BEAUMONT HILLS PROBUS CLUB INC. Date of Incorporation 23rd August 2013 Incorporation No. Inc 1301049 P O Box 6169 ROUSE HILL NSW 2155 Website Address: www.beaumonthillsprobus.org.au NEWSLETTER JANUARY 2017 ® Editor: Chris Gardiner 0419 681 249 [email protected]This newsletter is sponsored by: Amcal Max Pharmacy and Pharmasave Pharmacy Rouse Hill Town Centre. 15% discount on fragrances and vitamins by showing Probus name badge on the day of the monthly meeting.
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BEAUMONT HILLS PROBUS CLUB INC.
Date of Incorporation 23rd August 2013 Incorporation No. Inc 1301049
P O Box 6169 ROUSE HILL NSW 2155 Website Address: www.beaumonthillsprobus.org.au
This newsletter is sponsored by: Amcal Max Pharmacy and Pharmasave Pharmacy Rouse Hill Town Centre. 15% discount on fragrances and vitamins by showing Probus name badge on the day of the monthly meeting.
PRESIDENTS COLUMN
President’s Column
It is 2017 already! What happened to 2016? I hope all our members & their families had a happy & safe Christmas/New Year break & are healthy for the com-
ing year.
Our club saw out the year in style. Full marks to Joy & Kerry for organising the Allegro’s Christmas Lunch in late November. It really was top notch. Also a
big THANK YOU to all our members who brought a plate to the December meeting. There was a fascinating array of delicious food available for sampling.
The AGM is fast approaching. Nominations for the new committee need to be handed to the Secretary (Kris Pannah) no later than Close of the meeting on 3rd
February 2017. Nomination forms are available in this newsletter, on our website and hard copies will be at the February meeting. The positions are: Vice Pres-
ident, Secretary, Treasurer, Membership & Welfare Officer, Event Co-Ordinator, Speaker Co-Ordinator, Newsletter Editor & Public Officer. There are a few
positions where the incumbent is moving on so that they will need filling, so why not take the opportunity to contribute & have your say? Feel free to speak to
me or any other committee member if you want more details. And YES, we will shanghai if necessary!
Life needs to proceed & as we shake off the Summer slow down, the Committee & Interest Group Leaders are hard at work organising a diverse range of out-
ings for you over the next few months. In particular, the multi-day trips are proving popular. The next Caravan & Camping trip is fully booked & the Life of
Riley & Uluru tours are proving very popular. Planned outings are featured both in the Newsletter & on the website.
Just a reminder that with the AGM in March comes the annual renewal of membership. This year we have simplified the form for easy completion. Yes, it is a
PSPL requirement. Also, get your payment to Trevor by EFT, cash or cheque at your earliest convenience.
I hope to catch you at a function or meeting soon.
Regards,
Allan
MEMBERSHIP FEES FOR 2017 are due
Cost: $50 per member
Payment can be made at February meeting or by transfer to clubs
account.
Account: Beaumont Hills Probus Club
Westpac BSB 032179—Ac 305002
Reference: Your surname to be shown plus Code M
Caravaning Trip— Stockton Beach Caravan Park
6th—9th March 2017 (3 nights)
Members who are attending the Stockton caravan outing who have not already done so, please let Barry know what options they are going to attend.
Option 1: Stockton Beach 4WD tour ……. Cost $34.00 per person
Option 2: Barefoot Bowls at Bowling Club …… Cost $5.50 per person
Option 3: Attending sausage sizzle ……. Cost $10.00 per person
Please confirm with Barry on 0401 767 078 or [email protected] or at February meeting by the latest.
BEAUMONT HILLS Probus Club Inc.
NOMINATION FORM FOR THE ELECTION OF OFFICE BEARERS
2017
ELECTION OF OFFICE BEARERS
POSITION
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Name of Nominee (print name)
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Signature of Nominee
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Proposed by (print name)
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Signature
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Seconded by (print name)
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Signature
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Completed forms to be received by Secretary
By close of meeting 3rd February, 2017
THEATRE REPORT—THE ACCUSED
If only jury duty was really like this, we would all be volunteering to do our duty on a very regular basis. We arrived at The Pavilion Theatre, Castle Hill, on 7th December to be greeted by a delightful spread and glasses of bubbles. A wide range of delightful finger food had been prepared by Kerrie and Lee and presented in a very professional manner. Other audience members were very impressed when they arrived and joined in, thinking wow—what a great theatre this is.
Then we were summoned into the courtroom (theatre) where we all sworn in as Jury Members and made aware of the importance of listening to all the evidence presented in the murder trial. It was a very interesting ordeal and after the De-fence and Prosecution presented their final arguments we all voted guilty or not guilty. The votes were counted and the Judge declared the verdict—Guilty. We were then left with the final segment showing us that the wrong person had been convicted. Perhaps, in true Jeffrey Archer style there would always be a twist.
DECEMBER MEETING (PARTY)
The December meeting was short and sweet—very sweet with cakes, slices and cookies, savoury goodies and fruit—all do-nated by members was enjoyed by everyone. Two special guests arrived bearing small jars of lollies for all, so a big thankyou to Santa and his special Elf helper. It was a fun way to finish the year and to spread some Christmas cheer.
Decadent Day Trippers -2016– Year in Review
2016 was a full year with 10 outings attracting 214 attendees – that averages just over 21 per outing with the most pop-
ular (32) being our ferry trip to Davistown. Our best rollup ever was 38 for the tour of Sydney Town Hall!
We did spread ourselves around the greater Sydney area in 2016 with two visits to each of the Blue Mountains, the
Central Coast & Sydney CBD with one visit each to the Hills District, Nepean area, Northern Beaches & the
(Sutherland) Shire. As the Beach Boys sang: “We get around!”. We travelled by bus, train & lots of ferries – Central
Coast (sadly not OPAL friendly), Lady class, Manly & Rivercat.
For the first time, we joined with another Interest Group & for a day we became the Decadent Cheese & Wine Day-
Trippers. We also managed to find some interesting but well hidden spots around Sydney. Despite not visiting the Bald
Archies this year, we still managed to have an artie theme with visits to Aboriginal art (Gymea), Streetscapes
(Katoomba) & a Panorama (Glenbrook). We also had many walks – along waterways, around Cockatoo Island or just
through suburbia. We also visited a cultural centre & who can forget sampling Sake? Also, closer to home, we toured
the North West Rail Link construction sites.
To sustain us on our journeys we ate in four clubs, four hotels, a café & a private residence. We also stumbled upon one
of the finer pie shops Australia has to offer (in Glenbrook).
We will be back in 2017 looking for good value OPAL destinations that are also represent one of Sydney’s hidden
gems. Please feel free to join us.
WALKING GROUP
The Walking Group elected to cancel their scheduled walk in December due to the distinct possibility of 35+C temperatures. Instead we all congregated at Lee and Stephen’s and had a great lunch and afternoon of comradery. The Walking Group will resume once temperatures cool down, probably April.
Decadent Day Trippers
MAY GIBBS Exhibition Trip
DATE: Tuesday 21/ 2/ 2017 ITINERARY:
Meet at the top of Martin Place near Macquarie St at 10:20. We cross to the State Library to view the exhibition celebrating 100 years since may Gibbs’ 1st publication. Admission is free & there is a coffee shop on site. You are also free to inspect the rest of the Library.
Around 11:45 we will make our way to Vapiano’s licensed Italian restaurant (Entertainment Book coupon B34) for lunch. It is situated on the Ground Floor of the Grace Hotel on the corner of King & York Streets. It offers a unique dining experience as you move between dining stations to choose your meal.
Meet at Circular Quay Wharf 5 around 9:30 to catch the 9:45 ferry to Woolwich, arriving at 10:09. Catch the 538 bus at 10:20 arriving at Clarkes Point Reserve Car Park around 10:30. If you elect to drive, there is Pay & Display parking available in the Reserve Car Park. It is strictly enforced. Admission is free but the optional Guide cost $5 in 2015.
Around 12:00 we will make our way back to the Woolwich Pier Hotel (approx. 250 M) for lunch.
It is a 15 minute walk back to the ferry terminal or the 538 leaves at 12 past the hour to catch the ferry at 24 past the hour.
14TH FEBRUARY, 2017 – 12.00PM – SAWMILLERS RESTAURANT AT QUAKERS INN
7 NIRIMBA DRIVE, QUAKERS HILL –
PAY ON THE DAY – IF YOUR NAME IS DOWN THEN YOU MUST ATTEND AS A HOLDING DEPOSIT HAS BEEN PAID FOR THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS THAT HAVE THEIR NAMES DOWN. IF YOU CANNOT AT-TEND PLEASE ADVISE JOY OR KERRY IMMEDIATELY.
CONCESSION FOR MAIN MENU ONLY – HALF PRICE – WE WILL CONFIRM FINAL NUMBERS AFTER OUR MEETING ON THE 3RD FEBRUARY.
14TH MARCH, 2017 – 10:30AM – CUMBERLAND STATE FORESTY
95 CASTLE HILL ROAD, WEST PENNANT HILLS.
WE WILL HAVE A BBQ AND SALAD
COST IS APPROXIMATELY $5 - $10 EACH – PAY ON THE DAY
AN AMAZING PLACE, IMMERSE YOURSELF IN MOTHER NATURE, BREATHE SOME FRESH AIR AND LEARN A BIT ABOUT THE BUSH – THERE IS A CAFÉ IF YOU FEEL LIKE A COFFEE! THIS SMALL STATE FOREST IS LOCATED SMACK BANG IN THE MIDDLE OF SUBURBIA AND IS A LOVELY LOCATION FOR A DAY OUT. THE FOREST CONTAINS BUSH WALKS, INFORMATION CENTRE, A NURSERY AND LOADS OF PICNIC AND BBQ FACILITIES ENTRY IS FREE. YOU CAN TAKE A WALK OR JUST SIT AND ENJOY THE SURROUNDINGS. IT IS ENTIRELY UP TO YOU.
APRIL 5TH, 2017 – NEPEAN BELLE PADDLEWHEELER – AT 12:00PM to 2:30PM
COST: SENIORS $49 EACH.
PLEASE BE AT PADDLEWHEELER BY 11:30AM. – BOARDING AT TENCH RESERVE, TENCH AVENUE, PENRITH.
WE HAVE CHOSEN THIS DATE AS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AND EASTER FALL DURING THIS MONTH.
A 2 COURSE BUFFET LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED – MAIN AND DESSERT, TEA & COFFEE. THEY HAVE A LICENCED BAR AT YOUR OWN COST AND WILL ONLY ACCEPT CASH.
PAYMENT IS DUE AT MARCH MEETING.
For payment by Direct Debit:
BSB 032179 – A/C 305002
Name: Code: NB Amount
SUNDAY 7TH MAY TO 12TH MAY, 2017
LIFE OF RILEY – JINDABYNE
STAYING AT LAKE JINDABYNE HOTEL
COST: $750 PER PERSON AND NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT CHARGES
GOING BY COACH
DEPOSIT OF $50 DUE AT MARCH MEETING
For payment by Direct Debit:
Name: Code: JIND Amount
JUNE, JULY, AUGUST YET TO BE ADVISED
TUESDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER TO 7TH SEPTEMBER, 2017
ULURU/AYRES ROCK
STAYING AT VOYAGES DESERT GARDENS HOTEL
COST IS $1467 TWIN SHARE PER PERSON AND SINGLE SUPPLEMENT IS $369
DEPOSIT OF $250 IS REQUIRED NOW IF INTERESTED
WE HAVE 22 ALREADY PAID DEPOSIT FOR THIS GETAWAY
FINAL PAYMENT IS DUE AT JUNE MEETING
For payment by Direct Debit:
BSB 032179 – A/C 305002
Name: Code: AR Amount
Wellbeing / Meditation Group
Recap Wellbeing / Meditation Night 14th December
As usual a wonderful night of relaxation and conversation before the Christmas rush...thank you to all that attended
at that busy time of year. Greg is leaving San Francisco at the moment on way to Tulsa with 3 mates to watch the Chilli Bowl
and then on to LA...no doubt he will need some R & R on his return.
Next Wellbeing / Meditation night is
Wednesday 8th February ..catch up at the meeting
thanks Kath Riddell
LUCKY DOOR PRIZE At our December party (sorry— meeting) La belle Elva, our Barrel Girl Extraordinaire, looking resplendent in her red Christmas dress, drew the lucky numbers. The happy winners were Des Lloyd and Paul Raddatz.
STITCH & CHAT
We will next meet again on Tuesday 7th February 2017.
Address: 5 Blaise P lace Parklea.
Anthea Osborne.
Beaumont Hills Probus Club
Theatre Group
KINKY BOOTS
At the Capitol Theatre
Wednesday 9th August 2017 1:00 pm
Payment due 17th February 2017: Direct Debit BSB 032179 - A/c 305002 - Code: TKB, Name, Amount $55.00
Talk to Lee Thomas or Kerrie Sims
BEAUMONT Hills Probus Club—Theatre Interest Group
Date Show Cost Payment Due Code
2017
15th February Calendar Girls $20.00pp Dec meeting TCG
Wed evening 8.15pm Pavilion Theatre Castle Hill
19th April Carmen $84.00pp Dec meeting TCM
Wed evening 7.30pm Fleet Steps Mrs MacQuaries Point
Sydney Harbour
10th May The Bodyguard $69.90pp March meeting TBG
Wed matinee 1pm Lyric Theatre Sydney
9th August Kinky Boots $55.00pp 17th February TKB
Wed matinee 1pm Capital Theatre Sydney
Direct Debit
Beaumont Hills Probus Club Inc
BSB: 032 179 Account No: 305002
When paying by direct debit put your
Initial, Name and the Code for the show.
You can cancel before the payment date. NO REFUNDS after payment date
All payments to be made to the Treasurer. Please specify clearly which show(s) you are paying for
When you make your payment.
TENNIS GROUP
Our first Tennis outing will be on Friday February 17th at 10am Where: Bernie Mullane Sporting Complex 10 Marcella Ave, Kellyville. For further information: Bev Potter 0429 200 560
BIRTHDAYS
With no newsletter in December we are celebrating birthdays for the months of January and December. Best wishes for a happy healthy year to all those who have already had their big day, as well as everyone with birthdays in February
JANUARY FEBRUARY
Bob Birchall 3rd Joy Fink 2nd
Barb Lloyd 5th Jenny Eames 2nd
Leslie Dudgeon 9th Des Lloyd 3rd
Chris Gardiner 12th John Brodie 5th
Peter McIlvride 12th Margaret Collins 10th
Jenny Chidel 14th Kris Pannah 12th
Ian Bowden 16th Barry Seach 15th
Gail Davies 19th
Dianne Fraser 16th Jenise McCredie 19th
Helen Baptiste 19th Vener Poniewierka 19th
Darinka Petkovich 20th Ruth Burke 22nd
Gary Byrnes 26th Veronica Frazer 22nd
John Armstrong 26th
Wow—that’s 1500+ years of life experience. No wonder we are such a clever club.
(The + is for those members who wish to keep their age a secret)
Kerry and Joy welcomed 58 members into their home to enjoy the final Cheese and Wine night for 2016. The Christmas Decorations inside the house were amazing, the food was yummy and everyone was full of Christmas spirit and no-one wanted to go home! It was a wonderful night and we thank the Finks for their warm and gra-cious hospitality.
FEBRUARY CHEESE & WINE EVENING:
When: Friday 24 February
Where: At the home of Jenise & Bruce McCredie
56 Benson Road
BEAUMONT HILLS
Phone: 9629 6463
Commencing at 6pm (note change of time for this evening only).
Sign-on sheet at next meeting 3 February.
UPCOMING CHEESE & WINE EVENTS TO PUT IN YOUR DIARY:
Thursday 23 March at the home of Anthea Osborne at Parklea.
Thursday 27 April Lunch at the home of Lesley & Norrie Dudgeon at Bowral.
More details to follow in next Newsletter.
CLUB ROSTER
SETTING UP AND PACKING UP HALL
What to do:
Set up all chairs for members.
Set up tables for Morning Tea (2 tables), set up tables for Committee, Social Events and other groups that require them. After the meeting the tables and chairs are to be packed away.
Friday 3rd February
Bob Fraser Tony Frazer Michael Morgan-Fry Harry Wojtczak
9679 1020 9634 2710 0418 209 616 9899 2755
Friday 3rd March
Bob Birchall Alan Mackrill Bruce McCredie Robert Wurth
4341 9517 0403 587 340 9629 6463 9788 0573
MORNING TEA ROSTER
What to do:
Help “Refreshments Coordinator” with filling of urns, set up coffee – tea – cups on tables provided. During the break help monitor the tables, etc to ensure smooth running. After the meeting has finished help pack up. All supplies (tea/coffee/biscuits, etc) will be provided – no need to bring anything.
Friday 3rd February
Jenny Reid Kerrie Sims Margaret Zelasko
9629 2548 0403 792 528 9896 4646
Friday 3rd March
Leslie Dudgeon Doreena Teoh Valda Bland
4861 4037 0424 564 113 9629 1019
TIMING: On your rostered day, please try to arrive by 9.00 am
SWAPPING: If you are unable to make it on your rostered day, please arrange for someone else to take your place and inform Theo Pronk on 0408 629 214
