2021 South East Qld Ex-Kiap Reunion – 14 November 2021 – Cancelled due to Covid-19 lockdowns

Regrettably we advise that this events has been cancelled. The Covid-19 lockdowns have made it difficult for many to commit to travel.

Kawana Waters Hotel, 136 Nicklin Way, Buddina, Sunshine Coast, Queensland.
Time: 11am all day
RSVP: 16 October 2021 (see below)

This will be followed by breakfast on Monday morning, 15 November, at Bellissimo’s Restaurant on the Esplanade at Mooloolaba overlooking the beach – for those who can make it.

This Invitation is extended to all Kiaps, their families, their friends and other acquaintances from a previous lifetime such as teachers, didimen and so on.
We realise that some addressees may not be able to attend due to the tyranny of distance or whatever however at least this circular keeps you up to date with what is going on.

The reunion is on Sunday the 14th November, 2021 at the Kawana Waters Hotel which is located on 136 Nicklin Way, near Kawana Shopping Centre.
It’s on the main road between Mooloolaba and Caloundra…the same venue as for past years.
Drinks will be available at bar prices from the Lounge Bar and Public Bars and these bars will be open from 11.00 am to 10.00 pm. Some of the diehards have been known to congregate on Saturday afternoon for pre-Sunday drinks.

The venue outlook is over water to an extensive marina and has a covered outdoor deck area linked to an indoor bar/lounge with adequate dining and seating facilities available for our use. Last time they ably catered for several hundred. A large parking area is available at the hotel.

There is a good bistro adjoining our area where, as with previous reunions, you will be able to order your own meals and sit with whom you choose.
The restaurant will be open from 11.30 am to 8.30 pm. Since we will be sharing the bistro facilities of this popular establishment with the regular Sunday clientele, the Hotel’s Function Co-ordinator has requested that we provide an approximate figure of attendees by the 16 October, 2021. So do let us know of your intention to attend or otherwise. All the tables are reserved for our Reunion.

Informality will continue to be the order of the day. Definitely no speeches, everyone is far too busy catching up with friends. This format has proven popular so we will stick with it.

The Kawana Waters Hotel has sixteen renovated motel style rooms. If you require a booking please phone the hotel on 07 5444 6699 and mention that you are part of the “Kiap Reunion” group to secure a unit. It is the case of first in etc. but we know the rooms were found to be very much in demand at all our previous reunions.

Other accommodation for those needing it may be available at:
• Kyamba Court Motel, 94 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba – 07 5444 0202
• Mooloolaba Motel, 46 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba – 07 5444 2988
• Mantra Sirocco, 59-75 The Esplanade, Mooloolaba – 07 5457 6000
• Raffles Mooloolaba, 65 First Ave., Mooloolaba – 07 5444 0077
• River Esplanade Motel, 98 River Esplanade, Mooloolaba – 07 5444 3855.
• Seaview Resort, 143 The Esplanade, Mooloolaba – 07 5444 3400
Some of the accommodation will provide special deals for us, so enquire when making your booking.

Breakfast on the Monday morning is another popular gathering and this will be arranged again. It is held at Bellissimo’s Restaurant on the Esplanade at Mooloolaba overlooking the beach and is near the Mooloolaba Surf Club and opposite “The Loo With a View”.

We ask that you spread the word and pass on this invitation to those you feel would enjoy the day. Our address list is up to date but we believe not all Kiaps are listed and some addresses may not be current. Please mention the reunion to all of the Kiaps you know as unfortunately we could have missed some.

Really looking forward to seeing you all again. There will be a small entrance fee of a ‘Gold Coin’ to cover costs of mail etc.

Please email or call Peter or Bob (details follow) confirming your intention to attend the reunion. Apologies will also be noted and recorded.

Peter Salmon | Mobile 0438 092 052 | E: kiap@optusnet.com.au

Bob/Heather Fayle | Phone 07 5444 7446 | E: rjfayle31@gmail.com