History
Probus originated in the United Kingdom in 1965. The name is derived from two words, PROfessional and BUSiness. The Probus club was conceived by three businessmen travelling to London by train. The three, James Raper, Harold Blanchard and Edward Mockett OBE (died 1978) were reaching the point of retirement and realized they had a need for fellowship.
The first Probus Clubs formed in the South Pacific area were New Zealand in 1974, with Australia forming in 1976. The first club in Australia was Hunters Hill.
What is Probus?
Probus is an association of active retirees and semi-retirees with the purpose of participating in activities to keep their minds active, and to expand their interests and make new friends.
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