The Australian Anglo Indian

Melbourne Rangers Club

 

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The Australian Anglo Indian Melbourne Rangers Club was founded in 1981 by a number of Anglo-Indian couples from Calcutta. The idea was suggested at a Saturday night party and was quickly accepted by this group of friends who wanted something more than just meeting at someone's house.  There was also the possibility of extending the circle of friends as well as having functions that could include these families' young children who still clung to their cultural heritage even after having already established themselves in Australia for a number of years.

A meeting was arranged at a small hall in the Melbourne suburb of Noble Park at which a committee was elected and a sizeable number of foundation members signed up.  The following years witnessed terrific, memorable functions with an immense of hard work from very dedicated committees. The club also boasts two female presidents to date.

Obviously taking its name from the Calcutta Rangers Club, the Melbourne edition followed much of the tradition and social programme of that legendary institution as well. 

 

The flagship 'New Year's Eve' Ball has played a big part in the fame and reputation this club as earned among the community all over the globe.

 

The children's Christmas function is the next popular function, not only for the children, but also for senior citizen members who are thoroughly spoilt with a 'high tea' and gifts.  Smaller traditions like 'the Egg-Throwing' competition at the Annual Picnic/Sports Day, and 'Rolling the Coin' are unique and extremely popular, especially among first time participants.


The club recently celebrated its 25 year anniversary in spite of facing new challenges with the most founding members having moved on, their children now being adults and parents in some instances as well, fundamentally, the biggest situation the club has had to confront is the fading 'Anglo-Indianism' of the new generation, something the community all over has to grapple with.

 

 

Upcoming Events:

Ph: Glaxon 0418 176 501

 

     


Our Mission

 "To foster a spirit of unity and friendship in a relaxed environment;

offer a range of social, cultural and sporting activities and

contribute to various charitable organizations within the community"


Contact Information

Postal address
PO Box 4203, Knox Central, Wantirna Sth, VIC 3152
Electronic mail
General Information: rangersclub1@optusnet.com.au
 

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