Oktoberfest at Wamboin

The members of the Lake George Day VIEW Club, along with their guests, enjoyed a beautiful spring day dining el-fresco in the delightful garden at the home of Patrick and June Blades on Tuesday 19^th October. The ladies were very warmly welcomed as they gathered for their monthly luncheon meeting, featuring an Oktoberfest theme.Patrick donned his apron and barbequed the most delicious Traditional German fare, such as a variety of Wurst, Pork Belly with Porter Beer and BBQ Chicken, for those not so adventurous. The delicious meat was accompanied with an equally delicious variety of Traditional German styled salads and to follow on from that, not to be out done, were the desserts of Apfelstrudel (Apple Strudel), Blackforest Cake and Fresh Fruit.Complimenting the meal was Patricks very own home brew (which they claim is the best in Wamboin) and some of Junes Pinot Noir wine, which was also given the ladies tick of approval.During the course of the meeting, Blending in with the theme for the day was a pretty apron competition. Several of the ladies wore their favourites and paraded them proudly, and even though they were all lovely, the winner on the day was Marie Alaimo with her beautiful black and white apron which matched her whole outfit, even down to her beautiful German styled hat. Marie received a gift for her efforts.Patrick and June were thanked for their hospitality, the absolutely wonderful meal and opening their home and beautiful garden to the ladies for the day.National Vice President and Lake George Day VIEW club member Fiona Spottiswood, spoke to the members about the various different ways in which individual clubs are able to structure their committees to suit the varying needs of each club. For the smaller clubs, such as Lake George, these new ideas would be quite beneficial as the members would be all working together and sharing the duties more evenly. The clubs election of office bearers for 2011 will be conducted at the November luncheon, on Tuesday 16^th

by Sue Maas
Oktoberfest Wamboin style


Aprons by Mary, Helen, Brenda, Kerry, Marie and June

50 years of VIEW

VIEW Senior Office bearers with celebration cake at Gala Dinner

Members of Lugarno VIEW Club in Sydney and Pauline and Lydia from LGDVC at Gala Dinner

Canberra, was the location for the recent 2010 VIEW Convention where over 900 women from across Australia gathered to celebrate the 50^th Anniversary year of VIEW. Following a welcome to country by Auntie Agnes Shea, an Elder of the Ngunnawal people, Mary Porter, Member of the ACT Legislative Assembly welcomed the women to Canberra. The Inaugural George Forbes Oration was delivered by Pru Goward MP and reflected George’s vision for women to have a greater voice in the community. Pru, who has strong connections to community, and social justice, as well as the enhancement of women’s issues and the role of women in today’s society, related well to the ideals of VIEW - compassion and social justice for all. There was an introduction by Karen Arthur, a Learning for Life Alumnus who told a moving story of her journey from student in western Sydney to being a solicitor with Mallesons Stephen Jaques. The main highlight was a forum of four high profile women - Ita Buttrose, The Hon. Bronwyn Bishop, Naseema Sparks and Senator Kate Lundy - who examined the role of “women in the past and the future” with specific references to their own experiences, moderated by Virginia Haussegger. The women were delighted with this forum. The following day Noeline Brown, The Ambassador for Ageing, was keynote speaker and told amusing tales about her career on stage and in TV and how to “Live Life Well.” Three members from Lake George Day VIEW Club-President Lydia Teodorowych, Bernie Gteethead and Philida Sturgis-Hoy took part in the debate on “increasing gender equality and presentation of women in leadership roles” this resolution was passed by VIEW members. Gala dinner was a great experience as 900 women from all around Australia chatted, dinned, sang and danced their way through entertainment from Sing Australia and the Stilletos. The “Grand Celebration” titled Our Community, Our Future held in the Great Hall at Parliament House concluded with pipers marching in playing, “Amazing Grace” - a grand finale to a great Convention for lots of Happy VIEW members.

The following LGDVC meeting will be held on Tuesday 19 October 11.30 for a 12 noon start, entitled “Octoberfest in Wamboin” If you are interested in attending RSVP by 13 October to June on 6236 9136

Lake George Sixth Birthday

The Lake George Day VIEW Club celebrated its 6^th Birthday recently, gathering at Shepherds Run Winery on Norton Road, Wamboin. Warmly welcomed was a very large group of visiting VIEW ladies from across the Zone. The theme was Flower Power and many dressed appropriately with flowers in their hair and very colourful co-ordinated fashions. The wonderful entertainment was provided by Dj Gosper and Christo, of the Karisma Kats.

Special guest, Zone Councillor Margaret Gooch was introduced. Margaret wished the club a very Happy Birthday, then spoke about upcoming events, including the very important and significant National Convention. ZC Margaret and Club President Lydia, then cut the birthday cake, which was a series of beautifully decorated and delicious cup cakes taking the shape of a bunch of flowers, made by club Secretary, June Blades. A fabulous lot of raffle and lucky door prizes, very generously donated by the members, were won on the day by members and their guests.

ZC Margaret and President Lydia in their tie-dyed clothing

"cool man" say members Sue, Dianne and Pauline

Members and guests attending the birthday luncheon

DJ Gosper and Linda singing at the birthday function

Sixth Birthday invitation

Lake George Day VIEW Club is celebrating it’s

SIXTH BIRTHDAY

with the theme of

Flower Power.

Our special guest performance will be by DJ Gosper of the Karisma Kats

we would like to invite you to attend this special event

On Tuesday August 17, 2010
At Shepherd’s Run Winery 344 Norton Rd Wamboin11.30 for a 12 noon start. Cost $30pp + alcohol

Wear your peace beads, caftans, tie dyed skirts & flowers in your hair

Committee members preparing placecardsand raffle prizes for the birthday

Safer and Healthier than Bleach

This information is something that is very useful. There are many benefits of that little bottle of 3% peroxide you can buy cheaply at the supermarket or chemist. Hydrogen peroxide was invented during WW1 in the 20's and used to help cleanse wounds and hospitals. Here are some uses for Hydrogen Peroxide.

1. Pour one capful and hold in your mouth for10 minutes daily, then spit it out. No more canker sores, and your teeth will be whiter without expensive pastes. Can be used instead of mouthwash.
2. Let your toothbrushes soak in a cup of peroxide to keep them free of germs.
3. Clean your counters and table tops with peroxide to kill germs and leave a fresh smell.Simply put a little on your dishcloth when you wipe the counters.
4. After rinsing off your wooden cutting board, pour peroxide on it to kill salmonella and other bacteria.
5. Spray fungal infection on toes with a 50/50 mixture of peroxide and water every night and let dry.
6. Soak any infections or cuts in 3% peroxide for five to ten minutes several times a day.

7. Fill a spray bottle with a 50/50 mixture of peroxide and water and keep it in the bathroom to disinfect with

8. If you have a terrible toothache and cannot get to a dentist right away, put a capful of 3% peroxide into your mouth and hold it for ten minutes several times a day. The pain will lessen greatly.
9. Put half a bottle of peroxide in your bath to help get rid of boils, fungus, or other skin infections.
10. You can also add a cup of peroxide instead of bleach to a load of whites in your laundry to whiten them. If there is blood on clothing, pour it directly on the soiled spot. Let it sit for a minute,then rub it and rinse with cold water. Repeat if necessary.
11. Use peroxide to clean mirrors. It leaves no smear marks.

Use with common sense and care . Keep away from eyes and children! It is a little brown bottle no home should be without!

Gala report by Kerry

On May 28 members Kerry, Helen, Jane, Joanna from the Lake George Day VIEW Club attended the Gala lunch, the theme was jazz and everyone wore purple. The event was accompanied by the Royal Military band which entertained the large group of 150 or so VIEW ladies. The ladies were encouraged to sing along to the music. The National Councilors from each zone gave their reports and Fiona interviewed a learning for life student and her mum which guests found to be very insightful. The young recipient is on her way to university to study medicine as her way of giving back to the community that supported her through out her difficult years.

May meeting

When I look at our Club I see we go from strength to strength. We had our May meeting at Brenda's place on the mount of Fairies from whence you can see the windmills spinning as the air stirs. A beautiful meal was prepared by Brenda and the vast array of sweets from Jane, Joanna, Jean, Judy, Lina, Dianne and Mary would turn any sweet lovers head. Sue brought along some of her wine to share.
The meeting covered many important issues that the club members need to know about. National Councillor Jean was a most welcome and informative guest and a new guest Sue attended her first meeting.
The Raffle was drawn and the two hampers were won by one of our members Bernie and the other by a local Tracy from Braidwood.
In the spirit of the day several members spouted ditties, accents included, and Brenda performed a 'magic' trick for us.
We all left Brenda's place at a late hour but with smiles on our faces feeling rejuvenated as a VIEW Club!