Watsonia 50s Plus Club Inc, BBQ 2024
Nearly 100 members came together to enjoy our Christmas BBQ on Thursday, December 19, 2024. While initially planned as an outdoor event in the park, the forecast of hot weather prompted us to move indoors to the hall for everyone’s comfort. Ross and our members organized the round tables to create a welcoming and relaxed setting.
A big thank you to Roger and John for expertly grilling the sausages and our wonderful team of ladies for preparing a delicious salad for lunch. This was followed by a refreshing dessert of ice cream and homemade fruit salad.
This event was a nice way to wrap up the year for our club.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the new year:
- Monday, January 13, 2025: Cards and carpet bowls resume
- Wednesday, January 22, 2025: Scrabble restarts
- Monday, February 3, 2025: Tai Chi returns
- Wednesday, February 5, 2025: Tai Chi for Arthritis resumes
- Thursday, February 6, 2025: Aerobics classes restart
On behalf of the committee, I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a safe New Year!
Dennis Richards
President
Heidi Museum of Modern Art, Bulleen, Tuesday 4 March 2025
Bus outing to Heidi Museum of Modern Art, Bulleen, Tuesday 4 March 2025
Heidi is a public Art Museum located on a stretch of the Yarra River in Bulleeen that has long served as a meeting point and a creative hub. Portobello Italian design - guided tour included in the price.
Lunch will be at the Manningham Hotel
Members: $70.00 Non-Members: $75.00
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Elder Street Reserve, Corner Elder Street and Delta Road, Watsonia at 9.30 am.
Returning to Elder Street Reserve at approximately 2.30 pm.
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| Payment due: | 18 February 2025
Preferably by bank transfer payment Watsonia 50 Plus Club
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| Direct Payment Details: | BSB: 633 000
Account No: 162498554 Ref: (INCLUDE YOUR NAME AND HEIDI MUSEUM OF MODERN ART)
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| Non-Members: | Please email your name and telephone number so we can contact you in an emergency to:
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| Cash Payments: | If paying by cash please place the money in an envelope and place it in the White Box in Watsonia Hall with your
The name and Heidi Museum of Modern Art written on it
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Yarra Glen Races Monday 31 March 2025
Thoroughbred Race Day
This is a great opportunity for our Club to have a social outing in a comfortable environment. Sit down to a two-course delicious luncheon with unsurpassed views of the race day action and picturesque countryside. Full payment is due three weeks in advance.
No refunds for non-attendance Members $55.00 Non-members $60.00
If we have more than 40 people attending, we will arrange a bus – this will increase the cost of the outing by $28.00 per person
Depart: Elder Street Reserve, Corner Elder Street, and Delta Road at 9.30 am. Returning to Elder Street Reserve at approximately 3.00 pm.
Payment due: 10 March 2025 Preferably by bank transfer payment to the Watsonia 50s Plus Club Inc Direct Payment Details: BSB: 633 000 Account No: 162498554 Ref: (INCLUDE YOUR NAME AND YARRA GLEN RACES) Non-Members: Please email your name and telephone number so we can contact you in an emergency to [email protected] Cash Payments: If paying by cash, please place the money in an envelope in the White Box inside Watsonia Hall with your name and Yarra Glen Races.
Bus Outing Gulf Station Yarra Glen Tuesday 6 May 2025
Gulf Station Historic Farm - is one of the oldest and most intact examples of a pioneer farm complex in Australia.
Lunch at the Dark Horse Cafe on Kangaroo Ground.
Members $65.00 Non-Members $70.00
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Elder Street Reserve, Corner Elder Street and Delta Road, Watsonia at 9.00 am.
Returning to Elder Street Reserve at approximately 2.30 pm.
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| Payment due: | 22 April 2025
Preferably by bank transfer payment Watsonia 50 Plus Club
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| Direct Payment Details: | BSB: 633 000
Account No: 162498554 Ref: (INCLUDE YOUR NAME AND Gulf Station Yarra Glen
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| Non-Members: | Please email your name and telephone number so we can contact you in an emergency to:
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| Cash Payments: | If paying by cash please place the cash in an envelope and place in the White Box in Watsonia Hall with your name and Gulf Station Yarra Glen written on it
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Crown Conservatory Tuesday 3 June 2025
The outing to the Crown Conservatory is for lunch only.
Members: $85.00 Non-Members $85.00
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Watsonia Train Station at 10 am – last carriage
We will travel into Melbourne by train, leaving Watsonia Train Station. We will then walk to the Casino for our Grand Lunch. Outing to Crown Conservatory is Lunch Only Pay on the day for your meal.
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| Non-Members: | Please email your name and telephone number so we can contact you in an emergency to:
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| Please Note: | You must advise Liz three weeks before the outing if you will attend. Please call Liz on 0402 047 665
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Tasmania Tour Sunday 23 November 2025
Tasmania Tour
7 Nights $2760 per person/$3,250 single supplement
Price includes airfares and coach transfers to and from the Airport
Departing Sunday 23rd November 2025
Returning Sunday 30th November 2025
A $300 deposit is to be paid by Thursday 6 February 2025. Please ensure your 2025 Membership is paid before this date as members will have first preference.
Non-members who share with a member will be accepted.
It would be helpful if people shared accommodation as there are a limited number of rooms available. Some people have already expressed an interest in going on the trip. Please add your name to the list in the foyer if it is not already there. If you are unable to go to the Watsonia hall please contact Mary Ann Williams before Christmas if you would also like to go on the Tasmanian trip.
| Payment online to BSB 633 000 | Account No: 162 498 554 |
Reference your Name and Tasmania Tour
Mary Ann Williams – Tour Co-ordinator
Cruise on the Yarra - Tuesday 21st May 2024 with the Watsonia 50s Plus Club Inc
Step aboard the Parks and Gardens Cruise and embark on a serene and enchanting journey through the lush river gardens that adorn the picturesque waterways of Melbourne. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature as you explore the tranquil landscapes and discover the hidden gems along the riverbanks.
Lunch will be at the Darebin RSL.
Price of trip: $65.00 Members, Non-Members $70.00
Depart at 9 am Corner Elder Street Reserve and Delta Rd, Greensborough.
Returns: to Elder Street Reserve by 4 pm.
Payment due: 11th May 2024 - 10 Days before departure, Preferably by Bank Transfer payment to the Watsonia 50s Plus Club Inc.
Direct Payment Details: BSB: 6333 000, Reference: Include your name and Yarra Cruise.
Non-Members: Please email your name and telephone number so we can contact you in an emergency to: [email protected]
Cash Payments: If paying by cash please place cash in an envelope and place it in the white box on the notice board in Watsonia Hall, 37 Lambourn Road, Watsonia, with your name and Yarra Cruise written on it.
Please note: All payments must be received 10 days before the day of the trip to enable us to plan accordingly.
(Non-members are welcome to join our outings; however, please note that members will have priority if the outing is fully booked)
Bus Outing to Werribee Mansion - Tuesday 20 August 2024
Experience the grandeur of the Werribee Mansion and explore the surrounding gardens.
Lunch will be at the Commercial Hotel.
Members $65.00 Non- Members $70.00
(Non-members are welcome to join our outings; however, please note that members will have priority if the outing is fully booked)
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9 am Corner Elder Street Reserve, Greensborough.
Returns to Elder Street Reserve at 4 pm
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| Payment due: | 10 August 2024
Preferably by bank transfer payment Watsonia 50 Plus Club
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| Direct Payment Details: | BSB: 633 000
Account No: 162498554 Ref: (INCLUDE YOUR NAME AND WERRIBEE MANSION ) |
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| Cash Payments: | If paying by cash please place the money in an envelope and put it in the White Box in Watsonia Hall, 37 Lambourn Rd, Watsonia with your Name and Werribee Mansion written on it
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Watsonia 50s Plus Club Inc - Northeast Vic "High Country Tour 2024"
Our holiday is now fully booked, and now the waiting list only.
The tour includes the Ovens-King-Kiewa & the Buckland Valleys as well as a visit to Falls Creek Alpine Village - the scenery is just breathtaking!
Departing Monday 18th November 2024
Returning Friday 22nd November 2024
$965 per person twin share
$1,205 single supplement
- 4 nights accommodation at the High-Country Motor Inn Bright. All rooms are downstairs.
- 2-course evening meals, cooked breakfast, admissions, and morning teas. Lunch is not included.
A deposit of $50 pp to be paid when you register your name and contact details for the trip.
A further deposit of $250 pp is due by Monday 23rd September 2024.
The balance will be due by Monday 21st October 2024.
Please make payment online to BSN: 633 000 Account: 162 498 554.
Reference your name and Northeast Tour. EFTPOS and cash payments can be made at the club, Watsonia Hall, 37 Lambourn Road, Watsonia.
Please place cash in an envelope in our secure white box on the notice board in the hall. Cash payments can also be deposited at any Bendigo Branch.
(Non-members are welcome to join our outings; however, please note that members will have priority if the outing is fully booked)
Bus Trip to Arthurs Seat - Tuesday 17 September 2024
Take a spectacular view of Port Phillip Bay and surrounding landscapes on a gondola ride at Arthur's Seat
Lunch will be at the Rosebud RSL
Members: $70.00 Non-Members: $75.00
Depart at 9 am at the Corner of Elder Street Reserve, Greensborough, and return to Elder Street Reserve at 4 pm.
Payment is due on 7 September 2024
Preferably by bank transfer payment to the Watsonia 50s Plus Club Inc
Direct Payment Details: BSB: 633 000
Account No: 162498554
Ref: (INCLUDE YOUR NAME AND EAGLE ARTHURS SEAT)
Non-Members: Please email your name and telephone number so we can contact you in an emergency to: [email protected]
Cash Payments: If paying by cash please place cash in an envelope in the White Box on the notice board in the Watsonia Hall, 37 Lambourn Rd, Watsonia, with your name and Eagle Arthurs Seat written on it.
(Non-members are welcome to join our outings; however, please note that members will have priority if the outing is fully booked)