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Rogues Sports Bar Open

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The latest club refurbishment, Rogues Sports Bar, was opened Tuesday 14 December by Club President Daryl Melham AM, at a private function that included members of the RWC Darts Club and Snooker Club, for whom both the Snooker tables and dart boards were retained in the upgraded facilities.

Boasting so many TV’s, punters will now be spoilt for choice amongst the walls of viewing pleasure, headlined by 2 superb 158″ large screen TV’s, blasting all of your favourite teams.

A vast array of beverages awaits the thirsty, with various beers on tap – including a Guinness, a delicious cocktail list and even a list of tasty alcohol free beverages that would tingle the tastebuds of even the most staunch of drinkers.

The tasty food menu is available to be ordered either at the bar or via QR code at your table. The delicious American inspired style boasts all of your favourites – plus some new and exciting menu items.

We are very much loving the new addition to Revesby Workers’ Club!

Directors Report Club Journal NDJ 2021/22

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Kylie Wilkinson Director

What an interesting and challenging year this has been so far. However, despite the COVID lockdown the Club has not been standing still and has certainly put this time to good use.

ROGUES SPORTS BARWork on the refurbishment of the Sports Bar has been moving full steam ahead. The newly named Rogues Sports Bar will see improvements that members can enjoy like a modern bar facility, two new large TV screens and a reworked TAB area. The Sports Bar will be serving assorted burgers and fries and have a seated area that opens up to the outdoors to create an open and light area to relax in and socialise.

In keeping with the tradition and history of the Sports Bar, the 6 full size billiard tables and 12 dart boards will remain and be relocated within this new space. The renovations are expected to be completed in early December 2021 so we will soon be welcoming back our snooker and darts players and sport enthusiasts to enjoy their new surrounds. I also would like to invite other patrons of all ages to explore and enjoy the new modern Rogues Sports Bar for a drink or a light meal.

BIYANI HOUSE REVESBY

Revesby Workers’ Club has continued to support the development of Biyani House Revesby Women’s Shelter which will open in November 2021. Biyani House is the only facility of its type in the whole of the Canterbury-Bankstown Council area and will offer great support for women and their children fleeing domestic violence. Revesby Workers’ staff have helped tremendously to get the shelter up and running by assisting with electrical work, gardening, replacing lights and administrative support. The Club has also contributed over $130,000 to the renovation and refurbishment of the home and will contribute each year to the ongoing administration costs of the shelter. 

SPORTING AND SOCIAL CLUBS

After a long winter without sport, it’s great to see sporting and social clubs back up and running and members enjoying some long-awaited activities on the fields. Our Summer sports like cricket, touch footy and little athletics should all be back this month with our kids hopefully running around with their friends and teammates. And it is also the time for many of our other social and sporting groups to re-commence their regular activities and shared interests with their friends.

POST LOCKDOWN

I would like to say a big thank you to all the staff who worked during the lockdown to ensure the club was in a good position to open again. Special mention to our Executive and the People and Culture teams that worked hard ensuring our staff were kept engaged and cared for during the period of the lockdown. It was wonderful to be part of the ‘Mental Fitness’ initiative the Club introduced in September 2021 for all our staff.

This program, hosted by media personality Gus Worland from the Gotcha for Life initiative, focused on keeping staff connected with each other, let them know they were valued and that their colleagues and managers really did care about their wellbeing.The Board and staff are delighted to see all the members back in the Club again.

We hope you have the opportunity to take part in some of the many activities the Club will be offering over the coming months, or to visit us and enjoy a drink or meal with friends.I wish you all the best for the festive season and hope you can catch up with family and friends at this time, or maybe even commence travelling again for your holidays.

 

Ian Stromborg OAM Director

As the Liaison Director for Revesby Workers’ Sports Club, which underwent a complete renovation in July 2017, to reaffirm its strong focus on the values of family and local sporting and social groups, I am pleased to update you on some recent changes.Whilst Revesby Workers’ Sports Club has two and a half well maintained greens supporting the Revesby Workers’ Club men’s and women’s bowls clubs, it’s important that the club be established as a true home for all our sporting clubs, which is why we have continued to work tirelessly on achieving this.

With this goal in mind, we have made considerable investments into the Club to make ensure it is a true destination. Earlier this year we appointed a new caterer, Alpha Global Catering. With a proven track record for success, Alpha Global Catering already operates several other bistros located at Seven Hills RSL, Fox Hills Golf Club, Pennant Hills Bowling Club and West Pennant Hills Sports Club to name a few.

The team got off to a flying start, pre lockdown, with many members raving about the menu variety, quality and value.Additionally, and just in time for summer, there have been twelve picnic style table settings added to the outdoor area next to the bowling greens. This will not only provide additional seating space but allow our members and guests the option to enjoy a cold beer and a delicious meal in the outdoors.If you haven’t visited Revesby Workers’ Sports Club before, now is the time.

Executive Report RWC Journal NDJ 2021/22

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Dear Members,

At the time of writing this Report, we have surpassed 3 months of lockdown and 3 months since the doors of Revesby Workers’ Club regrettably closed due to the delta strain of COVID-19. The Premier’s daily 11am announcement quickly became the focus point for all NSW residents as we awaited an update on COVID cases and how our future may look. We were extremely excited to re-open our doors to welcome our members and their guests back into the Club.

While operations of the Club in the immediate future are governed by NSW Public Health Orders, we will continue to keep our patrons updated as things change and as restrictions are eased.

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all members for their patience and understanding during the last three months and for your continued patronage as you have returned to the Club as soon as our doors re-opened.

We would also like to thank our loyal staff, many of whom have not been on site since 26 June 2021. When the closure was first announced, as you can imagine, returning to work after such an extended absence takes some getting used to and our employees have displayed our core values (Adaptable, Teamwork, Support, Strength) extremely well during this time. It is times like this that make us proud to be the Community Club that we are.

CLUB RE-OPENING

As highlighted briefly above, how the Club operates in the immediate future will be dictated by the Public Health Order. Management and staff will continue to follow the Public Health Order and communicate any updates to patrons if and when things change. Upon re-opening, only those who are fully vaccinated will be permitted in the Club and only fully vaccinated staff members will be permitted back to work in the interim as dictated by the NSW Government in their Public Health Order to take effect 11 October 2021.

We will continue use QR codes for sign in purposes and our guest relations officers will request to sight your vaccination certificate upon entry as we are required to do. Once again, the Public Health Order will dictate the acceptable format in which we receive your vaccination certificate. We understand the requirements of signing in may cause slight delays upon entering the Club and we remind you that we require this as per state legislation. We would appreciate your patience during this time.

Staff will continue to ensure we are abiding by the 1 per 4 square metre rule indoors and 1 to 2 square metre outdoors and will be enforcing masks be worn indoors at all times. Functions will once again be permitted, however, governed by the same 1 per 4 square metre rule outlined in the Public Health Order.Our future obviously looks somewhat different to the past, but we have recovered from a lockdown in 2020 and we are confident that together, with the support of patrons and our staff, we will return to some kind of “normal” again in the future.

SENIORS’ CONCERTS

Sadly, our Seniors’ Concerts have been put on hold once again due to COVID restrictions. We are aware our Senior Members look forward to this highly anticipated event, however, we are unable to hold an event of this size under current restrictions.

We are hopeful that our first concert will take place in December 2021 and will be permitted with eased restrictions. Once again, Members should note that the Seniors’ Concert guidelines have been amended to comply with COVID regulations and these guidelines are available on the Club’s website.

A reminder that Seniors’ Concert’s will incur a $2 charge per ticket. The $2 will be a donation to the Bill Bullard Charity Foundation which can support the outstanding work of organisations such as the Asbestos Diseases Research Institute. Those attending the concerts will be required to check in via the QR code to ensure the NSW Government have a complete and accurate record of all persons entering the Club premises. We confirm that entry will be determined upon the Public Health Order published at the time of the event.

REMEMBRANCE DAY

We would like to advise members that our Remembrance Day event will still take place this year on Thursday 11 November 2021. The event, similar to last year, will be by invitation only as it will be governed by the NSW Government’s Public Health Order which imposes limitations on capacity.

Based on the Public Health Order which took effect on 11 October 2021, we believe that the event will be restricted to 1 per 2 square metres as an outdoor event and only those fully vaccinated are permitted to attend. Once RSVPs have been received any remaining tickets will be made available to members at a limit of 2 tickets per member. Tickets available to members will be provided on a first in first served basis and proof of vaccination will be required when collecting tickets.

We apologise to our members for the limitations on this event, however, until such time as the Public Health Order is removed, we continue to follow the Order to ensure the safety of our members and staff. More information will be provided closer to the event.

STAFF TALK MENTAL HEALTH WITH GUS WORLAND

On Wednesday, 29 September 2021 we were extremely fortunate to secure a 1 hour zoom session with Gus Worland, Founder of Gotcha4Life – a not for profit mental fitness charity. This session was a fabulous way to maintain our communication and engagement with staff who have not been onsite since 26 June 2021.

Gus who you may also know from his time in breakfast radio with TripleM led a very informal yet engaging discussion on mental health. He shared some personal stories that really emphasised the importance of speaking up if you are struggling with mental health and he went on to outline the statistics around suicide rates in Australia.

We were very conscious that after almost a 4 month absence from work, our staff may struggle returning to full time and their absence could possibly have taken a toll on their mental health. Our staff were extremely engaged with Gus as they heard statistics such as 9 people a day dying from suicide on average 7 men and 2 women with 1 Australian every two and a half hours taking their life.

Staff did not shy away from asking questions and participated in a number of activities to reach out to their support network and also engage with someone they may have not spoken to in over 3 months. The activities emphasised the importance of regular contact with friends and family and how a simple message to someone can really make their day.

For anyone interested in knowing more about Gus Worland and Gotcha4Life, you can find further details at www.gotcha4life.org.

Covid-19 Update

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Updated Restrictions  |  Effective Friday 25 February 2022

Face Masks are no longer mandatory in all public indoor venues.

No other COVID restrictions apply.

Updated Restrictions  |  Effective Friday 18 February 2022

Current COVID restrictions effective from 12.01am Friday 18 February 2022 are as follows;

  • Area capacity limits NO longer apply for indoor areas.
  • QR Code Check-In is NO longer required for entry.
  • Singing and dancing is NOW permitted indoors.

Face Masks will remain mandatory in all public indoor venues until Friday 25 February 2022.

Updated Restrictions  |  Effective Thursday 27 January 2022

Current settings will continue from Thursday, 27 January 2022 until Monday, 28 February 2022, including:

  • Hospitality venues, including pubs, clubs, restaurants and cafes, and nightclubs must follow the one person per two square metre rule indoors;
  • Masks are required in all indoor settings (except residences). Masks are strongly encouraged where you cannot maintain a safe distance from others;
  • QR code check-ins are compulsory at certain premises, including hospitality venues and retail shops;
  • Singing and dancing is not permitted in hospitality venues, entertainment facilities, nightclubs, indoor music festivals and indoor major recreation facilities (except for weddings, performers, instructors and students).

Updated Restrictions  |  Effective Friday 24 December 2021 & Monday 27 December 2021

The following NSW Government restrictions will apply when visiting the Club from

Friday 24 December 2021;

All restrictions from 15 December remain in place except for the following;

  • Masks MUST be worn by ALL patrons and staff in INDOOR areas.

The following NSW Government restrictions will apply when visiting the Club from

Monday 27 December 2021;

All restrictions from 15 December remain in place except for the following;

  • Masks MUST be worn by ALL patrons and staff in INDOOR areas.
  • ALL INDOOR areas will operate under a 1 Person per 2 square metre rule.

Both of these updated restrictions will remain in place until at least Thursday 27 January 2022.

Updated Restrictions  |  Effective Wednesday 15 December 2021

The following NSW Government restrictions will apply when visiting the Club from Wednesday 15 December 2021;

  • Proof of Vaccination is NO longer required for entry into the Club.
  • All patrons MUST continue to Check-In via Service NSW COVID Safe Check-In
  • Masks are NOT required for patrons. However, strongly encouraged where social distancing isn’t possible.
  • Masks MUST be worn by Hospitality Venue Staff who are not fully vaccinated.
  • Drinking alcohol indoors and outdoors may be seated or standing.
  • Singing and dancing is permitted indoors and outdoors.
  • Area capacity limits NO longer apply for indoor and outdoor areas.

COVID Marshals will be present to ensure patrons are adhering to these restrictions and that hand sanitiser stations remain well stocked and heavy use public touch points are regularly sanitised.

UPDATED Restrictions | From Monday 18 October 2021

The following NSW Government restrictions will apply when visiting the Club from Monday 18 October 2021;

  • All patrons MUST be fully vaccinated or have a medical exemption.
  • All patrons MUST wear masks inside the venue, if they are not eating or drinking.
  • Masks MUST be worn by Hospitality Venue Staff at all times.
  • Drinking alcohol while standing is NOW permitted inside
  • Dancing is NOW permitted
  • Singing is NOT permitted, except for performers

Area capacity limits of one (1) person per two (2) square metres applies for indoor and outdoor areas.

COVID Marshals will be present to ensure patrons are adhering to these restrictions and that hand sanitiser stations remain well stocked and heavy use public touch points are regularly sanitised.

Getting Your COVID-19 Vaccination Record Just Got Easier  |  Friday 15 October 2021

You can now integrate your COVID-19 digital vaccination certificate on to the Service NSW app. This makes checking in and showing your vaccination record easier and quicker.

How to get it; Please make sure that you update your Services NSW App before attempting to link your accounts!

  1. Ensure your Federal MyGov account is linked to Medicare
  2. Download the Express Plus Medicare app and sign in with your MyGov account details
  3. Select ‘Proof of vaccinations’ and then ‘View history’
  4. Select ‘Share with check in app’ and then ‘Service NSW’

COVID-19 Update  | Wednesday 6 October 2021

To all our Members and Guests,

The NSW Government has announced that the Greater Sydney lockdown period will conclude at the end of this week and we are pleased to confirm that we will be opening our doors at 9.00am on Monday 11 October.

Whilst we can’t wait to welcome all our members and guests back into the Club, there is some important information to note.

The health and safety of our members, guests and employees is of the utmost importance and we are committed to doing everything we can to continue to make our venues safe places to visit.

The following NSW Government restrictions will apply when visiting the Club;

  • All patrons MUST be fully vaccinated or have a medical exemption.
  • All patrons MUST wear masks inside the venue, if they are not eating or drinking.
  • Masks MUST be worn by Hospitality Venue Staff at all times.
  • Drinking alcohol while standing is NOT permitted inside
  • Dancing and Singing is NOT permitted

Area capacity limits of one (1) person per four (4) square metres apply for indoor areas and one (1) person per two (2) square metres apply for outdoor areas.

COVID Marshals will be present to ensure patrons are adhering to these restrictions and that hand sanitiser stations remain well stocked and heavy use public touch points are regularly sanitised.

What you’ll need for entry into the Club;

1. Face Masks mandatory in all public indoor venues

2. A financial Membership Card for members, or a Drivers Licence  for guests

3. COVID-19 Vaccination Record or Medical Exemption. This can be verified a couple of ways;

  • Express Plus Medicare App
  • Medicare Account via My Gov
  • Australian Immunisation History Statement
  • My Health Record via My Gov
  • Medical Exemption Statement

For more information on How to Get Your COVID-19 Vaccination Record click here or visit Services Australia
Please note non-vaccinated young people aged under 16 will only be able to visit the Club with members of their household.

4. Check In  via the Service NSW COVID Safe Check-In. COVID Safe Check In can be done in two (2) ways;

  • Use the QR Code displayed in the Car Park or Club Entry (Smartphone Users)
  • Use the Tablet at Club Reception (Non-Smartphone Users)

We thank you for the continued support over the past few months and look forward to seeing you all soon.

COVID-19 Update  | Monday 23 August 2021

Restrictions Extended to 11.59pm Thursday 30 September 2021

The NSW Governments announcement today has extended the current lockdown period for Greater Sydney to Thursday 30 September 2021.

The Club will remain closed during this time and all scheduled events and activities cancelled until the lockdown concludes.

Visit rwc.org.au and our social pages for regular updates.

As a community club, we are very much looking forward to welcoming back our members and guests. Until this time, stay safe, keep connected and support our community

COVID-19 Update  | Wednesday 28 July 2021

Restrictions Extended to 11.59pm Friday 27 August 2021

The NSW Governments announcement today has extended the current lockdown period for Greater Sydney to 11.59pm Friday 27 August 2021.

The Club will remain closed during this time and all scheduled events and activities cancelled until the lockdown concludes.

Visit rwc.org.au and our social pages for regular updates.

As a community club, we are very much looking forward to welcoming back our members and guests. Until this time, stay safe, keep connected and support our community

COVID-19 Update  | 14 July 2021

Restrictions Extended to 11.59pm Friday 30 July 2021

The NSW Governments announcement today has extended the current lockdown period for Greater Sydney to 11.59pm Friday 30 July 2021.

The Club will remain closed during this time and all scheduled events and activities cancelled until the lockdown concludes.

Visit rwc.org.au and our social pages for regular updates.

As a community club, we are very much looking forward to welcoming back our members and guests. Until this time, stay safe, keep connected and support our community.

COVID-19 Update  | 6 July 2021

The NSW Governments announcement today has extended the current lockdown period for Greater Sydney to 11.59pm Friday 16 July 2021.

The Club will remain closed during this time and all scheduled events and activities cancelled until the lockdown concludes.

Please note that all ticket holders for Drags to Bitches, scheduled for Saturday 17 July will be contacted directly advising of a new date for later this year.

Visit rwc.org.au and our social pages for regular updates.

We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Until then, please stay safe.

Greater Sydney, Blue Mountains, Central Coast and Wollongong In Lockdown | 26 June 2021

The NSW Government’s announcement today has expanded the current lockdown to Greater Sydney, Blue Mountains, Central Coast and Wollongong, effective from 6pm Saturday 26 June until 11.59pm Friday 9 July 2021.

The Club will be closed during this time and all scheduled events and activities cancelled until the lockdown concludes. Please note that all ticket holders for Flashback Fridays and Akmal will be contacted directly from Monday 28 June.

Points Purge that was scheduled for Wednesday 30 June has been cancelled. The Club will not purge any points this year, meaning all points will roll on until the purge in 2022.

We look forward to seeing you all soon, until then please stay safe.

Restrictions for Greater Sydney Area | 23 June 2021

Please note the following restrictions to be enforced from 4pm Wednesday 23 June 2021 – 12.01am Thursday 01 July 2021

The NSW Governments announcement today to enforce even further restrictions across Greater Sydney means the following changes will apply from 4pm today, Wednesday 23 June 2021.

  • All patrons MUST wear masks inside the venue, if they are not eating or drinking
  • Masks MUST be worn by Hospitality Venue Staff
  • Drinking while standing is NOT permitted
  • Dancing and Singing is NOT permitted

Area capacity limits of one (1) person per four (4) square metres now apply and must be adhered to. COVID Marshals will be present to ensure patrons are adhering to the latest restrictions.

NOTE: In response to the above-mentioned restrictions the Live Music Duo for this Saturday 26 June has been CANCELLED.

All other events within the Club will proceed as planned in accordance with COVID restrictions.

Restrictions for Greater Sydney Area | 22 June 2021

Please note the following restrictions to be enforced from 4pm Tuesday 22 June 2021 – 12.01am Thursday 01 July 2021

The NSW Governments announcement today to enforce further restrictions across Greater Sydney means the following changes will apply from 4pm today, Tuesday 22 June 2021.

  • All patrons MUST wear masks inside, if they are not eating or drinking
  • Masks MUST be worn in the Indoor Gaming Lounge
  • Masks MUST be worn by Hospitality Venue Staff
  • Drinking while standing IS permitted
  • Dancing and Singing IS permitted

Restrictions for Greater Sydney Area Extended  | 10 May 2021

Please note the following restrictions to be enforced from 12.01am Monday 10 May 2021 – 12.01am Monday 17 May 2021

  • Live Music Duo is CANCELLED for Saturday 15 May
  • Masks  MUST be worn in the Indoor Gaming Lounge
  • Drinking while standing is NOT permitted
  • Dancing is NOT permitted
  • Singing by patrons is NOT permitted
  • Reminder that the 1 person per 2 sqm rule still applies and will be enforced
  • COVID Marshals will be making sure that patrons are adhering to the latest restrictions

Restrictions In Place for Greater Sydney Area | 6 May 2021

Please note the following restrictions to be enforced from 5pm 06 May 2021 – 12.01am 10 May 2021

  • Flashback Fridays is cancelled for Friday 07 May
  • Live Music Duo is cancelled for Saturday 08 May
  • All patrons MUST wear masks inside, if they are not eating or drinking
  • All patrons MUST remain seated whilst inside
  • Dancing is not permitted
  • Singing by patrons is not permitted
  • Reminder that the 1 person per 2 sqm rule still applies and will be enforced
  • Mothers’ Day will remain unchanged. Sunday 09 May
  • Covid marshals will be making sure that patrons are adhering to the latest restrictions

Easing Of Restrictions | 25 March 2021

The NSW Governments announcement yesterday to further ease COVID-19 restrictions means the following changes will apply from Monday 29 March 2021.

  • Dancing will now be permitted, allowing our members and guests to now use the dancefloor in the Presidents Lounge.
  • Live indoor entertainment venues with assigned ticketed seating will increase capacity numbers back to 100%. This means the Whitlam Theatre will be able to increase its capacity for shows back to 750 people.

Please note that all area capacity limits of one (1) person per two (2) square metres still apply and must be adhered to.

There have already been a number of calls regarding this news and over the next few days we will provide you with further information relating to Presidents Lounge entertainment.

Face Masks No Longer Mandatory | 12 February 2021

The NSW Government has lifted restrictions relating to Capacities and Face Masks, effective from 12.01am on Friday 12 February 2021.

This means;

  • Area Capacities are now 1 person per 2 square metres
  • Face Masks are NO longer mandatory in public indoor spaces
  • Face Masks are NO longer mandatory for Staff

This also means that our larger shows in the Whitlam Theatre will increase in capacity. We thank everyone who acted responsibly during the Mandatory Face Mask restriction, but remind everyone that must still sign in via the MyGov app whenever entering the Club.

Face Masks Mandatory | 2 January 2021

The NSW Government has announced the following new restrictions, effective from midnight Saturday 2 January and enforceable from Monday 4 January.

  • Face masks are mandatory in public indoor spaces, including; shopping centres, public transport, attending an entertainment venue, hair and beauty salons and gaming areas of establishments.
  • Staff at hospitality venues, who deal directly with customers, will also be required to wear a mask.
  • Gym classes will be restricted to 30 people, subject to the four square metre rule.
  • Places of worship, weddings and funerals will be restricted to 100 people, subject to the four square metre rule.

We will continue to keep you updated via our website and social media as soon as is practicable.

You are encouraged to remain vigilant, look and monitor for flu like symptoms and get tested if you experience the slightest symptoms.

We thank you for your continued loyalty and support and look forward to seeing you soon.

Service NSW App Check-In Mandatory | 30 December 2020

From 01 January 2021, everyone entering Revesby Workers’ Club must sign in via the Service NSW Covid Safe Check-In. This is a mandatory obligation and your Check-In MUST be sighted by door staff to gain access to the Club.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE APP NOW AND SAVE TIME:  https://bit.ly/34WevNw
STEP 1: Download the Service NSW APP
STEP 2: Select Covid Safe Check-In
STEP 3: Scan QR Code at Club Entrance
STEP 4: Enter your Details, Continue, add any Dependants & Check In.
Once you leave the venue please remember to open the app and check out.
Thank you all in advance, we look forward to welcoming everyone and continuing to be Covid Safe.
           
PLEASE NOTE: For the interim, normal member sign in will no longer be required. The only sign in required for all members and guests is the Services NSW Check-In. We will have kiosks available with the Services NSW App for those who are unable to use their smart phone to Check-In. No Check-In means NO ENTRY.

Continuing to Keep You COVID Safe  |  21 December 2020

Our priority is the safety and wellbeing of our members, guests, staff and wider community. Throughout the year, we have gone above the NSW Health requirements to ensure a COVID Safe environment and we will continue to do so.

With some of the restrictions being reintroduced from midnight Sunday 20 December there will be some changes at the Club.

Capacity limitations (1 person per 4 square metres) apply within all lounge, dining and bar areas. You will see when visiting that furniture in each area has been adjusted to reflect this.

As a result of these restrictions, we would also like to advise our members:

  • The New Year’s Eve event scheduled for 31 December has been cancelled
  • Presidents Lounge entertainment  is on hold until further notice due to restrictions on dancing
  • Bingo  and Cash Housie  will continue as per published dates
  • Group bookings will now be restricted to ten (10) people until further notice

Further to this, anyone who resides in or has visited the Northern Beaches in the last 14 days or has frequented any hotspots flagged by NSW Health will not be permitted entry into the Club. See full list here.

Below is a reminder of the COVID Safe policies and procedures in place

  • Capacity limitations apply within all lounge, dining and bar areas.
  • Each room has a clearly marked entry and exit, including where to stand when waiting to make a purchase.
  • Hand sanitisers are located at club foyers, lifts and escalators, entrances to lounge and dining areas.
  • Heavy use public touch points such as handrails, lift buttons and knobs are cleaned routinely throughout the day.
  • Hard surfaces such as the club reception, outlet counters and dining tables will be wiped regularly and following each use.
  • Cutlery and condiments have been individually packaged.
  • All menus are available by screens or as in a hard-plastic sleeve that is wiped following each use.
  • Contactless payments by card are encouraged.

We will continue to keep you updated via our website and social media as soon as is practicable.

You are encouraged to remain vigilant, look and monitor for flu like symptoms and get tested if you experience the slightest symptoms.

We thank you for your continued loyalty and support and look forward to seeing you soon.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Easing of Restrictions  |  7 December 2020

The NSW Governments recent announcement to ease restrictions in the lead up to Christmas and New Year is greatly welcomed by the Club.

These changes are designed to give people greater certainty in how they can celebrate safely with family, friends and colleagues and we look forward to welcoming more of our members and guests back.

Whilst you can expect more freedom in accessing the Clubs services and facilities, we remain committed to maintaining a COVID Safe environment for our members, guests and staff to enjoy with confidence.

Below is a reminder of the COVID Safe policies and procedures in place 

What We Are Doing Differently

  • Capacity limitations (1 person per 2 square metres) apply within all lounge, dining and bar areas.
  • Social distancing of 1.5m between people.
  • Each room has a clearly marked entry and exit, including where to stand when waiting to make a purchase.
  • Hand sanitisers are located at club foyers, lifts and escalators, entrances to lounge and dining areas.
  • Heavy use public touch points such as handrails, lift buttons and knobs are cleaned routinely throughout the day.
  • Hard surfaces such as the club reception, outlet counters and dining tables will be wiped regularly and following each use.
  • Cutlery and condiments have been individually packaged.
  • All menus are available by screens or as in a hard-plastic sleeve that is wiped following each use.
  • Contactless payments by card are encouraged.

We thank you for your continued loyalty and support and look forward to seeing you soon.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Vale Alan (Dick) Moroney

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Revesby Workers’ Club Life Member and former Club Director.

It is with a heavy heart that we notify our members of the passing of Alan (Dick) Moroney who passed away on Saturday 9 October 2021 age 93.

Affectionately known as Dick, a name he adopted from his father Richard when he was just a young boy, he was nicknamed ‘Little Dick’ and didn’t know his true name was Alan until he attended school.

He joined Revesby Workers’ Club in 1967, was a Director from 21 September 1997 until 24 September 2006, whereby he was the Liaison Director for Mixed Indoor Bowls, Darts and Garden Club.

Shortly after commencing his directorship he was appointed the Clubs alternate delegate in 1997 to the Federation of Community, Sports and Workers Clubs.

A dedicated member of Club’s Charity Fundraising Committee, he was awarded Life Membership for his considerable and ongoing contributions to the Club, and recently named a Life Member of the Labor Party.

Alan (Dick) Moroney will be fondly missed.

 

Whitlam Institute Poster Competition For Local Schools

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$1900 IN PRIZES TO BE WON!

The Whitlam Institute is one of the many organisations that Revesby Workers’ Club supports each and every year, it pursues the causes he championed and is guided by the principles upon which Gough Whitlam’s parliamentary career and years of service to the people of Australia were founded.

They are currently running a competition that is open to all Primary and high school students in our local community by submitting to them an A3 poster by 30/06/2021.

Full details click here

IWD2021 A Huge Success

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International Women’s Day 2021

After COVID-19 cut short our plans for celebrating International Women’s Day 2020, we certainly made up for it in 2021! Featuring a cast of Influential Women, our IWD2021 raised in excess of $12,000 to Support Women’s Community Shelters. Photos from the day will be available here shortly.

Please email digital@rwc.org.au for high res image requests.

Directors Reports February 2021

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Christine Benham | Director

Here we are in 2021 already! What a challenging year was 2020! Dorothea Mackellar described Australia well in her poem, “My Country” with the drought and flooding rains, but we also had massive bush and grass fires, and along came a visitor that we came to know as COVID-19. We have known that there can be pandemics, as they seem to be the main exclusion in our travel insurances. Did we ever think we would experience one? – Probably never.

The rapid spread of the coronavirus and the illness and deaths was something we could never have perceived, but there is a lot to reflect on.

Australia has a lot to be proud of. Admittedly, we are lucky to be an island nation, making close-down a successful option, but all Australians should be proud of themselves in what in what has been achieved. When Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, said “stay home” we did. Medical chiefs became well known faces and Government stimuli were massive and not really expected. Thank God for “JobKeeper” that our wonderful staff, who were stood down, were eligible for during lockdown.

I believe that we have had plenty of time to reassess what is important in our lives, respect one another and become a more caring lot. How wonderful was Anzac Day 2020, celebrated in our driveways! People have been looking after each other, and let’s hope this is the way our lives will continue.

Our Senior Management team displayed their great leadership right from January, when we started to hear about the coronavirus, preparing a plan for what had to occur if shutdown were to happen, then carried the plan out expeditiously. The Club was shut down for ten weeks, providing opportunities for undertaking works which were necessary, but difficult to carry out while the Club was operational. These included the demolition and re-build of amenities in the gym and refurbishment of some washroom facilities.

Of course, all our sporting sub-clubs were greatly impacted by COVID-19. After a season disrupted by ground closures, washouts, match cancellations due to extreme heat and poor air quality (because of bushfires), senior cricket grand finals were cancelled in mid-March, probably the first of our  sports affected, and could not be held. We were delighted that Community Sport was able to resume (albeit with shorter seasons), and with lots of challenges. Probably the last sport to resume was Swim Club in early November 2020.

Limitations imposed for the bulk of the COVID period had major impacts on all our core businesses. Some major changes to the way the restaurants operated had to be made, but how wonderful it was when the Club was able to re-open from 1 June (with limitations) to again see the welcoming faces of our fantastic chefs, cooks and wait staff, who do a great job.

So, what is upcoming in 2021? As promised previously, the Sports Bar is scheduled for a renovation, while still retaining all the Pool Tables and Darts Boards. This will be a great place particularly for young people who are looking for a good safe place to have fun. While the Club will continue to focus on debt reduction during 2021, there is always the need for a capital spend on maintenance, which is never neglected, and which is why the Club operates so well. Now that the major construction phase for the Club is almost complete, members will see our energies concentrating on community matters. After all, Clubs are for the community and are owned by their members.

We look forward to a great year for Revesby Workers’ Club in 2021!

Christine Butters | Director

I last wrote in the Journal twelve months ago and at the time we were planning a celebration for International Women’s Day to be held in March. Unfortunately, the 2020 event was cancelled for a number of reasons.

Now as we see a way out of the pandemic which has been consuming everyone’s lives and activities, we are again planning an event to celebrate International Women’s’ Day (IWD) on the 8th March.

We hope many of our female members and indeed some of our male members may be able to join us at this event where we will have several guest speakers and support the Women’s Community Shelter soon to open in the Canterbury Bankstown LGA.

At the height of the pandemic in 2020 most of you will be aware that not only did the Club close but the activities of most of our sub-clubs shut down as well.

This was particularly difficult for many of our older Club members who rely on their Club activities for socialising, human contact and variety. ZOOM became the new norm for meetings and technology was either your friend or your enemy depending on how reliable and efficient it was.

Toward the end of the year some Clubs were meeting again, and most sporting bodies had reactivated albeit with brightly clad COVID Safety Officers in action to ensure social distancing, signing in and not commingling. As 2021 gets underway we are hoping for a smooth “cluster-free”, “outbreak free” lifestyle where we can once again go about our activities without fear of catching COVID and devoid of all the frowns whenever someone coughs or sneezes.

At the AGM last year, I was very humbled to be awarded Life Membership of Revesby Workers’ Club. To hear my life history read out made me realise just what a rich and diverse life I had been leading since coming to Australia back in 1984. To have made the community connections and friendships amongst young and old and to be able to serve the community in which I live is something I am very proud of and will continue to participate in while ever I am able.

Covid-19 Blues

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Lyrics written by Terry Semlitzky

COVID-19 Blues

There’s this terrible thing going around

In just about every Aussie town

That affects us all as it makes its ugly way,

COVID-19 is the name, and it’s been given the blame Of infecting people, countries, that abound

In cities, and in Nations where it’s been found

There are many lockdowns and closures at the time With most people trying to toe the line Unfortunately some don’t give a damn

They seem to think it’s not about them But wait until it affects someone close

Family or friends, who do they blame then?

As this virus spreads across the land We all have to make a united stand

In the towns, country and across the sea Plus a concerted effort from you and me These things have all been here before

But nothing on this scale, beating on our door

Social distancing, self-isolation

Are all part of the plan

To try to keep us all healthy

Plus the regular washing of hands As we battle against this onslaught That’s sweeping across our land

When this pandemic is hopefully through There’ll still be plenty for all of us to do Our clubs, pubs and workplaces

Have all taken a hit

But by sticking together

We can all get over it.

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