Probus Month

What is Probus Month? 

Our Community celebrated the inaugural Probus Day on 1 October 2020 – in line with the United Nations Day of Older Persons, which is recognised worldwide. In 2021 and 2022, Australia and New Zealand celebrations of Probus Day grew, with our communities and media recognising the important role Probus serves.

Probus Clubs held a wide range of special events to showcase and rejoice everything their Clubs mean to them. Monthly meetings became a festival of blue and gold, Probus Clubs took to their local parks, stadiums and public spaces for the jubilee. Landmarks across Australia and New Zealand were lit-up in Probus colours of blue and yellow and it has become clear that one day a year is just not enough to celebrate all that Probus does. With that in mind, since 2023 we celebrate Probus Month.

Clubs now have the entire month of October to celebrate what makes their Clubs amazing.

Probus Month gives us an opportunity to celebrate what Probus is all about, it also creates awareness of Probus within the wider community.

For 2024, the Probus Month theme of "Celebrating Community and Companionship" resonates with so many members who have found a sense of belonging within the Probus family.

Each year Probus members get more and more creative with their Probus Month celebrations and we encourage all Clubs to start planning their activities early. 

Ways to get involved in Probus Month:

Throughout the month of October, Probus Clubs will be celebrating Probus Month with lunches, picnics, BBQs and themed events. Many Clubs also invite members of the local community to their Probus Month celebrations to see what Probus is all about. Local celebrities, politicians or councillors may even be interested in coming along, feel free to invite some special guests!

As Probus Month is celebrated throughout October there is still time to plan your Club’s special event. Remember that the Management Committee does not have to do all the work, Clubs may choose to form a working group to co-ordinate and organise celebrations for Probus Month, either on their own or within their region or cluster for a larger gathering.

PSPL have a range of collateral for Probus Month below.

Probus Month Logo

A logo specifically designed for Probus Month has been created for your use. We encourage all Clubs to spread the word on this special month by using this logo on all your communications, newsletters and websites. The logo can be downloaded here.

Media Release

Using the media release, your Club can craft its own story to share with local media. The media release for Australian Probus Clubs can be downloaded here.

New Zealand Clubs can also craft their own story with the media release highlighting the 50th Anniversary of Probus in New Zealand which can be downloaded here.

Certificate of Appreciation

Recognise members who have devoted their time and effort to support Probus Fun and Friendship within your Club with a special Probus Month Certificate. The certificate can be downloaded here.

Promotional Resources

A range of promotional resources to use in your newsletters or on social media can be downloaded by clicking on the links below:

Social media image Australia

Newsletter Australia

Social media image New Zealand

Newsletter New Zealand

Share, share, share and share some more! Probus Month is a great opportunity to showcase Probus and attract new members. Share your Probus Month event with friends and family, invited special guests, local media or community noticeboards (in person and online). Share any pictures and videos you take with us at PSPL to feature in our publications.