Members of the East Gosford Probus Club managed to enjoy many outings in between COVID-19 lockdowns as they tackle the difficulties of growing older.
Secretary Helen Bowers said members had found the companionship comforting during limitations imposed by the pandemic.
“We tasted gins at Distillery Botanica; a boutique distillery tucked away in the heart of the region’s finest artisan producers and minutes from our beautiful beaches,” Bowers said.
“On another outing we had a guided tour of the Gosford Regional Gallery and then enjoyed a delicious lunch at Top Point Café looking out on the beautiful Japanese Gardens.
“One highlight was a visit to the Broken Bay Pearl Farm and a boat tour on the Hawkesbury River from Mooney Mooney in a small boat to view the oyster beds, then see how the pearls are seeded and extracted.
“We didn’t want to miss out on the Riverboat Postman, so (we had) another outing on a picture-perfect day, all the way up the river delivering mail and goods to various isolated spots.
“Morning tea was served on departure, with an Aussie Ploughman’s-style lunch as we returned to Brooklyn wharf; what a great day to remember.”
Bowers said another outing took members by bus took to Gartelmann’s winery in the Hunter.
“Founded by Jorg and Jan Gartelmann in 1996, this boutique winery is in the heart of the beautiful Lovedale area; great wine tasting, delicious lunch and fantastic company,” she said.
A picnic of fish and chips on the Gosford waterfront was quickly transformed into lunch at the Elanora Hotel when rain clouds appeared.
“At the end of 2021 we celebrated 40 years of East Gosford Probus,” Bowers said.
“We hosted a fantastic luncheon at The Breakers Club, and our members enjoyed the company of (Member for Terrigal) Adam Crouch and many Past Presidents, their wives and widows.
“It was a great day and despite the difficult year of 2021 that we endured, we managed to enjoy seven months of lovely outings.
“Outings have continued during 2022 with a boat trip and lunch at Palm Beach, wine tasing at Stonehurst and lunch at Capers in Wollombi.”
Bowers said new members were always welcome, with information available from President John Bowers on 0419 498 744.
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Media release, Aug 17
East Gosford Probus Club
