Autumn Newsletter: Volume 33 – No. 1

President’s Report There is a lot going on, even if much of it is behind the scenes. Post AGM, our cyclists welcomed the affiliation between our club and cycling’s equivalent to Bushwalking NSW, known as Bicycle NSW.  Bicycle NSW has very comprehensive insurance...

FIRST AID COURSES

The Illawarra Ramblers is offering its members a 50% subsidy to attend a first aid course.  You can choose a St John’s First Aid Course as listed below, or a first aid course by an accredited provider of your choice. Feel free to organise your own group, or attend on...

Useful Links, Safety and Members Responsibilities

The “Useful Links” page can be accessed on our web page, just click on Activities to find the link. It has been updated to include a website link to Bicycle NSW. There is already a link for Bushwalking NSW. Safety and Members’ Responsibilities The Activities...

Speaking of our beautiful country….What a Walk!

The walk on the 3 February this year was amazing. Led by Greg and Andy, it was a combined Ramblers/Shoalhaven activity. Walking down the first creek meant some bush bashing and rock hopping past 2 beautiful waterfalls, one of which had practically carved out steps and...

Volunteers Wanted

We received this email from Cycling without Age who are looking for volunteers. Hi Ramblers, Could you pass this on to your members, as some of your bike riders have been interested in our charity and we are seeking volunteers who can ride and support our aged and...

Meet the Member

Penny Howes, Illawarra Ramblers committee member, past President, keen cyclist, paddler and  occasional walker.  Interview conducted by Julie McDonald, Publicity Officer Can you tell me a bit about your background and interests? I was born and educated in South...