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This page has information and news of interest to the members. For a full list of forthcoming events, see "Calendar" on the menu and for a list of results see "Results".

 
 
  BRIDGE SESSIONS

Bridge Sessions are operating as follows:

Normal schedule:
Monday evening at 6.30 pm for 7 pm start,
 in the Remembrance Room
No need to register beforehand
.


T
hursday, at 12.30 pm for 1 pm start:   IN THE REMEMBRANCE ROOM
Saturday at 12.30 pm for 1 pm start;  IN THE REMEMBRANCE ROOM

MASKS are OPTIONAL. 
For enquiries email: nbdiggersbridge@bigpond.com or text Helen Legge (Secretary) 0401 675 805.

  Christmas Party 2023

The very enjoyable Christmas Party was held on Saturday 9 December, 2023.  The day commenced at Wests Diggers Nelson Bay Club with bridge play at 10.30 am for 14 tables.  After bridge play finished at 12.45 pm, sparkling wine and drinks were served as members and guests made their way to their tables for lunch.  As well as the 56 bridge players, there were 10 for lunch only, making a total of 66, the largest Christmas Party total in "living memory"!

A delicious lunch of roast meats and vegetables was served. Following the main meal, Nigel welcomed the guests, and announced the answers to the intriguing quiz he had composed himself. Lucky draw prizes based on the letters in the word "CHRISTMAS" were presented.


Gavin, accompanied by his guitar, led the carol singing of "Aussie Jingle Bells" and "We wish you a Merry Christmas".  assisted by Dorothy on the "keyboard".
His music and use of the microphone are much appreciated.  


Following dessert of decadent strawberry or chocolate tortes, Nigel presented the prizes: 
The Best Dressed went jointly to Sue White, who looked very authentic and stylish as an elf, with one green and one red leg (where do you get these things?);
and Lynnette Fitz Henry, resplendent in gold and glitter.

The Most Improved Player went to Paulene Murdoch;
and the President's Award for the member who contributed most to the club in 2023, went to the Events Co-ordinator, Gloria Barrett.
Congratulations to all!


And congratulations to the winners of bridge:   
N/S: 1st: Christine Blackledge and Fay Bear; 2nd: Bruce and Kay Baguley; 3rd: Brian and Daphne Hodges.
E/W:  1st: Barry and Millie Lindsay; 2nd: Robyn Geale and Helen Legge; 3rd: Chris Ledingham and Carol Dennis.


PHOTOS were taken by Darcy Geale, and edited by Debi Webber. See pictures attached.   Thank you Darcy and Debi.


 

  • Aa President Nigel
  • Ab The Setting
  • Ac Table Decos
  • Aca Lucky Prize Theme
  • Ad Nigel and Gloria Presidents Award recipient
  • Ae Nigel and Paulene Most Improved
  • Af Best Dressed Elf Sue with Debi
  • Ag Lynnette Best Dressed and Debi
  • Angela Pauline Kerry Marie
  • Ann
  • Charmaine and President Nigel
  • Daphne Brian and John
  • Dorothy
  • EW Winners Barry and Millie
  • Gavin and Dorothy
  • Jill
  • Kay
  • Kerry
  • Kim and Chris
  • Lesley Heather and Paulene
  • Libby and Chris
  • Liz and Robyn
  • Lynne and John
  • Margaret and Penny
  • NS Winners Christine and Fay
  • Pam
  • Peta
  • Peter L
  • Sandy Cheryl and Christine
  • Sue and Maggie
  • Trish and Chris
  • Trish and Peta
  Seeking partner???

Partner finding on the website:  If you need a partner for a particular session, FIRST please attempt to find one yourself using the member contact list. A copy is sent out annually by e-mail, and printed copies are available in the Bridge Room. If you are unable to find a partner and wish to have your name added to the list below, please phone or, preferably text, Helen Legge 0401 675 805.  Back-up is Debi Webber 0407 262 690.  Please note this website is a public forum, so your consent is needed to use your phone number.  Unless you advise otherwise, your consent will be assumed to use the phone numbers given on the members' contact list. Your feedback to this process is welcomed.



 

  Welfare Officer

At the Committee Meeting of 19 August 2019, a new Welfare Officer: Julie Shaw, was appointed.  If you know of any member who is experiencing illness, hospitalisation or family bereavement, for example, please inform Julie (PH: 0408 965 494) so the appropriate action may be taken.