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2015 - SAMVOA National Formal Mess Dinner

Glen Waverley RSL
24th October 2015,
Guest of Honour
Lt Col Barrington Ingram AM RFD ED

Tenth SAMVOA Formal Mess Dinner

24th October, 2015

Glen Waverley RSL,

Guest of Honour; Lt Col Barrington Ingram AM RFD ED – Australian Light Horse.


On Saturday 24th October, 2015, the National Executive of SAMVOA proudly hosted its tenth annual formal mess dinner at the Glen Waverley RSL. There was a lot of interest in the Guest of Honour as he had served in the Australian Defence Force and, in particular, The Australian Light Horse. He started his service in 1954, serving as a Corporal and then a Sergeant before being commissioned as a Lieutenant in the 5th Battalion Victorian Scottish Regiment. Through the Gordon Highlanders, the Victorian Scottish and Cape Town Highlanders had the same affiliation.


From there he progressed up the commissioned ranks to command the 6th Battalion, Royal Victoria Regiment as Lt Colonel during 1969 while in action in Vietnam. Barry retired on the 28th September, 1980 after completing 50 years as an active Infantry Officer.


Furthermore, we honoured him particularly as he has been such a good friend of SAMVOA.

The Formal Mess evening began for the 72 guests with Drinks at 1930H at the downstairs reception. Mike Black, the Mess President presented the South African Sherry before the call to dinner was made by the Mess Vice President, Brent van de Stadt. The Guest of Honour and guests were piped into the mess area by our piper, Karl Brown.


Grace was said and the Host, Veteran Tony Macquet welcomed everyone.


The menu was the following, hwith alternate servings.

• The Entrée was:

o Minestrone soup, served with parmesan cheese.

• The Mains were:

o Karoo Lamb Shank, braised in a rich tomato, rosemary and red wine sauce, served on a bed of mashed potato, accompanied by seasonal vegetables.

o Rainbow Chicken Breast Fillet, marinated in preserved lemon, coriander, parsley and selected spices served on Natal style cous-cous, topped with a tomato and chickpea sauce and complimented with hummus cream.

• Desserts were;

o Ouma’s Sticky-Date Pudding, drizzled with butterscotch sauce and a dollop of double cream.

o Tanie Marie’s Cheese Cake, topped with passionfruit pulp and served with double cream.

• Coffee, tea and beverages from the bar.


During the proceedings, our Mess President welcomed Barrington and spoke of his many senior positions in the ADF and war experience in Vietnam. Barrington responded in his own style and we all enjoyed a very interesting presentation.


The Toasts were made:

1. South Africa, the Mother Country, wishing her peace

2. Australia, our new home, may we be worth citizens.

3. Fallen Serviceman and women, “Lest we Forget”.


Veteran Karl Brown played a very well-received medley on his pipes, which included some favourite South African tunes.

Veteran Fanie Estebeth, as Mess Vice President, controlled the evening well and all went as planned






Attended by:

Ian and Sylvia Batholomew

Neale Bavington

Caitlyn Black

Mike and Colleen Black

Karl and Edith Brown

Heather Buck

Ben and Merryl Burger

Gustav and Talana Cook

Gordon Cowie

Donovan Croucamp

Fanie Etsebeth

Bryton and Harriet Fennel

Carli Gericke

Charlie Griffin

John and Val Hanlon

Marius Heymann

Patrick and Heather Honeyborne

Barrington Ingram

Jason Jurgens

CJ and Maggie Luke

Tony and Dee Macquet

Max and Annali Newman

Ken and Barbara Northwood

Jeanne Pienaar

Richard and Chantelle Polacsek

Johann and Sandra Potgieter

Renier Pretorius

Gordon Pugh

Nico Robbertse

Kevin and Debbie Rother

Grant and Linda Seiderer

Kevin Shaw

Neil and Lee Slaughter

Derick and Vanessa Smith

Richard and Linda Southey

Glen and Helen Stander

Cliff and Sandie Styles

Nic and Marietjie Swart

Pierre van Blommestein

Andre van der Berg

Gideon and Robyn van der Westhuizen

Paul van Dyk

Jacques and Elmi van Niekerk

Carlo Vlok

Mike and Louwna Weber

Johann and Annette Zietsman


National Chairman's Distinguished Service Awards:


Veteran Richard Southey MMM - In recognition of his dedication to duty and to the ideals of SAMVOA. As National Master-at-Arms, Richard has been unwavering in his support of the National Chairman, the National Executive and SAMVOA members. He has participated in the writing up of the SAMVOA Format for Veteran Funerals as well as the updating of the Dress Regulations. His quiet, but firm manner ensures respect from all members and he remains a true ambassador for SAMVOA.


Veteran Pierre van Blommestein - In recognition of his dedication to duty and to the ideals of SAMVOA. As National Welfare Officer and Padre, Pierre has dedicated much time to the writing up of the SAMVOA format for Veteran Funerals, which contributed significantly to an exceptional outcome following on our close friend and colleague, Veteran Cliff Everton's passing. Pierre also drives many Queensland welfare projects.


Veteran Andre van der Berg - In recognition of his dedication to duty and to the ideals of SAMVOA. As Events Coordinator and a Formal Mess Committee member, Andre has excelled in improving contact with and between Victorian members and, in so doing, he has ensured that the Victoria leader-group receives exceptional support in achieving their objectives.


Veteran Stephan Erasmus SD SM MMM - In recognition of his dedication to duty and to the ideals of SAMVOA. As Regional Chairman of SAMVOA - New Zealand, Stephan has been a stabilising factor in this Region and he has given unselfishly of his time and expertise in ensuring continued membership growth in New Zealand. In the execution of his role, he has gained the respect of his peers and he remains a true ambassador for SAMVOA.


Veteran Mike Weber - In recognition of his dedication to duty and to the ideals of SAMVOA. As Regional Vice Chairman of SAMVOA - Victoria, Mike has re-vitalised the Glen Waverley Club and the Region with his passion, commitment and ability to bring many interesting speakers to Victorian members. In the execution of his role, he has gained the respect of his peers and he remains a true ambassador for SAMVOA.


CHAIRMAN'S CUP WINNER:


SAMVOA Bugle Winner : Veteran Richard Southey MMM




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