Mrs Ann Kennish         President's Post    -    June 2026 

Thanks to a very active committee and coordinators for a full and interesting month.

It was a friendly atmosphere and a warm welcome to Government House by the host Governor Mr Dawson on 14th May. I was impressed by the number of Probians who attended (about 300) and I really enjoyed finding out where members came from and to learn something about their Club. I look forward to exchange visits in the future.

Members were in awe of the capabilities of drones used by the Police Department to catch law breakers. Nothing for us to worry about said the guest speaker Airwing Superintendent Paul Daly (tongue in cheek). Safety in the community is the objective.

It was a fond farewell to our Life Members at a special morning Tea on 28th May. Lyn, Bruce McMeekin, and Jan Henderson gave us some nostalgic stories from the past. Fran Wilson displayed an old photo album. depicting past GETAWAY holidays. It was good to see Nell Turton looking bright and well at the high tea. We assured them of a warm welcome if they came along to the Club anytime in the future. Di Silcock was welcomed as a member following her induction to the Club at the May meeting.

Yours in Probus

AnnK

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APRIL 2026

A warm welcome to all the new office bearers for the 2026-2027 term. I hope you will find your role interesting and enjoyable.

Joining the committee members who re-nominated: Ron Stephenson, Ian Paynter, Anita Searle and Ann Kennish, are four new committee members (secretaries) Lyn West and Sue Hennessy, plus Lea Newing and Bridget Hilton.

Thank you to all members who assisted with the various aspects of organising the AGM and Handover Lunch, especially Brian McIntyre, Linda Footman and Lyn West, and of course all the loyal members who attended to make the AGM a success

Yours in Probus - Ann Kennish

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MARCH 2026

Serving on the Club’s committee as President in 2025-26 gave me an opportunity to work with an enthusiastic committee to provide a year of interesting outings and events for members.

My sincere thanks to them and to all office bearers for contributing to the ongoing success of the Club. I have valued their comments, suggestions and willingness to support me as President.

Many of the office bearers have re-nominated for 2026-27 including myself. The Club has ended the year in a strong position with good membership and a healthy bank balance. 

My full report for 2025-26 will be attached to the AGM Minutes.

Yours in Probus - Ann Kennish

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