We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our esteemed club member Melva Carmichael on Sunday, 25 May 2025. A founding member of our club, Melva will now be reunited with her dear Ron. Her absence leaves a void
Vale Melva Carmichael
Vale Trevor Smith
We were saddened to hear of the recent passing of our esteemed club member Trevor Smith. Our heartfelt thoughts go out to his wife Jan and family during this time of sorrow. We share in their grief and extend our
Bright Trip 2025
Bright Chalet – home away from home for members for the next week.
2024 Christmas Party – Witchmount Estate
Monday 16 December, the date of the Probus Taylors Lakes Christmas Party finally arrived. Members were thrilled that the forecast for the day was going to be a balmy 43 degrees. Thankfully our venue at Witchmount Estate was perfectly air-conditioned
Bendigo Tulip Festival: A Spring Celebration Recap
It’s been a while since we last posted an activity. Members had a great celebration of spring during their trip to the Bendigo Tulip Festival on Thursday 26 September. Tour guide Ron acted quickly, and members enjoyed morning tea at
July monthly lunch – Arundel Farm Estate
On what was a freezing day, Thursday 4 July, members were warmly welcomed for lunch at Arundel Farm Estate, Arundel Road, Keilor. A small but tasty set menu, the risotto with prawns and fennel was a particular hit. Following the
Fyansford Paper Mill
The Fyansford Paper Mill, on the edge of the Barwon River just outside of Geelong, was constructed between 1876 to 1878 using local bluestone and brick, and comprises the original mill buildings, manager’s house, six workers’ cottages, a bluestone water
Forest Glade Gardens and Stokes Collection
With the weather forecasting possible rain, over 20 members braved what is usually a chilly Macedon for a visit to the Forest Glade Gardens and Stokes Collection. The collection represents the life-long passion of Cyril Stokes and due to his
Marysville
Members are currently enjoying day one of a 3-night stay at the Marysville Holiday Park. Today a visit to the Steavenson Falls waterfall was a great start to the trip away. Marysville is showing its beautiful autumn colours.
Gulf Station & Chocolaterie Yarra Glen
On Thursday 11 April 11 members took the guided tour of Gulf Station, one of the oldest and most intact examples of a pioneer complex in Australia. The guides on the day gave a history of the station and founding