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ALSTONVILLEALSTONVILLE
ALSTONVILLE INNER WHEEL CLUB
Meet socially 3rd Wednesday of every month. Contact President Carol Vidal 0427326832.
ALSTONVILLE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY INC.
Invites all members and interested persons to their Annual General Meeting to be held on Thursday 10 March 2022 at 6pm at the Alstonville RSL Hall in Bugden Ave. Any enquiries to 0423368535.
THE PROBUS CLUB OF WOLLONGBAR
Will be holding a general meeting on Thursday February 17 with all Covid restrictive procedures at the Alstonville Bowls & Sports Club Deegan Drive Alstonville at 10am. Members and visitors are welcome. There will not be a guest speaker. The Club committee is planning a luncheon at the Wollongbar Tavern on Thursday February 24 at 12noon. Confi rm attendance at the general meeting.
CRAWFORD HOUSE MUSEUM
The latest exhibition at Crawford House Museum is “Needlework for a Nation”. It features the work of Isabella Cooke and her extended family. The Cookes were one of the notable pioneer families on the Alstonville Plateau and this exhibition includes Isabella’s beautiful 98 years old wedding dress, which is on the Australian Dress Register. The museum is at 10 Wardell Road Alstonville and is open only on Fridays 10am-4pm until further notice. Covid restrictions apply. Enquiries 02 66281829, aphs2477@ yahoo.com.au or www.aphsmuseum.org.au
NORTHERN RIVERS PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP
Monthly Coffee Catch-up Friday 11th February 10-11.30am Summerland Farm Wardell Rd Alstonville. Join us for a cuppa and chat. We offer support and information in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. All those living with Parkinson’s Disease and those supporting them are most welcome. Please RSVP to either Cheryl 0428286753 or Helen 0400385476.
SQUARE DANCING
Summerland Larrikins Squares Alstonville, Fridays 7.30pm-9.30pm at Uniting Church Hall, 59 Main Street, Alstonville. Contact 0407663017 for further information. New dancers welcome.
BALLINA
BALLINA COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB – MUSIC DAYS
Our days are held on the 1st (First) Sunday of Each Month, but UNFORTUNATELY, WE NEED TO SUSPEND THESE DAYS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Enquiries to Keith Holmes Secretary 02 66867956.
PROBUS CLUB OF BALLINA WATERS
The Probus Club of Ballina Waters will hold its next monthly meeting on Wednesday 16th February at the Cherry Street Sports Club commencing at 10.00am. The meeting will include an interesting guest speaker. This club is a mixed club and both men and women are invited to join us for a range of interesting social functions. Further information is available from the Secretary Faye on 66866585.
BALLINA BRIDGE CLUB
Sessions for all levels of players on Mon, Wed, Sat from 1pm to about 5pm. Be seated at 12.45pm. Restricted session (under 300 Masterpoints) Thu 1pm to about 5pm Friday mornings. Help with Play – open to anyone who would like some help with their game from teachers on duty. 9am to about 11:15pm. Sessions are $5 for members and $7 for visitors. Everyone entering the club must be fully vaccinated. 13 North Creek Rd, Ballina. Please call Judy Forsyth (president) on 0407664337. www.ballinabridge.org.au
BACCI
We are a diverse group of Artists and Crafters that participate in wonderful group exhibitions. Meetings are usually on the 1st Monday of every month at the Cherry Street Sports Club. Social gathering at 5, for a 5.30 start. Next Meeting will be Monday 7th February 2022. New members are always welcome. For more information – ballinaartsandcraftscentre@gmail.com or phone Deb on 0432105540.
BALLINA SCOPE CLUB
The Scope Club of Ballina is a group of ladies who do fundraising for lots of local charities. All our money raised goes directly to the charity. Our club meets once a month and we also have action nights where guest speakers attend. Last year we did quite a few Bunnings barbeques which raised approx $3000.
BALLINA HOSPITAL AUXILIARY
The 2nd North Coast Classic Motorcycle Show and Swap will be held on Sunday 20th February at the Alstonville Showground. It is a charity event in aid of the Ballina Hospital Auxiliary, and we are catering for the show. Last year was very successful and we are all looking forward to this year. We are purchasing a new Cardiac Telemonitoring system which will be an asset to the hospital and to any patients requiring cardiac monitoring. We purchased the original system some 16 years ago so this new addition will be really up to date. The cost will be $106,000 which we have already raised, so we are now hoping that 2022 will be a good year for our future fund raising to enable us to save for the hospital’s future wish lists.
NORTHERN RIVERS NAVAL & MARINERS ASSOCIATION
This association was formed to attract veterans for companionship, wellbeing and to supply advocacy to veterans. We hold an informal gathering every Friday, 2.30pm at Ballina Angling Club (families are welcome). Contact Allan Watt for more information on 0402749582 or email jakknco@bigpond.net.au
BALLINA EVENING VIEW CLUB
Meets on the second Wednesday of each month at the Ballina RSL Club at 6.30 for dinner at 7.00pm - Guests are always welcome. Our members support the education of disadvantaged children in Australia by fundraising activities and social events in our local community for The Smith Family - by sponsoring 5 Learning for Life students. Contact President Julie Stephan 0434988770.
BALLINA TOY LIBRARY
Welcomes families from Ballina Shire, 9 Regatta Avenue, Ballina. Open Saturday 10am-1pm by appointment only on Tues & Wed. Phone 0411719074.
BALLINA MAHJONG
Results from 4th February 2022 - Bev Lasater 1, Shirley Atkinson 2, Lorna Simpson 3, Joy Lowien 4, Pauline Bolte 5, Jan Small 6, Diana Auret 7, Janene Jarvis 8, Wendy Thornton 9, Carol Mayer, Ronda Taylor 10, Corol Lavelle 12, June Greenaway, Gail McDonagh 13, Kathy Pickles 15, Pam Farrell 16, Margaret Bryant. Sally Lowry 17, Shirley Henry 19, June Grebert, Jeanette Henwood, Valda McLerie 20, Gladys D’Anna 23, Jan Henley, Jenny Lang 24, Jan Boardman 26, Jan Rhodes, Kath Hubbard 27, Shirley Coleman 29, Val Heinritz 30. Mahjong is played on Friday at 12:30pm at the Ballina Bridge Club North Creek Road. Enquiries for new players phone Vanessa on 66874181.
BALLINA CWA
Ballina CWA Handicraft and Friendship mornings have recommenced Wednesdays from 9am in our rooms on River Street, wearing a face mask is mandatory. Please ring our Handicraft offi cer Barb 0428116668 for more information. Mahjong is continuing to be played from 12.15pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays, for more information please ring David 0435323079. This year CWA of NSW is 100 years old. This tea towel, being held by Ballina member Robyn Stewart, historically depicts branches in our Far North Coast area since 1922 and is being sold as a fund raiser for our Branches and Group. They are $15 each and can be purchased in our CWA rooms on a Wednesday morning or by ringing Barb.
BRUNSWICK HEADS
BRUNSWICK VALLEY VIEW CLUB
Is starting 2022 with the annual general meeting and a luncheon on February 10 at Brunswick Heads Bowling Club. The VIEW Club supports seven disadvantaged students in The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program. Locally, VIEW members have made hundreds of library bags for school students so every child starting school in the Brunswick Valley has their own library bag from the fi rst day at school. Brunswick Valley VIEW Club has a monthly luncheon on the second Thursday of each month, with a guest speaker. A friendship morning is often held on the third Thursday of the month. VIEW stands for Voice, Interests and Education of Women. Lasting friendships are made while the work of The Smith Family is supported. Anyone interested in becoming a member can call President Margaret Alderton on 0429966894 or visit www.view.org.au for further information.
CASINO
CASINO RICHMOND RIVER| COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB
Our fi rst “SING ALONG” will be held on 20th February 2022 upstairs at the Casino RSM Club starting at 10am. The AGM will be held fi rst with music to follow. Free entry, all “singers” and public welcome. Memberships are due for 2022. Come along and enjoy a great day of entertainment. For more information phone Gloria 66622625 or 0412910884.
CASINO EVENING CWA
Happy New Year to all our readers. Casino Evening CWA commence 2022 on Thursday 3 February at 6pm, Uniting Church Hall. Members are reminded to bring some cooking for judging, new members can be our offi cial tasters. Ladies of all ages are most welcome to come along, meet new people, make new friends.
CASINO CWA BRANCH NEWS
Next meeting will be held on Thursday 17th February at 9.00 am at the Casino Presbyterian Church Hall. Join us for a Cuppa fi rst and we are welcoming current and new members. We are planning an International Day. Make and bring a Sultana Cake for Rita to judge and something homemade (Denise - Cultural) For more info. Phone Jan 66626424 or Marg. 66621746.
CASINO MEALS ON WHEELS
Week 5 Mon: S Forrester, J Whittaker & family Tue: D Coleman, K Rowse, K Evans Wed: J Cornell, P Muntelwit, G Mannix Thu: h Moffi tt, J Hanna Fri: M Anderson, Richmond Valley Council Staff – Volunteers needed.
BALLINA
Sunday 20th February 2022
Charity Event for Ballina Hospital Auxiliary
Show undercover at Alstonville Showground (camping available ph 0427771512) Show:- 8am – 2pm. Exhibitors - $5 Spectator Entry – Gold Coin All marques -Veterans to Classics (more than 30 years old) Motorcycle Only Swap Meet
Swap: 7am - 1pm. Vendors - $10 Supported by Alstonville Show Society & Shannons Insurance
BRUNSWICK HEADS CASINO
CASINO & BONALBO UPPER CLARENCE LIONS CLUBS
Casino Lions club now meets each 4th Wed at the RSM.
CASINO AIR RIFLE CLUB DISCIPLINE
Saturdays - Rifl es, Ammunition & Targets supplied, shooting starts 8am until 12noon. Call Ollie on 0414622272.
CASINO & DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY GROUP
Advise we have a new phone number which is 66641118 and email casinofhg@gmail.com
LINE DANCING CLASSES
Beginners are welcome – Casino, every week Weds 4.30pm. All interested phone Lorraine 0418264489.
CASINO LADIES AND FRIEND CRAFT GROUP
Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month. Bring your own morning tea and wear a mask. Names to be in by Lunch time Monday. Phone Vivian on 66621838 or Jan on 66626424.
CASINO MIXED PROBUS CLUB
Meeting 4th Thursday of the month. For more information call the secretary on 0419886119. New Members most welcome. Call Fran on 0419 886 119 for more information.
THE CASINO & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM
Sun, Mon, Wed and Fri 10am to 2pm. Email casinohistorymuseum@outlook.com for further information. Check us out on Facebook.
CASINO EVENING CWA. Meets fi rst Thursday of the month. Casino Uniting Church at 6pm and for further information please ring Alison 0400956404 or Penny 0422301799.
EVANS HEAD
EVANS RIVER RSL DAY CLUB
The Evans River RSL Day Club meets each Monday in the Remembrance Room at Club Evans RSL Evans Head from 10am until 2pm Cost $10 includes Morning Tea and Lunch. We have several vacancies for volunteers and members, anyone who is feeling in need of some company are welcome to attend. Come along and join in the fun. Contact Merilyn on 0401493316 for more details
EVANS HEAD
Senior Citizens will resume activities. Bus trip to Bellingen: Friday, 25 February; AGM: Tuesday, 8 March, with general meeting. 2022 fees, still $10, due by AGM. New members, over age 50, will be welcome. Information available from Publicity Officer, Sandra Connelly, 66427720. Covid 19 rules will continue to apply.
THE LONG WAY HOME - 2022 WRITING COMPETITION IS NOW OPEN
This year, the local Clarence Valley writing competition will turn five. The Long Way Home competition is developing into one of the defining events on the Clarence Valley calendar. This year the theme is: Let go. After two years of COVID, and the fires and floods that came before that, we think ‘Let go’ is a good theme for right now. It could mean let go of an object, like a rope, a safety net, a balloon, a leash, the handlebars, an oar, a waterbomb or a plate full of cakes. It could also mean letting go of your fears, hopes, regrets, bad decisions, or bad habits. It could mean letting go of the past. You can interpret the theme any way you like. ‘The Long Way Home is about our stories and who we are. It’s about what makes this place so special and unique,’ said the winner of last year’s open category, Kathryn Goldie. Everyone from schoolkids to adults is invited to send something in. The competition is open to new, emerging and established writers. This may be the first time you have ever written something. Let the theme inspire you and start putting down some words! We asked Claire Aman, one of the Long Way Home directors, what she expected to read in the fifth year. ‘After four years of collecting stories from across every part of the Clarence Valley, I can say the local writers just get better and better! Have you read the winners from the latest book? They’re amazing,’ said Aman. ‘So, this year, I want to see how creative our local writers are with the theme. I expect to be surprised, shocked, moved – and to laugh lots.’ The collection of finalists and winners is published every year in a beautifully designed and printed book. ‘Stories From the Clarence Valley 2021 - Look Up’, is available online. It’s also for sale at Grafton Book Warehouse, South Grafton Books and Gifts, Coldstream Gallery, and The Nook in Yamba. Entries close 1 June 2022. Contact us cvshortstories@gmail.com - Details on how to enter are at https://thelongwayhomestories.com/
GRAFTON VIEW CLUB
Grafton VIEW Club meets on the 4th Tuesday each month at Grafton District Services Club, Mary Street, commencing at 10.30am. Please come along, enjoy yourself with a tasty meal, a motivated guest speaker & ultimately disadvantaged children will be helped. Please phone Vorna at 66424719 for catering purposes no later than the Friday before the meeting. As well, a social outing is held each month. You are warmly invited to come along to the next meeting to have some fun & help disadvantaged children. See you there!
GRAFTON AND DISTRICT GARDEN CLUB INC
Meets on the third Monday of each month. Next meeting will be Monday 21st February 2022. At the Masonic Hall - 104 Bacon St Grafton Starts 3.30pm and this month we have guest speakers at 4.30pm from Clarence Landcare on the topics of Indian Myna Birds and Cane toads. New members welcome. For more info - graftondistrictgardenclub@gmail.com
GRAFTON U3A
With all of the upsets and restrictions that have been imposed on us because of the Covid Pandemic we are now able to inform our membership that we can all meet again for a Jabberfest. All being well we will meet on Monday the 14th February at the New Life Church for our first Jabberfest for 2022. The meeting will commence at 10am with a comprehensive overview of what this year will bring, and a Heads and Tails quiz for you all to show what you know about Valentine’s Day 14/2. The second section of the meeting will be a presentation from Nick Reeve on “An approaching Imperative “ on Climate Change. Looking forward to seeing you all at the New Life Church in Arthur Street.
GRAFTON’S MIGHTY CLARENCE TOASTMASTERS CLUB
Perhaps it’s time to find out what it’s all about! If you would like to improve your communication and leadership skills. Make new friends and have fun, you are warmly invited to attend the Mighty Clarence Toastmasters Club. We meet on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday evening of each month. You may attend either from the comfort of your own home via zoom or join us in person at the Joan Muir Community Centre: 194 Turf Street, Grafton. For more information please contact: Vice President on email Jan Coleman janetlcoleman@gmail.com or Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/graftontoastmasters
KYOGLE
KYOGLE COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION
Will be holding their AGM and monthly music day on Sunday 13th February at Kyogle Bowling Club. AGM and election of officers will be from 11am with music to follow, all welcome. All drinks and lunch available at club on the day. $2 donation at the door appreciated. As per NSW Health guidelines all attendees must observe current Covid regulations.
KYOGLE
KYOGLE SUNSHINE CLUB
Meets every Thursday at 9.30am. For more details contact 0499824274.
RICHMOND RIVER BEEF PRODUCER’S ASSOCIATION
Meet on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Kyogle Showgrounds in the luncheon room at 7pm. For more details Phone Jan on 0427293455.
LIONS CLUB OF KYOGLE
Meeting is held on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday each month at the Kyogle Lion’s shed from 6.30–7.00pm For more information contact Neville Moon on 66322233.
LENNOX HEAD
LENNOX HEAD LIONS CLUB
New members welcome to join our close-knit club where the emphasis is on community service in a fun environment. Meetings are on the first and Third Wednesday of each month at Club Lennox starting at 6.30pm. Members do what they can, when they can to facilitate the needs of our club.
LENNOX HEAD DAY VIEW CLUB
The Lennox Head Day VIEW Club meets on the first Monday of each month at the Lennox Head Community Centre. with the meeting starting at 11:00am and includes an interesting speaker and concludes with a light lunch. An informal Coffee and Chat meeting is held on the third Monday of the month. The Club sponsors three students through The Smith Family Learning for Life scholarship program that provides educational items for disadvantaged Australian children. New members and guests are most warmly welcomed, and enquiries may be made to Enid 047187511 or Dawn 0466717435.
LENNOX HEAD EVENING VIEW CLUB
Meets on the second Tuesday of each month upstairs at the Lennox Hotel at 6.30pm for dinner at 7.00pm. Guests are welcome. “VIEW members support the education of disadvantaged Australian children by raising much needed funds for The Smith Family. Through fundraising activities and social events in local communities, members raise money that goes directly to The Smith Family’s learning and mentoring programs for disadvantaged students.” Lennox Head Evening VIEW Club currently sponsors two Learning for Life students. Contact Sue Brennan 0409728814.
LENNOX HEAD CWA
Handy Craft Mornings on Mondays 9.30am12noon in the community centre at Lennox Head, Call Jan on 66816150.
PROBUS CLUB OF LENNOX HEAD
Meets 9.30 for 10.00 at Club Lennox, 10 Stewart Street, on the first Thursday of each month. Visitors are welcome, also retired or semi-retired people wishing to join our non-service club to hear interesting guest speakers and to join in trips and outings are invited along. Phone Jan 66876859.
LISMORE
LISMORE GARDEN CLUB
Meeting Thursday 10th Feb 1pm. Lismore Workers Club. Special for Feb Cacti or Succulent. Info contact Sec Dawn 0448294496 or Dcoles39@outlook.com
LENNOX HEAD
LISMORE
Thursdays 6pm. All interested phone Lorraine 0418264489.
RE-UNION OF EX CAROONA STAFF
Re-union of past & present Caroona staff – all areas. Fri 11th Feb 12-12.30 Lismore Workers Sports Club, Oliver Ave, Goonellabah. Enquiries Jane 66290211
LISMORE ORCHID SOCIETY INC.
Meets 3rd Wed of each month at Lismore Library 2-4pm, downstairs meeting room. Learn how best to grow all varieties of orchids. Bev 0400326289 or Christine 0427181204
CWA LISMORE WANT ‘YOU’ in 2022!
The Lismore Day Branch of the CWA meet at 9.30 for 10am on the 1st Thursday of each month at the history rich CWA rooms in Spinks Park, Lismore. We WANT “YOU” TO JOIN US for the opportunity be involved with new and friendly wonderful women, fun, and the chance to contribute to fundraising for worthwhile Community causes. Please come along to see for yourself what a difference being a Member of CWA could mean to you and your life. For more information contact our President Alison Kelly on 0428216079. We also work alongside the CWA Evening Branch to run craft & learning craft days on Tuesdays - we so look forward to meeting you.
LISMORE EMBROIDERERS GROUP
Meetings are 9.30am-2.30pm 1st and 3rd Wednesdays and 3rd Saturday of each month, Red Dove Centre, Keen Street, Lismore. We welcome embroiderers of all ability levels to meet, share and learn. For more information see our facebook page ‘Lismore Group – Embroiderers’ Guild NSW’, or simply turn up.
LISMORE HIGH SCHOOL’S CENTENARY DINNER
is to take place on Saturday 5th March 2022 at Lismore Workers Club, commencing at 6pm. Tickets are available, cost $60, and can be purchased from the Workers Club, by phone 66217401, online lismoreworkers.com.au or in person. These must be purchased before Monday 21 February 2022. For further information, phone 0414734313.
LISMORE DAY BRANCH CWA
We meet at the CWA Rooms in Spinks Park on the first Thurs of each month. Come along for friendship, support, fun, and together working out ways we can fundraise for worthwhile causes. New members are most welcome. Interested in joining us? Please call our President Alison on 0428216079.
LISMORE REGIONAL PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP
will meet on Friday, 18th February, at Lismore Workers’ Club, Keen St, Lismore at 10 am. Our special guests will be world-renown videographers, Steve Axford and Catherine Marciniak, who will introduce us to a part of their world, the lives of fungi, via their beautiful time-lapse videos. This will be followed by a “Coffee Catch-up” in Reflections Cafe. All members of the Parkinson’s Community, carers, family and friends are most welcome to join us. “
THE GOONELLABAH PROBUS CLUB
Will resume its meetings for 2022 on Thursday 17th Feb at 10am. At the Goonellabah Sports Club in Oliver Ave Goonellabah. On Thursday the 24th Feb we will be having a social dinner at Jack and Joy Pipers home at Wyrallah this will begin at 4pm. For further information please contact Gloria Francis on 66291442.
LISMORE CITY BOWLS CLUB
With Covid 19 now coming to conclusion and the club’s new season beginning, Members are reminded that our fees this year are $45pa. Social $11pa. We ask anyone interested in playing or learning to play to come along and join us. For details see our website under Lismore city Bowls Club or phone: 66215991.
LISMORE BASE HOSPITAL AUXILIARY
Our Meetings will recommence on 10th February 2022 at 2pm at the Lismore Heights Bowling Club. Our Auxiliary is looking for new Members to come along and join a fun group raising money to buy special equipment for Lismore Base Hospital’s Wish List. We have just passed for purchase, BMI Scales, NIKKI T Pumps x 5 for Cancer Ward, Chlorometer x 2 for Renal Unit A, Three Draw Trolley, Tactile Aprons.
Mondays, 6.15-7.45pm at Southern Cross University. If you can play a concert band instrument: brass, woodwind, or percussion, please come and join us! All ages welcome. We have some instruments available for loan. For more information, phone 0432 575 911/ visit: www.lismorecityconcertband.org.au and our facebook and instagram pages.
MAINLY MUSIC
Fun, interactive music sessions for young children [birth to school age] and their parents/ caregivers in a relaxed setting on Tuesdays starting at 9:30 am during School Terms. Children will be introduced to music, creativity and more. They will develop gross and fine motor skills, as well as socialise with others in a loving, shared family environment. Morning tea with snacks included. mainly music at Lismore Anglican Parish Centre, 10 Zadoc Street, LISMORE. T: 02 6621 3200
PROBUS CLUB OF LISMORE HEIGHTS
Our mixed group meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at the Lismore heights Bowling Club in High St. Our brief meeting is followed by morning tea and a guest speaker. Senior’s lunch for $15 at noon is optional. Guests and visitors are welcome. Ring/text Pam on 0418766247 for details of our other monthly social gatherings and outings.
SPRUNG
Sprung!! is a registered charity and a not-forprofit community organisation that offers Dance, Theatre & Movement workshops and training to people with disabilities. We are currently looking for volunteers to assist our organisation in several ways including supporting our Tutors and Disability Support Workers; transcribing; catering; professional skills; technical support and backstage support. Our workshops and performances run in Lismore, Mullumbimby, Tintenbar and Lennox Head expanding to Ballina and the Tweed. Any interested volunteers can reach us here and for general information please contact us on info@sprung.org.au
EMBROIDERERS GROUP
Meetings are 9.30am-2.30pm 1st and 3rd Wednesdays and 3rd Saturday of each month at the Red Dove Centre, Keen Street, Lismore. We welcome embroiderers of all styles and ability levels to meet, share and learn. For more information see our Facebook page ‘Lismore Group – Embroiderers Guild NSW’, phone 0423337872 or simply turn up.
THE ROTARY CLUB OF SUMMERLAND SUNRISE
We meet every Friday at 7.05am for a Breakfast meeting at Coffee Shots, Molesworth St, Lismore. Interested in contributing to community? Local and international? Join us at Coffee Shots please. Phone 0435990919 for more details.
LISMORE TARGET RIFLE CLUB
For .22 calibre rifles, meets Wed nights from 6.30 pm & the 1st & 3rd Sat of each month from 12 noon. Air Rifle shooting for .22 & 177 air rifles will also be available at the Saturday shoots. For more information, please phone Derek on 66282082 (AH).
LADIES INDOOR BOWLS
Will commence at a later date due to the Covid 19 on 14 Feb – new players welcome. Played at Lismore Workers Mon mornings 9am, New members welcome. Info Rosemary 0434611520 or Veronica 0417004622.
NR U3A LISMORE INC. (UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE)
Retired? Make new friends, gain knowledge, laugh and learn, enjoy a richer retirement. U3A offers over 30 classes and activities each week. One yearly fee of $50 entitles you to attend all classes/activities of your choice. Interested? Check out our webpage http://www.u3anriv.org. au for course list, times and venues or contact 66227408 Follow us on Facebook.
COMBINED PENSIONERS & SUPERANNUANTS ASSOC. LISMORE INC.
Meet every 2nd week (aged pension day) at 10.00am at Lismore Workers Club. Alternate Meetings & Outings. Visitors and new members welcome. Contact Veronica 66214654, Bea 66219772 or Colleen 66243624. 9.00am-12noon; Monday and Wednesday nights social playing: 7.00-9.00pm; Training Monday mornings: 9.00am-12noon; Junior coaching after school Wednesday 3.30pm-4.45pm, $6.00 a session. Everybody is welcome – all levels. Phone centre on 66251602. Mon-Thurs 9.00am1.00pm or visit website www.fnctabletennis. com.au
LISMORE GIRL GUIDES
Lismore Girl Guides meet every Tuesday during school terms from 5.30 to 7.30pm at our hall, Magellan Street Lismore. Any girl aged from 7 to 17 is most welcome to attend for two nights free, but please make contact first. Any adult female aged 18 and over interested in becoming a volunteer with youth, are encouraged to contact Leonie on mobile number 0412866766, for further details. Our hall is also available to hire.
SUMMERLAND AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
Meetings of the club are normally held on the second Sunday of each month at the clubrooms: 412 Richmond Hill Road, Richmond Hill at 1.00pm. Visitors are welcome. The clubrooms are usually open on Sunday afternoons from about 1pm onwards. We are primarily amateur radio enthusiasts and welcome persons interested in radio, electronics, astronomy and similar subjects. For more details about the club and its activities see the club’s website: https://sarc.org. au/ or check us out on
ROTARY CLUB OF LISMORE NETWORKING
Want to be part of an innovative, interesting and inclusive networking group who meet fortnightly to share ideas, meet other professionals and work together to make a difference in your community? Then Rotary Club of Lismore Networking could be the answer for you! Meets fortnightly on Wednesdays at the Rous Hotel, Keen Street, Lismore at 5.30pm. For more information contact Rita on 0413300578 or Gae 0412742095.
ROTARY CLUB OF LISMORE WEST INC
Is in its 60th year and meets at the East Lismore Bowling Club each Thursday at 6.00pm. New members would be made most welcome. Further information available on 0428151934.
RED CROSS LISMORE BRANCH
Meets the 3rd Monday of the month at 2.00pm in the Red Cross Tea Rooms in Keen Street Lismore. As well as fundraising we are also an active social group and welcome new members. New volunteers are also required to assist in our popular Tea Rooms. If you can commit to 1 or more days a month, please contact Lynn 66217642 or Rhonda 66241950.
EMBROIDERS GROUP
Meetings are 9.30am-2.30pm 1st and 3rd Wednesdays and 3rd Saturday of each month, Red Dove Centre, Keen Street, Lismore. We welcome embroiderers of all ability levels from all towns and districts in the Northern Rivers.
MACLEAN
MACLEAN VIEW CLUB
Monthly meetings again, after months of lock down. It will start as usual 3rd Thursdays of each month at 11am. Contact Ruth Toyer on 0409844212 by Mondays, no later than 7pm. Numbers are required for catering purposes
MULLUMBIMBY
MULLUMBIMBY BRANCH OF CWA
Is holding its’ “Branch Land Cookery Competition” on Saturday 19th February 2022 at the CWA Rooms Cnr Gordon & Tincogan Streets Mullumbimby. All residents of New South Wales (NSW) are welcome to enter. There are three age categories - 10 years and upwards, 14 years and upwards and 18 years and upwards. For Recipes and Rules 2022 see the CWA of NSW web site. Entrants should have items at the CWA Rooms by 9:30 AM for a 10:00 AM judging. For further enquiries phone Sue 66841675.
MURWILLUMBAH
MURWILLUMBAH COMMUNITY GARDEN
Members and visitors are invited to join the group for activities and gardening tips most Sundays. Time 3-5pm (NSW time, street parking, BYO, covered footwear, comfy clothing, hat and water. Children ok with strict supervision. Covid plan operating. Enquires: murbahcommunitygardens@ gmail.com - follow us on Facebook #MurwillumbahCommunityGarden
COMMUNITY PRINTMAKERS MURWILLUMBAH
Fine art printmakers. Meet at studio space 224 Stokers Rd, Stokers Siding. Prints, gallery, workshops and more! E: cpmmurwillumbah@ hotmail.com - T: Peter 0498399640 or Sue 0408493253. Find us on Facebook & Instagram.
POTTSVILLE
POTTSVILLE LADIES LIFEBALL
Every Thursday morning 9.30am to 11.30am. Pottsville Community Hall, $5 per session includes morning tea. No joining fees. For enquiries please call Jan 0431909760.
POTTSVILLE FUN CROQUET CLUB
Meets at Black Rocks Sports Fields on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8.30am. New members are welcome to come and join us for a hit and a bit of fun. For any further enquires please call Jean on 0431606375. We will have a new starting time at the end of daylight saving. We play at Black Rocks Sports Field. New members are welcome. For further enquires please ring Jean on 0431606375.
PROBUS CLUB OF HASTINGS POINT
The Probus Club of Hastings Point Tweed Coast meets at 10am on 3rd Tuesday each month, in the residents’ lounge at Hastings Point TriCare. Retirees and seniors are welcome to join this happy social group. Phone the Probus president 0409872773 for additional information.
TWEED HEADS
TWEED HOSPITAL AUXILIARY LAUNCHES ANOTHER JUMBLE SALE
The local branch of The Tweed Hospital’s United Hospital Auxiliaries will be holding another Jumble Sale on Saturday February 19 at Tweed Heads South Community Centre. It is a morning-only event from 9.00am until 12noon. Everything will be on sale for around $2 per item or group. Visitors may be able to negotiate with the volunteer sellers. Workers will be setting up early in the morning and although the organisers understand that some folks want to get in before the opening time, it will not be possible if all stalls are not ready. So the public is asked to be patient. The COVID restrictions mean that we cannot sell anything from the kitchen, so people will have to bring their own refreshments. The morning offers the community a great chance to find out about the specifics of how the UHA works. In short, it raises money for The Tweed Hospital to purchase much needed equipment for various wards. Visitors simply should ask a Red Shirt volunteer about the organisation. The Tweed branch wants to stress the importance of its work. The simple explanation is that many Tweed residents have, do or will need the services of our Hospital and if the UHA’s contribution to the community saves lives then it has achieved its purpose. So, the Tweed branch of the UHA looks forward to seeing Tweed residents support this event.
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TWIN TOWNS DAY VIEW CLUB
Is on the lookout for new members who want to give back to their community after a difficult two years,and make new connections with women in the area. VIEW, which stands for Voice, Interests and Education of Women, is a network of close to 300 clubs and over 14,000 women throughout Australia. It provides a place for women to connect in the community, enjoy social activities, and develop lasting friendships – all while supporting the work of children’s education charity, The Smith Family. Twin Towns Day VIEW Club President Kathie said this year is the perfect time to join VIEW. “The last two years have been so disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many of us have missed out on seeing friends and family, and our club has been like a second family for us during these times. I’ve heard so many beautiful stories of women checking in on each other, even sending gift packs to those in isolation.” “Many people have also moved away from the city to the country and coming to a new place can be isolating – especially given the current circumstances. For those who are new to the area, VIEW provides the perfect place to meet like-minded women, while doing something that makes a difference,” she said. VIEW is the largest community sponsor of students on The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program and has supported children and young people in need for over 60 years. The Smith Family is also celebrating its 100th birthday this year, with VIEW planning plenty of events to bring together women from across Australia. “The Smith Family has been creating better futures for young people for a century, and we are so excited to be a part of that celebration. We will be holding our convention in Adelaide later in the year and also local parties she said. “We are also proud to contribute to the ongoing legacy of The Smith Family. Our club supports the education of seven students through the Learning for Life program, and each year we ensure that they have what they need for their education, by fundraising with support of the local community. In addition to their ongoing support of The Smith Family TWIN TOWNS DAY VIEW Club hosts social events, including Fashion Parades, theatre parties and home social days and visiting local restaurants. “We are always looking for women of all backgrounds and ages to join us and look forward to welcoming new faces at our next monthly meeting,” Anyone interested in becoming a member can call Freda on 07 55 241 357 or visit www.view.org.au for further information. The next Twin Towns Day VIEW Club meeting will take place (complying with Covid restrictions) on the first Thursday of the month at South Tweed Sports Club, Minjungal Drive, South Tweed Heads. Create connections and make a difference by joining VIEW
TWIN TOWNS & DISTRICT GARDEN CLUB
Will meet on 14th February 2022. Venue: Tweed Heads Arts & Cultural Centre, (next to library) Brett Street, Tweed Heads. Doors open 8.30am. Guest Speakers - January, Colleen Mills, Subject: ‘Plants’ February, Marilyn, Subject: ‘Worms and worm farms’ Entry fee $5. New members welcome $10 to join includes badge and diary. Raffles, lucky Bencher, Door prize. Don’t forget your mug to have a cuppa with friends, bring your own morning tea. There will be Benching so get your entries ready to bench. There will be trading and cuttings tables. Gwen Barnes 0468872199.
TWIN TOWNS DAY VIEW CLUB
The Twin Towns Day VIEW Club meets on the first Thursday of every month at the South Tweed Sports Club for a luncheon and guest speaker. The club supports The Smith Family with its task of educating children in the Learning for Life scheme and are very proud to say our students have become in the top echelon of their chosen careers. Currently the club supports seven Learning for Life students selected for us Australia wide. Freda on 07 55241357 or President Kathie on 0407709629.
YAMBA
YAMBA DAY VIEW CLUB
Yamba Day View Club’s monthly luncheons are held at Yamba Bowling Club on 3rd Monday of month, starting 10am for 10.30am. Acceptance and apologies to President Lyn 66463164 by Friday prior to luncheon for catering purposes. We hold a monthly social outing either for lunch or morning tea and visitors are always welcome.
YAMBA LIONS CLUB
Yamba Lions Club’s meetings are held 2nd & 4th Thursdays of month at Yamba Bowling Club, commencing at 7pm for 7.30pm. For further information, please contact the Secretary Peter 0417546097.
ALL NORTHERN RIVERS
NRCF WOMEN’S GIVING CIRCLE
The Northern Rivers Community Foundation (NRFC) is inviting Northern Rivers women to play an active role in empowering vulnerable women and girls in our region. The newly formed NRFC’s Women’s Giving Circle brings Northern Rivers women together to achieve equality and human rights for women and girls in our region and enable them to realise their full potential. Visit the Women’s Giving Circle nrcf.org.au/womens-giving-circle/ on the NRFC website for more information and to join the Women’s Giving Circle.
