Probus Warragul Tarago
In January our members gathered together in Civic Park for a “Picnic in the Park”. It was a very enjoyable social evening in congenial surroundings. A highlight of the monthly meetings continues to be interesting guest speakers. Speakers in January were Rev Ian Whitehill and David Greer members of Prison Fellowship International.
They provided us with information on the prison system in Australia and spoke mainly about the Victorian scene.
They shared with us some interesting statistics, that 50 per cent of inmates return to jail within two years and 80 per cent in five years. There are many who do turn their lives around and this is often with the help of P.F.I.
On Wednesday February 26, 47 members boarded a coach and headed for a days outing to Phillip Island and the Wildlife Coast Captains lunch cruise. After boarding the vessel at the Rhyll jetty, they set sail for Cape Woolamai, under a grey and overcast sky.
The captain’s commentary was informative and granite cliffs and caves of Cape Woolamai were awe inspiring. Morning Tea was enjoyed during the cruise and they sailed back to San Remo in time to disembark and witness the pelicans being fed.
Back on the boat lunch was served as they sailed back to the Rhyll jetty to hop back on the bus for the return journey to Warragul. Unfortunately, the weather was not what you would expect in February but that didn’t stop everyone enjoying the day.
The caravan and cabin group is looking forward to a trip to the Sapphire Coast in the autumn, staying at Merimbula and enjoying a host of interesting events.
The shares group continue to follow our volatile share market when they meet each month at The Courthouse. A new phantom portfolio is up and running.
In January the walking group travelled to Rokeby Park and walked from Old Telegraph Road West along the Rail Trail, enjoying the bush surrounds, later dining at the Neerim South Hotel. will display his Masonic Memorabilia and give a presentation. Cost: $10 including a Devonshire afternoon tea. inquiries/bookings: Phone Margaret: 0456 230 100 or email: ballanee8@bigpond.com
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WGGS library opening hours are Wednesday to Friday 10am to 2pm, the second Saturday of the month 10am to 3pm and the fourth Sunday of the month 2pm to 4pm. Visitors welcome.
The society meet on the upper floor of the Old Shire Hall, Queen Street, Warragul at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome to attend.
The March meeting, the Freemason event may be cancelled and the library closed due to the Corona virus. Consult the website for updates or contact president Barbara Clayton. Further details about the society can be obtained from president Barbara Clayton, phone 5611 3871 or visit the website: www.westgippslandgenealogy.com