Sydney Womens International Club

Monthly Activity - A Guided Walking Tour of Chippendale
2022-10-27 09:50 - 12:00 (Australia/Sydney) | The White Rabbit Gallery, 30 Balfour Street, Chippendale, Sydney, NSW, 2008, Australia
This walking tour in October will explore the inner-city suburb of Chippendale where Sydney is undergoing the most dramatic of changes. It is also the place where sharp oppositions are playing out between city and state, memory and newness, money and politics, inspiration and pragmatism; opening up conversations big and small.
Our route will be structured around several recent architectural projects.
Tour Details
Historically the centre of Sydney’s rag trade and home to one of the country’s largest breweries, the transformation of Chippendale over the last decade has been nothing short of spectacular. This has architectural and urban dimensions of course, but there have been concurrent cultural shifts in the world of art, design, landscape and gastronomy as well. How did this come about and what are the forces driving this change? Who are the key protagonists and what are the new ideas shaping this inspiring area?
Join us on this gritty architectural tour of Chippendale. Our route will be structured around a number of architectural, art and urban interventions including projects by Pritzker-prize winning architects Norman Foster and Jean Nouvel. You will also discover transformative work by local heroes Durbach Block Jaggers, William Smart, John Wardle Architects, Tonkin Zulaikha Greer, Oculus and Aspect Studios. We will also sniff out one of Australia’s finest social housing schemes, independent art galleries, converted warehouses, inspired laneway developments, street art and discuss audacious plans to transform Central Station as we explore the suburbs underbelly.
We will end the tour at Central Park. Those who would like to, can stay for lunch there. We will go to Din Tai Fung for their dumplings. This is not included in the cost.
What Else
Please arrive at the meeting point 10-15 minutes prior to tour departure.
Depending on numbers we will hand out a wireless audio system. Whatever happens with regard to weather – we will walk! Bring a sun hat, umbrella, camera, sketch book and so on.
Sydney Architecture Walks (SAW) is a COVID-safe business and will abide by current NSW government procedures on the day of the tour.
The Guide
The tour will be led by architect Eoghan Lewis, founder of Eoghan Lewis Architects (www.eoghanlewis.com.au) and the Sydney Architecture Walks (SAW).
Eoghan has been studying and sharing the work of Utzon with professional groups and the general public for the last 21 years through SAW.
DATE: 27 October 2022
COST: 2-hour tour – $35/pp
MEETING POINT: 9.50am at White Rabbit Gallery (outside), 30 Balfour St, Chippendale, for a 10.00am start.
RSVP TO: Caren Trafford at swic.activitymonthly@gmail.com with your name and mobile phone number. Please wait for confirmation of a place before paying.
RSVP BY: 13 October 2022
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Payment Option 1 (Preferred):
By Credit Card through the Payments section of the website
Payment Option 2: Online (direct deposit) into the SWIC bank account
Account Name: SWIC Inc.
BSB No: 112-879
Account No: 431-019-281
Description: MA Chippendale + your initial and surname

Challenging Walk - Bondi to South Coogee
2022-11-01 08:40 - 12:30 | Circular Quay, Sydney Cove, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Our walk this month will follow the beautiful Bondi coastline, via Bondi and on to Bronte, Clovelly, Coogee and finally South Coogee. You will be able to take in as we go, the saltwater pools and the magnificent surf crashing upon the rocks. As an additional bonus we will be able to view the amazing structures installed throughout this coastal area (Bondi to Bronte) as part of the Sculptures by the Sea exhibits that will be running at this time.
DATE: Tuesday 1 November 2022
TIME: Meet at 8:40 for the 333 bus on Alfred St (Circular Quay) @ 8:52 STAND B to arrive at Bondi 9:31. It is anticipated that we will arrive in Coogee South at approximately 12:30. Once we have done our reconnaissance we will have a more accurate time.
VENUE: Coastal Walk
RSVP TO: Jenny Goode goodejenny@msn.com or mobile 0402166634.
RSVP BY: 27 October 2022
PAYMENT OPTIONS: N/A
TRANSPORT: As above

Theatre Group - 'The Caretaker'
2022-11-02 19:30 - 22:00 | Ensemble Theatre, 78 McDougall St, Kirribilli, Sydney, NSW, 2061, Australia
This month we will have to pleasure of seeing Harold Pinter’s ‘The Caretaker’. Many of us will have studied this play at secondary school – or even taught it!
It’s a literary masterpiece that delves into the turbulent relationships between a homeless man and two polar opposite brothers. In this extraordinarily mischievous comedy, Pinter cranks up the tension, piles on the laughs and teases out the emotional foibles of three lonely men.
Aston asks down-and-out Davies to be a live-in caretaker. Davies leaps at the chance to change his fortunes, but the trouble is he doesn’t know what a caretaker should do, especially in a room filled with junk. When Aston’s manipulative brother Mike shows up, the power struggle begins. Why does Aston collect all this stuff? Will Davies ever get a pair of decent shoes? And who will fix the drip in the ceiling?
Director Iain Sinclair (‘A View from the Bridge’) teams up once more with Darren Gilshenan (‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’) for this explosive, compelling theatrical event.
DATE: Wednesday, 2 November 2022
TIME: 7.30pm – 2 hours 20 minutes (including interval)
VENUE: The Ensemble Theatre, 78 McDougall Street, Kirribilli NSW 2061
TICKETS: Standard Adult $80, Seniors Concession $77
Judith and Cherry have purchased tickets E21 and E22
To buy your tickets visit https://boxoffice.ensemble.com.au/ or call (02) 8918 3460
PRE-THEATRE DINNER (Optional): Join us at Bayly’s Bistro (in the theatre) at 6.00pm
RSVP TO: Judith Nguyen at nguyenjm@bigpond.net.au if you wish to join is for dinner as we will need to book a table
RSVP BY: Monday 24 October 2022

Travel Conversations - Wildlife & Waterfalls
2022-11-03 10:30 - 12:30 | Home of Catherine Marsh, 64 Ellalong Road, Cremorne, Sydney, NSW, 2090, Australia
Wildlife & Waterfalls – Be prepared to share your favourite trip where the highlight was the wildlife or the scenery. There will also be time for you to raise a travel question. Please submit this with your RSVP so that we can circulate to the group prior to the meeting to enable participants to prepare.

DATE: Thursday 3 November 2022
TIME: 10.30am – 12.30pm
VENUE: 64 Ellalong Road, Cremorne, NSW 2090
RSVP TO: Mimi Flaherty Willis and Catherine Marsh – travel.swicsydney@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Monday 31 October
TRANSPORT: Car – Plenty of untimed street parking
Bus – 243 from Neutral Bay Junction to Macpherson St/Ellalong Rd
100 from the city. Get off at Military Rd at Prince St and walk down Macpherson St

East Meets West Lunch - Encasa Spanish Restaurant
2022-11-03 12:00 - 14:00 | Encasa Spanish Restaurant, 423 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
We are returning to the popular Spanish restaurant Encasa on Pitt Street. We will start with several tapas such as Garlic Prawns, Spanish Potato Omelette, Mixed Salad Spanish Style…and end with a Seafood Paella or Chicken and Chorizo Paella. The meal will be served with a glass of Sangria.
This is the last lunch of the year. We will meet again on the first Thursday of March in 2023.
DATE: Thursday 3 November 2022
TIME: 12.00pm-2.00pm
VENUE: Encasa Restaurant, 423 Pitt Street Sydney NSW 2000
COST: $45.00
RSVP TO: Sue Roberts at suejackharry@yahoo.com.au
RSVP BY: Friday 27 October 2022
PAYMENT: Please pay into the SWIC account and send the receipt to Sue on the email above. Pay for any drinks on the day.
Payment Option 1 (Preferred): By Credit Card through the Payments section of the website
Payment Option 2: Online (direct deposit) into the SWIC bank account
Account Name: SWIC Inc.
BSB No: 112-879
Account No: 431-019-281
Description: EMW + your initial and surname
TRANSPORT: Train to either Central or Town Hall and 10-minute walk down Pitt Street.

Singles' Sunday Brunch - Loulou Bistro, Milsons Point (CANCELLED)
2022-11-06 10:00 - 11:45 | Loulou Bistro, 61 Lavender St, Milsons Point, NSW, 2061
NB: All attendees must be fully vaccinated against Covid and have submitted certificates to SWIC.
If you fancy delicious food, great coffee and interesting company, join us once a month to explore Sydney’s vibrant café scene whilst making new friends.
DATE: Sunday 6 November 2022
TIME: 10.00am – 11.45am
VENUE: Loulou Bistro, 61 Lavender St, Milsons Point NSW 2061
RSVP TO: Lou-anne Folder at singlessundaybrunch@gmail.com
RSVP BY: 30 October 2022 (only 6 places have been reserved with a credit card guarantee)
PAYMENT OPTIONS: Payable on the day
TRANSPORT:
Car – Paid parking is the only option. If you are a member of the Kirribilli Club, you may have access to parking there, or there are other parking stations within a kilometre of the restaurant.
Train – From Wynyard Station, catch the T1 to Milsons Point Station. Take the exit towards Alfred St, turn right and walk up Alfred St for about 300m and you will come to Lavender St. Walk a short distance along Lavender St to Cliff St and Loulou Bistro is just around the corner.
Ferry – Catch the ferry from Circular Quay to Milsons Point then walk 700 m up Alfred St to Lavender St and turn left to Cliff St.
Bus – Mosman, Cremorne and Neutral Bay residents can catch the 230 bus, which leaves from Mosman Bay and travels along Military Road directly to the restaurant. (See NSW trip planner – https://transportnsw.info/)

International Morning Tea - Australia (WAITLIST)
2022-11-08 10:00 - 12:00 | 20 Richmond Avenue, Cremorne 2090, 20 Richmond Avenue, Cremorne, NSW, 2090, Australia
As this is the final International Morning Tea for 2022, it is appropriate to have an Australian one. So come along and enjoy lamingtons and other delights that make Australia unique as your home or adopted country.
DATE: Tuesday 8 November 2022
TIME: 10.00am – 12.00pm
VENUE: Home of Carolyn Shrimpton, 20 Richmond Avenue, Cremorne, NSW 2090
Carolyn has requested that shoes be removed at the front door please.
COST: Nil
RSVP TO: Rosemary Sullivan at rsulliva@comcen.com.au
RSVP BY: Tuesday 1 November 2022
TRANSPORT: Parking available. Buses along Military Road then 5-10 minute walk down Macpherson St, Cremorne.

Golf (ES)
2022-11-09 08:15 - 10:00 | Woollahra Golf Club, 50 O'Sullivan Road, Rose Bay, Sydney, NSW, 2029, Australia
The eastern suburbs Golf group plays at Woollahra on Wednesday mornings. Tee-off is at 8.15am.
The Convenor is Liz McCarthy and her contacts details are 0414 408 615 or mccarthyliz50@gmail.com

Explore Sydney Walk - On the Jacaranda trail
2022-11-09 10:00 - 12:30 | Circular Quay, Sydney Cove, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
October and November in Sydney are renowned for their beautiful Jacaranda displays, and we will be taking the opportunity to explore the best Jacaranda viewing spots.
Leaving from Circular Quay, our first stop will be First Fleet Park in The Rocks, from where we will cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge heading to McDougall Street in Kirribilli, probably Sydney’s most famous street for Jacarandas. Departing from Milsons Park we will hug the harbour foreshore as we walk to our last stop, Wendy Whiteley’s Secret Garden in Lavender Bay.

The walk is relatively flat and approx. 6.1km
We are aiming to have lunch at Bay Ten Expresso in North Sydney https://www.baytenespresso.com.au
DATE: Wednesday, 9 November 2022
TIME: 10.00 am – 12.30 pm
MEETING POINT: Meet at Circular Quay, Wharf 2 at 10.00am sharp
COST: Lunch (optional) at your own expense
RSVP TO: Anna Miller and Corinne Drouin via email only on swicdiscoversydneywalks@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Monday 7 November 2022 and please advise if you are staying for lunch

TRANSPORT: There are many buses, trains, or ferries to Circular Quay.

Tennis (ES)
2022-11-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Cooper Park Tennis Courts, 1 Bunna Place, Woollahra, Sydney, NSW, 2100, Australia
The eastern suburbs Tennis Group plays doubles every Thursday morning from 10.00-11.30am at Cooper Park, Double Bay – except during school holidays. We usually have two courts reserved for us. We are a relaxed and friendly group, but you need to know the basics and have played tennis before.
If you’d like to join us, please email the Convenor, Christine Powell at cpowell40@live.com.au

Monthly Activity - The Coal Loader Centre for Sustainability: Waverton
2022-11-10 10:30 - 12:00 | The Coal Loader, 2 Balls Head Drive, Waverton, Sydney, NSW, 2060, Australia
Situated on the sparkling waters of Sydney Harbour, The Coal Loader demonstrates the layering of human history, from the ancient culture of the Cammeraygal people, to an industrial coal bunkering facility, to a showcase for sustainability. Come on a tour and be inspired by innovative sustainable design and technology, community gardens, native plant nursery, regenerated parklands and much more. Walk through the native gardens, view the ancient indigenous rock engraving, explore the historical tunnels and enjoy the stunning harbour view from the Platform.
The tour will conclude at the coffee shop at the site where you will be able to have lunch/coffee/tea. Refreshments at your own expense.
DATE: Thursday 10 November 2022
TIME: 10.30am to 12.00pm
VENUE: Coal Loader Centre, 2 Balls Head Drive, Waverton 2060 (on the right-hand side before Balls Head Reserve). Meet at reception at 10.25am
COST: Free. Lunch is not included
RSVP TO: Caren Trafford at swic.activitymonthly@gmail.com with your name and mobile phone number
RSVP BY: Thursday 3 November 2022
TRANSPORT: Parking is limited so we are encouraged to:
Walk – visit as part of several amazing North Sydney walking routes
Bike – cycle to us
Public Transport – short walk from Waverton train station – www.transportnsw.info
Car – limited parking in Balls Head Drive, Waterhen Drive, and marked bays in Balls Head Reserve

Golf (NS)
2022-11-11 09:30 - 12:00 | Waringah Golf Club, 397 Condamine Street, North Manly, Sydney, NSW, 2100, Australia
The North Shore Golf Group plays 9 holes at Warringah Golf Club on Friday mornings.
Tee off is at 9.30am and play finishes at 11.30am – 12noon, followed by sociable coffee and snacks.
Cost: $25 and $21 for Seniors.
Clubs, buggy and cart hire are available at the Pro shop. Golf lessons are also available.
The Convenor is Mariella Fraser, 0403 707 237, mariella.fraser@gmail.com
Mariella sends participants an email on Wednesday and members are asked to reply by Thursday afternoon ONLY if attending.

Art & Culture - Day Trip by Chartered Coach to Retford Park Bowral
2022-11-15 08:50 - 17:30 | Retford House, 1325 Old South Road, Bowral, NSW, Australia
Retford Park is a place of great heritage significance. Its European history extends back to grants of land promised to Edward Riley senior by Governor Macquarie in 1821. The house, built in 1887 by Samuel Hordern and his wife Jane, is a grand, rendered brick, Italianate style residence. In 1964 James Fairfax AC bought the property and started to turn it from an agricultural property into a gentleman’s residence. James Fairfax always believed that Retford Park should be preserved for the enjoyment and benefit of future generations, particularly those of the local district. On 19th April 2016 and in fulfilment of his ambition, Mr Fairfax gifted his historic Retford Park home to the National Trust of Australia (NSW).
As our coach ventures up the driveway, this grand Victorian Italianate homestead will appear from a towering arboretum of a magnificent collection of evergreen and deciduous trees. The gardens will take your breath away!
Lunch will be at Ngununggula Southern Highlands’ Regional Gallery. Artist Ben Quilty has been a driving force in opening this world class gallery in what was the former Dairy and Veterinary Clinic at Retford Park. The name Ngununggula means ‘Belonging’ in the traditional language of the Gundungurra First Nations people. The name was gifted by elder, Aunty Velma Mulcahy.
Our Itinerary (times are approximate)

9.00am: Depart Western Concourse Central Railway Coach Bay.
11.00am: Arrive Retford Park.
11.00am- 11.30am: Morning Tea Coffee /Tea Station, plus an extra surprise from Alison and Kay!
11.30am -12.30pm: Guided House Tour
12.45pm: Weather permitting stroll through Retford Park to Ngununggula Regional Gallery for lunch at ‘Hearth by Moonacres’ Café or alternatively all aboard our coach to Hearth Café.
1.00pm: Two Course Lunch with cultured butter and sourdough; sparkling or still water followed by tea /coffee. Ingredients are sourced from Moonacres Farm.
2.00pm – 3.20pm time at leisure: Either remain at the Regional Gallery to explore and view the current exhibition or alternatively return to Retford House for a self- guided garden tour.
3.30pm: All aboard – homeward bound to arrive at Central at approximately 5.30pm.

DATE: Tuesday 15 November 2022
TIME: 8.50am – 5.30pm (appr0ximately)
MEET: Upper Western Concourse Coach Departures, Pitt Street Level, Central Station. All aboard by 9.00am. Full details and map will be provided to those members attending.
VENUE Retford House, 1325 Old South Road, Bowral NSW
COST: $100.00 (all inclusive) i.e. Coach Travel; Morning Tea; House Tour; Lunch and Self- guided Regional Gallery/ Garden Tour.
No refunds after 4 November unless your place can be filled from the Waitlist.
RSVP TO: Kay Nicholas no later than Friday 4 November 2022.
Email: swic.artandculture@gmail.com with your name and mobile phone number. We will endeavour to confirm your place within 24 hours. If you have not heard back, please SMS Kay Nicholas on 0438 469 044.
NOTE: It is advisable to RSVP early as this event has a maximum of 40 members. When the event is full we will go to ‘Waitlist’. DO NOT PAY FOR THIS EVENT UNTIL YOUR PLACE HAS BEEN CONFIRMED.
PAYMENT OPTIONS:)
Payment Option 1 (Preferred): By Credit Card through the Payments section of the website
Payment Option 2: Online (direct deposit) into the SWIC bank account
Account Name: SWIC Inc.
BSB No: 112-879
Account No: 431-019-281
Description: A&C Retford + your initial and surname
TRANSPORT: VIP Coaches Luxury 48-seater coach (NSW Government Accredited).

Short Walk - Balmoral Beach
2022-11-16 10:30 - 12:00 | Balmoral Beach, Balmoral, Mosman, NSW, 2088, Australia
Walk along the lovely Balmoral beach.
DATE: Wednesday 16 November 2022
TIME: 10.30am – 12.00pm
COST: Refreshments at members’ own expense
RSVP TO: Christine Powell, via email at cpowell40@live.com.au
RSVP BY: cob Monday 14 November
Meeting details will be advised to those attending the walk.

Cafe Society - Rooftop Cafe - Museum of Contemporary Art
2022-11-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA), 140 George Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
In November we will gather in the lively café on the rooftop of the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) at Circular Quay. You may wish to look at some of the current exhibitions after lunch.
DATE: Thursday 17 November 2022
TIME: 12noon – 2.00pm
VENUE: Rooftop MCA Café, Circular Quay
Please remember your name badge.
RSVP TO: Penny Murray at penny.m@me.com or on 0409 867 776
TRANSPORT: Walking distance from Circular Quay with on street parking nearby at The Rocks.

Special Event - Artists of SWIC
2022-11-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Mosman Art Gallery, 1 Art Gallery Way, Mosman, Sydney, NSW, 2088, Australia
A social evening for SWIC members and their friends/partners in the spectacular Grand Hall of Mosman Art Gallery. Join us for this very special event, showcasing the multiple talented SWIC members. Wine, nibbles and cheese platters are included in the entry fee.
DATE: 17 November 2022
TIME: 6.00pm-8.00pm
VENUE: Mosman Art Gallery, Grand Hall, 1 Art Gallery Way, Mosman 2088
COST: $15 pp
RSVP TO: Maria Brookes mkbrookes@outlook.com
Please notify Maria if you’re attending with guests or by yourself (guest entry must also be pre-paid on the SWIC website)
RSVP BY: 10 November 2022
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Payment Option 1 (Preferred): By Credit Card through the Payments section of the website
Payment Option 2: Online (direct deposit) into the SWIC bank account
Account Name: SWIC Inc.
BSB No: 112-879
Account No: 431-019-281
Description: Special Event MAG+ your initial and surname
TRANSPORT: Multiple buses with a stop at Spit Junction; ferry to Mosman Bay, followed by a short bus ride (bus 230). Parking available at Vista Street council carpark, Bridgepoint shopping centre, Alan Border council carpark.

Culinary Club - The Chef’s Table
2022-11-22 12:30 - 14:30 | NSW
For our November Culinary Club let’s recreate your favourite Celebrity Chef’s recipe. Are you a fan of the Domestic Goddess Nigella Lawson? Do you love Rick Stein’s seafood dishes or enjoy experimenting with exotic spices a la Ottolenghi style? Or do you feast on Bill Granger, Kylie Kwong and Neil Perry’s Australian recipes? There are so many celebrity chefs to cater to everyone’s tastes. Showcase your favourite dish from your favourite Celebrity Chef.
DATE: Tuesday 22 November 2022
TIME: 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
VENUE: St Leonards (address details will be provided to attendees)
Number of attendees: 8 max.
COST: Nil. Attendees prepare the dish at home and bring it to the venue
RSVP TO: By email to Thana and Shashi at culinaryclub.swic@gmail.com
RSVP BY: 15 November 2022

Ladies' Night Out - The Oaks, Neutral Bay
2022-11-23 17:30 - 19:30 | The Oaks, Neutral Bay, 118 Military Rd, Neutral Bay, Sydney, NSW, 2089, Australia
An evening out to enjoy each other’s company and a few drinks together.
DATE: Wednesday 23 November 2022
TIME: 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm
VENUE: The Oaks, 118 Military Road, Neutral Bay NSW 2089
COST: Pay for your own drinks and food
RSVP TO: Sangeeta/Elaine
RSVP BY: Friday 18 November 2022
TRANSPORT: Bus from Wynyard to Military Road

German Conversation
2022-11-25 12:00 - 14:00 | SH Ervin Gallery, 2 Watson Rd, Millers Point, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
PLEASE NOTE: The German Conversation meeting on Friday 25 November 2022 will be a lunch at 12.00 noon at the Trust Cafe at the S.H. Ervin Gallery on Observatory Hill, 2 Watson Rd Millers Point.
Please RSVP to Maureen Trost-Black via SMS on 0455 373 802.
Please bring CASH as no cards are accepted at the cafe.
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If you’d like to join the German Conversation group contact Jill Surgeon on 0416 734 074 or jilliansurgeon.swic@gmail.com and/or Maureen Trost-Black on 0455 373 802 or trostblack@hotmail.com.
DATE: Fourth Friday of the month
TIME: 10.30am – 12.30pm
USUAL VENUE (but not in November 2022): Botanica Garden Café, 61A Bay Road, Waverton, NSW 2060
COST: Participants pay for their own choice of refreshment
RSVP TO: Jill Surgeon on 0416 734 074 or jilliansurgeon.swic@gmail.com and/or Maureen Trost-Black on 0455 373 802 or trostblack@hotmail.com
RSVP BY: Wednesday prior
PAYMENT OPTIONS: N/A
TRANSPORT: Accessible via Waverton train station and bus from North Sydney. Street parking in surrounding area.

Go Saturday - Exploring Australia's Murky Past
2022-11-26 14:00 - 16:00 | The Rocks Discovery Museum, Kendall Lane, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Join ‘Go Saturday’ for the last event of the year! We will start off exploring Australia’s murky past within the quaint The Rocks Discovery Museum, before hitting the vibrant and colourful Rocks Markets for some Christmas shopping. Then to round off the year we can celebrate in one of the many marvellous drinking establishments that The Rocks has to offer!
DATE: Saturday 26 November 2022
TIME: 2.00pm- 4.00pm
VENUE: The Rocks Discovery Museum (meeting place), Kendall Lane, The Rocks NSW 2000
Phone: 9240 8680
Website: https://www.therocks.com/shop/the-rocks-discovery-museum
COST: Free. Pay for your own refreshments/shopping
RSVP TO: Sian Ware at sianware1@gmail.com or 0412 937 485
RSVP BY: Tuesday 22 November 2022
TRANSPORT: See: https://www.therocks.com/getting-here

Challenging Walk - Spit Bridge to Manly - PLEASE NOTE alteration to direction of walk
2022-12-06 16:00 - 19:00 | Spit Bridge, Spit Bridge, The Spit, Sydney, NSW, 2088, Australia
Our last walk of the year will be a twilight walk. Our walk will commence from Spit Bridge and will largely follow the coastline to the Manly Ferry Wharf. The views on offer will be spectacular (similar to the ones in the opposite direction). Upon completing the walk we will have a meal at a local Manly restaurant to celebrate our final Challenging Walk for the year.
DATE: Tuesday 6 December 2022
TIME: Meet at 3:15 pm Stand A, Carrington St (Wynyard) for the 15:25 bus 172X
RSVP TO: Jenny Goode: goodejenny@msn.com or Sue Gunter susan.gunter@btinternet.com
RSVP BY: Friday 2 December 2022
PAYMENT OPTIONS: N/A

Art & Culture - State of the Art (WAITLIST)
2022-12-13 09:30 - 11:00 | Art Gallery of NSW, Art Gallery Road, The Domain, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Dear Art & Culture Enthusiasts
With the Art Gallery of NSW’s new building opening on 3 December, the Gallery has created a very special introduction art experience. As loyal supporters over many years SWIC Art & Culture has received the offer of being amongst the first to view the new building and commissioned works.
Who are the towering bronze beings that greet you at the entrance of the New Sydney Modern? How was an abandoned oil tank turned into a gallery? In this tour, we explore the art and architecture of the Art Gallery NSW’s new building. Meet the one-of-a-kind artworks created for this space, from large-scale installations by significant Indigenous artists to new sculptural work by international artists. Discover new galleries and get to know the secrets of Sydney’s most exciting new architectural landmark.
DATE: Tuesday 13 December 2022
TIME: 9.30am – 11.00am (approximately)
VENUE: Art Gallery of NSW, on Gadigal Country – Art Gallery Road The Domain, Sydney NSW 2000
MEETING PLACE: The Welcome Hub in the Plaza of the new building. After cloaking at the desk outside the Gallery, one of the Welcome Hosts will escort our group inside where we will be fitted with headsets and head off with our guide. The tour will last for approximately 1 to 1.25 hours. You are then free to wander around the new building, and if you wish join Alison and Kay for morning tea (at your own expense).
COST: $32.00
RSVP TO: Kay Nicholas: swic.artandculture@gmail.com with your name and mobile phone number.
RSVP BY: 31 October 2022. Please note that it is advisable to RSVP early as this event has a maximum of 30 members. When the event is full we will go to ‘Waitlist’. Do not pay until your place is confirmed. We will always endeavour to get back within 24 hours. If you have not heard back please SMS: Kay Nicholas: Mob: 0438469044
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Payment Option 1 (Preferred): By Credit Card through the Payments section of the website
Payment Option 2: Online (direct deposit) into the SWIC bank account
Account Name: SWIC Inc.
BSB No: 112-879
Account No: 431-019-281
Description: A&C Gallery Tour + your initial and surname
TRANSPORT: The NSW Art Gallery is located on the Eastern side of Sydney’s CBD, next to the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Domain, just down the road from St Mary’s Cathedral. The Art Gallery is approximately a 5-minute walk from Macquarie Street, across the Domain, or from Hyde Park. Public transit access: St James rail (15-minute walk); Martin Place rail (20-minute walk.

Book Group
2022-12-13 13:30 - 15:30 | NSW
Book Group meets on the second Tuesday of the month at two venues – one in the eastern suburbs and one on the north shore. Start time is 1.30pm and the discussion usually goes for two hours, followed by light refreshments.
The book list for the following year is selected at an annual lunch in November, at which time members volunteer to present a book and/or host the discussion in their home.
The Book List for the current year can be found on the NOTICEBOARD of the SWIC website.
Book Group Convenor Liz Polednik can be contacted on 0424 747 531 or lizpolednik@hotmail.com

CHRISTMAS DAY
2022-12-25 | NSW

BOXING DAY
2022-12-26 | NSW

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY
2022-12-27 | NSW

NEW YEAR'S DAY
2023-01-01 | NSW

NEW YEAR HOLIDAY
2023-01-02 | NSW

Rummikub
2023-01-13 13:00 - 15:30 | Kirribilli Club, 11 Harbourview Crescent, Lavender Bay, Sydney, NSW, 2060, Australia
Rummikub is an exciting and fun game, just right for exercising the little grey cells in our brains and making new friends. If you don’t know the game, it has a bit in common with the card game Rummy. It is very simple to learn, has lots of twists, and quickly becomes addictive!
Beginners are welcome and there is no need to bring your own game. It is possible to play Rummikub with different numbers of people in one game.
We generally play at the Kirribilli Club in Lavender Bay but we also play in member’s homes depending on current health advice. This is often in the Mosman area.
DATE: 2nd and 3rd Fridays of the month
TIME: 1.00pm – 3.30pm
VENUE: The Kirribilli Club, 11 Harbourview Crescent, Lavender Bay
RSVP TO: Catherine Marsh and Emma Coe at rummikubswic@gmail.com
For changes on the day, please text or ring Catherine on 0406 423 304
RSVP BY: Thursday morning before play on Friday
TRANSPORT: Parking available at The Kirribilli Club. Milsons Point is the closest Train station, a 7-minute walk. See website for further details: https://www.kirribilliclub.com.au/

Bridge (NS)
2023-01-18 13:00 - 16:00 | Mosman Rowers, 3 Centenary Drive, Mosman, Sydney, NSW, 2088, Australia
The North Shore Bridge Group meets on Wednesday afternoons from 1.00pm-4.00pm, at Mosman Rowers Club, 3 Centenary Drive Mosman. To play there it is necessary to take out membership with the club at a cost of $60.00 for the year. This can be done on line or at reception on the day.
Any member wishing to play should contact the Convenor, Chris Robertson at chrisrobertson287@gmail.com
