Vale Alan Binns

One of the joys of rambling with the Ramblers has until recently, been enjoying the company of Alan and Maureen Binns.  Alan passed away last Sunday night. Their presence on local activities, especially paddles, but in my case more so on trips away, has added...

More on derailing the e-bike ban on trains

The pushback from angry cyclists to the State Government appears to have been so huge that the government has had to resort to another way to measure it. They have asked anyone with an opinion to complete a new survey. Click on the link here. You may have already...

Derailing the move to ban bikes on trains

Dear Fellow Cyclists, Both from outside the club, and from within, there have been calls to protest about a plan to ban e-bikes on NSW suburban and intercity trains. Advice from those experienced in writing lobbying letters is that: the more letters, then a positive...

Illawarra Ramblers Members’ Notice

Past Ramblers President John Bell (1929-2025) Prior to coming to the Ramblers in 1991, John, as described in his “abbreviated autobiography”, had led a very busy life. Early career pursuits from school age, included conjuring at kids magic show parties, then...

Celebrate National Tree Day

Dear Members: A special walk with 2 purposes, Sunday 27 July Purpose 1:  To celebrate National Tree Day Purpose 2:  To attract potential new members to enjoy a day with us. Celebrate National Tree Day with the Illawarra Ramblers – Sunday 27 July Enjoy a day out...