Thirty three teams, including twelve from Peninsula, played in the 2018 Swiss Teams Congress held on Sunday 22 April.
Thanks to Heidi Colenbrander and others we have an engaging photo record of the day (including all the winners) for all to enjoy. You can also check the full congress results.
The congress went well in spite of an unexpected triangle. The director, Ronnie Ng, did a fantastic job. The 33 teams included 6 ‘restricted’ teams. Gayle King and her helpers provided wonderful food all day which was much appreciated.
Our club has a strong history of social events and our volunteers make them possible. Let us know if you can help out at any of our next events – it’s great for the club and you get more than you give. Volunteering is particularly valuable for new members as a way of getting to know your fellow Peninsula bridge players. We have a list of current volunteers but if I don't know about you then please drop me an email on
As the club grows each year our need for grocery items and catering increases. If you can suggest where the club could procure grocery items wholesale or indeed a caterer who is reasonably priced and would suit some of our lunch events please also let me know at
Fourteen teams came together on Thursday morning 12 April to battle it out among friends in the Members Teams Day. It is one of the friendly competitive events of the club's year. Check out the photos from the event.
The winning team after the five rounds comprised Ray Bragge, Anne Small, Margaret and Michael Draper. The best remaining novice team comprised Gayle King, Maggie Gibbs, Sarah Young and Jen Ardill.
Thanks to the many players who contributed to the morning tea, to Sue Riley for arranging the fourteenth team (including two rookies Susan Eason and Simon Hunter) and to John Rogers for dealing the boards
Want to improve your defense? Then come along to the Killer Defense Course on Mondays in May 9:30-11:30am and Saturday 26th May.
Come to a few sessions or come to all.
With topics of Opening Signals & Leads (NT) on May 7, Opening Signals & Leads (Suit Contracts) on May 14, Attitude Signals on May 21, 3rd Hand Play & Second Hand Play on May 28 plus on Saturday May 26th More on Signals.
Looking for a teams event with championship tier red masterpoints at your local club? The three week State Open Teams qualifying event starting on Thursday 10 May is your answer.
Check out the details of the event.
Last year the event was won by Alan Davies, Vivien Eldridge, David Farmer and Cath Whiddon. This year it could be you.
This is the system sweeping the world. It’s easier than Standard and helps you to make the most of two strong game forcing hands. You’ll also find slam bidding easier using Two Over One.
Presented by Australia’s premier bridge teacher, Joan Butts, this workshop is multi-level and suitable for players of all abilities.
Saturday April 14th 9:30-11:30 am.
Follow-up Teachers workshop 10-2.30 Sunday - register online at joanbuttsbridge.com/events
$15 for members, $20 for visitors.
Register online at joanbuttsbridge.com/events or contact Susan Jensen -
For the event flier click here.
Are you adept with taking photos on your phone? Perhaps you could join our club photographer group.
This group of volunteers takes photos of happenings at the club both spontaneously as a roving photographer or by request from an event convener. They are the key step in showing you photos on the website and in the newsletter, and on our club TV slideshow.
If you feel able to join this group, keep reading and let me (David Farmer, 0415 715 743) know.
Many of you will remember that we almost cancelled a Monday afternoon playing session due to a planned power outage for the building - but that this outage was itself postponed.
The power outage has been rescheduled, but this time at night from 10-12pm on Thu 3 May - so there should be no impact on the Bridge Club (though fingers crossed for the first session on Friday morning).
The power outage is part of preparation for the widening of Jacksons Road near Pittwater Road to allow a second lane of traffic turning right into Pittwater Road.
