Final Field Dining Night Under Canvass, Jimboomba, 2011.
From Harim Tok Tok Vol 72 Feb 2012
THE FINAL MIXED FIELD DINING NIGHT
On Sat 15th Sept. 2011, 66 members and wives attended the final Mixed Field Dining Night at Jimboomba.
Regrettably age has caught up with those responsible (or the erection and taking apart of the venue (Barry Wright had his 79th birthday the following Sat), and a decision was made to quit whilst we were ahead.
The weather was not totally co-operative with a storm lasting from approx 3.30pm to 5pm on the evening, however when it cleared everyone had a great time and no further rain fell during the dining night.
In view of the significance of the occasion, it was decided that the dinner would be formal and some 10 members and guests turned out in mess dress.
The usual formalities were carried out during the evening, with toasts and presentations to Pam and Barry Wright, by our Patron, Maj. Gen. John Pearn, for their co-operation in the past by allowing the Assn to use their property over the past 12 years, and another by John Holland to Pam for the sterling work she has performed in sending along cakes and biscuits etc. when there is a visit by the public to the Museum.
This was the 23rd such event, with one having had to be cancelled because of inclement weather.
The organisers of the event are in the process of looking at various avenues and prospects for similar future events. With the increasing cost of having such a function at somewhere like the United Services Club (would be about $100 per head now), so if you feel that a suitable venue would be available at a reasonable price please do not hesitate to let the Editor of HTT know.
It would be a shame to have such a function cease altogether, as the aim of the event is to provide a venue for old comrades to get together and renew memories of the past.
Bob Collins
THE FINAL MIXED FIELD DINING NIGHT
On Sat 15th Sept. 2011, 66 members and wives attended the final Mixed Field Dining Night at Jimboomba.
Regrettably age has caught up with those responsible (or the erection and taking apart of the venue (Barry Wright had his 79th birthday the following Sat), and a decision was made to quit whilst we were ahead.
The weather was not totally co-operative with a storm lasting from approx 3.30pm to 5pm on the evening, however when it cleared everyone had a great time and no further rain fell during the dining night.
In view of the significance of the occasion, it was decided that the dinner would be formal and some 10 members and guests turned out in mess dress.
The usual formalities were carried out during the evening, with toasts and presentations to Pam and Barry Wright, by our Patron, Maj. Gen. John Pearn, for their co-operation in the past by allowing the Assn to use their property over the past 12 years, and another by John Holland to Pam for the sterling work she has performed in sending along cakes and biscuits etc. when there is a visit by the public to the Museum.
This was the 23rd such event, with one having had to be cancelled because of inclement weather.
The organisers of the event are in the process of looking at various avenues and prospects for similar future events. With the increasing cost of having such a function at somewhere like the United Services Club (would be about $100 per head now), so if you feel that a suitable venue would be available at a reasonable price please do not hesitate to let the Editor of HTT know.
It would be a shame to have such a function cease altogether, as the aim of the event is to provide a venue for old comrades to get together and renew memories of the past.
Bob Collins
A normal table setting for the Field Dinners under Canvass. With the number of diners at 66 for this dinner the setting was much larger.
Those in Mess Dress. Norm Mundy, Doug Ng, Paul Brown, Barry Wright, Maj Gen John Pearn AO. RFD., Bob Collins, Colin Gould MBE., Noel Parker (ex RAN), Noel Serafini..
Waiting for the flags to be marched in.
2 photos above. Maj Gen John Pearn AO. RFD prepares to make the presentation to Pam and Barry Wright.
Bob Collins, Phil Ainsworth, Norm Mundy, John Holland. John is ready for his presentation to Pam after Maj Gen Pearn is finished.
Bob Collins, Phil Ainsworth, Norm Mundy, John Holland. John is ready for his presentation to Pam after Maj Gen Pearn is finished.
Maj Gen Pearn giving his presentation speech. Bob Collins, Phil Ainsworth looking on.
Barry Wright standing and Pam Wright sitting on his left. This was while the Patron, Maj Gen John Pearn AO. RFD. was giving a vote of thanks for their hospitality over the years.
Norm Mundy and Noel Serafini. The Serafini's had travelled from Sydney for the dinner.
Dining President, Bob Collins, with Association President, Phil Ainsworth,
Norm Mundy
At the Field dinners it was up to the men to collect the ladies' dinner.
From L. Kerry Glover, Paul Brown, Bernard Daniels, John McGrath.
Barry and Pam Wright.
It was obviously cold as Pam is wrapped up.
Paul Brown acknowledging a toast.
Toast to the Ladies.
During the toasts. L-R. Mrs Vena Pearn, Maj Gen John Pearn AO. RFD., Bob Collins, Phil Ainsworth.
Dr Michael Rice and Mrs Vena Pearn, wife of the Patron.
Paul Brown conducting Kangaroo Court towards the end of the dinner.
Pam Wright. Head table ornaments of chromed .303 rifle and bayonet can be seen.
Ping and Glen O'Brien, George Royes (Greenbank RSL), Marie and Mal Zimmerman.
Brian Costello and Ralph Seeto.
Barry Wright and Doctor Michael Rice, the Wright's family doctor, who was their guest at the dinner.
Kathy Clarke with her parents, Barry and Pam Wright.
After the dinner. Jack and Judy Hobbins, Percy Neville.
Bob Collins with daughter-in- law, Fiona after the dinner.
Ralph Seeto
Caterer Karen and her assistant. This was the only dinner she needed an assistant.
IN 2012 PAM AND BARRY WRIGHT WERE PRESENTED WITH AN ASSOCIATION PLAQUE BY THE ASSOCIATION TO RECOGNISE THEIR CONTRIBUTION TO THE SUCCESS OF THE FIELD DINNERS OVER THE PAST 12 YEARS.
PAM WAS UNDERGOING CHEMOTHERAPY AT THE TIME BUT FORTUNATELY RECOVERED AND IN 2023 IS STILL IN REMISSION.
PAM WAS UNDERGOING CHEMOTHERAPY AT THE TIME BUT FORTUNATELY RECOVERED AND IN 2023 IS STILL IN REMISSION.
Above. Pam and Barry Wright with Association President, Phil Ainsworth.
Below. Pam and Barry with Assn Vice President, Bob Collins.
Below. Pam and Barry with Assn Vice President, Bob Collins.
