The First Fleet The First Fleet of ships to carry convicts from England to Botany Bay sailed from Portsmouth, England, on 13 May 1787. It arrived at Botany Bay on 18 January 1788. When that place proved unsuitable for a settlement the fleet made its way a short distance up the coast and on 25 January 1788 entered what is now known as Sydney Harbour and anchored in Sydney Cove. 

AWS and CACC will commemorate Captain Arthur Philip’s landing of the first fleet. In Australia the day will be celebrated in all states and territories of Australia, as we celebrate here in Toronto, on Wednesday, January 25th at The Albany Club. As is our custom, the evening begins at 6:30 with a reception on the Fourth Floor followed by a four course dinner at 7:30 in the main dining room. The Albany Club Executive Chef Jay Parhar, has once again put together a splendid menu and as always, there will be wines, and special door prizes, all included with the ticket price of $125.00 per person. 

Australia Day Menu 

Tea and Coffee 

There will be door prizes, and entertainment from our friend Peter Shaw, the strolling man from down under. Peter asks you to bring your enthusiasm and your voice to join in and make this a memorable Australia Day evening. 

Our thanks to Churchill Cellars Ltd., who are providing the main course wine d'Arry's Original Shiraz Grenache, a full-bodied, fruit-driven Australian classic that will match well with the Lamb Shanks. 

Please note that we are limited to 120 seats for this event, so reserve early. Tickets are $125.00 for AWS Members and Guests, CACC Members and Guests, including all taxes and gratuities. Business suit is appropriate, with Black Tie optional and always welcomed. 

The link to on line registration is http://aday2012.eventbrite.com Or download the Registration Form and mail to AWS, c/o Barbara Barde, 900 Yonge Street, Suite 503, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 3P5

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