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The following are extracts from the minute book of the Club. Compiled by R.Emery, 2016.

Meeting Council Chambers 22nd November 1954

Resolved to - Build tool shed, £130 -

Purchase Scott Bonnar Mower, £150 and

Electricity be put on Block.

Meeting Council Chambers 17th January 1955 Resolved that plans for Clubhouse 60 x 20 be drawn

up for with provision for kitchen and locker room Application to be lodged for Liquor License

Meeting Council Chambers 26th April 1955.

Purchase roller £205 and spreader £32/10/-

Sixty two new member applications accepted.

Pigeon shoot organised to raise funds.

Meeting Council Chambers 16th May1955.

Accepted quote from M.Chammings for erection of Clubhouse - £1465 . Bank of NSW be approached for £2000 Bank Loan.

Annual General Meeting Council Chambers 3rd November 1955.

President reported that the Greens and Clubhouse were almost completed and the opening was set

for 26th November 1955.

Credit Balance £13/14/7 - Associate members to be included.

Meeting Club House 1st December 1955. Beer Prices 8d per 5 oz glass - Green fees 2/-, Resignation Mr

J.Cookson form the committee and appointment as Greenkeeper at 10 per week trial for 2 months.

Meeting Clubhouse 2nd February 1956. Purchase lx 2 shilling and 2x I shilling Poker Machines .

Club badge drawing with seagull approved.

Mr Lampe resignation accepted with regret.

Meeting Club House 15th March 1956.

Wagga District would not accept Urana at this time.

Resolved that Albury & District be approached re affiliation .

Green keepers wage increased to £12 per week. Beer prices increased to 9d.

Meeting Club House, 13th September 1956.

Lighting for the Green to go ahead.

Albury & District would not agree to affiliate for Pennants but would for social matches.

Annual General Meeting , Clubhouse 27th September 1956.

L.Rockliff Chairman, and 46 members present.

The President reported on the main functions for the past year –

Opening of the Clubhouse on 26th November 1955 and the continual development of the Green.

Resolved Annual Subscription be 5 guineas (£5/5/-) Resolved Ladies be allowed to form a committee.

A Motion to install a telephone was lost.

Extracts from 1957 meetings:

Night Bowls commenced 17th January 1957.

2 Sets of Club Bowls be sold for £8 per set.

Because of water restrictions , alternative water supply to be obtained from the old reservoir, £250 .

The sum of £5 advanced to the Ladies for petty cash.

Two Bowls days to be set aside for the benefit of the doctors residence and “Diggers” day.

Over sowing of the Green with bent Grass endorsed.

Design of Club Badge accepted.

Purchase of 18 feet of additional land - £80 .

New floor coverings “A” grade linoleum - and later ,Club not satisfied with the laying of same.( Maples

Corowa).

Start construction of the second Green.

Official opening of the Green on the 6th October 1957.

Annual General Meeting, Clubhouse 17th October 1957.

The President, L.Rockliff, reported on the improvement of the Club’s finances ,the development of

amenities and the admission to A & D Bowling Association and would take part in the “B” grade pennant

competition.

Mr J.Williams elected president, L.Rockliff and M.Dore elected Vice Presidents , A.H.Hutton elected

Secretary and Mr J.R.Yeo elected Treasurer

Remaining meetings for 1957:

Resolved that a telephone be installed.

A humidicrib be purchased for the Hospital.

£100 donated to the swimming Pool.


Bar Wages Tuesday and Thursday Nights £1/10/-

Saturday and Sundays - £2/10/- per day.

Cleaning wages to £3/-1- per week.

Electric Light to be erected at front gate.

Steel lockers purchased.

Primus stove and kettle purchased.

Mantel wireless purchased and to be under control of the steward or committeeman if present.

Annual General Meeting, Clubhouse 3rd October 1958.

M.Dore (Vice President) Occupied the chair with 42 members present.

Mr G.Williams elected President , M.Dore and J.L.Fox elected Vice presidents , A.H.Hutton elected

Secretary and A.Morrison elected Treasurer.


Concrete path quote accepted - £71/10/-

Air Conditioning (2 of) quotes accepted.

Fan to be purchased for the bar.

Pepper Trees at the front of the Club to be removed.

Two card tables to be purchased with glass attachments.

Purchase 1 dozen new jacks and 7 score boards.

Resignation from the greenkeeper J.Cookson accepted with regret and a letter of commendation be sent to

him.

I.Widdup appointed as temporary Greenkeeper.

Donation of £100 to the doctors residence plus a bowls charity day for same.

Temprite beer cooler and exhaust fan purchased.

Annual General Meeting, 28th August 1959

G.P.Williams (chairman) and 44 others present.

G.P.Williams elected President, G.Hartnup and

L.L. Fox elected Vice Presidents , A.Morrison elected

Treasurer and A.H.Hutton elected Secretary.

Further extracts from 1959 meetings:

The bar to be opened during the centenary - 4-.6:30pm and 8 to 11pm.

£10 donated to legacy.

6 new seats for no 2 green be purchased.

New 30” Queens mower be purchased.

Appreciation of the Club expressed for the preparation of the centenary Float.

Repairs to the building where damaged by fire left to the house committee.

Quotes to be obtained for the lighting of the 2nd Green.


R.Dodds appointed Greenkeeper/Barman.

S.Dunmall congratulated on winning the Albury District Singles Championship.

R.Grentell and R.Kost appointed Sunday barmen.

Purchase new coring machine from Walla. purchase two of 2/- and one of 1/- Poker machines - old

machines to be traded at 100 each.

Resolved that the Club contribute on a pound for pound basis, up to £l500 , to the swimming pool

project plus a further contribution of £500 when the pool becomes a reality.

Annual General Meeting, 5th August 1960.

G.P.Williams (Chair) and 56 others present.

Mr G.Hartnup elected President ,J.L.Fox and G.P.Williams elected Vice Presidents , A.H.Hutton

elected Secretary and A.N.Morrison electedTreasurer.


£100 donated to the Doctors residence.

Remaining £500 paid to the Swimming Pool.

Annual General Meeting, 11th August 1961, G.Hartnup (Chair) and 60 others attended. Mr

T.G.Hartnup elected President, G.P.Williams and J.W.Cullen elected Vice Presidents, A.H.Hutton elected


Further extracts from 1961 meetings:

Mrs D.Fox appointed Cleaner.

Extracts front 1962 meetings:

Electricity installation – 6th

February 1964

Sceptic tank installed and new brick toilets for both sexes.

One 2/- Poker machine to be reserved for Bowlers on Sunday 18th march 1962 £100 donated to the Hospital.

Purchase new floor polisher and Scott Bonnar Roller - £285 .

Annual General MeetIng, 24th August 1962.

T.G.Hartnup (Chair) and 53 others attended.

Messrs J.J Warren , S.R.Nixon and G.T.Lampe

elected Honorary Life members.

Mr N.T.Fox elected President , J.Cullen and L.L.

Fox elected Vice Presidents , A.H.Hutton elected



Honour Board erected.

New awnings for the front of the Club.


Kerb and Guttering at the front of the Club cost £94 .

Honour Board unveiled on “ladies” night.

Four one shilling poker machines owned by the Club to be registered. (?)

Only one Barman to be employed on Sundays until further notice.

Building Insurance cover increased to £7,000 .

Cleaning fee be increased to £6 during the night bowls season.

Annual General Meeting, 23rd August 1963.

(no record) N.T.Fox President - Committee -

A.Morrison , H.Caldwell , A.Swanson , P.Boxshsll,

R.Widdup , L.Smith , G.Williams , J.Bodycott,

ltGrentell, ltHutton and J.Cullen.

Licensing court granted an extension of time to complete the toilets.

Extracts from 1963 meetIngs:

Resignation A.Morrison accepted with regret.

L.Rockliff appointed to fill the vacancy . J.Bodycott appointed Treasurer.

Sunday newspapers to be obtained and sold for 9d.

Eswood glasswasher converted to modern standard.

Tenders obtained for Club extensions.

Ten prunis trees to be planted at the front of the Club.

Annual General Meeting , 23rd August 1964.

N.T.Fox (Chairman) and 54 others attended.

J.E.Cookson conferred Honorary Life membership.

Resolved that the Club enter the A&D Pennants.

Mr N.T.Fox elected President , J.Cullen and

G.Williams elected Vice Presidents.

Quote of £3,995/0/0 accepted fromM.McGrath for Alterations.

Annual General Meeting, 11th September 1964

Mr N.T.Fox (Chair) and 60 others attended. R.Widdup elected President , J.Cullen and L.L. Fox elected

Vice Presidents , A.H.Hutton elected Secretary and J.Bodycott elected Treasurer.

Mixed bowls permitted on Sundays. Green fees set at 3/-d per player.

Resolved that playing of cards be prohibited between 5pm and 6:30pm on Saturday afternoons

when Pennants are played and on Sunday afternoons.


Tamlyn cup won by Urana defeating Oaklands 6 points to 2.

Five guineas donated to Ambulance.

No 2 green sewn with couch.

Resolved that the Club donate the cost of one tennis court to the Urana Tennis Club - £306 . Coolroom (£906 ) and bar fittings (£1142/13/- installed.

National Bank account at Corowa closed.

Large refrigerator donated to Swimming pool.

Annual General Meeting , 10th September 1965.

Mr R..LWiddup (Chair) and 40 others attended.

£4000 overdraft taken out to be reduced by £800 annually.

R.Widdup elected President , J.CuUen and L.L. Fox elected Vice Presidents , A.H.Hutton elected

Secretary and J.Bodycott elected Treasurer.


P.A.System installed.

Police & Friends day for the Hospital . Club to donate £200 plus green fees.

Donation to the Hall for painting of £768 .

Loan to the Golf Club of £400 for fencing.

Donation to the Boy Scouts of 40 .

Two Pennant teams , A & B nominated to A & D.Annual General Meeting , 16th September 1966.

Annual General Meeting , 10th September 1966 Mr LH.Widdup (Chair) and 55 others attended.

Resolution for a full time Secretary/manager defeated.

J.N.Young elected President - J.Cullen and R.Widdup elected Vice-Presidents - J.Bodycott elected

Treasurer and H.Hutton elected Secretary.

Name board holding 250 names to be purchased.

Resolved that the Club extend the Sunday night closing hour to 8pm.

President of Zone 8 visited the Club.

$15 donated to the Tasmanian Bush Fire appeal.

Chubb Safe purchased $275.50.

$50 each donated to the Ambulance , Urana Girl Guides , Urana Boy scouts , Central and Xavier Schools

and Swimming Pool.

Annual General Meeting, 11th August 1967. Mr J.W.Cullen (Chair) and 54 others attended.

Honorary Life membership conferred upon A.H.Hutton.

One team to be nominated in the No 2 Pennant and two teams in the No 3 pennant. J.W.Cullen elected

President - G.Williams and A.Swanson elected Vice-Presidents - J.Bodycott elected Treasurer and

H.Hutton elected Secretary.


Shades to be erected north of No 1 green and creepers trained to grow over frames.

Rand Bowling Club granted the use of the green for their tournament and the Club to supply the

trophies.

Suggestion for a television set to be installed in the Club rejected.

Mr. A Swanson ‘s resignation accepted with regret.

Annual General Meeting , 9th August 1968.

Mr J.W.Cullen (Chair) and 42 others attended.

J.W.Cullen elected President - G.Williams and

F.Fealy elected Vice-Presidents - J.Bodycott elected


Mrs. E.Martin appointed Club cleaner.

Beer to be sold in 7oz glasses only at l5 cents per glass.


Beer cooling system purchased - $619.

Ice making machine purchased - $ 495.

L.H.Rockliff memorial scholarship awarded to Warren Sheather.

M.Knight and B.Jones appointed as stewards.

Bowls to be organised during the winter months.

Courage beer to be purchased.

$200 donated to the Hospital building fund.

$15 donated for a trophy for the Doctor’s Residence shoot.

Police & Friends day for the Hospital.

Green levelling equipment and leaf sweeper purchased.

Annual General Meeting, 15th August 1969.


P.Hopper elected President - J.Cullen and F.C.Fealy

elected Vice-Presidents - R.A.Noble elected


Jackpots increased to $10.

$600 to Tile the toilet floors.

Super Jackpot be $50.

Club open to 10pm on Sunday nights.


L.H.Rockliff Memorial Scholarship awarded to Miss Loretto Stakelum. Championship Four’s game

postponed because of a bush fire.

Liquor booth conducted at veteran car rally in support of the Apex Club.

Donation to Swimming Pool of $500. P.Kelly elected to the position of Treasurer.

Annual General Meeting, 14th August 1970. Mr P.Hopper (Chair) and 45 others attended. Honorary Life membership conferred upon MrJ.F.Bodycott.

Presidenfs allowance increased to $100. Secretary to be paid an honorarium of $500. P.Hopper elected

President - J.Cullen and L.L.Fox elected Vice-Presidents - B.Stakelum elected Treasurer and P.Kelly

elected Secretary.

Pennant team be entered in A & D - delegates to press for shorter season.

$3000 be reinvested on IBD for a further 12 months at 5% interest

Owners of the land south of the Club to be approached re possible purchase , if not, investigations to be

made as to the possibility of extending the Clubhouse onto portion of the No 2 green.

Television Set to be purchased.

Two chairs to be presented to the retiring Secretary endorsed.

Resolved that greenkeeper be paid an over-award payment of $5 per week plus a $1 per week travelling

allowance.


Donation of $50 to the Spastic Centre in support of Urana’s Miss Australia candidate, Rhonda

Seibels. No I green to be excavated and refilled with 15” of fine sand, re-drained and top dressed, Plinth to be

renewed.

Annual General MeetIng, 13th August 1971.

Mr P.Hopper (Chair) and 50 others attended.

Honorary Life membership conferred upon Messrs.

J.W.Cullen and G.P.Williams.

P.Hopper elected President - CLWilliams and

F.C.Fealy elected Vice-Presidents - E.McNeilly

elected Treasurer and H.Hutton elected Secretary.

Mr. H.Hutton declined the $500 Honorarium and suggested the employing of a bookkeeper Mr J.Saker to

be offered the position. Urana entered in the No 2 Pennant.

Apex Club granted the use of the Club to hold a dinner for overseas visitors on 14th October.

P.M.G. coin telephone not to be installed because of the high cost.

Resolved that the Club not enter a team in the proposed Triples pennant competition.

KFox and RWiddup appointed as Bar Stewards.

The A & D to be advised that this Club is in favour of the wearing of shorts and long socks in Club

events.


Resignation from Mr. P.Hopper accepted with regret

Club hours - Thursdays 7:30 to 11pm. Saturdays 2pm to 11pm

Sundays llam to llpm with closure of the bar from 2pm to 3pm to allow for the barmen’s lunch.

Mr. G.Williams appointed President and Mr J.Cottrell appointed Vice-President to fill vacancies

Draft Articles of Association drawn up.

A Triples competition was formed at Corowa between Oaklands , Urana , Rand , Howlong and both

Corowa Clubs.

A special meeting chaired by G.Williams and attended by 16 others , was called to consider

Incorporation.

Oaklands Bowling Club held Triples pennant presentations.

A Special meeting was called to consider the Clubs financial position.

Thursday nights closure endorsed. Resolved that the Club pay the Land and Water rates for the corner

block used as a car park.

Preparation of plans for an extension of the Club to include a mixed lounge.

Annual General Meeting , August 12th 1972.

Mr G.Williains (Chair) and 41 others attended.

J.Cottrell elected President - G.Williams and

F.C.Fealy elected Vice-Presidents - E.McNeilly


Building committee to prepare plans and estimates for the proposed extensions.

Resignation from Mr E.McNeilly accepted with regret.


Resolved middie prices be raised to 22 cents.

Mr J.Finch invited to join the committee and Mr. P.Passlow appointed as Treasurer.

Triples Pennant organised between Howlong, Rand, Oaklands, Corowa R.S.L. and Urana.

Resignation from Mr A.Morley accepted with regret

Congratulations conveyed to the Urana Triples team who won the District Triples.

Mr A.D.Long invited to join the committee and with Mr P.Passlow’s offer to stand down as Treasurer, Mr

Long was appointed Treasurer.

A coin operated Pool table was introduced on a three month trial with the Club and supplier sharing the

income from same.

South African couch runners obtained for the No 1 green . No 2 green top dressed and levelled.

Mini-Pool rules drawn up.

Annual General Meeting , August 31st 1973.

Mr J.Cottrell (Chair) and 33 others attended.

J.Cottrell elected President - D.S.Thorpe and

F.C.Fealy elected Vice-Presidents - A.D.Long


Clubs financial year changed to 30th April.


Letter of resignation from A.H.Hutton accepted with regret following nineteen years of outstanding

service to the Club.

Headmaster to be approached to arrange for schoolboys to assist with the planting of South African

Couch on the 2nd Green - to be paid $5 for 4 hours work.

A donation of $10 to Miss Susan Ralston for the Miss Australia Quest.

Advertisement for a casual barman to be placed in the Shire Observer. Mr G.Ayton later appointed to the

position.

Annual General Meeting ,28th June 1974.


J.Cottrell elected President - D.S.Thorpe and

F.C.Fealy elected Vice-Presidents - A.D.Long

elected Treasurer and PJ.Passlow elected Secretary

J.Saker appointed to carry out Secretarial and accountancy duties at an honorarium of $500.

A Sunday Pool Tournament arranged for Singles and Pairs. Mr J.E.Fox sponsored a trophy for the Singles

winner.

Quote for new curtains of $1088.95 accepted.


Resignation from Mr.D.Long as Treasurer accepted with regret.

Mr G.Lansdown appointed Treasurer.

Pool Tournament Trophy Board to be erected by G.Finch.

Resolved that the Club set up an office in the Urana Literary Institute Hall.

Mr. J.Saker thanked for his services rendered.

Annual General Meeting, 27th June 1975.


L.L.Fox elected President - R.Emery and J.Cottrell

elected Vice-Presidents - G.Lansdown elected

Treasurer and P.J.Passlow elected Secretary.

Urana to play in the Southwest Triples for 1975/76 and to confer with J.Odewhan as to the position

of the Club with the A & D.

Miss M.Fox appointed to the position of Club Bookkeeper.

Insurance on Tobacco be increased from $100 to $200 Cash Float increased from $350 to $500.

Bulk Beer Price for members -$47 for 18 gallon Keg

Bowls day to be held for the Aged Persons Home - entry fee $1 plus a $200 donation.

Mrs H.Widdup appointed Club Cleaner.

Legacy day donation of $50 plus green fees.


Renewed Water supply pipes from the Urana Dam - $1700.

Notice of resignation from Mr P.Passlow as Secretary accepted with regret.

Membership fees set at $10 and $5 for Associates.

Miss M.Fox appointed Assistant Secretary for 1976/77.

Recommendation to the AGM that the Urana Bowling Club Ltd as named be changed to The Urana

Sports Club.

The Club to purchase our own Pool Table.

Annual General Meeting , 25th June 1976. Mr L.L.Fox (Chair) and 60 others attended.

Resolved that the Club play in the Western District Triples for 1976/77.

After lengthy discussion the voting to change the name of the Club to The Urana Sports Club was

41 in favour and 16 against. The motion failed to obtain the required 75% and was lost. LL.Fox elected President - P.Passlow and R.Williams elected Vice-Presidents - G.Lansdown elected

Treasurer and R.M.Emery elected Secretary

Pool Table shifted to a position in front of the notice board for a trial period of three months.

A New Oil Heater installed -$478.

Apex Club quote for the painting of the Clubhouse for $425 ,labour only ,accepted.

New Pool Table cover - $ 102. Fortnightly Pool and Card Tournaments arranged.

New Watering System purchased - $ 446.68.

Secretary instructed to circularize a letter to all Sports Clubs requesting their proposals with regard to

amalgamation with our Club.

Green fees increased to 50 cents.

$50 plus green fees donated to legacy.


Miss M.Hopper and Mr. M.Anthony appointed Casual bar stewards

Letters from Urana Football Club and Urana Tennis Club expressing interest in attending a meeting with

other Sports Clubs and the Bowling Club at a future date.

Resignation of Mr. J.P.Boxshall from the committee accepted with regret and Mr. M.Dodds appointed to

fill the vacancy.

Discussion about the possibility of utilising the No 2 green as a tennis court. Mr. G.Williams donated the cost of $40 for a new printout calculator.

Free beer on meeting nights limited to $10. Legacy Day raised $145.20.

The legal age of Poker machine players reduced from 21 to 18 years.

J.M.Smith & Co’s offer of $100 towards the cost of the Water main accepted with thanks.

Recommendation to the AGM that the Club’s name be changed to The Urana Bowling and

Recreation Club.

Annual General MeetIng, 30th June 1977. Mr. L.L.Fox (Chair) and 51 others attended. After lengthy discussion the voting to change the name of

the Club to The Urana Bowling and Recreation Club Limited was 31 in favour and 19 against. The

motion failed to obtain the required 75% and was lost.

J.W.Cullen elected President - P.Passlow and P.Driscoll elected Vice-Presidents - G.Lansdown elected

Treasurer and R.M.Emery elected Secretary

Resolved to stay in the Western District Triples Pennant.

Bar Float raised from $500 to $600.

Club premises made available for the Football Club’s vote Count.

Clubhouse made available for the farewell of Rod Andrea.

Entry fees for Club championships - Singles & Pairs $1 ,Triples & Fours 50 cents.

$184.34 raised on Legacy day.


Mr. Roy Jones to be employed for two days per week during the greenkeepers absence.

Urana Tennis Club had won the District Shield for 1977/78 and is to be displayed in the Clubhouse.

Beer prices raised to 42 cents per middy.

Credit Balance at 9/2/78 of $7,865.88

Annual General Meeting , 30th June 1978.


Discussion on returning to the A & D.

P.J.Pssslow elected President - G.Williams and

P.Driscoll elected Vice-Presidents - R.Emery elected Treasurer and J.W.Cullen elected Secretary.

Resolved that the Club open on weeknights from 5-8pm with voluntary labour commencing 24/7/78. Resolved to stay with the Western District Triples.

Euchre parties arranged for Friday nights.

Interior of Club painted by D.Hutton - $990.

Week-night trading hours extended to 10pm

Monday to Thursday and midnight on Fridays.

New Carpet installed.

Credit Balance 13/12/78 of $17,138.50.


Ceiling Insulation and reflective shields installed at a cost of $1053.00.

50 Empress chairs 6 tables and 10 stebel stools purchased.

New Television purchased.

Resolved that $75 each be allocated to Mrs O.Mansell and Mrs C.Emery , Zone representatives

competing in the State Pairs Championships in Sydney.

Resolved that $50 be donated to help defray expenses in sending Robert Hemphill to W.A. for the

N.S.W. Junior Football representative side.

Annual General Meeting, 28th June 1979. Mr P.J.Passlow (Chair) and 25 others attended. The committee as a whole was commended for their

exceptional effort for the past year with regard to the voluntary bar work.

Regret extended at the passing of past President Jim Cottrell.

P.J.Passlow elected President - R Emery and R.Cliff elected Vice-Presidents - D.Crawford elected

Treasurer and J.W.CuIlen elected Secretary.

Resolved to stay in the Western District Triples

Pennant.

Credit Balance at 8/8/79 of $15,636.71

Miss M.Fox bookkeeping honorarium increased to $40 per week.

New bar partition erected.

$550 donated to the Swimming Pool for pump and fittings.

Two new Poker Machines purchased for $4000.

Beer prices increased to 50 cents per middy.

Corner Block of land purchased from C.Willey for $1200 plus legal costs.

Two new evaporative coolers purchased.

J.Fox and Ron Jones bar stewards for the Christmas party.


The Clubs old tables and chairs donated to the Urana Golf and Urana Apex Clubs.

The Clubs Old Pool table sold to Lockhart Bowling Club for $300.

Discussion on appointment of a Secretary/Manager.

Annual General Meeting , 4th July 1980. Mr P.J.Passlow (Chair) and 35 others attended. R.M.Emery elected President - D.Ogilvy and R.Williams

elected Vice-Presidents - D.Crawford elected Treasurer and J.W.Cullen elected Secretary. Resolved that

efforts be made to participate in some form of Pennants , and Bank surrounds be improved.

Advertisements placed for the Secretary/Managers position.

Credit balance at 9/7/80 $28,108.40.

Installation of new Hot Water system -

Bookkeeping honorarium increased to $2500 P.A.

New Concrete ditch surrounds purchased - $5,850 Three applications received for Secretary/Manager.

Resignation of M.R.Dodds as greenkeeper.

Renew No 1 Green lighting wiring - $ 448

New Freezer purchased - $569.

Housing requirements investigated for proposed Secretary/Manager.

Two new Poker machines purchased. R.Emery and other volunteers were commended on the work carried

out on the new concrete Ditches.

Aluminium Cladding installed to the Clubhouse. Donation to Swimming Pool of $350 for Soda Ash Pump.

Special meeting 17th October 1980. Appointment of Mr. P.O’Casey as Secretary/ Manager and

Purchase of Mr.W Arnold’s residence for $ 22,000 , Mr. O’Casey to have the option of purchasing

the house after a twelve month period.

R Emery’s voluntary work on the green commended and discussions held to consider the employment of

a greenkeeper.

Concrete ditches completed.

Mortgage for Club residence arranged of$ 12,000, to be paid over three years.

Credit balance at 10/12/80 of$ 29,391.15.


New Cash register purchased for $ 1275.

Mrs G.O’Casey thanked for cooking chickens for the Friday night raffles.

Middy prices increased from 53 cents to 55 cents.

Donation to Senior citizens dinner of $50.

Resolved that Plans for Clubhouse extensions be prepared.

Special meeting 24th March 1981 Meeting called to discuss the sale by auction of a de-mountable mess

building and other plant at Dartmouth dam.

R Emery , J.Cullen and P.O’Casey inspected the building today and advised that the building would be

suitable for the Club.

Resolved that representatives from the Club be empowered to bid to $30,000 for the building and

$3,000 for plant considered suitable for the Club. Reported later that the Club was the losing bidder

on the building , and Plant purchased consisting of Refrigeration Compressor, Glass chiller &

assorted trays costing $ 1264 endorsed.

R Emery paid for car expenses for 860 km at Secretary/Managers rate.

Voluntary bar work reduced to Tuesday nights only

Bingo introduced to the Club on Thursday nights.

R.Emery , K.Sheather , L.Watson and J.Cullen inspected the Yarrawonga Housing Industries factory

and obtained an initial floor plan for the proposed extensions.

Special meeting 24/5/81 to consider Floor plan and fittings.

Credit balance 10/6/81 of$ 33,650.05.

P.O’Casey appointed as Grade 1 Secretary/Manager.

Annual General Meeting ,30th June 1981.

Mr R.M.Emery (Chair) and 24 others attended.

Report on extensions progress.

President and Members acknowledged by acclamation Mr.A.H.Huttons M.B.E. Members acknowledged by acclamation the work of R.Emery as President and J.Cullen as Secretary.

R.M.Emery elected President - J.Cullen and P.Passlow elected Vice-Presidents

C.Pollard elected Treasurer and D.Ogilvy elected Secretary.

Acceptance of Quote from Yarrawonga Housing of $60,733 for supply and delivery of the Building.

Building Loan of $55,000 over five years taken Out

Light beer on tap discontinued because of excessive wastage and limited demand.

Credit balance at 12/8/81 of $41,598.56.

Special meeting 30/8/81 for on site work and fittings etc . total cost estimated around $ 95,000.

Meeting 14/10/81 Approval for quotes for Tables ($798), 40 velvet chairs and 40 Heritage chairs, two

new poker machines.

Letter of appreciation to P.O’Casey from the Children’s Medical Research Foundation. New refrigerator

($710) purchased.

Verandah Quote C.Hounsell accepted and Parquetry dance floor quote accepted.

Middies increased to 60 cents. (1981 new members 43 ,Associates 3l).


Credit balance at 12/1/82 of $12,401.45. Resignation from Mr D.Ogilvy Secretary, accepted with regret.

G.Ayton appointed to fill the vacancy.

New Lawn Mower - Pool Table recovered.

Bookkeeper Miss M.Fox to be paid hourly rate at 20 hours per week.

Letter of appreciation to Mr P.Goodsall in appreciation of his service to the Club whilst in Urana.

Donation to L & M Watson Fire Appeal Resolved that alterations be made to the kitchen for the fitting of a new Wok stove - cost about $3000.

Mandy Au appointed as the Club’s (Chinese) caterer.

Applications called for apprentice greenkeeper.

J.R.Knox appointed to the Board. Middies increased to 63 cents.

Application to the Licensing Court to allow persons under 18 years of age access to the Dining area whilst

meals being served.

Letter to Local member Mr.T.Fischer objecting to License fee increase.

Middies increased to 65 cents.

Special meeting 22/5/82

Meeting called to consider two applicants for apprentice greenkeeper. Appointment deferred because of

financial commitments for the next six months - Poker Machine payments $8,000 -Building Loan

Repayments of $ 8,000 and Poker machine duty of $8,000. Cash problem was due to the budgeted income

from the sale of the Club residence had not occurred.

R.Emery to continue voluntary greenkeeping in the mean time.

Annual General Meeting ,30th June 1982. Mr R.M.Emery (Chair) and 19 others attended. Messrs A.H.Hutton MBE and A.J.Smith expressed their

appreciation of the Club’s new facilities and moved a vote of thanks be recorded in the minutes to

President R.Emery and his committee for their work during the past year.

Mr P.Passlow expressed his appreciation of the work of the Club’s bookkeeper, Muriel Fox, during the

past seven years and it was resolved that a vote of thanks be conveyed to her for this work. J.W.Cullen

elected President - P.Mason and P.Passlow elected Vice-Presidents - C.Pollard elected Treasurer and

REmery elected Secretary.

Polynesian Variety Revue held on 14/7/82 – cost $500 plus accommodation expenses. Entrance $ 9. Donation of $50 to Miss R.Ayton - Miss Australia Entrant.

Working bee arranged to paint the Club’s roof.

Discussion in regard to the continuation or not of the Pennant Competition.

Lattice fence erected at side entrance to car park.

Resolved that a plaque be purchased and Official Opening of the extensions be held on the 26th

September 1982.

Second hand freezer purchased $349. New Poker Machine Cash Flow analysis introduced. Letter of

thanks to the Swimming Pool committee for a very successful Melbourne Cup Function held in the Club.


L.Watson appointed casual bar steward for 4 weeks while P.O’Casey on leave.

Carpet bowls purchased from Henselite for $492.98

Resolved that S.O’Casey be employed as a labourer for 17 weeks under the special Youth Employment

Training Program subsidy of $75 per week

The committee recommended to the Next Annual general Meeting that Life membership be conferred to

R.Emery , in recognition of his voluntary service to the Club.

The variety show “Kazzam” to be held at the Club, and advertised as a “Family “show.

S.O’Casey declined the 17 weeks employment offer due to an immediate opportunity of completing his

carpentry apprenticeship through a 12 week course in Sydney The Secretary then advised that he would

continue the voluntary greenkeeping until the end of the bowling season.

Mr W.Henderson from Albury to take over the servicing of the Poker Machines from Nutt & Muddle.

The Secretary to enquire about the effect of cashflow analysis on double Jackpots during “Happy Hour”.

The Club purchased a second set of carpet bowls.

G.Bernasconi and Joe Fealy to provide music at the Bowls presentations.

New Treasury rules require that new Poker Machines to pay a minimum of 85% back to the Players.

Resignation of Gary Barraclough accepted with regret.

Resolved that the Club apply to NSW State Lotteries to act as Instant Lottery Agents.

L.Watson employed part time whilst the manager is on leave.

Donation to the “Riding for the Disabled “Fund - $100 by J.Cullen and $20 from the Club.

Recommendation to the AGM that the Articles of Association be altered to allow Junior

membership. Resignation from Mr G.Hoare as a director accepted with regret.

Dining room booking for the Mansell family reunion on the 28th May endorsed.

Simultaneous Pool and Carpet Bowls competition arranged for Tuesday nights.

Credit balance at 8/6/83 of $ 10,669.04.


Mt J.Cullen (Chair) and 23 others attended.

Mr A.H.Hutton MBE congratulated the outgoing Committee on fully utilizing the Clubs new

facilities and maintaining the success of recent years.

Honorary Life membership conferred on R.Emery.

Resolved that the Articles be altered to allow Junior membership.

J.W.Cullen elected President - J.Fealy and P.Passlow elected Vice-Presidents - G.Bernasconi elected

Treasurer and R.Emery elected Secretary.

A vote of thanks recorded to Joe and Anne Fealy, and G.Bernasconi for their voluntary services at the

very successful Clubs presentation night.

Instant Lottery Agency: Application withdrawn.

J.Fealy, on behalf of the Directors ,to write to the politicians concerned expressing their opposition to the

proposed downgrading of the McCaughy Memorial Hospital.

Lack of numbers to enter the A & D this year - Club to approach the Oaklands ,Berrigan , Finley

and Jerilderie Clubs to re-instigate the Western District Triples.

The position of Greenkeeper / groundsman was advertised and a special meeting was called to consider

the five applications received. Resolved that M.Passlow be appointed as a casual labourer for a trial

period of three months.

$30 fee paid to the Apex Club for advertising in Apex covers.

Middy price increased to 78 cents. Tape player and intercom system purchased for the Dining Room.

New ice making machine purchased - $864.20.

Christmas special on stubbies -$17.


New Z747 vacuum cleaner purchased $ 330.

Director R.Cliff thanked for connecting the phone to the kitchen.

Resolved that 18 month computer analysis contract be entered into with C.I.D. Sydney.

Report of intermittent high beer temperatures again following the temprite being changed. Mechanic to be

obtained again and the system to be rechecked. Middy increased to 83 cents.

Dart competition to be organised.

Police Bowls Charity day held 29th march 1984.

New Poker machine purchased -$6,255. New Club Honour Board and Notice Board purchased $1,032.67.

New 3000 litre Tank and drains installed for kitchen waste water.

Donation to the Swimming Pool of $240.90 to repair Electric motor.

Beer system converted to snaplock fittings $290.

Credit balance of $25,703.22 as at 12/6/84.

Mrs M.Ferguson employed for book work during Miss M.Fox’s absence.


Mr J.Cullen (Chair) and 22 others attended.

The President thanked the retiring Committeemen

M.Holyoake and M.Jenkins for their service.

V.J Fealy elected President - M.MaIr and P.Pasalow elected Vice-Presidents - G.Bernaaconi elected

Treasurer and R.Emery elected Secretary.

Resignation from C.Pollard , Director, accepted with regret.

Donation to Apex Club of $200 for M.A.S.T. suite for Lockhart Ambulance.

D.Crossingham appointed to fill the vacancy on the Board.

P.Emery accepted as (first) junior member.

A meeting at lockhart agreed to form a bowls competition consisting of Urana , Lockhart , Rand, The

Rock , Yerong Creek and Oaklands.

Osborne Computer and Printer purchased at a cost of $ 2,700 .The Club’s First computer)

Insulation installed to the Club’s Ceiling.

Letter of thanks to P.O’Casey and M.Passlow for their help during the Melbourne Cup luncheon.

Badge Number lucky draw introduced December 1984. (Due to new computerised membership)

The secretary thanked for his work & progress regarding the changeover to computer records.


Resignation from M.Passlow . Letter of thanks and congratulations on his new appointment conveyed

from the Board.

Urana Football Club sponsorship sign costing $250 plus $50 per year thereafter, endorsed.

Applications were called for a casual greenkeeper and H.Bentham appointed to the position.

New laneway and car park fence installed –costing $1834.75.

A successful Police & Friends day held in march.

“Harvey Wallbanger” show a success with 63 attending.

Letter of thanks from the Shire Council re the Senior Citizens Dinner.

New ramp to the Dining Room and new entrance path installed.

Registered Clubs Association letter re proposed licensing of persons clearing Poker Machines.


Mr J.Fealy (Chair) and 23 others attended. The President thanked the retiring Committee for their service

and also Life member Mr.M.Dore who had travelled from Albury for the meeting. Report on the inter-

Club social night Bowls being a success and all Club’s represented at the recent Lockhart meeting were

interested in continuing. V.J. Fealy elected President - M.Mair and P.Passlow elected Vice-Presidents -

G.Bemasconi elected Treasurer and R.Emery elected Secretary.

Letter of protest re Poker Machine Licensing sent to the State Government.

H.Bentham and P.O’Casey’s work on the new entrance pathway was commended and a vote of thanks to

P.O’Casey expressed for his voluntary work.

Registered Clubs Association (RCA) request for venture capitol for the proposed “Keno” game.

Resolved that $200 be invested.

Discussion regarding the changes to the Club’s Articles to comply with the new Anti- Discrimination Act.

Chinese chef, Norman Woo resigned and appointment of John Leung endorsed.

Two Second hand Poker machines purchased.

R.N.S.W.B.A. letter advising that a firm of Solicitors have prepared a standard set of Articles to meet the

needs of Clubs regarding the New Registered Clubs Act, for a cost to each Club of $475.

Resolved that this firm be contacted to prepare a first draft , which is to exclude reference to “Associate

Members”.

Resolved that a trial earth/sawdust rink be constructed on the half Green. The secretary reported because of the large response to the solicitors from other Clubs, a delay could be

expected in the re-write of the constitution.

T.Widdup thanked for his organising of the entertainment for the Christmas party.

Middy increased to $1 Special meeting 18/12/85 to consider the Club’s financial position . Four year comparison showed a 27%

increase in income with a 56% increase in expenditure ( 61% increase in Salary/wages). It was decided

that no major savings could be achieved at present , however a review of the entertainment and rosters to

be carried out.

Extracts from 1986 meetIngs

Lengthy discussion took place on the quality of the beer dispensed at the Club . Resolved that CUB be

contacted for technical advice re the existing equipment.

General discussion re the installation of the new automatic telephones for the Club.

Australia Day function a success with 76 booked for the meal and 25 others attended later.

Second-hand Coin counter purchased $160.

Poker machine “Scratchie “promotion introduced. Middy to $1.05

Following the recent death of foundation and Life member G.P.Williams and as a tribute to his

donation of the land and many years service to the Club , it was resolved unanimously that a

recommendation be put to the next AGM to name the bowling green ‘The G.P.Williams Esq.

Memorial Green “and a suitable plaque be erected.

Quote of $210 to re-cover the Pool table from C.Rochow accepted.

New hot water Urn $242.

Anglican Church to hold centenary celebrations in the Club on 28th September. H.Bentham to stand in for the manager when on leave.

Donation $50 to Urana Foothall Club.

Cigarette Dispenser installed - cost $ 500.

Special meeting 9/5/861. Bank Loan to be repaid and establishment of a $10,000 overdraft.

Club Superstation : resolved unanimously that the RCA contract for Club Superstation be signed

and representatives from the Board attending the equipment workshop at Wagga be empowered to

purchase or lease the equipment as they see fit.

Debit balance at 11/6/86 of -$1302.30.

Meeting 11/6/86

Resignation from Miss Muriel Fox as bookkeeper accepted with regret , Letter in reply thanking her

for her past ten years competent and exceptional service. Also that a suitably engraved gift be purchased.

Resignation from Mr G.Bernasconi as Treasurer accepted with regret. Thanks recorded for his past three

years service.

“Commander T” telephone system with meter to be installed.

The President thanked the Directors who attended the RCA meeting in Wagga re Club Superstation and it

was resolved that the Club purchase a Large Screen rear projection TV and Phillips 26” TV with

electronic sign quoted price of $5,936 and $2,149 respectively.

Resolved that the Bar be re-covered by K Martin $250.

Retiring Director B.Corcoran thanked for his past 12 months contribution.


Mr J.Fealy (Chair) and 21 others attended.

Report on the forthcoming Club Superstation.

Hutton MBE offered his congratulations to the Committee for the continued development of the Club

amenities which have enabled numerous functions to be held in ideal surroundings for the benefit of the

community.

Congratulations extended to the retiring Miss M.Fox for her outstanding contribution to the Club during

the past 10 years and to the Secretary for his continuing efforts.

Recommendation that the incoming committee consider the immediate replacement of Miss M.Fox.

Resolved unanimously that the outgoing committee’s recommendation to name the green “The

G.P.Williams Memorial Green “and a suitable Plaque be erected , be adopted.

V.J Fealy elected President - J.Cullen and M.Mair elected Vice-Presidents - G.Hill elected Treasurer and

R.Emery elected Secretary.

Dinner Dance -80 attended and function satisfactory.

The Interior of the Club painted.

Photograph honouring the late L.H.Rockliff to be framed and erected in the Club with a suitable plaque.

Theft of a box of toilet rolls from the men’s Locker room.

The Secretary requested that the appointment of a new bookkeeper be deferred. Resolved that further

consideration be made in three months time or earlier at the Secretary’s discretion.

Lockhart Bowling Club’s request to continue the night social bowls as per last year

New commercial front door purchased – cost $1,200.

Claytons prices reduced to 5 cents above the equivalent Soft Drink Prices.

A New heating system to be investigated prior to the 1997 winter.

The secretary reported that the recorded voluntary bookkeeping hours at this time are averaging 8- 10

hours per week and that he would continue.

Jerilderie’s request for a social day on the 26th October agreed to , program to be altered accordingly.

Middy increased to $1.10 Invitation extended to the State President RNSWBA for the dedication of the green to the late

G.P.Williams.

RCA reported that the large screen TV’s are un- available . Resolved that a 36” projection TV be

purchased from Electronic Enterprises, Albury for $4,400.

The Secretary reported that he had visited both Shepparton and Albury re the upgrading of the Club’s

computer to an IBM compatible . Resolved that a new system be purchased subject to the secretary’s

discretion. The secretary also confirmed the offer of additional voluntary bookkeeping to cover the cost of

upgrading.

Resignation of Club caterer John Leung after two years and appointment of Mr P.Lo. Mr P.Lo’s request to

provide take-away meals on Monday Tuesday and Wednesday nights for a trial period, granted.

Half green sewn with tift dwarf grass obtained from the Corowa bowling Club.

New Video recorder installed.


Lockhart Bowling Club advising cancellation of night bowls competition accepted with regret.

New Green roller purchased costing $2,880.

Beer condition , report that a full check of the system was carried out with some oil added to the “750”

valve and no apparent fault being found. An electronic thermometer purchased ($1 10) with the object of

continuously monitoring the temperature. Reports since indicate the beer as being satisfactory.

Liquor Administration Board, advice on Poker Machine Adviser licensing and exemption for licensing if

Honorary Secretary.

Letters of thanks Urana Bush Fire Brigade for free drinks at recent fire and Mrs A.Noonan for wreath.

Received the first draft of the new constitution from Truman Stocker & Scutts, Solicitors.

Catering cost for President’s Day and dedication of the green $600 and letter of thanks sent to the caterer

Peter Lo for his excellent effort.


To consider the first draft of the new constitution. Proposed amendments:

Membership structure , delete “Associate members” Membership area , change to “30 kilometres.

Committee changed to “Not less than 4 and not more than 9 Directors” (previously 12 members) Add

wording to require 21 days notice to the Board to change By-Laws.

Increase Committee quorum from 4 to 5.

Middies to $1.15 Club badged engraved Glasses to be purchased.

RNSWBA Bi-Centennial Mixed fours : Club to participate.

Applications to be called for Club book keeper.

Club heating: Gas and Electric survey to be carried out.


Quote from Harrison & Higgins, Wagga of $4,186 accepted for the supply and installation of a

ducted gas heating system.

Mrs. A.Stakelum appointed Club bookkeeper commencing 6th July 1987.

Urana Foothall Clubs request to hold a Disco approved.

Commendation recorded to M.Mair and P.O’Casey for their efforts at the recent Disco.

Letter of thanks for the use of the Club facilities following the funeral of A.J.Smith.

Request from Mrs V.Williams to holds luncheon for a bus load of tourists approved.

Mr D.Hogg appointed acting secretary for one month while the secretary on leave.

H.Bentham to be employed to construct a new concrete path from the front entrance to the William street

gate and to install a new pipeline extension for greens irrigation.

Fifty new chairs and four trestles to be purchased.

Annual General Meeting , 30th June 1987. Mr J.Fealy (Chair) and 19 others attended. The retiring President expressed his personal thanks to the

Secretary and Directors for their involvement and team work during his three year term as President.

Resolved unanimously that articles 1 to 83 inclusive of the Club’s Articles of Association be deleted

and the new Articles 1 to 78 inclusive be substituted therefore. Mr H.Hutton MBE reflected on the progress of the Club over the past 33 years and offered his

congratulations to all the Directors involved during the past 8 or 9 years whereby the Club had become

the social centre for the community by providing facilities that could not be bettered , which he said, is

obvious by the numerous and various functions now held here.

The Secretary and Manager were also thanked for their time , effort and dedicated work. D.G.Hogg

elected President - J.Cullen and J.Fealy elected Vice-Presidents - C.Gorham elected Treasurer and

R.Emery elected Secretary.


Club Superstation take-over by the Bond Corporation (i.e Sky Channel” : Club to refrain from signing up

unless this is required to remain with Club Superstation.

A &D requested entry fees of $10 per team be forwarded by the 17th August.

Constable Chubb to be approached to consider re introducing the Police Charity Bowls day.

LAB renew requirements for Poker machine purchases and approval to submit 6 monthly returns.

Letter of thanks from the family of the late K.Sheather.

New stove purchased for the Club’s residence.

Letter of complaint from the Directors to the State Treasurer re the introduction of cash prizes on video

machines in Hotels.

New Scott Bonnar Groover purchased.

Rand Bowling Club Anniversary R.Emery and J.Fealy to attend.

The Secretary empowered to purchase a new computer system at his discretion.

President D.Hogg gave notice of resigning because of shift to Nowra and committed his Presidents

allowance to a function on the 7th December on behalf of the Club staff and fellow Directors.

Annual Sporting awards to the Schools raised to $50.

President D.Hogg’s resignation reluctantly accepted. Thanks were expressed from various Directors for

Davids involvement and enthusiasm during his four years with our Club and a vote of thanks was passed

by acclamation.

Good Luck wished to Mr & Mrs Emery and Mr & Mrs B.Stakelum representing Urana at the

District play-off for the Bi-Centennial Mixed Fours at Henty.


Thanks expressed to the volunteers who made themselves available for the recent top dressing of the

green.

New Hot Water tank to be purchased.

Mr J.Fealy was appointed to fill the vacant position of President.

Mr K.Martin appointed to fill the vacancy on the Board.

Middie prices increased to $1.20.

Mixed Triples twilight Bowls competition held over four weeks - rules as per Bi-Centennial Mixed

Fours.

Donation of the Clubs old Honour Board to the Tennis Club -

The Secretary reported on the inspection of the Club by two Taxation officers and an assessment would be

forthcoming in the near future -

LAB written to obtain an interpretation regarding the legality or otherwise of having a bonus prize for

members badge draw, which may “Jackpot” - In reply to the above , the Club was advised an application

for a permit was necessary prior to being considered for approval.

Toilet repairs and painting carried out. Flower garden replaced at the front of the building.

New Poker machine purchased costing $7,400 –

Letter of resignation effective 29th June from the Secretary , R.Emery accepted with regret –

Thanks expressed on behalf of the Martin family for use of the Club.

Report from the secretary of the computer breakdown and subsequent repair , under warranty -


MrJ.Fealy (Chair) and 17 others attended - Director J.Cullen expressed regret on the retirement of

Directors R.Emery and P Passslow and on behalf of the meeting moved a vote of thanks for their past

involvement.

Director G.Cassidy expressed gratitude on behalf of the meeting to P.O’Casey for his efforts , in particular

for opening the Club on Voluntary nights. The President expressed his personal thanks to the Secretary for

his 15 years of service to the Club. J.Fealy elected President - J.Cullen and J.Knox elected Vice-

Presidents - PLander elected Treasurer.


J.Cullen appointed Secretary by acclamation and advised resignation as Vice-President.

K.Martin appointed Vice-President.

“Sky Channel” to be contacted re installation at the Royal George Hotel and our concern expressed.

It was noted that in the month of June 520 people were served in the Dining room.

A & D informed that Urana would not be proposing names for inter-Zone events -

P.Lander released from all duties other than Treasurer -

Re-introduction of the badge Draw.

Euchre to be held on Tuesday nights –

New Lawn mower purchased.

Ladies notice board re-located –

Beer prices reduced by 5 cents per glass -

Donation of $285.80 to the Swimming Pool for repairs to motor -

Mixed Triples round robin event organised for Friday nights.

Resolved to accept the ‘Sky Channel” Fenech fight on 30/11/88 for $250 and $50 spent on food as a

promotion , be accepted -

New Cash register purchased.


Credit balance 11/1/89 $10,743.14

Night bowls - 3rd February to 10th March –

Quote from K.Martin to upgrade the Club residence for a total of$15,500 accepted -

Middies to $1.30 and cigarette prices increased to $2.80 –

Cigarette dispenser no longer used –

New Coin counter installed $1,900 and vacuum cleaner purchased.

Annual General Meeting, 19th July 1989. Mr J.Fealy (Chair) and 17 others attended - Comment was made about the value of “Sky Channel” and it

was suggested the committee might consider opting out if possible -

Votes of thanks recorded to J.Fealy ,J.Cullen, M.Mair and G.Cassidy –

Committee to investigate the re-entry of a Pennant Team.

J.R.Knox elected President - A.Manns and W.Jones elected Vice-Presidents - There were no nominations

for Treasurer.


R.Emery appointed Secretary and Subject to acceptance, Miss H.Cullen be appointed Treasurer and

B.Stakelum appointed to the Board.

Pool Table re-covered by C.Rochow $250.

Volunteer Bar roster consisting of 28 members organised -

P & C to organise Melbourne Cup function -

Middies to $1.35

Working Bee: four attended and thanks recorded to non-Directors H.Bentham and P.Whitehead.

Annual Pool Competition and a Carpet Bowls Competition organised.

Four trestles purchased from K.Martin $ 280.

Discussion on trading deficit of -$2,190 and monthly net Poker machine return of $2,521 as being

the lowest in the last 15 years.

Enquiry to be made to the RCA re the use of “Sky Channel” for the running of “Keno’ and if not , then the

possibility of the Club withdrawing from the Contract.

Two sets of bowls stolen from the locker room.

Banking changed to 9:30 am on Sundays for a trial period as requested by Treasurer ,H.Cullen.

Donation to the Football Club of $100.

Delegates for Henty’s proposed “Country Pennant’ were B.Stakelum, J.Knox , R.Emery and W.Jones.

Report on successful Police Day and Legacy Day.

RCA letter advising that “Sky Channel” would not be the prime medium for ‘Keno” . Resolved that

this contract be terminated.

Craige Lyle and brother hired for the Club Christmas Party.

Offer of $500 from Morundah Hotel for the Cigarette machine accepted.


Credit balance 10/1/90 of $25,271.70.

Middie to $1.40. Night Bowls commence 15/1/90

Two second hand Poker Machines installed.

Packaged Beer prices reduced to $22.80 for march.

P.Bourke advised of the Clubs appreciation of his donation of material (pool liner coaling $100) for recent

work on the greens.

Report on the successful night bowls and President’s day, thanks recorded to Bowls secretary B.Stakelum

Senior Citizens dinner held 13th May.

Discussion on declining Poker machine revenue.

Thanks recorded to P.O’Casey and H.Bentham for the painting of the rear of the Clubhouse.

Thank you card received from Mrs P.Cannon.

Letter of thanks to P.O.Casey and the Club for the recent Hospital Function.

Thanks recorded to N.Manns retiring Director, H.Cullen , J.Knox and R.Emery for their past years effort.

Annual General Meeting , 25th July 1990. Mr J.Knox (Chair) and 17 others attended. Report on the opting out of ‘Sky Channel”. Following a

discussion , it was resolved that the temperature of the beer be improved. J.R.Knox elected President -

There were no nominations for Vice-Presidents - Miss H.Cullen appointed Treasurer.


W.Jones and B.Stakelum were appointed as Vice- Presidents , R.Emery appointed Secretary and

P.Driscoll appointed to the Board to fill the vacancy.

AGM resolution re Beer Temperature:

The secretary reported that CUB had inspected the equipment and provided a written report

recommending the replacement of the beer lines and beer taps ,also that all parts had been replaced in the

Temprite system (except for two new parts) costing $826.34.

Middle prices to $1.50.

Crockery and Cutlery purchased.

Donation of $100 to the Football Club for their trophy night.

Farewell to W.McPherson held in the Club on 16th September.

Temprite reported as satisfactory.

Resignation from President J.Knox accepted with regret and he was thanked for his past 8 years

involvement with the Club.

A new Epson printer purchased.

Resolved that $1,500 be made available to complete the windows and verandah and repair the fence at the

Club residence.

First Pennant game at Culcairn successful.

Night bowls proving most popular with 42 bowlers each Friday night.

Donation of $50 to each school for their sports awards.

Laser levelling of the green carried out costing $700

The need for a kitchen coolroom discussed.


R.Emery reported on “Keno’ meeting in Albury and it was resolved that an expression of interest to

be forwarded to Club Keno Holdings.

Appointments of A.Varley and R.Munro-Allison to the Board.

Night Bowls commenced.

Concerns were expressed from the Urana Women’s Bowling Club that the night bowls competition

may be in conflict with their Association rules and the Women’s Bowling Club were invited to

attend our next meeting.

The ladies thanked the board for the invitation and explained that they were not permitted to play with

non affiliated members except where the Bowls were held on behalf of a recognised charity,and also that

they were not permitted to play with Junior females They also indicated that they that they would be

prepared to play with these persons if a legal way of doing so could be found.

A point was raised that an article appeared in the March bowls magazine about a female Junior bowler

who appeared to be affiliated , The Women then advised that they would investigate the matter further,

and if required, they would move to have their Constitution changed to allow Junior players. A further

option of a “Club within a Club who may be able to apply to the Board for use of the greens for their own

competition , was to be investigated.

Discussion on the past 2 months declining revenue. The secretary reported that a temperature gauge had

been fitted into the new beer line to allow the constant monitoring of the beer temperature , and the staff

were instructed that no beer was to be served if the temperature was above zero degrees Centigrade.

After further discussion on the declining revenue it was decided to

1. Free beer be discontinued

2.Friday Bar food cost be reduced

3.Sunday chickens be reduced to one.

4.Plant hire be discontinued.

5.Friday Casual roster be replaced with volunteers.

6.Reduce Casual roster on Wednesdays by 2 hours.

7.Every effort be made to reduce Gas and Electricity consumption.

8. Middies increased to $1.55

9. A further review of cost cutting to be considered.

Resignation of G.O’Casey Bar stewardess due to appointment as Hospital Cook.

By-Laws first draft issued to each Director.

Donation of unused shades from the no.2 green to the Swimming Pool.

A & D pennants now consist of 12 players. Resolved that Urana re-enter the competition.

Annual General Meeting , 24th July 1991.

Mr W.Jones (Chair) and 16 others attended. Report on the maintenance of the refrigeration system and

temperature monitoring. A vote of thanks recorded to Bowls secretary B.Stakelum.

W.Jones elected President - There were no nominations for Vice-Presidents - Miss H.Cullen appointed

Treasurer.


P.Driscoll and B.Stakelum were appointed as Vice-Presidents • P.Hilliard appointed Secretary and

B.Stakelum appointed Bowls secretary.

Credit balance 14/8/91 of $20,670.72.

One poker machine de-licensed and one replaced.

Urana Women’s Bowling Club offer to purchase plants for the dining room gratefully accepted.

Card nights changed to Mondays.

Middie increased to $1.60. P.O’Casey request for four weeks leave granted -

H.Bentham to cover Monday nights R.Emery and P.Hilliard to cover Thursday nights and P.OCasey

graciously offered to cover Friday, Saturday and Sunday on a voluntary basis.

Secretary to approach the Hospital on use of the Community Bus for Bowlers. Melbourne Cup Calcutta to be over two nights.


Credit Balance 8/1/92 of $18,188.79.

Letter from Albury Commercial Club re Notice of not allowing pennant bowlers under 21 years of

age.

Request from P.O’Casey to purchase the Club residence resulted in the calling of a General meeting

to consider the sale.

Special General Meeting 12/2/92 R.Emery (chair) Attended by 19 others Resolved that the Board be

empowered to sell the Club residence . An amendment that the sale be completed within six months was

lost.

Club to support the Shire Newsletter by purchasing a six month advertisement and regular articles be

included to keep members informed

Secretary after contacting the RCA to ascertain when Club Keno will be available , was advised

that it would be unlikely to be installed until 1994.

New Bar roster introduced with volunteers required to cover meal breaks on weekends and bar staff

required to clean up at the close of the day.

Offer of $18,000 for the Club residence rejected.

Resignation from R.Munro-Allison accepted with regret , Mr A.Varley invited to fill the vacant position.

Offer of $22,000 for the sale of the Club residence accepted.

Resolved that a recommendation be put to the next AGM that Honorary Life membership of the Club be

conferred upon Mr.P.M.T.O’Casey.

Donation to Legacy of $109.18 being the proceeds from Legacy Day.

The Club indicates it is willing to contribute an up front fee for the proposed sewerage scheme.

Annual General Meeting, 29th July 1992.

Mr W.Jones (Chair) and 24 others attended.

Resolved that Honorary Life membership of the Club be conferred upon Mr. P.M.T. O’Casey.

W.Jones elected President - With only one nomination that of B.Stakelum he was elected Vice-

President - R.Emery elected Treasurer.

Special meeting 29/7/92 P.Driscoll appointed as Vice-President, P.Hilliard appointed Secretary and

B.Stakelum appointed Bowls secretary.

Letter from the Tennis Club, Cricket and Football Clubs suggesting we amalgamate to form a Sports

Club.

Letter from the Tennis Club requesting approval to install three Tennis Courts on the Club’s existing car

park.

Resolved that a letter in reply be sent to the effect that we agree in principal but need to explore legal

aspects.

RCA advising that Club Keno will be installed by the end of 1992

Resolved that a General meeting be called to consider the establishment of a Tennis facility on the Club’s

premises.

Night Bowls to commence 13th November.

Club Keno contract signed.

General MeetIng 11/11/92 W.jones (chair)and 28 others attended. Resolved that the Club establish

the proposed Tennis facility on the Club premises.

Club Keno installed and on line 9th December.

Plans for extensions to be displayed in the Club with a two stage project, approximate cost of

$55,000.



Two second hand Poker machines purchased costing $2,000.

New Computer system to be purchased $1,500.

Resolved that the Club proceed with stage 1 of the extensions.

President’s Day cancelled

Police Bowls day raised approximately $1,200.

New set of pool balls purchased $100.

Thank you letters from families Emery, Montgomery and Crudden.



Pennant bowls uniform discussed.

W.Jones elected President - There were no

nominations for Vice-Presidents - R.Emery elected Treasurer.

Special meetIng 14/7/93 A.Meriton and A.Varley appointed as Vice- Presidents, P.Hilliard appointed

Secretary and B.Stakelum appointed Bowls secretary.

A&D pennants to start 8/1/94.


Amended Building extension plans accepted.

Work on Tennis courts to start shortly.

Mr .J.Ray appointed as part time Bar Manager.

Note to staff complementing on dress initiative.

$808.70 received from Club Keno as a bonus commission.

Mr G.Hounsell invited to carry out the building works.

One new and one second hand Poker machine purchased $6,450.

Discussion on Bar Plan.

Revised quotation of $82,000 incorporating a new roofing structure was accepted.

Resolved that Main entrance be shifted outwards with the wall.

J.Ray to be engaged as contract cook during the Chinese caterers absence.

Submersible pump to be installed for the waste water pit.

Tennis court surface finished.


Amended plan: i.e. Office to remain, access through Sports Lounge, Coolroom to be placed in store area.

Resignation from P.Hilliard was accepted with regret and letter of appreciation sent.

Mr P.J.Daley appointed secretary by acclamation.

Business Loan of $50,000 repayable over three years at 9.5% taken out with Westpac Bank.

Resolved that the Bar Floor be renewed and new Coolroom from J.Hounsell $6,900 to be fitted into

kitchen.

Flooded chiller post font to be installed $426.

Resolved that Slate be used for new Bar surrounds.

Resolved that interest free debentures (suggested $100) over three years be offered to members and

/ or donations for the purpose of furnishing the Club.

Donation of $100 to Camp Quality for sponsorship of artist for Easter Saturday.

Middie to $1.70

Letter of appreciation to all Debenture holders and donors.

Carpet purchased Costing $14,845. Letter of thanks from P. & G. Smith for expressions of sympathy.

Westpac Bank Closure.

Offer from P.Bourke to supply and fit new Blinds at cost accepted with thanks.

Tentative date for Joint opening of the new Clubhouse extensions and Tennis court opening 17th

and 18th September 1993.



Mr D.Smith complemented the committee on past years efforts , particularly the new extensions.

Work required on the Men’s toilets - Advised this is the next priority.

W.Jones elected President - A.Meriton and A.Varley elected Vice-Presidents - R.Emery elected Treasurer

Special meeting 27/7/94 P.J.Daley appointed Secretary and A.Mair appointed Bowls secretary.

Official Opening deferred 12th March.

Letter of appreciation sent to Mr B.Stakelum for his efforts while Bowls Secretary.

Drapes selected by the Ladies committee.

Keno bonus commission received $ 1,547.10.

Thank you from Mrs L.Mansell noted.

Resolved that Mr.R.Emery be nominated as Citizen of the Year.

Resolved that the Tennis Club be an affiliated Club for the purpose of liability Insurance.

Resolved that the Tennis Club to initially fund the cost of the new fence and that they be

recompensed in approximately 2 1/2 years.

Discussion on a Card Game promotion - to be referred to the Chief Secretary’s Department.

The President extended an invitation to Staff, Directors and volunteers for a party on 20th December.

Extracts from 1995 meetings

Chief Secretary’s Department advice that Card promotion is not permitted. The staff Christmas party reported as a great success and a unanimous vote of thanks recorded to Peter

and Carol Daley for their efforts in organising the function and food.

Credit balance 11/1/95 of $2,931

Resolved to install bench top, sink and plumbing to the Sports lounge kitchenette approximately

$1,500

RNSWBA acceptance by the State President to the opening of the extensions.

Special invitations be sent to Debenture holders, Donors ,Mr & Mrs P.Hilliard,Mr Alan Diesel,

D.Hounsell and Mr & Mrs Geoff Hounsell.

By Laws changed to read “No person residing within 20 kilometres of Urana shall be introduced as a

guest more frequently than three occasions per annum

Middies to $1.75

Message of condolence sent to the President and his family.

Dining room plaque to be relocated to a more suitable position at eye level.

Subscription proposal to the Tennis and Women’s Bowling Clubs accepted. (i.e. Club to collect fees and

reimburse the two Clubs at $20 per Sporting member.)

Discussions on the location of the fence alignment from the Tennis courts.

The passing of Arthur Watters sadly noted , active member and Bowler for over 30 years - Honor guard to

be formed.

Urana Football Club sponsorship of $50 continued and also contribute towards their weekly award

conditional on the Football Club including the Bowling Club in their roster of support after home games.

Fence alignment decided at a special meeting on the

25/4/95.

Resolved that the Club contribute $300 towards the cost of a Band for the Pre-School function. Donation

to the Hall Committee of $50 worth of Keno tickets for their fundraising event. Auditorium to be made

available for Camp Quality functions on the 5th August .23rd September, 16th and 21st October.

Annual General Meeting 26th July 1995 Mr W.Jones (Chair) and 14 others attended. Discussion on the need for an exhaust fan in the Bar area It

was noted that the existing fan had not been used and should be trialed for suitability. Lighting to be

improved at the back entrance to the Club.

The Henty Bowling Club’s suggestion that the Odewhan Shield should be run as a night competition ,left

to the Bowlers meeting.

Discussion on the traveling Bowlers receiving assistance with away costs .Suggestion that maybe a fund

raising activity or sponsorship could be organised.

President W..Jones suggested that the Bowlers call a meeting to elect a Bowls President and committee to

organise their bowls activities and involve themselves in the bowls programs. WJones elected President -

A.Meriton and A.Varley elected Vice-Presidents – R.Emery elected Treasurer.

Special meeting 26/7/95 P.J.Daley appointed Secretary and A.Mair appointed Bowls secretasy,

Urana Shire Council renew sewerage payments:

Resolved that the Club accept the quarterly options for the Sewerage repayments.

Middies to $1.80 Football Club visit: Resolved that a free keg be provided plus 5 x $20 Keno tickets be raffled.

Resolved that a consolation prize of 1 a $20 Keno ticket to be drawn if the Badge Draw not won.

Inspection from Treasury.

Investigate installation of an Eftpos machine. “Ranjit “booked for the Christmas party. Resignation from

Mr Alan Varley Vice-President accepted with regret , a letter of appreciation be forwarded for his

significant contribution to the Club as Vice-President and Director.

Bonus commission of $1,610 received from Club Keno.

Temporary overdraft of $5000 raised with Westpac Bank.

Quotes to be obtained to repair Air conditioner leak.

A new security Locking system to be installed.

Letters of appreciation to the lady Bowlers in respect of their recent successful Bowls Tournament (8

Rinks) and to P.O’Casey for his voluntary Bar work the same day.

Mr T.Bourke declined the nomination of Urana Shire Council Citizen of the year.

Annual donation of $50 made to both schools for their sports awards.

Resolved that the Keno prize of $1000 for the “Set Bet” promotion won by the Club to be shared by the

four staff Keno writers M.Watson , P.O’Casey, LRalston and A.Stakelum.

Poker machine changeover of one new 5 cent Machine and two 10 cent machines for an outlay of $1,300.

Eftpos offer declined.

$110 spent on paint and repairs to the Men’s toilets, with voluntary labour.

Second hand Television to be purchased for the Sports Lounge - cost to $300.

Donation to Urana Swimming Pool of $50 for sponsorship of a Triathlon.

Staff and Voluntary workers party held 19/12/95.


Consumer affairs re trade measurement of liquor. New Glasses purchased to comply - Cost $240.

Planning to be considered for the 40th anniversary of the Club.

Club to continue sponsorship to the Football Club as per last year.

Qutoation to connect sewerage for $1,350 from D.Garth ,accepted.

T. Bourke reported on the successful veterans Tennis Day.

A & D meeting at Culcairn - W.Jones and A.Mair to attend.

“Renergades” Band from Albury booked for the Christmas party -$400.

1996 Pool Tournament organised -Prize money $300.

Discrimination and Harassment Policy draft adopted.

Resignaton from L.Watson Director accepted with regret.

A short term overdraft of $5000 taken out with Westpac Bank.

Football night 20th july : a free Keg to be provided

Debit balance at 14/8/96 of -$2,218.80.

Middies increased to $2.00.

Camp Quality function approved for 21st September.

I.G.T. quote of $2000 for a second hand video Poker machine and replacement of another Machine

accepted.

Pool competition consisting of teams of six players to be organised. Resolved that the Club subsidise the 40th Anniversary meal by $5.00 per person. Insurance claim to be

made for water damage to the parquetry dance floor.

Application from the P & C to hold the Melbourne Cup function , approved.

LAB requires installation of electric spirit measures by the 1st January 1997 .Tbree quotes obtained f five

measures :-l. $843 with manual switch 2. $1,075 with electric switch and 3. $1,510 Microprocessor.

Camp Quality function on 22nd November -Terry Blundell.

RNSWBA representative Milton Taylor attending the Club’s 40th Anniversary on 29th September 1996.

Annual General Meeting, 24th July 1996. Mr W.Jones (Chair) and 13 others attended. The President complimented the Treasurer R.Emery and

Secretary P.Daley for efforts and assistance during the past year.

Bank balance : $ 18,296

Exhaust fan : Not satisfactory if not turned on Refer to the incoming committee.

Exterior rear entrance lighting had previously been arranged, however the electrician had now left the

district Other arrangements to be arranged.

W.Jones elected President- A.Meriton and T.Bourke elected Vice-Presidents - There were no nominations

for Treasurer.


R.Emery appointed Secretary, P.Daley appointed Treasurer and A.Mair appointed Bowls secretary.

Resolved that the 40th anniversary be held on 29th September 1996 and an invitation sent requesting an

official visit.

Annual General Meeting, July 1997

Chairman A. Meriton , Deputy Chairman. W.Jones and A. Mair, Treasurer P. Daley

Directors J.Eggleston , R.P.Ciccia , B.G.Anderson , R.Emery and A.J.Mair

Secretary Appointed: R.Emery


WMCU Loan of $50,000 over 5 years

Install a trophy case for the Golf Club Trophies

Baine Marie purchase $1295

Quotes to be obtained on new toilet block


Chairman A. Meriton, Deputy Chairman :P.O'Casey and A. Mair, Treasurer W.Jones

Directors J.Eggleston , R.P.Ciccia , M.E.Jenkins , R.Emery and P.O'Casey



UWBC 40th Anniversary

Sewerage Installed

Honorary Life member , Past Manager and Director Patrick O'Casey passed away Sunday 16th August

1998 , his outstanding contribution to the Club noted and will be sadly missed .


Chairman A. Meriton, Deputy Chairman M.Jenkins, Treasurer J.Eggleston

Directors: W.Coghill , R.Ciccia , R.Emery , T.Bourke , B.Anderson and A.Mair



GST Seminar

New northern Toilet Block. New Golf Club trophy case.

New RSA - Course to be held Sunday 28th march @ $60 Per head .

New Dining Room Tables – New Jacks and mats $500 -

CBA declined green loan – WMCU approved the loan

Henselite Sports Grass $80,500.00

Closure of Royal George Hotel

Noted with regret- past President,Treasurer,Secretary, Committeeman and Honorary Life member

J.W.Cullen Passed away 9th July 1999.

Hospital Bus no longer available for Pennant Bowls

Club Keno taken over by “Jupiters”.


Chairman A. Meriton, Deputy Chairman M.Jenkins, Treasurer J.Eggleston

Directors: W.Coghill , R.Emery , B.Anderson, L.Pitt and K.McNuff


Bank balance : $ 7,796 Loan balance -$77,794

Official opening of Green 19 November 2000

Water tank and pumping system be installed $3000 .

Middies to $2.10 and Light to $1.50


Chairman A. Meriton , Deputy Chairman B.Anderson, Treasurer J.Eggleston

Directors: W.Coghill and R.Emery, K.McNuff, M.Jenkins and H.Couzin Directors:


Bank balance : $-5,704 Loan balance -$-71,941

Bar volunteers – 24 to date.

Bowlers pulled out of Odewahn Shield this year with the view of playing Friday night Bowls.

Mechanical broom for the green $2,700 .


Chairman A. Meriton , Deputy Chairman B.Anderson and K.McNuff, Treasurer J.Eggleston

Directors: W.Coghill, H.Couzin , M.Jenkins , L.McNuff and R.Emery

Secretary Appointed

Bank balance : $10,703 Loan balance -$- 65,653

Gas Hot water service $875

Pennant winners dinner to be arranged on presentation day.

Pool Table be re-covered $550

Caterer has requested to work Oaklands on Sundays due to low patronage.

R.Emery and W.Jones passed national umpires course and B.Anderson , official measurer.


Chairman A. Meriton , Deputy Chairman B.Anderson and K.McNuff, Treasurer R.Emery

Directors: W.Coghill, H.Couzin , M.Dunnett and K.Dunnett

Secretary Manager Appointed: J.Field

Bank balance : $33023 Loan balance -$ 51485

Mr N.Coghill’s 100th birthday

IGT one rebuilt Poker Machine and two replacements $7000

Mrs J.Field appointed as Grade 1 Secretary Manager commencing 23rd

July 2003.

Plans for shower-toilet-verandah.Tennis Club to donate $5000.00 towards extension.

Thank you Party for A. Stakelum on retirement, for her outstanding service to the Club.


Chairman A. Meriton , , Deputy Chairman H. Couzin and K. McNuff , Treasurer R.Emery

Directors: W.Coghill, and M. Jenkins



Vote of thanks to K. Dunnett for contribution to the Club

Tennis Club goes halves in Ride-on Mower $900 each

New alarm system

New shower-toilet-verandah upgrade approved - Adaptive Design Wagga of $46,000.00.

Mark Murphy Comedy night for Camp Quality $550 all proceeds from door to go to Camp Quality.


Chairman M.Jenkins, Deputy Chairman H. Couzin and A.Meriton, Treasurer R.Emery

Directors: W.Coghill, S. Bevan K. J. McNuff and J. Eggleston



New facia on northern toilet block $900.

Tsunami appeal – Resolved that $100 be donated plus bar jar proceeds

RTA to target parking in Lanes. Especially behind Club.

Tennis Club donates $10,000 towards showers verandah etc.

Football Club to have cabinet in Club to hold memorabilia of past years

Mens bowlers won Pennant 6 flag – to play off for zone

Shower block and Verandah Completed

50% no-smoking area to be Bar end of Poker Machine and Bar area

Reported $500 donated to Hospital from Lions Club(Recycling)

Lions Club to donate $1000 every 3 months to hospital to be used for the elderly due to the recycling

efforts of UBC.

Official visit to be organised for September 2006 fifty years celebration.

Order pens for occasion inscribed UBC 50th Anniversary 2006

Kitchen cool room and Bar cool room now all on one unit.


Chairman H.Couzin , Deputy Chairman A.Meriton and K.McNuff , Treasurer R.Emery

Directors: W.Coghill, K.L.McNuff and G.Louttit .



Bowling Club 50th

Anniversary in September

Special guests that attended were Vince Beard State Councillor Zone 8, Jim Lee A&D President, Bill

Pantling A&D Secretary, Bill Trethowan and Steve Glasson Worlds Singles Champion.

Final payment made for the synthetic green.


Chairman H.Couzin , Deputy Chairman A.Meriton and G.Louttit , Treasurer R.Emery

Directors: W.Coghill and K.L.McNuff


Bank balance : $25,589

New Cash register. $1350.

New Computer and software. $1100.

Ladies Bowls 50th Anniversary - $1,000 donated for the day.

Ladies 50th

Anniversary Day (Tuesday 9th

October 2007) a success. Sixty four bowlers attended from

various Clubs in the District and many past Bowlers, foundation member Mrs June Cary and patron Mrs

Joyce Hutton. The board offers the Urana Bowls Ladies congratulations on a job well done. Everyone

who attended the day thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

Smoking ban inside club.

Adaptive Design to construct “Smokers” verandah. $16450

New gas heater Harrison & Higgins for $4422.00

New fifty inch LG Plasma television with new aerial and lead.


Chairman H.Couzin , Deputy Chairman A.Meriton and K.Dunnett , Treasurer R.Emery

Directors: K.J.McNuff, M.Jenkins and B.Anderson


Bank balance $31,994

Honorary Membership granted to Mick Jenkins, Murray Mair and Charles Hounsell for long term support

of the Club.

A.Meriton granted Honorary Life Membership for long, meritorious and dedicated service to the

club.

New Dining room air conditioner and ducting - Ampera Services $6,520

H.Couzin resignation as President accepted with regret. Motion of thanks for the time and effort put into

the Club with great distinction.

A.Meriton accepts the vacant President’s position.

Ronald McDonald House Tournament.

Pepas Restaurant to open on 23rd

January 2009.

Additional stove purchased $1500.

New printer fax purchased $599.00

Second stove purchased cost $1947.00.

Appreciation by the Board to K.Dunnett for the jobs he is doing around the Club.

Thank you from Red Cross for donation towards Victorian Bushfires.


Chairman H.Couzin , Deputy Chairman M.Jenkins and K.Dunnett , Treasurer R.Emery

Directors: K.J.McNuff, A.Meriton, J.Lynch, W.Coghill and G.Louttit.


Bank Balance : $32,361

Golf Club Memorabilia to be displayed in Sports Lounge.

Pink Bowls day tournament raised $1437.45

Green renovated (de-sanded) with hire machine $1500.

Blue Bowls Day tournament raised $1076.20. (Thank you from Cancer Council)

Water pump purchased cost $1800.


Chairman H.Couzin , Deputy Chairman K.Dunnett and G.Louttit , Treasurer R.Emery

Directors: M.Jenkins, A.Meriton, J.Lynch, W.Coghill and G.Rhodes


Bank Balance: $21,292 plus IBD-Account $10,252

Eftpos installed.

Oaklands to play home games of pennant season at Urana due to damage to their Bowling Green in recent

flood.

Footy night 30th April (and 16th July) Voluntary Catering for approximately 70 - Cost $15 for adults and

$7 Children

Footy night meals a success $635.00 donation to Club.

Church of England request for 110th anniversary dinner, self catering, on Sunday “labour day” weekend

in October approved.

Football Club Trivia Night Saturday 16/07/2011.

Men’s Tournament to be held on Sunday 19/06/2011.

Biggest Morning to be held on Thursday 26/05/2011, raised $373.00.


Chairman H.Couzin , Deputy Chairman G.Louttit , Treasurer G.Rhodes

Directors: A.Meriton, W.Coghill, R. Emery and L. Rhodes


Bank Balance : $22,283 plus IBD account $10,864

Bendigo Bank Grant of $5450 for synthetic grass on southern greens bank - cheque presentation on 4th

November 2011.

Lochart Lions Club donated $300.00 to Heath Martin Children appeal from club recycling.

Clubs $500 donation and bowls day for Heath Martin Children plus $500 worth of goods to the fund.

First end of month dinner a success.

Incorporated over eighties day with mother’s day luncheon.

Purchase Sports Lounge TV $500.00.

RSA and RCG - all pre 2001 holders to complete a new course by 1st July 2012.

Men’s Prostate bowls day Saturday 2nd

June.

East/West edges of Bowling Green have been re-levelled and North/South done two years ago.

Purchase battery powered spray unit for the green $400.00

SES to pay Club for use of premises for evacuation centre for four days when Urana was flooded $4000


Chairman M.Jenkins , Deputy Chairman R.Ciccia and K.O’Farrell , Treasurer G.Rhodes

Directors: W.Coghill, and R. Emery


Bank Balance: $46,330 plus IBD Account $21,485

Energy efficiency program replacing lighting and refrigeration to be investigated.

AFL Day and end of month meals to be held on Saturday 22nd

September - singer Len Teelow performing

that night $400.00.

A Trivia night is to be held on Saturday 27th October

LED Bar Lights installed $350.

Bendigo Bank Grant - R.Emery to apply for grant to cover costs of 5kw Solar panel system approx

$10,000.00.

New curtains R.Ciccia and A.Stakelum to get samples and costs. Ladies to decide on colours and

material.

Bar area painted.

Glass washer had three breakdowns now repaired.

New Cash Register $1100.

Energy Efficiency Program as approved previous meeting.

Two Rebuild Poker Machines cost $17,600.

Dining Room curtains installed $2,812

Discussion on name change to Urana Bowling and Community Club.

Bowling Green awning roof blown off in storm $2770.

Refrigeration equipment upgrade $11,110 - less government grant of $5,000.00

Outdoor electric heating to replace gas heating in smokers area - $900.

5 kw Solar Panels installed on 9th April 2013 - $10,490.

Bowling Green awning frame painted and new roof installed.

Successful Mothers Day luncheon


Chairman M.Jenkins , Deputy Chairman F.Brooks and K.O’Farrell , Treasurer G.Rhodes

Directors: R. Emery, A.Stakelum and W.Coghill


Bank Balance: $11,387 plus IBD $32,835

Rodney Looper mystery night, set date next meeting.

Tim Fischer Book launch 16th August 2013, Casserole dinner.

Home baked goodies for August $607

Overdraft for $10,000 approved, cost of $600.

Black Friday Chinese meals night disco & family night successful

Makehams Mystery Bus Tour 20th

August 2013. Lunch for 92 people.

Thank you from Urana Progress Association re Makehams Bus Tour.

Grant application with Bendigo Bank for new fence in back lane approved. $3,000

Installed new phone system to replace aged commander system - $200

PCYC Blue Light Halloween Disco on Friday 1st November

Rodney. Looper – organizing “Mystery Night” change of date to 13th

December.

New Year’s Eve Twilight Bowls Tournament.

Bowls Australia representative Gael Evans-Barr invited to give presentation of free services available to

our Club: Including advice on Grant applications, Business plan, Members recruitment and retention,

Promotion, School bowls and free Website.

Bowls Australia free Website offer accepted.

1st Aid Course Thurs 30th January - Club to cater

Bush Poet 17th March - Progress association , approved.

Mothers Day function as per last year.

Clubs new website - urana.bowls.com.au now live Wednesday 12th

February 2014

Members Market Day Sunday 25th May 2014.

Chinese Meals 26th April 2014

UWBC Thank you for trolley for baine marie.

Lane way fence completed - Eddy Ratcliff $3,000

Members survey and statement on financial position to be sent out with subscription renewal notice, and

to include letter suggesting donations for those casual users that can afford it.

Meat Trays to be changed to four prizes and to include,

$50 meat tray, two number 16 chickens on a tray, 1kg of bacon and a dozen eggs on a tray and $30

voucher from R&K.Ciccia.

Biggest Morning Tea Thursday 22nd

May from 10.30am.

Members Market Day Sunday 25th

May from 10:00am.

Garden shed and rear of clubhouse has been painted by R.Emery.

Annual Bowls Tournament held on Sunday 15th June 2014 - 64 Bowlers with teams from Wangaratta,

Corowa, Yarrawonga, Wagga, Finley, Berrigan ,Lockhart, Yerong Creek, and Rand.

Sponsored by Karl & Helen Finch, Norwood, Billabong Ag, David Hill, B.W. Hemphill and Landmark.

( $1150 )

June 2014 Members survey re declining trading – 52 respondents .

Resolved the following policies be implemented on a trial basis.(commencing August 1st)

Eliminate Monday cleaning hours.

Reduce normal trading hours Saturdays – open 4pm (except for functions)

Remove Light draft and replace with Tooheys XXXX

Increase in house Cans/Stubbys by 10c – Reduce draft by 10c (to $3.50)

New Happy hour 4- 6pm Sundays (draft only)

Normal meal prices increase to $13.50.

Club to pay for RSA and RCG certificates for bar volunteers.

Increase Dining room hire to commercial and political functions.


Chairman M.Jenkins , Deputy Chairman F.Brooks and K.O’Farrell , Treasurer G.Rhodes

Directors: R. Emery, A.Stakelum and W.Coghill

New Elected Board: Chairman K.O’Farrell, Deputy Chairman A.Stakelum , Treasurer G.Rhodes

Directors: R. Emery, A.Mansell, L.Rhodes and W.Coghill .

Honorary Secretary Appointed: R.Emery

Bank Balance: $11,387 plus IBD $32,835

Debit card installed September 2014

Liquor Licence – trading reduced to midnight to save $5,500 licence fee

Donation from Tennis club $1000 for cost of storeroom partition and vertical blinds in sports lounge.

Other member donations $1382.(Including Urana Lawn Tennis club $200)

Stainless kitchen bench installed - donated by UWBC.

Middy’s to $3.70

Yuluma / Cullivel Bus Committee - donation of $20,000 to Club and $20,000 to Tennis Club.

Working bee for rose garden

District President’s Pairs held at Urana.

Urana combined with Rand for A&D Pennants.

M.Dunnett Runner-up A & D Pennant Bowler of the year.

Bowlers membership increased to $85 to cover cost of RNSWBA and A & D fees.

Resolved to sell two poker machine entitlements to finance four Poker Machines (1 New, 1 second hand

and 2 conversions (entitlements $28,600 and replacements $31,900) – Installed 1st May 2015.

Members Market Day Sunday 31stth

May raised $1.258.60.

Annual Bowls Tournament held on Sunday 14th June 2015 - 64 Bowlers

Annual General Meeting, Wednesday 29th

July 2015

Chairman, A.Stakelum ,(K.O’Farrell apology), Treasurer G.Rhodes

Directors: R. Emery, A.Mansell and L,Rhodes.

New Elected Board: Chairman P.Bourke, Deputy Chairman A.Stakelum , Treasurer G.Rhodes

Directors: R. Emery, A.Mansell and N.Bourke.


Bank Balance: $81,871 (include IBD $60,298)

Honorary Life Membership conferred to Mrs. Aileen Stakelum and Mrs. Joan Field.

Sold 2 Poker machine entitlements to finance 4 new machines.

Pot & Parmie Night 28/8/2015 including Mirror Mirror Premier movie.

Pool Comp. Moved R.Emery to be the same format as last year.

Accounting System - Xero Accrual System. New computer windows 7, $350, modem $60, internet

approx. $140 p.a.

P.Bourke and A.Mansell to do RSA and RCG Certificates.

H.Widdup retired after 40 years, November/2015.

Toni Lynch offered Cleaning position .

licence to permit children in the Bar area Granted.

Christmas Party for members Saturday 5th December including Chinese smorgasbord, music provided

by Kerran Keats, cost $350.

Eight number Keno Jackpot of $29,000 won in the Club.

Donation of $100 to each School continued.

2016

Meals 23rd & 30th January and 12th & 27th February.

Public Meetings regarding proposed Shire Amalgamation with the Corowa and Lockhart councils:

1st meeting Urana Shire Council 28th January.

2nd meeting DPC (Dept. Premier & Cabinet) 4th February .

Bowling Green and Tennis Courts Rejuvenation. $6,000 from Sports Clean Canberra.

Saturday opening Trading hours changed to 5pm.

Footy meals 2nd April 2016.

Chinese meals 19th March 2016.

Billabong Crows Football Reunion.the cost of 8 meals @ $15 for reunion players, be waived.

60th anniversary, Date set for 24th September 2016.

Annual Pool Tournament,$5 entry.

60th Anniversary, Club volunteers to do lunch and outside caterers to provide evening meal, at no cost to

members and visitors.

Urana Women’s Bowling Club – Letter advising of closure of Women’s Club.

AGM held on Wednesday 27th JULY 2016.- 16 Present.

Re-Elected Board: Chairman P.Bourke, Deputy Chairman A.Stakelum , Treasurer G.Rhodes

Directors: R. Emery, A.Mansell and N.Bourke.


Bowls Committee Secretary: M.Dunnett. , Bowls President: P.Driscoll , Vice President G.Mallon.

August: Manager /Life member Joan Field taken 3 months Long Service Leave .

(Thanked for the many days contributed voluntarily).

Annual Pool Tournament winners; Singles M.Dunnett - Pairs P.Bourke and M.Dunnett.

September: V.Beard, RNSWBA President accepted invitation to attend 60th

Anniversary. Merit badges awarded to Mark Johnson, Michael Dunnett, Aileen Stakelum and Gaye Rhodes by the State President.

Bowls teams attended from Urana, Oaklands, Rand, Corowa, Lockhart, Yarrawonga, Jerilderie, A. & D. Bowling

Association.

Catering for the 60th Anniversary Dinner Carv’n It Up Wagga to cater up to $2,000, free to members.

P &F Ladies volunteered to serve and wash up.

Charity Day for MND raised $3.366.95

Second hand Kubota Ride on Mower Purchased - $3,000 from Ebay.

Pool Table refurbished with new cushions and Cloth - Cost $1,100

$1000 Round Robin Snooker Tournament, 8 teams Tuesday and Thursday nights.

Snooker Tournament winners were R.Emery and M.Johnson runners up P.Bourke and T.Bourke Snr.

November: Federation Council grant of $28,000 approved to upgrade the Club’s Kitchen.

Kitchen upgrade Included New flooring , Cladding, Stainless Benches and all new Fryer, Oven, Wok

Fridge, freezer and Dishwasher - commenced Nov 3 and completed Nov 28 Total Cost $41,193.

Auction for used kitchen items raised $735

January 2017: 40 New Chairs installed in Dining Room cost $2,018.

February: 2 New Arcade Machines installed cost $3,852.

March: Williams family re-union attended by 39, and J.Eggelston (past Director) celebrated 90th

birthday attended by 42.

meeting council chambers 17th january 1955 resolved … to - build tool shed, £130 - ... wagga...

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