POLO CLUB PRESS
December 2014 / January 2015 Newsletter Issue 270
Merry Christmas
Image courtesy of Kwintowski
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Kristan Conlon
Dear Members
In 2015 the Brisbane Polo Club will celebrate its 25th anniversary in style.
We propose to mark the milestone year with ‘25 extraordinary events’ for
our members and their friends.
Some events will be big, some small but each one promises to be a unique
and memorable experience.
So that you can keep track of this busy year of activity, each member will
be sent an ‘Event Passport’ with preliminary dates and concepts of our 25
extraordinary events in mid January 2015, with wonderful prizes able to be
won for those members attending multiple events during the year.
To whet your appetite, some of the concepts being created include a Black
Tie Ball on the 13th June, a Halloween Masquerade Ball in October, and a
series of ten Masterclasses covering a variety of foods and beverages such
as cheese, chocolate and coffee.
We are also engaging with many of our corporate partners on involvement
with these extraordinary events and should members wish to be involved in
any or all of our celebratory year though company partnership, please do
not hesitate to contact Paul Grainger, our General Manager who would be
happy to walk you though the exciting opportunities for exposure in 2015.
CHRISTMAS
AND NEW YEAR
OPENING HOURS
The Club will close
Wednesday 24th after
lunch service at 4:00pm.
Reopening Monday 12th
January 2015 at 7am for
breakfast and lunch.
Dinner resumes
Wednesday 14th January.
PRESIDENT’S CHRISTMAS DRINKS * - Friday 12th
Members and guest event hosted by the President and Committee.
Celebrate together what it means to be part of the Polo Club Community.
Arrival cocktail, delicious finger food, 2 hour drinks package and live music.
TIME: 6.00-8.00pm COST: $49.00pp. RSVP CLOSES: Tues 9th
*Please note on this evening the restaurant will not be available for bookings until 8pm.
Brisbane Polo Club - Naldham House, 193 Mary Street, Brisbane 4000
Phone: 07 3229 3766
www.brisbanepoloclub.com.au
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Your Management Committee
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Committee Members
Other December Events
Kristan Conlon
Warwick Prince
Lynton W Rose
Mark Tocchini, Kym James, Rod Kruger, Craig Rose
TO BOOK EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 3229 3766
PERE LABAT RUMS - Now available in the Bar
Thankyou to Maxime and Brendan from Felix & Son (French Caribbean importers of fine rum) for
the recent hosting of two special Rum tastings featuring their exquisite range of Caribbean rums.
Felix & Son will come back and host our first 2015 Masterclass on February 12th, be sure to book.
In the meantime ask Chris at the bar to make you one of his sensational Pere Labat Mojito’s.
EXTENDED RESTAURANT TRADING FOR
CHRISTMAS WEEK - Monday 22nd & Tuesday 23rd December
The Club restaurant and Bar will be OPEN FOR DINNER BOOKINGS on Mon 22nd and Tues 23rd.
Wednesday 24th - Christmas Eve - Breakfast and lunch only. Club will close at 4.00pm.
CHRISTMAS
GIFT IDEAS
Treat your loved ones
to one of our
DINNER & SHOW
PACKAGES
DECEMBER RESTAURANT SPECIAL - Roast Turkey
Roast Turkey Breast, Herb and Asparagus Risotto and Cranberry.
Main course only - $25.00 ea
Restaurant bookings call: 3229 3283
BOOK CLUB - Tuesday 2nd 10.00am
Resumes Tuesday 3rd February 2015. Pre selected books and interesting discussions.
New Members always welcome. December book: “The Rosie Project” - Graeme Simsion.
February book: “By Its Cover” - Donna Leon. Set in Venice, this is the much anticipated twenty
third instalment in her bestselling crime series.
Contact coordinator - Annemarie Blunderfield: [email protected]
BRISBANE BUSINESS NEWS BREAKFAST SERIES -
ALL INCLUSIVE
(ticket/Club dinner &
drinks/ return transport)
* Minimum group numbers
apply
Dirty Dancing
(Musical)
Wednesday 3rd 7.00am
Guest speaker: GLEN RICHARDS - GREENCROSS LIMITED.
This Business breakfast series will be offered again in 2015 on the following dates: 25/3, 24/6,
23/9, 2/12. Keep a look out for announcements of our special guest speakers.
CLUB CHRISTMAS DINNER - Wednesday 10th
Featuring special guests: The Australian Girls Choir.
A polo club tradition in which we celebrate the coming of Christmas with family and loved ones.
Traditional three course Christmas dinner and beverage package. Santa will visit too with gifts for
the little ones. TIME: 6.30-9.30pm COST: $129.00pp Adults/$98.00pp 12-17 years/$35.00pp
under 12 years (kids menu) RSVP CLOSES: Fri 5th *minimum numbers apply.
ESTEE LAUDER SHOPPING NIGHT - Tuesday 16th
Members and guests welcome.
Our Corporate partners from Estee Lauder Corporate Store throw open their doors tonight for this
invite only shopping opportunity for last minute Christmas gifts and cosmetics from 4.00-7.30pm
RSVP NUMBERS BY: Fri 12th
Date: Wed 24th June 2015
Price: $194pp (A reserve
seats - adult) or
$184.00pp (concession)
RSVP closes: 11th March
Anything Goes
(Musical)
MEMBERS MONTHLY LUNCH - Friday 19th
Our final lunch for 2014, so let’s make it a big one! Book in for this casual business networking
lunch and enjoy meeting a diverse and interesting mix of people. Guest pianist in the bar
Date: Wednesday 29th July 2015
performing from 5-8pm, so we encourage you to take the afternoon off! TIME: 12.00 COST: $32.50pp
Price: $231.00pp (Premium seats)
MENU: Christmas inspired Main course/Cheese *Drinks to own account. RSVP: Thurs 18th
RSVP closes: 13th March
PIANO MUSIC IN THE BAR - Friday 19th
Drop in for a festive drink or two before dinner and enjoy live piano music. For your enjoyment
this evening on this last Friday before holidays we have talented young pianist Sean Ross.
TIME: 5.00-8.00pm Complimentary canapés served from 6-7pm.
To assist with catering Members are reminded to confirm attendance. Guests welcome.
PLEASE NOTE: RSVP is Required for all Member Events
RSVP: Required for all Member Events. Guests welcome to all events with the exception of
Member for Member lunch.
MINIMUM NUMBERS: *Our Member events require a minimum number of sales to
proceed. Should this not be reached the event may be cancelled or postponed.
CANCELLATIONS: Events planned where an external ticket has been purchased (ie
Theatre/ Polo tickets) cannot be refunded. You may send someone in your place.
For regular events - 48 hours notice of cancellation is required. No shows and cancellations
on the day will incur full charges.
Phone: 07 3229 3766
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Fax: 07 3229 5207
Restaurant Reservations: 07 3229 3283
CONTACT US
TODAY TO RESERVE
YOUR SEATS
Function Enquiries: 07 3229 3287
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MEMBER NEWS
NEW MEMBERS - A WARM WELCOME TO YOU
Captain Blake Simmons - 2nd/14th Light Horse Regiment
Martin Rogalski - Turner Freeman Lawyers
David Wu - Golden Vision Retail
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
DEAN WEISS - Cutting Edge Performance Centre
About Company: Much like the Polo Club we are a private and exclusive club,
with a little personal training thrown in. We are not just a “gym” and like to think
we are the anti gym that offers a higher end personalised service. Our clients are
able to allocate a small part of their busy lives to invest in themselves and in return
receive real quantifiable results.
Hobbies: Spear fishing, mountain biking, skydiving, cooking, motorbikes, skiing and fishing.
Favourite Drink: Red wine.
Favourite holiday destination: This term is foreign to me, but I would love to go to Japan for a ski season.
Secret skill: I can move my head like I have a toupée.
Why do I enjoy the club? I love the atmosphere the community within the club, each time I come I meet
someone new and always get a chance to chat to someone I met previously.
A Polo Club tip for new members? Use the club to its potential, I wish I had more time to come hang out in the
bar with fellow Members John Allen, Katie Richards and everyone.
HAVE YOU BEEN USING YOUR DINING CREDITS
Perpetual Members, don’t forget about your July Dining credit - Valid until 24th
December 2014. In order to deliver real value benefit and provide Perpetual
Members the opportunity to visit the Club more often, upon payment of annual
fees a Restaurant/ Bar dining credit is applied to your account in both July and
January. Amount varies dependant on Member category. (6 month expiry, use it or lose it). Make a booking with the Restaurant today - 3229 3283.
LETTER OF INTRODUCTION - Reciprocal Clubs
Planning a trip around Australia or Overseas this Christmas?
With an extensive network of Reciprocal Clubs around the world, you as a Member have the
great opportunity to visit these amazing destinations. Simply give us a call or send an email
before Friday 19th December to arrange your LETTER OF INTRODUCTION.
You can find the Reciprocal Club listing on our website, or contact Member Services
on: 07 3229 3766.
2015 MEMBER BIRTHDAY OFFER
Look out for your 2015 E-birthday card sent out 2 weeks before your
birthday.
Members will receive 1 COMPLIMENTARY MAIN COURSE when making
a booking in the restaurant for two or more anytime during your birthday
month.
*Note: Members must have a valid email address to receive this.
Trading Hours Breakfast Monday to Friday 7am-11am - Lunch from 12 noon - Dinner Wednesday to Friday from 6pm - Bookings preferred
Phone: 07 3229 3766
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Fax: 07 3229 5207
Restaurant Reservations: 07 3229 3283
Function Enquiries: 07 3229 3287
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OUT AND ABOUT
You’ve been snapped! October activities
Melbourne Cup Day
Christmas Wreath Workshop
Young Members Bar 1888
Champagne Masterclass
Celebrating
25
Years
2015 is our 25th birthday and we want to celebrate with you!
On the 4th June 2015 the Brisbane Polo Club proudly
celebrates 25 years and we have plenty of special things
planned for our Members throughout the year, including a
black tie Ball on Saturday 13th June.
A not to be missed occasion.
Look out for the 2015 passport of 25 events which will be
sent by post and includes an array of exciting experiences
including the return of our much loved Masterclass series,
VIP dinners, Penfolds wines, Louis Roederer, Torbrek,
Halloween Masquerade Party and more ...
Trading Hours Breakfast Monday to Friday 7am-11am - Lunch from 12 noon - Dinner Wednesday to Friday from 6pm - Bookings preferred
Phone: 07 3229 3766
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Fax: 07 3229 5207
Restaurant Reservations: 07 3229 3283
Function Enquiries: 07 3229 3287
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