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THE BICTON BEACON

MARCH 2019

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ST PATRICK’S DAY at ARCADIA WATERS BICTON

MONDAY 18th MARCH 2019

Cocktail Party begins at 4.30pm.

Entertainment: Musical Memories by Ric & Polly

Where: Fontenay Hall

What to Wear: Something green

What to Bring: Wine, Beer and anything else you would like to drink

Cost: $10.00 per person

NEW RESIDENTS

We welcome Ria De Jong into unit 19 this month and Jane Smyth into Unit 71. We hope you settle in well to your new home. We are all here to help, nothing is too much trouble or a bother, just ask and someone will be there.

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IRISH HUMOUR

An Irishman was flustered not being able to find a parking space in a large mall’s parking lot.

“Lord”, he prayed, “I can’t stand this. If you open a space up for me, I swear I’ll give up drinking me whiskey, and I promise to go to church every Sunday”.

Suddenly, the clouds parted and the sun shone on an empty parking spot. Without hesitation, the man said, “Never mind, I found one!”

Have you heard the one about an Englishman, a Scotsman and an Irishman stranded on a small island?

One day, they discovered an Arabian looking lamp in the sand. A genie appeared when they rubbed on it, granting a wish for each.

Without thinking, the Englishman wished he was back in London and he was gone. The Scotsman wished he was back in Glasgow and he was gone too.

Feeling lonely and bored, the Irishman wished the two of them would be back on the island. Presto!

Paddy and Murphy are working on a building site.

Paddy says to Murphy, “I’m gonna get the day off. I’m gonna pretend I’ve gone mad!” He climbs up the rafters, hangs upside down and shouts “I’m a lightbulb, I’m a lightbulb!” Murphy watches in amazement.

The foreman shouts: “Paddy, go home. You’ve gone mad”.

So Paddy leaves the site. Murphy starts packing his kit up to leave as well.

“Where do you think you’re going?” asks the foreman.

“Well, I can’t work in the friggin dark!” said Murphy

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Many happy returns to

Ken Holt Elaine WankeTed Mulligan Laureen Evans

We wish you all a day full of happiness and great cheer.

Birthday celebration for March will be held on Friday 8th March at 10.00am in Fontenay Hall

Wilhelmine, Michael and Theresa celebrating their birthdays last month.

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THOUGHTS FROM THE CHAIRPERSON

Hello Everyone

Things have been relatively quiet through February. Unfortunately our shopping bus had to be cancelled due to the lack of a driver. We were all looking forward to the trip as it was our first for 2019, but these things happen from time to time.

We still had things going on in the village. The barbeque which is held on the first Sunday of the month seems to have taken off and everyone who attends seems to be enjoying it. Our Birthday Morning Tea is still a very happy occasion and we also have the weekly Exercise and Movement classes, which although they have only been going for a few weeks, these classes seem to be well attended.

I know a lot of residents look forward to craft days and also Bingo - some even lucky enough to win and go home with a pocket full of money -lucky you.

Cheryl’s Lunch is growing with more people attending each month -Thank you Cheryl it is always very yummy. Footy Tipping will be starting soon with the start of the Footy season quickly approaching, so make sure you get your forms and money into the office as soon as possible.

Our bus trip for February takes us to Ravenswood - This should be a very enjoyable occasion. Theresa has put a lot of organisation into it to make the trip run smoothly. These trips are becoming more popular and our Melville Bus only holds 18 People so when you receive your monthly Calendar and would like to go on the outing please go down to the office as soon as possible with your money and put your name down. Please remember your seat is not saved with your name down only.

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The Committee and Residents meeting was held on Friday 22nd February. We were fortunate to have Cheryl, Roger Kwok, and Karen Whittle-Herbert attend our meeting. They all spoke on various things going on in our Village. These will be recorded in the Minutes which will be sent out to you in the very near future.

That is all from me for now. Those going to Ravenswood -“ENJOY “and all of you take care and keep smiling.

Regards,

MargChairperson for Arcadia Waters Bicton.

FOOTY TIPPING

Just a reminder that if you wish to be a part of our annual footy tipping you will need to return your form, issued with last month’s newsletter, together with your payment of $46.00 to the office before Monday 11th March please.

Playing packs will be issued by Friday 15th with the first game being on Thursday 21st March.

Good luck!

LANDLINE TELEPHONES

One last reminder that if you do not sign up for the NBN you will not have a telephone at all come May.

This process takes a few weeks to activate, so if you still have not signed up for the NBN please speak with your families or come see us in the office and we will assist you with this process.

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A WORD FROM CHERYL

Hi to all

Another busy month flies by with things still sitting on my to do list, as fast as you think you are getting ahead another item appears.

We did send out a reminder this month about keeping your doors and windows locked. It is far better to be safe than sorry. We are lucky that we do not live in an area with a high crime rate, but that doesn’t mean you need to forget safety.

I think we have now got on top of most of the garden watering issues. I hope now the sprinklers are getting to the plants, however if you do notice any plants looking limp please let me know so I can address the problem. The new garden beside Hammersmith House is looking good with its face lift. Thanks to a number of residents who have noticed and provided such positive feed back. It is always great to hear.

A number of residents have been in hospital of late but I think now all have returned. We all wish you a speedy recovery and hope your health continues to improve.

The Arcadia Group is looking at doing some TV advertising and we are looking for volunteers who may wish to help. If you are interested please let me know and I will put you in touch with Monique.

Books and Gifts direct come to the village every fortnight on a Friday, next collection is Friday 8th March. You will find a number of gifts for yourself and for grandchildren, neices and nephews. Residents can buy throughout the year for birthdays and Christmas gifts which allows you to buy a little every couple of months and assists you with budgeting. There is also another benefit where part of the sale proceeds is donated to the Children’s hospital.

Looking forward to the St Pat’s party this month, hope you will come and enjoy the fun. Please remember when we set the tables up we set for the number we are expecting. Please be accurate with your responses and on time. When we have entertainers, vacant seats is not a good look.

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LITTLE BIT OF EGGCITEMENT!

Unfortunately our beloved ‘Egg Fountain’ near Administration was looking a little bit worse for wear. One certain staff member made a suggestion that if the boys got together they could turn him around and then perhaps he would look lovely again.

Although good in theory, when it came time to use the combined muscle power of a few men, our Egg slopped during turning and was left lopsided, completely stuck and very unhappy!

In came a crane to the rescue.

Help, crane!

Very, very slowly

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Very, very carefully

Great job boys, well done!

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WATER ACCOUNTS

The Water Corporation are now sending everyone’s accounts to us via email. In turn I print them and issue to you.

You can now choose to have your Water Account emailed directly to you instead of receiving a paper copy. The option is also available to have your Council Rates and Arcadia Invoice emailed as well.

Should you wish to have any or all of the above accounts emailed, you will need to fill out the enclosed Email Authority Form and return to me in the office please.

NOISES IN THE NIGHT

Should you become aware of someone you think may be up to no good or you think you hear noises of that nature please call Melville Community Security.

Melville Community Security is there to assist you in regards to these events. They can be contacted on 1300 653 643.

Alternatively, if you think it is an emergency you can contact the police on 131 444 or 000. Remember you can always use your Blueforce Emergency Button too.

Try not to call your neighbours in the first instance as there is usually very little they can do to assist you.

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BUS TRIPS

Shopping Bus:

Our shopping bus this month is on Friday 15th March and will be visiting the Bullcreek Shopping Centre. Cost is $7.00 per person.

Departs at 1.00pm from Stock Road Gazebo.Returns at 3.30pm approx.

If you would like to go, please put your name down and pay at the office.

Lunch bus:

Our lunch bus this month is on Thursday 28th March and is going the Ocean Beach Hotel in Cottesloe for brunch.

Cost is $21.00 per person for brunch, coffee or tea and the bus.

Departs at 10.30am from Stock Road Gazebo.Returns at 2.30pm approx.

If you would like to go, please put your name down and pay at the office.

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THINGS TO DO THIS MONTHDate, Time & Day Event Where & Other

Every Monday 10.30am Choir Group Fontenay HallMonday 4th, 11th and 25th 1.30pm

Scrabble Fontenay Hall

Monday 18th 1.30pm Scrabble Hammersmith HouseMonday 18th 4.30pm St Patrick’s Day Cocktail

PartyFontenay Hall

Every Tuesday 9.30am Movement Classes with Santosh

Fontenay Hall

Tuesday 5th 6pm Fish & Chips Hammersmith HouseTuesday 5th 6.30pm Movie Night – ‘The

Aviator’Hammersmith House

Tuesday 12th 12md Cheryl’s Lunch Fontenay HallWednesday 6th and 20th 1.30pm

Craft & Social Fontenay Hall

Wednesday 13th & 27th 2pm

Bingo Fontenay Hall

Every Wednesday Dr Jack Consulting RoomsEvery Thursday Hairdresser / Massage Salon / Consult RoomEvery Thursday 12.30pm

Lunch Hammersmith House

Thursday 28th 10.30am Lunch Bus OBH CottesloeEvery Friday 6pm Dinner Hammersmith HouseFriday 8th 10am March Birthday Morning

TeaFontenay Hall

Friday 15th 9.30am Shopping Bus Bullcreek Shopping Centre

Every Saturday 10am Pot Black – all welcome Hammersmith HouseEvery Saturday 1.30pm Cards/Board Games Fontenay HallSunday 3rd 4pm BBQ – BYO food and

drinksFontenay Hall

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March 2018 Menu

Thursday 7th

Thursday 14th

Thursday21st

Thursday 28th

Roast Pork

&Caramel

Tart

Roast Lamb

&Jelly and Ice

Cream

Silverside

&Trifle

Pickled Pork

&Apple Cake

Friday 1st

Friday 8th

Friday15th

Friday22nd

Friday 29th

Roast Lamb

&Cheese Cake

Silverside

&Pavlova

Beef & Guinness Pie

&Irish Apple

Cake

Roast Pork

&Choc/Coffee

Cake

Roast Beef

&Lemon Sorbet

Guests are welcome.

Order forms located in Hammersmith House.

For lunch on Thursday order by 12MD on Wednesday

For dinner on Friday order by 12MD on Thursday

All Meals are $18.00 per head inclusive of GST.

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