Advocacy Spokesperson

by | May 24, 2024 | newsletter

If you are interested in the advocacy role, here are a few ideas from John on what the role may involve. Advocacy Spokesperson: Role Description To identify suitable causes raised by our members, from which the club might benefit. To respond to invitations from...

Social Event Organiser

by | May 24, 2024 | newsletter

…… and here are ideas for the Social Event Organiser: While our activities give plenty of opportunity to interact with each other suggestions have come forth of expanding that. Not overdoing it, but say 3 or 4 events per year. Out there, or even way out there, are...

We need a new Secretary!

by | May 24, 2024 | newsletter

The club finds itself in need of a new secretary. The Role description from our constitution is below if anyone would like to volunteer their services. To keep minutes of: a) All appointments of office-bearers and members of the Committee, and b) The names of members...

2024 AGM and Christmas Party

by | May 24, 2024 | newsletter

Here’s a “Heads Up” – Save the Date! The 2024 Illawarra Ramblers Christmas party is to be held on 6th December at the Figtree Sports Club. 120 The Avenue Figtree Start – 6pm. Preceded by- The 2024 AGM to be held on 6th December an hour before the Christmas party....

A Gentle Reminder

by | May 24, 2024 | newsletter

We have had some members coming to events not as well prepared as they should be!  Leaders are entitled to refuse participation in an activity if they see that a member’s preparation is not safe for either them or the other members. Eg not bringing enough water or not...

Incident Report Photos

by | May 24, 2024 | newsletter

The Incident Report online form has now been updated to enable members to upload photos of incidents, eg where they happened, irregular surfaces etc. This will be helpful in the event a claim is made..

Members’ Profile

by | May 24, 2024 | newsletter

Ramblers enjoying adventures with the Illawarra Ramblers: an interview with Robert Lynn and Pat Robson from Oak Flats. Can you start by telling me about your involvement with The Illawarra Ramblers? We got involved with the Ramblers once we retired – we’d seen this...

Volunteer cyclists needed

by | Apr 11, 2024 | urgent-notice

Colleen, Penny and I will be part of a group of 9 ride leaders from across NSW who will be heading to Sydney for a day of training on Sunday 28 April.  The course includes a large component of hands-on assessment for which we need “extras” – riders...

Bicycle NSW Renewals

by | Apr 7, 2024 | urgent-notice

For many of us Bicycle NSW membership renewals are now becoming due.   You may have already received a reminder directly from Bicycle NSW. When renewing, remember to: use our discount code to obtain  a 15% discount.  To get this, log into the Ramblers website, go to...