Probus Club of Portarlington Bayview Inc.
The next meeting of The Probus Club of Portarlington Bayview will be held on Wednesday 21st of July at The Church By The Bay Waterview Crescent, Portarlington commencing at 9:45am
The guest speakers will be John Rae & Geoff Henderson from the Bellarine Ferry Group and The Portarlington Business Association who will provide up to date information on their organizations activities and their plans for the
advancement of our community.
Along with our regular monthly meetings our members enjoy a range of social
activities, interesting excursions and trips within a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Visitors and prospective members are most welcome. Iif you would like further information or have any questions about Probus please contact
President, Allan Davis ph. 03 5259 3855 Secretary, Rodney Eeles ph. 03 5259 1882
PROBUS is an association for active retirees who join together in clubs, the basic purpose of which is to provide regular opportunities for them to keep their minds active, expand their interests and to enjoy the fellowship of new
friends. If you are an active retiree or no longer working full time you may like to join a
social club to enjoy friendship, fellowship and fun. PROBUS can offer a great avenue of interests and new horizons.
WOOFERS AND WALKERS
Time change to our meetings: Our first meeting at the new time of 10.00 am. worked well with a larger than normal attendance. Those involved in training were able to head off to attend the 11.00 o’clock Saturday morning sessions now at Joan’s home for the winter months.
Wednesday weekly gatherings at the Pony Club: Anne Nichols reported that, due to the wintry weather and longer grass, a social dog walk group was also meeting weekdays at 2pm. at the oval behind the tennis courts (Footy Reserve). This is an alternative to the 9am Wednesdays meeting time at the Pony Club. All welcome. However, if it is cold, wet or really windy then both Woofers & Walkers were staying at home.
Woofers & Walkers Winter Social Function: Peter Ward confirmed that lunch at the Portarlington Golf Club would be ideal with a wide range of food available to meet all needs. The social lunch will now be held on Saturday 7th of August to meet at 12.30 for a 1pm lunch. The good news is that Geelong is not playing at home, but at night at the G for those wishing to attend. Please advise your interest for booking purposes by emailing Julie Elterman at pcam3122@bigpond.net.au. by August 1st.
Vaccinations: Leanne Barnes and Chris Donnelly presented information titled “ A pet owner’s perspective of the vaccination controversy” by Elizabeth Hart. Elizabeth is concerned about the effects of over vaccination and has extensively investigated this issue and its standing within the veterinarian community. As a number of the meeting participants have experienced adverse reactions by their dogs to various periodic treatments we believe this issue is an important one and encourage further reading and education on the subject. Elizabeth’s article can be found by Googling Elizabeth Hart Vaccination on the internet.
RSPCA Fund Raising: Joan Kelly reported that the RSPCA was advertising a Cup Cake fund raiser see www.rspcacupcakeday.com.au for details if you are interested in participating. Also requested were donations of dog blankets and towels.
Product Warning - Cocoa Mulch: Over the last month many of us have received emails warning of garden mulch made from Cocoa Shell. This product is lethal to dogs and reminds us to read or ask about the ingredients of any mulch we intend to place in our gardens.
Improving communication and information for local and dog owners visiting Portarlington: The meeting agreed that we would resurrect our survey once the weather improved (probably September or October). We also felt that having a representative group of our woofers would aid in promoting our group and the survey. We will advise the date and call for volunteers to assist closer to the date.
Walking Action Group Meeting: Although Chris missed attending the last meeting of the Locomote Walking Group he plans to be at their July meeting representing Woofers and Walkers. The connection with Locomote will help promote the healthy benefits of walking, with or without our woofers.
Understanding Your Pets July 5 –9: Thanks toGaye Jennings (COGG) and Leanne Barnes brochures and notices have been distributed on these up coming educational workshops. Significant interest has been created amongst Woofers and Walkers members and we look forward to a report in the August edition of our column.
Quote for the month: “When a dog runs at you, whistle for him” (Henry David Thoreau)
Woofers & Walkers meet on the 4th Saturday of every month at 10.00 am at the Portarlington Neighbourhood House
28 Brown Street
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