WINTER
2009 NEWSLETTER
Courier Sun 26th August 2009 by Shelley Lowe
‘BUSINESS HOUSE BOAT RACE DAY WILL BE HERE SOON’
Sunday, 20th September 2009. 11.00am on the river at the Sailing Club. $50 per
boat crew (4 rowers) Sweep will be provided. Open Men’s, Open Women’s
& Masters 200+ (combined ages of rowers) Open to novice rowers only. Register
your team by phoning Lawrie Renshall on 6655 5273 after hours. Get your teams
in early as numbers are limited. A great family fun day full of entertainment,
BBQ & Raffles. Come along and support your team. Prizes for best dressed
team. Food & refreshments can be purchased on the day. So rally up your
friends and get your teams ready - four people per team – ask your boss
to sponsor your team.
CHANGE OF DATE: Pre-Season BBQ at our Club House
is now on the 26th September, 5.00pm for all our Patrolling Members (last year
and this upcoming season) and their families. With too many other commitments
on, we have changed the date for the week before patrols starts. Should be a
great night, with lots of laughs, music and singing. Love to see you all there!
Monthly Surf Club Meeting will be held this Thursday, 27 August at 7pm at our
Club House. All welcome to attend. A big thank you to the members who turned
up to help out with the gear inspection on Sunday.
Training Times:
Surfboats: Tuesday: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys
Thursday: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys, any new rowers welcome to come along.
Sunday: 9.00am at Surf Club
IRB Training: Sunday 9.00am Surf Club
We would like to thank our Major Sponsors Ocean View Hotel, Anchors Wharf Cafe
& AarvBee Recyclers.
For more information visit our website www.urungaslsc.com.au
Courier Sun 19th August 2009 by Shelley Lowe
It’s on again..........Urunga Surf Club’s Annual Event of the Year!!
Invite you to their “Spirit of Fun – Business house Boat Day”
on the Kalang River.
‘BUSINESS BOAT RACE DAY’
Sunday, 20th September 2009. 11.00am on the river at the Sailing Club. $50 per
boat crew (4 rowers) Sweep will be provided. Open Men’s, Open Women’s
& Masters 200+ (combined ages of rowers) Open to novice rowers only. Register
your team by phoning Tony Shields on 0403 375 036. Be early as numbers are limited.
A great family fun day full of entertainment, BBQ, Raffles. Come along and support
your team. Prizes for best dressed team. Food & Drink may be purchased on
the day. So rally up your friends and get your teams ready - four people per
team – ask your boss to sponsor your team.
An INVITATION is being extended to all Patrolling Members (last year and this
upcoming season) and their families to attend a Pre-Season BBQ at our Club House.
12th September. 5.00pm. Would love to see you all there!
Monthly Surf Club Meeting will be held this Thursday, 20 Sept. 7pm. All welcome
to attend. This Sunday is our Gear Inspection Day at the Surf Club. Please can
we have as many members as possible to attend at 9am to enable us to get the
gear ready for inspection. Thank you.
CONGRATULATIONS to Tim & Lou Rodgers on the birth of their new little nipper
and sister for Oliver - Lucy Isabella Rodgers, born 5 Aug. Mum & Bub doing
well.
Training Times:
Surfboats: Tuesday: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys
Thursday: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys, any new rowers welcome to come along.
No rowing this Sunday, Gear Inspection Day – all to attend 9am, Club House.
No IRB Training this week – due to Gear Inspection.:
Once again, we thank our Major Sponsors Ocean View Hotel, Anchors Wharf Cafe
& AarvBee Recyclers.
For more information visit our website www.urungaslsc.com.au
Courier Sun 12th August 2009 by Shelley Lowe
It’s on again..........Urunga Surf Club’s Inaugural event of the
year!! Urunga Surf Club would like to invite you their “Spirit of Fun
– Business houses”
‘BOAT RACE DAY’
Sunday, 20th September 2009. 11.00am on the river at the Sailing Club. $50 per
boat crew (4 rowers) Sweep will be provided. Open Men’s, Open Women’s
& Masters 200+ (combined ages of rowers) Open to novice rowers only. Register
your team by phoning Tony Shields on 0403 375 036. Be early as numbers are limited.
A great family fun day full of entertainment, BBQ, Raffles. Come along and support
your team. Prizes for best dressed team. Food & Drink may be purchased on
the day. So rally up your friends and get your teams ready - four people per
team – ask your boss to sponsor your team.
Urunga Surf Club are inviting all patrolling members (last year and this upcoming
season) and their families to attend a Pre-Season BBQ at our Club House. 12th
September. 5.00pm.
This week’s Training Times:
Surfboats: Tuesday: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys
Thursday: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys
Sunday: 9.00am Surf Club
ALL INTENDING ROWERS WELCOME!
IRB Training: Sundays: 8.30am Surf Club. All proficient Bronze Medallion Holders
welcome. Learn the skills required to drive and crew our IRB’S.
We always like to thank our Major Sponsors Ocean View Hotel, Anchors Wharf Cafe
& AarvBee Recyclers.
For more information visit our website www.urungaslsc.com.au
Courier Sun 5th August 2009 by Shelley Lowe
URUNGA SLSC NEWS
It’s on again..........Urunga Surf Club’s Inaugural event of the
year!! Urunga Surf Club would like to invite you their “Spirit of Fun
– Business houses”
‘BOAT RACE DAY’
Sunday, 20th September 2009. 11.00am on the river at the Sailing Club. $50 per
boat crew (4 rowers) Sweep will be provided. Open Men’s, Open Women’s
& Masters 200+ (combined ages of rowers) Open to novice rowers only. Register
your team by phoning Tony Shields on 0403 375 036. Be early as numbers are limited.
A great family fun day full of entertainment, BBQ, Raffles. Come along and support
your team. Prizes for best dressed team. Food & Drink may be purchased on
the day. So rally up your friends and get your teams ready - four people per
team – ask your boss to sponsor your team.
Urunga Surf Club are inviting all patrolling members (last year and this upcoming
season) and their families to attend a Pre-Season BBQ
at our Club House. 12th September. 5.00pm.
This week’s Training Times:
Surfboats: Tuesday: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys
Wednesday: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys
Sunday: 9.00am Surf Club
ALL INTENDING ROWERS WELCOME!
IRB Training: Sundays: 8.30am Surf Club. All proficient Bronze Medallion Holders
welcome. Learn the skills required to drive and crew our IRB’S. The men
put on a show for us last Sunday when they “practised” the ROLL-OVER
manoeuvre. I can see a nomination already down for the “Man Over Board
Award”.
We always like to thank our Major Sponsors Ocean View Hotel, Anchors Wharf Cafe
& Riverside Landing.
For more information visit our website www.urungaslsc.com.au
Courier Sun 29th July 2009 by Shelley Lowe
We had our “Family Fun day and Registration Day” by the river last Sunday, despite the cold conditions, there was still a good roll up. We welcomed some new faces (which was terrific to see) as well as the old faces, it was great way of catching up again. There was fun had by all, the kids had an eggcellent time with the egg throwing competition and the donut eating comp, but I think the highlight was when a certain “loud” man was dressed up by his wife only to have the kids throw twisties at him! A big thank you to all who turned up and helped make the day a good one. Some registrations were taken on the day and can be mailed together with payment to PO Box 12, Urunga.
MARK THE DATE: Our ‘BUSINESS HOUSE BOAT DAY is to be held Sunday, 20th
September. So rally up your friends and Get your teams ready - four people per
team – ask your boss to sponsor your team. More information next week.
Training Times:
Surfboats: Tuesdays: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys
Thursdays: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys
Sundays: 9.00am Surf Club
ALL INTENDING ROWERS WELCOME!
IRB Training: Sundays: 8.30am Surf Club. All proficient Bronze Medallion Holders
welcome. Learn the skills required to drive and crew our IRB’S. We need
as many members as possible.
We always like to thank our Major Sponsors Ocean View Hotel, Anchors Wharf Cafe
& Riverside Landing.
For more information visit our website www.urungaslsc.com.au
Courier Sun 22nd July 2009 by Shelley Lowe
Urunga Surf Club are having a “FAMILY FUN DAY BY THE RIVER” and
“INTRODUCTION TO SURF LIFE SAVING DAY” THIS Sunday, 26th July 2009
at 1.00pm. Sailing Club Area, Atherton Drive, Urunga. Welcoming any new members
wanting to join Surf Life Saving, registrations will be taken on the day. There
will be Surf Ski’s, Boards, IRB & Surfboat. Fun for the whole family
with Donut Eating Competition, Egg & Spoon Race, Egg Catching Comp. Bring
your chairs, BBQ lunch and beverages. BBQ and some shelter will be supplied.
Everyone welcome – See you there!
Training Times:
Surfboats: Tuesdays: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys
Thursdays: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys
Sundays: 9.00am Surf Club
ALL INTENDING ROWERS WELCOME!
IRB Training: Sundays: 8.30am Surf Club. All proficient Bronze Medallion Holders
welcome. Learn the skills required to drive and crew our IRB’S. We need
as many members as possible.
We always like to thank our Major Sponsors OVH and Aarvbee Recylers.
Visit our website www.urungaslsc.com.au
Courier Sun 15th July 2009 by Shelley Lowe
Urunga Surf Club are a having a “FAMILY FUN DAY BY THE RIVER” and
an INTRODUCTION TO SURF LIFE SAVING DAY on Sunday, 26th July 2009 at 1.00pm.
Sailing Club Area, Atherton Drive, Urunga. Welcoming any new members wanting
to join Surf Life Saving, registrations will be taken on the day. There will
be Surf Ski’s, Boards, IRB & Surfboat. Fun for the whole family with
Donut Eating Competition, Egg & Spoon Race, Egg Catching Comp. Bring your
chair, BBQ lunch and beverages. All welcome.
Revised Training Times:
Surfboats: Tuesdays: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys
Thursdays: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys
Sundays: 9.00am Surf Club
IRB Training: Sundays: 8.30am Surf Club. All proficient Bronze Medallion Holders
welcome. Learn the skills required to drive and crew our IRB’S. We need
as many members as possible.
Visit our website www.urungaslsc.com.au
Courier Sun 8th July 2009 by Shelley Lowe
SURF CLUB NEWS
Urunga Surf Club are a having a “FAMILY FUN DAY BY THE RIVER” and
an INTRODUCTION TO SURF LIFE SAVING DAY on Sunday, 26th July 2009 at 1.00pm.
Sailing Club Area, Atherton Drive, Urunga. Welcoming any new members wanting
to join Surf Life Saving, registrations will be taken on the day. There will
be Surf Ski’s, Boards, IRB & Surfboat. Fun for the whole family with
Donut Eating Competition, Egg & Spoon Race, Egg Catching Comp. Bring your
chair, BBQ lunch and beverages. All welcome.
New Training Times:
Surfboats: Mondays: 4.45pm at Surf Club Gym (bring a towel and water bottle)
Wednesdays: 4.30pm at Dr Harrys
Sundays: 10.00am Surf Club
IRB Training: Sundays: 8.30am Surf Club. All welcome. We need as many members
as possible.
Visit our website www.urungaslsc.com.au
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Courier Sun 24th June 2009 by Shelley Lowe
URUNGA SURF CLUB PRESENTATION
LIFE MEMBERSHIP TO GRAEME GRIFFITHS
Urunga Surf Life Saving Club had their Annual Presentation Night at Anchors
Wharf Cafe on Saturday, 13th June. The Cafe looked very patriotic as it was
decorated in our Club colours of blue & gold. A terrific night was had by
all as we enjoyed delicious food and camaraderie, whilst taking in the numerous
awards being handed out to deserving members.
Firstly, Congratulations goes to Graeme Griffiths on becoming a Life Member
of Urunga SLSC. Graeme has been an Active Patrolling Member and always willing
to give a hand when needed for fundraising events.
Graeme has been an active patrol member for 20 years and in that time has undertaken
numerous tasks within the Surf Club movement. Graeme devoted many years to the
Junior committee as his two boys progressed through the Nippers to the Seniors.
Graeme has assisted the Senior Committee on many occasions through his hard
work and willingness to get in and have a go.
Urunga SLSC recognises Graeme’s efforts during his history of involvement
in the Surf Club and has awarded Graeme accordingly. Life Membership Status
does not come by easily, Graeme has now become the 13th Life Member of Urunga
Surf Life Saving Club since the Club started some 61 years ago. Congratulations
Graeme, well deserved!
The Novelty awards are always a bit of fun and they were presented as such:
ROLL OVER to Nick Hiller
MAN OVERBOARD to Nick Hiller
CLUB STIRRER to Terry Lowe
WOBBLY BOOT to Phil McGuiggan & Linda Brazel
TOURING WOBBLY BOOT to Shelley Lowe
Also on the honours list of awards are the following:
20 YEAR SERVICE AWARDS were presented to Craig Delahunty, Billy Watts, Ian Wallace and Tracy Neaves
15 YEAR SERVICE AWARD to Irene Griffith
10 YEAR SERVICE AWARD to Nick Hiller
5 YEAR SERVICE AWARDS to: Jenni Sparks, Shelley Lowe, Terry Lowe and Tim Rogers
Our Season Award winners went to the following:
BEST COMPETITOR to Emma Sutton
MOST IMPROVED MEMBER to Craig Borthwick
MOST IMPROVED COMPETITOR to Jason Ford
BEST UNDER 18 MEMBER to Linq Griffiths
MOST SUPPORTIVE TRAINER to Peter Bott
NIPPER TO SNR/JNR LIFE SAVER to Samantha Bastick
QUEEN OF THE OAR to Shelley Lowe
KING OF THE OAR to Tony Shields; BEST MALE MASTER to Mark Sutton
BEST FEMALE MASTER to Emma Sutton
OLD BOY OF THE YEAR to Al Riddoch
MOST PATROL HOURS to Nick Hiller
OVH BEST PATROL PERSON OF THE YEAR to Vicky Ford
CLUB PERSON OF THE YEAR was awarded to Jenni Sparks
NICK GLEESON OVH PRESIDENT’S AWARD went to Nick Hiller
SPECIAL AWARD: There was one other award given out on the night and it was awarded to Phil McGuiggan in recognition of 50 years Service to Surf Life Saving. Phil was with Coogee Surf Club for 46 years and then joined us for the last 4 years. Phil has many accolades under his belt and is well recognised throughout the Surf Boat Fraternity. He is one of the best surf boat sweeps in Australia winning many gold medals at both the Australian Titles and World Titles. It has been our pleasure and honour to have Phil ‘come on board’ and share his wealth of knowledge and expertise that only 50 years can offer. Congratulations Phil, you are an inspiration to us all.
LIFE MEMBERSHIP: Graeme Griffiths