Warm greetings to all members of the

SGTC and I hope you have all emerged

from your winter hibernation and are once

again playing plenty of tennis. Our AGM

was held in September and I am very

pleased to advise that our committee now

has a number of new members which is

great news for the club. A full list of the

executive and general committee positions

has been included in this newsletter. It was

with some sadness that we received the

resignation of Gail Scott from the position

of Secretary that she has held for the past

15 years. The com-

mittee had previously

decided to present

Gail with Life Mem-

bership which was

formally presented to

Gail at the AGM.

Congratulations Gail

on your Life Member-

ship and thanks for

your amazing contri-

bution to the club

over many years, we look forward to it

continuing albeit in a somewhat lesser role.

I think you would all agree we have had

enough rain for the time being, so hopefully

it will stop soon and allow everything to

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2011

17 Dec 6.00pm onwards

Christmas Party

1 Dec 12-3pm

International Day of People with

Disability

26 Feb, 2012

Open Singles Club Champion-

ships

5 Mar, 2012

Kooyong Ladies Doubles Tour-

nament (RCH fundraiser)

UPCOMING EVENTS

dry out somewhat. The excessive rain and

wet ground has prevented a number of

projects from being completed including

installation of our new picnic tables. We

will most likely hold a working bee soon, so

I urge all members to support this when it

happens. Thanks again to Chris Murphy for

the great job he does keeping the grounds

looking amazing, even under difficult condi-

tions.

All our competition teams are in full swing

and it is great to see a number of new faces

in both our junior

and senior teams.

The mid-week ladies

and Thursday night

comps are about to

start their finals, so I

wish all our teams

best of luck in the

finals.

We are planning to

hold a club Christ-

mas Party this year on Saturday, 17 Decem-

ber commencing at 6pm. Please block this

date out on your calendars and I look for-

ward to seeing you all there.

Phil Bush

CONTACTS 2011

PRESIDENT: Phil Bush (0418594412)

VICE PRESIDENT & MINUTE SECRE-

TARY: Deb Sullivan

TREASURER: Amanda L indsay

(0439304839)

SECRETARY: Caroline Kalny (54288996)

MEMBERSHIPS: Meagan McAliece

(0437164255)

C O A C H I N G : J a s o n M c K e e

(0417301882)

MAINTENANCE: Chris Murphy

(0409020313)

MRTA REP: Caroline Kalny & Phil Bush

MDLTA REP and LADIES CO-ORD:

Anna Karopoulos (0419889216)

JUNIOR CO-ORD: Narelle Anderson

(0400134738) & Caroline Kalny

THURSDAY NIGHT: Phil Bush & Ediz

Babacan (0438009605)

SATURDAY CO-ORD: Geoff Forbes

(0422181347)

NEWSLETTER: Anna Karopoulos

WEBSITE: Anne Petersen (0419101115)

OFFICE BEARERS

President—Phil Bush

Vice President—Deb Sullivan

Treasurer/Public Officer—Amanda Lindsay

Secretary—Caroline Kalny

Minute Secretary—Deb Sullivan

RESULTS OF AGM HELD TUESDAY, 6 SEPTEMBER 2011

Mary Biber and Gail Scott , Life Members

GENERAL COMMITTEE

Membership Secretary—Meagan McAliece

Coaching—Jason McKee

Grounds & Maintenance—Chris Murphy

Seniors Comp.– Geoff Forbes & Ediz Babacan

Juniors Comp.– Caroline Kalny &

Narelle Anderson

Tuesday Ladies Comp.—Anna Karopoulos

Thursday Night Comp.—Phil Bush and Ediz

Babcan

MRTA Delegate—Caroline Kalny & Phil Bush

MDLTA Delegate—Anna Karopoulos

Newsletter Editor—Anna Karopoulos

Website—Anne Petersen

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NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2011

14 August, 2011

To The Committee of The South Gisborne Tennis Club,

“As they say all good things must come to an end.”

I will not be seeking re-election on the Executive or General Committee at the SGTC 2011 AGM on September 6th, 2011.

I was elected onto the SGTC Committee in 1997, into the role of Secretary. (I just would have to correspond to letters and

keep relevant information that’s what Di told me)???

15 years on and I think have written many letters, worn many hats and have accumulated over 8 boxes of documents!!!

I have worked with and supported Five Presidents who have all contributed countless voluntary hours in keeping the SGTC

above the average when it comes to facilities, programs, professional coaching and the all round high standards that we have

come to expect.

Many projects have been instigated and have been seen through. Four new mod grass courts, one surface upgrade, Lights

on all courts, Free BBQ and under cover facilities, club house upgrade and playground equipment.

The club has been pro active in giving every opportunity to our members to participate in Tennis Vic programs; eg Pennant,

Loddon Campaspe Junior Masters Tournaments (2 years running), MRTA Squad was hosted out of SGTC in it’s inaugural

year and continued for another 3 years under the Current coach at the time. SGTC hosted it’s own Junior Classic Tourna-

ment (3 years running), which was supported by players from as far afield as Nagambie, Bendigo, Metro melb, and New

Zealand. At one stage we had to play over two clubs with over 12 courts in use (and yes we ran canteens at both venues).

The Club has always been vigilant when appointing our coaching teams. Four Professional coaches have offered our mem-

bers top instruction, and the club has gained from their experiences.

I have been thoroughly supported in my Social events that were run for the club. The Mexican, Italian, Aussie, Hawaiian

open days, Wine tastings, Product nights, Dinner dances, Disco nights, Junior Fun days, T.V Open fun Days, Ladies Basket

Lunch afternoons, Annual bus trips to Aust Open and not to mention our recent Annual Curry nights, and of course, every

one had a raffle attached.

One of my highlights was being invited to a luncheon at Royal Sth Yarra tennis club, for a Tennis Victoria presentation,

where the Club was short listed for a possible award. That year (2000) we won Country Club of the Year. Evonne Goola-

gong presented us with our award then came to the club to meet some of the members. That was a huge year.

Many Grant submissions have been written up and sent on. The SGTC have been successful in 80% of their submissions.

The original write up in 1999, (Mary Biber and Kaye Eyles), to have an inclusive program which incorporates the Disability

sector has been a passion of mine, and to date is supported by two centres and has had over 130 participants and continues

to grow with all ranges of disability taking interest in our Program. Big thank you to Jason McKee for also supporting and

having the passion for the program.

I have welcomed and farewelled many a member, and will continue to do so as I believe that your first point of contact at a

club is your most memorable.

I wish the Committee the insight to move forward and don’t loose sight of our sense of Community and Friendliness that is

an integral part of the South Gisborne Tennis Club.

Thank you.

Gail Scott.

GAIL SCOTT - GOODBYE, BUT NOT FAREWELL

By now you are all aware of Gail’s transition to the member rank of ‘Special Projects’. She will still be involved behind the scenes,

with Disability Programmes and Grants. For now, I wish to present to you, her letter of resignation as I feel it provides an insight

into the history, culture and ethos of our beloved little club, a club that so many of us love to be involved with, for our own per-

sonal reasons.

Anna Karopoulos

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OPEN MIXED SATURDAY COMPETITION Our new Junior season is up and running, already in our 8th

week. We have 5 teams, A-grade, B-grade, two C-grade teams

and one team in D-grade which plays on a Friday night during

summer. Only another 3 matches before Xmas holidays and

then we are back next February for the last 5.

Despite the interruptions with several washouts, Melbourne

Cup and some sections having a Bye, all teams are doing well

with 3 teams inside the top 4 and the others just outside.

Congratulations to all Junior players, parents and especially the

team managers on a great start to our season. It’s quite a chal-

lenge to get to the courts by 8.30 for some of us. Thank you

to all the parents that help with the umpiring in the C and D

grades, the matches wouldn’t be possible without you.

If you’re interested in playing Junior competition, our next sea-

son starts next April please contact Narelle or Caroline. We

have teams for all abilities.

Our members can assure the professionalism of our spon-sors. We en-courage you to support their services

We are fast approaching the half way point of the Sum-

mer Competition. We have had more washouts this season

then last so far but it has been a fantastic start to the season.

We have 4 teams playing across the 3 sections with all teams

doing well. Section 1 is turning into a fight for top spot be-

tween our two teams, and Section 2 and 3 teams are currently

in contention for finals.

There is still a long way to go till the end of the season with the

Christmas and New Years Break stopping play for nearly 2

months.

Good luck to all teams for the rest of the season, Have fun, and

enjoy the festive break.

Most importantly, keep hitting!!

This Summer season of tennis concluded with all four of our

teams, (Sections 2, 4, 6 and 7), unfortunately missing out for a

position in the semi-finals. . .

This Season, four teams, (one in each of Sections 2 and 3 and

two in Section 6), were entered for the Winter season which

commenced in July. Our teams were re-organised and new play-

ers joined our mid-week ranks. Welcome to the wonderful

world of competition tennis!

In the last round, our Section 2 team marginally missed out on

percentage for a top four position! Our Section 3 girls played

off in the finals but unfortunately

were beaten by Gisborne. Our

Section 6-Black team prevailed and

will be in the Grand Finals next

week!

Please contact Anna Karopou-

los if you are interested in being

part of this competition, or help

our teams out on a casual basis as

an emergency player.

MID WEEK LADIES COMPETIT ION NIGHT MOVES The Winter season of the Thursday night comp was com-

pleted with two of our teams (Section 1 & 2), reaching the

Grand Final and finishing as runners-up…Congratulations

GUYS! This season we have had five teams competing

across the three sections and the competition has been

very strong. We are very pleased to have a number of

new players competing this season and we hope they con-

tinue on next season. We also had some success last sea-

son with Norm Salter’s team finally winning the elusive

Section 2 flag they had been chasing. We think Norm is

still celebrating!!! Thanks to all the team captains for the

great job you have done organising

your teams, collecting ball-money,

etc. Keep up the great work it is

much appreciated.

We always need more players and

are hoping to enter more teams in

the next season which starts in Feb-

ruary 2012. So if you would like to

play please contact either Phil (5428

1670) or Ediz (0438 009605) or one

of the team captains. Don’t forget, every set counts…

The Night Mover

JUNIOR COMPETIT ION

Congratulations Section 2– Winners Summer 2011

MONDAY NIGHT SOCIAL MEN’S TENNIS The night continues throughout winter courtside at 7.30pm. Just turn up for a

social hit. Players of all abilities, including non-members are also welcome.

For further enquiries contact Norm Salter (0400132297).

GROUNDS & IMPROVEMENTS The committee acknowledges the efforts of Chris

Murphy who ensures our grounds are appropri-

ately maintained.

GENERAL INFORMATION International Day of People with Disability

Many events are planned throughout the nation,

including tennis out of SGTC on Thursday De-

cember 1 from 12-3pm. Gail Scott with the help

of Jason McKee our coach, are organising the

afternoon’s activities. Representatives from Ten-

nis Victoria will be present on the day as will be

our Local Leader newspaper. Members are wel-

come to volunteer their assistance.

Kooyong Ladies Doubles Tournament

Partner up ($100 a pair), for the opportunity to

soak in the atmosphere of this prestigious Club

and play on the famous grass courts of Kooyong.

Entry fees support the Royal Children’s Hospital

and include morning tea and lunch. Entries close

10, February, 2012, contact Anna for a copy of the

entry form.

Newsletter Distribution

Our newsletter will continue to be distributed to

members electronically.

A hard copy will continue to be sent to those

members who do not have an email address and

copies will be available in the clubhouse. Please

contact Anna for any further enquiries.

MEMBERSHIPS All Members should have received their Membership Renewal Invoices for

2011-2012, as Membership payments were due 31st October 2011.

If to date you have not paid your Membership renewal, the Committee would

appreciate payment at your earliest convenience. Please quote your Name

and Invoice number as reference when payment is made.

Please ensure your contact details are correct. Your contact information is

important not only for our records but also information dissemination to you.

To update your details contact:

Memberships Secretary

Meagan McAliece

PO Box 233 Gisborne 3437

Email: cmmcaliece@optusnet.com.au

Phone: 0437 164 255

An Important reminder also to all Members playing competition. You

must have a current Tennis Victoria Player Registration at a cost of $28

per player or $98 per family (min of four). This is a mandatory requirement of

Tennis Victoria.

If you have paid your registration through another club, please provide

club details and registration number to your Team Captain or Mem-

berships Secretary.

CLUBHOUSE

Unfortunately it has come to our attention that our clubhouse is being left

untidy by users.

Please consider your fellow members and tidy up after use. Do not leave any

food around the clubhouse and please empty bin . Thank you.

TELEGRAPH FEA,TURE. Tuesday April 8th. 1980 - Page 27

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A public meeting will be held next Tuesday 15th April 1980

at 8 p.m. at .the home of Mr. & Mrs. Berens, corner

Berrie & MilieUs Roads, Gisborne South. The purpose

orthe meetin{fwlll be to form a Tennis Club, elect Of-

fice Bearers"and Adopt· an Appropriate Constitu-

tion for the Management of the Club. Further

details available from the Hon. Secretary, Gisborne South

Tennis Club Steering Committee. Mrs. M. Hogan

~ot-24 Mlllett Rd., Gisborne Sth. Tel. 28 2241

NOSTALGIA OUR Club is 31 years old

this year 2011.

The Plexi Pave courts

were the inspiration of

the Committee of Man-

agement of the Gilligan

Recreational Reserve in

1981.

The clubhouse was erect-

ed At a cost of approx.

$7,000 in 1981.

Our first newsletter was

a” LIFE BE IN IT

LOGO” inviting people

to become a member of

the newly formed

‘Gisborne South Tennis

Club.’

Membership Fees $18

Family, $10 Seniors, $2

Juniors!!!!!!!!

Original Extract from the Telegraph newspaper

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TO OUR SPONSORS Thank you for supporting South Gisborne

Tennis Club

If any members would like to provide sponsorship please

contact Gail.

SOUTH GISBORNE TENNIS CLUB CHRISTMAS PARTY

WHEN: Saturday 17 December, 2011 6pm onwards

WHERE: South Gisborne Tennis Club

Also, Sausage Sizzle to fundraise for a split system air-conditioner for our

clubroom upgrade.

For further information contact Phil (0418594412) or Caroline (54288996) or

Anna (annakaropoulos@bigpond.com, 0419889216).

Reserve this date in your calendars and come along and join in on the festive

occasion.

Bring along a plate and drink to share with other members and don’t for-

get your racquets!

Alternatively, come and support your club, even if only for a short while

on your way through to another function.

The committee hope to see you there…..

COACHES REPORT

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Tennis is a great way to get fit whilst having fun. A great range of programmes are offered at

Funtastic Tennis to suit all ages and abilities.

Little Legends—4 to 7yrs

Junior Competition Prep—8 to 16yrs

Adult classes

Semi-private and Private Lessons

For bookings & further information please contact:

Jason McKee on:

0417 301 882 or,

jase31@tpg.com.au