Annual Report 2006 - 2007

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4 DiningGuide

8 AdoptaSchool

8 GraduateCooksAwards

9 CareersandEmployment

10 FamiliarFaces

12 GamingPromotions

14 FreeKidsMovies

14 KidsParties

15 ChristmasGiveaway

15 FestiveFlavours

15 ChristmasCashcade

16 EventsandEntertainment

18 ChristmasShows

18 SpecialEvents

20 Functions

21 KidsEntertainment

22 06-07AnnualReport

22 Patron’sMessage

23 President’sReport

24 ChiefMinister’sMessage

25 CEO’sReport

26 HealthandFitnessCentre

27 Director’sReport

34 Financials

44 AGMDetails

45 NominationsforDirectors

46 TheBoardofDirectors

47 ClubContactDetails

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Proud Winners Awards �007• Responsible Gaming Award • Club Dining: Functions Award (Under 200) Southern Cross Yacht Club • Club Dining Award: Southern Cross Restaurant and Cocktail Bar

• Outstanding Service Award: Adrian Caddy

Commendations:• Club Development: Southern

Cross Yacht Club• Community Assistance Award

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Departs from the Yacht Club at 3pm daily

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Departs from the Yacht Club at 10am on Thursdays

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Thursday 27 Sep and Friday 5 Oct3 course menu12noon-2.30pm$55 non members | $50 membersDeparts from Regatta Point

Bookings essential – 6273 1784

Please call to confirm all cruise schedules

The mv Southern Cross is also available to hire for private functions (see functions on page 20).

Member’s Info ServiceBe the first to hear about new offers, entertainment, promotions and last minute specials via email.

Register for the Members Info Service at www.cscc.com.au by Wednesday 31/10/07 and receive a $10 Peppercress or Southern Cross Restaurant Voucher. Terms and conditions apply. Voucher not issued to members

with email address already registered.

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Daily 8am – Dusk

Open to the PublicDiscounts for Seniors and Southern Cross Club Members

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$8 after 5pm during daylight savings (equipment hire extra)

Yamba Sports Club - 6232 5494Irving St Phillip

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Dining GuideWant $�0 OFF every time you dine?Become a VIP card holder and every time you spend $100 at the Southern Cross Restaurant and Cocktail Bar, Woden and Peppercress Restaurant, Tuggeranong you will receive $20 OFF.VIP members enjoy great discounts, promotions and events.Terms and conditions apply. Lunch Special and Set menus excluded from the $100 spend.

BECOME A VIP!Dine at Peppercress or Southern Cross Restaurant and Cocktail Bar before Wednesday 31/10/07, present this voucher and receive your VIP CARD.Terms and conditions apply. Members only promotion.

VIP CARD$20 OFFat the Southern Cross Restaurant and Cocktail Bar Woden & Peppercress Restaurant and Bar TuggeranongExpires 31 January 2008Issued subject to terms and conditions

Discover why Victor and his team won the 2007 Clubs ACT Best Restaurant Award.

The Southern Cross Restaurant and Cocktail Bar provides members and guests with a fine dining experience in the heart of Woden.

Located upstairs at Woden, patrons have the option to dine outdoors on the northerly facing deck, an ideal choice in the warmer months.

Lunch Special2 courses ONLY $26 pp

Trading HoursLunch: Tuesday - Friday 12noon - 2pmDinner: Tuesday - Saturday from 6pmBar: Open for pre dinner drinks from 5pm

BOOKINGS 6283 7200

Golden GrilleAfter almost 25 years the Golden Grille Restaurant and Salad Bar is still the bench mark for all club bistros in the ACT.

With menu options to suit the whole family and affordable prices the Golden Grille still offers the best value family dining experience in the Woden Valley.

Henry’s Family Restaurant at Woden offers a great escape for children and parents alike. With a soft play apparatus for the 0-5 year olds and an amusement machine area with free play stations for the older kids, Henry’s is the perfect venue for a fun, family lunch or dinner.

Cross CaféThere is a great selection of sandwiches, salads, sweet treats and espresso coffee available from 9am till late every day from the Cross Café.

Woden

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Peppercress has quickly established itself as one of the Tuggeranong Valleys finest restaurants. It is the perfect venue for any occasion and caters for group bookings with set menus.

If you haven’t experienced Peppercress yet call 6293 7200 to make your booking tonight.

Trading HoursTuesday to Saturday from 6pm

BOOKINGS 6293 7200

Valley GrilleAffordable value for money bistro style dining. The Valley Grille provides meals to satisfy the whole family from light snacks to hearty steaks!

$7 Lunches Tuesday to FridaySelect from the special blackboard menu

Opening HoursLunch and Dinner: 7 DaysBreakfast: Sunday only

Valley Carvery$10.50 Regular

$12.50 Large

Buffet style carvery with a choice of premium roast meats, selected seasonal vegetables and condiments.

Trading HoursLunch and Dinner 7 Days

Cross CafeOffering value for money light meals, gourmet snacks, cakes, pastries, coffees and dessert. Everyday from 10am until late at night.

Tunz of FunThis enclosed children’s amusement machine area and climbing apparatus allows you to watch your children having fun while you enjoy a meal or drink in the Valley Grille or the Cross Cafe & Bar. Birthday Party packages are available on Saturdays and Sundays. Call reception on 6293 7200 for more information.

Tuggeranong

View menus at www.cscc.com.au

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Nestled on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin the Lotus Bay Restaurant is the perfect location for an indulgent meal.

Fortunate enough to be one of the few restaurants with exceptional views of Lake Burley Griffin, the National Museum, Black Mountain Tower and Lotus Bay, the Restaurant offers a variety of modern Australian cuisine.

Executive Chef David Seymour has tailored the menu to suit the beautiful location and out look over the lake.

Patrons have the option to dine outdoors on the balcony or patio area, or of course indoors in temperature controlled comfort.

With appealing, high quality a-la-carte meals and excellent service, all in a formal yet relaxed atmosphere, the Lotus Bay Restaurant is a must for visitors and residents of Canberra.

Trading HoursBreakfast: Sunday 9 - 11amLunch: Daily 12 - 2pmDinner: Daily 6 - 9pm

BOOKINGS 6273 1784

Seafood platter for two

Lotus Bay Restaurant

Lunch and Dinner CruisesSoft music, fine cuisine, an elegant ambience and wonderful views of Canberra reflecting on the waters of Lake Burley Griffin transforms a lunch or dinner cruise into the ultimate dining experience!

Sunday Lunch – 12noon – 2.30pmThursday Dinner – 7 – 10pm

Bookings Essential 6273 1784Full payment is required at time of booking.

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Gluten Free FoodThe Southern Cross Club in conjunction with the Coeliac Society - Canberra Area Support Group held Canberra’s first Gluten Free Food Fair and Coeliac Information Day on Saturday 10th March 2007.

It is estimated that over 4000 people attended the fair. The sheer numbers demonstrated to the Club what an important issue gluten free food is to the community.

The Southern Cross Club caters for members that prefer a diet free from gluten by providing;

• Gluten free gravy, mushroom, pepper and Diane sauces at the Golden Grille (Woden) along with gluten free sausages and some casseroles and soups.

• Gluten free options in the Southern Cross Restaurant and Cocktail Bar (Woden)

include; gluten free pasta, gluten free bread and gluten free desserts.

• Almost 70% of the Peppercress Restaurant (Tuggeranong) menu is suitable for a gluten free diet. Members and guest should just discuss their requirements with the service staff.

• The Valley Grille has a selection of gluten free dishes just ask for the gluten free menu at the counter.

• Gluten free items on the menu at the Lotus Bay Restaurant.

Our Chefs are always happy to modify dishes for those with a gluten free diet.

Members are advised to always specify they require a gluten free meal when ordering.

Our functions department is also happy to cater gluten free with prior notice.

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At the Yamba Sports Club

OPEN 9:30am to 8:30pm Daily

Espresso coffee from ONLY $2.70

Why not grab a quick health meal or coffee after your work out at the Southern Cross Health Club.

Large range of snacks, sweet treats, gourmet sandwiches & rolls, light meals, fresh & healthy salads, main meals, espresso coffees and herbal teas.

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Adopt a SchoolThe objectives of the Australian Governments Adopt a School programme is to get businesses involved in school-based learning, and students involved in work-based learning. Through the programme, students gain real experience, learn about career opportunities and find out about the kinds of skills employers are looking for.

This year the Southern Cross Club adopted St Clare’s as part of this programme. This partnership culminated in a Charity Dinner being held on Wednesday 19th September at the Top of the Cross. Girls from the school worked in positions in the kitchen and front of house. The school selected Fr. Frank Jones Latin American Mission Fund to receive the funds raised at the dinner. A great night was had by all who attended and the St Clare’s girls got fabulous insite into the hospitality industry.

September 2006 saw the 20th Anniversary of the Southern Cross Club Graduate Cooks Awards. The Awards are the pre-eminent competition for graduating students who have completed Certificate III in Commercial Cookery in the National Capital and surrounding areas.

For the second year the Graduate Cooks Award also included awards for service staff and acknowledgement of their contribution to the industry.

The 20th Anniversary motto “Twenty years of encouragement and reward” sums up exactly what the Award is all about. Each year students vie for one of three valuable

awards that not only give them major recognition of their achievements in their final year but a learning experience that puts them in the top echelon of young chefs emerging in the industry.

High profile guests like Serge Dansereau and Peter and Margaret Lehmann attended the 20th Anniversary dinner, providing their invaluable experience and knowledge to the eager students.

The 20th Anniversary of the Award was an important milestone for such a prominent industry event and for the Southern Cross Club. The 21st awards dinner will take place on the 22nd of October this year.

Graduate Cooks Awards

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Careers & Employment The Canberra Southern Cross Club has enjoyed a solid performance over the last year and the contribution of our employees is at the very heart of this result. The Club’s ability to deliver quality products and services to our Members relies on our ability to maintain a committed and skilled workforce.

Across the hospitality industry, employers face new challenges as we deal with a shortage of skilled employees, especially in the areas of Kitchen staff (Chefs and Apprentices) and Operational Managers (Duty Managers, Supervisors and Venue Managers).

The Club’s goal over the coming year must be to continue to recruit the best applicants, retain our existing valuable employees, engage our workforce and develop the skills of all our employees, for the health of our business and the benefit of our Members.

The Club has always taken a pro-active approach to the development of its employees and is proud of those employees that have worked their way up through the ranks to senior management positions. Over the last year the Club has offered full-time 12-month industry traineeships for Certificate III in Hospitality and this program should see a new generation of managers coming through the ranks.

These traineeships are part of an ongoing program to see entry level employees given a taste of all areas of the Club’s operations before moving onto more specialised management training in a particular department. The program that has been set up is especially suited to school-leavers, but is also a worthwhile introduction for more mature employees looking to get a start in the hospitality or club industry.

The Club is always on the lookout for people committed to a career in hospitality, if you would like to enquire about our recruitment process and current vacancies, please visit www.cscc.com.au or contact the HR Department on (02) 6283 7200.

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Familiar Faces The Southern Cross Club has been part of the Canberra community for some 35 years. The Club also has a long history as an employer of choice in the ACT.

We would like to recognise the following 11 staff who have over 15 years service with the Club.

Lynda Wade – Entertainment & Members Service Officer

Lynda has worked at the Woden venue for 27 years. Starting as a waiter, Lynda has done everything from Payroll to Memberships. She is the face of Woden Reception and has been our Entertainment and Member Services Officer for over 15 years.

Kay Barrs – Memberships Assistant

Beginning in Functions over 23 years ago, Kay has worked in the Golden Grille and at Reception before moving to Administration about 12 years ago. Recently Kay has moved into a new position as Memberships Assistant.

Raija Johnson – Golden Grille

Raija joined the Southern Cross team back in 1985 and for 22 years she has served our members in the Golden Grille.

Garry Spokes – Maintenance Manager

Garry left a career in retail to join the Club 21 years ago. He started as a casual Bar and Golden Grille attendant in 1986. He then became the Assets Officer before moving into his current role as Maintenance Manager in 1988.

Janelle Patten - Office Manager/Accountant

With almost 20 years at the Club, Janelle has also moved around the Club. Starting in Functions in 1987 she also worked in Stores and Bookings before moving into Administration where she is now the Office Manager.

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Linda Kirkpatrick – Café Melrose

Linda has worked part time at the Yamba Sports Club for over 18 years. She has seen the Club go through many changes and currently works at Café Melrose.

Josephine Azzopardi – Golden Grille

Jo first began with the Club in 1986 before leaving for a few years, she then returned to the Club in 1989 and has been in the Golden Grille for the past 18 years.

Paul McRae – Duty Manager

In 1991 Paul joined the Southern Cross Club’s Kitchen staff and has moved up through the ranks to Duty Manager. Over the past 16 years he has worked at both Woden and Tuggeranong.

Mona Thomas – Café Melrose

Mona started with the Southern Cross Club 15 years ago and currently works at Café Melrose at the Yamba Sports Club.

Marianna Norgrove – Golden Grille

Moving from a local hotel to the Southern Cross Club over 15 years ago, Marianna has been part of the Golden Grille team since 1992.

Gus Sorrentino – Venue Manager, Tuggeranong

Gus has had over 15 years service at the Club. Like many of the senior managers, Gus has worked in all facets of the Club and is now Venue Manager at the Tuggeranong Venue.

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Gaming Promotions

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Have you earned Bonus Points?Did you know that the Canberra Southern Cross Club is the first Club to offer members triple the value of their bonus points for food and beverage purchases?See reception for more information.

Swipe your membership card at the reward centre at both Tuggeranong and Woden for your chance to WIN 500 food and beverage bonus points.

importantnoticePlease remember to change your pin number at the reward centre. Changing your pin is the only way to secure your bonus points

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PLUS KEY TO CA$H JACKPOT$1,000-$10,000

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$1,000-$10,000To enter:Play the gaming machines in the specified times or swipe your membership card during these times:

Thursday - Enter between 1-3pm Draws start 3pm

Friday - Enter between 7.30-9.30pm Draws start 9.30pm

Sunday - Enter between 4-6pm Draws start 6pm

Winners select their key to unlock a cash prize. See reception for game rules

BingohasneverbeensoSupermorewaystowinupto$50,000

10winnERSeverysessionSpin the bingo balls to win a cash prize and receive your bingo card

Wednesday Barrel out at 6:30pm Draws start 8:30pm

To enter:Play the gaming machines with your card inserted in the console everyday between 12noon and Midnight. Tickets must be redeemed at reward centre and placed in the barrel. Members can also earn a ticket by swiping their card at the reward centre on the night of the draw between 6:30pm – 8:30pm.

WodenDouble Up Wheel

Every winner has the chance to double their prize.New time from 2nd October

Tuesday Enter between 1-3pm Draws start 3pm

Enter between 6-8pm Draws start 8pm

To enter play the gaming machines with your card inserted in the console or swipe your membership card at the reward centre.

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Gaming PromotionsTuggeranongWoden

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Thursday Barrel opens 6pm Draws start 8pmFriday Barrel opens 7pm Draws start 9pm

Each winner present wins $60 as well as entry into the BIG MONEY III draw.To enter, play the gaming machines with your membership card in the console from 10am – 9pm daily.

PLuSGrabaBallBonus$100-$2,000Sunday3-5pm

See reception for game rules

win$1000inStAntLYFriday Enter between 6-8pm

Draws start 8pmSunday Enter between 3-5pm

Draws start 5pmTo enter play the gaming machine with your membership card in the console or swipe your membership card at the reward centre.

Double Up WheelEvery winner has the chance to double their prize.

Tuesday Enter between 6-8pm Draws start 8pm

Wednesday Enter between 6-8pm Draws start 8pm


win$1000inStAntLY!

Wednesday WheelEnter between 1-3pm, Draws start 3pm


Yamba

win$500inStAntLY

Returns5thoctoberFriday Enter between 3-5pm

Draws start 5pm

To enter play the gaming machine with your membership card in the console or swipe your membership card at the reward centre.

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Meat & Beer RafflesWoden Fri 6.30pm & Sun 4.30pmTuggeranong Thurs & Fri 7pm & Sun 3pmYamba Friday 6.30pmYacht Club Sunday 6pm

WIN Christmas Turkey’s and Ham’s in the raffles from Thursday 6th of December.

Happy Hour Woden 5.30pm - 6.30pm Sunday to ThursdayTuggeranong 5pm - 6pm 7DaysYamba 5pm - 6pm Sunday to ThursdayYacht Club 5pm - 6pm Sunday to Thursday

Free Kids

Movies

School Holidays

Monday 1st October – Arthur and the Invisibles PG, 99min

Tuesday 2nd October – How to Eat Fried Worms PG, 84min

Wednesday 3rd October – Charlottes Web G, 94min

Thursday 4th October – Invincible PG, 104min

Friday 5th October – Flicka PG, 94min

All movies screen in the Top of the Cross, Woden at 10.30am

WhynotstayforLunchafterthemovieatHenry’sFamilyRestaurant(detailsonpage4)

Kids PartiesHenry’s Family Restaurant

from $9.50 per child

Includes invitations, platters of mini pies and sausage rolls, cocktail frankfurts, chicken nuggets and chips, soft drink, balloons, party hat and 3 games tokens.

All enquiries and bookings, 6283 7288

Tunz of Fun Tuggeranong

Three packages available from $6.00 per child. Add a helium balloon, lolly bag, party hat and table decorations for $3 per child.

All enquiries and bookings, 6293 7200

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Countdown to

Christmas GiveawayStart earning your tickets from Thursday 1 November 2007!

threewaystoearntickets:Spend $10 on food (excludes functions)

Play the gaming machines with your card in the console

Swipe your member card at the reward centre

Woden: 100 prizes – Thursday 20 Dec, 7pm Tuggeranong: 60 prizes – Sun 16 Dec, 6pm See reception for game rules

Festive FlavoursYacht ClubStart earning your tickets from Thursday 1 November 2007

Earn ticket for every $10 spent on food

Weekly Draws Thursday 8, 15, 22, 29 November 7pmThursday 6 December 7pm

Weekly Prizes• 1 x $100 Lotus Bay Restaurant Voucher• 1 x $100 Lunch or Dinner Cruise Voucher

Major Prize DrawThursday 13 December 7pm

Major Prizes• Lunch or Dinner Cruise for up to 10 people

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• 2 x $250 Lotus Bay Restaurant vouchers

Bonus for being present at Major Draw on 13/12/07 1 dozen bottles mixed wine

Members only promotion. See reception for game rules

Christmas CashcadeYamba Sports ClubStart earning your tickets from Thursday 1 November 2007!

threewaystoearntickets:Spend $10 on food (excludes functions)

Play the gaming machines with your card in the console

Swipe your member card at the reward centre

Weekly Draws Wednesday 7, 14, 21, 28 November 7pmWednesday 5, 12 December 7pm

Weekly Prizes3 x $50 cash

Major Prize DrawWednesday 19 December 7pm

Major Prizes• $600 • $300 • $200

Must be present to win Major Prizes. Members only promotion. See reception for game rules

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Events and Entertainment

For all shows and entertainment:

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FREELivEEntERtAinmEntEnjoy great bands every Saturday night from 8.30pm at Tuggeranong and every Sunday afternoon from 3pm at the Yacht Club.

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Jazz Manouche – A night of Gypsy Jazz

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Thursday 27 SeptemberRobert Shannon – Guitar / D’rrbukaVeren Grigorov – Viola / ViolinJames Haselwood – Double BassCalvin Welch – Drummer Percussionist

Gypsy Soul is the name most given to their music, as it embodies the passion and romance of so much Gypsy music, but the underlying influences are from all over the globe, including the legendary Django Reinhardt.

Show Only 8.30pm | $21

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Thursday 4 OctoberAustralia’s leading jazz vocalist, and master of the trumpet. A brief thoughtful solo from Vince is worth a hundred notes played with less discretion. Jazz lovers, don’t miss this concert.


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Saturday 13 October One of the finest singer/songwriters to come out of Australia’s country music scene.

Dinner & Show 7.00pm | $60 Show Only 8.30pm | $25

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Tuesday 23 October‘Closer To The Sun’ Voted Best R&B Album at 2007 Urban Music Awards.

Dinner and Show 7.00pm | $85Show Only 8.30pm | $45

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Thursday 25 OctoberMark Isaacs – pianoJames Muller – electric guitarMatt Keegan – saxBrett Hirst – bassTim Firth – drums

“An artist capable of matching the rich elements of classical composition with the flowing rhythms of jazz... a splendid musical mind” LOS ANGELES TIMES


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Friday 2 NovemberAn exciting musical and theatrical journey through the biggest hits of the war years. Full of nostalgia, patriotism, and sheer enjoyment that is synonymous with the entertainers of the era! Featuring Bronwyn Sullivan, Fiona Sullivan, Janie Lawson and Musical Director ‘Extraordinaire’ Daniel Edmonds.

Dinner & Show 7.00pm | $65 Show Only 8.30pm | $25

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Friday 23 November From Italy, Greece, Turkey, Hungary, South America, India, Holland, the United Kingdom and Australia, ten world class sopranos have combined to form what is undoubtedly the singing sensation of 2007. Ten stunning women with exquisite voices, vocally exciting, artistically clever and visually breathtaking.

Dinner & Show 7.00pm | $65Show Only 8.30pm | $25

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Special Events

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Golden GrilleOpen as normal

Top of the Cross2 course lunch including a complimentary glass of sparkling wine on arrival, Fashion Parade and Prizes for best dressed and best hat! $55 pp

Southern Cross Restaurant and Cocktail Bar3 course lunch including a complimentary glass of sparkling wine on arrival. $60 pp

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Sports BarTAB facilities, races on the big screens

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Formal Dining Room4 course lunch, including a complimentary glass of sparkling wine on arrival & door prizes. $49 pp

Valley Grille & Valley CarveryOpen as normal

Southern Cross Arms BarTAB facilities, races on the big screens, sweeps.

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Café MelroseOpen as normal, offering light and main meals

Jack High BarTAB facilities, races on the big screens, sweeps.

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Lotus Bay Restaurant3 course lunch with entertainment by Jan Preston, Australia’s “Queen of Boogie Woogie Piano”. $60 pp

MarqueeBuffet Lunch. $40 pp

mv Southern CrossBuffet lunch including beverages. $75 pp

LoungeSweeps and Live entertainment by Adam Conroy from 3.30-6.30pm.

ChristmasShowFriday 30 November Thursday 6, 13, 20 DecemberFriday 7, 14, 21 December Saturday 1, 15, 22 DecemberWitness the demise of Dr Mitus Welby and meet the lovely and ‘innocent’ nurse Anna Setic. You could be attended by the ‘demonic’ nurse Hannah Belle Lecter while Dr Marigold McPatience is on hand to administer all kinds of medicine. Dr Will I Kutyukokov will also be available for consultations on cosmetic enhancement along with Dr Bombay G-Undie.

Dinner & Show | $68 Show Only | $28

SEConDmovEmEntRock N Roll Christmas Dinner Dance

Saturday 8 DecemberDinner & Show | $62Show Only | $22

Stephen Pike from Tarzans Theatre Restaurant fame presents

Christmas Shows

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Special Events

ChristmasDayTuesday 25 December

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Golden Grille3 course lunch including a complimentary glass of sparkling wine for the ladies, middy of Tooheys New or Hahn Light for the gents and a soft drink for children.$50 adults and $25 children (under 12 years)

Orion Room & Private Dining Room2 course lunch.$38 adults and $25 children (under 12 years)

Southern Cross Restaurant & Cocktail BarGourmet 3 course lunch including a complimentary glass of sparkling wine for the ladies, Crown Lager for the gents and a soft drink for children.$90 adults and $30 children (under 12 years)

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Formal Dining Room3 course lunch, including table service and all the festive trimmings.$48 adults and $22 children (under 12 years)

Valley Grille & Valley Carvery2 course carvery buffet lunch. $38 adults and $18 children (under 12 years)


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Lotus Bay Restaurant3 course lunch including a complimentary glass of sparkling wine for the ladies, middy of Tooheys New or Hahn Light for the gents and a soft drink for children. $95 pp

mv Southern CrossSeafood buffet lunch with complimentary glass of wine on arrival. $165 pp. 12-3pm.

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Top of the Cross Dinner Dance3 course dinner, including a complimentary glass of sparkling wine for the ladies and middy of Tooheys New or Hahn Light for the gents and entertainment by Second Movement with music from the 60’s to the 90’s!!A dance band that will have your feet tapping, your hands clapping, your face smiling & your memory bank flooded with hit after hit. $85pp

Southern Cross Restaurant & Cocktail BarGourmet 5 course dinner, including complimentary sparkling wine at midnight and “A touch of Swing” from Piano/vocalist Leisa Keen. $115 pp

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Formal Dining RoomEnjoy a 3 course dinner and dance the night away to Rigby. $55 pp


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Lotus Bay Restaurant3 course meal, including a complimentary glass of sparkling wine for the ladies and middy of Tooheys New or Hahn Light for the gents. Entertainment by FINN (pop,rock covers with a touch of blues). $85 pp

mv Southern CrossThere’s no better way to bring in 2008 than cruising the tranquil waters of Lake Burley Griffin.Enjoy a 6 course dinner including beverages while songstress Lisa McClelland teams up with keyman John Black to perform a mix of jazz and lounge groove, soft pop and some lighthearted songs. $160 pp

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FunctionsPlanning a function or wedding?No matter what the size, design or budget, we have the venue to perfectly suit your style. With amazing rooms and an extensive menu range the Southern Cross Clubs are sure to meet your taste and budget.

Along with the many impressive rooms available at the Southern Cross Club Woden, Yamba Sports Club and Southern Cross Club Tuggeranong, the Southern Cross Yacht Club offers one of Canberra’s most exclusive and unique venues, the mv Southern Cross.

The tranquil cruise and ever changing view makes the mv Southern Cross an absolute hit with guests. The Yacht Club is also a popular spot for weddings and celebrations, with the functions department taking out the 2007 ClubsACT Award for functions under 200.

Visit www.cscc.com.au to download function packages or contact our Function Managers and discover for yourself the stylish décors and excellent amenities at all four Southern Cross Club venues.

Woden & Yamba Sports Club 6283 7200 [email protected]

Tuggeranong 6293 7200 [email protected]

Yacht Club & Cruises 6273 1784 [email protected]

The next generation in conferencing The Southern Cross Club Woden has launched a new generation conference package. Our aim is to make your conference a wonderful experience. Whether you are holding a half day, full day or multiple day conference, you will receive the meticulous service and quality the Southern Cross Club Woden is known for. The new package also offers the perfect mix between conference and networking.

Experience it for yourself

Conference Open Day - Tuesday 30 October 2007

This is the perfect opportunity to see the conference facilities, collect packages and speak to our expertly trained staff about your conference requirements.

Southern Cross Club Woden – 92-96 Corinna St Phillip

The Southern Cross Club Tuggeranong also offers a range of superior conference facilities with options from 15 to 250 people. Make an appointment to see Tuggeranong’s conference facilities on 6293 7200 or email [email protected]

Download conference and functions packages at www.cscc.com.au

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Christmas PantomimeThe Southern Cross Players Proudly present

‘Santa Meets the Bushrangers’Ma Kelly runs a Tea Shop called ‘Scones R Us’ with her lively daughter Molly. They await the return of her son Edward (Ned!) who is in the ‘Banking’ business in Sydney.

Unfortunately, some desperate Bushrangers appear. They steal Edward’s Christmas present and kidnap poor Santa on their way.

All is not lost though as Ma Kelly, Molly and the local children track them down and save the day (not to mention Christmas)!

Lots of action and singing – from Rock ‘n Roll to Christmas carols, with heaps of audience participation!

Performances

Saturdays 11.30am – 24 November, 1 & 8 DecemberSundays 11am & 1.30pm – 25th November, 2 & 9 DecemberTickets $10 per person

Special School Performance

11am Wednesday 12 December 2007

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Kids, they’re out of this world! The Boogie Woogies superhero band has travelled all the way from The Boogie Woogies galaxy for their sensational CD launch at the Southern Cross Club, Woden these October school holidays. Meet The Boogie Woogies prior to their television series and see them perform a powerful NEW never seen before 45-minute show.

Each show includes prize give-aways, meet and greets with The Boogie Woogies, along with free fan club membership.

Be one of the first 50 people to present this advertisement with your ticket at the show and receive a poster valued at $5.

Monday 8 October to Thursday 11 October 11am and 1:30pm dailyFriday 12 October 11am only

Tickets $10 per child with adults free!!!!!

Don’t miss out on the ultimate kids entertainment!

The Boogie Woogies Superhero Band

BOOK NOW 6283 7288 Top of the Cross – Southern Cross Club Woden

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Due to my indifferent health over recent years I have not been able to give the time and attention to the Club that I would have otherwise wished. However I have appreciated the directors continuing to put my name forward each year at the Annual General Meeting to remain as patron! God willing, I will be able to stay on as Patron until such time the good Lord chooses another path for me to follow!

Whenever I do get the opportunity to speak to the President and Directors I am always assured that they take their responsibilities very seriously particularly with regard to the sale of alcohol and the management and control of the gaming facilities. I also note that the level of community support continues to grow each year and I am assured that the Club continues to trade profitably and that the Club’s assets are capably managed.

I recall from the earliest days of its foundation that it was always the Club’s intention that it would be very

family orientated and it gives me great satisfaction that this culture continues today. It is very pleasing for me to see that the major benefactors of the Club’s many facilities are not only families but there is also a growing patronage developing among the younger adult groups. I am very encouraged by this especially as our young people, through their membership, are the future of the Club.

I urge the Directors to continue the standards set by the founding Directors which sets the Club apart from its competitors.

I pray God’s blessing, with peace of mind and heart, be with you all.

+Bishop Aloysius Morgan

messagefromourPatronBishop aloysius Morgan

Canberra Southern Cross Club

A.C.N. 008 488 855

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President’sReportBob Lloyd

This year I am pleased to report a $2.3million surplus. A healthy result considering the anticipated downturn from the introduction of the smoking bans in December 2006. Following the changes to the ACT smoking laws, the club industry reported a 10% downturn across the industry. Fortunately this was not the case at our Woden and Tuggeranong venues.

The patronage of our Club sites has increased with membership numbers now above 73,000. Revenue has increased in both food and beverage, aided by:

Yacht Club:• Refurbished Interior• Additional car parking• Additional boat parking provided• Plans for an additional wharf,

Yamba Club:• Upstairs area sub-leased to Health Club giving

improved facilities to gym participants• Provision of Bocce Courts

Woden:• Renovation of the Henry’s Restaurant area and

the provision of the “soft toy” area• The continued success of “The Southern Cross

Restaurant and Cocktail Bar” (Clubs ACT 2007 Best Restaurant)

• Provision of two outdoor smoking areas

Tuggeranong:• Refurbishment of the “Peppercress Restaurant”• Provision of three outdoor smoking areas

This result is testament to the hard work by your Management and Staff under the control of Greg Mitchell CEO and Carol Sawyer GM as well as the Board Committees. On your behalf I thank them all very much.Finance Committee – Chair Adrian CaddyPlanning Committee – Chair Paul Rollings

Members Services – Chair Jack RiceCommunity Support – Mary Laughlin

Our key priority remains on track, focusing on running an efficient club during these uncertain times. While we are optimistic about the long term, we are forecasting a smaller surplus in 2007– 08.

From 1 July 2007 the ACT Government has increased gaming tax by about 17%; resulting in an additional cost to the Club estimated at $500,000.

Our forecast also accounts for the smoking ban as it continues to impact across the industry. Our planning has positioned us well with recent renovations including provision for smoking areas easily accessible from the various lounges.

The Board has now introduced a formula for the provision of our community support; it is benchmarked above the Government’s statutory requirements. Last year we provided an additional $400,000 in community support, bringing a year total of $1.3 million from the Canberra Southern Cross Club. The additional funds were a direct consequence of our strong financial year.

With the cash reserves in an excellent position and with positive cash flow, we have continued over this last year to plan for the major rebuild of the Yacht Club and The Function Centre at Woden. Both projects have now been costed and we are confident that building will be underway inside the next six months, once our due diligence and consultations have been completed.

The Planning and Member Services committees have also been working on a new plan for the Golden Grille kitchen area, and the Valley Grille area at Tuggeranong. Both will result in larger kitchen areas providing better facilities for members.

The Canberra Southern Cross Club competed again this year in the annual ClubsACT Awards for


messagefromtheChiefministerJon Stanhope MLa

The Canberra Southern Cross Club has continued to provide an outstanding level of support to the Canberra community during the past year.

The Southern Cross Club is well-known for its generosity and corporate citizenry. Each year the Club contributes a percentage of its net profits to the community in the form of grants, donations and other forms of financial support.

I commend the Club for its generous contribution to the community of over $1.3 million. This figure is far in excess of that required by legislation, and over 90 local organisations have benefited from this support.

The ACT Government’s vision is for a city in which all people can reach their potential and share the

benefits of our community. That vision is clearly shared by the Southern Cross Club.

Canberra’s incredible community spirit is strengthened by many people and organisations, and it has been an inspiration to see the support and generosity generated by the Southern Cross Club.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Club for its ongoing contribution to the Canberra community.

Jon Stanhope MLA Chief Minister

Excellence. We were successful in achieveing:

• Responsible Gaming Award

• Functions Under 200 – Yacht Club

• Club Dining Award – Southern Cross Restaurant and Bar

• Outstanding Service Award – Adrian Caddy

• Community Assistance Award - Commendation

• Club development – Yacht Club – Commendation

Our special congratulations to Adrian Caddy on the receipt of his Outstanding Service Award. Adrian has served the Southern Cross Club as a Board member for 33 years and the ACT Club industry for several years, including 3 years as its President.

The Directors continue to monitor the club’s performance through a review of strategic directions,

measured against a regimen of accepted industry benchmarks, a new revamped Internal Audit Program and a comprehensive Risk Management Plan. For their support and guidance I thank them.

The Directors were pleased to welcome Chris Behrens to a position on the Board during the year. I thank Chris for his valued contribution this year.

Finally, I would like to thank you our members for continuing to support our club and its objectives. I look forward to the challenges of 07-08, and ask for your patience during the refurbishments. Be assured our club is expanding with your needs in mind , and these changes will introduce something that we can all look forward to with great expectation.

Bob Lloyd. President


Once again the Canberra Southern Cross Club has achieved an outstanding result considering the introduction of the non-smoking in enclosed places legislation in December 2006.

The good growth in gaming revenue early in the financial year was quickly absorbed by the expected decrease in gaming revenue once the smoking ban was introduced. The end result was only a slight decrease in total gaming revenue across all venues compared to the previous year. It should be noted that each venue was affected differently by the ban.

The continued popularity of the Clubs’ food outlets and function facilities is a tribute to all staff concerned, from the Venue Manager, kitchen staff to the waiters/waitresses. All staff should be proud of their efforts in ensuring that all Club facilities, products and service continue to be on a high standard.

Whilst the Club had been able to maintain its financial position as well as continuing to upgrade facilities as required, it must continue to closely monitor the ongoing effects of the smoking ban.

Keeping the above in mind this year’s budget and cash flow forecasts indicate that consideration may be given to the commencement of the early planning stages of two major projects, the Yacht Club extension and the Woden Club’s new function room fit out. The progression of these projects will be contingent on achieving forecasted cash flows.

The Canberra Southern Cross Club has continued to support the community of Canberra with community contributions totalling $1.3 million, 50% above the Government’s required contribution level.

The Canberra Southern Cross Club will always strive to make significant contributions to the community while financially able.

However, this continues to be difficult with gaming machine revenue tax being increased by 17% from July this year. This increase will mean that an additional $500,000 tax will be paid for the full financial year.

The Canberra Southern Cross Club’s finances, like any household or business, is becoming harder to balance with the continued increases in the cost of goods.

The Canberra Southern Cross Club has always endeavored to absorb these costs whenever possible to enable it to continue to provide excellent meals at reasonable prices. However, budget forecasts this year include modest increase in food and beverage prices to enable the Club to recoup recent cost increases in purchases and wages.

I am sure that the new prices will still reflect good value as expected by members.

The Canberra Southern Cross Club continues to participate in the ClubACT Clubs of the Year Awards. The Club once again received a number of awards including:

• Responsible Gaming Award

• Club Dining: Functions Award (Under 200) Southern Cross Yacht Club

• Club Dining Award: Southern Cross Restaurant and Cocktail Bar

• Outstanding Service Award: Mr Adrian Caddy

Commendations were received for:

• Community Assistance Award

• Club Development: Southern Cross Yacht Club

During the year you would have noticed significant changes to the design and décor of the Clubs three restaurants. Southern Cross Restaurant and

ChiefExecutiveofficer’sReportGreg Mitchell


Cocktail Bar at the Woden Club, Peppercress at the Tuggeranong Club and Lotus Bay Restaurant at the Yacht Club. The atmosphere and menu of all restaurants are receiving great comments. So I encourage you to visit these restaurants and experience them for yourself.

Earlier in the newsletter you would have noticed a number of our staff have achieved significant milestones with the Canberra Southern Cross Club.

I would personally like to thank all staff concerned for their support and dedication over the many years with the Canberra Southern Cross Club.

You may like to acknowledge their contribution next time you see their smiling faces.

During the year Mrs Carol Sawyer returned to the Club as General Manager. I welcome Carol back and look forward to her strong support in her new role.

As always I would like to thank the Board of Directors and Company Secretary, Mr Rod Frazer, for their ongoing support and dedication to the success of the Canberra Southern Cross Club.

The Canberra Southern Cross Club continues to be in a strong financial position; however this position is not taken lightly. Management and staff endeavour to provide the very best facilities, products and service to attract and maintain patronage from our members to ensure the Clubs ongoing viability. However, there are a number of influences beyond the control of individual Clubs, such as taxation, the introduction of new technology and equality with other states that if not viewed in a positive way by all concerned and in particular the regulators could have a significant impact on the Canberra Southern Cross Club’s future position as well as the viability of all Clubs in the ACT.

healthandFitnessCentrerichard peil

The past 12 months have been tremendous

for the growth of the services provided at the

Southern Cross Health Club, and the attendance by

Members. The latter has exceeded all expectations

with 30,000 plus visits per month now the norm.

Membership numbers have grown since the

business expansion was completed in June 2006,

and are currently stable at 5,400 active Members.

The most amazing part of this is that just over

2,200 of these Members are over the age of 50,

a staggering result when you consider that most

Health Clubs struggle to attract 20% of their

database from this age bracket.

Management and staff are proud of the fact that we

are able to serve this section of the market so well.

We are of course, pleased to serve many other

market segments equally as well. From people

wanting long-term weight-loss results, to the hardcore

Bootcampers, the mind-body enthusiasts, to serious

bodyshapers, we strive to continually offer and improve

the services and the environment to help everyone

achieve their health and fitness objectives.

I would once again like to extend my gratitude to the

CEO and Board of the Southern Cross Club for their

continued support and financial subsidy. Without

this, it would be impossible to continue to offer many

of the services we currently provide, in particular

many of the low cost over 50’s programs.

I also want to thank the Management and exceptional

Staff at the Health Club. Without their dedicated and

friendly day to day service, our fantastic facility would

not make the same impact on so many Members

on a daily basis.

Finally, thank you to all the Members of the Health Club,

many of whom have now been part of the Club for over

11years (10 of these with me to hassle you).

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The directors of Canberra Southern Cross Club Limited submit herewith the annual financial report for the financial year ended 30 June 2007. In order to comply with the provisions of the Corporations Act 2001, the directors report as follows:

The names and particulars of the directors of the company during or since the end of the financial year are:

Name SpecialResponsibilities YearsService Occupation

R. W. Lloyd President 11 Company Director

J. J. Rice B Econ. Senior Vice President 26 Business Manager

A. F. Caddy P.S.M., B Comm. Vice President 33 Retired

P. L. Rollings Vice President 16 Retired

D. N. Grimmond OAM (FREIA) Director 6 Real Estate Agent

M. B. Laughlin B Arts Director 14 Public Servant

J .J. Lewis BA CS FAICD Director 4 Company Director

K. Marshall Director 4 Public Servant

J. A. O’Loughlin AFSAE Director 31 Executive Director

S. C. Plummer Director 8 Manager

C. Behrens (appointed 15.1.07) Director 1 Senior Executive Lawyer

CompanySecretaryRod Frazer has 11 years service with Canberra Southern Cross Club Limited and 13 years as a director, of which 3 were as President.

PrincipalActivitiesThe consolidated entity’s activity in the course of the financial year was the operation of licensed club facilities. During the financial year there was no significant change in the nature of that activity.

DividendsIn accordance with the Articles of Association, the company is a company limited by guarantee to the extent of $2.00 per member, and accordingly no shares or debentures have been issued and no dividends have been recommended or paid since the start of the financial year.

ReviewofOperationsOperations comprised the running of licensed club facilities and the provision of member services. Further details regarding the operations are included within the annual report. The profit for the company and consolidated entity for the financial year was $2,343,656 (2006: $2,237,418).

ChangesinStateofAffairsDuring the financial year there was no significant change in the state of affairs of the consolidated entity other than that referred to in the financial statements or notes thereto.

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SubsequentEventsThere has not been any matter or circumstance that has arisen since the end of the financial year, that has significantly affected, or may significantly affect, the operations of the consolidated entity, the results of those operations, or the state of affairs of the consolidated entity in future financial years.

FutureDevelopmentsDisclosure of information regarding likely developments in the operations of the consolidated entity in future financial years and the expected results of those operations is likely to result in unreasonable prejudice to the consolidated entity. Accordingly, this information has not been disclosed in this report.

IndemnificationofOfficersandAuditorsDuring the financial year, the company paid a premium in respect of a contract insuring the directors of the company (as named on page 27), the company secretary, and all executive officers of the company and of any related body corporate against a liability incurred as such a director, secretary or executive officer to the extent permitted by the Corporations Act 2001. The contract of insurance prohibits disclosure of the nature of the liability and the amount of the premium.

The consolidated entity has not otherwise, during or since the financial year, indemnified or agreed to indemnify an officer or auditor of the company or of any related body corporate against a liability incurred as such an officer or auditor.

BoardofDirectorsMeetings

Directors Held Attended

C. J. Behrens 5 4

A. F. Caddy 12 11

D. N. Grimmond 12 10

M. B. Laughlin 12 11

J. J. Lewis 12 11

R. W. Lloyd 12 8

K. Marshall 12 11

J. A. O’Loughlin 12 10

S. C. Plummer 12 11

P. L. Rollings 12 12

J. J. Rice 12 11

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FinancialManagementCommittee

MemberServicesCommittee

PlanningandDevelopmentCommittee

Directors Held Attended Held Attended Held Attended

C. J. Behrens 1 1 6 6 6 6

A. F. Caddy 12 11 - 4 - -

D. N. Grimmond - - 9 7 9 9

M. B. Laughlin - 2 11 11 11 10

J. J. Lewis 12 11 12 10 - -

R. W. Lloyd 3 3 2 2 1 1

K. Marshall 10 9 - - 11 11

J. A. O’Loughlin 12 10 - - 12 10

S. C. Plummer 6 6 12 4 - -

P. L. Rollings - 1 - - 8 7

J. J. Rice - 1 9 8 - 1

-: Director not required to attend Committee Meeting

In all cases of absences, directors were absent on club business, on leave or absent due to work commitments. In all instances leave of absence was sought and approved.

The auditor’s independence declaration is included in page 31 of the financial report.

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Directors’Declaration

The directors declare that:

(a) in the directors’ opinion, the attached financial statements and notes thereto comply with Accounting Standard AASB 1039 ‘Concise Financial Reports’; and

(b) the attached financial statements and notes thereto have been derived from the full financial report of the company.


incomeStatement

Consolidated

Note 2007$

2006$

Sales revenue 2 36,406,438 35,137,709

Cost of sales 2 (9,195,685) (8,927,995)

Gross Profit 27,210,753 26,209,714

Other revenue from ordinary activities 2 256,108 295,354

Administration expenses (15,362,101) (14,898,756)

Borrowing costs 2 (423,128) (577,486)

Marketing expenses (868,547) (774,316)

Occupancy expenses (6,326,532) (5,758,587)

Operating lease expenses (765,267) (765,000)

Show expenses (606,998) (617,821)

Other expenses from ordinary activities (770,632) (875,684)

Profit before income tax expense 2,343,656 2,237,418

Income tax expense - -

Profit for the period 2,343,656 2,237,418

Profit attributable to members of the parent entity 2,343,656 2,237,418

Notes to the financial statements are included on pages 37 to 41.

For the financial year ended 30 June 2007


BalanceSheet

Consolidated

2007$

2006$

CurrentAssets

Cash assets 8,465,778 6,251,093

Receivables 580,202 450,073

Other financial assets 186,664 180,469

Inventories 408,139 404,648

Total Current Assets 9,640,783 7,286,283

Non-CurrentAssets

Other financial assets 51,017 107,164

Receivables 35,000 35,000

Property, plant and equipment 40,881,971 42,008,813

Total Non‑Current Assets 40,967,988 42,150,977

Total Assets 50,608,771 49,437,260

CurrentLiabilities

Payables 2,417,905 2,151,452

Interest-bearing liabilities 1,063,437 1,165,548

Provisions 554,558 619,393

Other 401,214 511,850

Total Current Liabilities 4,437,114 4,448,243

Non-CurrentLiabilities

Interest-bearing liabilities 5,356,467 6,547,793

Provisions 185,214 129,247

Other - 25,657

Total Non‑Current Liabilities 5,541,681 6,702,697

Total Liabilities 9,978,795 11,150,940

Net Assets 40,629,976 38,286,320

Members’Funds

Retained Profits 40,629,976 38,286,320

Total Members’ Funds 40,629,976 38,286,320


As at 30 June 2007


StatementofRecognisedincomeandExpense

Consolidated

2007$

2006$

Profit for the period 2,343,656 2,237,418

Total recognised income and expense for the period 2,343,656 2,237,418

Consolidated

2007$

2006$

CashFlowsfromOperatingActivities

Receipts from customers 39,595,803 38,851,239

Payments to suppliers and employees (32,617,490) (31,909,292)

Interest and other costs of finance paid (423,128) (577,486)

Net cash provided by operating activities 6,555,185 6,364,461

CashFlowsfromInvestingActivities

Payments for property, plant and equipment (3,630,922) (2,949,945)

Proceeds from the sale of property, plant and equipment 280,517 585,424

Interest received 309,537 160,329

Net cash (used) in investing activities (3,040,868) (2,204,192)

CashFlowsfromFinancingActivities

Repayment of borrowings (1,293,437) (1,182,821)

Net cash used in financing activities (1,293,437) (1,182,821)

Net Increase in Cash Held 2,220,880 2,977,448

Cash held at the beginning of the year 6,381,500 3,404,052

Cash at the end of the year 8,602,380 6,381,500


For the financial year ended 30 June 2007

CashFlowStatementFor the financial year ended 30 June 2007

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notestotheFinancialStatements

NOTE1–BasisofPreparationThe concise financial report has been prepared in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 and Accounting Standard AASB 1039 ‘ Concise Financial Reports’. The concise financial report, including the financial statements and specific disclosures included in the concise financial report, has been derived from the full financial report of Canberra Southern Cross Club Limited.

All amounts are presented in Australian dollars.

A full description of the accounting policies adopted by the consolidated entity is provided in the 2007 financial statements, which form part of the full financial report.

In the current year, the entity has adopted all of the new and revised Standards and Interpretations issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board (the AASB) that are relevant to its operations and effective for the current reporting period. The adoption of these new and revised Standards and Interpretations has not had any impact on the entity’s accounting policies or amounts reported in current or prior periods.

NOTE2–Profit/(Loss)FromOperationsConsolidated

(a)Revenue 2007$

2006$

Revenue from operations consisted of the following items:

Gaming Revenue 19,660,487 19,764,396

Revenue from the sale of goods 13,354,913 12,607,179

Rental Revenue 1,116,737 1,009,835

Interest Revenue 309,537 160,329

Membership income 367,198 298,109

Bowling income 37,488 37,732

Members’ entertainment income 552,527 548,313

Other 1,007,551 711,816

Total 36,406,438 35,137,709


NOTE2continued

(b)Profitbeforeincometax 2007$

2006$

Profit before income tax has been arrived at after crediting (charging) the following gains and losses from operations

Profit on sale of property, plant and equipment 256,108 295,354

256,108 295,354

Profit before income tax has been arrived at after (charging) the following expenses

Cost of Sales:

Gaming 3,923,230 4,037,688

Other sales 5,272,455 4,890,307

9,195,685 8,927,995

Finance costs

Interest - other entities 415,459 565,759

Interest - finance leases 7,669 11,727

423,128 577,486

Bad debts written off - other entities 8,566 9,927

8,566 9,927

Depreciation and amortisation of non-current assets:

Buildings 1,647,725 1,572,110

Property, plant and equipment 3,046,443 2,687,864

Leased assets 39,187 54,218

4,733,355 4,314,192

Operating lease rental expenses:

Minimum lease payments 765,267 765,000

765,267 765,000

Employee benefits expense - Post employment benefits:

Defined contribution plans 742,848 699,707

Termination benefits 137,190 187,926

Other employee benefits 9,240,615 9,204,578

10,120,653 10,092,211

Consolidated


NOTE3–EmployeeEntitlementsThe aggregate employee entitlement liability recognised and included in the financial statements is as follows:

Consolidated

Provisionsforemployeebenefit 2007$

2006$

Current 554,558 619,393

Non-current 185,214 129,247

739,772 748,640

Number of employees (on a full‑time equivalent basis) at the end of the financial year

172 151

NOTE4–RemunerationofAuditorsAuditoftheparententity

Audit of the financial report 48,000 46,050

Other non-audit services 24,150 33,230

72,150 79,280

The auditor of Canberra Southern Cross Club Limited is Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu.

NOTE5–KeyManagementPersonnelCompensation

The specified directors of the consolidated entity during the year were:

R. W. Lloyd (President) J. J. Rice, B.Econ. (Senior Vice President)

A F Caddy, P.S.M., B.Comm. (Vice President) P. L. Rollings (Vice President)

J. A. O’Loughlin, AFSAE (Director) K. Marshall (Director)

D. N. Grimmond OAM (FREIA) (Director) J. J. Lewis (Director)

M. B. Laughlin B Arts (Director) C. Behrens (Director)

S. C. Plummer (Director)

The specified executives of the consolidated entity during the year were:

G.Mitchell (Chief Executive Officer) C.Sawyer (General Manager) – appointed 13/11/06

R.Frazer (Company Secretary) C. Burne (Chief Financial Officer) – resigned 30/3/07

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(a)Keymanagementpersonnelremuneration 2007$

2006$

The aggregate compensation of the key management personnel of the consolidated entity is set out below:

Short-term employee benefits 729,643 711,669

Other long-term benefits 13,739 12,644

Termination benefits 7,609 37,986

750,991 762,299

(b)Directorsremuneration 2007$

2006$

Included within key management remuneration in note 5(a) above is remuneration paid or payable, or otherwise made available, in respect of the financial year, to all directors of the company, directly or indirectly, by the company or by any related party. This represents payments for out of pocket expenses as approved at the 2005 Annual General meeting in accordance with Article 56A of the articles of association.

96,551 97,193

NOTE6–SegmentReportingThe consolidated entity operates in one business segment, being the operation of a registered club. Although this business generates different revenues (refer note 2) the risks and returns are considered to be similar. The consolidated entity also operates in only one geographic segment as it operates solely within the ACT.

NOTE5continued Consolidated

Consolidated


NOTE7–ContingentLiabilitiesIn the ordinary course of business, the consolidated entity becomes involved in litigation, most of which falls within the consolidated entity’s insurance arrangements. While the outcomes are uncertain, the directors believe that no other matters exist which would have a material adverse effect on the consolidated entity’s operations.

NOTE8–RemunerationUnderContractualArrangementsandConsultanciesContractors or consultants who received or were due to receive $49,999 or more under contractual arrangements:

A1 Premium Services Leading Edge Amusements

ACTEWAGL Premier Venue Entertainment

Aristocrat leisure industries Reel Gaming Solutions

Chubb Security Schindler’s Lifts Australia Pty Ltd

De Marco Property Developments SITA Environmental Solutions

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Sky Channel

Epicurean Contract Caterers Transact

Honeywell TTM Security

International Gaming Technologies (I.G.T)

During the year, there were 5 employees who received total remuneration equal to or more than the amount prescribed under regulation 74 of the Gaming Machine Act 2004, being $100,000 (2006 : 5 employees).

NOTE9–AdditionalCompanyInformationCanberra Southern Cross Club Limited is a company limited by guarantee, incorporated and operating in Australia. Its registered office and principal place of business is:

92-96 Corinna StreetPhilip ACT 2606

Every member undertakes to contribute to the assets of the company in the event of and for the purposes of the winding up of the company, an amount not exceeding $2. There were 72,971 members at 30 June 2007 (2006: 70,514 members).


Graphs

Consolidated Expenses from Ordinary Activity 2006/07

Consolidated Revenue from Ordinary Activity 2006/07

Cost of Goods – $9.2m

Depreciation and Amortisation – $4.7m

Utilities (electricity, fuel, phone, rates) – $1m

Salaries and On Costs – $10.6m

Gaming Promotions – $857,910

Other Expenses – $7.7m

Gaming Revenue – $19.7m

Beverage Revenue – $4.9m

Food Revenue – $8.4

Membership Income – $367,198

Members Entertainment Income – $552,527

Other Revenue – $2.4m

Club Gaming Trading 2006/07

Club Liquor Trading 2006/07

Gaming Machine Levy – $3.7m

Depreciation – $1.9m

Gaming Promotions – $857,910

Wages and On Costs – $1.8m

Other Expenses – $552,566

Operating Surplus – $10.8m

Cost of Sales – $2.1m

Depreciation – $79,331

Wages and On Costs – $1.6m


Operating Surplus – $787,271


Club Food Trading 2006/07

Club Members Trading 2006/07

Sport and Recreation Trading 2006/07

Distribution of Poker Machine Dollars 2006/07

Cost of Goods – $3m

Wages and On Costs – $4m



Operating Surplus – $585,904

Entertainment Expenses – $246,260

Members Promotion Expenses – $380,769


Wages and On Costs – $744,868

Operating Deficit – $1.2m

Cost of Goods – $78,955

Wages and On Costs – $416,034



Operating Deficit – $196,597

Return to Players – 91%

Club Hold – 4%

Direct Expenses including taxes and

community expenses – 5%


Members should note that the next Annual General Meeting will be held in the Orion Room at Woden, on Wednesday 17 October 2007 commencing at 8pm.

1 Apologies

2 Minutes of the 35th Annual General Meeting of 25 October 2006

3 Presentation of Annual Report

4 Presentation of Finance Report and Balance Sheet

5 Auditor’s Report

6 Election of Directors

7 Appointment and remuneration of Auditors

8 Appointment of Patron

9 Other such business brought forward in conformity with the constitution

10 Setting of Director’s honoraria for out of pocket expenses in accordance with Article 12.6

11 General business

Under our Constitution, three Directors of the Board must retire at each Annual General Meeting (but are eligible for re-election, subject to the usual criteria) which is determined on a rotation basis and the three Directors who need to retire this year are Bob Lloyd, Adrian O’Loughlin and Simon Plummer. They are all eligible for re-election and have been nominated for election. In January Christopher Behrens was invited to join the Board to fill a casual vacancy and Chris will also need to stand for election. Therefore this year there will be four (4) positions declared vacant.

One other candidate has nominated for election and therefore we have five candidates standing for the four positions to be declared vacant.

Details of all candidates appear on the next page in this report and members will be requested to vote for

the four vacant directors positions. The ACT Electoral Commissioner is to be responsible for counting votes for this year’s election and the Board has appointed the Company Secretary, Rod Frazer as the Returning Officer.

After the ACT Electoral Commissioner has advised the results of the election the successful candidates will meet with the other seven Directors of the Club (prior to the Annual General Meeting on 17th October 2007) and elect the Board Executive for the forthcoming year, which will be announced at the AGM

The remaining seven Directors who did not need to stand for election at this time are, Paul Rollings, Jack Rice, Adrian Caddy, Mary Laughlin, Kim Marshall, David Grimmond, and John Lewis.

ElectionofDirectors-2007AnnualGeneralmeetingrod Frazer - Company Secretary

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AdrianO’LoughlinI have been a Director of the Southern Cross Club for 31 years. I joined the club as a Contributory Life Member before its opening in 1972. I was made an Honorary Life Member in 1992 in recognition of my voluntary services to the Club.I have represented all members, without preference to any particular group, however I have a special interest in sport and good financial management.My intention over the next few years is to ensure the Club maintains and improves its excellent facilities and services for the benefit of members.

BrianArkleyI have been with the club for many years. I have been involved with many of the social groups within the Southern Cross Club, such as snooker darts bowls and cards. I run cribbage club every Wednesday morning.

SimonPlummerSimon is a well known face at the Southern Cross Club having been involved with Club Management for 7 years and 8 years as a Director. Self employed he has owned several small businesses in the hospitality and sporting industry. Currently a member of the Finance Committee, Member Services Committee and Risk Management Sub Committee. He is interested in all aspects of the Club, particularly member services.

ChristopherBehrensChris has been involved with the Club as a legal advisor for over 10 years. He joined the Board in January 2007. He is a Senior Executive Lawyer with the Australian Government Solicitor and formerly worked with Mallesons Stephen Jaques,Solicitors. Chris is a past President of the Woden Valley Youth Choir and has served as a board member of Capital Football. He is married with 3 school-age children and lives in the Woden Valley.

BobLloydBob has been a life member of the club since 1972 and a Director since 1996. He is currently Club President and previously served as Senior Vice President and Vice President.

Bob is dedicated to maintaining the Club’s high standards, and providing members with the widest possible range of sporting and social activities. As President, and Planning Vice President, Bob has worked extremely hard on the redevelopment of the Club’s facilities at all venues, especially the forward planning of the new look Yacht Club and the Woden function centre.


Kim Marshall DiRECTOR

Rod Frazer COMPAny SECRETARy

Christopher Behrens APPOinTED 15/1/07

John Lewis BA, CS, FAiCD DiRECTOR

Simon Plummer DiRECTOR

Mary Laughlin B Arts DiRECTOR

David Grimmond OAM (FREiA) DiRECTOR

Adrian O’Loughlin AFSAE DiRECTOR

Adrian Caddy PSM ViCE PRESiDEnT

Jack Rice B Econ SEniOR ViCE PRESiDEnT

Paul Rollings ViCE PRESiDEnT

Bob Lloyd PRESiDEnT

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Annual Report 2006 - 2007