Activities – What the Club provides:
Activities Group Coordinator: John Penhallow Mob: 0419 230 787
Like minded members of the club have formed special interest groups to allow them to pursue their interests outside the club's normal meeting times. If you are interested in any of the following special interest groups please contact the appropriate Coordinator listed below:
Please see below for any current advice on the status of the various group activities.
Barefoot Bowls: Henry Urbanski Mob: 0439 928 001
Sessions will be held on the last Monday of each month at Club Thirroul commencing at 3.30pm, depending upon numbers. All are encouraged to stay for dinner afterwards.
Next event : There will be no Barefoot Bowls for October, will recommence in November.
Book Club: Mary Ellen Durrance Mob: 0411 232 037 and
Wendy McKay Mob: 0401 079 025
The Book Club will meet on the first Monday of the month, at 10.00 am, at Club Thirroul in the dining area.
The Book Club has changed the future format of their meetings. There are so many titles members are keen to read, that it was suggested that members read the book of their choice and then speak for a few minutes about their chosen book at the next meeting. Below is a list of books either recommended by members or via online book reviews:
Contact Coordinator Mary Ellen Durrance and Wendy McKay
Caravan & Camping Group: Rodd Smith Mob: 0468 637 232 and
Mark Bryce Mob: 0433 014 526
Further information available from the coordinators Rodd Smith and Mark Bryce.
Cycling & Swimming Group: Martin Donelan Mob: 0411 709 300
The Cycling Group usually meets once a fortnight/month for rides within the Illawarra region. Rides generally start at 9.00 am and back home before lunch time. All rides will be announced a few days in advance and is dependent on weather. All styles of bikes (road/mtb/ebike etc) are acceptable.
Further information available from the coordinator Martin Donelan.
Dining Out Group: Glenn Durrance Mob: 0419 260 770
Small Group Dining Program
On Tuesday October 27, 41 of us are going to the 20/20 Restaurant at Wollongong TAFE. This event is now sold out!
Location: The restaurant is located in Building V, Hospitality section.
Time: The restaurant opens at 6.00pm and closes at 9.00pm. Please aim to be there by 5.50pm.
Includes: 3 course set menu with drinks
Special diets, besides the coeliac requirement, i.e. vegetarian diets can be accommodated with ONE weeks’ notice. Dietary requirements to be advised by no later than 20th October 2026.
If you are interested in hosting a dinner on another night, please contact Glenn Durrance.
Buzzer Lunch Break
The Buzzer Lunch for October is on Thursday 15th October 2026 at 12.00 pm at the Beaches Hotel, Thirroul.
This is a local landmark hotel that we have never visited for a buzzer lunch. So, please join us for lunch on Thursday 15th October at 12.00 pm. The Beaches Hotel serves classic Australian pub style meals along with Tex Mex options. Bistro menu available via the following link:
Please message or call Glenn on 0419 260 770 to register your commitment.
Golf Group: Kevin Costelloe Mob: 0407 920 883
Golf continuing as per normal, Monday mornings at Russel Vale between 6.45am - 8.00am (approx. - time may vary).
Further information is available from coordinator Kevin Costelloe.
Probus Golf Day
Probus Golf Day is booked for Monday, 19th October 2026, at Calderwood Golf Course, commencing at 8.00am.
To register to play, contact coordinator Kevin Costelloe
Social/Coffee Group: Diane Brown Mob: 0421 040 757
Will meet on the last Monday of each month at 10.00am.
Our next meet up is at Homecoming Thirroul on Monday 26th October 2026.
Contact Coordinator Diane Brown
Theatre Group: John Penhallow Mob: 0419 230 787
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
My Fair Lady Musical
The My Fair Lady Musical is coming to the Sydney Opera House next September 2026. I am thinking of having a Group outing there on Sunday, 16 September for the Matinee Show. So far, we have 7 members interested, and we need 10+ members. I will be keeping an eye on available seats, but don't intend to buy tickets until March next year. My Fair Lady brims with razor-sharp wit, unforgettable characters, and a glorious score including 'Wouldn't It Be Loverly?', 'I Could Have Danced All Night' and 'Get Me to the Church on Time'. Think about it and let John know if you want to be in the group going. Please message John on 0419 230 787.
Trivia Group: Anne Haine Mob: 0409 067 722
Next Trivia night will be at 7.00pm on Wednesday 14th October 2026 at Club Thirroul.
You may want to join us at 6pm for dinner at the Club beforehand. If you would like to join us for Trivia that night please send an email through to Anne Haine on [email protected] or sms 0409 067 722.
Further information is available from coordinator Anne Haine.
Walking Group: Teresa Urbanski Mob: 0405 034 296
There will be no walk scheduled for October as Teresa is on holiday.
To register for the walk each month phone Teresa Urbanski on 0405 034 296