Highlights

Stay & PlaySo Much To Discover

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2019

John SlatteryClub and Membership Committee Chairman

Welcome To Highlights There really is no shortage of things to see and do in and around our Clubs. This issue we celebrate the exciting and diverse happenings at this vibrant time of year. There's Father's Day, winter festivals, spring racing and, of course, the AFL finals that grip all of Victoria. Here's wishing you and your team the very best of luck. Jump to page 14 to read about all this and more—come stay with us in the CBD or Yarra Valley and make an adventure of it.

Spring is a time for renewal and by the time September rolls around there will be some exciting changes for members. As well as introducing our new Spring Rewards, you'll get to enjoy the luxurious surrounds of the relocated Club Conservatory (page 5)at the City Club as well as the exciting new Bourke Street Green venue. Stop by for a drink or, better yet, book a room and enjoy all this wonderful city has to offer.

ON THE COVER

See things from a new perspective with a balloon ride over the beautiful Yarra Valley. Page 14

Photo: Picture This

14STAY AND PLAY Melbourne and the Yarra Valley come alive at this time of year.

In This Issue Around The Club 5 Club News

5 Stay Connected

5 Operating Hours

6 What’s On

7 Out And About

8 Accommodation

Special Events 11 A Day For Dads

12 Right On Cue

14 Stay And Play

City Club 20 Guest Speakers

21 Lectures And Courses

22 Young Professionals

23 Box Office

25 Dining Events

25 Members’ Dining Room

26 Gallery Lounge

26 Bistro

26 Carbine Bar

27 Club Conservatory

28 Le Petit Gâteau

28 Wine Bar

29 Wine Events

Healesville 31 The Art Of The Portrait

36 Lectures

36 Dining And Bars

36 Blue Tree Grill

37 The Lounge

38 Terrace Bistro

39 Sports Bar

Golf45 Deals And Promotions

One Spa40 Deals And Offers

41 Spring Skin Solutions

Fitness Centre42 City Club

43 Healesville

44 Time To Shape Up

For The Kids46 Events

Groups48 Experience And Explore

50 Groups Calendar

Resorts & Getaways 52 RACV Resorts

54 Club Tours And Travel

56 Reciprocal Clubs

58 Calendar

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2019

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5 Club News

5 Stay Connected

5 Operating Hours

6 What’s On

7 Out And About

8 Accommodation

Around The Club

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Doors Open To The New Club Conservatory

Now serving up your favourite weekday lunch buffet and Sunday seafood in a new location, the Club Conservatory has a fresh, luxe look. A versatile room with partition walls, the space is better equipped to host special events. The venue has it all, except a name. Check out the newest City Club space and enter our naming competition: the winner receives a bespoke, money-can’t-buy private dinner hosted by a maitre d' with a tailored degustation menu and matched wines. Fill in a form from City Club and drop it in the box at the venue. The winning entry will embody the values, history and future of the Club.

Good Things Take Time

We're putting the finishing touches to our new bar Bourke Street Green. You'll receive your invitation to experience the member exclusive opening week very soon. Enter the competition and keep up-to-date at racv.com.au/clubimprovements.Competition open to RACV Club Members and closes on Friday 2 August at 9am. Winner will be notified on 23 August. Full terms and conditions available at racv.com.au/club-conservatory

Club News

STAY CONNECTEDOnline racv.com.au/club

Facebook City Club @facebook.com/RACVClub

Healesville @RACV-Healesville-Country-Club

Instagram City Club @racv_cityclub

Healesville @racv.country.club

City Club Weddings @racvcityclub

Country Club Weddings @racv_country_club_weddings

OPERATING HOURSUpdates to opening hours over the AFL Grand Final long weekend.

City ClubFitness Centre 27 Sep 8am-6pm

Members' Dining Room 27 Sep Closed

Gallery Lounge 27 Sep Closed

Wine Bar 27 Sep Closed

Club Library 27 Sep Closed

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Book Your Christmas Party With Us

Hard to believe, but it's that time of year again when festive season is (almost) upon us. And that means planning all the fun and frivolity that comes with it. Bookings are now open for Christmas party events hosted by City Club and Healesville Country Club. Our team can take care of your event in a dedicated space reserved especially for your party. Beautifully decorated and catered, you'll enjoy professional RACV Club service. Food packages start from $50 per person at Healesville and $61 per person at City Club, with beverage packages available from $32.

Our Clubs have a number of spaces suited to an intimate get-together or a large corporate end-of-year bash accommodating anywhere from 12 to 500+ people, along with the option to add all the trimmings that make any Christmas party unforgettable. Got something special in mind? Give our team a call—we're always happy to collaborate with you on creating a bespoke festive season experience.

City Club call 1300 139 059 or email conferencesandevents@racv.com.au Healesville call 03 5962 4899 or email healesvilleevents@racv.com.au

WHAT’S ON Melbourne

Melbourne International Film Festival 1-18 Aug

Global screen experiences and exceptional Australian filmmaking.

Melbourne Fashion Week 28 Aug-5 Sep

Celebrating the best of Australian fashion with more than 150 events.

Mexican Festival 14-15 Sep

Federation Square hosts handicrafts, food, music, cinema and folkloric dance from Mexico.

whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au

Healesville And Surrounds

Tesselaar Tulip Festival 14 Sep-13 Oct

A wonderland of spring flowers plus live entertainment, children’s activities, food and market stalls.

Harvest Run 21 Sep

Run through the Yarra Valley, taking in the glorious surrounds, followed with live music, gourmet food and local wines.

Y Water Discovery Centre 25 Sep-2 Oct

During school holidays, visit the Yea wetlands, home to koalas, native birds, plants and animals.

visityarravalley.com.au/whats-on

VISIT racv.com.au/whatsonclub for all upcoming events. ABIA photo courtesy Margarita Ceko Photography 7

Out And About

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE Celebrity chef Gabriel Gaté chats with Club Somellier Christian Maier at the annual French-themed Taste Le Tour with Gabriel Gaté • At the ABIAs (Australian Bridal Industry Awards) the City Club team got the gong for Best Club Reception Venue. Wedding and Events Co-ordinator Elizabeth Marconi (right) accepted the award from ABIAchairman, John O'Meara, with RACV Club's Director of Sales, Kylie Shorter. • Two budding RACV Club chefs won the state final of the Nestlé Golden Chef's Hat Award—we're super proud of apprentice chef Stephanie Goetz and Commis Chef Harrison Caruana who will head to the nationals in Sydney • Commie Chef Charley Bystersky creates a hand finish to treats for guests at the Gabriel Gaté dinner.

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City ClubWinter Reward

Sunday Or Monday For $150

Book a Standard Room on Sunday or Monday including breakfast for two with parking included.

Until 31 Aug Bookings racv.com.au/staycityclub

Valid for multiple use.

Spring Reward

Sunday Or Monday For $189

Upgrade from a Standard to an Executive Room, giving you access to The Retreat with complimentary refreshments. Buffet breakfast for two and parking included.

Until 30 Nov Bookings racv.com.au/staycityclubValid for multiple use. Upgrade subject to availability at time of reservation. Offer subject to availability. Blackout dates apply.

Annual Reward

Two Nights For $499

Members are invited to stay two nights in a Standard Room for just $499. This special price includes breakfast for two and parking during your stay, plus a $100 per-night dining credit to enhance your stay. City Club luxury and service comes standard, of course.

Until 31 May 2020 Bookings 9944 8888Subject to availability. Excludes special event periods. Any unused credit is forfeited. One redemption per member.

Accommodation

Club Experience Package

Spoil yourself and that special someone with overnight luxury accommodation, full buffet breakfast, parking, sparkling wine on arrival and a lazy 12pm late check out. To make your stay even better, book an Executive Room with complimentary access to The Retreat Executive Floor with a selection of all-day canapes and refreshments.

Until 30 Jun 2020 Bookings 9944 8888

Club member rate from $310 per night for a Standard Room and $390 for an Executive RoomOffer subject to availability and blackout dates apply.

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Spring Reward

Sunday Or Monday For $150

Book a Lawn View Room any Sunday or Monday for just $150 and you'll receive a complimentary upgrade to a Golf View Room. To sweeten the deal, we'll throw in daily breakfast for two people and unlimited golf.

Until 30 Nov Bookings racv.com.au/healesvilleValid for multiple use. Upgrade subject to availability at time of reservation. Offer subject to availability and blackout dates for accommodation rewards apply.

Annual Reward

Two Nights For $449

Stay with us for two nights for $449 and enjoy a Lawn View Room, sparkling wine on arrival, daily breakfast for two people and unlimited golf. Make the most of your stay with a complimentary $50 per-night dining credit during your visit.

Until 31 May 2020 Bookings 5962 4899Subject to availability. Excludes special event periods.Any unused credit is forfeited. One redemption per member.

HealesvilleWinter Reward

Sunday Or Monday for $150

Visit the Yarra Valley on any Sunday or Monday and stay in a Lawn View Room for just $150 and we’ll throw in daily breakfast for two and unlimited golf. Make the most of Healesville’s cosy charms and redeem this reward as many times as you like.

Until 31 Aug Bookings racv.com.au/stayhealesvilleValid for multiple use.

BREAKING IT DOWNHealesville Country Club is committed to respecting the stunning region we inhabit. We've introduced innovative ORCA technology to our kitchens to naturally break down leftovers so fewer food scraps find their way into the rubbish truck.

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11 A Day For Dads

12 Right On Cue

14 Stay And Play

Special Events

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Show dad how special he is this Father's Day and share a meal together. Every dad gets a gift and, at City Club, there's live entertainment and face painting.

A Day For Dads

SUNDAY 1 SEPTEMBER

City ClubFather's Day Cake

Le Petit Gâteau

Every dad deserves a sweet treat on 1 September and the team at Le Petit Gâteau have come up with something special to mark the occasion. The limited edition Father’s Day cake is a rich, indulgent blend of luscious chocolate mousse, cocoa nib sponge, whiskey caramel and toasted malt cream. Order now, it's too good to miss.

Available by pre-order only.

$58ea, serves 8-10 Phone 9944 8893 or email lepetitgateau@racv.com.au48 hours’ notice required for all orders. Collect 7.30am-5pm weekdays, 19-30 Aug.

Lunch

Bistro

Sit down to a two-course meal followed by dessert buffet. There's a special menu just for kids, plus a smorgasbord of sweets from the buffet.

Noon $76pp, $38 child (12 and under)

Level 17 And Club Conservatory

Start the day with a welcome drink before feasting on a seafood buffet with soup, sides and salads. Load up at the dessert buffet, full of Le Petit Gâteau cakes and slices, pavlova, fruit and more.

Bookings essential.

Noon $95pp, $47 child (12 and under)

Dinner

Bistro

Tuck into roast of the day along with a buffet of fresh salads, sides and seafood. A dessert buffet is the perfect finish.

6-9pm $85pp, $40 child (12 and under)

HealesvilleTerrace Bistro

Treat dad to a laidback Sunday lunch, dining on a fresh seafood and juicy carvery buffet with salads and desserts. Toast him with a complimentary glass of red, white, sparkling wine or beer.

Noon-3pm $80pp

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As the best players in the world descend on Melbourne for this year's

competition, world number one Peter Gilchrist—a three-time

world champ—is out to prove himself after coming

second in last year’s Championship.

“I'd like to win this year,” Peter tells Highlights. “I wouldn’t be here if I didn’t think I could. If I find some form in this contest, I'll have a good chance.”Gilchrist, who plays for Singapore, started as part of

a billiards group as a young kid.“When I was

12, we had the Teesside Boys League, which was formed in 1973. There were 36 teams around the area at the time, each with six players,” Peter recalls. “On a Saturday or Sunday morning, we were allowed to go into the clubs and play in competitions. By 1992, we had the top five players in the world all coming from within a ten-mile radius.”The group no longer exists and it's becoming increasingly difficult to recruit younger players to the sport.“I tried to replicate the Teesside Boys League when I moved to Singapore to train younger players, but it's fallen by the wayside. Kids aren’t interested in playing billiards. There are some great young players coming in from India though, it is quite popular there.”So what does a world champion depend on the most?“I only have the one cue that I use”, says Peter, “If I lost my cue, it would be like losing an arm. It's a misconception

The World Billiards Championships return to Australia for the first time in more than 85 years. World number

one Peter Gilchrist has his eye on the prize.

Right On CueWORLD BILLIARDS CHAMPIONSHIP 6-12 OCTOBER

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2019 World Billiards Championship

This historic, prestigious event, first contested in 1870, was last played in Melbourne in 1934 when Australian billiards legend Walter Lindrum defended his title against England’s Joe Davis. Now, 85 years later, the Championship comes to Australia for the second time.

A limited number of early-release tickets for the 2019 World Billiards Championship are now on sale. RACV Club, RACV Service and Australian Billiards & Snooker Council (ABSC) members enjoy exclusive discounts.

World Open

Sun-Mon 6-7 Oct Billiards Room, City Club

World Billiards Championship

Tue-Sat 8-12 Oct Billiards Room, City Club

$60 Premium reserved seat, $30 Club members, $40 Service/ABSC members

$30 Standard reserved seat, $15 Club members, $20 Service/ABSC members

$250 Gold season pass includes Premium reserved seat for every World Open and World Championship session, souvenir program and entry to closing ceremonies for World Open and World Championship

For competition schedule and to book, visit racv.com.au/bookbilliards

that you can just pick up any cue and play well. You get to know the specific balance and weight of your cue. I’d be a complete novice if I just picked one off the racks and tried to play." Billiards, he says, is all about touch and feel. "If you have a cue that you’re really happy with and you get used to its balance, it makes all the difference.”Peter won't be travelling solo when he plays (and stays) at City Club—there'll be one very special guest in the crowd. “My dad is flying over from England, so there’s a bit of extra pressure. I’m looking forward to spending time with him,” Peter says. “He’ll tell you he is a billiards player. Same as my brother: if he has a few pints, he’ll say that if he continued playing billiards he’d be better than me. It’s all a bit of fun in our family.”He may be ranked number one, but Peter

says there are some serious contenders coming to Melbourne.“My closest competitors this year will be Matthew Bolton, Pankaj Advani, Sourav Kothari and David Causier. There’s probably six or seven players who have a chance,” he says.The World Open and World Billiards Championship finals will be held in the City Club’s world class billiards room.“I’ve been in lots of billiard rooms over the years,” Peter says. “I honestly think RACV’s billiard room is the nicest one I’ve ever been in, it’s fantastic. There’s plenty of space and there’s a separate finals table, it’s perfect.” Here's hoping his surroundings bring Peter luck.Go to billiardschampionship.com

Limited early-release tickets on sale from $15 (see right)

The scent of spring is in the air, bringing with it a new season and a whole host of events and activities in Melbourne and the Yarra Valley.

Stay And Play

THINGS TO DO

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Country Discovery YARRA VALLEY BY BALLOON

Sometimes we just need a fresh perspective on the world. As the sun dawns, lighting the fog drifting across the landscape, take in the beauty of the Yarra Valley in a whole new way. Gently floating above the undulating hills in a hot air balloon is a 'wow' moment destined to linger in the

memory forever. The adventure with Picture This Ballooning begins before dawn, helping to unfurl and inflate the craft. As first light strikes, ascend skyward, drifting peacefully on the wind. Then, come back down to earth, packing the balloon before a buffet breakfast at Healesville Country Club to feast on new memories.

To book, call Picture This Ballooning on 9429 0277Flight times subject to change. Accommodation available for additional cost, subject to availability.

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A DAY ON THE GREEN

Twenty years after he rocked the world with Smooth—the second-most played song on Aussie radio in the last 25 years—Rob Thomas brings his Chip Tooth Tour to Rochford Winery. Rock out to the charismatic frontman's solo classics like Lonely No More and This Is How A Heart Breaks along with Matchbox Twenty hits including Push, 3AM and If You’re Gone. As a singer, songwriter and collaborator, Rob Thomas has shifted over 80 million records to fans around the world.

Sat 9 Nov $450pp includes reserved Gold seating, private marquee, 2-course share menu, wine, beer and soft drinks, and return transfers from Healesville Country Club

To book call 9944 8876 or email memberevents@racv.comThis is a shared table event. Times subject to change. Accommodation available for additional cost, subject to availability.

STAY AND PLAY

SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN

The Yarra Valley is well known for grown-up pursuits like quaffing wine and gourmet cheese tastings, but it's also a winning destination for kids.

Yarra Valley Railway Throw back to yesteryear on this beautifully restored heritage train chugging from Healesville across the Watts River, under the Donovan’s Road overbridge and through the historic Tarrawarra Winery tunnel. Tickets fund the largest volunteer infrastructure project in Australia to rebuild the track through to Yarra Glen.

Sun, Wed and public holidays Healesville Railway Station, from $12, yvr.org.au

Queens Park Playground Recently upgraded, explore hundred-year-old tress and grassy clearings alongside the trickle of Badger Creek. Kids of all ages love the learn-to-ride bike track, trampolines, boardwalks, bells, water play and flying foxes.

Daily Badger Creek Rd, Healesville

Maroondah Reservoir Park Pack a picnic and discover gardens of native and exotic trees, wildlife and walking tracks. The view from the top of the dam is spectacular and in spring, depending on conditions, water flows over into the spillway. Make the most of the BBQ facilities, playground, rotunda and lawns to sprawl out on. There are plenty of tracks to walk off your lunch, see parkweb.vic.gov.au for maps and details.

Daily Maroondah Hwy, Healesville, parkweb.vic.gov.au

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Finals Fever AFL GRAND FINAL LUNCH

Over the years, our annual AFL Grand Final Lunch has grown into a popular Club tradition. With the 2019 season already well underway, save the date for this year’s event which is set to be bigger and better than ever before. Further details will be revealed, including a superstar lineup of athletes set to make up the expert discussion panel. Until then, get in early to secure your ticket to dine alongside (and meet) some of the biggest names in the game.

Bookings open 10am, 1 August.

Thu 26 Sep, noon-2.30pm Level 17, $130pp or $1250 for a table of 10, includes 3-course lunch, beverages and AFL Grand Final Record

STAY AND PLAY

PRE-MATCH DINING

Get your belly match fit this finals season. With plenty of quick, tasty meals on the menu, like burgers, fish and chips, and healthy salads, fill up before heading to the game. There's a big month of action ahead, get your tickets and book your pre-game feed.

Bookings essential, places are limited

Aug-Sep, 5.30-7pm Bistro, City Club, menu prices

SPORTS BAR

Catch all the action of grand final day on the Sports Bar screens. As finals fever reaches its peak, we'll keep you hydrated throughout the game with drink specials at the bar. Will you find yourself toasting a victory or drowning your sorrows following a defeat?

Sat 28 Sep Healesville, menu prices

AFL PREMIERSHIP TICKETS

Don't miss a minute of the finals action. The gloves are off and tensions rise as the premiership trophy is within reach. Members can access discounted tickets at the MCG or Marvel Stadium. Be part of the crowd as the final chapter of the 2019 premiership competion unfolds.

MCG and Marvel Stadium, $36pp, subject to availability

CARBINE BAR

Just for the footy fanatics, we're serving up tasty buffalo chicken wings to sustain you through each game on the big screen. Get your wing fix with all the preliminary finals and semi-finals through the season. Aug-Sep City Club, menu prices

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STAY AND PLAY

READY, SET, SPRING

Get spring racing ready with this very special event to give you insights from industry professionals about the key trackside trends of the season. One Spa is on hand with hair and makeup samples, while ladies can seek styling advice from Styled By Sally and learn hat how-tos from a leading milliner. Henry Bucks menswear and City Hatters will get the gents ready to head trackside. Make an afternoon of it, the drinks will be flowing alongside sweet and savoury bites, before heading to Bourke Street Green to kick on into the evening.

5 Oct, 2-4.30pm Club Pavilion, $139pp includes cocktail on arrival, beer, sparkling wine, wine, soft drink and food

Trackside ActionSPRING RACING CARNIVAL

Be part of the action as Melbourne comes alive on and off the turf.

Caulfield

31 Aug Memsie Stakes 21 Sep Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes 29 Sep Underwood Stakes 12 Oct Caulfield Guineas 19 Oct Caulfield Cup

Moonee Valley

26 Oct Cox Plate 25 Oct Manikato Stakes

Flemington

14 Sep Girls' Day Out 5 Oct Turnbull Stakes Day 2 Nov Derby Day 5 Nov Melbourne Cup 7 Nov Oaks Day 9 Nov Stakes Day

PAMPER PACKAGE

Plan a visit to the city to soak up the glamour and excitement of the Spring Racing Carnival. Book a luxe Pamper Package and we'll include full daily buffet breakfast, parking, 12pm late checkout and a $100 One Spa voucher to help you get prepped for race day. Opt to stay in an Executive King or Twin room and you'll get access to The Retreat with exclusive private lounge, complimentary newspapers, all-day refreshments, plus canapés and drinks provided every evening. A luxury experience all the way.

City Club, member rates from $380 in a Standard Room or $460 in an Executive Room per night for two people

CALL 9944 8888 EMAIL memberevents@racv.com.au

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STAY AND PLAY

City Adventures WHITE NIGHT REIMAGINED

The enormous success of White Night sees the festival expand over three nights, transforming the city with mesmerising al fresco installations by artists from Australia and around the world. As always, iconic Melbourne venues introduce special programs and extended hours for this creative musical and culinary celebration. 22-24 AugCarlton Gardens, Treasury Gardens,Birrarung Marr

SATURDAY NIGHT DINNER DANCE

A sophisticated evening of great food, fine company and live entertainment. Dine on a decadent three or four course menu before cutting a rug on the dance floor. Let the band lead the way as you dance the night away.

Bookings essential, places are limited.

Sat 31 Aug, 7-11pm $72pp 3 courses, $96 with matched wines; $82pp 4 courses, $115 with matched wines

Limited à la carte menu available on request

ROYAL MELBOURNE SHOW

Bringing the country to the city for over 160 years, Victoria's largest agriculture showcase returns for another year. Filled with all the rides, fairy floss and dagwood dogs that have thrilled generations, it's a guaranteed fun day out. And, of course, don't forget to pick out a show bag.

21 Sep-1 Oct Melbourne Showgrounds, $42pp, $21 child (5-14 years). RACV members save up to 25%

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City ClubEvents

20 Guest Speakers

21 Lectures And Courses

21 Activities

22 Young Professionals

23 Box Office

Dining And Bars

25 Dining Events

25 Members’ Dining Room

26 Gallery Lounge

26 Bistro

26 Carbine Bar

27 Club Conservatory

28 Le Petit Gâteau

28 Wine Bar

29 Wine Events

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Vietnam Veterans Lunch

On the 53rd anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, honour those who served in the longest conflict in Australian history. Special guest Ross Smith was a lieutenant colonel in Vietnam and former Victorian Member of Parliament.

Fri 16 Aug, noon-2pm Club Pavilion, $84.50pp

Author Talk: A Spanner In The Works by Loretta Smith

Alice Anderson, a young car-obsessed Melburnian, created the country’s first service centre of female-only mechanics in the early 20th century. Biographer Loretta Smith tells of writing about Alice’s short but remarkable life and mysterious death—ruled accidental, but questions remain.

Bookings essential by Tuesday, 13 August.

Tue 20 Aug, 6-7.15pm Club Library, $15pp includes drinks and canapes

To book, call 9944 8180 or email clublibrary@racv.com.au

Lectures And CoursesBelly Dancing Workshop

Discover the art of belly dancing: how to flick your hips, shimmy your torso and create slinky snake arms. Set to exotic, middle eastern music, you'll get to wear a traditional coin belt, provided in class.

Sat 17 Aug and 14 Sep, noon-1.30pm Fitness Centre, $25pp or $45pp for both sessions

Guest Speakers17th Annual Bob Rose Lecture With Nicole Livingstone OAM

In conjunction with the Robert Rose Foundation, this annual signature event promotes the academic and cultural importance of sport, in particular AFL. This year’s guest, head of women’s football and ex Olympic swimmer Nicole Livingstone, has been at the forefront of the tremendous growth of AFLW. Along with other women’s competitions across the country, the upsurge in interest in women’s sport promises a bright future for the game.

Thu 22 Aug, noon-2.30pm Level 17, $100pp or $900 for a table of 10, includes 2-course lunch and beverages

Events

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State Library Of Victoria Family History Tour

Explore the Family History Reading rooms at the State Library of Victoria and how the newspaper and family history collections help with researching family, social, political or local history. Learn about the resources, services and equipment available with trained librarians on hand to aid your search.

Bookings essential by Wednesday, 4 September.

Wed 11 and 18 Sep, 11am-noon State Library, CBD, free for members

Email clublibrary@racv.com.au or call 9944 8180

Short Course: Get Social On Social Media

In this workshop, we introduce you to the tools needed to promote yourself on social media channels. Learn to create beautiful social media posts, use hashtags, schedule posts along with an introduction to analytics and more.

Fri 13 Sep, 2.30-5.30pm Level 2, $70pp includes workshop and printed notes

Kenneth Park Lecture

At the 250th anniversary of the births of the Duke of Wellington and Napoleon Bonaparte, explore their remarkable lives and legacies.

Tue 8 Oct, 2-3pm Level 2, $15pp includes talk

ActivitiesWalsh Street By Robin Boyd

Celebrate the centenary of the birth of visionary architect Robin Boyd with a private tour of his iconic South Yarra home, Walsh Street. Boyd designed Walsh Street in 1957 for his family to live in and it has become the most famous example of his vision of a mid-century family home. Boyd’s designs remain influential locally and internationally as an exemplar of modernist Australian architecture.

Places strictly limited. Bookings essential by Wednesday, 22 August.

Thu 29 Aug, 11am-1pm Walsh St, South Yarra, $40pp includes light refreshments

To book call 9944 8180 or email clublibrary@racv.com.au

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Cooking Class

Brush up on your culinary skills as City Club's Executive Sous Chef shows RACV Young Professionals how to throw a killer dinner party at home. Become a master of the kitchen as you learn to prepare an entree, main course and dessert. Of course the proof, as they say, is in the pudding—once all the hard work is done, retire to the Members' Dining Room to enjoy the fruits of your efforts, with each course paired to matched wines.

Bookings essential, places are limited.

Mon 19 Aug 6.30-10pm Members' Dining Room Kitchen and Members Dining Room, $129pp

Parliament House Gardens Tour

Delve into the private gardens of Parliament House, home to many significant plantings including the majestic Federal Oak planted in 1890. As part of the tour you will see one of the largest rooftop gardens in the CBD with 12,000 plants, comprising more than 140 native Australian species. A must for lovers of horticulture and history.

Bookings essential by Tuesday, 24 September.

Tue 1 and Thu 3 Oct, 10.30am-noon Parliament House, CBD, free for members

Email clublibrary@racv.com.au or call 9944 8180

RACV Young ProfessionalsYoung Professionals Networking Lunch

The second Wednesday of the month is all about good food and great company.

Bookings essential, places limited.

Wed 14 Aug and 11 Sep, 1-2pm Bistro, menu prices

Friday Night Drinks

End the week on the right note at our monthly drinks night.

Bookings required.

Fri 23 Aug, 5.30-7pm Wine Bar, bar prices

Fri 13 Sep, 5.30-7pm Bourke Street Green, includes DJ, nibbles and giveaways. Bar prices

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*Transfers not included. Non-member accommodation charges apply for guests of members.^Includes return transfers. Non-member accommodation charges apply for guests of members.

Box Office MusicalsChicago

An all-star Aussie cast stars in Broadway's iconic tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz.

Wed 5 Feb 2020, 5.30pm Members' Dinning Room and State Theatre, dinner and Premium seating $230pp; dinner, ticket and room $420 single, $640 double/twin share

Matinee

Wed 12 Jan 2020, 1pm State Theatre, Premium seating $155pp; ticket and room, $354 single, $509 double/twin share

Come From Away

On September 11, the world stopped. See the remarkable true story of thousands of stranded passengers and the townsfolk of Newfoundland, Canada who welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared and gratitude grew into enduring friendships.

Wed 18 Sep, 5pm Members’ Dining Room and Comedy Theatre, dinner and A-reserve seating $190pp; dinner, ticket and room, $390 single, $580 double/twin share^

Charlie And The Chocolate Factory

Roald Dahl’s delicious tale is coming to Melbourne. It’s a delectable treat featuring songs from the original film, alongside a toe-tapping, ear-tickling new score. Experience the wonders of Willy Wonka’s marvellous chocolate factory. Secure your Golden Ticket.

Wed 9 Oct, 5.30pm Members’ Dining Room and Her Majesty’s Theatre, dinner and Premium seating $215pp; dinner, ticket and room $415 single, $630 double/twin share^

Matinee

Sun 20 Oct, 1pm Her Majesty’s Theatre, A-Reserve ticket $135pp; dinner, ticket and room, $335 single, $470 double*

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CircusCirque Du Soleil Kurios

A thrilling spectacle of colour, music and movement as only the talented Cirque Du Soleil can deliver. An ambitious inventor defies the laws of time, space and dimension to reinvent everything around him—inside his curio cabinet the visible becomes invisible, perspectives are transformed and the world is literally turned upside down.

Wed 18 Mar, 2020, 5.30pm Members' Dinning Room and Big Top Flemington, dinner and Premium seating $230pp; dinner, ticket and room $430 single, $660 double/twin share

Matinee

Wed 15 Mar, 2020 1.30pm Big Top Flemington, Price Level 1 seating $120pp; ticket and room $320 single, $440 double/twin share

Live MusicKISS

After an epic 45-year career, KISS hang up their platform boots for the last time, bowing out with the End Of The Road tour. Known for their trademark larger-than-life performances, KISS is one of the most iconic live shows in rock'n'roll. Promising to be the ultimate celebration for those who’ve seen the band before and the last chance for anyone who hasn’t, the show is billed as the band’s biggest show yet.

Thu 21 Nov, 5pm Members Dinning Room and Rod Laver Arena, dinner and Gold Reserve ticket $295; dinner, ticket and room $495 single, $790 double/twin share

LONG KISS GOODBYESince bursting onto the scene in 1973, KISS have sold more than 100 million records globally. With their distinctive glam metal look Gene Simmons (The Demon) and Paul Stanley (The Starchild) have led a revolving lineup of band members over the decades. Their biggest hit, I Was Made For Loving You peaked at number 2 in Australia in 1979.

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Dining EventsTruffle Dinner

The decadent and divine truffle is in season. A taste sensation loved by epicurean diners, this fungus is a rare treat found beneath the soil at a certain time of year near particular trees. The unique taste of this luxury ingredient has been sought after by connoisseurs since ancient times. Members' Dining Room Chef de Cuisine Jelena Grujovic creates a special menu where truffle is the hero—a tiny dose packs a powerful punch.

Tue 3 Sep, 6.30pm Level 1, $130pp includes glass of sparkling wine on arrival, canapes and 4-course dinner

Dining And Bars

Whisky Dinner

A whisky exploration spanning Ireland and Scotland, including some very small batch releases such as Bunnahabhain 1997 Palo Cortado Cask and Tobermory 2005 Fino Cask. Paired with cleverly elaborated dishes, you're in the capable hands of whisky ambassador Andy Ratcliff and Brad Cuff.

Book early, places are limited.

Tue 1 Oct, 6.30pm Level 1, $175pp includes 4 courses and 8 whiskies

Members’ Dining RoomSaturday Night Dinner Dance

Put on your dancing shoes, grab a partner and get ready to relive the classic hits of the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s, performed live by the band. Turn to page 18 to get all the details of this popular evening of food, fun and frivolity.

Express Lunch Returns

Swift service for those on the go with a new, simplified menu. Prompt, attentive service lets you refuel on two courses within the hour. To indulge further, a full à la carte menu is also available.

Aug-Sep, Tue-Fri from noon $54pp 2 courses, $65pp 3 courses

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Gallery LoungeAfternoon Tea

A platter of treats like fresh-baked scones, finger sandwiches, friands and cake with tea, coffee or hot chocolate. Add a sparkling wine for extra fizz.

Bookings essential, places are limited.

Mon-Fri, Aug-Sep, 2-3.30pm $24pp, $29pp with sparkling wine

Carbine Bar Group Functions

Our group packages bring people together for drinks and snacks. Add a fun, team-building component with triple World Billiards Champion Robby Foldvari. Bookings are essential.

Aug-Sep

Food packages from $20pp, beverage packages from $15.50ppConditions apply. Bookings subject to availability.

AFL Buffalo Wings

See page 16 for our special finals treat.

BistroBistro Highlights

Sunday Carvery Buffet

Traditional roast with veggies, sides, soup and dessert. Kids go mad for the pancake machine and ice cream station. Grown-ups love the new cheese menu.

Aug-Sep, noon-2.30pm, 6-9pm $40.50 adult, $22 child (12 and under)

À la carte available 7 days a week Not available 1 September.

Monday Night: Steak Time

Steak night is bigger than ever before. Try the superior quality of a 300g dry aged rib eye or opt for a succulent classic like grain fed premium Black Angus rump, grass fed Gippsland eye fillet or sirloin.

Aug-Sep, 6-9pm From $32

Wednesdays: Say Cheese

Cheese dishes from around the globe served for your pleasure. From the familiar to the decadent, this selection of dishes are crafted from Victorian artisan cheeses.

Aug-Sep, 6-9pm Menu prices

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Club ConservatoryWeekday Buffet Our self-serve buffet of hot dishes, soup and salads rotates daily, plus there's a dessert counter for the sweet tooth.

Mon-Fri, Aug-Sep, 11.30am-2pm $22.50 adult, $12.50 child (12 and under) includes buffet and dessert counter

Sunday Seafood Buffet Lunch

Every Sunday we serve up the freshest king prawns, oysters, mussels and other seafood. And that's just the start—follow up with a tempting array of desserts. The finest accompaniment of all? Live music.

Bookings essential, places are limited.

Sun, Aug-Sep, noon-3pm $66.50 adult, $32.50 child (12 and under)

Not available 1 September.

Closed 27 September.

THE SEASON OF CHEESE Cheese Supreme

We've gone and sourced the finest local and Victorian cheeses so you can curate your own platter, served with tasting notes.

Bookings recommended.

Tue-Sat dinner, Aug-Sep Members' Dining Room, a la carte prices

Closed 27 September.

Cheese For One Some things are too good to share. Treat yourself to a hit of dairy goodness with a tasty selection of gourmet cheeses. This deliciously decadent serve is all yours to enjoy. What tastier way can there be to boost your calcium levels.

5 Aug-26 Sep, 11.30am-2.30pm $12 per 50g

Gallery Lounge, menu pricesClosed 27 September.

NEW BEGINNINGSThe Club Conservatory has moved to a brand new space (you'll find it right next to the previous location on Level 1). A new name is set to follow... if you're struck with inspiration, have a go at entering our naming competition—turn to page 5 for details on the prize and how to enter.

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WINE OF THE MONTHAugust: Jim Barry

The late Jim Barry produced trophy winning wines since 1959. Today, son Peter and his own offspring, Tom and Sam, carry on the iconic family name.

Wed 7 Aug, 12.30-1.30pm Lobby, free tastings for members

September: Lamura

A young producer representing modern winemaking in Sicily, the Grillo (white) and Nero d’Avola (red) grapes are indigenous varieties. Wed 4 Sep, 12.30-1.30pm Lobby, free tastings for members

Le Petit GâteauTake Away High Tea

For the discerning sweets lover, immerse yourself in a chef’s selection of petit fours and scones in a clever takeaway stand. Perfect for a picnic, work event or romantic tea-for-two.

$58ea, serves 2-448 hours’ notice required for all orders. Collect 9am-5pm weekdays (closed public holidays).

Wine Bar New Menu

Along with savouring the carefully curated wine list, the Wine Bar is also a destination for a quiet bite to eat. Smaller dishes are the mainstay of the menu. They're designed to share and also just right for solo snacking. Settle in and order as you go.

Tue-Fri lunch, Tue-Sat dinner, Aug-Sep Food $10-$28, wine at menu prices

Happy Hour

The perfect excuse to start the weekend early—our Happy Hour specials are on offer every Thursday and Friday evening. Enjoy a selection of Happy Hour drinks priced from just $6. Keep you and your friends fed with our menu of tapas-style share dishes.

Thu and Fri, 5-7pm

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FROM THE VINE Wine Travel Without Moving

If scent and flavour can bring back childhood memories, wine can transport you to distant regions without moving. This is just what happened when I was confronted by wines from an unknown (to me) wine region, made by an unknown winery using never heard-of grape varietals.

It's kind of hard to do a tasting when you need to Google everything and it's a good reminder to stay humble—we know so little. The island in question is Bozcaada off the western coast of Turkey. This former Greek island is an idyllic, less populated tourist destination. Corvus is the island's most respected producer, founded in 2002, however the wine culture dates to ancient times and harbours several native varieties such as Kuntra, Karalahna, and Vasilaki.

The standout in my tasting was a blend of Kuntra and Karalahna under Corvus's Rarum label. A six-year-old blend showing great potential with sturdy but polished tannins, a well-structured palate with savoury fruity edge and good elegant length. The Slowfood Foundation says production of these varieties is declining, threatened by tourism and lack of general interest. So, yes, I've placed an order but it will take time to make its way from their island to ours.

Cheers! Christian Maier, RACV Club and Resorts Sommelier

Wine EventsRiesling Masterclass With Louisa Rose

Chief winemaker at Yalumba, Louisa has been named Winemaker of the Year by Gourmet Traveller Wine and Best Winemaker by The Age. Awarded an International Women in Wine award, she will reveal the idosyncracies of the riesling grape variety, uncovering the influences of age development and different closures on the finished wine. An exceptional event for any wine lover who has wondered why the industry has transitioned from corks to metal screw caps. Louisa will provide a closer look at various rieslings and, as is customary, there will be light dishes to accompany the wines on offer.

Thu 12 Sep, 6.30pm $54pp includes wine tasting and light dishes

Rockford Wine Dinner

Hosted by winemaker Ben Radford and showcasing the best Rockford Wines has to offer, there are some treats in store. Ben opens his cellar to share the iconic Basket Press shiraz new release alongside older vintages.

Places are limited, book early.

Thu 22 Aug, 6.30pm Level 1, $190pp includes canapes and 4 courses with 10 winesThis is a shared table event.

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HealesvilleEvents

31 The Art Of The Portrait

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Dining And Bars

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It's arguably the best known art competition in the country. Now, the stunning finalists in the Archibald Prize 2019 are coming to the Yarra Valley.

The Art Of The Portrait

THE ARCHIBALD PRIZE

Loribelle Spirovski, Meg and Amos (and Art) © the artist. Photo: AGNSW, Felicity Jenkins. Sitter: Megan Washington, musician.

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Kneeling on the floor, hands clasped, artist Lindy Lee glances downwards, a moment of

contemplation captured by artist Tony Costa. It's a moment that is destined to go down in Australian art history. Costa's meditative portrait (left) was named the winner of the 2019 Archibald Prize earlier this year.

For over 98 years, the coveted and contentious art competition has recognised the work of some of Australia’s most celebrated artists including William Dobell, Brett Whiteley and Del Kathryn Barton. Other years, complete unknowns and even first time artists take out the $100,000 prize. And, really, that's all part of the appeal of the Archibald Prize.

Archibald Prize 2019 Winner, Tony Costa, Lindy Lee, © the artist. Photo: AGNSW, Felicity Jenkins. Sitter: Lindy Lee, artist.

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The other aspect of the annual portrait competition that so grabs the public's imagination is the way it gives audiences a glimpse into Australian culture and identity, capturing the faces of politicians, celebrities, sporting heroes, authors and ordinary Australians through the eyes of the artist. Take this year's depiction of the actor David Wenham deep in thought (opposite). The stunning, photo-realistic portrait by artist Tessa Mackay took out the 2019 Packing Room prize, awarded each year by the crew in the Art Gallery of New South Wales packing room, a wonderfully egalitarian aspect to the Archibald that is so quintessentially Australian. The 51 finalist artworks (out of a record 919 entries) travel to the Yarra Valley for an exclusive exhibition at TarraWarra Museum of Arts this spring. Among them are works which portray well known faces including former ballet dancer and director of Queensland Ballet Li Cunxin by Jun Chen, Anh Do’s portrait of the artist George Gittoes, Vincent Namatjira’s tribute to his friend and fellow artist Tony Albert and media commentator Annabel Crabb by Jordan Richardson.“We are delighted that Australia’s most loved and eagerly anticipated art award, the Archibald Prize, will return again to TarraWarra Museum of Art in 2019,” says Victoria Lynn, TarraWarra Museum of Art Director. “The local community will also have the chance to create their own masterpiece through Not the Archies, a community project presented by Yarra Ranges Council which gives residents the chance to have their artwork displayed.” >>

2019 Packing Room Prize Winner, Tessa Mackay, Through The Looking Glass, © the artist. Photo: AGNSW, Mim Stirling. Sitter: David Wenham, actor.

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>> Established as a bequest by Jules Francois Archibald, founding editor of The Bulletin magazine, the prize was intended to foster portraiture and support local artists while memorialising great Australians. According to his Will, Jules Francois thought that the subject ought to be "some man or woman distinguished in art, letters, science or politics, painted by any artist resident in Australasia". Nearly a century on, Mr. Archibald's wish has become iconic as an annual gift to the nation's artistic legacy.

Archibald Prize 2019 Tue-Sun, 14 Sep-5 Nov, 9.30am-5pm TarraWarra Museum Of Art, Healesville, $16pp, $10 child

To book, visit twma.com.auTimed entry ticketing. Pre-booking recommended.

Archibald Accommodation Package

Fri-Sun, 14 Sep-5 Nov Member price from $279 in a Lawn View Room, includes accommodation, two priority entry tickets to the 2019 Archibald Prize, full daily buffet breakfast for two, welcome bottle of Tarrawarra wine and unlimited golf. For two or more nights, add $50 dining credit and noon late check outSubject to availability. Restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Not valid with any other offer. Dining credit valid for food or beverages at Terrace or Blue Tree Grill, unused credit is forfeited.

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RIGHT Adam Norton, David Griggs, Outta Space, © the artist.

Photo: AGNSW, Mim Stirling. Sitter: David Griggs, artist.

OPPOSITE: David Darcy, Tjuparntarri—Women's Business,

© the artist. Photo: AGNSW, Jenni Carter. Sitter: Tjuparntarri (Daisy Ward), artist, activist, educator,

traditional healer.

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Dining And Bars

Blue Tree GrillRaise A (Complimentary) Glass

Come and join us for dinner Thursday evening or for Sunday lunch. Diners who order off the a la carte menu will enjoy a complimentary glass of premium RACV House wine to enjoy with their meal. With a mouth-watering selection of dishes, there's sure to be something there to tempt you.

Thu dinner, Sun lunch

A la carte only, not available with other specials.

Blue Tree Specials

Wednesday Roast Beef

Biodynamic Yarra Valley fillet with roast potatoes, carrots, greens and beef jus.

From 6pm $23.50

Thursday Fish And Chips

Our take on an Aussie classic—wild caught Australian rockling fillet coated in panko crumb and served with house-made chips, parsley aioli, shallots, dill pickles and lemon.

From 6pm $23.50

Events

Lectures & CoursesKenneth Park Double Lecture

Summer Cottages Of Newport, Rhode Island From The Gilded Age

In the late 19th century American high society would see and be seen at Newport, Rhode Island. Their ‘gilded age’ summer cottages were famous for social events, surviving today as reminders of the past.

Exploring The French Riviera From Monaco To Nice

This coastline is spectacular and steeped in history. Trace this magical coastal route, taking in some of the world's most truly beautiful locations.

Fri 25 Oct, 11am-3pm $70pp includes 2 lectures, welcome drink, 2-course lunch, tea and coffee

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High Tea At Blue Tree

You asked for it... our indulgent high tea returns to the Blue Tree Grill. Spoil yourself with a selection of premium sweet and savoury delicacies served up with tea or coffee and your choice of sparkling wine or pink Moscato.

Bookings essential.

Daily, noon-4pm $45.50pp

24 hours notice required for all high tea bookings.

The LoungeWarm Apple Pie Spiced Cider

In the depths of winter, we've got just the thing to warm you up when the days grow cold—spiced apple cider with the familiarity of fresh apple pie. This small batch drink from Tin Shed Cider is made from Victorian apples, using no added sugar or juice from concentrate. Nothing but the pure, comforting taste of home.

Daily $8.90

Fresh Scone Menu

If you love a scone (and, let's face it, who doesn't?), we've got you covered and then some. Our house made scone menu serves up a selection of delicious treats in a variety of flavours you just have to try. Alongside traditional opitons such as plain and fruit-and-date, there are scones infused with chocolate (rasperry and white choc, vanilla choc chip), fruit (apple and blueberry, date and caramel) and pumpkin, as well as savoury cheese and herb. Served warm with your choice of spreads, there's no harm in trying them all.

Daily, 10.30am-5pm The Lounge, from $13.50

HISTORY ON HIGHIt won't surprise you to learn that high tea is a British tradition dating from the 1700s when workers—who in those days were men—would partake in an afternoon meal. Compared to eating regular afternoon tea in a sofa or armchair, the men would take tea on a stool or while standing, putting the 'high' in tea time.

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Terrace BistroA Week In The Bistro

Weekday Roast Lunch Special

Dine on a traditional roast with soup or dessert for just $17.50. Add a third course for $2.50.

Mon-Fri, noon-3pm $17.50pp 2 courses, $19.90pp 3 courses

Discount dessert/soup price with weekday roast only. Not valid with other offers or on public holidays.

Monday Burger Night

Start the week right with a tasty burger, the hardest part is choosing your fave from our mouth-watering burger menu.

$18.50

Tuesday Parma Night

Cast your eye over our extensive parma menu with everything from traditional to Mexican to vegetarian.

$18.50

Monthly: Spice Market Buffet Indulge in a world of flavour with this exotic buffet inspired by the tastes of the subcontinent.

Fri 30 Aug and 27 Sep, 6pm $29.90pp

Sunday Seafood Buffet And Carvery Our iconic offering of seafood, roasts, savoury dishes and desserts. Always a favourite way to round out the weekend.

Aug-Sep, from noon $69.50pp

Not valid with other offers or on public holidays.

Yarra Valley Wine Tour

Take a day out to visit three leading Yarra Valley wineries—Steels Gate Winery, Levantine Hill and Dominique Portet. Along the way, you’ll enjoy a decadant lunch at the Blue Tree Grill. Naturally, each dish is matched to a Yarra Valley wine.

Bookings essential.

Sun 18 Aug and 15 Sep, 10am-6pm $160pp includes tour and 2-course lunch, accommodation $150 per night in a Lawn View includes full buffet breakfast and unlimited golf

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Sports Bar Footy Fever

It's that time of year once again. All the on-field sporting drama you've seen unfold throughout the season finally comes to a head at the AFL grand final. Grab your seat and take in all the action of the big game on the screens with drinks specials in the Sports Bar throughout the day. Which teams will be left standing at the end... and who will take home the premiership trophy?

Sat 28 Sep Menu prices

Happy Hour There's reason to be happy every day at the Sports Bar, with great specials on selected beers and wines. The ideal way to end the day.

Daily, 4-5pm

New Year's Eve At Healesville

The Ballroom

High energy ABBA cover band SOS takes us on a wild ride back to the '70s with the hottest tracks from a time when disco ruled the dance floor.

Tue 31 Dec, 7pm $195 adult, $115 teen, $45 child, includes 3 courses and beverage package

Blue Tree Grill

Kick off with champagne on arrival and a four-course set menu, culminating in a special fireworks display, fire restrictions allowing.

Tue 31 Dec, 6.30pm $130 adult, $99 teen, $45 child

2019 FINALS SCHEDULEMark your calendar and join us in the Sports Bar to follow the nail-biting action.

5-8 Sep: finals week 1, qualification and elimination

13-14 Sep: finals week 2, semi-finals

20-21 Sep: finals week 3, preliminary finals

28 Sep: grand final

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Introducing Skin Regimen

Clinically proven to reduce the effects of stress and lifestyle ageing—the dehydration, dullness and imperfections caused by modern, urban life—Skin Regimen works at the cellular level to maintain healthier, youthful skin. This unisex collection is mixed and matched in a 4-step custom regimen: prepare, recharge, correct, reset.

Available now City Club and Healesville

Skin Regimen Facial

Counteract the effects of stress and pollution with unisex facials designed to combat dull, ageing and toxified skin using Skin Regimen's Macro Waves Sound, the brand recharging Natural Aroma and a bespoke formula of active ingredients to suit your skin.

Urban Longevity Facial or Urban Detox Facial, 60 min $145, City Club and Healesville

Gift With Purchase

Purchase any two Skin Regimen products and you'll receive a complimentary Comfort Zone peeling and exfoliant mask valued at $54.

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41 Spring Skin Solutions

One Spa

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There’s plenty to love about the arrival of spring and the warmer weather. But a change in season

calls for a change in skincare routine. The cooler months can leave skin less than sparkling. Months of heating, hot showers and comfort food takes a toll, dulling our complexions. But it is possible to get that glow back.

“People find through winter that their skin lacks moisture, it can feel dull and we tend to lack motivation to go through a skin care regime,” says Britta

It's known as the season of renewal and as the flowers begin to bloom, it's also time to give your skin new life.

Spring Skin Solutions

WELLBEING

Thompson (pictured), a resident beauty therapist at One Spa Healesville. “We tend to be more sedentary during winter, sitting indoors a lot with heating and it dehydrates the skin.”

To combat the ageing and complexion-dulling effects of winter, look to a combination of topical treatments and an overall approach to general health.

“We try and look at skin as part of an integrated approach to health, so while we're always feeding the skin topically

with products, having a whole food diet rich in vitamins and minerals will help set you up for great skin,” says Britta. “Avoid sugary and processed foods and increase essential fatty acids in the diet to increase lipids and hydrate the skin.”

After completing a diploma of beauty therapy, Britta continued her studies in dermal science, arming her with the knowledge to assess individual skin health and even help treat all kinds of common skin concerns like rosacea, acne and eczema.

“A full skincare regime can seem over-whelming, but a beauty therapist can help tailor a skin care regime to suit your needs, taking many factors into consideration," says Britta.

Lack of sleep and too much stress shows in our complexion, so emotional wellbeing is also important for optimising skin health.

“Never underestimate the power of touch. Something as simple as a facial every 4-6 weeks increases blood flow and circulation, boosts oxygen levels and collagen production,” she adds. “Allow yourself to relax during a treatment to lower stress and cortisol. You’ll glow from the outside and feel good.”

Revive Your Skin Book an appointment with Britta for a free skin analysis and personalised home skincare routine

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City ClubPersonal Training

Feeling unmotivated? Spring clean your body with a personal trainer. Reach your goals with small wins every session. Start a 10-pack before 30 August for a free foam roller to aid recovery.

$81 per 60 min session, $67 45 min, $51 30 min, 10 weeks, billed weekly

Classes And Courses

Strength Training For ArthritisEffective arthritis management through exercise. Better mobility, strength and flexibility reduces pain and aids those daily tasks.

Course 1 28 Aug-16 Oct Wed 10.30-11.30am

Course 2 30 Aug-25 Oct Fri 10-11am or 11am-noon

$124pp, 8 weeks, 1 weekly session; $216pp, 2 weekly sessions

Boot CampSix weeks of cardio, boxing, running and body weight drills to improve fitness. A buffet breakfast at the end of the course.

Course 1 9 Sep-18 Oct Mon, Wed, Fri, 6.30-7.30am $180pp, 6 weeks, 3 weekly sessions

Course 2 10 Sep-17 Oct Tue, Thu, 12.15-1pm $120pp, 6 weeks, 2 weekly sessions

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Fitness Centre

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Core WomenA fun, six-week program in a supportive group environment using core exercises, boxing and body-weight workouts suitable for women of all levels and abilities. Get outdoors (when the weather's bad we'll move inside), lose weight, build strength and feel great. Join your ‘core crew’ for complimentary tea or coffee after each session.

10 Sep-17 Oct Tue, Thu, 6.30-7.30am $120pp, 6 weeks, 2 weekly sessions

Learn To Ballroom DanceGrab a partner, put your dancing shoes on and get ready to move your feet. In this course you'll learn how to master the waltz for all those slow dance moments.

Bookings essential.

7 Aug-25 Sep $184pp, 8 weeks

HealesvilleClasses And Courses

Boot CampSummer's coming, time to drop fat, get stronger and grow fitter. This is a fun, motivating session for all levels. Before and after measurements reveal the results of your efforts. Sign up a mate and you'll get a 25% discount.

10 Sep-31 Oct Tue, Thu 6.30-7.30pm $208, 8 weeks, 2 weekly sessions, $116 1 weekly session

Strength Training For SeniorsA motivating and supportive group environment designed to build fitness in older adults. Helps to improve muscle strength, bone density, blood pressure, joint mobility, blood sugar and mood. Develop and maintain strength, balance and flexibility.

30 Sep-18 Nov Mon 10.30-11.15am Wed 10.45-11.30am $104, 8 weeks, 1 weekly session, $184, 2 weekly sessions

SwimmingPrivate Swimming LessonsOur coaches work with all skill levels. Learn the basics, finesse technique or improve stroke efficiency. Get a free pair of goggles valued up to $24.95 with any swim pack.Aug-Sep $320 for 10 x 30 min lessons

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“The biggest struggle for people in reaching their fitness goals is motivation and accountability,” says personal trainer and registered dietician Kasey Jaeger (pictured). She's seen and heard all the excuses. And winter doesn't help things—we tend to turn to comfort food, carbohydrates and sugar fixes. When it's dark and cold outside and you're lacking energy, it’s a lot easier to bundle up and stay in then get up and move.

“Get outside, even in winter. There's lots of benefits to keeping active, especially

They say summer bodies are made in winter, so there's no time like the present to start making positive changes.

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FITNESS

in the cooler months,” Kasey says. Easier said than done, so Kasey heads up Better Bods, a program designed to provide a winter reset to give people a head start on spring. Losing weight and shaping up is no secret formula—spoiler alert: eat well and exercise—but having the tools to reach goals is key.

“We give you the chance to engage weekly and keep yourself accountable with one-on-one nutrition appointments with me and access to different workshops every week.”

The focus isn't on the scales—the best outcome is to make sustainable lifestyle changes to take into the future.

“Lots of members have met a gym buddy through the program who keeps them motivated,” Kasey says. “It’s not just about how much weight you lose. There's a points system for attending regular sessions and completing challenges. We reward people for making positive lifestyle changes.”

Remember, long term health doesn't happen overnight, it's a process.

“Learning about diet, exercise, sleep and stress are all important factors in overhauling your health,” said Kasey. “Drink lots of water and eat your veggies. Behaviour around food can make a difference in your health journey. Be conscious of what you eat and shape positive beliefs around your food.”

And put the excuses to the side. “People are juggling work, family and a social life. We look at these factors and say, what can we achieve? What will work? Let’s fit this around your lifestyle and jump the hurdles as they come. Put yourself first and make your health a priority.”

Better Bods Information Seminar

Wed 7 Aug, 5.30–6.30pm Theatrette, City Club

Better Bods12 Aug-4 Oct City Club, $148pp, 8 weeks; Better Bods Plus $399pp includes program and FitBit Versa; Better Bods Excel $499 includes program, FitBit Versa and 3x60 min personal training sessions

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President's Cup

Healesville's premier annual golfing tournament returns to the green. The President's Cup fields 100 players in a stableford format, with key places in the competition reserved exclusively for Club members. Play kicks off at 8am on what Australian Golf Digest recognised as one of the finest courses in Victoria. The 8th hole at Healesville was recently part of a fantasy course created by the magazine from the state's best holes, as chosen by an expert panel. The President's Cup is an opportunity to experience the wild beauty of the course as part of Healesville's signature golfing event.

Bookings open 5 Aug

Sun 13 Oct, 8am-4pm Healesville Country Club, $80 for Club members, $60 for season pass holders, includes play and 2-course lunch

SPRING FEVER With a new season fast approaching, catch spring fever and get out on the green. To entice you and a mate onto our renowned Yarra Valley course, we've got a very special offer—book for two people to play 18 holes, with cart hire, and your guest gets to play for free. Aug-Sep Midweek $70 (was $111), weekend $82 (was $132)

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City ClubCooking Classes

Whip up a tasty Halloween-themed treat with a kitchen pro. You'll even wear a special chef's hat and apron for the day.

Tinies 23 Sep, 10-11am Level 2, $20pp (3-5 years)

Tweens

23 Sep, 2.30-4.30pm Level 2, $25pp (6-11 years)

Teens

25 Sep, 3-5pm, Members Dining Room, $35pp (12-17 years)

Inflatable Pool Fun

Dive into holiday fun in the pool with the popular inflatable. Parental supervision is required for the duration of the event.

Bookings required.

Mon 30 Sep Fitness Centre Pool, $10pp (6-12 years)

Movie: Willy Wonka And the Chocolate Factory (1971)

A sweet boy from a poor family dreams of finding a golden ticket hidden inside chocolate bar wrappers so he can visit the chocolate factory of the eccentric and reclusive Willy Wonka. Will the lad find the golden ticket so that all his dreams come true?

Wed 2 Oct, 2-4pm Theatrette, $15pp (5+ years) includes popcorn, ice cream and bottle of water

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SAVE THE DATE Bookings for all kids' activities open Monday 19 August at 9am.

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Wonky Chocolate Afternoon Tea

Inspired by the film, this chocolate filled event includes a chocolate buffet. Dress up to win prizes as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (1971) plays to get everyone in a fanciful mood.

Sun 13 Oct, 2-4pm Level 17, $85pp, $65 child (5-12 years), $40 (2-4 years), includes afternoon tea, soft drinks and activities. Beverages at bar pricesThis is an independent event and not related in any way to any properties or brands owned by Warner Brothers.

HealesvilleMovie: Secret Life Of Pets (G)

Ever wondered what your pets get up to when no one is watching? Max the terrier's peaceful life is turned on its head when his owner adopts a boistrous, bumbling stray called Duke. Let's just say Max is not happy about it. But the two learn to put their differences aside when they discover fluffy bunny Snowball isn't as sweet and innocent as they think—Snowball, it turns out, is an evil mastermind gathering an army of abandoned pets to wreak havoc in the city. Adventure ensues as Max and Duke's friends—a colourful crew including Chloe the tabby, Mel the pug, Buddy the dachshund and Sweet Pea the budgie— try to save the day.

Tue 24 Sep, 2pm $15pp (4+ years) includes, movie, popcorn, lolly bag and bottle of water

Fizzle And Pop

Science comes alive with a bang, fizz and flash. This is an engaging hour of fun, noise and colour, where scientific principals are employed to thrilling effect. From exciting explosions to smouldering smoke and crazy chemical reactions, you'll have an absolute blast (in every sense). Don't tell anyone, but you might even learn a thing or two about science stuff. Sshh.

Thu 3 Oct, 2-3pm $35 (4-14 years)

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Experience And Explore Movie: A Star Is Born (M)

See how the 2018 reimagining of this classic story stacks up against the Judy Garland (1954) and Barbra Streisand (1976) films. Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga play lovers who learn the cost of fame. After the credits roll, have lunch in the Bistro.

Sat 24 Aug, 10.30am Theatrette, City Club, $15pp includes film, bottled water and popcorn. Lunch at own expense

Islamic Museum Of Australia Tour

Discover the artistic and cultural heritage of muslims here and abroad, with exhibitions across five permanent galleries. After the tour, sit down to lunch at the onsite IMA Cafe.

Sat 14 Sep, 10.30am Islamic Museum of Australia, Thornbury, $12pp includes tour. Lunch at own expense

Mission To Seafarers We make a return visit to the newly renovated Mission to Seafarers. The tour provides valuable insight into the mission's work to safeguard the wellbeing of our seafarers and to acknowledge the importance and difficulty of life on the ocean.

Fri 25 Oct, 11am Mission to Seafarers, Docklands, $15pp includes tour and morning tea

Groups48 Experience And Explore

49 Cycling

49 Billiards And Snooker

49 Solo

50 Groups Calendar

49CALL 9944 8888 EMAIL memberevents@racv.com.au

Billiards And SnookerAnnual Billiards Tournament

Open to members of all skill levels, enter the 2019 RACV Club tournament and become a finalist to see your name forever etched on the Honour Board. Games are handicapped and played at mutually agreed times from August to December.

Wed 14 Aug, 6pm Billiards Room, City Club, $15 pp

To book call 9944 8876

Learn From A World Champion

Develop lifelong billiards or snooker skills from triple world champion Robby Foldvari (pictured) in a practical social course. Private lessons and gift vouchers also available.

Thu 8-29 Aug or Thu 5-26 Sep 6.30-7.45pm or 8-9.15pm Billiards Room, City Club, $110pp

Melbourne Steam Traction Engine Club

Visit the National Steam Centre to learn all about vintage trains and to discover the many ways in which 150 years of mechanisation has forever changed the way we live.

Fri 20 Sep, 11am Melbourne Steam Traction Engine Club, Scoresby, $10pp includes 2-hour tour. Please pay on the day, cash only

CyclingBurger Run

An easy 45km circuit along well-known tracks plus another less frequented one. They lead to a hidden treasure that will give you something to chew on. Suitable for all bike types.

Sun 1 Sep, 9.30am City Club, Car Park Entrance

Western Mystery

This 70km circuit takes in tracks both familiar and new, guaranteed to get you well and truly bush-wacked. Suitable for all bike types.

Sun 29 Sep, 8am Fairfield Railway Station

To book call 0414 788 254 or email cycling@davidhobson.com.au

Free for members and guests. Information subject to change. Please confirm attendance at least one week prior to ride date for the latest information.

CALL 9944 8888 EMAIL memberevents@racv.com.au50

GROUPS CALENDAR City Club

With works underway at the Club, rooms are subject to change. See reception on arrival and we'll point you in the right direction.

Supervised Duplicate Bridge Mon 10am* Aug 5, 12, 19, 26 Sep 2, 9, 16

Supervised Duplicate Bridge Lessons Mon 1:30pm* Aug 5, 12, 19, 26 Sep 2, 9, 16

Duplicate Bridge Wed 10am* Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 Sep 4, 11, 18, 25

Mahjong Thu 10am Aug 1, 15, 29 Sep 5, 19

Evening Mahjong Wed 7pm, Level 2 Aug 7 Sep 4

Solo Thu 9.30am Aug 8, 22, 29 Sep 12, 22

Ladies Snooker

Thu 1.30pm, Billiards Room Aug 8 Sep 12*Refer to the bridge webs calendar for rooms.

Travel Group 1 Thu 2pm, Level 2 Aug 8 Sep 12

Travel Group 2 Tue 11am, Level 2 Aug 13 Sep 10

Book Group 1 Sat 10.30am, Club Library Aug 10 Sep 14

Book Group 2 Sat 11.15am, Level 2 Aug 10 Sep 14

Book Group 4 Wed 7.15pm, Library Aug 21 Sep 18

Healesville Country ClubBook Group Wed 10am, Library Aug 21 Sep 18

Mahjong Wed 10am, Members’ Lounge Aug 14, 28 Sep 11, 25

Stitching Group Wed 2pm, Members’ Lounge Aug 7, 21 Sep 4, 18

Social Bridge Tue 10am, Members’ Lounge Aug 6, 13, 20, 27 Sep 3, 10, 17, 24

Solo Happy Birthday, Helen

Founding Solo Club member of the Solo Club and long-time RACV Club member (46 years and counting), Helen Lamont, celebrated a birthday milestone recently.

When the monthly Solo Club meet happened to coincide with the big day, Helen's teammates thought it was only fitting to share cake.

“I love Solo because it’s a friendly and social game. We have a chat and aren’t too serious,” Helen told Highlights.

Of course, a lady never reveals her true age—all we can say is that Helen should look forward to receiving a telegram from the Queen next year.

Think you're a dab hand at Solo or hope to become one? Call Member Events to enquire about joining the team

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Resorts & GetawaysRACV Resorts

52 Victoria

53 Tasmania

53 Queensland

Club Tours And Travel

54 Europe

54 New Zealand

54 Singapore

55 Travel Talks

55 Group Journeys Calendar

Reciprocal Clubs

56 Rand Club, Johannesburg

RACV Resorts

52 CALL Cape Schanck 5950 8000 Cobram 5871 9700 Goldfields 5345 9600 Inverloch 5674 0000

Cape SchanckA Taste Of The Peninsula

A night of sensory delights—deluxe Room or Spa Suite plus five courses with matched wines at Pt. Leo Estate Laura restaurant. Includes Pt. Leo transfers, Sculpture Park access, wine tasting, late checkout, plus arrival cocktail and full buffet breakfast for two.

Until 31 Aug racv.com.au/capeschanckClub member rate for two from $1,095. Thursday- Saturday only. Laura and Pt Leo inclusions available on day of arrival only.*

CobramExclusive Club Offer

Come explore the Murray River region and get a bottle of wine on arrival. See the sights by bike, go fishing, tee off at Barooga or tour local producers. Call the number on this page, quote 'Club Wine'.

Until 30 Sep racv.com.au/cobramClub member rate for two from $73 per night Standard Cabin. Valid for Cabin or Apartment bookings by 30 September, stay by 20 December 2019*

InverlochCoastal Getaway

Visit the stunning South Gippsland coast and enjoy the stunning natural beauty.Venture to nearby Phillip Island, enjoy a nature walk, taste local produce and wine, or spot a penguin on parade.

Until 31 Aug racv.com.au/inverlochClub member rate from $99 per night Resort Room or $126 Ocean View Room.*

Goldfields2019 Ballarat International Foto Biennale

This not-for-profit event runs from 23 August to 20 October and attracts a host of international and Australian talent, immersing the town in photographic art. The Art Gallery of Ballarat hosts the headline exhibit Camouflage (pictured) by Chinese photographer and activist Liu Bolin, while To The Moon and Back at the Ballarat Observatory and Museum celebrates the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. Book a stay to experience one of Australia’s pre-eminent photographic festivals. Tickets are available at the resort or visit racv.com.au/ticketing.

racv.com.au/goldfieldsClub member rate for two including breakfast from $95 per night Resort Room.

*Terms and conditions apply. Subject to availability. Restrictions and blackout dates may apply.

CALL Torquay 5261 1600 Hobart 03 6270 8600 Noosa 07 5341 6300 Royal Pines 07 5597 8700 53

TorquayWinter Warmer

Get cosy with us this winter and take in all the surf coast has to offer. Stay two nights and we'll upgrade you to to a Premium Ocean View Room, plus throw in daily buffet breakfast for two and late 11am check out.

Until 31 Aug racv.com.au/torquayClub member rate for two from $349 per two nights. Two night minimum, $100 surcharge Saturday nights. Upgrade subject to availability at time of reservation.*

NoosaCouples Or Families Something for everyone at RACV Noosa Resort. Surrounded by pristine beaches, rivers, hinterland and national parks, the five-star RACV Noosa Resort is the perfect destination for couples and families—from a short break to an extended stay, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Aug-Sep racv.com.au/noosaClub member rate from $170 per night 1-Bedroom Resort Apartment or $267 2-Bedroom Resort Apartment.

Royal PinesPamper And Play

Treat yourself and a loved one with the Pamper and Play package at RACV Royal Pines Resort. Enjoy an overnight stay for two including daily buffet breakfast, plus one of three One Spa options per stay.

Aug-Sep racv.com.au/royalpinesClub member rate from $331 per night Mountain View Room. Not available on public holidays. Golf and One Spa bookings are essential.

HobartTasmanian Whisky Week

Celebrate Whisky Week with overnight accommodation at RACV/RACT Hobart Apartment Hotel, plus two tickets to the Spirits Showcase at the hotel on 17 August and a 50ml bottle of Tasmanian whisky. Can't make it for Whisky Week? Take advantage of our discounted member rates and follow the Tassie Whisky trail at your own pace any time of year.

racv.com.au/hobartValid for travel 12-18 August. Tickets to the event and bottle of whisky valid once per stay.

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Tours And Travel

Europe 2020Budapest To Amsterdam Cruise

From Budapest, explore the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary. Take in a cruise, rail journey, cocktail reception, concert at Vienna’s City Palace and cocktails at Namedy Castle. Includes 40 fine-dining experiences with drinks, cruise director and sightseeing.

Departs 13 May and 18 Sep 2020 15 days from $8,780pp twin share

New Zealand 2019Gourmet New Zealand

Join RACV Club Sommelier Christian Maier on a luxe small group journey of the South Island. Visit leading winemakers, sip on sumptuous pinots and vibrant chardonnays and indulge in fine dining. Sightseeing inclusive, this is not to be missed.

Departs 12 Nov 13 days from $11,795pp, twin share

Singapore 2020Singapore Garden Festival

Visit the famous Singapore Garden Festival. This biennial event showcases the award-winning Gardens by the Bay complex, the stunning botanic gardens and the National Orchid Gardens—take in the wonders of the festival with a botanical guide. You'll also have plenty of time to explore the wonders, sights, sounds and tastes of the cosmopolitan city of Singapore.

Departs 25 Jul 2020 9 days from $5,411pp, twin share

Travel with like-minded members on an RACV Group Journey to receive benefits including a 5% discount, return home-to-Melbourne Airport transfers, a pre-departure briefing to meet your fellow travellers and an RACV Tour Host (subject to minimum numbers).

Conditions apply. All pricing is per person, twin share unless stated otherwise. Ask for Solo Traveller pricing.

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RACV GROUP JOURNEYS2019 Itineraries

24 Aug Rockies and Alaska Cruise

7 Sep Western Australian Wildflowers

12 Oct Budapest to Amsterdam Cruise

12 Nov NZ South Island with Christian Maier

23 Nov Murray River Getaway

2020 Itineraries

13 May Budapest to Amsterdam Cruise

25 Jul Singapore Garden Festival

Aug Noosa Getaway

18 Sep Amsterdam to Budapest Cruise

RACV TRAVEL AGENCYClub Member Service

Where will you go next? Get set for adventure with our professional, personalised travel service. Call the number below or pop in for a chat. RACV members save 5%* on a cruise or fully escorted tour.Corner of New Chancery Lane, City Club*Conditions apply.

Travel TalksNew Zealand By Coach

It's the most popular destination for Australian travellers and with an abundance of natural beauty and laidback lifestyle, it's easy to see why. New Zealand is a great place to explore by coach, with lush countryside, pristine beaches, snowfields and charming towns all within easy distance of each other. Join the travel pros from Grand Pacific Tours for a unique two-hour event aboard their ConnectioNZ Coach.

Bookings essential, places are limited.

Tue 10 Sep, 10am CBD location, free for members, includes talk, gift, light refreshments

Reciprocal Club Of The MonthRand Club, JohannesburgJust a year after Johannesburg was established, Rand Club was founded in 1887. The third iteration of the clubhouse that stands today was built in 1904, a grand stained glass dome forming the architectural centrepiece of the building until it was destroyed in a 2005 fire. Over the years, the Club has been a political flashpoint in South Africa's history, with leading members arrested in 1896 for treason after plotting a raid against President Kruger. Striking miners descended on the Club in violent clashes in 1913, the scars can still be seen on the facade. It remains an institution taking pride of place in central Johannesburg.

33 Loveday Street and Fox Street, Marshalltown, Johannesburg, 2107 randclub.co.za, roanne@randclub.co.za

FIND RECIPROCAL CLUBS at racv.com.au/reciprocalclubs and contact the club directly to book. Request a letter of introduction at racv.com.au/reciprocalclubs or call 1300 501 501. Send feedback on clubs to clubmembership@racv.com.au

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DISCOVER MORE Explore The World

Open the door to some of the world’s most exclusive properties with your RACV Club membership.Our Reciprocal Clubs program unlocks access to over 164 of the finest clubs so you can enjoy excellence abroad wherever you happen to travel.

Your Next Visit To South Africa

With seven reciprocal clubs throughout the country, there are so many options for members to consider on a trip to South Africa.

Visit racv.com.au/reciprocalclubs

Follow us: facebook.com/RACVClub

Visit us online: racv.com.au/club

RACV Club MembershipOnline Account: racv.com.au/login Email: clubmembership@racv.com.au Phone: 1300 501 501

President And Chairman: Netta Griffin*

Deputy Chairman: Geoff Cosgriff

Managing Director And CEO: Neil Taylor

RACV Board Of Directors Chairman, Club And Membership Committee: John Slattery*

Graeme Chipp Alex Downie* Julie Green* Patricia Kelly Merran Kelsall Jodie Leonard Greg Robinson Graeme Willis

*Club and Membership Committee.

City Club 501 Bourke Street, Melbourne 3000

Healesville Country Club 122 Healesville-Kinglake Road, Healesville 3777

Accommodation: 5962 4899 or book online at racv.com.au/club Dining: 5969 9443 or email healesvilleclubrestaurants@racv.com.au

One Spa: 5969 9388 or email onespahealesville@racv.com.au Member Events: 9944 8876 or email memberevents@racv.com.au

Fitness Centre: 5969 9383 or email fitnesscentrehealesville@racv.com.au Pro Shop: 5969 9370 or email golfshop_healesville@racv.com.au

RACV Resorts

Victoria Cape Schanck: 5950 8000Cobram: 5871 9700Goldfields: 5345 9600

Inverloch: 5674 0000 Torquay: 5261 1600 Tasmania Hobart: 03 6270 8600

Queensland Noosa: 07 5341 6300Royal Pines: 07 5597 8700

Visit racv.com.au/resorts

Accommodation: 9944 8888 or book online at racv.com.au/club Restaurant Reservations: 9944 8200, 9944 8204 or email cityclubrestaurants@racv.com.au Member Events: 9944 8876 or email memberevents@racv.com.au Library: 9944 8180 or email clublibrary@racv.com.au

Fitness Centre: 9944 8860 or email fitnesscentre@racv.com.au Business Centre: 9944 8268 or email cityclub-businesscentre@racv.com.au Conferences And Events: 1300 139 059 or email conferencesandevents@racv.com.au Barber: 9944 8850 or email fitnesscentre@racv.com.au

One Spa: 9944 8884 or email onespa@racv.com.au Le Petit Gâteau: 9944 8893 or email orders@lepetitgateau.com.au Carbine Bar: 9944 8997 or email cityclubrestaurants@racv.com.au Club Tours And Travel: 9944 8916 or email clubtravel@racv.com.au

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HEALESVILLESeafood and Carvery Buffet -p.38

CITY CLUBWine Of The Month Tastings -p.28

Learn To Ballroom Dance -p.43

HEALESVILLESeafood and Carvery Buffet -p.38

CITY CLUBBetter Bods -p.44

HEALESVILLEAnnual Billiards Tournament -p.49

CITY CLUBYoung Professionals Networking Lunch

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CITY CLUBVietnam Veterans Lunch -p.20

CITY CLUBBelly Dancing Workshop -p.20

HEALESVILLESeafood and Carvery Buffet -p.38Yarra Valley Wine Tour -p.38

CITY CLUBYoung Professionals Cooking Class -p.22

CITY CLUBAuthor Talk, Loretta Smith -p.20

CITY CLUBWhite Night Reimagined -p.18

Bob Rose Lecture with Nicole Livingston -p.20

Rockford Wine Dinner -p.29

CITY CLUBWhite Night Reimagined -p.18

Young Professionals Friday Drinks -p.22

CITY CLUBWhite Night Reimagined -p.18

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CITY CLUBStrength Training For Arthritis Course 1 begins -p.42

HEALESVILLESeafood and Carvery Buffet -p.38

Library

Movies

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Wine

Box Office

Children

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CITY CLUBWalsh Street by Robin Boyd -p.21

CITY CLUBStrength Training For Arthritis Course 2 begins -p.42

HEALESVILLESpice Market Buffet -p.38

CITY CLUBSaturday Night Dinner Dance -p.18

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CITY CLUBFather's Day lunch and dinner -p.11

Sunday Seafood Buffet Lunch -p.27

Burger Run Cycling Circuit -p.49

HEALESVILLEFather's Day lunch in Terrace Bistro -p.11

CITY CLUBTruffle Dinner -p.25

CITY CLUBWine Of The Month tastings -p.28

CITY CLUBSunday Seafood Buffet Lunch -p.27

HEALESVILLESeafood and Carvery Buffet -p.38

CITY CLUBBootcamp Course 1 begins -p.42

CITY CLUBCore Women begins-p.43

Travel Talks: New Zealand by Coach -p.55

HEALESVILLEBootcamp begins-p.43

CITY CLUBState Library of Victoria Family History Tour -p.21

Young Professionals Networking Lunch

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CITY CLUBRiesling Masterclass

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CITY CLUBGet Social on Social Media -p.21

Young Professionals Friday Drinks -p.22

CITY CLUBBelly Dancing Workshop -p.20

Islamic Museaum of Australia Tour -p.48

HEALESVILLEArchibald Prize 2019 -p.31

CITY CLUBSunday Seafood Buffet Lunch -p.27

HEALESVILLESeafood and Carvery Buffet -p.38Yarra Valley Wine Tour -p.38

CITY CLUBState Library of Victoria Family History Tour -p.21

Come From Away -p.23

CITY CLUBBootcamp Course 2 begins -p.42

CITY CLUBMelbourne Steam Traction Engine Club -p.49

CITY CLUBRoyal Melbourne Show begins -p.18

CITY CLUBSunday Seafood Buffet Lunch -p.27

HEALESVILLESeafood and Carvery Buffet -p.38

CITY CLUBKid's Cooking Classes -p.46

CITY CLUBA Star Is Born -p.48

HEALESVILLESecret Life Of Pets -p.47

CITY CLUBKid's Cooking Classes -p.46

CITY CLUBAFL Grand Final Lunch -p.16

HEALESVILLESpice Market Buffet -p.38

HEALESVILLEAFL Grand Final in the Sports Bar -p.16

CITY CLUBSunday Seafood Buffet Lunch -p.27

Western Mystery Cycling p.49

HEALESVILLESeafood and Carvery Buffet -p.38

CITY CLUBInflatable Pool Fun -p.46

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ChristmasFrom an intimate get-together to a big festive bash, let us make this Christmas season one to remember. RACV Club's range of venues and catering packages offer something for everyone.

Turn to page 6 for more details

Enquire nowCity Club 1300 139 059Healesville 03 5962 4899