september 2011

THE EURASIANTHE EURASIANTHE EURASIANTHE EURASIAN

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President’s Message

Inside this issue:Inside this issue:Inside this issue:Inside this issue:

Business Classifieds

2

Sunday Lunch 2

Spring Dance

Quiz Night

3

Malacca

Celebrations

Poster

4

News and

Golf

5

Children’s

Christmas Party &

Bowling Article

6

Members Affairs

& Renewal

7

Seniors Events

&

8

August Lunch

Photos

9

August Lunch

Photos

10

August Lunch

Photos

11

My Calendar 12


SEPTEMBER 2011SEPTEMBER 2011SEPTEMBER 2011SEPTEMBER 2011 VOL 26 ISSUE 3VOL 26 ISSUE 3VOL 26 ISSUE 3VOL 26 ISSUE 3

Special points of interest:

SPRING DANCE QUIZ NIGHT LUNCH PHOTOS CHRISTMAS PARTY

Dear Members ‘War, depression, dissolving Empires caused sieving dispersals back to ancestral lands and Downunder, chiefly Perth, are again beginnings. “Where our children find themselves, compete, reach for the sky. We move in nostalgia, cere-mony, narrative, your ignition and combustion; in your salt, water, earth, air, anticipating your fur-ther history, the merging of the tribes as we start another hope, another vision, another journey”. - taken from Alphonso At Tea written by Edwin Thumboo from the publication Singapore

Eurasians – Memories and Hopes. Our celebration of the 500th anniversary on Sunday 14 August was not just a journey into nostalgia but one of grateful remembering, honour and hope. The playing of both the Australian and Portuguese national anthems reminded us of the immense sacrifice made by generations before us and the insurmountable obstacles they had to face to bring us to this land of the great Southern Cross where opportunities abound for ourselves and our future generation. I am so thankful to the Manage-ment Committee and their sub committees for their contribution to day filled with so many features that make us Eurasian and at the end of that day we knew we had experienced something special. My grateful thanks to Royston Santa Maria, and all who provided the entertainment and the many volunteers who made life a little easier for the organisers. The raffle raised $200 and was sent to the Malacca Portuguese Eurasian Association to offset their October celebration costs. They have asked me to thank all members for their support.

The Seniors committee have organised a tour of the Swan Brewery on 30 August and by the time this newsletter is printed those who attended would have probably drunk all our Pubs out of beer! I am sure they would have all had a good time.

We will be honouring and appreciating all fathers at our September lunch. Fathers play a very important role in all families and it will be our pleasure to make sure they know how special they are! Many treats await them on the 11th. It is also a time to remember fathers who have left the earth but who await us in the next world and if you are fortunate to be able to visit them at the cemetery, please don’t hesitate to do so. I take this opportunity of thanking all fathers for what they do and wishing them all a very Happy Fathers Day and I hope their families spoil them thoroughly on that day.

We have not received anything in the suggestion box in the last few months and it is important for us to know how best we can serve our members so please feel free to give us some of your opinions and ideas and we will try our best to put in place any constructive suggestions. Thank you for your continued support of the Association and I hope this newsletter finds you with a spring in your step! Its Spring, take time to smell the roses.

Genevieve De Souza —PresidentTel: 9398 5375 email: [email protected]

Genevieve De Souza

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BUSINESS CLASSIFIEDS

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Fully qualified, friendly and patient driving instructor. Automatic vehicle with power-steering and dual controls. Price covers one full hour with pick up and return. Call 0418 237483 now to book.

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SPECIAL SUNDAY LUNCH MENU September 11th 2011

Ho Fun Nasi Briyani Gado Gado Rochor Mee

Assorted Cakes

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Regular Sunday Lunches are at Redcliffe Community Hall Corner Morgan Road and Field Avenue in

Redcliffe, entrance also from Grand Parade.

Tickets given out strictly on a first come first served

basis. Tickets will not be given out for those who

are yet to arrive. Lunch served from

12 noon.

Members bringing guests, please sign in the Visitors Book at

the door.

Hope to see you there!


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SPRING DANCE—FLOWER POWER!!

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Date: Saturday 15th October 2011

Theme: Flower Power

Time: 7pm – midnight Place: Beckenham Community Hall

Streatham Street, Beckenham

Music: Passionworks B.Y.O. Drinks & Snacks

Tickets $15 Members. $20 non-members

Tickets available from : Margaret 93776280, Valerie 0412572476, Joan 92769439, Robert 94536615.

Saturday 26th November 2011

Redcliffe Community Centre

Arrive at 7pm for 7.30 start

Tea, Coffee and Soft Drinks on

sale

Donations of prizes for the quiz

would be most appreciated. (Please contact Thelma Green for donation of prizes)


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POSTER FROM MALACCA PORTUGUESE EURASIAN

ASSOCIATION


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NEWS …………….

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No suggestions received this month. The Management Committee encourages and welcomes constructive feedback from members. All signed suggestions will be discussed by the Committee and responded to in the newsletter.

Member’s DrawMember’s DrawMember’s DrawMember’s Draw————Be there to winBe there to winBe there to winBe there to win The member’s cash draw jackpots each month if it is not won. You have to be there to win so

come along and support AEAWA’s lunches to be eligible for the member’s draw.

Sincere CondolencesSincere CondolencesSincere CondolencesSincere Condolences

To Brian and Thelma Green and families on the resent loss of Brian’s Mum. May she Rest in Peace.

Congratulations!Congratulations!Congratulations!Congratulations! To Addie De Silva who celebrated her 90th Birthday on 12th August.

Get all the AEAWA NEWSGet all the AEAWA NEWSGet all the AEAWA NEWSGet all the AEAWA NEWS————Electronically!Electronically!Electronically!Electronically! If any member would like to receive updates on AEAWA activities by email, please send a short email to our Vice President, John Sutton who is compiling an email distribution list. John will then add you to the list. Emails sent in this way will not reveal your email address to other members on the distribution list. John’s email address is [email protected]

Would you like a fully functioning, legal computer? Would you like a fully functioning, legal computer? Would you like a fully functioning, legal computer? Would you like a fully functioning, legal computer? Please download an application form from our web site. These are VERY cheap and are supplied by The City of Wanneroo “Men’s Shed” organisation. A big thank you to our

Eustace Boudeville for facilitating this great offer. The WebMasterThe WebMasterThe WebMasterThe WebMaster————Alan JuppAlan JuppAlan JuppAlan Jupp

AEAWA CLUB GOLF

For details of the next game,

Please contact — Graeme Mitchell on 0403 336 899


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Sunday 4th December

3pm - 6pm

Redcliffe Community Centre

$15 for members, $25 for non-members

Grandparents who are members can bring one grandchild for $15

“The Ten Pin Bowling Challenge” Well!, after a wonderful ‘Sunday Lunch’ (and celebrations), sixteen ‘Diehards’ (with full tummy’s) made their way to the to the battlefield – Canning-ton Bowls. The venue was buzzing and the combatants were eager to do battle. With shoes and balls selected the ‘War Cries’ began - I think some shoes were too tight and balls too heavy, Ahhhhh!! The first balls started down the lanes, some with silky smooth releases, others with thumps and bumps. No ‘Strikes’ were forthcoming, not until the second

volley of balls crashed into the pins. Dennis Arklie and Brad Green were the first to “Strike” in the second frame. Well, the battle had indeed begun and all were courageous in their attempts to annihilate those pins. Our thanks to the small ‘Cheer Squad’ that came to support our efforts, we appreciated your efforts. By the end of the two games there were ‘60’ spares and ‘34’ strikes taken, well done all. The ‘Champions’ of the day were all who took part in the fun, thank you!

Congratulations to 1st place winner, Michael Chowdhurie; 2nd place, Philip De Mello; 3rd place, Brad Green and our top female ( and also 4th), Joan Arklie.

Many thanks to Margaret Chowdhurie for putting it all together for us.

Thanks to all, see you at the next campaign. Regards, Graeme...


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MEMBERSHIP

AEAWA welcomes the following new members —

1. Derrick and Mary Jansen

Please make them welcome when you see them.

Those who wish to pay direct to AEAWA’s Account here are

the details:-

Account Name: Australian Eurasian Association of W.A. Inc. Bank : Bank West BSB: 306 042 Account Number: 082 139-5 Reference: Subs (name) or (membership number) Annual Fees are payable from 31 December each

year.

Pensioner: 1 yr $15 or 3 yrs $40.50

Single: 1 yr $19 or 3 yrs $51.30

Family: 1 yr $28 or 3 yrs $75.60

Charles Reincastle [email protected] Members Affairs Tel: 92769439/0404215042

Charles Reincastle [email protected]

Members Affairs Tel: 9276 9439

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Send this form to AEAWA Members Affairs PO Box 875, Cloverdale WA 6105


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SENIORS EVENTS - MARK YOUR DIARY …

Not just for Seniors—but for All Members and Friends!

Hi All, Hurrah! Spring is here.

Get out into the sun and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and keep smiling. There has been a good response to the expression of interest notice

at the August Sunday Lunch regarding the Weekend Away. Date: - Friday 3rd. February to Sunday 5th. February.2012. Venue: - Indian Ocean Retreat, Myalup Beach Road, Myalup W.A. Its only 145 Km. South of Perth, and 3 Km off Coast Road. Please refer to notice board regarding Chalets. Cost: - 6 Persons sharing- $84.00 pp. for 2 nights. 4 Persons sharing - $100.00 pp for 2 nights. Alternate chalets 6 Persons sharing - $ 87.00 pp. for 2 nights 4 Persons sharing - $105.00 pp for 2 nights.

Refer to the notice, on the notice board at the Sunday Lunch

Those who have registered a non-refundable deposit of $50.00pp. is required, as bookings will have to be made ASAP to secure the Chalets.

More information will be advertised in the monthly, Newsletter.

Registration is still available at the September lunch, and if interested a deposit is required.

God Bless and keep safe.

Seniors Coordinator, Joan Reincastle

92769439/ 0419906719

Happy Members and Friends who enjoyed a tour of the SWAN BREWERY


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Good friends,

laughter and fun.

Lovely colourful costumes.

Well done to all the organisers!

AUGUST SPECIAL SUNDAY LUNCH


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Thanks to our

wonderful cooks and kitchen helpers.

Thanks to Royston Santa Maria for the music and to all who sang and

helped with equipment.


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Dancing, and a “toss the coin “ competition

added to the afternoon’s enjoyment


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YOUR MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

President Genevieve De Souza 93985375

Vice President John Sutton 0437 286 301

Secretary Frank Hedges 93897105

Treasurer Carol Richards 0411 812 981

Seniors Joan Reincastle 92769439

Member’s Affairs Charles Reincastle 92769439

Catering Daisy Westerhout 94565435

Children’s Party Thelma Green 94547251

Functions Margaret Chowdhurie 0403 179 505

Committee Member Sue James 93321294

Committee Member/Golf Graeme Mitchell 0403 336 899

Committee Member Alan Jupp 0400 377 054

Committee Member Valerie Whitaker 0412 572 476

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AUSTRALIAN EURASIAN ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA PO Box 875, CLOVERDALE

Western Australia 6105

Letters to the Editor

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interesting news or things

to celebrate—

Please write to

PO Box 875

Cloverdale WA 6105

Or email

[email protected]

Please contact any one of the

Committee if you have any questions or

ideas. We are always happy

to hear from you!

My Calendar 2011/2012

SEPTEMBER • 11th Sunday Lunch

OCTOBER • 9th Sunday Lunch • 15th Spring Dance - Flower Power!

NOVEMBER • 13th Sunday Lunch • 26th - Quiz Night

DECEMBER • 4th - Children’s Christmas Party • 11th Sunday Lunch

JANUARY 2012 • No Lunch or Newsletter • Happy New Year!!

FEBRUARY 2012 • 12th Sunday Lunch • 3rd to 5th - Weekend Away at Myalup Beach

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Documents

happy fathers day

seniors committee

special points

good time

members affairs renewal

seniors events

grateful thanks

grateful remembering