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Whisky Degustation Evening

By Rod McKellar

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*****THIS EVENT IS POSTPONED UNTIL EARLY IN 2026*****

Links Seaside Restaurant
Friday, 14 November 2025
5.00pm for a 5.30pm start

*****THIS EVENT IS POSTPONED UNTIL EARLY IN 2026*****

In 2026 join us for an unforgettable evening of fine food, premium whisky, and great company - all in support of the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.

Indulge in five exceptional Amber Lane whiskies, each perfectly paired with five inspired dishes featuring an Indigenous theme, thoughtfully crafted by Chef Riccardo.

This exclusive experience promises to delight the senses and celebrate the art of pairing whisky and cuisine.

Tickets: $150 per person
($10 from each ticket will be donated to the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia)

Bookings essential. Numbers are strictly limited.
Please book and prepay with Reception by Friday, 7 November 2025.

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THE DINNER HAS BEEN POSTPONED

Friday 7th Nov
Sorry people, unfortunately we did not receive as large a response for this event to make it financially viable, so we are POSTPONING the event until early in 2026. We are thinking a date in March 2026 would be more favourable than the date we chose in November, given the number of pre Xmas work functions happening at this time of year.
Those who have purchased tickets will receive a full refund.
You are still welcome to Donate Funds through this site to PCFA in memory of Michael Dixon McKellar of course.
See you in 2026.

Guest Speaker Appointed

Tuesday 4th Nov
We have obtained the assistance of Dr Rahul Rindani as our Guest Speaker for the Degustation Dinner event.

Dr Rindani is the current Head of Urology Service at the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District, which he has held since 2012.  His clinical practice now focuses on uro-oncolgy surgery, providing a modern approach accompanied by high-quality care to all his patients.

Dr Rindani is highly involved in the teaching and training of junior doctors and junior urologists.  Rahul has been part of a team of urologists responsible for the training of 3 advanced urology registrars every year since he became a consultant in 2005. He also lectures medical students at the University of Wollongong School of Medicine.

Dr Rindani will address attendees on the latest diagnostic tools and treatment options to help men beat Prostate Cancer and stay alive.

We look forward to the information Dr Rindani can provide to us to help us to save lives.

People want to know How to Pay for Tickets

Thursday 30th Oct
Some people wanting to come to this amazing Food and matching Amber Lane Whisky Event on 14th November want to know how to obtain Tickets.
This is very easy. Simply call our friendly Receptionist on 02 4222 0999 and you can pay over the phone with your Credit Card. It is only $150 per Ticket and you are guaranteed a phenomenal experience which we know is the best value Degustation Dinner in the State this year. Maybe even this decade. And remember $10 from every Ticket sold goes to PCFA.
Our local Federal Member for the seat of Cunningham, Alison Byrnes will be coming along to support us on the evening.
Please come along and join in the fun.

A Mini in the Netherlands

Wednesday 29th Oct
When Michael was asked by his company, Thales, if he would take up a post in the Netherlands he jumped at the opportunity. The company provided a 20' container to put all his and Jenny's furniture in to take with them to the the town they would be living in, Almelo, near the German border.
Michael swapped out the 20' container for a 40' container so he could take his racing mini with him.
While in Holland he competed with the local Mini Clubs at many events including track days, motorkhana's and even at Nürburgring!
The car generated lots of interest - it was the only right hand drive Mini there......
Follow this link to see a Video of Michael competing in Holland  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEhXZgJu_z8
Come along to our Degustation Dinner for more information. 

Did I mention This?

Sunday 26th Oct
So it has come to pass that while we have been in the throws of organising this event our Major Sponsor and Collaborator for the Event, Amber Lane Whisky, have officially been recognised as the Best Whisky Producer in Australia in 2025!
Amber Lane Equinox expression was named Australia’s best whisky for 2025 at the Royal Australian Spirits Awards (RASA) in Adelaide recently, receiving the Bintani Australia Trophy for Champion Whisky.
In a major coup, Equinox also received the Champion Spirit of Show trophy, making it the nation’s best distilled spirit for 2025.
With a score of 18.7 out of 20, Equinox was also named the best small batch distilled spirit of show & received a gold medal!
Equinox is one of our most popular small-batch expressions, well-known for capturing the magical moment where ex-sherry and ex-bourbon casks are in perfect balance.  Its nose of honeyed pastries, baklava, rose water and toffee gives way to a richly opulent taste of raisins, honey cinnamon, vanilla and cola.
The RASA wins take Amber Lane’s overall gold medal haul to a jaw-dropping 28. "We are over the moon!, said Rod Berry Amber Lane CEO.
“An equinox occurs when day and night are of equal length, due to the passage of the sun across the celestial equator - it’s a really special, magical moment in time, where everything is aligning - I feel like these awards are our equinox. They represent a milestone in our whisky-making journey and celebrate our continued dedication and uncompromising diligence.” - Rod Berry

Off to a Flying Start

Friday 24th Oct
So Publicity published; Fundraising commenced; Whisky ordered; Staff rostered; PCFA on board; Food on order.
All we need now are Punters for the Best Value Degustation Dinner in the State of NSW this year. Or maybe even decade!
I am so much looking forward to the Food and matched Whisky.
Now what have I forgotten?

Get Ready

Wednesday 22nd Oct
Prepare yourself for the Outstanding Experience of a 5 course fantastic Whisky Degustation Dinner at Links Seaside by Warrigal at 1 Ross St Wollongong on Friday 14 November at 5.00 pm.
I will put the menu up shortly so you can see for yourself how good the Indigenous Themed Food really is, and how well the dishes are matched with the accompanying Amber Lane Whiskys. Chef Riccardo has gone above and beyond on this Dinner.
Get in early by Booking and Prepaying with our Links Seaside Reception Team by 7 November as Tickets are Strictly Limited. At only $150 per ticket with $10 from every ticket Donated to PCFA, this has to be the best value Degustation Dinner in the State this year.

Thank you to my Sponsors

$106.12

Alison Byrnes MP

$100

John Anderson

Good Effort Rod.

$126.62

Richard Clifford

$126.62

Robert Weir President MCC

$43.60

Vince Rothemund

$106.12

Hamilton Urquhart

Well done Rod and the McKellar Family for your efforts to keep Prostate Cancer in front of the community ... to help prevent the suffering this horrendous disease inflicts on the community! Cheers Hammo

$43.60

Grant Miller

Keep up the good work Rod.

$54.12

Bernie Potter

Well done Rod, great work you are doing

$50

Lillian Hooper

Top job Rod. Well done.

$20

Brigette McCauley

Well done Rod!

$126.62

Simon And Sharon Hodsden

Great effort Rod and a wonderful cause

$158.25

Paul Scully

Great work Rod! Thanks for keeping up the fundraising for this important cause.

$40

Lindsay And Marion Milllar

Go for it Rod

$22.58

Deb Watherston

$66.77

Diana Rasmussen

Doing a great job

$43.60

Rod McKellar

You can also Donate via Direct Deposit:
Account Name: Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia Ltd
BSB: 062 000
Account Number: 1266 8231
Payment reference: Your full name
To request your receipt: donations@pcfa.org.au