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WE WILL MISS YOU GERRY

It is with utmost regret and sympathy that we advise the loss of the clubs founder and lifetime member Mr. Gerry Archer.  The Executive and Management Committee of the club would like to extend their condolences to Sheila, Lindsey, Glen, Cameron and their respective families.  Gerry was an active member of the club up until some years ago and would regularly be seen within the supporters of the club's topside.  He was an incredibly respected man by all that knew him. A fundamental essence of our club is family and community and this loss unites us in acknowledging an individual that committed so much of his time, life and energy for all members and players of our sporting clubs.   

Gerry's funeral held at Wolter Park on Friday the 29th of August at 2.00 p.m. was attended by more than 300 family, friends, current and previous members. The afternoon was filled with the famous Gerry cheer " ACE ACE ACE!" and was labeled by the family as a celebration of Gerry's life. Among the many great stories about Gerry, one grandchild told us of an incidence only days before his passing.  Gerry overheard one of his family members complaining about an individual at work which was making life difficult for her. Having overheard the story, Gerry asked for the persons name and then replied, "Don't worry love, I will take care of this, I'm about to go into the haunting business! This story, potrays the humour of a great man.

Gerry left the field to the sound of the final whistle from the ref.  The exit of the field was surrounded by a guard of honour of player's and club members wearing the club colours and then by a wall of family and friends.  Gerry, followed by a number of vintage cars, did a final lap of Wolter Park and then drove past the guard of honour to a roaring applause and upon reaching his grandchildren, they released red, white and black ballons into the sky.

Gerry's memory will be around ACE for many years to come hopefully inspiring others to develop and expand our club to it's fully potential.  We will miss you mate! 

NORTH PINE PRESS AUGUST 13TH 2008 

NEW BRENDALE FACILITIES FOR ACE

New Era Dawns at Creek

Brendale Facilities Building

After considerable negotiation and support from Peter Dutton the club was successfull in obtaining funds that will allow the commencement of a new facilities building at the Brendale Junior fiels.  This facility will replace the temporary demountables that have been used as toilets dor the past 6 years.  The Pine Rivers Council through the leadership of Mike Charlon also provided a level of assistance which has been tremendous and has allowed the scope of the project to develop a little more.  Work commenced on the new facility in January 2008 with an expected completion of June 2008.

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New Lights at Wolter Park

After failing the yearly light test at Wolter Park we were advised by the lighting consultants that the only way to pass the test was to replace every light on the light poles.  Unfortunately this had not been budgeted however the importance of the matter ment we had no joice on the matter.  Fortunately our inhouse electrician Steve from Laser Electric quickly stepped in to negotiate a price for the work and thanks to some assistance from the local council we were able to complete the work in time for the start of the season.  Thank Steve for your assistance.

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New Goal Posts at Wolter Park and Brendale

Stephen Bryant and Brad Robinson designed and constructed the new goal posts that have been installed at Wolter Park and Brendale.  Their design ensures safety for players and ease of use in attaching and detaching the nets.  The club has invested more than $29,000 on new goal posts for seniors and juniors across the club.  The additional goals at Brendale have now allowed for a second full size field to be created for weekend matches. 

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Irrigation System at Brendale Rooball Fields

After many years I'm happy to say that we have retired the big boom spray and replaced it with a set of undergroud sprinkler system that will ensure we get water to the field as opposed to the surrounding areas.  This investment of $11,500 will ensure that our Rooball fields will hold out better for our little ones during the season.