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Editor's Note
A hectic two months, with too much to do. Sorry about a combined issue, but sometimes, one has to do things...
Ed.
Presidential Greetings.......
As evidenced by my previous rantings, most of you know that I occasionally get on my soapbox regarding some issue or another. This time, due to the stresses of exams (yeah, doing post-grad studies seemed like a VERY good idea at the time…) I am putting aside the soapbox and just express my delight at the attendances at the social events we’ve had. Considering we have been having more functions in the last couple of months, with more to come, this is certainly good news.
I would also like to take this opportunity to request members to give some thought about which further direction you want the LYC to take in the future. If you have suggestions, please talk to any committee member – we will gather them all up and discuss with everyone. For example, do you believe we should remain strictly as a social group, or should we take up other challenges?
In the meantime, I keep looking forward to catching up with everyone during the upcoming functions.
Cheers,
Anthony
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Still a few joining, and a few oldies (that relates to their being members some time ago, definitely not their age) joining again. Welcome!
| Tuck Meng S. | Robert G. |
| Paul H. | Eric H. |
Out total membership is now 55, a wonderful result for the year, and 10% over our target.
And a departure: Sadly, Stephane Lo (Shu to most of you) had to return to France in October. He said thanks to all members for making himself and Hervé welcome. Luckily, Hervé will be back for a while after a short holiday in France. Farewell Shu, don't forget us! ;)
After much hair pulling, this function was postponed again. Keep an eye out for it.
While not a Club function in the real sense of the word, this exhibition saw a long term member displaying his art together with other Canberra artists. Congratulations Ch'un-Chiang.
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What a wonderful
weekend! Despite a reduced number of Sydney members, we still had
four (yes, count them FOUR) wonderful functions all on the same weekend:
Floriade:
About 20 intrepid adventurers braved the cold winds and occasional rain
to view this wonderful spectacle.
Barbecue:
Thanks to Glenn who provided a wonderful setting for a barbecue, with
around 30 enjoying the feast and the wonderful camaraderie. Thanks
also (again..) to Mark and Barrie for organising the food, and to those
who helped on the night. And I wonder who was the last to leave Cube? ;)
Thai
Cultural and Food Festival:
Goodness knows how many attended this, as there were thousands there (it
seemed), and it was difficult to count our members. But this was
certainly a hit, even though there was a wait for some of the wonderful
food.
Tennis:
Well, last, but certainly not least, 8 players and some spectators
enjoyed a couple of hours to wear away the kilos put on in the past two
days.
Thanks very much Sydney, for your visit. See you at the Bush Dance.
Stuart's home was ideal for a relaxed barbecue, with some 20 members and guests enjoying his and Cesar's hospitality. A lovely relaxing LYC function! Tony E. turned up (he's quite the social butterfly!) and brought a new member, Eric H - Welcome to the Club. And thanks again Stuart and Cesar.
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November Function - Bush Dance and Visit by LYC Sydney, 26 November
Sydney LYCC will again visit for the Tennis Club Bush Dance. There will be a "pre-Dance" barbecue, hosted by Stephen and Daniel, and I have no doubt, there will be a "post-Dance" Cube visit! We need numbers for the barbecue only, so if you are coming to that, please RSVP---> Click here! It's BYO Drinks only. All food provided. $5 for non-financial Canberrans.
NOTE, that we may need accommodation for Sydney Members. I'll let you know closer to the day, so if you have a spare bed, keep this in mind please.
New members or those not on our mailing list, please click Here for details on how to join!
The LYCS Christmas party will be held on 10 December. Full details will be sent to members. It promises to be a great night!!!
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International News and our Sister Australian Clubs
After over 20 years as the international coordinator for Long Yang Clubs world wide, Billy Wong had decided to hang up his hat. He resigned from the LYC International Executive Committee in mid October.
Billy, from LYCC, thank you for your support and guidance over the past 18 years.
Below is information from iCON 2005:
New officers for 2005-2006 term are as follows:
Rick Simons
President
LYC Minnesota
Billy Wong
Vice-President LYC London
(as mentioned above, since resigned)
Jimmy Eggleston Secretary
LYC Seattle
Chris Hamblin Treasurer
LYC Auckland
Dexter Mejia
Member
LYC Manila
Peter Holmes
Member
LYC Canberra
All resolutions and Amendments proposed before the AGM were Adopted.
LYC Minnesota was confirmed as the host chapter for iCON 2007.
LYC Pacific Friends in San Francisco will be hosting iCON 2006.
With Billy Wong's departure, his International Coordination role will be taken up by the Executive Committee:
Rick Simon – East Coast and Central USA and Canada (Eastern) George Storrow – Europe Chris Hamblin – New Zealand Jimmy Eggleston – West Coast USA and Canada (Western) Dexter Mejia – Bangkok, Hong Kong, Manila Peter Holmes – Australia
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Asian and Australian holidays – November 2005
November
1 - Melbourne Cup (okay, it's not a national holiday, but it should
be!!)
November 3 - Bunka-no-Hi (Culture Day), Japan
November 9 - Independence Day, Cambodia
November 11 - Remembrance Day (Armistice), Australia
November 15 - Loy Krathong (Festival of Floating Bowls), Thailand
November 19 - The Elephant Festival, Thailand
November 23 - Kinro-Kansha-no-Hi (Labor Thanksgiving Day), Japan
November 18 - Independence Day, East Timor
November 29 - Ngan-Girra Festival of Indigenous Australian Culture,
Australia
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