LACH acknowledges gratefully the assistance of the office of the local Member, the Hon Jenny Macklin MP (Member for Jagajaga, Victoria), in the preparation of this newsletter.

Life Activities Club Heidelberg Incorporated Incorporation Registration Number A0052946A

Postal Address:

LACH Inc.

PO Box 245

Rosanna 3084

Secretary

Barbara Jones

Telephone: 9459 4065

Newsletter Editor

Graeme Murray

Telephone: 9435 3546

Website: http://lach.com.au/ (You can now download newsletter & flyer) Email: newsletter.lach@gmail.com

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We are going to Life Activities Club NUMBER 195 AUGUST / SEPTEMBER 2017

THESE ARE DATES & TIMES TO REMEMBER: PLEASE NOTE THESE IN YOUR DIARY

NEXT MEMBERS MEETING:

(Note: Daytime Meeting)

HALL MANAGERS FOR 23rd August

Wednesday 23rd August, 2017 @ 1.00 PM.

Senior Citizens Hall, Hawdon Street, Heidelberg.

Volunteers required @ 12.45 PM.

TEA & COFFEE PROVIDERS: June Watson, Dale Hall, Helen Crook & Anne Von Hehl.

We have a limited amount of parking for members in the yard behind the Senior Citizens Hall.

Our August speaker will be Arati Vidyasagar from COTA, speaking about “New

Wills - what you need to know before seeing your lawyer”. This is an

overview of the legal process, and highlights key things to think about in preparing

your will. The presentation will end with a brief Q&A session with a lawyer.

NEXT COMMITTEE MEETING: Wednesday 20th September 2017 @ 1.30 PM, hosted by the Dysons.

Report: Our June speaker, author Mr. John Howell, told the fascinating story behind his book, “The Only Woman at Gallipoli”. Much discussion followed and members purchasing the book received a discount.

NEW MEMBERS: Margaret D 9457 2623

This month we welcome Pat Jones from Eltham, Doreen Slattery from Ivanhoe East, and

John Austin from Heidelberg Heights. Please continue to make them welcome to our great

club. Please remember to wear your name badge to make it easier for new people.

I would like to hear from new member Gwen Campbell. Can anyone assist, please?

ALMONER'S REPORT: Elaine C 9459 7103

Get well wishes have been sent to Trevor Richards, Adrian Sullivan, Bruce Hill and Betty Kyte.

Sympathy messages have been sent to the families of Noel Skene, Beryl Green, Helen Van Noorden and

Betty Lyon. Sympathy was also expressed to Gwenda Bethell on the death of her brother.

As always, please let me know if you hear of someone who is unwell or suffering sadness.

2017 Annual subscriptions

become due on 1st of July

Subscriptions: Single: $20.00 Double: $38.00

All enquiries to the Treasurer: John Lumley 9459 2740

Payment is requested within sixty (60) days of receipt of this notice. Please make cheques

payable to Life Activities Club Heidelberg Inc. and forward to: The Treasurer, LACH Inc.

P.O. Box 245, Rosanna, 3084. Please provide your name & address with your payment.

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I encourage you strongly to learn what to think about in preparing your will at our

August meeting (Details on page 1). There will be an opportunity to raise issues with a

lawyer in a brief Q&A session at the end of the talk. The topic is vital for all of us.

Please don’t overlook the value of meeting LACH friends. Come along and be educated

and entertained, while building and maintaining a valuable network of friends as well.

Crazy Whist and Solo resume in September when warmer weather is with us again.

We now enjoy an excellent source of computer related resources available through Yarra Plenty Regional

Library (YPRL). Please consult the Computer Group report below.

Laurie and Margaret Dyson are organising a Caravan and Cabin trip to Bendigo in October.

Details are below. Please book as soon as possible if you are interested in joining in with a

very friendly group of LACH members in holiday mode at the Big 4 Bendigo Ascot Holiday Park.

Please continue to support the efforts of our dedicated LACH conveners and committee members.

- Graeme Murray

PS. Give your “old” LACH newsletter to a potential new member. Don’t just throw it away.

GROUP ACTIVITIES

Convenor inputs for the next newsletter are requested by Wednesday, 20th September 2017.

CARAVAN & CABIN GROUP Convenors: Laurie and Margaret 9457 2623 or 0409 572 623

We have organised a trip to BENDIGO from Monday 9th to

Friday 13th October. There is plenty to do and see in Bendigo,

and it is 9 years since our group made a trip there. We will stay at

Big 4 Bendigo Ascot Holiday Park at White Hills, Bendigo.

There are plenty of cabins of different styles and prices. Caravan sites are also

available, including powered sites and en suite sites. There is a large recreation room

and kitchen for our use.

All accommodation information may be found on the excellent

website (www.big4bendigo.com.au). The telephone number is

03 5448 4421. When phoning to book mention you are from the Life Activities Club

Heidelberg or LACH or our names (Laurie and Margaret Dyson). Discuss with staff

your preferred style of cabin.

We suggest that you book as soon as possible if you are interested in coming, as

the Big 4 Bendigo Ascot Holiday Park is holding cabins for us. Refunds will be given up

to 14 days prior to commencement of our trip. We have been offered 10% discount.

Please advise us (Laurie and Margaret) when you have booked.

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A request to regulars: Volunteer convenors are sought for Caravan and Cabin Group trips

in 2018. Please contact Graeme Murray ( 9435 3546) if you would like to organise a trip.

Our club can provide you with advice and assistance.

Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former.

The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits.

The true sign of intelligence is not knowledge but imagination.

Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school.

I never think of the future - it comes soon enough.

- Albert Einstein

Email: stay@big4bendigo.com.au Phone: 1800 062 340 Fax: 03 5448 3162 Address: 15 Heinz Street,

Bendigo 3550, Victoria

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COMPUTER GROUP Convenors: John 9459 2740

This mutual support group of computer users operated for several years, but has gone into recess. LACH

members can now make use of computer related resources available through Yarra Plenty Regional

Library (YPRL). YPRL operates nine branch libraries located at Greensborough, Eltham, Ivanhoe,

Lalor, Mill Park, Rosanna, Thomastown, Watsonia and Whittlesea.

All branches offer one-on-one (booked) technology sessions with a library staff member or experienced

volunteer. YPRL offers computer-related sessions at branches. Session details, including locations and

times, can be found on the website (https://www.yprl.vic.gov.au/) or by contacting your local YPRL branch.

CRAZY WHIST Convenor: John 9459 2740

This small group of very friendly people welcomes new members.

We start play at 7.30 PM at the Watsonia Library meeting hall, 4 Ibbottson

Street. Watsonia (Melway 20: E3) on the first Saturday of the month. Guidance

and assistance is available to new players. Cost? Only $2, plus a small supper plate.

We will not be meeting in August, but welcome Spring by attending our meeting

on Saturday 2nd September.

Confirm with John ( 9459 2740) if you have any queries.

DINE OUT Convenor: Margaret B 9457 3550

It is important that you put your name down for booking purposes. It is also important to let the Convenor know as soon as possible if you are UNABLE TO ATTEND. If you are uncertain as to whether your name is down for a particular night, please phone Margaret 9457 3550.

Date & Time:

Venue:

Tuesday 15th August 2017@ 6.30 PM

Yarra Valley Country Club, 9 Templestowe Rd. Templestowe

Date & Time:

Venue:

Tuesday 19th September 2017@ 6.30 PM

Olympic Hotel, 31 Albert St. Preston

Date & Time:

Venue:

Tuesday 17th October 2017@ 6.30 PM

Manningham, 1 Thompson Rd. Bulleen

LUNCHTIME DINE OUT Convenor: Glenniss D 9455 0034, 0407 648 899

With the increase in our numbers I need to have numbers no later than Wednesday before

dine-out, as the venue needs to have a good idea of the numbers for catering. – Glenniss

Please advise Glenniss ASAP if you need to cancel your booking.

Date & Time:

Venue:

Friday 4th

August, 2017 @ 12.30 PM.

Old England Hotel, 459 Lower Heidelberg Road, Heidelberg

Date & Time:

Venue:

Friday 1st September 2017@ 12.30 PM.

Eltham Hotel, 746 Main Street, Eltham

Date & Time:

Venue:

Friday 6th October 2017@ 12.30 PM.

Rose Shamrock Hotel, 709 Plenty Road, Reservoir

The Hostess for this Dine Out will be Beryl Culverhouse 9435 5328.

Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.

Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.

- Albert Einstein

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$2.00

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MORNING COFFEE Convenor: Peg 9459 0036

We meet from 10.30 AM to 12.30 PM on the third Wednesday of every month.

The venue for Morning Coffee/Tea is my home. Phone: 9459 0036. The cost is just $1.00 (I no longer ask

people to bring a plate). It would be appreciated if you let me know that you are attending.

Our next meetings are on: Wednesday 19th July 2017, Wednesday 16th Aug 2017,

Wednesday 20th Sept 2017, and Wednesday 18th Oct 2017.

I look forward to seeing you all on the above dates.

I've been doing the Morning Coffee for 4 years now and I feel it is now time for

someone else to take over my role as Convenor as of 2018. I have enjoyed

my time in this role and meeting people from our group -- Peg Davidson

GOLF: LACH NINE-HOLE GOLF GROUP Convenor: Laurie 9457 2623

Our tee off time is 8.30 AM for the winter, but please be early for Ron to do the groupings. Numbers have been low due to cold weather, illness and holidays. You will be made very welcome if you brave the conditions and join us.

Our morning tea for cancer was huge success raising $246.00. Thank you to all who contributed.

Our Rich River Trip (early September) is in hand and will soon be upon us.

Enquiries: please contact Laurie 9457 2623 Ron 9457 3314

OCCASIONAL ACTIVITIES Convenor: Judy 9459 4863

LACH ANNUAL COACH TOUR: SWAN HILL, HEART OF THE MURRAY RIVER.

Start spreading the news to friends, neighbours and relations. The coach tour will take place

from Monday 11 September to 15 September 2017, staying at Jane Eliza Motor Inn, Swan Hill.

We will travel each day with our regular guide Pat to interesting places in the surrounding regions.

Prices are very good at $715.00 per person, twin share; the single supplement is $200.00

extra (total $915.00 per person). Please pay the deposit of $100.00 per person by or at

the June Members’ Meeting and the balance by the August meeting .This allows time for

saving up and spreading the news to help others to join our happy group.

We need some more happy travellers to reach our

minimum of 30 passengers, or the price must go up.

Contact Judy 9459 4863

MORNING MELODIES – LOWER PLENTY HOTEL (4 Main Rd, Lower Plenty)

All members, both old and new, are welcome to join us at 10.00 AM on the

last Tuesday of every month. Details for the next show are shown below.

Devonshire Tea/Coffee – Lunch – Free Drink – Show and Raffle. All for $15.00

Please note: Bookings are essential one (1) week before a show. Contact Judy 9459 4863

If you have booked but then cannot attend, please advise Judy 9459 4863 ASAP.

Next shows: Tuesday, 29 August 2017 Arnie Griffs “Ultimate entertainer”

Tuesday, 26 September 2017 Aurora Mackrill “Shirley Bassey Tribute”

Tuesday, 31 October 2017 Dave Allen “Dave Allen Variety”

Tuesday, 28 November 2017 Brian Muldoon “Johnny O'Keefe Tribute”

Tuesday, 19 December 2017 Sandie Dodd “Country Ladies Xmas Show”

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SCRABBLE: Convenor: Iris 9458 1860

We meet at one o’clock on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month at my

home. All are welcome. The price is 50 cents plus a small plate of afternoon tea.

Tea, coffee, milk and sugar are supplied, as are coffee mugs/cups.

August meetings are on Saturday 12th August and Saturday 26th August.

September meetings are on Saturday 9th September and Saturday 23rd September.

This small group of very friendly people welcomes new members. You will fit in

quite easily. Scrabble is easy to learn; we are eager to help and you will be pleasantly

surprised by the many words that you know already. Please ring Iris to get started.

SOLO: Convenor: June 9457 3594

We meet on the third Saturday evening of each month at the Watsonia Library

meeting room, 4 Ibbotson Street, Watsonia (Melway 20 E3). If you haven’t joined our

friendly group, come along on the third Saturday of each month; eyes down at 7.30

PM. Please ring June by the Friday night prior to the event to confirm your attendance.

We will not meet in August. Our next meeting is on Saturday 16th September.

SUNDAY ARVO CUPPA AND CHAT: Convenor: Betty 9435 6533

We meet on the first Sunday afternoon of the month at 2.00 PM. We have a lovely afternoon, talking

about anything and everything, then enjoying a welcome “cuppa” and cake. Please join us if you feel lonely

or have a free afternoon; you would be very welcome.

Sunday 6th August @ 2.00 PM at Veronica’s home.

Sunday 3rd September @ 2.00 PM at Carmel’s home,

Sunday 1st October @ 2.00 PM at Betty’s home.

Please contact me (Betty) if you wish to join us, as venues may change.

SUNDAY TRAIN TRAVEL: Convenor: Margaret K 8407 3043

We meet at 10.25 AM on the second Sunday of the month, at Rosanna Railway Station. We will be eating

indoors in the cold and chilly weather, but you may bring your own lunch. Some might buy a cup of coffee.

On some of our Sunday train travel days we may be directed onto buses from Rosanna to

Clifton hill, due to the railway crossing being developed at Rosanna station. This disruption to

the Metro rail travel for us will last for quite a while, so we will have to be patient on our day out

till the construction is completed.

Railway stations have notices to let you know in advance if train is running all the way to the city or not. I will

endeavour to look on line before our day out to see if the trains are running or supplemented by buses.

Please join our friendly group in exploring Melbourne with free Sunday train travel.

SWIMMING: Convenor: Brian 9459 2324

We swim at Latrobe University Pool each Thursday between 12 noon and 1.00 PM.

Swimming is a gentle exercise, well-suited to seniors. We are really looking forward to having

you join us; you will be very welcome. Come along and give us a try! The cost is $3.80.

Parking permit arrangements have changed, but we may be able to continue to park close to

the pool in the short term. We take our lunch and you can buy a cuppa or bring your own,

and we all enjoy a chat together after our swim, catching up on LACH news.

Intellectuals solve problems, geniuses prevent them. -Albert Einstein. .

Please contact me (Betty) for addresses

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TABLE TENNIS: Convenors: Margaret K 8407 3043 Patsy 9459 7016

We meet every Monday at the Scout Hall at 18 McNamara Street, Macleod,

about 500 metres South of Macleod Station. The hall is near Dunstan Street.

We play from 10.00 AM till 12.00 PM every Monday and the cost is still $3.00

to play for two hours. Afterwards we go to the Macleod shops for (optional)

coffee/lunch as normal.

TAI CHI: Convenors: Lorna 9401 6821 Glennys 9435 3546

Term 3 is underway and going well. It ends on 21st September, with a one week break on 28th September.

Term 4 begins on 5th October, and runs through to the Christmas breakup on 14th December.

Thank you to Sunita for keeping the key and opening up the hall each week, as well as looking

after the attendance sheet for the first group. Thank you to Jack for looking after the attendance

sheet for the middle group. We appreciate what you do to make the operation of Tai Chi a bit

easier for us.

Classes are on Thursdays, in the Senior Citizen’s Hall, 80 Hawdon Street, Heidelberg. Times are 11.30

AM for the Beginner’s Class, 12.30 PM for the Intermediate Class and 1.30 PM for the Advanced Class.

Glennys ( 9435 3546) wishes to sell an electrically operated Fisher Lane (Menningham A)

mobility (lifting) chair, which her late mother had for only 8 months. Price sought $1000 or near

offer (new price $2295). Features powered tilting seat to assist standing/sitting and powered

adjustable footrest. Specifications of this chair can be found at www.fisherlane.com.au/products.

WALKERS: Convenor: Lesley Rowell 9458 5493; Mobile 0408 991 255

We meet on the 4th Sunday of the month

@ 1:30 PM. Please come along and enjoy

afternoon tea / picnic & socialising. You can

also join in with our leisurely pre-picnic stroll

if you wish to do so. I'm looking forward to

seeing everybody; we have such a great

time. Please come along, rug up and

have fun.

Sunday 27th August 2017 @ 1.30 PM.

Ruffy Park Lake. Parking on Boulevarde, off

George Street, Doncaster. Melway 33: F10.

Sunday 24th September @ 1.30 PM.

Banyule Flats. Parking in Somerset Drive,

off Banyule Road, Viewbank. Melway 32:F2.

Life Activities Club Heidelberg 2017 Annual subscriptions become due on 1st of July

Single: $20.00 Double: $38.00 All enquiries to the Treasurer: John Lumley 9459 2740

Payment is requested within sixty (60) days of receipt of this notice. Please make cheques

payable to Life Activities Club Heidelberg Inc. and forward to: The Treasurer, LACH Inc.

P.O. Box 245, Rosanna, 3084. Please provide your name & address with your payment.

NAME: ________________________________________ Please fill in your

name and address

ADDRESS: ____________________________________..___

Look for Lesley’s

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