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AUTUMN 2016

COMMUNITY REWARDS TAKE OFF!

SEE PAGE 4

Buy a Golden Ticket – $30 for entry to all 6 days of the Sydney Autumn Carnival

New Public Area Marquees including – TAB Sports Bar and Gourmet Food & Beverage Pop-Up Bars

Award winning Hospitality | Myer Fashion on the Field

For ticketing and race day information thechampionships.com.au

2 & 9 April 2016

The Grand Finals of Australian Racing

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CEO MESSAGE

DEAR MEMBERAutumn brings change and certainly it’s a time of positive changes at your Club. We are introducing new plans to improve services to Members and I’m pleased that many of these are now in place to make your visits to the Club more enjoyable. You can find details of our improvements on page 11 of this magazine. The highlights are the new parking directional system at Woden, an online restaurant reservation system at Yacht and free wi-fi across all our venues. There is plenty more to come in the near future too.

I hope Members can make it to our Future Health Club information session on March 22. Details of the session are on page 19.

The kick off to footy seasonis just around the corner. We wish good luck to the many football clubs across the codes that we sponsor, particularly Wests, Tuggeranong Hawks, Royals and our newest partner Woden Weston Football Club. We look forward to welcoming players, supporters, friends and family at all our venues throughout the season.

CONTENTSCEO Message ..................................... 3This is our Family .............................. 4Autumn Promo Guide ..................... 6Chef’s Signature Dinner ................. 8Better Service ...................................11

News Around the Club .................12Henry’s Kids Corner .......................15Gig Guide...........................................16Pioneer Club .....................................18An Exciting New Development ....19

It’s also an exciting time for horse racing fans with the Grand Finals of Australian Racing, The Championships, being on in Sydney on April 2 and 9. For our TAB regulars, we’ve got tickets to be won to experience the excitement of The Championships in 2016.

Finally, I encourage all Members to participate in our unique Community Rewards program by choosing a charity or community group to support. We donate 10 cents in every dollar you spend on food and beverages to your nominated group. Over 40 community groups are registered and the front cover of the magazine gives you just a hint of the broad range of great schools, sporting clubs, charities and groups you can choose from. To sign up as a supporter of any group simply drop by reception at any of our venues or visit our Community Rewards Program page at our website, cscc.com.au.

Regards IanIan Mackay CEO

marketing@cscc.com.auCanberra Southern Cross Club

@CanberraSCC

02 6283 7200

www.cscc.com.au

Cover photo: Representatives from groups who are supported by the Community Rewards Program. Back L to R – Pat (Wests Juniors), Harry (Royals), Rebecca ( Royal Society for Blind), Lily (Garran Primary), Natalie (Royals Society for Blind), Jackie and James (Red Frogs), Shahrzad and baby Melody (Karinya House).

Front L to R Harry (Garran Scouts), Angus and Jack (Garran Primary)

Buy a Golden Ticket – $30 for entry to all 6 days of the Sydney Autumn Carnival

New Public Area Marquees including – TAB Sports Bar and Gourmet Food & Beverage Pop-Up Bars

Award winning Hospitality | Myer Fashion on the Field

For ticketing and race day information thechampionships.com.au

2 & 9 April 2016

The Grand Finals of Australian Racing

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Members have a unique opportunity to give back to the community simply by dining and drinking at your favourite club venue.

Under the innovative Community Rewards Program, 10 cents in every dollar members spend on food and beverages in the club will go towards their nominated community group.

The program started in 2015 and more than 30 groups have already received much needed support.

Membership Manager Lauren O’Hara said those now involved include a wide range of community groups such as sporting clubs, dance and scout groups, school parents associations and charities such as Karinya House and the Royal Society for the Blind Canberra.

“The program allows our members to choose which community groups they support and really engage with them at a grassroots level,” she said.

THIS IS OUR FAMILY REWARD YOUR FAVOURITE COMMUNITY GROUP

grandchildren that attend Garran Primary, or have friends that have kids there.”

Royal Society for the Blind Canberra coordinator Rebecca Rawlinson said the program provided positive connections between Canberra’s not-for-profits and the business sector.

“RSB Canberra is absolutely thrilled to be involved in such a grassroots community program,” she said.

“More than ever we’re in need of community support and to get this as well as the opportunity to spread awareness about vision loss, as well as our specialist services, it’s amazing.”

Members can nominate their favourite community group from the list below by visiting reception at any venue or by going to our website www.cscc.com.au/rewards.

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“What’s really wonderful about the program is that it also supports smaller groups that may not otherwise receive a lot of funding.”

Wests Junior Rugby Club spokesman Keven Whitton said the sporting group was delighted to be part of the program.

“We have earned in excess of $4800 so far, which we have used to purchase playing uniforms,” he said.

“This has helped enormously in keeping the cost of playing rugby affordable for all of our members.”

Sue-Ann O’Rourke, mother of Jack and Lily, told Members’ Magazine: “Our family loves going to Henry’s and it’s now even better knowing that every time we go that Garran Primary School benefits through the Community Rewards Program.”

“I urge members to join the program, especially if they have children or

Achilles Running Club ACT Little AthleticsANU Film GroupArawang Primary School P&CBelconnen Tennis ClubBosom BuddiesCanberra Bridge ClubCanberra Montessori SchoolCSCC Travel ClubCapital Lakes Rowing ClubCapital PetanqueDeanne Calisthenics ClubGarran Primary P&CGarran Scout GroupKarinya HouseMarymead

No Name Needed Darts TeamNordek WaterpoloOncology Massage LtdOutsiders Darts TeamRadio 1RPHRebels BaseballRed Frogs CanberraRoyal Society for the BlindRoyals Rugby Union Club CSCC Social DanceSpiral GroupSt Anthony’s Parish Primary P&FSt Vincent de Paul SocietyTaylor Primary P&C

Telopea Park High School Reunion GroupThe Heart and Soul SingersThe Valley Bridge ClubTorrens PreschoolTriathlon ACTTuggeranong HawksTuggeranong Southern Cross Basketball ClubWestern District Junior RUCWestern Districts Hockey ClubWeston Creek Tennis ClubWests Social Golf Club JamisonWild Turkeys Darts TeamWoden-Weston Football Club

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AUTUMN PROMO GUIDEWhat When WhereChicken Schnitzel NightEnjoy our famous chicken breast schnitzel with chips and salad for $10.00 each Tuesday. Choose one of our great toppings to add some zest for only $2 more.

Every Tuesday Woden, Jamison, Tuggeranong

Burger NightGourmet burgers and chips for just $9.90. Includes Greek lamb burger with haloumi and onion jam or our Wagyu burger with bacon and cheese.

Every Wednesday

Woden, Jamison, Tuggeranong

The Captain’s Call$5 Heineken and Starve Dog Lane white and red wines at the Yacht Club daily.

5-6pm Every day

Yacht Club

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FOR MEMBERS ONLY

SEE IN VENUE FOR MORE GREAT PROMOTIONS AND FULL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

What When Where$8.90 Value MealsTuck into a range of tasty lunchtime value meals for just $8.90. See in venue for our daily specials.

12-2pm Monday to Friday

Woden, Jamison, Tuggeranong

Happy HourEnjoy schooners of XXXX Gold and Hahn Super Dry for $4 and Stanley Classic dry white, Shiraz Cabernet and Tessabella sparkling for just $3!

4-6pm Every day

Woden, Jamison, Tuggeranong

Thai Chiang RaiEnjoy a 25% discount (up to $25) until 30 May 2016. Bookings are essential.

Wednesdays Woden

AUTUMN PROMO GUIDE

$8.90LUNCHSPECIALS

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The Club’s annual Chef’s Signature Dinner is being held at Woden on Friday 18 March at 6.30pm. It’s the highlight of the year for the Club as our four executive chefs join forces for one night only and showcase their talents. At the time of writing less than 30 tickets remain for the event so be quick to secure your spot at this gastronomic extravaganza.

Anurag Gautam, our Executive Chef from Tuggeranong, who will be preparing the main course said, “This year I have decided to do a mutton dish which may not sound fashionable but is having a huge comeback in Europe and even has Prince Charles and top gourmands backing! The Prince has been attending and hosting a lot of dinners to revive this beautiful meat which has a lot more flavour and is more environmentally friendly than other cuts.

The mutton dish I have decided to cook is one of my favourites and combines my love of old steam locomotives, trains and travelling at a leisurely pace. It is a very old dish which can be traced to the 19th century when the British were building the railways on the sub-continent and wanted to have a simple roast, and their chefs and cooks couldn’t understand why somebody would eat any roast without adding some spices! The Railway officers loved the spicy roasted mutton so much that they had it as a celebration main course when the first railway line in the Himalaya Mountains was completed. I’m looking forward to sharing this with our Members on March 18th.”

The fine food will be matched with wines from Arras, Eddystone Point, Amberley, and Peter Lehmann. The highly regarded

FINE FOOD. FINE WINE. FINE DANCING.

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Friday 18 March at Woden $95 per person | $900 for a table of ten

Book in person at reception in any of our venues or call 6283 7200.

MENUCANAPES

Basil & pepper crusted yellow fin tuna on beetroot carpaccio, served with

celeriac remoulade

Blueberry glazed tea smoked duck breast on goat cheese hash brown served with grand

marnier glaze and gourmet herbs

Rare roast sirloin of beef stuffed with semi dried tomato & caramelised onion served

with asparagus and citrus mayonnaise

Matching wine: Arras Brut Elite – Chardonnay Pinot Noir

ENTREE

A salad of Moreton Bay bug, orange, baby beet, endive, fennel & plum with a saffron

and champagne vinegar aioli

Matching wine: Eddystone Point Riesling 2014

SORBET

Pimm’s & Lemonade

MAIN

Railway mutton roast with pea & potato croquette, pickled pumpkin, grilled

broccolini, date jus

Matching wine: Amberley Secret Lane Cabernet Merlot 2013

CHEESE

King Island Triple Cream Blue served with honey roasted figs and crackers

Matching wine: Needle in Haystack shiraz (2010 vintage)

DESSERT

Black forest: dark valrhona chocolate cake infused with cherry liqueur and layered with a minted chocolate mousse. Accompanied with cherries 3 ways – Cherry marscapone, cherry

sorbet and cherry jam

Matching Wine: Peter Lehmann Botrytis Semillon 2010

Schobers Needle in Haystack 2010 Shiraz will partner the cheese plate.

Canberra band Hit Parade will play during the evening to ensure the fine food and wine is matched by the opportunity of some fine dancing. All guests will also receive a special gift on the night and one lucky attendee will win a dinner for ten cooked for them by their choice of our Executive Chefs.

CHEF’S SIGNATURE DINNER

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also be using these tablets to take drinks orders at your table so you can sit back and enjoy the company of friends and family.

The Yacht Club has also become the first bar or restaurant in Canberra to launch ‘Clipp’, a clever new app that lets you establish and pay for a bar tab with your smartphone. Members will shortly also be able to book a table at the Yacht Club on our website using an online reservation system.

By the end of March free WI-FI will also be available to patrons at all venues, which will be especially beneficial to corporate, functions and events clientele as well as members who want to connect whilst enjoying Club facilities.

TECHNOLOGY

New technology being introduced at your Club will see members spending less effort on time consuming tasks. From parking your car to ordering your meal and accessing the internet, things are getting easier at the club with a focus on giving members and guests more time to spend enjoying themselves.

Club CEO Ian Mackay said a car park directional system, called Park Assist, has been installed at Woden with rave reviews from members. It lets members easily find available parking spots in the multi-level car park.

“We are putting things in place so that we can give members more time to enjoy themselves and less time being wasted on things such as looking for a parking space,” he said.

An easy order kiosk will also be up and running in March at the Woden venue and Snapper so you can skip the queue and order your meal quickly at these electronic kiosks.

Another improvement about to be launched is the ability to order your drinks at the same counter when placing your meal order. The Clubs investment in a new smarter till system has enabled these type of customer friendly time saving enhancements to be implemented.

Mr Mackay said a new “queue busting” service would also be implemented in March where staff using handheld tablets would hit the floor at all venues whenever a line to order became too long. They will

BETTER SERVICE

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WodenWedding ExpoAre you, or is someone you know planning a wedding? If so, the Southern Cross Club Wedding Expo on Sunday 20 March will showcase the services of some of the best suppliers from around the district as well as a fashion parade with wedding gowns, bridesmaids fashion and mother of the bride outfits all showcased. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience the décor and atmosphere that will make your day special. Come and meet our experienced team and let us help you plan your perfect wedding day.Parking SystemThe new parking system is now up and running, letting members know if there are available parks upon entry to the Club.A Taste of the Northern TerritoryOn Friday 15 April, we continue our “Tastes of” journey around Australia with the “Taste of the Northern Territory” Dinner. Keep an eye on our website for more details.

JamisonTrivia on WednesdayTrivia is coming to Jamison commencing 7.30pm Wednesday 16th March! With free entry, it’s a good opportunity to get a table of friends together and enjoy a great evening. First prize is a $50 voucher for food and beverages, second prize is a $30 food and beverage voucher and 2nd last prize $20 food & beverage voucher.

NEWS AROUND THE CLUBTuggeranongCasella Family Wine’s DinnerSavour amazing flavours over five delectable courses at the Casella Family Wine’s Dinner, on 10 March, with host Malcolm Stopp.Best of PeppercressAlthough Peppercress restaurant is closed for daily trade, you can still experience the Best of Peppercress on the last Friday of each month. The next dinner is on 29 April. To view the menu, visit our website. Book direct at the venue or call 6293 7200.

All VenuesBeer PricesOur beer suppliers have advised of a 4% price increase. We’ve tried to absorb this as much as possible, but you will see some slight price rises from 1 March.

Health ClubGet Fit FasterGet fit faster with our partner PT membership when you join with a friend. At only $35 per person per week and inclusive of 24 hour gym access plus a weekly personal training session for the two of you, this is a great opportunity to enjoy focussed training and get results. Terms and conditions apply. Visit schc.com.au, call us on 6283 7340 or drop in for the details.24/7 a successThe change to trading 24/7 has been a big hit with members. Join up now and enjoy the flexibility of training when you want to!

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CLUB NEWS

Yacht ClubClipp Bar Tab AppThe Yacht Club is proud to be the first venue in Canberra to use the bar tab app Clipp. The app allows users a fast and seamless way to pay their food and drink bill using their smartphone. Download the app from the relevant app store and try it today!Snapper Open Good Friday!Enjoy fresh fish and chips by the lake on Good Friday. We’ll be open at 8am for great coffee and serving fish and chips from 11am - 8pm.Sunday & Public Holiday SurchargeMembers please note that from 1 March, a surcharge of 7.5% will be levied at the Yacht Club Restaurant on Sundays and public holidays. This charge is to cover the additional staff wage costs on these days.Online ReservationsDuring March, we will be introducing an online booking system that allows members to book a table in the Yacht Club restaurant via our website.Hardy’s Wine Dinner with Glenn McGrath!On Tuesday 17 May, the Yacht Club will host the Hardy’s Wine dinner featuring Glenn McGrath, so keep an eye on the website and Facebook for when bookings open.Sushi Launched at SnapperEnjoy sushi at Snapper every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. With a range of options available including gluten free, vegetarian and the more traditional varieties it’s another great excuse to head down to the lake.Bathroom UpgradesThe downstairs bathroom facilities near Snapper will undergo renovations in mid to late June. We thank Members for their patience.

Wild OatsCongratulations to Deborah Southwell, winner of the trip to Hamilton Island. (Pictured with Tuggeranong Venue Manager Huw Bennett)

Cash Splash Congratulations to Ahn Nguyen, who won the Summer Cash Splash major prize of $50,000! (Pictured with Woden Venue Manager Matt Walshe)

Henry’s Colour In CompetitionCongratulations to our colour in competition winners for January:Sara Ingham, 11 – WodenImogen Bond, 5 – Tuggeranong Emma Joratsne , 7 – Jamison Each child won a Henry’s Party for 10.

WINNERS

To celebrate the installation of Solar pannels across our venues, you can WIN your own fully installed 3kW home solar system valued at almost $6000 thanks to Yingli Solar and Ygrene Energy.

Simply swipe your membership card at the Reward Centre at Woden,

POWER YOUR HOME WIN A HOME SOLAR SYSTEM

Tuggeranong and Jamison to receive one entry per day, or grab an entry form when you visit the Health Club. Place entry forms it in the marked barrels between 30 March and 30 April.

Full terms and conditions are available in venue

FUN AT HENRY’S

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Free Facepainting is Back!Keep the kids happy with free facepainting every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 5.30 -730pm at Woden, Tuggeranong and Jamison. Runs from Thursday 10 March to Saturday 28 May.

Win a FREE Kid’s PartyDon’t forget you could win a FREE Kids Party for 10 every month in our Henry’s colouring in competition. We’ve got the pencils, so come on in and colour in Kanga and her Joey to be in the running for a great prize!

Lah-Lah – Sing it LoudSing it Loud! Is the brand new live musical extravaganza from Lah-Lah’s Big Live Band. The stars of ABC KIDS will be playing up a storm in 2016 as they bring their biggest musical show ever to Canberra!FRIDAY 1 JULY WODEN | $23 - 10.30AM (Plus Ticketek booking fees)

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GIG GUIDEWho DateBelinda Carlisle & Pseudo EchoBelinda Carlisle returns to Australia with special guests, Pseudo Echo. Fans will enjoy her much loved hits from three decades and once again showcase why she is one of the most loved and successful female singers of her time.

WEDNESDAY 9 MARCH WODENSHOW | $75 - 8PM

DINNER & SHOW | $105 - 6PM (Plus booking fees)

Vegas Fever“Vegas Fever”, is based on sensational vocal tributes to the iconic Vegas artists, past and present, including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Elvis Presley, Cher and many more.

FRIDAY 18 MARCH WODENSHOW | $30 - 8PM

DINNER & SHOW | $60 - 6PM (Plus booking fees)

Ladies Day Get the girls together and enjoy the Ladies Day luncheon! Hosted on the third Tuesday of each month and featuring a two course meal, entertainment and prizes.

TUESDAY 15 MARCH WODEN Members $20Non Members $24 19 April, 17 May, 21 June

Thirsty MercThere is no better way for a hard working touring rock band to introduce their new single ‘The Grind’, than with a national tour. Lead singer Rai Thistlethwayte says “back to the Grind is going to be an unforgettable tour, we can feel it. We’ll be giving it our absolute ALL!”

THURSDAY 7 APRIl WODEN SHOW | $35 - 8PM (Plus booking fees)

Bizarre Gazzard The Bizarre Gazzard is a fully qualified clinical hypnotherapist and has over 10 years of stage experience as has his partner in crime, brilliantly funny stand up comedian and musician, Adam ‘Chicken’ Palmer.

FRIDAY 15 APRIL JAMISONSHOW | $27- 7.30PM

DINNER & SHOW | $52 - 6.30PM (Plus booking fees)

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BOOK NOW AT TICKETEK OR IN PERSON AT THE VENUE

Who DateShannon NollAustralia’s favourite son “Nollsie” has captured the hearts and minds of music fans around Australia and overseas with his raw, gifted rock voice.

FRIDAY 20 MAY WODENSHOW | $35- 8PM

DINNER & SHOW | $67 - 6PM (Plus booking fees)

Foster & AllenIreland’s most famous and successful duo return to Australia! Mick Foster and Tony Allen are celebrating their 40th Anniversary together in the music industry. They first toured Australia in 1983 and this will be their 19th trip down under.

FRIDAY 3 JUNE WODENSHOW | $52.90 - 7.30PM

DINNER & SHOW | $84.90 - 5.30PM (Plus booking fees)

Lah-Lah – Sing it Loud!Sing it Loud! Is the brand new live musical extravaganza from Lah-Lah’s Big Live Band. The stars of ABC KIDS will be playing up a storm in 2016 as they bring their biggest musical show ever to Canberra!

FRIDAY 1 JULY WODENSHOW | $23 - 10.30AM (Plus booking fees)

Galapagos DuckThe band began in the late 60’s while the members were engaged in a winter season at the New South Wales skiing resort ‘The Kosciusko Chalet” Since these humble beginnings the ‘Duck ‘, it has been suggested, has become the best known jazz band in Australia.

FRIDAY 21 JULY WODENSHOW | $29 - 8PM (Plus booking fees)

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THE PIONEER CLUBIf you like to meet new people, socialise and feel connected to the Canberra Southern Cross Club then the affiliated Pioneer Club is for you.

The Pioneer Club is welcoming new members to come and enjoy mingling with like minded people at its relaxed monthly luncheons.

Established in 1996 -1997, the Pioneer Club was set up by founding Canberra Southern Cross Club board members as they approached retirement as a way to ensure they kept in regular contact. Canberra Southern Cross Club members were invited to join and keep alive the friendships they had made through the club.

Pioneer Club convener Adrian Caddy said the only requirement for membership is to be a member of the Canberra Southern Cross Club.

He said the beauty of the luncheons is that they are simple affairs.

“It’s very low key,” Mr Caddy said.

“It’s an opportunity for people to sit down and have a quiet lunch in a nice friendly atmosphere and talk to each other.

Mr Caddy said the luncheon is held on the last Friday of every month from February to November with the Woden club usually hosting the event.

“Once or twice a year we also venture out on the MV Southern Cross for a pleasant two-hour cruise on Lake Burley Griffin,” he said.

Mr Caddy said the informal nature of the club, which is free of fees and obligations, had made it very popular, with about 60 members attending each month.

Members range from those in their 50s to some in their 90s and come from varying backgrounds.

Frank Boyle, a former CSCC director for 17 years, was one of the Pioneer Club’s founding members and still loves attending today.

“It’s a nice gathering of older members to socialise and enjoy a meal together,” he said.

“It’s an opportunity to meet like-minded people in about the same age group.”

To join the Pioneer Club or for more information contact Adrian Caddy at suade@bigpond.net.au

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Come and hear about our exciting new development

We’ve started planning for a new health and wellness entre, to open in early 2018 in the heart of Woden.

Come to our information session to hear early ideas for what the new centre might include, and share your views to help us design a centre that best meets member needs.

Tuesday 22 March | 7.30pmCorinna Room 2Woden Southern Cross Club, 92-96 Corinna Street, Phillip

The sessions will run for about 45 minutes and light refreshments will be served.

RSVP not required.

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