Committee Newsletter 4-October-2021
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October 4, 2021
Committee Newsletter 4-October-2021
Dear Members,
At a time when we dread to turn on the TV for another dose of gloom and doom, let’s start with some good news. You may have noticed that the installation of LED lights throughout the club has been completed over the last few weeks. In addition, the lines in the carpark have been repainted and the old hot/cold tap has been replaced by one with a greater cup capacity and hopefully a more sustained performance.
It’s good to be back at the club, albeit under Level 2 restrictions, playing the game which we all enjoy and reconnecting with those whom we haven’t seen for a while. Our thanks go to the directors who worked hard to administer BBO during Levels 3 and 4, and to Sue who now has the daily task of processing the bookings needed for play under Level 2. We are grateful also to John Skipper for undertaking the onerous task of sorting out the details of competition play into a coherent form after all the missed nights, and for collating the input from other committee members to finalise the layout for the 2022 Programme Book.
In the meantime we are all adapting to the changed landscape created by playing bridge at Level 2. The committee has continued to meet via Zoom and to monitor the constantly evolving situation. We are mindful of observing the protocols as laid down by government and of taking guidance from NZ Bridge. In a club with a membership of over 800, we no doubt occupy a variety of positions on the vaccination/non-vaccination spectrum. Given that our demographic includes a considerable number of vulnerable people, we would encourage members to undertake vaccination but are aware that there are some members who cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons (and whom the government has indicated may be eligible for vaccination exemptions), and that there will be others who do not wish to be vaccinated for a variety of reasons. We need to be aware of privacy issues and of the fact that the government has not mandated disclosure of vaccination status, or compulsory vaccination. Thus it would seem premature for us to consider any such actions .Instead, let’s be calm and moderate in our approach, show support and respect for others, observe Level 2 protocols and enjoy playing the game we value so much.
Take care everyone,
Marilyn Copland,
Club President.
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Tournament Results: Ashburton: Mid-Canterbury Pairs 1st - Jessie Pelenato / Leon Meier 3rd - Graeme Tuffnell / Jan Alabaster Green section: 1st - Tina Sims / Bridget O’Brien 2nd - Margaret Fraser / Richard Williams Anniversary Pairs: This Saturday, 10am. This is a Club member only handicapped tournament. Please pay the entry fee $25 by this Thursday to allow the payments to be checked off. You can pay cash or use the EFTPOS at the Club (ask Thea) or pay on-line. Road Closures: Due to the Super Rugby round being held at the new stadium all this weekend, road closures will be in place. Roads will be closed on parts of Barbadoes Street, Madras Street between Hereford Street and St Asaph Street and streets close by around the stadium. Access to the Club will still be open but maybe allow more time to get there. Beginner Bridge Classes: The next class starts Monday 4th May at 7.30pm. Tutor: David Taylor. Please let your friends, family & work colleagues know. Daytime sessions: With a lot of new apartments in the area, there is an increase of children around. Can we ask when leaving the car park particularly for the daytime sessions that you keep the speed down when going down Nova Place. Canterbury Congress: 16/17 May: Competitions for all levels. See noticeboard or the flyer on the Home page of this website for further information. An experienced open pair from Auckland are looking for team-mates. Contact the office for further information.
Tournament Results: Marlborough 5A Teams: 1st – Jane Lennon / Max Morrison / David Taylor / Jessie Pelenato 2nd – Leon Meier / Charles Ker / John Patterson / Kate Davies Marlborough 5A Pairs: 1st – Leon Meier / Charles Ker 4th – Tina Sims / Jane Walders Friday Rubber Bridge this Friday 17th April at 6.30pm until 8.30am, no partner required, all welcome. Saturday Night Bridge this coming Saturday, April 18. 7pm start! Hot scones & jam for supper. Prizes!! Anniversary Pairs: Date: Saturday 25 April This is a handicapped tournament. The tournament is for Club members only. More information can be found on the flyer on the Home page of this website. Enter on the entry form in the Club foyer. Sunday Bridge Sessions: We are looking for more volunteers to be added to the roster to be a volunteer spare player when required. Please email the office if you can help. Kaikoura Bridge Tournament: A NZ Intermediate grade member is looking for an Intermediate partner to play in the Kaikoura Bridge tournament being held on May 23rd. Please contact the office if you would like to play.
