P.O.Box 4011 , Mount Maunganui South 3149 544 Maunganui Road Phone/Fax No: 575 4477 e-mail: reception@mtrsa.co.nz website: www.mtrsa.co.nz Support Advisor 575 2385

MONDAY MOVIE AFTERNOONS

1.30pm

Free movie showing in the Gallipoli

Room

Grab a friend, have lunch, see a movie

2nd Going In Style

9th Never Go Back

16th The Butler

23rd Chocolat

30th Alex Cross

DVD’s kindly donated by United Video

SENIOR

BALLROOM

DANCING CLUB

Held every Thursday

10am –12pm

Tuition provided if

required. All welcome.

Look forward to

seeing you!

Gil & Doreen

021 2472403

Commemorating 100 years since Passchendaele The Mount Maunganui RSA is proud to be involved in events commemorating this Battle, and remembering those whose lives changed forever because of their involvement in the First World War. In conjunction with WW100 Tauranga, Hauraki Branch of the Patriots DFMC, Tauranga RSA, Tauranga City Council.

Children of WW1 Veterans Afternoon Tea Sunday 8th October 2pm - 4pm

Mount Maunganui RSA, 544 Maunganui Road All children of WW1 Veterans are invited to an afternoon tea to remember Loved ones and to commemorate the Battle of

Passchendaele. No registration required

Hauraki Patriots DFMC Passchendaele Memorial Service

Cenotaph, Marine Parade, Mount Maunganui Saturday 14th October 2pm

In this most significant year, join the Hauraki Branch of the Patriots DFMC at their Annual Memorial Service to

remember Passchendaele

Followed by afternoon tea at the Mt RSA

MELBOURNE CUP Tuesday 7th November

Watch on the Big Screen Sweepstakes

Prizes for Best Dressed

And Best Hats Fun and Games

2pm start

PRESIDENT’S REPORT Hi members. Well the 72nd AGM has passed and I must welcome new executive member Donald Cable. It was a busy month for our Chef and his staff catering for 200 plus Aims Games participants and thanks to all who helped in the dining room. Another successful snooker tournament was held last weekend. As you know we are commemorating 100 years of Passchendaele. All members and the public are invited to a Passchendaele exhibition here in the RSA carpark from 6th October to 17th November. Open 7 days from 9.30am – 3.30pm. We also have a Children of WW1 Veterans afternoon tea on Sunday 8th October 2pm – 4pm. Then on Saturday 14th October at 2pm – 2.40pm we have a Passchendaele Memorial Service, Hauraki Patriots DFMC at the Cenotaph, Marine Parade. I am going to have the privilege to lay a wreath on the 11th October at the Menin Gate at Ypres, Belgium on behalf of the Mount RSA. The Menin Gate Memorial to the Missing is a war memorial in Ypres, Belgium, dedicated to the British and Commonwealth soldiers who were killed in the Ypres Salient of World War I and whose graves are unknown. Reminding you we have two great shows coming up not to be missed - Shane Cortese 4th November and The Eagles Tribute 25th November. Derek Williams President

WOMEN’S SECTION September was a busy month with both Club and Women's section AGMs. Our women's section AGM went well with all officers going back unopposed. It was nice to see a good turnout for our meeting considering it was such a nasty day. Our entertainment was Ray Solomon who once again entertained us with some great music. The year is fast coming to an end, this month we have Telstar to entertain us, then our final meeting of the year November 29th with Upbeat as entertainment. Remember ladies we have our gift exchange so please bring a small gift to the value of $5, as we have asked Santa to come along and give them out. Hope this finds you all well. Those that are poorly a speedy recovery. Look forward to seeing you on October 25th . Kieran Jensen President

RSA MANAGERS REPORT Welcome to our October edition of our Newsletter. At our AGM held on Sunday 17th September we announced a new committee. Your new committee is as follows: President - Derek Williams (unopposed) Vice Presidents - Barry Kellas (unopposed) - Arthur King (unopposed) Committee - Donald Cable, Norm Harvey, Kieran Jensen, Bill Newell, Alex Pluck, Darryl Wheeler Congratulations to Donald Cable as the new member to the team. The AIMS games week is now over and a big week it was for Munro's. Well done to the kitchen team as we prepared 1000 meals over the 5 days. For service, a big mention to Yvonne our new evening Duty Manager, Gabrielle and Stella - well done, and finally we had a lot of help from the Executive members (many hands make light work) thank you Arthur & Diane King, Barry and Jean Kellas, Alex and Jenny Pluck, Seddon Powley, Judith Brandhoj from raffles as you all made a huge difference and your assistance was much appreciated. Watch out for our November Entertainment Bonanza as we have a busy schedule with two Show nights, the first being Shane Cortese "Class of 58 Rock n Roll Show" scheduled for the 4th November. We also have an Eagles Tribute scheduled for November 25th. Melbourne Cup fever will also be upon us on Tuesday 7th and the Club rooms will be the place to be with lots of fun and activities being arranged via the entertainment committee and the Punters Club. Don't for-get sweepstakes will be available from 10am Monday 6th Nov. I hope everyone has noticed the entrance to Munro's Archway. A big thank you Arthur King for managing this project and of course Lionel Smith and his expertise. I was in the club on Sunday and was very impressed with the Country Club en-tertainment and the atmosphere helped by a snooker tournament and a busy lunch in Munro's. If you haven't been to one of the country shows you should make the effort as it is a great way to spend an afternoon. We are trialling Line Dancing lessons which will be on Saturday 21st and 28th October. So if you have always been interested in learning how to line dancing here is your chance, beginner sessions (first two are FREE) will be run by Heather Coleman, see the add below on this page for more information. Some concerns have been raised at the speed at which some drivers are travelling within our car parks. Please do be mindful when driving in or out of the car park. Thank you and enjoy the extra hour of day light and be safe, Andrew Buenter

OUTDOOR BOWLS Hi to everyone 2017/2018 ADJUNCT FEES ARE NOW DUE. If you haven’t paid up already, the Treasury Department has asked me to remind you that your member Adjunct fees are due. $5.00 pp. DATES TO REMEMBER Tournament Dates for 2017/2018: Sunday 19th Nov 2017 – Qualifying Tournament for 71st National RSA Tournament Thursday 18th Jan 2017 – Progressive – Taffy Davis Tournament Thursday 19th April 2017 – Progressive ANZAC Tournament NATIONAL RNZRSA NATIONAL BOWLS 2018 – to be held by Nelson RSA, Sunday 11th March - Wednesday 14th March 2018 New members very welcome, you do not need to belong to a bowling club. The emphasis is on FUN. FOR ALL ENQUIRES PLEASE CONTACT NOEL TOPP 572 2543 ATHOL PRESTON 282 8567

Do you want to learn how to Line Dance?

Beginner classes

First 2 lessons FREE

Come join the Mt RSA Line Dancers

Saturday 21st & 28th October

10am to 12pm (2 Hours)

Heather Coleman 027 4876332

Everyone welcome

SUPPORT SERVICES

It has been lovely to have some fine settled weather over the past few days after a very wet and cold winter. I continue to help our members in an way that I can so if you know anyone that would benefit from assistance in any way let me know and I will be pleased to talk to them and help wherever possible. If you leave a message on the answer

phone I assure you I will get back to you

when I return to the office. I will be here

Monday, Tuesday and Friday.

Yours sincerely Carol Guinness

GOLF CLUB

The 1st of October is our next tournament on the calendar, to be followed on Sunday 3rd December by our Christmas extravaganza tournament. Put the date in your calendars and ensure you are able to come along and join in the Christmas cheer. In November, the RSA Nationals will be held in Hastings. A large number of our members will be attending this event, and we would like to wish all the players a great time at the tournament. Events such as these are wonderful for fostering fellowship amongst other RSA members from around the country. No doubt you will have met people in the past that you will enjoy meeting again. All the very best for what I am sure will be a very enjoyable tournament.

SATURDAY SPORTS CLUB RAFFLES ROSTER 2017

Indoor Bowls Oct 7th Chess Club Oct 14th, 21st, 28th,

LAST POST Mary Lavin W/Section Rex Norman Associate William Rijkse 360117314

FISHING CLUB

Even though the weather was freezing the spirits were high for the 9 men and women who ventured out on the overnight fishing trip from Whangamata, the sea was calm and the fish were certainly biting with all bringing home a chilly bin FULL of Snapper and Tarakihi the smiles on faces showed they had all had a good time. We have a local trip going out Monday 2nd October and a Whangamata trip 30th October, so here’s hoping for calm seas. Our yearly Coromandel trip is only a few weeks away, anyone who is keen to go please get back to me by Wednesday 4th October. Our subs are now due just $5 00. One day the rain will stop, the sun will shine, the sea will sparkle and the fish will say come and catch me Ha Ha Jeanette Club Captain

Mt RSA COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB Our September concert on Sunday the 24th was a fantastic afternoon and was a lovely way to celebrate our 1st Birthday. Yes, it’s been 12 months since we launched the Country Music Club and our monthly Sunday afternoon concerts have gone from strength to strength culminating in our September club day with an outstanding array of talent. As well as our Guest Artists for the day –Kevin and Kay Tappin who sang some beautiful harmonies, we invited some of our previous Guest Artists to come back and perform including Dennis August, Janice Roughan, Merv McEnteer and Jade O'Brien. 10-year-old Jade is a finalist in the NZCMA Entertainer of the year Awards to be held in Rotorua on October 14th. As well as these very talented artists we had the pleasure of having the President of the NZ Country Music Association Michael Tipping and his wife Ashley sing for us. They sing under the Duo name of “Coopers Run “and are widely known and respected throughout the Country Music scene both here and overseas. So, with this collection of talent and supported by other singers including Lloyd Te Kani, Julz Hulton, Bruce Strong, Gayle Turner and Gloria Johnson the recipe was there for an outstanding afternoon of Country Music and it certainly was. Once again, the band was outstanding with Lyndsay (Rhythm), Ron (Drums), Gary (Bass) and Selwyn Rangitutia (Lead) giving all the singers great support. Our October concert is set down for Sunday 29th October 1pm to 3.30pm. Please note our Country Music show is always held on the LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH starting at 1pm. Our Guest Artist is Kylie Austin. Kylie is a very talented singer and has won many awards both here and in Australia. In 2007 Kylie was named Trans-Tasman Entertainer of the year. Mark the date in your diary and don’t miss this

show.

WALKING GROUP Greetings to our faithful walkers. The weather seems to be improving so let’s make the most of it. Our away trips have been interrupted by the weather but this is about to change. See you all on Thursday and Tuesday 9-30am. Regards, Tony Crawford

INDOOR BOWLS

Hi Bowlers

September 16th we had a lovely trip

to Rotorua, enjoyed by all.

October 7th Indoor Bowls on raffles

come and join us.

New Members come and have a go.

Ring Diane 5753480

CHESS CLUB

In our late evening programme our eight player

Championship finals are under way. Our casual

group tournament is running alongside this

meaning that players can come and go as they

please.

In our early programme our current main Term

event is underway. Our basic optional teaching

focuses on helping those starting out to enhance

their chess. As always in our unique casual group

of players, any player can come and go as they

please.

8 BALL CLUB

We are getting good numbers to our club nights and our afternoon sessions everything is going ok. We have Tga RSA visiting us on the 1st October which should be a good challenge, come along and support us. Good shooting to you all, come and join us if you would like to have a go. Gail Malyon ( president) ph 5759583 or 0226475314

MOUNT RSA TRAVEL CLUB

I am pleased to advise that the membership is growing weekly. The following trips are available and to register put your name on the list which is on the Notice Board. 18th Oct (Wed) - Waihi Taiwanese College Talk, Tour and Lunch. Look over the Martha Mine. Morton's Winery - Wine Tasting. 4th Nov (Sat) - Coromandel Driving Creek Railway - Sightseeing Trip 7th Dec (Thurs) - Dennis Marsh show at Lavalla Theatre in Tuakau with a lunch at Elsie's Hotel in Tuakau. 24th Mar (Sat) - Beach Hop Whangamata. The above trips are all on airconditioned coaches and only limited seats are available. Looking forward to better weather when we can enjoy some of our great outdoor scenery. For more information you can phone Graeme Anderson on 07 544-5234

NEW ZEALAND INFANTRY DAY

Sunday 22nd October 2017 Commence 10.30 am Guest Speaker Lieutenant Colonel Brian Wells Retd Followed by refreshments served by the Mt RSA Women’s Section

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

30 Snooker 12.40pm Movie 1.30 - 3.30pm Chess -Early 6.00 - 7.30pm Chess - Late 7.30 - 9.30pm Indoor Bowls 7pm

31 Saygo 9.15 -10.15am Walking Club 9.30am Cards 1pm Trivia Evening 7pm

1 HAPPY HOUR 4.30 - 5.30pm

4pm -7pm

2 Unit Leaders 11.30am Snooker 12.40pm Movie 1.30 - 3.30pm Chess - Early 6 .00 - 7.30pm Chess - Late 7.30 - 9.30pm Indoor Bowls 7pm

3 Saygo 9.15 -10.15am Walking Club 9.30am Cards 1pm Trivia Evening 7pm

4 Membership Draws & Raffles 5.30 & 6.30pm Winner Takes All 6.30pm Happy Hour 6-7pm Snooker 6.25pm 8 Ball 7pm

5 Walking Club 9.30am 8 Ball 2-4.30pm Membership Draws & Raffles 3.30pm & 4.30pm New Members 5.30pm Indoor Bowls 7pm

6 Raffles 4pm $1,000 Draw 5.30-6.30pm Dinner for two draw 6.30pm After Raffles: Spin the Wheel to win$500

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8 HAPPY HOUR 4.30 - 5.30pm

4.pm-7pm

9 Snooker 12.40pm Movie 1.30 - 3.30pm Chess -Early 6.00 - 7.30pm Chess - Late 7.30 - 9.30pm Indoor Bowls 7pm

10 Saygo 9.15 -10.15am Walking Club 9.30am Cards 1pm Bus to Pyes Pa 1.45pm Trivia Evening 7pm

11 Membership Draws & Raffles 5.30 & 6.30pm Winner Takes All 6.30pm Happy Hour 6-7pm Snooker 6.25pm 8 Ball 6.30pm

12 Walking Club 9.30am 8 Ball 2 - 4.30pm Membership Draws & Raffles 3.30 & 4.30pm Indoor Bowls 7pm

13 Raffles 4pm $1,000 Draw 5.30-6.30pm Dinner for two draw 6.30pm After Raffles: Spin the Wheel to win $500

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15 HAPPY HOUR 4.30 - 5.30pm

4pm -7pm

16 Snooker 12.40pm Movie 1.30 - 3.30pm Chess -Early 6.00 - 7.30pm Chess - Late 7.30 - 9.30pm Indoor Bowls 7pm

17 Saygo 9.15 -10.15am Walking Club 9.30am Cards 1pm Trivia Evening 7pm

18 J Force 10.15am WAAF’s 11.30am Membership Draw & Raffles 5.30 & 6.30pm

Winner Takes All 6.30pm Happy Hour 6-7 pm Snooker 6.25pm

19 Walking Club 9.30am 8 Ball 2 - 4.30pm Membership Draws & Raffles 3.30 & 4.30pm Indoor Bowls 7 pm

20 Raffles 4pm $1,000 Draw 5.30-6.30pm Dinner for two draw 6.30pm After Raffles: Spin the Wheel to win $500

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22 HAPPY HOUR 4.30 - 5.30pm 4pm-7pm

23 Snooker 12.40pm Movie 1.30 - 3.30pm Chess -Early 6.00 - 7.30pm Chess - Late 7.30 - 9.30pm Indoor Bowls 7pm

24 Saygo 9.15 -10.15am Walking Club 9.30am Cards 1pm Bus to Pyes Pa 1.45pm Trivia Evening 7pm

25 Women's Section 1.30pm Membership Draw & Raffles 5.30 & 6.30pm Winner Takes All 6.30pm Happy Hour 6-7pm Snooker 6.25pm

8 Ball 7pm

26 Walking Club 9.30am 8 Ball 2-4.30pm Membership Draws & Raffles 3.30 & 4.30pm

Indoor Bowls 7pm

27 Raffles 4pm $1,000 Draw 5.30-6.30pm Dinner for two draw 6.30pm After Raffles: Spin the Wheel to win $500

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29 1- 3.30pm Country Music Club HAPPY HOUR 4.30 - 5.30pm 4pm -7pm