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October books of the month

From thrillers to Shakespeare adaptations, football legends to
Indigenous history, this month’s book reviews offer readers of all
genres a sneak peak at some worthy words.

Meet the thriller writer

Tony Park had a relatively ordinary childhood in Sydney. Who knew he would join the army, fall in love with Africa and become a best-selling novelist?

 

An open book

Jackie French AM is a believer in the power of books to transform lives and is on a mission to help more people of all ages become passionate readers – while telling them wonderful stories.

 

Sixty years of My Fair Lady

The 60th anniversary production of beloved musical My Fair Lady has hit the stage at the Sydney Opera House last month, directed by stage, screen and theatre legend Dame Julie Andrews.

 

4 decluttering tips for the best spring clean ever

Spring has sprung and what better way to welcome the season of sunshine and flowers than with a good spring clean? Here are four tops tips to help get you started.


 

 

Step back in time

Before he was retired and a Probian, George Raphael fought in the navy during the war, stood up for workers’ rights and sailed from Melbourne to London via the Suez Canal. This is his story.

 

Way with words

For a foreigner, Aussie slang can certainly be a funny thing to understand. Here, Kathy Vincent from Pumicestone Passage Probus Club shares a hilarious account of what life was like for her when she first migrated from England.

 

Hip, hip hooray

From ruby-themed parties to classy champagne brunches, Probians all over Australia are celebrating Probus’ wonderful 40th anniversary. What are your Probus party plans this year?

 

Gluten-free raspberry cake

This luscious raspberry cake is easy to make and a pleasure to indulge in.

 

August Books of the Month

The weather's warming up and the books are calling your name. Tuck into a great read this month. Here are our top picks. 

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