Lucky me as I got to attend a special afternoon reception at Government House on the 9th April, along with some 150 other Victorian Presidents. The event was hosted by the Governor of Victoria, Margaret Gardner, to mark Probus Australia’s 50th anniversary. As it was my first visit, I was truly impressed by the surround ...

Thirty-eight intrepid holiday makers enjoyed a getaway at Inverloch in March. Superbly organised by John and Michele Backholer, the 5 days were a well balanced mix of coming together for group activities as well as relaxation and private time. A Memory Book has been collated that includes a report expertly written by M ...

Our second outing for the year will be a trip to the MCG on Thursday 30th April. We will travel by train to Richmond in either the second last or last carriage. Train timetable is Mordialloc 8.48, Parkdale 8.50, Mentone 8.52, Cheltenham 8.55, Southland 8.57, Highett 8.59 and arriving at Richmond at 9.28. We will then w ...

What an amazing year to be President - it started with our 25 year anniversary then in April it is Probus Australia’s 50th anniversary. And to top it off, I have just returned home from a fantastic 5 days away with 38 members at Inverloch. I am so proud to be part of a club where members work as a team. Yes John & ...

True to all things Australian, we quickly divided into two groups – the men disappeared to start playing before the women had even worked out what colour bowl they were going to choose! They do say you never truly know someone until you play bowls – and then, oh boy – the truth is revealed. We were warned by our very k ...

A day trip has been arranged for members to visit the Yarra Valley on Thursday 28 May 2026. We will be visiting the beautiful Alowyn Gardens followed by lunch at Yarra Glen Chocolaterie. Entry to the gardens is $12.50. A bus has been organised – pick-up point in Weatherall Road at 8.45 for a 9.00 departure. The cost wi ...