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THE ANSWER
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Caring for the families of incapacitated and deceased veterans
A MAGAZINE FROM MELBOURNE LEGACY - ISSUE 325 - 1 APRIL 2015
ANSWER
Published by: Legacy, Melbourne (ABN 78 043 769 632) Print Post Approved 100003037 www.legacy.com.au
Phillip Island
Camp
a great
success
Book
for
Legacy
Sunday
84th ANZAC
Commemoration
Ceremony for
Students
2015
SWAC
entries
open
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FROM THE WIDOWS’
COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN
Dear friends
Greetings from England.
I cannot believe it is now April and
Easter is here, followed by the
ANZAC Day commemorations
and services around the world. In
Melbourne we remember the 100th
anniversary of the first ANZAC landing at Gallipoli
and those who lost their lives during and following the
landing in Anzac Cove.
The monthly concerts are a great outing for widows'
clubs. Legacy House is close to public transport or
arrange a bus through your branch's transport officer.
I value the work of all Legacy widows’ clubs and enjoy
reading what is happening at them in The Answer. I
also love the photos so if your club is having a special
function please have photos taken and forward them to
Melbourne Legacy for possible inclusion in The Answer.
Noelle Pratt
FROM THE WIDOWS’ CLUB
CO-ORDINATOR
Hello ladies
This year is well underway and Easter
is just around the corner. Having
three children at home it's always an
exciting time with chocolate bunnies
and hot cross buns, and also a time
to remember the religious
significance of this time of year.
Plans are well underway for Legacy Sunday on 30
August. This year we will be having lunch at the MCG
in the Melbourne Cricket Club members' dining room,
which is a lovely venue. The registration form to attend is
on the back cover.
If you have any enquiries please contact me on
Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Fridays from 9.30am until
3.00pm on 8626 0500.
Trisha Keevers
FROM THE EDITOR
Hi everyone
Happy Easter! I hope everyone has
time to enjoy the 4-day long weekend.
My plans include getting away but not
sure where as we went to print.
My poppies for the '5000 Poppies'
project have been submitted. If you
get a chance to see the display at
Federation Square on ANZAC Day do
it. It will be spectacular!
Cheers
Dot Byrne
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THE ANSWER
LEGACY WIDOWS’ PRAYER
We pray for help and guidance
To keep us safe and well, and to be
kind to one another.
Also help us to give support to those
who need it.
AMEN
IN FLANDERS FIELDS
In Flanders Fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row
That mark our place, and in the sky
The larks still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved, and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders Fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe,
To you from failing hands we throw
The Torch: be yours to hold it high!
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders Fields
Lt Col John McCrae (1872-1918)
(A Canadian Artillery Medical Officer, who died
on 28th January 1918 whilst on “active service”
in France. He is buried at Wimereux, France.)
THE ANSWER
Fear not that you have died for naught;
The Torch you threw to us we caught!
And now our hands will hold it high,
Its glorious light shall never die.
We’ll not break faith with you who lie
On many a field.
R.W. Lilliard
(An American Poet. “The Answer” was adapted
from the second verse of his poem “An
American Answer” which was first published
in the “New York Evening Post”)
This magazine provides information on a range of services
for the benefit of our members. Items are welcomed for
inclusion. However, as publication does not necessarily
mean endorsement, Legacy cannot be held responsible
for non-performance of goods and services. A decision to
proceed is entirely at the discretion of the individual.
THE ANSWER
PRESIDENT’S
MESSAGE
INSIDE
Front cover— DC Phillip Island Camp...........1
President’s Message.....................................3
Activities for April/May...................................4
In Memoriam.................................................6
Hello everyone
I would like to share with you the contents of an email that a
friend sent to me recently.
'The Train’
At birth we boarded the train and met our parents, and we
believe they will always travel on our side. However, at some
station our parents will step down from the train, leaving us on
this journey alone.
As time goes by, other people will board the train; and they will
be significant i.e. our siblings, friends, children, and even the
love of your life. Many will step down and leave a permanent
vacuum. Others will go so unnoticed that we don't realise they
have vacated their seats.
This train ride will be full of joy, sorrow, fantasy, expectations,
hellos, goodbyes, and farewells. Success consists of having
a good relationship with all passengers requiring that we give
the best of ourselves.
The mystery to everyone is: We do not know at which station
we ourselves will step down. So, we must live in the best way,
love, forgive, and offer the best of who we are. It is important
to do this because when the time comes for us to step down
and leave our seat empty we should leave behind beautiful
memories for those who will continue to travel on the train of
life.
During this month one seat on the Legacy train will be
vacated as the Chief Executive of the past 12 years retires (as
mentioned in February edition).
However, the seat will not remain empty because we welcome
Mikaela Stafrace as the new Chief Executive Officer to
Melbourne Legacy.
I wish you a joyful journey on the train of life. Reap success
and give lots of love. More importantly, thank God for the
journey.
Lastly, I thank you for being one of the passengers on my train
and look forward to you continuing with me as I continue my
journey as the President of Melbourne Legacy...
Ian Harrison
President
Club News.........................7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 20
Around the Clubs............13,15, 21, 22, 25, 28
Australian International Airshow..................16
Welfare spotlight..........................................17
DC Phillip Island Camp..........................18-19
84th ANZAC Commemoration Ceremony
for Students ............................................23
Legacy Sunday............................................26
Salvos ANZAC Salute.................................27
Walking for Pleasure...................................28
Monthly concerts.........................................29
Theatre bookings....................................30-31
Holidays.......................................................31
Legacy Sunday Reservation Request.........32
Contributions to The Answer:
[email protected]
______________________________
Legacy House, 293 Swanston St,
Melbourne 3000
GPO Box 4312, Melbourne 3001
Tel: (03) 8626 0500 Fax: (03) 9663 3015
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.legacy.com.au
President: Legatee Ian Harrison
Patron: The Hon Alex Chernov AO QC
Governor of Victoria
This month’s cover: Dropping in on the Phillip Island camp
Melbourne Legacy gratefully
acknowledge funding assistance
received for the production of
The Answer from the
Victorian Government via the
Victorian Veterans Council Grants Program
PLEASE NOTE:- Responsibility for all matters
referred to or published in The Answer is accepted
on behalf of The Board of Management of Legacy
Melbourne,The Chairman of Melbourne Legacy
Widows’ Committee, Legatee Noelle Pratt
DEADLINES FOR THE ANSWER
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1 July
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THE ANSWER
ACTIVITIES
MAY
APRIL
Fri 3
Good Friday
Sun 5
Easter Sunday
Mon 6
Easter Monday
9.30am
Exercises
10.00am
9.30am
Fri 10 Exercises
12.00pm
Widows’ Concert Robert Dugdale
12.00pm
Tue 5 Legacy Lunch & Speaker
12.30pm
Mon 4
Tue 7 Swimming
Wed 8 Stamps
Sun 3 Younger Widows' Lunch
10.00am
Widows’ Concert Mon 13
Vardos
12.00pm
12.30pm
Burnside/Williamstown Widows’ Clubs invited
Swimming
9.30am
Exercises
10.00am
Wed 6 Stamps
Fri 8 Exercises
9.30am
10.00am
12.30pm
Doncaster/Templestowe Widows’ Club invited
Watsonia Widows’ Clubs invited
Swimming
9.30am
Swimming
9.30am
Exercises
10.00am
Exercises
10.00am
Wed 15 Stamps
9.30am
Fri 17 Exercises
10.00am
Tue 21 Swimming
9.30am
Exercises
10.00am
Wed 22 Stamps
Fri 24 Exercises
Sat 25
Fri 15 Exercises
9.30am
10.00am
12.30pm
South Eastern Widows’ Clubs invited
9.30am
Swimming
9.30am
10.00am
Exercises
10.00am
Wed 20 Stamps
ANZAC Day
Wed 13 Stamps
12.30pm
Fri 22 Exercises
Clayton Widows’ Club invited
Swimming
9.30am
Exercises
10.00am
9.30am
10.00am
12.30pm
Footscray/Werribee Widows’ Clubs invited
Swimming
9.30am
Exercises
10.00am
Wed 27 Stamps
Fri 28 Exercises
Did you know?
9.30am
10.00am
Defence Service Homes Insurance offers a range of home,
contents and other insurance policies to Legacy widows.
For an insurance quotation or information, DSH Insurance
can be contacted on 1300 552 662
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SHRINE OF REMEMBRANCE
April to June 2015 Calendar of Events & Exhibitions
Victoria’s Journey of Remembrance (2 Sessions)
Sunday 12 April, 12:00pm
Melbourne Legacy Student
Ceremony (ANZAC Day For Students)
Gallipoli
Each year prior to Anzac Day, Legacy holds a
special service for school students. This service,
first held in 1932, combines education with
commemoration and is attended by thousands of school children annually.
August 2014 marked one hundred years since the commencement of the First
World War (WWI). As part of the Victorian Government’s Anzac Centenary
program (2014-2018) a free community roadshow – Victoria’s Journey of
Remembrance - has been touring the state.
Thursday 16 April, 6:00pm
Now approaching its centenary, the Gallipoli campaign, commemorated each
year on Anzac Day, reverberates with importance as a symbol of what it truly
means to be Australian. Peter FitzSimons, with his trademark vibrancy and
expert melding of writing and research, recreates the disaster as experienced
by those who endured it or perished in the attempt.
ANZACs on the Wall
Thursday 23 April, 11.00am
Bearing Witness
Thursday 30 April, 12:30pm
Charles Bean was Australia’s greatest and most famous war correspondent.
He is the man who told Australia about the horrors of Gallipoli and the
Western Front, created the Anzac legend and was central to the creation of the
Australian War Memorial.
The Second Battle of Krithia: 100 Years On
Sunday 19 April, 2:30pm
Once again the Shrine welcomes, Jim Brown and Vince Brophy to perform
on the Lone Pine Guitar. Singers, songwriters and entertainers, Jim and Vince
present to us ANZAC On The Wall. Their performance includes songs, poems
and stories about our ANZACs.
Anzac Day Film Screening: Gallipoli From Above
(3 sessions)
Saturday 25 April, 9:00am
Gallipoli From Above follows the Australian officers who planned the landing
at Anzac Cove and the aircrew whose flimsy flying machines brought back
the much needed information on which those plans were based. Director,
Wain Fimeri, will join us and introduce the film. 3 sessions: 9.00am, 11.00am
and 2.00pm
Bookings are essential for all lectures: [email protected] or
www.shrine.org.au or (03) 9661 8100. Entry by gold coin donation
Friday 8 May, 2:00pm
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Second Battle of Krithia,
Christopher Wray will speak on the events of the fateful afternoon of 8 May, 1915.
Gallipoli VCs
Tuesday 19 May, 12:30pm
Gallipoli, most well-known for the landing on Anzac day, was also a place
where our ANZACs distinguished themselves. 10 Victoria Crosses alone
were awarded to the Australian and New Zealanders in the 8 months that the
ANZACs were on the peninsula.
The Real ANZAC Girls
Thursday 18 June, 12:30pm
From photos, emotive diaries and letters, Susanna de Vries AO relates the
previously concealed story of the bungled evacuation of the wounded from
Gallipoli.
Legacy partners up with Berger Paints
Over three sunny Melbourne days, 16 volunteers applied 90 litres of paint to transform Meryl Johnson’s
weatherboard home in Eltham.
Mrs Johnson was nominated for Berger’s 'Paint for a Mate' initiative, established in partnership with
Legacy to lend a helping hand to war widows who are unable to maintain the upkeep of their home
exterior.
Mrs Johnson and her late husband Stanley, who served in WWII,
built the house in 1954. The exterior was last painted 30 years
ago.
Coordinating the project, David McNamara from Berger, said it
was great to have so many volunteers on site including local trade
painters that donated their time to help.
'Bringing a tired home back to its former glory was an amazing
experience, but nothing compared to the smile and words of
thanks from Mrs Johnson.
'We’re looking forward to helping other worthy recipients across
Australia over the coming months.'
This is the first home in Melbourne to be painted through the
Berger community program. More than 40 homes across the
country will be transformed by the end of the year with paint
supplies and materials donated by Berger.
Right: Volunteer painters doing the final touch up
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In Memoriam
Melbourne Legacy gratefully acknowledges the
thoughtful generosity of people who choose to make
an In Memoriam donation rather than sending flowers
at the time of death of a relative or close friend.
We also warmly thank those who make a regular
Memorial Gift close to the anniversary of the death of
a loved one as a caring way to remember them.
IN MEMORY OF
DONATION MADE BY
Ellen Cody
Ms M Doufas
Ms K Noonan
Irene Langridge
Mrs M Nichol
BEQUESTS
Estate of G C Andrews
Estate of B J Best
Estate of S M Sneddon
Queries or donations in regard to
In Memoriam can be directed to
Michelle Johnstone on 8626 0500
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1 APRIL 2015
Timeless Age
THE ANSWER
The years of life slip slowly by,
Bodies in foreign soil do lie.
It was answered by men small and tall.
Danger was met with or without fear
For they remembered loved ones far and dear.
Suffering was great but spirits did not break.
Backs did bend a mate’s hand gave lend
They sloshed through sand and mud.
Peace they were seeking for one and all
As each bore suffering at bugle call.
Each Flander’s poppy represents a drop of blood.
As if shed by each soldier where he lay
To seep in mud, sand and clay.
This we will remember forever and a day.
The Aussie soldiers stand straight and tall
For they remember mates who did fall.
Faces hold memories of hell let loose
Bodies bore suffering of savage abuse.
Families at home gave prayer and tears
For the safe return of ones so dear.
Freedom was won by each mother’s son
Who stood firm and brave before each gun.
When the dawn breaks on ANZAC Day
It can never be said they had feet of clay.
Please God do not let it happen again.
For at the going down of the sun, we will remember them.
Doris Backman
1999
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CLUB NEWS
Meetings 1st Wed at 1.00pm
ALBURY
Pres
D Wood
02 6021 2407
R Cullen
5263 3320
Sec
Act Pres I Ramsay
ASHBURTON
Sec
5367 1287
Pres
Sec
Visits
D Williams
G Golding
J Golden
9889 7442
9807 0917
9499 5832
Sec
L Bates
5367 1154
5 Raglan St Sth, Ballarat Meetings 2nd Tue at 1.30pm
BALLARAT
A Carr
5352 4346
Various Social Club
BACCHUS MARSH
J Carr
N Bowen
Uniting Church Hall, 3 Ashburn Grove, Ashburton Meetings 3rd Wed at 12.30pm
Happy New Year everyone. New member, Alison Mackenzie has joined and was
made very welcome. First meeting and AGM was well attended. Our committee
has a new member, Norma Hibbins. Two members, Emily and Ursula, longtime
members of the committee, passed away recently. Joy has resigned due to ill
health. We thank her for her years of service. Murial van Bael also passed away
in January. She will be well remembered. We send get well wishes to any sick
members and look forward to a year of happiness for everyone.
Pres
B Butterworth5263 1296
Ararat RSL, 74-76 High St, Ararat Meetings 2nd Mon at 2.30pm
ARARAT
Pres
B Townsend 02 6021 3858
RSL Rooms, Murray St, Anglesea Meetings 4th Mon at 2.00pm
ANGLESEA
Pres
Sec
5336 2621
Sec
E McLure
5336 0102
Bayswater RSL, 626 Mountain Hwy, Bayswater Meetings 1st Fri at 12 noon
BAYSWATER
On Friday 29 November 2014 the annual Christmas lunch was celebrated at
Bayswater RSL with 28 members and guests present. The delightful lunch
followed the traditional format and was prepared by two daughters of a club
member. They were assisted by several friends who undertook serving duties.
Co-ord
J Leyden
9870 6155
Beaumaris RSL, 489 Balcombe Rd, Black Rock Meetings 4th Mon at 1.30pm
BEAUMARIS
We enjoyed a happy luncheon on 19 January at the Mordialloc Sportsmen's
Pres
M Bott
9599 2354
Sec
P
Paul
9589
3853
Club, and were entertained at Melbourne Legacy on 10 February at Comradeship
Welfare
M
Cameron
9589
1110
luncheon. At our first 2015 meeting on 23 February Legatee Jennie Russell
explained the history of the foundation of the National Council of Women, which
was enlightening. On 16 March we went to the Melbourne Botanical Gardens.
Portarlington/StLeonards RSL hall, Meetings 2nd Wed at 10.30am
Cnr Fenwick & Harding Sts, Portarlington
BELLARINE
Pres
BENALLA
Pres
F Knippel
BERWICK
5762 1303
Sec
W Wippell
5762 4566
B Williams
9703 2841
RSL Hall, Diggers Way, Blackburn Meetings 2nd Mon at 11.00am
Our first meeting for the year was an opportunity to greet one another and catch
Pres
up on all the news. Following the meeting we got together over a luncheon, which Sec
was provided from our funds. There was nothing for members to prepare, no
‘plates’ to bring, just sit and talk – how lovely it was. We have a very interesting
and varied program for the next six months. Speaker for the March meeting was
a physiotherapist.
BORONIA
5259 2898
RSL Hall, Langmore Lane, Berwick Meetings 2nd Mon at 1.00pm
Sec
BLACKBURN
E Clifton
Benalla Golf Club, Mansfield Rd, Benalla Meetings 3rd Mon at 12 noon
P Garnsey
E Nichol
9878 2827
9870 7128
Progress Hall, 134 Boronia Rd, Boronia Meetings 3rd Fri at 1.00pm
For our first meeting in February we welcomed two new members, Dorothy
Mackie and Elly Mertons. We also had Blumes Fashions. Once again our
Legatees did a great job looking after us. The Combined Legacy Widows' Clubs
of Yarra Valley met at Lilydale Lake for the annual barbecue picnic in March.
It's our 37th birthday in April and we will have Glen Goldies to entertain us plus
afternoon tea. Please come along. Easter greetings to everyone and the best of
health to all members for 2015.
Pres
Sec
D Dodd
J Gough
9762 2260
9801 1321
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THE ANSWER
Box Hill RSL, Upton Room, 26 Nelson Rd, Box Hill Meetings 3rd Mon at 10.30am
BOX HILL
Summer is over and so is one-sixth of 2015. We had some sad news over the
Christmas/New Year break - three of our ladies passed away. Ada McNally had
attained the great age of 101; Betty Laurie and Jeanette Jacobsen had both held
executive positions on the committee over a number of years. Their wealth of
knowledge and work within the club will be sadly missed. We had Janet Kearns,
occupational therapist, speak at our February Meeting on safety in our homes.
Thank you to Caroline Springs RSL for the lovely 'Gallipoli' scarf that they gave
to members at Christmas last year. Christmas lunch was also enjoyed at the
Moonee Valley Centre.
Pres
N Johnson
8361 0370
RSL Club Rooms, 403 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell Meetings 3rd Mon at 10.30am
CAMBERWELL/
HAWTHORN
E Dempster 9836 3292
CAMPERDOWN
Sec
J Vincent
9889 6026
Co-ord
S Moran
5593 1624
Caulfield RSL, 4 St Georges Rd, Elsternwick Meetings 1st Wed at 1.30pm
CAULFIELD-ST KILDA
Ab out February meeting President Margaret discussed our upcoming outings.
For our 4 March meeting we had a guest speaker from Legacy. On 18 March we
went to the Templestowe Hotel for lunch. A visit to the Shrine and then to a hotel
at the Docklands for lunch will be on 10 May.
Pres
Sec
M Mallinson 9527 7061
P Petersen 9572 5747
RSL Clubrooms, Albert St, Warragul Meetings 2nd Thu at 11.00am
CENTRAL GIPPSLAND
Pres
G Lewis 0427 307 434
P Douglas 9857 8224
16 Nicol Ave, Burnside Meetings 2nd Tue at 2.00pm
BURNSIDE
Pres
Pres
Sec
N Reynolds 5625 4019
Sec
A Smith
5625 3400
Chelsea RSL, Thames Pde, Chelsea Meetings 2nd Mon at 1.00pm
CHELSEA
We started the year in January with a shared lunch at the RSL; it was lovely
Pres
to get together again to chat and chew. Our first meeting was a Fun Day with
Sec
some trivia, jokes and a lovely afternoon tea. In March was our AGM and the
Combined Widows' St Patrick's Day luncheon at Rye Hotel. In April we will have
Pennyfarthing Gifts to show us their wares. Best wishes to all who are not feeling
the best, get better soon. We look forward to seeing you all fit and well at the next
meeting.Thanks to all who help at all times.
B O’Brien
V Webber
9772 1490
9772 4929
Legacy House, 293 Swanston St, Melbourne Meetings 1st Fri at 1.00pm
CITY SOCIALITES
Legatee M Armstrong 9807 7310
Clayton RSL, Carinish Rd, Clayton Meetings 1st Fri at 1.30pm
CLAYTON
Pres
Sec
J Winter
5871 1631
Sec
We are all settled in the year and have a busy time ahead, which started with 'All
the Rage' in March. Following in April will be Chevonne Boomgardt from Allison
Monkhouse. In May the Council of the Ageing will speak on moving or staying
house options. Sadly we lost Jean Henderson who was in her 90s. She helped in
the Legacy canteen for some time. Hope all sickies are on the road to recovery.
P Robb
5234 6350
Pres
Sec
V Dyke
9359 4308
J Whitehead 9354 7339
Sec
R Bryan OAM JP5682 1900
CRANBOURNE
Sec
S McAuliffe
5682 1037
Pres
Sec
S Pearse
J Blacket
5996 2825
5995 1103
Keystone Hall, Civic Square, Croydon Meetings 1st Thu at 12.30pm
We had a lovely day out in February to Toolangi and welcomed Dulcie Curtis to
our membership on that day. We also enjoyed our group barbecue at Lilydale
Lake on 18 March. We hope all ladies on the sick list recover soon.
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5231 2153
Cranbourne RSL, Sth Gippsland Hwy, Cranbourne Meetings 1st Mon at 10.30am
First meeting of the year was our AGM. All office bearers - Shirley, Evelyn and
Judith - were re-elected. Thank you for your good work. The meeting on 6 April is
cancelled. Best wishes to our friends who are not well; we miss you.
CROYDON
M Haycroft
Foster Hotel, Main St, Foster Meetings 2nd Mon at 11.30am
CORNER INLET
8
5871 1854
Legacy House, Gellibrand St, Colac Meetings 3rd Thu at 1.30pm
COLAC
Pres
P Kelly
Uniting Church Hall, 10 Cumberland Rd, Pascoe Vale Meetings 2nd Thu at 10.30am
COBURG
Pres
9544 9719
9544 9719
Killara House, Bank St, Cobram Meetings 4th Fri at 2.00pm
COBRAM
Pres
S Turnor
S Turnor
Pres
Sec
Visits
J Abbenhuis 9884 0514
D Haynes
9725 6798
D Haynes
9725 6798
Tuesday Class by Betty Luders
10.00am onward
GENTLE EXERCISE
CLASSES
Our popular floor and chair
exercise classes are conducted by
qualified instructors, Betty Luders
and Bill Stevens at Legacy House,
293 Swanston St, Melbourne
Tuesday Class with Bill Stevens
10.00am – 11.00am Gentle exercises
Friday Class with Betty Luders
10.00am – 11.00am Gentle exercises
Phone Trisha Keevers on 8626 0500
for information
GENTLE EXERCISE
CLASSES
AT LEGACY HOUSE
Spaces are available in Tuesday classes for
gentle exercises with Bill Stevens (pictured
below left) at Legacy House, 293 Swanston
St, Melbourne.
Please call Trisha Keevers on 8626 0500 for
more information.
Open weekdays (9am to 5pm). All
Legacy members are welcome to call in
for a chat, a cuppa and biscuits (free of
charge), a plate of sandwiches ($4.00) or
just to rest in the Domec Carré lounge on
the 2nd floor.
LATROBE STREET
Melbourne
Central
Station
LITTLE LONSDALE
LEGACY
HOUSE
RUSSELL STREET
The water exercise class is
conducted by Betty Luders at
the Melbourne City Baths, 420
Swanston St, Melbourne
LEGACY HOUSE
MELBOURNE
SWANSTON STREET
WATER
EXERCISE CLASS
ELIZABETH STREET
THE ANSWER
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Jann's Impossible Pie
Ingredients:
4 eggs
¾ cup pastry mix
1 cup grated cheese
1 tbsp melted butter
2 cups milk
¾ cup bacon pieces chopped
1 small onion chopped
salt and pepper to taste
Method:
Lightly beat eggs and add all other ingredients. Bake in
the oven 180°C for 1 hour, or until it leaves the sides.
Jann Springett
1991, A Legacy of Recipes, Legacy Club of Adelaide Incorporated
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THE ANSWER
Dandenong RSL, Clow St, Dandenong Meetings 2nd Wed at 1.00pm
DANDENONG
Sec
Cheltenham RSL, Centre Dandenong Rd, Cheltenham Meetings 2nd Mon at 1.00pm
DINGLEY
Pres
D Crowden
9585 2262
Sec
At our first meeting for the year we renewed friendships after the Christmas break Pres
and welcomed new member, Margaret Rogers. We were visited by Guide Dogs
Sec
Victoria and our speaker, Dorothy, brought her beautiful dog, Anya, who was a
most popular guest. In March we heard the life story of one of our members, past
president and now Welfare Officer, Jean Painter, who has very interesting life
experiences to tell us about.
J Livingston 9848 8190
B Richards 9841 0315
5152 4949
Sec
D Beare
5156 6880
Workers & Servicemen's Club, 165-173 Annesley St, Meetings 1st Mon at 1.30pm
Echuca
ECHUCA
Pres
9584 1230
Bairnsdale RSL, Princes Hwy, Bairnsdale Meetings 3rd Thu at 11.00am
EAST GIPPSLAND
N Trigg
A Craven
RSL Hall, cnr Doncaster Road & Leeds Street, Meetings 2nd Mon at 11.30am
Doncaster East
DONCASTER/
TEMPLESTOWE
Pres
B Fitzgerald 9791 7508
M Chandler 5480 0429
Sec
M Hooper
5482 5695
Epping RSL, Harvest Home Rd, Epping Meetings 1st Tue at 10.30am
EPPING
At our first meeting of the year we were fortunate to have guest speaker, Ann
Clendinnen, who is the welfare co-ordinator at Melbourne Legacy. She gave
a very informative talk on fall prevention and encouraged us to do some daily
exercise. Everyone enjoyed Ann’s presentation and joined in the discussion that
followed. President Nance Ormsby welcomed everyone back for another year.
Three of our widows attended Legacy House on 24 February for lunch.
Pres
N Ormsby
9465 2778
Legatee I Capicchiano 9431 0840
RSL Club Rooms, Kirkland Ave, Euroa Meetings 3rd Mon at 2.00pm
EUROA
Legatee L Musgrove 5795 2407
Keilor East RSL, 12-22 Hoffmans Rd, Essendon Meetings 3rd Thu at 10.00am
ESSENDON
Our ladies enjoyed another birthday lunch in February with special guests Dot
Byrne and Legatees Hugh Roberton and Barbara Brown. We have no outing
this month as there are several ANZAC commemorations for us to attend. We
collected donations for the Cancer Council at our May meeting when our speaker
was harpist, Christine Middleton. May outing was to Carmelite Monastery in Kew.
Due to a mix-up at Footscray library we were unable to have our February
meeting. Members went out to a Chinese restaurant for lunch instead. We were
sorry to lose our treasurer, Olive Fogarty, who passed away in January. Our
sympathy to her family. Hope all our members are well and in good health.
Legatee M Eyers
5971 6813
or
0407 820 395
Pres
Morning Peninsula
Legacy
5243 1285
Sec
E Abrahamsen5243 0129
N McGregor 9435 0800
Pres
Sec
J Rayner
B Glover
9557 1000
9593 2413
Hastings/Somerville RSL, King St, Hastings Meetings 1st Thu at 10.30am
We are looking forward to meeting up with our friends from Phillip Island on
a trip on the Tramboat. This year we will celebrate our birthday at Steeples in
Mornington on 22 May, so get your names (and carers) on the list. A day enjoyed
by all is our trip to the movies followed by lunch at Rosebud Hotel on 12 June.
Please remember that you can ask for help with transport if you are having
difficulties. Most important is our best wishes to those of you who are having
health issues. All your friends are at the other end of telephone—pick it up!
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9708 8201
Hampton RSL, 25 Holyrood St, Hampton Meetings 1st Wed at 12.30pm
Fifteen members were welcomed by President Jean Rayner to the first meeting
of the year as well as Legatees Noelle Pratt, Julie Tilley and Alan Nash. Liza and
Nick from the Brotherhood of St Larence gave a comprehensive talk about the
founding of their organisation and its extensive work helping those in need.
HASTINGS
9314 7337
Greensborough RSL, 111 Main St, Greensborough Meetings 3rd Wed at 10.30am
Pres
HAMPTON
L Russ
Murray House, 182 Ryrie St, Geelong Meetings 4th Thu at 12.30pm
GEELONG
GREENSBOROUGH
9346 7766
5261 9001
9374 2519
9337 7353
Frankston RSL, Cranbourne Road, Frankston Meetings 2nd Thu at 10.30am
FRANKSTON
J Riddell
E Purcell
H Bircher
V Bourke
A Lewis
TBA Meetings 2nd Wed at 1.00pm
FOOTSCRAY
Pres
Pres
Sec
Soc Sec
Welfare
Pres
Sec
D Docherty 5979 1738
W Lawson 5979 1989
HOUSING MAINTENANCE &
RENOVATIONS
Melbourne Legacy provides
an information service of
the names of tradesmen/
contractors in the Melbourne
area who are able to provide
housing maintenance and
renovation services.
Widows may obtain names
from our contractor’s list by
phoning
Legacy House
8626 0500.
Happy Easter
How many Easter eggs can you put in an empty
basket?
Only one - after that it's not empty any more!
Why did the Easter egg hide?
He was a little chicken!
How does the Easter Bunny stay fit?
EGG-xercise and HARE-robics!
How does the Easter Bunny keep his fur neat?
With a hare brush!
PLEASE NOTE: While every effort is made to
ensure only reputable tradesmen are included
on our list, we do not accept responsibility for the
standard of work carried out by those on the list.
Melbourne Legacy strongly recommends that at
least two quotations be obtained for any home
maintenance work, except for very minor jobs.
Why did the Easter
Bunny cross the road?
Because the chicken
had his Easter eggs!
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Healesville RSL, Maroondah Hwy, Healesville Meetings 1st Wed at 1.30pm
HEALESVILLE
Legatee C Coyne
HEIDELBERG
Co-ord
West Heidelberg RSL, 180 Bell St, West Heidelberg Meetings 2nd Mon at 11.00am
L/tees R & T Easy 9459 1571
M Charles
5382 3326
Sec
L'tee J Millington5674 3987
J Jackson
Sec
5452 2825
M Gipp
Sec
Greetings to everyone! We have two interesting speakers in April and May Bruce Reynolds will tell us of the World of Tennis and Dr Graeme Smith will talk
about The Lost Dogs Home. We are visiting Vasili's Garden at Coburg on 10 April
and will have lunch at the Nursery Cafe in Kew in May. Don't miss our meetings
and outings!
L'tee M Ross 5674 2844
E Dwyer
Legatee L Bridal
9763 8335
Pres
Sec
P Smith
B Wade
Pres
Sec
E Roberts
E Williams
Contact K Curphey
LAKES ENTRANCE
M Cahill
5155 3067
D Teesdale
Sec
5282 2245
S Gwyther
B Johnston
M Jondahl
Sec
5664 2244
5155 2270
Sec
9735 3261
Sec
Visits
E Olle
5662 2603
J Layton
B Johnston
9735 5646
9735 3261
Shelton House, 16 Boisdale St, Maffra Meetings 3rd Fri at 1.00pm
5148 6314
Sec
C Williams
5141 1851
Legatee Y Learmonth 5158 0261
MALLACOOTA
Stonnington Library, 1255 High St, Malvern Meetings 3rd Tue at 10.30am
MALVERN
It was pleasing to see members at our first meeting for 2015. Sorry to hear that
Pres
Vera Gillard and Elaine Rawson are unwell. Our thoughts and best wishes to you. Sec
M Port
Y Smith
9583 6602
9510 7517
RSL Hall, High St, Maryborough Meetings 3rd Mon at 2.00pm
MARYBOROUGH
V Marks
P Hocking 0407 014 145
Lilydale RSL, 52 Anderson St, Lilydale Meetings 2nd Mon at 1.00pm
MAFFRA/HEYFIELD
5461 5416
MELTON
Sec
M Vine
5461 3891
Disbanded 20 November 2013
Church House, 18 Edward St, Mitcham Meetings 4th Wed at 1.00pm
MITCHAM
Pres
M Mitchell
Leongatha RSL, Michael Pl, Leongatha Meetings 4th Mon at 1.30pm
LILYDALE
Pres
5655 1917
RSL Hall, Lara Meetings 1st Mon at 11.00am
LEONGATHA
Pres
9763 1645
9801 9601
RSL Rec Room, Glenara Motel, 221 The Esplanade, Meetings 1st Fri at 10.45am
Lakes Entrance
LARA
Pres
9889 2671
9859 1663
Korumburra RSL, Mine Rd, Korumburra Meetings 1st Thu at 10.30am
KORUMBURRA
Pres
5452 1706
Exner Park, Stud Rd, Scoresby Meetings 1st Mon at 1.00pm
KNOX
Pres
5382 6504
Kew RSL, 63 Cotham Rd, Kew Meetings 3rd Wed at 11.00am
KEW
Pres
9457 3876
RSL Hall, Nolan St, Kerang Meetings 3rd Mon at 11.30am
KERANG
Pres
M Floyd
Inverloch RSL, Bolding Place, Inverloch Meetings 3rd Tue at 2.00pm
INVERLOCH
Pres
Sec
Legacy House, 33 Pynsent St, Horsham Meetings last Wed at 2.00pm
HORSHAM
Pres
9726 5513
B Kean
9873 1979
Sec
J Marsden
9873 1929
Moe RSL, Albert St, Moe Meetings Thu at 10.00am
MOE
Legatee M Salienko 0418 572 219
MONBULK
Pres
RSL Rooms, Main St, Monbulk Meetings 3rd Fri at 1.00pm
J d’Argaville 9756 6535
MORNINGTON
Sec
9735 2147
Information Centre, 320 Main St, Mornington Meetings 3rd Wed at 1.30pm
Mornington ladies started the year with a fun Chinese lunch in January before
our first meeting in February, which was a social day with music and a lovely
afternoon tea. Our March meeting was our AGM. We have lots of great speakers
this year and new members are always welcome.
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E Parker
Pres
M Stuckey
Sec
W Davies
Welfare J Nichols
5976 3381
5977 2797
5977 1933
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Around the Clubs
Bayswater Legacy Widows' Club
On Friday 29 November 2014 the annual
Christmas lunch was celebrated at Bayswater
RSL with 28 members and guests present. The
delightful lunch followed the traditional format and
was prepared by two daughters of a club member.
They were assisted by several friends who
undertook serving duties.
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Morwell RSL, Elgin St, Morwell Meetings 3rd Wed at 1.30pm
MORWELL
NAGAMBIE
Contact P Wright
5134 2090
Pres
5794 1670
A Easton
Fountain Gate Shopping Centre Library, Magid Dr Meetings 3rd Mon at 1.00pm
NARRE WARREN
It was great to meet up with friends again atour first meeting in 2015. There
Pres
P Bastin
was much chatter and laughter. Future activities, speakers and bus trips were
Sec
J Roper
discussed. Nice to have Lilian Sudllow back after a long illness. On a sad note we Publicity D Trapnell
report the passing of long-term member, Verna Costelloe. Wishing all clubs best
wishes for a happy, healthy year. To be interesting you must be interested.
RSL Hall, McDonnell St, Nathalia Meetings 2nd Tue at 11.00am
NATHALIA
Pres
N Moore
5866 2919
Sec
S Wilkinson 5985 3795
Sec
Our Christmas in November 2014 was a very enjoyable day at Poowong Hotel
Pres
after morning tea at Loch. Our bus driver was marvellous at looking after us. We
Sec
were saddened by the passing of Bet (Beatrice) Fleming, a long-time member.
She will be missed. At our first meeting in February members brought a plate for
our afternoon tea. What a surprise to see three members on the front page of The
Answer at the Christmas concert. We welcomed new member Joyce Catton. First
trip will be to 'Cottage by the Sea' in Queenscliff on 8 April. To all ladies who aren't
well we hope you will be better soon.
It was a happy first meeting in February as we caught up with friends we had not Co-ord
seen for many weeks. Indeed, it was a very special gathering as we celebrated
Marjorie Mason's 90th birthday. In mid-April we will join other Outer Eastern Clubs
and Legatees on a trip to the Yarra Valley to enjoy gourmet food and a glass of
wine at the Killara Winery in Seville. As we journey into autumn with the beautiful
Melbourne weather we are blessed with at this time of year, we send our love and
greetings to those who are unwell and unable to join us just now.
5275 2929
Sec
5143 1109
Sec
P Barr
5862 2471
P Young
Sec
5254 2873
9801 2939
J Nelson
5278 1521
D Leckie 5144 6378
M McPherson5862 1230
Sec
J Newton
5255 4931
Commonwealth Hotel, Nicholson St, Orbost Meetings 2nd Fri at 11.30am
ORBOST
Pres
C Hughes
St Peters Church Hall, Draper St, Ocean Grove Meetings 1st Mon at 1.30pm
OCEAN GROVE/
BARWON HEADS
Pres
9548 1010
9560 3829
RSL Hall, Saxton St, Numurkah Meetings 2nd Tue at 2.00pm
NUMURKAH
Pres
M Fisher
P Karrol
Sale RSL, Princes Hwy, Sale Meetings 4th Fri at 1.15pm
NTH GIPPSLAND
I Anderson
5985 1735
RSL, Rose Ave, Norlane (Geelong) Meetings 2nd Thu at 1.00pm
NORTHERN SUBURBS
G Pitfield S Gray
Nth Balwyn RSL, Centreway, Nth Balwyn Meetings 4th Mon at 10.30am
NTH BALWYN
Pres
5866 2509
St Columbus Uniting Church, Cnr Joy Pde & Alan St, Meetings 3rd Wed at 1.00pm
Noble Park
NOBLE PARK
Pres
M Allison
Rye RSL, Nelson St, Rye Meetings 2nd Wed at 1.30pm
NEPEAN
Pres
9704 8579
9799 3614
8790 6046
M Lynn
PAKENHAM
5154 1569
Sec
Our monthly luncheons are still attracting around 25 widows. On Sunday 22
February we went to Mossvale Park for the annual 'Music for the People'. What
a beautiful day with several bands from Leongatha and Wonthaggi, and the
Victorian Concert Orchestra. We all want to go back again next year. Next outing
is with Pakenham CWA, going to Cottage by the Sea travelling on the ferry.
PHILLIP ISLAND &
SAN REMO
5154 1805
Pres
Sec
P Hicks
J Johnson
5940 2223
9769 9489
Phillip Island RSL, Cnr Rhyll Rd , Cowes Meetings 1st Mon at 2.00pm
Our first meeting for the year included the AGM. Forty-one widows and seven
legatees attended. All were happy to see each other after the Christmas break.
At the AGM our long-serving President, Eileen Maiden, regretfully announced
her retirement. She has worked tirelessly for the club over the past six years. Val
Rayner was elected as our new President. The Secretary, the Treasurer and the
Welfare Officer offered their services again and were re-elected.
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B Watson
Pakenham RSL, cnr James & Snodgrass Sts, Pakenham Meetings 3rd Thu at 1.30pm
Pres
Sec
V Rayner
5952 3176
M Matthews 5678 5768
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Around the Clubs
Clayton Legacy Widows' Club
Clayton Legacy Widows' Club members spent an
enjoyable time at the Blue Lotus Water Garden. It is
spread over 14 acres with thousands of lotus flowers
and waterlilies.
Burnside Legacy
Widows' Club
Above: Burnside Legacy Widows' Club celebrated their
2014 Christmas lunch at Moonee Valley Centre
Ada turns100
Above: Ada Richardson celebrated her 100th birthday with
friends at Avonlea Hostel and her family at Rossdale Golf
Club. Legatee Alan Nash presented her with a card and
flowers on behalf of Melbourne Legacy
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Australian International Airshow 27-28 February 2014
O
n Saturday 28 February 15 Junior
Legatees and their mothers (Legacy
widows) enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime
experience arriving or departing from the
International Air Show at Avalon by helicopter,
courtesy of Airbus Australia.
Upon arrival at the Airshow the group were
transported by golf cart to the Airbus Marquee
where they were treated to fine dining and front
row views.
Legatee David Glasson is a RAAF pilot from
NSW and organised a private tour of some of the
special planes, which delighted the Legacy kids.
Our Junior Legatees commented that the visit
to the International Airshow was a highlight of
recent Melbourne Legacy’s youth activities!
Another group of Legacy widows, legatees
and families enjoyed hospitality in an airconditioned marquee courtesy of QinetiQ. The
QinetiQ marquee was positioned near the Airbus
marquee and also allowed guests to enjoy front
row views of the Airshow.
Our Dependants with a Disability were not
forgotten and those who were able to attended
the International Airshow on Friday 27 February
hosted by Legatee Chris Spence. A Past
President of Melbourne Legacy, Legatee Spence
AO was an Air Vice Marshall with the RAAF and
proud to point out some of the features of the
amazing aircraft on display to the group.
Below and below right: Dependants with a Disability
at the Airshow
16 1 APRIL 2015
Above: A helicopter ride to the Airshow was a highlight
of the day
Above: Legatee David Glasson (centre with JLs) organised a
private tour of some special planes
THE ANSWER
Melbourne Legacy Welfare
Spotlight
Healthy Eating for Older People
A guide for living with diabetes
Are you an older person living with diabetes?
The National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) has
recently released a booklet that provides information
about healthy eating for older people.
Maintaining healthy eating habits can be challenging
at any age. However, as we get older obtaining the
nourishment that we need to stay healthy can be
more difficult.
Our appetites may be reduced and chronic diseases
like diabetes can add to the challenge of staying
healthy.
The booklet is easy to read and covers topics such as nutrition and daily food needs, healthy weight ranges,
loss of appetite and how to gain weight if you are sick, frail or have lost weight.
The Healthy Eating booklet also has meal plans, recipes and tips for shopping and cooking for one or two.
This booklet provides general information only.
If you would like a copy of this book please contact the NDSS Infoline on 1300 136 588.
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Phillip Island Summer Camp
A
group of Legacy Dependants with
a Disability recently enjoyed their
summer holiday at an impressive new
camp on Phillip Island. After holidaying
at the same place at Somers, on
the Mornington Peninsula for 31
consecutive years, it was time for a
change.
The new Legacy camp included air
conditioning, on-site activities and
tailored facilities suitable to cater for
our dependants with a disability, many
of whom are in their 60s and over. A
group of forty campers and around the
same number of dedicated volunteers
participated at the Legacy summer camp
and a wonderful time was had by all.
Top right: Canoeing
Middle left: All rugged up and waiting
for the penguins
Middle right: Walking
Bottom: Relaxing
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Phillip Island Summer Camp
20-27 January 2015
One of the highlights of the holiday
was an evening on the beach waiting
for the penguin parade. Some of the
braver campers loved the adrenaline
rush they got on the flying fox rides
and went back for repeated thrills.
Several the campers enjoyed being
up close to koalas on the day they
picnicked at Koala Park (pictured
right).
Experiencing music and dance,
dabbling with paints and other
artistic pleasures, a game of cricket
or volley ball is what people do on
organised camps and this group
was no exception. The beaches on
Phillip Island are fairly shallow and
suitable for people who are not strong
swimmers. The campers enjoyed
spending time on the tranquil coastline
on more than one occasion.
The camps would not be possible
without the involvement of our
dedicated and enthusiastic team of
support workers. These volunteers
donate their time, talent and energy,
both in the planning stages and during
the running of the camp.
Top: Koala spotting
Middle: Whip cracking
Bottom: Mingling with horses
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Reservoir RSL, 251 Spring St, Reservoir Meetings 4th Mon at 1.00pm
PRESTON-RESERVOIR
First meeting was 23 February and 25 members braved a thunderstorm to attend. Pres
First outing is a visit to the Shrine of Remembrance combined with Watsonia. We Sec
look forward to making new friends. Cheerio to our sickies. Hope to see you soon.
D Stewart
5255 2856
M Murphy
5024 1947
Sec
E Woodman 5821 3658
P Lindkvist
Sec
5986 8131
Sec Happy Easter everyone. We welcomed new member, Betty, to our group. Next
two meetings are 8 April and 13 May. Diary dates: birthday lunch on 10 June and
Legacy House lunch on Tuesday 16 June. New members welcome.
9746 3377
G Freeman 5174 2886
Sec
P Talbot
Happy New Year to all clubs for 2015. Our Christmas lunch was very much
enjoyed by all who attended. In February we welcomed new member, Winifred
Dunstan, and also Legatee Veronica Kelsey. Outings for the year were discussed
and we look forward to a very happy year ahead.
L McLachlan 9807 2591
5174 2880
M Grindley
5966 5416
Sec
M Munro
5721 9448
Sec
Y Hayhoe
5562 1430
Pres
Sec
Sec
Trips
9748 6173
A Williams 9434 6914
P MacDonald9459 9589
C Walker
L Warner
9561 1834
9803 1518
Sec
Leg
P Holland
S Shaw
9749 2614
9734 1495
Williamstown RSL, 128 Ferguson St, Williamstown Meetings 2nd Tues at 10.30am
We were pleased with the attendance of our February meeting. A reminder about
concerts at Legacy House on the first Monday of each month, which are always
most enjoyable. On Tuesday 5 May we are invited to Comradeship lunch at
Legacy House and look forward to with pleasure.
Pres
Sec
Carer
E Bambery
J McLeod
M Connell
9397 1037
9399 3736
9397 6430
Wonthaggi Workingmen’s Club, Graham St, Wonthaggi Meetings 4th Tue at 12.00pm
Sec
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F Langstaff
RSL Rooms, Synnot St, Werribee Meetings 2nd Mon at 10.00am
WERRIBEE
WONTHAGGI
N Love
5261 3345
L Robertson 5261 7427
Waverley RSL, 161 Coleman Pde, Waverley Meetings 3rd Wed at 1.00pm
WAVERLEY
WILLIAMSTOWN
9740 7948
Watsonia RSL, 6 Morwell Ave, Watsonia Meetings 3rd Mon at 11.00am
WATSONIA
J Hogarth
J Clark
RSL, 76A Reid St, Wangaratta Meetings 2nd Wed at 1.30pm
WARRNAMBOOL
Pres
Pres
Sec
Sec
5966 5662
WANGARATTA
Pres
P Latchford 9699 8329
J Miller
9417 5233
RSL, 3325 Warburton Hwy, Warburton Meetings 1st Wed at 11.00am
UPPER YARRA
Pres
B Reedman 5986 4641
RSL, Grey St, Traralgon Meetings 4th Mon at 1.00pm
TRARALGON
B Giorgi
V. Pres
Sec
Admin
Our AGM was held on the 20 February and the standing president, secretary
and treasurer returned for another year. We have arranged some great one-day
bus trips, which our ladies enjoy. Also some lunches at our clubrooms that the
Red Cross ladies cater for and do a wonderful job. Our secretary and president
attended the changeover lunch for Geelong Legacy at the Geelong Football Club
and had a marvellous day. Looking forward to a great year.
Pres
5821 6141
Lions Village Conference Centre, Torquay Meetings 3rd Fri at 1.15pm
TORQUAY
Pres
M Colmer
St Andrew’s Uniting Church Hall, Meetings 3rd Mon at 1.00pm
Cnr Brook & Barkly Sts, Sunbury
SUNBURY
E Naylor
G Goodhew 5023 7929
Sth Melbourne Community Centre, Meetings 2nd Wed at 10.30am
1 Howe Cres, Sth Melbourne
SOUTH PORT
Co-ord
5258 2227
Rosebud RSL, 117 Eastbourne Rd, Rosebud Meetings 3rd Monday at 1.30pm
STHN PENINSULA
Pres
L Landry
Legacy House, Shepparton Meetings 2nd Fri at 1.30pm
SHEPPARTON
Pres
Sec
RSL, Jamieson Ave, Red Cliffs Meetings 3rd Mon at 2.00pm
RED CLIFFS
Pres
9571 7783
9478 6802
Gill Hall, Albert St, Point Lonsdale Meetings 1st Mon at 1.30pm
QUEENSCLIFF/
POINT LONSDALE
Pres
J Shearer
J Wakeling
P McNair
5672 2418
THE ANSWER
Around the Clubs
Watsonia Legacy Widows' Club
Above: Watsonia Legacy Widows' Club members and guests enjoyed their Christmas lunch very much in 2014
Latrobe Valley Younger
Widows' Group
Chelsea Legacy
Widows' Club
Chelsea Legacy Widows' Club members shared a
lunch at the RSL in February.
Pictured below from left: Legatee Judy King,
Joan Holden, Joan Brown, Olive O'Connell,
Joyce Boocock, Kathy Cordeux and Norma Roberts
Pictured above from left: Kathy McLure, Rose Gallow, Gloria Platt
and Legatee Julie Griepsma
Latrobe Valley Younger Widows' Sunday Coffee Group
members and Legatee Julie Griepsma enjoyed a trip to the
magnificent Cloudehill Garden recently.
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Yarram Country Club, 322-340 Commercial Rd, Yarram Meetings 1st Tue at 1.30pm
YARRAM
Our group had a sad start to 2015, a former secretary, Violet Ray, passed away
with her funeral on 9 January at Holy Trinity, Yarram. Also long-serving president,
Joyce Brain, died on 11 January with her funeral at Presbyterian Church on 16
January. Our February meeting was cancelled due to power maintenance at the
country club. We hope that the rest of the year will be better.
ClubMulwala, Melbourne St, Mulwala Meetings 3rd Mon at 2.00pm
YARRAWONGA
Pres
I Symons
5743 3068
Actg Sec Legatee B Cossar 5
744 2270
Legacy House, 293 Swanston St, Melbourne Meetings 1st Sun at 12.00pm
YOUNGER WIDOWS
SUPPORT GROUP
ConvenorIrene
PresVacant
Sec
M Missen
5182 5146
5250 2980
0431 923 304
[email protected]
Please send your Club News in before 1 May for the June 2015 edition of The Answer
Around the Clubs
Torquay Legacy Widows' Club
Above: Torquay Legacy Widows' Club enjoying a day trip to
Lara Historical Museum with our driver,
Legatee Stephen Hartle
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Operation Rosemary
I
for Legacy’s 84th ANZAC Commemoration Ceremony for Students
f you can supply fresh-cut rosemary from your garden would you please contact Lillian
Murray at Melbourne Legacy on 8626 0500 at your earliest convenience.
We need enough rosemary for 5000 sprigs and wish to know in advance the quantity that our widows
and legatees can supply.
If you have rosemary that you can supply it would be appreciated if you would
please trim it into 10cm to 12cm (4 inch) sprigs and deliver it to Legacy House,
293 Swanston Street, Melbourne on or before Wednesday 15 April. It may be
possible to arrange collection of the rosemary if you are unable to deliver it to
the city.
A few selected schools who have prepared rosemary in the past have kindly
offered to help Legacy with the task again this year.
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THE ANSWER
LEGACY'S 84TH ANZAC COMMEMORATION
CEREMONY FOR STUDENTS
C O M M E M O R AT I N G T H E C E N T E N A RY O F A N Z A C
Thursday 23 April 2015 at 11.00am – 12noon · Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne
Join Legacy in remembering the men and women whose sacrifice
in wartime has enabled Australians to live in peace and freedom.
The Governor of Victoria has been invited to address the students and other guests.
• Please arrive at the Shrine by 10.30am
• As a symbol of remembrance attendees will receive a sprig of rosemary
• A programme given out on the day will outline the order of service
• Please provide water containers, hats and sunscreen and/or wet weather gear
• Please do not leave any litter behind and help us keep the ground tidy
The Shrine Forecourt (hedged area) is designated by law as a sacred and commemorative area.
Guests are therefore not permitted to eat in this area. The Shrine suggests a picnic in the Royal
Botanic Gardens nearby or grassed area south of the Legacy Garden.
While seating will not be reserved, it would be appreciated if you would register your
intention to attend by phoning Legacy on 8626 0500 so we can endeavour to provide adequate
seating. As 2015 is the ANZAC Centenary we anticipate a record number of attendees.
1 APRIL 2015 23
Between the Dances
by Jacqueline Dinan
Between the Dances is an eclectic collection of short
stories from the women who lived through World War 2.
Revealing personal conversations with over 300
remarkable women, it highlights the irony of women
embracing challenge and opportunity presented by this
devastating war.
Between the Dances depicts a poignant revelation
of the thoughts, emotions and experiences of
a generation of women who gave inimitable
commitment to their country. It provides excellent
material for historical study of the time.
Tamie Fraser, AO
2015, the 70th anniversary of the end of World War 2, is
an ideal time to explore how women contributed to the
war effort, all the while worrying about the welfare of
their men, yet relishing the next dance.
I loved it when the soldiers were in town. Dances
at the Castlemaine town hall were much more fun
with them - woollen mill worker, Audrey Stewart.
THE ANSWER
Melbourne-based author Jacqueline
Dinan, interviewed women around
Australia - from cities to remote
rural communities to collect their
unique accounts of ‘doing their
bit’. As nurses in war zones,
members of the services, workers
on the land and in factories,
volunteers in community service,
managers in organisations,
housewives juggling a ration
book, and others overseas who
endured the Blitz or internment by
the Japanese.
The accounts are enhanced by poignant, amusing and
insightful anecdotes along with scores of previously
unpublished and unique photographs from personal
albums.
Jenny Walker, CEO of Legacy Australia, launched the
book at the Shrine of Remembrance on 8 March, which
was International Women's Day.
Please contact Jacqueline Dinan for more information on:
Web: www.eventive.net.au
Facebook: Jacqueline Dinan Author
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0413 621 100
SWAC 2015
Story Writing & Art Competition
E
ntries in the 2015 Victorian Story Writing
& Art Competition open on 1 April
2015 and we would like to encourage you
all to exercise your writing, art, craft and
photographic skills and join in the fun.
Entry is open to eligible members of the current and
ex-service community, including veterans, widows,
children and grandchildren of the above, aged 18
years and over who reside in Victoria. The competition
welcomes all entries, regardless of skill level.
Entries in the art, craft and photography categories
will be displayed at a public exhibition at the
Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital in October. All
winning entries will be included in the special annual
publication, 'BRAVO!' Awards for the best entries in
each category will be presented at a ceremony in
November.
24 1 APRIL 2015
The special writing category for 2015 is titled
'Centenary of Anzac – 100 Years of Service'. Stories
are to be based on fact, but not necessarily first hand
account and once again are limited to 1500 words.
Once again, entries for the competition open on
1 April and close on 31 July 2015.
For entry forms please call the SWAC Coordinator,
Siobhan Hodgins on (03) 9496 2290.
You may also write to:
SWAC
PO Box 5444
Heidelberg West 3081 or
[email protected]
THE ANSWER
Around the Clubs
Essendon Legacy Widows' Club celebrates 26 years
Essendon Legacy
Widows' Club
celebrated their 26th
birthday at Fredricks
Restaurant.
Entertainment was
provided by Lez
Salisbury.
Pam Matthews
made the birthday
cake.
The many members
and guests enjoyed
the day immensely.
Below: President of Essendon Legacy Widows' Club, Elsie
Purcell, and Legatee Hugh Roberton cut the birthday cake
Above: Members move to the music of Lez Salisbury
1 APRIL 2015 25
THE ANSWER
LEGACY SUNDAY
Shrine Pilgrimage and Remembrance Service
Sunday 30 August 2015
Melbourne Legacy widows and their families are invited to attend this significant annual event in the Widows’
calendar on Sunday 30 August at the Shrine of Remembrance commencing at 11.00am.
WREATHS:
Widows’ clubs or individuals may lay a wreath as part of the Shrine service. Those intending to do so need to
co-ordinate this through Trisha Keevers at Melbourne Legacy on 8626 0500 no later than Friday 14 August.
LUNCHEON:
Our lunch this year will be in the prestigious MCC Members Dining Room at the Melbourne Cricket Ground
commencing at 12.30pm. Access is via MCC Members Reserve Gate 2 - Cordner entrance near the corner of
Jolimont Terrace and Jolimont Street.
Lunch will consist of an assortment of hot and cold items, seasonal fruit platters and selection of sweets. Tea,
coffee, juices and mineral water will be available, while other beverages will be available at bar prices. The cost
this year remains unchanged at $20 per person, and needs to be paid at time of booking.
To book and pay please see 'Reservation Request' on the back page.
For all enquiries please contact Trisha Keevers on 8626 0500.
Legacy at Huntingdale Charity Golf Day
T
he annual Legacy at Huntingdale
Charity Golf Day on Friday 23 January
2015 was a resounding success with both
the morning and afternoon fields totally
booked out. Golfers always enjoy playing at
the prestigious Huntingdale golf course and
the newly-refurbished clubhouse helped
make this year’s event extra special.
Proceeds for the day exceeded $28,000, which was
a record amount. The competition was a men’s and
women’s Individual Stableford. Players were invited
to enter the 'Legacy at Huntingdale' Perpetual Club
trophy, which was won by Wellington Links Golf
Club.
The charity golf day would not be possible
without the support of the volunteers and Legacy
acknowledges the staff from NAB who assisted our
Legatees.
Legacy is very grateful to Huntingdale Golf Club
who have allowed Melbourne Legacy the use of
their golf course for over 82 years. It is estimated
that during this time proceeds of over $1million
have been raised.
26 1 APRIL 2015
Above: Ian Allison, Allison Monkhouse and Bert Dennis,
Dennis Family Homes, both valued Corporate Partners,
viewing the crystal trophies with Tim Cansfield-Smith,
Legacy’s Development Manager
THE ANSWER
SALVOS
ANZAC
SALUTE
MELBOURNE TOWN HALL
3PM | 25 APRIL 2015
Compere Denis Walter
Artists Silvie Paladino,
The Australian Children's Choir (Andrew Wailes),
City of Melbourne Highland Pipe Band (Campbell Wilson),
Melbourne Staff Band (Ken Waterworth).
Ticket bookings ($15/$20)
salvationarmy.org.au/msb
or phone 8878 4750
1 APRIL 2015 27
THE ANSWER
Around the Clubs
Central Gippsland
Widows' Club
celebrate
Sylvia Hill's 100th
Central Gippsland Widows' Club celebrated
Sylvia Hill's 100th birthday in December 2014.
Sylvia is pictured right with Legatee Richard Sandy
who presented her with flowers and a birthday card.
Walking for Pleasure
No.
Date
Walking route
4
13 Apr
Coburg Lake
5
27 Apr
Melbourne Royal Botanic Gardens
6
11 May
Altona
7
25 May
Abbotsford to Kooyong
8 Jun
No walk - public holiday
8
22 Jun
Albert Park Lake
9
13 Jul
Ashburton to Glen Iris
10
27 Jul
Port Melbourne
All walks start at Legacy House, 293 Swanston St, Melbourne at 10am on the day.
For enquiries please phone Dot Byrne or Trisha Keevers at Legacy House on 8626 0500
Note: All participants must fill in a new medical form before joining the program in 2015
Melbourne Legacy Walking for Pleasure Programme
Full Name_________________________________ Post to: Att: Trisha Keevers
Address____________________________________________ Legacy House
Phone_____________________________________________ GPO Box 4312
Age_______________________________________________ MELBOURNE VIC 3001
Emergency Contact___________________________________________________________
Phone_____________________________________________________________________
I wish to participate in walk nos:
4
5
6
7
8
(please circle)
28 1 APRIL 2015
THE ANSWER
Monthly Concerts at Legacy House
February - John Robson
T
he concerts on the first Monday
of the month are a great outing
for widows' clubs. Legacy House is
close to public transport or arrange
a bus through your branch's
transport officer.
In February John Robson appeared and
in March new entertainer, Rob Foenander,
thrilled the crowd.
Please note there will be no concert on
6 April (Easter Monday). It has been
changed to 13 April when the Vardos
gypsy group will appear.
Books donated to aid
Melbourne Legacy
March - Rob Foenander
Mrs Agnes Rennie has kindly donated
50 books entitled 'Abigail and the Terror'.
They were written by her daughter,
Dr Sandra Rennie, who had a strong
connection with Legacy.
The books will be available on the trading
table at all the concerts until sold out.
1 APRIL 2015 29
THE ANSWER
Theatre
at Regent Theatre
Wed 10 Jun 2015 at 1pm.................... $70.00
Book and pay before Tue 7 Apr 15
Wed 24 Jun 2015 at 1pm.................... $70.00
Book and pay before Tue 7 Apr 15
NEW DATES
Wed 15 Jul 2015 at 1pm..................... $70.00
Book and pay before Mon 11 May 15
Wed 29 Jul 2015 at 1pm..................... $70.00
Book and pay before Mon 11 May 15
Wed 12 Aug 2015 at 1pm................... $70.00
Book and pay before Mon 8 Jun 15
Wed 26 Aug 2015 at 1pm................... $70.00
Sun 30 Aug 2015 at 1pm...................$110.00
Wed 16 Sep 2015 at 1pm.................... $70.00
Book and pay before Mon 13 Jul 15
Wed 30 Sep 2015 at 1pm.................... $70.00
Book and pay before Mon 13 Jul 15
Wed 14 Oct 2015 at 1pm.................... $70.00
Book and pay before Mon 10 Aug 15
Wed 28 Oct 2015 at 1pm.................... $70.00
Book and pay before Mon 10 Aug 15
Call Dot Byrne on 8626 0500
Theatre
Enquiries &
Bookings
Call Dot Byrne
8626 0500
Bookings for current theatre
productions should be made
over the phone first to
ensure there are enough places
for the required date.
Payments can be made by
cash or cheque/money order in
person at Legacy House,
293 Swanston St, Melbourne or
cheque/money order by mail.
30 1 APRIL 2015
at Her Majesty's Theatre
NEW DATES
Wed 8 Jul 2015 at 1pm..............................$65.00
Book and pay before Mon 11 May
Wed 22 Jul 2015 at 1pm............................$65.00
Book and pay before 11 May
Wed 5 Aug 2015 at 1pm............................$65.00
Wed 19 Aug 2015 at 1pm..........................$65.00
Note: if you have previously bought tickets for
Strictly Ballroom at $75 each please contact Dot
Byrne for a credit/refund of $10 per ticket.
LEGENDS
at Comedy Theatre
Starring Hayley and Juliet Mills
Wed 9 Sep 2015 at 1pm.............................$66.00
Book and pay before Mon 6 Jul
Sun 20 Sep 2015 at 3pm.........................$100.00
Book and pay before Mon 6 Jul
Please ensure you enclose:
• your cheque or money order made out to
Melbourne Legacy
• a note with show details, name, address and
telephone number
• a self-addressed business size envelope for
return of tickets
Post cheque or money order to Legacy House,
GPO Box 4312, Melbourne 3001
Tickets will be offered at full cost if we are unable to
fill the group booking.
Family and friends are welcome to accompany
members.
If you need to cancel a booking please do so
as soon as possible to allow tickets to be reallocated.
NOTE: Tickets will be posted out after the ‘Book and
pay before’ date for the relevant performance.
THE ANSWER
Holiday Accommodation
HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION
HOLIDAY CAMP
BUNDABERG
BUSSELTON, WA
Legacy widows are invited to enjoy 12 days of
relaxation, recreation and friendship at the Perth
Legacy Holiday Camp for groups of up to 36
widows. It is situated beside the beautiful beach
at Geographe Bay, 11km from Busselton, approx
235km south of Perth
There is no cost for the Camp (except travel
arrangements) for Legacy widows. Sisters or
daughters are welcome at their own cost. The
idea is to come along and join in with others on
a 12-day camp.
Phone Dot Byrne on 8626 0500
for more information
Bundaberg Legacy’s short term accommodation
is available for Legacy widows and their carers/
family for up to two (2) persons.
RONAN HOUSE, WODONGA
Holiday accommodation is available in Wodonga,
free of cost to Legacy widows for overnight stays
or holidays of up to 10 nights.
For more information or to book please contact
Albury Legacy on (02) 6021 2407
MAGNETIC ISLAND, QLD
‘Elandra’ holiday house on beautiful Magnetic
Island Qld, is owned by Townsville Legacy. It is
available to Legacy widows and their carers.
Cost is $200 per person for Legacy widows and
$220 for carers - per fortnight. Bookings cannot
be made more than 6 months in advance.
Theatre
Driving Miss Daisy
By Alfred Uhry
Directed by Horrie Leek
Sherbrooke Theatre Company
Doncaster Playhouse, 679 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
Having recently demolished another car, Daisy Wertham,
a rich, crusty, sharp-tongued Jewish widow of 72, employs
the services of a chauffeur.
In a series of absorbing and revealing scenes spanning 25
years and filled with warmth and humour, the two, despite
their differences, grow ever closer to and more dependent
on each other.
Performance Dates: May 8 and 9 at 8.15pm,
Sunday 10 at 4.15pm (twilight), 14, 15, 16 at 8.15pm,
Sunday 17 at 4.15pm (twilight). 21, 22, 23 at 8.15pm
By arrangement with Hal Leonard Pty Ltd
Tickets $25.00 and $22.00 concession
At evening performances meet the cast and join us for a
light supper after the performance.
TICKET SALES and ENQUIRIES 1300 650 209 OR
Post payment to:
The Ticket Secretary
Sherbrooke Theatre Company
3 Austin Place
Templestowe 3107
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THE ANSWER
LEGACY SUNDAY
Shrine Pilgrimage and Remembrance Service
Sunday 30 August 2015
Melbourne Legacy widows and their families are invited to attend this significant annual event in the Widows’
calendar on Sunday 30 August at the Shrine of Remembrance commencing at 11.00am.
WREATHS:
Widows’ clubs or individuals may lay a wreath as part of the Shrine service. Those intending to do so need to
co-ordinate this through Trisha Keevers at Melbourne Legacy on 8626 0500 no later than Friday 14 August.
LUNCHEON:
Our lunch this year will be in the prestigious MCC Members Dining Room at the Melbourne Cricket Ground
commencing at 12:30pm. Access is via MCC Members Reserve Gate 2 - Cordner entrance near the corner of
Jolimont Terrace and Jolimont Street.
Lunch will consist of an assortment of hot and cold items, seasonal fruit platters and selection of sweets. Tea,
coffee, juices and mineral water will be available, while other beverages will be available at bar prices. The cost
this year remains unchanged at $20 per person, and needs to be paid at time of booking.
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RESERVATION REQUEST
Name:
Address:
Phone:
Club/Group/
Branch:
Surname:
Post Code:
Email address:
ADDITIONAL NAMES FOR GROUP BOOKINGS
Surname:
Surname:
Surname:
Surname:
Surname:
Name:
Name:
Name:
Name:
Name:
Note: For larger groups please attach a separate sheet with names to this reservation form
PAYMENT DETAILS
Credit Card Payments :
Payment
options
Visa
Card No:
Mastercard
Name on card ________________________
____ ____ ____ ____
Direct Debit:
BSB 013 160
Expiry
__ / __
ANZ Account 2953 78851
Cheque
Forward ‘Reservation Request’ to mailing address:
Attention: Trisha Keevers, Melbourne Legacy, GPO Box 4312, Melbourne 3001
Given the popularity of the event reservations are essential, we encourage you to
book and pay early. No bookings will be taken after Friday 14 August 2015.
For all enquiries, please contact Trisha Keevers on 8626 0500
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