The Probus Club of Cooroy is celebrating 20 years of providing local, retired people the opportunity to socialise, expand their interests and meet new friends.  Club members marked the anniversary with a party on Monday 15th June, including presentation of a “20 Year Certificate” to club president, Mrs Carol Blake, and the inevitable birthday cake.  Partygoers included some foundation members who reminisced and shared their stories on the club’s beginnings with our current members.
The Cooroy club was established in June 1989, driven mainly by local Rotarian, Reg Bryant.  Initially, the club membership was “men only”.  However, in 2003, with membership declining, the then president, Mr Frank Revill, was both courageous and instrumental in expanding the club by inviting women to join.  Today, the club is flourishing.  It presently has 67 members, a representative mix of men and women, and - its most recent milestone – its first lady president.  Word has got round – this group loves to have a fun time.
Anyone interested in learning more about the club or becoming a member can find us at the Cooroy RSL on the first Monday of the month at 9.30am.