The Grovedale Marshall Probus Club
Guest Speakers 2024
February 2024 |
Carole O'Neill Past President of Bellarine Birdlife |
Carole O'Neill's presentation was richly illustrated with photographs of the birdlife of the Bellarine Peninsula and beyond. She introduced us to the richness of our local bird communities across the diverse ecosystems of our region with the aim of broadening our knowledge of Bellarine birds. |
Guest Speakers 2023
October 2023 |
Lawrence Glynn Vice President Grovedale Marshall Probus Club |
Lawrence discussed the most recent Victorian road rule changes (and many misunderstood rules) and concluded with a VicRoads knowledge quiz. The members had some fun answering the questions and only 2 questions were marked incorrect. |
September 2023 |
Michelle Winckle and Ron Rounds from Hayeswinckle Real Estate. |
We were pleased to welcome guest speakers Michelle Winckle and Ron Rounds from Hayeswinckle Real Estate The subject of their presentation was downsizing/selling your property and included consideration of alternatives to downsizing such as converting to dual occupancy, reverse mortgages and subletting. |
August 2023 |
Francis Trainor Andrew Love Cancer Centre
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The Andrew Love Cancer Centre has (since 1992) provided state-of-the-art facilities, equipment and highly skilled health professionals who provide personalised treatment and care including Chemotherapy, haematology and radiotherapy services.
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July 2023 |
Gabby Porter-Ryan and Barbara Richardson Estia Health Grovedale |
The ladies informed us about “What's involved with Aged Care and demystifying the process" plus what was available in the community for those requiring emergency care, short-term respite care, long-term care, dementia care and palliative care.
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June 2023 |
Merv Poyner Grovedale Marshall Probus Club Trip's Organiser |
Merv gave the members a very interesting presentation including a great collection of photos taken by Carmel Sanderson and Merv, showing the highlights of the recent tour of Tasmania undertaken by many of our members.
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May 2023 |
Elaine Munro Business owner of Munro's on Garden |
Elaine (with the help of her daughter-in-law Claire) shared her passion for providing vital retail services to the community and engagement with customers on a personal level with their “kindness cards” and Christmas newsletters. Their retail premises are at 78A Garden St, Geelong VIC 3220 |
April 2023 |
Libby Coker MP Member of the House of Representatives since 2019, representing the Victorian seat of Corangamite. |
Libby described her early days as a high school teacher, where she was awarded the Victorian Government media in education award. Her career then included Mayor of the Surf Coast Shire Council, Cadet journalist at the Geelong Advertiser, Communications consultant and Communications/PR Manager at the Department of Education (Vic.) |
February 2023 |
Raechell Gleeson Representing Lifeline Geelong and Southwest Victoria |
Raechel Gleeson, the Business Development & Events Lead for Lifeline gave the members a very interesting talk about the important role that Lifeline plays in providing support to those in crisis, plus counselling and education. We were made aware of the significant local presence Lifeline enjoys here in Geelong and Southwest Victoria. |
Guest Speakers 2022
November 2022 |
Kristen Howard Occupational Therapist
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Kristen was extremely knowledgable about adaptive and assistive devices to help seniors to remain as self-reliant and independent as possible in their own homes. This involved determining what daily living aids, gadgets, and durable medical equipment can help in the quest for succesful aging. |
October 2022 |
Genevieve Cooper Convener at LG Pro Social Infrastructure Planning Special Interest Group |
Her expert knowledge and active involvement with the planning and construction of the Armstrong Creek Town Centre Library & Community Hub has ensured that this facility will be much appreciated, admired and used by the residents of the ever-growing Armstrong Creek growth area. |
September 2022 |
Libby Mears. CEO of Leisure Networks. Chairperson of the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority and formerly Mayor of the Surf Coast Shire. |
Libby discussed her remarkable career and involvement in helping a diversity of people (e.g. of different ages, cultural backgrounds, genders) feel valued and respected and have access to opportunities and resources. |
August 2022 |
Garth Wesson Representing the Country Fire Authority |
For sharing his knowledge and advice on home safety, the main causes of fire in the home and what precautions can be taken to prevent these unfortunate incidents |
June 2022 |
Acting Sergeant Isaac Cropley Waurn Ponds Police Station. |
He shared his knowledge and advice of the many areas of concern to senior citizens regarding their safety. |
May 2022 |
Dr. Katie Milbourne |
Reaching our health goals involves management of our conditions both in the treatment room and in day-to-day life with exercise and advice. |
April 2022 |
Bernard Kelly |
How to live a stimulating and rewarding retirement |
Guest Speakers 2021
August 2021 |
Lorraine Smith |
Research into the origins of a sixteenth century manuscript found in her Warnambool bookshop. |
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May 2021 |
Brigitta Hodgetts |
The benefits of “Medi Alarms”. |
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April 2021 |
Eric Faulkner |
Stories of the Royal Mail Ship Titanic – The Sinking. |
Guest Speakers from prior years
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November 2015 |
"Life Be In It" Director General Dr. Colin Benjamin |
Ben Wright thanking Dr Colin Benjamin for his ‘Life. Be in it’ presentation See Norm with Geelong Probus members Maureen Zampatti, Robert Palmer and Margaret Robinson. Please click here to read the story in the Geelong Independant |
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