THE FURPHY - Armadale RSL · afternoon. The Bar and Spitfire Grill both had good turn-overs on both days, which is good for the club. Last Friday night, there were three Hurry Scurry’s

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ARMADALE SUB-BRANCH OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER

THE FURPHY July 2017 Edition

The Price of Liberty is Eternal Vigilance

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ARMADALE RSL SUB-BRANCH & CLUB INCORPORATED

EXECUTIVE AND COMMITTEE 2016 / 2017

PRESIDENT Mr Warren Campbell

VICE PRESIDENT Mr Neville Dwyer (Nifty)

JR VICE PRESIDENT Club Inc. Vacant HON SECRETARY Mr Anthony Wilton (Wombat)

TREASURER Mrs Rachel Stead

ASST TREASURER Mr Geoff Bishop

MEMBERSHIP OFFICER Mr Tom Rynn

COMMITTEE Sub-Branch Vacant COMMITTEE Sub-Branch Mr John Coop

COMMITTEE Sub-Branch Mr Tim Bell

COMMITTEE Club Inc. Mrs Marg Welch

COMMITTEE Club Inc. Vacant COMMITTEE Club Inc. Mrs Pera Norton

WARDEN Mr Ken Hepburn

WARDEN Mr Hans van de Velde

WELFARE Ex Officio Ms Jude Firth Ph: 0414793378

MEMORABILIA Ex Officio Vacant NEWS LETTER Ex Officio Secretary and Mr Peter McNeill

DALE COTTAGES Mr K. Hepburn

MAINTENANCE Ex Officio Mr Bob Giles

GARDENS Ex Officio Mr Peter McNeill

PARK WARDEN Ex Officio Vacant

BAR MANAGER Ex Officio Mrs Maria Gizzi

1 Commerce Ave, Armadale, WA 6112

PO Box 697, Armadale, WA 6992

Ph: Office (08) 9497 1972 Bar: (08) 9399 6239

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Website: www.armadalersl.com.au

Committee Meetings: First Wednesday of the month at 1700 hrs

General Meetings: Second Sunday of the month at 1030 hrs

Annual General Meeting: Sunday 10th September.

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7 Orchard Ave,

Armadale WA 6112

Ph: 08 9394 500

[email protected]

The Council give continued support throughout the year

From the Secretary’s Desk

Welcome to the July edition of “The Furphy”, well we have had a

very busy month with the internal audit being completed prior to the

auditors coming in, the Annual State Congress just completed and

preparing for Annual General Meeting coming up in September and

that’s just on the office side of things.

On the club side of things, On 7th July (Friday Member’s Night) we

had the band, Heart Beats provide entertainment, overall it was a very

good night and then on Sunday 9th July after the General Meeting, the

band, SAM provided some entertainment, which was another great

afternoon. The Bar and Spitfire Grill both had good turn-overs on both

days, which is good for the club. Last Friday night, there were three

Hurry Scurry’s Drawn and the band, Midnight Velvet, played with

another good night trade with the Bar and Spitfire Grill.

On a SAD Note, I have to inform everyone that unfortunately, the

DIRTY Queenslanders defeated the NSW Blues yet again. Doesn’t

matter, we will try again next year. It’s amazing how many people come

out of the woodwork, when it comes to picking on us New South

Welshmen.

Anthony (Wombat)

NIFTY’S QUOTE OF THE MONTH “When we are up to our ass in alligators, we

sometimes forget that the main objective was to drain

the swamp.”

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WELFARE MATTERS

With Jude Firth

PRACTICAL TIPS FOR LOOKING AFTER YOUR SKIN

As we get older, our skin becomes more delicate and dry, and skin tears are

common. However, the simple step of moisturising twice a day can help

prevent skin tears in the first place.

Research has found that men and women who apply an appropriate twice

a day halve their chance of having a skin tear. There are many different

types of and some of these are better than others. Alpha Keri® lotion is an

example of an appropriate moisturiser

What should I do if I have a skin tear?

If you do have a skin tear, even a small one, it is a good idea to see your

doctor. Your doctor, or a nurse, can check that the wound is clean and give you

advice about how to look after it. Your doctor can talk to you about what

might have caused the skin tear. For example if you felt dizzy and fell over,

your doctor might review your medicines, to make sure one of them isn't the

cause.

Follow these tips to help prevent skin tears:

Apply moisturiser to your arms and legs twice a day - it only takes a

minute or two. Make it part of your daily routine by moisturising at the same

time each day, e.g. after showering in the morning and before bedtime at night.

Be careful not to get moisturiser on the soles of your feet. It might make them

slippery.

Use a soap substitute cleanser when bathing. Soap can make your skin dry

out. For example your doctor may prescribe Hamilton® Skin Therapy Wash.

Take care as soap substitute cleansers may make surfaces slippery.

Keep limbs protected by wearing long sleeves and pants.

Eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluids, unless otherwise

instructed by your doctor.

Reduce the chance of falling over; wear good practical footwear, and glasses

where prescribed, and keep the house and garden clutter free and well lit.

Jude

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This year Veterans’ Health Week (VHW) will be held from Saturday

21st to Sunday 29th October and the theme will be Physical Activity.

The week is an opportunity for veterans, war widows, widowers, current

and ex-Australian Defence Force members and their families to improve

and maintain the health and wellbeing of themselves and their friends.

DVA will be partnering with ex-service organisations and community

groups to develop a program of fun and interactive activities at a local

level.

The Club will be conducting two events:

A Luncheon on Tuesday 24th October at the club. There will be a representative from DVA doing a presentation meal choices and cooking for two followed by a short walk and then a light lunch.

Bowls day on 28th October at the Armadale Bowling Club to encourage members to remain active.

The activities are free and everyone is encouraged to come and join in the activities.

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Are YOU one of the growing number of

RSL Members without a Valid Will?

Everyone should have a Will. Dying without a Will, no matter how

simple you believe your affairs to be, can make things harder and

far more expensive for your family and loved ones resulting in years

of stress and conflict.

A Will is without doubt the most important document you need to have.

It enables you to determine how you wish to distribute your estate, your

valuables, your funeral wishes, the guardianship of those you care for,

any donations or charitable support for others.

Without a current Will you are leaving what could be very important

decisions in the hands of a government administrator (Public Trustee) to

determine the distribution of your estate.

The RSL in conjunction with Pre-Paid Legal now offers you the “RSL

Legal Plan”, with the ability to establish a simple Will and enduring

power of attorney, review or make changes in the future, have it

safely, all at no charge as part of your RSL Legal Plan.

For further information on the many benefits of the “RSL Legal

Plan” contact PRE-PAID LEGAL on (08) 9355 5822 and protect the

ones you love now.

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Armadale RSL Sub-Branch

& Club Inc. Trading Hours

Mondays and Tuesdays: 4pm – 8pm

Wednesday and Thursday: Noon – 8pm

Friday: Noon – 12 - Midnight

Saturday and Sunday: Noon – 8pm

Public Holidays: 12pm – 8pm

By order of the Committee, Should there be 5 Patrons or less in

the Club between 7pm and 8pm closing times may then vary at

the discretion of the Duty Bar Manager.

Dress Code ~ Military Mess standards apply.

Reasonably clean working dress permitted on weekdays only

up to 7.00pm.

Neat casual at all other times.

Not Permitted at any time:-

Thongs, Tank Tops, Singlets, Muscle Tops, Bare Midriffs,

Headdress may not be worn unless sanctioned by The

Committee.

FRIDAY NIGHT

MEMBERS NIGHT

Come along and have a meal and also support Lillian’s Friday

Night Raffles, which help towards the Children’s Christmas

Party. The prizes are drawn immediately after “The Ode”

which is observed each Friday night at 7 pm.

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SPITFIRE

GRILL LUNCHES 12 – 2PM Thur – Fri –Sat - Sun

DINNERS 5:30 – 8PM Thursdays & Fridays

MENU FISH & CHIPS (Battered/Grilled)

Served with Salad, Tartare,

Lemon Wedge & Chips

STEAK SANDWICH

Served with Aioli & Chips

CHICKEN PARMIGIANA

Served with Salad & Chips

SALT & PEPPER SQUID

Served with Salad & Chips

BEEF OR CHICKEN BURGER

Served with Iceberg lettuce, Tomato,

Cheese, Beetroot & choice of Sauce

PLEASE SEE OUR BOARD FOR

SPECIALS

Lunches—$10

Dinners

Little Spitfires—$5

Snacks

SOUP OF THE DAY

Served with Bread Roll $5

PORTERHOUSE STEAK (150g)

Served with Potato Mash &

Veg OR Salad & Chips $12

CHICKEN PARMIGIANA

Served with Salad & Chips $10

LAMB SHANK

Potato Mash & Gravy $12

FISH & CHIPS (Battered/Grilled)

Served with Salad, Tartare,

Lemon Wedge & Chips $10

BANGERS & MASH

Served with Onion Gravy,

Peas & Corn $12

CHICKEN NUGGETS

With Chips

FISH GOUJONS (FINGERS)

With Chips

STEAK & CHIPS

SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS

SEAFOOD BASKET

With Chips $7

CRUMBED CHICKEN

With Chips $7

GARLIC PRAWNS

With Chips $7

FISH GOUJONS (FINGERS)

With Chips $5

CHICKEN NUGGETS

With Chips $5

CHIPS OR WEDGES

With Aioli $5

AVAILABLE FOR MEMBERS AND THEIR GUESTS