Kalamunda Districts Rugby Union Club

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1 Kalamunda Districts Rugby Union Club (ABN ) Senior ewsletter : 1 11 th April 2013 Sponsors What a great start to the season Well Done!! Please read the information in this carefully We would like to THANK all our sponsors for their generosity and continued support, without which it would be difficult for the club to provide the facilities and equipment for our players. Peter (Tanks) Tankersley Pete supporting last year s Moly It is with deep regret that we learnt of the passing of Peter Tankersley a beloved and long time member of this Club. In addition to having been a playing member, Pete has for many years been involved with coaching both the Seniors and Juniors, and was currently coach of the U15s. He was a dedicated Club member, who will be sadly missed by us all Our deepest condolences go out to his family, Annie, Jack and Campbell Funeral details - (Friday 12 April) can be found on the Kalamunda Rugby webpage (homepage)

2 Volunteers A big THANK YOU to all those who have volunteered their time, be it on the Committee, as Team Managers, Coaches or behind the scenes. Their time and effort is invaluable in helping the Club to grow and in providing a positive Rugby and Club experience for all our players. Thank you!!!! HOWEVER We still need more help to ensure that we provide our players with the best playing experience and to take some pressure off our overworked volunteers. The following positions are vacant and urgently need filling: Secretary Financial Director (bookkeeping or accounting experience required) Clubhouse Director Club Registrar Reserve Grade Coach The work is not onerous, often very fulfilling and you ll be working with a bunch of like minded people, working together to make this into the best Club possible for our players and supporters. If you are prepared to assist in any capacity, please speak to one of the following Committee Members. Senior Committee The following people have agreed to give up much of their spare time and take on the responsibility of helping to run the Club, for the benefit all our members and players.. We therefore ask that you take this into account when dealing with and contacting them. Remember that most of them work and have other commitments so please be considerate when using the contact numbers and if possible keep your questions/queries till training nights. President Trevor Cook Vice President Jim Berry Secretary Vacant Financial Director Vacant Marketing Director Owen Stone Development Director Josh Heke Clubhouse Director Vacant Club Captain Kane Allen Membership Director Sharlene Heke Merchandise Sharlene Heke Club Registrar Vacant

3 Managers & Coaches contact details : Coach Contact no. Manager Contact no. Premier Grade Josh Heke Ian Sugden Reserve Grade ** ** Juj Arlidge U20s Kim Malcolm Soko Waqanivavalagi U18s Junior Taireo Snow Smolenski rd Grade Nigel Cooper Rex Rakei th Grade Raf Houkamau Greg Fergusson Queries or problems So as to ensure the growth and smooth running of the Club it is important that you air any grievances or problems that you have so that they can be dealt with To ensure consistent information and so that your needs can be best addressed, please direct all queries or problems to the following people, in person or at the contact numbers provided. If you feel that your problem has not been dealt with, or you wish to take it further, please ensure that you either contact the President/Vice President or complete a complaints form available from your manager, so that your complaint can be dealt with. General queries or matters relating to the team your Manager should always be your first contact Registration issues/questions Registrar Merchandise issues/questions Sharlene Heke Problems that require further airing or discussion President (Trevor Cook) or Vice President (Jim Berry) Fees Please make sure you get your registration and fees in as soon as possible. The Club has a lot of outgoing fees that are dependent upon the number of players registered. We therefore need to know numbers and receive money as soon as possible so that expenses, can be met, and we can just get on with the business of playing Rugby

4 Personal detail changes Please make sure that you advise your Team Manager or the Office of any changes in your personal details such as address or contact numbers. Your Team Manager needs to be able to contact you when needed. Junior team assistance If you can help out with some of the Junior teams on a Tuesday & Thursday night, please let Kimberley Murphy ( ) or Boags ( ) know. Helping the Juniors can be a very rewarding experience as you impart your knowledge whilst helping them make the most of their rugby experience.. They ll also think your awesome for helping!! Club House / Bull Ring Thank you to those who have spent time and resources in sprucing up and organizing the Club House for the benefit of all. It is now up to us to ensure that it stays in a good condition. Therefore, as a reminder, can you please ensure that no boots are to be worn in the Club. Gym Please make sure that if use the gym that you respect and look after the equipment, and please leave the gym clean and tidy and ready for the next person Changing Rooms Clean up after yourselves when you have finished in the changing rooms and avoid them being left in a mess. All rubbish in the bins!!! Equipment Store The container where the equipment is stored is being left in a mess. To ensure easy access and the long life of the equipment please Leave it better than you find it! Canteen The canteen will be open, on Thursday nights from 5.00pm and at all Senior Home games. So go along and see what meals and snacks are on the menu Bar We have new bar staff. Georgia will be doing Thursdays and Saturdays along with Emma. Please make sure they feel welcome. Bar prices will be going up, but showing the bar staff your club membership card will allow you to purchase some drinks without having to pay this increase, so get your fees paid soon. Litter Historically litter at Home games has always been a problem, with litter/cans/bottles left strewn at the sidelines. Please do the right thing and use the bins provided in front of the Club House. There are also bins provided in between the two pitches for those watching matches on the second field Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure litter is disposed of correctly

5 Parking at Hartfield Park We would like to remind people that when attending training and/or home games that they MUST OT park in such a way as to impede access to the Tennis Court or Bowling Area. Cars blocking access to these areas run the risk of being towed away Please also take special care when parking in the car park behind the Club House (Hockey Club car park). and in the general area, that you do not leave anything of any value in your car, whether in view or not, as this car park is out of sight of most spectators and therefore an easy target for thieves. Bankwest Referral Initiative Taking out a home or business loan with Bank West? Then read this first : Grassroots partner of RugbyWA and the Emirates Western Force, Bank West launched a referral programme in 2012, which sees local rugby clubs across the State benefit from any home or business loan contract that stems from the club. RugbyWA has partnered with Bankwest in this initiative, with all commissions being funnelled through RugbyWA and then passed on in full to the nominated club. Some clubs who have received commissions since the launch of the program have been Cottesloe Rugby Club ($20,000), Associates Rugby Club ($10,000) and Wanneroo Rugby Club ($10,000) Bankwest has already donated close to $50,000 to local rugby clubs through the program. When you take out a Bankwest Home Loan or Business Loan, RugbyWA will pass on a 0.25% commision of the loan's value to your local rugby club. Bankwest joined RugbyWA in 2010 as the Official Partner of Grassroots Rugby and naming rights partner of the Bankwest RugbyWA Academy which provides a pathway for talented youngsters to achieve their goals of playing at the highest level. For further information or to ensure your Club gets the commission - Talk to Paul Burnett about your Home Loan on or Joshua Di Latte for Business Loans on Tell them your favourite local rugby club, and Bank West will pay RugbyWA 0.25% of your loan value (up to $10,000), which Rugby WA will then pass on to the club, Details at

6 Senior Results for 7 th April WEEK 1 07/04/2013 Premiere Grade Kalamunda 36 Rockingham 7 Reserve Grade Kalamunda 21 Rockingham 9 U 18s Kalamunda 25 BYE 0 U20s Kalamunda 25 Rockingham 0 3 rd Grade Gold Kalamunda 25 BYE 0 4 th Grade Gold Kalamunda 14 Rockingham 14 Merchandise Why not support our boys in style whilst wearing our Kalamunda Bulls merchandise. We have some great merchandise available for 2013, so why not come along and check it out. The merchandise room will be open every Thursday from pm and at every home game from 12.30pm. Emirates Western Force vs Crusaders 13 th April This Saturdays game between the Western Force and the Crusaders will be held at NIB Stadium, kick off at 7.40pm, Let s get down and give them our support. Senior Games 13 April 2013 Week 2 13/04/2013 Pat O Hara Reserve Field Time Premiere Grade Perth Bayswater v Kalamunda pm Reserve Grade Perth Bayswater v Kalamunda pm U 20 s Perth Bayswater v Kalamunda pm U18 s Perth Bayswater v Kalamunda am 3 rd Grade Perth Bayswater v Kalamunda pm 4 th Grade Perth Bayswater v Kalamunda pm Womens

7 Senior Games 20 April 2013 Week 3 20/04/2013 Bennett Park Field Time Premiere Grade Wests Scarborough v Kalamunda pm Reserve Grade Wests Scarborough v Kalamunda pm U 20 s BYE v Kalamunda U18 s Wests Scarborough v Kalamunda pm 3 rd Grade Wests Scarborough v Kalamunda pm 4 th Grade Wests Scarborough v Kalamunda pm Womens Senior Games 27 April 2013 Week 4 Sun 27/04/2013 Hartfield Park Field Time Premiere Grade Kalamunda v Cottesloe pm Reserve Grade Kalamunda v Cottesloe pm U 20 s Kalamunda v Cottesloe pm U18 s Kalamunda v BYE 3 rd Grade Kalamunda v Cottesloe pm 4 th Grade Kalamunda v Cottesloe pm Womens ** Diary Dates (Further dates will be added as confirmed) Sat 13 th Apr - Emirates Western Force vs Crusaders, NIB Stadium. KO Sat 13 th Apr - Round 2 Sat 20 th Apr - Round 3 Sat 27 th Apr - Round 4 (Home) Sat 27 th Apr - Breast Cancer Fundraiser at Club Sat 4 h May - Emirates Western Force vs Reds, NIB Stadium. KO Sat 4 th May - Round 5 Sat 11 th May - Round 6 Fri 17 th May - Emirates Western Force vs Sharks, NIB Stadium. KO Sat 18 th May - Round 7 (Home) Sat 25 th May - Emirates Western Force vs Highlanders, NIB Stadium. KO Sun 26 th May - Round 8 Sat 1st Jun - General Bye

8 Sat 8 th Jun - Round 9 (Home) Sun 9 th Jun - Emirates Western Force vs Waratahs, NIB Stadium. KO Sat 15 th Jun - Round 10 Sat 22 nd Jun - Round 11 (Home) Sat 29 th Jun - Round 12 (Home) Sat 6 th Jul - Round 13 Sat 13 th Jul - Emirates Western Force vs Brumbies, NIB Stadium. KO Sat 13 th Jul - Round 14 (Home) Sat 20 th Jul - Round 15 (Home) Sat 27 th Jun - Round 16 Sat 3 rd Aug - Round 17 (Home) Rugby Web Sites Don t forget that additional information can be found on the web sites provided at the bottom of each page ewsletter contact If you have any queries with regards to the newsletter or would like to submit items for inclusion, please contact either : Chris Christie npchristie@bigpond.com mob: or Josh Heke joshar44@hotmail.com mob: