| TREASURER S REPORT | For the Month ending 31 August 2026 | ||
| GENERAL ACCOUNT | |||
| Opening cash balance | 1 August 2026 | $4,673.15 | |
| Interest | $0.00 | ||
| Deposits | $0.00 | Annual dues and joining fees receive | |
| $0.00 | |||
| Expenses | $0.00 | PSPL Capitation fees / Fair Trading | |
| $0.00 | Admin costs / Website Fees | ||
| $0.00 | Speaker Costs / Welfare | ||
| $(162.50) | Hornsby Council venue hire | ||
| $(39.80) | Morning teas | ||
| $0.00 | Transfers to / (from) Activity A/c | ||
| $(346.00) | Anniversary lunch | ||
| $0.00 | New member costs | ||
| $(548.30) | |||
| Closing cash balance | 31 August 2026 | $4,124.85 | |
| ACTIVITIES ACCOUNT | |||
| Opening cash balance | 1 August 2026 | $21,880.65 | |
| Interest | $25.07 | ||
| Deposits | $0.00 | Cards 500 | |
| $0.00 | Buchan | ||
| $(179.00) | Nelson Bay | ||
| $0.00 | Cirque du Soleil | ||
| $416.00 | Anniversary Celebration | ||
| $(25.00) | Sue Urchin | ||
| $120.00 | Pine Tea | ||
| $1,722.00 | Kooza | ||
| $0.00 | $2,054.00 | Fixes | |
| Deposits to be identified | |||
| Payments | $0.00 | Cards 500 | |
| $(2,560.00) | Buchan | ||
| $0.00 | Lion King | ||
| $(3,428.00) | Nelson Bay | ||
| $0.00 | Cirque du Soleil | ||
| $(375.00) | Sue Urchin | ||
| $0.00 | Pine Tea | ||
| $(2,430.80) | $(8,793.80) | Kooza | |
| Transfers outstanding | |||
| Closing cash balance | 31 August 2026 | $15,165.92 | |
| Open Activities | Balance | ||
| Cards 500 | $70.00 | ||
| Buchan | $13,670.00 | ||
| Nelson Bay | $0.00 | ||
| Cirque du Soleil | $(190.20) | ||
| Pine Tea | $220.00 | ||
| Kooza | $398.20 | ||
| $14,168.00 | |||
| Add: | |||
| Activities surplus | $997.92 | ||
| Unresolved fixes | $0.00 | ||
| Bank balance | $15,165.92 | ||
| TERM DEPOSIT | |||
| The Term Deposit was rolled over in July at a value of $5,237.85, and has earned $378.99 this year, | |||
| at current interest rate of 4.75% p.a. | |||
| INTEREST | |||
| For this year, $101.01 has been received as interest General Account $0.00, Activities Account $101.01. | |||
| ACTIVITY SURPLUS | |||
| The Activity Surplus currently stands at $997.92. | |||
| Michael Stinson | |||
| Treasurer | 31 August 2026 | ||
| Activity Group | Leaders |
| Book Challenge | Sue Calabrese |
| Book Club | Bev Davison |
| Cards | David Turner, Ray Heaton |
| Cycling | Gerard Siddle, David Antonjuk |
| 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 Beutler, Hilda Somerfield |
| Movies | Donna Fraser |
| Overseas Travel | Looking For Leader |
| Photography | Rob Clarke, Bain Shenstone |
| Table Tennis | Enio Dona |
| Tai Chi | Helen Games |
| Ten Pin Bowling | Douglas Matthews, Paul Day |
| Tennis | Bob Davison |
| Theatre and Musicals | Bruce Bartle, Robyn Bartle |
| Trivia Group | Kim Nicholls, Hilda Somerfield |
| Walking Group | Enio Dona |
| Wine & Cheese | Julie Shenstone, Susan Antonjuk |
| For an activity group to start, a member needs to step forward to lead the group | |
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At its centre is Lenny Marks, a 37-year-old primary school teacher living a life meticulously controlled by routines, avoidance, and denial. Beneath her carefully ordered world lies a buried trauma tied to her mother’s disappearance and the ominous absence of her abusive stepfather. When a letter from the parole board arrives, Lenny’s fragile stability starts to crack, forcing her to confront long-suppressed memories, uncover hidden truths, and, ultimately, find a path toward healing and connection. |
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I knew our family reunion wouldn't end well. But I didn't expect murder. Maybe I should have known better. After all, everyone in my family is a killer. My parents, my siblings, my in-laws . . . even me. The deaths weren't all deliberate, of course. Accidents happen. So when a body is found in the snow, it's clear it's the work of a Cunningham. But which one? And why? I'll give you one clue: it wasn't me. But a piece of advice? Never trust a Cunningham . . . |
Terry & Jeff
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Winner – “Harsh Light” Estuarine Crocodile, Daintree River
– Rob Clarke The set subject for September was “Harsh Light”, a deliberately challenging subject requiring photographers to make effective use of strong, often unforgiving light. The winning image was Rob Clarke’s photograph of a crocodile on the Daintree River. The photograph captures the crocodile in its natural environment, with the strong light emphasising the extraordinary texture and detail of its heavily armoured skin. The tonal contrast gives the image considerable impact. |
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Daintree Tree, just west of Daintree Village – Rob Clarke
The tree was photographed just west of Daintree Village. Its extensive canopy provides a strong focal point against the surrounding mountains and dramatic sky, while the broad green landscape adds scale and depth to the composition. Azure Kingfisher, Daintree River – Rob Clarke
The Azure Kingfisher was photographed on the banks of the Daintree River. The brilliant blue plumage, contrasting warm chestnut breast and sharply defined beak make this a particularly striking wildlife image. The dark background helps isolate the bird and draw attention to its colour and detail. |
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Trivia September 2026
Next Trivia Night will be the 15th of October at The Dural Club 7:00pm start Brainstorm 2 and Brainstorm 1 in action on the 17th of September. Again thanks to Hilda for the Chocolates and Liquorice Allsorts |
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The newsletter is put together by the excellent work of three members. Editor for this month: Eric Scheeren
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