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MT DRUITT PROBUS
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Probus is an association of retired and semi-retired
people who join together in clubs, the basic purpose of which is to
provide regular opportunities for them to keep their minds active, expand
their interests and to enjoy the fellowship of new friends.
There are men's clubs, ladies' clubs and combined clubs.
Membership is open to anyone of good character and who had had some
measure of responsibility or achievement an any field of worth endeavour.
The emphasis is on clubs being simple in structure, and free from the
constraints and obligations of service clubs. Involving members in minimum
cost. Being directed, primarily, to providing the opportunity for
extension of acquaintance and interests, seeking members who are
compatible with one another.
Activities normally fall into two parts:
1. A formal meeting on a set day each month. This comprises a club
business session, a coffee break followed by a guest speaker and/or
discussion on a topic of mutual interest.
2. Outings (between meetings) to places, events or organisations of
interest to members. These can be theatre parties or just social or
sporting occasions and can include overnight trips, tours and walks.
Clubs are required to adhere to a basic set of rules of operation in order
to preserve their integrity and reputation.
These rules include:
Clubs are non-political and non-sectarian.
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They are non-profit making and non-fundraising.
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Presidents can only hold office for one year, however,
in mitigating circumstances the time limit may be extended to two years.
Annual changes provide for a variety of leadership.
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Rotary maintains contact and a continuing interest in
their progress.
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The Probus Centre - south Pacific Inc is the
Administrative Service Centre in Australia and New Zealand.
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All matters of policy relating to Probus are determined
by the Probus Centre - South Pacific Inc.
Probus originated in the United Kingdom in 1965.
The first Probus clubs were formed in New Zealand in 1974, and in
Australia in 1976.
Probus has filled in a need for today's active retirees, so much so that
the growth has been phenomenal. It is now a world-wide movement. By 1999,
there were approximately 1,900 clubs in Australia and NZ with a combined
membership of 171,000 and growing steadily.
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