Revesby Workers’ will be giving their best for Do Something Day on Wednesday 25 July with ‘Winter is Ruff’, an initiative encouraging others to give back with a gesture of kindness.
Revesby Workers’ are inviting the community todonate new items and support the RSPCA and our many furry friends from 2 to 29 July 2018 for Do Something Day.
A series of Blue Collection Bins will be positioned in the Clubs Foyer for donation of Bedding, Treats, Blankets and Toys. Each Bin is clearly marked to make your donation even easier.
Blankets – Snug as a bug in a rug, new blankets to keep our furry friends warm
Bedding – Soft pet beds will keep our animal friends cosy and comfortable
Toys – Don’t forget some time for play. FUN will keep the blues at bay.
Treats – Yum in my tum, we love our treats best. Tinned or dry, we don’t really mind.
Important Note: All blankets, bedding, treats and toys donated must be new and in original packaging. No fresh food treats, tinned, packaged or dry only. All food items to be within their used by date.
RSPCA NSWcare for more than 35,000 injured, neglected, sick, surrendered and unwanted animals each year. Shelters are a place where people can seek advice on their pet’s health and temperament. They are also a haven for animals that have been abandoned, lost, or have been victims of cruelty or neglect.
The coming months are challenging for the RSPCA. As the cold sets in, each and every day becomes more of a struggle for the animals they care for.
The support provided through the Do Something Day ‘Winter is Ruff’ initiative will go a long way in helping these animals on their road to recovery.
The Do Something Day campaign aims to drive the community to actively participate in actions of good by donating or volunteering as an individual or an organisation. Revesby Workers’ hopes everyone gets involved by going above and beyond through acts of kindness.
So make a difference this Do Something Day, it will leave you Feline Pawsitively Pawsome!
Education Is Our Passion At This Year’s Clubs & Community Awards 2018
/in Community, News /by Justin SkinnerRevesby Workers’ Club is again a Finalist in this year’s Club & Community Awards. This time in the segment of Education!
For over 20 years and, Revesby Workers’ has been committed to supporting education and vocational advances to enhance the lives of those living in the local community. In particular, Revesby places a strong focus on education for young people to not only assist in achieving their future aspirations but to close the skills gap in the labour market.
Revesby Workers’ supports a range of initiates as part of its Education Program, these are as follows;
1. Primary and Secondary Schools Annual Funding ($1,596,000 in funding since 1998)
Since 1998, Revesby Workers’ has provided funding to twenty-seven (27) local schools and an additional school on the Hawkesbury River close to its Mooney Mooney Club. Now in its 19th year, the $3,000 provided to each of the twenty-eight (28) primary and secondary schools totals almost $1.6 million in funding.
2. Workplace Experience for Students that are undertaking Vocational Studies (12,250 work placement hours)
Since 2007, over 350 students have participated in more than 12,250 hours in the Revesby Workers’ Club workplace experience program in the areas of Business Administration and Hospitality. The Work Experience is undertaken by students in Years 9, 10 and 11 to provide them with a general introduction to the ‘world of work’.
3. Scholarships for Tertiary Education (456 students supported)
Now in its 19th year, the Revesby Workers’ Club Scholarships have assisted over four hundred and fifty (450) students during the course of their tertiary education, averaging twenty four (24) students per year and over $208,000 in funding.
4. ClubEDU Program
Launched in May 2018, Revesby Workers’ Club, in association with ClubEDU and Macarthur Workplace Learning Provider (MWLP), ran a pilot program for Hospitality students from East Hills Girls High School. Revesby Workers’
and MWLP have had a long-standing partnership with the existing work placement program, and this provided the perfect opportunity to launch this program.
Padstow North Public School Principal, Natalie Armstrong receives a cheque from Club Director Christine Butters.
The Pat Rogan Walkway Is Confirmed By Council
/in Community /by Justin SkinnerThe City of Canterbury Bankstown has resolved to rename the Salt Pan Creek Walkway, the Pat Rogan Walkway, in honour of Mr Patrick Rogan, a former State Member for East Hills. Mr Rogan was a significant member of the community and played a vital role in public matters and success of many clubs and community organisations in NSW.
Mr Rogan was a major contributor to the local community both during his time as the state member for East Hills, being a strong advocate for local infrastructure as well as a supporter and patron of many local clubs and groups. He was a passionate supporter of the environment, and thus the naming of this walkway, which winds it’s way through semi-urban wetlands and mangrove forests is a wonderful testament to this passion.
Serving as a Board member of the Revesby Workers’ Club (1995-2010), and eventually Club President (2008-2010), Mr Rogan also served as a very effective Chairman of ClubsNSW (1999-2004) and was posthumously awarded an OAM in 2016.
This recognition of Pat Rogan is very deserving. The re-naming of the walkway is set to take place 11am, Tuesday 17 July 2018 at Cutting Reserve, Davies Road, Padstow.
East Hills View Club Celebrates 57 Years!
/in Community, East Hills View Club, Our Members /by Justin SkinnerOn Monday June 18 2018 the ladies of East Hills VIEW Club celebrated the 57th birthday of their club with a gala lunch at Revesby Workers Club. The committee had chosen a ‘regal’ theme for this year. Many members embraced the theme and cape with tiaras, long gloves and dressed in purple. One member even wore a long purple cloak with a 9fake0 ermine collar.
A great day was had by all. In addition to the lunch and delicious birthday cake, there was entertainment, raffles and even a book sale to boost their coffers.
For anyone interested in joining a wonderful group of ladies who, through their events help support the Smith Family and are driven by the mission of creating social change in Australian communities by empowering women to have their voices on issues of importance for the future wellbeing of Australian society, can call Bev on 9771 5457 or visit www.view.org.au for further information.
Do Something Day – ‘Winter Is Ruff’
/in Community, Events /by Justin SkinnerRevesby Workers’ will be giving their best for Do Something Day on Wednesday 25 July with ‘Winter is Ruff’, an initiative encouraging others to give back with a gesture of kindness.
Revesby Workers’ are inviting the community todonate new items and support the RSPCA and our many furry friends from 2 to 29 July 2018 for Do Something Day.
A series of Blue Collection Bins will be positioned in the Clubs Foyer for donation of Bedding, Treats, Blankets and Toys. Each Bin is clearly marked to make your donation even easier.
Blankets – Snug as a bug in a rug, new blankets to keep our furry friends warm
Bedding – Soft pet beds will keep our animal friends cosy and comfortable
Toys – Don’t forget some time for play. FUN will keep the blues at bay.
Treats – Yum in my tum, we love our treats best. Tinned or dry, we don’t really mind.
Important Note: All blankets, bedding, treats and toys donated must be new and in original packaging. No fresh food treats, tinned, packaged or dry only. All food items to be within their used by date.
RSPCA NSWcare for more than 35,000 injured, neglected, sick, surrendered and unwanted animals each year. Shelters are a place where people can seek advice on their pet’s health and temperament. They are also a haven for animals that have been abandoned, lost, or have been victims of cruelty or neglect.
The coming months are challenging for the RSPCA. As the cold sets in, each and every day becomes more of a struggle for the animals they care for.
The support provided through the Do Something Day ‘Winter is Ruff’ initiative will go a long way in helping these animals on their road to recovery.
The Do Something Day campaign aims to drive the community to actively participate in actions of good by donating or volunteering as an individual or an organisation. Revesby Workers’ hopes everyone gets involved by going above and beyond through acts of kindness.
So make a difference this Do Something Day, it will leave you Feline Pawsitively Pawsome!
Revesby Workers’ Takes Out ACE Gong
/in Community, Events, News /by Justin SkinnerOn Tuesday 17 April 2018, the 2017 edition of the ACE Awards was held at Bankstown Sports Club. The ACE Awards celebrate excellence in Australian Club Entertainment and provide recognition to numerous performers and venues who are passionate about continuing to provide top class shows for the community to attend in their local areas and beyond. Revesby Workers’ Club was nominated in the division of Venue Award for Excellence & Commitment to Entertainment (Large Venue) along with Workers Blacktown and Twin Towns. Both of the Venues that Revesby Workers’ Club were pitted against have an extraordinary reputation for fantastic entertainment, and is testament to the hard work and dedication that clubs in general have to providing entertainment to the masses.
And………….WE WON!! Congratulations go out to the team at Revesby Workers’ Club who continually strive to put on the best shows possible both in the Whitlam Theatre, FREE Entertainment in the Infinity Bar, – plus a variety of entertainment across our venues not limited to FREE Kids Entertainment at Revesby Workers’ Sports Club on the last Sunday Of each month.
We are humbled to receive this award and will continue to strive to provide excellence & commitment to entertainment at Revesby Workers’ Club.
East Hills VIEW Club AGM
/in CEO Report, East Hills View Club /by Justin SkinnerEast Hills View Club held its AGM on Monday 19 February 2018 at Revesby Workers Club. The out-going committee was thanked for their tireless work in 2017 and the in-coming committee was welcomed. All members are looking forward to a productive and enjoyable year. Throughout the year numerous social activities are held to raise money for the Smith Family’s Learning for Life Programme. This wonderful initiative helps disadvantaged children achieve to their potential through education.
This View Club meets at 11AM on the third Monday of each month at Revesby Workers Club for a meeting, a friendly lunch and conversation and a guest speaker. New members are always welcome to attend a meeting to experience our gatherings. We would love to hear from interested people.
Bev 9771 5457
Revesby Workers’ Club’s Support to the Invictus Games
/in Community, Events /by Justin SkinnerRevesby Workers’ Club continued support for a wide range of community projects will grow even further in 2018 as we partner with Clubs NSW in support of the Invictus Games being held in Sydney in late October. The Invictus Games use the power of sport to inspire recovery, support rehabilitation and generate a wide understanding and respect for defence personnel who are striving to overcome physical and emotional challenges. The Invictus Games will provide a unique opportunity for the Club to recognise the service and sacrifices of Defence Force personnel and veterans and the healing power of sport.
(Photo by Invictus Games via Getty Images)
Join The East Hills VIEW Club
/in Community, East Hills View Club /by Justin SkinnerNew Year VIEW: Opportunity to support children in need with local women in the Panania/Revesby/Padstow area
East Hills VIEW Club is encouraging women in the Panania/Revesby/Padstow area to welcome in the New Year by becoming a member and in doing so, to meet new friends and have the opportunity to give back to the community.
East Hills VIEW Club is part of a network of 320 clubs throughout Australia. Joining our VIEW Club is the perfect opportunity to meet regularly with other like-minded women, establish new friendships and help children in need.
VIEW stands for the Voice, Interests and Education of Women. It is one of Australia’s leading women’s volunteer organisations and supports the education of disadvantaged children through The Smith Family.
Our role in the community is underpinned by our support of The Smith Family. Through our work with this charity we are helping make life-changing differences to local children and their families through its Learning for Life sponsorship program.
East Hills VIEW Club hosts monthly meetings for members on the third Monday of each month a Revesby Workers Club.
The Club undertakes an annual stationery drive to provide resources to a school running a programme supported by the Smith Family. We also provide a book prize to a local school for their presentation day, with the aim of encouraging children to read.
In addition their ongoing support of The Smith Family, VIEW hosts social events, such as ten pin bowling, luncheon outings, trivia mornings and visits to interesting sites in Sydney.
We are always looking for women from all backgrounds and ages to join us and we look forward to welcoming some new faces at our next monthly meeting.
Anyone interested in becoming a member can call Bev on 9771 5457 or visit www.view.org.au for further information.
The next East HillsVIEW Club meeting will take place on Monday February 19 at Revesby Workers Club at 10.45 AM.
Kids Learn How To Cook Breaky In Bed For Mum & Dad
/in Events, News /by Justin SkinnerImagine waking up on a Sunday morning to the smell of freshly cooked pancakes, perhaps some bacon and eggs or maybe some fresh fruit salad. Well, for some lucky parents this could well be reality!
Our budding young Chefs have been at it again this week at our Kids Breakfast Workshops held these school holidays. The Kids learnt how to;
• Dice and toss a fresh fruit salad
• Mix and bake delicious mini muffins
• Cook up a batch of pancakes with berries and ice cream
Taking home their own Chefs hat and certificate of completion at the end of the day, we are sure that Mum and Dad are in for a treat some time soon! If only the kids paid as much attention to tidying there rooms as they did in our Breakfast Workshop! Oh, forgot to mention. – We didn’t teach them how to clean up – Sorry!!
Don’t forget to look out for more Kids cooking classes during the next School Holidays.
Members donate In record numbers to Salvo’s Christmas appeals
/in Community, Our Members /by Justin SkinnerThe Workers’ Giving Tree this year was a huge success with over 1000 gifts collected to donate to children less fortunate than ourselves.
Over at Health Mates Fitness Centre, the Christmas food drive helped deliver non-perishable items to families in need, so they were able to celebrate Christmas. A wonderful culmination of food and gifts showing the wonderful generosity of our members and the community at large. From the bottom of our hearts we thank all those that contributed to such a successful campaign.
(Images. Above: Revesby Workers’ Club CEO Edward Camilleri, Salvation Army Major Sandy Hogg and Revesby Workers’ Club Member Gail Wright who generously donated gifts to the Workers’ Giving Tree. Below: The hundreds of food items generously donated to the Health Mates Food Drive.)