Newsletter No. 36 - October 2019
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Newsletter No. 36 - October 2019
President's Report
Tony Coote President
Hi fellow members. We have just returned from 4 days in The Southern Highlands. 13 of us toured the area around Bowral and saw some beautiful gardens, as its only a week after the Tulip Festival and everything was still in full bloom.
Lots of local attractions, great dining out at local restaurants and a cosy hotel at Mittagong. It all made for a very pleasant break.
Many thanks to Max Henderson for all his hard work to make the trip so interesting and enjoyable.
Hi fellow members. We have just returned from 4 days in The Southern Highlands. 13 of us toured the area around Bowral and saw some beautiful gardens, as its only a week after the Tulip Festival and everything was still in full bloom.
Lots of local attractions, great dining out at local restaurants and a cosy hotel at Mittagong. It all made for a very pleasant break.
Many thanks to Max Henderson for all his hard work to make the trip so interesting and enjoyable.
On 12th and 13th of October, our foundation Rotary Club held its annual Garage Sale, with all the proceeds going to charities, especially the NSW farmers who are doing it very tough at the moment.
It was fabulous to see so many of our Probus Club members supporting the Rotary Garage Sale. A special thanks to all who helped with the setting up before-hand and operating the stalls at the sale. Even though it was a wet weekend, total sales were over $35,000.
There has been some discussion about our Venue at Cherrybrook Community Centre since the Member Survey earlier this year. Whilst the great majority of our members are happy with this venue, there are some members who are not completely satisfied, so we undertook to review the options.
Ian Roberts has finalised a detailed study of the options available. These will be reviewed by your committee on Tuesday 22nd October and the outcome presented to the members at the General Meeting the following day. Many thanks to Ian for pulling all the data together once again.
Its all about Fun and Fellowship! Come along as often as you can and enjoy your Probus Club!
Tony
Secretarial
Correspondence In
Any promotional material has been passed on to the Activities coordinator.
Received a new members Probus membership card in the mail from PSPL and have handed onto the membership officer.
Correspondence Out
None.
Cathy Turner
Details of the Probus Member Benefit Scheme are at: www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/members_offers_member_benefits_scheme
(click on link)
Any promotional material has been passed on to the Activities coordinator.
Received a new members Probus membership card in the mail from PSPL and have handed onto the membership officer.
Correspondence Out
None.
Cathy Turner
Details of the Probus Member Benefit Scheme are at: www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/members_offers_member_benefits_scheme
(click on link)
Treasurer
TREASURER’S REPORT For the Month of October 2019
BENDIGO GENERAL ACCOUNT
Opening cash balance 1st September 2019 $1842.22
Interest 0.25
Deposits 120.00 Fees
Interbank transfers 87.66 Transfer balance of CBA account
Payments 106.70 Badges, morning tea expenses
Closing cash balance 30th September 2019 $1943.43
The CBA account was closed, and the balance transferred to Bendigo Bank. There was little activity in the General Account. Part year fees ($120.00) were received from Manja Sheiles and Gordon Johnstone, $54.45 paid for badges and $52.25 paid for meeting expenses.
BENDIGO ACTIVITIES ACCOUNT
Opening cash balance 1st September 2019 $6141.37
Interest 1.46
Deposits 5742.00 Highlands, Circus, Dangar, TAFE, Burrow, Cup
Payments 5424.90 Billy Elliott, Circus, Burrow lunch
Interbank transfers 431.34 Transfer balance from CBA account
Closing cash balance 30th September 2019 $10558.17
There were 51 transactions in the Activities account in September for Cirque de Soleil, Dangar Island and the TAFE dinner. The activities that remain open at the end of the month are:
Activities Balance
Tamworth 2020 1800.00
Southern Highlands 2515.00
Cirque de Soleil 495.10
Dangar Island 435.00
TAFE 1085.00
Melbourne Cup 75.00
TERM DEPOSIT
$5,000 is invested in a Term Deposit with Bendigo. Estimated interest earned to date is around $21.00.
SURPLUS
The activities surplus stands at $559.34 after some money was left over after paying for the bills for Billy Elliott.
Ian Roberts
Treasurer
23rd September 2019
BENDIGO GENERAL ACCOUNT
Opening cash balance 1st September 2019 $1842.22
Interest 0.25
Deposits 120.00 Fees
Interbank transfers 87.66 Transfer balance of CBA account
Payments 106.70 Badges, morning tea expenses
Closing cash balance 30th September 2019 $1943.43
The CBA account was closed, and the balance transferred to Bendigo Bank. There was little activity in the General Account. Part year fees ($120.00) were received from Manja Sheiles and Gordon Johnstone, $54.45 paid for badges and $52.25 paid for meeting expenses.
BENDIGO ACTIVITIES ACCOUNT
Opening cash balance 1st September 2019 $6141.37
Interest 1.46
Deposits 5742.00 Highlands, Circus, Dangar, TAFE, Burrow, Cup
Payments 5424.90 Billy Elliott, Circus, Burrow lunch
Interbank transfers 431.34 Transfer balance from CBA account
Closing cash balance 30th September 2019 $10558.17
There were 51 transactions in the Activities account in September for Cirque de Soleil, Dangar Island and the TAFE dinner. The activities that remain open at the end of the month are:
Activities Balance
Tamworth 2020 1800.00
Southern Highlands 2515.00
Cirque de Soleil 495.10
Dangar Island 435.00
TAFE 1085.00
Melbourne Cup 75.00
TERM DEPOSIT
$5,000 is invested in a Term Deposit with Bendigo. Estimated interest earned to date is around $21.00.
SURPLUS
The activities surplus stands at $559.34 after some money was left over after paying for the bills for Billy Elliott.
Ian Roberts
Treasurer
23rd September 2019
Membership
I also have replacement magnets for our name badges as well as alternate self-adhesive pin fittings - $1 each (cash).
Please see me at the next general meeting.
Lynne
Please remember to notify the membership officers Lynne Henderson or Kim Nichols if you will be absent for an extended period of time, or if your personal details change.
For any membership issues please contact Lynne or Kim or please email the Membership Officer at [email protected]
Lynne Henderson & Kim Nichols – Membership Officers
Please see me at the next general meeting.
Lynne
Please remember to notify the membership officers Lynne Henderson or Kim Nichols if you will be absent for an extended period of time, or if your personal details change.
For any membership issues please contact Lynne or Kim or please email the Membership Officer at [email protected]
Lynne Henderson & Kim Nichols – Membership Officers
Guest Speaker At October Meeting -Deborah Wallace - My Life Of Crime
Detective Superintendent Commander, Criminal Groups and Strike Force Raptor
Often referred to as 'the gang buster', Detective Superintendent Deborah Wallace, has delved into the dark underbelly of crime investigating and dismantling some of the State's most feared gangs. Throughout a stellar career spanning more than 30 years with NSW Police, Deborah has faced murderers, drug manufacturers and extortionists - to name just a few - armed with her trademark heels and colourful suits.
Currently Commander, State Crime Command Gangs Squad, Deborah is a self-described diehard Parramatta Eels fan and proud "westie". Her pragmatic approach, tenacity, sense of humour and ability to separate her work and personal lives, has enabled Deborah to thrive in high pressure police operations.
The recipient of numerous awards including the Australia Day Achievement Award, the Australian Crime and Prevention Award, and the Australian Police Medal, Deborah is strongly committed to community endeavours and is a long-time supporter of Youth off the Streets.
For a more "in depth" article on Deborah Wallace please click HERE.
Often referred to as 'the gang buster', Detective Superintendent Deborah Wallace, has delved into the dark underbelly of crime investigating and dismantling some of the State's most feared gangs. Throughout a stellar career spanning more than 30 years with NSW Police, Deborah has faced murderers, drug manufacturers and extortionists - to name just a few - armed with her trademark heels and colourful suits.
Currently Commander, State Crime Command Gangs Squad, Deborah is a self-described diehard Parramatta Eels fan and proud "westie". Her pragmatic approach, tenacity, sense of humour and ability to separate her work and personal lives, has enabled Deborah to thrive in high pressure police operations.
The recipient of numerous awards including the Australia Day Achievement Award, the Australian Crime and Prevention Award, and the Australian Police Medal, Deborah is strongly committed to community endeavours and is a long-time supporter of Youth off the Streets.
For a more "in depth" article on Deborah Wallace please click HERE.
Sue Hackett & Toni Smith
Welfare
Being a member of our Probus Club fills a gap for us retirees. It gives us a sense of purpose and community. Please take advantage of your club and its activities. It’s a great opportunity to socialise, and getting out and about will make you feel good.
It is important, as members of Probus that we care for the welfare of one another. Anyone with information about an illness, bereavement, physical disability or hardship affecting a member please advise me, in order for me to make contact and offer companionship and support. I’m available any time for a chat or a coffee.
Please be assured that all information provided will remain completely confidential.
Terry Ridge is assisting with welfare. He is another point of contact and will be available if I am absent from the club.
Marilyn Savic – Welfare Officer
It is important, as members of Probus that we care for the welfare of one another. Anyone with information about an illness, bereavement, physical disability or hardship affecting a member please advise me, in order for me to make contact and offer companionship and support. I’m available any time for a chat or a coffee.
Please be assured that all information provided will remain completely confidential.
Terry Ridge is assisting with welfare. He is another point of contact and will be available if I am absent from the club.
Marilyn Savic – Welfare Officer
Lunch After the General Meeting Wednesday 23rd October At 1 PM
I have booked Gata Thai (10A, Kenthurst Road Dural) at 1pm for lunch after our next meeting.
If you would like to attend please email or message me to be added to the list.
Also let me know (by email) what your choice of food is and pay the appropriate amount into the activities account.
Please include "Gata" together with surname as reference.
Bev Davison
Activities and Events Coordinator
If you would like to attend please email or message me to be added to the list.
Also let me know (by email) what your choice of food is and pay the appropriate amount into the activities account.
Please include "Gata" together with surname as reference.
Bev Davison
Activities and Events Coordinator
Important Notice – Attendance at Activities
As a matter of courtesy, please consider the Activity Organiser, and sign up and pay well in advance. It is very difficult for the organiser and the venue if most people have booked and paid well in advance, and a few people decide to turn up at the last minute. Restaurants and venues have often allocated tables, and squeezing extra people in is difficult. It also makes the job of accounting for the payments very confusing.
If you cannot attend a function that you have booked, please notify the Activity Organiser as early as possible so that the venue can be notified. If you have already paid, your payment will be refunded if the venue agrees to accept the reduction in bookings. This is covered in detail in our Activity Refund Policy.
Because of several recent events, we are forced to change our policy. For pre-paid events, if your money is not in the Activities Account by the organiser’s due date, you will not be able to join the group at the venue. You are of course free to make your own booking, but those who have paid in advance will have preference for seating, and if no space is available at the booked table you may have to sit separately.
Our Activity Organisers work hard to provide you with great activities. Please help make their job as easy as possible.
If you cannot attend a function that you have booked, please notify the Activity Organiser as early as possible so that the venue can be notified. If you have already paid, your payment will be refunded if the venue agrees to accept the reduction in bookings. This is covered in detail in our Activity Refund Policy.
Because of several recent events, we are forced to change our policy. For pre-paid events, if your money is not in the Activities Account by the organiser’s due date, you will not be able to join the group at the venue. You are of course free to make your own booking, but those who have paid in advance will have preference for seating, and if no space is available at the booked table you may have to sit separately.
Our Activity Organisers work hard to provide you with great activities. Please help make their job as easy as possible.
Photos From The Meeting On Wednesday 25th September
Christmas Lunch 2019
Christmas Lunch this year has been arranged at Allegro Restaurant, 1 Porters Road, Kenthurst on Wednesday 18th December.
If you wish to attend please either message or email me to be added to the list of attendees. There will also be a signup sheet at the next meeting.
The cost will be $65.00 per person which should be placed into the activities account with your name & reference Xmas to confirm your attendance.
All details are in the flyer below.
To download the PDF version of the flyer click HERE.
Bev Davison
If you wish to attend please either message or email me to be added to the list of attendees. There will also be a signup sheet at the next meeting.
The cost will be $65.00 per person which should be placed into the activities account with your name & reference Xmas to confirm your attendance.
All details are in the flyer below.
To download the PDF version of the flyer click HERE.
Bev Davison
New Zealand Cruise 8th to 20th November 2019
There are thirty-seven members and friends booked on our 12 Night and 13-Day New Zealand Cruise from Auckland to Sydney sailing on the 8th and returning to Sydney on the 20th November 2019. Colin and Margaret McGowan have kindly offered their home for a pre-sailing get together to discuss the upcoming cruise, the date suiting most being 26th October at 2.00pm – I will send out further details via email to those cruising. I have been advised that those booked with Atour Travel Service have all completed their online check-in and Willy will be giving me your cruising documents so that I can distribute them to you at the get together. A reminder to make sure you have your travel insurance in place and all your required documentation with you before you leave home for Sydney airport. A further reminder that your passports should have at least six months after 20th November on them before they expire.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be advised that from 1st October 2019 the New Zealand authorities have introduced the need for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) for people who do not travel on an Australian or New Zealand passport. If you are travelling on a passport belonging to the 60 visa waiver countries listed in the link below, you will have to apply for an ETA. If your country is not mentioned on the list you may have to apply for a full visa.
link: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/about-visa/nzeta
The Cruise Itinerary is as follows:
08 Nov 2019 1800 Depart Auckland
09 Nov 0800-1800 Tauranga
10 Nov At sea
11 Nov 0800-1700 Wellington
12 Nov 0800-1900 Akaroa (by tender)
13 Nov 0730-1700 Dunedin
14 Nov 0800-1800 Dusky Sound, Doubtful Sound and Milford Sound
15 Nov At sea
16 Nov At sea
17 Nov/18 Nov 0800/1700 Hobart (overnight)
19 Nov At Sea
20 Nov 0630 Arrive Sydney
The names of the thirty-seven cruisers are as follows:
Wendy & Bob Carritt Marianne Leicher & Karin Regel
John Cauchi Colin & Margaret McGowan
Bev & Bob Davison Karen & Doug Matthews
Gail & Paul Day Janelle Melouney & Mary Mitchell
Donna and Bruce Fraser Judy & Ray Ramage
Jenni Gilbert & Pam Godoy Jan & Terry Ridge
Hilary & Clifford Graham Hilda & Alan Somerfield
Sue Hackett & Kathy Lewis Edie & Jeff Swan
Christine & Ray Heaton Cathy & David Turner
Cathy & Anne Jones
We are so close now to actually being there!
Kind Regards
Donna Fraser / WPH&D Probus Cruise 2019 Coordinator
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be advised that from 1st October 2019 the New Zealand authorities have introduced the need for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) for people who do not travel on an Australian or New Zealand passport. If you are travelling on a passport belonging to the 60 visa waiver countries listed in the link below, you will have to apply for an ETA. If your country is not mentioned on the list you may have to apply for a full visa.
link: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/about-visa/nzeta
The Cruise Itinerary is as follows:
08 Nov 2019 1800 Depart Auckland
09 Nov 0800-1800 Tauranga
10 Nov At sea
11 Nov 0800-1700 Wellington
12 Nov 0800-1900 Akaroa (by tender)
13 Nov 0730-1700 Dunedin
14 Nov 0800-1800 Dusky Sound, Doubtful Sound and Milford Sound
15 Nov At sea
16 Nov At sea
17 Nov/18 Nov 0800/1700 Hobart (overnight)
19 Nov At Sea
20 Nov 0630 Arrive Sydney
The names of the thirty-seven cruisers are as follows:
Wendy & Bob Carritt Marianne Leicher & Karin Regel
John Cauchi Colin & Margaret McGowan
Bev & Bob Davison Karen & Doug Matthews
Gail & Paul Day Janelle Melouney & Mary Mitchell
Donna and Bruce Fraser Judy & Ray Ramage
Jenni Gilbert & Pam Godoy Jan & Terry Ridge
Hilary & Clifford Graham Hilda & Alan Somerfield
Sue Hackett & Kathy Lewis Edie & Jeff Swan
Christine & Ray Heaton Cathy & David Turner
Cathy & Anne Jones
We are so close now to actually being there!
Kind Regards
Donna Fraser / WPH&D Probus Cruise 2019 Coordinator
Duty Roster - October Meeting
Activities & Leaders
As a result of the sign-up sheets at the Foundation Meeting and expressions of interest on application forms we have set up numerous activities and interest groups.
Newsletter Copy Deadline
Please provide your contributions for the November Newsletter by Friday 15th November.
Please email to Glenda Coote or Bev Davison for activities or direct to Andrew Little for other articles.
Alternatively place directly into Dropbox under WPHD Probus Activities / Activity Newsletter Contributions / Contributions – 2019 11
Please provide your contributions for the November Newsletter by Friday 15th November.
Please email to Glenda Coote or Bev Davison for activities or direct to Andrew Little for other articles.
Alternatively place directly into Dropbox under WPHD Probus Activities / Activity Newsletter Contributions / Contributions – 2019 11
Click on activity to go straight there!
| Activity Group | Leaders |
| Book Challenge | Sue Calabrese |
| Book Club | Bev Davison |
| Bridge | Glenys and Graeme Hendry |
| Cards | David Turner, Barbara Taylor |
| Cruises | Sue Hackett & Donna Fraser |
| Cycling | Bruce Bartle & Tony Coote |
| Day Trips (Bus/Train/Ferry) | Helen Games |
| Dining Out | Douglas Lam, Glenda Coote |
| Gardening | Sue Small, Lorenza Powyer |
| Golf | Tony Coote, Terry Ridge |
| Investment Group | Mike McLeod |
| Lawn Bowls | Morrie Fitzpatrick |
| Mens Club | Rene Beutler |
| Mixed Social Group | Kim Nicholls |
| Movies | Sue Small and Lorenza Powyer |
| Opal Card Overnight Trips | Max Henderson |
| Overseas Travel | Looking For Leader |
| Photography | Rob Clarke |
| Ten Pin Bowling | Douglas Matthews |
| Tennis | Bob Davison |
| Theatre and Musicals | Bruce Bartle |
| Travel Within Australia | Glenda Coote & Tony Coote |
| Walking Group | Bob Carritt |
| Wine & Cheese | Julie Shenstone, Susan Antonjuk |
| For an activity group to start, a member needs to step forward to lead the group | |
WPH&D PROBUS BOOK CHALLENGE
Congratulations to Beverly Dona and Julie Shenstone on reaching their personal goals. Between them they read 24 books this year, and at this time the group has achieved 93 books total. That’s a wonderful amount of time spent getting immersed into other worlds and wonderful stories.
The Challenge continues - the Spring/Summer Challenge - and this will go until the end of February 2020. If you’d like to join up for the new challenge, take a flyer from the back table at the next meeting, to find out how to do it, or search in Facebook for WPH&D Probus Book Challenge. Let’s see if we can really get into reading!
Our Facebook group is a closed group, so that you can only see posts if you are a member of this group. If you really don’t want to do Facebook, you can still set a challenge and keep me updated via email. You can also unjoin at any time.
Hardcopy, ebook, audio book, fiction or non-fiction, substantial children’s books all allowed.
Leader - Sue Calabrese
Congratulations to Beverly Dona and Julie Shenstone on reaching their personal goals. Between them they read 24 books this year, and at this time the group has achieved 93 books total. That’s a wonderful amount of time spent getting immersed into other worlds and wonderful stories.
The Challenge continues - the Spring/Summer Challenge - and this will go until the end of February 2020. If you’d like to join up for the new challenge, take a flyer from the back table at the next meeting, to find out how to do it, or search in Facebook for WPH&D Probus Book Challenge. Let’s see if we can really get into reading!
Our Facebook group is a closed group, so that you can only see posts if you are a member of this group. If you really don’t want to do Facebook, you can still set a challenge and keep me updated via email. You can also unjoin at any time.
Hardcopy, ebook, audio book, fiction or non-fiction, substantial children’s books all allowed.
Leader - Sue Calabrese
October 2019 Report
We next meet on 31st October at the Davisons, where we will discuss The Daughters of Mars by Tom Keneally. Our next book will be Franklin & Eleanor: An Extraordinary Marriage by Hazel Rowley.
We meet at eight weekly intervals. Our next date is: 19th Dec, then in 2020 - 20th Feb, 16th April, 11 June, 6th Aug, 1st Oct, 26th Nov.
If you wish to join us, just me know.
Leader - Bev Davison
We next meet on 31st October at the Davisons, where we will discuss The Daughters of Mars by Tom Keneally. Our next book will be Franklin & Eleanor: An Extraordinary Marriage by Hazel Rowley.
We meet at eight weekly intervals. Our next date is: 19th Dec, then in 2020 - 20th Feb, 16th April, 11 June, 6th Aug, 1st Oct, 26th Nov.
If you wish to join us, just me know.
Leader - Bev Davison
Bridge Group October 2019
It is with some regret, yet looking forward to our future, that we have to let you all know that we are unable to continue as Activity Leaders for the Probus Bridge Group.
Therefore there will be no Bridge this month and on-going, unless somebody can host the activity.
Our home is on the market, with first open home this Saturday.
We will be moving out Kellyville Ridge way into a small place that will not have the room to host the Bridge Group.
It has been a pleasure to have you all at our home for the Bridge Sessions and we have had a really great time.
We remain members of the Probus Group and look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting.
Leaders - Glenys and Graeme Hendry
Cards 500 Report October
An enjoyable and fun evening of cards was held on Friday 27 September with 27 members attending. About 18 members came early and enjoyed a tasty meal at the bistro before heading off to hone our card skills!
Our next evening of cards will be Friday 25 October starting promptly at 7.30 at the Dural Country Club. An email will be sent out to all members on the cards interest list approximately a week beforehand as a reminder, asking for your intention to attend and whether you will be having dinner prior to the game.
Looking forward to seeing you all.
David Turner
Leaders - David Turner & Barbara Taylor
An enjoyable and fun evening of cards was held on Friday 27 September with 27 members attending. About 18 members came early and enjoyed a tasty meal at the bistro before heading off to hone our card skills!
Our next evening of cards will be Friday 25 October starting promptly at 7.30 at the Dural Country Club. An email will be sent out to all members on the cards interest list approximately a week beforehand as a reminder, asking for your intention to attend and whether you will be having dinner prior to the game.
Looking forward to seeing you all.
David Turner
Leaders - David Turner & Barbara Taylor
On Wednesday 2 October, six members and one guest cycled along the Parramatta River, starting at Ermington Ferry Wharf at 9:30, then over Silverwater Bridge and up through Newington and Bi-centennial Park to Rhodes for Coffee then across the Meadowbank rail bridge and back the other side of the river to Ermington.
Next month’s ride is on Wednesday 6 November with the venue expected to be part of the Cooks River cycleway (exact detail to be confirmed by Email) when hopefully we will be joined by up to 4 other new members from our Probus district so please be sure to make them welcome.
This group has been growing steadily and new riders are always welcome, so come along and enjoy the group with riding always mainly on dedicated cycle paths and of course our mandatory coffee break!!
Bruce Bartle
Leaders - Bruce Bartle & Tony Coote
Next month’s ride is on Wednesday 6 November with the venue expected to be part of the Cooks River cycleway (exact detail to be confirmed by Email) when hopefully we will be joined by up to 4 other new members from our Probus district so please be sure to make them welcome.
This group has been growing steadily and new riders are always welcome, so come along and enjoy the group with riding always mainly on dedicated cycle paths and of course our mandatory coffee break!!
Bruce Bartle
Leaders - Bruce Bartle & Tony Coote
Historical Tour Of Dangar Island Friday 25th October
Visit the home and museum of author and speaker Ann Howard. Learn about the history of the island through her knowledge and experience.
Travel: Journey to Brooklyn by train or car. Arrive at Brooklyn at 10.00am
Ferry: Catch the ferry from Brooklyn at 10.15am arrive at Dangar Island at 10.55am
Walk up the hill to The Pavilion 9 Yallaroi Parade Dangar Island – about 5 to 10 mins
Return ferry leaves at 2.30pm
Historical Talk: Author, Ann Howard has kindly offered to talk to us and show us around her home full of historical memorabilia. She will provide tea, coffee and biscuits and the opportunity to purchase a signed copy of her numerous books.
Cost: $15 plus ferry fare of $8 single journey, cost of lunch.
Lunch: To be organised probably at the café at the wharf as it has great views and we can see when the ferry arrives.
Please note that the Dangar Island bookings are now closed.
Visit the home and museum of author and speaker Ann Howard. Learn about the history of the island through her knowledge and experience.
Travel: Journey to Brooklyn by train or car. Arrive at Brooklyn at 10.00am
Ferry: Catch the ferry from Brooklyn at 10.15am arrive at Dangar Island at 10.55am
Walk up the hill to The Pavilion 9 Yallaroi Parade Dangar Island – about 5 to 10 mins
Return ferry leaves at 2.30pm
Historical Talk: Author, Ann Howard has kindly offered to talk to us and show us around her home full of historical memorabilia. She will provide tea, coffee and biscuits and the opportunity to purchase a signed copy of her numerous books.
Cost: $15 plus ferry fare of $8 single journey, cost of lunch.
Lunch: To be organised probably at the café at the wharf as it has great views and we can see when the ferry arrives.
Please note that the Dangar Island bookings are now closed.
Leaders - Helen Games, Glenda Coote
September Dining Out
Below are photos from September's dining out at the TAFE Ambassador Restaurant.
Below are photos from September's dining out at the TAFE Ambassador Restaurant.
Leaders - Douglas Lam, Glenda Coote
October Gardening Group
Our gardening group meets on the second Thursday of each month. Last week we met at the usual Bunnings, Castle Hill and enjoyed a presentation on bulbs. Some members were even lucky enough to take some home. We then had a free coffee and a variety of sweets followed by friendship and fellowship i.e. lots of yacking.
As we did not visit Mt Anan last month we are considering visiting Mt Penang on the Central Coast. As our Club members are so busy we have left it till late November to visit this native garden. Watch this space for further details.
We are enjoying this activity so why not come along and join us. Not many of us do a lot of gardening but we still enjoy learning some new tricks particularly during this dry period.
Our gardening group meets on the second Thursday of each month. Last week we met at the usual Bunnings, Castle Hill and enjoyed a presentation on bulbs. Some members were even lucky enough to take some home. We then had a free coffee and a variety of sweets followed by friendship and fellowship i.e. lots of yacking.
As we did not visit Mt Anan last month we are considering visiting Mt Penang on the Central Coast. As our Club members are so busy we have left it till late November to visit this native garden. Watch this space for further details.
We are enjoying this activity so why not come along and join us. Not many of us do a lot of gardening but we still enjoy learning some new tricks particularly during this dry period.
Leaders - Sue Small, Lorenza Powyer
Golf Group October 2019
A great day out at Carnarvon and many thanks to Bruce Bartle for being such a great host. Twelve of use ventured out for the usual 9 or 18 holes followed by lunch in the clubhouse afterwards. It was quite a hot day so a cold beer went down very well afterwards.
Our next outing is at Muirfield on Friday 1st November. Its an Ambrose event, so everyone has to play 18 holes, but should be lots of fun and we will have some prizes for the winners. We have 16 slots booked, so please let Terry or Tony know if you will be playing. Also if you need a cart, and if joining the group for lunch afterwards.
Tony and Terry
Leader - Terry Ridge
A great day out at Carnarvon and many thanks to Bruce Bartle for being such a great host. Twelve of use ventured out for the usual 9 or 18 holes followed by lunch in the clubhouse afterwards. It was quite a hot day so a cold beer went down very well afterwards.
Our next outing is at Muirfield on Friday 1st November. Its an Ambrose event, so everyone has to play 18 holes, but should be lots of fun and we will have some prizes for the winners. We have 16 slots booked, so please let Terry or Tony know if you will be playing. Also if you need a cart, and if joining the group for lunch afterwards.
Tony and Terry
Leader - Terry Ridge
Co-Leaders: Terry Ridge & Tony Coote
Due to a change in date, the October Investment Group meeting is to be held on Tuesday 22nd October at the home of David Antonjuk. .
The topics for the next meeting are:
Understanding the three investment families: Shares, Real Estate and Cash and how to invest in these.
Leader - David Antonjuk
The topics for the next meeting are:
Understanding the three investment families: Shares, Real Estate and Cash and how to invest in these.
Leader - David Antonjuk
Bare Foot Bowls October 2019
As our bowls day, at the Hills Club on 16/10/19 clashed with the Opal trip, our numbers were down, however, the 5 players who turned up had a good fun afternoon.
It was good to see that 3 of the 5, who played, were new starters, who all said that they had enjoyed the bowls.
As it was a fairly warm afternoon, we then visited the bar for a couple of coldies.
Our next scheduled bowls day in November will clash with the cruise & in December, the Hills club will be down to only 1 green, which is fully booked out for the month. So it looks like no bowls will be available until Feb. 2020.
Leader - Morrie Fitzpatrick
MEN'S CLUB - September
September was our Mini Golf Challenge at Thornleigh Driving Range. A great time was had by the 10 who attended, with fun the object of the afternoon.
On Thursday the 31st October we have our trip to Williamtown to visit Fighter World dedicated to preserving the proud history of fighter aircraft operations of the RAAF. We will meet in the Community Centre Carpark at 8.15am then car pooling for the 2hr. trip up. After coffee we have two hangers to visit for a totally ' hands on' experience such as sitting in the cockpit of a Mirage fighter. It should be an interesting and fun day!
21st November- Lunch, 12pm Pennant Hills Hotel.
19th December - Christmas drinks at West Pennant Hills Sports Club.
I would welcome any ideas for next year so that we can plan some exciting activities and outings for 2020.
Leader - Rene Beutler
Hi All
Our Mixed Social Group will meet for a catch up and coffee on:
Monday 28th October
11.00am
Castle Hill RSL
Bistro Area
Hope to See You All There!
Leaders- Kim Nicholls & Sue Cordukes
Movies Day is on the first Tuesday of each month and usually held at Events Castle Hill. This month members had the option of seeing Hampton Abbey or Ride like a girl. Lunch followed after the movie at Cosmo Coffee shop. A most enjoyable morning was had by everyone.
Tuesday 5th November will be our next movie day. We have a few options for viewing at about the same time of the morning, usually 10.00 a.m. As we enjoyed the food at Cosmo we will book a table for refreshments after the movies. More information will be forwarded to those on our contact list for exact times etc. Come along and join us.
Tuesday 5th November will be our next movie day. We have a few options for viewing at about the same time of the morning, usually 10.00 a.m. As we enjoyed the food at Cosmo we will book a table for refreshments after the movies. More information will be forwarded to those on our contact list for exact times etc. Come along and join us.
Leaders – Lorenza Powyer & Sue Small
ANOTHER GREAT OPAL CARD TRIP
Southern Highlands –Tuesday 15th to Friday 18th October 2019
Another successful trip with a number of highlights, the following is a summary of what we enjoyed in the very picturesque Southern Highlands, refer photos below.
Tuesday
Drove to Mittagong (about 80 minutes), with some electing to visit the Thirlmere NSW Rail Museum and Tertini Winery, just west of Mittagong off the Old Hume Highway.
Our accommodation was the Springs Motel which adjoins the Mittagong RSL Club with dinner at the Scottish Arms Hotel at East Bowral.
Wednesday
Fitzroy Falls, we could almost stand on top of the falls to take in the beauty, all of which was only a short walk from the carpark and visitors centre.
Kangaroo Valley, an historic village which is home to many interesting shops offering contemporary and vintage products.
Robertson, this township is located on the edge of an elevated plateau including the famous pie shop (lunch), after which we broke into smaller groups with various options:
Dinner was at the Vin Santo Italian Restaurant at Mittagong.
Thursday
We started with the Corbett Gardens at Bowral, renowned for its Tulips.
Then to Berrima, a step back in time providing a preserved town of yesteryear, including a gaol (still in use), a courthouse (enjoyed a guided tour) and many other historical buildings providing some shopping and browsing opportunities before lunch at a local café.
Red Cow Farm, one of the leading cold climate gardens in the district, set on 2.5 hectares in the rural village of Sutton Forest.
Some of us then visited the Moss Vale Farmers Market (every Thursday from 3.00pm) whilst others took up some of the options from Wednesday.
Dinner was at the adjoining Mittagong RSL Club with some electing for the seafood buffet over the bistro.
Friday
At leisure and before heading home some visiting attractions not covered during the previous days.
I would to thank all those who contributed to making this another great Opal Card trip.
I’m now seeking suggestions for out next trip which will possibly be October next year.
Max Henderson
Southern Highlands –Tuesday 15th to Friday 18th October 2019
Another successful trip with a number of highlights, the following is a summary of what we enjoyed in the very picturesque Southern Highlands, refer photos below.
Tuesday
Drove to Mittagong (about 80 minutes), with some electing to visit the Thirlmere NSW Rail Museum and Tertini Winery, just west of Mittagong off the Old Hume Highway.
Our accommodation was the Springs Motel which adjoins the Mittagong RSL Club with dinner at the Scottish Arms Hotel at East Bowral.
Wednesday
Fitzroy Falls, we could almost stand on top of the falls to take in the beauty, all of which was only a short walk from the carpark and visitors centre.
Kangaroo Valley, an historic village which is home to many interesting shops offering contemporary and vintage products.
Robertson, this township is located on the edge of an elevated plateau including the famous pie shop (lunch), after which we broke into smaller groups with various options:
- The old Robertson cheese factory.
- Macquarie Pass, Jamberoo, Minnamurra Rainforest (closed for the day) and Jamberoo Mountain Road. A very scenic, circa 60km round trip down the escarpment towards the coast and back up to Robertson.
- Bowral
- Bradman Centre, the custodian of over 35,000 artefacts & heritage of cricket.
- Dirty Janes, reportedly the largest indoor market offering a unique shopping experience.
- Mittagong
- Mount Gibraltar situated with various lookouts over the highlands, Mittagong and Bowral.
- Sturt Craft Gallery, showcasing Australian and international craft artists.
Dinner was at the Vin Santo Italian Restaurant at Mittagong.
Thursday
We started with the Corbett Gardens at Bowral, renowned for its Tulips.
Then to Berrima, a step back in time providing a preserved town of yesteryear, including a gaol (still in use), a courthouse (enjoyed a guided tour) and many other historical buildings providing some shopping and browsing opportunities before lunch at a local café.
Red Cow Farm, one of the leading cold climate gardens in the district, set on 2.5 hectares in the rural village of Sutton Forest.
Some of us then visited the Moss Vale Farmers Market (every Thursday from 3.00pm) whilst others took up some of the options from Wednesday.
Dinner was at the adjoining Mittagong RSL Club with some electing for the seafood buffet over the bistro.
Friday
At leisure and before heading home some visiting attractions not covered during the previous days.
I would to thank all those who contributed to making this another great Opal Card trip.
I’m now seeking suggestions for out next trip which will possibly be October next year.
Max Henderson
Photos From Southern Highlands Trip (Donna Fraser, Lynne Henderson, Tony Coote, Andrew Little)
Leader - Max Henderson
Probus Photography Group Meeting
Wednesday Oct 2, 2019
Meeting
9 attendees. Gerard Siddle was welcomed to the group.
Theme was travel photos.
Photos from the members were viewed and background and photos were discussed.
Program Planning
This Month’s Photo Project Themes
Activities Currently Scheduled
Date TBA – Weather dependent, need good rain on an appropriate day
Activity type Field Trip
Subject Balaka Falls
Location Carlingford
Meeting Time TBA
Meeting point On site
Next Planning/Review Meeting
Date & Time: Wednesday November 6th 2019, 7:30pm
Venue: Shenstone Residence
Address: 5 de la Salle Place, Castle Hill.
Leaders - Bain Shenstone & Rob Clarke
Wednesday Oct 2, 2019
Meeting
9 attendees. Gerard Siddle was welcomed to the group.
Theme was travel photos.
Photos from the members were viewed and background and photos were discussed.
Program Planning
- Field Trips
- Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year Exhibition at Powerhouse museum attended by 7 of the group.
- A diverse range of interesting photos were seen and discussed
- Workshops
- Macro workshop to be held at Bain Shenstone’s residence. Thursday 17th October
- Presentations
- Decided to continue to bring both set subject and “open “ subject photos to discuss
- Photo Reviews
This Month’s Photo Project Themes
- Macro photography
Activities Currently Scheduled
Date TBA – Weather dependent, need good rain on an appropriate day
Activity type Field Trip
Subject Balaka Falls
Location Carlingford
Meeting Time TBA
Meeting point On site
Next Planning/Review Meeting
Date & Time: Wednesday November 6th 2019, 7:30pm
Venue: Shenstone Residence
Address: 5 de la Salle Place, Castle Hill.
Leaders - Bain Shenstone & Rob Clarke
Photos By Members Of The Photography Group - Travel
October Ten Pin Bowling Report
We had 10 players at Castle Hill Bowling Complex on Friday 20 September, which included Toni & Ken Smith who were first timers.
Max Henderson after a slow start for him was the star with a score in the 160’s. Cliff & Bruce also had very good performances in their second game.
On the ladies side it was fairly even until Toni stormed to the front in her second game.
Our next game is scheduled on Friday, 18 October. Normal numbers are likely to be down as there are a number of our regulars who will be away on holidays, Probus tours, etc.
If anyone has not indicated that they would like to participate in the future, please complete the sheet at the monthly meeting, or contact me.
We had 10 players at Castle Hill Bowling Complex on Friday 20 September, which included Toni & Ken Smith who were first timers.
Max Henderson after a slow start for him was the star with a score in the 160’s. Cliff & Bruce also had very good performances in their second game.
On the ladies side it was fairly even until Toni stormed to the front in her second game.
Our next game is scheduled on Friday, 18 October. Normal numbers are likely to be down as there are a number of our regulars who will be away on holidays, Probus tours, etc.
If anyone has not indicated that they would like to participate in the future, please complete the sheet at the monthly meeting, or contact me.
Leader - Doug Matthews
Tennis Group Report - October 2019
We are a small group that play every Monday morning at 9.00am at West Pennant Hills Sports Club, we do have fun though.
Come along and join us, we would welcome more players. Your standard of play isn’t important, just come along and give it a go, you might surprise yourself and have fun.
Leader - Bob Davison
We are a small group that play every Monday morning at 9.00am at West Pennant Hills Sports Club, we do have fun though.
Come along and join us, we would welcome more players. Your standard of play isn’t important, just come along and give it a go, you might surprise yourself and have fun.
Leader - Bob Davison
Live Theatre October 2019
Honk! (the musical):
Our final theatre party for the year will be Honk! presented by Sydney Youth Musical Theatre at Hornsby RSL Club on Thursday 21 November at 7:30pm. As usual with SYMT performances, we will also reserve dining space at the club bistro beforehand.
This light-hearted and charming twist on Hans Christian Andersen's The Ugly Duckling is a story of acceptance. There's a brood of newly hatched ducklings on the farm, but one - "Ugly" - is an odd-looking duck. Failing to fit in, he leaves home and along the way meets a whole flock of unique characters, outwits a hungry Cat, and discovers that being different is not so bad.
The cost is just $32, for members and guests with payment by Friday 15 November to help secure good seats for that evening.
Billy Elliot:
We have 40 members and guests attending our theatre party to Billy Elliot the Musical – 10 Year Anniversary Tour on Wednesday 23 October 2019 at the Lyric Theatre at 7:00pm.
We will meet as usual at West Pennant Hills Sports Club on New Line Road, with the bus departing at 5:45pm to The Lyric Theatre Darling Harbour, with the show commencing at 7:00pm.
Your tickets will be issued as you board the bus that evening.
You probably already know that this date also coincides with our monthly meeting earlier that day, please also note that the club bistro does not open until 5:30pm that evening so that, dining at the club beforehand will be virtually impossible!!
Please note: Tickets will be distributed on the bus.
Cirque du Soleil:
Our Theatre Party to Cirque du Soleil on Wednesday, 13 November 2019 at the Entertainment Quarter Moore Park Sydney, under the Grand Chapiteau is now fully subscribed with all 30 tickets now allocated, again thank-you for your support and interest!!
Detail of travel arrangements will follow shortly, with the show commencing at 8:00pm with the bus departing from West Pennant Hills Sports Club with tickets again distributed on the bus.
Honk! (the musical):
Our final theatre party for the year will be Honk! presented by Sydney Youth Musical Theatre at Hornsby RSL Club on Thursday 21 November at 7:30pm. As usual with SYMT performances, we will also reserve dining space at the club bistro beforehand.
This light-hearted and charming twist on Hans Christian Andersen's The Ugly Duckling is a story of acceptance. There's a brood of newly hatched ducklings on the farm, but one - "Ugly" - is an odd-looking duck. Failing to fit in, he leaves home and along the way meets a whole flock of unique characters, outwits a hungry Cat, and discovers that being different is not so bad.
The cost is just $32, for members and guests with payment by Friday 15 November to help secure good seats for that evening.
Billy Elliot:
We have 40 members and guests attending our theatre party to Billy Elliot the Musical – 10 Year Anniversary Tour on Wednesday 23 October 2019 at the Lyric Theatre at 7:00pm.
We will meet as usual at West Pennant Hills Sports Club on New Line Road, with the bus departing at 5:45pm to The Lyric Theatre Darling Harbour, with the show commencing at 7:00pm.
Your tickets will be issued as you board the bus that evening.
You probably already know that this date also coincides with our monthly meeting earlier that day, please also note that the club bistro does not open until 5:30pm that evening so that, dining at the club beforehand will be virtually impossible!!
Please note: Tickets will be distributed on the bus.
Cirque du Soleil:
Our Theatre Party to Cirque du Soleil on Wednesday, 13 November 2019 at the Entertainment Quarter Moore Park Sydney, under the Grand Chapiteau is now fully subscribed with all 30 tickets now allocated, again thank-you for your support and interest!!
Detail of travel arrangements will follow shortly, with the show commencing at 8:00pm with the bus departing from West Pennant Hills Sports Club with tickets again distributed on the bus.
Leader - Bruce Bartle
Mid-West NSW Adventure April 2020
So far we have 28 people interested in the Mid-West of NSW Adventure planned for April 27th to May 1st 2020.
A committee has been formed and the trip is taking shape. We plan to drive to Orange and use Orange as our base. We have 2 options for local hotels.
We will spend a day touring Orange and surrounds, perhaps taking in a couple of wineries. Then a second day to explore the region covering Parkes, Forbes and Canowindra and other regional towns. The plan is to do both the day tours by coach. The other day will be open for shopping, golf, walking or sightseeing. There are some great local dining options.
Indicative cost for Hotel (Based on twin share) and Coach Tours is $475 per head. All other costs including lunch, dinner and other activities will be covered by the participants separately.
Please make a deposit of $200 per head to the activities account to secure your booking by the end of December.
Mid-West Adventure Committee
A committee has been formed and the trip is taking shape. We plan to drive to Orange and use Orange as our base. We have 2 options for local hotels.
We will spend a day touring Orange and surrounds, perhaps taking in a couple of wineries. Then a second day to explore the region covering Parkes, Forbes and Canowindra and other regional towns. The plan is to do both the day tours by coach. The other day will be open for shopping, golf, walking or sightseeing. There are some great local dining options.
Indicative cost for Hotel (Based on twin share) and Coach Tours is $475 per head. All other costs including lunch, dinner and other activities will be covered by the participants separately.
Please make a deposit of $200 per head to the activities account to secure your booking by the end of December.
Mid-West Adventure Committee
Leader - Tony & Glenda Coote
Whale Rock & Devlins Creek Walk
Fifteen walkers completed the lovely walk down from Pennant Hills Park to Devlins Creek and on to Whale Rock. The wildflowers were in bloom and the sulphur crested cockatoos were nesting and making a racket in many of the gum trees.
Walks like this one are what make Sydney a beautiful place to live. You only have to walk ten minutes from our built up areas to find yourself in natural bushland with abundant wildlife and lovely creeks and waterholes.
I think everyone enjoyed the day and the few of us who stayed behind for coffee afterwards felt that we had earned our refreshments.
Next Walk
Our next walk is scheduled on a date when many of us will be away on the cruise. I will talk to my extremely willing assistant (Enio) to see whether he is prepared to run another walk during my absence.
Fifteen walkers completed the lovely walk down from Pennant Hills Park to Devlins Creek and on to Whale Rock. The wildflowers were in bloom and the sulphur crested cockatoos were nesting and making a racket in many of the gum trees.
Walks like this one are what make Sydney a beautiful place to live. You only have to walk ten minutes from our built up areas to find yourself in natural bushland with abundant wildlife and lovely creeks and waterholes.
I think everyone enjoyed the day and the few of us who stayed behind for coffee afterwards felt that we had earned our refreshments.
Next Walk
Our next walk is scheduled on a date when many of us will be away on the cruise. I will talk to my extremely willing assistant (Enio) to see whether he is prepared to run another walk during my absence.
Photos from Whale Rock Walk
Leaders - Bob Carritt & Enio Dona
Wine and Cheese
Next Wine & Cheese night will be at Bain & Julie Shenstone's residence on Friday 1st November at 7.30pm.
The theme for the night will be HALLOWEEN!
Next Wine & Cheese night will be at Bain & Julie Shenstone's residence on Friday 1st November at 7.30pm.
The theme for the night will be HALLOWEEN!
Leader Julie Shenstone
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