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A good day was had at the Illawarra gathering today, with fifty-five attending, thirty-four of whom were members of ANZROC (NSW), together with their partners or friends. Apologies were given for Noel Bottrell, Noel Pratt, Pat Walsh, and Barry Booth.
It was great to see Earl Cochrane back after a long break away on the North Coast. Geoff and Robyn Taylor, Peter and Jean Maber, Ken and Lindy Dighton, Peter and Cathie Robison and Graeme and Judith Bool attended from outside the Illawarra due to some very long-term old connection to the area, and their efforts in making the journey is much appreciated. A lot of new faces attended - too many to mention individually - but it is hoped they enjoyed themselves sufficiently to line up for a rematch next year. Happily, our membership also has grown by four new members and a warm welcome is extended to Tanya Stevens-Joseph, Gail Helt, Chantelle Fransisco, and Maria Niceveski. The food was good and chatter was incessant and noisy with the usual reminiscing, exaggerations and recounting of funny or ironic or outright outrageous behaviour of our peers over a long time kept all amused throughout the afternoon. A warm thank-you to Laurie Sainsbury who acted as spokesman on the day with announcements and apologies etc. Graeme Bool also spoke on behalf of the ANZROC (NSW) Committee and thanked the Illawarra team for their attendance and the organisers. He also mentioned the strong support we receive from The ANZ Bank under the direction of our CEO Shayne Elliott who has been a strong supporter of the Retired Officer Clubs throughout the organisation. |
Peter Robison, Sue Miller, Dennis Felgate
