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MD National Convention Introductory Newsletter

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60th ANNIVERSARY OF LIONS IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA

75th ANNIVERSARY OF LIONS IN AUSTRALIA


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On behalf of the 2022 Convention Committee I would like to extend a very warm welcome to all Conventioneers who are considering making their way to Perth for the 70th MD National Convention at the fabulous Crown Perth For us all this will be a very special occasion in the history of Lions in Australia as we are celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Lions in Western Australia and the 75th Anniversary of Lions in Australia The Convention Committee is working hard to make the 2022 Perth MD Convention a smooth and enjoyable experience for all and the Crown Perth is a world class venue that is waiting to welcome Lions from far and wide to its many eating dining and entertainment experiences You can have a burger at McDonalds in the Food Hall or dine it at one of its finest Restaurants and take a flutter in the Casino before seeing a Stage Show in the fabulous Crown Theatre There is a lot to see and do in Perth and Western Australia while you are over here and we hope that you are able to take the time to explore our wonderful State before or after the Convention We are excited about the prospect of a couple of Caravan Campervan and Mobile Home Convoys from Lions Clubs crossing the Nullarbor to join us in Perth and showcase the image of Lions as they cross the country We wish you the best in your travels and look forward to seeing you all arrive safely and join us at the Crown Perth in May 2022 to celebrate the history of Lions in Western Australia and Australia T he 2022 Convention Committee PDG Alan Hawkins Chairperson PDG Mike Wainwright Richard Tumner Secretary PDG Dot Jacobs Peter Kenneday Treasurer Kevin Barratt Margarett Amm Registrar Luen Chicote Kay White Halina Young DG Michael Wolf Jamie Mawer DG Stephen Berry Margaret Sparkman

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INTRODUCTORY NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER 2021 MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION BOOK COWN PERTH ACCOMODATION BOOK ALOFT ACCOMODATION OTHER ACCOMMODATION CARAVAN PARKS BOOTH APPLICATION FORM SIGHTS TO VISIT EXTEND YOUR STAY VISIT OUR EXCITING VENUE CONCLUSION POEM LIONS CREED

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Thank you for choosing to stay at Crown Perth for the Lions Australia Multiple District Convention 2022 below you will find special rates for your stay all available to book exclusively via the following hotel links Crown Towers Perth https reservations travelclick com 131392 groupID 3154412 Crown Metropol Perth https reservations travelclick com 76836 groupID 3154434 Crown Promenade Perth https reservations travelclick com 76838 groupID 3154413 Group Rates are available from Thursday 5th to Monday 9th May 2022 inclusive Crown Towers Perth Premium 5 Star Rooms starting from 280 00 per night room only If you choose to dine for breakfast at Epicurean we are pleased to extend the special group rate of 29 00 per person which will automatically be applied to your reservation Click here to read the Check In and Bond Policy Crown Metropol Perth 5 Star Rooms starting from 230 00 per night room only If you choose to dine for breakfast at Atrium we are pleased to extend the special group rate of 25 00 per person which will automatically be applied to your reservation Click here to read the Check In and Bond Policy Crown Promenade Perth 4 Star Rooms starting from 180 00 per night room only If you choose to dine for breakfast at Market Co we are pleased to extend the special group rate of 20 00 per person which will automatically be applied to your reservation Click here to read the Check In and Bond Policy Booking Conditions These rates are available exclusively online The link will remain open until Thursday 28th April after this time the groups rates will no longer be available Bookings outside of the main group dates may be available subject to availability at the hotels best available rate Credit card details will be required when making reservations however please note that as pre payment is not required credit cards will not be charged at this time Kindly refer to the check in policy for each hotel for important payment and bond information Cancellation Policy please note a charge equal to the full length of stay will be charged to the applicable credit card for any rooms cancelled less than 30 days prior to the arrival date or any non arrival of booked rooms

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INTRODUCTORY NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER 2021 MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION BOOK COWN PERTH ACCOMODATION BOOK ALOFT ACCOMODATION OTHER ACCOMMODATION CARAVAN PARKS BOOTH APPLICATION FORM SIGHTS TO VISIT EXTEND YOUR STAY VISIT OUR EXCITING VENUE CONCLUSION POEM LIONS CREED

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On behalf of the 2022 Convention Committee I would like to extend a very warm welcome to all Conventioneers who are considering making their way to Perth for the 70th MD National Convention at the fabulous Crown Perth For us all this will be a very special occasion in the history of Lions in Australia as we are celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Lions in Western Australia and the 75th Anniversary of Lions in Australia The Convention Committee is working hard to make the 2022 Perth MD Convention a smooth and enjoyable experience for all and the Crown Perth is a world class venue that is waiting to welcome Lions from far and wide to its many eating dining and entertainment experiences You can have a burger at McDonalds in the Food Hall or dine it at one of its finest Restaurants and take a flutter in the Casino before seeing a Stage Show in the fabulous Crown Theatre There is a lot to see and do in Perth and Western Australia while you are over here and we hope that you are able to take the time to explore our wonderful State before or after the Convention We are excited about the prospect of a couple of Caravan Campervan and Mobile Home Convoys from Lions Clubs crossing the Nullarbor to join us in Perth and showcase the image of Lions as they cross the country We wish you the best in your travels and look forward to seeing you all arrive safely and join us at the Crown Perth in May 2022 to celebrate the history of Lions in Western Australia and Australia T he 2022 Convention Committee PDG Alan Hawkins Chairperson PDG Mike Wainwright Richard Tumner Secretary PDG Dot Jacobs Peter Kenneday Treasurer Kevin Barratt Margarett Amm Registrar Luen Chicote Kay White Halina Young DG Michael Wolf Jamie Mawer DG Stephen Berry Margaret Sparkman

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CLICK ANYWHERE ON THIS PAGE TO DOWNLOAD THE DISPLAY BOOTH RESERVATION REQUEST FORM

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INTRODUCTORY NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER 2021 MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION BOOK COWN PERTH ACCOMODATION BOOK ALOFT ACCOMODATION OTHER ACCOMMODATION CARAVAN PARKS BOOTH APPLICATION FORM SIGHTS TO VISIT EXTEND YOUR STAY VISIT OUR EXCITING VENUE CONCLUSION POEM LIONS CREED

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Click anywhere on the photo above to view lots of exciting things to do in Perth and WA Either plan to come early or extend your stay after convention and spend some time exploring lovely Perth and WA Below are some photos of places Not to be missed Swan Valley Mary s Cathedral Swan Bell Tower A lovely attraction at Elizabeth Quays Swan River Attractions Rottnest Island well worth a visit Perth Mint Beautiful Kings Park

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A selection of photos of the fantastic Crown resort

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INTRODUCTORY NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER 2021 MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION BOOK COWN PERTH ACCOMODATION BOOK ALOFT ACCOMODATION OTHER ACCOMMODATION CARAVAN PARKS BOOTH APPLICATION FORM SIGHTS TO VISIT EXTEND YOUR STAY VISIT OUR EXCITING VENUE CONCLUSION POEM LIONS CREED

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With the very successful Canberra Convention held under unprecedented circumstance in the midst of the COVID 19 pandemic now behind us we are at the start of another very exciting journey which brings you all the way to beautiful Perth and Western Australia A very big thank you to the Canberra Convention Committee for all their hard work and warm hospitality particularly when they did not know whether the Convention would actually go ahead until the last moment Joining us in Perth you can not only look forward to celebrating 60 years of Lions in Western Australia but our 75th anniversary of Lions in Australia These are fantastic milestone and to help celebrate both these occasions we will be holding a Lions Expo and inviting the 1000 s of visitors to Crown Perth to come along and see what we have achieved over 75 years We will also have some of our major projects including the Lions Hearing Bus and Cancer Bus on show in the car park doing testings over the Convention period A great way to publicise what we do as Lions City of Perth Host was the first club chartered in Western Australia and is still very active today and this was the inspiration for bringing the 2022 Multiple District Convention in Perth WA They will be at convention showcasing their journey over 60 years at the District 201W1 W2 display booth which will be well worth a visit The first Australian Lions Club was formed in the northern NSW town of Lismore on July 1st 1947 largely through the efforts of William R Tresis He called a meeting of the business and professional men in his home town of Lismore where he operated a plaster and hardware business to hear the Lions story An eloquent speaker Bill Tresise soon convinced enough members to form the club The rest is history Far Left Willian R Tresis Left Charter evening Lismore Lions Club is still active today We would love for you to join us next year from Thursday 5th to Monday 9th May 2022 at Crown Perth to celebrate two historical milestones 60 years in Western Australia and 75 years in Australia Start planning your journey and whether you are travelling by aeroplane train boat caravan or motorhome you can expect a very warm welcome form all Lions in Western Australia Complete the early bird registration form and send it through to our registrar Margaret Amm to stand a chance of winning a prize and we are looking forward to seeing you next year in May

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