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INTERNATIONAL UPDATE – NATHAN AND JOSH

Further to my update a couple of weeks ago, in addition to Nathan being invited some weeks ago to the World Masters In Doha, Qatar 11-13 January 2021, on New Years Eve, Josh had a late call inviting him to the Masters as well. This is a great opportunity but the challenge was also great in suddenly needing to mount a plan for an event in 10 days time when we expected his next event to be in 8-9 weeks. The entry permit was also very slow in coming and we had 2 trips to the airport whilst waiting for the permit to come through. Finally on the third attempt (Friday 8th), it was there and Josh flew out. We wish both boys well on their final preparation and all the success in the world for this event and those that follow. See live streaming https://live.ijf.org/?fbclid=IwAR1F1pkLAaZY0Ertm3pYYtt9JjtZdln-3S_5dcNbXPGp7bbl-Z4_gEyuph8

  • The boys fight on Monday 11th January time TBA, but most likely around 10.00am local (check the link as we get closer to ensure exact time) which is 6.00pm Sydney time.

WISHING DALE, CATHY AND CAMERON A FAST RECOVERY

Wishing Dale all the best for her upcoming surgery and for her recovery following surgery. Cathy was also unwell over the Christmas period and is now home from hospital and we wish her well for her continued recovery. Also wishing Cameron well after injuring his knee recently which will also require surgery.

NEW TRAINING FEE ON-LINE VOUCHER PURCHASE SYSTEM

In the last newsletter I provided detailed instructions on the new system for payment of club training fees. Starting this year new training fees apply which represent an approximate 10% increase on previous fees. Please take the time to read all the instructions before asking for help.

A copy of the detailed instructions is again attached to the email which includes this Newsletter. The Budokan website will be updated in the next couple of weeks. If in doubt about what to buy or how, please contact Rob at katzfamily@iinet.net.au or Kelly McPherson at kellymc80@optusnet.com.au. Kelly is now also helping me follow-up Judo NSW memberships and club training fee dues. 

  • An abridged version of the instructions has also been developed and will be available as a handout at the club. This is also attached.
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EARLY 2021 KEY DATES

  • Early Jan TBA             Club clean
  • 12th January                First Junior and Senior class (Tuesday/Thursday)
  • 14th  – 21st Jan            National Camp Melbourne (Senior, Junior M/W, Cadet) subject to border restrictions
  • 23rd January                First Saturday session for Juniors
  • 25th January                First  Monday night
  • 22nd – 23rd Jan            Illawarra Camp (Fri & Sat) (Cadets to Seniors only)
  • 3rd Feb                         First Dinos and Mons class
  • 13th – 14th Feb            Melbourne International Open
  • 27th – 28th Feb            Sydney International
  • 14th March                   Budokan Mons / Junior Tournament
  • 17th – 18th April            ACT International Open
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