September2012 Newsletter

THE EURASIAN

SEPTEMBER 2012 VOL 31 ISSUE 6

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Next month’s Sunday lunch is on the 9th of

September and we’re back at the Redcliffe

Community Centre for our big FATHER’S DAY

celebration. You MUST bring your dads’ and

granddads’ along….we may even have a game

or two planned for them!!!

We also have our Spring Dance, themed,

”Back to the 50’s”, all organised for the 22nd

of September. If the last dance is anything to

go by, please get your tickets early!!!! Details

can be found inside or speak to anyone on the

Management Committee. Ticket sales will

close as soon as we hit close our 250 pax

target!

Our next Community Services Forum comes

on straight after the lunch on 9th September. I

have been assured that this next topic will be

even more reverting than the previous and

should not be missed. Please look inside the

newsletter for all the details.

Finally, September marks 6 months since we

commenced our new Management

Committee. I want to take this opportunity to

thank my committee for all the hard work and

time they have put into the EA. I also want to

say that it has been a pleasure to be able to

serve you, our members, and we will continue

to work even harder to achieve the goals we

set ourselves at the start. We ask you to please

continue to give us your support as we

embark on our journey for a better and

happier AEAWA. Please join our Facebook

page (Australian Eurasian Association of WA)

or check out our website www.aeawa.asn.au

Chad

Hello, Selamat, Nǐ hǎo, Kamusta,

Namaste, Vanakkam, Goede

dag, Olá, G’day … I think is how

‘hello’ is said in some of the

many languages that we as

Eurasians might be associated

with.

We celebrated International Day on a very wet

and windy August Sunday with around 190

people braving the weather. Some members

were smartly dressed in their Kebayas, Baju

Kurung and Baju Melayu. Thank you for the

wonderful effort. You all looked great!

As usual the food and drinks were delightful

and it complimented the wonderful music of

Flashback (Jim D’Oliverio, Winston Walters,

Derrick Holmes & Chad Beins with the help of

Harvey Fitzgerald), an interlude of guitar

mastery from Brian Leicester & Mario Conier

and the highlight of the afternoon must have

surely been the resounding singalong ably led

by Uncle Horace Sta Maria. Thank you so much

for your help cooks, helpers & entertainers!!!

But wait there’s more…after the lunch, a group

of 50 members made their way to AMF

Cannington for a couple of games of ten pin

bowling. Hidden talents were revealed as pride

was at stake for some. Then, in true Eurasian

style, the very long day ended at Spencer

Village for around 35 members who kicked on

for the celebratory dinner and prize giving. For

more details please look inside the newsletter.

Great job Graeme Mitchell & Margaret

Chowdhurie!

Chad Beins —President

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Let’s celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday 9th September

Join us for great food & entertainment

MENU

Chicken Rice

Mee Rebus

Koh-Loh Mee

Beef Curry & Rice

Side Dishes

Ngoh Hiang Chwee Kuey

Assorted cakes

Menu subject to change

Regular Sunday Lunches

Venue : 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.

aeawa.asn.au THE EURASIAN

Sunday Lunch 2

News & Changes 3

Community Services Notice 4

E.G.M. Notice 4

President’s Visit to EA Singapore 5

International Day Photos 6

Ten Pin Bowling Photos 7

Spring Dance, Gig Guide &

Sports

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Seniors Report & Future Outings 9

Members Affairs 10

Business Classifieds & Notices 11

Our Calendar 12

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

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PRE-PAID LUNCH VOUCHERS

To serve the lunches faster, purchase a pre-

paid lunch voucher. This is how it works:

When you arrive you get a numbered

ticket as usual.

You then purchase a lunch voucher at

the entrance, currently $6 (half price for

over 80’s). You may also purchase a

side dish voucher.

When your number is called, present

your numbered ticket plus the voucher

at the kitchen and get your meal.

(N.B: One ticket = one main meal + side dish).

A gentle plea - please have the correct amount

handy to save us running out of change.

In the unfortunate event that we run out of all

meals, we will refund your money.

Raffle 1st Prize of $25 - Valerie Whittaker 2nd Prize of $15 - Paul Yap 3rd Prize of $10 - Joyce Thompson

Member’s Draw

Specials for our

over 80s and 90s

Members aged over 80

will be given 50% off the cost

of their main meal.

Members over 90 years

will receive their main meal free

AND get table service.

For the first name drawn

So be there to win it!!

The winner of the $40 was not present. The $30 winner left the hall moments

before his name was drawn and never returned. Hence, that $30 will be given

away t o anot her lucky mem-ber this month in addition to the $40.

9th December 2012

11 a.m. to 2.00 p.m.

Venue : Redcliffe Community Centre Annexe (adjacent to the hall) Cost : Members only - $20 per child

Member grandparents are entitled to register one grandchild at $20

Please keep an eye out in the next newsletter for registration forms.

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Notice is hereby given that an EGM will

be convened during the September

luncheon to accept the financial state-

ment carried over from the last AGM.

At the AGM, the Auditor was satisfied

that the accounts balanced, but needed

clarification from the Treasurer on some

minor issues. However, with the Treas-

urer being overseas at the time, it was

decided by those present at the AGM

that the financial statement be held over

pending the Treasurer’s return. The Audi-

tor is now satisfied that all is in order.

Please note that the delay is due to cir-

cumstances beyond the control of the

current management committee, and

brought about by the Treasurer being on

vacation during the AGM, and the Audi-

tor engaged in other duties since the re-

turn of the Treasurer.

In view of the timing of the Auditor’s fi-

nal report, the management committee

has decided to waive the 14 day EGM

notice requirement, as the acceptance of

the financial statement is a formal re-

quirement. All issues relating to the bal-

ance sheet were cleared up at the AGM

so there should be no delay in accepting

the accounts. It is expected that the EGM

will take about 10 minutes, and be of mi-

nor disruption to an anticipated enjoy-

able afternoon.

Brian Leicester - Secretary

Community Services

Notice Board

Financial Counselling Talk

This talk will cover information on the fol-

lowing areas :-

Budgeting information.

What concessions and subsidies are

available from Centrelink and the W.A.

State Government.

How to reduce your debt through debt

negotiation and/or consolidation.

Information on “non-interest” or “low in-

terest” loans for household items, cars,

etc.

Come to the AEAWA Free

Community Services Talk!!!

There is the opportunity to ask more ques-

tions on a one to one basis with the speaker

who is experienced in such financial matters

and have a wealth of knowledge to share.

The speaker is from the Financial

Counsellors Association of W.A. Date & Time : Immediately after the Sunday

Lunch on 9 September 2012

from 2.00 pm to 3.00 pm

Place : Redcliffe Community Hall

(current lunch venue)

Organised by the Community Services

Team, AEAWA

Kevin, Gary & Jim

Email: community [email protected]

Mobile: 040044882 (Kevin)

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Chad


Visit to EA Singapore & SRC

On my recent visit to Singapore, I had

the opportunity to meet with the Presi-

dent, Benett Theseira, 2nd Vice President,

Yvonne Pereira and 2 committee mem-

bers Francesca Eber and Michelle Tessen-

sohn from the EA Management Commit-

tee in Singapore. I was given a tour of

their beautiful premises, EA House, be-

fore we sat for a casual conversation over

a light meal.

It was very interesting that although our

associations vary drastically by age, mem-

bership and expenditure, yet we faced

strikingly similar concerns namely Youth

participation, an ageing membership and

a stronger push for Community Services

(NB. we are soon to turn 25, while they

are heading for their 100th Anniversary

shortly and our membership & expendi-

ture is significantly dwarfed by their

3,500 members and a financial annual

budget of around of S$1.5 million).

We parted company after a short ex-

change of ideas but not before a hand of

friendship and a warm invitation was ex-

tended by both EA’s for ALL members to

With Benett Theseira

(President EA S’pore)

freely participate in all activities organ-

ised in Singapore and Perth.

Yvonne Pereira then gave me a very

gracious invite to visit the Singapore

Recreation Club (SRC) where I was

given an exciting tour of their magnifi-

cent premises and met with their Gen-

eral Manager, Dr. Abdul Rashid, Vice

President, Capt Francis Koh, Resident

Manager, Duncan Roberts and our last

remaining Eurasian representative on

the SRC Committee, Terence Shepherd-

son, who made me feel very welcomed.

I am extremely grateful to both organi-

sations for their unsurpassed hospitality,

challenging exchange of ideas and gen-

erous offers made to our members. I

hope for a lasting and happy relation-

ship for the mutual benefit of all our

members. Thank You all for a wonderful

time!

At the SRC in S’pore

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Friendship at its Best

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The Ten Pin Bowling was held after the

August Lunch at Cannington Bowls.

A BIG thank you to Margaret Chowdhurie

for organising the lanes and CHEAP cost

for the 2 games and shoe hire.

After the July Lunch 14 names appeared

on the Bowling list, 33 players ended up

bowling on the day – THANK YOU!!

Well, I think a good time was had by all, bowlers and spectators (thank you for coming

and supporting us). There were lots of laughter and “Hi-5’s” happening – and consumption

of little CHOCOLATE spot prizes.

After the event the majority headed off to ‘Spencer’s Village’ to refuel the tanks.

With ‘Tummies’ full again some prizes were given out to the top scorers –

Congratulations to :

Youth section 1st Teneille 2nd Joshua 3rd Liam

Ladies 1st Margaret 2nd Joan 3rd Shoshanna

Men 1st Philip 2nd Kevin G 3rd Mike C

*Last names have been left out to protect the innocent

Thank you to all, until next time.....Graeme

Ten Pin Bowling

12 August 2012

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As part of our community service to the association and if you are looking

for a good night out why not come and support our talented musicians!

Fridays Soul Corporation - Moon & Sixpence U2ME - Woodbridge Hotel Passionworks—North Ale House

Mirrabooka 8.30 p.m. till midnight

Saturdays Soul Corporation - Universal Bar

Sundays Klassworks - Maylands Peninsular

Golf Club 5.30 till 8.30pm Passionworks—Morley Ale House Walter Road 2.00 till 5.30 p.m. Krystel – Nollamara Sports Club 16th Sept, 21st Oct, 18th Nov, 16th Dec.

Back to the

Dance

Saturday 22nd September

7.30pm – Midnight

Beckenham Community Centre

53-63 Streatham St Beckenham

Featuring: FLASHBACK &

D.J. – A.G.E.

For tickets phone: 0410 478 334

Members $15

Non – Members $20

BYO Drinks & Snacks

Golf Next month’s weekend away golf will be shelved due to low numbers and HIGH accommodation prices. I’ll try and t/up an ‘A’ grade course instead

for the 30th Sept (tentatively at “The Cut” golf course)

For details please contact Graeme Mitchell (0403 336 899)

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Seniors Report

...not just for seniors

...but for all members &

Friends

Coming Events

Melbourne Cup Date : 6 November 2012 Time : T.B.A

A coach has been booked and pick-up points will be at the Belmont Shire parking and Morley Infant Jesus.

Alcoa Plant Tour at Pinjarra Combined with a picnic lunch

Date : T.B.A. (to coincide with Seniors Week

11th to 15th November 2012)

Week-End-Away Date : 1st to 3rd March 2013

Venue : Kerrilly Park Farm-Stay Cot-tages (between Busselton and Margaret River). An expres-sion of interest notice will be displayed at the September Lunch, so if interested please register.

Cost : T.B.A. God Bless and see you at the October lunch. The Seniors Committee will be organizing the Menu for the October Sunday Lunch.

Joan Reincastle


Happy Father’s Day to all Dads & Grand-dads!

Hi All “Spring” is here! Enjoy a breath of fresh air and admire all the beautiful flowers all around. Stay positive! We’ll miss the fun of the September Lunch, as Charles and I will be cruising the Baltic and Transatlantic Seas. Dinner at Bentley TAFE Date : Thursday 18 October 2012 Venue : Bentley Pines Restaurant Cost : $28.00 per person, includes beer,

wine and soft drinks. Time : 6.30 pm for a sharp 7.00 pm start Good News There will be a rebate of $3.00 each for fi-nancial members. This has been approved by the Management Committee. Those who have registered, please pay your $25.00 at the September Sunday Lunch to secure your seat. Currently 41 have regis-tered, and if you are interested, register at the 9th September Sunday Lunch.

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To become a new member obtain an ap-

plication form from the Management Committee or from the net - aeawa.asn.au.

To renew your membership, please post

the form below with your cheque.

Payment (either cheque or cash) can also be handed at our Sunday Lunch .

Pay directly to AEAWA

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)

Fees for 2012

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

Members Affairs

Charles Reincastle

to our new members : Lisa & Andrew Anderson

Darren & Louise Noronha

James & Tess De’Souza

MEMBERS RENEWAL FORM

Name(s) ……………………………………………………………………………… Address ………………………………………………………………………….…. Amount $ ........................................................ Membership No ……………………………. Send this form to AEAWA Members Affairs PO Box 875, Cloverdale WA 6105

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Business Classifieds

THERMOMIX Thermomix TM31is the most advanced kitchen appliance on the market today! Contact Hellen Tay for your own in-home cooking demonstration. Ph: 9450 4381 Mob: 0414 340 947 or [email protected] INFINITE FINANCE AUSTRALIA Let us assess your current loan to ensure that it isn’t costing you more than it should. Call Troy Quintal 0415 764 672 for all your finance needs (CRN 399480) Office ph: 9382 1125 [email protected] D&L LINTELS For all your Structural Steel Solutions. Suppliers of Galvanised, Dimet & Duplex coated. Call David Mikaere 9356 1797 or 0438 661 739 Keith & Angie’s Dance Classes Why not add another dimension to your social life and learn to waltz, rhumba, cha-cha, rnr and slow rhythm. Call 9207 2819 or 0419 907 960. Prepare2Drive – Automatic Driving Lessons Fully qualified, friendly and patient driving instructor. Automatic vehicle with power-steering & dual controls. Price covers one full hour with pick up and return. Call 0418 237483 now to book.

PlaneTorque Australia Pty Ltd

An aviation consulting company providing a range of technical, administrative and logistical services. Visit : www.ptaaus.com.au Contact Alan Jupp on 93774669 Learn to Dance! Beginner Ballroom and Latin dance course at the Maylands Golf Club commencing Sunday 1 July 2012 from 4:30 – 5:30pm before the band starts!

For bookings, call Basil or Clara on 0478 616 766 or at [email protected] $90 per person for a six week course. Plus get $5 off your meal! Singles welcome. Limited numbers, so book early.


We express our deepest condolences to Angela Hoosen on the passing of her mother Gladys in Malaysia.

The Management Committee en-

courages and welcomes construc-

tive feedback from members. All

signed suggestions will be re-

sponded in writing.

SUGGESTION

BOX

Letters to

the Editor

If you have some interesting news or

things to celebrate, please write to:

P O Box 875

CLOVERDALE WA 6105 OR

email : [email protected]

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YOUR MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

President Chad Beins 0402 113 897

Vice President Kevin De’Souza 0400 044 882

Secretary Brian Leicester 0419 944 323

Treasurer Carol Richards 0411 812 981

Seniors Joan Reincastle 0419 906 719

Member’s Affairs Charles Reincastle 92769439

Catering Margaret Chowdhurie 0403 179 505

Catering Sue James 93321294

Functions Kay Klass 0410 478 334

Sports & Games Graeme Mitchell 0403 336 899

Sunday Lunch Derrick Holmes 0409 119 387

Sunday Lunch Gary Aviet 0413 240 429

Please contact any one of the Committee if you have any questions or ideas.

We are always happy to hear from you!


Sep Oct Nov Dec Sun 9th

11 am Father’s Day

Sunday Lunch

Sun 14th 11 am

Seniors Sunday Lunch

Sun 11th 11 am

Remembrance Day Sunday Lunch

Sun 2nd X’mas Tea Dance

3—7 pm Redcliffe Hall

Sun 9th 2– 3 pm

Community Services Talk

Thurs 18th 6.30 pm

Dinner at Bentley TAFE

Sun 25th Sports/Golf Picnic

Sun 9th 11 am

Sunday Lunch including

Children’s Xmas Party

Sat 22nd 7.30 pm

Spring Dance

Sun 30th Golf (T.B.A.)

OUR

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