The 1st Coburg Scouts Christmas Raffle

An annual tradition, we are pleased to let all know that the 1st Coburg Scouts Christmas Raffle is back this year and it's bigger than ever as a result of some generous donations from Bunnings Warehouse Coburg!

Here's the deal - tickets are $2 each or 3 for $5.

1st prize - Jumbuck Small Spit Roaster, with heat beads and firelighters thrown in. Great for those summer BBQ's, or starting your own mini-kebab business!
Valued at $90, courtesy of Bunnings Warehouse Coburg.

2nd Prize - Solar LED Festive outdoor lighting selection, including a white reindeer and a set of 300 mutlicoloured string lights-perfect for the budding Clark Griswold's amongst us.
Values at $60, courtesy of Bunnings Warehouse Coburg.

3rd Prize - Christmas Survival Hamper, with some essentials every house needs to survive to holiday break.  Valued at $50.

Tickets will be sold at every Scout and Cub night between now and the end of year break-up.  We are happy to provide tickets to families if the want to sell them to family, friends and colleagues.

Raffle will be drawn at the Group end of year break up on Sunday 11 December 2016. We will contact winners by phone straight after the draw (or in person if you are at the break-up).

 Good luck!

The sprint to the end of 2016

Hi all.

The Parent's Committee met on 27 October and have set aside some key dates in the lead up to the end of term and 2016:

Christmas Tree Sales - Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th December 2016 at Bunnings Coburg
Each year we sell freshly harvested Christmas trees to raise funds for the Group.
This is done in conjunctions with a number of other Groups in our district (including 1st Oak Park).
We are looking for helpers during these days to help sell the trees, and assist with deliveries.
For those who help out, it's a chance to get first pick to buy a great Christmas tree!
Contact Connie on 0408 320 028 if you can help or sign up on the roster at the hall from next week

End of Year BBQ and Working Bee - Sunday 11 December 2016 at the scout hall
We have some urgent work needed on the hall so have decided to use the late morning and early afternoon (11am - 3pm) for a working bee.  Jobs we hope to get done include:

• Handywork and repairs
• Kitchen improvements
• Painting
• Cleaning and organising
• Preparation for the end of year party (food prep, setting up etc)

If you have any special skills or trades, let us know by email, as we would value any skilled help to make the hall better for our kids!

AND THEN............
From 3pm we down tools for all Scouts, Cubs and their families for our annual FREE End of Year BBQ.
This is a chance to celebrate the year that was, and for us all to have some fun, food and festivities to mark the upcoming holidays. Here's whats planned:

• BBQ dinner and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided (parents can BYO alcohol)
• All Cubs and Scouts will get a gift from the Group (some useful camping stuff I hear)
• Families are encouraged to bring a salad or dessert plate (please no peanuts)
• Kids (including non-uniformed siblings) can join in Kris Kringle (BYO a gift up to $10 wrapped)

Please RSVP by 4th December 2016 by email: 1stcoburgscoutsgroup@gmail.com and include:

• your availability for the working bee
• How many adults and kids will be coming to the BBQ
• Any dietary requirements or food allergies.

2017 Parent's Committee Meetings

Finally Committee has set the following dates for Committee meetings to be held at the scout hall from 7:15pm :

• Thursday 2 February 2017
• Thursday 20 April 2017
• Thursday 20 July 2017

We would love as may parents to be part of these meetings. All parents are entitled to attend and participate in the decision making of our Group.

Thanks again to everyone who has helped make 2016 one of the most successful years in recent history!

Regards

Paul Ferrari

Group President

1st Coburg Scout Group

Meeting Notice - 1st Coburg Scout Parents Committee

Hi all.

The 1st Coburg Scout Parents Committee invites all parents and interested community members to the first Parents Committee meeting for 2016-2017.

The meeting will be held on Thursday 27 October 2016 from 7:10pm at the Scout Hall (straight after cubs drop-off).

Items on the agenda include:

- Review and adopt July-Sept 2016 financial statements
- Agreeing to Parents Committee meeting calendar for remainder of 2016-2017
- Planning and setting of annual Group end of year break-up BBQ
- Setting of working bee dates for end of 2016 and early 2017
- Consider equipment purchases proposed by Leaders for Cubs
- Other General Business

The Parents Committee would love to see as many parents join us in running the Group.  All contributions and thoughts are welcome and encouraged.

Light refreshments and coffee/tea will be served.

Regards

Paul Ferrari
Group President
1st Coburg Scout Group

Hi all.

A few updates before the end of term break-ups happening this week.

School Holidays
As we wind down for the end of term 3, Cubs and Scouts will be taking a well deserved break over the holidays. So no Cubs and Scouts during the school holidays.

• Cubs will be back on Thursday night 6 October 2016.
• Leader Rachel McMahon will email the Scouts return date.  

Bunnings BBQ - Saturday 8 October
We have the last BBQ fundraiser for 2016 on Saturday 8 October 2016 (8am - 4pm) at Bunnings Coburg on Gaffney Street.

As a spring Saturday BBQ, this is a huge chance to raise some more funds for the Group.  It will be busy but a lot of fun, so we need parents to step up and volunteer.

Please email me at paulie.ferrari@bigpond.com with your name, mobile and time you are available, including a second preference time. We are looking for 2 hours from each family to make this a success.

Please don't underestimate how important these fundraising events are.  Last week the Group purchased 4 new tents using the proceeds from the August BBQ fundraiser. Every dollar goes into equipment, facilities and materials for our kids. 

District Cub Camp
Last but not least, good luck to all the cubs heading to District Camp this weekend. Also a huge thanks to all the parents and helpers heading along for the trip.  Have a great time!

Regards

Paul Ferrari
Group President

We've got a Local Matters Jar at Grill'd Northland this month - spread the word!

A tasty way to raise some $$$ for 1st Coburg Scouts

Some great news from our former treasurer Melinda Christophersen.  For the Month of September, 1st Coburg Scouts has a jar for Local Matters.  There are three community groups and we share from the $500 Grill'd donates to these groups, with the most successful getting $300 and the other two group $100 each.

How do we get the $300?  

Every person who visits Grill'd and buys a meal gets a bottle top toke to put into one of three jars (one for each community group).  The group with the highest number of tokens get the $300.

So if you're at Northland and like a burger or ten, make sure you pop into Grill'd and make your token count!

If you or your family/friends have any other fundraising ideas for the Group, contact me with your idea so we can check it out.

Finally a huge thanks to Melinda for keeping on top of this, even after leaving the committee more than 12 months ago. THANKS!

Paul Ferrari
1st Coburg Scouts

REMINDER - upcoming events at 1st Coburg Scouts

Hi all.

A reminder to all about the following key dates coming up this week and the District Cub Camp in September.

ARAP (our Group AGM) - Tuesday 16 August 2016 from 7pm

This is a key date of our Group to celebrate the year past and plan for the year ahead.  We need a representative from each family at the meeting to make sure it's a success. Representatives from District will be in attendance.

The meeting will be held at the 1^st Coburg Scouts Hall, Carr Street Coburg North.  Refreshments will be served.

SCOUTS RAFFLE TICKETS - DUE 18 AUGUST 2016

Please make sure you return your sold ticket stubs and money, along with any unsold tickets by this date so we can return them to Scouts Victoria and bank our fundraising proceeds. Make sure your kids have them for this weeks Scout and Cub gatherings.

DISTRICT CUBS CAMP - 16-18 September 2016

Remember to lock in these dates for your cub.  Parents are most welcome to join and lend a hand.
It will be at Pax Hill Ballarat, check out the site for details Pax Hill Scout Camp
Costs are $90 per cub and $45 per adult helper/uniformed leader.

Information packs went home with cubs this week, so please contact the cub leaders if you don’t have a pack or want more information.

BOOKINGS AND PAYMENTS ARE DUE BY 6 SEPTEMBER and can be made via trybooking.com via this link : https://www.trybooking.com/Booking/BookingEventSummary.aspx?eid=221347

Regards

Paul

Paul Ferrari
Group President

1st Coburg Scout Group
20 Carr St
Coburg North VIC 3058
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Bunnings - ARAP - Raffle Tickets

Hi all.

As per my last blog, we have a bumper month ahead, so here goes!

BUNNINGS BBQ - Sunday 7 August 2016 (Bunnings Coburg) 8am-4pm

We still have some afternoon shifts to fill, so if you can lend a hand, email me at 1stcoburgscouts@gmail.com tomorrow or Saturday - we need your help!

ARAP (our Group AGM) - Tuesday 16 August 2016 from 7pm

This is a key date of our Group to celebrate the year past and plan for the year ahead.  We need a representative from each family at the meeting to make sure it's a success.

SCOUTS RAFFLE TICKETS - DUE 18 AUGUST 2016

Please make sure you return your sold ticket stubs and money, along with any unsold tickets by this date so we can return them to Scouts Victoria and bank our fundraising proceeds

DISTRICT CUBS CAMP - 16-18 September 2016

Remember to lock in these dates for your cub.  Parents are most welcome to join and lend a hand.
It will be at Pax Hill Ballarat, check out the site for details Pax Hill Scout Camp
Costs are $90 per cub and $45 per adult helper/uniformed leader.
Payment details and registration information will be advised soon.

Regards

Paul Ferrari
Group President
1st Coburg Scouts

August is Bunnings BBQ and ARAP - read on!

Hi all.

A huge month ahead for 1st Coburg Scouts, so a few dates to lock into your diary!

BUNNINGS BBQ FUNDRAISER SUNDAY 7 AUGUST 8AM-4PM

The second of three fundraisers this year we managed to snaffle for the Group at the Bunnings Warehouse-Coburg.

We already have a number of families helping out, however we still have plenty of places during lunch peak period and afternoon.

It is a fun day and a great chance for our Group to promote itself to the community.  Older Cubs, Scouts and Venturers in uniform are welcome to join their parents to help with cash and drinks, or talk to interested kids and families about our Group.

If you have an hour or two to spare - contact 1stcoburgscoutsgroup@gmail.com with your name, mobile number and when you can help out.

ARAP (Annual Report and Presentation) TUESDAY 16 AUGUST FROM 7PM

This is our equivalent of the Group's AGM.  All parents are welcome and we strongly encourage at least one parent from each family to join us at this important annual event where the Group's management reports back to parent's on the last financial year, and elections are held for the Parent Committee.  Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be served on the night. Election details as follows:

NOTICE
Nominations are now open for the following Parent Committee roles:

• President
• Secretary 
• Treasurer 
• Fund-raising co-ordinator
• Quartermaster

Nominations are to be sent to the Group Leader, Connie Tuddenham via email before the meeting to candttuddenham@bigpond.com

Nominations received for the above roles will be voted on at the ARAP Meeting on 16th August, with successful candidates taking up their positions immediately after the ARAP meeting.

If you have any questions about these roles, or wish to nominate for one of them, in the first instance give me a call as I would be more than happy to talk through the roles and what they entail. My number is 0403 812 215.

It's back to Cubs and Scouts at 1st Coburg

Welcome back everyone from holidays! UPDATE

A reminder that 1st Coburg kicks off from this week after the school holiday break:

• Cubs 7pm Thursday 14 July
• Scouts 7pm Wednesday 20 July

Bunnings BBQ Sunday 7 August 

A reminder to save the date for Sunday 7 August to help with the Group's  Bunnings BBQ. A roster will be at the hall from this Wednesday to sign-up for shifts.

We can't wait to see you all back at the hall this week.

Cheers

Paul Ferrari

Group President

2016-2017 Registration and Fees now payable

14^th May 2016

Connie Tuddenham - Group Leader

1^st Coburg Scout Group 

20B Carr Street

Coburg, Vic, 3058

Email: 1stcoburgscoutsgroup@gmail.com

Web: http://coburgscouts.blogspot.com.au/

Annual Registration & Fees 2016-2017

Dear 1^st Coburg families, 

The Parent’s Committee resolved the following fees to cover Scout Victoria Registration and Group Fees to cover the ongoing costs for the running of the Group, including hall and equipment upkeep.

Committee have strived to keep the increase as low as possible, and reassure families that these fees are some of the lowest charged in the District.  Charges are as follows:

AMOUNT:  

1       Child:                  $328.00

2       Children             $616.00 ($40 discount for 2^nd child)

3       Children             $904.00 ($80 discount for 2^nd & 3^rd child)

Payment is due by Friday 24^th June 2016

Payments can be made via the following channels:

·         Internet Banking transfer to our account (preferred)

Commonwealth Bank   

BSB: 063 122 Account: 10064582 

Account Name: 1st Coburg Scout Group  

(Please use your family name as reference)

·      Direct Deposit cash directly at any Commonwealth Bank branch into our account (take this letter with you to enable the bank to process your deposit). Please email stamped receipt if using direct deposit to 1stcoburgscoutsgroup@gmail.com to allow us to verify your payment.

Please keep your internet banking or bank receipt as a record of your payment

If payment is not received in time, your child will lose their registration and be required to re-register with Scouts Victoria.  This re-registration process incurs an additional fee.

If you are unable to pay your fees on time, please contact Connie as soon as possible to discuss payment options to help keep your child/ren registered.

Yours in Scouting  

Connie Tuddenham

Group Leader

1^st Coburg Scouts Group

Bike Hike on 17 April and Term 2 start for Cubs and Scouts

Hi all.

A quick update for the start of Term 2 at 1^st Coburg Scouts.

Bike Hike 17 April 2016

Please see attached flyer and RSVP at this week’s Cub and Scout meetings.

Term 2 starts at the Hall

A reminder that this week we restart Scouts and Cubs on Wednesday (13/4) and Thursday (14/4)nights respectively from 7pm.

Security Update

In light of the break-ins and theft we have recently experienced, the Parent’s Committee resolved to install a back to base alarm in the hall to further secure our hall. If you are a custodian of a key and do not have an alarm code, please contact me urgently so we can arrange a code for you.

Regards

Paul Ferrari

Group President

Bunnings BBQ 12 March 2016 - the results are in

Hi all.

We had a great day at Bunnings Coburg today, selling over $1900 in sausages and drinks, with net profit just over $1200.  his will help the Group with much needed funds to continue our camping and Group equipment upgrades, and some targeted spending on security to reduce the likelihood of another break and enter.

It was really great to see many new family members joining in to help make today a success.

We have two more BBQ fundraisers in 2016 (August and October), so keep an eye out for rosters and more information closer to these dates.

Thanks again to everyone who helped out to make today a success.

Paul

Break and enter at Hall

Hi all.

I am saddened to say that earlier this week some people took it upon themselves to break into the Hall by jimmying the front door lock and took the wooden combustion heater we installed last year, and it now appears they took our cash tin (empty-ironically).

We have reported this to the Police and are in the process of lodging an insurance claim.  We have also repaired and upgraded the security around the lock on the door to prevent this happening again (at least through this access point). We have also decided that the sensor lighting outside the Hall will be left on around the clock to make it less appealing for would be thieves, so we expect a bit more money to be spent on power.

Moving forward Andrew Murray (Quartermaster) and the committee will be investigating other security options to further harden our Hall.

I am bitterly disappointed at the fact someone in our community may have taken it upon themselves to steal one of our prized fixed assets, especially from our Scout Group.

If you have any questions, ideas or concerns please contact either myself or Group Leader Connie.

Regards

Paul Ferrari
Group President
1st Coburg Scouts

Upcoming events at 1st Coburg Scouts in March

Hi all.

A couple of important dates coming up for our Group

Cubs will be on Wednesday night this week 2 March 2016
That's right - One of our Cubs Angus is going up to Scouts and we would like to invite all Cubs, Scouts and their families to join us on Wednesday night to celebrate this key event in Angus's Scout journey.  Start time is 7pm

Clean up Australia Day Sunday 6 March 2016
Assistant Scout Leader Rachel McMahon is looking for volunteers to join in the Clean Up Australia Day on Sunday to help clean up around the Scout Hall and surrounding parklands.  If you are interested in pitching in, contact Rachel via email for more details at: rachiemc43@gmail.com

Bunnings BBQ Saturday 12 March 2016
We need more people to help with the Bunnings BBQ 12 March 2016 – contact me via email (paulie.ferrari@bigpond.com) if you can offer an hour or two.  We especially need people between 11-3. The roster is down at the Hall or you can email me.  

Thanks everyone

Paul Ferrari
Group President
Ph: 0403 812 215

We're off and running!

Hi all.

A huge thanks to everyone for making 2016 at 1st Coburg Scouts start off with a bang! The year will get busier as the news below shows:

New starters at Cubs
Welcome to Callan, Logan and Kai who have joined to Cub pack for 2016 - Welcome to you and your families!
There are a couple more aspiring cubs in the wings who we hope to welcome soon making the Cubs pack bigger than ever.

Founders Day -  Sunday 28 February 2016 at Cole Reserve, Pascoe Vale
Every year our district celebrates the birthday of Lord Robert Baden-Powell's birthday (22 February 1857).  This year is no different. This is a free event for cubs, scouts and their families with a barbecue lunch provided.
Start time is 9:30am registration for a 10:00am start
Location: Cole Reserve, Cumberland Road Pascoe Vale

Parent's Committee - Wednesday 17 February from 7pm
We are holding our first Parent's Committee meeting at the 1st Coburg Scout Hall on Wednesday night.  All parents are invited to attend as we want as many parents involved in the decisions of the Committee.

We are still looking for parents to join the Committee in the Secretary and Fundraising Co-ordinator roles. The success of our group to date has been as a result of the great work from parents past and present.  We'd love more people to help shape our Group's future. We have some capital works planned for 2016 and we would value as many people to be involved in this plus the day-to-day management of the Group.  Talk to either myself or your leader if you have any questions.

Bunnings BBQ - Saturday 12 March 2016
The roster is filling up.  If you are swinging by the Scout hall for pick-up/drop-off this week, please put your name down for a few hours as this is a big opportunity to raise funds for our group, and for new parents a great way to meet parents and leaders.

Parent helpers - many hands make light work
If the idea of being on the Committee doesn't push your buttons, there is another way to contribute to the group through becoming a parent helper. Many of our parents have great skills and qualifications that can help enrich our children (sadly I have the boring banker/auditor skills....). It is a mandatory requirement to have a valid Working with Children's check done, however this is free if completed through Scouts.  Please contact the leaders or myself if you wish to sign up.

As always, please feel free to contact me if you have any questions

Regards

Paul Ferrari
Parent's Committee President
1st Coburg Scouts
paulie.ferrari@bigpond.com
0403 812 215

Happy New Year and welcome back to 1st Coburg Scouts and Cubs

Hello all.

Firstly a Happy New Year, On behalf of the Committee and Leadership of the 1st Coburg Scouts I hope you had an enjoyable break over the summer, and are ready for a bumper 2016!

Start of the Scouting Year

Cubs
Tom and Antonio will be kicking off Cubs on Thursday 4th February from 7pm at the Hall. The pack is getting bigger and we are expecting to welcome more kids and parents throughout the year.

Scouts
Liz and Rachel will be starting a week later as they are busy at Patrol Leadership courses next week. Scouts will kick off on Wednesday 10 February from 7pm at the Hall.

Upcoming Fundraiser at Bunnings 12th March 2016
Thought I would get on early!  We are seeking volunteers for the set up, running and pack up of a Bunnings BBQ at Lincoln Mills Coburg.  We kick off from 7:30am and pack up at 4:30pm.  Keep an eye out for the sign on sheet at the Hall from next week.  Alternatively you can email me at paulie.ferrari@bigpond.com to get an early spot.

Hall Cleaning Roster
I was a bit remiss late last year to have overlooked this important task.  From next week I will post a Cleaning Roster an will aim to ensure each family gets a maximum of two cleaning spots for the year. You are most welcome to swap with other parents and the job can be done on the night your kids are at Cubs or Scouts.

Keep up to date - sign up for the 1st Coburg Scouts Blog!
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I can't wait to see you all over the coming weeks, and as always please don't hesitate to contact me directly or talk to your leader if you have any questions or concerns.

Regards

Paul Ferrari
Parent's Committee President
1st Coburg Scouts
paulie.ferrari@bigpond.com
0403 812 215