2012 CPSA Annual Conference

30^th and 31^st October

It's Annual Conference time again and nine of our members are attending to add your voice to the way our organisation is run and the policies it promotes.

Your representatives will catch an early train from Dapto on Tuesday morning to allow time to drop off their bags at their hotel before arriving at the conference venue for a 9am start.

The President will give a full report at our next meeting on 8^th November. See you then.

Your delegates and observers at the 2011 conference.

Next Meeting - 25th October

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of three $10 prizes.
• Don't forget the Christmas Quilt raffle too.
• Book a computer lesson.
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking next year. There are big savings on individual prices.
• Buy a ticket for the next bus trip.
• Get your tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and during General Business you are able to bring up any matters you feel may be of interest to members - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.

The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.

New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Bus Trip

On Sunday 14^th October our bus trip was to Parklea and Flemington markets. As usual the bus returned loaded with bags and packages full of the various goodies members had purchased.

The November bus trip is to Mt Annan Botanical Gardens and includes a guided tour of the spectacular gardens.

Christmas Concert

Remember that on 26^th November at 1.30pm our concert group will be keen to entertain at the annual Christmas Concert. As usual there will be a monster raffle and a delightful tea all provided by the concert group themselves. Entry is just a gold coin donation.

It is an important date for your diary.

Christmas Lunch

Finally, while you have your diary handy, another early notice and date:

Christmas Lunch
13^th December - 11.30 for noon
Still only $15

Tickets go on sale in November all are welcome.

Meanwhile, see you at the next meeting.

Walking Group - 19th October 2012

A Great Day Out

We walk from Bondi to Bronte beach

As usual the group met at Dapto Station for the trip to Sydney. We travelled to Martin Place where we caught a 380 bus in Elizabeth St to Bondi Beach. This was done in preference to going to Bondi Junction and catching a bus from there - experience had taught us that from there the bus would be crowded.

Why would the bus be crowded? We were going to see Sculpture by the Sea, that wonderful art exhibition in a beautiful setting overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It had only opened the day before.

We arrived in good time and made our way to the exhibition and spent a fascinating time looking at the many exhibits in the main 'arena' in Marks Park on top of the cliffs. We then followed the path to Tamarama Beach pausing to examine the many art works displayed along the way. At Tamarama we said goodbye to the sculpture and continued on along the coastal walk to Bronte Beach where we only waited a few minutes for a bus to take us to Bondi Junction.

At the rail/bus interchange we had sufficient time to grab a bite to eat before catching the train back to Dapto. What a terrific day out, wouldn't be dead for quids!

The walking group is still looking for a new leader to co-ordinate our activities, so please, if you are interested in this role, put your hand up you will be made very welcome. In the meantime our next walk will be announced at the club's meeting on the 25th October, perhaps you have a suggestion? be sure to speak up.

View Bondi Beach to Bronte in a larger map

Why not join us? we always have a good time.

Next Meeting - 11th October

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Meetings are held in the hall in Heininger House behind the Ribbonwood Centre on the highway in Dapto. There is plenty of parking at the hall and the Ribbonwood Centre. Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of three $10 prizes.
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a free copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.
• Buy a ticket for the monthly bus trip. In November we are going on a Mount Annan Botanical Gardens guided tour. Seats are limited so get in early.
• The bus trip to Parklea and Flemington markets was full but ask if a vacancy has occurred (you never know your luck). This trip is only a few days away on Sunday 14th October. Remember we leave at 7.30am.
• ...and most importantly - have a cup of tea/coffee, biscuits and make new friends or chat with your old ones.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.

The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.

New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Looking forward to seeing you on Thursday.

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Walking Group - 5th September

Watsons Bay to New South Head Road

The walking group will be going to Watsons Bay again but this time instead of following an old favourite walk to South Head and the Hornby Lighthouse we will be walking south along the cliffs from The Gap past the Macquarie Lighthouse. The weather forecast is looking good so expect spectacular views over the Pacific Ocean.

The outward trip will be by ferry from Circular Quay with the return by bus to either Bondi Junction or Martin Place.

As usual the group will meet in the Dapto Railway Station waiting room at about 7.40am to catch the 7.55am Sydney train. If you are late we will be in the second carriage. Please join us, you will be made very welcome.

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