THE PROBUS CLUB OF NORTH SYDNEY
Newsletter 376 20 February 2024
PRESIDENT’S REPORT - from Douglas
Many thanks to Noreen and Peter for arranging the very interesting tour of St Mary's Cathedral and Crypt. The terrazzo floor was stunning.
Our AGM will be next month. Elections are most
important and nominations are open for all positions, including Vice President, Outings Coordinator and Membership Officer. Could position holders please nominate a “standby person” to cover for their duties if absent.
A number of films have been enjoyed by members, including The Holdovers, Anatomy of a Fall and The Boys in the Boat. The just released All of Us Strangers gets a very good review. It may not be on by the end of the month - an extra movie outing may be on before then. TBA.
A worthwhile upcoming event is the Seniors Expo, with much information on lifestyle, travel, health and more. This will be held at the International Convention Centre, Darling Harbour, March 13 and 14. No ticket is required. If you missed out on getting a ticket to the Seniors Gala Concert this event will be live streamed at 2.45 pm on March 14. It is free, but you need to register on the web site, https://events.humanitix.com/2024-premier-s gala-concerts-live-stream
Enjoy the many benefits of volunteering – make friends, learn new skills, giving back to the community and making a difference. See the Lower North Shore Volunteer Expo,
Wednesday March 14, 11.30 am to -1.30 pm at the Dougherty Community Centre 7 Victor Street, Chatswood.
I'm looking at a trip away in late October. We hire a bus and go to the see the Mayfield Gardens in Spring. Visit the Penrith Art Gallery on the way to Bathurst where we stay for two nights. A whole day at Mayfield. On the way home stop at the ZigZag railway for a train ride. Has anyone any suggestions for anything else to do in the Bathurst area?
A problem with Committee meetings just before the General meeting is getting any major decisions out to the membership. Any suggestions?
MEMBERSHIP - report from Ivan Still 54 (34 women, 20 men)
Birthdays:
Norman McN 11 February, Noreen B 25 February, Brenda O 26 February, John G 29 February.
SPEAKERS - report from Patrick
• February Talk.
‘911 in New York’ by Hans Kunnen. In 2001 Hans was in New York and will share with us the chaotic scenes he witnessed at first hand.
• March Talk.
As customary at the March AGM, several newer members will share some of their life’s experiences
WALKS - report from Lindsay
Tuesday 12 March - North Curl Curl to Harbord Diggers walk.
Meet at 9.30am Starbucks Cafe on the corner of Margaret and York Streets, Sydney.
Catch the B1 at Bus Stand B Carrington Street at 10.21am.
Arrive Pittwater Road Brookvale Stand C at 10.49 am
Depart Stand D at 10.55 am on bus 177
Arrive Manly High School, North Curl Curl at 11.02 am
From there we will walk past the ovals to the Dee Why Creek Reserve towards the beach. Cross Griffin Rd and follow the path to Harbord Diggers for lunch. This is about an hour’s walk on very flat and easy well maintained paths, not challenging. Unfortunately I'm injured and won’t be leading the walk. Penny will lead this walk and she can't do anything too strenuous because of her hips.
The 167 bus departs outside the club at 1.42 pm and 2.02 pm and 2.22 pm back to Brookvale. There are also plenty of buses from the club to Manly.
OUTINGS - report from Noreen
Next Outing to Davistown RSL, Tuesday 27 Feb 2024.
Join our scenic train rides from North Sydney to Woy Woy then continue by ferry to lunch at the Davistown RSL Club – known as “The Davo”. On this outing we see picturesque sights of Brisbane Waters at the Central Coast. At lunch there are several options available from $20 or we can select from the all-day snack menu.
Travel is with your opal card on the train, and the ferry is $9.40 return (concession). Please bring cash or card for your expenses.
If you can come, please let us know at the meeting so we can book the ferry and lunch. The transport arrangements are.
8.55am North Sydney Station (Platform 4) - Train to Hornsby.
Meet Noreen and Peter at the second last carriage of the train.
9:53am Train from Hornsby to Woy Woy (platform TBA)
10:28 am Arrive Woy Woy (There is a 6 min walk to the Ferry Wharf) 10:45am Depart on ferry to Davistown (it goes on to Empire Bay). 11:10am Arrive Davistown for a 10 min walk or courtesy bus to the club for lunch. 1:15pm Ferries depart Davistown at 1:15 and 2:25.
Arrive at North Sydney around 3:40pm or 4:30 pm.
EVENTS - Peggy
After talking to several members about coming attractions at the movies at the delightful annual lunch at, The Little Snail, some of us thought we would like to go and see what is being described as being 90 year old Michael Caine’s last movie called, The Great Escaper. It also stars Glenda Jackson. The session times won’t be announced for a week or so yet but if you would like to join in this outing please keep Thursday 22 February free in your diaries and a second email will be sent out with further details including where we could meet for lunch or an early dinner according to the session times.
5th Tuesday in the month movie event.
The next month with a 5th Tuesday is not until April so rather a long time before another organised outing. In the meantime emails will be sent to all with details of impromptu outings anyone can attend.
THEATRICAL EVENT - REMINDER re & Juliet
Mary Ann has reserved tickets for a group of 20 at $70.00 each for the 19th June at 1pm.
What if Romeo’s ending was Juliet’s beginning? Shakespeare's script has been flipped. Legendary songwriter, Max Martin delivers one of the most addictive and joyous soundtracks to ever hit the stage, in this inspiring new musical that proves there’s life after Romeo.
After premiering on the West End & Juliet has been one of the most unexpected and spectacular theatrical triumphs on Broadway.
I will be asking for interest again at the February meeting, but will also contact other Probus clubs to get the numbers.
Payment to the Probus bank account with your name and the description “& Juliet”. Details - BSB: 032-099 Account number:
TRAVEL - report from Mary Ann
Travel – Samoa with OnCourse Tours
There has been reasonable interest from members for the trip to Samoa with OnCourse Tours. They have now put aside 7 rooms for our club. There may be more rooms available if more of our members want to go. Please contact Mary Ann as soon as possible if you want to be included or need more information before making a decision.
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REMINDER ON HOW TO OBTAIN YOUR MY AGED CARE NUMBER
The initial phone call takes about 20 minutes and you'll need your Medicare number. Ring My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 and select the option "1" when requested. Eventually you will be given a My Aged Care number, e.g.ACxxxxxxxx. Then request an assessment which will take another 10 minutes of questions. That is part 1 finished. Someone will ring you back to make an assessment appointment in 2-4 weeks time. Try to get a phone assessment rather than a house call.
The phone interview will take about 30 minutes. They may try and get you other services, shopping, home help etc. Emphasise that you just want it for the bus company Community Connect. You will be given a Referral Code number. The person in Probus who organises Outings will need to keep a copy of your name, MAC number and Referral Code number. My Aged Care keeps all the information you gave and if in the future you require other services they have all this basic information.
THE PROBUS REGULAR MONTHLY SCHEDULE - REMINDER
1st Tuesday free/picnic 2nd Tuesday walk 3rd Tuesday 9am Committee meeting, followed by general meeting at 10.15 am 4th Tuesday outing 5th Tuesday film
DIARY DATES FOR FEBRUARY, MARCH
Tuesday 20 February, 9am Committee meeting, 10.15 am general monthly meeting
Thursday 22 February The Great Escaper, Cremorne Orpheum
Tuesday 27 February outing to “the Davo” by train & ferry
Tuesday 12 March walk North Curl Curl to Harbord Diggers Club
Monday 13, Tuesday 14 March Seniors Expo Darling Harbour (p1) Tuesday 14 March Lower North Shore Volunteer Expo Chatswood (pp1-2)
Tuesday 26 March 9.30 am, Ramses and the gold of the Pharaohs, Australian Museum, corner of College St and William St, Sydney
MORE DETAILS IN THE NEWSLETTER
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