Dear XL1 Club Member
President’s Message
Well, here we are in the depths of winter, and I hope you are managing to avoid the winter chills. As you will be aware our President Rod Collins and his wife Julitha are continuing on the last stages of their trip to South America and the Galápagos Islands, and I am pleased to provide you with this month’s club message in his absence.
The month of July was a little different with our lunch on 18th held at the Baringo Wine and Co restaurant, New Gisborne. Thirty-eight members, family and friends attended on the day making their way by car or train. It was noted some travelled by car from 2 hours away. It was great to see Ex Secretary Alan Kealy and his wife attend as well. The club purchased a few bottles of wine for those attending in appreciation of their effort, all other costs were paid for by the attendees. Attendees enjoyed the day with some suggesting the venue be considered whenever the Angliss Restaurant is unavailable.
By now you should have received the invitation to our next luncheon to be held on 15th August. This is our annual lunch dedicated to the late John Forbes OAM KGSJ in recognition of John’s significant contribution to the XL1 Club over many, many years. A number of special guests will be joining us, and we will also have a couple of surprise auction and raffle items. This promises to be a great day so be sure to clear your diary and come join us.
August will be a big month as the Club will also be launching our new website. The XL1 Club website will provide members with on-line access to information about the Club, upcoming events, and historical information and photos. The website will also enable members to register and pay for lunches on-line. This will be optional as the usual registration and payment options of EFT, or at the door with cash or tap&go will remain. More information will be provided during the month with full details of the launch date and web address.
Barbara Poland (vice president), on behalf of
Rod Collins, President
IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Please note William Angliss Restaurant is a teaching organisation and due to current employment agreements, they are required to close during university holiday periods. This has had an impact on our monthly lunch dates with lunches now held on the third Thursday of the month. Please note and diarise these changes, and advise your colleagues with no internet access, to prevent members turning up on the incorrect day.
Also a reminder, that as from 1 July, the cost of the lunch for members and guests is now $80 per head.
NEXT LUNCHES
Please make a note of the following dates:
August – Thursday 15th August at Angliss Restaurant
September – Thursday, 19th September at Angliss Restaurant
October – Thursday, 17th October at Angliss Restaurant
November – Thursday, 21st November at Angliss Restaurant
Subscription Reminder
2024/25 Annual subscriptions renewals are now due. The annual fee remains at $35.
New members who joined after our April lunch this year are not required to pay the renewal fee for this year.
Subscription fees may be paid by EFT online, or at the club lunches by cash or tap&go.
Welfare of members
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of all our members who are unwell.
Please report any members you know to be ill or injured to:-
Gareth Hanlon – Mob: 0416 050 702 Ray Thompson – Mob: 0411 883 367
Next Lunch
If you are planning to attend the August Lunch to be held on Thursday, 15th August at William Angliss, please advise Barbara Poland, by Thursday 8th August to allow sufficient time to finalise numbers with Angliss Restaurant. Barbara may be contacted by:
Reply to this email ([email protected] ) or
Email [email protected], or
Phone 0403 580 489
Barbara will need the names of any guests accompanying you, seating preferences and any dietary requirements. This is expected to be a busy luncheon so please be sure to book early.
Remember lunch is now $80 per head and payments may be made via online transfer, or on entry with cash or tap&go.
BSB: 704230
Account No: 100440796
Account Name: XL1 Club Inc
Please ensure you provide your name in the reference field and the reason for payment (eg. Lunch, Subs, Raffle, Auction etc).
