This week’s Project Raffle prize is a fantastic firewood package valued at $350, kindly donated by Total Groundcare.
🎟️ Tickets are just $2 each, so be sure to grab yours for a chance to win and stay warm this season.
A huge thank you to Total Groundcare for their generous support.
Good luck to everyone! 🍀
PROJECT RAFFLE
🔥 Win Firewood Worth $350! 🔥
Upcoming Events - Tickets Available Now!
🎤 Phil Collins Tribute Show
Don't miss an unforgettable evening celebrating the music of Phil Collins. Tickets are available now from the bar.
🌈 Drag Queen Bingo
Get ready for a night of laughs, fun, and fabulous entertainment at our popular Drag Queen Bingo event. Tickets are available from the bar.
🎟️ Secure your tickets today and avoid missing out! Contact the bar for more information and ticket purchases.
Daylight Saving Reminder
A friendly reminder that Daylight Saving Time begins this weekend. Before heading to bed on Saturday night, remember to set your clocks forward one hour.
Daylight saving starts at 2:00am on Sunday, 27 September 2026, giving us longer, lighter evenings to enjoy.
☀️ Spring forward! Don't forget to update any clocks that won't change automatically.
🧠 QUIZ NIGHT TONIGHT
Join us on Wednesday 23 September, 7:00pm - 8:30pm for a fun night of trivia. Entry is just $5 per person, with new teams welcome and plenty of room for everyone.
🥩 Meat Raffles - $2 tickets
🎵 Music Hint Round: Songs with a month of the year in the title
Bring your friends, test your knowledge, and enjoy a great evening of fun and friendly competition! 🎉
🎵 This Friday at the Warkworth RSA 🎵
🎤 Dolly Parton Themed Night 🎤
Join us this Friday, 25 September from 6:30pm for a fun-filled Dolly Parton themed evening, proudly hosted by the Razza Dazzlers!
Dust off your denim, sparkles, cowboy boots, and big hair, and come dressed in your best Dolly-inspired outfit. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just looking for a great night out, it's set to be an evening full of music, laughter, and country charm.
We look forward to seeing everyone embrace the theme and join in the fun! 🌟🤠💖
Reminder to All Members & Guests
The Ode takes place every Friday at 6m
To show respect during the ceremony, please remove any hats and stand, if you are able, until the Ode has finished.
If you are accompanied by guests, please ensure they are aware that the Ode will be taking place.
Last Friday, we had a visitor moving around during the Ode, and we appreciate your help in ensuring all attendees understand the expected protocol.
Thank you for your support and respect.
Just a reminder—if you’re not feeling 100%, please stay home, rest, and get well soon.
This helps protect our staff, members, and guests from the spread of illness.
Thank you 😊
WINNER
Congratulations to Rod Jones on winning the Lion Breweries Competition with his Northland Jersey.
Few Taniwha legends getting their hands on the shield again at the Summerset Home in Warkworth.
#536 Hugh Harvey
#474 David Moore
#454 Ian Ward
#437 Desmond Chitty
#419 Rod Jones
"What's coming up in 2026"
Numbers required for our 65th Birthday Luncheon on 6 October.
Entertainment Required for Women's Section 65th Birthday Lunch
On 6 October, the Women's Section will celebrate its 65th Birthday. Women's Sections from throughout Northland and Auckland have been invited to join us for this special occasion.
We are seeking an entertainer who would be available from 2:00/2:30pm-3:30/4:00pm approximately, to provide light-hearted entertainment for our guests. This could include a comedy act, skit, musical performance, or similar presentation.
If you are able to help, please contact Joss on 027 415 1992.
Congratulations to Ivy MacFarlane who won $84.00. Ticket # 74
JACKPOT STARTS AT $203
GUARANTEED WINNER EVERY WEEK
YOU DON'T NEED TO BE THERE TO WIN - Rules Apply
PLEASE NOTE
GUNNERS RESTAURANT HOURS
Thursday, Friday & Saturday
5.30pm - 7.30pm
Celebrating Carol’s 80th Birthday
Carol Wadsworth celebrated her 80th birthday on Saturday at the RSA, surrounded by family, friends, and members of the Thursday Ladies Pool Team.
Guests enjoyed a lovely spread prepared by Raina, followed by a beautiful birthday cake organised by Carol’s granddaughter.
Carol has been a valued member of the Thursday Ladies Pool Team for more than 10 years and is a familiar face around the RSA.
She is also a keen participant in a quiz team that competes regularly on Wednesday evenings.
Congratulations, Carol, on this wonderful milestone. We wish you a very happy birthday and many more years of friendship, fun, and good health. 🎉🎂🎱
RAFFLES
Weekly raffles on Friday starting at 5.15pm
Meat Raffles - we are now using Warkworth Butcher.
We are trialling a replacement for our 4 Hamper raffles; with 4, $40 vouchers, (example Petrol, New World, Pak N Save, Chemist Warehouse) which the first winners can chose 1 of the 4, with the 4th winner getting the 1 remaining.
There is a second prize in each raffle of a $15 Warkworth Butchery meat pack.
WOMEN'S SECTION HOUSIE 2026
Wednesday 30th September @ 1.30pm
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WW RSA HOUSIE
First Tuesday (6th October) of each month @ 7.00pm
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE
Please note there will be a Clinic every Friday 3.30pm till 5pm in our
FRONT RECEPTION AREA.
You just turn up and wait your turn no bookings are taken.
If you do require assistance finding a Justice of the Peace please click on the link below or go to the following website;
WALL PLAQUES
There are still spaces available to purchase a plaque.
Naming yourself, your family, a relative or parent on our plaque wall for a minimum donation of $40
Please enquire at the office or bar
WARKWORTH RSA FACILITIES AVAILABLE TO MEMBERS & GUESTS
LICENSED BAR: Our bar offers a range of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages at reasonable prices. Discounts are available depending on the level of subscription fee. Alcoholic beverages cannot be served to persons under the age of 18.
RESTAURANT: Meals may be purchased from a varied menu from Thursday to Saturday - 5.30pm to 7.30pm. For bookings, telephone 09 425 8568 Ext 2.
GAMES ROOM: The games room contains four 9’ x 4’ pool tables and all the accessories required for pool and snooker.
GAMING MACHINES: Machines of various types that offer substantial jackpots. Only persons over the age of 18 may enter the gaming room or use the gaming machines.
TAB BETTING: An area within the games room is equipped for those wishing to follow various horse racing events. The facility has dedicated TV monitors and a TAB electronic betting outlet.
ACTIVITIES & GAMES: The RSA has several in-house groups that cover a range of indoor and outdoor activities including a library, pool / snooker, darts, fishing, housie, etc.
RAFFLES / PRIZES: Meat and grocery raffles are held every Friday at 5.15pm. In addition, seasonal raffles are held throughout the year, i.e., Christmas, Easter and mid-winter.
A membership cash prize draw is also held every Saturday at 6.00pm. To receive the prize, the names that are drawn must be of current, financial members, present in the clubrooms at the time of the draw and they must have their valid membership card with them at that time.
COURTESY VEHICLES: The association has three courtesy vehicles available for use to aid members with transport to medical and hospital appointments as well as various RSA activities. A poster listing recommended donation rates is displayed on the club rooms noticeboard.
At besoul Funerals, we believe that every life tells a story. We are here to provide you with information and advice for making decisions that best fit your loved one and those who are left behind. At the heart of besoul is an experienced team who have a passion for caring for our families.
besoul was opened in 2020 in Warkworth and has a custom-built facility that is well-equipped for funeral events of different natures. Alternatively, if you’d like to be at home, an outdoor place of significance, or your church or religious venue, we can talk to you about how we can attend to your needs.
We bring passion to creating a funeral or memorial event that captures the true essence of a person. Let us help you to farewell your loved one and remember a life well lived.
Contact us with any queries
09 422 2534
hello@besoul.co.nz
12 Gumfield Drive, Warkworth
www.besoul.co.nz
Manager/Funeral Director: Lily Watson
Toyota Sponsorship
Support those who support us!
Toyota Warkworth donates $100 to the RSA for every new or used vehicle sold to RSA members—just mention your membership when purchasing.
RSA members also enjoy a 10% discount on all vehicle servicing and repairs.
Toyota proudly sponsors our Corolla used for hospital and specialist visits, and we encourage members to show their support by choosing Toyota Warkworth.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS