Promoting BRIDGE within Victoria
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You are all no doubt aware that all events in the Bridge world are cancelled and it with regret that we have to announce that the Victor Champion Cup has been cancelled. The VBA will be returning all entry fees. If you paid by credit card these refunds were processed on 28th march 2020. If … Continue reading “VCC Cancelled”
Continue ReadingThe VBA Council at its March meeting confirmed the recommendations of the President, Christopher Leach, of new Chairs of the State and VBA Disciplinary Committees. The new Chair of the Victorian Congress Disciplinary and Ethics Committee (VCDEC), the principal disciplinary body in Victoria, with oversight over State events, all club congresses and regional events, is … Continue reading “New Chairs of Disciplinary Committees”
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The President of the VBA, Christopher Leach and The Chair of Match & Tournament, Jenny Thompson, are delighted to advise that Dee Harley, prominent expert player and Editor of the VBA newsletter, has been confirmed by the Council as Victorian bridge’s first Recorder. Those who attend interstate congresses will probably be familiar with this role, which is essentially to be on the spot to receive communications (oral or written) from players regarding matters arising from play, which could potentially be the subject of disciplinary action……
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Bridge in Australia has come to a standstill. The ABF has recommended that all bridge clubs close, initially for a period of four weeks. In reality, the length of time for which this directive will apply will most likely be longer. Judging by the day to day evolution of this unpleasant saga, we could be … Continue reading “COVID-19 claims bridge!”
Continue ReadingDespite a good reception from within the club for the tough restriction measures advised earlier by the President, the game’s governing body in Australia, the ABF, has annouced a recommendation that all bridge clubs in Australia close. Initially this will be for a four week period, with the decision to be reviewed at the end … Continue reading “VBA CLOSED”
Continue ReadingWhilst the current Covid crisis is with us, we must still observe the recommended protocols for community gathering. I ask ALL players and visitors to the VBA to recognise and act to fulfill the following: • Do not play or come to the club if you have any symptoms linked to Covid-19 • Sign in … Continue reading “Current VBA Covid Protocols”
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After an $88 Million refurbishment the magnificent State Library of Victoria re-opened in late 2019. It is really worth a visit into the city the city to see it. It’s a beautiful quiet oasis in the middle of the city where you can go and sit and read in glorious surroundings with no noise. Bridge … Continue reading “Tim and Margaret Bourke Collection at the State Library”
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It is my sad duty to advise that Mr Bill Jacobs has resigned from his roles as Chair of the State Disciplinary Committee and also of the VBA Disciplinary Committee. I have accepted Bill’s resignations from these positions with great regret and wish him all the very best. On behalf of the VBA Council and the Victorian … Continue reading “Thank You Bill Jacobs (from the President)”
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The ABF’s new technology platform “My ABF” has just been launched. This gives players a personal ABF account they can login to. Over time this will grow to be their main online interaction for all bridge activities and allow them to: Manage personal details View masterpoints View, enter, and pay for bridge events See announcements … Continue reading “The ABF’s new technology platform My ABF has just been launched”
Continue ReadingThe 2020 ANC is being held in Adelaide from July 11 to 23. The Victorian State Team selection events being held at the VBA are as follows: Victorian Open Team: Open Butler event being held on Jan 22, 29, Feb 5,12, 19 & March 4. The winners of this play off in the Open Team … Continue reading “2020 Victorian Selection Events”
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