Fortnightly News 11/12/2015

Club Closing Times for the Festive Season

The Club will close at 4pm on Wednesday 23 December 2015 and reopen on Monday 11 January 2016. Activity groups can continue to use the Club through this period by arrangement with the front office.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you a happy and safe festive season.

Club Maintenance

We are commencing a program of progressively repainting the Club interior starting with Hall 2, which will be painted during the week beginning 11 January 2016. Hall 1 will be painted during the April school holidays.

During 2015 we have completed the replacement of all of the puce vertical blinds throughout the Club. All of the Club’s computers have recently been replaced, and modifications have been made to the cupboards in the kitchen and hall 2 to include more drawers for cups and glasses.

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Christmas Luncheon Party – 12.30pm Monday 7 December

The Christmas Luncheon Party is on Monday 7 December 2015, at 12.30pm, catering is by the Olive restaurant and the Chordsmen are tuning up a new repertoire of songs.

Cost is $50 per person, please book and pay at the front counter. Let Polly know if you want to be seated with anyone in particular.

Christmas Luncheon Party posters displayed in the Club were designed by Alex McLeod and printed by Lutons, Weston Creek.

Club Closing Times for the Festive Season

The Club will close at 4pm on Wednesday 23 December 2015 and reopen on Monday 11 January 2016. Activity groups can continue to use the Club through this period by arrangement with the front office.

The 3rd Big Book Fair – August 2016

Yes it is on again! Margaret Bourke, who has led this very successful event for the past two years is taking a break and Management Committee Member, Sue Schriener has stepped up to lead the event this year.

Sue is looking for volunteers to help with the sorting, cleaning and pricing of books as they come into the Club. It is envisaged that that this activity would take place most mornings during the week in the veranda area. If you have a few hours to spare, regularly or occassionally and want to drop in to help out, and have a cuppa and a chat please let Polly know.

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Fortnightly News 13/11/2015

Christmas Luncheon Party – 12.30pm Monday 7 December

The Christmas Luncheon Party is on Monday 7 December 2015, at 12.30pm, catering is by the Olive Restaurant Southlands and the Chordsmen are tuning up a new repertoire of songs. Lucky door prizes.

Cost is $50 per person, please book and pay at the front counter. Let Polly know if you want to be seated with anyone in particular.

Christmas Luncheon Party posters displayed in the Club were designed by Alex McLeod and printed by Lutons, Weston Creek.

Making the Most of Your Smart Phone – Friday, 20 November 10:30 -12:30

More help with smart phones by Grahame Hellyer. Aimed particularly at Android phones (i.e. most phones other than iPhones) come and discover ways to get the most out of your phone. You can also ask questions about any problems you may be having.

The first 15 minutes will be for those who missed Grahame’s previous session.

Meet in the Anne Murray Room.

The 3rd Big Book Fair – August 2016

Yes it is on again! Margaret Bourke, who has led this very successful event for the past two years is taking a break and Management Committee Member, Sue Schriener has stepped up to lead the event this year.

Sue is looking for volunteers to help with the sorting, cleaning and pricing of books as they come into the Club. It is envisaged that that this activity would take place most mornings during the week in the veranda area. If you have a few hours to spare, regularly or occassionally and want to drop in to help out, and have a cuppa and a chat please let Polly know.

Melbourne Cup

What a wonderful afternoon! Sometimes it was difficult to hear above the excitement! The food brought in by members was plentiful, varied and delicious.

Our thanks to Tony McDonald for organising and running the sweeps, without which it wouldn’t seem like a Melbourne Cup. Thanks especially to Anne Murray, Lutana McLeod and Cindy McMillan for their planning and work in staging the event.

See you all next year.

Congratulations – Irene Turpie

Congratulations to Irene Turpie, who last month won a gold medal at the Masters Games in Adelaide for the 500 metre Indoor Rowing event. Well-done Irene!

Calligraphy Exhibition

Last chance to see this amazing exhibition by the Canberra Calligraphy Society located in the entrance to the Hellenic Club. The exhibition includes works by our activity leader Pam Kemp and others, inspired by the ‘International year of the Light’. Many works are for sale.

When: from 20 October to 14 November
Where: The Hellenic Club, 1 Matilda St, Woden ACT

Spiral Program

Spiral meet at 10am to mid day each Thursday morning for a cuppa and a talk at St James Uniting Church, Curtin.

19 November Jono Lineen
Jono is an author and a curator at the National Museum of Australia.

3 December Latham Primary School. The return of the wonderful choir.
For more information, please contact Gwenyth George on 6286 5004, Sue Murray on 6281 6974 or Brett Yeats on 6281 7684 or at yeatsb.

Abuse Prevention Information and Referral Line – APRIL

The Abuse Prevention Referral and Information Line (APRIL) is a confidential telephone service for callers who want to discuss elder abuse issues and seek advice, options, and referral.
The service operates during business hours. The APRIL number is 02 6205 3535.

Justice of the Peace

You will find Maureen in the Anne Murray room on Tuesdays between 10.30am and 2pm for Justice of the Peace matters.

Fortnightly News 30/10/2015

Melbourne Cup

It’s that time of year!

Our Melbourne Cup Party will be held as usual on Tuesday 3 November commencing at 1.00 pm.

We will provide some drinks, you may like to bring some food to share. We will have a sweep or two of course.

Making the Most of Your Smart Phone – Friday 6 November, Anne Murray Room – talk by Grahame Hellyer, 11.00 – 12.30 pm.
If you have an Android phone (i.e. most phones other than iPhones) come and discover ways to get the most out of your phone. You can also ask questions about any problems you may be having.

Christmas Luncheon Party
The Christmas Luncheon Party is on Monday 7 December 2015, catering is by the Olive restaurant, Mawson and the Chordsmen are tuning up. More information to come.

Calligraphy Exhibition

The Canberra Calligraphy Society has an exhibition at the Hellenic Club. The exhibition includes works inspired by the ‘International year of the Light’. Many works are for sale.

When: 6 -10pm, from 20 October to 14 November

Where: The Hellenic Club, 1 Matilda St, Woden ACT

Spiral Program

Spiral meet at 10am to mid day each Thursday morning for a cuppa and a talk at St James Uniting Church, Curtin.

5 November Ian Mackay

Ian is the CEO of the Canberra Southern Cross Club

19 November Jono Lineen

Jono is an author and a curator at the National Museum of Australia.

3 December Latham Primary School

The return of the wonderful choir.

For more information, please contact Gwenyth George on 6286 5004, Sue Murray on 6281 6974 or Brett Yeats on 6281 7684 or at yeatsb.

Fix My Street

Fix my street at https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/app/forms/fixmystreet or 13 22 81, is a good place to report footpath issues! Ever noticed a dangerous bump in the pavement, a dodgy piece of road, or a pothole that needs filling in? The ACT Government’s Fix My Street facility exists so that you can report these things and get something done about them.

If you report them and nothing is done (and no explanation is offered) COTA ACT would like to hear about it, so they can follow up (they would need location and contact details). If you do have something to report, take a photo of it if you can – solid evidence always helps. COTA is happy to put your Please Fix It photos on their Facebook page, if you send them to COTA (jthomson) suitably labelled (as to where exactly in Canberra they are).

Don’t know how to use the form/attach pictures? Email Jane on jthomson – they might be able to help, as they are considering running an information session on this.

SAFETY AND FRAUD AWARENESS

Telephone calls alleging fake arrest warrants used to scam money

SCAMwatch is warning consumers to be aware of calls from scammers falsely claiming to be from the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) or Australian Tax Office (ATO).

Scammers have recently been calling Australians telling them that there is a warrant out for their arrest. Many people have reported to SCAMwatch that messages have been recorded on their answering machines asking them to call back later. The telephone number provided is 02 6100 3027 and they ask you to call during office hours to discuss the matter further. However, the telephone number has no connection with the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions, Australian Taxation Office or any other state or commonwealth department.

The scammers may spin a range of stories about why an arrest warrant has been issued, including that you have failed to pay taxes.

Scammers typically ask for money to be sent via wire transfer as it’s nearly impossible to recover money sent this way. They may also ask for people’s financial and other personal details to access their money and use this information to commit other scams.

Be on guard, if you receive a phone call from someone saying you have an arrest warrant and asking you to pay a fee, hang up and do not respond. If in doubt, don’t use the contact details provided – look up the government department or organisation yourself in the phone book or online and phone or email them.

For more information about possible scams, or if you are concerned you have been scammed please visit: http://www.scamwatch.gov.au/

Abuse Prevention Information and Referral Line – APRIL

The Abuse Prevention Referral and Information Line (APRIL) is a confidential telephone service for callers who want to discuss elder abuse issues and seek advice, options, and referral.

The service operates during business hours. The APRIL number is 02 6205 3535.

Justice of the Peace

You will find Maureen in the Anne Murray room on Tuesdays between 10.30am and 2pm for Justice of the Peace matters.

Fortnightly News 16/10/2015

Melbourne Cup

It’s that time of year!

Our Melbourne Cup Party will be held as usual on Tuesday 3 November commencing at 1.00 pm.

We will provide some drinks, you may like to bring some food to share. We will have a sweep or two of course.

Table Tennis

The Club has two Table Tennis sessions each week on Wednesday and Friday mornings. The group welcomes new players of all levels.

Calligraphy Exhibition

The Canberra Calligraphy Society has an exhibition at the Hellenic Club. The exhibition includes works inspired by the ‘International year of the Light’. Many works will be for sale.

When: 6 -10pm, from 20 October to 14 November

Where: The Hellenic Club, 1 Matilda St, Woden ACT

Official Opening on Friday 23 October at 6.30 pm by Gemma Clark.

ACT Public Trustee

The Public Trustee for the ACT is presenting two free seminars on Wills, Power of Attorney and Philanthropy during Will Week.

Tuesday Thursday

20 October 2015 22 October 2015

Canberra Southern Cross Club Canberra Southern Cross Club

Jamison Woden

Cnr Catchpole & Bowman Street. 92 Corinna Street

Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm Time: 09:30 – 12:00 noon

Places Limited, Bookings essential call 6207 9800

Weston Creek Rotary Society Afternoon of Craft and Conversation on 29 October 2015

The Weston Creek Rotary Society is running an afternoon of craft and conversation on the afternoon of 29 October. There will be a team of

26 people presenting 12 different workshops on various crafts. Please see the Club notice board for more information on the crafts being offered.

When: Thursday 29 October from 1.00pm till 4.00pm

Where: Weston Creek Uniting Church, 16 Parkinson Street Weston (near the Irish Club, and Weston Creek Childcare Centre)

Cost: Donation of $15 includes afternoon tea. This money will go towards the Rotary International fight for Global Polio Eradication.

All people involved in running the event, including the workshops, are freely giving their time and expertise. While most materials are being donated, there will be a small cost to cover other necessary materials in some workshops.

REGISTRATION Please register by Monday 25 October.

Ring or text Marg on 0429 980 327 with:

1.Your name,

2.The workshop or group you would like to be part of and

3.Contact details in case the workshop is full or we need to send you more details.

(Maximum number is 10 in all groups)

Spiral Program

Spiral meet at 10am to mid day each Thursday morning for a cuppa and a talk at St James Uniting Church, Curtin.

Upcoming speakers are:

22 October Malcolm Allbrook

Malcolm is the Managing Editor, Australian Dictionary of Biography.

5 November Ian Mackay

Ian is the CEO of the Canberra Southern Cross Club

19 November Jono Lineen

Jono is an author and a curator at the National Museum of Australia.

3 December Latham Primary School

The return of the wonderful choir.

For more information, please contact Gwenyth George on 6286 5004, Sue Murray on 6281 6974 or Brett Yeats on 6281 7684 or at yeatsb.

Construction Work in the Furzer Street Precinct

I recently raised member concerns about the noise, vibration and percussion impact coming from the Furzer Street Precinct construction work with the Community Engagement Officer, Economic Development and Land Development Agency. I received the following advice:

‘Canberra Contractors, who are an environmentally certified company operating under the Environmental License issued by the Environmental Planning Authority, have been engaged to undertake the project. This work is essential to complete road works etc. related to the revitalisation of the area and therefore cannot be avoided. Canberra Contractors are undertaking the works in accordance with their accredited and certified Management System that includes Quality, Environment and Safety.

As an additional measure Canberra Contractors are using equipment, particularly the roller compacting road bases, on their lowest settings. In this regard we are confident that work is operating within the EPA standards. Work requiring the roller to be used again will occur over the next 4-6 weeks and will be managed intermittently (one day here, two days there etc.) to help minimise and relieve any impacts as much as possible.

The Land Development Agency and Canberra Contractors will continue to minimise the impact of the work as much as possible and complete works in the shortest possible timeframe.’

Justice of the Peace

You will find Maureen in the Anne Murray room on Tuesdays between 10.30am and 2pm for Justice of the Peace matters.

Fortnightly News 2/10/2015

Annual General Meeting

A well-attended Annual General Meeting was held on Monday 21 September. The following members were elected to the Management Committee.

VACANCY – COMPUTING FOR BEGINNERS

There is a vacancy in a computer course for beginners starting on Thursday 15 October from 10 am to 12 noon.

The dates for the course are 15, 22 and 29 October and 5, 12 and 19 November.

This will be the last computer course for beginners this year.

Please phone Judy on 6286 8693 (between 5 pm and 6 pm) if you are interested.

Construction Work in the Furzer Street Precinct

I recently raised member concerns about the noise, vibration and percussion impact coming from the Furzer Street Precinct construction work with the Community Engagement Officer, Economic Development and Land Development Agency. I received the following advice:

‘Canberra Contractors, who are an environmentally certified company operating under the Environmental License issued by the Environmental Planning Authority, have been engaged to undertake the project. This work is essential to complete road works etc. related to the revitalisation of the area and therefore cannot be avoided. Canberra Contractors are undertaking the works in accordance with their accredited and certified Management System that includes Quality, Environment and Safety.

As an additional measure Canberra Contractors are using equipment, particularly the roller compacting road bases, on their lowest settings. In this regard we are confident that work is operating within the EPA standards. Work requiring the roller to be used again will occur over the next 4-6 weeks and will be managed intermittently (one day here, two days there etc.) to help minimise and relieve any impacts as much as possible.

The Land Development Agency and Canberra Contractors will continue to minimise the impact of the work as much as possible and complete works in the shortest possible timeframe.’

COTA FORUM – What’s the Future for Canberra’s Older Non-Drivers

Come to COTA’s free forum and hear how Uber, NICTA (taxi-buses), Capital Metro, the Flexible Bus Service and Community Services plan to help meet your future transport needs.

Time: 11am to 1pm

Date: Wednesday 7 October

Where: Hughes Community Hall

Light lunch provided, RSVP to COTA: 6282 3777

ACT Public Trustee

The Public Trustee for the ACT is presenting two free seminars on Wills, Power of Attorney and Philanthropy during Will Week.

Tuesday Thursday

20 October 2015 22 October 2015

Canberra Southern Cross Club Canberra Southern Cross Club

Jamison Woden

Cnr Catchpole & Bowman Street. 92 Corinna Street

Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm Time: 09:30 – 12:00 noon

Places Limited, Bookings essential call 6207 8900

Canberra Calligraphy Society Exhibition – Hellenic Club, 6pm 20 October – 10pm 14 November 2015

If you want to see what all the fuss is about go along to the Canberra Calligraphy Society’ exhibition in the Hellenic Club, official opening by Gemma Black at 6.30pm Friday 23 October 2015. The exhibition includes works inspired by the ‘International year of the Light’. Many works will be for sale. The exhibition runs from 20 October to 14 November 2015.

Spiral Program

Spiral meet at 10am to mid day each Thursday morning for a cuppa and a talk at St James Uniting Church, Curtin.

Upcoming speakers are:

22 October Malcolm Allbrook

Malcolm is the Managing Editor, Australian Dictionary of Biography.

5 November Ian Mackay

Ian is the CEO of the Canberra Southern Cross Club

19 November Jono Lineen

Jono is an author and a curator at the National Museum of Australia.

3 December Latham Primary School

The return of the wonderful choir.

For more information, please contact Gwenyth George on 6286 5004, Sue Murray on 6281 6974 or Brett Yeats on 6281 7684 or at yeatsb.

Justice of the Peace

You will find Maureen in the Anne Murray room on Tuesdays between 10.30am and 2pm for Justice of the Peace matters.

Fortnightly News 18/9/2015

Annual General Meeting

It is that time of the year again, the Club’s Annual General Meeting will be held at 12 noon on Monday 21 September 2015 in Hall 1. A light lunch of sandwiches, cakes and tea/coffee will be provided after the meeting. Please consider coming along to the meeting.

Vale – Richard Hickman

Richard Hickman passed away on 7 September after a long illness. Richard was an active member of the Club and a thoughtful member of the Management Committee. Richard crafted the recent changes to the Club’s constitution. We will miss his friendship and wise counsel.

2015-16 Participation (Seniors) Grants Program

The ACT Government, through this grant program provides non-recurrent project funding for activities and events that promote positive ageing in the ACT. The aim is to support older Canberrans to maintain their well being and to remain active in their community.

The Club has been successful in obtaining funding in previous years and is seeking advice from members on possible projects to pursue in this round. Maximum funding per applicant is $10,000 although $3-4,000 is a more realistic sum. Applications close on 5 October 2015.

The priority area most relevant to the Club is ‘3.1 Social Inclusion of Seniors’. That is, projects that assist Canberra’s Seniors to participate in the broader community including projects that enhance community relations in the Seniors arena that encourage whole of community engagement with Seniors.

The category most relevant to the Club is ‘4.3 Respect and Social Inclusion’. Projects that support Seniors to feel respected and valued and experience the ACT as a safe place to live and visit.

Projects that will be considered under this category for funding will support:

1. Initiatives that bring the generations together to reinforce respect for seniors and reduce social isolation;

2. Connect Seniors with expert advice surrounding health and well being to assist physical, recreational and nutritional needs;

3. Initiatives that encourage identification of and responses to elder abuse;

4. Develop and promote activities that assist isolated Seniors to connect with support networks and activities and encourage participation.

More information about the Grant process is available here: http://www.communityservices.act.gov.au/wac/ageing/seniors_grants

Please provide your suggestions for funding to Polly by Wednesday 23 September 2015.

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Fortnightly News 4/9/2015

Annual General Meeting

It is that time of the year again, the Club’s Annual General Meeting will be held at 12 noon on Monday 21 September 2015 in Hall 1. A light lunch of sandwiches, cakes and tea/coffee will be provided after the meeting. Please consider coming along to the meeting.

Calligraphy Classes are up and running again

Pam is back from her winter travels to far north Queensland and is running her calligraphy classes on Tuesdays from 1.30pm in Hall 2. Newcomers are welcome.

Social Ballroom Dance Classes

Make the most of Karen Rutherford’s (K’Motion Studios) expertise while she is with us. Social Ballroom Dance sessions: Mondays 1pm to 3pm and Fridays 2pm to 4pm. Newcomers welcome, especially on Monday.

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Fortnightly News 21/8/2015

2nd BIG BOOK FAIR

The Second BIG Book Fair was a huge success, raising over $16,000. In addition to raising funds, the Fair provided a point of social cohesion within the Club where members gave generously of their time and energy.

A huge thank you to Margaret Bourke, the driving force behind the Book Fair who would like to thank the following people:

Paul McGlew for his considerable support throughout the year, not to mention the heavy lifting!

Judy Henderson for an amazing effort with the publicity;

Chris Sheen and all the volunteers who worked so hard for 10 months to clean, sort and price the books;

Anne Murray for organising the weekend helpers;

Jennifer Pratten and the craft group for making and organising the jewelry display and raffle;

Lutana McLeod for organising the cake stall and her daughter Alex for the poster design;

Mollie B for story telling on Saturday;

Polly for her ever-cheerful help;

My family, Sarah, Rohan, Pat, Richard Cumpston and Tim B;

Luton and Ray White real estate for supplying posters and road signs;

Rotary, Canberra Seniors and Canberra Bridge Club for lending tables;

All the weekend helpers and that includes setting up and dismantling too;

Not to mention all those generous people who donated books and the customers who came and bought them.

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Fortnightly News 7/8/2015

2nd BIG BOOK FAIR

The Second BIG Book Fair is here and it is running all weekend. In addition to books there is a cake stall tomorrow, Saturday morning and some very beautiful pieces made by the Beading Group for sale.

As a member of Woden Seniors you can help to get the message out by:

· Inviting your friends and family to come to the Fair;

· Posting the dates and times of the Second BIG Book Fair on your Facebook page. You can post it as a public event.

The Magic Tin Party

You are invited to celebrate and thank Elizabeth Halfnights for her many years of teaching Tai Chi in the Club and to wish her well in retirement.

When: 1pm to 4pm, Thursday 27 August 2015

Where: Woden Seniors Club

What: An opportunity to share memories, spend time with Elizabeth, enjoy a (short) Tai Chi session, and to eat, drink and be merry.

It’s the Magic Tin Party because it is the final opportunity to make a contribution to the Magic Tin, an Elizabeth initiative which has been dear to her heart for many years and which has provided some much needed financial support to a range of charitable organisations and projects.

Elizabeth is of course adamant that she doesn’t want a gift, so we ask that those attending bring a donation to give the Magic Tin a mighty send off.

Please RSVP to Sue 0412 044 449 or Jenny 0419 497 218

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