Dear Members,
The current Global financial crisis is impacting all of us to some degree. Thankfully it will have limited impact on your Club as the Club is debt free and has secure investments returning a solid yield. Hence the Club will maintain provision of superb food and beverages at the lowest prices, heaps of entertainment – much of it free of charge and daily promotions where you can be fully involved for only a couple of dollars.
The Club offers a complete outing for hospitality and entertainment, whether you have a tight budget or not.
The introduction of no smoking for all internal/enclosed areas of the Club July 2008 resulted in a reduction of sales and a change to patronage patterns. It is most pleasing to report that members have readily adjusted to the legislation and the Club has now largely recouped the reduction of trading. Both the RSL and Club Burwood have numerous outdoor areas to accommodate smokers.
Community Support by your Club
The Club has continued it’s tradition to serve all Members’ of the Club, the Burwood community and neighbouring suburbs the best it possibly can. In addition to providing a welcoming, friendly and secure environment for citizens, particularly the elderly, subsidised amenities such as entertainment, sporting facilities, meeting rooms, function accommodation and affordable dining, the Club has contributed enormously with direct financial support
For the 12 months ended 31st August 2008, the Club provided direct Community support to the massive value of $612,235.
The support is focused on local charitable or community organisations who do not receive any government funding. Particular emphasis is placed on assisting people with disabilities, aged, people from non-English speaking backgrounds, women and young children. The Club is also a strong supporter of amateur sport.
Membership Renewals
All memberships, 1 or 5 year, expiring December 2008 is now due for renewal. Both 1 & 5 year renewals processed prior to Christmas day will receive their money back in 'play and dine' points. The membership renewal form is on the reverse of the addressee cover page within the plastic envelope of this magazine.
Christmas Activities
To assist members in forward planning for the festive season the following information is provided:
- Burwood RSL Club will be open from 11am to midnight on Christmas Day with the Heritage Restaurant, Café and Function centre all open for Christmas lunch feast. The Café will remain open all day. Club Burwood will be closed on Christmas day, normal trading all other days.
- All the RSL Club raffles will include a minimum of 20 hams plus other Christmas fare of the 55 prizes per raffle, with the exception of Mondays, being held from 24th November to 24th December, 2008.
- All Club promotions over the Christmas festive period will continue as normal except for Christmas day all promotions will be cancelled. Refer to separate advertisement for dining and entertainment on Christmas day.
Promotions
The Club conducts many great promotions, some of which are detailed in this magazine. There are many Christmas, school holiday activities including Family Carols with Santa (Tuesday 9/12/08), Milky Bar Kids Christmas Show and family raffle (Saturday 20/12/08), family Bingo and Movies during January. All promotions are advertised within the respective Club. On behalf of the Board of Directors, Management and Staff, I wish all members a happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Additionally I extend thanks to all members for your continued support and contribution to the Club.
Kind regards |
