by Pam Hayes | Feb 27, 2025 | newsletter
President’s Observations The summer has treated us kindly. Hardly any activities were cancelled because of heat and only a few were abbreviated. The 2025 programme is filling with a mix of favourites plus some not seen before, especially trips. These spread across...
by Pam Hayes | Feb 27, 2025 | newsletter
NSW inquiry urges e-mobility overhaul A New South Wales Legislative Council inquiry has delivered a report on e-bikes, e-scooters and other mobility devices with 34 recommendations that include changes to better control their use and increased funding for active...
by Pam Hayes | Feb 27, 2025 | newsletter
The Rambler’s walkers have been enjoying shared walks with Shoalhaven Bushwalkers. Their leaders have been very generous in inviting us to put their walks on our program. Many of these walks have been level 4 and so don’t suit everyone. This is just a reminder...
by Pam Hayes | Feb 27, 2025 | newsletter
Heather Yeatman Can you tell me about your background, history and interests – how long you’ve lived in the Illawarra, where you’ve worked, your interests? I’m not originally a Wollongong person. I come from Adelaide, but that was 36 years ago, so I’m...
by Pam Hayes | Feb 27, 2025 | newsletter
An ABC news report has highlighted that the latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics indicates more than 60 per cent of Australians over 15 have spent at least 15 minutes a week exposed to peak ultraviolet radiation from the sun. However, only about half...
by Pam Hayes | Nov 27, 2024 | newsletter
Increased member participation in diverse ways has been a feature of the last quarter. 2 new walking leaders Ursula Lischer and Mel Turner have graced the programme. The number of Accredited (for quality & insurance purposes) Ride Leaders has grown to 11. Peter...