Message from the President, June 2019
- 29 May 2019
- Simone Keir
Vice PatronThe Imperial Services Club, a club for Australian military officers returning from war service, has been an integral part of the history and fabric of this Club since 1986.Since its incorporation into this Club, bringing with it a history stretching back to World War I, the Club has welcomed many members of all ranks who have served their country with distinction.In recognition of the traditions of the ISC and our ongoing commitment to maintain due recognition and keep strong our...
RACA Motoring
- 29 May 2019
- Simone Keir
RACA Motoring joined with the Veteran Car Club of NSW for a visit to the Valley Heights Locomotive Depot Heritage Museum. It was a day of sharing enthusiasm and commitment to maintaining the wonderful veteran cars and the magnificent steam locomotives. The Valley Heights Depot inspired a nostalgic recollection of the days of steam when the depot was used to attached a second locomotive to each train before climbing the mountain to Katoomba. You may note that in one of the photographs you can see...
Corks 'n' Fork June 2019
- 29 May 2019
- Simone Keir
Dear MembersIn last month’s newsletter committee member Avril Fortuin wrote about our very successful tasting/tour on 4 April hosted by Ian Cook from Five Way Cellars in Paddington, and our (then much anticipated) Rockford Dinner on 24 May. Due to editorial cut off times, my report of the Dinner will be in the July newsletter.So what I thought I’d do this month is give you some preliminary details of our forthcoming events.Bastille Dinner – Saturday 13 JulyOur annual Bastille Dinner is alw...