Monday, November 21, 2011

EX GUNNERS GATHERING AT 1 RAD PARA ON 19TH NOV 2011

Almost a hundred old timers, and some with their wives gathered as early as 1100hrs to meet up for lunch at Wisma Sri Kajang. The CO and Officers/SNCOs played joint host with the Gunners Club to allow a meeting up of these folks who came from Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, KL, and also elsewhere. Maj. Jais as the Zone Head, was the prime mover to gather the flock, ably assisted by some very dedicated retired other ranks. The Regiment did a splendid job on all the arrangements. The lunch was superb and came with an entertainment live Combo. The whole event was lively with lots of memories shared. After the lunch, a short meeting was held to allow the CO of 1Arty Para to outline the Golden Jubilee Celebrations preparations. Brig Gen Dato'Abdul Hadi as the VP of the Club then did the honours of thanking the CO and the Regiment for their hospitality on behalf of the veterans. Maj Ganeson as Club Secretary detailed a short presentation of the club and also drove the membership campaign. It was a very memorable event, andit is also the pre-cursor for the Gunners Club Road Show. Similar events are planned for all the zones throughout Malaysia. As the CO mentioned of requirements for funds to run the celebrations, an immediate on the spot collection as suggested by one of the participants, started the ball rolling. More than RM1,800 was collected. More money was pledged and some even pledged their RM500 bonus at the end of this year.  

WELL DONE GUNNERS!!!! WHAT A SPIRIT!!!!

I would also like to take this opportunity to request all past gunners to step forward and contribute. The Golden Jubillee Celebrations is a once in a lifetime event and is certain to be the Pride of the Regiment.
HIDUP ARTILERI!!!!

Monday, November 14, 2011

GUNNERS CLUB ON THE MOVE

If you happen to be free this Saturday 19th November 2011, you should take the opportunity to drop by 1 Arty for a Lunch Gathering. This event is co- hosted by 1 Arty Para and also the Gunners Club. The lunch will start at 1330 hrs, but you can get there earlier to catch up with old mates. The gathering has also got dual aims, in that, it is to gather ex gunners in the area to sign up to join the club, and also for 1Arty to promote their grand 50th Anniversary Golden Celebrations.  If you have served 1 Arty before, then you must be there to take in the spirit of camaraderie. The lunch and other activities shall be at the Officers Mess and all are welcome.
See you there folks!