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πŸ“’ Newsletter #1

Published Wed 03 Sep 2025

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πŸ‘‹ Welcome to NEHPC - Let’s Begin This Exciting Journey Together!

We’re thrilled to launch this new community of pickleball enthusiasts, brought together by a shared love of the game.

Our aim is simple: to create an inspiring, fun, and inclusive club where you can play, learn, and connect. At NEHPC, success isn’t just about winning—it’s about enjoying the game, building friendships, and supporting each other.

Most importantly, this club will grow through the ideas, energy, and collaboration of our members. Your voice matters, and together we’ll shape the future of NEHPC.

 

πŸ‘₯  Meet Your Committee

  • Rob Carter – President
  • Trish McMillan – Vice President
  • Pearly Yap – Secretary
  • Karen Foord – Treasurer
  • Vivien Chua – Website & Social Media
  • Wally Lewanowitsch – Apparel
  • Albert Watson – Sponsorship
  • Trevor Spence – Venue Co-ordinator
  • Ali Othen – Grants & Applications

 

πŸ™Œ Special Thanks

  • Ben Hudson (payment counter + website ideas)
  • Kay Mentha (new players & ball purchase)
  • Deb Smalley (club logo ideas)
  • Kayley Tan (club logo design)

 

πŸ“ˆMembership Updates

We now have 34 members!
If you know someone interested in joining, please share:
🌐 https://www.revolutionise.com.au/nehurricanes/registration
πŸ“§ hello@nehpickleball.org

 

πŸš€What’s Next for NEHPC?

βœ” Working with the Parafield Gardens group to join under NEHPC
βœ” Exploring after-hours play sessions
βœ” A Welcome BBQ when Parafield Gardens are officially on board
βœ” Applying for Working With Children Checks
βœ” Publishing Membership Policy, Code of Conduct, & Court Etiquette
βœ” Establishing a working budget
βœ” Investigating coaching options for members
βœ” Introducing NEHPC membership cards
βœ” Designing NEHPC club tops
βœ” Securing sponsors

 

🌐Website is Live!

Check out our new website: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/nehurricanes
Explore the photo gallery, and visit regularly for updates & new features.

 

πŸŽ‰ Member Competition Time! Help Name Our Newsletter!

We need a creative name for our club newsletter!

πŸ“… Submit your ideas by Sunday, 21st September 2025
πŸ‘‰ Submit via Contact Page - https://www.revolutionise.com.au/nehurricanes/contact

πŸ† Prize: A bottle of wine + 3 free play sessions (plus bragging rights!)
πŸ“’ Winner will be notified by phone/email and announced in the next newsletter.

 

πŸ’¬ Stay Connected

Have questions, ideas, or want to get more involved? Reach us via the Contact Page.

Thank you for being part of this exciting new beginning – together, let’s build something truly special!

 

Warm regards,
Rob Carter 🀠
President – 2025
North East Hurricanes Pickleball Club

πŸ“§ president@nehpickleball.org


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