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Gerard De Jong is one of our unsung volunteers, who you can sometimes catch emptying the club's garbage bins.
When I caught him in the act last week and thanked him, he made just one request - could we ask members to take more care in putting the right materials in the right bin? He finds it very annoying, and disappointing, when he finds food scraps in one of the recycling bins.
So "please be careful".
The AGM took place on Saturday 29 September and was well attended by members.
The Committee was pleased to report a very successful year, made possible by the wonderful support of our team of directors, the Bridge Education Sub Committee, the Tournament Sub Committee and the many helpers who assist in the running of the club.
The past year has been a busy year for the outgoing committee, and I thank them for all their hard work. A special thanks to Terry Rothwell and John Rogers who are stepping down from the Committee. The new Committee has now been elected, and I welcome Ken Watson and Susan Eason on board.
Our Club has always planned for the future, to meet the needs of both current and future members.
One important aspect is the premises, and we hope to get an update from Council before the end of the year.
Another important aspect is continual renewal of our volunteer base. Our Club depends on volunteer help by our members in order to keep operating. Some of our volunteers have helped for decades and continue to do so.
Bringing in new helpers is essential, so that fresh energy and ideas can help the club to thrive. I invite all of you to think about helping the club, especially if you are one of our newer members.
The 2018 AGM saw some changes to our management committee:
- John Rogers and Terry Rothwell did not renominate after several years of very valuable contribution as Committee members - they are still continuing to provide huge contributions in other areas
- Ken Watson joins the Committee - Ken is a long term club member, has been a committee member before and is our current Technology Working Group coordinator ensuring, in particular, that our computers work as they should and our critical data is backed up
- Susan Eason joins the Committee - Susan is a keen newer player and we look forward to her perspective and contribution to the Committee and the club.
Whenever I attend one of Joan’s workshops, I come away thinking, ‘How does she do that? She makes something difficult seem so simple!’ Her next counting workshop at our Club will be no exception. Come along to learn a technique that will improve not only your game, but also the enjoyment of the game. See you there.
Check the workshop details and how to register. Presented by one of Australia’s best-known bridge teachers, Joan Butts, this workshop is multi-level and suitable for players of all abilities.
I would like to invite members to participate in this members-only, red-point trophy event which will be played on four successive Mondays commencing 8 October.
It is an "individual" event. To be eligible to win, a member must play with a different member each week - the best three scores will count.
No need to sign up. Just turn up on 8 October. Check the event details in the calendar. Trish Giles has won the 2017 Stebbins competition, ahead of runner-up Anne Small.
Alan Davies, convener
Please join me in welcoming two new Club Directors, Sandie Rooke and Susan Jensen.
They both recently completed the directors' exam and are looking forward to assisting the Club's players in this very important activity.
We are always on the lookout for new directors. If anyone has an interest, please let me know.
Alan Davies, Chief Director
Check the 2018 Peninsula Bridge Club Income and Expense Report. Balance Sheet and accompanying Treasurer's Report that will be considered at our Annual General Meeting on Saturday 29 September.
A number of printed copies will be available at the club for those unable to access the financial statements linked in this article.
