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Resort Update
I can't believe that it is the end June and half the year gone already...!!
June / July School holidays have commenced and it is
a very busy period for us with lots of families enjoying their time together and the weather has been pretty good (we cant complain... it is winter...!!!)
The 2017 Gold Coast Whale Watching Season has started and will bring around 20,000 Humpback Whales past the stunning beachfront of Burleigh Heads/ Miami and along the stretch of Gold Coast beaches until to November 2017. Some of our guests have spotted the whales from their balconies or on rooftop BBQ area.
As
always, all our departments are very busy keeping our resort looking it's best.
Dave, Ben, John and Paul from the Maintenance Team have been flat out keeping up with maintenance issues. Beatriz and her Housekeeping Team have been washing, cleaning, polishing and dusting to keep the resort looking spic and span. Dan, our Groundsman & Gardener has been
loving this beatiful weather as his gardens are thriving. Lee and Eddie, our night security /cleaners are constantly on the godoing the
rubbish run, cleaning common areas & facilites, fixing any after hours maintenace issues that come up and checking in late arrivals.
Reception is kept on their toes, checking guests in and out of units, confirming bookings, handing out sporting equipment and organising theme park tickets and day trips.
We really appreciate all the hard work our staff put into the resort - Thank you..!!
The maintenance & trailer lockup area in lower basement has been finished
. They have
also helped stripped out unit 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9 in preparation for Symcorp Building Services to
renovate the bathrooms.
Look forward to
seeing
you at our beautiful resort.
Susie Lloyd-Smithe
Assistant Manager
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Dan, our resident Garden & Groundsman
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How good do our gardens look...!!
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Maintenance & Trailer enclosure in lower basement.
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Whales breaching off the coast. (Photo courtesy of Sea World Whale Watch).
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Happy Birthday Beatriz..!!
(Pictured: Beatriz and Renee)
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School holidays are here again, and it is wonderful to see the children around the resort, enjoying the amenities and sunny winter days. And with the onset of winter, the whales have begun their migration north to deliver their calves and members have already reported sightings made from their balconies looking east.
On your next visit, take some time to inspect the highway side of the resort, where our gardener Dan has been working away to improve the 'curb appeal' of the resort. And members who have already seen the area have been unanimous in their praise for his work. The area now looks wonderful. The gardens look fresh and tidy, with new edging and terraces. The seated area will been screened from the highway for additional privacy, and already the housekeeping team have decided that this will be their new lunch room!
With the Annual General Meeting just five months away, you will see elsewhere in this newsletter that the location has been chosen, and this year we will be returning to the Currumbin RSL. Note that both the meeting and the luncheon will be held at the venue.
I am also delighted to report the continuation of the bathroom refurbishment project, with units 5 to 9 (the top floor of the Norfolk building) currently under construction. It was a little noisy for the first few days while demolition was completed, but the contractors have started the reconstruction phase.
Finally, I would like to say a deep and sincere 'thank you' to all those who contributed to the CEO Sleepout. I spent a cold and uncomfortable night out, and was very humbled by all the donations and messages of support that helped to remind me of the tremendously worthy cause which we were all there to support. Many.thanks to you all. Your generosity was most graciously appreciated.
Until I welcome you back to this wonderful resort,
Tony Houlahan
Resort Manager
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Hello members,
Over the past month the board has been busy discussing the bathroom renovations and how to continue. After lengthy deliberations via multiple emails a motion was put forward to continue with the refurbishment of five more units over a five week period allowing time to obtain further quotes for the board to conduct an appraisal of all of the information at the next board meeting scheduled on Friday night 14th July.
With the Board’s promise to its members of completing as many bathrooms as possible this year a majority of the board voted to pass the motion. With the motion being passed, units 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 are currently being refurbished using the same contractor that completed units 16 and 17. This will allow the Board at the next meeting to view the two completed and five currently being refurbished units which will assist in the Board’s decision on moving forward.
On our Saturday meeting the Board will spend the day deliberating on the Strategic and Business plans for moving MS forward with agenda items like future redevelopment plans, promoting MS to a younger membership, marketing to obtain a higher occupancy and so on.
As all members can agree, the resort has not looked better, we have a wonderful cohesive team constantly working hard for its members - A great job done by all!!
Until next month,
Nigel Coupland
Chairman
Mariner Shores Resort
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Finance News
2017 / 2018 MAINTENANCE LEVIES
One Bedroom Apartment - $779.64
Two Bedroom Apartment - $915.42
Three Bedroom Apartment - $1,054.80
Levy notices have been posted - please let us know if you have not received in invoice.
A courtesy reminder:
Payment for levies is due on 31st July 2017.
If you are having difficulties paying the levy please contact us to discuss a payment plan.
A
RC M
ercantile (Debt Collection Agency) has collected almost $261,000 in
delinqu
ent Maintenance Levies from January 2016 to end of May 2017.
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Whilst this major sporting event is still months away, we suggest you make your holiday booking as soon as possible so you don't miss out.
The opening ceremony will be held on Wednesday 4th April 2018 and the closing ceremony on Sunday 15th April 2018.
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Meet the crew from
SYMCORP BUILDING SERVICES
We have started the refurbishment of bathrooms. The bathrooms in units 15, 16 and 17 have been completed. The renovations are currently underway in units 5, 6, 7 ,8 and 9. These five units will take five weeks to complete.
If you're around the resort during this time - say 'Hello!' to the team from Symcorp.
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Have you booked your 2017 holiday yet?
If you haven’t yet made your booking for this year then don’t delay as available space is filling up quickly.
Bookings can be made up to 10 months in advance.
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Staff Member of the Month
June 2017
Felipe Vargas-Alvarez from our Housekeeping Team is our Staff Member
of the month for June 2017.
Felipe is one of our newest staff members, starting at the resort at begining of
February 2017.
Thank you so much for your hard work
and attention to detail.
Congratulations Felipe.
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MARINER SHORES RESORT
2017 AGM
2017 AGM will be held on
Sunday 26th November 2017
at Currumbin RSL Club
165 Duringan Street, Currumbin QLD 4223
Mariner Shores Resort 2017 AGM will start at 11.00am sharp
Lunch and drinks will be served at the Club after the meeting.
Visit this page
to read about the
dress regulations
and other conditions of entry.
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ORDER YOUR GROCERIES ONLINE FROM COLES
http://shop.coles.com.au/online
Click on the Register Button, fill in your details to create a personal account, choose
your delivery date and time.
Your groceries will be delivered to your Unit
before you arrive.
Our address is:
Mariner Shores Resort
260 The Esplanade
Miami QLD 4220
Phone: +61 7 5535 2177
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Update your Email Address
It is great to see members providing the resort with their email address. However, please don’t forget to advise the resort if you change email addresses.
Advantages to receiving your information by email include it being more timely and convenient as it can be delivered 7 days a week. It will also save Mariner Shores Resort money by reducing postage and printing costs, so the more owners who elect the email option the greater the savings will be.
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RCI DESTINATION OF THE MONTH
A NEW MONTHLY SERIES SHOWCASING HOW TO EAT, PLAY AND HAVE FUN WITH TRAVEL TIPS FROM US!
Dive in with us as we explore all that Fiji has to offer!
From vibrant corals to lush flora and even shopping for artfully sculpted, there’s something for the whole family!
www.rci-asia.com
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Important Dates to Remember
June / July School Holidays - 2017
Friday 23rd June to Friday 7th July 2017
September 2017
Friday 15th to Friday 29th September 2017
2017 AGM
Sunday 26th November 2017, to be held at Currumbin RSL Club (11.00am start)
Christmas School Holidays 2017 / 2018
Friday 15th December 2017 to Friday 26th January 2018
Should members have questions regarding the above information, please contact the
resort directly via email
enquiries@marinershores.com.au
or phone: (07) 5535 2177.
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ATTRACTIONS & THEME PARKS
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3 Park Passes: You can go to Movie World, Sea World & Wet ’n Wild for $79.99pp as long as you go on 3 consecutive days (under 3 years is free).
Sea World & Movie World don’t allow food & drinks other than fruit & bottled water (so bring a small backpack). Wet N’ Wild does allow you to bring a picnic lunch (so no commercially prepared food). Coin operated BBQ facilities are available.
Gold Coast Shuttles: Are the cheapest way to get around on Gold Coast if you do not have a car. A Gold Pass will allow you to get transfers to all theme parks (return), access
the Surfside Bus Line and they will also transfer to and from the Airport
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary: This is a National Trust of Queensland property operating on a not for profit basis. Established over 60 years ago, it offers a diverse range of Australian wildlife .
Outback Spectacular: For something different why not watch an Aussie style outback performance with horses, cattle dogs, cows & talented stockmen re-enacting iconic Australian history. All this plus a tantalizing 3 course BBQ dinner included. (Vegetarian meals are available) Beer, wine & soft drinks served throughout.
Don’t forget we can book these tours as well as most other Gold Coast attractions through reception, just ask our friendly staff.
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Go the Mighty Queenslanders! Good luck to the Maroons tonight as the look to level the series against NSW Blues. We will be in the Adult's lounge for a sausage sizzle before the big game.
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A Winter's Sunday morning at Mariner Shores. That's why we love this place!
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