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The Puntimal
This article was taken out of the Puntimal in November 1977.
Some Trivia
Newer members must wonder what the older members are talking about at times, what's this Boomerang they talk about. And how come the Puntimal?
Our club commenced at the Boomerang Squash Courts in 1962, and we were known by that name until we were fortunate to transfer here at the Gabba in 1975, changing our name at the same time. The Puntimal? Our first editor Bob Finch originally called the magazine "The Baddawal Puntimal" loosely translated from an aboriginal dialect to "The Boomerang Message Stick". This was shortened to the present title.
When the Puntimal Story is completed, it will be added to the site at a later date. Ray has asked the editor of the puntamal at one time to compile a story about some of the articles that appeared in the puntamal and will be tacked on to this little start off story at a later date. I didn't know who he or she was way back then, when I was in the club and I am definitely none the wiser now 30 years down the track.
There was probably more than one editor over the years, as the article from the above 1977 edition says Bob Finch was the first editor, and Bob was transferred in his job with Australia Post well before the club was closed down.
Here are a couple of articles taken from the Puntimal October 1972 Edition.
Welcome to these new members to the club, Barry Green, Frank & Gail Hughes. Terry Hill, Ron Pearce, John Mather, Noel Jurgenson, Stan Tredwell, Dennis Kirkman, Roey Nielsen, Graham Killoran, Pat McMahon Jnr, Garry Ramsay, Trevor & Colleen Copas. Lesley McMillan, Marilyn Brand, Elizabeth O'Donnell, Jan Bourke, Rhonda Lye, Helen Conrad, Cecily Messer, Nardia Wilson, Caroline Turnbull and a comeback for Jill Ivey now Mackay.
The Club Veterans Championship for Men was played for the first time this season, and was won by Merv Carlyon runner up was Richard Arnold. The plate event was won by Pat McMahon Snr from Lawrie Benstead.
Here are some stories from the Puntimal published in 1976 Volume 2.
Random Ramblings with Pisces.
Mary Gerish is also on the drift (nearly put loose). She is going to Maryborough (where else!) On an extended holiday, compliments of the Commonwealth Bank transfer system. All the best Mary, that's one gone, one going and one trying hard (see ad below).
Situations Vacant. : Applications are called for the following position ... mouth. Duties will involve keeping your mouth open while Patricia Gerish practices her dentistry. Ex Swiss Ski instructors will be given preference, but all applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Salary and fringe benefits by negotiation, applications can be forwarded via the Club Captain.
How the west is being won.
We had a "Little" card from Joe Williams recently. He sends his regards to all. I have a sneaking suspicion that he has been drunk just once. The whole time! Anyhow he seems to be in high spirits.
Glen Mann's Fishing Report: Bloody Weather!
Sam Trimble's Cricket Report: Bloody Weather!
Jeff Seipel's Racing Report: Bloody Mongrels!
Toilet Facilities:
Since the Government will not pay us a bounty for Nitrogenous Fertilizer, Court 5 is soon to have after hour's access to indoor facilities, so my informant tells me.
The Chook Raffles:
The Sunday session men could use another regular helper, the only qualifications being a liking for beer and conversation; however, senior citizens will not be accepted: One old rascal is more than enough to bear, I am told:
Finally:
Why the nom-de-plume? Well, if W.C. learns my identity he will immediately have a contract out on me and I may not be able to keep up the payments to Kingie for protection.
Some more Stories from the Puntimal this time from the November 1977 Edition.
Captain Ray Kettley Reports.
John Smerdon is the new Club Champion and Margaret Evans takes out the double. On Sunday 2nd October, John defeated defending champion Ray Kettley in five games and Margaret Evans repeated her win over Lesley McMillan in the handicap by defeating Lesley in four games.
Barry Ashby also makes it a double defeating Vern Steele in three games in the final of Division 2, While Renate Beck came of age as a player to win division 2 of the Ladies Event defeating Judy Cottle in four games.
Leigh Falkermire defeated new member Joy Turner in four to win the Ladies division 3, while Mal Oakes is another to score the double with his four games win over Harry Steinheuer in division 3 of the men's event.
Julie Mason was too strong in division four of the Ladies , winning the final from Sandra Buchback in three games, while Alf Hogan took out the men's division four in the hardest match of the day, Alf defeated Andy Egorov in five with three being long games.
Mal McKay is to do battle with Kev Mahoney for division five and John Kubler defeated Ian Polglase in four to win division six.
In the final of the "Oldies" John Stirling defeated Nic Jeffrey in five games to avenge his defeat by Max Collins last year, It must be noted that these "Oldies" hold high positions in the club, Where is the youth?
Social News.
Don Chilcott is on holidays again, I'm convinced that guy has a friend looking after his time sheet, ever tried to ring him at work... Sorry, he is on holidays or sorry he has flexed off...or sorry he is sick...or sorry he is on the late shift...or sorry he is not in he must have a girlfriend somewhere.
The big Kid's Christmas party was held at the Cricketers Club, what a venue, and wasn't it a beauty, the Band was great, the food was great and the beer was cold, In fact the only thing which put a bit of a damper on the night was to have to listen to all those speeches by Alan Griffiths as he accepted yet another trophy. You'd think those old bushrangers would retire gracefully after they had carpeted every room at home with wall-to-wall Pennants. Actually the selectors have finally woken up to Griffo, they have noticed that he has been beaten yet again by a Girl, so next season he will find himself playing with, no for the C3 Ladies Team.