Functions: – Convener Richard Heal develops & instigates interesting day trip outings throughout the year for our active retirees & seniors promoting healthy wellbeing .
The following functions have been organized as follows: –
Royal Exhibition Building Melbourne Excursion 19/05/2026 – Dome Promenade tour
10 Members visited the Exhibition Buildings and attended an excellent guided t0ur the Dome Promemnade Tour
Visit the Computer & Photography SIG on 26th May to view the pictures taken by the group
VICTORIA POLICE MUSEUM
An excursion will be held to this Museum on the 16th. June 2026: Details are:- 313 Spencer Street, Docklands– Entry FreeCommencing at 9.45am for 10 am start
– Photography is allowed . However no flash or of staff. Camera backpacks are OK provided they are not oversized, – If we wish, a short intro can be arranged and then we can explore the museum at our own pace.
– Getting there: – Train : Southern Cross Station: 450 Metres : Flagstaff Station : 600 metres – Tram : Latrobe Street Route 30 : Stop 1 – Bus : Bus 907 along Doncaster Rd then via Eastern Freeway. Stop at Cnr King & Lonsdale Streets (end of route) Short walk to Police Museum. – As usual for those who wish to have lunch there are plenty of places to do so. – All are welcome including spouses & partners. – A board will be available during the General Meeting on the 9th. June. However, members wishing to attend the excursion are kindly asked to contact Nino on – Mobile 0410571446 or – email : ninros1946@gmail.com
ASAP as the Museum Admins want to know numbers to ensure no overcrowding. This is a very popular destination/excursion for School children, families of Police Officers and especially Probus Groups.
Tokar Estate Winery Restaurant 6 Maddens Lane Coldstream Vic 3770
Thursday 23rd July @ 12pm
Richard Heal has arranged a special price for Probus groups @ $58.00pp which includes a glass of wine upon arrival, shared Entrees and an Individual main course. There is also a special guided tasting hosted by Rita Tokar who will share the story behind Tokar Estate and its journey.
See details in a future newsletter for more details or contact Function convenor Richard Heal. Please advise if you are interested and if transport is required.
We are excited to propose another group excursion—a 5-day, 4-night trip to Healesville. Guests will be accommodated at the Healesville Motor Inn, located at 45 Maroondah Highway, Healesville 1 hour from Balwyn North. The trip is scheduled from Monday, 14th September to Friday, 18th September 2026. Carpooling can be arranged.
Accommodation and Costs
Queen Room: $560.00 per room, based on two people sharing
Continental Breakfast: $12.00 per person, per day
Eight queen rooms have been reserved for this trip.
Registration
If you are interested in joining this excursion, please register your interest by contacting Nino Xerri. This will ensure we can confirm the booking and secure your place.
Further Information
More details regarding the itinerary and arrangements will be shared in the next newsletter and published on our website.
Some of the itinerary may need to be amended once we get closer to the excursionsee later newsletters.
Cinema Events: – Richard Heal convenor will organise events of interest during the year.
Palace Cinema Balwyn – for Seniors
Tickets are $12.00pp for Seniors or $10.00 for members of the Golden Club.
Movies selected for the Golden Club as:- Tickets: $10 Golden Years Club Member, $12 Senior Ticket June 3rd – H is for Hawk June 10th – The Christophers June 17th – The North June 24th – The Musicians
Movies: – See their website for the full Movie selections and Screenings see Palace Balwyn Cinema – website click here
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
The following Special Interest Groups (SIG’S) meetings will be held at Balwyn North Uniting Church, Duggan Street, Balwyn North (Melway MAP Ref. 46 F3). Anyone is encouraged to join us and will be made welcome, please contact one of the conveners for more information. Currently the SIGs are meeting face to face.
Computer & Photography Group: – Convener: Rodney Manser & Nino Xerri – meets on the Fourth Tuesday in the month.
Meetings commence at 10.00 am with a small contribution to offset morning tea & site fees. These meetings cover various interesting topics including hardware, software items and video presentation of technology updates including photography. Website updates and data sharing are discussed to update content.
Heritage/ Genealogy Group: – Convener: Graydon Findlay – to recommence meetings at Balwyn Library Room 2 @10 .00 am till 11.30am on the second Monday in the month.
Through talks and discussions at meetings and by visiting relevant interesting venues, the group helps members develop skills to research and record their family history and to learn about places that have significant heritage values. Please contact Graydon for details.
Investment Group: – Conveners: Harold Ball, Denis Spinley – meets on the Second Thursday in the month.
Diverse topics are discussed on world activities affecting the global share markets. How covid pandemic and the unrest in European conflicts have influenced these markets throughout the world.
Photography /Travel Group: – Convener: Nino Xerri – meet at various advertised locations in the club’s newsletter.
Photography sessions are generally conducted offsite at various locations promoting the art of photography. The sessions commence at 10.00am are subject to change to coordinate with the topic. Onsite meetings are conducted with the Computer Photography SIG (see under Computer Photography SIG) with a small contribution to offset morning tea & onsite fees.
The following Special Interest Groups (SIG’S) meet at various locations as indicated in each group.
Dine Out: – Conveners , Bruce Mcinerney on rotating basis.
Dinners are held at conveniently located hotels and social clubs on the third Wednesday in the month, starting at 6.00pm. Wives, partners, and friends are always welcome.
Walking Group: – Convener: Sandy Muir_Smith & Margaret Lanz – meets on the Forth Friday of the month. Meetings commence at 10.30 am. Various walks are organized within the district meeting at a designated starting point. Lunch being organized at a local café within proximity. New walkers are most welcome to join the group.
Getting Together for Lunch:- Convenors Robyn Heal, 0408 526 342, Margaret Lanz 0414 295 550, & Sandy Muir-Smith 0418 128 958.
Probus Club members, Associates and partners are invited to get together to socialise at various locations: Next Meeting is 11 June @12pm Templestowe Hotel 23 Parker Street, stay tuned for details in future newsletter.
Current Affairs from Here and There:- Third Monday Convenor Stephen Millard M: 0409 962 299.
The “Current Affairs from Here and There” session will take place at The Hub on Monday June 15th at 10 am at the Community Hub.
The discussion group will be on the agreement on the AUKUS Sabmarine re nuclear power.
Coffee at the Jolly Miller after we have discussed the organised topic.
To view full details of the monthly Special Interest Group’s (SIG’s) select the Newsletter page which will cover the full details.
If you would like more information about any of the Activities of our club, please use the Contact Form on the Contact Us page.
