Snowy Mountains Holiday 2014

On the 26th October eighteen club members set off on their  annual spring holiday, this time to Cooma in the Snowy Mountains. What a fantastic adventure it was for everybody that took part. We stayed at the High Country Motel which had wonderful views over Cooma.

The highlight of the trip was on the Thursday when we drove down to Eden to go whale watching and were fortunate enough to see several humpback whales as they made their way down the coast to the Antarctic. Our first sighting was a female with her calf, later we came across two more pods of males and females.

The motel food was excellent with more than enough for everyone; a buffet breakfast, hot drinks, and snack for lunch then a three course meal in the evening - at our last dinner we had a special meal of Rainbow Trout.

As well as whale watching the trip included visits to Yarrangobilly Caves, Brown Mountain, Cooma Monaro Heritage Railway, Snowy Hydro Centre, Cooma Gaol, Thredbo Village, Lake Jindabyne and much more. We even saw snow! It was great.

Next Meeting – 9th October 2014

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of either $20 or two $10 prizes.
• 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 Belgenny Farm  - only $25

It's Seniors' Week!

Dapto Seniors has a few events during Seniors' Week in which members of the public are invited to participate.

Carpet Bowls

Why not drop in and try carpet bowls?

• When - Tuesday 18^th March
• Time - 8am to 11.30am
• Where - Heininger Hall

If 8am is a bit too early don't worry, just come a little later.

Card Playing

This is a very social group always open to new members. Their game is Whist.

Don't know how to play? Don't worry they will teach you.

• When - Wednesday 19^th March
• Time - 9.30am to 2.30pm (Bring lunch to eat at about midday)
• Where - Laurel Room, Heininger House.

Why not come along to one of these activities and try them out? A cup of tea and biscuits are always available. Don't stay at home, get out and have fun.

Check the Wollongong Council Seniors' Week Guide for more details
Or Email: CPSA Dapto Seniors.

For more information about the many activities at Dapto Seniors simply click on the Club Activities tab at the top of this page. There is bound to be something you will enjoy.

Premier's Concert

Club members are going to the Premier's Concert at the Sydney Entertainment Centre. We understand that Leo Sayer is one of the many artists providing the entertainment.

Dapto Seniors members are keen concert and musical goers. The club takes advantage of the generous discounts available for group bookings to all the top shows. This year The Lion King, Strictly Ballroom and the return of Wicked are already booked as well as regular visits to the region's own wonderful Roo Theatre.

Why not come along to a meeting to find out what is on offer?

The Next Walk - 8th Feb 2013

Martin Place to NSW Art Gallery

The next walk is in Sydney, the group will catch the train to Martin Place Railway Station and walk down to Circular Quay and the Opera House.

The group will continue around the harbour on the edge of the Botanic Garden to Mrs Macquaries Chair then continue on with views of the Garden Island navy base across the water until the Art Gallery of NSW. Hopefully everybody will make a short visit to the Art Gallery before having their own lunch in The Domain.

After lunch by cutting through the Sydney Eye Hospital it is only a short distance to Martin Place Railway Station and the train home.

As usual the group will meet in the waiting room at Dapto Station at about 7.40am to catch the 7.55am Sydney train. If you are late look in the second carriage. See you there?

 

View Mrs Macquaries Chair and Domain Walk in a larger map

Note: this map still shows lunch at Circular Quay, this is incorrect, as stated above we are taking a packed lunch to have in the Domain but a stop for coffee will be made probably in Martin Place or Circular Quay.

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 - 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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29th June - Domain & Harbour Walk

The walking group will be taking the walk from Martin Place via the Domain, Mrs Macquaries Chair and the Opera House to Circular Quay where we will have lunch.

After lunch the group will walk back to Martin Place to catch the train back to Dapto.

The weather is looking pretty good for Friday.

View Mrs Macquaries Chair and Domain Walk in a larger map

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.

What a Picnic!

It was a great day out. Despite the threat of rain the club's annual picnic was a great success. About 50 members arrived at the Australian Motorlife Museum for a few hours fun, food and convivial company.

On arrival everybody had a fancy cake, a cup of tea or coffee and sat down to renew old acquaintances or just to find out the latest news while they waited for their meal.

A cold buffet lunch of chicken, potato salad and coleslaw was served followed up with ice cream and yet more cake; and, boy, was it good!

No sooner had the meal been eaten than the trivia quiz was under-way with all the questions relating to the history of Dapto. The winner correctly answered every question except one and was awarded a fabulous prize.

To help burn off the calories the picnic organiser took advantage of (almost) sunny skies for the competitions to commence on the grass outside.

First it was rolling pin throwing followed by the gum boot throwing competition; all the competitors showed great skill in the wet conditions. Unfortunately this year it was just too wet for a game of bocce but everybody enjoyed either taking part or watching the competitors. It was a lot of fun and afterwards prizes were distributed to our champions.

The winner of the rolling pin throwing competition shows her champion's style.

As they left everybody agreed it had been one of the best picnics ever.

9th March - Walking Group

Dapto Seniors' visit Berry Island

The Dapto Seniors' walking group has another fascinating walk next Friday. This walk is another one the group has not taken before and is approximately 3 Km in length. There might be a few hills but hopefully none are very steep.

We will catch the Sydney train to Town Hall then transfer to the North Shore line to alight at Wollstonecraft Station. After the walk the group will catch a train from Waverton Station.

It might be wise to bring your own food for this walk though there are some cafes at Waverton.

View Wollstonecraft to Waverton in a larger map

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.

1st March Meeting

At 10am, before the start of our normal fortnightly meeting a representative of the guard's union will make a short presentation about the union's fears regarding the removal of guards from passenger trains on the CityRail Network. This talk was due to take place at an earlier meeting but was unfortunately postponed.

Bus Trip:

Also prior to the meeting bus tickets for our trip to Flemington Market on the 25th March will go on sale. These tickets are only $10 each and the bus fills up quickly so make sure you buy them early.

Computer Tuition:

There is a vacancy for computer tuition on Monday morning; if you are interested book it before it goes.

As Usual:

Naturally all the usual goodies such as a cup of tea, biscuits, raffle tickets and the trade table will be available before the meeting. For those that don't know the raffle tickets are only 3 for $1 with three prizes of $10 in cash for the lucky winners.

Come and support your club. If you are new to the area then you are more than welcome to come along and find out about the many regular activities the club provides. Be sure to check the 'Activities' page for more details.

24th February - Walking Group

The next walk on the Friday 24th February is a new one made possible by the inclusion of the light rail in the Pensioner Excursion ticket.

The Dapto Seniors' walking group will catch the light rail at Central Railway Station after a short morning tea break and travel to the Rozelle Bay Tram Stop.

We will follow the route outlined below enjoying the views of the bay and the ANZAC Bridge as we make our way to finish at either the Wentworth Park or the Fish Market tram stop. A decision about this will be made on the day. You can bring your own lunch or purchase something along the way (perhaps at the fish markets?).

The distance of the walk is about 3 Km.

View Rozelle to Wentworth Park in a larger map

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.

10th February - Walking Group

The next walk on the 10th February is an old favourite walking from Watsons Bay to South Head with a short additional stroll over to the Gap and the Dunbar memorial.

We will get a ferry from Circular Quay to Watsons Bay and return either by ferry or bus depending on circumstances. Food is available at Watsons Bay (for example Doyle's famous fish and chips) or you can take your own lunch.

As usual the group will meet at Dapto Railway Station waiting room at 7.40am to catch the 7.55 Sydney train.

View Watson's Bay to South Head in a larger map

The walk on the 24th February will be along the shores of Rozelle and Blackwattle Bay. Look out for more details nearer the date.

27th January - Walking Group

The Dapto Seniors' walking group's first walk of 2012 will be on Friday 27th January along the Kokoda Memorial Walkway at Rhodes. It is a fairly flat, easy walk of about 2.75Km in total.

The walk follows the Parramatta River through Rhodes Park and memorials along the walk denote events that occurred on the notorious Kokoda track in Papua New Guinea in World War 2 when Australian Troops inflicted the first defeat on the invading Japanese army.

At the end of the walk we will cut back to Rhodes shopping centre where we will have lunch in the food court of the local mall (though you are welcome to bring your own lunch if you prefer) before catching a train back to Sydney and home.

As usual we will meet at Dapto Station in the waiting room at 7.40am to catch the 7.55am Sydney train. If you are late we will be downstairs in the second carriage. See you then.

View Kokoda Track Walk in a larger map

New Leader Needed

The Walking Group needs a new leader. After years of sterling effort Ron can no longer lead the group. Until a new leader(s) is/are found then the group will continue on an ad hoc basis. Please consider giving up one day a fortnight it really is a lot of fun.