We regret to inform the Society of the sad passing of member Ray Erenshaw, aged 88. Ray entered the industry via his involvement with the family’s Strand Theatre in Ashford (NSW). For many years he was the very proud operator of the Regent Theatre at nearby Delungra. He also operated picture-shows in Inverell and district,…
DetailsThe dates for the Victorian Branch activities for 2018 will be as follows: 1. Wednesday March 21st – Dinner function at the German Tivoli Club. 2. Wednesday May 16th – Meal and Movie day at Hoyts Chadstone. 3. Wednesday July 18th – Lunch function at the German Tivoli Club. 4. Wednesday Sept 19th – Meal…
DetailsHere we are pleased to present TWO heartfelt speeches on the night of the last Annual Dinner, celebrating the awarding of the Australian Pioneer of the Year for 2017 by Murray Forrest to Zareh Nalbandian. Click on the LINKS to enjoy the TWO video clips that were filmed on the night. In Sydney,…
DetailsA special message of congratulations to Zareh Nalbandian from the NSW/ACT Branch on being honoured as the Australian Cinema Pioneer of the Year for 2017. A truly worthy recipient and a great representative of our Industry. (Written by John Rochester)
DetailsThe Committee and Members of the NSW/ACT Branch congratulate Tim Read and Sandra Alexander on hosting a most enjoyable and very memorable evening to mark the 84th Anniversary Dinner for the Australian Cinema Pioneers. The event was well attended and the opportunity to catch up with old friends was appreciated by all. Thank you Tim…
DetailsNEW SOUTH WALES BRANCH REPORT FOR 2017 ANNUAL NEWSLETTER by John Rochester Since taking over as President of the New South Wales Branch in May 2015 the Branch Committee has been reviewing the needs of Members and seeking ways in which to improve the services to Members. The New South Wales Branch also encompasses the…
DetailsIt was October 21, 1952 and Barefoot Contessa staring Ava Gardner and James Mason played in black and white at Theatre 62 on Ronald Road. A 17-year-old June finished her chores and walked five streets to be met by a six foot two usher in a navy blue suit at the doorway of the theatre.…
DetailsWelcome! This is an exciting moment in the 84 year history of the Pioneers. We have a completely redesigned website and we have linked Facebook pages in each State. Communication between us all can now be much easier and faster. In launching the redesigned website, I am using the opportunity to bring members up to…
DetailsThe President and Executive Committee are pleased to advise that, Event Cinemas, Hoyts, Village, Birch Carroll & Coyle, Reading Australia, Wallis Cinemas (SA), Grand Cinemas (WA), and IMAX Theatres (in Sydney and Melbourne) will honour a Photo ID Pioneer Membership Card by offering complimentary admission to a Pioneer and one guest to participating cinemas on any…
DetailsMembers of the National Executive Committee met at Sony Pictures Releasing, Market Street Sydney on May 25 2017. Amongst the first items on the Agenda was a formal resolution which was carried unanimously and with acclamation thanking our retiring National Secretary-Treasurer, Bruce Leonard for his 25 years of devoted and highly successful service to the…
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