1^st December 2011 saw Crest staff members Kerry, Mitch, Teegan and Nina cooking up a storm for the students, teachers, friends and family at the Hunter Orthopaedic School’s 2011 Presentation BBQ.

We, at Crest, are proud to donate our efforts and our time to deserving organisations such as the Hunter Orthopaedic School. Our efforts, we know, are always appreciated with an enjoyable time being had by all.

We look forward to many more events at the school.

2011 Crest Invitational Corporate Charity Challenge - Newcastle Golf Course

November 11th, 2011 saw Crest Financial Services hold another successful Charity Golf Day at Newcastle Golf Course.

With the course in tip top condition, a field of 90 players gathered to take on the challenge.  

Following a bacon and egg breakfast, the players headed out to play a four man ambrose competition.

There were a number of challenges on the course including Nearest to Pin, Longest Drive and Straightest Drive.

The lucky winners for the day were the Ace Scaffolding team consisting of Ryan Zeitsch, Mitch Bates, Scott Talirico and Mitch Ramsbotham (pictured across) with a net score of 51½ . This was followed by a close second and third by the teams at Hulin Chadwick Lawyers (53½) and Sharp Electronics Group (54 ¼).

All proceeds made from the day were donated to our nominated charities which include:  Riding for the Disabled Raymond Terrace, Hunter Orthopaedic School and Legacy Australia.

Pictured across and from the left: Nina Threlfo of Crest, Graham Finch (Principal of Hunter Orthopaedic School), Carol Brown (Representing Riding for the Disabled, Raymond Terrace) & Paul Howden (Managing Director of Crest).

Maitland Business Chamber Blood Drive Challenge touches the hearts of our East Maitland staff.

October 2011:  It was scary, however Susan Mullard (pictured with Billy the Blood Drop) raised herself up and allowed the donation of blood to flow.

"I was extremely scared before my first blood donation, after donating I realised there was nothing to be afraid of. I've now booked to donate again in 12 weeks time."

Red Cross Blood Service spokesperson Talia Bissett is encouraging those who may be scared of donating to follow Susan's lead.

"The tiny pinch of the needle only lasts a couple of seconds. Yet your blood could mean a lifetime to the person who receives it."

The challenge encourages staff of Maitland businesses to donate blood not only to support their community, but also in the hope of taking out the challenge title. The competition is on between businesses to see which one can donate the most blood before November 30.

1 in 3 people will need blood at sometime in their lifetime, yet only 1 in 30 donates.

We at Crest Financial Services are proud to be a part of this life saving challenge.

Well done team...

Pictured from left: Susan Mullard, Nina Threlfo, Mitchell Brown, Kieran Foley, Lynn Ozard & Kerrie Howden.

Congratulations to The Crest Financial Services team who participated in the 2011 Avon Race held on Sunday 23rd October on the Newcastle foreshore, NSW. The Breast Cancer Institute were delighted that over 3,200 entrants helped to make the 15th and final Avon race for research the best ever!

Funds raised are still being tallied but it is hoped to reach $50,000. The funds will be directed to the national breast cancer research programs of the Australia and New Zealand Breast Cancer Trials Group.

Crest to the Barbeque

Culinary skills came to the fore when, on Friday 3rd December 2010, a number of Crest’s staff donated time to help out at Hunter Orthopaedic School’s 2010 Presentation BBQ.

Paul, James, Greg, Chantelle, Rene and Nina cooked up a storm for the students, family, friends and staff. Their efforts were greatly appreciated; a delicious lunch and a fun time was enjoyed by all.

We look forward to helping out at the school again soon.

2010 Crest Invitational Corporate Charity Challenge - Newcastle Golf Course

It was a grey showery morning Friday 15th October, 2010 but that did not deter the 100 plus keen golfers who came along to participate in the 2010 Crest Invitational Corporate Charity Challenge held at Newcastle Golf Course. After a warming breakfast the players headed out to play a round of four man ambrose competition. 

Trivia questions (which I am told were rather hard) were put to the players at each hole as well as a number of other challenges including: Nearest to Pin, Longest Drive, Straightest Drive and the Pink Panther Challenge.  

The rain persisted nearly all morning but did not discourage our golfers. 

The lucky winners of the day were the team from Steven Parrot Solicitors (Nelson Bay) with an impressive 53 ¾ net score. 

The day was a great success with all proceeds of the day going to Crest's nominated charities: Hunter Orthopaedic School, Humpty Dumpty Foundation and Riding for the Disabled Association. 

We would like to say thank you to all our Sponsors and Corporate Supporters for helping to make the day possible. 

We would also like to thank Paul Foulcher and his team at Newcastle Golf Club. Thank you all.

Pictured: Paul Howden (Managing Director of Crest) presenting Jan Sharp (representing Riding for the Disabled at Raymond Terrace) with a donation from Crest Financial Services.

Hunter Orthopaedic School

Crest Financial Services Pty Ltd are proud patrons of the Hunter Orthopaedic School. The school, located in Waratah, caters for students of preschool to year 12 with physical and intellectual disabilities. The school follows a mainstream curriculum as well as life skills and distance education programs. Students work towards outcomes as determined by their individual programs.

Blood Donation

Employees of Crest Financial Services regularly donate blood to the Red Cross Blood Bank. They enjoy the trip to the blood bank and the party pies, milk shakes and all the friendly nurses while giving to the community.
 

B B Q Breakfast

To thank the staff at the Hunter Orthopaedic School for their efforts and contributions throughout the year, staff at Crest volunteered their time at the school to prepare a BBQ breakfast for the staff of the school.

Pictured to right: Paul Howden, Samantha Burns, Rob Lasance and Julie Sponberg demonstrating their cooking expertise.

Crest Invitational Corporate Charity Challenge

Crest holds an Annual Invitational Corporate Charity Challenge Golf Day.

Representatives from the business communities of Newcastle, Maitland and Port Stephens rally together and put business interests aside for the day to help raise money for The Hunter Orthopaedic School.
 

Paul Howden, Managing Director of Crest Financial Services, said "The school does an incredible job in helping and supporting the children and their families and is very worthy of any support they can muster".

Pictured: Paul Howden, Managing Director of Crest, presenting the donations from the day to Jan Butcher, Principal of The Hunter Orthopaedic School.