the special olympics cricket day at the bradman oval
TRANSCRIPT
MAY 2013THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS CRICKET DAY AT THE BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL ON ANZAC DAY
Wersquove had a busy 2012 and 2013 And created a new format newsletterIn a recent survey readers of the Primary Club newsletter said they prefer to read and receive the newsletter in PDF format online We took this on as a challenge to produce an online version of the Primary Club of Australia newsletter Wersquove also produced a printed version of this newsletter that we send to members who do not have an email address or have indicated that they wish to receive this newsletter in printed form
The good news is that it saves the Club a significant sum of money by not printing out the newsletter by the thousands This money wersquove saved can be focused towards our fund raising efforts and to our charitable causes In fact the newsletter itself has been put together by a volunteer so it doesnrsquot cost the charity money to create it
The other great aspect of producing an online newsletter is that you can forward this to your friends
Go on we dare you forward it at least ten of your friends and invite them to click on the links on this page to join the Primary Club of Australia
IN THIS ISSUE YOU CAN READ ABOUT Last Man Stands Our Charity Donations
Marathon Cricket IV Battle of The Codes at Marathon Cricket
Victoria Cricket Epworth Rehabilitation
The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
Wyong Race Day Parliament House Luncheon
The Primary Club Cricket Team Playing At Chacircteau Tanunda
Special Olympics At Bowral
Jim Maxwell Receives Member Of The Order Of Australia (AM) Elanora Golf Day
Click on the links above to view the page
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIAThe Primary Club of Australia Incorporated
PO Box 783 | Pennant Hills NSW 1715 | Telephone 02 9980 2525
(please contact the office if you need to fax anything to the Primary Club of Australia)
Email memberprimaryclubcom | Website wwwprimaryclubcom
ABN 88 136 792 377 | Registered Charity Number CFN10757
The charity providing sporting and recreational facilities for people with disabilities
Become a member of the Primary Club of Australia and be proud each time an Australian cricketer fails to trouble the scorers after facing just one delivery In the process make a difference for people with disabilities Click here to visit the membership page of the Primary Club of Australia Your $50 joining fee covers the cost of our fund raising efforts which have resulted in over $225000 in donations to our various charitable organisations last financial year
In addition to the subscription fee we wish to report that this season (2012-13) there have been 12 Australian golden ducks from Tests One Day International and Twenty20 matches and we havenrsquot even touched down in the UK yet
Memberships are renewed on 30 June each year LEARN MORE BY VISITING wwwprimaryclubcomaboutmembership
Last Man StandsSupporting the organisations that support us On Sunday March 10 the Primary Club became the beneficiary of all the funds raised at a charity cricket day at Moore Park (Sydney) organised by the ldquoLast Man Standsrdquo organisation
Arranged as part of a regular annual LMS fixture there were concession stalls music a raffle and even a hot dog eating competition all to raise funds
A good crowd of maybe 200 or so including lots of delightful young ladies lazed around the boundary and cheered on their heroes playing in two T20 matches on Ground 13
A small group of Primary Club Committee including Rick Glover Jim Winchester Jim Maxwell Benjamin Richards and Linton Ritchie were there to support the dayrsquos events Kerry Henry from the Cauliflower Club also lsquoput up his shinglersquo to promote their membership Having a presence and showing our thanks to Rob Stevenson and his crew for selecting the Primary Club as the dayrsquos beneficiary was our primary purpose in attending The whole dayrsquos events raised over $6400 for the Primary Club a marvellous effort from a wonderful group of people
Partner charity organisations Wheelchair Sports NSW and Sailability NSW were represented by Claire Koski and Stephen Churm (and one of his sailboats) Claire plays for the NSW Breakers cricket team and is a very special young lady Her teamrsquos record is astonishing so we clearly had a very capable young woman in our presence Her boyfriend Rhys Baxter has been in a wheelchair for seven years hence her support for the Primary Club and the LMS charity day She is a clear-minded athletic 22-year-old with a determination to improve every aspect of her life including her status in the Breakers team We are very much hoping that we can work closely with her over the coming months to bring an awareness of our Club and its activities to the top levels of Womens Cricket in Australia
An excellent day for all involved and the Primary Club
Linton Ritchie Membership Convener
Top Partner charity organisations Wheelchair Sports NSW and Sailability NSW were represented by Claire Koski and Stephen Churm (and one his dinghies)
Middle Rob Stevenson and his fearless crew holding on tight
Below Our records go back many many years however we believe that potentially this is the first and only time a Hot Dog eating contest has raised funds for the Primary Club of Australia
More photos of the day can be found on the Primary Club website
wwwprimaryclubcom
Our donationsMake the difference in our communities
THE PRIMARY CLUB DONATES BIKES AND A SHED TO THE HILLS SCHOOL
The Hills School caters for students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities physical disabilities sensory impairments and students with autism spectrum disorders
A MESSAGE TO THE MEMBERS FROM SHANNA PEREIRA PE COORDINATOR THE HILLS SCHOOL NORTHMEAD
I just wanted to send you a quick note to say thank you to the Primary Club for your generous contribution to our school It is only through the kindness and generosity that we are able to run exercise programs and provide great resources for our students to use at school
Work has finished on our bike shed and I wanted to show you some pictures of what the shed looks like and some of our students using the bikes your organisation helped us to purchase
Once again on behalf of our students and staff I would like to extend our gratitude and appreciation for the generous contribution of The Primary Club to The Hills School
Top Playground equipment at the opening of the Aspect Hunter School
Middle The NSW Special Olympics team recipients of sporting equipment from the Primary Club of Australia at the recent Inaugural Special Olympics Australia cricket tournament over the 9-10 February 2013
Bottom Wheelchairs donated to Wheelchairs Sports NSW
Right The Hills School North-mead - recipients of bikes and a bike shed from the Primary Club of Australia
RECENT DONATIONSSailability NSW Jannali NSW $9000Sails The sails purchased were second hand having been used only once before We made a saving of $11000 on buying them new
Wheelchair Sports NSW Putney $17190Six basketball wheelchairs These wheelchairs are specifically made and will be used for new and developing players
Sunnyfield Castle Hill $4686Exercise equipment Sunnyfield is a home for intellectually disabled boys in Castle Hill
The Hills School Northmead $20040Bike shed and Bikes The Hills School uses a variety of bikes for students and a shed to house them
Sailability VIC The Boatshed Albert Park $12500 2 x Access 23 Sailboats Two boats complete with sail decal for their Albert Park centre
Special Olympics Australia Newcastle $4500Trophies and goal posts
Clarke Road School Hornsby $40818Two playgrounds and softfall surface
Scope (Vic) Box Hill Vic $2500Goals Flags etc (below) Equipment for Balloon Football League and Modified Cricket program
Victorian CricketBlind Ducks Trophy match between Primary Club and Victorian Blind Cricket17 February 2013
The Primary Club ventured to the lush surrounds of Kooyong for the 4th annual Blind Ducks Trophy on a very hot Sunday in February Primaries skipper Roland Burt won the toss and seeing a hard and fast wicket elected to bat Boonie Hollingsworth and Eddie Burt got off to a slow start against some accurate bowling especially from Montesanti and Pritchard and Boonie was retired after 5 overs for a slow run rate Henry Boileau lasted only 2 balls before being bowled around his legs for a duck by a quick one from Pritchard Lachie Ross top scored with 16 not out and had good support from Neilson (10) and George Burney (7) then Ross Burney managed a quick 9 at the end with the Primaries closing on 89 - probably a little below par in the conditions
Pritchard with 23 (retired) held the Victorian Blind Cricket Association top order together but at 6-45 off 102 overs the blind guys had a mountain to climb But Tzourtzoukils (17 not out) and Spencer (11) put on 24 for the 7th wicket to put them back in the match before Eddie Burt whipped the bails off after 2 relay throws (G Burney to R Burney to E Burt) to run out Spencer and they were still 20 runs short with 5 overs remaining with 3 wickets in hand Causon lasted only a couple of balls before being bowled to make it 8-73 off 16 and things were again looking grim for VBCA But totally blind Close (6 off 8) combined with Tzourtzoukils for an exciting unbeaten 9th wicket partnership (17 from 23) to bring VBCA home off the 2nd last ball of the day Close hitting the winning runs The Blind Ducks Trophy returns to Kooyong
Man of the match was Close for his heroics in the last few overs as well as some economical bowling early on
Scorebook on VBCA website
httpwwwvbcaorgauresultsresultsphpresult_file=season1213scorecardsVBCA20v20Primary20Club_170213htm
A tremendous day for all Thanks to VBCA for hosting
Victorian Activities Primary Club XII play on the Melbourne Cricket GroundOn Thursday 28 February a Primary Club XII had the honour of playing in a Twenty20 match on the hallowed turf of the Melbourne Cricket Ground thanks to Cricket Victoriarsquos Lindsay Hassett Club
To raise awareness for the Primary Club in Victoria and to drive memberships and raise funds the Melbourne Committee organised an online social media campaign to recruit memberplayers for its team 4 places from a member lsquolucky drawrsquo another 4 spots from the online auction and a final 4 places allocated via two corporate sponsorships from Rural Co (courtesy Greg OrsquoNeil) and a very generous donation from Mr Jeff Chapman The net proceeds to the Primary Club from the day came to over $16000 to support projects at Sailability Albert Park and Scope Box Hill
The day got off to a great start with the team being put through its paces with a 2-hour ldquohigh performancerdquo training session on the MCG indoor nets hosted by Cricket Victoria High Performance Manager Tim McCaskill and coach of reigning Premiership Cricket team Richmond Jarrad Loughman Bushrangers players Ryan Carters and Steven Reed were also very generous with their time on the day The technology available to the modern cricketer is astounding Video analysis speed guns and the ldquoPro Batterrdquo where you can literally face the bowling of any International player ndash I can tell you itrsquos quite daunting to wait while James Anderson runs in to bowl at you while umpire Asad Rauf looks on from behind the stumps
As for the match itself the Primary Club valiantly chased a very competitive total just failing to get across the line However the result was the last thing on everyonersquos minds The day was capped off by some formal proceedings in the ldquoPlayers Viewing Boxrdquo where we were honoured to have President Jim Maxwell visiting from Sydney We are all looking forward to the DVD of the match and next yearrsquos fixture
Special thanks again to Tim Gledhill Richard Lugg Marina Dowling and Lauren Turner from Cricket Victoria for organising such a wonderful event
Geoff Craig Victorian Committee
Top ldquoLH Bluerdquo The Primary Club XII on the MCG Scoreboard
Top right Edward Kemp (Primary Club Vic) thanks Tim Gledhill Lauren Turner Ryan Carters and Steven Reed from Cricket Victoria
Right Primary Club President Jim Maxwell Primary Club Vic Committee members Gideon Haigh amp Edward Kemp with Tim Gledhill from CV
Bottom right Some Primary Club Team members (L to R) James Nott Shane Walker (top scorer 33 off 20 bf) Chris Cunningham Steve Hollingsworth Christopher Lahoud Damien Crossling Steve Kish amp Mike Bullock (top wicket taker)
Below Primary Club Captain Geoff Craig losing the toss
Epworth RehabilitationEPWORTH REHABILITATION IS RECOGNISED AS A WORLD LEADER IN THE FIELD OF TRAUMA REHABILITATION In 2005 the Primary Club generously provided funding for the purchase of purpose-built exercise equipment for the Epworth Rehabilitation Unit Through the purchase of the specialised equipment we have been able to provide our patients with more advanced therapy techniques and lead many unique research initiatives
Since the Primary Clubrsquos donation in 2005 over 400 hundred trauma patients have had access to the rehabilitation equipment The equipment is used on a daily basis culminating in approximately 600 individual treatment sessions being provided each month
In recent times a new trauma amputee service has been launched by Epworth Rehabilitation The equipment has demonstrated its true worth and adaptability with the amputee patient group The equipment allows our staff to cater for the needs of all trauma patients regardless of physical impairment
The following story depicts how the Primary Clubrsquos generous support aids our trauma patients We (the Epworth staff) are very appreciative of our association with the Primary Club
Brendanrsquos StoryLance Bombardier Brendan Dover was a Forward Observer for the 812 Regiment 1st Brigade and served in Afghanistan on Mentoring Taskforce 2 in 2010 On 19th December 2010 Brendan was hit by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) that blew his left foot off and caused horrendous injuries to his left arm which has left his hand unusable Brendan arrived at Epworth on 1st January after being in a coma for 7 days and receiving life saving treatment in Afghanistan and Germany Brendan spent 2 years in the rehabilitation centre at Epworth and built up the strength again to walk with the aid of a prosthetic and successfully returned to work in early May 2011 Unfortunately due to complications caused from length and shape of his stump Brendan required a further amputation which occurred in December 2012 Brendanrsquos stump has matured and he started rehabilitation at Epworth again in late January 2013 He is currently in rehabilitation 3 days a week Currently his schedule is for 1 hour hydrotherapy 1 hour gym work 1 hour prosthetic maintenance and strengthening and 1 hour running group Brendan intends on recovering fully in May and returning to work after a successful rehabilitation process
Marathon Cricket IVTwo big days at the SCG raises over $100000 for charities Thank you to each and every person who contributed to the success of Marathon Cricket at the Sydney Cricket Ground on 24th and 25th January last In all over 500 players umpires and officials had the opportunity to experience their dream of playing cricket on the SCG
The Primary Club of Australia and Marathon Cricket committees really appreciated the enthusiasm and spirit shown by all team managers and their squads the co-operation when lsquolittle thingsrsquo went awry in the programming well done to the winners who celebrated and the losers who drowned their sorrows in the Membersrsquo Bar Once again we had players and umpires from all over ndash Perth Bendigo Port Macquarie Dubbo Newcastle Wagga Wagga and even lsquothe Shirersquo The price of success is that more new teams are hearing about Marathon Cricket and have already expressed interest in signing up for next year
Of the 44 possible team innings (22 matches) all of them happened and pretty much close to scheduled time ndash a tribute to Match Officials Nick Houseman and Joe Scarcella and the umpire co-ordinators Jim Cameron Brian Ferguson and Karl Wentzel
Thanks to curator Tom Parker the wicket and outer ground was in excellent condition as always His team created two specially prepared wickets in the outer on Day 2 so that we could stage our Special Olympics and Blind cricket matches Thanks too to Scott Henderson and Steve Clark from the SCG for all the behind-the-scenes organisation ndash security cleaning planning scheduling and access to Ross and Dianne for the scoreboard operation and to Stephanie and Kate from DNC for all the sensational catering
Folks this event would not happen without our corporate teamsrsquo contribution Doing it for just the clubs and social teams we wouldnrsquot make a dollar Telstra and Cisco have completed their fourth Marathon (2 teams each year) and NSW Government and Tru Blu Beverages their third Marathon Tru Blu also supplied soft drinks and ldquoWaterfords Sparklingrdquo for players To newcomers - Travelex Wymap Logicalis Astrontech and the Sargood Centre - we trust that you all enjoyed the experience and yoursquoll be back next year
The feature match of Marathon Cricket this year The Battle of the Codes Twenty20 was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end
Overall the event was beneficial to the tune of $105k profit up from last yearrsquos $86k Our disabled sports charities will see the benefit of that directly ndash particularly the Sydney Childrenrsquos Hospital and the Sargood Centre Another $5000 was raised for Pain Management Research by 90 Walkers on the Thursday who participated in their ldquoWalk Against Painrdquo up from 50 last year
The Thursday evening Dinner was a great success particularly because of the inspiring contributions of Richie Benaud Rod Macqueen and the panel of Jimmy Smith Wendell Sailor Jason Little and Robbie Deans plus the other sports lsquoLegendsrsquo and politicians who supported the event And what a fantastic job by Master of Ceremonies Simon Marnie and Auctioneer Ed Riley Most reports have indicated the meal served by DNC was top class and suitably complemented by the beverages And for those who didnrsquot hear the Travelex team won the Corporate Cup and is still celebrating Has anyone dared to tell them they must return the cup for next year
And my special thanks to Jim Winchester and his Marathon Committee ndash who all worked extremely hard in the lead-up to and during the event And how about Linton Ritchie Robin Low and those 70 volunteers ndash always smiling and helpful even when they didnrsquot quite know all the answers Thanks also to photographer webmeister and twitter twitterer Benjamin Richards
Finally to the team managers our sincere thanks You organised all those players got them dressed appropriately did their paperwork for them had them turn up on time for photos and inspired them to raise their spirits and remember our shared mission at all times Please sign up again next year so that while you live your dream of playing cricket on the SCG you are also helping folks with a disability live theirs
Top players will take home different memories of their time in the centre
Top Right Two photos showing participants in the Walk Against Pain Walkers raised over $5000 for Pain Management Research
Right the panel of (left to right) Jimmy Smith Jason Little Wendell Sailor and Robbie Deans
RESULTSSummary game scores are available from the wwwmarathoncricketcom website The Troopers (for my team) put in the largest net run result with 105 and only 4 wickets lost However overall the Twelfth Manrsquos team helped by a lower wicket count netted 1180 runs to defeat the Presidentrsquos Team with 1133 runs This now evens the series 2-all although I hear Richie is still pleading a case at the ICC on how last yearrsquos result in the rain was decided under the twisted ldquoDuckworth-Lewis method champagnoiserdquo
Has anyone spoken to the poor guy who faced 6 deliveries and got out 5 times ndash twice bowled twice caught and once stumped
Jim Maxwell
President
The Primary Club of Australia can be found on Twitter and Facebook wwwtwittercomPrimaryClubAust and wwwfacebookcomPrimaryClubofAustralia
During the Marathon Cricket many players and officials tweeted about their experience Like Jimmy Smith and his Golden Duck
Photos from Marathon Cricket 2013 (and other years) are available via the Marathon Cricket website wwwmarathoncricketcom
Top Manly DCA played a father and sons match early on Day Two
Below The Blind Cricket NSW team prior to their match vs the Primary Club Ever wondered how Blind Cricket is played For more information visit the Blind Cricket NSW website - wwwblindcricketnswcom
Battle of the CodesWhen Rugby meets League on the cricket pitchIn front of several hundred sports fans Marathon Cricket was the backdrop for the Battle of the Codes Twenty20 between a team of Rugby League legends and their Rugby Union counterparts
The League Team consisted of Matt Adamson Justin Dooley Ryan Cross Todd Greenberg Wendell Sailor Michael Gillett Jason Taylor Jimmy Smith Todd Payten Bryan Fletcher and Luke Patten
The legends of Union Team were Richard Harry Matt Dunning Michael Hercus Phil Waugh Bernard Foley Michael Hodge Robbie Deans David Croft Simon Kasprowicz Scott Gourley and Jason Little
The match was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end Bernard Foley starred with the bat scoring 58no (three sixes) for the Union team while Todd Payten scored 36 off just 28 deliveries (two huge sixes) towards the tail of the League innings after Ryan Cross knocked up a stylish 26 earlier Bowling honours were shared around but how about Phil Waughrsquos performance behind the stumps ndash 4 catches and 1 stumping
Right Australian Wallabies Coach - Robbie Deans christened Cauliflower Club Cap 1 on the day in the middle of the SCG
Below the victorious Rugby League stars in the NSW Australian dressing room at the end of the game
BATTLEOF THE CODES
Battle of the Codes 24th January 2013
RUGBY LEAGUE CAPTAIN JIMMY SMITH INTRODUCES RICHIE BENAUD TO HIS TEAM SCORE SHEETS FROM THE EVENT CAN BE FOUND ON THE MARATHONCRICKETCOM WEBSITE OR BY CLICKING HERE
THE LAUNCH OF THE CAULIFLOWER CLUBA roughnut division of the Primary Club of Australia
Our rugby brethren share our keenness to help people with a disability particularly those caused by sporting injuries through the provision of recreational and rehabilitative facilities
The Primary Clubrsquos launch of its ldquoalliancerdquo with the Rugby community via the Cauliflower Club was held at Sheraton on the Park Grand Ballroom Elizabeth Street Sydney hosted by long standing Primary Club member The Honorable Barry OrsquoFarrell MP Premier of NSW on Monday 12th November
Members of the Cauliflower Club will donate money every time a Wallaby front-rower scores a try in a Test against a major rugby nation We reckon $50 a try the first time it happens in the year at which point members can opt out of paying for the rest of the year or ndash if yoursquore feeling strong ndash $50 for every successive try in the year thereafter
Though a separate entity the Cauliflower Club will be run via the Primary Club meaning all donations will be tax deductible and we will use Primary Club administrative resources and infrastructure
We are honoured to have Australiarsquos most venerable rugby front-rower of them all Sir Nicholas Shehadie as our Patron The money will be distributed back to rugby charities most particularly spinal rehabilitation units Hearts in Union and so forth with the provision of equipment and facilities
Peter FitzSimons President
Left Peter FitzSimons presents NSW Premier Barry OrsquoFarrell MP with the Clubrsquos first tie Above Phil Kearns (left) sits with Joe Hockey Federal Opposition Treasurer (right) and Mike Baird NSW Treasurer (standing) at the Cauliflower Club luncheon Below - three former Australian Rugby Test Captains standing - John Eales Sir Nicholas Shehadie and Nick Farr-Jones
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ~ $2750bull Exclusivenamingrightsforyourracebull Fullpageadvertisementinracebookbull Courseentryracebookprivatetotefacilitiesbuffetlunchincluding
beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
featuring your name as a Race Sponsorbull Approximately2000TABoutletsandagencieswillpostyournameasa
Race Sponsorbull SydneyandmetropolitannewspaperswillprintyournameontheForm
Guide and race results the following daybull Livebroadcastingofyourraceon2KYplusNBNtelevisioncoverageof
the dayrsquos event on the evening newsbull WinningPostsignageplustheopportunitytodisplaypromotional
banners in the saddling enclosurebull Groupphotographwiththewinninghorse
Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
Wersquove had a busy 2012 and 2013 And created a new format newsletterIn a recent survey readers of the Primary Club newsletter said they prefer to read and receive the newsletter in PDF format online We took this on as a challenge to produce an online version of the Primary Club of Australia newsletter Wersquove also produced a printed version of this newsletter that we send to members who do not have an email address or have indicated that they wish to receive this newsletter in printed form
The good news is that it saves the Club a significant sum of money by not printing out the newsletter by the thousands This money wersquove saved can be focused towards our fund raising efforts and to our charitable causes In fact the newsletter itself has been put together by a volunteer so it doesnrsquot cost the charity money to create it
The other great aspect of producing an online newsletter is that you can forward this to your friends
Go on we dare you forward it at least ten of your friends and invite them to click on the links on this page to join the Primary Club of Australia
IN THIS ISSUE YOU CAN READ ABOUT Last Man Stands Our Charity Donations
Marathon Cricket IV Battle of The Codes at Marathon Cricket
Victoria Cricket Epworth Rehabilitation
The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
Wyong Race Day Parliament House Luncheon
The Primary Club Cricket Team Playing At Chacircteau Tanunda
Special Olympics At Bowral
Jim Maxwell Receives Member Of The Order Of Australia (AM) Elanora Golf Day
Click on the links above to view the page
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIAThe Primary Club of Australia Incorporated
PO Box 783 | Pennant Hills NSW 1715 | Telephone 02 9980 2525
(please contact the office if you need to fax anything to the Primary Club of Australia)
Email memberprimaryclubcom | Website wwwprimaryclubcom
ABN 88 136 792 377 | Registered Charity Number CFN10757
The charity providing sporting and recreational facilities for people with disabilities
Become a member of the Primary Club of Australia and be proud each time an Australian cricketer fails to trouble the scorers after facing just one delivery In the process make a difference for people with disabilities Click here to visit the membership page of the Primary Club of Australia Your $50 joining fee covers the cost of our fund raising efforts which have resulted in over $225000 in donations to our various charitable organisations last financial year
In addition to the subscription fee we wish to report that this season (2012-13) there have been 12 Australian golden ducks from Tests One Day International and Twenty20 matches and we havenrsquot even touched down in the UK yet
Memberships are renewed on 30 June each year LEARN MORE BY VISITING wwwprimaryclubcomaboutmembership
Last Man StandsSupporting the organisations that support us On Sunday March 10 the Primary Club became the beneficiary of all the funds raised at a charity cricket day at Moore Park (Sydney) organised by the ldquoLast Man Standsrdquo organisation
Arranged as part of a regular annual LMS fixture there were concession stalls music a raffle and even a hot dog eating competition all to raise funds
A good crowd of maybe 200 or so including lots of delightful young ladies lazed around the boundary and cheered on their heroes playing in two T20 matches on Ground 13
A small group of Primary Club Committee including Rick Glover Jim Winchester Jim Maxwell Benjamin Richards and Linton Ritchie were there to support the dayrsquos events Kerry Henry from the Cauliflower Club also lsquoput up his shinglersquo to promote their membership Having a presence and showing our thanks to Rob Stevenson and his crew for selecting the Primary Club as the dayrsquos beneficiary was our primary purpose in attending The whole dayrsquos events raised over $6400 for the Primary Club a marvellous effort from a wonderful group of people
Partner charity organisations Wheelchair Sports NSW and Sailability NSW were represented by Claire Koski and Stephen Churm (and one of his sailboats) Claire plays for the NSW Breakers cricket team and is a very special young lady Her teamrsquos record is astonishing so we clearly had a very capable young woman in our presence Her boyfriend Rhys Baxter has been in a wheelchair for seven years hence her support for the Primary Club and the LMS charity day She is a clear-minded athletic 22-year-old with a determination to improve every aspect of her life including her status in the Breakers team We are very much hoping that we can work closely with her over the coming months to bring an awareness of our Club and its activities to the top levels of Womens Cricket in Australia
An excellent day for all involved and the Primary Club
Linton Ritchie Membership Convener
Top Partner charity organisations Wheelchair Sports NSW and Sailability NSW were represented by Claire Koski and Stephen Churm (and one his dinghies)
Middle Rob Stevenson and his fearless crew holding on tight
Below Our records go back many many years however we believe that potentially this is the first and only time a Hot Dog eating contest has raised funds for the Primary Club of Australia
More photos of the day can be found on the Primary Club website
wwwprimaryclubcom
Our donationsMake the difference in our communities
THE PRIMARY CLUB DONATES BIKES AND A SHED TO THE HILLS SCHOOL
The Hills School caters for students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities physical disabilities sensory impairments and students with autism spectrum disorders
A MESSAGE TO THE MEMBERS FROM SHANNA PEREIRA PE COORDINATOR THE HILLS SCHOOL NORTHMEAD
I just wanted to send you a quick note to say thank you to the Primary Club for your generous contribution to our school It is only through the kindness and generosity that we are able to run exercise programs and provide great resources for our students to use at school
Work has finished on our bike shed and I wanted to show you some pictures of what the shed looks like and some of our students using the bikes your organisation helped us to purchase
Once again on behalf of our students and staff I would like to extend our gratitude and appreciation for the generous contribution of The Primary Club to The Hills School
Top Playground equipment at the opening of the Aspect Hunter School
Middle The NSW Special Olympics team recipients of sporting equipment from the Primary Club of Australia at the recent Inaugural Special Olympics Australia cricket tournament over the 9-10 February 2013
Bottom Wheelchairs donated to Wheelchairs Sports NSW
Right The Hills School North-mead - recipients of bikes and a bike shed from the Primary Club of Australia
RECENT DONATIONSSailability NSW Jannali NSW $9000Sails The sails purchased were second hand having been used only once before We made a saving of $11000 on buying them new
Wheelchair Sports NSW Putney $17190Six basketball wheelchairs These wheelchairs are specifically made and will be used for new and developing players
Sunnyfield Castle Hill $4686Exercise equipment Sunnyfield is a home for intellectually disabled boys in Castle Hill
The Hills School Northmead $20040Bike shed and Bikes The Hills School uses a variety of bikes for students and a shed to house them
Sailability VIC The Boatshed Albert Park $12500 2 x Access 23 Sailboats Two boats complete with sail decal for their Albert Park centre
Special Olympics Australia Newcastle $4500Trophies and goal posts
Clarke Road School Hornsby $40818Two playgrounds and softfall surface
Scope (Vic) Box Hill Vic $2500Goals Flags etc (below) Equipment for Balloon Football League and Modified Cricket program
Victorian CricketBlind Ducks Trophy match between Primary Club and Victorian Blind Cricket17 February 2013
The Primary Club ventured to the lush surrounds of Kooyong for the 4th annual Blind Ducks Trophy on a very hot Sunday in February Primaries skipper Roland Burt won the toss and seeing a hard and fast wicket elected to bat Boonie Hollingsworth and Eddie Burt got off to a slow start against some accurate bowling especially from Montesanti and Pritchard and Boonie was retired after 5 overs for a slow run rate Henry Boileau lasted only 2 balls before being bowled around his legs for a duck by a quick one from Pritchard Lachie Ross top scored with 16 not out and had good support from Neilson (10) and George Burney (7) then Ross Burney managed a quick 9 at the end with the Primaries closing on 89 - probably a little below par in the conditions
Pritchard with 23 (retired) held the Victorian Blind Cricket Association top order together but at 6-45 off 102 overs the blind guys had a mountain to climb But Tzourtzoukils (17 not out) and Spencer (11) put on 24 for the 7th wicket to put them back in the match before Eddie Burt whipped the bails off after 2 relay throws (G Burney to R Burney to E Burt) to run out Spencer and they were still 20 runs short with 5 overs remaining with 3 wickets in hand Causon lasted only a couple of balls before being bowled to make it 8-73 off 16 and things were again looking grim for VBCA But totally blind Close (6 off 8) combined with Tzourtzoukils for an exciting unbeaten 9th wicket partnership (17 from 23) to bring VBCA home off the 2nd last ball of the day Close hitting the winning runs The Blind Ducks Trophy returns to Kooyong
Man of the match was Close for his heroics in the last few overs as well as some economical bowling early on
Scorebook on VBCA website
httpwwwvbcaorgauresultsresultsphpresult_file=season1213scorecardsVBCA20v20Primary20Club_170213htm
A tremendous day for all Thanks to VBCA for hosting
Victorian Activities Primary Club XII play on the Melbourne Cricket GroundOn Thursday 28 February a Primary Club XII had the honour of playing in a Twenty20 match on the hallowed turf of the Melbourne Cricket Ground thanks to Cricket Victoriarsquos Lindsay Hassett Club
To raise awareness for the Primary Club in Victoria and to drive memberships and raise funds the Melbourne Committee organised an online social media campaign to recruit memberplayers for its team 4 places from a member lsquolucky drawrsquo another 4 spots from the online auction and a final 4 places allocated via two corporate sponsorships from Rural Co (courtesy Greg OrsquoNeil) and a very generous donation from Mr Jeff Chapman The net proceeds to the Primary Club from the day came to over $16000 to support projects at Sailability Albert Park and Scope Box Hill
The day got off to a great start with the team being put through its paces with a 2-hour ldquohigh performancerdquo training session on the MCG indoor nets hosted by Cricket Victoria High Performance Manager Tim McCaskill and coach of reigning Premiership Cricket team Richmond Jarrad Loughman Bushrangers players Ryan Carters and Steven Reed were also very generous with their time on the day The technology available to the modern cricketer is astounding Video analysis speed guns and the ldquoPro Batterrdquo where you can literally face the bowling of any International player ndash I can tell you itrsquos quite daunting to wait while James Anderson runs in to bowl at you while umpire Asad Rauf looks on from behind the stumps
As for the match itself the Primary Club valiantly chased a very competitive total just failing to get across the line However the result was the last thing on everyonersquos minds The day was capped off by some formal proceedings in the ldquoPlayers Viewing Boxrdquo where we were honoured to have President Jim Maxwell visiting from Sydney We are all looking forward to the DVD of the match and next yearrsquos fixture
Special thanks again to Tim Gledhill Richard Lugg Marina Dowling and Lauren Turner from Cricket Victoria for organising such a wonderful event
Geoff Craig Victorian Committee
Top ldquoLH Bluerdquo The Primary Club XII on the MCG Scoreboard
Top right Edward Kemp (Primary Club Vic) thanks Tim Gledhill Lauren Turner Ryan Carters and Steven Reed from Cricket Victoria
Right Primary Club President Jim Maxwell Primary Club Vic Committee members Gideon Haigh amp Edward Kemp with Tim Gledhill from CV
Bottom right Some Primary Club Team members (L to R) James Nott Shane Walker (top scorer 33 off 20 bf) Chris Cunningham Steve Hollingsworth Christopher Lahoud Damien Crossling Steve Kish amp Mike Bullock (top wicket taker)
Below Primary Club Captain Geoff Craig losing the toss
Epworth RehabilitationEPWORTH REHABILITATION IS RECOGNISED AS A WORLD LEADER IN THE FIELD OF TRAUMA REHABILITATION In 2005 the Primary Club generously provided funding for the purchase of purpose-built exercise equipment for the Epworth Rehabilitation Unit Through the purchase of the specialised equipment we have been able to provide our patients with more advanced therapy techniques and lead many unique research initiatives
Since the Primary Clubrsquos donation in 2005 over 400 hundred trauma patients have had access to the rehabilitation equipment The equipment is used on a daily basis culminating in approximately 600 individual treatment sessions being provided each month
In recent times a new trauma amputee service has been launched by Epworth Rehabilitation The equipment has demonstrated its true worth and adaptability with the amputee patient group The equipment allows our staff to cater for the needs of all trauma patients regardless of physical impairment
The following story depicts how the Primary Clubrsquos generous support aids our trauma patients We (the Epworth staff) are very appreciative of our association with the Primary Club
Brendanrsquos StoryLance Bombardier Brendan Dover was a Forward Observer for the 812 Regiment 1st Brigade and served in Afghanistan on Mentoring Taskforce 2 in 2010 On 19th December 2010 Brendan was hit by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) that blew his left foot off and caused horrendous injuries to his left arm which has left his hand unusable Brendan arrived at Epworth on 1st January after being in a coma for 7 days and receiving life saving treatment in Afghanistan and Germany Brendan spent 2 years in the rehabilitation centre at Epworth and built up the strength again to walk with the aid of a prosthetic and successfully returned to work in early May 2011 Unfortunately due to complications caused from length and shape of his stump Brendan required a further amputation which occurred in December 2012 Brendanrsquos stump has matured and he started rehabilitation at Epworth again in late January 2013 He is currently in rehabilitation 3 days a week Currently his schedule is for 1 hour hydrotherapy 1 hour gym work 1 hour prosthetic maintenance and strengthening and 1 hour running group Brendan intends on recovering fully in May and returning to work after a successful rehabilitation process
Marathon Cricket IVTwo big days at the SCG raises over $100000 for charities Thank you to each and every person who contributed to the success of Marathon Cricket at the Sydney Cricket Ground on 24th and 25th January last In all over 500 players umpires and officials had the opportunity to experience their dream of playing cricket on the SCG
The Primary Club of Australia and Marathon Cricket committees really appreciated the enthusiasm and spirit shown by all team managers and their squads the co-operation when lsquolittle thingsrsquo went awry in the programming well done to the winners who celebrated and the losers who drowned their sorrows in the Membersrsquo Bar Once again we had players and umpires from all over ndash Perth Bendigo Port Macquarie Dubbo Newcastle Wagga Wagga and even lsquothe Shirersquo The price of success is that more new teams are hearing about Marathon Cricket and have already expressed interest in signing up for next year
Of the 44 possible team innings (22 matches) all of them happened and pretty much close to scheduled time ndash a tribute to Match Officials Nick Houseman and Joe Scarcella and the umpire co-ordinators Jim Cameron Brian Ferguson and Karl Wentzel
Thanks to curator Tom Parker the wicket and outer ground was in excellent condition as always His team created two specially prepared wickets in the outer on Day 2 so that we could stage our Special Olympics and Blind cricket matches Thanks too to Scott Henderson and Steve Clark from the SCG for all the behind-the-scenes organisation ndash security cleaning planning scheduling and access to Ross and Dianne for the scoreboard operation and to Stephanie and Kate from DNC for all the sensational catering
Folks this event would not happen without our corporate teamsrsquo contribution Doing it for just the clubs and social teams we wouldnrsquot make a dollar Telstra and Cisco have completed their fourth Marathon (2 teams each year) and NSW Government and Tru Blu Beverages their third Marathon Tru Blu also supplied soft drinks and ldquoWaterfords Sparklingrdquo for players To newcomers - Travelex Wymap Logicalis Astrontech and the Sargood Centre - we trust that you all enjoyed the experience and yoursquoll be back next year
The feature match of Marathon Cricket this year The Battle of the Codes Twenty20 was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end
Overall the event was beneficial to the tune of $105k profit up from last yearrsquos $86k Our disabled sports charities will see the benefit of that directly ndash particularly the Sydney Childrenrsquos Hospital and the Sargood Centre Another $5000 was raised for Pain Management Research by 90 Walkers on the Thursday who participated in their ldquoWalk Against Painrdquo up from 50 last year
The Thursday evening Dinner was a great success particularly because of the inspiring contributions of Richie Benaud Rod Macqueen and the panel of Jimmy Smith Wendell Sailor Jason Little and Robbie Deans plus the other sports lsquoLegendsrsquo and politicians who supported the event And what a fantastic job by Master of Ceremonies Simon Marnie and Auctioneer Ed Riley Most reports have indicated the meal served by DNC was top class and suitably complemented by the beverages And for those who didnrsquot hear the Travelex team won the Corporate Cup and is still celebrating Has anyone dared to tell them they must return the cup for next year
And my special thanks to Jim Winchester and his Marathon Committee ndash who all worked extremely hard in the lead-up to and during the event And how about Linton Ritchie Robin Low and those 70 volunteers ndash always smiling and helpful even when they didnrsquot quite know all the answers Thanks also to photographer webmeister and twitter twitterer Benjamin Richards
Finally to the team managers our sincere thanks You organised all those players got them dressed appropriately did their paperwork for them had them turn up on time for photos and inspired them to raise their spirits and remember our shared mission at all times Please sign up again next year so that while you live your dream of playing cricket on the SCG you are also helping folks with a disability live theirs
Top players will take home different memories of their time in the centre
Top Right Two photos showing participants in the Walk Against Pain Walkers raised over $5000 for Pain Management Research
Right the panel of (left to right) Jimmy Smith Jason Little Wendell Sailor and Robbie Deans
RESULTSSummary game scores are available from the wwwmarathoncricketcom website The Troopers (for my team) put in the largest net run result with 105 and only 4 wickets lost However overall the Twelfth Manrsquos team helped by a lower wicket count netted 1180 runs to defeat the Presidentrsquos Team with 1133 runs This now evens the series 2-all although I hear Richie is still pleading a case at the ICC on how last yearrsquos result in the rain was decided under the twisted ldquoDuckworth-Lewis method champagnoiserdquo
Has anyone spoken to the poor guy who faced 6 deliveries and got out 5 times ndash twice bowled twice caught and once stumped
Jim Maxwell
President
The Primary Club of Australia can be found on Twitter and Facebook wwwtwittercomPrimaryClubAust and wwwfacebookcomPrimaryClubofAustralia
During the Marathon Cricket many players and officials tweeted about their experience Like Jimmy Smith and his Golden Duck
Photos from Marathon Cricket 2013 (and other years) are available via the Marathon Cricket website wwwmarathoncricketcom
Top Manly DCA played a father and sons match early on Day Two
Below The Blind Cricket NSW team prior to their match vs the Primary Club Ever wondered how Blind Cricket is played For more information visit the Blind Cricket NSW website - wwwblindcricketnswcom
Battle of the CodesWhen Rugby meets League on the cricket pitchIn front of several hundred sports fans Marathon Cricket was the backdrop for the Battle of the Codes Twenty20 between a team of Rugby League legends and their Rugby Union counterparts
The League Team consisted of Matt Adamson Justin Dooley Ryan Cross Todd Greenberg Wendell Sailor Michael Gillett Jason Taylor Jimmy Smith Todd Payten Bryan Fletcher and Luke Patten
The legends of Union Team were Richard Harry Matt Dunning Michael Hercus Phil Waugh Bernard Foley Michael Hodge Robbie Deans David Croft Simon Kasprowicz Scott Gourley and Jason Little
The match was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end Bernard Foley starred with the bat scoring 58no (three sixes) for the Union team while Todd Payten scored 36 off just 28 deliveries (two huge sixes) towards the tail of the League innings after Ryan Cross knocked up a stylish 26 earlier Bowling honours were shared around but how about Phil Waughrsquos performance behind the stumps ndash 4 catches and 1 stumping
Right Australian Wallabies Coach - Robbie Deans christened Cauliflower Club Cap 1 on the day in the middle of the SCG
Below the victorious Rugby League stars in the NSW Australian dressing room at the end of the game
BATTLEOF THE CODES
Battle of the Codes 24th January 2013
RUGBY LEAGUE CAPTAIN JIMMY SMITH INTRODUCES RICHIE BENAUD TO HIS TEAM SCORE SHEETS FROM THE EVENT CAN BE FOUND ON THE MARATHONCRICKETCOM WEBSITE OR BY CLICKING HERE
THE LAUNCH OF THE CAULIFLOWER CLUBA roughnut division of the Primary Club of Australia
Our rugby brethren share our keenness to help people with a disability particularly those caused by sporting injuries through the provision of recreational and rehabilitative facilities
The Primary Clubrsquos launch of its ldquoalliancerdquo with the Rugby community via the Cauliflower Club was held at Sheraton on the Park Grand Ballroom Elizabeth Street Sydney hosted by long standing Primary Club member The Honorable Barry OrsquoFarrell MP Premier of NSW on Monday 12th November
Members of the Cauliflower Club will donate money every time a Wallaby front-rower scores a try in a Test against a major rugby nation We reckon $50 a try the first time it happens in the year at which point members can opt out of paying for the rest of the year or ndash if yoursquore feeling strong ndash $50 for every successive try in the year thereafter
Though a separate entity the Cauliflower Club will be run via the Primary Club meaning all donations will be tax deductible and we will use Primary Club administrative resources and infrastructure
We are honoured to have Australiarsquos most venerable rugby front-rower of them all Sir Nicholas Shehadie as our Patron The money will be distributed back to rugby charities most particularly spinal rehabilitation units Hearts in Union and so forth with the provision of equipment and facilities
Peter FitzSimons President
Left Peter FitzSimons presents NSW Premier Barry OrsquoFarrell MP with the Clubrsquos first tie Above Phil Kearns (left) sits with Joe Hockey Federal Opposition Treasurer (right) and Mike Baird NSW Treasurer (standing) at the Cauliflower Club luncheon Below - three former Australian Rugby Test Captains standing - John Eales Sir Nicholas Shehadie and Nick Farr-Jones
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ~ $2750bull Exclusivenamingrightsforyourracebull Fullpageadvertisementinracebookbull Courseentryracebookprivatetotefacilitiesbuffetlunchincluding
beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
featuring your name as a Race Sponsorbull Approximately2000TABoutletsandagencieswillpostyournameasa
Race Sponsorbull SydneyandmetropolitannewspaperswillprintyournameontheForm
Guide and race results the following daybull Livebroadcastingofyourraceon2KYplusNBNtelevisioncoverageof
the dayrsquos event on the evening newsbull WinningPostsignageplustheopportunitytodisplaypromotional
banners in the saddling enclosurebull Groupphotographwiththewinninghorse
Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
Last Man StandsSupporting the organisations that support us On Sunday March 10 the Primary Club became the beneficiary of all the funds raised at a charity cricket day at Moore Park (Sydney) organised by the ldquoLast Man Standsrdquo organisation
Arranged as part of a regular annual LMS fixture there were concession stalls music a raffle and even a hot dog eating competition all to raise funds
A good crowd of maybe 200 or so including lots of delightful young ladies lazed around the boundary and cheered on their heroes playing in two T20 matches on Ground 13
A small group of Primary Club Committee including Rick Glover Jim Winchester Jim Maxwell Benjamin Richards and Linton Ritchie were there to support the dayrsquos events Kerry Henry from the Cauliflower Club also lsquoput up his shinglersquo to promote their membership Having a presence and showing our thanks to Rob Stevenson and his crew for selecting the Primary Club as the dayrsquos beneficiary was our primary purpose in attending The whole dayrsquos events raised over $6400 for the Primary Club a marvellous effort from a wonderful group of people
Partner charity organisations Wheelchair Sports NSW and Sailability NSW were represented by Claire Koski and Stephen Churm (and one of his sailboats) Claire plays for the NSW Breakers cricket team and is a very special young lady Her teamrsquos record is astonishing so we clearly had a very capable young woman in our presence Her boyfriend Rhys Baxter has been in a wheelchair for seven years hence her support for the Primary Club and the LMS charity day She is a clear-minded athletic 22-year-old with a determination to improve every aspect of her life including her status in the Breakers team We are very much hoping that we can work closely with her over the coming months to bring an awareness of our Club and its activities to the top levels of Womens Cricket in Australia
An excellent day for all involved and the Primary Club
Linton Ritchie Membership Convener
Top Partner charity organisations Wheelchair Sports NSW and Sailability NSW were represented by Claire Koski and Stephen Churm (and one his dinghies)
Middle Rob Stevenson and his fearless crew holding on tight
Below Our records go back many many years however we believe that potentially this is the first and only time a Hot Dog eating contest has raised funds for the Primary Club of Australia
More photos of the day can be found on the Primary Club website
wwwprimaryclubcom
Our donationsMake the difference in our communities
THE PRIMARY CLUB DONATES BIKES AND A SHED TO THE HILLS SCHOOL
The Hills School caters for students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities physical disabilities sensory impairments and students with autism spectrum disorders
A MESSAGE TO THE MEMBERS FROM SHANNA PEREIRA PE COORDINATOR THE HILLS SCHOOL NORTHMEAD
I just wanted to send you a quick note to say thank you to the Primary Club for your generous contribution to our school It is only through the kindness and generosity that we are able to run exercise programs and provide great resources for our students to use at school
Work has finished on our bike shed and I wanted to show you some pictures of what the shed looks like and some of our students using the bikes your organisation helped us to purchase
Once again on behalf of our students and staff I would like to extend our gratitude and appreciation for the generous contribution of The Primary Club to The Hills School
Top Playground equipment at the opening of the Aspect Hunter School
Middle The NSW Special Olympics team recipients of sporting equipment from the Primary Club of Australia at the recent Inaugural Special Olympics Australia cricket tournament over the 9-10 February 2013
Bottom Wheelchairs donated to Wheelchairs Sports NSW
Right The Hills School North-mead - recipients of bikes and a bike shed from the Primary Club of Australia
RECENT DONATIONSSailability NSW Jannali NSW $9000Sails The sails purchased were second hand having been used only once before We made a saving of $11000 on buying them new
Wheelchair Sports NSW Putney $17190Six basketball wheelchairs These wheelchairs are specifically made and will be used for new and developing players
Sunnyfield Castle Hill $4686Exercise equipment Sunnyfield is a home for intellectually disabled boys in Castle Hill
The Hills School Northmead $20040Bike shed and Bikes The Hills School uses a variety of bikes for students and a shed to house them
Sailability VIC The Boatshed Albert Park $12500 2 x Access 23 Sailboats Two boats complete with sail decal for their Albert Park centre
Special Olympics Australia Newcastle $4500Trophies and goal posts
Clarke Road School Hornsby $40818Two playgrounds and softfall surface
Scope (Vic) Box Hill Vic $2500Goals Flags etc (below) Equipment for Balloon Football League and Modified Cricket program
Victorian CricketBlind Ducks Trophy match between Primary Club and Victorian Blind Cricket17 February 2013
The Primary Club ventured to the lush surrounds of Kooyong for the 4th annual Blind Ducks Trophy on a very hot Sunday in February Primaries skipper Roland Burt won the toss and seeing a hard and fast wicket elected to bat Boonie Hollingsworth and Eddie Burt got off to a slow start against some accurate bowling especially from Montesanti and Pritchard and Boonie was retired after 5 overs for a slow run rate Henry Boileau lasted only 2 balls before being bowled around his legs for a duck by a quick one from Pritchard Lachie Ross top scored with 16 not out and had good support from Neilson (10) and George Burney (7) then Ross Burney managed a quick 9 at the end with the Primaries closing on 89 - probably a little below par in the conditions
Pritchard with 23 (retired) held the Victorian Blind Cricket Association top order together but at 6-45 off 102 overs the blind guys had a mountain to climb But Tzourtzoukils (17 not out) and Spencer (11) put on 24 for the 7th wicket to put them back in the match before Eddie Burt whipped the bails off after 2 relay throws (G Burney to R Burney to E Burt) to run out Spencer and they were still 20 runs short with 5 overs remaining with 3 wickets in hand Causon lasted only a couple of balls before being bowled to make it 8-73 off 16 and things were again looking grim for VBCA But totally blind Close (6 off 8) combined with Tzourtzoukils for an exciting unbeaten 9th wicket partnership (17 from 23) to bring VBCA home off the 2nd last ball of the day Close hitting the winning runs The Blind Ducks Trophy returns to Kooyong
Man of the match was Close for his heroics in the last few overs as well as some economical bowling early on
Scorebook on VBCA website
httpwwwvbcaorgauresultsresultsphpresult_file=season1213scorecardsVBCA20v20Primary20Club_170213htm
A tremendous day for all Thanks to VBCA for hosting
Victorian Activities Primary Club XII play on the Melbourne Cricket GroundOn Thursday 28 February a Primary Club XII had the honour of playing in a Twenty20 match on the hallowed turf of the Melbourne Cricket Ground thanks to Cricket Victoriarsquos Lindsay Hassett Club
To raise awareness for the Primary Club in Victoria and to drive memberships and raise funds the Melbourne Committee organised an online social media campaign to recruit memberplayers for its team 4 places from a member lsquolucky drawrsquo another 4 spots from the online auction and a final 4 places allocated via two corporate sponsorships from Rural Co (courtesy Greg OrsquoNeil) and a very generous donation from Mr Jeff Chapman The net proceeds to the Primary Club from the day came to over $16000 to support projects at Sailability Albert Park and Scope Box Hill
The day got off to a great start with the team being put through its paces with a 2-hour ldquohigh performancerdquo training session on the MCG indoor nets hosted by Cricket Victoria High Performance Manager Tim McCaskill and coach of reigning Premiership Cricket team Richmond Jarrad Loughman Bushrangers players Ryan Carters and Steven Reed were also very generous with their time on the day The technology available to the modern cricketer is astounding Video analysis speed guns and the ldquoPro Batterrdquo where you can literally face the bowling of any International player ndash I can tell you itrsquos quite daunting to wait while James Anderson runs in to bowl at you while umpire Asad Rauf looks on from behind the stumps
As for the match itself the Primary Club valiantly chased a very competitive total just failing to get across the line However the result was the last thing on everyonersquos minds The day was capped off by some formal proceedings in the ldquoPlayers Viewing Boxrdquo where we were honoured to have President Jim Maxwell visiting from Sydney We are all looking forward to the DVD of the match and next yearrsquos fixture
Special thanks again to Tim Gledhill Richard Lugg Marina Dowling and Lauren Turner from Cricket Victoria for organising such a wonderful event
Geoff Craig Victorian Committee
Top ldquoLH Bluerdquo The Primary Club XII on the MCG Scoreboard
Top right Edward Kemp (Primary Club Vic) thanks Tim Gledhill Lauren Turner Ryan Carters and Steven Reed from Cricket Victoria
Right Primary Club President Jim Maxwell Primary Club Vic Committee members Gideon Haigh amp Edward Kemp with Tim Gledhill from CV
Bottom right Some Primary Club Team members (L to R) James Nott Shane Walker (top scorer 33 off 20 bf) Chris Cunningham Steve Hollingsworth Christopher Lahoud Damien Crossling Steve Kish amp Mike Bullock (top wicket taker)
Below Primary Club Captain Geoff Craig losing the toss
Epworth RehabilitationEPWORTH REHABILITATION IS RECOGNISED AS A WORLD LEADER IN THE FIELD OF TRAUMA REHABILITATION In 2005 the Primary Club generously provided funding for the purchase of purpose-built exercise equipment for the Epworth Rehabilitation Unit Through the purchase of the specialised equipment we have been able to provide our patients with more advanced therapy techniques and lead many unique research initiatives
Since the Primary Clubrsquos donation in 2005 over 400 hundred trauma patients have had access to the rehabilitation equipment The equipment is used on a daily basis culminating in approximately 600 individual treatment sessions being provided each month
In recent times a new trauma amputee service has been launched by Epworth Rehabilitation The equipment has demonstrated its true worth and adaptability with the amputee patient group The equipment allows our staff to cater for the needs of all trauma patients regardless of physical impairment
The following story depicts how the Primary Clubrsquos generous support aids our trauma patients We (the Epworth staff) are very appreciative of our association with the Primary Club
Brendanrsquos StoryLance Bombardier Brendan Dover was a Forward Observer for the 812 Regiment 1st Brigade and served in Afghanistan on Mentoring Taskforce 2 in 2010 On 19th December 2010 Brendan was hit by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) that blew his left foot off and caused horrendous injuries to his left arm which has left his hand unusable Brendan arrived at Epworth on 1st January after being in a coma for 7 days and receiving life saving treatment in Afghanistan and Germany Brendan spent 2 years in the rehabilitation centre at Epworth and built up the strength again to walk with the aid of a prosthetic and successfully returned to work in early May 2011 Unfortunately due to complications caused from length and shape of his stump Brendan required a further amputation which occurred in December 2012 Brendanrsquos stump has matured and he started rehabilitation at Epworth again in late January 2013 He is currently in rehabilitation 3 days a week Currently his schedule is for 1 hour hydrotherapy 1 hour gym work 1 hour prosthetic maintenance and strengthening and 1 hour running group Brendan intends on recovering fully in May and returning to work after a successful rehabilitation process
Marathon Cricket IVTwo big days at the SCG raises over $100000 for charities Thank you to each and every person who contributed to the success of Marathon Cricket at the Sydney Cricket Ground on 24th and 25th January last In all over 500 players umpires and officials had the opportunity to experience their dream of playing cricket on the SCG
The Primary Club of Australia and Marathon Cricket committees really appreciated the enthusiasm and spirit shown by all team managers and their squads the co-operation when lsquolittle thingsrsquo went awry in the programming well done to the winners who celebrated and the losers who drowned their sorrows in the Membersrsquo Bar Once again we had players and umpires from all over ndash Perth Bendigo Port Macquarie Dubbo Newcastle Wagga Wagga and even lsquothe Shirersquo The price of success is that more new teams are hearing about Marathon Cricket and have already expressed interest in signing up for next year
Of the 44 possible team innings (22 matches) all of them happened and pretty much close to scheduled time ndash a tribute to Match Officials Nick Houseman and Joe Scarcella and the umpire co-ordinators Jim Cameron Brian Ferguson and Karl Wentzel
Thanks to curator Tom Parker the wicket and outer ground was in excellent condition as always His team created two specially prepared wickets in the outer on Day 2 so that we could stage our Special Olympics and Blind cricket matches Thanks too to Scott Henderson and Steve Clark from the SCG for all the behind-the-scenes organisation ndash security cleaning planning scheduling and access to Ross and Dianne for the scoreboard operation and to Stephanie and Kate from DNC for all the sensational catering
Folks this event would not happen without our corporate teamsrsquo contribution Doing it for just the clubs and social teams we wouldnrsquot make a dollar Telstra and Cisco have completed their fourth Marathon (2 teams each year) and NSW Government and Tru Blu Beverages their third Marathon Tru Blu also supplied soft drinks and ldquoWaterfords Sparklingrdquo for players To newcomers - Travelex Wymap Logicalis Astrontech and the Sargood Centre - we trust that you all enjoyed the experience and yoursquoll be back next year
The feature match of Marathon Cricket this year The Battle of the Codes Twenty20 was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end
Overall the event was beneficial to the tune of $105k profit up from last yearrsquos $86k Our disabled sports charities will see the benefit of that directly ndash particularly the Sydney Childrenrsquos Hospital and the Sargood Centre Another $5000 was raised for Pain Management Research by 90 Walkers on the Thursday who participated in their ldquoWalk Against Painrdquo up from 50 last year
The Thursday evening Dinner was a great success particularly because of the inspiring contributions of Richie Benaud Rod Macqueen and the panel of Jimmy Smith Wendell Sailor Jason Little and Robbie Deans plus the other sports lsquoLegendsrsquo and politicians who supported the event And what a fantastic job by Master of Ceremonies Simon Marnie and Auctioneer Ed Riley Most reports have indicated the meal served by DNC was top class and suitably complemented by the beverages And for those who didnrsquot hear the Travelex team won the Corporate Cup and is still celebrating Has anyone dared to tell them they must return the cup for next year
And my special thanks to Jim Winchester and his Marathon Committee ndash who all worked extremely hard in the lead-up to and during the event And how about Linton Ritchie Robin Low and those 70 volunteers ndash always smiling and helpful even when they didnrsquot quite know all the answers Thanks also to photographer webmeister and twitter twitterer Benjamin Richards
Finally to the team managers our sincere thanks You organised all those players got them dressed appropriately did their paperwork for them had them turn up on time for photos and inspired them to raise their spirits and remember our shared mission at all times Please sign up again next year so that while you live your dream of playing cricket on the SCG you are also helping folks with a disability live theirs
Top players will take home different memories of their time in the centre
Top Right Two photos showing participants in the Walk Against Pain Walkers raised over $5000 for Pain Management Research
Right the panel of (left to right) Jimmy Smith Jason Little Wendell Sailor and Robbie Deans
RESULTSSummary game scores are available from the wwwmarathoncricketcom website The Troopers (for my team) put in the largest net run result with 105 and only 4 wickets lost However overall the Twelfth Manrsquos team helped by a lower wicket count netted 1180 runs to defeat the Presidentrsquos Team with 1133 runs This now evens the series 2-all although I hear Richie is still pleading a case at the ICC on how last yearrsquos result in the rain was decided under the twisted ldquoDuckworth-Lewis method champagnoiserdquo
Has anyone spoken to the poor guy who faced 6 deliveries and got out 5 times ndash twice bowled twice caught and once stumped
Jim Maxwell
President
The Primary Club of Australia can be found on Twitter and Facebook wwwtwittercomPrimaryClubAust and wwwfacebookcomPrimaryClubofAustralia
During the Marathon Cricket many players and officials tweeted about their experience Like Jimmy Smith and his Golden Duck
Photos from Marathon Cricket 2013 (and other years) are available via the Marathon Cricket website wwwmarathoncricketcom
Top Manly DCA played a father and sons match early on Day Two
Below The Blind Cricket NSW team prior to their match vs the Primary Club Ever wondered how Blind Cricket is played For more information visit the Blind Cricket NSW website - wwwblindcricketnswcom
Battle of the CodesWhen Rugby meets League on the cricket pitchIn front of several hundred sports fans Marathon Cricket was the backdrop for the Battle of the Codes Twenty20 between a team of Rugby League legends and their Rugby Union counterparts
The League Team consisted of Matt Adamson Justin Dooley Ryan Cross Todd Greenberg Wendell Sailor Michael Gillett Jason Taylor Jimmy Smith Todd Payten Bryan Fletcher and Luke Patten
The legends of Union Team were Richard Harry Matt Dunning Michael Hercus Phil Waugh Bernard Foley Michael Hodge Robbie Deans David Croft Simon Kasprowicz Scott Gourley and Jason Little
The match was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end Bernard Foley starred with the bat scoring 58no (three sixes) for the Union team while Todd Payten scored 36 off just 28 deliveries (two huge sixes) towards the tail of the League innings after Ryan Cross knocked up a stylish 26 earlier Bowling honours were shared around but how about Phil Waughrsquos performance behind the stumps ndash 4 catches and 1 stumping
Right Australian Wallabies Coach - Robbie Deans christened Cauliflower Club Cap 1 on the day in the middle of the SCG
Below the victorious Rugby League stars in the NSW Australian dressing room at the end of the game
BATTLEOF THE CODES
Battle of the Codes 24th January 2013
RUGBY LEAGUE CAPTAIN JIMMY SMITH INTRODUCES RICHIE BENAUD TO HIS TEAM SCORE SHEETS FROM THE EVENT CAN BE FOUND ON THE MARATHONCRICKETCOM WEBSITE OR BY CLICKING HERE
THE LAUNCH OF THE CAULIFLOWER CLUBA roughnut division of the Primary Club of Australia
Our rugby brethren share our keenness to help people with a disability particularly those caused by sporting injuries through the provision of recreational and rehabilitative facilities
The Primary Clubrsquos launch of its ldquoalliancerdquo with the Rugby community via the Cauliflower Club was held at Sheraton on the Park Grand Ballroom Elizabeth Street Sydney hosted by long standing Primary Club member The Honorable Barry OrsquoFarrell MP Premier of NSW on Monday 12th November
Members of the Cauliflower Club will donate money every time a Wallaby front-rower scores a try in a Test against a major rugby nation We reckon $50 a try the first time it happens in the year at which point members can opt out of paying for the rest of the year or ndash if yoursquore feeling strong ndash $50 for every successive try in the year thereafter
Though a separate entity the Cauliflower Club will be run via the Primary Club meaning all donations will be tax deductible and we will use Primary Club administrative resources and infrastructure
We are honoured to have Australiarsquos most venerable rugby front-rower of them all Sir Nicholas Shehadie as our Patron The money will be distributed back to rugby charities most particularly spinal rehabilitation units Hearts in Union and so forth with the provision of equipment and facilities
Peter FitzSimons President
Left Peter FitzSimons presents NSW Premier Barry OrsquoFarrell MP with the Clubrsquos first tie Above Phil Kearns (left) sits with Joe Hockey Federal Opposition Treasurer (right) and Mike Baird NSW Treasurer (standing) at the Cauliflower Club luncheon Below - three former Australian Rugby Test Captains standing - John Eales Sir Nicholas Shehadie and Nick Farr-Jones
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ~ $2750bull Exclusivenamingrightsforyourracebull Fullpageadvertisementinracebookbull Courseentryracebookprivatetotefacilitiesbuffetlunchincluding
beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
featuring your name as a Race Sponsorbull Approximately2000TABoutletsandagencieswillpostyournameasa
Race Sponsorbull SydneyandmetropolitannewspaperswillprintyournameontheForm
Guide and race results the following daybull Livebroadcastingofyourraceon2KYplusNBNtelevisioncoverageof
the dayrsquos event on the evening newsbull WinningPostsignageplustheopportunitytodisplaypromotional
banners in the saddling enclosurebull Groupphotographwiththewinninghorse
Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
Our donationsMake the difference in our communities
THE PRIMARY CLUB DONATES BIKES AND A SHED TO THE HILLS SCHOOL
The Hills School caters for students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities physical disabilities sensory impairments and students with autism spectrum disorders
A MESSAGE TO THE MEMBERS FROM SHANNA PEREIRA PE COORDINATOR THE HILLS SCHOOL NORTHMEAD
I just wanted to send you a quick note to say thank you to the Primary Club for your generous contribution to our school It is only through the kindness and generosity that we are able to run exercise programs and provide great resources for our students to use at school
Work has finished on our bike shed and I wanted to show you some pictures of what the shed looks like and some of our students using the bikes your organisation helped us to purchase
Once again on behalf of our students and staff I would like to extend our gratitude and appreciation for the generous contribution of The Primary Club to The Hills School
Top Playground equipment at the opening of the Aspect Hunter School
Middle The NSW Special Olympics team recipients of sporting equipment from the Primary Club of Australia at the recent Inaugural Special Olympics Australia cricket tournament over the 9-10 February 2013
Bottom Wheelchairs donated to Wheelchairs Sports NSW
Right The Hills School North-mead - recipients of bikes and a bike shed from the Primary Club of Australia
RECENT DONATIONSSailability NSW Jannali NSW $9000Sails The sails purchased were second hand having been used only once before We made a saving of $11000 on buying them new
Wheelchair Sports NSW Putney $17190Six basketball wheelchairs These wheelchairs are specifically made and will be used for new and developing players
Sunnyfield Castle Hill $4686Exercise equipment Sunnyfield is a home for intellectually disabled boys in Castle Hill
The Hills School Northmead $20040Bike shed and Bikes The Hills School uses a variety of bikes for students and a shed to house them
Sailability VIC The Boatshed Albert Park $12500 2 x Access 23 Sailboats Two boats complete with sail decal for their Albert Park centre
Special Olympics Australia Newcastle $4500Trophies and goal posts
Clarke Road School Hornsby $40818Two playgrounds and softfall surface
Scope (Vic) Box Hill Vic $2500Goals Flags etc (below) Equipment for Balloon Football League and Modified Cricket program
Victorian CricketBlind Ducks Trophy match between Primary Club and Victorian Blind Cricket17 February 2013
The Primary Club ventured to the lush surrounds of Kooyong for the 4th annual Blind Ducks Trophy on a very hot Sunday in February Primaries skipper Roland Burt won the toss and seeing a hard and fast wicket elected to bat Boonie Hollingsworth and Eddie Burt got off to a slow start against some accurate bowling especially from Montesanti and Pritchard and Boonie was retired after 5 overs for a slow run rate Henry Boileau lasted only 2 balls before being bowled around his legs for a duck by a quick one from Pritchard Lachie Ross top scored with 16 not out and had good support from Neilson (10) and George Burney (7) then Ross Burney managed a quick 9 at the end with the Primaries closing on 89 - probably a little below par in the conditions
Pritchard with 23 (retired) held the Victorian Blind Cricket Association top order together but at 6-45 off 102 overs the blind guys had a mountain to climb But Tzourtzoukils (17 not out) and Spencer (11) put on 24 for the 7th wicket to put them back in the match before Eddie Burt whipped the bails off after 2 relay throws (G Burney to R Burney to E Burt) to run out Spencer and they were still 20 runs short with 5 overs remaining with 3 wickets in hand Causon lasted only a couple of balls before being bowled to make it 8-73 off 16 and things were again looking grim for VBCA But totally blind Close (6 off 8) combined with Tzourtzoukils for an exciting unbeaten 9th wicket partnership (17 from 23) to bring VBCA home off the 2nd last ball of the day Close hitting the winning runs The Blind Ducks Trophy returns to Kooyong
Man of the match was Close for his heroics in the last few overs as well as some economical bowling early on
Scorebook on VBCA website
httpwwwvbcaorgauresultsresultsphpresult_file=season1213scorecardsVBCA20v20Primary20Club_170213htm
A tremendous day for all Thanks to VBCA for hosting
Victorian Activities Primary Club XII play on the Melbourne Cricket GroundOn Thursday 28 February a Primary Club XII had the honour of playing in a Twenty20 match on the hallowed turf of the Melbourne Cricket Ground thanks to Cricket Victoriarsquos Lindsay Hassett Club
To raise awareness for the Primary Club in Victoria and to drive memberships and raise funds the Melbourne Committee organised an online social media campaign to recruit memberplayers for its team 4 places from a member lsquolucky drawrsquo another 4 spots from the online auction and a final 4 places allocated via two corporate sponsorships from Rural Co (courtesy Greg OrsquoNeil) and a very generous donation from Mr Jeff Chapman The net proceeds to the Primary Club from the day came to over $16000 to support projects at Sailability Albert Park and Scope Box Hill
The day got off to a great start with the team being put through its paces with a 2-hour ldquohigh performancerdquo training session on the MCG indoor nets hosted by Cricket Victoria High Performance Manager Tim McCaskill and coach of reigning Premiership Cricket team Richmond Jarrad Loughman Bushrangers players Ryan Carters and Steven Reed were also very generous with their time on the day The technology available to the modern cricketer is astounding Video analysis speed guns and the ldquoPro Batterrdquo where you can literally face the bowling of any International player ndash I can tell you itrsquos quite daunting to wait while James Anderson runs in to bowl at you while umpire Asad Rauf looks on from behind the stumps
As for the match itself the Primary Club valiantly chased a very competitive total just failing to get across the line However the result was the last thing on everyonersquos minds The day was capped off by some formal proceedings in the ldquoPlayers Viewing Boxrdquo where we were honoured to have President Jim Maxwell visiting from Sydney We are all looking forward to the DVD of the match and next yearrsquos fixture
Special thanks again to Tim Gledhill Richard Lugg Marina Dowling and Lauren Turner from Cricket Victoria for organising such a wonderful event
Geoff Craig Victorian Committee
Top ldquoLH Bluerdquo The Primary Club XII on the MCG Scoreboard
Top right Edward Kemp (Primary Club Vic) thanks Tim Gledhill Lauren Turner Ryan Carters and Steven Reed from Cricket Victoria
Right Primary Club President Jim Maxwell Primary Club Vic Committee members Gideon Haigh amp Edward Kemp with Tim Gledhill from CV
Bottom right Some Primary Club Team members (L to R) James Nott Shane Walker (top scorer 33 off 20 bf) Chris Cunningham Steve Hollingsworth Christopher Lahoud Damien Crossling Steve Kish amp Mike Bullock (top wicket taker)
Below Primary Club Captain Geoff Craig losing the toss
Epworth RehabilitationEPWORTH REHABILITATION IS RECOGNISED AS A WORLD LEADER IN THE FIELD OF TRAUMA REHABILITATION In 2005 the Primary Club generously provided funding for the purchase of purpose-built exercise equipment for the Epworth Rehabilitation Unit Through the purchase of the specialised equipment we have been able to provide our patients with more advanced therapy techniques and lead many unique research initiatives
Since the Primary Clubrsquos donation in 2005 over 400 hundred trauma patients have had access to the rehabilitation equipment The equipment is used on a daily basis culminating in approximately 600 individual treatment sessions being provided each month
In recent times a new trauma amputee service has been launched by Epworth Rehabilitation The equipment has demonstrated its true worth and adaptability with the amputee patient group The equipment allows our staff to cater for the needs of all trauma patients regardless of physical impairment
The following story depicts how the Primary Clubrsquos generous support aids our trauma patients We (the Epworth staff) are very appreciative of our association with the Primary Club
Brendanrsquos StoryLance Bombardier Brendan Dover was a Forward Observer for the 812 Regiment 1st Brigade and served in Afghanistan on Mentoring Taskforce 2 in 2010 On 19th December 2010 Brendan was hit by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) that blew his left foot off and caused horrendous injuries to his left arm which has left his hand unusable Brendan arrived at Epworth on 1st January after being in a coma for 7 days and receiving life saving treatment in Afghanistan and Germany Brendan spent 2 years in the rehabilitation centre at Epworth and built up the strength again to walk with the aid of a prosthetic and successfully returned to work in early May 2011 Unfortunately due to complications caused from length and shape of his stump Brendan required a further amputation which occurred in December 2012 Brendanrsquos stump has matured and he started rehabilitation at Epworth again in late January 2013 He is currently in rehabilitation 3 days a week Currently his schedule is for 1 hour hydrotherapy 1 hour gym work 1 hour prosthetic maintenance and strengthening and 1 hour running group Brendan intends on recovering fully in May and returning to work after a successful rehabilitation process
Marathon Cricket IVTwo big days at the SCG raises over $100000 for charities Thank you to each and every person who contributed to the success of Marathon Cricket at the Sydney Cricket Ground on 24th and 25th January last In all over 500 players umpires and officials had the opportunity to experience their dream of playing cricket on the SCG
The Primary Club of Australia and Marathon Cricket committees really appreciated the enthusiasm and spirit shown by all team managers and their squads the co-operation when lsquolittle thingsrsquo went awry in the programming well done to the winners who celebrated and the losers who drowned their sorrows in the Membersrsquo Bar Once again we had players and umpires from all over ndash Perth Bendigo Port Macquarie Dubbo Newcastle Wagga Wagga and even lsquothe Shirersquo The price of success is that more new teams are hearing about Marathon Cricket and have already expressed interest in signing up for next year
Of the 44 possible team innings (22 matches) all of them happened and pretty much close to scheduled time ndash a tribute to Match Officials Nick Houseman and Joe Scarcella and the umpire co-ordinators Jim Cameron Brian Ferguson and Karl Wentzel
Thanks to curator Tom Parker the wicket and outer ground was in excellent condition as always His team created two specially prepared wickets in the outer on Day 2 so that we could stage our Special Olympics and Blind cricket matches Thanks too to Scott Henderson and Steve Clark from the SCG for all the behind-the-scenes organisation ndash security cleaning planning scheduling and access to Ross and Dianne for the scoreboard operation and to Stephanie and Kate from DNC for all the sensational catering
Folks this event would not happen without our corporate teamsrsquo contribution Doing it for just the clubs and social teams we wouldnrsquot make a dollar Telstra and Cisco have completed their fourth Marathon (2 teams each year) and NSW Government and Tru Blu Beverages their third Marathon Tru Blu also supplied soft drinks and ldquoWaterfords Sparklingrdquo for players To newcomers - Travelex Wymap Logicalis Astrontech and the Sargood Centre - we trust that you all enjoyed the experience and yoursquoll be back next year
The feature match of Marathon Cricket this year The Battle of the Codes Twenty20 was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end
Overall the event was beneficial to the tune of $105k profit up from last yearrsquos $86k Our disabled sports charities will see the benefit of that directly ndash particularly the Sydney Childrenrsquos Hospital and the Sargood Centre Another $5000 was raised for Pain Management Research by 90 Walkers on the Thursday who participated in their ldquoWalk Against Painrdquo up from 50 last year
The Thursday evening Dinner was a great success particularly because of the inspiring contributions of Richie Benaud Rod Macqueen and the panel of Jimmy Smith Wendell Sailor Jason Little and Robbie Deans plus the other sports lsquoLegendsrsquo and politicians who supported the event And what a fantastic job by Master of Ceremonies Simon Marnie and Auctioneer Ed Riley Most reports have indicated the meal served by DNC was top class and suitably complemented by the beverages And for those who didnrsquot hear the Travelex team won the Corporate Cup and is still celebrating Has anyone dared to tell them they must return the cup for next year
And my special thanks to Jim Winchester and his Marathon Committee ndash who all worked extremely hard in the lead-up to and during the event And how about Linton Ritchie Robin Low and those 70 volunteers ndash always smiling and helpful even when they didnrsquot quite know all the answers Thanks also to photographer webmeister and twitter twitterer Benjamin Richards
Finally to the team managers our sincere thanks You organised all those players got them dressed appropriately did their paperwork for them had them turn up on time for photos and inspired them to raise their spirits and remember our shared mission at all times Please sign up again next year so that while you live your dream of playing cricket on the SCG you are also helping folks with a disability live theirs
Top players will take home different memories of their time in the centre
Top Right Two photos showing participants in the Walk Against Pain Walkers raised over $5000 for Pain Management Research
Right the panel of (left to right) Jimmy Smith Jason Little Wendell Sailor and Robbie Deans
RESULTSSummary game scores are available from the wwwmarathoncricketcom website The Troopers (for my team) put in the largest net run result with 105 and only 4 wickets lost However overall the Twelfth Manrsquos team helped by a lower wicket count netted 1180 runs to defeat the Presidentrsquos Team with 1133 runs This now evens the series 2-all although I hear Richie is still pleading a case at the ICC on how last yearrsquos result in the rain was decided under the twisted ldquoDuckworth-Lewis method champagnoiserdquo
Has anyone spoken to the poor guy who faced 6 deliveries and got out 5 times ndash twice bowled twice caught and once stumped
Jim Maxwell
President
The Primary Club of Australia can be found on Twitter and Facebook wwwtwittercomPrimaryClubAust and wwwfacebookcomPrimaryClubofAustralia
During the Marathon Cricket many players and officials tweeted about their experience Like Jimmy Smith and his Golden Duck
Photos from Marathon Cricket 2013 (and other years) are available via the Marathon Cricket website wwwmarathoncricketcom
Top Manly DCA played a father and sons match early on Day Two
Below The Blind Cricket NSW team prior to their match vs the Primary Club Ever wondered how Blind Cricket is played For more information visit the Blind Cricket NSW website - wwwblindcricketnswcom
Battle of the CodesWhen Rugby meets League on the cricket pitchIn front of several hundred sports fans Marathon Cricket was the backdrop for the Battle of the Codes Twenty20 between a team of Rugby League legends and their Rugby Union counterparts
The League Team consisted of Matt Adamson Justin Dooley Ryan Cross Todd Greenberg Wendell Sailor Michael Gillett Jason Taylor Jimmy Smith Todd Payten Bryan Fletcher and Luke Patten
The legends of Union Team were Richard Harry Matt Dunning Michael Hercus Phil Waugh Bernard Foley Michael Hodge Robbie Deans David Croft Simon Kasprowicz Scott Gourley and Jason Little
The match was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end Bernard Foley starred with the bat scoring 58no (three sixes) for the Union team while Todd Payten scored 36 off just 28 deliveries (two huge sixes) towards the tail of the League innings after Ryan Cross knocked up a stylish 26 earlier Bowling honours were shared around but how about Phil Waughrsquos performance behind the stumps ndash 4 catches and 1 stumping
Right Australian Wallabies Coach - Robbie Deans christened Cauliflower Club Cap 1 on the day in the middle of the SCG
Below the victorious Rugby League stars in the NSW Australian dressing room at the end of the game
BATTLEOF THE CODES
Battle of the Codes 24th January 2013
RUGBY LEAGUE CAPTAIN JIMMY SMITH INTRODUCES RICHIE BENAUD TO HIS TEAM SCORE SHEETS FROM THE EVENT CAN BE FOUND ON THE MARATHONCRICKETCOM WEBSITE OR BY CLICKING HERE
THE LAUNCH OF THE CAULIFLOWER CLUBA roughnut division of the Primary Club of Australia
Our rugby brethren share our keenness to help people with a disability particularly those caused by sporting injuries through the provision of recreational and rehabilitative facilities
The Primary Clubrsquos launch of its ldquoalliancerdquo with the Rugby community via the Cauliflower Club was held at Sheraton on the Park Grand Ballroom Elizabeth Street Sydney hosted by long standing Primary Club member The Honorable Barry OrsquoFarrell MP Premier of NSW on Monday 12th November
Members of the Cauliflower Club will donate money every time a Wallaby front-rower scores a try in a Test against a major rugby nation We reckon $50 a try the first time it happens in the year at which point members can opt out of paying for the rest of the year or ndash if yoursquore feeling strong ndash $50 for every successive try in the year thereafter
Though a separate entity the Cauliflower Club will be run via the Primary Club meaning all donations will be tax deductible and we will use Primary Club administrative resources and infrastructure
We are honoured to have Australiarsquos most venerable rugby front-rower of them all Sir Nicholas Shehadie as our Patron The money will be distributed back to rugby charities most particularly spinal rehabilitation units Hearts in Union and so forth with the provision of equipment and facilities
Peter FitzSimons President
Left Peter FitzSimons presents NSW Premier Barry OrsquoFarrell MP with the Clubrsquos first tie Above Phil Kearns (left) sits with Joe Hockey Federal Opposition Treasurer (right) and Mike Baird NSW Treasurer (standing) at the Cauliflower Club luncheon Below - three former Australian Rugby Test Captains standing - John Eales Sir Nicholas Shehadie and Nick Farr-Jones
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ~ $2750bull Exclusivenamingrightsforyourracebull Fullpageadvertisementinracebookbull Courseentryracebookprivatetotefacilitiesbuffetlunchincluding
beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
featuring your name as a Race Sponsorbull Approximately2000TABoutletsandagencieswillpostyournameasa
Race Sponsorbull SydneyandmetropolitannewspaperswillprintyournameontheForm
Guide and race results the following daybull Livebroadcastingofyourraceon2KYplusNBNtelevisioncoverageof
the dayrsquos event on the evening newsbull WinningPostsignageplustheopportunitytodisplaypromotional
banners in the saddling enclosurebull Groupphotographwiththewinninghorse
Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
RECENT DONATIONSSailability NSW Jannali NSW $9000Sails The sails purchased were second hand having been used only once before We made a saving of $11000 on buying them new
Wheelchair Sports NSW Putney $17190Six basketball wheelchairs These wheelchairs are specifically made and will be used for new and developing players
Sunnyfield Castle Hill $4686Exercise equipment Sunnyfield is a home for intellectually disabled boys in Castle Hill
The Hills School Northmead $20040Bike shed and Bikes The Hills School uses a variety of bikes for students and a shed to house them
Sailability VIC The Boatshed Albert Park $12500 2 x Access 23 Sailboats Two boats complete with sail decal for their Albert Park centre
Special Olympics Australia Newcastle $4500Trophies and goal posts
Clarke Road School Hornsby $40818Two playgrounds and softfall surface
Scope (Vic) Box Hill Vic $2500Goals Flags etc (below) Equipment for Balloon Football League and Modified Cricket program
Victorian CricketBlind Ducks Trophy match between Primary Club and Victorian Blind Cricket17 February 2013
The Primary Club ventured to the lush surrounds of Kooyong for the 4th annual Blind Ducks Trophy on a very hot Sunday in February Primaries skipper Roland Burt won the toss and seeing a hard and fast wicket elected to bat Boonie Hollingsworth and Eddie Burt got off to a slow start against some accurate bowling especially from Montesanti and Pritchard and Boonie was retired after 5 overs for a slow run rate Henry Boileau lasted only 2 balls before being bowled around his legs for a duck by a quick one from Pritchard Lachie Ross top scored with 16 not out and had good support from Neilson (10) and George Burney (7) then Ross Burney managed a quick 9 at the end with the Primaries closing on 89 - probably a little below par in the conditions
Pritchard with 23 (retired) held the Victorian Blind Cricket Association top order together but at 6-45 off 102 overs the blind guys had a mountain to climb But Tzourtzoukils (17 not out) and Spencer (11) put on 24 for the 7th wicket to put them back in the match before Eddie Burt whipped the bails off after 2 relay throws (G Burney to R Burney to E Burt) to run out Spencer and they were still 20 runs short with 5 overs remaining with 3 wickets in hand Causon lasted only a couple of balls before being bowled to make it 8-73 off 16 and things were again looking grim for VBCA But totally blind Close (6 off 8) combined with Tzourtzoukils for an exciting unbeaten 9th wicket partnership (17 from 23) to bring VBCA home off the 2nd last ball of the day Close hitting the winning runs The Blind Ducks Trophy returns to Kooyong
Man of the match was Close for his heroics in the last few overs as well as some economical bowling early on
Scorebook on VBCA website
httpwwwvbcaorgauresultsresultsphpresult_file=season1213scorecardsVBCA20v20Primary20Club_170213htm
A tremendous day for all Thanks to VBCA for hosting
Victorian Activities Primary Club XII play on the Melbourne Cricket GroundOn Thursday 28 February a Primary Club XII had the honour of playing in a Twenty20 match on the hallowed turf of the Melbourne Cricket Ground thanks to Cricket Victoriarsquos Lindsay Hassett Club
To raise awareness for the Primary Club in Victoria and to drive memberships and raise funds the Melbourne Committee organised an online social media campaign to recruit memberplayers for its team 4 places from a member lsquolucky drawrsquo another 4 spots from the online auction and a final 4 places allocated via two corporate sponsorships from Rural Co (courtesy Greg OrsquoNeil) and a very generous donation from Mr Jeff Chapman The net proceeds to the Primary Club from the day came to over $16000 to support projects at Sailability Albert Park and Scope Box Hill
The day got off to a great start with the team being put through its paces with a 2-hour ldquohigh performancerdquo training session on the MCG indoor nets hosted by Cricket Victoria High Performance Manager Tim McCaskill and coach of reigning Premiership Cricket team Richmond Jarrad Loughman Bushrangers players Ryan Carters and Steven Reed were also very generous with their time on the day The technology available to the modern cricketer is astounding Video analysis speed guns and the ldquoPro Batterrdquo where you can literally face the bowling of any International player ndash I can tell you itrsquos quite daunting to wait while James Anderson runs in to bowl at you while umpire Asad Rauf looks on from behind the stumps
As for the match itself the Primary Club valiantly chased a very competitive total just failing to get across the line However the result was the last thing on everyonersquos minds The day was capped off by some formal proceedings in the ldquoPlayers Viewing Boxrdquo where we were honoured to have President Jim Maxwell visiting from Sydney We are all looking forward to the DVD of the match and next yearrsquos fixture
Special thanks again to Tim Gledhill Richard Lugg Marina Dowling and Lauren Turner from Cricket Victoria for organising such a wonderful event
Geoff Craig Victorian Committee
Top ldquoLH Bluerdquo The Primary Club XII on the MCG Scoreboard
Top right Edward Kemp (Primary Club Vic) thanks Tim Gledhill Lauren Turner Ryan Carters and Steven Reed from Cricket Victoria
Right Primary Club President Jim Maxwell Primary Club Vic Committee members Gideon Haigh amp Edward Kemp with Tim Gledhill from CV
Bottom right Some Primary Club Team members (L to R) James Nott Shane Walker (top scorer 33 off 20 bf) Chris Cunningham Steve Hollingsworth Christopher Lahoud Damien Crossling Steve Kish amp Mike Bullock (top wicket taker)
Below Primary Club Captain Geoff Craig losing the toss
Epworth RehabilitationEPWORTH REHABILITATION IS RECOGNISED AS A WORLD LEADER IN THE FIELD OF TRAUMA REHABILITATION In 2005 the Primary Club generously provided funding for the purchase of purpose-built exercise equipment for the Epworth Rehabilitation Unit Through the purchase of the specialised equipment we have been able to provide our patients with more advanced therapy techniques and lead many unique research initiatives
Since the Primary Clubrsquos donation in 2005 over 400 hundred trauma patients have had access to the rehabilitation equipment The equipment is used on a daily basis culminating in approximately 600 individual treatment sessions being provided each month
In recent times a new trauma amputee service has been launched by Epworth Rehabilitation The equipment has demonstrated its true worth and adaptability with the amputee patient group The equipment allows our staff to cater for the needs of all trauma patients regardless of physical impairment
The following story depicts how the Primary Clubrsquos generous support aids our trauma patients We (the Epworth staff) are very appreciative of our association with the Primary Club
Brendanrsquos StoryLance Bombardier Brendan Dover was a Forward Observer for the 812 Regiment 1st Brigade and served in Afghanistan on Mentoring Taskforce 2 in 2010 On 19th December 2010 Brendan was hit by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) that blew his left foot off and caused horrendous injuries to his left arm which has left his hand unusable Brendan arrived at Epworth on 1st January after being in a coma for 7 days and receiving life saving treatment in Afghanistan and Germany Brendan spent 2 years in the rehabilitation centre at Epworth and built up the strength again to walk with the aid of a prosthetic and successfully returned to work in early May 2011 Unfortunately due to complications caused from length and shape of his stump Brendan required a further amputation which occurred in December 2012 Brendanrsquos stump has matured and he started rehabilitation at Epworth again in late January 2013 He is currently in rehabilitation 3 days a week Currently his schedule is for 1 hour hydrotherapy 1 hour gym work 1 hour prosthetic maintenance and strengthening and 1 hour running group Brendan intends on recovering fully in May and returning to work after a successful rehabilitation process
Marathon Cricket IVTwo big days at the SCG raises over $100000 for charities Thank you to each and every person who contributed to the success of Marathon Cricket at the Sydney Cricket Ground on 24th and 25th January last In all over 500 players umpires and officials had the opportunity to experience their dream of playing cricket on the SCG
The Primary Club of Australia and Marathon Cricket committees really appreciated the enthusiasm and spirit shown by all team managers and their squads the co-operation when lsquolittle thingsrsquo went awry in the programming well done to the winners who celebrated and the losers who drowned their sorrows in the Membersrsquo Bar Once again we had players and umpires from all over ndash Perth Bendigo Port Macquarie Dubbo Newcastle Wagga Wagga and even lsquothe Shirersquo The price of success is that more new teams are hearing about Marathon Cricket and have already expressed interest in signing up for next year
Of the 44 possible team innings (22 matches) all of them happened and pretty much close to scheduled time ndash a tribute to Match Officials Nick Houseman and Joe Scarcella and the umpire co-ordinators Jim Cameron Brian Ferguson and Karl Wentzel
Thanks to curator Tom Parker the wicket and outer ground was in excellent condition as always His team created two specially prepared wickets in the outer on Day 2 so that we could stage our Special Olympics and Blind cricket matches Thanks too to Scott Henderson and Steve Clark from the SCG for all the behind-the-scenes organisation ndash security cleaning planning scheduling and access to Ross and Dianne for the scoreboard operation and to Stephanie and Kate from DNC for all the sensational catering
Folks this event would not happen without our corporate teamsrsquo contribution Doing it for just the clubs and social teams we wouldnrsquot make a dollar Telstra and Cisco have completed their fourth Marathon (2 teams each year) and NSW Government and Tru Blu Beverages their third Marathon Tru Blu also supplied soft drinks and ldquoWaterfords Sparklingrdquo for players To newcomers - Travelex Wymap Logicalis Astrontech and the Sargood Centre - we trust that you all enjoyed the experience and yoursquoll be back next year
The feature match of Marathon Cricket this year The Battle of the Codes Twenty20 was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end
Overall the event was beneficial to the tune of $105k profit up from last yearrsquos $86k Our disabled sports charities will see the benefit of that directly ndash particularly the Sydney Childrenrsquos Hospital and the Sargood Centre Another $5000 was raised for Pain Management Research by 90 Walkers on the Thursday who participated in their ldquoWalk Against Painrdquo up from 50 last year
The Thursday evening Dinner was a great success particularly because of the inspiring contributions of Richie Benaud Rod Macqueen and the panel of Jimmy Smith Wendell Sailor Jason Little and Robbie Deans plus the other sports lsquoLegendsrsquo and politicians who supported the event And what a fantastic job by Master of Ceremonies Simon Marnie and Auctioneer Ed Riley Most reports have indicated the meal served by DNC was top class and suitably complemented by the beverages And for those who didnrsquot hear the Travelex team won the Corporate Cup and is still celebrating Has anyone dared to tell them they must return the cup for next year
And my special thanks to Jim Winchester and his Marathon Committee ndash who all worked extremely hard in the lead-up to and during the event And how about Linton Ritchie Robin Low and those 70 volunteers ndash always smiling and helpful even when they didnrsquot quite know all the answers Thanks also to photographer webmeister and twitter twitterer Benjamin Richards
Finally to the team managers our sincere thanks You organised all those players got them dressed appropriately did their paperwork for them had them turn up on time for photos and inspired them to raise their spirits and remember our shared mission at all times Please sign up again next year so that while you live your dream of playing cricket on the SCG you are also helping folks with a disability live theirs
Top players will take home different memories of their time in the centre
Top Right Two photos showing participants in the Walk Against Pain Walkers raised over $5000 for Pain Management Research
Right the panel of (left to right) Jimmy Smith Jason Little Wendell Sailor and Robbie Deans
RESULTSSummary game scores are available from the wwwmarathoncricketcom website The Troopers (for my team) put in the largest net run result with 105 and only 4 wickets lost However overall the Twelfth Manrsquos team helped by a lower wicket count netted 1180 runs to defeat the Presidentrsquos Team with 1133 runs This now evens the series 2-all although I hear Richie is still pleading a case at the ICC on how last yearrsquos result in the rain was decided under the twisted ldquoDuckworth-Lewis method champagnoiserdquo
Has anyone spoken to the poor guy who faced 6 deliveries and got out 5 times ndash twice bowled twice caught and once stumped
Jim Maxwell
President
The Primary Club of Australia can be found on Twitter and Facebook wwwtwittercomPrimaryClubAust and wwwfacebookcomPrimaryClubofAustralia
During the Marathon Cricket many players and officials tweeted about their experience Like Jimmy Smith and his Golden Duck
Photos from Marathon Cricket 2013 (and other years) are available via the Marathon Cricket website wwwmarathoncricketcom
Top Manly DCA played a father and sons match early on Day Two
Below The Blind Cricket NSW team prior to their match vs the Primary Club Ever wondered how Blind Cricket is played For more information visit the Blind Cricket NSW website - wwwblindcricketnswcom
Battle of the CodesWhen Rugby meets League on the cricket pitchIn front of several hundred sports fans Marathon Cricket was the backdrop for the Battle of the Codes Twenty20 between a team of Rugby League legends and their Rugby Union counterparts
The League Team consisted of Matt Adamson Justin Dooley Ryan Cross Todd Greenberg Wendell Sailor Michael Gillett Jason Taylor Jimmy Smith Todd Payten Bryan Fletcher and Luke Patten
The legends of Union Team were Richard Harry Matt Dunning Michael Hercus Phil Waugh Bernard Foley Michael Hodge Robbie Deans David Croft Simon Kasprowicz Scott Gourley and Jason Little
The match was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end Bernard Foley starred with the bat scoring 58no (three sixes) for the Union team while Todd Payten scored 36 off just 28 deliveries (two huge sixes) towards the tail of the League innings after Ryan Cross knocked up a stylish 26 earlier Bowling honours were shared around but how about Phil Waughrsquos performance behind the stumps ndash 4 catches and 1 stumping
Right Australian Wallabies Coach - Robbie Deans christened Cauliflower Club Cap 1 on the day in the middle of the SCG
Below the victorious Rugby League stars in the NSW Australian dressing room at the end of the game
BATTLEOF THE CODES
Battle of the Codes 24th January 2013
RUGBY LEAGUE CAPTAIN JIMMY SMITH INTRODUCES RICHIE BENAUD TO HIS TEAM SCORE SHEETS FROM THE EVENT CAN BE FOUND ON THE MARATHONCRICKETCOM WEBSITE OR BY CLICKING HERE
THE LAUNCH OF THE CAULIFLOWER CLUBA roughnut division of the Primary Club of Australia
Our rugby brethren share our keenness to help people with a disability particularly those caused by sporting injuries through the provision of recreational and rehabilitative facilities
The Primary Clubrsquos launch of its ldquoalliancerdquo with the Rugby community via the Cauliflower Club was held at Sheraton on the Park Grand Ballroom Elizabeth Street Sydney hosted by long standing Primary Club member The Honorable Barry OrsquoFarrell MP Premier of NSW on Monday 12th November
Members of the Cauliflower Club will donate money every time a Wallaby front-rower scores a try in a Test against a major rugby nation We reckon $50 a try the first time it happens in the year at which point members can opt out of paying for the rest of the year or ndash if yoursquore feeling strong ndash $50 for every successive try in the year thereafter
Though a separate entity the Cauliflower Club will be run via the Primary Club meaning all donations will be tax deductible and we will use Primary Club administrative resources and infrastructure
We are honoured to have Australiarsquos most venerable rugby front-rower of them all Sir Nicholas Shehadie as our Patron The money will be distributed back to rugby charities most particularly spinal rehabilitation units Hearts in Union and so forth with the provision of equipment and facilities
Peter FitzSimons President
Left Peter FitzSimons presents NSW Premier Barry OrsquoFarrell MP with the Clubrsquos first tie Above Phil Kearns (left) sits with Joe Hockey Federal Opposition Treasurer (right) and Mike Baird NSW Treasurer (standing) at the Cauliflower Club luncheon Below - three former Australian Rugby Test Captains standing - John Eales Sir Nicholas Shehadie and Nick Farr-Jones
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ~ $2750bull Exclusivenamingrightsforyourracebull Fullpageadvertisementinracebookbull Courseentryracebookprivatetotefacilitiesbuffetlunchincluding
beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
featuring your name as a Race Sponsorbull Approximately2000TABoutletsandagencieswillpostyournameasa
Race Sponsorbull SydneyandmetropolitannewspaperswillprintyournameontheForm
Guide and race results the following daybull Livebroadcastingofyourraceon2KYplusNBNtelevisioncoverageof
the dayrsquos event on the evening newsbull WinningPostsignageplustheopportunitytodisplaypromotional
banners in the saddling enclosurebull Groupphotographwiththewinninghorse
Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
Victorian Activities Primary Club XII play on the Melbourne Cricket GroundOn Thursday 28 February a Primary Club XII had the honour of playing in a Twenty20 match on the hallowed turf of the Melbourne Cricket Ground thanks to Cricket Victoriarsquos Lindsay Hassett Club
To raise awareness for the Primary Club in Victoria and to drive memberships and raise funds the Melbourne Committee organised an online social media campaign to recruit memberplayers for its team 4 places from a member lsquolucky drawrsquo another 4 spots from the online auction and a final 4 places allocated via two corporate sponsorships from Rural Co (courtesy Greg OrsquoNeil) and a very generous donation from Mr Jeff Chapman The net proceeds to the Primary Club from the day came to over $16000 to support projects at Sailability Albert Park and Scope Box Hill
The day got off to a great start with the team being put through its paces with a 2-hour ldquohigh performancerdquo training session on the MCG indoor nets hosted by Cricket Victoria High Performance Manager Tim McCaskill and coach of reigning Premiership Cricket team Richmond Jarrad Loughman Bushrangers players Ryan Carters and Steven Reed were also very generous with their time on the day The technology available to the modern cricketer is astounding Video analysis speed guns and the ldquoPro Batterrdquo where you can literally face the bowling of any International player ndash I can tell you itrsquos quite daunting to wait while James Anderson runs in to bowl at you while umpire Asad Rauf looks on from behind the stumps
As for the match itself the Primary Club valiantly chased a very competitive total just failing to get across the line However the result was the last thing on everyonersquos minds The day was capped off by some formal proceedings in the ldquoPlayers Viewing Boxrdquo where we were honoured to have President Jim Maxwell visiting from Sydney We are all looking forward to the DVD of the match and next yearrsquos fixture
Special thanks again to Tim Gledhill Richard Lugg Marina Dowling and Lauren Turner from Cricket Victoria for organising such a wonderful event
Geoff Craig Victorian Committee
Top ldquoLH Bluerdquo The Primary Club XII on the MCG Scoreboard
Top right Edward Kemp (Primary Club Vic) thanks Tim Gledhill Lauren Turner Ryan Carters and Steven Reed from Cricket Victoria
Right Primary Club President Jim Maxwell Primary Club Vic Committee members Gideon Haigh amp Edward Kemp with Tim Gledhill from CV
Bottom right Some Primary Club Team members (L to R) James Nott Shane Walker (top scorer 33 off 20 bf) Chris Cunningham Steve Hollingsworth Christopher Lahoud Damien Crossling Steve Kish amp Mike Bullock (top wicket taker)
Below Primary Club Captain Geoff Craig losing the toss
Epworth RehabilitationEPWORTH REHABILITATION IS RECOGNISED AS A WORLD LEADER IN THE FIELD OF TRAUMA REHABILITATION In 2005 the Primary Club generously provided funding for the purchase of purpose-built exercise equipment for the Epworth Rehabilitation Unit Through the purchase of the specialised equipment we have been able to provide our patients with more advanced therapy techniques and lead many unique research initiatives
Since the Primary Clubrsquos donation in 2005 over 400 hundred trauma patients have had access to the rehabilitation equipment The equipment is used on a daily basis culminating in approximately 600 individual treatment sessions being provided each month
In recent times a new trauma amputee service has been launched by Epworth Rehabilitation The equipment has demonstrated its true worth and adaptability with the amputee patient group The equipment allows our staff to cater for the needs of all trauma patients regardless of physical impairment
The following story depicts how the Primary Clubrsquos generous support aids our trauma patients We (the Epworth staff) are very appreciative of our association with the Primary Club
Brendanrsquos StoryLance Bombardier Brendan Dover was a Forward Observer for the 812 Regiment 1st Brigade and served in Afghanistan on Mentoring Taskforce 2 in 2010 On 19th December 2010 Brendan was hit by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) that blew his left foot off and caused horrendous injuries to his left arm which has left his hand unusable Brendan arrived at Epworth on 1st January after being in a coma for 7 days and receiving life saving treatment in Afghanistan and Germany Brendan spent 2 years in the rehabilitation centre at Epworth and built up the strength again to walk with the aid of a prosthetic and successfully returned to work in early May 2011 Unfortunately due to complications caused from length and shape of his stump Brendan required a further amputation which occurred in December 2012 Brendanrsquos stump has matured and he started rehabilitation at Epworth again in late January 2013 He is currently in rehabilitation 3 days a week Currently his schedule is for 1 hour hydrotherapy 1 hour gym work 1 hour prosthetic maintenance and strengthening and 1 hour running group Brendan intends on recovering fully in May and returning to work after a successful rehabilitation process
Marathon Cricket IVTwo big days at the SCG raises over $100000 for charities Thank you to each and every person who contributed to the success of Marathon Cricket at the Sydney Cricket Ground on 24th and 25th January last In all over 500 players umpires and officials had the opportunity to experience their dream of playing cricket on the SCG
The Primary Club of Australia and Marathon Cricket committees really appreciated the enthusiasm and spirit shown by all team managers and their squads the co-operation when lsquolittle thingsrsquo went awry in the programming well done to the winners who celebrated and the losers who drowned their sorrows in the Membersrsquo Bar Once again we had players and umpires from all over ndash Perth Bendigo Port Macquarie Dubbo Newcastle Wagga Wagga and even lsquothe Shirersquo The price of success is that more new teams are hearing about Marathon Cricket and have already expressed interest in signing up for next year
Of the 44 possible team innings (22 matches) all of them happened and pretty much close to scheduled time ndash a tribute to Match Officials Nick Houseman and Joe Scarcella and the umpire co-ordinators Jim Cameron Brian Ferguson and Karl Wentzel
Thanks to curator Tom Parker the wicket and outer ground was in excellent condition as always His team created two specially prepared wickets in the outer on Day 2 so that we could stage our Special Olympics and Blind cricket matches Thanks too to Scott Henderson and Steve Clark from the SCG for all the behind-the-scenes organisation ndash security cleaning planning scheduling and access to Ross and Dianne for the scoreboard operation and to Stephanie and Kate from DNC for all the sensational catering
Folks this event would not happen without our corporate teamsrsquo contribution Doing it for just the clubs and social teams we wouldnrsquot make a dollar Telstra and Cisco have completed their fourth Marathon (2 teams each year) and NSW Government and Tru Blu Beverages their third Marathon Tru Blu also supplied soft drinks and ldquoWaterfords Sparklingrdquo for players To newcomers - Travelex Wymap Logicalis Astrontech and the Sargood Centre - we trust that you all enjoyed the experience and yoursquoll be back next year
The feature match of Marathon Cricket this year The Battle of the Codes Twenty20 was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end
Overall the event was beneficial to the tune of $105k profit up from last yearrsquos $86k Our disabled sports charities will see the benefit of that directly ndash particularly the Sydney Childrenrsquos Hospital and the Sargood Centre Another $5000 was raised for Pain Management Research by 90 Walkers on the Thursday who participated in their ldquoWalk Against Painrdquo up from 50 last year
The Thursday evening Dinner was a great success particularly because of the inspiring contributions of Richie Benaud Rod Macqueen and the panel of Jimmy Smith Wendell Sailor Jason Little and Robbie Deans plus the other sports lsquoLegendsrsquo and politicians who supported the event And what a fantastic job by Master of Ceremonies Simon Marnie and Auctioneer Ed Riley Most reports have indicated the meal served by DNC was top class and suitably complemented by the beverages And for those who didnrsquot hear the Travelex team won the Corporate Cup and is still celebrating Has anyone dared to tell them they must return the cup for next year
And my special thanks to Jim Winchester and his Marathon Committee ndash who all worked extremely hard in the lead-up to and during the event And how about Linton Ritchie Robin Low and those 70 volunteers ndash always smiling and helpful even when they didnrsquot quite know all the answers Thanks also to photographer webmeister and twitter twitterer Benjamin Richards
Finally to the team managers our sincere thanks You organised all those players got them dressed appropriately did their paperwork for them had them turn up on time for photos and inspired them to raise their spirits and remember our shared mission at all times Please sign up again next year so that while you live your dream of playing cricket on the SCG you are also helping folks with a disability live theirs
Top players will take home different memories of their time in the centre
Top Right Two photos showing participants in the Walk Against Pain Walkers raised over $5000 for Pain Management Research
Right the panel of (left to right) Jimmy Smith Jason Little Wendell Sailor and Robbie Deans
RESULTSSummary game scores are available from the wwwmarathoncricketcom website The Troopers (for my team) put in the largest net run result with 105 and only 4 wickets lost However overall the Twelfth Manrsquos team helped by a lower wicket count netted 1180 runs to defeat the Presidentrsquos Team with 1133 runs This now evens the series 2-all although I hear Richie is still pleading a case at the ICC on how last yearrsquos result in the rain was decided under the twisted ldquoDuckworth-Lewis method champagnoiserdquo
Has anyone spoken to the poor guy who faced 6 deliveries and got out 5 times ndash twice bowled twice caught and once stumped
Jim Maxwell
President
The Primary Club of Australia can be found on Twitter and Facebook wwwtwittercomPrimaryClubAust and wwwfacebookcomPrimaryClubofAustralia
During the Marathon Cricket many players and officials tweeted about their experience Like Jimmy Smith and his Golden Duck
Photos from Marathon Cricket 2013 (and other years) are available via the Marathon Cricket website wwwmarathoncricketcom
Top Manly DCA played a father and sons match early on Day Two
Below The Blind Cricket NSW team prior to their match vs the Primary Club Ever wondered how Blind Cricket is played For more information visit the Blind Cricket NSW website - wwwblindcricketnswcom
Battle of the CodesWhen Rugby meets League on the cricket pitchIn front of several hundred sports fans Marathon Cricket was the backdrop for the Battle of the Codes Twenty20 between a team of Rugby League legends and their Rugby Union counterparts
The League Team consisted of Matt Adamson Justin Dooley Ryan Cross Todd Greenberg Wendell Sailor Michael Gillett Jason Taylor Jimmy Smith Todd Payten Bryan Fletcher and Luke Patten
The legends of Union Team were Richard Harry Matt Dunning Michael Hercus Phil Waugh Bernard Foley Michael Hodge Robbie Deans David Croft Simon Kasprowicz Scott Gourley and Jason Little
The match was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end Bernard Foley starred with the bat scoring 58no (three sixes) for the Union team while Todd Payten scored 36 off just 28 deliveries (two huge sixes) towards the tail of the League innings after Ryan Cross knocked up a stylish 26 earlier Bowling honours were shared around but how about Phil Waughrsquos performance behind the stumps ndash 4 catches and 1 stumping
Right Australian Wallabies Coach - Robbie Deans christened Cauliflower Club Cap 1 on the day in the middle of the SCG
Below the victorious Rugby League stars in the NSW Australian dressing room at the end of the game
BATTLEOF THE CODES
Battle of the Codes 24th January 2013
RUGBY LEAGUE CAPTAIN JIMMY SMITH INTRODUCES RICHIE BENAUD TO HIS TEAM SCORE SHEETS FROM THE EVENT CAN BE FOUND ON THE MARATHONCRICKETCOM WEBSITE OR BY CLICKING HERE
THE LAUNCH OF THE CAULIFLOWER CLUBA roughnut division of the Primary Club of Australia
Our rugby brethren share our keenness to help people with a disability particularly those caused by sporting injuries through the provision of recreational and rehabilitative facilities
The Primary Clubrsquos launch of its ldquoalliancerdquo with the Rugby community via the Cauliflower Club was held at Sheraton on the Park Grand Ballroom Elizabeth Street Sydney hosted by long standing Primary Club member The Honorable Barry OrsquoFarrell MP Premier of NSW on Monday 12th November
Members of the Cauliflower Club will donate money every time a Wallaby front-rower scores a try in a Test against a major rugby nation We reckon $50 a try the first time it happens in the year at which point members can opt out of paying for the rest of the year or ndash if yoursquore feeling strong ndash $50 for every successive try in the year thereafter
Though a separate entity the Cauliflower Club will be run via the Primary Club meaning all donations will be tax deductible and we will use Primary Club administrative resources and infrastructure
We are honoured to have Australiarsquos most venerable rugby front-rower of them all Sir Nicholas Shehadie as our Patron The money will be distributed back to rugby charities most particularly spinal rehabilitation units Hearts in Union and so forth with the provision of equipment and facilities
Peter FitzSimons President
Left Peter FitzSimons presents NSW Premier Barry OrsquoFarrell MP with the Clubrsquos first tie Above Phil Kearns (left) sits with Joe Hockey Federal Opposition Treasurer (right) and Mike Baird NSW Treasurer (standing) at the Cauliflower Club luncheon Below - three former Australian Rugby Test Captains standing - John Eales Sir Nicholas Shehadie and Nick Farr-Jones
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ~ $2750bull Exclusivenamingrightsforyourracebull Fullpageadvertisementinracebookbull Courseentryracebookprivatetotefacilitiesbuffetlunchincluding
beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
featuring your name as a Race Sponsorbull Approximately2000TABoutletsandagencieswillpostyournameasa
Race Sponsorbull SydneyandmetropolitannewspaperswillprintyournameontheForm
Guide and race results the following daybull Livebroadcastingofyourraceon2KYplusNBNtelevisioncoverageof
the dayrsquos event on the evening newsbull WinningPostsignageplustheopportunitytodisplaypromotional
banners in the saddling enclosurebull Groupphotographwiththewinninghorse
Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
Epworth RehabilitationEPWORTH REHABILITATION IS RECOGNISED AS A WORLD LEADER IN THE FIELD OF TRAUMA REHABILITATION In 2005 the Primary Club generously provided funding for the purchase of purpose-built exercise equipment for the Epworth Rehabilitation Unit Through the purchase of the specialised equipment we have been able to provide our patients with more advanced therapy techniques and lead many unique research initiatives
Since the Primary Clubrsquos donation in 2005 over 400 hundred trauma patients have had access to the rehabilitation equipment The equipment is used on a daily basis culminating in approximately 600 individual treatment sessions being provided each month
In recent times a new trauma amputee service has been launched by Epworth Rehabilitation The equipment has demonstrated its true worth and adaptability with the amputee patient group The equipment allows our staff to cater for the needs of all trauma patients regardless of physical impairment
The following story depicts how the Primary Clubrsquos generous support aids our trauma patients We (the Epworth staff) are very appreciative of our association with the Primary Club
Brendanrsquos StoryLance Bombardier Brendan Dover was a Forward Observer for the 812 Regiment 1st Brigade and served in Afghanistan on Mentoring Taskforce 2 in 2010 On 19th December 2010 Brendan was hit by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) that blew his left foot off and caused horrendous injuries to his left arm which has left his hand unusable Brendan arrived at Epworth on 1st January after being in a coma for 7 days and receiving life saving treatment in Afghanistan and Germany Brendan spent 2 years in the rehabilitation centre at Epworth and built up the strength again to walk with the aid of a prosthetic and successfully returned to work in early May 2011 Unfortunately due to complications caused from length and shape of his stump Brendan required a further amputation which occurred in December 2012 Brendanrsquos stump has matured and he started rehabilitation at Epworth again in late January 2013 He is currently in rehabilitation 3 days a week Currently his schedule is for 1 hour hydrotherapy 1 hour gym work 1 hour prosthetic maintenance and strengthening and 1 hour running group Brendan intends on recovering fully in May and returning to work after a successful rehabilitation process
Marathon Cricket IVTwo big days at the SCG raises over $100000 for charities Thank you to each and every person who contributed to the success of Marathon Cricket at the Sydney Cricket Ground on 24th and 25th January last In all over 500 players umpires and officials had the opportunity to experience their dream of playing cricket on the SCG
The Primary Club of Australia and Marathon Cricket committees really appreciated the enthusiasm and spirit shown by all team managers and their squads the co-operation when lsquolittle thingsrsquo went awry in the programming well done to the winners who celebrated and the losers who drowned their sorrows in the Membersrsquo Bar Once again we had players and umpires from all over ndash Perth Bendigo Port Macquarie Dubbo Newcastle Wagga Wagga and even lsquothe Shirersquo The price of success is that more new teams are hearing about Marathon Cricket and have already expressed interest in signing up for next year
Of the 44 possible team innings (22 matches) all of them happened and pretty much close to scheduled time ndash a tribute to Match Officials Nick Houseman and Joe Scarcella and the umpire co-ordinators Jim Cameron Brian Ferguson and Karl Wentzel
Thanks to curator Tom Parker the wicket and outer ground was in excellent condition as always His team created two specially prepared wickets in the outer on Day 2 so that we could stage our Special Olympics and Blind cricket matches Thanks too to Scott Henderson and Steve Clark from the SCG for all the behind-the-scenes organisation ndash security cleaning planning scheduling and access to Ross and Dianne for the scoreboard operation and to Stephanie and Kate from DNC for all the sensational catering
Folks this event would not happen without our corporate teamsrsquo contribution Doing it for just the clubs and social teams we wouldnrsquot make a dollar Telstra and Cisco have completed their fourth Marathon (2 teams each year) and NSW Government and Tru Blu Beverages their third Marathon Tru Blu also supplied soft drinks and ldquoWaterfords Sparklingrdquo for players To newcomers - Travelex Wymap Logicalis Astrontech and the Sargood Centre - we trust that you all enjoyed the experience and yoursquoll be back next year
The feature match of Marathon Cricket this year The Battle of the Codes Twenty20 was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end
Overall the event was beneficial to the tune of $105k profit up from last yearrsquos $86k Our disabled sports charities will see the benefit of that directly ndash particularly the Sydney Childrenrsquos Hospital and the Sargood Centre Another $5000 was raised for Pain Management Research by 90 Walkers on the Thursday who participated in their ldquoWalk Against Painrdquo up from 50 last year
The Thursday evening Dinner was a great success particularly because of the inspiring contributions of Richie Benaud Rod Macqueen and the panel of Jimmy Smith Wendell Sailor Jason Little and Robbie Deans plus the other sports lsquoLegendsrsquo and politicians who supported the event And what a fantastic job by Master of Ceremonies Simon Marnie and Auctioneer Ed Riley Most reports have indicated the meal served by DNC was top class and suitably complemented by the beverages And for those who didnrsquot hear the Travelex team won the Corporate Cup and is still celebrating Has anyone dared to tell them they must return the cup for next year
And my special thanks to Jim Winchester and his Marathon Committee ndash who all worked extremely hard in the lead-up to and during the event And how about Linton Ritchie Robin Low and those 70 volunteers ndash always smiling and helpful even when they didnrsquot quite know all the answers Thanks also to photographer webmeister and twitter twitterer Benjamin Richards
Finally to the team managers our sincere thanks You organised all those players got them dressed appropriately did their paperwork for them had them turn up on time for photos and inspired them to raise their spirits and remember our shared mission at all times Please sign up again next year so that while you live your dream of playing cricket on the SCG you are also helping folks with a disability live theirs
Top players will take home different memories of their time in the centre
Top Right Two photos showing participants in the Walk Against Pain Walkers raised over $5000 for Pain Management Research
Right the panel of (left to right) Jimmy Smith Jason Little Wendell Sailor and Robbie Deans
RESULTSSummary game scores are available from the wwwmarathoncricketcom website The Troopers (for my team) put in the largest net run result with 105 and only 4 wickets lost However overall the Twelfth Manrsquos team helped by a lower wicket count netted 1180 runs to defeat the Presidentrsquos Team with 1133 runs This now evens the series 2-all although I hear Richie is still pleading a case at the ICC on how last yearrsquos result in the rain was decided under the twisted ldquoDuckworth-Lewis method champagnoiserdquo
Has anyone spoken to the poor guy who faced 6 deliveries and got out 5 times ndash twice bowled twice caught and once stumped
Jim Maxwell
President
The Primary Club of Australia can be found on Twitter and Facebook wwwtwittercomPrimaryClubAust and wwwfacebookcomPrimaryClubofAustralia
During the Marathon Cricket many players and officials tweeted about their experience Like Jimmy Smith and his Golden Duck
Photos from Marathon Cricket 2013 (and other years) are available via the Marathon Cricket website wwwmarathoncricketcom
Top Manly DCA played a father and sons match early on Day Two
Below The Blind Cricket NSW team prior to their match vs the Primary Club Ever wondered how Blind Cricket is played For more information visit the Blind Cricket NSW website - wwwblindcricketnswcom
Battle of the CodesWhen Rugby meets League on the cricket pitchIn front of several hundred sports fans Marathon Cricket was the backdrop for the Battle of the Codes Twenty20 between a team of Rugby League legends and their Rugby Union counterparts
The League Team consisted of Matt Adamson Justin Dooley Ryan Cross Todd Greenberg Wendell Sailor Michael Gillett Jason Taylor Jimmy Smith Todd Payten Bryan Fletcher and Luke Patten
The legends of Union Team were Richard Harry Matt Dunning Michael Hercus Phil Waugh Bernard Foley Michael Hodge Robbie Deans David Croft Simon Kasprowicz Scott Gourley and Jason Little
The match was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end Bernard Foley starred with the bat scoring 58no (three sixes) for the Union team while Todd Payten scored 36 off just 28 deliveries (two huge sixes) towards the tail of the League innings after Ryan Cross knocked up a stylish 26 earlier Bowling honours were shared around but how about Phil Waughrsquos performance behind the stumps ndash 4 catches and 1 stumping
Right Australian Wallabies Coach - Robbie Deans christened Cauliflower Club Cap 1 on the day in the middle of the SCG
Below the victorious Rugby League stars in the NSW Australian dressing room at the end of the game
BATTLEOF THE CODES
Battle of the Codes 24th January 2013
RUGBY LEAGUE CAPTAIN JIMMY SMITH INTRODUCES RICHIE BENAUD TO HIS TEAM SCORE SHEETS FROM THE EVENT CAN BE FOUND ON THE MARATHONCRICKETCOM WEBSITE OR BY CLICKING HERE
THE LAUNCH OF THE CAULIFLOWER CLUBA roughnut division of the Primary Club of Australia
Our rugby brethren share our keenness to help people with a disability particularly those caused by sporting injuries through the provision of recreational and rehabilitative facilities
The Primary Clubrsquos launch of its ldquoalliancerdquo with the Rugby community via the Cauliflower Club was held at Sheraton on the Park Grand Ballroom Elizabeth Street Sydney hosted by long standing Primary Club member The Honorable Barry OrsquoFarrell MP Premier of NSW on Monday 12th November
Members of the Cauliflower Club will donate money every time a Wallaby front-rower scores a try in a Test against a major rugby nation We reckon $50 a try the first time it happens in the year at which point members can opt out of paying for the rest of the year or ndash if yoursquore feeling strong ndash $50 for every successive try in the year thereafter
Though a separate entity the Cauliflower Club will be run via the Primary Club meaning all donations will be tax deductible and we will use Primary Club administrative resources and infrastructure
We are honoured to have Australiarsquos most venerable rugby front-rower of them all Sir Nicholas Shehadie as our Patron The money will be distributed back to rugby charities most particularly spinal rehabilitation units Hearts in Union and so forth with the provision of equipment and facilities
Peter FitzSimons President
Left Peter FitzSimons presents NSW Premier Barry OrsquoFarrell MP with the Clubrsquos first tie Above Phil Kearns (left) sits with Joe Hockey Federal Opposition Treasurer (right) and Mike Baird NSW Treasurer (standing) at the Cauliflower Club luncheon Below - three former Australian Rugby Test Captains standing - John Eales Sir Nicholas Shehadie and Nick Farr-Jones
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ~ $2750bull Exclusivenamingrightsforyourracebull Fullpageadvertisementinracebookbull Courseentryracebookprivatetotefacilitiesbuffetlunchincluding
beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
featuring your name as a Race Sponsorbull Approximately2000TABoutletsandagencieswillpostyournameasa
Race Sponsorbull SydneyandmetropolitannewspaperswillprintyournameontheForm
Guide and race results the following daybull Livebroadcastingofyourraceon2KYplusNBNtelevisioncoverageof
the dayrsquos event on the evening newsbull WinningPostsignageplustheopportunitytodisplaypromotional
banners in the saddling enclosurebull Groupphotographwiththewinninghorse
Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
Marathon Cricket IVTwo big days at the SCG raises over $100000 for charities Thank you to each and every person who contributed to the success of Marathon Cricket at the Sydney Cricket Ground on 24th and 25th January last In all over 500 players umpires and officials had the opportunity to experience their dream of playing cricket on the SCG
The Primary Club of Australia and Marathon Cricket committees really appreciated the enthusiasm and spirit shown by all team managers and their squads the co-operation when lsquolittle thingsrsquo went awry in the programming well done to the winners who celebrated and the losers who drowned their sorrows in the Membersrsquo Bar Once again we had players and umpires from all over ndash Perth Bendigo Port Macquarie Dubbo Newcastle Wagga Wagga and even lsquothe Shirersquo The price of success is that more new teams are hearing about Marathon Cricket and have already expressed interest in signing up for next year
Of the 44 possible team innings (22 matches) all of them happened and pretty much close to scheduled time ndash a tribute to Match Officials Nick Houseman and Joe Scarcella and the umpire co-ordinators Jim Cameron Brian Ferguson and Karl Wentzel
Thanks to curator Tom Parker the wicket and outer ground was in excellent condition as always His team created two specially prepared wickets in the outer on Day 2 so that we could stage our Special Olympics and Blind cricket matches Thanks too to Scott Henderson and Steve Clark from the SCG for all the behind-the-scenes organisation ndash security cleaning planning scheduling and access to Ross and Dianne for the scoreboard operation and to Stephanie and Kate from DNC for all the sensational catering
Folks this event would not happen without our corporate teamsrsquo contribution Doing it for just the clubs and social teams we wouldnrsquot make a dollar Telstra and Cisco have completed their fourth Marathon (2 teams each year) and NSW Government and Tru Blu Beverages their third Marathon Tru Blu also supplied soft drinks and ldquoWaterfords Sparklingrdquo for players To newcomers - Travelex Wymap Logicalis Astrontech and the Sargood Centre - we trust that you all enjoyed the experience and yoursquoll be back next year
The feature match of Marathon Cricket this year The Battle of the Codes Twenty20 was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end
Overall the event was beneficial to the tune of $105k profit up from last yearrsquos $86k Our disabled sports charities will see the benefit of that directly ndash particularly the Sydney Childrenrsquos Hospital and the Sargood Centre Another $5000 was raised for Pain Management Research by 90 Walkers on the Thursday who participated in their ldquoWalk Against Painrdquo up from 50 last year
The Thursday evening Dinner was a great success particularly because of the inspiring contributions of Richie Benaud Rod Macqueen and the panel of Jimmy Smith Wendell Sailor Jason Little and Robbie Deans plus the other sports lsquoLegendsrsquo and politicians who supported the event And what a fantastic job by Master of Ceremonies Simon Marnie and Auctioneer Ed Riley Most reports have indicated the meal served by DNC was top class and suitably complemented by the beverages And for those who didnrsquot hear the Travelex team won the Corporate Cup and is still celebrating Has anyone dared to tell them they must return the cup for next year
And my special thanks to Jim Winchester and his Marathon Committee ndash who all worked extremely hard in the lead-up to and during the event And how about Linton Ritchie Robin Low and those 70 volunteers ndash always smiling and helpful even when they didnrsquot quite know all the answers Thanks also to photographer webmeister and twitter twitterer Benjamin Richards
Finally to the team managers our sincere thanks You organised all those players got them dressed appropriately did their paperwork for them had them turn up on time for photos and inspired them to raise their spirits and remember our shared mission at all times Please sign up again next year so that while you live your dream of playing cricket on the SCG you are also helping folks with a disability live theirs
Top players will take home different memories of their time in the centre
Top Right Two photos showing participants in the Walk Against Pain Walkers raised over $5000 for Pain Management Research
Right the panel of (left to right) Jimmy Smith Jason Little Wendell Sailor and Robbie Deans
RESULTSSummary game scores are available from the wwwmarathoncricketcom website The Troopers (for my team) put in the largest net run result with 105 and only 4 wickets lost However overall the Twelfth Manrsquos team helped by a lower wicket count netted 1180 runs to defeat the Presidentrsquos Team with 1133 runs This now evens the series 2-all although I hear Richie is still pleading a case at the ICC on how last yearrsquos result in the rain was decided under the twisted ldquoDuckworth-Lewis method champagnoiserdquo
Has anyone spoken to the poor guy who faced 6 deliveries and got out 5 times ndash twice bowled twice caught and once stumped
Jim Maxwell
President
The Primary Club of Australia can be found on Twitter and Facebook wwwtwittercomPrimaryClubAust and wwwfacebookcomPrimaryClubofAustralia
During the Marathon Cricket many players and officials tweeted about their experience Like Jimmy Smith and his Golden Duck
Photos from Marathon Cricket 2013 (and other years) are available via the Marathon Cricket website wwwmarathoncricketcom
Top Manly DCA played a father and sons match early on Day Two
Below The Blind Cricket NSW team prior to their match vs the Primary Club Ever wondered how Blind Cricket is played For more information visit the Blind Cricket NSW website - wwwblindcricketnswcom
Battle of the CodesWhen Rugby meets League on the cricket pitchIn front of several hundred sports fans Marathon Cricket was the backdrop for the Battle of the Codes Twenty20 between a team of Rugby League legends and their Rugby Union counterparts
The League Team consisted of Matt Adamson Justin Dooley Ryan Cross Todd Greenberg Wendell Sailor Michael Gillett Jason Taylor Jimmy Smith Todd Payten Bryan Fletcher and Luke Patten
The legends of Union Team were Richard Harry Matt Dunning Michael Hercus Phil Waugh Bernard Foley Michael Hodge Robbie Deans David Croft Simon Kasprowicz Scott Gourley and Jason Little
The match was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end Bernard Foley starred with the bat scoring 58no (three sixes) for the Union team while Todd Payten scored 36 off just 28 deliveries (two huge sixes) towards the tail of the League innings after Ryan Cross knocked up a stylish 26 earlier Bowling honours were shared around but how about Phil Waughrsquos performance behind the stumps ndash 4 catches and 1 stumping
Right Australian Wallabies Coach - Robbie Deans christened Cauliflower Club Cap 1 on the day in the middle of the SCG
Below the victorious Rugby League stars in the NSW Australian dressing room at the end of the game
BATTLEOF THE CODES
Battle of the Codes 24th January 2013
RUGBY LEAGUE CAPTAIN JIMMY SMITH INTRODUCES RICHIE BENAUD TO HIS TEAM SCORE SHEETS FROM THE EVENT CAN BE FOUND ON THE MARATHONCRICKETCOM WEBSITE OR BY CLICKING HERE
THE LAUNCH OF THE CAULIFLOWER CLUBA roughnut division of the Primary Club of Australia
Our rugby brethren share our keenness to help people with a disability particularly those caused by sporting injuries through the provision of recreational and rehabilitative facilities
The Primary Clubrsquos launch of its ldquoalliancerdquo with the Rugby community via the Cauliflower Club was held at Sheraton on the Park Grand Ballroom Elizabeth Street Sydney hosted by long standing Primary Club member The Honorable Barry OrsquoFarrell MP Premier of NSW on Monday 12th November
Members of the Cauliflower Club will donate money every time a Wallaby front-rower scores a try in a Test against a major rugby nation We reckon $50 a try the first time it happens in the year at which point members can opt out of paying for the rest of the year or ndash if yoursquore feeling strong ndash $50 for every successive try in the year thereafter
Though a separate entity the Cauliflower Club will be run via the Primary Club meaning all donations will be tax deductible and we will use Primary Club administrative resources and infrastructure
We are honoured to have Australiarsquos most venerable rugby front-rower of them all Sir Nicholas Shehadie as our Patron The money will be distributed back to rugby charities most particularly spinal rehabilitation units Hearts in Union and so forth with the provision of equipment and facilities
Peter FitzSimons President
Left Peter FitzSimons presents NSW Premier Barry OrsquoFarrell MP with the Clubrsquos first tie Above Phil Kearns (left) sits with Joe Hockey Federal Opposition Treasurer (right) and Mike Baird NSW Treasurer (standing) at the Cauliflower Club luncheon Below - three former Australian Rugby Test Captains standing - John Eales Sir Nicholas Shehadie and Nick Farr-Jones
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ~ $2750bull Exclusivenamingrightsforyourracebull Fullpageadvertisementinracebookbull Courseentryracebookprivatetotefacilitiesbuffetlunchincluding
beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
featuring your name as a Race Sponsorbull Approximately2000TABoutletsandagencieswillpostyournameasa
Race Sponsorbull SydneyandmetropolitannewspaperswillprintyournameontheForm
Guide and race results the following daybull Livebroadcastingofyourraceon2KYplusNBNtelevisioncoverageof
the dayrsquos event on the evening newsbull WinningPostsignageplustheopportunitytodisplaypromotional
banners in the saddling enclosurebull Groupphotographwiththewinninghorse
Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
Of the 44 possible team innings (22 matches) all of them happened and pretty much close to scheduled time ndash a tribute to Match Officials Nick Houseman and Joe Scarcella and the umpire co-ordinators Jim Cameron Brian Ferguson and Karl Wentzel
Thanks to curator Tom Parker the wicket and outer ground was in excellent condition as always His team created two specially prepared wickets in the outer on Day 2 so that we could stage our Special Olympics and Blind cricket matches Thanks too to Scott Henderson and Steve Clark from the SCG for all the behind-the-scenes organisation ndash security cleaning planning scheduling and access to Ross and Dianne for the scoreboard operation and to Stephanie and Kate from DNC for all the sensational catering
Folks this event would not happen without our corporate teamsrsquo contribution Doing it for just the clubs and social teams we wouldnrsquot make a dollar Telstra and Cisco have completed their fourth Marathon (2 teams each year) and NSW Government and Tru Blu Beverages their third Marathon Tru Blu also supplied soft drinks and ldquoWaterfords Sparklingrdquo for players To newcomers - Travelex Wymap Logicalis Astrontech and the Sargood Centre - we trust that you all enjoyed the experience and yoursquoll be back next year
The feature match of Marathon Cricket this year The Battle of the Codes Twenty20 was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end
Overall the event was beneficial to the tune of $105k profit up from last yearrsquos $86k Our disabled sports charities will see the benefit of that directly ndash particularly the Sydney Childrenrsquos Hospital and the Sargood Centre Another $5000 was raised for Pain Management Research by 90 Walkers on the Thursday who participated in their ldquoWalk Against Painrdquo up from 50 last year
The Thursday evening Dinner was a great success particularly because of the inspiring contributions of Richie Benaud Rod Macqueen and the panel of Jimmy Smith Wendell Sailor Jason Little and Robbie Deans plus the other sports lsquoLegendsrsquo and politicians who supported the event And what a fantastic job by Master of Ceremonies Simon Marnie and Auctioneer Ed Riley Most reports have indicated the meal served by DNC was top class and suitably complemented by the beverages And for those who didnrsquot hear the Travelex team won the Corporate Cup and is still celebrating Has anyone dared to tell them they must return the cup for next year
And my special thanks to Jim Winchester and his Marathon Committee ndash who all worked extremely hard in the lead-up to and during the event And how about Linton Ritchie Robin Low and those 70 volunteers ndash always smiling and helpful even when they didnrsquot quite know all the answers Thanks also to photographer webmeister and twitter twitterer Benjamin Richards
Finally to the team managers our sincere thanks You organised all those players got them dressed appropriately did their paperwork for them had them turn up on time for photos and inspired them to raise their spirits and remember our shared mission at all times Please sign up again next year so that while you live your dream of playing cricket on the SCG you are also helping folks with a disability live theirs
Top players will take home different memories of their time in the centre
Top Right Two photos showing participants in the Walk Against Pain Walkers raised over $5000 for Pain Management Research
Right the panel of (left to right) Jimmy Smith Jason Little Wendell Sailor and Robbie Deans
RESULTSSummary game scores are available from the wwwmarathoncricketcom website The Troopers (for my team) put in the largest net run result with 105 and only 4 wickets lost However overall the Twelfth Manrsquos team helped by a lower wicket count netted 1180 runs to defeat the Presidentrsquos Team with 1133 runs This now evens the series 2-all although I hear Richie is still pleading a case at the ICC on how last yearrsquos result in the rain was decided under the twisted ldquoDuckworth-Lewis method champagnoiserdquo
Has anyone spoken to the poor guy who faced 6 deliveries and got out 5 times ndash twice bowled twice caught and once stumped
Jim Maxwell
President
The Primary Club of Australia can be found on Twitter and Facebook wwwtwittercomPrimaryClubAust and wwwfacebookcomPrimaryClubofAustralia
During the Marathon Cricket many players and officials tweeted about their experience Like Jimmy Smith and his Golden Duck
Photos from Marathon Cricket 2013 (and other years) are available via the Marathon Cricket website wwwmarathoncricketcom
Top Manly DCA played a father and sons match early on Day Two
Below The Blind Cricket NSW team prior to their match vs the Primary Club Ever wondered how Blind Cricket is played For more information visit the Blind Cricket NSW website - wwwblindcricketnswcom
Battle of the CodesWhen Rugby meets League on the cricket pitchIn front of several hundred sports fans Marathon Cricket was the backdrop for the Battle of the Codes Twenty20 between a team of Rugby League legends and their Rugby Union counterparts
The League Team consisted of Matt Adamson Justin Dooley Ryan Cross Todd Greenberg Wendell Sailor Michael Gillett Jason Taylor Jimmy Smith Todd Payten Bryan Fletcher and Luke Patten
The legends of Union Team were Richard Harry Matt Dunning Michael Hercus Phil Waugh Bernard Foley Michael Hodge Robbie Deans David Croft Simon Kasprowicz Scott Gourley and Jason Little
The match was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end Bernard Foley starred with the bat scoring 58no (three sixes) for the Union team while Todd Payten scored 36 off just 28 deliveries (two huge sixes) towards the tail of the League innings after Ryan Cross knocked up a stylish 26 earlier Bowling honours were shared around but how about Phil Waughrsquos performance behind the stumps ndash 4 catches and 1 stumping
Right Australian Wallabies Coach - Robbie Deans christened Cauliflower Club Cap 1 on the day in the middle of the SCG
Below the victorious Rugby League stars in the NSW Australian dressing room at the end of the game
BATTLEOF THE CODES
Battle of the Codes 24th January 2013
RUGBY LEAGUE CAPTAIN JIMMY SMITH INTRODUCES RICHIE BENAUD TO HIS TEAM SCORE SHEETS FROM THE EVENT CAN BE FOUND ON THE MARATHONCRICKETCOM WEBSITE OR BY CLICKING HERE
THE LAUNCH OF THE CAULIFLOWER CLUBA roughnut division of the Primary Club of Australia
Our rugby brethren share our keenness to help people with a disability particularly those caused by sporting injuries through the provision of recreational and rehabilitative facilities
The Primary Clubrsquos launch of its ldquoalliancerdquo with the Rugby community via the Cauliflower Club was held at Sheraton on the Park Grand Ballroom Elizabeth Street Sydney hosted by long standing Primary Club member The Honorable Barry OrsquoFarrell MP Premier of NSW on Monday 12th November
Members of the Cauliflower Club will donate money every time a Wallaby front-rower scores a try in a Test against a major rugby nation We reckon $50 a try the first time it happens in the year at which point members can opt out of paying for the rest of the year or ndash if yoursquore feeling strong ndash $50 for every successive try in the year thereafter
Though a separate entity the Cauliflower Club will be run via the Primary Club meaning all donations will be tax deductible and we will use Primary Club administrative resources and infrastructure
We are honoured to have Australiarsquos most venerable rugby front-rower of them all Sir Nicholas Shehadie as our Patron The money will be distributed back to rugby charities most particularly spinal rehabilitation units Hearts in Union and so forth with the provision of equipment and facilities
Peter FitzSimons President
Left Peter FitzSimons presents NSW Premier Barry OrsquoFarrell MP with the Clubrsquos first tie Above Phil Kearns (left) sits with Joe Hockey Federal Opposition Treasurer (right) and Mike Baird NSW Treasurer (standing) at the Cauliflower Club luncheon Below - three former Australian Rugby Test Captains standing - John Eales Sir Nicholas Shehadie and Nick Farr-Jones
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ~ $2750bull Exclusivenamingrightsforyourracebull Fullpageadvertisementinracebookbull Courseentryracebookprivatetotefacilitiesbuffetlunchincluding
beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
featuring your name as a Race Sponsorbull Approximately2000TABoutletsandagencieswillpostyournameasa
Race Sponsorbull SydneyandmetropolitannewspaperswillprintyournameontheForm
Guide and race results the following daybull Livebroadcastingofyourraceon2KYplusNBNtelevisioncoverageof
the dayrsquos event on the evening newsbull WinningPostsignageplustheopportunitytodisplaypromotional
banners in the saddling enclosurebull Groupphotographwiththewinninghorse
Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
RESULTSSummary game scores are available from the wwwmarathoncricketcom website The Troopers (for my team) put in the largest net run result with 105 and only 4 wickets lost However overall the Twelfth Manrsquos team helped by a lower wicket count netted 1180 runs to defeat the Presidentrsquos Team with 1133 runs This now evens the series 2-all although I hear Richie is still pleading a case at the ICC on how last yearrsquos result in the rain was decided under the twisted ldquoDuckworth-Lewis method champagnoiserdquo
Has anyone spoken to the poor guy who faced 6 deliveries and got out 5 times ndash twice bowled twice caught and once stumped
Jim Maxwell
President
The Primary Club of Australia can be found on Twitter and Facebook wwwtwittercomPrimaryClubAust and wwwfacebookcomPrimaryClubofAustralia
During the Marathon Cricket many players and officials tweeted about their experience Like Jimmy Smith and his Golden Duck
Photos from Marathon Cricket 2013 (and other years) are available via the Marathon Cricket website wwwmarathoncricketcom
Top Manly DCA played a father and sons match early on Day Two
Below The Blind Cricket NSW team prior to their match vs the Primary Club Ever wondered how Blind Cricket is played For more information visit the Blind Cricket NSW website - wwwblindcricketnswcom
Battle of the CodesWhen Rugby meets League on the cricket pitchIn front of several hundred sports fans Marathon Cricket was the backdrop for the Battle of the Codes Twenty20 between a team of Rugby League legends and their Rugby Union counterparts
The League Team consisted of Matt Adamson Justin Dooley Ryan Cross Todd Greenberg Wendell Sailor Michael Gillett Jason Taylor Jimmy Smith Todd Payten Bryan Fletcher and Luke Patten
The legends of Union Team were Richard Harry Matt Dunning Michael Hercus Phil Waugh Bernard Foley Michael Hodge Robbie Deans David Croft Simon Kasprowicz Scott Gourley and Jason Little
The match was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end Bernard Foley starred with the bat scoring 58no (three sixes) for the Union team while Todd Payten scored 36 off just 28 deliveries (two huge sixes) towards the tail of the League innings after Ryan Cross knocked up a stylish 26 earlier Bowling honours were shared around but how about Phil Waughrsquos performance behind the stumps ndash 4 catches and 1 stumping
Right Australian Wallabies Coach - Robbie Deans christened Cauliflower Club Cap 1 on the day in the middle of the SCG
Below the victorious Rugby League stars in the NSW Australian dressing room at the end of the game
BATTLEOF THE CODES
Battle of the Codes 24th January 2013
RUGBY LEAGUE CAPTAIN JIMMY SMITH INTRODUCES RICHIE BENAUD TO HIS TEAM SCORE SHEETS FROM THE EVENT CAN BE FOUND ON THE MARATHONCRICKETCOM WEBSITE OR BY CLICKING HERE
THE LAUNCH OF THE CAULIFLOWER CLUBA roughnut division of the Primary Club of Australia
Our rugby brethren share our keenness to help people with a disability particularly those caused by sporting injuries through the provision of recreational and rehabilitative facilities
The Primary Clubrsquos launch of its ldquoalliancerdquo with the Rugby community via the Cauliflower Club was held at Sheraton on the Park Grand Ballroom Elizabeth Street Sydney hosted by long standing Primary Club member The Honorable Barry OrsquoFarrell MP Premier of NSW on Monday 12th November
Members of the Cauliflower Club will donate money every time a Wallaby front-rower scores a try in a Test against a major rugby nation We reckon $50 a try the first time it happens in the year at which point members can opt out of paying for the rest of the year or ndash if yoursquore feeling strong ndash $50 for every successive try in the year thereafter
Though a separate entity the Cauliflower Club will be run via the Primary Club meaning all donations will be tax deductible and we will use Primary Club administrative resources and infrastructure
We are honoured to have Australiarsquos most venerable rugby front-rower of them all Sir Nicholas Shehadie as our Patron The money will be distributed back to rugby charities most particularly spinal rehabilitation units Hearts in Union and so forth with the provision of equipment and facilities
Peter FitzSimons President
Left Peter FitzSimons presents NSW Premier Barry OrsquoFarrell MP with the Clubrsquos first tie Above Phil Kearns (left) sits with Joe Hockey Federal Opposition Treasurer (right) and Mike Baird NSW Treasurer (standing) at the Cauliflower Club luncheon Below - three former Australian Rugby Test Captains standing - John Eales Sir Nicholas Shehadie and Nick Farr-Jones
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ~ $2750bull Exclusivenamingrightsforyourracebull Fullpageadvertisementinracebookbull Courseentryracebookprivatetotefacilitiesbuffetlunchincluding
beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
featuring your name as a Race Sponsorbull Approximately2000TABoutletsandagencieswillpostyournameasa
Race Sponsorbull SydneyandmetropolitannewspaperswillprintyournameontheForm
Guide and race results the following daybull Livebroadcastingofyourraceon2KYplusNBNtelevisioncoverageof
the dayrsquos event on the evening newsbull WinningPostsignageplustheopportunitytodisplaypromotional
banners in the saddling enclosurebull Groupphotographwiththewinninghorse
Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
Battle of the CodesWhen Rugby meets League on the cricket pitchIn front of several hundred sports fans Marathon Cricket was the backdrop for the Battle of the Codes Twenty20 between a team of Rugby League legends and their Rugby Union counterparts
The League Team consisted of Matt Adamson Justin Dooley Ryan Cross Todd Greenberg Wendell Sailor Michael Gillett Jason Taylor Jimmy Smith Todd Payten Bryan Fletcher and Luke Patten
The legends of Union Team were Richard Harry Matt Dunning Michael Hercus Phil Waugh Bernard Foley Michael Hodge Robbie Deans David Croft Simon Kasprowicz Scott Gourley and Jason Little
The match was won by the League contingent by just 11 runs in the end Bernard Foley starred with the bat scoring 58no (three sixes) for the Union team while Todd Payten scored 36 off just 28 deliveries (two huge sixes) towards the tail of the League innings after Ryan Cross knocked up a stylish 26 earlier Bowling honours were shared around but how about Phil Waughrsquos performance behind the stumps ndash 4 catches and 1 stumping
Right Australian Wallabies Coach - Robbie Deans christened Cauliflower Club Cap 1 on the day in the middle of the SCG
Below the victorious Rugby League stars in the NSW Australian dressing room at the end of the game
BATTLEOF THE CODES
Battle of the Codes 24th January 2013
RUGBY LEAGUE CAPTAIN JIMMY SMITH INTRODUCES RICHIE BENAUD TO HIS TEAM SCORE SHEETS FROM THE EVENT CAN BE FOUND ON THE MARATHONCRICKETCOM WEBSITE OR BY CLICKING HERE
THE LAUNCH OF THE CAULIFLOWER CLUBA roughnut division of the Primary Club of Australia
Our rugby brethren share our keenness to help people with a disability particularly those caused by sporting injuries through the provision of recreational and rehabilitative facilities
The Primary Clubrsquos launch of its ldquoalliancerdquo with the Rugby community via the Cauliflower Club was held at Sheraton on the Park Grand Ballroom Elizabeth Street Sydney hosted by long standing Primary Club member The Honorable Barry OrsquoFarrell MP Premier of NSW on Monday 12th November
Members of the Cauliflower Club will donate money every time a Wallaby front-rower scores a try in a Test against a major rugby nation We reckon $50 a try the first time it happens in the year at which point members can opt out of paying for the rest of the year or ndash if yoursquore feeling strong ndash $50 for every successive try in the year thereafter
Though a separate entity the Cauliflower Club will be run via the Primary Club meaning all donations will be tax deductible and we will use Primary Club administrative resources and infrastructure
We are honoured to have Australiarsquos most venerable rugby front-rower of them all Sir Nicholas Shehadie as our Patron The money will be distributed back to rugby charities most particularly spinal rehabilitation units Hearts in Union and so forth with the provision of equipment and facilities
Peter FitzSimons President
Left Peter FitzSimons presents NSW Premier Barry OrsquoFarrell MP with the Clubrsquos first tie Above Phil Kearns (left) sits with Joe Hockey Federal Opposition Treasurer (right) and Mike Baird NSW Treasurer (standing) at the Cauliflower Club luncheon Below - three former Australian Rugby Test Captains standing - John Eales Sir Nicholas Shehadie and Nick Farr-Jones
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ~ $2750bull Exclusivenamingrightsforyourracebull Fullpageadvertisementinracebookbull Courseentryracebookprivatetotefacilitiesbuffetlunchincluding
beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
featuring your name as a Race Sponsorbull Approximately2000TABoutletsandagencieswillpostyournameasa
Race Sponsorbull SydneyandmetropolitannewspaperswillprintyournameontheForm
Guide and race results the following daybull Livebroadcastingofyourraceon2KYplusNBNtelevisioncoverageof
the dayrsquos event on the evening newsbull WinningPostsignageplustheopportunitytodisplaypromotional
banners in the saddling enclosurebull Groupphotographwiththewinninghorse
Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
BATTLEOF THE CODES
Battle of the Codes 24th January 2013
RUGBY LEAGUE CAPTAIN JIMMY SMITH INTRODUCES RICHIE BENAUD TO HIS TEAM SCORE SHEETS FROM THE EVENT CAN BE FOUND ON THE MARATHONCRICKETCOM WEBSITE OR BY CLICKING HERE
THE LAUNCH OF THE CAULIFLOWER CLUBA roughnut division of the Primary Club of Australia
Our rugby brethren share our keenness to help people with a disability particularly those caused by sporting injuries through the provision of recreational and rehabilitative facilities
The Primary Clubrsquos launch of its ldquoalliancerdquo with the Rugby community via the Cauliflower Club was held at Sheraton on the Park Grand Ballroom Elizabeth Street Sydney hosted by long standing Primary Club member The Honorable Barry OrsquoFarrell MP Premier of NSW on Monday 12th November
Members of the Cauliflower Club will donate money every time a Wallaby front-rower scores a try in a Test against a major rugby nation We reckon $50 a try the first time it happens in the year at which point members can opt out of paying for the rest of the year or ndash if yoursquore feeling strong ndash $50 for every successive try in the year thereafter
Though a separate entity the Cauliflower Club will be run via the Primary Club meaning all donations will be tax deductible and we will use Primary Club administrative resources and infrastructure
We are honoured to have Australiarsquos most venerable rugby front-rower of them all Sir Nicholas Shehadie as our Patron The money will be distributed back to rugby charities most particularly spinal rehabilitation units Hearts in Union and so forth with the provision of equipment and facilities
Peter FitzSimons President
Left Peter FitzSimons presents NSW Premier Barry OrsquoFarrell MP with the Clubrsquos first tie Above Phil Kearns (left) sits with Joe Hockey Federal Opposition Treasurer (right) and Mike Baird NSW Treasurer (standing) at the Cauliflower Club luncheon Below - three former Australian Rugby Test Captains standing - John Eales Sir Nicholas Shehadie and Nick Farr-Jones
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ~ $2750bull Exclusivenamingrightsforyourracebull Fullpageadvertisementinracebookbull Courseentryracebookprivatetotefacilitiesbuffetlunchincluding
beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
featuring your name as a Race Sponsorbull Approximately2000TABoutletsandagencieswillpostyournameasa
Race Sponsorbull SydneyandmetropolitannewspaperswillprintyournameontheForm
Guide and race results the following daybull Livebroadcastingofyourraceon2KYplusNBNtelevisioncoverageof
the dayrsquos event on the evening newsbull WinningPostsignageplustheopportunitytodisplaypromotional
banners in the saddling enclosurebull Groupphotographwiththewinninghorse
Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
THE LAUNCH OF THE CAULIFLOWER CLUBA roughnut division of the Primary Club of Australia
Our rugby brethren share our keenness to help people with a disability particularly those caused by sporting injuries through the provision of recreational and rehabilitative facilities
The Primary Clubrsquos launch of its ldquoalliancerdquo with the Rugby community via the Cauliflower Club was held at Sheraton on the Park Grand Ballroom Elizabeth Street Sydney hosted by long standing Primary Club member The Honorable Barry OrsquoFarrell MP Premier of NSW on Monday 12th November
Members of the Cauliflower Club will donate money every time a Wallaby front-rower scores a try in a Test against a major rugby nation We reckon $50 a try the first time it happens in the year at which point members can opt out of paying for the rest of the year or ndash if yoursquore feeling strong ndash $50 for every successive try in the year thereafter
Though a separate entity the Cauliflower Club will be run via the Primary Club meaning all donations will be tax deductible and we will use Primary Club administrative resources and infrastructure
We are honoured to have Australiarsquos most venerable rugby front-rower of them all Sir Nicholas Shehadie as our Patron The money will be distributed back to rugby charities most particularly spinal rehabilitation units Hearts in Union and so forth with the provision of equipment and facilities
Peter FitzSimons President
Left Peter FitzSimons presents NSW Premier Barry OrsquoFarrell MP with the Clubrsquos first tie Above Phil Kearns (left) sits with Joe Hockey Federal Opposition Treasurer (right) and Mike Baird NSW Treasurer (standing) at the Cauliflower Club luncheon Below - three former Australian Rugby Test Captains standing - John Eales Sir Nicholas Shehadie and Nick Farr-Jones
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ~ $2750bull Exclusivenamingrightsforyourracebull Fullpageadvertisementinracebookbull Courseentryracebookprivatetotefacilitiesbuffetlunchincluding
beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
featuring your name as a Race Sponsorbull Approximately2000TABoutletsandagencieswillpostyournameasa
Race Sponsorbull SydneyandmetropolitannewspaperswillprintyournameontheForm
Guide and race results the following daybull Livebroadcastingofyourraceon2KYplusNBNtelevisioncoverageof
the dayrsquos event on the evening newsbull WinningPostsignageplustheopportunitytodisplaypromotional
banners in the saddling enclosurebull Groupphotographwiththewinninghorse
Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
Forthcoming eventsWhen the cricket isnrsquot on we still like to hold an event or two
WYONG RACE DAY FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2013
WYONG RACE CLUB Howarth Street Wyong NSW 2259
More information will be forthcoming regarding this great event However if you are interested in sponsoring a race on Race Day please contact the Primary Club office on 02 9980 2525
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beer and wines for 10 guestsbull ReturncoachtransfersfromSydneybull NationalSKYChannelcoverageofracelivetoover6000venues
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Wyong Race DayFriday 9 August 2013
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
FRIDAY 2 AUGUST 2013 NSW PARLIAMENT HOUSE STRANGERS DINING ROOMPlease come and join us at our traditional luncheon on the 2nd August Itrsquos looking like a wonderful event Our guest speaker is Valli Little Since 2004 she has worked as a home economist and food writer working on many successful titles and as Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine Valli is able to indulge her love of recipe and feature writing often producing in excess of 60 recipes each month inspired continually by her travels and love of food
Our MC is Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz whose extensive broadcasting career has seen her on SBS television the Nine Network Fox Sports and she is currently seen on ABC1 where she has been since late 2010
DETAILS LOCATION Strangers Dining Room NSW Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney
AT Noon on Friday 2nd August 2013
PARKING Parking is available in several commercial parking stations nearby
TICKET PRICES $145 per head for Members and Guests $2900 for a corporate supporterrsquos table of 10 guests
ENQUIRIES Anja Smalbil 02 9980 2525 memberprimaryclubcom
All proceeds will be directed to the Primary Clubrsquos disabled sports initiatives
MC - Australian sports presenter Stephanie Brantz
Our guest speaker is Valli Little Food Editor of the highly successful ABC Delicious Magazine
PARLIAMENT HOUSE LUNCHEON
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
Chacircteau TanundaIn November 2012 on the invitation of member John Geber a squad of Primarians from Victoria South Australia and New South Wales (plus one Western Australian) gathered at Chacircteau Tanunda for two days of cricket on the magnificent turf-wicket oval in the grounds of the Chacircteau Well the blokes played cricket the girls enjoyed wine tours and luncheons at Maggie Beerrsquos and Ferment Asia On the Friday evening our host Mr Geber opened up the Long Room in the Chacircteau and entertained us with a wine-tasting and gourmet barbecue dinner 38 players and supporters attended the dinner
Following our sojourn in the wine fields the squad headed to Adelaide to participate in the 15th World Golden Oldies with games sight-seeing and other festival activities over the week Given the Clubrsquos performance on the field in the 2010 Harrogate festival we were encouraged by this tour - two wins and one loss the first game a very tight win over Harry Solomonsrsquo Australian Sri Lankans Player of the series was John Dedman with most runs and most wickets over the whole tour
We are going back to the Barossa in November 2013 This time we expect to be playing at least three days of cricket leading up to the Old England
vs Old Australia Masters clash at the Chacircteau and the Adelaide Ashes Test Keep an eye out for more details on the website or call or email the office if you would like more information
Photos clockwise (ish) top and top right the Primary Club Red and Yellow teams at the Chacircteau centre right - Cathie and Ray Thompson and Sheridan and Sandy Morgan at the Golden Oldies Gala Dinner right bottom- the Primary Club XI team versus the Valley Diehards (Qld) Yellow captain Stephen Toomey presenting the trophy to winning Red captain Rick Glover supporters on the hill under the Primary Club flag (centre) Roland Burt (left Vic) and Roger Wills (right SA) presenting a plaque to John Geber in appreciation
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AT BOWRALIN WHAT HAS BECOME A TRADITION ON ANZAC DAY THE PRIMARY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA HEADS TO BOWRAL TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS NSW CRICKET DAY AT BRADMAN OVAL BOWRAL
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-
Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receives the Member of the Order of Australia (AM)The voice of summer on ABC Radio and President of The Primary Club of Australia has been honoured after 40 years of service to ABC audiences and the sport he loves with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to sports broadcasting
Australian Cricket Captain Michael Clarke said ldquoHis knowledge and experience in the game of cricket is like no other I think so many listeners around the world love listening to Jim on radio and if anyone deserves it he certainly does the game certainly wouldnrsquot be the same without himrdquo
Jim Maxwell who became the President of the Primary Club in 2009 can be heard calling cricket for ABC Radio in Australia and around the world
ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said ldquoJimrsquos voice is one of the most distinctive features of an Australian Summer From Lords to Newlands to the SCG Jim has established himself as one of the most respected voices in the cricketing world
On behalf of the committee and members of the Primary Club of Australia we congratulate Jim Maxwell on receiving his AM
Elanora Golf DayElanora Country Club again put on a great day for the Primary Club of Australiarsquos members and guests who played in the annual Mixed Irish Four-ball Elanora Golf Day in late March
Congratulations to Darren Field and Ann Bennett the Womenrsquos and Menrsquos Individual Stableford Champions with their trophies (photos from the top)
Below them is Sheelagh Armstrong and Judy Dind recipients of the womenrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive and Peter Ramali and Jeff Macdougall recipients of the menrsquos nearest the pin and longest drive with their loot
The winners of the main event the Mixed Irish Four-ball were Lerida and David Grant Louise Price and Ron Bogan who can be seen in the photo below along with Primary Club President Jim Maxwell
The day raised over $9000 and we invite all members to join us at Pymble Golf Course in October for our next golfing event
The screen grab above shows a TEN Network story about Primary Club of Australia President Jim Maxwell receiving his AM The footage was filmed at Marathon Cricket 2013 held at the SCG
Click on the image above to view the entire clip on YouTube
- Our donations
- Our donations
- Victorian Cricket
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- Marathon Cricket IV
- Battle of the Codes
- Epworth Rehabilitation
- The Launch Of The Cauliflower Club
-