Nov
30
2022 Past Event
St Andrew's Day Church Service
Emmanuel College
18:00 – 19:00
Members and Supporters, Reviving a tradition that has fallen into abeyance in the last few years, President of the Society, Scott Malcolmson, has arranged a service for this coming St Andrew's Day at 6:00pm at the chapel of Emmanuel College at the University of Queensland. Our Chaplain, Revd Graeme MacKay, will lead the service. All who wish to attend are welcome
Nov
25
2022 Past Event
2022 St Andrew's Day Men's Dinner
Pullman Brisbane King George Square
18:45 – 23:00
73rd St Andrew's Day Men's Dinner GUEST SPEAKER Professor Ross Crawford Pre-dinner drinks from 6.45pm PLEASE BE SEATED BY 7.30PM SHARP Dress: Kilt and Formal Jacket, Dinner Suit or Mess Jacket. Decorations – Miniatures Full details of your party can be entered during the ordering process on this website. Entry will be by name card available at the door. RSVP Friday 11 November with names and payment If you wish to attend but ticket sales have ended, which will occur at 11:59pm on 14 November, please email treasurer@standrewsociety.com to see if a booking can still be made. If you would prefer to use the paper Inviation form, please click on this link Presentation of Younger Clansmen Members are invited to take advantage of the evening to nominate younger relatives or friends who intend to join the Society for presentation as a Younger Clansman. Indicate by checking the box against their name as you go through the order process - you will be contacted with further details before the dinner. Table Sponsors Sponsors will be acknowledged: on the menu on the table names displayed and acknowledged on the night. Here is an opportunity for your firm, business, clan or family to formally support the Society. Price is $200 per table and a maximum of 48 are available. Please purchase your table sponsorship through the order process. Pipers ....... attending the dinner are invited to bring along their pipes for the “Pipers' Parade”. Please check the box next to name(s) on your order who wish to participate. Generational Members The Society is proud and indeed privileged to acknowledge the kind support of members across the generations. Please use the drop down boxes provided if more than two generations of one family in your party are attending the dinner.
Aug
27
2022 Past Event
St Andrew's Society 75th Anniversary Gala Ball
Brisbane City Hall
18:00 – 23:00
Jan
28
2022 Past Event
2022 Burns Supper
United Service Club Queensland
18:00 – 23:00
  THE SOCIETY OF ST. ANDREW OF SCOTLAND (QLD) PRESENTS FOR OUR LADS AND LASSIES AND THEIR "TRUSTY DROUTHY CRONIES" QUEENSLAND'S BEST BURNS SUPPER DRESS - HIGHLAND, LOWLAND ANYTHING BUT DENIM! CASH BAR Covid 19 advice from the United Service Club: Evidence of full vaccination will have to be presented on entry for all visitors to the Club over the age of 16 years. We request that all Members ensure their guests to the Club are aware of the mandate prior to coming to the Club. This is a significant change and means that when visiting the Club or attending an event, it will be mandatory to present your Government-issued COVID-19 vaccination certificate on entry to the Club. From the 19 th of November, you’ll be able to link your vaccination certificate into your check-in Qld app. This will be the simplest method for those already using the check-in app. A benefit to the Club of this change is that there won’t be, any restrictions on numbers of vaccinated people within the Clubhouse. Further information is available at the Qld Government website: - Link here   NOTE: As we are nearly at the capacity of the venue, we have ceased automatic ticket sales.  If you wish to attend please call Alex McConnell on 0417 783 740 For a printable version of this invitation click on THIS LINK _____________________________ Program Message of Welcome from your MC Selkirk Grace "Some hae meat and canna eat, and some wad eat that want it; But we hae meat, and we can eat And sae the Lord be thankit." Address To A Haggis "Is there that owre his French ragout Or olio would staw a sow  Or fricassee would make her spew wi' perfect scunner Looks doon wi' sneerin', scornfu' view on sic a dinner" Supper "What tho' on hamely fare we dine, Wear hodden grey, and a' that; Gie fools their silks, and knaves their wine A man's a man for a' that" Tea and Coffee "What are all the boasted advantages which my country reaps from a certain union that can counterbalance the annihilation of her independence and even her very name!" Toasts "Let kings and courtiers rise and fa' This world has many turns But brightly beams aboon them a', The Star O' Rabbie Burns" Piping Medley Selection of Songs INVESTMENT - $100.00 (INCLUSIVE OF A WELCOMING DRAM!) BOOKING OPTIONS - 1. Book your ticket online here 2. Direct transfer to the Society Bank Account at Westpac : BSB: 034 115, A/C No. : 500 860 3. Forward your made out cheque to: Society of St Andrew of Scotland (Qld) Ltd P.O. Box 352, Mt Gravatt, QLD, 4122 If using 2 or 3, please also confirm by e-mail to "treasurer@standrewsociety.com" advising the names of each member of your party. If you make a booking for others or invite anyone, please pass on the information on this page to them. Note that vaccination requirements for entry to the club will be in place and the Society can not be responsible for any person being denied entry and losing their subscription. See covid19.qld.gov.au for the latest health provisions. IRSVP : 7th January 2022 - Tables of 8 or 10 are available if you are bringing a group. Table allocations will be displayed at the door and name tags will be on the tables Telephone inquiries to CRAIG McHARDY: 0412 448 721 Booking inquiries to ALEX McCONNELL: 0417 783 740        
Jan
29
2021 Past Event
2021 Burns Supper
United Service Club Queensland
18:00 – 23:00
The Burns Supper on 29 January is now fully subscribed and you will not be able to book a ticket through this system. If you wish to be placed on a waiting list in case of cancellations or changes in the Civd19 regulations permitting more people to attend, please seed an email to treasurer@standrewsociety.com with names of those who would attend. THE SOCIETY OF ST. ANDREW OF SCOTLAND (QLD) PRESENTS FOR OUR LADS AND LASSIES AND THEIR "TRUSTY DROUTHY CRONIES" QUEENSLAND'S BEST BURNS SUPPER DRESS - HIGHLAND, LOWLAND ANYTHING BUT DENIM! CASH BAR (Please book early - numbers are limited because of Covid 19 restrictions) Those attending may be screened on arrival and declined admittance if sick and any who become sick during the function may be required to leave. For a printable version of this invitation click on THIS LINK _____________________________ Program Message of Welcome from your MC Selkirk Grace "Some hae meat and canna eat, and some wad eat that want it; But we hae meat, and we can eat And sae the Lord be thankit." Address To A Haggis "Is there that owre his French ragout Or olio would staw a sow  Or fricassee would make her spew wi' perfect scunner Looks doon wi' sneerin', scornfu' view on sic a dinner" Supper "What tho' on hamely fare we dine, Wear hodden grey, and a' that; Gie fools their silks, and knaves their wine A man's a man for a' that" Tea and Coffee "What are all the boasted advantages which my country reaps from a certain union that can counterbalance the annihilation of her independence and even her very name!" Toasts "Let kings and courtiers rise and fa' This world has many turns But brightly beams aboon them a', The Star O' Rabbie Burns" Piping Medley Selection of Songs INVESTMENT - $100.00 (INCLUSIVE OF A WELCOMING DRAM!) BOOKING OPTIONS - 1. Book your ticket online here 2. Direct transfer to the Society Bank Account at Westpac : BSB: 034 115, A/C No. : 500 860 3. Forward your made out cheque to: Society of St Andrew of Scotland (Qld) Ltd P.O. Box 3233, South Brisbane BC, QLD, 4101 If using 2 or 3, please also confirm by e-mail to "treasurer@standrewsociety.com" advising the names of each member of your party. If you book for a group, we may have to spread them over several tables to fit with the club’s physical distancing requirements. Refer to covid19.qld.gov.au for information about government restrictions If you make a booking for others, please pass on the information on this page to them. RSVP : 25th January 2021 Telephone inquiries to SCOTT MALCOLMSON: 0422 383 610 Booking inquiries to ALEX McCONNELL: 0417 783 740        
Jan
25
2020 Past Event
2020 Burns Supper
United Service Club Queensland
18:00 – 23:00
THE SOCIETY OF ST. ANDREW OF SCOTLAND (QLD) PRESENTS FOR OUR LADS AND LASSIES AND THEIR "TRUSTY DROUTHY CRONIES" QUEENSLAND'S BEST BURNS SUPPER DRESS - HIGHLAND, LOWLAND ANYTHING BUT DENIM! CASH BAR (Please book early - numbers are limited) Program   Message of Welcome from your MC Selkirk Grace "Some and some wad eat that want it; But we hae meat, and we can eat And sae the Lord be thankit."hae meat and canna eat, Address To A Haggis "Is there that Or olio would staw a sow Or fricassee would make her spew wi' perfect scunner Looks doon wi' sneerin', scornfu' view on sic a dinner"owre his French ragout Supper "What tho' on Wear hodden grey, and a' that; Gie fools their silks, and knaves their wine A man's a man for a' that"hamely fare we dine, Tea and Coffee "What are all the boasted advantages which my country reaps from a certain union that can counterbalance the annihilation of her independence and even her very name!" Toasts "Let kings and courtiers rise and fa' This world has many turns But brightly beams aboon them a', The Star O' Rabbie Burns" Piping Medley Selection of Songs INVESTMENT - $100.00 (INCLUSIVE OF A WELCOMING DRAM!) BOOKING OPTIONS - 1. Book your ticket online here 2. Direct transfer to the Society Bank Account at Westpac : BSB: 034 115, A/C No. : 500 860 3. Forward your made out cheque to: Society of St Andrew of Scotland (Qld) Ltd P.O. Box 3233, South Brisbane BC, QLD, 4101 If using 2 or 3, please also confirm by e-mail to "treasurer@standrewssociety.com" advising the names of each member of your party.   RSVP : 20th January 2020 Telephone inquiries to JOHN LUNNY: 0412 679 088 Booking inquiries to ALEX McCONNELL: 0417 783 740        
Nov
29
2019 Past Event
2019 St Andrew's Day Men's Dinner
Pullman Brisbane King George Square
18:45 – 23:00
72nd St Andrew's Day Men's Dinner 2019 GUEST SPEAKER The Hon Justice P Morrison Judge of Appeal Supreme Court of Queensland   Pre-dinner drinks from 6.45pm PLEASE BE SEATED BY 7.30PM SHARP Dress: Kilt and Formal Jacket, Dinner Suit or Mess Jacket. Decorations – Miniatures Full details of your party can be entered during the ordering process on this website. Entry will be by name card available at the door. RSVP Thursday 14 November If you would prefer to use the paper Inviation form, please click on this link Presentation of Younger Clansmen Members are invited to take advantage of the evening to nominate younger relatives or friends who intend to join the Society for presentation as a Younger Clansman. Indicate by checking the box against their name as you go through the order process - you will be contacted with further details before the dinner. Table Sponsors Sponsors will be acknowledged: on the menu on the table names displayed and acknowledged on the night. Here is an opportunity for your firm, business, clan or family to formally support the Society. Price is $200 per table and a maximum of 48 are available. Please purchase your table sponsorship through the order process. Pipers ....... attending the dinner are invited to bring along their pipes for the “Pipers' Parade”. Please check the box next to name(s) on your order who wish to participate. Generational Members The Society is proud and indeed privileged to acknowledge the kind support of members across the generations. Please use the drop down boxes provided if more than two generations of one family in your party are attending the dinner.
Jun
06
2019 Past Event
Whisky Tasting - A Taste of Tain / World Whisky of the Year
United Service Club Queensland
18:00 – 21:00
The St Andrew Society of Scotland Qld (Inc) is excited to present our first Whisky Tasting Event of 2019.  The Society invites Members & Guests to the Untied Service Club on Thursday June 6 (at 6:00pm for 6:30pm) for a "Taste of Tain & World Whisky of the Year"  Tickets: $55pp includes 9 Single Malt Whiskys from Glen Morangie & Ardberg & assorted platters Tickets are limited. Members are encouraged to book early to secure their place for what promises to be a wonderful evening.   
Jan
25
2019 Past Event
2019 Burns Supper
Emmanuel College
18:00 – 23:00
THE SOCIETY OF ST. ANDREW OF SCOTLAND (QLD) PRESENTS FOR OUR LADS AND LASSIES AND THEIR "TRUSTY DROUTHY CRONIES" QUEENSLAND'S BEST BURNS SUPPER DRESS - HIGHLAND, LOWLAND ANYTHING BUT DENIM! CASH BAR (Please book early - numbers are limited) Program   Message of Welcome from your MC Selkirk Grace "Some and some wad eat that want it; But we hae meat, and we can eat And sae the Lord be thankit."hae meat and canna eat, Address To A Haggis "Is there that Or olio would staw a sow Or fricassee would make her spew wi' perfect scunner Looks doon wi' sneerin', scornfu' view on sic a dinner"owre his French ragout Supper "What tho' on Wear hodden grey, and a' that; Gie fools their silks, and knaves their wine A man's a man for a' that"hamely fare we dine, Tea and Coffee "What are all the boasted advantages which my country reaps from a certain union that can counterbalance the annihilation of her independence and even her very name!" Toasts "Let kings and courtiers rise and fa' This world has many turns But brightly beams aboon them a', The Star O' Rabbie Burns" Piping Medley Selection of Songs INVESTMENT - $95.00 (INCLUSIVE OF A WELCOMING DRAM!) BOOKING OPTIONS - 1. Book your ticket online 2. Direct transfer to the Society Bank Account at Westpac : BSB: 034 115, A/C No. : 500 860 3. Forward Society of St Andrew of Scotland (Qld) Ltd P.O. Box 3233, South Brisbane BC, QLD, 4101your made out cheque to: If using 2 or 3, please also confirm by e-mail to "treasurer@standrewssociety.com" advising the names of each member of your party.   RSVP : 17th January 2019 Telephone inquiries to JOHN LUNNY   : 0412 679 088    
Nov
30
2018 Past Event
2018 St Andrew's Day Men's Dinner
Pullman Brisbane King George Square
18:45 – 23:00
71st St Andrew's Day Men's Dinner 2018 GUEST SPEAKER Mr John Lunny John, a Councillor of the Society, hails from Greenock on the Clyde which also gave us James Watt (serious inventor) and Chic Murray (serious comedian). John (not so serious retired solicitor) will remind us of Scotland’s fantastic contribution to the Australian music scene Pre-dinner drinks from 6.45pm PLEASE BE SEATED BY 7.30PM SHARP Dress: Kilt and Formal Jacket, Dinner Suit or Mess Jacket. Decorations – Miniatures Full details of your party can be entered during the ordering process on this website. Entry will be by name card available at the door. RSVP Thursday 15 November If you would prefer to use the paper Inviation form, please click on this link Presentation of Younger Clansmen Members are invited to take advantage of the evening to nominate younger relatives or friends who intend to join the Society for presentation as a Younger Clansman. Indicate by checking the box against their name as you go through the order process - you will be contacted with further details before the dinner. Table Sponsors Sponsors will be acknowledged: on the menu on the table names displayed and acknowledged on the night. Here is an opportunity for your firm, business, clan or family to formally support the Society. Price is $200 per table and a maximum of 48 are available. Please purchase your table sponsorship through the order process. Pipers ....... attending the dinner are invited to bring along their pipes for the “Pipers' Parade”. Please check the box next to name(s) on your order who wish to participate. Generational Members The Society is proud and indeed privileged to acknowledge the kind support of members across the generations. Please use the drop down boxes provided if more than two generations of one family in your party are attending the dinner.
Aug
17
2018 Past Event
Edinglassie Night
Queensland Club
19:00 – 23:00
The President cordially invites you and your friends to attend the Society of St Andrews of Scotland 2018 Edinglassie Night.  A Scottish themed haggis & two-course dinner will be held in the Main Dining Room, continuing on to the Gold Room for communal singing and dancing.  Be entertained with the Address to the Haggis, Piping, and a magnificent display of Highland Dancing.  Hostess: Ms Jacqui McPherson You are invited to present your daughters and/or female relatives or friends, who have attained the age of 18 years, as younger Clanswomen.  If you wish to do so please email the following details to treasurer@standrewsociety.com Presenter, Presenter's phone and email. Younger Clanswoman's name, relationship to the presenter. Please make sure you book a ticket for the Younger Clanswoman  DRESS CODE Lads - Kilt - Black Tie Lassies - Cocktail - After 5 PARKING Onsite parking  BOOKING ENQUIRIES Treasurer Alex McConnell: treasurer@standrewsociety.com or 0417 783 740 Book a whole table (10 people) for yourself and your friends, GENERAL ENQUIRIES Scott Malcolmson: malcolmson@qldbar.asn.au or 0422 383 610
May
03
2018 Past Event
Members Meet 'n' Mingle - Inaugural Whisky Tasting
United Service Club
18:00 – 20:00
The Society is delighted to invite members and guests - lads and lassies - to this opportunity to mingle with Society members and supporters whilst enjoying the delights of a classic dram or two. Delicious canapés, a welcoming drink - beer, wine or softies - on arrival and throughout, will be supplemented by an address on "The Charms of Whisky" to be presented by Council Member, John Lunny. In the course of his presentation, John will introduce us to his "5KPI's" of good whisky and to a duo of his favourite contrasting drops - "Glenfarclas" from the banks of the Spey and "Lagavulin" from the island of Islay. Needless to say both malts will be tasted and toasted with gusto along the way. This shall be a memorable event in the historic setting of the United Service Club. Bookings essential - don't miss it ! Cover Charge : Members $ 50.00 : Non-members $ 60.00 (payable in advance or at the door)
Feb
02
2018 Past Event
2018 Burns Supper
Emmanuel College
18:30 – 23:00
THE SOCIETY OF ST. ANDREW OF SCOTLAND (QLD) PRESENTS FOR OUR LADS AND LASSIES AND THEIR "TRUSTY DROUTHY CRONIES" QUEENSLAND'S BEST BURNS SUPPER FRIDAY FEBRUARY 2nd 2018 6:00pm for 6:30pm EMMANUEL COLLEGE, Sir William McGregor Drive, St. Lucia DRESS - HIGHLAND, LOWLAND ANYTHING BUT DENIM! CASH BAR (Please book early - numbers are limited) INVESTMENT - $90.00 (inclusive of a welcoming dram!) RSVP 12 JANUARY 2018   PAYMENT OPTIONS - 1. Book by using this on-line facility 2. Direct transfer to the Society bank account at Westpac: BSB: 034 115 A/C No.: 500 860 3. Forward your made out cheque to: Society of St Andrew of Scotland (Qld) Ltd PO Box 3233, South Brisbane BC, QLD, 4101   Booking enquiries to treasurer@ssaqld.com.au Telephone Inquiries to JOHN LUNNY: 0412 679 088 Program Message of Welcome from your MC Selkirk Grace "Some hae meat and canna eat, and some wad eat that want it; But we hae meat, and we can eat And sae the Lord be thankit." Address To A Haggis "Ye Pow'rs wha mak mankind your care, And dish them out their bill o' fare, Auld Scotland wants nae skinking ware, That jaups in luggies; But, if ye wish her gratefu' prayer, Gie her a haggis!" SUPPER Cockaleekie Soup Haggis, Bashed Neeps and Champit Tatties Clootie Dumpling and Whisky Sauce "What tho' on hamely fare we dine, Wear hodden grey, and a' that; Gie fools their silks, and knaves their wine A man's a man for a' that" TEA and COFFEE "The story of Wallace powered a Scottish prejudice in my veins which will boil along there until the flood-gates of life shut in eternal rest." Toasts The Loyal Toast "But while we sing God save the King, We'll ne'er forget the People!" The Immortal Memory "Then let us toast John Barleycorn, Each man a glass in hand; And may his great posterity Ne'er fail in old Scotland!" Toast tae the Lassies "There's nought but care on ev'ry han', In every hour that passes, O: What signifies the life o' man An' 'twere na for the lasses, O." The Reply frae the Lassies "He's doylt and he's dozin; His blood it is frozen - O, dreary's the night Wi' a crazy auld man!" Toast to the Twa Lands Piping Medley Selection of Songs Auld Lang Syne - The Gathering "And there's a hand, my trusty fiere, And gie's a hand o' thine, And we'll tak a right guid-willie waught For auld lang syne!" HASTE YE BACK! AND SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!
Nov
24
2017 Past Event
2017 St Andrew's Day Men's Dinner
Pullman Brisbane King George Square
18:45 – 23:00
70th St Andrew's Day Men's Dinner 2017 GUEST SPEAKER Dr Daniel McDiarmid Principal Consultant, AskRIGHT and Chair  Emmanuel College Foundation Pre-dinner drinks from 6.45pm PLEASE BE SEATED BY 7.30PM SHARP Dress: Kilt and Formal Jacket, Dinner Suit or Dress Jacket. Decorations – Miniatures Full details of your party can be entered during the ordering process on this website. A copy of the printed invitation can be viewed by clicking HERE Please note that physical tickets are not issued - entry will be by name card available at the door Presentation of Younger Clansmen Members are invited to take advantage of the evening to nominate younger relatives or friends who intend to join the Society for presentation as a Younger Clansman. Indicate by checking the box against their name as you go through the order process - you will be contacted with further details before the dinner. Table Sponsors Sponsors will be acknowledged: on the menu on the table names displayed and acknowledged on the night. Here is an opportunity for your firm, business, clan or family to formally support the Society. Price is $200 per table and a maximum of 48 are available. Please purchase your table sponsorship through the order process. Pipers ....... attending the dinner are invited to bring along their pipes for the “Pipers' Parade”. Please check the box next to name(s) on your .order who wish to participate. Generational Members The Society is proud and indeed privileged to acknowledge the kind support of members across the generations.. Please use the drop down boxes provided if more than two generations of one family in your party are attending the dinner.
Jan
20
2017 Past Event
2017 Burns Supper
United Service Club, Wickham Terrace, Brisbane, Qld, 4000
06:30 – 11:00
THE SOCIETY OF ST. ANDREW OF SCOTLAND (QLD) PRESENTS FOR OUR LADS AND LASSIES AND THEIR "TRUSTY DROUTHY CRONIES" QUEENSLAND'S BEST BURNS SUPPER FRIDAY JANUARY 20th 2017 6:00pm for 6:30pm "THE GLASGOW ROOM", UNITED SERVICES CLUB DRESS - HIGHLAND, LOWLAND ANYTHING BUT DENIM! CASH BAR (Please book early - numbers are limited) INVESTMENT - $85.00 (inclusive of a welcoming dram!)   PAYMENT OPTIONS - 1. Forward your made out cheque to: Society of St Andrew of Scotland (Qld) Ltd PO Box 3233, South Brisbane BC, QLD, 4101 2. Direct transfer to the Society bank account at Westpac: BSB: 034 115 A/C No.: 500 860 3. Book by using this on-line facility Please also confirm by email to "treasurer@standrewsociety.com", advising the names of each member of your party. Telephone Inquiries to JOHN LUNNY: 0412 679 088 Program Message of Welcome from your MC Selkirk Grace "Some hae meat and canna eat, and some wad eat that want it; But we hae meat, and we can eat And sae the Lord be thankit." Address To A Haggis "Ye Pow'rs wha mak mankind your care, And dish them out their bill o' fare, Auld Scotland wants nae skinking ware, That jaups in luggies; But, if ye wish her gratefu' prayer, Gie her a haggis!" SUPPER Cockaleekie Soup Haggis, Bashed Neeps and Champit Tatties Clootie Dumpling and Whisky Sauce "What tho' on hamely fare we dine, Wear hodden grey, and a' that; Gie fools their silks, and knaves their wine A man's a man for a' that" TEA and COFFEE "The story of Wallace powered a Scottish prejudice in my veins which will boil along there until the flood-gates of life shut in eternal rest." Toasts The Loyal Toast "But while we sing God save the King, We'll ne'er forget the People!" The Immortal Memory "Then let us toast John Barleycorn, Each man a glass in hand; And may his great posterity Ne'er fail in old Scotland!" Toast tae the Lassies "There's nought but care on ev'ry han', In every hour that passes, O: What signifies the life o' man An' 'twere na for the lasses, O." The Reply frae the Lassies "He's doylt and he's dozin; His blood it is frozen - O, dreary's the night Wi' a crazy auld man!" Toast to the Twa Lands Piping Medley Selection of Songs Auld Lang Syne - The Gathering "And there's a hand, my trusty fiere, And gie's a hand o' thine, And we'll tak a right guid-willie waught For auld lang syne!" HASTE YE BACK! AND SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!