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Long Lunch and Old Colleagues Day Weekend
Long Lunch is closing in fast Friday 26th May
12.00pm Dockside, Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Harbour
Book a seat now, (click on the link below) be a part of a fantastic
afternoon and support the greatest rugby club in the world!
Wake Up, WHAT, Next Day is Old Colleagues Day
Does it get any better !
Saturday 27th Games against old enemy Hunters Hill
Very important game, watch the Blue Giants again repel
last seasons Grand Finalists.
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Boothie
February 2023 Old Colleagues News
Vale Gary Connery
A note for Old Colleagues sadly letting you know of the passing of Gary Connelly. Gary passed away peacefully at home on Friday 1st Feb after a prolonged stint of I’ll health.
Gary a vibrant personality played for the club for three years 1969,1970 and 1971. Gary was an outstanding player at hooker for the club representing for Subbies, winning two Kentwell Premierships and two Best and Fairest awards.
Described in the 1970 Annual Report as by far the best hooker in the competition, hard working both in the tight and the open.
Gary attended many of the early long lunches and it easy to witness how much he enjoyed being a Colleague.
On behalf of all Colleagues i wish to extend my deepest sympathy to your family and friends at this time.
Family and friends are invited to attend Garry’s funeral at St Francis Xavier Church, MacKenzie St, Lavender Bay on Tuesday 7th February at 1.30 pm.
Please RSVP:
gmconnery2023@gmail.com
For further funeral details:
gregoryandcarr.com.au
Gregory and Carr
Traditional Funeral Directors
9888 2203
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Boothie
OLD COLLEAGUES NEWS JUNE 2022
Vale Julian Buttrose
Sad news, the passing last week of another Old Colleague Julian Buttrose. Julian played with the Colleagues from 1961 to 1964. Julian played on the wing and according to annual reports of that period he was a good finisher scoring many tries and always known to be energetic and involved around the field.
Julian played in the Kentwell, Burke and Whiddon Cups, winning several premierships. Julian was a great bloke, gregarious by nature always inquiring about the workings of the current day Colleagues when attending a long lunch or old Colleague days.
Julian suffered at the hands of that insidious disease motor neurone. I’m told he fought bravely to the end in true Colleague fashion
Sending thoughts and sympathies from the Colleagues family to the Buttrose family and friends.
A private cremation will take place with a memorial to be held at a later date.
Post script: I’m sure that Julian would not mind me mentioning that in the seasons that he played his glamorous sister “Ita” was often on the sidelines and that not unlike ladies day’s of the present the 1960’s Colleagues sideline was the place to be seen!
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Boothie
VALE BRUCE DALTON
Sadly, I am delivering the news of the death of Old Colleague Bruce Dalton. Bruce passed away on Saturday 21st May after a period of illness. He would have turned 83 on Monday
A product of Christian Brothers Rose Bay, Bruce joined the Colleagues in 1958. He played open side breakaway in the Kentwell Cup for four years (three premierships) also a Subbies rep in 1959 and 1960. He is regarded among the best back rowers that have played for the club. A quiet achiever
whose deeds on the field did all his talking for him. Bruce confirmed his form at Colleagues by journeying across the creek playing with high distinction with the Easts Beasts and later three caps for N.S.W.
Bruce was a rugby man through and through. From Colleagues to Easts then Dundas Rugby then Hornsby. At each stage playing at the highest level then being involved in long coaching stints.
Bruce exemplifies what many of us know, that the game Rugby is special and no surprise that it can become a big part your life.
He was also an exemplar in how he was prepared to give back to the game.
Sending thoughts and sympathies from the Colleagues family to the Dalton family and friends.
Service Details as follows
11.00am Friday 3rd June
Chapel Garden at Castlebrook Memorial Park
712-746 Windsor Rd Rouse Hill
Followed by a graveside service at 12.00
Then Pennant Hills Bowling Club at 2.00pm
RSVP please to Fred Murdoch
sylviarm@optusnet.com.au
0437 845793
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Boothie
Long time Collleague and club stalwart Jon Ryan sadly passed away last Wednesday after prolonged illness.
Jon first joined Colleagues in the 1980s, where he quickly became a much-loved member of the club, and he remained a significant contributor right up until COVID-19 halted our season in June this year.
Always happy to lend a hand, whether it be as an extra prop, running the touch, collecting subs or helping out behind the bar – Jon will be dearly missed at Blue Giant Stadium.
A funeral service will be held for Jon on Monday 29 November from 1:15pm – 2:45pm at Macquarie Park Cemetery & Crematorium, Magnolia Chapel, with a viewing from 1pm – 1:15pm.
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It is with great sadness and frustration that we can confirm what we have all been expecting, our 2021 season has been abandoned. Equally frustrating is that the NSW Suburban Board have advised that for the first time since 1945, no premierships, Club Championships or individual awards will be awarded. As a Club, we will work to get everyone together as soon as feasibly possible once lockdown restrictions are lifted. I can’t thank everyone enough for their tireless efforts and hard work in getting our Club into the commanding position we were in after 8 rounds of rugby. I also can’t begin to express my disappointment for everyone involved. 2021 was certainly proving to be a very successful one for the Club and we will be sure to celebrate this appropriately when the opportunity presents. To our sponsors for 2021, we are extremely grateful for your ongoing support. If the Club can be of any assistance to our players, supporters or sponsors in anyway, please reach out to me directly. Until we can catch up, please stay safe, stay at home and look out for each other by phone, text or a fitness session if possible. Regards, Cam |
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Late/ Early Notice
Old Colleagues Sandy Ross, Chris White and John Noice would like to give notice of a reunion lunch being planned for the 1970 Colleagues Kentwell cup team.
This reunion is being planned in 2021 to celebrate 50 years since their Grand Final victory 22-6 against Newington Old Boys
Lunch details (probable venue Colleagues Club House) to be advised as soon as possible next year.
Contact
Sandy Ross
0418 205 527
SRoss@jmdross.com.au
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Latest Results The Blue Giants came away from Waverley Oval with 5 victories from 7 grades in what was another successful day for the Blue Giants. Halligan continued their unbeaten streak and they head into their final round robin match this weekend looking to lock up the minor premiership. The lads are looking strong in their quest for a four-peat. Sutherland, Whiddon and Burke all claimed hard-fought victories to consolidate their spots in the top 4, with Whiddon edging 5 points clear at the top of the table. The coaches would have been pleased to see these sides grind out the win in low-scoring matches, after becoming accustomed to some runaway scorelines at times this year. Judd and Kentwell both went down but the final scores weren’t fully reflective of the effort and endeavour shown. |
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Round 6 preview v Blue Mountains The boys have returned to training with a spring in their step this week (excuse the pun) after enjoying a well-deserved bye weekend last week. We’re back at Blue Giant Stadium for our second and final home game of the year, with Blue Mountains making their way across town for what is sure to be a physical day out. It’s 6 v 7 in Kentwell, with the Blue Giants needing a victory to keep our finals hopes alive. All other grades will be looking to further cement their spots in the top 4 with just two regular season games remaining before finals. Game times and the Kentwell starting side are below. Head to our Instagram or Facebook for the full team lists. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, unfortunately we have to ask that supporters avoid attending games wherever possible. We will have a photographer at the ground to catch all the action this week so keep an eye on our socials next week. Up the Giants! |
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It’s been couple of ordinary months for the Old Colleagues (apart from the obvious). In mid June we lost Ross Adair and just this week Mark Bowker passed away suddenly. Both great Old Colleagues each in their own way. Ross Adair (Pilt) played in the front row during the 1960’s mostly in the Whiddon and Burke Cups. One of those invaluable clubmen who was happy playing where ever selected.Later in life he was an enthusiastic supporter on the sidelines watching son Adam go round in the Kentwell Cup.Ross was a real gentleman with a welcoming and inquiring smile as one of his best known traits. Ross was also known as a long serving captain of the Colleagues Golf Club (A.K.A. Royal Sydney). Our thoughts go out to his family at this time. Mark Bowker (Bowks) joined Colleagues after a season or two over the creek playing Beast’s Rugby being part of their 1971 Colts premiership team. Bowks made an immediate impression at the club with his unique sense of humour combined with the occasional short fuse. It was never a dull moment on the field, but at the end of the day players of the 70’s and 80’s were always proud to run on the field with him. And certainly you would rather play with him than against. So many stories and fond memories make him a man that will never be forgotten by those who knew him. (Club records show Bowks played 100 Club games and won several Burke Cup premierships. We send our best to his family with thoughts of a big man R.I.P. in rugby heaven. Colleagues Kentwell Cup side will wear black armbands for the match this weekend. Old Colleagues may wish to send a condolence email to Mark’s brother. Email: paul@oxleymews.com.au Mark Bowker’s funeral will be held at Tony Holland Funerals, 11:30am, Tuesday 11th August. 969 Fairfield Rd, Yeerongpilly, 4105. |
