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OCTOBER 2014 BULLETIN
P ROBUS C LUB OF L EUMEAH C OMBINED I NC 9894048
P.O. Box 335X LEUMEAH NSW2560, ID No. 9003865
www.leumeahprobus.org.au
Volume 5 Issue 10 OCTOBER 2014
NEXT MEETING
20 OCTOBER 2014
FOLLOWING MEETING
17 NOVEMBER 2014
ALL MEETINGS COMMENCE AT 10:15am
October
Meet the
Member is
Ruth Pipet
President
Geoff Young
0419 622 979
president@leumeahprobus.org.au
Vice President
Robyn Taylor
0419 613 901
October greeters will be Peter and Joyce Collins.
November greeters will be Paul and Jean Whiting
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
vicepresident@leumeahprobus.org.au
Secretary
Geoff Young
I am composing this report while on a Probus Trip to Norfolk Island.
This is a combined trip also involving members of Campbelltown Probus
and would have to be one the most enjoyable group trips that Robin and I
have experienced.
The camaraderie so common on our day outings has been extended to
this longer trip. Members of both Clubs are polite, helpful and happy. I
have not seen one upset person on our trip at any stage. We have been
looked after very well by our hosts and have found out a lot about the
people and places on Norfolk Island.
Our Club members are very grateful for the efforts others put into
organising these extended outings. For this trip I would like to thank
Ruth and Ray Pipet. The results of their efforts are exemplary. Another
good job well done!
I look forward to seeing you at the coming meeting.
See important PSPL information at the rear of this bulletin.
Chesne Patterson
0431 567 820
secretary@leumeahprobus.org.au
Treasurer
Wim Reyntjes
0414 352 825
treasurer@leumeahprobus.org.au
Guest Speakers
Dave Case
0415 315 300
speakers@leumeahprobus.org.au
Tours
Pat Johnston
(02) 4628 2017
carrickpj@yahoo.com.au
Hospitality
Jan Vickery
0411 581 645
hospitality@leumeahprobus.org.au
Attendance
Robin Coleman
(02) 9603 2263
attendance@leumeahprobus.org.au
TREASURER
Wim Reyntjes
As we have a number of new members, and as a reminder to some of our
other members, please note that when payments are made for any of our
functions, theatre outings or any other of our activities, you can do so in
the following ways:
By direct deposit on line to our bank account. Details of our account
appear each month in Pro-Buzz. This method is preferred as it saves you
and I carrying around cash, it provides you with an immediate record,
and is the most secure method.
* By cheque which should have noted on the reverse details of what the
payment is for;
* By cash at the meeting.
If you elect to pay by cheque or cash, you should place it in an
envelope with your name, amount enclosed, and the details of the
payment on the outside. Please try to plan ahead with the exact amount,
as it is often difficult to give change at the meeting.
In accordance with normal business practice, receipts are issued for
cash payments only, and will be available at the following month’s
meeting. The contents of envelopes are checked by two people at every
meeting to ensure the contents as shown on the front of the envelope
agree.
Welfare
Maureen Bush
(02) 8624 9323
welfare@leumeahprobus.org.au
Bulletin
Margot Shugg
(02) 4626 2424
editor@leumeahprobus.org.au
Website
Stephen Bailey
0468 791 690
webmaster@leumeahprobus.org.au
Membership Officer
Ian Hosie
0439 467 565
membership@leumeahprobus.org.au
Assistant Secretary
Margaret Harding
(02) 4625-0607
asstsec@leumeahprobus.org.au
Assistant Treasurer
John Vickery
0431 458 001
assttreas@leumeahprobus.org.au
Immediate Past President
Robin Young
0408 241 288
IPP@leumeahprobus.org.au
>>
Each month Pro Buzz will have a code (usually two or three letters) which will enable those paying by direct
deposit to identify what their payment is for. When you pay by direct deposit, the bank will ask for a reference
which will help the recipient (Probus) to identify what the payment is for. Please ensure the codes shown in Pro
Buzz are used. An example appears in each issue of Pro Buzz and also on the Club’s website.
If you omit a code I can usually work out what it is for. However there have been occasions where I have
had to guess. For example, an $80 payment could be for one theatre outing, or for two other outings of say $50
and $30. If I incorrectly allocate your payment, and one of your intended functions is fully booked with a
waiting list, you could miss out.
If I can help anyone who is unsure of how to process a direct deposit let me know and I will help walk you
through it.
VALE
We mourn the passing after a long illness of Mary Mutton, who, with her husband Jim, was a member in the
early days of our club. Many of our present members knew Mary and Jim, and we offer our condolences.
GUEST SPEAKERS
October – Centrelink;
Dave Case
November – Trivia;
December – Christmas Concert.
CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINMENT
Robin Young
Remember that Robin Young is taking names for entertainers to join in this year’s Christmas concert.
Rehearsals are currently underway. New performers are always welcome.
TOURS
Pat Johnston
Friday 31st October 2014
Tour and Lunch at Wivenhoe
Own expense: Travel to venue. See Maureen Bush’s Welfare report for directions and other details.
No refunds after 23rd October 2014
Wednesday 19th & Thursday 20th November 2014
Christmas Lights at Hunter Valley & Morpeth
Cost: $ 240 pp twin share, $ 240 pp + $ 45 Single Supplement
Due to unforseen circumstances, there are now two twin share rooms available. If you would like to go please
see me at the October meeting (20th October).
Code: HV
No refunds after 22nd October 2014 as third parties are involved and deposits have been paid.
Monday 15th December 2014
Christmas Lunch and Concert
Venue: Wests League Club, doors to auditorium open 12 noon.
Cost: $40 pp members, $45 pp visitors
Three course lunch
Entree: Caesar Salad
Main: Alternate serves
Chicken Breast with Brie and Cranberry OR Pork Roast , vegetables, roast potatoes
Dessert: Alternate serves
Plum pudding with Brandy Custard/Pavlova with Berry Compote
Bread roll/butter,Tea/coffee
Names: October meeting (20th October)
Payment: November meeting (17th November)
Code: XL
No refunds after 7th December
Monday 2nd February 2015
Cruise and Lunch on Port Hacking
Own expense: Train travel and drinks
Cost: $ 45 pp
(Includes Morning Tea, 2 course lunch, Tea/ Coffee)
Train times later
Lunch (to be served alternately)
Crumbed fish fillets served with Tartare sauce and lemon wedges OR Seasoned BBQ chicken (served warm)
Roasted chat potatoes, Tossed green salad
Dessert (to be served alternately)
Cheesecake OR Fresh Fruit Salad (both served with whipped cream)
Tea/Coffee
Names: Being taken or put your name on waiting list
Payment: January meeting 2015 (19th January 2015)
Code: PH
No refunds after 11th January 2015
Tuesday 3rd March 2015
Tour Great Synagogue and Sydney Jewish Museum
Names: Taking names now
More details later
Wednesday 3rd June 2015
Vivid Festival
Own expense: Train travel and drinks
Cost includes cruise and buffet dinner
This is a late afternoon and night outing
Cost to be determined.
Names: Taking names now
WELFARE
Luncheon
Maureen Bush
Hi Everyone,
I’m back from my break and looking forward to lunch with you all. Our next Luncheon will include a tour of
Wivenhoe Historic House, 229 Macquarie Grove Road, Camden, Friday, 31st October.
Tour starts at 11:00 am sharp followed by a buffet style lunch with a choice of three savory dishes, seasonal
vegetables, two desserts, juices, tea or coffee. Please inform Pat or Maureen of any dietary requirements no
later than the October meeting.
Total cost: $25 per person, with your own transport. Maximum 40 people.
The most direct route to Wivenhoe is to go up Kirkham Lane. When you reach the top you are facing the Mater
Dei Estate. Drive straight across and enter the property. Follow the road to the fork, turn left and you will see
Wivenhoe House.
Names to Pat Johnston, please. There is a waiting list, for members only, as the tour is now fully booked.
Payments: See details in Tours (above)
Thursday, 27th November, 2014
A La Carte Dinner 6.00pm for 6.30pm, 3-Course Menu
$30.00 per person (payment in advance to Wim)
(includes one complimentary drink – house wine, beer or soft drink)
The Restaurant Macarthur
Campbelltown College, Hospitality Dining Room, Building F, 181 Narellan Road, Campbelltown.
(Maximum 60 people)
Final Payment: November meeting (17th November)
Code: RM
Also keep this date free for Lunch:
Friday, 30th January 2015
Lunch at Common Ground Café and Bakery (café at the Old Woolshed), 1580 Remembrance Drive, Picton.
Payment on the day, meals from Menu.
See you at the October meeting.
Maureen Bush
October Birthdays
Elaine Aldridge, Peter Collins, Molly Hailstones, Maureen Hooton, Frances Selway, Fran Watson, Jean
Whiting, Julie Wykes.
DON’T MISS OUT!
Chris Case is running her terrific Lucky Door Prize again as Christmas draws closer. Donation of suitable
prizes is always much appreciated.
CARD SHARPS
Margot Shugg
Our first October get together was held at Margot’s on the 8th, where eight members turned up for some of our
usual uproarious fun. It’s been decided to hold our second cards afternoon on the 22nd at Maggie’s house.
We now have thirteen members, which is a comfortable number for the time being and no, we’re not
superstitious.
Q &A
with Maurien McNevin
Question: Did you know that tomatoes were once considered poisonous?
Answer: They still are. The tomato is native to Central and South America and is a
member of the nightshade family. Every part of the plant except the fruit (what we call a
tomato) is indeed toxic.
THEATRE
“I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which a human being can share with
another the sense of what it is to be a human being.”
Oscar Wilde
The Critics‘ Eye Views

The King and I
Once again Probus Members were treated to a brilliant afternoon
of Musical Theatre, this time the lavish production of The King and I at the
Opera House. The music and colourful costumes were spellbinding. Well known
songs such as Getting to Know You,
Whistle a Happy Tune, Hello Young
Lovers to mention a few were met with
rapturous applause from a delighted
audience. The highlight of the
production came when stars Lisa McCune and Teddy Tahu Rhodes performed
the Shall We Dance sequence. Judging by all the smiling faces as we made our
way home along our magnificent harbour this was another Probus outing to
remember.
Julie Wykes
THE WHARF REVIEW
On Saturday evening 27th September, several members of Leumeah Probus attended The Wharf
Revue at Casula Powerhouse.
A political satire performed by four very talented actors (three male and one female), it featured
past and present politicians. One memorable skit depicted Scott Morrison in bed with his wife who
was obviously in an amorous mood. Scott, however, was not willing to admit anything or make any
sort of commitment.
Also featured was the Palmer United Party and a blank-faced Jacqui Lambie and a group of political lobbyists making
a pilgrimage to Canberra (based on Chaucer's Canterbury Tales). One of the male actors did a very clever impersonation
of Paul Keating in typically sarcastic Keating fashion. A thoroughly entertaining evening enjoyed by all.
John Cashel
A Tribute to Tommy Tycho
The Tribute to Tommy Tycho Concert held at the Sydney Town Hall on 1st October was a great event. We
experienced great performances from Bernard Walz (pianist and conductor) and soloists Jacki Love
(vocalist), Adam Scicluna (tenor vocalist), Ian Cooper (his violin was almost talking) and David Parsons
(almost 82-year-old trumpeter) plus the fabulous 26-piece Good Old Days Concert Orchestra.
We received an insight into the wonderful talents of Maestro Tommy Tycho, realising how lucky we
were that he shared his talents with us. The performance, arranged and orchestrated by Tommy Tycho,
was presented by performers whose careers were greatly influenced by the Maestro. Tommy’s daughter Vicki spoke of
her childhood days growing up with music, providing various snippets about her humble father. I am sure all those who
attended enjoyed the two hours entertainment.
Rhondda Jordan
Dirty Dancing
VENUE:
DATE:
TIME:
PRICE:
PAYMENT:
CODE:
Sydney Lyric
28 January 2015 – Wednesday
1:00 pm
$65.00
17 November 2014
DD
ADD YOUR NAME TO THE LIST
SHEN YUN DANCERS
VENUE:
DATE:
TIME:
PRICE:
PAYMENT:
CODE:
Capitol Theatre
11 February 2015 – Wednesday
1:00 pm
$80.00
17 November 2014
SY
David Hobson – In Concert!
VENUE:
Sydney Town Hall
DATE:
TIME:
PRICE:
PAYMENT:
CODE:
16 February 2015 –Monday
11:00am
$35.00
By 15 December 2014
DH
Les Misérables
VENUE:
DATE:
TIME:
PRICE:
PAYMENT:
CODE:
Capitol Theatre
3 June 2015 – Wednesday
1:00pm
$60.00
16 March 2015
LM
50 TICKETS RESERVED
ADD YOUR NAME TO THE LIST
ANYTHING GOES
VENUE: Sydney Opera House – Joan
|Sutherland Theatre
DATE:
22 September 2015 – Tuesday
MORE DETAILS IN JANUARY PRO BUZZ
THEATRE LIST
SHOW
DATE
VENUE
DAY
TIME
PMNT DUE
Dirty Dancing
28/01/15
Sydney Lyric
Wednesday
1:00pm
17 November
$65.00
Shen Yun
11/02/15
Capitol Theatre
Wednesday
1:00pm
17 November
$80.00
David Hobson
(Concert)
16/02/15
Sydney Town Hall.
Good Old Days
Monday
11:00am
08 December
$35.00
Les Misérables
03/06/15
Capitol Theatre
Wednesday
1:00pm
16 March
$60.00
Anything Goes
22/09/15
Sydney Opera House,
Tuesday
Joan Sutherland Theatre
1:00pm
13 July
$80.00
WALK REPORT
$
John Vickery
On Monday 22nd September the weather was fine, some cloud, but definitely no rain as 13 walkers boarded the
train for Circular Quay. The group was small, but the enthusiasm was positive.
We were fortunate to be the only passengers on the #504 bus as we began our journey from Circular Quay to
Iron Cove Bridge – fortunate as the chatter we generated was deafening.
The walk was along the foreshores of Iron Cove and Parramatta River, and the streets of Balmain and
Birchgrove. There was plenty of history to take in, interesting houses, buildings and parks to see with good
harbour views, and plenty of steps. By the time we arrived at Birchgrove Wharf, most of us had negotiated just
over 400 steps – some did less by taking a lift adjacent to one of the sets of stairs.
The walk ended at Birchgrove wharf, in time to catch the 12:30 ferry back to Circular Quay, with the
majority of the group deciding to lunch at the Orient Hotel in the Rocks.
Another great walk – thanks Kevin, and thank you to all walkers for making it a great day.
FUTURE WALKS
SCULPTURES BY THE SEA
The walk has been organized for 27th
October 2014 and is about 2.5 km
long, beginning at the southern end of
Bondi Beach. We will see a variety of
sculptures by Australian and world
renowned artists. This walk is to the
same location that we attended last
year, where the sculptures are located
along the “Bondi to Tamarama Walk”,
which has been transformed into a
temporary 2 km long sculpture park.
At your pace, you are free to take a
leisurely walk from Bondi to
Tamarama and on to Restrooms, >>
which are available at both Tamarama and Bronte.
Summary
Date of walk
Monday 27th October 2014
Rendezvous time and 8:19 am Airport Line train at Leumeah, second carriage if possible. Change trains
at Central (change from Platform 21 to 24) for the 9:29 or 9:32am train to Bondi
travel mode
Junction. At 10:07am we catch the #380 bus from Bondi Junction Interchange
Stand A1 for a 10 minute journey to Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach.
Walking distance
Estimated time
Grade
Transport
Coffee/Lunch
IMPORTANT
There is a bus terminal towards the southern end of Bronte Park where buses run
frequently to Bondi Junction, then on to the City for the return journey.
About 2.5 km
2+ hours + morning tea and lunch stop
Medium. Walk is on mostly sealed paths with some grassed areas and some
beach sand. There are lots of steps (both up and down) but all are formed and
most have handrails Covered shoes with good grip are essential. A walking pole
would be beneficial.
Train and bus at your expense. Please note that the bus trip is a prepaid service –
those who DO NOT hold a Seniors Card will need to purchase a ticket at the PrePay machine at the bus interchange.
Bring or purchase – there are coffee venues along Campbell Parade at Bondi
Beach. At Bronte Beach there are covered seating facilities for lunch in Bronte
Park. There are also some cafes on Bronte Road for those wishing to buy lunch.
As we walk for several hours, you need to be reasonably fit and be able to
maintain a steady walking pace.
GARDEN APPRECIATION GROUP
Barbara Reyntjes
Wow – talk about Spring hitting with a vengeance! Just three weeks ago there were some early signs that
Spring might be approaching. Then almost overnight our garden burst into a mass of colour with fresh coloured
leaves on our maples and the natives coming into full flower. The camellias and azaleas also burst into colour. I
just love Spring!
The report last month mentioned our next garden outing details, but due to a glitch somewhere the
information failed to appear in last month’s Pro Buzz.
Here it is again:
The Nan Tien Temple at Berkeley on Thursday 16th October.
Meet at Wests car park at 10:00 am.to travel by car. We will car pool where possible, depending
on the number of members on the day and the vehicles available.
The outing we would normally have in November clashes with our trip to the Hunter Valley, so there will be
no garden visit next month.
Something which I don’t like about gardening is getting the weeds out of the lawn. However I have invested
in a marvellous weeding tool which means no more bending or getting on your knees to dig out those
dandelions and other flatweeds.
Fiskars Weed puller is a great invention for removing weeds, such as dandelions, in a quick and environmentally sound manner. The tool is easy and comfortable to use and requires no digging or bending down in
non-ergonomic positions. The Weed Puller’s deep-reaching stainless steel claws grab the weed’s root from
multiple directions, and pull it out of the ground – no toxic chemicals are needed. The handy ejection system
ensures a clean, efficient result. (I should get paid for this.) It costs around $60 at garden centers/hardware
stores and is worth every cent.
If you haven’t already done so, look at your favourite garden centre and you will be spoilt for choice to plant
seedlings either in the garden or hanging baskets/pots. Your creativity is only limited by your imagination. >>
Spring in the Reyntjes Garden:
DIRECT DEPOSITS TO LEUMEAH PROBUS
NOTICE TO DIREC T DEPOSITORS :
Theatre/Live Show Outings :
All theatre bookings a re made by Anne Ba rron. Codes for these and othe r outings are liste d
on pre vious page. F or la st dates of theatre payments, please contact Anne on 4625 2842 or
0418 488 079 or theatre @leumea hprobus.org.au
Group Outings And Functions :
The Direct Deposit c ut off date is the Frida y prior to the Gene ral Meeting whic h is the last be fore the
outing/func tion. If there are any variations to this rule, then details will be given beforehand.
To pay for activities by direct deposit, following are the account details for Probus Club of Leumeah.
Probus Club of Leum eah Combined – Bank Account Details:
Credit Union of Australia (CUA)
BSB 814282
Acc No: 50418969
Please detail your deposits in the following format:
Example: To pay for Christmas in July, Outing Code
Arthur and Brenda Smith would enter
XJ
Surname
Smith
Initials
AB
IF YOU DO NOT S HOW THESE DETAILS WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO IDENTIF Y YOUR PAYMENT
PAYMENT REMINDERS
Below are the outings open for payment. Payment dates are shown in Tours or Theatre section of this bulletin.
Upcoming Outings
Code
Upcoming Outings
Code
Upcoming Outings
Restaurant Macarthur on 27 Nov RM Port Hacking Cruise on 2 Feb
PH Les Miserables on 3 Jun 2015
Xmas Lunch/Concert on 15 Dec
XL
Shen Yun Dancers on 11 Feb
SY
Dirty Dancing on 28 Jan
DD
David Hobson Concert on 16 Feb
DH
Code
LM
CALL TO ACTION
Dear Probus friends,
It would be appreciated if you would please announce the following information to your club members at the
next general meeting and include it in your club newsletter.
Kind regards,
Pat Atkinson, General Manager
PROBUS SOUTH PACIFIC LIMITED
ACN 152 374 395
Email; pata@probussouthpacific.org Website; www.probussouthpacific.org
Direct: +61 2 9689 0200, Fax: +61 2 9633 4779
New Zealand: 0800 14776 287, Australia: 1300 630 488
Active Retirees TM – Tomorrow’s Vision for PROBUS
PROBUS is a Community Service Activity of Rotary clubs.
CALL TO ACTION
Nominations are sought to fill the Board positions (Member/Director) becoming vacant for Probus South
Pacific Limited (PSPL) for the Term 2015-2018.
The positions to be filled include NSW/ACT (1 position), TAS/VIC (1 position) and SA/NT (1 position).
Probus club members residing in these areas and meeting the criteria below, are eligible to apply for the
position available in their state/territory.
All nominations will be considered and expertise, skills and knowledge in any of the following areas will be
highly appreciated:
- Company financial
- Company legal
- Community and not-for-profit sector
- Marketing and Public Relations
NOMINATION CRITERIA
Nominations must be proposed and seconded in writing, in a form approved by the Board, by the president and
secretary of the nominee’s Probus Club. Both the proposer and the seconder must certify in the nomination that
they believe that the nominee has experience in the likely business of the Company as well as experience
working in a team.
A nominee must be a current member of a Probus Club within the area for which a vacancy exists and
must have been a member of that Probus Club for at least three years and have at least one of the following
qualifications:
i.
the nominee must have been a member of a Probus Club for at least the past five years and have served
on the Management Committee of a Probus Club for at least three years, consecutively or otherwise; or
ii.
the nominee must be a Rotarian (being a person who is or has been a financial member of a Rotary
Club) who has served as a Rotary District Probus Chairman or who has been actively engaged in the
formation of Probus Clubs and in Probus district administration; or
iii.
the nominee must be a Past District Governor of Rotary International.
Nominations close 31 December, 2014. For more information or to obtain a Nomination Form please contact
PSPL – T: 1300 630 488, E: admin@probussouthpacific.org