Discussions have taken place and it can be seen that such a venture would be beneficial to each club.

Both clubs re excited at the prospect of combining.

North Arm Cove will become the Sunday game for Port Stephens.

Play will still be held at the North Arm Cove Community Hall, The Ridgeway North Arm Cove each Sunday at the usual time of 12.45pm for 1pm start.

Future games at this venue will be with pre dealt boards, hand records will be available after the game.

Visitors and new players are always very welcome.

For more information phone Jim on 4997 0782 or Carolyn on 4997 0825.

Members please note the annual general meeting will be held at the community hall on Sunday, March 9, at 12pm when all matters pertaining to the merger will be finalised.