AATTV 45th Anniversary Reunion hosted by AATTV Association ACT Branch
will be held in Canberra, Australian Capitol Territory, Australia
over the period 23rd March to 25th March 2007.
Contact details for those requiring information may be directed
to:
Simon Hearder
7 Salsola Street,
RIVETT ACT 2611
Telephone contact: 02-62884801
Email address: simchar7@internode.net.au
The February Update for the 45th Reunion in Canberra 23- 25 March 2007 as received 3rd February 2007 from Simon Hearder is condensed as follows.
General Details on the Activities of the AATTV
Association
45th Reunion in Canberra , ACT 23-25
March 2007
Welcome to Canberra and the Nation’s Capital . We hope that the 371 members and guests , who are from all states and territories , NZ and the USA , will enjoy their stay here . This brief is to provide you with the details of the activities and events.
The following program has been arranged :
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Friday 23rd March 2007
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Meet and Greet Cocktail Party
1730 hrs to 1800 hrs - Registration
( and pick up “Final Details “ bag ).
1800 hrs to 1930 hrs - Reception – to include short “ Welcome to the ACT” address by the Chief Minister of the ACT – Mr Jon Stanhope Location: School of Hospitality, Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) , Constitution Ave, REID Dress: Jacket and Tie (Men) – no medals or miniatures. . After Five attire (Ladies) Bus Transport : from pick up points 20 minutes before function and return for those requiring it. Note: Members and their guests to make own
arrangements for dinner.
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| Saturday, 24th March 2007 | Commemorative Service at the
Australian War Memorial
1030 hrs to 1130 hrs - Commemorative Service
in the Western ForeCourt , at the side of the AWM.
Location: Australian War Memorial , Anzac Parade , REID. Dress: Suit or Jacket - TEAM tie and full size Medals to be worn with both (Men) . Day Wear and full size medals to be worn (Ladies) . As March in Canberra may be hot or cool a hat , beret or sun umbrella and/or a light jacket for the ladies should be considered. Bus Transport:
from pick up points … minutes before function and return for those requiring
it . Those staying OLIMS Hotel may choose to walk as its only a five minute
stroll .
Free time at conclusion of service until the 3pm pick up at bus points for the Reception. AATTV Commemorative Plaque: This is embedded in the lawn area of the northern side of the walkway from the Western Forecourt to the carpark. Reception at Government House , Canberra 1530 hrs to 1700 hrs - Outdoor Reception
at Government House to be hosted by the Governor
Location: Government House , Dunrossil Drive , YARRALUMLA. Dress: Suit or Jacket and TEAM tie with full size medals (Men) . Smart day wear with full size medals (Ladies). Bus Transport: from pick up points 30 minutes before function and return to pick up points after Function . Those taking cars –see “Final Details “ bag. Note: Everyone will be issued with individual Invitation/Entrée Card at Registration. Reunion Dinner at OLD Parliament House 1900 for 1930:Pre-dinner drinks
in the Kings Hall of Old Parliament House
Location: Old Parliament House, King Georges Terrace, PARKES – entry at front from King George’s Terrace. Dress: Lounge Suit with miniatures (Men) . Dinner Dress with miniatures (Ladies). Bus Transport : from pick up points …minutes before function and return to pick up points after function. Notes : A “ tab “ will operate at the
bar which covers beer , wine and soft drinks only. This will operate until
notified – after which it will be at own cost. Wine will also be provided
on each table at the start of the dinner.
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| Sunday, 25th March 2007 |
National Executive Meeting 1000 hrs - National Executive meetingfor
State Branch Presidents and Secretaries only ( or their
Buffet Lunch at Ainslie Footbal Club 1200 hrs to 1400 hrs Buffet Lunch at Ainslie Football Club Location : Ainslie (AFL) Football Club , Wakefield Avenue , AINSLIE. Dress: Neat Casual and informal for everyone. Bus Transport: from pick up points …. minutes before function and return to pick up points after function (timings to be advised ). Notes: There is ample parking behind
the club
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BUS TRANSPORT ARRANGEMENTS
Pick Up Points:
There will be two major bus pick up points with the possibility of
a third smaller one. The two major ones will be at OLIMS HOTEL , Corner
Limestone and Ainslie Ave AINSLIE and the CANBERRA REX HOTEL ,150
Northbourne Ave (Corner Ipima St & Northbourne Ave ) . There is ample
parking at both these locations.
People staying in other accommodation should
get to the Canberra Rex Pick Up Point.
Note : If there are sufficient people staying at the Caravan Village O’Connor a third smaller pick up point will be organised there. Check the Reception desk when you check in.
NAME TAGS
To help the “Reunion” aspect members
and their guests are urged to bring their own name tags to ALL functions.
Those who need AATTVA one are asked to get into touch with the Treasurer
of our Qld Branch who make an excellent Team name tag for each individual
person - male or female. Peter Conway can be contacted on 02 6687 6274
or email: plconway@nnsw.quik.com.au
SECURITY AND TRAVEL INSURANCE-
DISCLAIMER FOR RISKS
Canberra is a safe city but normal security
precautions for your valuables should be exercised at your accommodation.
Consider whether you need travel insurance. As with the 40th Reunion in
Perth all persons attending the AATTV Association 45th Reunion 2007 do
so at their own risk, the Reunion Committee accepts no responsibility for
personal injury , property damage or any other loss that may be suffered
through participation in any of the events comprising the AATTV Association
45th Reunion 2007.
COSTS
Sponsorship from the Federal Department of Veteran Affairs has been
sought from the Minister for Veteran Affairs and approval for all or part
of our submission is expected before Christmas.
Sponsorship from the ACT Government has been approved by the Chief
Minister. Although the sum is small ($2000) it is a recognition for our
Reunion being helf in Canberra.
NATIONAL RAFFLE
It is proposed to have a national raffle to defray costs. Tickets
to be issued later this year. Prizes being two items donated from the WA
40th celebrations plus a dozen bottles of premium wine from the ACT region.
A commemorative label has been arranged for the wine, other bottles of
which will also be available to members attending.
AMOUNT TO MEMBERS
Updated 25th January 2007. The final
cost per member and each member’s guest was determined at $240 per person.
Those who have paid the initial registration of $50 per person and the
first instalment of $100 per person only have to pay the balance of $90
per person. This and the other arrangements made will be advised in a fuller
document once received.
ACCOMMODATION
A list of preferred accommodation venues was
published in the Jun 06 issue of the Adviser magazine. Should anyone want
a copy of this then please ask for: Coloured Brochure about the Team and
the Re-union. They were sent out to each state - approx 70 to each
branch. Listed below are details that were gleaned from the Adviser magazine.
Those attending the reunion are to make their own accommodation bookings. Listed below are some hotels/motels which may be of use to those attending. Please ensure that you book well in advance as Canberra can be a very busy place and at times, accommodation is scarce.
Olims Hotel
Cnr Ainslie and Limestone Avenues
Canberra
Rooms from $AUD105.00 per night
Phone 1800 0200 16
www.olimshotel.com
Crowne Plaza
Crowne Casino
1 Benara Street
Civic
Average Nightl Rate $AUD240.00
Phone 02 6247 8999
www.crownplaza.com.au
Quality Hotel Dickson
Cnr Badham and Cape Streets
Dickson
Four Star From $AUD120.00 per night
Phone 02 6247 4744
dicksonreservations@ctuc.asn.au
Rydges Lakeside Hotel
Prices available on request
Phone 1800 226 466
www.rydges.com/canberra
Canberra Rex Hotel
Northbourne Avenue
Canberra
3 Star Rooms From $AUD90.00 per night
Phone 1800 026 103
www.canberrarexhotel.com.au
Citywalk Hotel
2 Mort Street
Civic
Rooms from $AUD65.00 per night
Phone 02 6357 0124
www.citywalkhotel.com.au
Gawani Country Club
Northbourne Avenue
Lyneham
Phone 02 6241 3377
www.gawani.com.au
Canberra City Gateway Motel
Conr Northbourne Ave and Marriot Streets
Lyneham
Three Star Rooms form $AUD99.00 per night
Ph 02 6247 2777
Comfort Inn Downtown
82 Northbourne Avenue
Canberra
Three Star Rooms from $AUD132.00 per night
Phone 02 6249 1388
Best Western Tall Trees Motel
21 Stephens Street
Ainslie
Four Star Rooms from $AUD99.00 per night
Phone 02 6247 9200
www.talltreesmotel.com
For those who may be taking a caravan.
Caravan Motor Village
Kunzia Street
O'Connor
Phone 02 6247 5466
Powered Sites between $AUD22.00 - $AUD29.00
www.canberra.com
REGISTRATION - NOW CLOSED
371 attending including guests some of whom
are coming from NZ and USA.
Registration fee is $AUD50.00 per person attending
and is not refundable. Please forward cheques to Simon Hearder, AssistantSecretary/Treasurer
to Reunion 07, AATTV ACT Branch, 7 Salsola Street, RIVETT ACT 2611.
Make cheques payable to AATTV 45th Reunion.
FIRST INSTALMENT OF EVENT COSTS REQUESTED
It is requested that members now
send a first instalment of Events Costs of $100 per person attending.
This money to be sent to Simon Hearder, AssistantSecretary/Treasurer to
Reunion 07, AATTV ACT Branch, 7 Salsola Street, RIVETT ACT 2611.
Individual receipts will be issued by me to State Branch Secretaries for
on forwarding to members so that they are kept in the loop.
RECEIPTS FOR REGISTRATION
I will be issuing receipts for all registrations
that have been received.
ANY OTHER MATTERS
If you have any other matters of concern please let me know and
I will endeavour to let you know as soon as I can.
Persevere
Simon Hearder
Assistant Sec/Treas to Reunion 07
3rd February 2007