Cranage Financial Group

11/05/2023

Congratulations and Bon Voyage!
Senior Associate, Rex Jelbart, has a memorable year on the cards. Immersed in nature and surrounded by close friends and family, Rex married his long-term partner, Clare, on Friday the 31st of March in a picturesque ceremony on family-owned property in Geelong. The newlyweds are about to embark on an extended overseas adventure, travelling around Europe and India for 5 months from the 15th of May. We look forward to welcoming Rex back into the fold (and office) from mid-October. Travel safe Mr & Mrs Jelbart!

28/04/2023

Flashback Friday: A belated Happy Birthday to Director, Sam Cranage for the 27th of April. Too good not to share this glimpse into his pre Adviser, busy father of four days. Still kicking goals Sammy!

Happy 44th birthday Sam Cranage🎂
Born on the 27th of April 1979.
(Profile courtesy of the Blueseum)
Cranage came to Carlton from St Kilda as part of the deal that saw Aaron Hamill famously walk out on the Blues (no one had ever voluntarily left Carlton before!) He had played just 8 games at the Saints between 1998 & 2000.

He was initially given the #18 guernsey, vacated by Justin Murphy, but when he returned to the club in 2002, allowed him to reclaim that guernsey and instead took number 15 after Ben Nelson was traded.

He spent the whole of 2001 in the VFL and was subsequently delisted. But he was given a second chance and redrafted with pick 75 in the 2001 draft. He played eight games for the Saints over three years, before being traded to Carlton as part of the deal that saw Aaron Hamill move to St Kilda. After spending 2001 in the reserves, Cranage was delisted but given a second chance through the national draft.

He played in the opening round of 2002 and made ten appearances for the season, but was delisted at the end of the year. With all Carlton's injuries, Cranage managed 10 games in 2002; 3 of which were as a late replacement. He had a career high 25 possessions in the round 19 game against Port Adelaide, which earnt him a Brownlow vote.

He paid the price for Carlton's first ever wooden spoon and was delisted at the end of 2002. He went on to be a key midfielder for Williamstown in the VFL. Cranage joined VFL club Williamstown where he spent the next three years (2003 - 2005), before moving into suburban football with Eastern Football League side Balwyn (2006 - 2009).

Cranage was recruited by the Saints from Ballarat Rebels U/19's, prior to that he had played for Monivae College and Hamilton.

Sam's father Paul played 48 games for the Collingwood Football Club and was a premiership playing coach for the Hamilton Football Club in 1981. They are still together today in business.

Career Highlights
2001 - 5th Reserves Best & Fairest
2002 - 9th Reserves Best & Fairest

Profile courtesy of the Blueseum.

https://www.blueseum.org/Sam+Cranage

16/01/2023

We'll be raising a glass of Majella Shiraz tonight to the one and only P.Cranage, who turns 70 today! He's worn many hats throughout his life - a footballer, father, financial adviser, founder etc - but our favourite (by far) is that of "Gramps" to our junior tribe. Proud, practical, generous, and witty. Living proof that ‘growing old is mandatory but growing up is optional’ – Walt Disney.

20/12/2022

Almost a wrap for 2022!

We're all taking some time off to relax, rejuvenate and get ready for 2023, but signing off with a few final important adviser messages and a BIG thank you to our amazing team, clients and community for your continued support.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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11/12/2022

It’s beginning to look a lot like (Cranage) Christmas…

With the end of the working year fast approaching, we would like to inform you that our office will be closing for the Christmas holidays midday Thursday 22nd of December. We will reopen at 9am on Monday 9th of January 2023.

The CFG team wish you and your family a safe and happy Christmas. Thank you for letting us be a part of your financial journey in 2022.

21/11/2022

Managed to sneak in an early EOY celebration on Friday, with only a couple of late COVID cancellations from the team. Always a sign of a good time when there is only one image of the festivities. Thanks to our CFG family for another dedicated year in business, our busiest yet.

28/10/2022

Congratulations to CFG's Senior Associate, Rex Jelbart, who has been nominated to represent our firm at AZ NGA’s Future Leaders program. This course is in place to give one team member the opportunity to expand their skill set through a series of tailored courses and programs. Predominantly run by Alan Parker, these courses are designed to enhance and nurture the skills that someone needs to be a leader, with the focus on how to act as a leader within a streamlined team - and how to get the most out of individuals, for best business outcomes.

About Allan Parker About Us Allan Parker Allan Parker is the Managing Director of Peak Performance Development Pty Ltd, a Sydney based consultancy company, operating both within Australia and internationally, in the areas of Negotiation, Organisational Change Facilitation, Training and Dispute Manag...

14/10/2022

At Cranage, we make sure you get the dedicated support you need, with a lead adviser as your point of contact. But you’ll also often hear from our team. Meet our forward thinking, collaborative and fun CFG family.

We are a young, energetic team, driven by a shared vision of making a genuine difference in the lives of our clients.We understand that everyone’s financial ...

03/10/2022

Introducing Mr & Mrs Underhill!

Jane, Cranage Group’s Office Manager, and Shannon married on Saturday 17th of September @ Taxi Kitchen Melbourne in an intimate ceremony and celebration with family and close friends.

With city views and delicious food, the newlyweds celebrated both their union and a long awaited family reunion after being separated from overseas members for a number of years. They're enjoying married life, later in life.
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