by Penny Howes | Feb 21, 2016 | newsletter
Thinking of leading an activity? Unsure of how to go about it? Then this is for you! While there has been a steady increase in member numbers, there has been no corresponding increase in the number of new leaders, and therefore the committee would like to appeal for...
by Penny Howes | Feb 21, 2016 | newsletter
The Wollonging City Council has issued a Share the Track educational flyer as part of a regional approach to promote the safe use of shared paths for both pedestrians and cyclists within the Illawarra. It is a joint initiative between Shellharbour City Council,...
by Penny Howes | Dec 22, 2015 | newsletter
2016 Memberships are due on 31 December. You can pay online using your credit or debit card – go to the Shop, and select your membership option. Alternatively you can download the Membership Application Form from the Forms page, print it out and fill in the details,...
by Penny Howes | Dec 22, 2015 | newsletter
The Illawarra Ramblers Club Home Page has been changed to better accommodate different sized computer screens. Some of the menu options have been grouped: Under Activities you will now find Grading & Guidelines as well as the Activities Program. Under About,...
by Penny Howes | Dec 22, 2015 | newsletter
During the warmer months, ticks are more prevalent. The University of Sydney has some good information which may be of interest to Ramblers Club members especially bush walkers. See http://medent.usyd.edu.au/fact/ticks.htm
by Penny Howes | Dec 22, 2015 | newsletter
NEW LEGISLATION: The NSW Government is bringing in new legislation which will affect all cyclists. Under the cycling package, announced by Roads Minister Duncan Gay this week, adult cyclists will be required to carry photo identification and will face far heftier...
by Penny Howes | Dec 22, 2015 | newsletter
It’s been a busy and eventful year culminating in a number of group parties as well as the Ramblers Christmas party on Friday 18 December which was enjoyed by over 70 members. Check out the Gallery (under About) to see photos taken at these events. The...
by Penny Howes | Nov 19, 2015 | newsletter
Once again we have a full program of activities, including some advance notices of trips away in 2016. You will notice the absence of an AGM early next year. Now that we are incorporated our financial year ends on 30 June and our next AGM will be in October 2016....
by Penny Howes | Nov 19, 2015 | newsletter
Note: These guidelines are relevant for Australian snakes species and are intended as guidelines only. There is a common misconception that snakes are “aggressive” or malevolent, however most public opinion is misguided by films and media, which depict snakes as...
by Penny Howes | Nov 10, 2015 | urgent-notice
The annual Christmas bike ride will take place on Monday 7 December – from Windang Kiosk to Killalea, about 30km. Meet at the Windang Kiosk car park for an 8.30am start. The party will be held at The Farm Café, Killalea from about 9.30am. Get into the festive...
