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West Pennant Hills and District Probus Club Inc.

Newsletter

Newsletter No. 78 - September 2023

THE NEXT GENERAL MEETING  WILL BE HELD  AT THE CHERRYBROOK COMMUNITY CENTRE AT 10.30AM ON  WEDNESDAY 27th SEPTEMBER 2023.

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Vice President's Report

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Vice President’s Report - September 2023

I have the pleasure of filling in for Cathy this month whilst she is enjoying a well-deserved holiday - exploring, drinking wonderful wines, and dining in Italy.

Spring is certainly with us with numerous outdoor activities with Probus, family and friends. Take advantage of this beautiful weather and enjoy the school holidays if you have grandchildren. Making memories is a precious thing to do.
October is Probus month, and many activities and events are planned country wide. Buildings are being lit in Sydney mainly on the evenings of October 1st and 3rd. You will all have received a letter from David Moore our PSPL Chairman with details of when and where buildings will be illuminated.

As part of the celebrations, Pennant Hills Combined Probus Club has invited us to a picnic on Friday 27th October at Heritage Park in Castle Hill commencing after 10:00am.  Please refer to the separate flyer in this newsletter.


Please make our new members feel welcome at our meetings. If you haven’t had a chat with them, please introduce yourself. Can we please help our MC by taking your seat quickly after morning tea? Our guest speakers are usually waiting to start their talk and we have a limited time to hear our speaker, close the meeting and put everything away before 1:00pm when we must vacate the room.

This month our guest speaker is Chief Inspector Gary Raymond (Retired) whose topic is “Danger Was My Business!” Sounds very interesting.

A big thank you to all the Activity Leaders for your work in organising wonderful experiences for our members. We really appreciate the time and effort involved to make them fun and provide fellowship for us. Maybe Spring is the time to try a new activity such as Ten Pin bowling or Wine and Cheese evenings. Maybe organise a dining out, we are always looking for volunteers.  Try a new activity, you may like it.

Enjoy the fun, friendship and fellowship our club has to offer and have a great month.
 
Rosemary Clarke
Vice President


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Secretarial

​Correspondence In 
  • Email From West Pennant Hills & Cherrybrook Rotary Club regarding ​ Tree of Joy & Pamper Pack (see below) & Garage Sale

​Correspondence Out
  • None
​Hi,
The Club is again running a Tree of Joy campaign at both Cherrybrook and Westleigh Shopping Villages.
The trees will be up circa second week of November.
 
The Club has identified a need for Pamper Packs for Carers.
 
As an example, one of Charities we assisted last year, issued the following “shopping list”:
  • 23 Pamper Packs for Single Mums,
  • 1 Pamper Pack for an Aunt raising her nephew,
  • 9 Pamper Packs for Nannas raising their Grandchildren,
  • 2 Pamper Packs for Single Dads,
  • 1 Pamper Pack for an uncle raising his sibling’s children,
  • Gift for.4 girls aged newborn to 1 Year,
  • Gift for 5 boys aged newborn to 1 Year,
  • Gift for 4 girls aged 2 to 3 years,
  • Gift for 5 boys aged 2 to 3 years,
  • Gift for 4 girls aged 4 to 5 years,
  • Gift for 2 girls aged 2 to 3 years.
 
Last year we assisted 12+ charities. Admittedly, the other charities requested a lesser proportion of Pamper Packs.
 
Our Tree of Joy campaign is truly an example of community collaboration. The Club collects near 1,000 gifts from the community.
 
We are attempting to engage with the district Probus Clubs by suggesting members supply Pamper Packs for Carers.
Elements of the suggested contents are acceptable if budgets cannot stretch to a full pack.
 
I attach both “Tree of Joy” and “Pamper Pack” flyers.
 
Would you please place at least the Pamper pack flyer in your Bulletins between now, and end of November.
 
If your Club agrees to participate, then I (Keith Ball) will attend to collect items on either an “as needs” or “regular” basis.
Supply of a contact name and number to for coordination purposes will assist.
My contact details are below.
 
I apologise for being seemingly early and reminding you that Christmas is approaching.

To download the PDF of the Pamper Pack flyer click HERE

To download the PDF Tree of Joy flyer click HERE
Bev Watson

Details of the Probus Member Benefit Scheme are at:
www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/members_offers_member_benefits_scheme   (Cntl click on link)

Treasurer's Report

TREASURER’S REPORT For the Month ending 31 August 2023
GENERAL ACCOUNT
Opening cash balance  1 August 2023 $1,665.63
Interest $0.01
Deposits $618.75 Annual dues and joining fees received
$618.75
Expenses $(75.00) PSPL Capitation fees / Fair Trading
$0.00 Admin costs / Website Fees
$(50.00) Speaker Costs / Welfare
$(139.25) Hornsby Council venue hire
$(5.43) Morning teas
$0.00 Transfers to / (from) Activity A/c
$(91.00) New member costs
$(360.68)
Closing cash balance  31 August 2023 $1,923.71
ACTIVITIES ACCOUNT
Opening cash balance  1 August 2023 $4,682.00
Interest $6.14
Deposits $13,274.00 Cronulla
$0.00 Moore Park Golf
$150.00 Little Mermaid
$3,600.00 Ettalong
$8,250.00 Scenic Rim
$10,800.00 $36,074.00 Norfolk Island
Deposits to be identified $0.00
Payments $0.00 Cronulla
$0.00 Moore Park Golf
$(15.99) First Aid Kits
$0.00 Little Mermaid
$0.00 Ettalong
$(5,206.00) $(5,221.99) Scenic Rim
Closing cash balance  31 August 2023 $35,540.15
Open Activities Balance
Cronulla $16,813.90
Moore Park Golf $369.00
Little Mermaid $200.00
Ettalong $3,600.00
Scenic Rim $3,044.00
Norfolk Island $10,800.00
$34,826.90
Add:
Interest received
Prior years $0.00
This year to date $0.00
Activities surplus $713.25
To be fixed / transferred $0.00
Bank balance $35,540.15
TERM DEPOSIT
The Term Deposit was rolled over for $5,000.00, and has earned $106.31 this year, at interest rate of 4.75% p.a.
INTEREST
For this year, $341.09 has been received as interest – General Account $275.14, Activities Account $65.95.
ACTIVITY SURPLUS
The Activity Surplus currently stands at $713.25.
Michael Stinson
Treasurer 31 August 2023
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Michael Stinson​
Treasurer

Membership

In my absence, Lynne Henderson has done a great job in transitioning our 9 new members into our Club.
 
From all reports, they are already becoming involved in meetings and activities, auguring well for future ongoing engagement with the Club.
 
We will have formal inductions at one of our upcoming monthly meetings - please continue to make them feel welcome​.
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Just a reminder of our Club policies for attendance at meetings and activities.
  • Members are expected to attend a minimum of 10 functions (meetings and/or activities) per Probus year (April to March).
  • Visitors may only attend a maximum of 3 functions (meetings and/or activities) per Probus year. 
  • Currently membership is closed, awaiting to see if all members renew their membership.


Paul Day – Membership Officer


Welfare

WELFARE REPORT September 2023

Another month has gone by, and Christmas will be upon us before we know it.
Firstly, welcome to our new members. It is so nice to see some new faces among us and hope you enjoy the club as much as we do. Please reach out if you ever need any assistance. It’s all about Fun, Friendship and Fellowship and looking out for each other. To all members, please reach out and introduce yourself to our new members and make them feel welcome.

A few members have been in hospital over the past month and are now recovering after their ordeals. We wish you all well and hope your recoveries are progressing along nicely.

It is important, as members of Probus, that we care for the welfare of one another. If anyone has any information regarding another member being unwell or in hardship, please advise me so I can make contact and offer companionship and support where needed. All information will remain completely confidential.

Many thanks to those members who have been in contact with me over the past few months as I was dealing with ongoing medical issues. All is good now and it’s time to party once again. Have a good month and stay happy and healthy.
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One last thing - “MOVE IT OR LOSE IT” as they say. Attend the activities that you are comfortable with and have some fun. It’s good for the soul. 

Toni Smith & Ken Smith – Welfare Officers
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September Guest Speaker - Detective Chief Inspector Gary Raymond OAM (Retired) Danger Was My Business

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Detective Chief Inspector Gary Raymond APM, OAM (Retired) Dip.VET

Gary started his career aged 9 as a St John Ambulance Cadet. He later joined the NSW Ambulance serving 5 years as an Ambulance Officer. He then joined the NSW Police Force serving 34 years performing General Duties, Police Rescue Squad, Detectives, Senior Royal Commission Investigator, Acting Commander, Terrorism Risk Assessor and Duty Officer.
Gary has a Diploma in Vocational Education & Training & holds a 1st Dan Black Belt in Japanese Shorin Ryu Karate. Gary is married to Michelle a Primary School teacher and has two Mini Schnauzer dogs named Darcy & Zac.
Gary attended the Granville Train Disaster, Savoy Christmas Day Thredbo Landslide Disaster, Hilton Hotel Bombing, Luna Park Ghost Train Fire, Manly Ferry ran aground, Newcastle Earthquake, Christchurch Earthquake, Queensland Cyclone Larry, Tsunami Recovery in Sri Lanka, NSW Bushfire Emergency & COVID Pandemic.
As a Detective, Gary investigated many serious crimes including the murder of Nurse Anita Cobby and the assassination of Cabramatta Parliamentarian John Newman.
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Gary’s awards: -
Order of Australia Medal (OAM)
Australian Police Medal (APM)
National Medal with 30-year clasp
Australian Police Service Medal
The New South Wales Police Medal
2000 Olympic Games Citation
NSW Volunteer Rescue Association Medal
Granville Train Disaster Medal
3 Commander’s Commendations for arresting armed & dangerous offenders
NSW Premier’s Bushfire Emergency Citation
NSW Ambulance COVID Pandemic Medal
 
Gary’s present appointments: -
Chaplain, Police Post Trauma Support Group
Chaplain, NSW Ambulance
Chaplain, Retired & Former Police Association NSW
Padre, RSL Sub-Branch Blacktown
Branch Welfare Officer, Retired & Former Police Association NSW
Facilitator, Christian Police Fellowship NSW
Patron, Search Dogs, Sydney
Member, The Salvation Army
Member, Rotary Club of Blacktown City
Member, Homicide Victims Support Group
Member, Building Committee, Police Museum
Ambassador, Anita Cobby’s Grace’s Place

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Birthday  Celebrations

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 Happy Birthday
 To all our members
Celebrating a birthday in September

​​William Brown
Bob Carritt
Deirdre Clark
Rob Clarke
Gail Day
Ray Heaton
Rosemary Jones
Douglas Matthews 
Mike McLeod
Teza Ridge
Michael Stinson

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GARAGE SALE + MARKETS
+ CAR BOOT SALE


Saturday 30th September - 8am to 3pm ONE DAY ONLY!

COME & GET SOME BARGAINS!

Cherrybrook Uniting Church, 134 New Line Road, Cherrybrook

STALLS INCLUDE:

​BBQ
HOMEWARES
MARKET STALLS

PLANTS
CAKES
COFFEE & FOOD

CAR BOOT SALES
TOOLS


All proceeds go to "Domestic & Family Violence Charities" and other Rotary Charities.

For more Information phone 0468 330 667

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To download flyer CLICK HERE

Club Covid 19 Policy

We have set down a Covid 19 policy for the club. Essentially we will abide by the NSW health guidelines.  We ask all members to respect the health and wellbeing of their fellow members, and therefore not attend activities unless they are fully vaccinated.  We have no desire to get into a situation where we need to physically check every attendee to determine their vaccination status.  We are relying on the integrity of our members and the fact that they are endangering their friends if they do not abide by this policy.

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Newsletter Copy Deadline

Please provide your contributions for the October Newsletter by Friday 25th October 2023.


 Please copy directly into Dropbox under :-

WPHD Probus Activities / Activity Newsletter Contributions / Contributions – 2023 10

PLEASE NOTE:  Enio Dona will be preparing the October newsletter as I will be away in Flores, Indonesia.

Alternatively, please email to Enio Dona for newsletter articles.


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Activities List

To go to the Activities Calendar - click HERE!

Click on activity to go straight there!
Activity Group    Leaders
Book Challenge Sue Calabrese
Book Club Bev Davison
Cards David Turner, Ray Heaton 
Cycling Gerard Siddle, Tony Coote
Day Trips (Bus/Train/Ferry) Helen Games
Dining Out Looking For Monthly Leaders
Domestic Travel Max Henderson
Gardening Julie Stinson, Sue Small, Lorenza Powyer
Golf Terry Ridge, Jeff Swan
Mens Club Rene Beutler
Mixed Social Group Helen Beulter, Hilda Somerfield
Movies John Cauchi, Donna Fraser
Overseas Travel Looking For Leader
Photography Rob Clarke, Bain Shenstone
Ten Pin Bowling Douglas Matthews, Paul Day
Tennis Bob Davison
Theatre and Musicals Bruce Bartle, Robyn Bartle
Walking Group Enio Dona, Lynne Henderson
Wine & Cheese Julie Shenstone, Susan Antonjuk
 
For an activity group to start, a member needs to step forward to lead the group
                              

The club is looking for Dining Out Activity leaders
Currently Dining Out is being organized on a rotational basis for one month at a time.  Please come and discuss with Stuart about taking on this roll for August to November 2023.



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Book Challenge

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MOE! Challenge has now started - ‘Move On, Enjoy’
 
MOE! will run from Mid-March ‘23 to next March ‘24. We have a group challenge of 86 books – one more than what was achieved this year. The group will aim to reach if through each person’s own individual challenge. A quiet month with so many travelling.
You can join at any time – just set your challenge from your starting point – calculate how many you read in a month times the number of months you are in the challenge +1 more. Read your own choice of book, post about it, and enjoy the rundowns of the other readers. If you wish to join but don’t do Facebook, send me an email and I’ll put it into the page on your behalf.

The Weekend Before the Wedding by Tracy Bloom: you got an inkling of what the end would be from the first couple of chapters but still a pretty good read. Why anyone would want to have a hens party in Portugal that included her prim mother complete with sniffs and handbag, her bestie, the mother of twin boys she will happily abandon for the chance of a long weekend of freedom, her straight-laced along with the full on angst of a rebellious teenage daughter, all at the home of her mobility scooter aunt with a wicked liking for the delights of a local bar. What could possibly go wrong. Theme of hens party - Spice Girls. All search for and find their true desires as they live in way they could never have believed they would ever do.

Atlas – the story of Pa Salt by Lucinda Riley and Harry Whittaker: finally everything is drawn together. The final book of the Seven Sisters Series - the book of their adoptive father Pa Salt. What he went through during his life and how he came to choose each of the girls to put under his protection. All the time running from his childhood ‘brother’ Kreeg Eszu. Riley died before this book was written and her son has done a pretty good job writing from her notes. Perhaps needed more editing. Spans 80 years and is full of drama, and dare I say a lot of melodrama. Sometimes even mawkish. Some of it you may have already guessed, and at times the timeline was a bit skewif but still a good read.
 
Hope to see more of you join. Sue Calabrese (From beautiful downtown Roccella Ionica, Italy)

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​Leader: Sue Calabrese

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Book Club

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Book Club Report - September 2023

​Firstly, I’d like the thank everyone in the group for hosting meetings and delivering books back and forth to the library in my absence.
 
The last meeting was held at Rosemary Clarke’s home on Thursday 14th September.  The discussion was about The Lost Man by Jane Harper.  Unfortunately, I couldn’t be there but I believe the book was enjoyed by the group.
 
Our next meeting will be Thursday 26th October at my place.
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Leader - Bev Davison

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Two brothers meet at the border of their vast cattle properties under the unrelenting sun of outback Queensland.
They are at the stockman’s grave, a landmark so old, no one can remember who is buried there. But today, the scant shadow it casts was the last hope for their middle brother, Cameron.
The Bright family’s quiet existence is thrown into grief and anguish.
Something had been troubling Cameron. Did he lose hope and walk to his death? Because if he didn’t, the isolation of the outback leaves few suspects



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Cards

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Cards 500 Report for September 2023

Our last cards night was held on 25 August. We had one of our largest turnups with 33 to play and 24 for dinner. Unfortunately, this clashed with an event DCC was holding for the official cutting of the ribbon and handover of keys to Parramatta Leagues Club. We were still able to have a half price dinner along with a couple of free drinks but ended up not playing cards due to lack of appropriate tables to play on. But we all made the most of it with plenty of talk and catching up, a coffee and some cake if you could fit it in!

Apologies to the members who came just for the cards, but most of you stayed and caught up with fellow card players. We have been assured that the club will have a room ready for us next month!

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Cards for September will be on the 29th of September [1 week later than normal] due to the clash of dates for The Little Mermaid. By delaying a week, card players who want to go to The Little Mermaid won’t miss out.

Usual details –
Venue The Dural Country Club
Cards start 7pm
Dinner 5.45pm
$5 to play
Email to be sent out about a week beforehand with details for responding if attending cards and or dinner.
Cathy for David
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​Leader - David Turner

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Cycling

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 Cycling Group: September 2023

​The September cycling ride, commenced at the Rydalmere Ferry Terminal, then headed west along the Parramatta River to the UWS Campus before getting onto the new light rail cycle path. The group then headed north up to the Telopea Station stop. Although the path actually continues up to Carlingford, an “executive decision” was made to skip this section of the ride, as it was a further 2.0km uphill ride.
 
The group headed back down the line, for a coffee stop at the local Rydalmere shops. After coffee and energy intake, the ride continued down to Rosehill Station, over the new bridge above James Ruse Drive, then to the edge of the Parramatta business area, to check the progress of the new Powerhouse Museum on the southern bank of the Parramatta River before heading back to the Rydalmere Ferry Terminal.
 
The next proposed ride, will tour through Bicentennial Park, Badu Mangroves, Wentworth Common, Haslem Creek and Olympic Park.
 
Date: Wednesday 18th October 2023. 
 
Start time: 10.00am
 
Location: Waterview Restaurant carpark in Bicentennial Park
   (Enter off Australia Ave).
 
We will stop for a coffee along the way. 
 
Please bring your helmet, water and sunscreen.
 
Please let me know, if you are interested in joining the ride.
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​Leaders - Gerard Siddle/Tony Coote 

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Day Trips (Bus/Train/Ferry)

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The People’s House: Sydney Opera House at 50 - Museum of Sydney
Tuesday 17 October

The Museum of Sydney celebrates five decades of extraordinary performances and unforgettable moments at the Sydney Opera House. Since its grand opening on 20 October 1973, the Opera House has stood as a beacon of artistic expression,
leaving an indelible mark on the global stage. Its iconic silhouette has become a symbol of Sydney, and Australia.

Relive the magic of past performances and events and go behind the scenes to discover the remarkable stories that have shaped the Opera House from its very first year to now. View extraordinary costumes, posters and programs, rare archival
records, architectural drawings, photographs and much more.
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Meet; 10.30am outside the Museum Sydney, Corner Phillip Street and Bridge Street

Lunch: 12.30pm Opera Kitchen

Travel: 9.15 am I will catch the Metro from Castle Hill to Chatswood and Wynyard
and walk to the museum.

Cost: Free. Buy your own lunch

Please let me know by email or SMS if you would like to join us by Friday 6 October as I need to book the museum and a table for lunch.

Helen Games
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September Day Trip - Marilyn & WIMR

​We really enjoyed Marilyn: The woman Behind the Icon Exhibition at the Town Hall on
Wednesday 6 September. We were able to delve deeper into the enigmatic world of the iconic film
star. We traced Marilyn’s extraordinary journey from her childhood to her meteoric rise to fame
and the lasting impact she made on popular culture.
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We then travelled to WIMR at Westmead to meet the researchers. After a delicious lunch at the
research centre we listened to Professor Scott Byrne speak about Harnessing the Power of
the Immune System to Fight Disease. This was followed with a talk by Dr Caitlin Finney called
Unravelling the Mysteries of Alzheimer’s Disease. Karina Penfold also discussed The Why’s
and Wherefores of Wills. This was followed by afternoon tea and individual discussions with the
presenters.
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PROBUS MONTH ALLIANZ STADIUM TOUR INVITATION

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You are invited to join us on a tour of the new world class Allianz Stadium on Monday, 16 October, to celebrate Probus Month. Following the tour, Probus members will be welcomed by the Hon Jodie Harrison MP, NSW Minister for Seniors, and enjoy the lighting of the Allianz Stadium and Sydney Cricket Ground in Probus colours.

This invitation is open to all Probus members however there are limited spots available so please book early.

The new world class Allianz Stadium is one of Australia’s top destinations for major sporting and entertainment events. Home to some of Sydney’s most successful sporting franchises, this 42,500-seat rectangular stadium, situated next to the world-famous Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) and on the doorsteps of the vibrant CBD.
 

When:  Monday 16 October 2023, Tour starts at 5:45 PM
Where:  Meet at Gate 8 of Allianz Stadium, Moore Park, Sydney

 
 
This is a great opportunity to visit the Cox Architecture designed stadium, which complements the natural parklands surround and features a state-of-the-art roof, featuring unique lighting effects, a striking bronze façade and stunning lighting.

During this 60 minute behind the scenes tour of Australia’s newest and most exciting stadium, members will explore the stadium and hear entertaining stories of players, spectators and past events.

 
Click Here To Book Your Tour Now!
Leader - Helen Games

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Dining Out

September 2023

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The Vicar Dural
 

On Thursday 31st August lunch was enjoyed by 27 Probus members including 2 new members Geoff and Meg Heaton.
 
Good food, drinks and company was the order of the day. Thank you to all who attended making it a great day out.
 
Photos are by Sue Hackett
 
Next dining out is Café SER  20th September 


Currently Dining Out is being organized on a rotational basis for one month at a time.  Please come and discuss with Stuart Mitchell about taking on this roll for any month August to November 2023. 

Leader - Looking For Monthly Leaders

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Domestic Travel

Cronulla - Monday 30 October to Thursday 1 November 2023



                         Kurranulla place of pink shells
                  
               Also known as
Cronulla
 
                         Kurranulla place of pink shells
                         Also known as Cronulla
 
MONDAY 30TH October
11.00am Kurnell Whale Watching Platforms
1.00pm Lunch behind visitor centre (bring fold up chairs & drinks.
2.00pm onwards RYDGES check in.
4.30pm onwards CRONULLA RSL BOWLING CLUB
 
TUESDAY 31ST October
6.30am to 9.00am Breakfast Zimzala or Rydges or other.
10.30am Cruise. Leaves exactly at 10.30am no later. “If not on board bring flippers”
Houseboat to be advised.
7.00pm Yalla Sawa
 
WEDNESDAY 1st November
7.00am to 9.00am Breakfast Rydges or optional
8.30am, 9.30am, 10.30am or 11.30am Ferry Cronulla to Bundeena. Walk from Bundeena past Bundeena RSL along Jibbon beach past aboriginal rock carvings and nature beach to headland. The distance walked is individually optionalised.
12.00pm onwards Bundeena RSL lunch etc.
7.00pm Sea Level
 
THURSDAY 2nd November
10.30am Sydney Tram Museum  

Please note that the Cronulla trip is now fully booked.

Leader - Barry Wailes

Central Coast NSW – Mon 18 to Thurs 21 March 2024

Now we have sorted our capacity constraints, mainly dining, accommodation and a fabulous Tuesday morning cruise, if anyone else is interested we could possibly accommodate them. However, you need to be quick, please let us (Col or Max) know asap.

The trip currently comprises 35 participants who have reportedly paid their $100pp deposit.
The balance of costs will be required by the end of January 2024. In addition to the accommodation (varies dependant on your room selection, generally we all went for the one-bedroom apartments, either hinterland view $657 or ocean/pool view $777 (3 nights) will be the:
  • Brisbane Waters Ferry History Cruise, (Tuesday, $45pp) and
  • The Thai Space Restaurant (Tuesday, banquet dinner, $40pp).


All other costs incl breakfasts, lunches, dinners (Ettalong Diggers Club and Ettalong Hotel, Monday and Wednesday) etc to be paid for separately by the participants.
The trip can be as active or as lay-back as you want it to be. However, in the spirit of Probus, can everyone can please come together for the:
  • Brisbane Waters History Cruise, departing from Patonga (9.30am-12 noon), and
  • Evening meals

In future newsletters, we will provide numerous activity and touring options, the majority of which are within 30 minutes of Ettalong Beach.
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For example, one optional group tour for Wednesday, starting at Terrigal where you could easily spend 1-2 hours and then work your way back along the beaches and lookouts to Ettalong Beach. Although that day will unfold differently depending what you want to do after Terrigal, a good spot is The Haven (Terrigal) where the Skillion is - a 150m sedimentary rock formation formed in the Triassic Period. There is plenty of parking, fabulous views, a waterfront café and a new level boardwalk connecting it to the adjoining Terrigal beach and shops.
An updated attendance sheet, showing participant names, room/bed preferences and emergency contacts will be at the next meeting. Can you please check all details are correct and sign.

Colin McGowan   Max Henderson
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Norfolk Island – Mon 30 Sep to Mon 7 Oct 2024

Norfolk Island is a very popular trip with limited availably for groups, including late next year. Subsequently due to our numbers exceeding expectations and with only three options available, we selected Monday 30 September to Monday 7 October 2024.

Also, due to the complexities associated with organising this trip we engaged a local travel agent (Ros Savio of ‘ATour’ Travel Service) to put a suitable package together. I recently received a two-page itinerary, which I have emailed to the participants. Basically, the same as the original, amended to reflect our new dates.

All thirty-five of our participants have paid their $300 deposits which was transferred (thanks Michael) to the ‘ATour’ account.
Your respective balances, via two payments (apportioned at airfare and balance) will be payable directly into the ‘ATour’ (not Probus) account as detailed in the itinerary, including T&Cs. Note, as previously advised, prices quoted are current and subject to change for 2024.

Once the airfares are published our agent will be seeking to lock in and will request the airfare component, possibly in the next few weeks. The balance won’t be payable unit about July.
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An updated attendance sheet, showing participant names (identification, as per drivers’ licence or passport), room preference (double, twin or single) and emergency contacts will be at our next meeting. Can you please check all details are correct and sign.

Any suggestions or questions, please give me a call.
Leader - Max Henderson
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Gardening

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Gardening Group – September 2023

​During September, the garden group visited the David Jones Annual Flower Show in the city. We looked at the 17 flower window displays and also saw the flower exhibition on the ground and 1st floor. One of the florists involved in creating the displays is colour blind and as such his flower displays utilise different shapes and textures. These were located around the grand piano and of course there was a pianist playing. Overall, the David Jones flower show was quite lovely and appreciated by all.
 

Our next Gardening Group day will be visiting the:

Campbell Rhododendron Gardens
1 Bacchante Street, Blackheath
 
 
Date:  Thursday 12 October 2023.  
 
The Campbell Rhododendron Gardens are a unique display of rhododendrons, azaleas, maples etc. planted among the eucalypts and bushland. It covers an area of over 18 hectares. The prime time to visit for the flower display is during their Spring Welcome weeks (30 Sept to 5 Nov 2023). It is only during this time that scones, jam & cream with Tea/Coffee are available on Thursday to Sunday at the Rhodo Tea Rooms. 
 
A $14 payment per person is required by 30 September to cover the entry fee and the Aussie Cream Tea (their version of Devonshire tea).
 
 
Meet:   Be at West Pennant Hills Sports Club for an 8.45am departure. Please let me know if you can volunteer to carpool or if you require transport. Please advise me also if you are going straight to the Campbell Rhododendron Gardens Garden.  It is approximately a one hour and 45 minute drive.
 
Morning Tea: Upon arrival at the Gardens, we will have morning tea (scone with tea/coffee) at the Tea Rooms located in the Gardens 
After morning tea we will wander around the Gardens.
 
Lunch: We will dine at Birdies' Bistro at Blackheath Golf and Community Club, Brightlands Avenue, Blackheath. The Golf Club is a 5 minute drive from the Gardens. There is a seniors menu as well as the lunch menu at the Golf Club. Lunch is to be paid individually at the Golf club. 
 
If you are interested in going to the Gardens and morning tea, please advise me by email or SMS & transfer $14 per person to the Probus Activities bank account with your "Surname & Garden" in the description by 30 September 2023


Julie Stinson  


Below are a couple of garden ideas if you have some spare time that you want to do something else during October. Please note that these are not planned Probus activities. I have listed 1 & 2 below for information only.
 
  1.  Terrarium Workshop at Castle Hill RSL on Thursday evening 7pm to 9pm on 12 October 2023 Cost $85 plus booking fee. Refer attached website link  https://www.castlehillrsl.com.au/cheeky-thursdays/terrarium-workshop/
  2. Orchid Central display & competition on 13th to 15th October at Club Condell Park, Bankstown. Cost $10. Refer to the attached file and https://www.orchidscentral.com.au/ for further information/schedule.
For our regular monthly garden outing, I have previously sent an email outlining our October trip on Thursday 12 October to the Campbell Rhododendron Gardens in Blackheath.
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Photos From David Jones Annual Flower Show
Leader - Julie Stinson
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Golf

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Golf Report September 2023 - The Bunker News

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Grandad
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HELLO Probus Members
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​This month our game was played at North Ryde Golf Course. The weather was great, and a good time was had by all. Our players enjoyed a nice lunch afterwards in the Ranch Hotel.

We had 16 players who enjoyed the 9 holes at North Ryde.
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We have a booking for Fox Hills   6th October  from 9am Jeff Swan has sent an email for those interested for player acceptance or decline so please add to your calendar.



Yours in Fun, Fellowship & Friendship

Leaders - Terry Ridge & Jeff Swan
WPH&D Probus Inc - Golf Coordinators

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Men's Club - September 2023

Next Men's Group activity will be on Wednesday 11th October, 12 noon at Hillside Hotel, Old Northern Rd, Castle Hill for lunch.  


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Cheers Rene



Leader - Rene Beutler

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Mixed Social Group

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Mixed Social Coffee Morning
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The Mixed Social Coffee Morning meets last Monday of the Month.
 
Our next coffee morning is . . .
      
Monday 25th September
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​at 10.30am

Meet in the Bistro Area, Castle Hill RSL
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All members are welcome.  Please come along and enjoy a chat.



Leader- Helen Beutler
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Movies

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​Movie Group - September 2023

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We meet on the first Tuesday of the month in the foyer area of Event Cinemas on the Piazza side of Castle Towers usually around 9.30am, depending on session times.

As the newsletter comes out earlier than the session times are advertised, we email members who have advised their interest in being on our Movie Emailing List with the relevant movies for the following first Tuesday of the month Movie Day. Also, we usually meet at Cosmo Café after the movie for lunch. When you receive the Movie Email, could you please advise by return email whether or not you will be joining us for lunch after your movie.

Please note that there will now be a Movie Sign-In Sheet placed on the table at the back of the hall at our monthly Probus meetings for members to sign their Intention to Participate at the next movie day. If you would like to be added to the Movie Contact List please add your name and contact details at the bottom of this Intention to Participatesheet and we will arrange to have our Movie Emailing List updated accordingly. Similarly, if your name is on our list and you would like it removed, could you please draw a line through your name and it will be removed accordingly.

John Cauci and Donna Fraser

Leaders – John Cauchi & Donna Fraser
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Photography

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Photography Group September 2023
Image of the Month and Facebook Site Banner Image
Each month as a group we choose the image of the month and an image that will fit the photography clubs Facebook site.
  • Image of the Month
The image of the month is the best image taken during the month from the set and open categories and each month it is getting harder to select the image of the month as some outstanding images are submitted. Congratulations Elizabeth Wojtczak on having being awarded the best image of the month with is monochrome image of boys playing in the water in Ireland. The image tells a story and has excellent leading lines.
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  • Facebook site Image
Our Facebook site has a banner image that we change each month.  As we require a landscape image that fits in the space, we also vote on the Facebook site image.
Congratulations Bain Shenstone for the fabulous minimalistic image of a black church in Iceland. The clouds make this a fantastic image.
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​Super Blue Moon Thursday August 31
A few of our members took off to Long Reef to take images of the supermoon. We were a little concerned that the moon may be hidden by cloud that happened for a short time. However we were able to get some supermoon images.
Set Subject for October Meeting
Out set subject for October is sports photography. At our September meeting we had a presentation on Sports photography that was widened to include all the excitement of the crowds at these events.

Facebook Site
Our group has a Facebook site, and the link is:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/254025278937219/?ref=group_header
To view the site with all the images “ctrl+left click the mouse button” on the link above.
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Next Meeting
The next meeting will be on Wednesday October 3rd  at the Clarke’s residence at 7:30pm. Meetings are now scheduled for the first Wednesday of each month.

Rob Clarke


Travel Photos 

Open Photos

Leaders - Rob Clarke & Bain Shenstone​

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Ten Pin Bowling

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TEN PIN BOWLING REPORT - September 2023
 
Doug is away so I (Toni S) took on the bowling this month.

We had a nice group of 8 bowlers this month. The scores were very good for our first game with everyone bowling well. Congratulations to Greg for scoring 2 strikes and 9 pins in his last go. This put him in front for the 2nd game with 122. Greg bowled 4 strikes over the day. Well done to Greg. 

Over the day we scored 20 strikes between us all which is pretty good for us oldies. Hilda bowled 5 of those strikes, so well done Hilda. That new knee is certainly working well for you.
The overall winner was Max with 133. Best ladies score was Toni with 130.

Toni S

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Leader - Doug Matthews
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Tennis

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Tennis Group Report- September 2023

Tennis continues on Monday and Wednesday, weather and flu permitting.

Once again, we are still looking for anybody who would like to have a go. If you are reluctant to buy a tennis racquet in case the game doesn’t really suit you, let me know and I will bring an extra one, so you can have a “tester” game.

Monday and Wednesday at 8:30am at the Belltree Cres, Castle Hill, off New Line Rd.



Bob and Bev Davison

Leader - Bob Davison

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Theatre and Musicals

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Live Theatre September 2023

A huge vote of thanks to those whom who attended Sydney Youth Musical Theatre’s production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid at The Riverside Theatre Parramatta on Friday 22 September, what a fabulous show, really “Young people can achieve amazing things, when given the opportunity”.
 
Our next theatre party to Willoughby Theatre Company’s production of “Cats” at The Concourse Theatre Chatswood on Thursday 26 October has now also been finalised, we can now confirm that we have secured and advised by email on 17 September, those 13 tickets at a group price of $59.50 including booking fee are now due for payment.
 
 Please remit $59.50 for each ticket to the Probus Activities account 
 
Include Surname & Cats.
 
 Tickets will be handed out at our October meeting or beforehand if requested.
  
Bruce Bartle

Leader - Bruce Bartle
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Walking Group

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Walking - September 2023

The Kellyville Metro Station to Rouse Hill Metro26 members enjoying the sights and the snakes Station walk was a great success with some 26 members enjoying the sights and the snakes.  Lunch was enjoyed at the end of the walk at Rouse Hill shopping centre.  Please see attached photos.
 
Please keep the following dates free
  • Oct 10th  See details below
  • Nov 14th   Railway to River Walk, Chatswood
  • Dec 12th   TBA
 
The next walk is on Tuesday Oct 10th, and it is the local walk, the ‘new elevated walkway over Pye Creek’, Cherrybrook. 
This is a medium grade 3.4km walk for 1.5 hours, into the local bushland, but gravel paths, one steep section and one creek crossing.  Good shoes are required.  It is expected to be completed by 11:30am.   Dogs are welcome.
 
What you will see
• Pyes Creek elevated walkway steel swing bridge.
• local bushland
 
Details of the next walk,  
Meet:     Drive to and park near the corner of Forrester Cr and Josephine Cr, Cherrybrook. 
When:    Tuesday Oct 10th 2023  
Time:      10am.    
Walk:      Into the local bush, down the Kentia trail and onto Pyes Creek Elevated walkway loop and returning to the cars,
Parking:  Plenty of on street parking on Forrester Cr and Josephine Cr.
Coffee:    No Coffee stop near this walk.  After the walk, try The Burrow on Shepherds Drive Cherrybrook.  
Toilets:   No Toilets available during this walk.
Lunch:     your own arrangements.
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Photos from the walk on Tuesday 
Leader - Enio Dona / Lynne Henderson
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Wine & Cheese

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Wine & Cheese September 2023

Thanks to Karin Regel for hosting the September Wine & Cheese. There was a select number of attendees, with musical chairs being played at one stage. An enjoyable evening was had by all.

The October Wine & Cheese with be on Friday 13th October at the home of Rosemary and Rob Clarke.



Leader  Julie Shenstone & Susan Antonjuk
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