You are invited to our Christmas Party on Saturday 6 December 6.30pm for a 7pm start. To get the festive spirit flowing, there will be bubbles on arrival, then prepare your tastebuds for a delicious three course Christmas themed dinner. Our regular party helpers, Claire and Sam, will be there to manage the kitchen duties so all members can relax and have a fun night. Vegetarians will be catered for, let us know when you book. The evening will include the announcement of the winners of our Club Awards.
A contribution of $25pp towards catering costs is payable in advance, payment details will be provided when you RSVP. Tell us you are coming by pressing the button below. RSVP by 28th November for catering purposes.
We’ll be presenting awards at the Christmas party to club members who achieve excellence in playing pétanque as well as those who contribute to our thriving, friendly club.
Athletic excellence awards
Club Athlete of the Year High-achieving individuals who compete regularly and achieve a high PFA ranking for the year.
Intraclub tournament new member award awarded to the player who achieved the highest result in an Intraclub Tournament this year and who joined the club in 2025.
Nominate a member for these awards:
Club Person of the YearA member who adds remarkable value to the club or the sport of petanque generally.
Club Volunteer of the Year The person who is a highly active volunteer at social events or other activities around the club.
In all four categories, the committee will have the final decision. Nominees must demonstrate behaviours consistent with the club’s Code of Conduct to be eligible for awards.
Nominations close 16 November. Click below to nominate a member.
It has been a while, but we will soon be circulating an updated members’ contact list to everyone in the club. Owing to privacy concerns, we will provide only members’ names and mobile phone numbers. Please let us know here if you do not wish to share your information with members, and we will remove your name and number from this and subsequent lists.
We encourage members to join the club WhatsApp groups that provide an easy way to contact members (see details below).
It's getting warmer - drink more water
We encourage all members to stay hydrated when they play. Take your water bottle or a non breakable tumbler out onto the pistes with you and SIP SIP SIP.
Podcast: A Story to Tell Season 2
A Story to Tell is a podcast created by Rex in which members of our club share their life stories. Season 2 has just dropped. The first episode features one of our members, the very talented artist Vicki McInnes.
So far we have been entertained by a number of members’ stories. You can find A Story to Tell on Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. Otherwise, click on this link to Rex’s website.
Saturday competition rules clarification
In order to win a prize on Saturdays, you must play all three games and be present for the presentation of prizes at the end of the day. A high score and only two games played won’t get you that cheeky red.
Gordana joins our Committee
We welcome Gordana to the committee. She will bring new ideas and fresh perspectives to the table and we look forward to working with her. All positions on the committee are now filled. Thanks to Gordana for volunteering following a call out to members in the last newsletter.
Join our club’s WhatsApp Community
Keep in touch with members through our new WhatsApp Community. We have set up groups for each play day and cards. You can message a group about play days, find out who is coming on a particular day, maybe organise coffee before or after! This is all about providing an informal means of communicating between members.
Our only requirement is that members do not message the whole group with communications only intended for one or two people. There is a feature that allows you to privately message individual members also in the group (if you are not sure how, please ask).
WhatsApp groups are not intended to replace formal club communications. Newsletters and emails from the club will continue. Game days cancellations will still be sent via SMS.
Use the QR code above to sign up, or scan the QR code on display in the clubrooms.
Another big intraclub comp
Brilliant Intraclub tournament held last month. 34 teams battled it out in perfect conditions. The winners were everyone who participated especially those who stayed for wine and cheese at the end. Congratulations to winners Andy with Sue/Neil, place getters Rosie with Mark (2nd), and Guy with David (3rd). Special thanks to Bob and Paul for organising.
Bin reminder for Monday & Wednesday players
We ask Monday players to place the bins out on Through Road after play and Wednesday players to bring them in. The Veterans Car Club will bring them in on the first two Tuesdays of the month, if they forget, Wednesday players need to cover.
A roster has been placed on the main door of the clubrooms advising which bins should be put our every week. (Garbage is fortnightly, Green waste and recycling are weekly). If you have any questions please use the feedback button at the bottom of the newsletter.
Have a game of cards, last Friday in the month
Games are held on the last Friday of every month from 3pm. Have fun, learn how to play, our games masters Leigh, Pam or Deidre are happy to show you how. The next cards session is Friday 29 November.
Upcoming tournaments
There are many competitions coming up, here are just a couple you may wish to consider:
Nagambie Open Triples Sunday 9 November
Woodend Hanging Rock Mixed Triples Sunday 23 November
To find out about all upcoming tournaments or register a team to play go to My Petanque .
Upcoming events
Cup Day November 4
Christmas Party December 6
Burbs v Beaches rematch already scheduled for 20 June 26
Short cuts
The Event Calendar includes dates for play, club opening roster, coaching, competitions and social events- it's always available on our website.
What has our committee been up to? The minutes of our meetings are published on the website you can check them outhere.
Club Update is a newsletter we receive fortnightly from City of Boroondara. It provides up-to-date information on a wide range of topics relevant to sports clubs and their members. Here are links to the most recent editions.
CPC News
CAMBERWELL PETANQUE CLUB NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2025
Celebrate Christmas with us
You are invited to our Christmas Party on Saturday 6 December 6.30pm for a 7pm start. To get the festive spirit flowing, there will be bubbles on arrival, then prepare your tastebuds for a delicious three course Christmas themed dinner. Our regular party helpers, Claire and Sam, will be there to manage the kitchen duties so all members can relax and have a fun night. Vegetarians will be catered for, let us know when you book. The evening will include the announcement of the winners of our Club Awards.
A contribution of $25pp towards catering costs is payable in advance, payment details will be provided when you RSVP. Tell us you are coming by pressing the button below. RSVP by 28th November for catering purposes.
Annual Club Awards
We’ll be presenting awards at the Christmas party to club members who achieve excellence in playing pétanque as well as those who contribute to our thriving, friendly club.
Athletic excellence awards
Club Athlete of the Year High-achieving individuals who compete regularly and achieve a high PFA ranking for the year.
Intraclub tournament new member award awarded to the player who achieved the highest result in an Intraclub Tournament this year and who joined the club in 2025.
Nominate a member for these awards:
Club Person of the YearA member who adds remarkable value to the club or the sport of petanque generally.
Club Volunteer of the Year The person who is a highly active volunteer at social events or other activities around the club.
In all four categories, the committee will have the final decision. Nominees must demonstrate behaviours consistent with the club’s Code of Conduct to be eligible for awards.
Nominations close 16 November. Click below to nominate a member.
Members’ contact list to be circulated soon
It has been a while, but we will soon be circulating an updated members’ contact list to everyone in the club. Owing to privacy concerns, we will provide only members’ names and mobile phone numbers. Please let us know here if you do not wish to share your information with members, and we will remove your name and number from this and subsequent lists.
We encourage members to join the club WhatsApp groups that provide an easy way to contact members (see details below).
It's getting warmer - drink more water
We encourage all members to stay hydrated when they play. Take your water bottle or a non breakable tumbler out onto the pistes with you and SIP SIP SIP.
Podcast: A Story to Tell Season 2
A Story to Tell is a podcast created by Rex in which members of our club share their life stories. Season 2 has just dropped. The first episode features one of our members, the very talented artist Vicki McInnes.
So far we have been entertained by a number of members’ stories. You can find A Story to Tell on Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. Otherwise, click on this link to Rex’s website.
Saturday competition rules clarification
In order to win a prize on Saturdays, you must play all three games and be present for the presentation of prizes at the end of the day. A high score and only two games played won’t get you that cheeky red.
Gordana joins our Committee
We welcome Gordana to the committee. She will bring new ideas and fresh perspectives to the table and we look forward to working with her. All positions on the committee are now filled. Thanks to Gordana for volunteering following a call out to members in the last newsletter.
Join our club’s WhatsApp Community
Keep in touch with members through our new WhatsApp Community. We have set up groups for each play day and cards. You can message a group about play days, find out who is coming on a particular day, maybe organise coffee before or after! This is all about providing an informal means of communicating between members.
Our only requirement is that members do not message the whole group with communications only intended for one or two people. There is a feature that allows you to privately message individual members also in the group (if you are not sure how, please ask).
WhatsApp groups are not intended to replace formal club communications. Newsletters and emails from the club will continue. Game days cancellations will still be sent via SMS.
Use the QR code above to sign up, or scan the QR code on display in the clubrooms.
Another big intraclub comp
Brilliant Intraclub tournament held last month. 34 teams battled it out in perfect conditions. The winners were everyone who participated especially those who stayed for wine and cheese at the end. Congratulations to winners Andy with Sue/Neil, place getters Rosie with Mark (2nd), and Guy with David (3rd). Special thanks to Bob and Paul for organising.
Bin reminder for Monday & Wednesday players
We ask Monday players to place the bins out on Through Road after play and Wednesday players to bring them in. The Veterans Car Club will bring them in on the first two Tuesdays of the month, if they forget, Wednesday players need to cover.
A roster has been placed on the main door of the clubrooms advising which bins should be put our every week. (Garbage is fortnightly, Green waste and recycling are weekly). If you have any questions please use the feedback button at the bottom of the newsletter.
Have a game of cards, last Friday in the month
Games are held on the last Friday of every month from 3pm. Have fun, learn how to play, our games masters Leigh, Pam or Deidre are happy to show you how. The next cards session is Friday 29 November.
Upcoming tournaments
There are many competitions coming up, here are just a couple you may wish to consider:
Nagambie Open Triples Sunday 9 November
Woodend Hanging Rock Mixed Triples Sunday 23 November
To find out about all upcoming tournaments or register a team to play go to My Petanque .
Upcoming events
Cup Day November 4
Christmas Party December 6
Burbs v Beaches rematch already scheduled for 20 June 26
Short cuts
The Event Calendar includes dates for play, club opening roster, coaching, competitions and social events- it's always available on our website.
What has our committee been up to? The minutes of our meetings are published on the website you can check them out here.
Club Update is a newsletter we receive fortnightly from City of Boroondara. It provides up-to-date information on a wide range of topics relevant to sports clubs and their members. Here are links to the most recent editions.