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24.01.2022 COVID, August 18 Once I was a soldier, More than 50 years ago today. Now it’s gone, Vietnam. In a blink. ... Today the medals gather dust. No march, no lunch, no beers. No collective remembering, honouring. Covid. And yet, yes, there is a memory. Of mates long past. Of deeds truly heroic. Of those who returned to a ceremonial slow march. Those who returned to tears of gratitude. Relief. To honor, those who indeed do grow old Quietly today, with a lonely flag at half-mast. Covid. And yet, and yet The flag will rise again my friends As indeed shall we And mates long gone will stick around In history books and family lore Will tell the yarn about the year of Covid. Covid was just a blip, a hill In the history of our land A little wound, a scratch, no less. For after 50 years a veteran knows There’s just one way on freedom’s road, Honor the dead, we should but fight like hell for the living, we must. Bernard Clancy 2020
24.01.2022 Some thoughts from Popeye: 1. So let me get this straight, there’s no cure for a virus that can be killed by sanitizer and hand soap? 2. Is it too early to put up the Christmas tree yet? I have run out of things to do.... 3. When this virus thing is over, I still want some of you to stay away from me. 4. If these last months have taught us anything, it’s that stupidity travels faster than any virus on the planet. 5. Just wait a second so what you're telling me is that my chance of surviving all this is directly linked to the common sense of others? You’re kidding, right? 6. If you believe all this will end and we will get back to normal just because we reopen everything, raise your hand. Now slap yourself with it. 7. Another Saturday night in the house and I just realized the trash goes out more than me. 8. Whoever decided a liquor store is more essential than a hair salon is obviously a bald-headed alcoholic. 9. Remember when you were little and all your underwear had the days of the week on them. Those would be helpful right now. 10. The spread of Covid-19 is based on two factors: 1. How dense the population is and 2. How dense the population is. 11. Remember all those times when you wished the weekend would last forever? Well, wish granted. Happy now? 12. It may take a village to raise a child, but I swear it’s going to take a whole vineyard to home school one. 13. Did a big load of pajamas so I would have enough clean work clothes for this week. 14. Yes, this is plagiarised.
19.01.2022 The 21 Aussies going to England They'll play three T20s followed by three ODIs full tour details: cricketa.us/3apKtDw
15.01.2022 A spot in the final is up for grabs in the CDU Top End T20 live from Darwin. Brought to you by Charles Darwin University and NT Cricket.
15.01.2022 LET THE CRICKET BEGIN . . . . BECAUSE . . . . . . . . LOCAL FOOTY HAS BEEN CALLED OFF FOR 2020 Local Football and Netball competitions have been cancelled this year as the coronavirus pandemic continues to plague local and elite sporting codes across the globe.... AFL Barwon, which governs the GFL and BFL competitions and the GDFL have released a joint statement on Tuesday afternoon confirming the cancellation of senior and reserves football, as well as all senior netball grades, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Colac and District league also won’t go ahead A survey of clubs across the four leagues found 79 per cent were against a traditional home-and-away season going ahead or would be supportive of what decision was made by the AFL Barwon Commission. Having a unified approach across our entire region and all senior competitions has been beneficial, which I am thankful to Peter Hickey (Colac & District president) and Neville Whitley (GDFL presicdent) for, AFL Barwon Region General Manager Will McGregor said. Unfortunately, cancelling senior football and netball in 2020 is the only viable option to ensure the sustainability of 44 senior clubs. It’s the first time there will be no local football season in Geelong in 75 years.
14.01.2022 TRAINING IS SUSPENDED Please be advised that all Club training sessions are suspended until further notice. Further advice will be provided in due course.... Stay well everybody.
11.01.2022 Veterans Cricket Australia (VCA) Newsletter: June 9, 2020. Nationals Update. Hello again to all Veterans Cricketers and Supporters.... The Nationals: Your VCA Board had a Teleconference Meeting this morning, where amongst other things, we discussed the current standing of the Veterans Cricket National Championships. The Tasmanian Veterans Cricket 70’s Organising Committee have made the difficult decision to put to the National 70’s Age Committee to recommend to the VCA Board that this years scheduled 70’s Nationals at Launceston be postponed to November 2021. We will monitor the Border Closures and National and State Health Authorities guidelines over the next few weeks in an effort to get some Interstate Tournament on the mainland for the 70’s Age Group before the end of the year. The 50’s and 60’s National Age Group Committees are still keeping our options open on the running of their National Championships for as long as possible. The final decision will also be dependent upon the opening of State borders and Health Authorities. We have to be conscious of the lead time needed for organisation of Championships, but once again we are keen to have Tournaments of some sort played. The Organisers of the 60’s Championships, scheduled for the Sunshine Coast in September, are considering a switch to a date in November/December if required. We will also provide whatever assistance we can to Veterans Women Cricket in their attempts to have their Tournament played in November. As soon as decisions are made on all our Nationals, you will be notified. Thank you for your patience. International Tours: There has been no Official decision on the 60’s World Cup, but with the doubt over the opening of International borders, a postponement until November 2021 seems inevitable. New Zealand are keen for matches in the first few months of 2021 and we will continue to promote those opportunities across the 3 Men’s Age Groups. The 50’s World Cup has been rescheduled for South Africa in March 2022. Andrew Knight and the National 50’s Age Committee are currently working on other International opportunities over the next 12 months. On behalf of Veterans Cricket Australia, keep well, and we look forward to getting back on the field asap. David Head, President. VCA Email: [email protected] www.veteranscricketaustralia.com.au
10.01.2022 https://www.community.cricket.com.au/clubs/club-webinars
09.01.2022 VALE DEAN JONES AM Sadly. Australian great, batsman Dean Jones has died of a heart attack in Mumbai.
09.01.2022 Training from this Thursday 9.30 am, and thereafter, will be at Richmond Oval which is in Richmond Crescent, East Geelong. They have three nets which makes it easier for us to adhere to Cricket Victoria's guidelines for training to resume.
09.01.2022 Spinners! Improve your bowling with this Spin Bowling Masterclass! Top Tips from a Top Coach
06.01.2022 Two hours to go! WATCH as the ICC Hall of Fame Class of 2020 is revealed
05.01.2022 OVER 60 CRICKET WORLD CUP POSTPONED FOR 12 MONTHS.
04.01.2022 A rabbit walks into a pub and says to the barman, 'Can I have a pint of beer, and a Ham and Cheese Toastie?' The barman is amazed, but gives the rabbit a pint o...f beer and a ham and cheese toastie. The rabbit drinks the beer and eats the toastie. He then leaves. The following night the rabbit returns and again asks for a pint of beer, and a Ham and Cheese Toastie. The barman, now intrigued by the rabbit and the extra drinkers in the pub, (because word gets round), gives the rabbit the pint and the Toastie. The rabbit consumes them and leaves. The next night, the pub is packed. In walks the rabbit and says, 'A pint of beer and a Ham and Cheese Toastie, please barman.' The crowd is hushed as the barman gives the rabbit his pint and toastie, and then burst into applause as the rabbit wolfs them down. The next night there is standing room only in the pub. Coaches have been laid on for the crowds of patrons attending. The barman is making more money in one week than he did all last year In walks the rabbit and says, 'A pint of beer and a Ham and Cheese Toastie, please barman.' The barman says, 'I'm sorry rabbit, old mate, old mucker, but we are right out of them Ham and Cheese Toasties.' The rabbit looks aghast. The crowd has quietened to almost a whisper, when the barman clears his throat nervously and says, 'We do have a very nice Cheese and Onion Toastie. The rabbit looks him in the eye and says, 'Are you sure I will like it.' The crowd's bated breath is ear shatteringly silent. The barman, with a roguish smile says, 'Do you think that I would let down one of my best friends. I know you'll love it.' 'Ok,' says the rabbit, 'I'll have a pint of beer and a Cheese and Onion Toastie.' The pub erupts with glee as the rabbit quaffs the beer and guzzles the toastie. He then waves to the crowd and leaves.... NEVER TO RETURN!!!!!! One year later, in the now impoverished public house, the barman, (who has only served 4 drinks tonight, 3 of which were his), calls time. When he is cleaning down the now empty bar, he sees a small white form, floating above the bar. The barman says, 'Who are you? To which he is answered, 'I am the ghost of the rabbit that used to frequent your public house.' The barman says, 'I remember you. You made me famous. You would come in every night and have a pint of beer and a Ham and Cheese Toastie. Masses came to see you and this place was famous.' The rabbit says, 'Yes I know.' The barman said, 'I remember, on your last night we didn't have any Ham and Cheese Toasties. You had a Cheese and Onion one instead.' The rabbit said, 'Yes, you promised me that I would love it.' The barman said, 'You never came back, what happened?' 'I DIED', said the rabbit. 'NO!' said the barman. 'What from?' After a short pause, the rabbit said ... 'Mixin-me-toasties V
03.01.2022 ARE WE EXCITED?? Veterans Cricket is about to begin for 2020-2021! Sunday 15th November: Geelong White Over 60s at Home play Hamilton Over 60s.... Sunday 15th November: Geelong Blue Over 60s Away play Essendon Over 60s. Wednesday 18th November: Geelong White Over 68s at Home play Essendon/Hobsons Bay Over 68s. Over 60 year-olds are invited to think about joining us. Just send us a PM.
01.01.2022 How do you keep fit?
