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President’s Report November 2008
Here we are again on the cusp of the festive season, as you are aware the Federation’s Xmas party is on the 12th of December and two thirds of the tickets for this event are already sold. Those members who intend to come had better get in and get your tickets as numbers are restricted to two hundred. Remember No Ticket No Entry.
I am disappointed at the individual representing himself and claiming to be the VVF who relieved the University of the New Age of a trailer load of computers, you forgot the photocopier that was also on offer. Pretending to Represent the Federation is both a crime and is stealing from your mates, Shame on you.
All the pension officers and Advocates are in need of a break and are looking forward to some time off. This will be achieved during the December break. A public well done to the guys on their performances from Ceduna and Port Lincoln to Victor Harbour and Alice Springs and various places in between as well as in the office. Keep up the good work. Congratulations to Peter Haran our school visitation officer for representing us in Brisbane at the national convention of history teachers. To be invited to be a keynote speaker to this group speaks volumes for him and shows we are on the right track. On a sadder note our treasurer Paul McCarthy is to stand down as of the AGM in March. Anyone who thinks they may be able to give us the time to take over this appointment will be welcomed with open arms. Have some spare time? Why not give it a go. Pass your name to Paul or myself so we can give you some on the job training.
When was the last time you went to see your doctor? The DVA knows even if you can’t remember. Those veterans who have not been for quite some time need to be prepared to defend the miracle cure you obviously have achieved. A cure could lead to a reduction in your Pension. Be smart and see your doctor or be dumb, just don’t complain if you get reduced.
Nominations for the executive are due no later than 10 Jan 2009.Be in it, give it a go and support the Federation. All positions are up for grabs.
To all those members who I will not see during the festive season have a safe and enjoyable time and I will see you next year.
Stay Well Bob Ellis
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