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December was another busy month for Peninsula.

I went to New Zealand In November and had a wonderful 2 week trip. Whist I was cycling and kayaking, the new committee was working very hard to take on their new roles and ensure the continuing smooth operation of the Club. Renewing fees and distributing diaries began in December, and we are set for another year of bridge. 

A highlight of December was the Christmas party, which I was very sorry to miss. The room was full to capacity and a great time was had by all. Thanks to the many helpers and organisers, who together make these events possible. Thanks in particular to Gayle King who has come on to the committee this year and did a marvellous job of organising the event.

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Lynn Baker received her Australian Bridge Federation accreditation as a teacher in October 2017.

She follows in the footsteps of members Cath Whiddon, Sue Falkingham and Vickie Busteed who have also received accreditation.

There was some uncertainty about whether the Club will be open on New Year's Day. The answer is yes!

Cassandra Mitchell has kindly volunteered to direct the session, so if you wish to start the year on a bridge note please come along.

So you have a burning question or suggestion about the way the club works and players interact? Why do we turn over the contract after the opening lead? Why don't we turn it over until the opening lead? Why don't we all wear name tags. Are players allowed to stop the play and claim the rest of the tricks?

Ask the club guru! Simply send you suggestion or question to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - or drop a note to the guru and place it in the Suggestion Box to be found soon outside the office.

The questions and answers will be published on this site as an ongoing resource of frequently asked questions. Some may also lead to other responses such as a director pre-session chat, an informative article or even a suggestion to the Committee regarding a change of operating procedure or playing rule.

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Vivien Eldridge and Alan Davies triumphed in the 2017 Sloman Competition, ahead of Beryl Dawson and Yvonne Perkins.

This annual competition is held on Mondays across the whole year.

No-one took a photo on the day so this photo is repurposed from one taken a couple of weeks earlier when they won the November Swiss Pairs.

In a tight final round Cath Whiddon and David Farmer overtook leaders Col Dempster and Brian Ody to win the 2017 Padman Trophy. This was despite David putting Cath into an impossible slam - "Slam seemed to be possible, and there was no way I could think of to ask the questions I wanted to - and I am an optimist...". 

Col Dempster and Brian Ody were the 2017 Padman Trophy runners-up.

No-one took a photo on the night and so this is a repurposed photo from earlier in the year.

Anyone been wondering what’s behind the grey screen in the north west corner of the club room? All will be revealed this week in the lead up to the Christmas party this Sunday. There was a lucky pair on the waiting list who have got the last tickets but otherwise sadly, it is all sold out and no walk ins.

On Sunday the bar will open at 9.30. Bridge play starts at 10.30 until 4pm. Please bring a plate of your wonderful morning tea delights (savoury preferred) for everyone to enjoy on the day.

Queries please contact Gayle on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Put together six victories out of six (a rare feat for most of us) and wine and cheese and there is room for some contentment.

Such was my fortunate experience with the Club Teams Championship with team mates Alan Davies, Vivien Eldridge and Catherine Whiddon - with a score of 93.8, just beating the fast-finishing Draper team (Ray Bragge, Michael and Margaret Draper, and Anne Small) on 91.3.

It was a great event enjoyed by it seemed all participants. You can check the full results on our site.