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MONTHLY MEETINGS
“Fun, friendship and fellowship”
All members and prospective members are welcome to attend the monthly meeting. Come along at 10:30am on the second Thursday of every month to the Nelson Bay Bowling and Recreation Club, Stockton Street, Nelson Bay 2315.
The meeting features updates on activities, morning tea and a guest speaker. Once the formalities are over we retire to the Marlin Restaurant for a convivial lunch.
Detective Superintendent Wayne Humphrey, Commander Port Stephens - Hunter Police District
August meeting
Wayne presented interesting statistics on crime in the Port Stephens district. Nelson Bay has its issues but is relatively safe compared to other areas of Newcastle and the Hunter. Wayne made the talk entertaining and answered questions directly.
Neil Fraser, Hunter Bird Observers Club
July meeting
Neil provided a fascinating account of the migration of shorebirds and waders that are native to Port Stephens. Each year they fly thousands of kilometres to the Northern Hemisphere in search of resources and favourable conditions for survival and reproduction.
Chris Peters, Tomaree Museum Historian
June meeting
Chris presented an interesting account of his adventures on the high seas, helping to crew a yacht from England to Australia through the Panama Canal in the 1960s.
Previous Speakers
Lesley Harrison, Cyber Safety Expert: Lesley explained internet safety awareness, a very topical issue. Her summary message regarding cyber security was to maximise the experience, minimise the risk
Sheree Gibson, Channel 9: Sheree is a producer for for '60 Minutes' and provided a fascinating account of her journey from Narrabri to an international role on Channel 9's flagship current affairs program
Ruth Wilson, Adventurer, author, and aviator: Ruth provided a fascinating insight into her adventurous life before discussing her passion as one of the early pioneers of hot air and gas ballooning in Australia
Jan Bynon, Volunteer, Heart Foundation: ​Jan explained the Heart Foundation's recommendations regarding how to respond to the possibility of a stroke - the Foundation is committed to (1) improving stroke prevention and (2) improving stroke management
Nicole Lenton, Nova Care: ​Nicole described the physical therapy services provided by Nova Care, a highly trained clinical team offering a variety of services to help clients on their healing journey
Christian Hernandez, Pharmacist/Director, Amal Pharmacy: ​Christian spoke on the modern role of pharmacy as a community service before discussing the Government changes to the dispensing of prescriptions
Ken White OAM, Member of Probus Club of Port Stephens: ​Ken recounted his experiences with Lifeline which was established in 1963 and provides 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services
Inspector Cameron Gray, Rural Fire Service: ​Cameron provided an update on fire protection services on the Tomaree Peninsula since the rationalisation of the Rural Fire Service with NSW Fire Brigade
Brooke Vitnall, Solicitor: ​Brooke presented some quite confronting statistics and examples of homelessness (particularly in older women), elder abuse and domestic violence
The 5 current Life Members with President Rob Buchanan at the May 2024 meeting where John Townsend was approved as the latest Life Member.
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