COOLUM BEACH COMBINED PROBUS CLUB INC
Minutes of General Meeting
held at 9.15 am, Tuesday 1st October 2024 Uniting Church Hall, 22 Elizabeth St, Coolum Beach
1. Welcome by President (Rob Bandiera)
Rob opened the meeting at 9.25 am.
Good morning and welcome members and visitors to the Coolum Beach Combined Probus Club and our October meeting. Today we celebrate the club’s 35th Anniversary and I must thank the people who have made this a colourful event. I should also thank all the members and past committees for their participation over the years which has kept the club going.
For some, the monthly meetings and group activities have been the highlight of the month. Many strong friendships have formed. Trips and tours are popular, along with various interest groups and social outings supporting local restaurants.
Some of you may not be aware that Probus is a Community Service Activity of Rotary clubs. Our Probus club would have been sponsored by a local Rotary club 35 years ago. I have invited someone from Noosa Rotary to speak later this morning.
We also celebrate the great Brisbane Lions win in the AFL Grand Final. Some of you may recall that the Fitzroy football club merged with the Brisbane Bears in 1997. In my early years I grew up in North Fitzroy about 200 metres from the Brunswick Road Oval where Fitzroy played. I have very fond memories of that time.
2. Health and Safety
Rob pointed out the emergency exits and the toilets.
Reminded everyone to SIGN IN on arrival, with our Registrar Keith Symonds.
In An Emergency we will need to have the names of all members and visitors on site and account for everyone.
He thanked Brian and Pat West for their continued service as our safety officers.
3. Humour (Raoul Leach)
Raoul shared two jokes with us today, the 1st about an Irishman in Bunnings and the 2nd
was about A Fantastic Man or was it 4 men.
(Remember, we pick on everybody, nobody gets left out. It’s all equal.)
4. President’s Report (Rob Bandiera)
Since the last meeting we had a book club meeting in the second week of September with a small group due to several absences. Next week, we are reviewing ” State of Terror ” by joint authors Clinton and Penny . We are looking for more members to join the book club if you have an interest in reading. Please speak to our co-ordinator Robyn Higgins if interested.
Over two nights 11th- 12th September the Gourmet Gluttons group had lovely dinners at the G’Day Thai restaurant in Mount Coolum. In the third week there was a lunch held at Marcoola Surf Club. In the fourth week, there was a coffee morning held at the Coffee Club in Coolum Beach. On Thursday 26th September we held our first walking group with 14 participants on a 2 hour round trip including coffee break @ Curlys. Many thanks to Marilyn for organizing this new activity for the club. Shifty Shufflers also had a card game afternoon during the month.
There will be a Management Committee meeting next Tuesday 8th October at Coolum Beach Surf Club at 10am. The role of the committee is to manage the club in accordance with the Club’s constitution and by-laws. I would like members to start considering a role on next year’s committee, particularly new members.
5. Attendance, Apologies and Birthdays (Keith Symonds)
Our Registrar, Keith reported that there were 31 members and 5 guests in attendance at the meeting totaling 36.
Apologies were received from: Pauline Blaney, John Boakes, Halina Slesarewich, Helen Verhage, Carol Marshall, Garry Reynolds, Priscilla Franklin, Larry Hoffman, Noel and Bev Frizzell.
Birthdays in October: 5th Dawn Bandiera, 9th Peter Elwine, 13th Rob Bandiera, 13th Teena Coman, 24th Carol Marshall.
Guests: Linese Norrish, Peter Vines, Liv Vines, Kim Homewood, Jennifer Homewood.
Visitors: Speakers – Tess Alexandroff. Ruth Logan.
Please notify The Registrar if you cannot attend next months’ meeting: Keith Symonds on 0416275590 or by email [email protected]
6. Gourmet Gluttons Group (Keith Symonds)
Thursday 10th October Lunch at 12 noon.
Sole Restaurant, 10 Seaward Lane, Marcoola.
They have a choice of 2 courses for $60 or you can choose from the A LA Carte menu.
The BBQ boat trip on 15th October now includes 3 boats organized with Allan. Brian and Pat will be bringing some supplies. There is plenty of parking in Bradman Ave. Weather permitting, BBQ and paddle or swim at North Shore (bring your bathers).
7. Club Connections (DawnBandiera)
Dawn thanked the Committee Members and the broader group for agreeing to engage with the Noosa Probus Club on joining their Bus Outing to the Brisbane Musical in November. They had 7 tickets available and Coolum Probus were very quick to snap them up.
8. New Member Inductions (Rob Bandiera)
Nil Inductions this month but a number of Application Forms have been received and will be submitted to the Management Committee Meeting on 8th October for Inductions at the November General Meeting.
9. Secretary’s Report (Marilyn Parker)
|
There were no issues arising from The September Minutes. So if there are no objections, I’ll call for acceptance of the September Minutes, moved by Dawn Bandiera and seconded by Teena Coman. Correspondence during this month included: |
|
Emailed to All Members – Minutes of the September General Meeting. 28/9 Emailed to All Members – September Retirees magazine from PSP. Received in the post, Probus Month Promotions from PSP. |
|
As Rob mentioned, The October Committee Meeting is being held next Tuesday 8th |
|
October. We will be discussing new opportunities to encourage more members to get involved with running and promoting the Club. Stay tuned. We had our First Walk last Thursday morning. I think everyone enjoyed the experience and found it very easy going. There are a few members that are looking for a greater challenge with suggestions like Mt Ninderry, Emu Mt, Mt Coolum and Harry’s in Buderim (for Nov) but we don’t want to scare anyone off just yet. The October walk will be another easy one on the Thursday morning of 24th. From Stumers Creek to Coolum Surf Club, it’s 2.3 kl return with a coffee stop and a bit of Sun, Sand and Shade thrown in. If you are interested in this walk, please add your name to the list that is |
|
on the back table. Then as there are 5 weeks in October and interest from a few adventurous members wanting a greater challenge, we could climb Mt Coolum on Thursday 31st October as well. There is a lot going on this month but let me know if you are interested and if this date suits and I will put out a notice. And finally, I would like to thank everyone for joining in the celebrations with all of the Blue and Yellow. Make sure that you get yourselves into some of the photos and a special thanks to Allan and Denise Hayes and Dawn and Rob Bandiera for the fantastic videos, decorations and cake. I move acceptance of this Secretary’s report by Allan Hayes. Seconded by dawn Bandeira. Thank you, have a safe and happy October. |
10. Treasurer’s Report (Teena Coman - Assistant Treasurer)
OCTOBER 2024 FINANCIAL REPORT.
LEDGER BALANCE B/F 31st August 2024 = $ 2117.91
PLUS INCOME FOR September 2024 = $635.00
TOTAL : = $ 2752.91
LESS EXPENDITURE FOR September 2024 = $108.00
NETT RESULT: = $ 2644.91
Teena moved acceptance of the Treasurer’s Report seconded by Denise Hayes.
For All Payments to the Club, please pay the Treasurer by one of the following:
1. Bank Transfer: Coolum Combined Probus Club. BSB: 084620 ACC: 048929505
2. Cash: To The Treasurer, in an envelope with your name, amount, payment reason.
3. Post cheques: The Treasurer Coolum Beach Probus Club; at 2/48 Cinnamon Ave, Coolum Beach 4573.
Club Discounts – The Coolum Beach Hotel now have their own App. For club discount points and prizes. $10 joining fee. The Monty’s Card is still recognized at other venues around town and Coolum Probus receives 5% discount.
11. Outings, Trips & Tours Report (Beverley Robertson)
Beverley thanked Dawn, Keith and Allan for assisting with this months’ outings.
Thursday 10th October
GOURMET GLUTTONS at SOLE Restaurant, 10 Seaward Lane, Marcoola, in the Seaside Estate. Please sign in the folder, or contact Keith. Indicate your menu choice, $60 for 2 courses plus a glass of something, or A La Carte. We will meet at 12 noon.
Tuesday 15th October
A BBQ CRUISE on the Maroochy River, with Swans Boat Hire, opposite 71 Bradman Ave. Cost is $45, which must be paid by today. Only 2 places left. Plenty of parking in nearby streets. We set sail at 10am, we plan (!!!) to return at 2pm. Wear boat gear, and please bring morning tea to share, and bring your own drinks for the day. BBQ lunch will be provided. Refer to information emailed out for details.
Tuesday 22nd October
COFFEE or brunch at DIVINITY, 8/1778 David Low Way, Coolum Beach, Meet at 10am, and enjoy coffee, tea, cakes, or brunch, your choice,
Tuesday 29th October
5th Tuesday Lunch at The DOONAN, 6 Beddington Rd. Doonan,
They have an Italian menu, lots of Pizza choices, you may want to share, or choose from their lunch menu.
It’s a lovely garden setting, so come and enjoy a relaxing lunch with friends.
Thursday 24th October
Walking Stumers Creek to Coolum Beach, and return. Starting at Stumers Creek Rd., entry 71, walk to Coolum Beach, stop for refreshments, and loop back through shaded Stumer Creek Reserve. Meet at 9.15am for an easy 2.3K circuit, with some sand and shade.
If you don’t have your name on the list but you would like to attend any of the outings,
please contact Beverley: email: [email protected] or phone: 0448 149 667
12. Welfare Report (Keith Symonds)
Keith filling in for Pauline while she is off holidaying, reported:
He had tea with Halina Slesarewich after her recovery scare and return to hospital. She hopes to be back in time for the Christmas party.
He will be catching up with Helen Smith shortly.
And he is doing very well himself, happy with the progress of his healing face.
For any Health and Welfare please notify Keith Symonds on 0416275590 or by email
13. Special Guest Speaker
Our President Rob Bandiera introduced Tess Alexandroff from the Noosa Rotary Club who will speak about Rotary and the relationship with Probus. Tess moved from NSW to Noosa in 1986. She has worked in hospitality and real estate. Tess joined Rotary in 2010 and served as President for 5 years, as well as treasurer and secretary. Thank you Tess.
14. Raffle Draw
A49 won Dianne Greenhalgh the White Wine.
A64 won Jill Kennison the Red Wine.
Thank you to Robyn Higgins for organising the prizes.
15. Speaker (Ruth Logan)
Rob introduced: Today’s guest speaker Ruth Logan, who is Education Program Facilitator for “It’s A Bloke Thing“ Foundation. She has had many family members experience Prostate Cancer including her husband at 51 years of age. Ruth is passionate to improve the health of regional and rural men and offer support and knowledge to women whose partners are going through this medical journey. Please welcome Ruth.
Rob thanked Ruth for her talk and presented her with a gift.
16. General Business
Rob Bandiera reminded everyone about the November Meeting being moved to the 2nd week in November due to the Melbourne Cup.
Thanks to our speakers Tess Alexandroff and Ruth Logan.
Thanks to Janette McDonald as a founding member and for bringing in some historic photos from the past 35 years.
Thanks to all of the volunteer helpers for assisting with today’s meeting and Allan & Denise for the Probus decorations to the hall.
With special thanks to Lorelee Jones, Bev Wilson and Pam Sands for supplying the delicious morning tea. Many thanks to our catering ladies in the kitchen Denise and Pam, and to John for the hall set up.
17. Meeting Closure & Venue for Lunch
The meeting closed at 11.30 am
Lunch is at the Coolum Beach Surf Club booked for 11.45 am. Everyone is Welcome so please come and join us.
18. Next Meeting
The next monthly General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, 12th November 2024.
The Secretary circulates minutes of general meetings by email to all members.
Minutes of Management Committee Meetings are available for viewing by members at general meetings.
®