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: –
Theatre Event:
An afternoon matinee has been arranged at the Nunawading Round Theatre, 379-399 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading VIC 3131 on Saturday 12th @ 1.30pm costing $47.00pp
This was an excellent production and was enjoyed by 13 members at the very comfortable Round theatre.
Christmas Lunch
Box Hill Golf Club Tuesday 15th Decemeber 2026
Meal consists of two courses costing $50.0pp and the club will subsidies a welcome drink upon arrival. Further Details to be provided in the newsletter closer to the event.
Please register your interest at the next general meeting or contact Richard Heal M: 0415 776 030 E: richard_heal@bigpond.com
Trips:
Trip Overview organised by Nino Xerri
Excursion: Healesville Getaway
We are excited to report 0n our 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 was from Monday, 14th September to Friday, 18th September 2026.
The Magnificent Seven enjoyed the trip, dining at various eateries in a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of time for retail therapy and sightseeing. Stay tuned for the next adventure in 2027.
Itinerary for the 5 day trip to Healesville
HEALESVILLE ITINERARY.
DAY 1. Monday : 14/09/26
Drive to Lilydale (approx. 26 km; 40mins) and meet at Frolicking Frog Bakery 144 Maroondah Highway Lilydale 3149, T: 03 9735 4365 at 10.30 https://www.frollickingfrog.com.au
After morning tea at Frolicking Frog leave at approx. 11.30am
Drive to Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Cream Healesville 35 Old Healesville Road Yarra Glen 18mins arriving at 12.00pm enjoy chocolates and a Ice cream leaving at 12.30pm wwww.yvci.com.au
After lunch, free time to do some local retail therapy then head to the Healesville Motor Inn 45 Maroondah Highway Healesville 2-5 min drive Check-in time 2.00pm https://healesvillemotorinn.com.au
5-day, 4-night trip to Healesville and around surrounding areas of interest.
Queen Room: $560.00 per room, based on two people sharing
Continental Breakfast: $12.00 per person, per day
Meet in Courtyard at 6.45pm for 7.00pm dinner at The Healesville Hotel: 236 Maroondah Highway Healesville (closes at 12.00pm) plenty of time whoever wants to stay and soak in the atmosphere. (03 5962 4002 : Healesville’s Favourite Pub
DAY 2. TUESDAY : 15/09/2026
After Breakfast assemble in the courtyard at 9am heading to Town Centre to purchase a picnic Lunch items then off to Healesville Sanctuary Badger Creek Road Healesville 10 min drive entry meeting at 10.30am at the gate, concession tickets from $41.00, Spirits of the Sky show starts at 12pm duration 30mins On leaving heading to Badger Weir Picnic Ground 8min drive from Healesville Sanctuary to have a picnic lunch under shaded picnic tables BBQ’s and a scenic walk on Lyrebird Track 1.1km or the Badger Weir loop 3km trails to the weir spotting birdlife. Meet in Courtyard at 6.45pm for 7.00pm dinner at The Healesville Grand Hotel: 270 Maroondah Highway Healesville (closes at 10.00pm) so plenty of time whoever wants to stay and soak in the atmosphere. (03 5962 4003: https://healesvillegrandhotel.com.au
DAY 3. WEDNESDAY : 16/09/2026
After breakfast meet in the courtyard at 9.00am for a trip to Marysville 34min 35km Morning tea at Fraga’s Café open from 9.00am – 4pm 19 Murchinson Street Marysville T:0484 367 767 Facebook.com/Fraga’s cafe’ Orders can be prepared for a Picnic Lunch for our afternoon excursion. Menu to be provided to the group for ordering the day before.
Undertake retail therapy in the shopping centre or visit Mira (Marysville Information & Regional Artspace) 11 Murchinson Street Marysville 03 5963 4567 open 10am – 4pm
Drive to Bruno’s Garden Falls Road Marysville at 2 min drive T:03 5963 3513 www.bruno’sart.com entry $10 fee or $8.00 for group of 15 plus. Garden is open 10am -5pm. (allowing approx. 2 hours to wander the art garden)
Drive to Stevenson Falls approx. 12 mins on Falls Road Marysville stopping to have lunch at the picnic tables. From the car park to the falls is a short walk of 350 metres on sealed and paved track to the lower viewing platform.
Drive to Keppel Lookout along Keppel lookout road Marysville 11 min drive www.Keppel Lookout Trail, Attraction, High Country, Victoria, Australia
Meet in Courtyard at 6.45pm for 7.00pm dinner at the Herd & Bar & Grill 177/179 Maroondah Highway Healesville 5913 7709 http://www.herdbar.com.au
DAY 4. THURSDAY : 17/09/26
After breakfast meet at 9.00am in the Courtyard having Morning breakfast at Wildgrains Bakehouse 201a Maroondah Hwy Healesville T:03 5963 2325 www.wild-grains-bakehouse.weeblyte.com
Drive to Alexandra 58 min – 70km Arriving in Alexandra Maroondah Hwy to undertake some retail therapy Places of interest to visit to view at your own pace & Interest.
Jack Sheil Garden 29-33 Perkins Street https://alexandra-vic.aussiefunadvisor.com/jack-shiel-garden/
Lucky Mine Lookout Webster Street Lucky Mine Lookout – Victoria’s High Country
Leckie Park Webster Street https://www.visitvictoria.com/regions/High-Country/See-and-do/Nature-and-wildlife/Parks-and-gardens/Leckie-Park
Butcher Shop 57 Grants Street Alexandra T: 03 5772 1151 Denis Spinley’s recommendation need to confirm on visiting. unch 1.00pm at Redgate Café 73 Grant Street Alexandra T: 5772 3185 https://www.tripadvisor.com.au/Attraction_Review-552128-d14117297-Reviews-The_Red_Gate-Alexandra_Victoria.html
Returning to Motel Healesville at 45 Maroondah Hwy Meet at 6.00pm in the Courtyard for a dinner at RACV Country Club Healesville T: 03 5962 4899 122 Healesville – Kinglake Road Healesville RACV Healesville Country Club & Resort | RACV Club
DAY 5. FRIDAY : 18/09/2026
After breakfast meet at 10.00am checkout time.
On our way home we will be visiting the Tarrawarra Estate 10-15min drive visiting the Museum of Art, & for wine tasting to explore modern, contemporary, iconic and original artwork The headed to Yarra Glen Hotel for lunch. https://twma.com.au
On leavingYarra Glen township via Christmas Hills heading home through to Eltham. Approx. 65 mins to Balwyn North.
Cinema Events: – Richard Heal convenor will organise events of interest during the year.
Palace Cinema Balwyn – for Seniors
Tickets Adult are $28.00pp for Seniors (60+) or Students <18yrs or full time $15.00 for members of the Golden Club $13.00
Movies selected for the Golden Years Club screenings every Wednesday at 11am: –
Tickets: $13 Golden Years Club, Senior Member (60+), $15
October 7 – The Great Arch October 14th – The Social Reckoning October 21st – Sense & Sensibility October 28th –Sense & Sensibility
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 – will be at Balwyn North Uniting Church @10 .00 am till 12.00pm on Monday 27th July .
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: – Acting Convener: Bob Haydon – meets on the Second Thursday in the month at Greythorn Community Hub @ 10.00am
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: Richard Heal – meet on the Third Friday of the month. Meetings commence at 11.00 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 will be Wednesday 28th October for lunch at Churchill Cafe 13-15 Hamilton Street Mont Albert @12pm. Everyone is welcome please confirm your attendance with one of the convenors.
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 19th October at 10 am at the Community Hub.
The discussion group topic will be Donald Trump will he survive in both houses in half term elections.
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.
