Chairman’s message

Already the first month of 2012 has gone it is amazing how quickly the time passes. As my mother used to say “Procrastination is the thief of time.” So those who have been procrastinating about attending one of our functions February is the chance to take action. The next social evening is to be held at Red Bridge Motel restaurant, Woombye on Monday the 27^th February. I hope to see some new faces at this event.

January was also a very wet month and I wish to remind members that we are here to help should you experience damage or loss as a result of bad weather (or any other cause). Should you find yourself in need please contact Paul or one of the other members of the committee.

Sorry to hear that our Secretary, Paul, is suffering with pneumonia. He has continued to monitor messages and distribute them during his illness.  We wish you a speedy recovery Paul.

In March we shall have a visitor from England on the coast and I am pleased that one of our members was able to offer him accommodation. I have hosted several visitors in the past and I am still in contact with most of them. It is a good way to make new friends.

Take care out there,

Mike Needham

Next Function,

On Monday the 27^th February 2012 we will gather at the Red Bridge Motor Inn restaurant, 380 Nambour Connection Road, Woombye, for a meal.  A Recently Retired Commissioner a friend of the proprietor of the Motel, Alan Honor, has been invited to attend.  We will gather, as usual, at 6.30 pm and order meals from the menu once every one has arrived.

We would dearly like to see some of our newer members attend, as well as the long time members.

For catering purposes, please advise me if you are attending by Friday the 24^th February.

Visitor to Sunshine Coast:

Between the 12^th and 16^th March, a Retired British Police Officer, Nick Lipscomb and wife will be visiting the area:  He is being hosted by Steve Maney during his visit.  Bruce has arranged with the Water Police to take Nick on a tour of the area.  At this stage we have not planned anything else, but will advise if something is organized.

February Birthdays

We wish the following members of the Sub Region a happy birthday on their special Day

Klaus Hempfing on the 10^th,  Warren Dougherty on the 18^th, Murray Lyons on the 24^th,  Jock Alcock on the 27^th and Sue Ede on the 28^th.

Maybe if Jock turns up at the Red Bridge we can help him celebrate ?