happenings oct/nov issue

October - November

Resort

HappeningsI RACV Royal Pines Resort I

2 Resort Happenings

RACV Resorts

RACV Resorts

RACV Inverloch Resort

A leisurely two hour drive from Melbourne,RACV Inverloch Resort is ideally located only5km from the Inverloch township andopposite the beach on the picturesque SouthGippsland Coast. Set in a stunning naturalenvironment the resort boasts magnificentviews of the Bass Coast and Anderson’s Inlet.

The resort offers members access to greatvalue accommodation options includingOcean View Rooms, Villas and Caravan sitesas well as an extensive range of onsiterecreational facilities for the perfectmidweek break, weekend getaway or family holiday.

For more information call RACV InverlochResort on (03) 5674 0000.

RACV Cape Schanck Resort

At RACV Cape Schanck Resort, all guestsenjoy a room with a view. Each of the 48 OceanKing / Twin rooms and 4 two bedroom suitesprovide guests with sweeping views of theSouthern Ocean while the 11 condominiumsare set amongst the beautiful golf course.

The stunning 18 hole golf course and onsiterecreational activities present a host ofopportunities for unwinding. Members and guests staying overnight at RACV CapeSchanck Resort can enjoy the range ofleisure facilities, including tennis courts,gym, table tennis, mountain bikes andwalking and jogging tracks.

For a superb dining experience TheRestaurant offers a delectable a la cartemenu featuring fresh regional produce andlocal wines. From indulgent buffet breakfastsand long lunches to relaxing afternoon teasand intimate dinners, The Restaurantprovides wonderful meals and great servicein a casual dining environment.

For more information about Cape SchanckResort please phone (03) 5950 8000.

RACV DirectorsPresident and ChairmanJohn N Isaac*

Deputy ChairmanPeter C Chandler AM KSJ*

Managing Director & CEOColin Jordan*

Chairman, Club Membership CommitteePeter C Chandler AM KSJ*

Alex Downie* Kevin W WhiteBruce C Hartnett Netta M Griffin*Clive Hall* Graeme J Chipp*Paula Piccinini Patricia Kelly*Ross M Herron* John Rawlins*Suzanna Sheed Trevor O’Hoy** Club Membership Committee

Contact Us - RACV Resorts

Royal Pines ResortAccommodation / Reservations 07 5597 8700Restaurant Reservations 07 5597 8700Golf Bookings 07 5597 8700Resort Spa 07 5597 8700

Cape Schanck ResortAccommodation & Conferences 03 5950 8000Golf Bookings 03 5950 8100Restaurant Reservations 03 5950 8008

Cobram ResortAll enquiries 03 5872 2467

Inverloch ResortAll enquiries 03 5674 0000

Contact Us - RACV Clubs

City ClubAccommodation / Reservations 03 9944 8888Restaurant Reservations 03 5950 8008

Healesville Country ClubAccommodation & Dining 03 5962 4899Golf Bookings 03 5962 1708

Torquay Golf ClubAll enquiries 03 5261 2005

For further information on Club membershipplease contact RACV Club Membershipduring office hours on 1300 501 501

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Resort News & Events................... 4-5

Social Events Photo Board............ 6-7

Restaurants & Dining...................8-19Restaurant Outlets..................................... 8-9

Restaurant & Dining Specials.................10-11

Restaurant & Dining Specials.................12-13

Melbourne Cup, Sparkling Wines...........14-15

Staff Profiles, Christmas Events.............16-17

Christmas Events, New Years Eve..........18-19

Golf, Sports & Leisure............... 20-21Golf & Sports .............................................. 20

Golf & Sports & Events .............................. 21

Resort Spa - One Spa.......................22One Spa Specials........................................ 22

Accommodation...............................23Accommodation Packages ......................... 23

Contents

Message from the General Manager

Over the next few months you may notice aflurry of building activity occurring on theupper levels of the Resort tower as we beginthe exciting transformation of the iconic andaward winning RPR’s Restaurant, thedevelopment of a new Executive MembersLounge and the addition of superb newaccommodation suites and rooms on Level 22.For our regular RPR’s diners, we haverelocated RPR’s to a more intimate area onLevel 2 in the Resort and we will continue todeliver the excellence in food and friendlyservice we have come to expect from RPR’s. Inthe next edition of Happenings, we will whetyour appetite by showcasing images of thesewonderful new developments.

On the subject of news and without braggingtoo much, I wish to mention that at the 2010Gold Coast Restaurant & Catering awards,Arakawa Japanese Restaurant was therecipient of two awards - winner for overall“Restaurant of the Year” and “Best AsianRestaurant” and furthermore, KalindaRestaurant was named “Best FamilyRestaurant”. The Royal Pines food andbeverage and kitchen teams were absolutelythrilled of the achievements and I would like tothank all of our guests for your fantasticsupport in making us number one.

We’re gearing up for an enjoyable season atthe Resort and present a jammed-packedevents and activities calendar for yourexcitement. Our inaugural outdoor liveconcert, John Farnham, is sparking a lot ofinterest with ticket sales and accommodationbookings proving very popular and we’rethrilled that an event of this calibre is takingplace here at the Resort.

Coinciding with the longer days and warmerweather, a plethora of indoor and outdooractivities await you. For starters, you cansaddle-up for glorious fashion, live paradesand fine food on Melbourne Cup Day in Amicior to help you stay in shape for the beach,come in and try one of the many healthy andtantalising new salads in Tees’.

In keeping with the Resort family feel, join meat our first Fishing @ Royal Pines event thatwill be held at one of our private Resort lakes.This is purely a ‘catch & release’ fun day sothat the kids can enjoy releasing their fish toswim for another day! And for all of ourAutoclub members, be sure to check-outsome of the exclusive golfing and diningmember specials as there are some fantasticbenefits on offer.

Spring at Royal Pines is awakening all of thesenses, so make a choice, make a booking,and be part of the many fun and excitingHappenings at the Resort. We look forward toseeing you over the coming months.

Greg MagiGeneral Manager

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Resort News & Events

ANZ RACV Ladies Masters 2011 Dates

The dates for the 2011 ANZ RACV LadiesMasters have now been released and thiswell known international event will take placefrom Thursday 10 February to Sunday 13February, 2011 at RACV Royal Pines Resort.

This event returns to the Resort for the 20thconsecutive year and will again attract topwomen golfers from across the world. Lastyear saw Aussie favourite Karrie Webb takehome the championship trophy for the 7thtime and the Resort looks forward towelcoming golf fans back to the 2011 event.

Date: 10 - 13 February, 2011Venue: RACV Royal Pines ResortBookings: Phone (07) 5597 8700 or visit

www.anzladiesmasters.com.au

Fishing @ Royal Pines Resort

Bring the whole family and enjoy a BBQ on thelawn outside the Resort chapel. Throw a linein and test your luck and skill. All equipmentprovided.

Meet at Tees’ at 10.45am for BBQ and softdrinks on the lawn. $30 per adult, $15 perchild includes BBQ and soft drinks on thelawn outside the Resort Chapel. Bookingsessential phone 07 5597 8700.

Date: Sunday 21 November, 2010Time: from 11.00am - 2.00pmVenue: Meet at Tees’ Clubhouse

at 10.45am.Price: $30 per adult

$15 per childBookings: Phone (07) 5597 8700.

Bookings Essential

John Farnham Live!

RACV Royal Pines Resort is proud to be thehost venue for the John Farnham Live!Concert on Saturday 13th November, 2010.Farnham fans will have the uniqueopportunity to attend this outdoor world-class event on the Gold Coast following anupgrade to the Royal Pines Resort concertlawn facilities.

As part of this concert Royal Pines Resort isoffering dinner and show packages includingour Silver Dinner and Show Package from$428 which includes 2 Silver Class concerttickets and canapés in Hydrate Bar including beverages.

For Dinner and Show bookings contact the Resort on 07 5597 8700. For generaladmission tickets please visitwww.ticketek.com or call 132 849.

To view the official John Farnham Live!website visit www.johnfarnhamlive.com

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Resort News & Events

Auto Club Members – Who Qualifies?

RACV Royal Pines Resort is owned by theRoyal Automobile Club of Victoria and strivesto offer its members the very best in service,products and price.

The great thing about Royal Pines Resort isthat RACV also extends its great memberoffers and discounts to other Auto ClubMembers including RACQ, NRMA, RAA, RAC,RACT, AANT, and AA New Zealand as well assome international automobile clubs.

As an Auto Club Member you can receivegreat discounts and offers on golf, food andbeverage and accommodation rates just toname a few. Simply read through this editionof Resort Happenings to see the greatdiscounts and specials on offer.

Community One Fundraising

RACV Royal Pines Resort’s fundraisingcommittee, Community One, has been verybusy over the past months organising andsupporting Jeans for Genes Day and Daffodil Day.

Staff at the Resort joined in Jeans forGenes Day on Friday 6 August, 2010supporting the Children's Medical ResearchInstitute. Staff came to work dressed intheir very best denim and were required tomake a gold coin donation. Over $100 wasraised on the day for this great cause.

Also during August the Resort supportedthe Daffodil Day cause by sellingmerchandise throughout its Food &Beverage outlets.

Italian Cooking Classes

In light of the popular TV series Master Chef,Royal Pines Resort hosted Italian CookingClasses in August which sold out in recordtime. The Resort hosted over 20 guests whowere educated on the diverse range ofproducts, oils and wines used in Italiancooking.

The cooking classes were held in our newestrestaurant Trattoria Amici and guests joinedin the cooking process by making their ownpizzas as well as watching a detaileddemonstration on how to cook mouth-watering lamb shanks. Guests were alsoeducated on Italian wines and treated to tastings.

Everyone in attendance including our chefshad a great time. The Resort looks forward to hosting more cooking classes in the futureso stay tuned to upcoming editions of Resort Happenings and our website,www.racv.com.au/resorts

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Social Activities

Italian Cooking Class: Guests prepare to

feast on their creations.

Junior Golf Clinics with Loic Truet

Community One supports Paradise Kids: Greg Magi and executive team members with a sponsored Paradise Kids family.

Social Events Photo Board

Italian Cooking Class: Guests learn the art of great pizza!

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Social Activities

The Toll Charity Day entertained guests

with aerial shows & acrobats

Food and Beverage staff at 2010 Restau

rant Catering Awards

Food and Beverage staff at 2010 Restaurant Catering Awards

Ariel Angels at work at The Toll Charity Day Champagne Parlour

Social Events Photo Board

8 Resort Happenings

RPR’s Restaurant

Moving to a new temporary location fromOctober, RPR’s Restaurant will be situatedon Level 2, adjacent to Arakawa Restaurant.

While its original location on the Resort’s 21stfloor is being renovated, RPR’s Restaurantwill continue to provide award-winningcuisine and exceptional service to loyaldiners who have enjoyed 20-years of fine food.

The bi-weekly menus this month will showcasetantalising fresh produce for summer

Operating Hours:Tuesday – Saturday, 6pm – 9.30pm

Kalinda Restaurant

Awarded "Best family Restaurant" on theGold Coast for 2010, Kalinda offers anextensive selection of the finest Australianseafood including South Australian BlueSwimmer Crabs, Qld Spanner Crabs, QldTiger Prawns, Endevour Prawns, SmokedSalmon and Tasmanian Ocean Trout. There isalso a tantalising range of fresh seasonalsalads and a huge array of hot and colddishes including a Roast Carvery and Sirloinscooked right before your eyes in the Chefsinteractive cooking zone.

Enjoy fresh selections from the Resort’s ownbakery and patisserie.

Operating Hours:

Breakfast: 7 days a week, 6.30am – 10.30am

Lunch: Saturday & Sunday, 12 noon – 2.30pm

Dinner: 7 nights a week, 6pm - late

Arakawa Japanese Restaurant

Arakawa Restaurant has recently receivedthe Gold Coast’s “Best Restaurant” and“Best Asian Restaurant” awards for 2010.Specialising in providing Japanese cuisinethat inspires, captivates and educates,Arakawa’s menu offers a range of Japanesedining options including intricatelyhandcrafted sushi, traditional a la cartedishes in a tatami mat setting and all thethrills and excitement of the teppanyakitables.

The Restaurant is designed with both theJapanese and Western visitor in mind.

Operating Hours:

Dinner Wednesday - Sunday, 6pm - 9.30pm

Early Bird DiningWednesday - Sunday, 5pm - 6pm

Restaurants & Dining

Restaurant Outlets

Restaurant opening hours subject to seasonal change.

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Tees’ Clubhouse

Tees’ Clubhouse offers all day casual diningwith a great menu selection available 7 daysa week. Enjoy a cold beverage before or aftera round of golf with magnificent views of thecourse or browse through the Golf Shop.

With relaxed indoor and outdoor seating, a pool table, espresso coffee and a full baravailable, Tees’ Clubhouse is a great familydining option.

Operating Hours:

Breakfast & Lunch: 7 days a week, 6am – 6pm

Panorama Lounge

The perfect place to enjoy a rich Vittoriacoffee, have lunch or refreshments inPanorama Lounge. Watch the world go by asyou savour time with friends, read thenewspaper or surf the Net.

Enjoy a High Tea in Panorama Lounge with a selection of delicate sandwiches, pastriesand cakes and a range of hot teas and fresh espresso coffee for only $23 per person.

Panoramic views of the golf course andReflecting Pond create an atmosphere oftranquility making it the perfect place to meetfor both business and pleasure.

Operating Hours:

7 days a week, 7am – 5pm

Trattoria Amici

Trattoria Amici combines Italian inspiredcuisine, great beverages and the GoldCoast’s alfresco lifestyle making the newrestaurant a relaxed and memorable diningexperience.

Trattoria Amici specialises in wood firepizzas and the menu features an array offresh pasta dishes, main courses, lighteroptions and desserts. Complement thesewith an extensive Italian wine selection.

A great place to dine with friends and family,offering great food, friendly service and arelaxed alfresco environment.

Operating Hours:

Dinner7 days a week, 5.30pm – Late

LunchSunday 11.30am – Late


Restaurant Outlets

Restaurant opening hours subject to seasonal change.

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Special Offer

Hydrate Bar – FREE Venue Hire

Hydrate Bar is a great venue for thoselooking for a fresh and modern environmentto host a party. The VIP section of HydrateBar can accommodate up to 100 guests for astand up function and is a great space foryour next birthday, engagement, anniversary,or social function.

Book the VIP section of Hydrate Bar before30 December, 2010 and receive FREE* venuehire for your party. Our team can tailor apackage to suit your party requirements ofmenus, beverages, cocktails, andentertainment.

Simply contact our Conference and Eventsteam to discuss your party requirements.

Date: Valid to 30 December, 2010Venue: Hydrate Bar

Located on lobby level 3Bookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

* Terms and conditions apply. Minimum 30 people & minimumfood & beverage spend of $1,800.

Tees’ Clubhouse Spring intoSummer Salads

As the weather warms up heading intoSummer, Tees’ Clubhouse Sous Chef KristyKiddle has created an array of fresh, tastysalads. For example, the Bell Peppers Saladwhich consists of roasted bell peppers, fetta and fresh asparagus tossed in a creamy basil pesto dressing.

Tees' Clubhouse offers all day casual diningwith a great menu selection 7 days a weekfor breakfast and lunch. Enjoy a coldbeverage before or after a round of golf, enjoying magnificent views of the course.

Price: From $12 per saladDate: 1 October – 30 November, 2010Time: 6am to duskBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700

AUTO CLUBMEMBERSSPECIALOFFER!

Auto Club Members Offer

During October and November, Auto ClubMembers will receive a 30%* discount offtheir total food account when dining inKalinda Restaurant. Simply show yourmembership card when dining to redeemthis special offer. PLUS children under 12eat free with a paying adult.

Kalinda offers an extensive selection of thefinest Australian seafood, a tantalisingrange of fresh seasonal salads and a hugearray of hot and cold dishes. Also enjoy afresh selection of desserts from theResort’s own patisserie.

Date: 1 October – 30 November, 2010Bookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings essential

* Terms and conditions apply. Not valid in conjunction with anyother offer. Discount valid for food only and cannot be redeemedat special events. Valid 1 October – 30 November, 2010

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Panorama Lounge Iced Coffee and Iced Chocolate

Looking for an iced coffee or iced chocolatewith a difference? Then Panorama Loungehas just what you want.

For only $5 you can enjoy the experience of creating your own iced coffee or icedchocolate. The team at Panorama Lounge will provide you all your ingredients to create your own tasty drink.

Price: $5 per iced coffee or iced chocolate

Venue: Panorama LoungeLocated in Resort lobby

Date: 1 October – 30 November, 2010

Arakawa Restaurant Tatami Rooms

Dine with a difference at Arakawa Restaurantin the unique surrounds of our Tatami Rooms.

Both Tatami rooms are designed to reflect atraditional Japanese floor seating dining style.

These private Tatami rooms can cater for 4 to 18 guests, with a la carte or fresh sushimenu options. Private dining rooms areavailable free of charge for dinner reservations of 4 or more guests.*

Arakawa restaurant is open Wednesday –Sunday evenings from 6.00pm

Date: 1 October – 30 November, 2010Bookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings essential

*Subject to availability

Trattoria Amici Takeaway Menus

Trattoria Amici is now offering a fantastictakeaway menu for those looking for thequick pick-up option but still wanting thedelicious meal. The new menu is availableMonday to Saturday from 5.30pm* andSundays from 11.30am*.

The new takeaway menu includesfavourites such as the Philly Cheese Steak Pizza in 12 or 10 inch for $24 or $21.To view or download the full take awaymenu please visit our website atwww.racv.com.au/resorts

Date: 1 October – 30 November, 2010Orders: Phone 07 5597 8700.

* Restaurant opening hours subject to seasonal change.



Special Host Nights at Arakawa

On Wednesday nights during NovemberTeppanyaki Chef, Aki Yasumoto, hosts aspecial night of dining and entertainment for Arakawa diners.

Enjoy canapés from an award winning menuwhile being entertained by Aki Yasumoto asshe plays the restaurant’s baby grand piano.

Aki will begin the Wednesday night withentertainment from 5.30pm – 6pm and willthen provide her guests a set Teppanyaki menu.Prices are $55 and bookings are essential.

Arakawa also has a special Early BirdTeppanyaki offer which is available to dinersfrom 5pm to 6pm, available Wednesday toSunday. Menu options include chickenteppanyaki, beef teppanyaki or the mixedselection and prices start from $35.

Date: 3, 10, 17 & 24 November, 2010Time: 5pm to 5.30pmBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings essential.

* Early Bird dinners must be vacate their table by 6pm.

Wine of the SeasonFifth Leg Whipper-Snapper

Fifth Leg Whippersnapper is the Resorts wineof the season during October and November.Fifth Leg was born from the Devil's Lair cave- a famous archaeological site wherefossilised remains of a Tasmanian tiger werefound, together with a mysterious extra leg.True story.

The 2009 Fifth Leg Whippersnapper Redintroduces Tempranillo to traditional blendingpartners Shiraz and Grenache. Shirazprovides the backbone to this wine, withplenty of red berry flavours, a savoury andspicy edge makes it ideal with pasta and pizza dishes.

The 2009 Fifth Leg Whippersnapper Whiteintroduces Chenin Blanc to traditionalblending partners Sauvignon Blanc andSemillon. With plenty of punchy fruit flavour itis the perfect complement to fish or chicken.

Price: $7.00 per glass$28.50 per bottle

Date: 1 October – 30 November, 2010

Kalinda Tuesday Buffet

During October and November KalindaRestaurant will be showcasing a number ofIndonesian dishes in addition to the existingbuffet featuring Australian seafood, hot &cold dishes, seasonal salads and a selectionof desserts from our own patisserie.

Indonesian cuisine is represented by adiversity of regional cuisines formed bylocal and foreign influences and KalindaRestaurant will showcase this diversityeach Tuesday evening.

Additional menu items will include BeefRendang, spice aromatic Beef Stew, NasiGoreng, Gado Gado vegetable salad withPeanut sauce and Lemon Piri Piri Chicken

Price: $45 per adultsChildren under 12 eat free with a full paying adult

Date: 1 October – 30 November, 2010Time: 6pm to lateBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings essential

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Trattoria Amici Now Open 7 DaysDue to demand our newest restaurantTrattoria Amici has now extended its tradinghours and is open 7 days a week. TrattoriaAmici has recently updated the menu andboasts a great range of antipasti, pizza, pastaand main dishes.

Trattoria Amici combines Italian inspiredcuisine, great beverages and the GoldCoast’s alfresco lifestyle making the newrestaurant a relaxed and memorable diningexperience.

Trading Hours:*

7 days a week, 5.30pm – LateSunday 11.30am to late

Bookings: Phone 07 5597 8700. Bookings essential.

*Restaurant hours subject to seasonal change

Cakes for all Occasions

Joel Helot and his team of chefs in theResort’s patisserie bake and design a rangeof cakes for all occasions.

Special event, birthday and celebration cakescan be created with a personal touch for anyparty or event and come in a range of deliciousrecipes, sizes, shapes and designs.

Personalised wedding cakes are now alsoavailable from the RPR’s patisserie from only$480, serving up to 80 guests. Book today, fora consultation with one of our pastry chefs.

Bookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

End of Year Social Parties

Looking for a venue for your socialChristmas party? Then Royal Pines Resort is the venue for you with a range ofrestaurants offering great packages.

RPR’s Restaurant, Kalinda Restaurant,Trattoria Amici or Arakawa Restaurant can all cater for your social Christmas party with a package that can be tailored to meetyour party requirements. With a diverseselection of locations, both indoor andalfresco, we have the location, package andfriendly staff to suit your social Christmasparty needs. Bookings are available forgroups of 10 to 100 guests.

If you are looking for a more private settingthen our Conference and Events team canassist also offering great packages to caterto your every need.

Date: 1 November - 23 December, 2010Bookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings essential



Melbourne Cup – Kalinda Restaurant

The race that stops a nation will becelebrated at Kalinda Restaurant in truespring carnival style. Enjoy a sumptuousseafood buffet lunch including a 3 hourbeverage package with red, white andsparkling wines, local beers and soft drinks.

Be entertained on the day by a fashionparade, sweeps and giveaways whilewatching the live action of Flemington onlarge plasma screens.

Selected funds raised on the day will bedonated to Community One supporting localcharities and the Gold Coast community.

Price: $99 per personDate: Tuesday 2 November, 2010Time: Midday to 3pmBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings essential

Melbourne Cup – Trattoria Amici

For the very first time our newest restaurantTrattoria Amici will be a host venue forMelbourne Cup celebrations. Enjoy adelicious 3 course meal prepared by Sous Chef Sean Turner, fashion parades,sweeps and giveaways.

Live footage direct from Flemington can beviewed on the restaurants large plasmascreens all day long including the big racescheduled for 2pm QLD time.

Selected funds raised on the day will bedonated to Community One supporting localcharities and the Gold Coast community.

Price: $69 per personDate: Tuesday 2 November, 2010Time: Midday to 3pmBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings essential

Major Event Back of House Tour

Take a sneak preview behind the scenes as Royal Pines Resort prepares for theupcoming John Farnham Live! Concert.

Join our Conference and Events OperationsManager, David Callaghan, on a tour of theProduction Kitchen and VIP marquee areaand view the Resort team in actionpreparing to cater for 6,000 guests.

Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine andcanapés served in the VIP marquee areaand take a glimpse of how the VIP guestswill be treated at this world class event.

Price: $25 per personDate: 11 November 2010Time: 6pmBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings essential

Melbourne Cup



Spring Sparkles

Relax and enjoy a sparkling wine. Choosefrom a great range including SeppeltSalinger Pinot Noir Chardonnay, MatuaValley Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc“Sparkles” or Brown Brothers Prosecco.

Seppelt Salinger Pinot Noir Chardonnay

Individual components are fermentedseparately before being blended to formthe base wine, aiming to make a sparklingwith elegance and finesse. SeppeltSalinger goes through secondaryfermentation in bottle and is matured forthree years on lees in bottle. SeppeltSalinger Pinot Noir Chardonnay has citrusand grapefruit aromas which are givenadditional complexity with brioche andnutty tones. Delicate citrus flavourscombine with creamy brioche notes andthe fine mineral acid structure leads to acrisp yet soft, lingering finish.

Bottle $57.00Glass $12.80

Matua Valley Marlborough SauvignonBlanc “Sparkles”

The winemaking philosophy at Matua Valleyis simple; to produce the best quality fruitpossible, with consistency from vintage to vintage.

Matua Valley Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc"Sparkles" provides tropical fruit flavoursand varietal characters typical ofMarlborough Sauvignon Blanc - withbubbles that add lift and vibrancy. The noseshows tropical and citrus fruits along withherbaceous varietal characters, with someunderlying lees (yeast) complexity. Thepalate is generous and fruit driven withclassic Marlborough acidity giving structureand length. A fresh and fruit drivenSauvignon Blanc perfect for drinking, withthe luxurious bubbles creating a livelypalate and a creamy texture.


Sparkling Spring Wines

Brown Brothers Prosecco

The wine is part of our limited release range and is another example of BrownBrothers innovation and experimentation as they bring more and more styles of wine to their portfolio.

The Prosecco has a pale gold colour withsubtle green hues and a delicate nosedisplaying citrus, apple and pear characters.These characters follow through to thepalate which is fresh and crisp with tightnatural acidity from the cool climate fruit.Prosecco is made to drink young while at its light and delicate best.




Brad Webber

Brad Webber is one of the flamboyant teammembers at the Resort being in the role ofFood & Beverage Supervisor for almost 12months. Brad supervises our iconic RPR’sRestaurant and has over 22 years experiencein the industry.

Brad’s career has seen him in jobs all overthe world and he was lucky enough to meetFreddie Mercury while working in London.Brad enjoys meeting new people andinteracting with his guests.

To meet Brad and the rest of the RPR’sRestaurant team simply make a bookingMonday to Saturday from 6pm. Phone07 5597 8700.

Staff Profile

Penne con Pollo e Funghi selvatici con crema di Aglio– Chicken and wild mushrooms tossed in garlic cream sauce

Ian Havelberg, Trattoria Amici Pan Chef has a passion for Italian food. Indulge with one of Ian’s favourite recipes.

Ingredients:• 240gm Penne – cooked in salted water

with a bit of a bite remaining since it will be tossed and heated through again

• 40gm butter• 70gm chicken thigh strips, no fat, no skin,

season with salt and pepper• 20gm fine diced brown onion or brown

shallots (not spring onions)• 5gm garlic, crushed• 30gm wild mushrooms, shiitake, swiss

brown, enoki, or button mushrooms cut to preferred size (type of mushroom is optional)

• 30ml white wine• 2gm herbs (fresh thyme, parsley or oregano)• 120ml fresh cream • Grated parmesan • Shaved parmesan for garnish• Fresh basil leaves or sprig of fresh

thyme for garnish• Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Method:• Have pre cooked Pasta ready and drained.• Melt 20gms of butter in a pan on

medium heat; • Add the chicken strips and toss.

Remove from pan and place on a plate• Add remaining 20gms of butter, diced

onion and garlic and sauté for 1 minute.• Add the mushrooms and toss, season

and add the wine and herbs. Simmer until the wine has evaporated.

• Pour in the cream and simmer to reduce the cream until it starts to thicken.

• Add the chicken strips and Penne and toss to heat though

• Add the grated Parmesan, this will thicken the dish

• Arrange on a deep warm soup plate or pasta dish, sprinkle with shaved Parmesan and garnish to your liking

Chef’s Recipe



Christmas Events

Christmas Day Dinner – Kalinda RestaurantAs the sun slowly sets over the Resort’stropical pool area, indulge in a sumptuousChristmas dinner buffet at Kalinda. Offeringa variety of traditional favourites such asham and turkey, you’ll also be delighted tofind tantalising selections of hot and coldAustralian seafood, and an array of saladsand desserts. Also included is a glass ofsparkling wine on arrival, live entertainmentand Christmas novelties.

Price: $85 adult13-17 years $435 – 12 years $214 & under free

Date: Saturday 25 December, 2010Time: 6pm to lateBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700

Bookings essential

Christmas Eve Dinner - Kalinda Restaurant

Enjoy a relaxing dinner in Kalinda Restauranton the eve before the excitement of ChristmasDay. Indulge in a delicious Christmas themedseafood buffet, listening to the delights ofroaming carollers and the sound of crackingbons bons.

The buffet will feature an extensive selectionof Australia's finest seafood, a tantalisingrange of fresh summer salads and a hugearray of hot and cold dishes as well as freshselections from the Resort's own patisserie.

Price: $60 adult 13-17 years $30Children under 12 eat free with a full paying adult

Date: Friday 24 December, 2010Time: 6pm to lateBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700

Bookings essential

Christmas High Tea

Panorama Lounge is the perfect place tomeet with friends and the Resort hascreated a delectable Christmas High Tea for this coming festive season. Enjoy aselection of Christmas treats and delicatesandwiches with a fresh espresso or pot of tea for only $23 per person.

Panorama Lounge is open 7 days and theChristmas High Tea is a great option formorning tea, lunch or afternoon tea.

Price: $23 per personDate: 1 November – 31 December, 2010Time: 9am to 4pmBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings essential



Christmas Day Lunch – Trattoria Amici

Adjacent to the children’s playgroundfeaturing a huge in-ground jumping pillowTrattoria Amici is a wonderful new venue for your Christmas lunch. Enjoy a 3 coursetraditional Italian lunch plus a 3 hourbeverage package with selected red, whiteand sparkling wines, assorted local beersand soft drink.

You will be entertained by the tunes of asoloist to provide Christmas cheer and thechildren will be amused with a visit from Santa, and a present for all children 12 years and under.


Date: Saturday 25 December, 2010Time: Midday to 3pmBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700

Bookings essential

Christmas Day Lunch – Kalinda Restaurant

Overlooking the Resort’s tropical pool andbeautiful gardens, experience a magicalChristmas with Kalinda’s Christmas buffetfeaturing an amazing selection of hot and coldAustralian seafood, succulent roasts as well asa selection of hot dishes and salads. Enjoy thefinest dessert buffet including plum pudding,white Christmas cakes and an assortment ofice cream to please the kids!

Lunch includes a 3 hour beverage packagewith selected red, white and sparkling wines,assorted local beers and soft drink. Enjoy liveentertainment and Christmas novelties whilethe children are amused with face painting,jumping castle, a visit from Santa, and apresent for all children 12 years and under.


Date: Saturday 25 December, 2010Time: Midday to 3pmBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings essential

Christmas Events

Christmas Day Lunch – Royal Benowa Ballroom

Amidst a beautifully themed ballroom,feast on a Christmas buffet lunchoffering the freshest Australian seafood,traditional ham and turkey, and a selectionof hot dishes, salads and desserts. YourChristmas lunch includes a 3 hourbeverage package with selected wines,assorted local beers and soft drinks.

Enjoy live entertainment and Christmasnovelties while the children are amusedwith face painting, jumping castle, a visitfrom Santa, and a present for all children12 years and under.


Date: Saturday 25 December, 2010Time: Midday to 3pmBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700

Bookings essential



New Year’s Eve – Kalinda RestaurantFor a fantastic New Year’s Eve atmosphereoverlooking the Resort’s tropical pool, feaston a hot and cold seafood buffet offeringcooked garlic prawns, steak, mini pizza andan amazing selection of sweet sensationsfrom our pastry team.

Live entertainment, lucky door prizes,dancing and festive novelties will help youwelcome in 2011.

Price: $75 adult13-17 years $555 – 12 years $454 & under FREE

Date: Friday 31 December, 2010Time: 6.30pm to lateBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700

Bookings essential

New Years Eve – Trattoria AmiciNew Year’s Eve is about celebration, andthere is no better place than the resort’snewest restaurant Trattoria Amici. Enjoy a glass of sparkling Lambrusco on arrival followed by a delicious 3 courseItalian dinner.

After dinner you will be invited to move into the adjacent Kalinda Restaurant toenjoy live entertainment and dance awayinto the New Year.

Price: $65 adult13-17 years $455 – 12 years $354 & under FREE

Date: Friday 31 December, 2010Time: 5.30pm to lateBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700

Bookings essential

New Year’s Eve

Corporate Christmas – Circus SpectacularRoll up, roll up! This years CorporateChristmas Party is set to be a spectacularevent with circus flair and great food andwine. Enjoy live performances includingaerial angels, circus acts and music fromlocal band The Accidents.

A delicious 3-course dinner with a cocktailon arrival will be served. Also on offer will bea fine selection of red, white and sparklingwines, local beer and soft drinks. This circusspectacular is a perfect way to start thefestive season celebrations.

Accommodation Offer: Why not stay thenight. Bed & breakfast available from $185 per night, twin share

Price: $120 per personDate: Friday 3 December, 2010Time: 7pm to midnightDress: FormalBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700

Bookings essential


Golf, Sport & Leisure

Golf Specials

Special Member Rates

RACV Royal Pines Resort offers fantasticgolf discounts to Auto Club Members ofRACV, RACQ, NRMA and other Australianand International Auto Club members.Below is a list of the great Auto Club Memberprices with savings up to 50% on offer.

Special Rates:18 holes: $729 holes: $45Twilight rate, after 1pm: $59Mega twilight rate, after 2pm: $45Callaway X22 hire clubs, 18 holes: $45Callaway X22 hire clubs, 9 holes: $25Range balls, small bucket (45 balls) $5Range balls, large bucket (90 balls) $7

To book your next round of golf simply phoneour Golf & Sports team on 07 5597 8700.

Date: Valid 30 June, 2011Time: Tee off available from 6amBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings Essential.

Putt – Pot - Pie

This golfing trifecta is a great combination forthose golfers looking for a quick hit, bite toeat and cold beverage. For only $10 guestswill receive a large bucket of range balls, ahot meat pie and cold pot of draught beer.

This great golfing combination is availablefrom the Pro Shop and Tees’ Clubhouse.

Price: $10 per personDate: 1 October – 30 November, 2010

AUTO CLUBMEMBERSSPECIALOFFER!2 for 1 Sundays

Step out on the greens on a Sunday duringOctober and November and enjoy a round ofgolf at the Auto Club Members rate of $130 fortwo people*. That’s two for the price of one!

For the great rate of $65* you will enjoy 18holes of golf including a shared electric cartand course guide.

Price: $130 for two players*Date: Every Sunday,

1 October – November, 2010Bookings: Phone 07 5597 8700

Bookings Essential

*Conditions Apply. Cannot be used in conjunction with any otheroffer. Subject to availability. Not valid on public holidays. AutoClub rates are available to RACV, RACQ, NRMA and otherAustralian and International Auto Club members.


Golf, Sport & Leisure

Royal Pines Resort Challenge

Held every Tuesday the Royal Pines ResortChallenge gives all players the opportunity togo in the draw to win an E-Z-GO golf cartvalued at $11,000.

Included in your entry fee is 18 holes of golf,a shared electric cart, competition fee andgift. The challenge is open to all golfers,male, female and juniors with a golflinkhandicap.

Tuesday 7 December, 2010 will see all thewinners from the weekly 2010 competitionsconverge on the course for the final. Thewinner of the E-Z-GO golf cart will also bedrawn on this day.

Price: $79 pp for Auto Club members$85 pp for non members

Date: Every TuesdayBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings Essential

Golf Events

Spring Fashion

We welcome in Spring 2010 at the Golf Shopwith fresh and vibrant colours for men, ladiesand kids. International golf and leisureclothing brands showing in store now includeCutter & Buck, Calvin Klein Golf, Greg NormanCollection, Jamie Sadock, Nivo, Daily Sports,Adidas and for the kids, Sporte Leisure. Newseason accessories include internationalbrands like Titleist and Callaway and for thefashion conscious female bling visor clips,colourful gloves and visors and also a verylarge selection of Jendi hand bags.

Highlights this season include the Cutter &Bucks Mens Collection Cityscape storyfeaturing vibrant redstone, oasis, link andwhite in polos all teamed back with checkflat front shorts. Once again AnnikaCollection by Cutter & Buck will feature itsunique style and technical excellence in twostories – Escape and Urban Horizon.

Our staff are professional and helpful and are there to help with your requirementswhether it be a polo for a gift or a completenew outfit to begin the Spring season.

Festive Golf Events

RACV Royal Pines Resort has terrific golfpackages available over the festive period.Packages start from just $45* per personand can be tailored for 8 – 144 players foreither 9 or 18 holes. With magnificent greensand stunning fairways, your day with friendsand colleagues will be memorable with theultimate golfing experience!

Festive Golf Events will be valid from 22 Nov – 20 Dec, 2010 Golf Packages include:- Green fee & shared electic cart- Small bucket of range balls per person- One food or beverage option- Two on course drink vouchers- Competition set up- Personal golf event coordinator- Golf competition prizes

Price: 18 holes, $75 pp non members, $65 pp for Auto Club members9 holes, $59 pp non members,

*$45 pp for Auto Club membersDate: 22 Nov – 20 Dec 2010Time: Tee off available from 6amBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700


Resort Spa & Golf

One Spa

One Spa Packages

One Spa has been developed with one personin mind – you. Designed to revitalise andrejuvenate, One Spa provides luxurioustreatments that awaken, revive and promotebalance within the body. In the comfortableand relaxing surrounds of RACV Royal PinesResort you can enjoy a wealth of beautytreatments delivered by highly-trainedtherapists.

Top to Toe Signature Package

The Top to Toe package offers the completeindulgence with over 3 and a half hours ofpampering. This package includes a range of treatments such as a 60 minute massage,60 minute facial, One Spa manicure and One Spa pedicure. This all encompassingpackage only costs $285 and is perfect for guests looking to unwind.

Price: Packages start from $99Date: Tuesday to SundayTime: 10am – 6pmBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings Essential

One Spa Delights

During October and November One Spa andPanorama Lounge are combining to offerguests the best in pampering and indulgence.

Spend over $100 in One Spa on any combinedtreatments or products and receive a glass of sparkling wine, house red, house white,juice or soft drink and a slice of cake of your choice.

Ring the friendly team at One Spa to makeyour booking, 07 5597 8700.

Date: Tuesday to SundayTime: 10am – 6pmBookings: Phone 07 5597 8700.

Bookings Essential

Mark Gibson’s Exceptional Golf

Queensland based PGA Professional MarkGibson has been named the new Chairman ofthe Board of PGA of Australia.

A dual winner of the PGA Australia’sTeacher of the Year and a three time winnerof the Queensland PGA Teacher of the Year,Mark will lead the newly appointed PGABoard of Directors.

A PGA member since 1980, Mark will headthe Board as Chairman for the next threeyears, and says he is excited about theopportunity to lead the PGA and his fellowmembers into the future.

Mark Gibson’s Exceptional Golf TeachingCentre, featuring the first Harold SwashAccredited Putting Centre in Australia, islocated adjacent to the Resort’s DrivingRange and offers club fit analysis, putterfitting and strategy lessons.

To arrange a lesson with one of ourprofessionals phone 07 5597 8700.

Mark Gibson


Accommodation Packages

Golf Accommodation Packages

3 Night Royal Experience

RACV Royal Pines Resort has combined withBrookwater Golf Club and Links Hope Islandto create the ultimate golfing package, TheRoyal Experience.

This new package includes 3 nightsaccommodation in a Coastal View room,breakfast daily in Kalinda Restaurant, 18holes of golf including shared electric cart atthree of the best courses on the Gold Coastwith transfers from Royal Pines Resort toboth Brookwater and Hope Island. At thistime of year the Gold Coast offers beautifulgolfing weather - so book now.

Venue: RACV Royal Pines ResortDate: Valid until 31 December, 2010Price: From $1499* per package, inclusive

of 3 nights accommodation, breakfast daily and 3 x 18 holes golf.

To book call RACV Royal Pines Resort on 07 5597 8700

*Conditions apply. Subject to availability. Not to beused in conjunction with any other offer. Auto ClubMembership Card must be presented at check-in.

3 Night Royal Selection

Soak up the sunshine and enjoy three of theGold Coast’s leading golf courses. Enjoythree nights accommodation for two in a Pool,Mountain or Coastal view room and full buffetbreakfast daily in Kalinda Restaurant.

The package includes three rounds of golf.Play RACV Royal Pines Resort, test yourselfat ‘Lakelands’ an 18-hole championship golfcourse, designed by Jack Nicklaus and finishoff at ‘The Glades’ a stunning coursedesigned by legend Greg Norman.

Packages start from $1050* per room.

Venue: RACV Royal Pines ResortDate: Valid until 31 December, 2010Price: From $1050* per room, twin share,

inclusive of 3 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily and unlimited golf.



3 Night Unlimited Golf Package

The perfect package for golfing enthusiastswith guests having unlimited access to ourchampionship course. With undulating terrain,magnificent greens and tight fairways, this isthe golf encounter you've been waiting for.

Three distinct course layouts offer threeunique golf course experiences and promisesto challenge golfers of every level.

The 3 Night Unlimited Golf Package includes3 nights accommodation in a Mountain Viewroom, breakfast daily in Kalinda Restaurantand unlimited golf.

Venue: RACV Royal Pines ResortDate: Valid until 31 December, 2010Price: From $990* per room, twin share,

inclusive of 3 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily and unlimited golf.



RACV Royal Pines ResortRoss Street, Benowa, Queensland, 4217

Private Mail Bag 88, Gold Coast Mail Centre, Queensland, 9726

Phone: (07) 5597 8700 | Fax: (07) 5597 2277www.racv.com.au/resorts

Disclaimer: Information correct at 1 October, 2010. Event prices, dates and times are subject to change without notice.

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