Paraparaumu Memorial R.S.A. Inc T/A PARAPARAUMU RSA & COMMUNITY CLUB P.O. Box 170, Paraparaumu 5254 110 Amohia Street : Tel 902-7927 Email : [email protected] www.pramrsa.co.nz We Will Remember Them December 2014 Edition 170 Monthly News The Staff and Executive Committee would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year New Years Eve Party Wednesday 31st December From 7.30pm Tickets $12 each—available from Bar “Double Click” playing President’s Report SUPPORT FOR YOUR RSA There has never been a greater need for the support of our members than now…. If our RSA is to maintain its strength we need you to make use of your services. The new drink-driving laws are going to have an effect on our trading and we are doing what we can make to sure you can drink here safely and enjoy a meal with friends. Your Executive understands that the new laws may be something of a deterrent but we hope our safe and friendly environment will encourage you to keep up your patronage. CEREMONIES One of the key roles of any RSA is to organise and manage ceremonial occasions. Despite light rain outside we ran a well-attended indoors Armistice Day remembrance service on 11 November, with about 100 present, and we received favourable comment on the professionalism of the parade. For that we are indebted to some of our younger members, Warrant Officer and former Executive member Mark Compain, with help from Staff Sergeant Rod Toi and Chief Petty Officer Mark MacLean – all in the Reserves. This year we are working more closely with the Kapiti Coast District Council as the World War One commemorations unfold. Late in January the upgrading of the Memorial Gates will be recognised with a public re-dedication service to be organised by the KCDC with support from us and we hope for a large turnout. Guests will include the Baucke family whose Paraparaumu blacksmith relative hand-forged the gates in the early 1920s. On 14 February we will be dedicating a new plaque on the gates which finally recognises all those younger service men and women who have put their lives on the line for New Zealand in trouble spots around the world with little public recognition or acknowledgement. The plaque will read “United Nations & Allied Coalitions Post-1945” This is part of our “Welcome Home” project aimed at attracting younger serving and previously serving people into our RSA by showing that Kapiti recognises their service, often in hazardous situations, and cares about their wellbeing. HOLIDAY Even RSA presidents take time off and from 8-22 December my wife and I will be touring some of the South Island. Vice-president Adrian Ahern will deputise for me during my absence. Best Wishes for a safe and enjoyable Christmas and thank you for your support. Chris Turver Congratulations to Tuki Takiwa For winning our travel draw Enjoy a week of relaxation in Taupo! 2 Managers Corner December 2014 ~ What’s new and what’s happening around your club ~ Hi Folk, Last week I spent two days at the Club NZ Annual Managers conference in Auckland. Despite the social interaction aspect of such a conference you would be truly amazed at the volume of work and knowledge-sharing these functions generate. Club Managers never switch-off - every waking moment was spent talking about: what works— what doesn't / what problem you have—how we fixed it / lets examine that problem—here’s the answer to it / this is how the law works—are we all agreed on interpretation?, etc, etc. This went on all night and every meal break. Its amazing how much info gets shared this way. Our club was ‘right-up-there’ with much interest in our ‘Function Centre Status’ and how it might help other clubs deal with their councils and restrictions on obtaining Special Licences. However, it was quite clear that the current scrutiny and “interesting” interpretation of law placed upon our club by the compliance folk at the KCDC was exceptionally greater, or unknown, by every other club present. No-one else disclosed issues of the type and frequency we have been subject to, including a new series of purported breaches of license operation. President Chris and I have found it necessary to initiate an approach the KCDC senior staff (again) to table our concerns about these function interpretation matters. Please believe that our club takes exceptional care to meet its compliance obligations; to an extent that seems greater than all of the other local clubs that I have surveyed, let alone others nationally. At this point the KCDC is considering our concerns and they have agreed to our request for a combined club, council and police meeting January 2015 to agree-off rules that all three could agree to and live by. Upcoming Events: The Last 2014 Friday Quiz - Fri 5th Dec @ 7pm with Nick Kids Christmas Party - Sun 7th Dec from 1pm Live Rock n Boogie with Denny & the Dynamos - Sat 20th Dec @7.30pm - gold coin ***** The Christmas Karaoke Show - Fri 12th December @7.30pm This will be our most spectacular yet with Renee Maurice featuring (the winner of ‘2014 NZ’s Got Talent’ show - Do not miss - gold coin collection please) New Years Eve - Thu 31st Dec from 7.30pm with ‘Double Click’ Supper and great entertainment to see-in the New Year - $12 per head I wish all of you, and your families, a safe and happy Christmas and prosperous New Year Take care. Cheers, Don Trevethick 3 Welfare Report Hello, to you out there, hope you are keeping well. As you all know the law will change from the 1st December this year ,to a lower rate of breath alcohol count for people 20 years and over. So we have to take it easy with drinks and take advantage of the clubs offers to assist with transport—including members option to obtain half-price taxi fares. This leaves a minimal cost whilst you still enjoy your night out! Armistice Day 11th November this year - I thank those people that came along - really well done . Now we know just around the corner is Christmas , “whoopee”. School holidays will mean that there’s children on the road. So keep your eyes open for those little kids ,we don't need accidents in this area, or someone not having a family Xmas with the whole family Now I have to say to you all, I am looking for some members to help with the Welfare Section. If you would like to help out ,could you let Rachel know in our office in which case I will contact you afterwards. Many thanks if you could contribute. Well people ,Merry Christmas and have a good year. To my Committee, I wish you all the best and thanks for your support during the year Don't forget the Widows and Widowers Christmas party this Wednesday the 8th December. Gary Moore Support Advisor Name Number Date of Death Atkins RJ 443560 & 634463 10 November 2014 Denny & The Dynamos Saturday 20th December From 7.30pm Gold coin entry RSA Xmas Dinner Saturday 20th December From 5.30pm $20 per person (2 courses) Book now Ph: 902 7927 4 Women’s Section Hi there Members! Well, It’s getting to that time of the year – the silly season! 33 of us enjoyed a lovely Xmas Lunch in the Club’s Restaurant last Wednesday 26th. A big thank you to Diana and Donna. Well done ladies!! As this is my last report for 2014, may I take this opportunity to wish you all a healthy, merry Xmas and a very happy New Year. I hope to see more of you in 2015. A note for your 2015 Diary – the Women’s Section is celebrating its 40th Birthday on Wednesday 25th March 2015 at the Club. Further details will be published later. Yours, in fellowship, Marilyn Billing – President Tel. No. 905-5106 or Email [email protected] Join in our increasingly popular activity: Get Dem Ol’ Bones Working * MOBILITY & DAILY STRENGTH EXERCISE CLASSES FOR ALL AGES * with personal trainer CATHY Every Tuesday at 10am at our Clubrooms Everyone invited—even non members! Only $2 per session Finish with morning tea for only $2 * Last Tuesday exercise will be 23rd December 2014 * Exercise Classes will be extended to Fridays from 11.15am early 2015 5 Achilles Restaurant ~ Restaurant will be closed from Thurs 1st Jan until Monday 12th January ~ Lunch: Friday Only: 12pm—1.30pm $13 + $4 for Dessert $10 Meal Deal Lunches—restart 21st January 2015 12pm-1.30pm $10 Main & Dessert 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month Dinner: Wednesday—Bain Marie 5.30pm—7.30pm ~ ~ Starters ~ ~ Desserts ~ Garlic Bread $5.50 Soup of the Day $7.50 Shrimp Cocktail $6.50 Mixed Asian Platter For1 $5.50 For 2 $9.00 Happy Birthday to all those that celebrate in the month of December Remember our members dine free on their birthdays! *Conditions apply, please see staff Chocolate Pudding Sticky Date Pudding Tiramisu $6.00 $6.00 $6.50 Check blackboard for our specials ~ Mains ~ Roast Pork Thai Chicken Curry 7 Vege Lasagne Chicken Breast Roast Beef Lamb Shank Fish & Chips $14 + $4 for Dessert $16.50 $14.00 $14.00 $16.50 $16.50 $18.00 $14.00 Kids Menu—$10 With fries & sauce Chicken Nuggets Hot dogs Fish Bites + a Sundae (Chocolate, caramel or strawberry sauce) Cleaning out your cupboards? If you have any plastic bowls you no longer want—we will take them, just see the kitchen staff 6 ANZAC WEEK & DAY 25th April 2015—ANZAC Day Show Planning is well under way of our commemorations for 2015!! 1) Sat 18th April - ANZAC Music Show @ Southwards @ 2.30pm 2) ANZAC Week - various evening events including Coasters Musical Theatre & a brilliant movie double feature 3) ANZAC Day Services - Dawn & Citizens 4) ‘ANZAC Show on the Domain’ - A new and exciting event that show-cases the youth of Kapiti and celebrates life and achievement The intent is to provide the whole Kapiti Community, (with particular emphasis on families and children), a day-long event on the Domain rugby ground with music, shows, stalls and many other activities from 10.30am Member Draws & Results $200 per Week Jackpot Wednesday Night Super Draw Drawn between 6 and 7pm October 29th $1400 8292 E J McKay—not struck November 5th $1600 8256 A C Robertson—not struck November 12th $1800 8923 NJ McDonald—not struck November 19th $2000 8001 M Hooper—not struck November 26th $2200 9738 I S Fay—not struck 4 x $100 MEMBERS DRAW WINNING NUMBERS Drawn every Thursday between 5.45pm and 6.15pm October 30th 7490 G Inwood 7977 K Holford 8828 G Watson 9902 B Hollands November 6th 9925 R Wyman 9480 P Swann 7176 S Ryan 8597 L Payne November 13th 7224 G Sue 7637 S McAllister 7480 J Twist 7919 L Bligh November 20th 7529 D Perrett 9871 W Pearson 8657 V Heslop 9762 W Jaques November 27th 9208 D Cutter 9692 B Pennell 8332 I McIntyre 9066 D Walker 7 RSA Christmas Trading Hours Bar Wednesday 24th December Thursday 25th December Friday 26th December Saturday 27th December Sunday 28th December Monday 29th December Tuesday 30th December Wednesday 31st December Thursday 1st January Friday 2nd January Saturday 3rd January Sunday 4th January Monday 5th January Tuesday 6th—Sunday 11th January Restaurant Wednesday 24th December Thursday 25th December Friday 26th December Saturday 27th December Sunday 28th December Monday 29th December Tuesday 30th December Wednesday 31st December “NYE” Thursday 1st January Normal Hours Club Closed Club Closed Normal Hours Normal Sunday Hours 1.30pm—7.00pm 1.30pm—7.00pm 11.00am—1.00am Club Closed Club Closed Normal Hours 1.30pm—7.00pm 1.30pm—7.00pm Normal opening times Closing time dependant upon patronage Open Club Closed Club Closed Open Closed Closed Closed Open Closed until Monday 12th January Bar Snacks are always available when the Restaurant is closed Woodward Foods available upon request at Bar Raffles and Super Draw stop on Wednesday 17th December 2014and restart Wednesday 14th January 2015 New Years Eve Party Wednesday 31st December From 7.30pm Tickets $12 each—available from Bar “Double Click” playing 8 Adjuncts & Activities—Xmas Breaks Exercise Classes Indoor Bowls Day Indoor Bowls Evening Housie Country Music Club Karaoke Last date for 2014 Tues 23th Dec Tues 2nd Dec Tues 2nd Dec Thurs 18th Dec Sun 14th Dec Fri 12th Dec Resumes in 2015 Tues 6th Jan Tues 4th Feb Tues 4th Feb Thurs 8th Jan RSA Christmas Dinner Saturday 20th December From 5.30pm Only $20 per person (2 courses) Book now! Ph 902 7927 Denny & the Dynamos Brilliant Rock & Boogie bandSaturday 20th December From 7.30pm Gold coin entry Housie Christmas Cracker The last night for Housie 2014 is Thursday 18th December * Special Christmas Supper * 2 Super Houses * Tell your friends and make this a cracker of a night, thank you for your support during 2014 Housie will start again on 15th January 2015, mark your calendars ~ Merry Christmas to you all! ~ 9 SOCIAL EVENTS & ACTIVITIES PAGE Karaoke—with Dave & Sharon! Friday 12th—From 7.30pm Special Xmas Karaoke with Renee Maurice and other amazing talent! WHAT’S ON EVERY WEEK AT THE RSA MONDAY Cards 500 1.40pm Dance Night 7.00pm TUESDAY Exercises @10.00am Bowls 1.30pm to 3.30pm Bowls 7.30 to 9.30pm WEDNESDAY Members Super Draw Jackpot @6.30pm Snooker 6.30pm Women’s Section 4th Week each month 1pm Dance Class 7pm THURSDAY Mahjong 1.15pm (1st & 3rd week each month) 4 x $100 Members Draw Housie 7.30pm Country & Western Music FRIDAY Karaoke 7.30pm every 2nd and 4th Friday Quiz Nites—next is 5 Dec The 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month 1pm—4pm SATURDAY Live entertainment monthly keep an eye in the newsletter Hosted by Paraparaumu Country Music Club Sunday December 12th only SUNDAY 8 Ball every Sunday 2pm Country Music 2nd & 4th of the month 1pm Please note days the club is closed 10 December 2014 RSA Calendar Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 Exercise Classes 10am Happy Hour Happy Hour 4pm from 4.00pm Quiz Nite @ 7.00pm Sharp Final Bowls for 2014 7 8 Ball 8 Cards From 1.30pm 9 Exercise Classes 10am 10 Superdraw & Raffles 11 Mahjong 1.15pm Snooker 6.30pm 4x$100 Member Draw 12 Xmas Karaoke Special Happy Hour from 4.00pm 19 20 13 Housie 7.30pm 14 15 Final C&W for 2014 Club opens 21 22 8 Ball Club opens 1.30pm Cards From 1.30pm 16 17 Superdraw & Raffles Exercise Classes 10am Snooker 6.30pm 23 24 18 4x$100 Member Draw Housie 7.30pm Happy Hour from 4.00pm 26 27 Xmas Day Club Closed Boxing Day Club Closed Happy Hour from 4.00pm Cards From 1.30pm Xmas Eve 28 29 30 31 1 Jan 2015 2 Jan 2015 8 Ball Club opens New Years Eve Party Club Closed Club Closed 1.30pm Cards From 1.30pm Denny & the Dynamos @ 7.30pm 25 Exercise Classes 10am Last 1 for 2014 1.30pm H/Hour 4pm 11 VAN DRIVERS & DRINK-DRIVING The club is investigating the possibility of getting hold of a van to take members to and from the club, Wed to Sat but this is dependant upon a team of volunteer drivers making themselves available. 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