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 4.00pm, depending upon numbers. All are encouraged to stay for dinner afterwards. 

Next event : Monday 29^th September, 2025

Henry will be in touch about future Barefoot bowls sessions when he returns.

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:

Suggested book list

Contact Coordinator Mary Ellen Durrance and Wendy McKay

Caravan & Camping Group: Rodd Smith  Mob: 0468 637 232  and

                                                Mark Bryce  Mob: 0433 014 526

Following the great success of our last trip to beautiful Fingal Bay, Rodd & I have started planning 2 more great trips.

No1: Beautiful Merimbula will see us partying, perched on the hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Merimbula Lake at the stunning NRMA Merimbula Beach Caravan Park. There are some beautiful coastal walks, golf courses, cycling and amazing seafood to enjoy.

Please quote the booking reference when making their booking. Thirroul Probus Club 109129.

DATE: Monday 03/Nov/2025 to Friday 07/Nov/2025.

PHONE: 1300 787 837

ADDRESS: 2 Short Point Rd, Merimbula.

Please note the best camp kitchen for our afternoon nibblies and drinks and nearest the cabins is near van sites 147 to 172 (I have booked 150). The nearest cabins are SB1 to SB6. However, as you will see, although a bit of a walk, there are also cabins with beautiful views. (Note if you have a great view, we may all party in your cabin !!!!!!). JUST DOWNLOAD A MAP.

Note as well, that if you are an NRMA member you will get a discount

No 2: Back to amazing Fingal Bay

 60 of us in April this year had the absolute BEST time. So as begged by so many, we are going back in March next year. The area of Nelson Bay, Shoal Bay and of course Fingal Bay has astounding beauty and a myriad of activities, clubs & dining venues to choose from. We realise it is very early to book, however you only have to pay 1 night's deposit and can cancel very close to the date of the trip. Caravaners, I have booked the same site I had this year (site143), as I found it very convenient to the amenities block ,pool, BBQ & a short stroll to the camp kitchen on Goodyah St. (where we will be meeting every night for drinks and nibblies). Cabinners (is that a word?), lots to choose from, plenty on Goodyah St, near me, so I can mooch a few free beers. Again ......JUST DOWNLOAD A MAP

DATE: Monday 23/Mar/2026 TO Friday 27/Mar/2026

PHONE: 02 4988 0990

ADDRESS: Marine Drive Fingal Bay

We are organising so far ahead as we have discovered that these great parks get booked out, so our advice to everyone is BOOK NOW!

Could anyone booking either/both of the caravan/cabin trips please email Mark Bryce [email protected] and Rodd Smith [email protected] so that they can keep track of numbers.

Further information available from the coordinators Rodd Smith and Mark Bryce.

Cycling & Swimming Group: Rodd  Smith  Mob: 0468 637 232

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 Rodd Smith.

Dining Out Group: Glenn Durrance  Mob: 0419 260 770   

Small Group Dining Program

In September, Glenn and Mary Ellen will be hosting a Small Group dinner at Duck In Heaven, Thirroul on Wednesday, September 24 from 6.15pm. Asian fusion & exotic cocktails ... a place for delicious Peking duck, BBQ pork & home-made dumplings.

https://duckinheaven.com.au/

Please contact Glenn Durrance on 0419 260 770 to join the group of 6 to 8.

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“Hosting” does not mean you pay for everyone’s dinner! You just take on the responsibility of booking the table, contact some likely companions and reminding those who are joining you by email the previous day to the dinner date - that’s all. Take the plunge and have dinner with other members to get to know them a bit better!

Contact Glenn Durrance (0419 260 770) if you want to host on any of these evenings.

These small group nights are great for getting to know other members a little better and with a different Restaurant of the Month we can support our local businesses on a quieter night than their weekend nights.

Buzzer Lunch Break 

The September Buzzer Lunch will be at the Bally Hotel, Balgownie. They have some terrific weekday lunch specials at $16 each, but if you want to order a la Carte, and you are an NRMA Member with the App on your phone, then you can save 25% off the Total Bill (up to $40) with their virtual voucher! Please joinus for lunch at the hotel on Thursday, 18^th September at 12.00pm.  Bistro menu available via the following link: //www.ballyhotel.com.au/menus#menus-ccb-section-section

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, 15^th September 2025, at Russell Vale Golf Club, commencing at 8.00am. Cost for the game will be $17.50(Seniors/Pensiors) Afterwards, meet up at Woonona Bull RSL Club for lunch.

To register to play, contact coordinator Kevin Costelloe

Social/Coffee Group: Diane Brown  Mob: 0421 040 757

Will meet at the Pavilion Café at Thirroul Beach at 10.00 am, on the last Monday of each month.

Contact Coordinator Diane Brown

Theatre Group: John Penhallow  Mob: 0419 230 787

I’m looking for support to get a group together to go and see the new Dolly Parton Musical in September at the Theatre Royal. Here You Come Again is a joyous musical comedy featuring all of Dolly’s big hits like Jolene, 9 to 5, Islands in the Stream, and I Will Always Love You.I will request approval at the Committee Meeting in April as we already have 7 members interested from my Facebook post. 9+ people is a group worth organising and we can choose a date. Please let me know if you will also join us. Message John 0419 230 787 or comment on the Facebook pinned post and I’ll contact you.

Further information is available from coordinator John Penhallow.

Trivia Group: Anne Haine  Mob: 0409 067 722

Next Trivia night will be at 7.00pm on Wednesday 10^th September 2025 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

Next walk will be on Friday 26^th September 2025.

Meet at the new Shellcove Marina and enjoy sort walk along the breakwater path, then Shellharbour South Beach to the Village for coffee and return.

To register for the walk each month phone Teresa Urbanski on 0405 034 296