By Ashok Verma
NO DOOM and gloom, it’s a march to recover past glory days – shared with lots of smiles and yarns.
It sure was a time for celebrations as Kilmore Probus Club recently held an induction ceremony to welcome five new members.
The club, formed 35 years ago, was once a magnet for locals, having 100 members 10 years ago. But, as like the rest of Australia reeled under COVID-19 pandemic in 2000, the club couldn’t stay immune, with member numbers falling since then.
The member tally came down to 19 three years ago, but with the latest inductees, the total now stands at 26.
Spokeswoman Tricia Cochrane says the club offers a lot to its members and it is launching a new drive to attract more.
An offshoot of Rotary Club, Probus members have a strong bond among themselves.
Ms Cochrane said with goals of fun, fellowship and learning, Probus focuses on the social aspect for members, catering to needs of its members ranging in ages from 70 to 94 years old.
“We have strong ties with other clubs, men’s shed and U3A and our five new members will continue to spread the spirit of joy, fellowship and continued learning – the guiding ideals for Probus.
“The induction ceremony was well attended by members and the Kilmore club welcomed members of the Wallan Probus, Tony Wertz from OKR FM radio and John Perrott from Kilmore Men’s Shed to help celebrate the club’s continued growth and commitment to fellowship and community involvement.
For more information or to become a member, phone Margaret Jakymczuk on 0412 335 657.
