Fellow Probians and Partners The September outing to Floriade in Canberra was well patronised, and the participants were treated to a well organised and enjoyable tour of the National Capital’s major attractions. We stayed in a hotel in Tuggeranong, a novel experience for us all, but it proved eminently suitable and very comfortable. As usual Ross arranged perfect weather, and timed the trip so that we visited Parliament House just before the upgraded

security measures were implemented. Although we had all been to Canberra before, none of us had been on the Lake Cruise – very worthwhile. Increased security has, however, upset our plans for the alternate October outing as Garden Island is now off limits, and a visit to Government House has been substituted. Details elsewhere in the Newsletter. Your Committee continues to view the management and financial performance of Probus South Pacific with some concern, and we intend to communicate these concerns to them in the near future. We will keep you informed of future developments. The Education Department no longer requires the Oriental Room at Norths for HSC exams, so we do not need to move for our October or November Meetings. Peter Cornish

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COMMITTEE President Peter Cornish Vice President Richard Hannaford Secretary Bob Pearce Treasurer James Ritchie Imm. Past Pres. David Harris Committee Alan Ambler John Beckhaus Allan Blake Ross Bruwel Brian Cohen Bob Kidman John Minnett Barry Stone Rufus Wolfson

OTHER ROLES Minute Secretary Peter Dee Cashier John Beckhaus Hon. Auditor David Lloyd Speakers Brian Cohen Welfare Officer Tom Ingham Tours and Outings Ross Bruwel Barry Stone Music, Art etc Gerald Christmas Artists Group Don Orr Book Group Nel Bethwaite Maureen Travers Newsletter John Brooks Outreach Stewart Horwood Meetings Coordinator Ian Machin Hospitality & Jims Jaunts Jim Holloway Golf Tony Travers Cycling Barrie Arnold Michael Baston Stewart Horwood Tennis David Harris 2.Fifty Club John Minnett Postman Geoff Lumsdaine Website Geoff Lumsdaine Peter Dee

NEW MEMBERS

Tuesday 14 October at 10.00am. at the North Sydney Leagues Club, Abbot St. Cammeray. • 10.00 - 1020 General Business • 10.20 - 10.30 Personal Corner • 10.30 - 11.00 Morning Tea • 11.00 - 12.00 Guest Speaker. • 12.00 - 1.30 Optional Lunch.

After lunch join in a game of snooker with Don Orr and friends. The tables are behind the large sports TV in the main lounge.

OCTOBER MEETING FROM THE PRESIDENT

PERSONAL CORNER

JOHN METCALFCareer: Investment Advisor, Strata ManagementLast Job: Strata Partners, Willoughby Interests: Travel, Reading, Theatre, Golf, Gym, WalkingJohn & Liz live in Cammeray. FRANK BURGE Career: Building Industry Last Job: Kimberley-Clark Interests: Lawn bowls, Grandchildren Frank lives in Greenwich.

TOM NOETELCareer: Civil Engineer Last Job: Director TWN Pty.Ltd. Formerly: Building Industry.Interests: Skiing & Cycling Tom & Diana live in Woolloomooloo

KEITH WRIGHTCareer: Assessment of DA’sLast Job: Planner Warringah CouncilInterests: Bowls, Kayaking,Chess,GolfWalking, Handyman.Peter & Pam live in Lindfield

PETER WALLISCareer:Design & Construction ManagerLast Job: Figtree Building,DirectorInterests:Tennis,Bushwalking,Architecture,ReadingPeter & Suzie live in Longueville

CHARLES GAY His medical career has been in the UK, New Zealand and a long time General Practitioner in Military Road, Mosman. He’s a member of the ANZ Medical History Society and a competitive sailor in the Middle Harbour Yacht Club and the Squadron at Kirribilli. He lives with Barbara in Hayes Street, Neutral Bay and takes part in our Walks.

TONY REID The DARDANELLES and AE2 SUBMARINE Tony has been involved with the Australian Maritime Museum for many years.His talk describes the heroic voyage

of the Australian AE2 submarine to penetrate the Dardanelles Straits. In WW1 that narrow waterway was controlled by the Ottoman Empire. It stopped the Russian Fleet joining the Allied Mediterranean Fleet. In 1915 forts with heavy guns were strung along both sides of the straits near the Aegean.The narrows were strewn with mines and searchlights swept the water. Tony spent 18 years

as a naval commander . He left to enter another career of 30 years in computing,marketing & leasing finance management .His interest in matters concerning the sea have not waned.

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ACTIVITIES

BOOK GROUPUsually meeting 3rd Monday each month, the Book Group is in recess for the next couple of months. Keep an eye on this spot or contact Maureen for news of its resumption.Nel Bethwaite 9953 2855 Maureen Travers 9439 4996

CYCLINGEach Monday our Group meets for a ride. If you would like to join us, call one of the coordinators or seek one out at our General Meeting. It’s possible to organise an introduction for beginners on Saturdays. Dates & venues are on our Cycling Group e-mail.Barrie Stone 9953 6910 Michaell Baston 9908 1182 Stewart Horwood 9439 9609

LAWN BOWLS Wednesdays, about 10.15 for a 10.30 start. We play at the North Sydney Bowls Club in St.Leonard’s Park. The entrance is at the far end of Ridge St. Newcomers are welcome.

MOVIE ENJOYMENT GROUP 4th Monday each month.We meet at the CREMORNE ORPHEUM. Look out for our e-mailed flyer with the details of the movie we’ll see on Monday 27 October..David Bruce-Steer 9419 7017

SAILINGRoss will welcome you on his yacht RENADA. The pick-up will probably be from the Middle Harbour Yacht Club. Further details from Ross. Call or see him at our General Meeting.Ross Bruwel 042 181 7106.

TENNIS3rd Monday each month, playing between 2 & 4pm at “Love ‘n Deuce” in Talus St., Naremburn. Our next game will be Monday 20 October. Interested members should sign the sheet at the Meeting or contact:David Harris 9449 3406Alan Ambler 8920 1352

WEEKLY 9 HOLE GOLF Each Monday at 10am at the Lane Cove Sports Centre.Tony Travers 9439 4996

MUSIC and ARTFree concert Mosman Sym. Orchestra at Balmoral on Friday evening 6.30,17 October. There’s also a good exhibition at the Mosman Art Gallery. Lucy Culliton’s paintings are on show until the 30 November. From Monday 13 Oct there are 6 WEA lectures on the Music of Liepzig of the 18th & 19 Centuries. Details from Leonard Burtenshaw 0417 264 880.Gerald Christmas 99601005

2FIFTY CLUBPencil in Thursday 20 November for a ferry trip to Parramatta and a tour of St John’s Cathedral followed by lunch. Details by email or at our General Meeting.John Minnett 9417 7705.

JIM’s JAUNTS IRON COVE to BALMAINMonday 24 November meet at George St., Wynyard to take the #518 Bus at 9.18 to Moodie St., Rozelle.This walk will be interesting. for it- goes through Harbour-side parks, passing by many historic old houses. It finishes in Balmain with Pub lunch.Jim Holloway 9955 1368

OUTINGS

ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY HERITAGE MUSEUM Tuesday 28 October Visit to GARDEN ISLAND Use a $2.50 seniors ticket and take the 10.40 Watsons Bay ferry from wharf 4 on Circular Quay.An introductory overview with a look over the establishment Take care, the 3.01 is the last ferry… The museum has interesting displays ranging from large weapons systems to a part of the Japanese midget submarine, which entered the Harbour in WW2. Lunch at your cost can be in the in-site Salthorse Cafe. It has great Harbour

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September Visitors to Canberra & Parliament

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GOVERNMENT HOUSE -SYDNEY 11.30 Friday 17 October Each tour of this magnificent NSW Governor’s Residence takes 45 minutes.The house is at the north part of the Botanic Gardens, overlooking the Opera House. Don’t be late to meet by the Gates at 11.10 for checks of.identification and baggage deposits If our tour exceeds the maximum of 20 people, another tour has been booked for 12 noon. You must have some personal identification (Seniors card, Drivers license etc). Afterwards stroll over to the Botanic Gardens Cafe, only 300m away. More details of this outing at this Tuesday’s meeting. Ross and Barry 9451 2870 or 9953 6748

PITTWATER BASIN BBQ Tuesday 25 November We’ve enjoyed visiting these ideal picnic grounds on other occasions. We’ll take the 11.00 ferry from Palm Beach wharf, reached either by car or using the L90 Palm Beach bus, which leaves from Wynyard at 9.09 and takes about 90 minutes. The cost is $25. It includes fees, ferry fare, BBQ’d meat, & there’s adequate wine or soft drinks. Seating is limited so bring those folding tables and chairs ; add a salad too and your coffee/tea if required.

Ross or Barry will tell you further details.