Dine Out… Help Outhe StreetSmart campaign, brainchildof Founder and CEO, Adam Robinson,which raises funds through restaurantsto help the homeless, has become, over thelast three years, a perfect way to extendChristmas goodwill by encouraging us todine out… help out.<strong>The</strong> success of StreetSmart lies behind itssimple concept. For six weeks in the leadup to Christmas, participating StreetSmartrestaurants propose a $2 voluntary donationto every table’s bill.Every dollar collected goes to helpingsmaller, grassroots organisations supportinghomeless people. In 2005, 77 restaurantsacross Victoria supported the campaign,and over $140,000 has been raised since2003. This year the campaign will also runin Sydney.<strong>The</strong> campaign’s success is due partly tothe support given from organisations andpeople at 101 Collins, in particular ChristopherThorn at Goldman Sachs JBWere,who is now the chairman of StreetSmartAustralia. “Christopher opened his door andwas willing to hear <strong>my</strong> ideas. This was thecrucial break for establishing StreetSmart.Everything else flowed from there,” AdamRobinson explained.Freehills provide StreetSmart with probonolegal support and Kirby Design assistwith all graphic design needs. Il Solito Postoand their customers have also been championsof the campaign.To find out how to get more involved visitwww.streetsmartaustralia.orgStreetSmart runs from 13 November – 24December 2006 at participating restaurants.Think about having your Christmas functionat one of the StreetSmart supporters.<strong>The</strong> Naval & Military ClubEvents with Military Precision!ith the completion of stage one of itsrefurbishment, <strong>The</strong> Naval & MilitaryClub Melbourne is set to epitomise clublife this millennium. Clubbing at <strong>The</strong> Naval& Military is gaining new status, a club forboth men and women - a stylish centralcity enclave amidst the hustle and bustle ofbusiness and professional life.<strong>The</strong> enhanced range of facilities givesmore reasons than ever before for professionalmen and women from business,government and the armed services to gainmembership.<strong>The</strong> Club now offers 18 boutique-stylebedrooms, Melbourne’s premier corporatehealth club - Coates Lane, as well as severalnew function areas including a rooftop terracegarden complete with marquee andmarble benchtop barbecue!<strong>The</strong> Naval & Military Club invites 101tenants to host their function or Christmasfestivities at the Club where they are offeredoutstanding service and delicious culinaryexperiences. <strong>The</strong> Club provides versatileentertaining options from canapés to formaldinners or even a contemporary seafoodbarbecue. Each of its stylish spaces has itsown ambience.<strong>The</strong> Naval & Military Club is convenientlylocated at 27 Little Collins Street with easyaccess to good parking and public transport.You and your guests may also wishto consider an overnight stay in the Club’sboutique, five-star accommodation as partof your function. Alternatively, after all thecelebrations, you may wish to wander downto Coates Lane Health Club for a well-deservedwork out!For more information about membership,functions or accommodation, please call 96504741 or email marketing@nmclub.com.au orvisit www.nmclub.com.au8 <strong>The</strong> 101 Quarterly
JOIN THE WINNERS CIRCLE.Make your Spring Carnival booking now.AWARD OFEXCELLENCEBEST NEWRESTAURANTBUSINESS*Don’t gamble with your seasonal celebrations at this time of the year in Melbourne. Book your table for the Spring Carnival or wrap upChristmas now with a quick phone call to <strong>The</strong> Italian. We’ll be celebrating ourselves during October as we complete our fi rst year –we’re splashing out on an exciting range of fresh specials to complement our classic Italian dishes. And if you’re adventurous, you couldfollow <strong>The</strong> Age restaurant critic John Lethlean’s recent recommendation * and try our trippe alla Romana. <strong>The</strong> Italian is open Mondayto Friday,11am till late for lunch and dinner, and Saturday 6pmtill late for dinner. As well as the bar and restaurant, there is acourtyard open for coffee and drinks and a private dining-room onthe mezzanine level. Bookings essential.*<strong>The</strong> Age, Tuesday, August 8, 2006.2 Malthouse Lane, Melbourne Telephone 03 9654 9499 www.theitalian.com.au*Victorian Restaurant and Catering Association -– Award of Excellence 2006 – Best New Restaurant Business – <strong>The</strong> Italian Restaurant & Bar<strong>The</strong> 101 Quarterly 9
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