annual report 2011 - Blacktown RSL

2011 

ANNUAL REPORT

City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited 

ABN 46 000 883 223 

Second Avenue / P.O. Box 6189 Blacktown NSW 2148 

Telephone: (02) 9622 5222 Fax: (02) 9671 6207 

Email: blacktownrsl@blacktownrsl.com.au 

Web Site: www.blacktownrsl.com.au 

DIRECTORS: 

G. Ohlson Chairman 

C. Perrin Deputy Chairman 

R. Holder Director 

K. Johnston Director 

P. Long Director 

P. Thompson Director 

Y. Timperley Director 

MANAGEMENT: 

A. Middleton General Manager 

B. Allen Assistant General Manager 

R. Dyer Human Resources Manager 

J. Grantham Marketing / Entertainment Manager 

J. Simpson Gaming Manager 

M. Curac Duty Manager 

A. Lawrence Duty Manager 

G. Marshall Duty Manager 

RELIEF MANAGERS: SUPERVISORS: RELIEF SUPERVISORS: 

K. Spiteri K. Spiteri P. Alexander 

P. Alexander W. Crossley 

J. Kosorukow 

C. Palmer 

J. Polar 

LIFE MEMBERS: 

* W. V. Boys 

* A. W. Humphries 

* F. T. Murphy 

* W. Pope 

* C. S. Goodman 

* L. Irwin 

* L. Bray 

* A. E. Ross 

* L. J. Humphries 

* W. A. Peachey 

* R. J. Arundell 

T. P. Jones 

W. Norris OAM 

* E. F. Ashpole 

* J. P. Holder 

* R. Good 

* G. E. Smith 

* G. Smith OAM 

R. Hamilton 

P. Long 

R. Holder 

G. Ohlson 

(* Denotes Deceased) 

BANKERS: 

National Australia Bank 

Norwest Business Park 

Level 5, 10 Century Place 

Baulkham Hills NSW 2153 

SOLICITORS: 

Thomsons Lawyers 

Level 25 Australia Square Tower 

264 George Street 

Sydney NSW 2000 

AUDITORS: 

PKF 

Level 10, 1 Margaret Street 

Sydney NSW 2000 

Board of Directors 2010 

Gary Ohlson 

Chairman 

Chris Perrin 

Deputy Chairman 

Rick Holder 

Director 

Kevin Johnston 

Director 

Peter Long 

Director 

Peter Thompson 

Director 

Yvonne Timperley 

Director 

Alan Middleton 

General Manager 

BLACKTOWN RSL CLUB LIMITED - where friends love to meet

ANNUAL REPORT 2011 

Chairman’s Report 2011 

On behalf of your Board of Directors I wish to present this year’s Annual 

Report. Against the constant challenges being posed by changes to the 

political forum, tightening economic conditions and the increasing variety in 

ways to spend ones leisure time we have endeavoured to deliver quality 

facilities and services with friendly service. This we are determined to 

continue to do. 

Despite both major parties giving assurances to the industry that clubs would 

not be adversely affected by any policy changes, since the outcome of the 

Federal Election the Club Industry has become a major focus. The proposal of 

Mandatory Pre-Commitment for all gaming machines will have a significant 

impact on the viability of all clubs and we will be no exception. The sheer cost 

of installing such a system runs into millions of dollars, and that is before the 

predicted, up to 40% as stated by the schemes proposers, reduction of revenue. The most 

concerning aspect is that this is not a proven method of addressing the target issue of problem 

gamblers and is seen by many experts in the field as having no benefit. Addiction is a terrible thing 

and clubs have introduced a number of very effective measures to assist these people over recent 

years such as voluntary exclusion and counselling services. With the introduction of this intrusive, 

unproven scheme many jobs, both in clubs and suppliers, facilities and services to members and 

the community and support to local sports, schools and charitable groups will be lost. 

Your support and patronage has allowed the club to overcome the negativity seen daily in the 

media to again post a profit from trading operations throughout the past year. The net profit for 

continuing operations before tax for the year amounted to $557,598 compared with a profit of 

$1,078,874 for the prior year. This resulted after charging $1,094,758 (2010: $1,050,506) for 

depreciation and before charging $41,937 (2010: $73,718) for income tax. The decreased profit 

before tax of $489,495 is mainly due to a decrease in gaming clearances of $852,062 offset by 

reductions in gaming duties and other operational expenses. 

During the year your Club undertook a complete renovation of its catering facilities. From this we 

now have the wonderful new EAT restaurant offering a selection of Steaks, Ribs and Seafood. I 

would encourage all members to come and try this new dining experience, one we believe will 

become the best in Blacktown. 

Your Club is also introducing strategies and technologies which help reduce our energy and 

resources usage and our impact on the environment. As this report goes to print we are installing a 

100kw solar energy system. Along with the environmental benefits it will help control the increasing 

power costs into the future. 

I would like to thank my fellow Board members for their commitment to the role and responsibility 

over the past year. Your Club would not operate in the manner that it does without their dedication 

and commitment. I would especially like to thank Bob Durbin, who started the year as your 

Chairman, but due to his profession had to resign his role during the year. Bob’s presence in the 

Boardroom will be sorely missed. 

Heartfelt appreciation must go to all our wonderful Staff, led by our General Manager Alan 

Middleton, Your friendliness and welcoming manner make it a pleasure to come to the Club. You 

continue to provide great service to our members and their guests. You are an integral part in the 

ongoing success of the Club. I believe you are amongst the best in the industry. 

Many thanks should be given to David Brand and his team at Thompson Lawyers, and our auditors 

and accounting team from PKF lead by Paul Cheeseman. Their counsel and services throughout 

the year plus guidance and assistance has been greatly appreciated. 

To the sub-Branch members and committee, the Women’s Auxiliary and the Bungarribee Day 

Care, a special thank you. The support and service you provide to our veterans and general 

community is tremendous and embodies the spirit of mateship and our ANZAC traditions. 

And to you the members, we thank you for your involvement and patronage over the year and hope 

to see you enjoying yourself more often at the Club in the future. The future is likely to bring many 

changes. Whilst these will be challenging, they should also be exciting as we continue to seek 

improvement in all aspects. Together we can continue the great work of this club. 

Lest We Forget 

Gary Ohlson 

Chairman 

BLACKTOWN RSL CLUB LIMITED - where friends love to meet 

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Blacktown RSL Club & The Community 

Blacktown RSL Club continues to reinforce its commitment to the Community by supporting various 

organisations and activities. 

Blacktown RSL Club is proud to have supported the following groups during the past financial year: 

Bert Oldfield Public School 

Blacktown Learning Community School 

Bonnyrigg High School 

Crawford Public School 

Doonside Kindergarten 

Doonside Technology High School 

Friends of the Blind School 

Kings Langley Public School 

Lalor Park Pre-School 

Marayong Pre-School Kindergarten 

Bass Hill RSL sub-Branch Youth Club Ballroom 

Dancing Group 

Blacktown City & District Cricket Association 

Blacktown City Netball Association Inc. 

& Affiliate Clubs 

Blacktown Premier Spurs Soccer Club Inc. 

Blacktown RSL Dart Club 

Blacktown RSL Youth Swimming Club 

Blacktown Touch Association 

City of Blacktown RSL Ballroom Youth Dancing 

Combined NSW RSL Youth Club Ballroom Dancing 

Doonside Junior Rugby League Club 

Edith Parsons Physical Culture 

Hills Lions Junior AFL Club 

Kings Langley Cricket Club 

Kings Langley Junior Cricket Club 

Nu Look Dance 

Australian Arachnoiditis Association 

Blacktown & District TPI Social & Welfare Club 

Blacktown City Council 

Blacktown Community Aid & Information Centre 

Blacktown Mt Druitt Health 

Blacktown Partners of Veterans Association 

Blacktown RSL sub-Branch Women’s Auxiliary 

Bungarribee Day Care 

Cancer Council NSW 

City of Blacktown RSL sub-Branch 

Connections Community Development 

ECTRAC 

Full Gospel Business Fellowship International 

Gallipoli Scholarship Fund 

Inala 

Interaction Disability Services Ltd 

Kids West 

Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge 2011 

Lifestart Cooperative Ltd 

Lions Club of Kings Langley Inc. 

Macular Degeneration Foundation 

Marayong South Public School 

Mitchell High School 

Quakers Hill East Public School 

Quakers Hill High School 

Seven Hills High School 

Seven Hills North Public School 

Seven Hills Public School 

South Marayong Out of School Hours 

St Michael’s Primary School 

The Hills School 

Prospect Little Athletics Centre 

Prospect United Soccer Club 

Quakers Hill Bombers Junior AFL Club 

Quakers Hill Cricket Club Inc. 

Quakers Hill Junior Rugby League Football Club 

Quakers Hill Junior Soccer Club 

Quakers Hill Little Athletics Club 

Quakers Hill Pirates Baseball & Softball Club 

Seven Hills Junior Rugby League Club 

Seven Hills Toongabbie RSL Youth Ballroom Dancing 

Special Olympics Australia 

Special Olympics Sydney West Region 

St Marys RSL Youth Club Ballroom Dancing 

St Patrick's Junior Rugby League Club 

The Ever Young Golden Girls 

Western District Inter-Club Ladies Darts 

Mental Health Association NSW Inc. 

Merry Makers Australia 

National Senior’s Association 

National Servicemen’s Association 

Naval Association of Australia/Nirimba sub-Section 

Pam’s Place 

Parramatta Division of Sydney Legacy 

Premiers Disaster Relief 

Red Cross 

Rosie’s Place 

Rotary Club of Blacktown City Inc. 

Sids & Kids NSW 

SP Statewide Promotions (Blacktown Show) 

St Michael’s Catholic Parish 

SydWest Multicultural Services Inc. 

The Western Suburbs Haven Inc. 

Traffic Offenders Program (TOP) Inc. 

Trauma Service Westmead Hospital 

Tuesday Night Club Inc. 

War Widows Guild of Australia 

WentWest Ltd 

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Vale 

The Board of Directors, Management and Staff extend their sincere condolences to the families and 

friends of Members who passed away during the year. 

Anderson R. 

Boidin A. 

Bagnara J. 

Carpenter J. 

Channon S. 

Chapman A. 

Chappell C. 

Charlton N. 

Coleman J. 

Corbett A. 

Cornock H. 

Cummings J. 

Cusack A. 

Davis D. 

Davis N. 

Dawson J. 

Dickinson R. 

Dixon C. 

Falk A. 

Flynn H. 

Frame W. 

Freeman G. 

Garnham J. 

Gibson P. 

Grice S. 

Henry S. 

Hudson R. 

Jakins J. 

Kiddle G. 

Lean F. 

Lidster E. 

Love B. 

Lucas B. 

Magson R. 

McFadyen R. 

McKnight J. 

Mills L. 

Murray N. 

Naidoo K. 

Nelson G. 

Nolan, H 

O’Connor M. 

O’Meara R. 

Ovington C. 

Perret K. 

Peters G. 

Pincham E. 

Ratcliffe L. 

Rea B. 

Rogerson D. 

Rogulski J. 

Ryan P. 

Sheather V. 

Simpson K. 

Stanton W. 

Starkey D. 

Thomas J. 

Thomas W. 

Thompson A. 

Thorp F. 

Tibby K. 

Turton J. 

Warbrooke J. 

Weekes G. 

Whitehead C. 

Williams A. 

Wronski J. 

All Members Please Note 

The City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited 

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 

Will Be Held Sunday, 16th October 2011 at 10.00am In The Club’s Celebrity Room 

All Members Are Welcome 

The Meeting Will Be Followed By Light Refreshments 

All Members Please Note 

It would be appreciated if Members who wish to raise any queries or seek information at the Annual 

General Meeting about any matters appearing in the Annual Report, would give the General 

Manager notice in writing of their queries or requests a minimum of 7 days prior to the meeting. 

This will enable properly researched replies to be prepared for the benefit of all Members. 


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NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS 

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited 

will be held in the Club's Celebrity Room on Sunday, 16th October 2011 at 10.00am. 

BUSINESS 

1. Confirm the Minutes of the Thirty Eighth (38th) Annual General Meeting. 

2. Receive reports from the Board of Directors. 

3. Receive and consider the Income Statement, Balance Sheet and the Report from the 

Auditor. 

4. Notice of Ordinary Resolutions. 

Notice is hereby given that at the Annual General Meeting of the City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited, to 

be held on Sunday, 16th October 2011 at 10.00am in the Club’s Celebrity Room, those Members 

present will be asked to consider and if thought fit, pass the following Ordinary Resolutions. 

FIRST ORDINARY RESOLUTION. 

That pursuant to Section 10 (1) (i) of the Registered Clubs' Act, the Members hereby approve and agree 

to those Members elected to the Board of Directors, that for the period preceding the 2012 Annual 

General Meeting receive the following benefits as outlined (A 1-3) and (B 1-4), the Members 

acknowledge the benefits are not available to Members in general but only those Members elected to 

the Board of Directors. 

PART A To approve the sum of not exceeding $25,000 for: 

1) A reasonable meal and refreshments associated with each Board Meeting. 

2) The provision of blazers and associated apparel for the use of Club Directors when representing the 

Club. 

3) The right for Directors to incur reasonable expenses in travelling to and from Directors' Meetings or to 

other constituted Committee Meetings as approved by the Board from time to time or on the 

production of invoices, receipts or other documentary evidence of any such expenditure. 

PART B The approval of a sum not exceeding $50,000 for: 

1) The reasonable costs involved in Directors attending the ClubsNSW Annual General Meeting and 

Conference and other relevant Industry Conferences. 

2) The right of Directors spouses/partners (who are also Members) to incur reasonable expenses to 

attend mixed functions, when required, on behalf of the Club. 

3) The reasonable costs involved in Directors attending seminars, lectures and trade displays and any 

similar event as may be determined by the Board to be in the best interests of the Club. 

4) The reasonable costs involved in Directors attending other Registered Clubs for the purpose of 

viewing and assessing their facilities and methods of operating provided such attendances are 

approved by the Board as being necessary in the best interests and the future betterment of the Club. 

SECOND ORDINARY RESOLUTION. 

That pursuant to Section 10 (6) (b) of the Registered Clubs' Act, the Members hereby approve payment of 

Honoraria to each Director in respect of their service as Members of the Club’s Board to the sum of 

$200.00 per month to the Chairman and $150.00 per month for each other Director. 

5 Notice of Motion By Mr R. Holder. 

I Mr R. Holder (Life Member) move that Mr K. Johnston (5241) be awarded Life Membership, a 

recommendation seconded by Mrs Y. Timperley (4506). This recommendation was presented to the 

Board of Directors at a meeting held on Wednesday 20 July 2011 who unanimously supported it to be 

presented to the Members at the Annual General Meeting. 

6 Deal with any other business that the meeting may approve. 

7. Declare the ballot of the Board of Directors for the ensuing term. 

By direction of the Board of Directors 

Alan Middleton 

General Manager 



MINUTES OF THE 2010 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 

OF CITY OF BLACKTOWN RSL CLUB LIMITED 

Held in the Celebrity Room of the Club on Sunday 17 October 2010 

MEETING OPENED: 10.06am 

The Chairman Mr Bob Durbin declared the meeting opened at 10.00am and welcomed all present. The 

Chairman then proceeded to introduce the Members of the Board of Directors and guests in attendance; 

Gary Ohlson (Deputy Chairman), Rick Holder, Kevin Johnston, Peter Long, Chris Perrin, Yvonne Timperley 

(Directors), Alan Middleton (General Manager), Paul Cheeseman (Auditor – PKF), David Brand (Solicitor – 

Thomsons Lawyers), and himself Bob Durbin (Chairman). 

ATTENDANCE: As per lists RSL Members 18 

Associate Members 24 

Total 42 

APOLOGIES: 

Sam Grice (8656), John Kennedy (99), Betty Long (4723), Jack Turner (7080) and John McCann (9083). 

A motion was Moved T. Hartley (3569) seconded G. Hand (710) that the Apologies as listed be accepted 

Motion Carried 

MINUTES: 

A motion was Moved W. Norris (8) seconded T. Hartley (3569) that the Minutes of the previous 

Annual General Meeting held Sunday 18 October 2009 be received and dealt with. 


As there was no business arising from the Minutes, a motion was Moved G. Lee (8177) 

seconded J. Browne (13071) that the Minutes of the 37th Annual General Meeting be adopted. 


BOARD OF DIRECTORS REPORT: 

A motion was Moved W. Norris (8) seconded J. Browne (13071) that the reports from the Board of 

Directors be received and dealt with. 


The Chairman referred to the report as printed and opened discussion. 

The Chairman spoke regarding the ClubsNSW information on ATM restrictions with the Wilkie plan for 

mandatory fingerprint scan which the Federal opposition disagree. 

The documentation can be found on the ClubsNSW website for all to peruse. 

It was Moved W. Norris (8) seconded J. Browne (13071) that the Board of Directors Report be adopted. 


TO RECEIVE AND CONSIDER THE INCOME STATEMENT, BALANCE SHEET 

AND THE REPORT FROM THE AUDITOR: 

A motion was Moved W. Norris (8) seconded B. Marshall (12636) that the Income Statement, 

Balance Sheet and the Report from the Auditor be received. 


As there were no questions registered prior to the meeting, the Chairman gave further opportunity for any 

questions / further discussion raised from the Members assembled. 

No other questions or further discussion relating to the financial matters were raised from the 

Members assembled. 

A motion was Moved J. Browne (13071) seconded G. Hand (710) that the Income Statement, 

Balance Sheet and the Report from the Auditor be adopted. 


NOTICE OF SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS 

NOTES TO MEMBERS REGARDING THE SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS: 

1. Each special resolution must be considered separately and as a whole, and will not be amended by 

motions from the floor of the meeting. 

2. Financial RSL Members, financial Associate Members and Life Members are entitled to vote on each 

special resolution. 

3. Employees are prohibited from voting and proxy voting is prohibited under the Registered Clubs Act. 

4. A special resolution will only be passed if at least a 75% majority of the Members present at the 

meeting who are entitled to vote and cast their vote on that special resolution, vote in favour of the 

special resolution. 


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5. Members are requested to submit any questions about the special resolutions to the General 

Manager in writing at least 7 days before the Annual General Meeting, so that the questions may be 

properly researched and drawn to the attention of the meeting where required. 

6. A copy of the Club’s current Constitution is available to Members from the Club office on request. 

7. The Board recommends that Members vote in favour of the Special Resolutions. 

FIRST SPECIAL RESOLUTION: 

That the Constitution of the City of Blacktown RSL Club Ltd be amended by: 

1. Replacing the word ‘member’ with the word ‘Member’ and the word ‘members’ with the word 

‘Members’ wherever they appear in the Constitution in relation to a Member or Members of the Club, 

but not where they are used in relation to a member or members of the Board. 

2. Deleting the words ‘When any provision of the Act is referred to the reference is to that provision as 

modified by any law for the time being in force. Unless the contrary intention appears expressions 

defined in the Act or any modifications thereof made by any law in force at the date at which these 

regulations become binding on the Club shall have the meaning so defined.’ from the definition of 

‘The Act’ in Rule 1. 

3. Deleting the definition of ‘R.S.L.’ from Rule 1. 

4. Adding the following definitions to Rule 1: 

‘Authorised Person, for the purposes of Rule 38(c), means the Secretary, the senior employee on 

duty in the absence of the Secretary, or an employee or agent of the Club authorised by the 

Secretary.’ 

‘Business Day means any day except Saturday, Sunday, a bank holiday or public holiday in New 

South Wales.’ 

‘Club Licence means a licence held by the Club under the Liquor Act.’ 

‘Liquor Act means the Liquor Act 2007.’ 

‘Registered Clubs Act means the Registered Clubs Act 1976.’ 

5. Deleting the definitions of ‘In writing and written’ and ‘month’ from Rule 1. 

6. Deleting Rule 3 in its entirety and replacing it with the following new Rule 3: 

‘3 (a) A decision of the Board on the construction or interpretation of this Constitution, or on any By- 

Laws or regulations of the Club made pursuant to this Constitution or on any matter arising out 

of them, shall be conclusive and binding on all Members of the Club. 

(b) In this Constitution, the following rules of interpretation apply unless the context requires 

otherwise: 

(i) headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation; 

(ii) the singular includes the plural and conversely; 

(iii) a gender includes any gender; 

(iv) if a word or phrase is defined, then its other grammatical forms have a corresponding 

meaning; 

(v) a reference to legislation includes but is not limited to a modification or re-enactment of it, 

a legislative provision substituted for it and a regulation or statutory instrument under it; 

(vi) a reference to writing includes any mode of representing and reproducing words, figures, 

drawings or symbols in a visible form; and 

(vii) a reference to a ‘month’ means a calendar month.’ 

7. Deleting the words ‘a certificate of registration under Part 2 of the Registered Clubs Act’ from Rule 

6(c) and replacing them with the words ‘Club Licence’, and, deleting the final word of Rule 6(c) being 

‘certificate’ and replacing it with the words ‘Club Licence’. 

8. Deleting Rule 7(b) in its entirety. 

9. Deleting the words ‘including residential and other accommodation liquid and other refreshment and 

provision for sporting and educational activities and other social amenities’ from Rule 9(a). 

10. Deleting the word ‘an’ from the first line of Rule 9(h) and replacing it with the word ‘and’. 

11. Deleting Rule 9(t) in its entirety and replacing it with the following new Rule 9(t): 

‘(t) To take such steps to make known the objects, aims and activities of the Club and to promote the 

objects of the Club by any means the Club considers fit from time to time.’ 

12. Deleting the words ‘Blacktown sub-Branch of the Returned and Servicemen's League (NSW Branch) 

Inc’ from Rule 13 and replacing them with the words ‘Blacktown sub-Branch of the Returned and 

Services League of Australia (New South Wales Branch)’. 

13. Deleting Rule 17 in its entirety. 

14. Deleting the word ‘Various’ from the heading of Rule 19 and replacing it with the word ‘Ordinary’. 



15. Deleting the words ‘Blacktown sub-Branch of the R.S.L.’ from Rule 19(a) and replacing them with the 

words ‘Blacktown sub-Branch of the Returned and Services League of Australia (New South Wales 

Branch)’. 

16. Adding the word ‘Financial’ to the beginning of Rule 20(a) and before the words ‘Associate members’ 

in the first line of Rule 20(a). 


‘23 (a) Persons may be admitted as Temporary Members of the Club for a period of up to, but not 

exceeding, 7 consecutive days (or for such longer period as the Casino. Liquor & Gaming 

Control Authority may approve in writing) in accordance with the Registered Clubs Act. 

(b) The following persons in accordance with procedures established by the Board may be 

admitted as Temporary Members of the Club: 

(i) any visitor whose permanent place of residence in New South Wales is not less than a 

distance from the Club as may be determined from time to time by the Board by By-law 

pursuant to this Constitution (but being not less than the distance prescribed by the 

Registered Clubs Act); 

(ii) Full Members (as defined in the Registered Clubs Act) of other clubs which are registered 

under the Registered Clubs Act and which have objects similar to those of the Club; 

(iii) a Full Member (as defined in the Registered Clubs Act) of any registered club or any 

interstate club (as defined in the Registered Clubs Act) who, at the invitation of the Board 

or of a Full Member of the Club, attends on any day at the premises of the Club for the 

purpose of participating in an organised sport or competition to be conducted by the Club 

on that day, from the time on that day when the person so attends the premises of the 

Club until the end of that day; and 

(iv) any interstate or overseas visitor.’ 

18. Adding the words ‘(or on the first day of a period of membership which is more than one day in 

accordance with Rule 23)’ after the words ‘on any day’ in the third line of Rule 24(f). 

19. Deleting the words ‘name, address and occupation’ from Rule 30(b) and replacing them with the 

words ‘name and address’. 

20. Deleting Rule 31(a) in its entirety and replacing it with the following new Rule 31(a): 

‘31 (a) If an applicant is not elected to membership under Rule 29, the Secretary will notify the 

applicant in writing and refund any money paid by the applicant with his or her application for 

membership.’ 

21. Adding a new Rule 32(c) as follows: 

‘(c) Membership subscriptions must be paid annually in advance, or if the Board so directs, may be 

paid by monthly, quarterly or half-yearly instalments in advance or for more than 1 year in 

advance. The Board may prescribe the time and manner of payment and all other related 

matters not specifically provided for in this Constitution.’ 

22. Deleting the words ‘Secretary shall give to the member in default 14 days written notice within which 

such entrance fee or subscription must be paid and if the same shall not have been paid within the 

time limited by such notice’ from Rule 34. 

23. Adding the words ‘from among their own number’ to the end of the first and second sentences of 

Rule 42(a). 


25. Deleting Rule 42(c) in its entirety and replacing it with the following new Rule 42(c): 

‘(c) On and from the 2003 election of the Board, the Board shall be elected biennially. The members 

of the Board shall hold office until the conclusion of the second Annual General Meeting after that 

at which they were elected when they shall retire but shall be eligible for re-election, subject to this 

Constitution.’ 

26. Deleting Rule 42(d) in its entirety. 

27. Deleting Rule 42(f) in its entirety. 

28. Adding the words ‘The Club’ before the words ‘Notice Board’ at the end of Rule 43(c). 

29. Adding the words ‘Any Member who acts in contravention of this Rule 44 may be subject to 

disciplinary proceedings under Rule 38.’ to the end of Rule 44. 

30. Deleting the final sentence of Rule 45 and replacing it with the words ‘Any Member who acts in 

contravention of this Rule 45 may be subject to disciplinary proceedings under Rule 38’ and replacing 

the word ‘Article’ with the word ‘Rule’ wherever it appears in Rule 45. 

31. Deleting Rule 47 in its entirety. 

32. Deleting from Rule 49(j) the words ‘the power to lease shall not be exercised with respect to any part 

of the Club’s premises which may be registered under the provisions of the Registered Clubs Act 


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without the consent of the Licensing Court being obtained and provided further that the power to sell 

shall not be exercised in respect of the whole or any part of the Club’s premises which may be 

registered under the provisions of the Registered Clubs Act without the prior approval of the members 

in general meeting’ and replacing them with the words ‘the Board shall not dispose of any core 

property of the Club (as defined by the Registered Clubs Act) except in accordance with the 

Registered Clubs Act and any regulations to it’. 

33. Deleting the words ‘including Mens Bowls and Womens Bowls’ from Rule 49(m)(i). 

34. Deleting the words ‘become affiliated with the bodies controlling the sport of Bowls’ from Rule 

49(m)(ii) and replacing them with the words ‘become affiliated with the bodies controlling the relevant 

sport’. 

35. Deleting the words ‘Section 39’ from Rule 58 and replacing them with the words ‘Section 41C and 

Section 41K’. 

36. Adding the words ‘or any other applicable law’ to the end of Rule 60(g). 

37. Deleting the inverted commas and semicolon from the end of Rule 60(j) and Rule 80(d). 

38. Deleting the words ‘and who shall hold the Certificate of Registration of the Club’ from Rule 79(d). 

39. Deleting the full stop at the end of Rule 81(c) and replacing it with the words ‘; or’ and adding a new 

Rule 81(d) as follows: 

‘(d) by notifying the Member that the notice is available and how it may be accessed (if the Member 

has nominated electronic means by which the Member may be notified that a notice is available 

and an electronic means by which the Member may access the notice).’ 

40. Adding a new Rule 82(c) as follows: 

‘(c) Where the Club gives a notice by electronic means under Rule 81(d) the notice is taken to have 

been given to the Member on the Business Day after the day on which the Member is notified 

that the notice of meeting is available.’ 

41. Adding the word ‘financial’ before the words ‘R.S.L members’ and the words ‘Associate members’ in 

Rule 84. 


’76. The Club must send or make available to each member of the Club a copy of the annual 

financial report, the director’s reports and the auditor’s report, in accordance with the 

requirements of The Act.’ 

EXPLANATORY NOTES – SPECIAL RESOLUTION 1 

1. This special resolution is largely administrative to update the Constitution to reflect current law and 

practice at the Club. 

2. References to ‘Rules’ in these notes are references to Rules in the Club’s Constitution. 

3. Paragraphs 1 – 6 of Special Resolution 1 update interpretation provisions of the Constitution and 

some definitions to reflect current law. The definition of ‘R.S.L’ is deleted as the sub-Branch is now to 

be identified by its full name for the sake of clarity, and paragraphs 12 and 15 of Special Resolution 1 

update the Constitution accordingly. Paragraph 28 of Special Resolution 1 also amends Rule 43(c) to 

reflect the definitions in Rule 1. 

4. After a change to the law, the Club no longer has a ‘Certificate of Registration’ held by the Secretary. 

Instead, the Club now has a ‘Club Licence’ under the Liquor Act. Paragraph 7 and paragraph 38 of 

Special Resolution 1 update the Constitution to reflect this change. 

5. Paragraph 8 of Special Resolution 1 deletes Rule 7(b) of the Constitution as the content of that Rule is 

already covered in Rule 10. 

6. Paragraph 9 of Special Resolution 1 amends Rule 9(a) of the Constitution to simplify the Club’s 

objective to provide all the usual social and other amenities of a registered Club. 

7. Paragraph 10, paragraph 14 and paragraph 37 of Special Resolution 1 update typographical errors 

and update references. They do not make any substantial changes. 

8. Rule 9(t) states that the Club can promote its objects etc by a range of methods, some of which are 

now uncommon in the modern market. Paragraph 11 of Special Resolution 1 updates Rule 9(t) so 

the Club can use any method of promotion it considers appropriate, without needing to update this 

Rule as technology changes. 

9. Paragraph 13 of Special Resolution 1 deletes Rule 17 as it refers to the renaming of the classes of 

membership which took place some time ago and is now complete making this Rule obsolete. 

10. Paragraph 16 and paragraph 41of Special Resolution 1 amend the Constitution to clearly specify that 

only financial Members may exercise their membership rights under Rule 20(a) and Rule 84. This 

does not change existing membership rights, it is only intended to identify this in important Rules (e.g. 

relating to Board eligibility, voting rights, and amendments to the Constitution) for ease of reference. 

11. Under the Registered Clubs Act 1976 (Registered Clubs Act), Temporary Members may be admitted 

for up to 7 days (or a longer period of up to 30 days if approved by the Casino, Liquor & Gaming 

Control Authority). Paragraphs 17 and 18 of Special Resolution 1 amend the Constitution accordingly. 



12. The Registered Clubs Act no longer requires the occupation of an applicant for membership to be 

displayed on the Club’s notice board. Paragraph 19 of Special Resolution 1 amends the Constitution 

to reflect this change to the law. 

13. Paragraph 20 of Special Resolution 1 clarifies the wording of Rule 31(a) but does not change the 

effect of the Rule. 

14. Paragraph 21 of Special Resolution 1 adds an option for the Board to allow Members to pay 

subscriptions by monthly, quarterly or half yearly instalments in advance, or for more than 1 year in 

advance. It also allows the Board to set options for methods of payment. This is intended to assist in 

streamlining membership payments and associated arrangements. 

15. All Members are sent a notice to renew their membership each year (unless they do not need to pay 

a new subscription for that year, e.g. in the case of Life Members). If members do not pay their 

annual subscription within 30 days of the due date then they are ‘unfinancial’. Rule 34 of the 

Constitution currently requires the Club to give an unfinancial member a further notice and a further 

period to pay. This is considered to be a financial and administrative burden on the Club as 

members already receive at least one notice, and some choose not renew membership as they are 

leaving the area or for other reasons. Paragraph 22 of Special Resolution 1 removes the obligation 

for further notice to be given to unfinancial members. If they remain unfinancial then they may be 

removed from membership by a resolution of the Board in accordance with Rule 34. 

16. Paragraph 23 of Special Resolution 1 specifically states the long standing procedure that the 

Chairman and Deputy Chairman must be elected by the Board from among their own number. 

17. Paragraphs 24 and 27 of Special Resolution 1 delete Rules 42(b) and 42(f) as they are already 

covered by Rule 51 and Rule 53. 

18. Paragraphs 25 and 26 of Special Resolution 1 consolidate the requirements for biennial elections and 

remove details which are now obsolete as the system was introduced in 2003. 

19. Paragraphs 29 - 30 of Special Resolution 1 amend Rule 44 and Rule 45 to state that Members 

breaching those Rules may be subject to disciplinary proceedings. 

20. Paragraph 31 of Special Resolution 1 deletes Rule 47 as it is historical and now obsolete. 

21. Paragraph 32 of Special Resolution 1 deletes references to leasing of Club property being approved 

by the Licensing Court, and, the approval of the Members being obtained for the sale of the Club’s 

property. The Licensing Court no longer exists, and the requirements for the disposal (e.g. by 

lease/licence/sale) of the Club’s ‘core property’ (as defined in the Registered Clubs Act) are now set 

out in section 41J of the Registered Clubs Act and clause 19 of the regulations to it. This includes the 

circumstances where Member approval is required. Paragraph 32 updates the Constitution to 

amend the rules relating to such use of Club land as set out in that legislation. Copies of section 41J 

and clause 19 of the regulations are available from the Club office on request. 

22. Paragraphs 33 and 34 amend the Rules relating to ‘sporting sections’ of the Club to clearly state that 

the Club can create sections for any sports and affiliate with any State or Australian body controlling 

those sports. 

23. Paragraph 35 of Special Resolution 1 updates references to the current requirements of the 

Registered Clubs Act, as section 39 of that Act has now been repealed. 

24. Paragraphs 39 - 40 of Special Resolution 1 update the Constitution to reflect the methods by which 

Members may elect to receive notices electronically, in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001. 

Members may still choose to receive notices by post. 

25. The annual reporting requirements for companies limited by guarantee, such as the Club, have been 

changed and paragraph 42 updates Rule 76 of the Constitution accordingly. The Club will still 

prepare a financial report, directors’ reports and an auditor’s report under the Corporations Act 2001. 

Members may obtain a copy of the reports in electronic or hard copy by making a request to the 

Club in writing. The Club also makes the reports available on its website at 

www.blacktownrsl.com.au 

With no further matters raised by Members the Chairman then put the Motion to adopt the First Special 

Resolution to the Members. 


SECOND SPECIAL RESOLUTION: 

That the Constitution of the City of Blacktown RSL Club Ltd be amended by: 


2. Deleting Rule 38(c) in its entirety and replacing it with the following new Rule 38(c): 

‘(c) An Authorised Person may refuse to admit to, or may turn out of, the Club’s premises any person: 

(i) who is at the time intoxicated, indecent, violent, quarrelsome or disorderly; 

(ii) whose presence on the Club’s premises renders the Club or the Secretary liable to a penalty 

under any law; 


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(iii) who smokes, within the meaning of the Smoke-Free Environment Act 2000 (NSW), while on 

any part of the Club’s premises that is a smoke-free area within the meaning of that Act; 

(iv) who uses, or has in his or her possession, while on the Club’s premises any substance that 

the Authorised Person suspects of being a prohibited plant or a prohibited drug; or 

(v) whom the Authorised Person, under the conditions of the Club Licence or according to a term 

(of the kind referred to in section 134 of the Liquor Act) of a local liquor accord, is authorised 

or required to refuse access to the Club’s premises.’ 

EXPLANATORY NOTES – SPECIAL RESOLUTION 2 

1. Rule 38(b) sets certain penalties which must be applied for breaches of the Constitution and other 

inappropriate conduct (such as supplying liquor to a minor). The Board considers that it is more 

appropriate to deal with breaches of the Constitution and such conduct in accordance with Rule 

38(a). Rule 38(a) sets out a comprehensive disciplinary procedure which allows the Board to apply 

the principles of natural justice and procedural fairness which are upheld by the courts with respect to 

disciplinary proceedings. Also, Rule 38(b) does not allow the Board to apply the ClubsNSW Best 

Practice Guidelines for the Conduct of Disciplinary Proceedings, which it may otherwise do where 

relevant to the circumstances. Therefore, the Board considers that Rule 38(b) should be deleted as 

set out in paragraph 1 of Special Resolution 2, and such conduct should be dealt with under the 

disciplinary procedures in Rule 38(a). 

2. Paragraph 2 of special resolution 2 replaces the existing Rule 38(c) with a new Rule that reflects the 

current standards for when a person will be refused admittance to, or be removed from, the Club’s 

premises for inappropriate behaviour. This is generally reflective of sections 73 and 77 of the Liquor 

Act 2007. 

With no further matters raised by Members the Chairman then put the Motion to adopt the Second 

Special Resolution to the Members. 


NOTICE OF ORDINARY RESOLUTION: 

Notice is hereby given that at the Annual General Meeting of the City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited, to 

be held on Sunday, 17 October 2010 at 10.00am in the Club’s Celebrity Room, those Members present 

will be asked to consider and if thought fit, pass the following Ordinary Resolutions. 

FIRST ORDINARY RESOLUTION: 

That pursuant to Section 10 (1) (i) of the Registered Clubs' Act 1976, the Members hereby approve and 

agree to those Members elected to the Board of Directors, that for the period preceding the 2010 Annual 

General Meeting receive the following benefits as outlined (A 1-3) and (B 1-4), the Members 

acknowledge the benefits are not available to Members in general but only those Members elected to 

the Board of Directors. 

PART A To approve the sum of not exceeding $25,000 for: 

1) A reasonable meal and refreshments associated with each Board Meeting. 

2) The provision of blazers and associated apparel for the use of Club Directors when 

representing the Club. 

3) The right for Directors to incur reasonable expenses in travelling to and from Directors' 

Meetings or to other constituted Committee Meetings as approved by the Board from time 

to time or on the production of invoices, receipts or other documentary evidence of any 

such expenditure. 

PART B To approve the sum of not exceeding $50,000 for: 

1) The reasonable costs involved in Directors attending the ClubsNSW Annual General 

Meeting and Conference and other relevant Industry Conferences. 

2) The right of Directors spouses/partners (who are also Members) to incur reasonable 

expenses to attend mixed functions, when required, on behalf of the Club. 

3) The reasonable costs involved in Directors attending seminars, lectures and trade displays 

and any similar event as may be determined by the Board to be in the best interests of the 

Club. 

4) The reasonable costs involved in Directors attending other Registered Clubs for the 

purpose of viewing and assessing their facilities and methods of operating providing such 

attendances are approved by the Board as being necessary in the best interests and the 

future betterment of the Club. 

A motion was Moved W. Norris (8) seconded J. Browne (13071) to adopt the First Ordinary Resolution by 

the Members. 




SECOND ORDINARY RESOLUTION: 

That pursuant to Section 10 (6) (b) of the Registered Clubs' Act 1976, the Members hereby approve 

payment of Honoraria to each Director in respect of their service as Members of the Club’s Board to the 

sum of $200.00 per month to the Chairman and $150.00 per month for each other Director. 

A motion was Moved B. Marshall (12636) seconded W. Norris (8) to adopt the Second Ordinary 

Resolution by the Members. 


NOTICE OF MOTION BY MR P. LONG: 

The Chairman requested the Deputy Chairman Mr Gary Ohlson vacate the meeting for the purpose of 

the following discussion. 

The Chairman then advised that a motion had been made to bestow Life Membership on Mr G. Ohlson. 

The Chairman then asked the mover of the motion to say a few words. Mr P. Long spoke detailing 

contributions made to the Club by Mr G. Ohlson. Mr C. Perrin then added in support of the motion. 

The Chairman then invited the members gathered to speak for or against the motion. As there were no 

other speakers the following motion was tabled. 

I Mr P. Long (Life Member) move that Mr G. Ohlson (150) be awarded Life Membership, a 

recommendation seconded by Mr C. Perrin (619). This recommendation was presented to the Board of 

Directors at a meeting held on Wednesday 28 July 2010 who unanimously supported it to be presented 

to the members at the Annual General Meeting. 

The notice of motion by Mr P. Long (Life Member) seconded by Mr C. Perrin (619), was then put to the 

Members by the Chairman. 


The Chairman invited G. Ohlson to return to the Meeting and awarded him with Life Membership. G. 

Ohlson responded by advising all of how proud he is to be associated with this Club, and thanked all 

present for the great honour and privilege that they had bestowed upon him today. 

TO DEAL WITH ANY OTHER BUSINESS THAT THE MEETING MAY APPROVE: 

The Chairman gave opportunity if there were any other matters to be received from the floor. 

As there was no further business the Chairman thanked Paul Cheeseman (PKF) and David Brand 

(Thomsons Lawyers) and those Members for showing interest and participation in today’s meeting. 

The Chairman invited the Members to stay and enjoy some light refreshments that will be served shortly. 

The Chairman then declared the meeting closed. 

MEETING CLOSED: 

10.28am 

B. DURBIN (Chairman) 

A. MIDDLETON (General Manager) 


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ABN 46 000 883 223 

ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT 

30 June 2011 

Directors’ Report 

Your directors present their report together with the financial report of City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited 

(the company) for the year ended 30 June 2011 and the auditor’s report thereon. 

Directors 

The directors of the company in office at any time during or since the end of the financial year are: 

Surname Christian Name Position 

Durbin Bob Chairman (Resigned) 

Ohlson Gary Deputy Chairman / Chairman (Appointed 16 March 2011) 

Holder Rick Director 

Johnston Kevin Director 

Long Peter Director 

Perrin Chris Director / Deputy Chairman (Appointed 16 March 2011) 

Thompson Peter Director (Appointed 23 March 2011) 

Timperley Yvonne Director 

Information on Directors 

DURBIN, Bob 

Secretary – City of Parramatta RSL sub-Branch 

Royal Australian Navy – 21 years 

Royal Australian Navy Reserves – 18 years 

Director – ‘RSL Life Care’ 3 years 

State Councillor RSL Australia NSW Branch – 2000 , 2011 

President – Blacktown RSL sub-Branch 2005 – 2007, 2009 

Secretary – Blacktown RSL sub-Branch 1994 – 1996 

Life Member – Blacktown RSL sub-Branch 

Director – Blacktown RSL Club Limited 1996 – 2002, Deputy Chairman 2002 – 2005, Chairman 2009 – 

2011 

Member – City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited 22 years 

Resigned from the Board 16 March 2011 

OHLSON, Gary 

Retired - Warehouse and Distribution Supervisor 

New Zealand Army Medical Corps – 3 years 

Vice President – Australian 7th Division AIF. 

Vice President – 2nd / 5th Field Regiment 

Committee Member – Blacktown RSL sub-Branch 1993 – 1996 

Pensions Officer – Blacktown RSL sub-Branch 1997 – 2006 

Vice President – Blacktown RSL sub-Branch 2006 – 2011 


Director – City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited 2000 – 2005 

Deputy Chairman 2005 – 2007, 2009 – 2011 

Chairman 2007 – 2009, 2011 

Member – City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited 24 years / Life Member 

HOLDER, Rick 

Finance Manager – Members Equity Bank 

State Councillor North Western Metropolitan Region – 2010 - 2011 

Committee Member – Quakers Hill Neighbourhood Centre 

Committee Member – Quakers Hill Community Centre 

Committee Member – Marayong Community Centre 

Committee Member – Blacktown Show Society 

Director – City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited 1992 – 2011 




JOHNSTON, Kevin 

Merchant Navy – 21 years 

Royal Australian Navy – 6 years 

Member – Blacktown RSL sub-Branch 

Trustee – Blacktown RSL sub-Branch 1997 – 1999 

Assistant Secretary – Blacktown RSL sub-Branch 1997 – 1999 

Secretary – Blacktown RSL sub-Branch 1999 – 2011 


Recruiting/Membership Officer – Blacktown RSL sub-Branch 



LONG, Peter 

Retired - NSW Police Sergeant 

Dual Chairman - Blacktown RSL Sports Council 1990 - 2000 

Director – City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited 1989 - 2011 


PERRIN, Chris 

Chief Executive Officer – RSL NSW 

Director – Hyde Park Inn 

Director – RSL Custodian Pty Ltd 

Director of Appeals – URSF 

Trustee – RSL WBI 

Hon Secretary – ANZAC House Trust 

Custodian of the ANZAC Memorial 

Custodian of the Cenotaph 



Deputy Chairman – 2011 


THOMPSON, Peter 

Retired – Tradesman, Fitter & Machinist 

Member of 5th Field Ambulance Association (Army) 


Director – City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited 2005 – 2009, 2011 

Member – City of Blacktown RSL Club 21 years 

TIMPERLEY, Yvonne 

Retired – State Government Employee 

RAAF – 2 Squadron 6 years 

Member – City of Blacktown Council Access Advisory (Disability) Sub-Committee 

Member – Golden Key International Honour Society 

Blacktown RSL sub-Branch Committee Member 2008 – 2009 



Member – City of Blacktown RSL Club 25 years 

Directors’ Meetings 

The number of directors’ meetings including meetings of committees of directors and number of 

meetings attended by each of the directors of the company during the financial year are: 

Directors Meetings 

Other Meetings 

Number of Number of Number of Number of 

Meetings Meetings Meetings Meetings 

Director Held * Attended * Held * Attended 

B Durbin 8 8 8 7 

G Ohlson 12 12 11 11 

R Holder 12 12 11 10 

K Johnston 12 10 11 9 

P Long 12 11 11 10 

C Perrin 12 12 11 10 

Y Timperley 12 12 11 11 

P Thompson 3 3 2 2 

* Number of meetings held during the time the director held office throughout the term. 


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Membership 

The company is a company limited by guarantee and is without share capital. The number of members 

as at 30 June 2011 and the comparison with last year is as follows: 

2011 2010 

RSL Member 274 293 

Associate Member 15,282 16,756 

Life Member 6 

______________ 

5 

_____________ 

15,562 17,054 

______________ 

_____________ 

Members' limited liability 

In accordance with the Constitution of the company, every member of the company undertakes to 

contribute an amount limited to $3 per member in the event of the winding up of the company during the 

time that he is a member or within one year thereafter. 

Operating result 

The net profit from continuing operations before tax for the year amounted to $557,598 compared with a 

profit of $1,078,874 for the prior year. This resulted after charging $1,094,758 (2010: $1,050,506) for 

depreciation and before charging $41,937 (2010: $73,718) for income tax. 

Objectives 

To provide quality facilities and services of a licensed club for members and their guests in a sustainable 

manner, both now and into the future. To promote the objects of the Returned and Services League of 

Australia and support local community organisations and activities. 

Short term 

Maintain membership and increase club attendances. Improve efficiency and profitability of club 

operations. Ensure premises are well maintained and provide a high level of customer service. 

Long term 

To continue to develop services and facilities that are relevant to the members' expectations and that are 

attractive to new markets. Ensure sustainable practices and policies in terms of energy and resource 

usage. Maintain financial prudence to enhance stability. 

Strategy for achieving the objectives 

The Club undertakes strategic planning reviews, including governance, operational, marketing, 

demographic and community issues in determining both long and short term policy and procedures. 

Principal activities 

The principal activity of the company during the year consisted of the conduct and promotion of a 

licensed social club for members of the company. 

There have been no significant changes in the nature of these activities during the year. 

How these activities assist in achieving the objectives 

Operating the licensed social club to generate the revenue and cash flows to achieve our objectives. 

Performance measurement and key performance indicator 

The club reviews performance against set budgets and benchmarking data utilising ratios such as 

EBITDA, gross profit, wages and cash flow values, as well as visitation, area utilisation and customer 

survey/feedback trends. 

Auditor’s Independence Declaration 

A copy of the auditor’s independence declaration as required under Section 307C of the Corporations 

Act 2001 is set out on page 15. 

Signed in accordance with a resolution of the directors. 

Dated at Blacktown this 12th day of August 2011.. 

G Ohlson 

Chairman 



Auditor’s Independence Declaration 

As lead auditor for the audit of City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited for the year ended 30 June 2011, 

I declare that to the best of my knowledge and belief there have been: 

(a) no contraventions of the auditor independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 in relation 

to the audit; and 

(b) no contraventions of any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit. 

This declaration is in respect to City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited during the year. 

PKF 

Paul Cheeseman 

Partner 

1 Margaret Street 

SYDNEY NSW 2000 

12 August 2011 


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Independent Audit Report 

To the members of City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited 

Report on the Financial Report 

We have audited the accompanying financial report of City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited, which comprises 

the Statement of Financial Position as at 30 June 2011, and the Statement of Comprehensive Income, 

Statement of Changes in Equity and Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended on that date, a summary of 

significant accounting policies, other explanatory notes and the Directors’ Declaration. 

Directors’ Responsibility for the Financial Report 

The directors of the company are responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report in 

accordance with Australian Accounting Standards (including the Australian Accounting Interpretations) and the 

Corporations Act 2001. This responsibility includes establishing and maintaining internal controls relevant to the 

preparation and fair presentation of the financial report that is free from material misstatement, whether due to 

fraud or error; selecting and applying appropriate accounting policies; and making accounting estimates that 

are reasonable in the circumstances. 

Auditor’s Responsibility 

Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial report based on our audit. We conducted our audit 

in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. These Auditing Standards require that we comply with 

relevant ethical requirements relating to audit engagements and plan and perform the audit to obtain 

reasonable assurance whether the financial report is free from material misstatement. 

An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the 

financial report. The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgement, including the assessment of the 

risks of material misstatement of the financial report, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk 

assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity’s preparation and fair presentation of 

the financial report in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for 

the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control. An audit also includes 

evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates 

made by the directors, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial report. 

We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our 

audit opinion. 

Independence 

In conducting our audit, we have complied with the independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001. 

Auditor’s Opinion 

In our opinion the financial report of City of Blacktown RSL Club Limited is in accordance with the Corporations 

Act 2001, including: 

(i) giving a true and fair view of the entity’s financial position as at 30 June 2011 and of its performance for the 

year ended on that date; and 

(ii) complying with Australian Accounting Standards - Reduced Disclosure Requirements and the Corporations 

Regulations 2001; and 

PKF 

Paul Cheeseman 

Partner 

12 August 2011 



Directors’ Declaration 

(a) In the Directors’ opinion the financial statements and notes set out on pages 22 to 32, are in 

accordance with the Corporations Act 2001, including: 

(i) giving a true and fair view of the company’s financial position as at 30 June 2011 and of its 

performance, for the financial year ended on that date; and 

(ii) complying with Australian Accounting Standards - Reduced Disclosure Requirements and 

Corporations Regulations 2001. 

(b) there are reasonable grounds to believe that the company will be able to pay its debts as and when 

they become due and payable. 

Signed in accordance with a resolution of the directors. 

Dated at Blacktown this 12th day of August 2011. 

G Ohlson 

Chairman 


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Statement of Comprehensive Income 

For the Year Ended 30 June 2011 

Note 2011 2010 

$ $ 

Revenue from continuing operations 

Revenue from continuing operations 

Revenue from sale of goods 1,725,100 1,982,020 

Revenue from rendering of services 11,197,662 12,035,728 

Other revenue from ordinary activities 54,237 

__________________ 

131,688 

__________________ 

Total revenue from continuing operations 2 12,976,999 14,149,436 

__________________ __________________ 

Expenses 

Cost of sales (613,781) (718,328) 

Employee benefits expense (3,459,059) (3,609,745) 

Entertainment, marketing and promotional costs (1,600,343) (1,617,780) 

Poker machine licences and taxes (2,845,928) (3,160,229) 

Members amenities (256,362) (256,463) 

Donations (189,061) (221,284) 

Occupancy expenses (1,606,472) (1,618,370) 

Other expenses from ordinary activities (408,649) 

__________________ 

(442,160) 

__________________ 

(10,979,655) (11,644,359) 

__________________ __________________ 

Earnings before depreciation expense 

and finance costs 1,997,344 2,505,077 

Depreciation expenses 3(a) (1,094,758) (1,050,506) 

Finance costs 3(a) (344,988) 

__________________ 

(375,697) 

__________________ 

Profit before income tax expense 557,598 1,078,874 

Income tax expense 4(a) (41,937) 

__________________ 

(73,718) 

__________________ 

Net profit from continuing operations after 

income tax expense attributable to members 15 515,661 1,005,156 

Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax - 

__________________ 

- 

__________________ 

Total comprehensive income for the year 

attributable to members 515,661 __________________ 

1,005,156 

__________________ 

The Statement of Comprehensive Income is to be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements 

set out on pages 22 to 32. 



Statement of Financial Position 

As at 30 June 2011 


$ $ 

ASSETS 

Current Assets 

Cash and cash equivalents 437,662 1,013,416 

Trade and other receivables 6 15,811 20,379 

Inventories 7 61,003 64,364 

Financial assets 8 2,220 2,220 

Current tax assets 4(b) 92,176 - 

Other current assets 9 91,173 

__________________ 

102,385 

__________________ 

Total Current Assets 700,045 1,202,764 

__________________ __________________ 

Non-Current Assets 

Property, plant and equipment 10 20,577,096 20,058,453 

Deferred tax assets 4(c) 56,975 

__________________ 

55,928 

__________________ 

Total Non-Current Assets 20,634,071 20,114,381 

__________________ __________________ 

Total Assets 21,334,116 21,317,145 

__________________ __________________ 

LIABILITIES 

Current Liabilities 

Trade and other payables 11 714,939 721,480 

Finance liabilities 12 1,126,664 1,135,098 

Employee benefits 13 502,322 481,908 

Other current liabilities 14 48,593 46,118 

Current tax liability 4(b) - 

__________________ 

1,964 

__________________ 

Total Current Liabilities 2,392,518 2,386,568 

__________________ __________________ 

Non-Current Liabilities 

Finance liabilities 12 3,374,026 3,901,252 

Employee benefits 13 85,120 79,284 

Other non-current liabilities 14 16,750 

__________________ 

- 

__________________ 

Total Non-Current Liabilities 3,475,896 3,980,536 

__________________ __________________ 

Total Liabilities 5,868,414 6,367,104 

__________________ __________________ 

Net Assets 15,465,702 14,950,041 

__________________ 

__________________ 

Members’ Funds 

Retained profits 15 15,465,702 

__________________ 

14,950,041 

__________________ 

Total Members’ Funds 15,465,702 14,950,041 

__________________ 

__________________ 

The Statement of Financial Position is to be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements set 

out on pages 22 to 32. 


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Statement of Changes in Equity 


Retained 

Total 

Earnings 

Equity 

$ $ 

Balance at 1 July 2009 13,944,885 13,944,885 

Total comprehensive income for the year 1,005,156 

__________________ 

1,005,156 

__________________ 

Balance at 30 June 2010 14,950,041 14,950,041 

__________________ __________________ 

Total comprehensive income for the year 515,661 515,661 

__________________ __________________ 

Balance at 30 June 2011 15,465,702 15,465,702 

__________________ 

__________________ 

The Statement of Changes in Equity is to be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements set 

out on pages 22 to 32. 



Statement of Cash Flows 



$ $ 

Cash Flows From Operating Activities 

Receipts from customers 14,294,182 15,562,281 

Payments to suppliers and employees (12,293,000) (13,392,151) 

Interest received 22,326 30,870 

Finance costs paid (344,988) (375,697) 

Income taxes paid 4(b) (137,124) - 

Income tax refund 4(b) - 

__________________ 

29,567 

__________________ 

Net cash inflow from operating activities 1,541,396 1,854,870 

__________________ __________________ 

Cash Flows From Investing Activities 

Proceeds on disposal of non-current assets 51,448 102,554 

Payment for property, plant and equipment (1,632,938) 

__________________ 

(1,117,308) 

__________________ 

Net cash outflow from investing activities (1,581,490) (1,014,754) 

__________________ __________________ 

Cash Flows From Financing Activities 

Proceeds from borrowings 918,334 - 

Repayment of borrowings (1,244,998) (1,526,664) 

Hire purchase payments (208,996) 

__________________ 

(57,026) 

__________________ 

Net cash outflow from financing activities (535,660) (1,583,690) 

__________________ __________________ 

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents (575,754) (743,574) 

Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning 

of the financial year 1,013,416 

__________________ 

1,756,990 

__________________ 

Cash and cash equivalents at the 

end of the financial year 5 437,662 __________________ 

1,013,416 

__________________ 

The Statement of Cash Flows is to be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements set out on 

pages 22 to 32. 


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Notes to the Financial Statements 


1 Summary of Significant Accounting Policies 

The principal accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the financial statements are set out 

below. These policies have been consistently applied to all the years presented, unless otherwise 

stated. 

Basis of preparation 

These general purpose financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Australian 

Accounting Standards - Reduced Disclosure Requirements and Interpretations issued by the 

Australian Accounting Standards Board ('AASB') and the Corporations Act 2001. These financial 

statements do not comply with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the 

International Accounting Standards Board ('IASB'). 

Historical cost convention 

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. 

Items included in the financial statements are measured using the currency of the primary economic 

environment in which the entity operates (‘the functional currency'). 

The financial statements are presented in Australian dollars, which is the company's functional and 

presentation currency. 

(a) New, revised or amending Accounting Standards and Interpretations adopted 

The company has adopted all of the new, revised or amending Accounting Standards and 

Interpretations issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board ('AASB') that are mandatory for 

the current reporting period. 

The company has early adopted AASB 1053 'Application of Tiers of Australian Accounting Standards' 

and AASB 2010-02 'Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from Reduced 

Disclosure Requirements'. No other new, revised or amending Accounting Standards or 

Interpretations that are not yet mandatory have been early adopted. 

Any significant impact on the accounting policies of the company from the adoption of these 

Accounting Standards and Interpretations are disclosed in the relevant accounting policy. 

The adoption of these Accounting Standards and Interpretations did not have any impact on the 

financial performance or position of the company. The following Accounting Standards and 

Interpretations are most relevant to the company: 

AASB 1053 Application of Tiers of Australian Accounting Standards 

The company has early adopted AASB 1053 from the financial year ended 30 June 2010. This 

standard establishes a differential financial reporting framework consisting of two Tiers of reporting 

requirements for preparing general purpose financial statements, being Tier 1 Australian Accounting 

Standards and Tier 2 Australian Accounting Standards - ·Reduced Disclosure Requirements. The 

company being classed as Tier 2 continues to apply the full recognition and measurements 

requirements of Australian Accounting Standards with substantially reduced disclosure in accordance 

with AASB 2010-2. 

AASB 2010-2 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from Reduced Disclosure 

Requirements 

The company has early adopted AASB 2010-2 from the financial year ended 30 June 2010. These 

amendments make numerous modifications to a range of Australian Accounting Standards and 

Interpretations, to introduce reduced disclosure requirements to the pronouncements for application 

by certain types of entities in preparing general purpose financial statements. The adoption of these 

amendments has significantly reduced the company's disclosure requirements. 

AASB 2009-5 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from the Annual Improvements 

Project 

The company has applied AASB 2009-5 amendments from 1 July 2010. The amendments result in 

some accounting changes for presentation, recognition or measurement purposes, while some 

amendments that relate to terminology and editorial changes had no or minimal effect on accounting. 

The main changes were: 

AASB 101 'Presentation of Financial Statements'·- classification is not affected by the terms of a liability 

that could be settled by the issuance of equity instruments at the option of the counterparty; 

AASB 107 'Statement of Cash Flows' - only expenditure that results in a recognised asset can be 

classified as a cash flow from investing activities; 

AASB 117 'Leases' - removal of specific guidance on classifying land as a lease; 



AASB 118 'Revenue' - provides additional guidance to determine whether an entity is acting as a 

principal or agent; and 

AASB 136 'Impairment of Assets' - clarifies that the largest unit permitted for allocating goodwill, 

acquired in a business combination, is the operating segment as defined in AASB 8 'Operating 

Segments' before aggregation for reporting purposes. 

(b) Revenue Recognition – Note 2 

Revenues are recognised at fair value of the consideration received or receivable net of the amount of 

goods and services tax (GST) payable to the taxation authority. Exchanges of goods or services of the 

same nature and value without any cash consideration are not recognised as revenues. 

Sale of Goods 

Revenue from the sale of goods comprises revenue earned from the provision of food, beverage and 

other goods and is recognised (net of rebates, returns, discounts and other allowances) on the point 

of delivery as this corresponds to the transfer of significant risks and rewards of ownership of the 

goods. 

Rendering of Services 

Revenue from rendering services comprises revenue from gaming facilities together with other 

services to members and other patrons of the club and is recognised when the services are provided. 

Interest Revenue 

Interest revenue is recognised using the effective interest rate method, which, for floating rate financial 

assets is the rate inherent in the instrument. 

Sale of Property, Plant and Equipment 

The gain or loss on disposal is calculated as the difference between the carrying amount of the asset 

at the time of disposal and the net proceeds on disposal (including incidental costs) and is recognised 

as revenue at the date control of the asset passes to the buyer. 

(c) Goods and Services Tax 

Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of goods and services tax (GST), 

except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Taxation Office. In 

these circumstances, the GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of 

an item of the expense. 

Receivables and payables in the Statement of Financial Position are shown inclusive of GST. 

The net amount of GST recoverable from, or payable to, the Australian Taxation Office is included as a 

current asset or liability in the Statement of Financial Position. 

Cash flows are included in the Cash Flow Statement on a gross basis, except for the GST component 

of investing and financing activities, which is disclosed as operating cash flows. 

(d) Finance Costs 

Finance costs include interest, premiums relating to borrowings, amortisation of ancillary costs 

incurred in connection with arrangement of borrowings and lease finance charges. 

Finance costs are expensed as incurred unless they relate to qualifying assets. Qualifying assets are 

assets, which take more than 12 months to get ready for their intended use or sale. In these 

circumstances, finance costs are capitalised to the cost of the assets. Where funds are borrowed 

specifically for the acquisition, construction or production of a qualifying asset, the amount of finance 

costs capitalised is those incurred in relation to that borrowing, net of any interest earned on those 

borrowings. Where funds are borrowed generally, finance costs are capitalised using a weighted 

average capitalisation rate. 

(e) Income Tax - Note 4 

The charge for current income tax expense is based on the profit for the year adjusted for any nonassessable 

or disallowed items. It is calculated using the tax rates that have been enacted or are 

substantially enacted by the Statement of Financial Position date. 

Deferred tax is accounted for using the comprehensive Statement of Financial Position liability method 

whereby: 

• The tax consequences of recovering (settling) all assets (liabilities) are reflected in the financial 

statements; 

• Current and deferred tax is recognised as income or expense except to the extent that the tax 

relates to equity items or to a business combination; 

• A deferred tax asset is recognised to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be 

available to realise the asset; 

• Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply to the 

period when the asset is realised or the liability settled. 


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(f) Impairment of Assets 

Assets that have an indefinite useful life are not subject to amortisation and are tested annually for 

impairment. Assets that are subject to amortisation are reviewed for impairment whenever events or 

changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. An impairment 

loss is recognised for the amount by which the assets’ carrying amount exceeds its recoverable 

amount. The recoverable amount is the higher of an assets’ fair value less costs to sell and value in 

use. For the purposes of assessing impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which 

there are separately identifiable cash flows (cash generating units). 

(g) Cash and Cash Equivalents - Note 5 

Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand and at bank and short term deposits at call, net of 

outstanding bank overdrafts. 

(h) Trade and Other Receivables – Note 6 

Trade debtors and other receivables represent the principal amounts due at balance date plus 

accrued interest and less, where applicable, any unearned income and provisions for doubtful 

accounts. 

(i) Inventories – Note 7 

Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Costs have been assigned to 

inventory quantities on hand at balance date using the weighted average basis. 

(j) Leased Assets 

Leases under which the company assumes substantially all the risks and benefits of ownership are 

classified as finance leases. Other leases are classified as operating leases. 

Finance Leases 

A lease asset and a lease liability equal to the present value of the minimum lease payments are 

recorded at the inception of the lease. 

Lease liabilities are reduced by repayments of principal. The interest components of the lease 

payments are expensed. Contingent rentals are expensed as incurred 

Operating Leases 

Payments made under operating leases are expensed on a straight-line basis over the term of the 

lease, except where an alternative basis is more representative of the pattern of benefits to be derived 

from the leased property. 

(k) Property, Plant and Equipment – Note 10 

All property, plant and equipment is stated at historical cost less depreciation and accumulated 

impairment losses. Historical cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of 

the items. 

Subsequent costs are included in the asset's carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as 

appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to 

the company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All other repairs and maintenance 

are charged to the Statement of Comprehensive Income during the financial period in which they are 

incurred. 

The depreciable amount of all fixed assets including buildings and capitalised lease assets, but 

excluding freehold land, is depreciated using the straight line/ diminishing value methods to allocate 

their cost, net of their residual values, over their estimated useful lives, as follows: 


Buildings and improvements 40 years 40 years 

Machinery 10 – 12 years 10 – 12 years 

Vehicles 5 – 6 years 5 – 6 years 

Furniture, fittings and equipment 10 – 15 years 10 – 15 years 

The assets’ residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at each 

Statement of Financial Position date. 

Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with carrying amount. These 

are included in the Statement of Comprehensive Income. 

Capital works in progress are transferred to other categories and amortised when completed and 

ready for use. 

(l) Trade and Other Payables – Note 11 

Liabilities are recognised for amounts to be paid in the future for goods or services received. Trade 

accounts payable are normally settled within 60 days. 



(m) Financial Liabilities – Note 12 

Borrowings are initially recognised at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred. Borrowings are 

subsequently measured at amortised cost. Any difference between the proceeds (net of transaction 

costs) and the redemption amount is recognised in the Statement of Comprehensive Income over the 

period of borrowings using the effective interest method. 

Borrowings are classified as current liabilities unless the company has an unconditional right to defer 

settlement of the liability for at least 12 months after the Statement of Financial Position date. 

(n) Employee Benefits – Note 13 

Wages, Salaries, Annual Leave Sick Leave and Non-Monetary Benefits 

Liabilities for employee benefits for wages, salaries, annual leave and sick leave expected to be 

settled within 12 months of the year-end represent present obligations resulting from employees’ 

services provided to reporting date, calculated at undiscounted amounts based on remuneration 

wage and salary rates that the company expects to pay as at reporting date including related oncosts. 

Long Service Leave 

The provision for employee benefits relating to long service leave represents the present value of the 

estimated future cash outflows to be made resulting from employees’ services provided to reporting 

date. 

The provision is calculated using expected future increases in wage and salary rates including related 

on-costs and expected settlement dates based on turnover history and is discounted using the market 

yields on national government bonds at reporting date which most closely match the terms of maturity 

with the expected timing of cash flows. The unwinding of the discount is treated as long service leave 

expense. 

Superannuation Plan 

The company contributes to several defined contribution superannuation plans. Contributions are 

recognised as an expense as they are made. The company has no legal or constructive obligation to 

fund any deficit. 

(o) Comparatives 

Comparative figures have been adjusted to conform to changes in presentation for the current 

financial year. 

(p) Customer Loyalty Program 

The company operates a loyalty program where customers accumulated points for dollars spent. The 

award points are recognised as a separately identifiable component of the initial sale transaction, by 

allocating the fair value of the consideration received between the award points and the other 

components of the sale that the award points are recognised at their fair value. Revenue from the 

award points is recognised when the points are redeemed. The amount of revenue is based on the 

number of points redeemed relative to the total number expected to be redeemed. 


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$ $ 

2 Revenue from Continuing Operations 

Sale of Goods Revenue 

Bar sales 1,185,144 1,389,444 

Catering sales 539,956 

__________________ 

592,576 

__________________ 

1,725,100 1,982,020 

__________________ __________________ 

Rendering of Services Revenue 

Poker machines – net clearances 10,759,084 11,611,146 

Members’ subscriptions 110,483 108,814 

Entertainment and promotions 115,897 164,666 

Members amenities income 13,584 13,422 

Keno sales 42,863 43,921 

Commission received 31,175 33,531 

Sundry income 124,576 

__________________ 

60,228 

__________________ 

11,197,662 12,035,728 

__________________ __________________ 

Other Revenues 

Interest received 22,326 30,870 

Dividends received - 209 

Profit on disposal of property, plant and equipment 31,911 

__________________ 

100,609 

__________________ 

54,237 131,688 

__________________ __________________ 

Total revenue from continuing operations 12,976,999 14,149,436 

__________________ 

__________________ 

3 Expenses 

(a) Profit before income tax expense includes 

the following specific expenses: 

Finance costs 

Bank loans and overdraft 306,787 369,330 

Hire purchase charges 38,201 

__________________ 

6,367 

__________________ 

344,988 375,697 

__________________ __________________ 

Depreciation 

Land and buildings 210,102 205,055 

Plant and equipment 884,656 

__________________ 

845,451 

__________________ 

Total depreciation 1,094,758 1,050,506 

__________________ __________________ 

Net expense from movements in provision for 

Employee benefits 26,250 __________________ 

13,420 

__________________ 

Defined contribution superannuation expense 250,670 259,306 

__________________ 

__________________ 



3 Expenses (continued) 2011 2010 

% % 

(b) Key Performance Indicators 

Bar 

Gross profit percentage 61.0% 61.7% 

Wages to sales percentage 39.8% 35.5% 

Catering 

Gross profit percentage 71.9% 68.6% 

Wages to sales percentage 43.9% 41.5% 

Wages and salaries (including on costs) – 

percentage of total revenue 26.8% 25.3% 

EBITDA percentage 15.4% 17.7% 

4 Income Tax 

(a) Income Tax Expense 

The Income Tax Assessment Act, 1997 (amended) provides that under the concept of mutuality 

clubs are only liable for income tax on income derived from non-members and from outside 

entities. 

$ $ 

The amount set aside for income tax in the Statement 

of Comprehensive Income has been calculated as follows: 

Proportion of income attributable to non-members 4,117,249 4,661,234 

Less: Proportion of expenses attributable to non-members (3,751,250) 

__________________ 

(4,081,043) 

__________________ 

365,999 580,191 

Add: Other taxable income 190,544 

__________________ 

125,711 

__________________ 

556,543 705,902 

Less: Other deductible expenses (413,053) (431,314) 

Tax losses utilised - 

__________________ 

(268,041) 

__________________ 

Net income subject to tax 143,490 6,547 

__________________ 

__________________ 

Income tax applicable to above at tax rate of 30% 43,047 1,964 

(Increase)/decrease in deferred tax (1,047) 71,754 

Overprovision prior year (63) 

__________________ 

- 

__________________ 

Income tax expense attributable to operating profit 41,937 73,718 

__________________ 

__________________ 

(b) Current Tax (Assets)/Liabilities 

Movements during the year: 

Balance at beginning of year 1,964 (29,567) 

Income tax paid (137,124) - 

Current year’s income tax expense 43,047 1,964 

Refunds received - 29,567 

Overprovision prior year (63) 

__________________ 

- 

__________________ 

(92,176) 1,964 

__________________ 

__________________ 


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4 Income Tax (continued) 

(c) Deferred Tax Assets 

The balance comprises temporary differences attributable to: 

Amounts recognised in profit or loss 


$ $ 

Employee benefits 56,975 55,928 

__________________ __________________ 

Net deferred tax assets 56,975 55,928 

__________________ 

__________________ 

Movements: 

Opening balance at 1 July 55,928 127,682 

Credited / (Charged) to the Statement of 

Comprehensive Income 1,047 

__________________ 

(71,754) 

__________________ 

Closing balance at 30 June 56,975 55,928 

__________________ 

__________________ 

5 Cash and Cash Equivalents 

Cash and cash equivalents 437,662 1,013,416 

__________________ 

__________________ 

6 Trade and Other Receivables 

Current 

Trade Debtors 15,811 __________________ 

20,379 

__________________ 

Note 

Current trade and other receivables are non-interest bearing loans and generally on 30-day terms. 

Non-current trade and term receivables are assessed for recoverability based on the underlying terms 

of the contract. A provision for impairment is recognised when there is objective evidence that an 

individual trade or term receivable is impaired. These amounts have been included in the other 

expenses item. 

7 Inventories 

Finished goods – at cost 61,003 64,364 

__________________ 

__________________ 

8 Financial Assets 

Investments in other entities 2,220 2,220 

__________________ 

__________________ 

9 Other Assets 

Current 

Prepayments 91,173 __________________ 

102,385 

__________________ 



10Property, Plant and Equipment 

Freehold land and buildings 


$ $ 

At cost 16,645,343 16,328,842 

Accumulated amortisation (908,760) (698,658) 

__________________ __________________ 

Total Land, Buildings and Improvements 15,736,583 15,630,184 

__________________ __________________ 

Plant and equipment 

At cost 12,955,579 12,223,405 

Accumulated deprecation (8,286,685) 

__________________ 

(7,946,893) 

__________________ 

Capital works in progress 

4,668,894 4,276,512 

__________________ __________________ 

At cost 171,619 151,757 

__________________ __________________ 

Total property, plant and equipment net book value 20,577,096 20,058,453 

__________________ 

__________________ 

Valuation 

An independent valuation was carried out as at 1 March 2011 by Graham Scymgeour, Global 

Valuation Services Pty Ltd, and is on the basis of the open market value of the property concerned in 

its existing use. The directors are of the opinion that this basis provides a reasonable estimate of 

recoverable amount. The land and buildings were valued at $22,600,000. As land and buildings are 

recorded at cost the valuation has not been brought into account. This valuation is in accordance with 

the Company’s policy of obtaining an independent valuation of land and buildings every three years. 

Reconciliations 

Movements in Carrying Amounts 

Movements in the carrying amounts for each class of 

property, plant and equipment between the beginning and 

the end of the current financial year are set out below: 

Freehold Land and Buildings 

Carrying amount at beginning of year 15,630,184 15,609,490 

Additions - 225,749 

Transfers in 316,501 - 

Depreciation (210,102) 

__________________ 

(205,055) 

__________________ 

Carrying amount at end of year 15,736,583 15,630,184 

__________________ 

__________________ 

Plant and Equipment 

Carrying amount at beginning of year 4,276,512 3,544,106 

Additions 650,006 1,579,802 

Transfers in 646,569 - 

Disposals (19,537) (1,945) 

Depreciation (884,656) 

__________________ 

(845,451) 

__________________ 

Carrying amount at end of year 4,668,894 4,276,512 

__________________ 

__________________ 

Capital Works in Progress 

Carrying amount at beginning of year 151,757 40,000 

Additions 982,932 111,757 

Transfers out (963,070) 

__________________ 

- 

__________________ 

Carrying amount at end of year 171,619 151,757 

__________________ 

__________________ 


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10 Property, Plant and Equipment (continued) 

The company’s core properties comprises of the land and buildings located at Second Avenue, 

Blacktown NSW 2148. 

There are no non-core properties held by the company. 

11 Trade and Other Payables 


$ $ 

Trade creditors 183,630 188,197 

Other creditors and accruals 357,129 357,076 

GST payable 174,180 

__________________ 

176,207 

__________________ 

12Financial Liabilities 

Current 

714,939 721,480 

__________________ 

__________________ 

Secured 

Commercial bill 926,664 926,664 

Hire purchase liabilities 16 200,000 

__________________ 

208,434 

__________________ 

Non-Current 

1,126,664 1,135,098 

__________________ 

__________________ 

Secured 

Commercial bill 3,011,679 3,338,343 

Hire purchase liabilities 16 362,347 

__________________ 

562,909 

__________________ 

3,374,026 3,901,252 

__________________ 

__________________ 

Financing Arrangements 

The company has access to the following lines of credit: 

Total facilities available: 

Business credit card facility 10,000 20,000 

Master lease / hire purchase agreement 1,000,000 1,000,000 

Commercial bill facility 3,938,343 

__________________ 

4,865,010 

__________________ 

4,948,343 5,885,010 

__________________ 

__________________ 

Facilities utilised at reporting date: 

Business credit card facility 881 1,288 

Master lease agreement 562,347 771,343 

Commercial bills facility 3,938,343 

__________________ 

4,265,007 

__________________ 

4,501,571 5,037,638 

__________________ 

__________________ 

Security 

The commercial bill was secured by a Registered Mortgage Debenture (fixed and floating charge) 

over the whole of the assets and undertakings of the company and the first Registered Mortgage over 

the property situated at Second Avenue, Blacktown being the property known as city of Blacktown 

RSL Club Limited. 

The company purchased certain plant and equipment under hire purchase arrangements from the 

supplier, and this facility is secured against the assets purchased under this facility. 



13 Employee Benefits 


$ $ 

Aggregate liability for employee benefits 

including on-costs: 

Current 502,322 481,908 

Non-current 85,120 

__________________ 

79,284 

__________________ 

587,442 561,192 

__________________ 

__________________ 

Superannuation Plans 

Contributions 

The company is under a legal obligation to contribute 9% of each employee’s base salary to a 

superannuation fund. 

14 Other Liabilities 

Current 

Income received in advance 48,593 __________________ 

46,118 

__________________ 

Non-current 

Income received in advance 16,750 __________________ 

- 

__________________ 

15 Retained Profits 

Retained profits at the beginning of the year 14,950,041 13,944,885 

Net profit attributable to members of the company 515,661 

__________________ 

1,005,156 

__________________ 

Retained profits at the end of the year 15,465,702 14,950,041 

__________________ 

__________________ 

16 Commitments 

Capital Expenditure Commitments 

Plant and equipment 

Contracted but not provided for and payable: 

Within one year 490,000 __________________ 

- 

__________________ 

Hire Purchase Commitments 

Hire purchase payments are payable as follows: 

Within one year 238,201 248,027 

One year or later and no later than five years 432,383 

__________________ 

669,755 

__________________ 

Minimum hire purchase payments 670,584 917,782 

__________________ 

__________________ 

Current year hire purchases include amounts for a TITO system. 

17 Contingent Liabilities 

Bank Guarantees 

The company has given the following bank guarantees: 

TAB Limited 5,000 __________________ 

5,000 

__________________ 


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18 Mutuality Principle 

The company calculates its income in accordance with the mutuality principle which excludes from 

income, any amounts of subscriptions and contributions from members, and payments received from 

members for particular services provided by the club or association, eg. poker machines, bar and 

dining room service in the case of social clubs. The Commissioner of Taxation accepts this method of 

calculating income as appropriate for recognised clubs and associations. 

Following the Full Federal Court decision in Coleambally Irrigation Mutual Co-operative Limited v FCT 

[2004] FCAFC 250, Tax Laws Amendment (2005 Measures No.6) Bill 2005 was tabled in Parliament 

on 7 December 2005 to amend the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 to restore the long standing 

benefits of the mutuality principle to those non-profit organisations affected by the Coleambally 

decision. 

These amendments will ensure RSL and social clubs continue not to be taxed on receipts from 

contributions and payments received from members. 

19 Key Management Personnel Details 

(a) Directors 

The following persons were non-executive directors of the company during the financial year: 

G Ohlson 

B Durbin (Resigned 16 March 2011) 

R Holder 

K Johnston 

P Long 

C Perrin 

P Thompson (Appointed 23 March 2011) 

Y Timperley 

(b) Other Key Management Personnel 

The following persons also had authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling 

the activities of the company, directly or indirectly during the financial year: 

Name 

Position 

Alan Middleton General Manager 

Barry Allen Assistant General Manager 

(c) Key Management Personnel Compensation 


$ $ 

Benefits and payments made to the Directors and Other 

Key Management Personnel named in (a) and (b) above 284,242 __________________ 

277,576 

__________________ 

20 Related Parties 

Key Management Personnel 

Disclosures relating to key management personnel are set out in Note 19. 

Directors’ Transactions with the Company 

From time to time, directors of the company, or their director-related entities, may purchase goods 

from the company. These purchases are on the same terms and conditions as those entered into by 

other company employees or customers and are trivial or domestic in nature. 

Apart from the details disclosed in this note, no director has entered into a material contract with the 

company since the end of the previous financial year and there were no material contracts involving 

directors’ interests existing at year end. 

21Company Details 

The Club is incorporated and domiciled in Australia as a company limited by guarantee. In 

accordance with the Constitution of the company, every member of the company undertakes to 

contribute an amount limited to $3 per member in the event of the winding up of the company during 

the time that he is a member or within one year thereafter. At 30 June 2011 there were 15,562 

members. 

The registered office of the company is Second Avenue, Blacktown NSW 2148. 



sub-Branch Reports 

sub-Branch 

President’s Report 

Keeping up with the year 2010–2011 has again 

proven to be a hard task, however with a committed 

team the sub-Branch have overcome all that was 

required of them. 

I would like to offer my thanks to the hard working 

team of Secretary Kevin Johnston, Treasurer Jim 

Bostock, Vice President’s Gary Ohlson and Harry 

Taylor who have again this year made my task as 

President an enjoyable one. 

Thank you to the Pension Officers Gerrard Smith, 

Tom Baena and Rick Palenzuela along with Welfare 

Officers Keith Winsbury, Frank Eastwell and John 

Rothery for their efforts in attending funerals of 

departed members, visits to members in hospital 

and at home or at convalescent/nursing homes. 

Thank you also to the Committee Bruce Scott, 

Michael Reid, Bob Andriske, Yvonne Timperley, Ross 

Weaver and David Blackman. Thank you to Assistant 

Secretary Margaret Webb and our F.W.M.D.C 

Delegates. Thank you to the Women’s Auxiliary for 

their work and support for the sub-Branch. 

This year we have the Alf Ross Memorial Scholarship 

in motion and the first two students have been 

awarded assistance for their studies and were 

presented with a certificate and cheque by Ken Ross 

son of Alf Ross and myself. We also have the Young 

Endeavour Youth Scheme and Kokoda Youth 

Leadership Challenge with two students being 

chosen in each program for participation this year. 

To the Board of Directors, General Manager Alan 

Middleton, Secretary Denise Ferguson, Relieving 

Secretary Amanda Check, Management and staff – 

your continued support is always appreciated. 

Finally to the most important people, you the 

members, your continued support in attending your 

monthly meetings helps in keeping our sub-Branch 

running strong. 

LEST WE FORGET 

Bill Norris OAM 

President 

sub-Branch 

Secretary’s Report 

It is again my privilege to submit this report, at the 

time of writing we have a total 426 Members 

comprising of 400 Ordinary Members, 8 Life 

Members, 9 Life subscribers, 5 Honorary Members 

and 4 Associate Members. Our Membership has 

dropped partially again this year, so it is up to us the 

members to encourage friends and family, who are 

eligible, to join the League. 

Again this year we have had a busy time but very 

enjoyable one. Our ANZAC Day Dawn Service 

continues to draw a larger attendance each year, 

as does our Remembrance Sunday Service and 

our Victory in the Pacific Service. 

I would like to thank President Bill Norris, Assistant 

secretary Margaret Webb, Treasurer Jim Bostock, 

Vice Presidents Gary Ohlson and Harry Taylor and 

the Committee for their assistance through the year. 

The monthly meetings have been well attended this 

year averaging high eighties to low nineties and you 

the members have proposed several very good 

suggestions which have and will be attended to and 

brought back to you for adoption. Well done and 

don’t be afraid to suggest your thoughts for 

deliberations at the meeting and not after the 

meeting. There seems to be plenty of ideas coming 

from the bottom of a schooner glass later on. At the 

July meeting Ted Gabb, Bruce Scott and Cec 

Creswick received their certificate for 50 years 

continuous membership of the League. 

Members please be advised that such continuous 

service does not have to be at City of Blacktown 

RSL alone. It is continuous membership of the 

League. If you think you may qualify for such an 

award please contact me. 

The Children’s Christmas party is going well with 

Santa (Harry Taylor) being the man of the day, there 

has been a few children not very happy with girls 

aged 10 years receiving cars. I have spoken with 

the firm which we order the presents from and it will 

not happen again. 

I wish to thank our hard working Women’s Auxiliary 

for all their assistance they have given us again this 

year. Also the Board of Directors, General Manager 

Alan Middleton, Secretary Denise Ferguson, 

Relieving Secretary Amanda Check and all the staff 

who have assisted us during the year. 

We receive a lot of members telling us that they 

had not received any visitors whilst in hospital or at 

home, unfortunately in these circumstances we 

have not be informed of members being 

hospitalised or receiving home care, therefore if you 

know any member or ex Service personal who has 

been hospitalised or who could benefit from a visit 

or assistance please let me know and I will pass it 

on to the committee. 

Finally thank you to you the members for your 

attendance again this year. Keep it up. 

LEST WE FORGET 

Kevin Johnston 

Honorary Secretary 


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sub-Branch 

Pensions Officers’ Report 

Once again your Pensions Officers Gerry, Tom and 

Rick have been busy looking after Veterans on 

behalf of the City of Blacktown RSL sub-Branch. 

The past year has been a little quiet but over 50 

inquiries (a little less than last year) for VEA claims: 

• New Disabilities Claims 

• Service Pension Claims 

• War Widows Claims 

• Pension Increases 

• Worsening Effects of Accepted Disabilities 

Also 

Help with additional local NGO assistance and 

ACAT Assessments for Home Care and Safety 

in the Home Assistance 

A few SCRA (prior to 2004) and MCRA 

compensation case enquires have come our 

way and a number are in the preparation and 

claim stage. 

We also assisted in obtaining medical and 

service records for further consideration of 

possible claims for some Veterans. 

These resulted in some being actioned with 

veterans receiving financial and lifestyle 

improvements. 

Your Pensions Officers have been attending 

training in Veteran and War Widows Pensions, the 

new MCRS system for Serving Personnel and 

Welfare matters. 

This will continue in 2011/12 as it is required that 

you requalify every 2 or 3 years to keep current 

with changes to the VEA Act, DVA operations and 

Government policy etc. 

The Pensions Officers would like to thank The Club 

limited, The sub-Branch Secretary, The Welfare 

Officers as well as all other Executive / Committee 

members for their help throughout the year. 

We would like to give our condolences to those 

families that have lost loved ones through the year 

OFFICE HOURS 

Remember the office is open on Saturday 

Mornings from 0900 to 1100 hours but Note not 

on meeting Saturdays. And Tuesday morning from 

0900 to1100 hours 

You can arrange an Appointment through the 

week at the office or even a Home or nursing 

home Visit to assist you with DVA matters. 

Note. Again Not on meeting Saturdays. 

Once again your Pensions Officers Gerry, Tom and 

Rick have been busy looking after Veterans on 

behalf of the City of Blacktown RSL sub-Branch. 

Services that we can provide 

The services that the Pension’s Officers can 

provide or assist you with include:- 

• Assistance in member’s disability claims old or 

new. 

• The filling out of claim forms and DVA forms. 

• Interpreting DVA letters and requests for 

information. 

• Worsening Lifestyle effects of veterans accepted 

disabilities with claims for pension 

improvements. 

• Filling out SRS, MCRS and MCRA Forms of ADF 

Serving Members; these are claims for 

conditions for in service injuries and disabilities. 

• Assistance for those service members ready to 

leave the service into civilian live and Making 

the Transition 

• Service pension claims for retired ADF 

member’s Peacekeepers and Hazardous 

service (eg. not having Warlike conditions 

service). 

• Help with War Widow Pension, Widowers 

Pension and ADF Widows; providing assistance 

and guidance with their claims. 

• Preparing Statements of Claim and Evidence 

Briefs to accompany your DVA claims. 

• Preparing a history of service and incidence 

to assist with claims after obtaining your Service 

and Medical records. 

Also things to consider and refer you to, like; 

• Help to seek financial advice after retirement, 

loss of partner or loved one. 

• Home care from the Commonwealth (DVA) or 

Local NGO community provider 

• Seeking specified alterations for safety and 

comfort to your accommodation after an ACAT 

review. 

• Obtaining home maintenance and repairs as 

well as lawn mowing services if you are eligible 

for these services 

There may be other things that we may be able to 

help you with. Come in and have a chat or ring 

the sub-Branch office to talk to us. 

The Pension’s Officers would like to wish you all 

the best for the forth coming sub-Branch year of 

2011-2012. 

Gerry Smith 

Tom Baena 

Rick Palenzuela 

Pension Officers 



sub-Branch 

Women’s Auxiliary Report 

The Women’s Auxiliary is still in mourning 

following the death of our beloved secretary Mrs 

Merle O’Connor on May 5 2011. Merle had been 

a member of the Auxiliary since 1949, became 

secretary in 1965 and held that post until her 

death. She is sadly missed by all. 

Our members attended ANZAC Day and 

Remembrance Day Services. Dawn Service 

crowds continue to grow and breakfast is always 

well attended by young people from local 

organisations as well as their families. We also 

attended luncheons held by the sub-Branch. 

All moneys raised by selling ANZAC badges, 

poppies, tickets in the Easter and Christmas 

competitions, street stalls and occasional bus trips 

are forwarded to RSL Charities. 

Congress was attended by Mrs C. Down and Mrs 

B. Barnes, an excellent report as usual. Members 

attended Cumberland Hospital Gala Days and 

Fashion parades, luncheons held by other 

Auxiliaries and also the sub-Branch children’s 

Christmas Party, lunch was served to all who 

attended. 

I would like to thank all members for their help and 

donations during the year, also sub-Branch 

members, Board of Directors, Mr Middleton and 

his staff and all members of the club for their 

support. 

The Auxiliary meets on the 1st Tuesday of each 

month, except January, in the sub-Branch room at 

10.00am. New members are gladly welcomed. 

Total Members - 17 

Committee Members 

President 

Mrs B. Fayle 

Secretary 

Mrs B. Barnes 

Treasurer 

Mrs G. Morris 

Vice President 

Mrs C. Down 

Vice President – Retired Mrs. Ripley 

Yours Sincerely 

Beverley Fayle 

President 

sub-Branch 

Bungarribee Day Club 

Report 

The Bungarribee Day Club has just celebrated its 

26 Birthday with a beach trip for all its members to 

the Woy Woy area. A brilliant day was had by all. 

Our Club, a subsidiary of the RSL sub-Branch 

provides a day of friendship and fun activities for 

seniors. We have vacancies at present and 

welcome new members and volunteers. 

Don’t be lonely, come and visit us at the RSL we 

meet every Monday at 9.45am to 1.30pm 

For further information contact: Gladys Morris or 

Joyce Way 

Total Members and Volunteers - 16 

Committee Members 

Administrator Mrs Gladys Morris 9671 2879 

Administrator Mrs Pam Sullivan 

Coordinator Mrs Joyce Way 9674 7854 

Yours sincerely 

Joyce Way 

Coordinator 


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War Widows Guild Report 

Members of the Blacktown City War Widow’s Guild 

meet on the fourth Friday of each month, except 

December and January. New members are always 

welcome to come and join our group. 

During the past year we have lost several of our 

members due to illness or their passing. Some 

members are now in Nursing Homes or living with 

their families as they are too frail to attend our 

meetings. We still try to keep in contact with some of 

these members, if we have their contact details, by 

sending Birthday cards to celebrate their Birthdays. 

Some have been admitted to Nursing Homes, but 

unfortunately we do not know where. 

Some of our members are able to obtain subsidised 

transport to and from our meetings. This arrangement 

is organised by the Transport Officer at the War 

Widow’s Guild of Australia NSW Ltd. 

It is cheaper than Taxis and the Driver is very helpful by 

assisting passengers in and out of the taxi, with 

walkers and bags and also helps passengers to and 

from the front doors. 

During the year, our President, Mrs Jean Keelan and I, 

attended a concert at the Sydney Town Hall where we 

were entertained by Col Joye. This was a terrific 

concert. We also attended a healthy eating program 

held by the Department of Veterans Affairs. 

I also attended a Seminar at the VAN Office in 

Parramatta where we were shown by representatives 

of the Guide Dog Association, the aids available to 

vision impaired people. This was a great realisation as 

the Guide Dog Association relies solely on donations 

and no Government funding. 

On 15 August 2010 I was privileged to attend and 

present a copy of our book “No Peacetime 

Cinderellas” on behalf of the War Widow’s Guild of 

NSW Ltd at the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial Service 

which was held at Springwood. 

We wish to thank the catering staff for making our 

Christmas Party in December 2010 a great success. 

The food and service was excellent as usual. We are 

looking forward to our next one. 

We would also like to thank the staff at the Cafe for 

their service after our meetings. Members love the fish 

and chips. 

Committee for 2011 – 2012 

President 

Mrs Sylvia Stokes 

Vice Presidents Mrs Val Merchant 

Mrs Jean Keelan 

Secretary/Treasurer Mrs Jan Hackett 9624 3501 

Thank you for all your help 

Yours faithfully 

Mrs J Hackett 

Honorary Secretary/Treasurer 

Nirimba Naval 

Association Report 

Our group of 20 dedicated ex-naval men meet on 

the second Saturday of the month from 9.30am to 

10.30am at Blacktown RSL Club to organise 

BBQ’s or bus trips around the state to places of 

interest: museums, churches etc. We are also in 

the process of organising the bi-annual “End of an 

Era” Memorial Service, in conjunction with the 

UWS and Wyndham Senior College, for next year 

at the Nirimba Precinct. 

This is in remembrance of HMAS Nirimba, a 

technical training school which had at it’s closing, 

produced some 6000 highly trained young men 

over a period of 26 years. HMAS Nirimba was a 

vital part in keeping the Navy in top condition and 

always ready to be at the front line to defend not 

only our country but other countries in the area of 

the world we live in. 

We also give assistance to Training Ship (TS) 

Nepean who are the area’s Australian Naval 

Cadets unit that are based out at Orchard Hills 

under the command of Sub-Lieutenant Brian 

Crockett JP ANC. They meet every Saturday for 

training, excursions and also supplying a Guard 

and Cataflaque Party for official functions to not 

only our RSL but all other RSL’s in the local area. 

We would also like to thank our Blacktown City 

sub-Branch for all their support and contributions 

that allow us to maintain the Nirimba Memorial 

Walls and plaques, our standards and the ability 

to assist others. 

President Frank Eastwell 9626 9763 

Vice President Les Gibson 9677 0619 

Secretary Rick Palenzuela 9621 7391 

Treasurer John Camburn 9834 1637 



CITY OF BLACKTOWN 

RETURNED SERVICES LEAGUE (RSL) SUB-BRANCH 

Mr. Ken Ross son of the late Alf Ross presented a cheque 

in the amount of $1500 to Janelle Jerusalem as the Alf 

Ross Memorial Scholarship Scheme Awardee for 2011. 

Members of the Alf Ross Memorial Scholarship Scheme selection 

panel namely: Margaret Webb, Tom Baena, Michael Reid and 

Bruce Scott posed with Janelle Jerusalem, 2011 Awardee. 

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BLACKTOWN RSL CLUB LIMITED - where friends love to meet


Second Avenue, Blacktown NSW 2148 

Phone: 02 9622 5222 Fax: 02 9671 6207 

Email: blacktownrsl@blacktownrsl.com.au Website: www.blacktownrsl.com.au

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