Yarra Ranges National Seniors
A warm welcome to Yarra Ranges Branch of the NSA. (covering approximately the Yarra Ranges Council Map area of the Yarra Ranges and Yarra Valley). We are a friendly, inclusive and active Branch of over 50s with a voice to Government.
Guests and visitors are most welcome to join us at any of our - Meetings (held on the 2nd Monday of the month) at the Lillydale Lake Comunity Room, Lilydale Lake Road, Lilydale. Our Guest Speakers are interesting, informative and cover many subjects.
Also we are involved in many Activities - 'Out & About', 'Dining Out', Saturday and Wednesday Walks and a variety of Entertainment (live theatre, Musicals, films and Ballet etc).
This Branch was first formed in 2006 and has during this time supported a variety of charities to improve the welfare of the community.
Happy Birthdays and Congratulations to.
28th January – Sandra H
9th February – John W
10th February - Jean
11th February - Judy J
16th February – Sandra S
18th February – Pamela & Maria
23rd February - Patrick
Our President's Report
Hi Members,
It is daylight saving now so the Branch Meeting will be 7.00pm for a 7.30pm start. We have a lot of new members this year, welcome to you all.
The Annual Christmas Dinner at The Sanctuary House Healesville where we drew the Christmas Raffle prizes, all 19 of them!
The EOY ‘Chat’n’Chew’ Picnic at the Lake was well attended with everyone enjoying the relaxed atmosphere.
The YRNSA Branch also donated $200.00 to the Lilydale Fire Brigade to help with their summer needs in helping keep us safe I would like to thank Ann B for her contribution as Branch Treasurer for the past 8 years. Also, welcome Lynette J as the new Branch Treasurer.
Thanks to everyone for their kind thoughts while I haven’t been well
Trevor
President
General Information
MEMBERSHIP FEES
Please ensure you use the ‘Yarra Ranges NSA Application Forms’ at the end of our ‘Grapevine’ News Letter (downloadable from this Website) and then give it to the Branch Secretary(Lyn). By using our form this informs NSA that you are a member of this Branch. The Branch receives an annual payment for your Membership.
EVENT ATTENDANCE
Everyone needs to please text or email Chris with any changes they want to make after they have put their name down for an ‘Outing & About’ / ‘Dining Out’ / ‘Morning Melodies’. Also, if you put their name down for an ‘Outing & About’ / ‘Dining Out’ / ‘Morning Melodies’ please make sure you put it in your diary, so you don’t overlook or forget what you have made a commitment that day.
WELFARE INFORMATION
Please contact Steve, our Welfare Officer, if you know of anyone who is unwell, having an operation, in need of help or has passed away within the family.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
JP facilities are available at the Croydon & Lilydale Police Station on the following days and times –
Croydon Tuesdays 10.00am to 1.00pm Lilydale Thursdays 10.00am to 1.00pm
CONTRIBUTE TO OUR NEWSLETTER
Have you been travelling? Have you attended a good show? Have you read a good book? Is there something you have experienced, that you would like to share with the members of the Branch? A story? One-liners? Photos from outings? Contact Lyn.
GUEST SPEAKERS for our branch meetings
If you have a suggestion for a ‘Guest Speaker’ please let a Committee Member know.
Caladenia Trivia Night
Caladenia Trivia Night
Two tables of our members and friends supported the Caladenia Trivia Night held at the Mooroolbark Bowls Club on Friday 14 November. The fundraising helps to support the good work Caladenia does with their Day Care for Dementia people. Apart from giving the dementia people a fun day out, it gives the Carers time for themselves too.
There was a Silent Auction as well as the Trivia Quiz which was good fun. I think we came somewhere in the middle. It was a good night out with friends and some went home with Silent Auction items.
On the Trivia Night Caladenia raised $3,287.00 towards their fundraising.
NATIONAL SENIORS AUSTRALIA’S VICTORIA FORUM
CEO Chris Grice and Community Engagement Manager Karen Furnivall host a very interesting forum. Covering – Advocacy and importance of this to ensure Victorian Seniors have their voice to government. On the NSA website - Tools and Resources eg guides, calculators, financial information, travel, insurance, credit card, discount app for Eat/Play/Save.
A representative from three of our Victorian NSA Branches (Metropolitan Melbourne, Greensborough and Yarra Ranges) had a chance to talk about the benefits of belonging to a Branch, which is the social arm of NSA giving interested attendees how the Branches support friendship, inclusiveness, interests, guest speakers and activities.
After morning tea / coffee and time to chat with other people about NSA the Commonwealth Bank representatives gave a very informative presentation on protecting Yourself from Scams and Keep Scam SAFE.
After lunch members of the branches were asked to attend with Chris and Karen giving everyone an opportunity to bring us up to date on NSA developments and strategic updates, branch toolkits, support in growing branches, maximizing discounts, etc. Also, an opportunity for the members to interact and exchange ideas with everyone
Christmas Dinner & Raffle results
My goodness there was plenty of food at Sanctuary House Healesville. As older members of society we are not used to such huge helpings. There were 19 Raffle prizes this year and the lucky winners were – Ann L, Lorraine Sm, Lynne L, Pat Bu, Lorraine Sc, John K, Bev J, Les, Pat Br, Robert, Helen, Gail, CChris H, Jean P, Lois, Ross, Adrian L, Patrick, Tanisha W
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