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Wally Cook Although we have only known both Wa lly and Jea nn e a short while, we had built up quitet a repour over the past few years and was del ighted when Wally (as usual) was running late with his Club report for the SA V decided to bring it all the way over to us and del iver it personally. What was to be just a drop off turned out to be a marvellous night of Square dance History and told in a way that only Wa lly can tell it ( with many corrections by Jeanne). Even though in comparative terms we are new to Square Dancing , Wally has had an influence on us. As a collector of old folk group records (the vynal type) and in particular the "Weavers", was in a used record store and asked if they had any of these particu lar recordings , "Under that bench there's a box with some folk records and some strange records with music on one side only" was the reply from the gruff cigar smoking attendant Yes you guessed it , Square Dance Records , and one was a record i ng~

one Wally Cook. I then become the proud owner of my very first Square Dance record for the price of .50 cents. A bargain you may think, yes it was that day, but the records purchased that day must be related to the clothes hangers in ou r wardrobe as they have steadily multiplied ever since. I was hooked, and I blame Wally and that very first record . However, as, like many, was unable to get tickets to the retirement funct ion we wish to wish Wally & Jeanne all the best in their retirement and you are most welcome to visit again and continue with all those stories of days gone by.

Kevin & Barbara .

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WODONGA June 6 - 9, 1997 {f {f Convenor - Bay Deamer 1°3' 58 0' 366' RegjstraVon s Adrian 5 Brown

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-~ At the request of the Australian Callers Federation , the VSDA is <-~, "W privileged to be trialing a new form of Square Up known as a General 1J {f Square Up. Below this report are the new ACF definitions of Square Ups {'-j {f for possible use at future state and national functions. This is to be trialed q ft? on the Sunday night of the convention and we hope that everyone 0";) -~ participates with the enthusiasm Victorian dancers are known for! ~ {1 As I mentioned last month , a photographer will be in attendance at thl. {f convention on the Saturday night. Photos cost $8.00 normal and $9.00 {f ~ framed , and they will be developed and at the venue on the same night, ~ -lIJ so don't forget your money Saturday night if you want a photo ! -ItJ

{f Remember too that the VSDA Stall will be running across the weekend {f {f and a few new items have been added to it this year tor a bit more {f {f variety. So come along and see these items and consider purchasing {f o something to show your support for Square Dancing! 0

<W By now everyone should have received their Registration Package so {1 {f even though I need not remind you of the Fun & Friendship Dress Up on {f .i0 the Sunday night, the demonstration at Wodonga Plaza on the Saturday 0"" llJ morning or the Optional Casual Clothes wearing on Monday Morning , I 'W 'W' will anyway ... Until next weekend , have a pleasant and safe drive to 'W' {f Wodonga and the Committee look forward to seeing you on the Dance {f {f Floor. ~ ~ 0 Mirrabelle Giuliano Convention Publicity Officer © 0

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General Square-ups Please walk onto the floor & fill the nearest square. Please DO

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SCHEDULE 1: Nomination Form

We, the undersigned financial members of Victorian Square Dancing Association (herein after referred to as the VSDA) , do hereby nominate

..... ... .. .... ..... .. ....... .. ... .. .. .... ... ... ....... ...... who is a financial member of the

VSDA for the position of .. ... ..... ....... .... ...... .. .... .... for the period from the

28th Annual General Meeting until the 29th Annual General Meeting .

Nominators Name: (Please Print) . .... . . .. ... . ... .. . .. . .. . -... . ....... . . ..... . . . . . . ....... . . .

Membership number: .. .... ..... .. (Please Print) Signature: ...... ... ..... ..... ..... .. ..

Seconders name: (Please Print) ........ .... .. .. ..... .. . .. . . ...... .. . .... . .... . . . . ... . . . .. . . .

Membership number: ........ .... . (Please Print) Signature : .... ........ .. ..... ...... .. .

I, ..... .. .... ..... .... .. .. ..... .. ...... ........ .. ... (nominee) do hereby accept the above nomination , and declare that I qualify for the position .

Signature: ... ... .... .. .. .. .... .. .... .. .. ..... ... ... ... ..... . Membership Number: ... .. ... .

The nominee may attach a supporting statement to this nomination . Such resume MUST be typed , and not longer than 150 words. It may not contain any statements of a derogatory nature about cand idates, or other members.

Returning Officers Use ONLY: Date received: ___ _____ _

Nominee: ______ ,Nominator: ____ Seconder: ___ _

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Nominations close on Friday 5th July 1997 Please return this nomination form to: The Returning Officer

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29 TH VICTORli\N SQU~RR DANCE t i CONV£NTION 1998

Convenor: Ray Deamer 0398013661

Publicity Report

Secretary: Chris Goffin 039772 1836

Welcome to the first Publicity Report for the 20th VSDA State Convention , to be held in the provincial city of Ballarat over the Easter weekend in 1998. The committee~ this event have already got together and a few fresh ideas are being put together, the least of which is a 10% discount pass to Sovereign Hill , Victoria's major tourist attractions, which dancers can acquire when registering for the convention .

For your information the committee for this event are -CONVENOR - Ray Deamer ASSISTANT CONVENORNENUE MANAGER - Alan Brown REGISTRATION & ACCOMMODATION OFFICER - Adrian S. Brown ASSISTANT VENUE MANAGER/CATERING OFFICER - Kevin Thomas PROGRAM MANAGER - Janet Cook ASSISTANT PROGRAM MANAGER - Sharon Lacey DECORATIONS MANAGER - Tammy Dove SECRETARY I MARSHALLING OFFICER - Chris Goffin PUBLICITY & CRECHE CO-ORDINATOR - Mirrabelle Giuliano

But how do I reg ister? you may now be asking. The forms are presently at the printers and will first be released on the final night of the 28th VSDA State Convention . There you will be able to meet the committee for this convention and collect a form for registering for the event. at course, for those of you unable to attend Wodonga , forms will be released in a future editions of the SAVor through your club Caller / Cuero ..----..

The VSDA, through this convention, is very pleased to be participating in the City vI

Ballarat's reunion year, titled "Back to Ballarat". The logo heading this page and all stationary linked with the convention is the officia l "Back to Ballarat" logo.

So if you haven't been to a convention in a while, or you just went last year, make Ballarat the place to meet old and new friends , and dance with us for what is sure to be a fantastic weekend.

Mirrabelle Giuliano Convention Publicity Officer

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FROM AROUND THE CLUBS A CTIV-ATES Frankston Caller: Brian Bris/ane 97867360

A Things going along smoothly. Recently celebrated Cedric's birthday, and ~ Bob & Barry's 60th Birthdays. .

Still learning Plus from 7.00 to 8.00 and dancers are really doing well. Club enjoyed a Barbecue with Kevin & Thelma Richardson at their place

in Rye. Most of the Club attended Wally Cooks retirement dance and had a great night Congratulations to Wally and Jeanne on their achievement in Square Dancing and thankyou to Wally for the pleasure you have bought to so many dancers over tI~~ years. Paula going well with her Calling and now does a regu lar spot.

ALL RHYTHM ROUNDS Box Hill Cuer : Ray Deamer 9801 3661

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Rt~ V Recent teach sessions have presented a challenge with some unusual i ~.,'''-<' moves In both the Rhumba and Jive rhythms. "Dancing at Washington ~ .I?~ Square" and "Verida Tropical " have some moves not very often

"'-... encounter, but we seem to be coping very wel l. We are looking forward to the Foxtrot "Send Her Roses" in the coming

weeks. Wally and Jeanne Cook's retirement night on May 10th was a wonderful event as I am sure all those who attended would agree. Congratulations to those concerned with the organisation , and best wishes to Wally and Jeanne for a long and happy retirement The next big event is the 28th State Convention in Wodonga, 6th to 9th June, see you there. Until next t ime, Happy dancing . ARDEE

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C-CITY SQUARES Croydon Caller: Tony Bowring

Cuer: Christine Bowring 97264018

Our shopping trip is over and can us Girls SHOP, SHOP and SHOP. Thankyou to our friends from Burra Squares for joining us and also to Judy Davis for organising such a Fun day. Ma~ee and John have been visiting family in Rome - Italy, but will return just in time to join us in

Wodonga. Birthday wishes to Ron , Tom, lain and Tim . Extra special wishes to Bev who celebrated her 501h Birthday, well done. Don't forget our CLUB BIRTHDAY on July 121h, See our advertisement in this SAV. That's all till next month , CC.

CROSSROAD SQUARES Werribee Caller: Howard Cockburn 9741 4501

Trainee: Steve Miles

A bus load of people went down to Waverley for Wally Cooks Retirement Dance and had a fantastic night. All the best to Wally and Jeanne for your retirement. On the way home Howard stopped the bus at Macdonald's in South Melbourne to go in and ask for 20, 30c Cones, one for everyone on the bus.

Visitors for May include Tess & Reg from Newcastle, Ron & Doreen from U.K, Robert & Joy, Keith & Kathy, Una & Campbell , thanks for coming along to visit. Don't forget our Birthday is coming up on July 9th See you at the Convention in Wodonga. Until Next Time ..

CHIL TERN CURLIQUES Chiltern Contact: Jill Farquhar 0357213226

CHILTERN Hello to everyonel! The months are passing by so quickly. A "Big Than l~

CURUQUES You" to Anne & Eric for their hospitality and help. A lovely day of dancins r.L. Wand a wonderful Bar-B-que tea to top off the day. "1:.J ~~ Enjoyed by everyone I'm sure. I would like to wish everyone all the best

for the coming Convention, I hope this part of the country is enjoyable for all. Glenda is safe and sound in her new home in Townsville.

"Hope to sun shines on the Convention Weekend . Touch A Quarter

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DOREEN SLIDERS Keon Park Caller: Lee W Mackey

Trainee : Paul Wilson 94784559

Well , Dimboola was a great fu n weekend , thanks to the hospitality of Greg & Menna. Sues Trivia night went off well , we are not as smart as we

-...:.:.;;.."----' thought. Our Country & Western Night was good but we had a few horses miss ing in the paddock. Our interstate traveller's have returned, welcome back. Thanks to Lorra ine for organising our boat trip to W illiamstown. We all had a great time even though we thought we wou ld have to push it there and back to. Alan made a great waiter at the pub for lunch, Congratulations to Sue & Ian on their 20111

Wedding Anniversary. Not long to Wodonga now, we are looking forward to the weekend. Wally Cook's night was great dancing. Our bad taste night is next. Than k~

to all our visitors for their company. Get to the car "alone". Chevy

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FOREST ROUNDS Forest Hills Cuer: Janet Cook 97566370

fJ~REC' . '" fJNh~ We have now had a good look at the new showcases particularly the " v v> start of My Everything . All agreed this is a very nice dance when done with the correct hand holds. Besides this, we have included some old dances in the program, and added several new ones. Some needed a bit of work, others have been "cue and do" dances. Based on the dancer reaction , some will become regulars on the program, and the trial of new dances will continue. Notable popular new dances are "A Quarter at a Time" and " My Maria" - a somewhat different Cha . Remember there is no club in June, but we hope to see everyone at the VCA Round Dance Afternoon on June 29th Nice to have Pat & Brian join us, Greg & Wendy ha~ come back to Round Dancing after a few years break, to fit that they had not forgot that much ,

GEORGE VOWELL SQUARE DANCERS Mt Eliza Callers: Margaret Snyder & Roy Butterworth 98029068

-~" .: Greetings Folks On May 2nd we travelled to the Baptist Day Centre in Oakleigh. Numbers were low but the standard of dancing very good. Great day was had by

:::"==~~ all, including some people at the centre who joined in the dancing . Then on to Glen Waverley for lunch and more dancing. Margaret and Virgil provided us with a lovely lunch, Virgil introduced us to pumpkin pie, very nice. Had a wonderful 12th Birthday, lots of people, Ron vis iting us again from England and his daughter from Melbourne. Also Des's Grand daughter Lisa . Mary also celebrated her 86th Birthday, she really is a great lady. It was a big day all round. Missed the birthdays last month so belated wishes to Vernon and best wishes for June to Peter,.

HOWLONG HOEDOWNERS Howlong Caller: Ian Mitchem

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" • Firstly welcome to our beginners. After 5 weeks they are doing great We have also been doing a bit of Plus of late and having a great time. Birthdays , Mitch , Norm, Lex & Sandy. Sandy & Mum (Jean) both have

been on the sick list Lets hope they are both better soon . Also Pat one of our beginners is not well. We will not be dancing on the 31 st of th is month as we are going to Bendigo for the opening of "Phil 's Club". That's it for now folks . Till next time. Stay Square. The Roving Reporter.

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KOROBRA SQUARES Hampton Caller: Michael Hall 95987198

~: ':~' Hope all you mums out there had a great mothers day. Frank is now out of . hospital and doing well. Beginners have another three months to complete

before they are full Mainstream and are looking spectacular in their new square dance outfits. Happy birthday to Rae. We are al l very pleased to

hear that Maurie's mother is feeling better, Congratulations Joanne on your new job. All looking forward to the State Convention and our clubs Big 10th Birthday . All the very best to Wally and Jeanne on their retirement

LAKESIDERS Thornbury Caller: Bill Pendelbury

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Our footy and pie night provided lots of colour in the teams colours worn by our dancers and more than sufficient pies to slow us down. We virtually had a re-run of beauty and the beast when Sharon Lacey and Frank Kennedy both visited us on the same night last month . What a tuneful combination ! A few of our members were fortunate enough to obta in tickets to Wally And Jeanne Cook's retirement function . Wally is another of Victoria's Square Dancing legends. He will be missed as a club Caller. The monthly Saturday night Northside Dance continues to provide dancers in the Northern suburbs with an excellent nights entertainment. Forthcoming events include this months loop the loop (soup supper) night and our 20th birthday (roaring 20's theme) will be celebrated in August. See you all at the Convention ... Hoppalong

LITTLE DESERT SQUARES Dimboola Coordinator Greg Bamford 0353891276

Been a qu iet dance wise except for a visit from Doreen Sliders witt. Lee Mackey in charge, We danced Anzac Night and the Saturday night as well. With 3 budding Callers helping Lee out, we rally had a

lrm.E DESERT good time. SQUARE DANCERS Lovely for us II Little Desert Dancers" to dance full sets for a change.

We hope the Sl iders enjoyed it as much as us and hope to see them again soon . Greg & Menna had a weekend away so we didn't dance. Our Birthday is approaching fast, at the end of July. See our Advert. Greg has a few surprises in store as well as our popular trad ing table again. Come and join us for a great weekend . Menna's Birthday 24th So love and best wishes to her for a happy day.

Banksia

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PADDLE-STEAMERS Echuca Caller: Bob Kriss 035482 1801

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PAT- A- ROUNDS EAST Pinewood Cuer: Pat Saunder 970611 94

Ron, Lou, Arth ur, Norm and myself enjoyed a wonderful even ing fo r Wally and Jeanne and we wish them well in their reti rement. We welcomed Roma & Max from Bendigo who stayed on after Wally's and joined us on the Wed nesday night dance. Bon Voyaged Don & Gwen on 7th May and then were surprised when they popped in to say "Happy Birthday· to Sue on 14th May and then they left Australia on

15th May. Congratu lations to Ron & Lou on their 51 st W edding Anniversa ry. Mondays revi sing dances ready for Convention . Congratulations also to JS's for there 13th Birthday. A wonderful afternoon with Mike & Jan ice. Check Dates to Remember for the nights that Club is closed. Pat.

PAT- A- ROUNDS NORTH Essendon Cuer: Pat Saunder

Trainee: Matt Philip 's 97061194 ® Lyoo and Ralph Joined ", foe a lovely night at W ally Cook' Relicement

PA T Dance. -A - Welcome back to Roy and Joan, Joan has had a bad toe. Mary is

H~C:> coping very well with th e higher level dances at night, welcom e Mary, we need more ladies on Sundays. ~

Check Dates to Remember fo r th e nights that Club is closed. Pat.

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RED HOT PLUS Kilsyth Caller : Tony Bowring

Trainee Cuer: Fiona Callaghan 97264018

Greetings from Red Hot Plus. This month we were pleased to see John & Dorothy Millard at the club. We had Ken & Pam from Queensland vi sit us during their stay in Melbourne. The Ladies of Red Hot & C City had a most enjoyable shopping trip .

Good fun and lots of bargains bought. Some of our club members attended Wally and Jeanne Cooks retirement dance and had a great time. Dancers are now looking forward to the State Convention at Wodonga and have a Dress set organised for the Dress Set Parade.

See You There. LUCIFER

RIVER GUM SQUARES Echuca Caller : Simon Murray 0354824311

Winter is almost on us and the chilly nights have made us appreciate the heaters in the hall. Visitors this month have been Bert, Glenys, Julie, Helen, Ted and Kim. Welcome to Cheryl and Phili p who travel from Bendigo to dance with us regularly.

~:::::~:!E~ Helen is recovering from her operation and is looking forward to getting ECHUCA

1.-______ back to dancing soon. Lloyd and Dulcie are back from Queensland , good to see. Plans for our River Gum Rage in July are well in hand and al l are looking forward to a great weekend. (See our advert in this issue) Hope to catch up with many of you at the Convention.

Till Next Time. Gum Nut.

SAPPHIRE SQUARES Merimbula NSW Caller: George Pitt 064952143

We are all pretty excited up here in the far south coast of New South Wales. A bid wa~ ~ put in by Moruya South Coast Squares to hold the 1998 NSW State Convention at Bega and it has been accepted , so folks , "Eager To See You In Bega" is our motto for the first weekend in October 1998. Hopefully we will get a big influx of beginners from it. Pleased to we lcome Judy & Bill Marshall from Ettalong Rippers & B-Bar-H (Central Coast) recently. Not much other news this month . Club will be closed for two Wednesdays, 18th and 25th June, as half of us will be up on the Gold Coast for "East Meets West" Weekend and George and Pam wil l be taking a couple of weeks well earned holiday in that area.

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SPEEWA COUNTRY SQUARE DANCE CLUB Inc Speewa (Via Swan Hill) Caller: Des Devereux 050376307

Missed again last month "Good Day" Our 23fd Annua l Easter Hoe-down was a total success, Many thanks to Peter Humphri es and all the guest Callers. With our club members and visit ing dancers we totalled 143, thanks go to all the dancers. The weather was excellent for the who le weekend , also I make mention and welcomed the President of the VSDA

Charl ie Fry and his good lady Ria. It was good to see qu ite a few new faces attending making the annual Easter hoe-down such a success. Speewa is looking forward to next year. Our 29th Birthday is on again in July (12th) again with Peter Humphries as our Ca ller. Hope to see some of you then . Until next time. Desperado.

SUNNYSIDE Moorabbin Hostess: Ella Whyte 95551496

Plenty of activity this month, with the Calling of Ron Mennie and Janet Cook, we all enjoyed having them Call for us. Celebrating birthdays were Ray & Pam and Bev & Alan. Our deepest Sympathy to Doris Myler on the death of husband Frank. He will be sadly missed by us all. Thank you to Tom &

Christine for looking after the tea and coffee on Saturday nights.

SUNNYSIDE ROUNDS Moorabbin Hostess: Ella Whyte 9555 1496

The National experimental Rounds have been very popular this year catering for an easier level has been a boost to there popularity. The Ladies are excelling themselves with the lovely buffet tea on Sunday nights, it is a nice time to get to chat.

The State Convention and the Combined Sunday Round dance in June will keep us all busy.

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TWIN CITY TWIRLERS Albury - Wodonga Caller: Eric Larrad 060255422

It's been a busy month for us. First we had a bike ride from Poopunkal to Bright, what a magnificent sight, all the trees golden yellow and reds of varying shades, we picnic'd in the park at Bright then it was back to Poopunkal. We've had two demo's this month, the first at Lavington Square, very well received , but by far the demo at the VP Nursing home gave us all the

greatest pleasure. The folk there tapped their feet and sang along and they served us afternoon tea. Young Gemma was a hit when she handed out the round little Pressies, We would all love to go back there . See you all at the Convention in June.

WALL V'S VALETTA Carnegie Caller : Wally Cook 9827 5518

WALLY & JEANNE'S RETIREMENT EVENING DANCE. This was an outstanding success with the receipt of many cards and telephone calls expressing congratulations and delight at such a spectacular night.

With an attendance of just under 400, 20 Victorian Callers, 3 Cuer's and 3 visiting interstate Callers (Jeff Seidel, SA, Les Tulloch, SA, and Brian Hotchkies, Newcastle). The dancing was non-stop all night. Speeches were made by Jeff Seidel (ACF). Howard Cockburn (VCA), Charlie Fry (VSDA) and Frank Kennedy (On Wally's History). Thanks were extended to Phyl Moulding for her excellent contribution in the handling of bookings and ticket distribution , Freda Marshall for the table decorations, Judy Pitt for hall signs and Notices, Peter Humphries for providing excellent sound, the many helpers during the day and night, Frank Kennedy, Keith, Frank & June Callaghan, Iris, Scottie, Sandy, Helen and the many friends who helped clean up the hall. Ted Gault has now taken over the Calling and control of the club.

WALL V'S WATERING HOLE Carnegie Caller : Ted Gault 98026136 After 46 years of Call ing, Wally has certa inly given pleasure to a lot of Square Dancers and we congratulate him on his achievement. Not only his durability shone over that period of years , giving a lot too Square Dancing , Presenting a great amount of enterta inment, including many records and tapes . We hope he Calls at the "Watering Hole" form time to time because I'm sure go ing to miss his Hoedowns and of cou rse his "Chair". I'm sure no one will take his cha ir, Because it wasn 't his chair after all. It was a great farewell on the 10th May.96 at Wally 's end of club Call ing celebration , there were a lot of sen ior dancers to make it a fabulous night for all in attendance and his Caller compatriots put on a wonderful performance.

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VICTORIAN SQUARE DANCING ASSOCIATION INC

Notice is given that the above Association did, on the 29th March 1997 receive the right to call and run an elect ion to elect a committee under it auspices the 41 st Austral ian National Square Dance Convention in Victoria in the year 2000.

The election will be held on the 17th August 1997 during the Annual General Meeting of the Association at the Holy Family Parish Hall, 236 Stephensons Road Mount Waverley.

The meeting and election is open to all square dancers to attend.

There will be 10 positions open for election. A summary of the main responsibilities and requirements / qualifications are listed.

REMEMBER - The job involves being a part of square dancing for the next four years.

Nominations on the official form to be in the hands of the Secretary V.S.D.A. by the last post 10 July 1997.

A list of nominations will be printed in the August edition of the Squares Around Victoria.

Alan Brown Chairperson Steering Committee

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3. TREASURER Position Description

The Treasurer is responsible to maintain accurate financial records. pay any expenses, periodically advise the Committee on the financial standing of the Convention. The treasurer \"ill present a financial report at each Conyention Committee meeting. The Treasurer will work closely with registration Officer with respect to accommo­dation . The Treasurer is responsible for presenting an audited financial report on completion of the Convention.

Qualifications: I. Should have attended at least three State Conventions & one National

Convention within the last five years; 2. Should have served on at least two State or National Convention

Conunittees; 3. Shall have a good understanding of accounting principals; 4. Shall have proven ability to maintain accurate fll1ancial records and prepare

accurate fll1ancial reports; 5. Proven skills in using computer accounting packages or spreadsheets; 6. Shall have a good understanding of National Convention Guidelines or an .

ability to acquire such knowledge; 7. Should commit to attending the 1998 or 1999 and the 2000 National

Convention; 8. Ability to work in a tearn environment is essential.

4. PROGRAM MANAGER Position Description

The Program Manager is responsible for managing the process of preparing and issuing caller/Cuer registration forms and ensuring they are distributed to each State or on application. Will manage the Program Team in producing a balanced program and meet the Programming Guidelines for National Conventions. With the Program Team will be responsible for ensuring that the program is completed in sufficient time to enable distribution prior to the Convention (as p Convention Guidelines). Will be required to prO\'ide knowledge on what souna equipment will be necessary. Will be responsible for preparing sound specifications and request tenders for sound.

Qualifications: I. Shall have attended and been programmed at least three State

Conventions & three National Conventions - t\\·o outside horne state -within the last five years;

2. Shall meet the eligibility rules to Call at National Conventions: 3. Should have been Senior Programmer on at least two State Conventions; 4. Shall have demonstrated leadership qualities;

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7. Should ha\"e a good understanding of. ational Con\"ention Guidelines: 8. Should commit to attending the 1999 and 2000 National Conventions: 9. Ability to work in a team environment is essential.

7. VENUE MANAGER \ DEPUTY CONVENOR Position Description

The Venue Manager is responsible for all facets of the Convention which require a venue. This would include ensuring there are enough rooms to accommodate all required meetings. He/She is responsible for ensuring each meeting has the appropriate equipment to meet the needs of the meeting. He/she should liaise \\lith Program Team regarding any sound equipment requirements. The Venue Manager will liaise with Creche Facilitator regarding venue and equip- ____ ment requirements for the creche. The Venue Manger will also be responsible for thl organisation of the Official After Party.

Qualifications: I . Should have served on at least three State or National Convention Committees; 2. Should have attended at least three State Conventions & three National

Conventions - two outside home state within the last five years; 3. Should have demonstrated negotiations and communications skills; 4. Should have the ability to deputise for the Convenor when required; 5. Should have a good understanding of the requirements regarding National

Convention venues and related tasks; 6. Should have a good understanding of National Convention Guidelines; 7. Should conmlit to attending the upcoming National Conventions to include

the 2000 National Convention; 8. Ability to work in a team environment is essential.

8. PUBLICITY OFFICER Position Description

The Publicity Officer will be responsible for ensuring the National Convention is publicised and promoted through appropriate channels. They should negotiate with various businesses to attract sponsorship or donations. The Publicity Officer will be required to produce publicity articles for State 0<.

National magazines and write letters to various people both within and outside the square dance movement.

Qualifications: I. Should have attended at least three State Conventions & three National

Conventions - two outside home state - within the last five years; 2. Should have served on at least one State or National Convention Conunittee

or been actively involved in VSDA or VCA Executive Conunittee;

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3. Should have a good understanding of the requirements of publicising Con\"entions:

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Nominations for National Convention Year 2000

Position Nominated for: ___________ _

Name of person being nominated: ________________ _

Signature of person being nominated ________________ __

Proposed By: ________ Signature _________ __

In proposing this nomination I believe that the said person nominated meets the qualifications as outlined.

Seconded

By: ________ Signature _________ __

In seconding this nomination I believe that the said person nominated meets the qualifications as outlined.

Send your nomination, along with a brief resume outlin\ your skills and experience to reach the Secretary VSDA oy 10 July 1997. Secretary VSDA Inc P.O. Box 38 BRIAR HILL VIC 3088

2000 COllvention

29 TH VICT'ORIA~ SQ,UAR£ DA~CE

CONVENTION 1998

Convenor: Ray Deamer 0398013661

Secretary: Chris Goffin 039772 1836

The 29 th State Convention is to be held over the Easter weekend 1998.

This function is to become a part of the Official

"BACK TO BALLARAT" Celebrations which are part of the area's promotions

package for 1998. Ballarat, is within easy driving distance from Melbourne and also has an abundance of quality, low

cost accommodation. So for all those of you who believed that our

State Conventions have been held too far away, this is your opportunity to attend.

The sub-committee has been elected and planning is well underway

(Remember it is less than 9 months away.)

So reserve the dates 10,11,12 & 13th April 1998 in your diary for what promises to be another exciting event.

For more information contact (03) 9801 3661 or (03) 94695717.

DISCLAIMER The contents of letters and/or articles printed in the S.AV represent the opinions of the authors are not necessarily

the opinions of the V.S.D.A either collectively or individually . The VSDA is not responsible for any losses that may result from a incorrect , non pubtication or late advertisement or

item . Remember this is all prepared on a voluntary basis and is not portrayed as a professional publication . K Thomas C Fry

Editor President

KEON PARK - Doreen Sliders. Lee Mackey 94784559, Oakhill Community Hall , Cnr Acheron Ave & North Rd . 7.30 - 10.30pm (Me/ways .1 B.K7.) W , M/S. OPP

NOTTING HILL - Jaybee Square Wheelers . Mike Davey

ALBURY­WODONGA -

9700 1757. Notting Hill Hall 386 Ferntree Gu lly Rd West of Blackburn Rd (Me/ways 70HB) 8.00 pm. W . MIS + Soft Plus. TIC & Biscuits Supplied Ph. 9763 2994

WEDNESDAY

Twin City Twirlers, Eric Larrad, 060 25 5442 West Albury Hall , Cnr Mott & Howlong Rds West Albury. B to MIS.

CHADSTONE - Model A's, Brian Bris/ane, 97867360 St Marks Uniting Church , Burton Ave Chadstone, A1 7. 30, W, TIC .

ECHUCA - Paddlesteamer Squares, Bob Kriss 0354 82 1801 YMCA Hall, 542 High Street, Echuca 8.00 pm. W. B to MIS, S.R & LD. TIC .

ECHUCA - River Gum Squares. Simon Murray 0354824311 RSL Hall, Cnr High & Leichhardt St, Echuca. (Vic Roads Map 266 F.6) W. 8 pm, B & MS, TIC, OPP.

EL THAM - Burra Squares , Bryan Worsnop 9439 3604 Eltham Uniting Church Hall , John St and Main Rd. W. MIS. LSP

FERNTREE GULLY -

GEELONG -

GLEN ROY -

HAMPTON -

Blue Hill Squares George Lynn 97583839 Girl Guide Hall Underwood Road FTG 8.00-10.00 pm W. MIS OPP TIC.

The Geelong Club Dancers, Darren Tay/or 9741 1776. The Girl Guide Hall, Myer Street, Geelong. W. MIS. OPP. (Me/ways 22Ba E.5)

E-Z Moving Squares, Ken Lazarus & Sylvia Drew

9306 6872 & 9338 7787, Uniting Church Hall , Wheatsheaf Rd. W. B & MIS. OPP.

Korobra Squares, Michae/ Hal/, 9598 7198 Baptist Church Hall , Cnr. Thomas & Edinburgh Sts. W MIS. OPP.

MERIMBULA - Sapphire Squares, George Pitt. 064952143 7.30 pm. Un iting Church Hall , Merimbula . W MIS . Some P & R. TIC .

MOORABBIN - Sunnyside Wednesday Plus Ella Whyte . 95551496 Wickham Lodge, Wickham Rd . W P

PINEWOOD - Pat-A-Rounds. Pat Saunder. 97061194 Pinewood Community Centre, Toombah St. Mt Waverley (Me/ways 70.H5). S D Rounds. 8.00 pm. W SP.

WERRIBEE - Crossroad Squares. Howard Cockburn, 9741 4501 Senior Citizens Hall , Synott st. W MIS & P.

THURSDAY ASPENDALE- Daytime Squares, Lee McFadyean

9587 5970 Aspendale Senior Citizens Hall , 151A Station Street. Aspendale 2 pm W

BAYSWATER- Foothills Lines, Janet Cook. 9756 6370 Bayswater Bowling Club. Phyllis St, (Opp end Warrugah Ave) 8 pm - 10 pm. Intermediate W . L.D

FRANKSTON - Activ-ates, Brian Brisfane. 9786 7360 St Andrews Uniting Chu rch Hall , High St, W. MIS & Some P TIC . 7.30 pm

GREENSBOROUGH -Diamond Valley Squares-, Sharon Lacey,

KILSYTH -

9435 4238 Masonic Hall , Ester St, (behind Safe way's) (Some Fridays in lieu of Thursdays) W . MIS . DPP.

Red Hot Plus. Tony Bowring, 9726 4018 Kilsyth Citizens Club, Durham Road, Kilsyth, FN. P. LSP. TIC .

MARIBRYNONG -Essendon Square Dance Club. David Hooper, 9318 1394 Community Centre, Randall St, (Me/ways 28. A. 7.) W 1 &3 MS 2,4 P 5. MS (Some Plus) . DPP.

MOORABBIN - Wickham Lodge Rounds. Ella Whyte / Ray Deamer, 95551496 265 Wickham Rd. Moorabbin . W Phase 11-1V, DPP, 7.30 - 10. pm.

NEWHAVEN - Island 8's: Peter Humphries 9701 3354 Newhaven Community Hall. Cleeland Street, Newhaven, Phi llip Island. W . Mainstream. TIC .

SUNDAY

DIMBOOLA - Little Desert Square Dance Club. Greg Bamford, 0353891276. Records I Tapes. 48 Horsham Rd . W B & MIS . S.R. SP 7.30 pm. (Visitors please phone)

ESSEN DON - Pat-A-Round North Pat Saunder 9706 1194 Bradshaw Street Community Hall, Bradshaw Street, (Mel 28. B.3 ) 4-6.30 SO Rounds 7 -1 Opm Phase II to V. W S P

MOORABBIN - Sunnyside Rounds. Ella Whyte, 95551496. Wickham Lodge, Wickham Rd , FIN. Rounds 1 st & 3 rd .

FORTNIGHTLY CLUB DATES Club Jun '97 Jut '97 Aug '97

All Rhythm Rounds 14 28 12 26 9 23 Bendigo Squares 14 28 12 26 9 2330 C City Squares 14 28 12 26 9 Chiltern Curliques 21 Diamond Valley 13 19 26 3 11 17 *Essendon Mainstream *E.S.P Forest Rounds 5 19 2 16 *Kelly Country 14 28 Mountain Squares 14 28 12 26 9 23 *Paddlesteamers Red Hot Plus 12 26 10 24 7 21 Sovereign City 14 28 12 26 9

29 ~ ,...< Southern Cross 20 4 18 1 15 Speewa Country 6 20 4 18 1 15 *The Geelong Club *Wally's Watering Hole 5 19 2 16 30

NOTE Clubs with an * next to them means that there has been no change

advised since the previous issue.

Dates to Remember Continued

AUGUST 1997 Monday 04 Lakesiders 20th Birthday 94844767 Friday 15 Westgate Dancers Cross Dress Night 97413389 Friday 15 Southern Cross Plus Elvis Presley Anniversary Dance 97414501 Tuesday 19 J. B Square Wheelers Mikes Challenge 97001757 Sunday 17 VSDA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 98037731 Saturday 24 Sovereign City Closed (6 way dance) 9748 7234 Fri-Sun 29-31 South Australian State Convention Adelaide 0883828529

SEPTEMBER 1997 Fri-Sun 5-7 Springhurst Country Weekend (The Final One) Saturday 13 Solar City Squares 4th Birthday r---.; Sunday 14 Matamoras 14th Birthday 97013354 Saturday 20 Victorian Round Dance Festival Weekend 95551486 Sunday 21 Victorian Round Dance Festival Weekend 97566370 Friday 26 Southern Cross Plus 7th Birthday 97414501

OCTOBER 1997 Fri - Sun 17-19 Kelly Country Kelly Country Weekend 0357652298 Saturday 18 Forest Rounds 3rd Birthday 97566370

NOVEMBER 1997 Friday 21 25th VSDA (Jim Daniel's Memoria/) DINNER DANCE 9432 2614

DECEMBER 1997 Saturday 20 Mountain Squares & Forest Rounds Xmas Party 97566370

Sac~ to Sa arat 1~~~~J 29th Victorian State Convention

SA V CLOSING DATES FOR 1997 Issue Closes Issue Closes

iT rr lU r'l ...1 August 15th

July I~~'U~ ~~ . ,~ 111. :1 '" ,"",1 September

th ' .... Ul . L "1-'111 . ~ 19 August '" .. l\.L ("'1 rl October

th

,T. OJ 16 September

l\.1, ("'1 rl ovember 215t

October July 17 th June December 18

th November