GYM
REPORT
Following on from last year’s report, I wanted to start this entry with
another quote “I never regret it when I do it, but I always regret it when
I don’t!”
This quote has kept me training regularly throughout the season and is
a solid reminder that change is achievable, with a little effort.
This year, we parted ways with our old incline benches and purchased
new ones on the Black Friday sales from VULCAN, along with some new
Therabands as the old ones had reached the end of their stretch. We
also purchased a Slant Board to aid ankle/hip mobility and running plus
we received a donation of a Bosu Ball from Angus and Sarah Chard
and some Y-Bell weights from Kate Fitzpatrick. A big thank you for your
support.
It’s been good to see a few more members in the Gym regularly.
During the season we did a routine service of all equipment and
checked for safety of everything. Thank you to all Members for adhering
to the rules, looking after our equipment, keeping it safe, fun and
welcoming and notifying me of any maintenance needed throughout
the year.
ARCHIVES
REPORT
It was another great year, with several highlights and achievements.
Bondi SBLSC successfully obtained a Blue Plaque from the NSW
Government, under their Heritage Program. It states “ BONDI SURF
BATHERS LIFE SAVING CLUB – 1907 - Australia’s first Surf Lifesaving Club
established here”. The unveiling coincided with the Club’s largest
Member photo and was a fitting tribute to show that the Club has
grown to a position of strength from humble beginnings.
Club Member, Lisa Lennon has become the first independent
Director to join the Board of SLSNSW. This was quickly followed by an
announcement of Anna Booth as the second Director. Well done Lisa
and Anna.
The Bondi Pavilion newsletter (11/1) has an article on Bondi’s first female
Bronze squad. It’s well worth the read.
Peter Quartly was awarded the ‘Best of the Best in Waverley Councils
“Local Hero Awards”. A plaque commemorating this award was
installed on the promenade on the 16th May. Peter also spoke on “Black
Sunday” at the Waverley Historical Society’s July meeting.
Jenny Priestley of Wentworth Falls has provided some historical
memorabilia, for which we are grateful. Alexis Bell also provided
heritage items for our Archives.
Henry Bennett has provided archival material relating to Bill Bennett. Bill
was our President from 1918–1920 and 1926–1946.
The Bondi Story Room has added Tanya Jackson’s story to its list of
Club Members. The Room is a wonderful place to reminisce and look at
snippets of our contribution to Waverley’s rich history and its fabric, as
well as others in the Community.
The Museum Committee, under the Chairmanship of Scott Laney, with
Leo Hyde, Karen McAndrew, Margaret Miller, Peter Quartly and Geoff
Sumner, have not been as active as last season, due mainly to awaiting
the rebuilding program, however, it is keen to get moving, when the
building program is finalised.
Finally, we again ask if you have any memorabilia, photos or
documentation relating to the Club, please consider donating the items
to the Club. All such donations will be gratefully acknowledged.
Peter Quartly & Leo Hyde
Archives Officers
Jean-Paul Buhagiar
Gym Manager
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