English Conversation Group (Not currently meeting)
2018-03-19 14:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Sydney)
This group is an opportunity for members who have English as a second language to practise their English in a relaxed, supportive and informal environment away from the noise of a busy café or a large gathering. It is also open to those for whom English is their native language and who enjoy socialising with people of all nationalities and helping them to improve their English.
The group meets at each other’s houses on the 3rd Monday of the month from 2.00pm – 4.00pm.
If you would like to join the English Conversation Group please contact Marianne Pearson on 0414 519 103 or mazpearson1@gmail.com

Stephanie's Floral Art Class CANCELLED
2018-03-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Home of Stephanie Light, 12 Norman Street, Concord, Sydney, NSW, 2137, Australia
Cancelled this month due to unforeseen circumstances.
Flower arrangement consisting of a bouquet in a holder and a small box arrangement.
DATE: Friday 16 March 2018
TIME: 10.00am – 12 noon approx.
VENUE: 12 Norman Street, Concord 2137
COST: $40 per person (includes all materials). Because of numbers limited to five for the class it is on a ‘first served’ basis with money to be deposited by Tuesday 13 March 2018
PAYMENT OPTIONS: Credit to bank account
Name: Mrs Stephanie Light
BSB No: 032.0028
Account No: 562994
Description: flowers + your initial
RSVP TO: Stephanie Light at stephlight18@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Tuesday 13 March stating that $40 has been credited to my account
TRANSPORT: Own to 12 Norman St Concord

Café Society - Walsh Bay Kitchen
2018-03-15 12:00 - 14:00 | Walsh Bay Kitchen, 22 Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Lunch at ‘Walsh Bay Kitchen’ with Poke Bowls $15-$19 or BAO $14.
Poké is an amazing combo of Hawaiian and Japanese food styles that equals simple, fresh, healthy and very tasty food. Bao is also known as steamed buns or baozi bao and is a complete meal traditionally filled with a pork mixture, conveniently packed away in a white, warm, soft bun. Wine served by the glass.
DATE: Thursday 15 March 2018
TIME: 12 noon – 2.00pm
VENUE: Walsh Bay Kitchen, 22 Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay, Sydney NSW 2000,
COST: Around $25
PAYMENT OPTIONS: Payable on the day
RSVP TO: Nola Holland at nola.holland@hotmail.com
RSVP BY: 10 March 2018
TRANSPORT: Metered Car parking on Hickson Rd. Public transport, Bus 325 (Millers Point) from Park St, Town Hall, near Woolworths.

Explore Sydney Walk - Salt Pan Creek & Tunks Park
2018-03-14 10:00 - 12:30 | The Incinerator, 2 Small Street, Willoughby, Sydney, NSW, 2068, Australia
7 – 8 k walk starting from The Incinerator, Willoughby. Initially, we walk along Sailors Bay Rd for approx. 30 minutes, taking in views of the city and Cammeray. From the road, we then enter the bush part of the walk of Salt Pan Creek & Tunks Park. There are some steep steps and rugged pathways including a section parallel to the water with a steep drop. Good walking shoes are required.
DATE OF EVENT/ACTIVITY: Wednesday, 14th March
TIME: approx. 10am – 12. 30pm
VENUE: Exact Meeting place and time will be emailed to those who RSVP
COST: lunch at own expense, at The Incinerator
RSVP TO: swic.exploresydneywalk@gmail.com – Mary Williams 0416 090842 and Steph Light 0422 733414
RSVP BY: Saturday 10th March
TRANSPORT: either by bus or car to be advised ( parking is available)

Golf (ES)
2018-03-14 08:00 - 12:00, 2018-03-07 08:00 - 12:00, 2018-02-28 08:00 - 12:00, 2018-02-21 08:00 - 12:00, 2018-02-14 08:00 - 12:00, 2018-02-07 08:00 - 12:00, 2018-01-31 08:00 - 12:00 | 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

WAITLIST - International Morning Tea - Croatia
2018-03-13 10:30 - 12:30 | Home of Jill Watson, Townhouse 1, 51-55 Upper Pitt Street, Kirribilli, Sydney, NSW, 2061, Australia
Join us in March for our monthly International Morning Tea featuring Croatian flavours. Romana Petrusic, our hostess, came to Sydney and joined SWIC in 2015. Romana was a member of the International Women Club in Zagreb and came to Sydney as the wife of a diplomat, with her husband being appointed as the Consul General of Croatia in November 2014.
Romana is looking forward to sharing with us a little of her past life in Croatia, while also sharing some of her favourite sweet and savoury specialties.
Croatia is in Europe and is the latest country to join the European Union, becoming an EU member in 2013. Croatia’s capital is Zagreb, which has a population of 4.28 million, most of whom are Roman Catholics. Croatian cuisine offers a unique blend of the best of many regions. Croatia has a long coastline on the Adriatic Sea and along the pristine Dalmatian coast the food is Mediterranean but further inland the food is full of rich Austro-Hungarian style dishes.
DATE: Tuesday 13 March 2018
TIME: 10.30am – 12.30pm
VENUE: Home of Jill Watson, Townhouse 1, 51-55 Upper Pitt St, Kirribilli, 2061
COST: No cost
RSVP TO: Watsongillian8@gmail.com or Eva.voordouw@icloud.com
RSVP BY: Tuesday 6 March 2018
TRANSPORT:
Street parking – two-hour street parking in Upper Pitt and surrounding streets.
Public Transport – 5 minute walk from Milsons Point Train Station or take the ferry to Kirribilli Wharf or Milsons Point Wharf

Ladies Who Lunch - 'Sambal'
2018-03-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Sambal, 297 Lane Cove Road, Macquarie Park (Eden Park Centre), Sydney, NSW, 2113, Australia
‘SAMBAL” evokes the aroma and taste of authentic Malaysian cuisine. Join us for a taste of Malaysian Nonya and Hawker style cuisine.
DATE: Wednesday 7 March 2018
TIME: 12.00 noon – 2.00pm
VENUE: Sambal Malaysian Restaurant , 297 Lane Cove Road, Macquarie Park (Eden Park Centre)
RSVP TO: Naseem Walton at naseemw@gmail.com – 0405 418 841
RSVP BY: Wednesday 28 February 2018
COST: $50.00 person includes a glass of Wine/Beer/other Beverage. NOTE: This is a pre-paid lunch.
Payment Options:
Direct Debit to:
Naseem Walton
BSB: 012 003
Account: 110009639
$50.00
Ref: LWL (plus your initials)
TRANSPORT: City to Macquarie Park trains (North Shore line) operate frequently and the restaurant is a 2 minute walk from Waterloo Station. Two- hour metered parking is also available behind the restaurant (access from Lane Cove Road). Very close to Macquarie University, Macquarie Shopping Centre and Eden Gardens. Full directions to the venue will be emailed to everyone on this lunch list.
Also an opportunity to go shopping at Macquarie Shopping Centre afterwards!!!!

Challenging Walk – Urban Foreshore
2018-03-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Circular Quay, Sydney Cove, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
We will meet at Circular Quay and walk round the quay to the Hickson Road wharves, then on to Barangaroo, Darling Harbour, Pyrmont, Darling Island, Jones Bay Wharf and under the Anzac Bridge to the Fish Markets. We will complete the walk round Blackwattle Bay and the Glebe foreshore, ending at the Harold Park Tramsheds for coffee/lunch and return to the city via Light Rail. This walk is around 9k and is all on level pathways.
DATE OF EVENT/ACTIVITY: Tuesday 6th March
TIME: Approximately 9am-12am
VENUE: As above
COST: None.
RSVP TO: Sue Gunter susan.gunter@btinternet.com or Jenny Goode goodejenny@msn.com
RSVP BY: Friday 2nd March 2018
TRANSPORT: Detailed instructions will be sent out nearer the time to those who register for the walk

Fourth Wednesday: Ladies' Night Out
2018-02-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Zephyr, Hyatt Regency Sydney, Level 12, 161 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
PLEASE NOTE NEW DATE! Every once and a while we all need a night out with like-minded ladies for a drink and a laugh! Come just for an hour, or come for the evening. This is a low-key event just to get out and enjoy a bit of Sydney nightlife after work or some quick ‘adult-time’ before family members get home. If you are having a blast, keep the fun rolling with dinner with your new friends….
DATE: Wednesday 28 February 2017
TIME 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
VENUE: Zephyr, Hyatt Regency Sydney, Level 12, 161 Sussex Street
From their website: “Soaring high above the bustling Sydney streets, Zephyr stands tall as a skyline oasis that beckons you to escape to the next level in outdoor bar destinations.” How can we not try this bar out? Come along and join the adventure!
Website: https://zephyrbarsydney.com
COST: Pay your own way at the bar. Food also available for purchase at the bar.
RSVP TO: swicniteout@gmail.com
Mobile: 0499 420 123: Stephanie / 0423 416 007 Sangeeta
(Please rsvp by email, phone is provided in case you get lost on the day or need to cancel last minute)
RSVP BY: Monday 26 February 2018
TRANSPORT:
We recommend taking the train to Wynyard or Town Hall Station, or one of the many buses that pass through the area. Please consider leaving your car at home unless you are the Designated Driver!

Monthly Activity - Tour of St Mary's Cathedral (WAIT LIST)
2018-02-22 10:00 - 11:30 | St Mary’s Cathedral, St Mary's Road, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
This visit to St Marys Cathedral will be with a guide, who will take us through this beautiful Gothic Revival cathedral and tell us its history, followed by a visit to the crypt.
The tour will take approximately 90 minutes.
DATE: Thursday 22 February 2018
VENUE: St Mary’s Road, Sydney, NSW 2000
TIME: 10.00am – 11.30am
COST: $5.00 payable on the day
RSVP TO: Beatrice de Lucey – bde11306@tpg.com.au 0422 350 834
RSVP BY: 16 February 2018
TRANSPORT: Bus or train is the best option as the cathedral is in the city

Short Walk - Darling Harbour & Chinese Garden of Friendship
2018-02-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Chinese Garden of Friendship, Pier Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
The Year of the Dog in the Chinese Lunar calendar is fast approaching, so for our first Short Walk of the year we will venture to Darling Harbour and take tea at the Chinese Garden of Friendship.
We will meet at Wynyard Station and walk around Darling Harbour and through Dixon St and Chinatown. A visit to the Chinese Garden of Friendship is planned, with a coffee or tea break at the Teahouse in the gardens.
DATE: Wednesday 21 February 2018
TIME: 10.00am-11.00am
VENUE: Darling Harbour and Chinese Garden of Friendship, Pier Street, Sydney 2000
Exact meeting place will be advised to those who RSVP
COST: $6 for Chinese Gardens and tea or coffee at own expense
RSVP TO: Maureen Trost-Black at trostblack@hotmail.com or 0406 362 388
RSVP BY: Monday 19 February 2018
TRANSPORT: Trains and buses to Wynyard

Art & Culture - Private Tour of 'The Lady and the Unicorn' Tapestries
2018-02-20 09:30 - 11:30 | Art Gallery of NSW, Art Gallery Road, The Domain, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Art & Culture commences 2018 with a rare opportunity for our members to experience the beauty, scale and intricacy of ‘The Lady and the Unicorn’ Tapestry Series.
On loan from the Musée de Cluny, this tapestry series is a masterpiece of Medieval French Art that has captivated viewers across the centuries.
Revered as a national treasure in France, and known as the 15th-century ‘Mona Lisa of the Middle Ages’ The Lady and the Unicorn tapestry cycle will be making its exclusive appearance in Australia at the Art Gallery of NSW through a generous and exceptional loan from the collection of the Musée de Cluny – Musée National du Moyen Âge in Paris.
The six large tapestries each depict a richly costumed lady flanked by that most mysterious animal, the unicorn, with jewel-like millefleur (‘thousand flowers’) backgrounds. The tapestries present a vivid meditation on earthly pleasures and courtly love. They can also be viewed as an allegory of the five senses – sight, hearing, taste, touch and smell – plus a sixth ‘internal’ sense – heart, desire or will – which was widely known at the time.
A visit to The Lady and the Unicorn will allow a close encounter with one of the world’s greatest treasures.
DATE: Tuesday 20 February 2018
VENUE: Art Gallery of NSW, Art Gallery Road, The Domain, Sydney NSW 2000
TIME: Meet in the foyer of the Art Gallery no later than 9.15am for a 9.30am tour.
COST: $25 Payable on the Day
RSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or 0438469044
RSVP BY: 9 February 2018
Please note that registration for this tour by 9 February 2018 is essential as our numbers determine the number of guides that are required. Full payment is required if you cancel after the clos- by date unless your place can be filled by someone on our waitlist.
TRANSPORT: The NSW Art Gallery is located 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. BUS: Please note that the 441 bus from the Queen Victoria Building does NOT commence its service until 10.00am.

English Conversation Group
2018-02-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Home of Catherine Marsh, 64 Ellalong Road, Cremorne, Sydney, NSW, 2090, Australia
This new group is an opportunity for members who have English as a second language to practise their English in a relaxed, supportive and informal environment away from the noise of a busy café or a large gathering. It is also open to those for whom English is their native language and who enjoy socialising with people of all nationalities and helping them to improve their English.
The group meets at each other’s houses on the 3rd Monday of the month from 2.00pm – 4.00pm.
If you would like to join the English Conversation Group please contact Marianne Pearson on 0414 519103 or mazpearson1@gmail.com
DATE: Monday 19 February 2018
TIME: 2.00pm – 4.00pm
VENUE: Home of Catherine Marsh, 64 Ellalong Rd, Cremorne, 2090
RSVP TO: Marianne Pearson on 0414 519 103 or mazpearson1@gmail.com

Choir
2018-02-19 09:45 - 12:30 | 2a Woonona Road, Northbridge, 2a Woonona Road, Northbridge, Sydney, NSW, 2063, Australia
The SWIC Choir provides an uplifting start to the week, meeting on Monday mornings.
The Choir performs at SWIC functions and charity events. New members are always welcome.
The Choir has its own Facebook page showing photos and videos of past performances – the name is Swic Choir. We hope this encourages you to join.
Contact the Convenor, Linda Shoostovian, at shoostov@bigpond.net.au

Stephanie's Floral Art Class (NOW FULL)
2018-02-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Home of Stephanie Light, 12 Norman Street, Concord, Sydney, NSW, 2137, Australia
This is a new and special activity being offered by SWIC member Stephanie Light. In her class you will learn to do a flower arrangement consisting of a bouquet in a holder, and a small box arrangement. Numbers are restricted to five people so it will be a case of ‘first in first served’.
NOTE: All flowers, boxes and equipment will be provided – just bring yourself!
DATE: Friday 16 February 2018
TIME: 10.00am – 12noon approx.
VENUE: 12 Norman Street, Concord, NSW 2137
COST: $40 per person (to be deposited by Tuesday 13 February 2018)
PAYMENT OPTIONS: By credit to Stephanie’s bank account
Name: Mrs Stephanie Light
BSB No: 032.002
Account No: 562994
Description: Flowers + surname and initial
RSVP TO: stephlight18@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Tuesday 13 February 2018 stating that $40 has been credited to the account
TRANSPORT: Drive to 12 Norman St, Concord

SWIC AGM & 21st Birthday Lunch
2018-02-15 11:00 - 15:00 | NSW Parliament House, 6 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Celebrating 21 Fabulous Years!
Share Friendship, Memories and History
You are warmly invited to attend the SWIC AGM and 21st Birthday Lunch
on Thursday 15 February 2018
at NSW Parliament House, 6 Macquarie Street, Sydney
from 10.45am – 3.00pm
NSW Parliament House, in the heart of Sydney, is the perfect venue to celebrate this very special occasion. For those members who have not visited Parliament House before, it is an opportunity to experience the colonial architecture and the history of ‘The House’. We will be dining in the Strangers’ Dining Room where floor to ceiling glass windows provide panoramic views of Sydney’s iconic Domain.
The SWIC AGM commences promptly at 11.00am in the Strangers’ Dining Room
The formal notice of the AGM is posted on the website Noticeboard.
Please take a moment to open and read it through, as it contains important information.
The 21st BIRTHDAY LUNCH commences at 12 noon in the Strangers’ Dining Room
The Birthday Lunch will commence at 12 noon when canapes and welcome drinks will be served. This will be followed by a three-course Birthday Lunch, including a special birthday dessert. Wine and soft drinks will be served with lunch.
The cost of the lunch is $85 per person (members only)
RSVP by Wednesday 31 January 2018 to Angie Dickinson at swictreasurer@gmail.com
Please advise of any special dietary requirements.
Payment options for the lunch are shown below.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Payment Option 1: By Credit Card through the Payments page on the SWIC website
Payment Option 2: Online (direct deposit) into the SWIC bank account
Account Name: SWIC Inc. BSB: 112-879 Account#: 431019281 Description: B/day + Surname and Initial
IMPORTANT SECURITY INFORMATION FOR VISITORS TO PARLIAMENT HOUSE
Please note that there is a compulsory security screening process (similar to airport security) prior to the entry to Parliament House so please allow approximately 15 minutes for this. For those members wishing to arrive a little early there is a current art exhibition, historical information and artefacts in the main foyer to enjoy, as well as a small café that serves tea and coffee. This is at your own expense.
TRANSPORT: Public Transport advisable

Explore Sydney Walk - Wollongong History Walk
2018-02-14 09:00 - 14:00 | Wollongong, Sydney, NSW, 2500, Australia
This walk takes us from the railway station at Wollongong through historical streets to the foreshore, where will shall see the old and new lighthouse and the old cannons which were used to protect the harbour , and Belmore Basin which was used to export coal and is now home to the fishing fleet. It is mostly flat walking, but good walking shoes are required.
DATE: Wednesday 14 February 2018
TIME: Approx. 9.00am until 2.00pm depending on the travelling time on the train and walk
VENUE: Exact meeting place and time will be emailed to those who RSVP
COST: Fish and chips at own expense from local café Nonadel (very good!!)
RSVP TO: swic.exploresydneywalk@gmail.com – Mary Williams 0416 090842 and Steph Light 0422 733414
RSVP BY: Sunday 11 February 2018
TRANSPORT: Train from Central Station to Wollongong and return trip to be advised

Book Group
2018-02-13 13:30 - 15:30
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 2019 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

Choir
2018-02-12 09:45 - 12:30, 2018-02-05 09:45 - 12:30
The SWIC Choir provides an uplifting start to the week, meeting on Monday mornings.
The Choir performs at SWIC functions and charity events. New members are always welcome.
Contact the Convenor, Linda Shoostovian for further details at shoostov@bigpond.net.au

Challenging Walk - 'Twilight Walk': Manly to Spit Bridge
2018-02-06 16:00 - 19:00 | Manly, Sydney, NSW, Australia
DATE: Tuesday 6 February 2018
TIME & MEETING POINT: TBA when replying
As February is one of Sydney’s hottest months, and in an effort to avoid walking during the hottest part of the day, we have decided to conduct our walk in February as a ‘Twilight Walk’.
Our walk will begin in Manly and finish at the Spit Bridge. This walk offers magnificent harbour views, varied terrain, and requires a good level of fitness. The walk will take around 3 hours to complete.
If you would like to join our walk, please contact either:
Jenny Goode: goodejenny@msn.com or Sue Gunter: susan.gunter@btinternet.com

Morning Tea - SWIC Feedback/Discussion + 'Kitbag for Kids' Charity
2018-01-30 10:30 - 12:30 | Home of Catherine Marsh, 64 Ellalong Road, Cremorne, Sydney, NSW, 2090, Australia
It’s SWIC chat time at January’s Morning Tea. Our President Catherine Marsh will lead a group discussion on SWIC – the past, present and future. We can also answer any questions you have on getting the most out of the SWIC website.
Ladies please come with a ‘handbag full’ of suggestions, recommendations and feedback which will be used to ensure we meet our members’ expectations and continually improve our club for the benefit of all members. Some thought starters …events, interest groups, communication, timing, fun, travel, culture, members, plus so much more ……Remember, there’s no such thing as a bad idea.
Also, Dean White, founder of Kit Bag for Kids will be giving us an overview of his charity. Kit Bag for Kids is a registered charity that provides quality sporting equipment to disadvantaged Aussie kids who would otherwise go without. Dean is the son-in-law of Book Club Convenor, Liz Polednik.
Our International Morning Teas will resume on Tuesday 13 March 2018.
DATE: Tuesday, 30 January 2018
TIME: 10.30am – 12.30pm
VENUE: Our hostess is Catherine Marsh, 64 Ellalong Road, Cremorne NSW 2090
COST: No cost
RSVP TO: Jill Watson – watsongillian8@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Sunday 28 January 2018
TRANSPORT:
Driving – there is lots of untimed street parking available
Public Transport – 243 bus from Wynyard Stand A departs at 9.31am or 10.31am arriving 16 minutes later. Get off at the bus stop on the corner of Macpherson St and Ellalong Rd. It is a 2-minute walk from here.
Alternatively, a 10-minute walk from Military Road. Bus stop – Cabramatta Rd on Military Road, near the Orpheum. Keep walking down Macpherson St until you get to Ellalong Rd which is near the bottom of the hill on the LH side.

Bridge (NS)
2018-01-29 13:00 - 16:30 | Australia
SWIC Bridge is played at two different venues every Monday afternoon.
The North Shore Bridge Group meets on Monday afternoons from 1.00pm – 4.30pm at the Mosman RSL, Military Road, Mosman. For further information contact the Convenor, Toni Ingram on 0417 659 642 or at gerardij@aol.com

AUSTRALIA DAY
2018-01-26
