Next Meeting - 14th November 2019

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a 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.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

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.

Christmas Lunch

The branch’s Christmas Lunch will take place on the 13th December 2019 and tickets go on sale at this meeting. Still only $20 for a two course lunch in the Sinclair Room at Dapto Leagues Club.

Christmas Concert

The Christmas Concert takes place in Heininger Hall at 1.30pm on the 9th December 2019. All are welcome. A $2 coin or a pink note donation is appreciated at the door. Lots of lucky door prizes.

September Activities

Spring Concert

The club’s Spring Concert was a great success and the Concert Group performed before a full hall. It was a wonderful afternoon enjoyed by everyone that attended.

There were a lot of lovely door prizes drawn at the end of the concert

Fathers’ Day Lunch

There was a smaller gathering for the club’s lunch held at Dapto Leagues Club upstairs in the Sinclair Room. The two course meal was excellent and afterwards there was the usual door prize draw when everybody went home with a gift.

The next lunch is at Christmas when we expect a much bigger gathering.

Next Meeting – 19th September 2019

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a 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.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

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.

Next Meeting - 27th June 2019

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a 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.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

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.

Next Meeting–21st February 2019

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a 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.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

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.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is on the 4th March called Art and Chocolate, a trip to the wonderful Casula Powerhouse Art Centre and the Darrell Lea Chocolate factory outlet. Only $15 - get your ticket now.

Farewell 2018!

2018 has ended as far as the activities of Dapto Seniors are concerned but we will be back in 2019 with all our regular activities.

Christmas Lunch

The final event of the year was the club’s Christmas Lunch held at Dapto Leagues Club where the staff always look after us very well.

The food was among the best of the year with duck, beef wellington, Christmas pudding and trifle on the menu. Between courses the draw for the beautiful quilt and the blanket made by the craft group was held. Thank you to everyone that took part.

After the food there was a lot of chatting as well as the lucky door prize draw – every attendee went home with a prize.

Merry Christmas

Happy New Year

to you all

First Meeting of 2019

24th January 2019

See you then…

Christmas Concert Success

26th November 2018

The Dapto Seniors’ Concert Group held their popular Christmas Concert at the end of November to an audience that packed Heininger Hall.

Everybody enjoyed the concert immensely - one of the sketches nearly brought the house down.

The choir was on song:

Afterwards there was the usual snack and Lucky Door prize draw.

A great time was had by all.

Keep an eye out for our concerts in 2019. They will be a lot of fun.

Join Us

The Concert Group is just one of the many activities held at CPSA Dapto Seniors every day of the week – To find out more <<<Click Here>>>

Why not join us? Look out for an announcement about next year’s first meeting.

(Don’t forget to click on the photos for a larger version)

CPSA Annual Conference 2018

The Dapto Team

The afternoon before the conference the Dapto delegates and observers took the train to Sydney to book in at our accommodation. Afterwards we assembled at the nearby Great Southern Hotel for light refreshments and, for some, an evening meal.

During the evening we were joined by the members of the ABC Classic FM staff from all over the state in town for fun and frolics (one of whom kindly took this photo).

The CPSA Conference

On the following morning our delegates arrived at the conference venue bright eyed and bushy tailed to sign in at 8.30am.

Early on the first day they were very proud to witness a member of Dapto Seniors being presented with a well deserved Association Life Membership. The presentation was made by Dr Michael Wynne, a guest speaker.

The conference takes place over two days and frankly is shambolic,  it was very hard to hear or understand the Chairperson (our table was near the back as usual) and the proceedings certainly made our club meetings look very slick and well managed. However we muddled through and it has to be said the provided food was fine.

Our President once again gave his Bush Telegraph report about the activities at Dapto Branch of the CPSA including information about our craft group making laundry bags for the Defence Force  (Hero Quilts and Laundry Bags), he also mentioned our many weekly activities, this web site, our history and our brochure. He also gave a report on the activities of the South Coast Area Council.

The Guest Speakers

This year all the guest speakers were very good though, at times, it was hard to hear what they were saying or see the slides on the screen. Head Office is going to send out copies of the slides in the near future.

“Is Aged Care a failed system and what can we do about it?”
Presented by Dr Michael Wynne from Aged Care Crisis

“Why are energy prices so high?”
Presented by Thea Bray; Project Officer for Energy and Water within the Public Interest Advocacy Centre.

“Financial rights and vulnerabilities”
Presented by Diana Bernard from Seniors Rights Service

Report

At our next branch meeting on 15th November our President will make a full report about the conference and the ‘goings on’.

2018 CPSA Annual Conference

Delegates from Dapto Seniors and our local South Area Council will be attending the CPSA Annual Conference being held at Rydges Hotel in  Sydney near Central Station. It takes place over two days on the 30th and 31st October 2018.

There will be a full report at our next meeting.

Talking of the next meeting…

Next Meeting - 1st November 2018

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a 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.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

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.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to Greenwell Point on the 5th November leaving at 8.15am from the Heininger St carpark. There are a couple of seat left at $12 each.

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What a Month September was!

September is always a busy month at Dapto Seniors. The newly elected committee is getting into its stride and there are all the normal fortnightly meetings.

Fathers’ Day Concert

On the 10th September the Concert Group held a concert which was well received by the discerning audience that attended. As always the audience enjoyed a snack , tea or coffee and a massive door prize draw.

The Concert Group holds three concerts a year - Mothers’ Day, Fathers’ Day and Christmas.

The group is already rehearsing for the Christmas Concert but are always looking out for new members to join them. If you would like to join this convivial group just drop an email to daptoseniors@gmail.com for details or, even better, just come along to a rehearsal any Monday at 12.30pm in Heininger Hall. You will be made very welcome.

The next concert is on the 26th November 2018 in the hall; please note the date in your diary so you don’t miss it.

Fathers’ Day Lunch

Over 50 members attended the Fathers’ Day Lunch in the Sinclair Room on the 27th September. Everybody who attended had a wonderful time, the 2 course meal was delicious and there were plenty of door prizes drawn afterwards. It was a great success.

All members can attend these subsidised lunches; there are four lunches each year -  for dates keep an eye on the Club Activities section of this site. You will find club meeting dates there as well as all the activities that take place each week.

The Christmas Lunch is on the 14th December 2018 and at $20 for the two course lunch is great value.

Bus Trips

The club’s last bus trip for 2018 will take place on the 5th November. This time we are visiting Greenwell Point, the cost is only $12 for a brilliant day out we have so much fun. Tickets go fast so make sure you get yours at the next meeting

Next Meeting – 18th October 2018

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a 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.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

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.

Speakers Arranged

After the fascinating talk by the representative from Remondis members will be pleased to know that we have a couple of speakers lined up to talk to us at future meetings.

Nurses Federation.

In July we are getting visit from the Nurses Federation Rep who will talk to us about Nursing Homes and some of the important questions we should be asking before entering a nursing or residential home.

End of Life Preparations.

In August a representative from Legal Aid will be speaking to us about end of life considerations, which might involve the death of a spouse or making a will. Not a topic we talk about much but something we all have to face.

These speakers will be attending meetings in July and August - more details will be given nearer the time.

End of Financial Year.

Here we are nearing the end of the financial year and time to start preparing for next year, our AGM and a new committee. Please think of putting your name forward for one of the many jobs that keep your club running smoothly. The AGM date will be announced later.

Licence Agreement.

A new licence agreement with Wollongong City Council has been agreed and will be sent to Head Office for signing. The new agreement is for a period of ten years rather than the five years of previous agreements.

Social Day Out

12th April 2018

It was mid morning as members made their way to Integral Energy Park and the Motorlife Museum’s Brabham Room for the club’s annual Social Day Out.

Maureen had organised her probing trivia quiz so there was plenty of chat and happy banter as the group tucked into the lovely cakes and slices for morning tea while they puzzled over the questions.

The chicken lunch arrived on cue at midday which cut the buzz of conversation to a minimum but once the food had been devoured the laughter and conversation started up again.

The temperature outside was 35°C; far too hot for the outdoor games that had been planned so members stayed in the air conditioned comfort and enjoyed each others company.

The President thanked our organiser for arranging such a splendid outing and members are already looking forward to the next one.

Concert

Talking of next events – don’t forget the Mothers’ Day Concert is rapidly approaching:

Place: Heininger Hall
Time: 1.30pm
Date: 14th May 2018
Cost: Free entry but a gold coin donation to help toward the cost of food is very welcome.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Next Meeting–8th February 2018

Back to Normal

Our next meeting will be held in Heininger Hall, usual place, usual time.

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a 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.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

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.

Membership Fees

Please don’t forget to pay your annual membership fee, it is still only $15 and you can recover more than that amount just by attending the subsidised lunches. Most of your membership fee goes to Head Office toward the public liability insurance. Envelopes will be available at the meeting. Please make life easier for our membership coordinator by bring the right money. She will thank you.

Bus Trips

The club desperately needs a bus trip organiser. If you are willing to perform this task please let the committee know as soon as possible. It would be a pity to let this activity die for the lack of an organiser.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Dapto Seniors wishes all its members a very happy and safe Christmas.

We hope to see you all again in 2018.

First Meeting 2018

Just a reminder that our first meeting is on the 25th January 2018.

Due to circumstances beyond our control the meeting will be held in the Kurrajong Hall in the main building of the Ribbonwood Centre but it will be at the usual time. Tea and coffee will be available as usual.

Membership fees are due so please give our poor over worked treasurer a break and bring the right money – membership is still only $15. Envelopes will be available on the day.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Last Meeting of 2017

Meeting Date - 30th November 2017

Doesn’t time fly? another year has nearly passed. Our last meeting on the 30th November will be your last chance this year to buy a ticket in our raffle and win $50, it will also be your last chance to get a ticket for the Christmas Lunch on the 14th December at Dapto Leagues Club and you don’t want to miss that.

Envelopes for membership fees will be available at that meeting (see below for the first meeting date in 2018).

Christmas Concert

The Dapto Seniors’ Concert Group’s Christmas Concert is nearly here; it is on the 27th November at 1.30pm in Heininger Hall. Admission is free though it would be nice if you could give a gold coin donation - you get a ticket in the wonderful door prize draw held after the concert.

Make a note in your diary so you don’t miss it.

2018 Meetings

The Club’s first meeting of 2018 will be on the 25th January 2018 though the activity groups will start meeting before that date. Annual Membership is due then too but the good news is that it remains a mere $15 for the year.

Next Meeting–7th September 2017

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a 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.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

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.

People 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.

Fathers’ Day Lunch

Members are encouraged to buy tickets for our Fathers’ Day Lunch to be held on the 14th September at Dapto Leagues Club commencing at 11.30am. These meals are still only $18 so make sure you get a ticket – remember to write your name on the back of the ticket to win a door prize. Last time everybody went home with a prize.

Father’s Day Concert

Just a reminder that on 11th September the Concert Group will be holding their wonderful concert in Heininger Hall at 1.30pm. A gold coin donation at the door is much appreciated and gets you a ticket in the monster raffle held after the concert. Tea and coffee will be provided. All are welcome.

Next Meeting–24th August 2017

Special Guest Speaker

The meeting have all the usual activities but we will also have the pleasure of Lord Mayor Gordon Bradbery addressing our meeting. After his short talk there will be the opportunity for members to ask questions. With the council elections due on 9th September this will be an ideal time to find out about the Mayor’s plans for the future direction of Wollongong and, in particular, Dapto.

Bus Trip

The club’s next bus trip is to Meroogal House in Nowra on Monday, 4th September. There are only a few tickets left for this interesting visit so get in early to secure yours.

After the visit the bus will stop at a local club where members can enjoy a meal and good company.

Fathers’ Day Concert

Our wonderful concert group will be holding their Fathers’ Day Concert in the hall on the 11th September. The concert starts at 1.30pm but it is a good idea to arrive early to get the best seats in the house and make new friends. There will be all the usual fun: a singalong, comedy and lots of good singing. Don’t miss it – everybody is welcome; a gold coin donation at the door would be appreciated - you will receive a ticket in the exciting door prize draw held after the concert.

Fathers’ Day Lunch

At this meeting tickets for the Father’s Day lunch will go on sale. The lunch is on the 14th September in the Sinclair Room at Dapto Leagues Club and it is still only $18 for members.

Members will enjoy a delicious two course meal followed by the monster door prize draw – at the Birthday Lunch earlier this month everybody received a gift, so don’t miss out.

See you there…

There is always a lot happening at Dapto Seniors so don’t miss out; come along to the meeting and find out about all the activities happening at your local club. New members are always welcome. There is something going on every day of the week so don’t miss out. Looking forward to seeing you.

Next Meeting–20th April 2017

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a 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.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

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.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to Berrima Museum with an opportunity to shop in Berrima’s vibrant boutique shops after the visit. Tickets on sale now from Ann.

Concert

It is time for the Concert Group to entertain you once again.

Our Mothers’ Day Concert is rather early this year because of the council’s refurbishment of the kitchen in Heininger Hall. The group didn’t want to disappoint their audience by not supplying them with tea, coffee and a snack so there was no alternative but to bring the event forward to the 24th April. Don’t worry the entertainment will still be of its usual high standard.

Just remember:

Venue: Heininger Hall, Ribbonwood Centre, Dapto
Time: 1.30pm (but get there early to get the best seats)
Date: 24th April 2017

See you there...

Social Day Out

Last Thursday saw the club take its annual Social Day Out; as usual, the venue for this activity was the Motorlife Museum in Integral Energy Park just outside Dapto.

Oh! what fun was had by all who attended; there was cake, a chicken lunch, competitions, games, lucky door prizes and finally ice cream. It was so much fun.

Before the meal everybody chose from a wonderful selection of delicious cakes while they enjoyed a cup of tea or coffee (some even had beer) and took part in the trivia quiz, it was a testing competition this year.

A highlight of the day was the Easter bonnet parade when our most creative members cavorted for the amusement of the rest. The competition was won by Russell in his illuminated miner’s helmet but it was really hard to pick between all the entries.

After lunch the group went outside for games. There was Bocce, Quoits and Throwing the Rolling Pin - Philomena was outstanding at quoits being the only one to actually score! All our winners went home with a lovely prize for their efforts. Finally there was a lucky door prize draw followed by ice cream before everybody reluctantly went home.

As always Maureen and Rudy organised a fantastic event and deserved the thanks they received from members who went home well satisfied after a terrific day out in great company.

Why not join us to take part in our many social occasions?

Next Meeting–23rd March

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a 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.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

We have a special guest attending our meeting. Anna Watson State MP will talk to us about local issues and take questions afterwards

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.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to the Wollondilly Heritage Centre. There are a few seats left at only $17. Why not join us?

Dapto Seniors and Heininger Hall

Dapto Seniors’ first home was donated by Dapto Bowling Club at least forty years ago and served its purpose until the club outgrew it. It was situated on the eastern edge of what is now the Heininger House car park.

Members lobbied Council to build a new Senior Citizens Centre which resulted in Heininger House being built for Dapto Seniors and occupied in 1985. From 1985 to 2001 the seniors club managed the premises letting various rooms for community groups and people from all walks of life. It was run by a management committee comprised of a majority from Dapto Seniors and a minority representing other local community organisations.

The hall was only officially opened in 1988 even though the club had been running it for three years.

The management committee ran the premises at a profit and, as will be seen later, were able to hand over a considerable sum of money to the Council in 2001.

In 2000 the committee was approached by Council and asked if they would like to continue running the premises after the construction of the Ribbonwood Centre was completed. At this time the construction of the Ribbonwood Centre was completely divorced from Heininger House. The management committee was unaware that the new buildings were actually going to abut the hall.

Negotiations for a Council takeover commenced early 2000 and from the outset the council promised Dapto Seniors free use of the hall and all its facilities in perpetuity if management was taken over by the Council. Unfortunately a promise from the council representative that any set up would be carried out by Council free of charge was never written down. The minutes of March 1^st 2001 and April 12^th 2001 (Dapto seniors meetings) record a letter sent by council confirming this free use of the hall and all its facilities.

Upon the handover on 1^st July 2001 Council employees collected all documentation including the above mentioned letter as well as $48819.00 which had been accumulated by the management committee.

NB: This information was compiled from minutes and other records of Dapto Seniors as well as the recollection of a lady who was club secretary for 17 years and a member of the management committee during the transfer to Wollongong City Council.

It’s starting to look a lot like…

Christmas Concert

Our Christmas Concert was a great success with nearly 150 people enjoying a fun filled concert. We had people from as far away as Penrith attending. Cheers of “encore” echoed through the hall. Afterwards there was a snack, tea or coffee and the gigantic door prize draw.

During the show a star was born.

The Christmas Lunch

As usual members enjoyed a fantastic Christmas lunch in the Sinclair Room at Dapto Leagues Club. The main course offered a choice of Barramundi or Pork with Pavlova or Trifle for desert. No-one complained!

At the lunch a past President, Vice President and long time member was presented with a Branch Life membership for the years of work she had put into the club, an award she very much deserved.

2017

Don’t forget the club’s first meeting in 2017 is not until 9^th February due to Heininger Hall being refurbished and the clash with Australia Day however the groups will start meeting in their usual venues after the 20^th January 2017.

BTW – click on the photos for a larger version.

See you in 2017