Management News

As the new Ballina RSL Chairman, I am looking forward to working with my fellow directors, management and staff in ways that will continue to enhance outcomes for the club and for our wider community.

Over the coming months, I also look forward to meeting with various club stakeholders to glean member and community viewpoints on the manner in which our clubs have both been progressing.

The Ballina RSL is going from strength to strength. The recent renovations have certainly been well-accepted by both members and the community. We will be striving to continue to offer members and visitors a range of quality entertainment, dining and leisure experiences at both the Ballina RSL Club and the Ballina RSL Bowling Club.

We will now also be taking further steps to progress the club’s masterplan with construction on our boardwalk commencing early in the New Year. By becoming a major link for public access to the river and foreshore walkway, the Ballina RSL will be helping to create some substantial public benefits.

I would also like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the inspiring efforts from outgoing chairman Bob Grant and outgoing, retiring club directors Ted Armstrong and Bruce Stacy. We will all miss Bob, Bruce and Ted but know that they won’t be too far away as they’ll be visiting the club regularly to enjoy the fruits of their labours. The mateship bonds between our club’s past and present directors have always been strong.

I am also proud to announce and welcome three new incoming directors to the board – Kevin Hanns, Graeme “Blue” McNally and Bill Moore.

My very best wishes to you and your family for a very happy Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year.

– Gary Hooley