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K EL AB RENANG PUL AU P INA NG
PENANG
SWIMMING
CLUB
FOUNDED 1903
CLUB'S AGM 2019
SalamAidilfitri MAY
JUNE
2019
P ENANG S WI M M I N G C L U B MAIN COMMIT T E E 2018 /2019
517, Tanjung Bungah, 11200 Penang President : Lim Shin Lid
Tel: 04-890 7370 Fax: 04-890 3271 Vice President : Najieb Ariff
Honorary Secretary : Lim Khoon Seng
E-mail: info@penangswimmingclub.com
Honorary Treasurer : Lee Chee Lin
www.penangswimmingclub.com
Club Captain : Michael Cheong Zhi Xian
Committee Members : Lim Lay Looi Ng Chin-U
ADMI NI STRATI O N O F F I C E Ian Philip Peggs Yeoh Sung Shen
OP ERATI NG HO U R S Cheah Chin Teong Paul Thomas Harrison
Monday - Friday (9.00am - 6.00pm) Lee Aun Tiang
Saturday (9.00am - 1.00pm)
Sunday (Closed)
E L E CT ION COMMIT T E E
Dr Tan Kim Hor Valerie Chuah
PATRON Richard Chung Elaine Tan
T.Y.T. Yang Di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang Tun Dato’ Seri Utama Dato’ Dr Zaatar M Adel Low Mei Leng
(Dr) Haji Abdul Rahman Bin Haji Abbas
DMK, SMN, DUPN, SPDK, DP, DMPN, DJN
D ISCIP LINA RY COMMIT T E E
Chairman : John Heah Wee Theng
T RUSTEES
Committee Members : Ramsun Ho Chii Huey Dr Gopinathan A.
Y. Bhg. Dato’ Seri Zainol Abidin Bin Dato’ Hj Salleh
DGPN, DMPN, JSM Dato' Diljit Singh Dulku Tan Hooi Choo
D.S.P.N., DJN, PKT, PJK
Y. Bhg. Dato’ Mahinder Singh Dulku
DSPN, PKT
Y. Bhg. Dato’ Seri Nazir Ariff Bin Mushir Ariff D E VE LOP ME NT COMMIT T E E
DGPN, DMPN, DSPN, PKT, PJM, JP
Chairman : John Tan
Committee Members : Eric Chong San Dee Rethinam Pillay
CLUB MANAGEM ENT Ivan Tan Boon Guan Alvin Loh
GENERAL MANAGER Ramis Chandran
FINANCE MANAGER Ong Gaik Cheng L IBRA RY COMMIT T E E
F&B MANAGER Ibrahim Bin Kamarudin Lim Lay Looi (Molly) - Chairperson
CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARY Agnes Leow Lee Chee Lin Dr. Yoon Chee Kin
ADMIN EXECUTIVE Ann Tan Lee Cheng Tee Dr. Pamela Jean Sharpe
CHIEF SECURITY OFFICER Mohd Haikal Bin Abdullah Dr. Lim Shueh Lin Yeoh Sung Shen
HR EXECUTIVE Muhammad Izzat Bin Suhaimi
E D ITORIA L BOARD
SECTI ONS Editor : Lim Khoon Seng
ANGLING Boey Taik Hin | SAILING Manfred Wiedenmaier Members : Najieb Ariff Khor Siang Tatt
SCUBA Freddie McGuire | SWIMMING Francis Soo Chan Fai Keong
Advisor : Lim Shin Lid
Management : Ramis Chandran Adelyn Chew
GROUPS
Ann Tan
AEROBICS Mariam Harvey | DANCE SPORT Choy Kuan Seng
DARTS Yvonne Lim | KARAOKE Eric Lew INT E RNA L AUDITOR
SQUASH/RACQUETBALL Iain Pickett | TAEKWONDO Lim Peng Eng Jessie Chin
TAI CHI Colin Yu | TENNIS Tan Tian Heng
Opinions & views expressed in this issue do not necessarily reflect those of
YOGA Clara Ooi | YOUTH John Tan the Committee and the Editorial Board. The Editorial Board reserves the
right to reject or edit any contribution to the Newsletter. Articles, extracts
and notes published in this newsletter are strictly for members and not for
CONTENTS
public circulation.
06 16 22 28
Club Announcements Angling News Dance Sport News Tennis News
10 18 24 30
Club Happenings Sailing News Darts News Yoga News
15 20 26 31
Swimming News Scuba News Karaoke News Library News
22 27 32
Aerobics News Taichi News Calendar of Events
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“ Our members’ faith and trust in
me and in this Main Committee
have been encouraging and
definitely made it easier for the“
Club to progress.
PRESIDENTʼS
MESSAGE
I would like to express my gratitude to our members for their solidarity in the Main Committee and in the Club during my
support in making this year’s Patron’s Night a huge success. tenure, and it is my hope that this will endure. We are, after
It was indeed an honour and a privilege to welcome not only all, members of Penang Swimming Club, and we succeed or
our beloved Patron, the Governor of Penang, but also the fail as one.
Chief Minister of Penang to our Club for this occasion.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all members and
The recent renovation of the Club’s tennis courts has included friends who unequivocally supported me during my time as
the laying of our first-ever synthetic turf playing surfaces. President, my Main Committee and sub-committees who have
The response from our tennis players has been positive contributed selflessly, and to all the wonderful management
and I am sure that members will enjoy playing on the new and staff of our Club. This Main Committee will always have
courts. The refurbished Snake Temple has also reopened the Club’s best interests at heart, and I hope that members
with a new caterer, Pocorico. I am hoping members will will give their unwavering support to those in the current Main
provide feedback of their opinions and recommendations on Committee who choose to volunteer for future service at the
any possible improvements to the venue and/or catering. In upcoming Annual General Meeting. On a personal note, my
addition, we are anticipating the completion of the painting level of commitment to our Club over the past 2 years would
of the façade of our Club buildings in June. I am pleased to not have been possible without the love and understanding
announce that the Club has submitted our applications for from my wife and my two sons, and I thank them for their
alienation and conversion of our Temporary Occupation absolute support!
Licence of the boatyard land and also for the renewal of our
leasehold lands. I hope to see everyone at our Members’ Night and at our
Annual General Meeting in June. To all our Muslim members
This is my final President’s Message as my tenure shall be and friends, Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri! Before signing off
ending shortly. I am very touched by the well-wishes I have for the last time, let me thank all members for giving me the
been receiving from members over the past few weeks. Our great honour of allowing me to serve as your President!
members’ faith and trust in me and in this Main Committee
have been encouraging and definitely made it easier for
the Club to progress. Members must appreciate that our
Club practices democracy, and that it is not a must to have
concordance or uniformity in our opinions. Diversity of ideas
means members will occasionally disagree, and that is fine.
But, in the final analysis, there must be a sense of solidarity. Lim Shin Lid
I am glad to have seen an increasing sense of unity and President
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We had a great and productive
year, and continue to make
good progress in upgrading“
our facilities.
EDITOR'S
NOTE
To all our Muslim members, families and friends, we wish you Pool area. Slope protection at the Sea Front mitigates the
ponding problem on wet days, renewal of pumping units for
Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri. our Swimming Pool ensures supply of clean and filtered sea
On April 12, The Patron’s Night, the Club members warmly water to our swimming pool, the resurfacing of the Tennis
welcomed our Patron, YAB Tun Dato’ Seri Utama (Dr.) Haji Courts, repair of Ramp at the Boat Yard, and, still in progress,
Abdul Rahman Bin Haji Abbas and YAB Toh Puan Datin Seri a new coat of paint for a face lift to our Club.
Majimor Bt. Shariff, together with YAB Tuan Chow Kon Yeow,
Chief Minister of Penang, and YB Tuan Zairil Khir Johari, YB I wish to hereby acknowledge the many feedbacks, comments,
Tuan Soon Lip Chee and YB Tuan Joseph Ng. It was a gala, an advice from members both on the Nautilus, and also on other
enjoyable and memorable evening for all. issues in the Club. This has been most helpful in our work and
decision making, I especially appreciate the support, goodwill
This has been an active year for the Club, with excellent turn and friendship. Thank you.
outs for events such as the New Year Countdown, Lunar
New Year, Hari Raya, and Deepavali Celebration, Lighting of This is the last edition of Nautilus for this Term 2018/19, and
Christmas Tree. Not to forget the Swimming Carnival, and I wish to convey my gratitude to members of the Editorial
Scuba Carnival, and many more. Our Swimmers has done us Board, staff and the Publisher for their diligence and untiring
proud this year by emerging number one in competition in the efforts in the production of this newsletter. It has been a
PASA Swimming Championship, by winning both the Chief great team effort, and thank you, what a joy working together
Minister’s Challenge Trophy, and the President’s Challenge with all of you.
Trophy. Unfortunately, the scope this simple Note does not
permit me to share with you many more activities from other
sporting section and group.
Overall for the Club, we had a great and productive year, and
continue to make good progress in upgrading our facilities.
We have completed the Rock Embankment which provides
enhanced protection to our sea fronts, ending many decades Lim Khoon Seng
of anxiety over the safety (from the sea) at our Swimming Editor
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“ Wishing all Muslim Staff &
Members Selamat Berpuasa “
and 'Salam Ramadhan'
GMʼS
MESSAGE
Here at The Club, we pride ourselves on the great service we and produced when requested by an authorised employee or
deliver all year round. Integral to this trait are the many great official of the Club.
men and women who work tirelessly both frontline and behind
the scenes. Retaining these dedicated staff has become one (b) Periodic gate checks shall be carried out when determined
of The Club’s priorities in the face of a highly competitive by the General Manager and any member not in possession
job market. By now, you would have received a letter on the of his membership card shall notify the checking officials or
Annual Staff Party Fund with your May statement. Thank employee of his name, his account number and the reason for
you so much to those who have already contributed, we are not being able to produce it.
sincerely grateful for your generosity.
(c) Membership cards are not transferable
The Club’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) is scheduled for
Sunday, June 30th. The AGM is the forum where Members We practice a zero-tolerance policy for trespassing:
make pertinent decisions about the future of The Club.
As we head towards this date, you will receive several key Any non-members, including terminated and suspended
notices and the Preliminary Notice has already been sent and members who are not signed in as guests and unaccompanied
includes the 2018 AGM minutes and Annual Report. by Club members, shall be considered trespassers.
The palates shall be challenged with the opening of snake Wishing all Muslim Staffs and Members Selamat Berpuasa
temple in recent months. We are looking forward to the and 'Salam Ramadhan'.
choices in the menu being enhanced. Your feedback please:
gm@penangswimmingclub.com
To preserve the exclusivity of our membership and upkeep
security to safeguard members’ interests, our security staff
will be conducting 100% membership checks. We would like
to remind members of By-Law 10:
(a) Membership cards shall be issued for the identification of Ramis Chandran
members and should be carried whilst on the Club premises General Manager
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Club Announcements
ELECTION OF NEW MEMBERS 14 MAR 2019
OTM & AM JM
Liew Choy Tuck & Wong Mei Fun & Chew Suen Wei & Arshiana R Sharmma
Liu Misa Ooi Khian Keat Neoh Zi Ying
Dr. Lim Su Hong & Wan Hasnida Binti Lee Amber Wanye Sky Chia
Tan Cheng Wee Wan Shuib
Christopher Tan Aik Wei Chan Tze Hsien Goh Heng Heang Soon Qiao Jun
Low Jun Hao Ooi Chee Ming Teh Boon Gee Chiew Yan Yu
Nicholas Ong Chern Shung Wong Sze Tyen
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Club Announcements
18 APR 2019
OTM & AM JM
Lee Jin Keat & Pham Nhu Quynh & Dylan Chan Jiunn Wei Lee Xiao Ning, Cherilin
Ong Poh Yen Ong Chong Buan
Teh Kang Ling & Law Peir Ing & Lee Xiao Xu Alexis Ooi Yuu Lii
Chow Chooi Lan Khoo Seng Lim
Koe Yu Li Lilian Khaw May Lynn Cheah Zhi Ning Chuah Yi Xuan
Daniel Khoo Lai Hin Kok Siew Tin Khaw Shun Wye Priscilla Lee Xinyi
Tan Pei Sung
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Club Announcements
MEMBERSHIP STATISTICS
Membership Figures As At 31 March 2019
TYPE OF MEMBERSHIP ACTIVE ABSENT TOTAL
Patron / Hon. Members 20 0 20
Ordinary Transferable Members 4633
- Pending for Election (NormalTransfer) 25 672 5350
- Pending for Election (JM Conversion) 20
Ordinary Members 3 2 5
Unattached Lady Members 1 1 2
Term Members 1 1 3
- Pending for Election (JM Conversion) 1
Junior Members 270 76 380
- Pending for Election 34
Associate Members 1914 137 2081
- Pending for Election 30
TOTAL 6952 889 7841
INCOME & EXPENDITURE STATEMENT
For The Financial Year Ended 31 March 2019 (unaudited)
31/3/2019 31/3/2018
(UNAUDITED) (AUDITED)
INCOME RM RM
Subscriptions 3,846,928 3,884,254
Bar profits 176,586 69,887
Restaurant commission 450,959 353,132
Slot machine profits 1,281,889 1,131,619
Interest from fixed deposits 922,213 886,884
Transfer/registration fees 699,452 562,000
Sundry revenue 148,071 161,637
7,526,098 7,049,413
EXPENDITURE EXCLUDING DEPRECIATION
Staff cost 3,569,132 3,333,734
Utilities & services 1,229,432 1,193,363
Repairs & maintenance 776,147 707,801
Entertainment 228,939 217,555
Club events and functions 157,252 86,947
Sections and groups activities 236,664 284,244
Administration expenses 448,570 375,346
Rates, taxes & insurance 300,477 319,061
6,946,613 6,518,051
SURPLUS FOR THE YEAR BEFORE DEPRECIATION 579,485 531,362
Depreciation of property, plant & equipment 1,084,821 1,093,335
DEFICIT FOR THE YEAR AFTER DEPRECIATION (505,336) (561,973)
Taxation (230,279) (202,503)
DEFICIT AFTER DEPRECIATION & TAXATION (735,615) (764,476)
FIXED DEPOSITS AT BANKS 21,808,275 22,835,569
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Club Announcements
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Club Announcements
Proposal under Rule 34 (h)
Members who have any proposal to make for the consideration
of the House are advised to submit their proposal, duly
ANNUAL signed by not less than two Ordinary Members or Ordinary
Transferable Members, to the Honorary Secretary by 29th
May 2019 (Wednesday) 6.00pm.
GENERAL Nomination for Election
MEETING Nomination Forms duly signed by the Proposer and Seconder
and countersigned by the candidate indicating his consent
2019 must be received by the Club at least fourteen (14) days
before the date set for the AGM, i.e. by 15th June 2019
(Saturday) 1.00pm.
30 JUNE 2019 (SUNDAY) • 2:30PM (REGISTRATION @ 1:30PM) • MPH, LEVEL 14
Club Happenings
ANNUAL
STAFF
PARTY
The Annual Staff Party was held at the Evergreen Laurel
Hotel, Georgetown, Penang on 30 April 2019. The night’s
Master of Ceremony was Faiz and our party kicked off at
7.30pm with speeches delivered by our Vice President Mr.
Najieb Ariff, followed by our President, Lim Shin Lid.
It was “Glitz and Glam” as the Theme of the Night and in the judges’ criteria and with several good performances,
the staff looked glamorous and amazing in their various the judges had a hard time picking the winners.
glittering and shining attires.
The contest was won by Sarani Ghazali, Ann Tan was the
The dinner began after the Main Committee members runner-up and third placing went to Musri Mustafa. Abdul
popped confetti and staff were treated to a fabulous buffet Rahim and Muhd Syam received consolation prizes.
spread accompanied by music and songs performed by the
“Heart Desire” band. Next was the presentation for the prize winners for the most
fishes caught during this year's fishing competition. Ismail
The excitement began with the Staff Karaoke Competition. Char was the winner followed by runner-up Saad Bin Awang
As with the PSC Idol Competition, song choice featured highly and 3rd placing went to Delowar. The winners for the heaviest
catch was Muhd Sharul, Mohd Fozi was the runner-up and in
| 10Club Happenings
The following staff received their awards:
NAME OF STAFF DEPARTMENT AWARD
Ismail Bin Man Security Long Service (10 Years)
Abdul Latiff Security Long Service (10 Years)
Chan Hong Chee F&B Long Service (20 Years)
Aryanti Bt Ahmad F&B Best Female Employee of the year
Shafiq (BCS) F&B Best Male Employee of the year
Abd Rahim F&B Nominee : Employee of the year
Rosmin FAC Nominee : Employee of the year
Chin Foong Siew ADM Nominee : Employee of the year
Ismail Bin Char HSK Nominee : Employee of the year
Tan Choo Heng FAC Special Appreciation
Lim Boon Lee FAC Special Appreciation
Liu Qingru FAC Special Appreciation
3rd place was Jamil Char. For the Darts Competition, the
winners were Abd Latiff (1st), Tan Kai Ti (2nd) and Nurul Amin
(3rd).
In between entertainment breaks and prize presentations,
staff participated in party games such as “Kissing the cups”
and “Newspaper Game”.
It was fun when the Master of Ceremony requested
participants of the “Best Dressed Staff” contest to perform
on stage. The “Best Dressed Male” was won by Musri Mustafa
from Maintenance Department and the “Best Dressed
Female” was Sumathi from F&B Department.
Last but not least, was the highly anticipated Lucky Draws.
The main prize winner of RM 1,000 cash was Mohd Hamdi
while 3 other staff namely Khairul, Sumon and Mashita won
the remaining consolation cash prizes.
It was an exciting evening, and the Management and Staff
would like to thank Club members, vendors and suppliers
for their kind contribution and support in making the Staff
Annual Dinner a great event.
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PATRON’S
NIGHT
Patron’s Night was held on Friday, April 12, 2019 at our Multi-
Purpose Hall on Level 14. Cocktails and finger food were
served at 7.30pm to members and guests while awaiting
for the arrival of our Honourable Guests, His Excellency Tun
Dato’ Seri Utama (Dr.) Haji Abdul Rahman Bin Haji Abbas and
Toh Puan Dato’ Seri Utama Hajah Majimor Binti Shariff. Many
of the attendees were dressed in their colourful Batik, Baju
Melayu, Kebayas and Baju Kurung respectively.
Our Guests of Honour, YAB Tun Dato’ Seri Utama (Dr.) Haji
Abdul Rahman Bin Haji Abbas and YAB Toh Puan Datin Seri
Majimor Bt. Shariff arrived at 9pm and officiated the event
which commenced with the broadcast of the National and
State Anthems respectively. Also in attendance, YAB Tuan
Chow Kon Yeow, Chief Minister of Penang, YB Tuan Zairil
Khir Johari, YB Tuan Soon Lip Chee and YB Tuan Joseph Ng.
Dancers from Jabatan Kebudayaan then held the attention
of all present with their performances while the traditional
Malay Banquet Dinner were being served.
| 12Club Happenings
Thereafter, the Northern Jazz Unit, a 5-piece band with a
Saxophonist at the lead, entertained diners with soothing
jazz numbers.
The programme also included Karaoke performances by two
Club Members, namely Encik Ismail Baba and Mr Kevin Lowe.
At around 10pm, our TYT was invited to present Certificate
of Achievements to the Swimming Section swimmers, Tennis
Group as well as Mr Freddie McGuire, the Chairman of Scuba
Section. A surprise Birthday cake was presented to our TYT
after the Awards Presentation.
At 11pm the event drew to a close with the departure of our
Guests of Honour. Our Club would like to thank our TYT, Toh
Puan, the Chief Minister and our three YBs as well for taking
time off their busy schedules to grace the event.
| 13Club Happenings
TUE - FRI
4pm - 12am
Last Order: 11.30pm
SAT & SUN
10am - 12am
Last Order: 11.30pm
SNAKE TEMPLE
The reopening on 6th April 2019 was graced by members of
the Main Committee.
REOPENING The new space showcases a 'soft & alluring' colour scheme,
new furniture, new floors and a repositioning of the retaurant's
elements, giving the interiors an impressively refreshing
Located near the Swimming Pool and landscaped with a atmosphere. These new changes represent the evolution of
panoramic sea view, the Snake Temple Restaurant & Bar is a Snake Temple.
great place to unwind with family and friends over great food.
It is best known for its delicious Classic Burgers and noodles; We wanted to focus on creating a place that was more than
foods that define the lifestyle you live. just convenient. We want the Snake Temple to be a destination
offering varieties of delicious food with an atmosphere to
match. As part of the introductory period we have an exciting
ongoing promotion of 20% discount on all POCORICO
FOOD from 1st May to 30th June 2019.
We hope members can give their full support. Do drop by to
try out their YUMMY BURGERS, created by the chef himself
from fresh and natural ingredients and also other varieties of
food.
AM BUR
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DISC
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Enjoy 20 % discount
off all POCORICO FOOD
(Available 1st May - 30th June)
| 14Swimming News
SPORTEXCEL / MILO / NSC / ASUM
JUNIOR SWIMMING
CIRCUIT 2019 - 1ST LEG
Contributed by: Samantha Lim
Our club sent a total of 24 swimmers to Shah Alam to take part
GIRLS GROUP 4
in the 1st leg of SPORTEXCEL / MILO / NSC / ASUM JUNIOR
SWIMMING CIRCUIT. Under the leadership of our team
YEOH YUN XUAN manager Marco Wong and the guidance of our chaperons,
100M Breaststroke GOLD we enjoyed the meals and the stay during our time there.
50M Breaststroke SILVER Furthermore, we want to thank Coach Liu for her dedication
which contributed to the swimmers’ excellent results.
EUNICE YAP KE YING
50M Backstroke BRONZE Once again, despite being one of the smallest team
throughout Malaysia, our swimmers did not fail to make PSC
proud again. This meet attracts a total of 1180 swimmers
CHONG SZE YING nationwide with 43 clubs registered. With a small team of 24,
100M Breaststroke SILVER we were able to deliver a total of 5 gold, 4 silver and 6 bronze
50M Butterfly BRONZE and emerge 5th in the overall ranking. Well done, swimmers!
GIRLS GROUP 3
OON BRANDWEN
100M Breaststroke BRONZE
50M Breaststroke SILVER
GIRLS GROUP 2
JESSELYN LIM LI XIN
50M Butterfly SILVER
100M Butterfly BRONZE
BOYS GROUP 2
CHRIS CHEW VI MIN
50M Backstroke BRONZE “WE MAY NOT
50M Butterfly GOLD
100M Butterfly GOLD HAVE QUANTITY,
100M Freestyle GOLD BUT WE CERTAINLY
50M Freestyle GOLD
50M Breaststroke BRONZE
HAVE QUALITY.”
| 15Angling News
The initial inertia was perturbing, but as mid morning
ANNUAL approached, the momentum quickened and the Marshall was
kept active recording increasing numbers of weigh-ins and
FISHING heavier catches. It was sheer coincidence that at 11.35am,
Beh Ping Seng and Danny Lee simultaneously approached
the Marshall’s table with their respective catches, which
COMPETITION ultimately led to Beh Ping Seng taking the 2nd prize and
Danny Lee being confirmed the champion of the “Angler of
the Day (Open Event).” Leong Siew Chan, who for some time
3 MAR 2019 had held onto 3rd place, was eventually displaced by Helen
Contributed by: Victoria Labrooy Low, about 30 minutes before the competition ended.
The eagerly anticipated Angling Fishing Competition was At 1.00pm the siren signalled the conclusion of the 4 hour
upon us - the auspicious day promising the Anglers “D” final competition, with the following results:
chance to clinch a prize or even walk off with the much coveted
“Champion Angler of the Day (Open Event)” award. As usual, ANGLER OF THE DAY (OPEN EVENT)
the participants arrived early to reserve their preferred Champion Danny Lee
positions, pick out the famed spots and get set with their rod, 1st Runner up Beh Ping Seng
line and special recipe baits, ready for the cast out at the blast 2nd Runner up Helen Low
of the siren.
POSITION CHILDREN CATEGORY LADIES CATEGORY MEN CATEGORY
1st Selene Cheah Leong Siew Chan Cheah Yew Wee
2nd Audrey Ung Hui Xuan Lim Suan Lin Ong Yong Kit
3rd Amy Ung Hui Wen Chong Chok Moy, Koko Ung Taik Aik
4th Jolene Cheah Cecilia Ho Boey Taik Hin
5th Jeslene Cheah Michelle Oh Loo Joo Aun
ANNUAL PRIZE
PRESENTATION
DINNER
16 MAR 2019
The Angling Section Annual Prize Presentation Dinner has
always been an evening to commemorate our magnanimous
Donors and Sponsors, who have so generously supported
our Section, and helped turn events into memorable
achievements for the champions and other prize winners of
the various competitions held throughout the year. We were greatly honoured by the presence of our Club
President Mr. Lim Shin Lid, Mr. Ooi Theng Chee, Mr. Ung Peng
Joo and Mr. Danny Lee and their charming wives. However
we regretfully missed the presence of Dato’ Mahinder Singh,
Club VP Encik Najieb Ariff, Mrs. Amara Loh and Mr. Chan Kean
Hin; who were unable to attend due to prior commitments.
The evening commenced with speeches from our Angling
Chairman and Club President, followed by an 8-course
dinner, interspersed with the presentation of trophies and
prizes. The Angling Committee wishes to thank the Members,
Donors and Sponsors for a successful and enjoyable evening.
Our heartiest congratulations to the champions and winners,
and to those who did not win any prizes - better luck for
2019/2020!
| 16Angling News
there no Whiting but the sea seemed devoid of any fish. Even
PULAU TIKUS the familiar Gelama was markedly absent. Also unexpected
was the high number of jelly fish floating in the waters, and
OFFSHORE the occasional catch of Duri, Tripod (aka ikan Lembu) and
octopus.
FISHING As a last attempt, we asked Basri to take the Rescue boat
farther out to sea, and it was only when we arrived in this
31 MAR 2019 deeper water, that we heard an elated cry from Koko - she
had caught the elusive Whiting. Meanwhile, onboard Angler
Although it rained heavily the evening prior, the morning of VIII, Alex had also managed to catch Whiting. At the close of
Sunday March 31st seemed ideal for an offshore fishing trip. competition, the results were apparent - Alex & his Team D
With all participants split into 4 Teams, and safely on board, emerged champion whilst Koko & her Team A took 2nd place;
the four PSC boats promptly set out to the vicinity of Pulau their catches of the much treasured Whiting being 114gms
Tikus Island, for the final offshore fishing competition of the and 64gms respectively.
year. As it was the season for Whiting, the winners of the
day’s team competition were to be selected from the highest One can safely claim that the offshore fishing trip of
average total weight of Whiting caught by the team. 31/3/2019 was the most disappointing of all trips.
Out at sea, the anchors did not remain long in the water, as
all four boats were constantly changing locations in search of
Whiting. It was unusual, something was amiss, not only was
| 17Sailing News
The sailing section organized a beach carnival event on the
SAILING SECTION 2nd of March where about 80 members turned up for the
event. The event kicked off with a morning demonstration
BEACH from the PSC Dragon Boat team, followed by a sail boat-ride
event where members were brought along for a joyride on
CARNIVAL
the catamaran. After lunch, members were treated to power
boat rides and kayak activities. In the late afternoon, the PSC
dragon boat team demonstrated their rowing skills through
Contributed by: Scott Ong a rowing tug-of-war. The event ended with a highly spirited
dinner.
WATER
SKIING
COURSE
The water-skiing course was held on the weekend of 9th and
10th of March, where 6 members participated in the course.
This was a beginner to advance level course conducted by
our section members - Paul and Diane Fenelley, who are
instructors of the British Water-Skiing Federation.
| 18Sailing News
INTRODUCTION TO
SAILING
COURSE
The section has held yet another introduction to sailing
course during the weekends of 16th, 17th and 23rd, 24th of
March. The 'Learn to Sail' course is an introductory course for
beginners, comprising theory and practical skills needed to
operate a single-sail dinghy. The course is ideal for members
wishing to take up sailing as a hobby or competitive sport.
The members who completed the course are Denyse Jones, The section would like to thank John Ensor for standing in to
Kang Pei Shern, Kang Yue Shern, Sinan, Phoon Chee Wai and conduct the course in the absence of Coach Fred.
Ashley.
BOAT HANDLING
COURSE
The section organized its first boat handling course on
the weekends of 30th and 31st March, where 20 members
participated. The objective of the course is to introduce
members to handling power boats safely. Skills learnt during
the course includes navigation, mooring, anchoring, beaching,
knots knowledge and boat safety.
The section would like to thank Paul Fenelley, Tony Reale and
Coach Fred for conducting the course.
| 19Scuba News
The trainee ocean divers’ open-water assignment will be held
SCUBA at Pulau Payar on the 20th and 21st April 2019. There were
about 18 scuba section members joining the trip on a fun
dive, at the same time to support the spirit of the dive with
SECTION friends from BSAC 225.
NEWS The year is fast approaching to a close for the term 2018-2019
and the Scuba Section Annual General Meeting is scheduled
on Sunday, 18 May 2019 followed by a dinner at the MPH,
Contributed by: Karen Thong Level 14. All members are encouraged to attend the meeting
to share and be actively involved in the activities organised
It was a great fun dive trip with good weather and visibility by the Section. Simultaneously, this will foster a closer
for 7 members who came back from the Live-on-Board to relationship among members and understanding between
Similan, Phuket 4D3N on 22 February 2019. First timers get fellow seniors and new members.
the experience of living on board. Though the trip is short but
memorable, as Similan Islands is well known for its best dive
site in Thailand.
Another group of 13 members went on a fun dive to
Tulamben, Bali 5D4N on 23 March 2019. It consisted mainly of
shore dives (morning, afternoon and night dives) and a 1-day
boat dive. Beautiful Balinese style accommodation and local
cuisines were served. Overall, the dive trip was well planned
and successful even with some poor visibility. The wonderful
part is when the dive master threw in a BBQ feast and a
sight-seeing trip to Kuta Beach which was not included in the
itinerary.
| 20Scuba News
Swimming
(2D1N)
20-21 Open-water assignment at
April 2019 Pulau Payar & fun dive
18 Annual General Meeting
May 2019
Our training lessons are on every Saturday morning and
Wednesday night.
You can collect your membership application forms at the
Main receptionist, Level 6 or contact our Hon. Secretary. For
more information please refer to our Scuba Section Notice
Board.
| 21Aerobics News
AEROBICS GROUP
AGM / ANNUAL
DINNER 2019
Contributed by: Mariam Harvey
The Aerobics Group held their AGM/Annual Dinner on
Friday, 22nd March at Level 14, MPH2. The meeting went
smoothly without a hitch after which a delectable 8-course
dinner was served. We had a huge party with everyone
enjoying themselves to the max. All our instructors banded
together to keep us moving and grooving and we danced
the night away under their direction whilst tucking into the
delicious food. The end result of the whole meeting and
partying was that everyone was in agreement that they truly The following members were elected into office for the new
enjoyed the classes organised by the Committee. It was a term 2019/2020.
fun night for all and we hope that the coming year is going
to be even better. AEROBICS GROUP AGM 2019
Group Chairman : Mariam Harvey
Secretary : Tan Swee Nee
Treasurer : Alison Lim
Committee : Chng Kee Hiang, Chin Le Na,
Members Dolly Lim and Juliana Lim.
We thank Boey Taik Hin and Jenny Lim for their dedication
and support for the last 3 years.
Dance Sport News
MILONGA
WORKSHOP
Contributed by: Josephine Cheang
The Dance Sport Group organised the Milonga Workshop on
Sunday, 17 March 2019 at the Level 1 dance studio, which was
attended by 16 members, and conducted by Mr Chan Soon
Tat.
According to Wikipedia, “Milonga dance incorporates the
same basic elements as Tango but with a greater relaxation
of legs and body. Movement is normally faster and is usually
a kind of rhythmic walking with a more humorous and rustic
style in contrast to the serious and dramatic Tango.”
All attendees had a fruitful and enjoyable afternoon learning
the basics of this new dance.
| 22Dance Sport News
GRAND THEME NIGHT –
WILD HAVANA
NIGHT
9 MAR 2019
Contributed by: Josephine Cheang
About 170 members and guests turned up in their finery for
Dance Sport Group’s Grand Theme Night held on Saturday, 9
March 2019, for another fun-filled night of non-stop dancing
and revelry.
Themed “Wild Havana Night”, most of the ladies were attired
in bright, colourful, tropical colours, with one or two sporting
turban-like headgear Cuban-style.
Club President, Mr Lim Shin Lid and his charming wife, Yu
Hsin, the Club Captain, Mr Michael Cheong were invited
to grace this exciting occasion and after short speeches by
Dance Sport Treasurer, Mr S J Ewe and President, Mr Lim,
the party got underway, with an 8-course dinner served,
accompanied by fine wines.
Guests eagerly awaiting the Highlights of the evening,
were not disappointed. All were all agog when Belly Dance
instructor, Ms Serene Keng, gyrated, shimmied and shook in
her glittering costumes, raising the evening’s temperature a
notch or two.
Not to be outdone, the teenaged pair of Yee Wen and
Amanda from Danz Club, showed off amazing moves and
fancy footwork, performing the highly energetic Paso Doble, Lucky draws of bottles of red and white wine were won by 12
Samba and Cha Cha. tables and 6 lucky individuals went home happily with cash
vouchers.
Music from the band had everyone burning the floor cha
cha-ing, waltzing and twisting all night long. During band It was indeed a night to remember, a fitting culmination of
intervals, the line dancers had their chance with nifty numbers DSG’s entertainment programme for the current term.
like The Eurodance and Good Golly Miss Molly.
| 23Darts News
DARTS ANNUAL The resumption brought about performances that had a
familiar look to them, with both of the 2018 Champions, Siong
MEN’S & and Michelle, looking strong.
Both finals were the “best of 5 legs”.
LADIES 2019 In the Ladies final, Michelle defeated “dark horse” Marie 3 - 1.
The Men’s final resulted in Siong defeating Piao 3 – 0.
INDIVIDUAL Both Champions retain their titles.
CHAMPIONS FINAL RESULTS MEN LADIES
COMPETITION
Contributed by: Tony Morley
2019 Champion
Runner Up
Chuah Su Aik(Siong)
Piao
Michelle Chiam
Marie Boudville
Joint 3rd Tony Yvonne
Sunday 17th March gave us the Men’s and Ladies Individual
Joint 3rd Yeoh Loh May Ling
Darts Annual Competition.
In an “open draw” knock out competition, the darters Congratulations to our Champion darters on their “repeat”
competed in 501 (best of 3 legs) contests. performance, and commiserations to the Runners Up.
Round 1 completed, and with 50% of players eliminated, Both Champions Trophies will be presented to the winners at
high tea was served, giving qualifiers time to relax before the the Group Annual Dinner on 30th March.
Competition began to intensify.
DARTS GROUP
20TH AGM
30 MAR 2019
Due to traffic congestion, resulting in members arriving late,
the 2019 AGM was called to order, by Chairman A.D. Morley,
at the delayed time of 7.20pm.
In welcoming members, the Chairman stated that he did not
intend to elaborate on the Darts Group activities during the
past 12 months, as they were detailed in the Annual Report.
Neither did he wish to dwell on the problems surrounding
certain aspects of the Club’s operations, which inevitably
would have a “knock on” effect on some, or all, S & G. Rather,
he wished to use the “Opening Address”, in this, his 9th and
final, chairing of a Darts AGM, to acknowledge those who
DARTS GROUP AGM 2019 had assisted over his years of tenure.
Chairperson : Yvonne J. Lim First to be mentioned were “those often forgotten”, the
catering and bar staff, especially Areyenti and Hossain - for
Hon. Treasurer : Lim Beng Kok (André) their efficient service, especially at the SeaFront during Inter
Club Darts Matches.
Hon. Secretary : Blunden Joseph Butt
He thanked ex President K. H. Chan and previous Darts
Darts Captain : Devyn Khoo Group Chairmen, Beh Ping Seng and Ian Nicholas, for their
assistance and advice, after his unexpected “mid-term”
Committee : Michael Chong, appointment in early 2011.
Members Lilian Ng Bee Tin,
Kung Chew Soon Also, Darts Committee members, past, and particularly, the
present, for their integrity and best endeavours on behalf of
the Group.
| 24Darts News
Finally, the “social” Darts members, for their continued
support of the Group.
He ended by saying that he had faith that incoming
members, forming a new Darts Committee later in the
evening, would always keep in mind the difference between • To receive, consider & adopt the Annual Group Accounts
authority and responsibility. for the Year Ended 31st March 2018.
• To elect office bearers for 2019-20.
Moving on:
In what was a surprisingly quick election process, the
• To confirm and adopt the Minutes of the 19th AGM. following were nominated/proposed and seconded, and
• To receive, consider & adopt the Annual Report 2018-19. hence duly elected.
DARTS GROUP who, in the previous 12 months, had represented PSC in
ANNUAL
Inter-Club Matches, and also gave his best wishes to the
newly elected Darts Committee.
DINNER With the pre dinner formalities complete, there was
relaxed atmosphere, heightened by sponsored wines and
“discounted” beers, subsidised by arrangement with the
A brief interval followed the Darts Group AGM, during which outgoing Darts Committee members.
period announcements were made introducing guests, M C
Members and Group Trophy Sponsors. Unfortunately, two Dinner commenced amidst an increasing volume of
of the Trophy Sponsors (Mr. See Ewe Lin [Men’s Trophy - “darts” and other banter, and the expectancy of the
Annual Comp] and Mr. Ian Nicholas [4Some Winning Team]) Prize Presentation, during dinner, enhanced the “party”
were unable to attend due to prior commitments. atmosphere.
This was followed by a short address by Club President Lim During dinner, the Prize Presentation took place, as detailed
Shin Lid, in which he congratulated those darters present, below:-
COMPETITION SPONSOR PRESENTED BY WINNERS
Doubles Competition K.H.Chan K.H.Chan Jenny Beh & Chuah Su Aik (Siong)
Tuesday League Champion Allan Cheah Allan Cheah Heng Wooi Piao
Tuesday League “Novelty” Scores Allan Cheah Allan Cheah 20 Individual Awards
Annual Competition - Ladies Teow Sieng Nam Teow Sieng Nam Michelle Chiam
Annual Competition - Men's See Ewe Lin Teow Sieng Nam Chuah Su Aik (Siong)
“Foursome” Team Competition Ian Nicholas VP Najieb Ariff Tony (Capt.), Michelle,
Victoria LaBrooy, Dr. Hardev,
Kung Chew Soon
Most Improved Player 2018-19 Walvin LaBrooy
With the presentation finished, and with members in a drew towards its conclusion. But like all good times, the
“mischievous” jovial mood, calls were made for incoming evening began to gradually “wind down” around 11.00pm.
Darts Chairperson, Yvonne J. Lim, to say a few words on
behalf of the new Darts Committee. The Darts Group Committee wishes to thank the members,
guests and sponsors for, once again, making the Darts
Yvonne responded by saying she hoped that all members, Annual Dinner a relaxed, enjoyable and successful evening.
MC invitees and Sponsors were enjoying the evening. She Added thanks to outgoing Darts Committee members
thanked the outgoing Darts Committee for their tireless for their efforts on the evening, especially the ladies,
work over recent years, and said she was confident that the Victoria LaBrooy, Jenny Lee, Michelle Chiam, plus incoming
new Committee would continue similarly, and also hoped to Chairperson, Yvonne, who took charge of the organising and
introduce new Competition formats. care of attendees with complete efficiency.
After a round of applause for Yvonne, and further drinks
were ordered, the volume of chatter increased as dinner
| 25Karaoke News
KARAOKE
ANNUAL
DINNER
Contributed by: Betsy Ong
The opening performance by a group of our club’s line
dancers to the song “Rasa Sayang” set the mood for
an evening of singing and dancing on 24 March 2019.
Ladies came in their sarong kebayas, sarees, cheongsams,
Punjabi suits and glittery evening gowns while a handful
of gentlemen came in their Baju Melayus complete with
songkoks. The theme for the Karaoke Annual Dinner was
actually 'what Malaysians wear'. Whatever they wore, they
were on the floor most of the time, dancing.
Besides good wishes and hugs, 21 members born in
the months of February and March received an angpow
each which, if wishes come true could make them instant
millionaires! However, the biggest excitement and
anticipation was on the lucky draws which everybody would
have won something.
Sadly, a few came in late after the lucky draw box was
closed. Prizes worth RM30-80 in club coupons were given
out. Everyone went home happy and as one member
remarked, “what is there to complain when nobody goes
home empty handed and the food is not bad”.
The committee wishes to thank the Club President, Vice
President, Hon Treasurer and their lovely spouses for
gracing the function. Appreciation also goes to the Line
dancers from the DSG for the opening performance and
leading other enthusiastic line dancing lovers on the floor.
KARAOKE
AGM
At the AGM on 14 April, the following were elected into the
committee for the term 2019/2020:
KARAOKE GROUP AGM 2019
Convenor : Eric Lew Woo Sang
Hon. Secretary : Devyn Khoo
Hon. Treasurer : Victoria Labrooy Eric & team would like to welcome Victoria and Sharon, and
thank Michael Quah, Elaine Tan and Jennifer Cheah for their
Committee : Amy Karn, Rachel Tan, contributions.
Members Valerie Chuah, Betsy Ong
We wish Elaine a speedy recovery from her health condition.
and Sharon Wong.
| 26Taichi News
TAICHI
ANNUAL
DINNER
Contributed by: Colin Yu
On 23rd March 2019, the Tai Chi Group held its annual event
highlighted by a wushu demonstration and a dinner.
The wushu demonstration was performed by a group of
exponents whose skills belied their ages. They were young
teenage students from the State sponsored Wushu Academy
that over the years have produced winners in international
wushu competitions.
The disciplines performed included nanquan (southern fist),
taijiquan, cangquan (long fist), taijijian, lance, broad sword,
etc. Being state sponsored, the academy uses the Youth and
Sports Complex opposite USM in Gelugor for practices.
Gracing this annual event were Sifu Teo Chin Lye and wife,
Club Secretary, Mr Lim Khoon Seng and wife, Treasurer,
Madam Lee Chee Lin and Club Captain, Mr Michael Cheong.
| 27Tennis News
PSCIITT 2019
Contributed by: Tan Tian Heng
The Penang Sports Club International Invitational Tennis
Tournament 2019 proves to be getting popular by attracting
good players from all over Asia Pacific. With such a demand
we are lucky to have enter our men’s team for the tournament
this year. However our ladies team didn’t manage to enter as
the registration closed earlier, way before the deadline. The
tournament held from 8th to the 10th March 2019 consisted
a total of 24 men’s, 12 ladies' and 5 grand masters' teams.
Our men’s team were placed together with Magnificent 7 from
Perth, Maksak Perak and Meerkats Papas from KL. We managed
to win one against Magnificent 7 and so our team only qualified
for the plate event. In the plate event, we were placed together
with STF Cari Makan from Penang, Penang Sports Club
Lightning and CRC Taiping. Once again we only managed to win
one against Penang Sports Club Lightning, as such we didn’t
manage to qualify further. Overall, it was definitely a worthwhile
experience for all the players.
| 28Tennis News
TENNIS COURT
REOPENING
The surfaces of the two Tennis Courts at the Club have been
resurfaced in March, and are now completed. On April 6th,
a group of tennis players and their families gathered at the
court at about 5:30pm to witness the opening of the Courts
by our Trustee, Datuk Seri Ariff and our President, Mr Lim
Shin Lid. The courts are now refurbished with artificial turf
instead of the Hard Surface previously. The new surface, an
artificial turf, made of 20mm Polyethylene material, will have
a softer surface as compared with the hard court. This is
definitely easier on our ankles and knees especially when
players are having a hard game. It is also more “weather
friendly” being less hot during a sunny day, and likely be
playable even in a slightly wet condition.
| 29
27Yoga News
YOGA GROUP
NEWS
Contributed by: Dominic Boudville
YOGA AT BELLEVUE & HABITAT, PENANG
HILL
Sun, 31 March 2019 | Penang Hill (Group Event)
Catching the first morning train as early as 6.30 a.m., some
20 Yoga Group members and Yoga Instructor, Anna Yeoh
clambered onto the funicular railway to arrive at the top of
Penang Hill. Heading straight towards the Bellevue Hotel
lawn area, overlooking Georgetown through the morning
mist, sunrise greeted us as we posed for the iPhone,
Samsung and Huawei moments.
After a hot drink, compliments of Bellevue, we got down
on our yoga mats for our purpose of the day - Yoga. After
an hour’s workout of stretching, we took a leisurely stroll
towards The Habitat - a world class rain forest discovery
centre set on the fringes of a 130 million-year old forest on
Penang Hill.
At The Habitat, we explored the Nature Trail and Langur
Way Canopy Walk and arrived at the iconic Curtis Crest
where we practiced several yoga poses and took a
stroll around the top of Curtis Crest to view the historic
bungalows of Bel Retiro, Craig Hotel and others.
YOGA
AGM 2019
IMPORTANT REMINDER
Only registered and paying Yoga Group members may
participate in the activities which are specified as Yoga
T.H. Boey, L.V Ten, Clara, Dominic Boudville, Alice Boudville, Group Activity, which include the daily yoga sessions (as
and Pamela Teh differentiated from Club Activity which is open to all PSC
members).
The practice of “First Time Trial” is discontinued with
effect from 19 January 2019.
| 30Library News
PSC STORY
TELLING
COMPETITION
Contributed by: Dr Pamela Jean Sharpe
A PSC story telling competition was organised and held on
Saturday March 30th 2019 between 10.00am and 12 noon in
the Mini Theatre. A total of seven talented children took part
in the competition, which was organised according to age
ranges in two groups. Group one comprised three children
aged 6 years, and group two comprised four children aged
between 9 and 11 years of age.
Participants were asked to select a published story of their
choice to narrate to the judges and the other participants
who formed part of the audience, in addition to the
organizers and club members and their families.
Participants narrated their stories, one by one, from
memory. A maximum time limit of 6 minutes was advised
for each participant. As in previous years, other advice for
participants was given upon registration, and utilized by the
judges in their assessment of each storyteller. This advice
included use of the voice, gestures, focus, characterization,
use of space, and pacing.
As before, the judges and organizers were hugely impressed
by the high standard of the story telling. All participants
displayed a wealth of poise and confidence which made the
task of selecting the prize winners a very difficult one for the
judges. At the end of the day decisions had to be made and
the results were as follows:
GROUP ONE GROUP TWO
First: Jakob Yew Caitlin Tang Li-Yin
Second: Jaden Lim Scarlett Lee
Third: Violet Lee Jack Lim Yong Jian
Fourth: - Angus Lim Shian Yong
The PSC Library Committee wish to congratulate all
participants and additionally the Committee is enormously
grateful to the organizers especially Ms Molly Lim and the
judges, Mr Tony Morley, Mr Ian Peggs, and Mr Yeoh Sung
Shen for their organisation, diligence and perseverance.
| 31CALENDAR OF EVENTS
May, June & July 2019
MAY Introductory Yoga Workshop MAY Dance Sport Group
with Lim Yee Lin (Club Event) AGM & Lunch
MAY
1
WEDNESDAY
MPH 1
9am - 1pm
11
SATURDAY
MPH 2
10am to 1pm
MAY Scuba Section AGM & Dinner MAY 1st Quarterly Darts
Competition & High Tea
18
SATURDAY
MPH 2
6pm to 10pm
26
SUNDAY
Darts Room @ Seafront Area
2pm to 6pm
MAY Last Sunday Buffet Lunch
26
SUNDAY
Captain’s Restaurant
12noon to 2.30pm
JUNE Members’ Night JUNE Dance Sport Group
Members’ Get Together
JUNE
14
FRIDAY
MPH
7pm
15
SATURDAY
MPH 2
7pm to 11pm
JUNE Yoga Group Sky Mirror JUNE Sunday Buffet Lunch
Trip (Group Event)
15 16 &
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
Bagan Datoh, Perak
7:30am
23
SUNDAY
Captain’s Restaurant
12noon to 2.30pm
JUNE Club AGM
30
SUNDAY
MPH
2:30pm
JULY Mesra Raya JULY Chair Yoga & Yoga Fitball Workout
with Julie Quah (Group Event)
JULY
5
FRIDAY
MPH
7.30 pm
13
SATURDAY
MPH
7.30pm
JULY Dance Sport Group JULY Last Sunday Buffet Lunch
Theme Night I
27
SATURDAY
MPH 28
SUNDAY
Captain’s Restaurant
12noon to 2.30pm
7.30pm
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