United Service Club Queensland

may 2012

United Service Club Queensland 183 Wickham Terrace, Brisbane 4000

Ph: (07) 3831 4433 | Fax: (07) 3832 6307 [email protected]

www.unitedserviceclub.com.auclubnews

Date: Friday 18 MayTime: 7.00pmMinimum Dress: Modern Business ProfessionalCost: $39.50

Do you scream the answers to TV game show questions? Do you remember little details that evade others? Do you love to compete with friends? Do you know it All? Then come to the USC Trivia Dinner and PROVE IT?

Gather a team of 8, reserve your table, join in the fun and get to know other Club members. Club teams will be arranged for members wishing to attend on their own. The evening will include a 2 course dinner with coffee and 8 rounds of trivia. This will be a totally ‘trivial’ night of FUN, FACTS and PRIZES where everyone attending – Einsteins or not - can come along and enjoy a lot of fun. Don’t miss it.

Cost Inclusions: 2 Course dinner and Coffee. Beverage charged on consumption

Date: Wednesday 6 JuneTime: 12noonMinimum Dress: Modern Business ProfessionalCost: $55 inclusive

Guest of Honour: Commissioner Robert Atkinson APM It was on 6 June 1859 that Queen Victoria signed the Letters Patent authorising Queensland’s separation. Queensland Day, acknowledges the birth of Queensland as a self-governing colony, the anniversary of the date on which Queen Victoria granted Queensland the right to its own representative government and appointing Queensland’s fi rst Governor, Sir George Bowen. From 1859 to 1901, Queensland had the status of a self-governing colony. From 1 January 1901, Queensland became one of the six founding States of the Commonwealth of Australia.

Queensland Day is incorporated into a week of celebrations which focuses on the State’s history and development, the people of Queensland and their achievements.

To mark Queensland Day, the Club is honoured to welcome Queensland Police Commissioner Robert Atkinson, APM to provide an address during the luncheon.

Early reservations are recommended.

Cost Inclusions: 2 Course Luncheon and Beverage.

Trivia DinnerTrivia Dinner

Queensland Day LuncheonQueensland Day Luncheon

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presidents report

New Members I hope you all had an enjoyable Easter break. If you haven’t had a chance to visit the Club since Easter then a treat is in store for you, the new carpet, it looks terrifi c.

The Committee is pleased from the very positive feedback we have received from members as a result of my recent letter to you. We thank you for your feedback and for your noticeable increased patronage of the Club

over recent weeks.

We are also grateful to the members who have made donations to the Club Heritage Trust Fund. Many members were unaware of the Fund’s existence and once made aware were delighted to make a contribution. I intend to publicly acknowledge Club Heritage Fund donors in the Annual Report (name only). Please let Kim Fisher know if you do not wish to have your name published.

The very popular Sons, Daughters and Grandchildren’s Dinner was held on April 13. It was a great success and our fi rst big event with our new Head Chef (Mark Rowell-Turner). The food was superb. Lainey Loneragan again gave generously of her time to train the young folk in dining etiquette. Host for the evening, Vice President Jenny Walker, took the opportunity to remind the young diners that many of the brave military people they would hear about in upcoming Anzac Day presentations were actually members of our club.

On April 19, the Head Chef held his fi rst Club Chef ’s Table Dinner. I have been reliably informed that it was an outstanding success. Honorary Treasurer and regular Chef ’s Table attendee, Don Crombie, stated it was perhaps the best he had ever attended. Well done Mark.

On April 20, eighteen Club art enthusiasts enjoyed a morning excursion with John Donaldson of Personally Yours Tours exploring Brisbane’s hidden street art followed by a visit to a number of delightful Brisbane art galleries. Returning to the Club at 1pm, members enjoyed a relaxing lunch in the Glasgow Room. External tours remain a popular Club event and I welcome you to contact Kim Fisher with any suggestions or ideas to include on the calendar.

Like many of you, ANZAC Day for Gwenda and I started early when we attended the Brisbane Dawn Service commencing at 4.29 AM. Following breakfast at the Club I was joined by 30 members for the Club’s wreath laying at the Anzac Square Cenotaph at 09:30. Following the ANZAC Day parade, 290 members and guests attended lunch at the Club. Invited Club guests were: Senator Claire Moore (who represented the Prime Minister on the parade dais), Senator George Brandis, SC ( who represented the Leader of the Opposition on the parade dais), Club Patron, Chief Justice, The Honourable Paul de Jersey, AC, QC; MAJGEN R. Burr, DSC, AM, MVO, Commander 1st Division and Mrs Burr; BRIG G. Bilton, Commander 7 Brigade , BRIG S. Porter, Commander 11 Brigade and Mrs Porter; AIRCDRE T. Innes, Senior ADF Offi cer, Amberley and Mrs Innes; CMDR L. King, ADC, RAN, Senior Naval Offi cer Southern Queensland. I thank our wonderful staff for looking after us all so well on the day.

I draw your attention to our Club Cellar wine sales contained in this edition of Club News. We are releasing many fi ne wines for your enjoyment.

Coming events not to be missed include Trivia Dinner, May Terrace Jazz and Grill and the Queensland Day Luncheon. Gwenda and I hope to see many members at the Club over the coming month.

Kind regardsDennis ScanlanPresident

Monthly Mention: On 25 April 1942, RAAF No.32 Squadron (Hudson Bombers) commenced operations at Horn Island, Qld. (Reference: Queensland WW11 Historic Places – Queensland Government)

LT A A Atkins

Ms S Bransgrove

Mrs K E Browne

MAJ R Chignell

Mr R Crompton

Miss A Dick

Ms C H Evans

Mr A T Hayley

MAJ D C Horton

Mrs E M Manktelow

Mr R W McCray

Mrs J A O’Regan

Ms P J Phillips

LTCOL D E Schultz

LT S Tan

Mr M W Tisdell

Dr D Ward

The following members were admitted to the Club in April. A warm welcome is extended

to them:

Members Obituaries

CAPT F C B Haly AO COL His Hon J P Shanahan

AO RFD ED

It is with regret that we announce the passing of the

following members:


presidents report

The Loneragan FamilySons, Daughters and Grandchildren’s Dinner

The Luttrell FamilySons, Daughters and Grandchildren’s Dinner

The Morrison-Galt FamilySons, Daughters and Grandchildren’s Dinner

Members and guests enjoyed the variety of functions and events held in the Club in April.

Jason Kennelly, Michael & Kamara Bond and David & Geraldine Swindells

New Member Reception

Chris & Lis Manktelow, Wanda Avenell, Chris, Faith and Arthur Goddard


Committee Member Trevor de Carteret and Stephen Foote


A nz ac Day


coming events

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Terrace Jazz & GrillDate: Friday 25 May Time: 5.30-8.30pm

Cost: $29.50Dress: Modern Business Professional

Special Guests – The Kathy Sander ‘Manouche’ Quartet

Finish off the month with a relaxed evening amongst friends and colleagues and enjoy the ambience of the terrace at Terrace Jazz and Grill. This month we welcome the Kathy Sander ‘Manouche’ Quartet who will perform French style jazz on Violin, Guitar, Acoustic Bass and Keyboard. Let your imagination take you to spring in Paris as the band play tribute to Django Reinhardt and Stephan Grapelli.

This will be the Club’s last outdoor function until the warmer weather returns and will fi ll fast. To avoid disappointment early reservations are recommended. A Club Table will be available for members attending unaccompanied or wishing to meet other members.

Cost Inclusions: 2 course BBQ dinner and coffee/Beverage to Member Account

Up Close With the BazKat Jazz & Dance Quartet

Date: Friday 22 June Time: 7pm

Cost: $45Dress: Modern Business Professional

Now the cooler weather is upon us, we move indoors to the charming Glasgow Room for the fi rst of the Club’s ‘Up Close With’ Cabaret evenings in 2012. We welcome the BazKat Jazz & Dance Quartet who will perform light jazz tunes whilst dining followed by groovy dance music for those members wishing to trip the light fantastic. We may even see members of the USC Dance classes strutting their stuff?

Cost inclusions: Live entertainment, 2 course dinner & coffee. Beverage charged consumption

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Chef ’s Table DinnerDate: Thursday 21 June

Time: 6.30pmCost: $110

Dress: Business

Take a seat at the Chef ’s Table Dinner

Members and their guests are invited to experience the intimacy of the Montpelier Room at our monthly Chef ’s Table Dinner. Enjoy a magnifi cent fi ve course degustation dinner prepared by the Head Chef, Mark Rowsell-Turner and accompanied by a selection of elegant wines chosen to complement each course. This event is limited to 12, so book early to avoid disappointment.

Cost inclusions: Five Course Dinner, Coffee and Table Wine.

Tea at the ClubDate: Wednesday 20 June

Time: 10.30amCost: $29

Dress: Modern Business Professional

‘The Battle of the Book, iPad and Dropbox’

Do you have a book fetish? Do you fi nd yourself buying new books that you have absolutely no time to read because you think you will “one day” or that it will look good on your bookshelf? Are you the proud owner of the new ‘it’ toy? If the answer is yes, then join professional organiser Kerri Rodley for morning tea. Kerri will provide an insight in the world of electronic organising along with some hints and tips to organise your cluttered bookshelves. For members attending on their own, a Club table will be arranged.

Cost inclusions: Bubbles on arrival, 3-tiered stand of scones with jam and cream, ribbon sandwiches and delicate cakes and pastries, tea and coffee.

DIARY DATES:Thursday 9 August: Patron’s Dinner

Saturday 18 August: Vietnam Veterans’ Day Luncheon

Wednesday 22 August: Single Malt Whisky Dinner

Saturday 1 September: Club Wine Expo

Saturday 13 October: President’s Ball

Tuesday 6 November: Ladies Melbourne Cup Luncheon

Saturday 1 December: Club 120th Birthday Dinner


coming events

May

Thursday 17 Chef's Table Dinner 6.30pmWaitlist Applies

Business

Friday 18 Trivia Dinner 7pm $39.50Modern Professional

Friday 25 Terrace Jazz & Grill 5.30pm $29.50Modern Professional

June

Wednesday 6 Queensland Day Luncheon 12noon $55Modern Professional

Wednesday 20 Tea at the Club 10.30am $29 Modern Professional

Thursday 21 Chef ’s Table Dinner 6.30pm $110 Business

Friday 22 Up Close With 7pm $45Modern Professional

Friday 29 Penfold’s Wine Dinner 7pm $160 Business

July

Wednesday 11External Concert Yes Prime Minister

6pmWaitlist Applies

Modern Professional

Saturday 14 Bastille Day Dinner 7pm TBA Business

Thursday 19 Chef ’s Table Dinner 6.30pm $110 Business

Wednesday 25 Wine Tasting 6pm $28.50Modern Professional

Thursday 26External ConcertJersey Boys

6pm $170Modern Professional

CLUB EVENT RESERVATIONSTo: Kim Fisher

Telephone: 3834 3625 Email: [email protected]

Club Event Booking Policy:• Reservations for all Club events are to be received no later than 48 hours prior to

event or as advertised.• Reservations for Club events will be re-confi rmed directly with members via

telephone or email prior to event.• Dietary requirements are required no later than 48 hours prior to event.• Cancellations/amendments are to advised by telephone or email to the Membership

& Member Services Manager, 48 hours prior to event otherwise a cancellation fee will apply.

Keeping in Touch:DO WE HAVE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS?To receive advance notice on What’s On in your Club, future events and club promotions please register your email address with the Club.

E X T E R N A L C O N C E R T S

Penfolds Wine DinnerTime: 7pmCost: $160

Dress: Business

Don’t miss the Wine Dinner of the Year. We welcome Wine Maker, Stephanie Dutton as our special guest for the evening.

Stephanie’s relationship with Penfolds started in 2007 at the historical heartland of Penfolds, Magill Estate in Adelaide. “Just to be involved is an honour. I feel a strong custodial responsibility and loyalty being attached to the Penfolds winemaking team. The experience certainly isn’t lost on me, no part of it is taken for granted.” Stephanie came to winemaking after discovering the magic and craft of great wine while working in fi ne dining restaurants throughout university. Since then, she has fashioned an impressive mix of skills, practice and qualifi cations to secure her role as a fi ne wine specialist.

Stephanie’s passion for her current role as Penfolds Ambassador lies not only in being a member of the team that makes iconic wines such as Grange, nor to work in the same stable as winemaking icons Ray Beck and with the late Max Schubert, but the chance to be able to share stories of the new, emerging and innovative wines from Penfolds with wine enthusiasts, restaurateurs and media both here and abroad.

The evening will feature an exquisite 5 course dinner crafted by Chef Mark with accompanying Penfold wines, three of which have been hand selected from the Club cellar. As this event will be a sell-out, early reservations are recommended.

Cost inclusions: 5 course dinner and table wine, and a most memorable member experience.

Jersey BoysTime: 6.00pm

Venue: Lyric TheatreDress: Modern Business Professional

Cost: Dinner & Concert Package - $170Single See & Stay - $275

Double See & Stay - $485Premium See & Stay - $505

JERSEY BOYS is the story of Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi. This is the story of how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sounds and sold 175 million records worldwide -- all before they were thirty. Featuring all their hits including Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like A Man, Bye Bye Baby (Baby Goodbye), Working My Way Back To You, Oh What A Night and Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.

Cost includes: A reserve seating, 2 course dinner and beverage, return transfers, supper and accommodation (See & Stay Package).

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member services

Town and Country MembersThe bulk of Club Members are categorised as either Town or Country Members. Town Members permanently reside within 50 kilometres of the Brisbane GPO and Country Members permanently reside outside 50 kilometres from the Brisbane GPO. Members residing interstate or overseas may be categorised as Country Members if there is reasonable access to a reciprocal Club. Where such reasonable access is not available, the category of Visiting (Remote) Membership is available. Town and country Members are further sub-categorised as Service or Civilian Members depending on whether the Member has ever held commissioned rank in the Australian or an Allied Defence Force. There is no difference in subscription rates between Service and Civilian Members.

Active Serving Offi cerThis category is defi ned as an offi cer currently serving in the ADF as part of the PMF or the Active Reserve, or be an offi cer serving in the Standby Reserve but currently contracted to serve on Continuous Full Time Service or under the provisions of the Defence Act (Section 50). A concessionary rate of subscription applies to this category.

Associate MemberThis category applies to a person who is the spouse or partner, widow or widower of a Club Member or the child of a Member aged between 18-30 years. A concessionary rate of subscription applies and no Entrance Fee is payable. Associate Members enjoy all the privileges of Membership except that they cannot vote at General Meetings of Members or stand for election to the Club Committee.

Senior MemberThis category applies to a person who has been a Member

for a period or periods totalling not less than 35 years. A concessionary rate of subscription applies. This concessionary rate is applied automatically by the Club based on our Membership records.

Retired MembersA person who has been a Town or Country Member for a period or periods totalling not less than 10 years and who is permanently retired from the workforce may be categorised as a Retired Member. A concessionary rate of subscription applies but is dependant on the Member providing advice to the Club of the change in employment status.

Perpetual MembersPerpetual Membership is available to Town or Country Members aged 55 years or more. Members wishing to transfer to this category will be required to pay a once only subscription the equivalent of ten times the current annual subscription applicable to the Member. For example, a current Town Member whose 2010/11 subscription is $580 per annum would be required to pay $5,800 to be categorised as a Perpetual Member. However, a Perpetual Member pays no further subscriptions during their lifetime. Perpetual Membership may be attractive to some current or new Members, aged 55 years or more, who are geographically stable and who anticipate being able and desirous of utilising the Club’s facilities over the next 10 years or more. The subscription applicable to Perpetual Membership is non refundable and non-transferable.

If you are interested in discussing these Membership categories in more detail, please contact Membership & Member Services Manager, Kim Fisher on 3834 3625 and she will be pleased to assist.

Membership CategoriesWith annual Membership subscriptions falling due in June, it seems appropriate to refresh Members’ awareness of the different categories of Membership available at the Club and the varying amounts of subscription that apply to different categories.

USC Wine Cellar ON SALEOver 2 weeks the USC Cellar will offer Members a wide range of Wines at exceptional prices. Discounts will range from 10% up to 50% OFF Cellar Retail Prices.Members can choose from a wide selection of wine types across many regions.

Also on offer to Members during this 2 week period will be a range of “Premium Wines” released from the Clubs Cellars Vintage stock for the fi rst time ! (Including a full selection of Penfolds Premium cellared Wines)

ALL Stock has limited quantities so members are encouraged to get in early.

Sale Starts Saturday 26 May from 9am until 12 midday and then continues during normal USC Cellar Bar trading hours until 6pm on Friday 8th June 2012.


member services

Billiard and Snooker Competition

Registrations are still open for the Club’s Billiard and Snooker competitions. Members interested in participating should register with Membership & Member Services Manager, Kim Fisher on 3834 3625 or [email protected].

Literary Club ReviewThe Year of the HareThe “Year of the Hare” is one of more than 30 novels by Arto Paasilinna. It was fi rst published in 1975 as Jäniksen vuosi, but was not published in English until 1995. The book has been translated into 18 languages, awarded three international prises, and has resulted in two fi lms.

The book is a fanciful tale of the adventures of a journalist Vatanen who drops out of society. Returning from an assignment with his photographer, their car sideswipes a young hare. Vatanen impulsively leaves the car to search for the wounded animal in the woods. When he doesn’t return, the photographer leaves. Vatanen fi nding the hare carefully tends for it during the night and establishes a bond with it. The more he thought about his life, wife, and job the gloomier he would become, while the more he allowed himself to enjoy his surroundings in the woods, the friendly villagers and the quiet companionship of the hare the happier he became. Seemingly without thinking about it he makes arrangements to separate himself from civilisation.

Once his links have been cut he travels from place to place throughout Finland during all four seasons. With the hare as his main company and the interactions with the people that he meets providing many humorous light episodes the book provides easy reading together with interesting perspectives of Finish culture of the 1970’s.

The book appeared to contain many layers of meaning with some variations in interpretation by different members of the literary group leading to extensive discussion.

Stephen Jones

Mah JongAre you interested in learning or playing the world’s most stimulating and challenging table game? Passionate Mahjong instructor and Club member Cheryl Kerr has offered to facilitate the group with sessions to be held on Wednesday afternoons between 1-4pm. Cost will be $10 per person including afternoon tea. To record your interest please contact Kim Fisher on 3834 3625 or [email protected]

Diamond Jubilee Church ServiceBrisbane

Sunday 20th May 2012 - 9.30am The Victoria League invites Members of The United Service Club to join in celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of the reign of Queen Elizabeth II at a special church service at St. John’s Cathedral, Ann St Brisbane on Sunday 20th May 2012 at 9.30am (seated by 9.15am).

The service will be in the presence of Her Excellency, Ms Penelope Wensley AC, Governor of Queensland. All denominations have been invited to attend and the service format will be Matins. The service will include some of the music from The Queen’s Coronation. The Cathedral Bells will be rung before the service to commemorate Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee.

This commemorative service is the perfect opportunity to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.

Tea Cup CollectionThank you to the following members for their kind donations which are now on display in the Club foyer; Jenny Walker, Susan Whiteman, Penny Vandeleur, Frances Hannah and Vicki Keane. We will continue to accept donations from Club members. If you have a set (cup, saucer and side plate) and would like to donate, please leave at Reception for the attention of Kim Fisher. One note – if your tea cup set is a family heirloom or has a special place in your home, we would suggest it will be better at home, whilst the utmost care will be taken, we can not guarantee it will survive the perils of our busy kitchen.

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Reciprocal Club Review

Huntley Lodge Christchurch67 Yaldhurst Road

Upper Riccarton, Christchurch

New Zealand 8042

P: 0011 64 3 348 8435

E: [email protected]

W: www.huntleylodge.co.nz

Accommodation: Yes

Whilst the Christchurch Club is under repair from earth quake damage, members are welcome to utilise the facilities of Huntley Lodge.

Originally built in 1876 and set amidst park-like gardens, Huntley Lodge offers all the charms of yesteryear, combined with

modern luxuries. The main house retains many of its original features, with recent renovation work having restored even more original character back into this grand old home. Huntley Lodge offers guests a unique, luxury accommodation, dining and conference experience.

AccommodationWake up at Huntley Lodge to an accommodation experience like no other. Each of the 12 guestrooms have a balcony or patio overlooking the pool and manicured lawns. You can choose from a Garden Room,

Garden Suite, or Self-Contained Apartment to match your length of stay and personal preferences. The architecturally-designed rooms, suites and apartments are in harmony with the style and period of the original homestead yet with the advantages of modern facilities and features.

Current Accommodation Packages includes an R&R: Relax and Revitalise package for NZ$599 per couple and a Total Decadence package for NZ$799 per couple. Please see the Huntley Lodge website for further details and bookings.

DiningDining at Huntley Lodge is a luxurious experience in itself, with the main dining room in the original homestead providing an intimate, stylish setting. Combine this peaceful setting with cuisine prepared using

only the freshest of ingredients, much of it sourced from local producers, and they guarantee your fi ne tastes will be met.

A Letter of Introduction is required when visiting Huntley Lodge and can be obtained by contacting Club Reception on 3831 4433 or [email protected]

A full list of our reciprocal partners can be viewed on the Club’s Website www.unitedserviceclub.com.au

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C l u b C o m m i t t e ePresident Dennis ScanlanImmediate Past President Geoff CollessVice-President Jenny WalkerTreasurer Don CrombieCommittee Members Simon Bliss Trevor de Carteret Paul Doyle Chris Hamilton Geoff Jones Andrew King Ray McNab Susan Oag

Club Contact Details183 Wickham Terrace Brisbane Qld 4000P: (07) 3831 44 33 F: 07 3832 6307E: [email protected]: www.unitedserviceclub.com.au

General ManagerPhil [email protected]

Deputy General Manager OperationsGreg [email protected]

Finance & Administration ManagerSimon Portwayfi [email protected]

Membership & Member Services ManagerKim [email protected]

Head ChefMark [email protected]

Functions ManagerGerard [email protected]

House ManagerSarah [email protected]

Food & Beverage Operations ManagerMatthew [email protected]

Reciprocal Feedback:I have recently returned from London. The stay at the Naval and Military Club (The In and Out Club) in St James Square was a highlight. The location was fabulous – just a minutes’ walk to Pall Mall, Piccadilly, Buckingham Palace and surrounds. Facilities were excellent and staff very hospitable. Highly recommended to members passing through London. Rates were very reasonable for such a prestigious address, $170 GBP on weekdays and $100 GBP on weekends (plus VAT). Full English breakfast for $6 GBPs.

Greg Mapson - Club Member

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