GOOD FRIDAY
2019-04-19 | NSW

Evening Social Group - Trivia Night at the Orient Hotel, The Rocks
2019-04-18 18:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Orient Hotel (Top Floor), 89 George St, The Rocks, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Come out for a fun evening of testing your knowledge or if you’re like us — learning a lot of trivial information. Hosted by Bill from iQ Trivia, it’s the best way to spend your Thursday evening with friends. iQ stands for interesting questions, and that’s what will be asked. We can guarantee that you won’t know the answers to everything, but you will enjoy arguing and laughing about the answers. And we can guarantee that you won’t get through the show on autopilot without having to think. So come out for a night of learning, laughs, and fun.
DATE: Thursday 18 April 2019
TIME: 6:00pm – for Trivia start at 6:30pm
VENUE: The Orient Hotel (top floor), 89 George St, The Rocks, NSW 2000
COST: Free for Trivia. Food/Bar costs will be up to each individual
RSVP TO: swicsoceve@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Friday 12 April 2019
TRANSPORT:
Trains and Ferries to Circular Quay, only a 500m walk up George Street.
Buses 333 from the Eastern Suburbs, Buses 392,396,399 from the city, and Buses M30 or B1 from the North Shore

Café Society – Café Mosman
2019-04-18 12:00 - 14:00 | Cafe Mosman, 6/611 Military Road, Mosman, Sydney, NSW, 2088, Australia
Join us for lunch at Café Mosman in April. The café is located beside the Mosman Library and has a quiet shaded courtyard and sunny tables facing onto Military Road. The menu is quite extensive and interesting and food, juices and coffees are at reasonable prices.
DATE: 18 April 2019
TIME: 12.00 noon – 2.00 pm
VENUE: Café Mosman (MosCafe), 6/611 Military Road, Mosman NSW 2088
COST: Please bring cash and change to pay for your own lunch and tip (and remember your name badge )
RSVP TO: Penny Murray at penny.m@me.com or on 0409 867 776
RSVP BY: 11 April 2019
TRANSPORT: Bus to Spit Junction, then a minutes’ walk towards Mosman Library

Short Walk - Along the Goods Line
2019-04-17 10:30 - 11:30 | The Goods Line, Ultimo Pedestrian Network, Ultimo, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
This is a 2 km flat walk along The Goods Line in central Sydney. The Goods Line is the site of an old busy railway freight corridor opened in 1855 and closed in 1984. It is now a path surrounded by important cultural, educational and media institutions. Information is provided along the route.
The path ends at the Powerhouse Museum where we can have a coffee. People may then choose to return to Central via the Light Rail, or have a stroll around the Chinatown area.
DATE: Wednesday 17 April 2019
TIME: 10.30am – 11.30am
VENUE: Meet at the sculpture/fountain in Henry Deane Plaza, Lee Street, Sydney 2000 (Western end of the tunnel from Central Station, and next to Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Central and Railway Square YHA)
COST: No cost, except for any refreshments on the day
RSVP TO: shortwalks.swicsydney@gmail.com or phone Christine Powell on 0439 840 944
RSVP BY: Tuesday 15 April 2019
TRANSPORT: Train, bus or light rail to Central Station

Art & Culture - Scenic Sculptures in the Rainforest (Day trip to the Blue Mountains) (WAITLIST)
2019-04-16 08:00 - 18:00 | Scenic World, Cnr Violet St & Cliff Drive, Katoomba, Sydney, NSW, 2780, Australia
Join us on an Art & Culture adventure to a unique outdoor gallery in the towering Jurassic rain forest in the heart of the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains.
‘Sculpture at Scenic World’ is one of Australia’s premier sculpture exhibitions with over 25 works by local, national and international artists, that capture the imaginations of young and old. The works range from subtle sculptures to bold installations that explore themes such as the environment, heritage and culture.
Our adventure starts with an exhilarating ride on either the Scenic Railway (the world’s steepest railway) with the iconic Three Sisters as a backdrop or by Cable Way, accompanied by our guides. Our SWIC tour takes us along the Lillipilli Trail to view the sculptures – approximately 2.5 km of easy accessible walking. Additional information on the tour and details of the organisation for the day will be provided on receipt of your RSVP. You may wish to check out https://www.sculptureatscenicworld.com.au/
DATE: Tuesday 16 April 2019
TIME: Full Day – 8.00am – 6.00pm approximately
Kay Nicholas and Alison Ross (Art & Culture Convenors) will accompany those members who wish to travel by train and bus. We will meet at Central Railway station at 8.00am. Details of Station Number and precise train departure times from both Central and Katoomba will be given nearer to the time of the event.
For those travelling by private vehicle we will meet you at Scenic World at 11.00am. Details of Meeting Point will be given nearer to the time of the event.
VENUE: Scenic World, corner of Violet Street & Cliff Drive, Katoomba, NSW2780
The venue is three kilometres from Katoomba’s village centre and railway station.
COST: $48.00. Please be aware that there will be no refunds after the 30 March 2019 cut- off date unless your place can be filled by someone on the Wait List. SWIC’s discounted price includes entry to Scenic Sculptures; a two hour private guided tour; unlimited rides on the Scenic Railway, Sky Way and Cable Way; entry to the Cultural Centre in Katoomba to view small sculpture exhibition (optional).
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Payment Option 1: By Credit Card through the Payments menu on the SWIC 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: Event + your initial and surname
RSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or on 0438 469 044
RSVP BY: 5 April 2019 – Please be advised that 5 April 2019 is the final date for an RSVP and payment. An early RSVP to avoid disappointment is advised. RSVPs received after the close date will be wait listed.
Kindly advise whether you will be travelling with SWIC by train, or going by private car.
TRANSPORT:

By Rail to Katoomba – Sydney Trains Blue Mountains Line leaves from Central or Strathfield Stations (approximately 2 hour journey). From Katoomba it is a 15 minute bus ride (686 Bus) to disembark at Scenic World main building. You can use your OPAL Card on train and bus. Note: Buses will run every 15 minutes during the Exhibition.
By Private Vehicle to Scenic World Katoomba. Approximately two hours travel time by car from Sydney. There is free parking on site.

Singles' Sunday Brunch - Dunbar House (WAITLIST)
2019-04-14 10:00 - 12:30 | Dunbar House, 9 Marine Parade, Watsons Bay, Sydney, NSW, 2030, Australia
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. For members who are on their own.
DATE: Sunday 14 April 2019 (Singles’ Sunday Brunch will then occur on the second Sunday of the month going forward)
TIME: 10.00am – 12.30pm
VENUE: Dunbar House, 9 Marine Parade, Watsons Bay, NSW 2030
COST: Individuals to pay for themselves on the day – please bring cash as there are no split bills
RSVP TO: Yvonne Harding and Lou-anne Folder at singlessundaybrunch@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Monday 8 April 2019
TRANSPORT:
Ferry to Watsons Bay from Circular Quay / Manly
Bus route 324 / 325 from Circular Quay
Car – limited street parking

Stephanie's Floral Arrangement for Easter
2019-04-12 10:30 - 12:30 | Home of Catherine Marsh, 64 Ellalong Road, Cremorne, Sydney, NSW, 2090, Australia
In this class we will be making an Easter floral arrangement in a basket. Numbers are limited to 10 members, so it’s on a first come first served basis.
DATE: Friday 12 April 2019
TIME: 10.30am to 12.30pm approx
VENUE: Home of Catherine Marsh, 64 Ellalong Rd, Cremorne, NSW 2090
COST: $40 (includes all materials)
PAYMENT OPTIONS: Payment to Steph’s bank account by Tuesday 9 April 2019
Account Name: Stephanie Light
BSB No: 032-002
Account No: 562994
Description: Surname + Flowers
RSVP TO: Stephanie Light at stephlight18@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Tuesday 9 April 2019, advising that you are coming and that $40 has been credited to Steph’s bank account
TRANSPORT: By car or buses from the city. Plenty of off street parking

Explore Sydney Walk - Cockatoo Island
2019-04-10 10:30 - 12:00 | Cockatoo Island, Sydney Harbour, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Although this walk is around 4 kms, not our usual 7 kms, Cockatoo Island is a very historical part of Sydney, with interesting terrain and walks abundant with heritage features. It is the largest island in Sydney Harbour, and was off-limits to the public for more than 100 years. Originally a convict prison from 1839-1869, from 1857-1991 it became one of Australia’s longest running dockyards and ship building complexes.
We will travel over to the island by ferry.
DATE: Wednesday 10 April 2019
TIME: 10.30 am – 12 noon
VENUE: The exact meeting place and time will be emailed to those who RSVP
COST: Lunch at own expense at Vessel Dining & Bar at Barangaroo
RSVP TO: Steph Light and Mary Williams at swic.exploresydneywalk@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Saturday 6 April 2019. Please indicate if you will be staying for lunch, to facilitate the restaurant booking
TRANSPORT: By ferry, time to be advised

International Morning Tea - Indonesia (WAITLIST)
2019-04-09 10:30 - 12:30 | Home of Sinta Ekawati, 25 Kent Road, Rose Bay, Sydney, NSW, 2029, Australia
Our host Sinta Ekawati, welcomes SWIC members to the beautiful Wisma Indonesia (Consulate) to enjoy a morning of Indonesian culture, music and cuisine.
Sinta’s husband, the Consul General of Indonesia, will be welcoming SWIC members. Sinta has also arranged a short presentation about ‘Spices and Herbs from Indonesia’ by Mr. Ian Burnet (the writer of “Spice Islands”). He’s an Australian who was working at the oil company before retiring. Plus, we’ll be entertained with a cultural performance of Indonesian dance and music.
Indonesia is located among ancient trading routes and is rich with botanical resources. It is the world’s largest archipelago, boasting over 17,000 islands which have attracted traders, adventurers and pirates from all over the world throughout its history. Indonesia has more than 300 ethnic groups, and each region is home to distinctive cuisines and flavours, many of which can be traced back through an exciting history with influences from both east and west. The country’s soil and climate support a number of agricultural crops, with rice being Indonesia’s most important staple food. Dated back as early as 2300 B.C, rice normally accompanies every meal and is often the main ingredient for desserts and beverages.
DATE: Tuesday 9 April 2019
TIME: 10.30am – 12.30pm
VENUE: The home of Sinta Ekawati, 25 Kent Road, Rose Bay NSW 2029
COST: No cost
RSVP TO: Jill Watson at watsongillian8@gmail.com or 0481 846 898
RSVP BY: Wednesday 3 April 2019 at the latest as SWIC needs to provide a list of names and contact details of attendees to meet Consulate protocol
TRANSPORT:
Car: Limited street parking and we suggest car sharing.
Bus: Buses depart from the city Stand A York Street QVB. The 324 departing at 9.39am will arrive at 10.11am. Alight at Rose Bay RSL Club Rose Bay on New South Head Road. It’s a short walk.
Ferry: from Circular Quay to Rose Bay. Depart wharf No. 2 at 10.17am. It’s a few minutes’ walk to Kent Street.

Ladies Who Lunch – Ripples Chowder Bay
2019-04-03 12:15 - 14:15 | Ripples Chowder Bay, Chowder Bay Rd, Mosman, NSW 2088, Sydney, NSW, 2088, Australia
In April we will go to Ripples Chowder Bay, located in Mosman and offering beautiful and tranquil views of the famous Clifton Gardens Bay. The building was once reserved for secret military operations to defend Sydney Harbour. Featuring a modern Australian menu with European influences, Head Chef Kristian Gamble uses only the freshest seasonal produce to create simple flavoursome dishes.
Stay tuned for the May lunch: Eiju Japanese Fusion Restaurant in Pyrmont
DATE: 3 April 2019
TIME: 12:15pm – 2:15pm
VENUE: Ripples Chowder Bay (Building 7C), Chowder Bay Rd, Mosman, NSW 2088
COST: $48.00 (includes a shared focaccia, a choice of main with sides, gelato and a glass of wine). Additional drinks at your own expense.
PAYMENT OPTIONS: Pay before 27 March 2019
Payment Option 1: 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: LWL + your initial and surname
RSVP TO: Sandy Tay at sgtay@yahoo.com and Sue Roberts suejackharry@yahoo.com.au
RSVP BY: 27 March 2019
TRANSPORT: There are metered parking spaces and a few spaces for cars with NSW Parks stickers at Chowder Bay. Bus 244 operates between Wynyard Station at Carrington Street and Chowder Bay (last stop) every hour.

Theatre Group - "The Miser"
2019-04-02 18:30 - 21:30 | The Playhouse, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
First performed in 1668, The Miser is the well-known satire by French playwright Molière, known for other classics such as Tartuffe and The Misanthrope.
In this performance, starring John Bell, the Founder of Bell Shakespeare, The Miser is directed by Peter Evans and is based on a new contemporary version of Molière’s play written by Justin Fleming.
It is a play about family dynamics and greed. It is about the power of money – and those who are seduced by it. In the world of The Miser, passion and penny-pinching go head to head in a ribald comedy of manners. Wealthy skinflint, Harpagon is so cheap he’d rather bury his money in the backyard and steal oats from his horse before seeing a dollar spent. This is a man who loves nothing more than his beloved cash – not even his own children. As Peter Evans says, “This is a delightful farce about a tight-arse lacking in class.”
DATE: Tuesday 2 April 2019
TIME: 6.30pm. The show runs for approximately 2 hours 35 minutes, with one interval
VENUE: The Playhouse, Sydney Opera House
TICKETS: Back row tickets – $55, middle row – $75, front row – $95 + booking fee. We have purchased back row tickets and most are still available.
To buy your tickets visit https://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/events/whats-on/bell-shakespeare/2019/the-miser-tickets.html or call the Box Office on 1300 305 730.
PRE-THEATRE DINNER: There will also be the option to join us for a pre-theatre dinner at ‘Portside’, which is on the same site as the theatre, at 5.00pm. We will book the table when we know the numbers.
RSVP TO: Judith Nguyen at nguyenjm@bigpond.net.au
RSVP BY: 22 March 2019

Challenging Walk - Bundeena to Marley Beach
2019-04-02 09:00 - 14:00 | Bundeena Wharf, Bundeena, Sydney, NSW, 2230, Australia
April’s walk will be approximately 11km long and will consist of some street walking before heading into the Royal National Park. Inside the park we will traverse boardwalks, flat paths, rocky surfaces and be confronted with some steps. It is suggested that walkers bring a packed lunch to have at Marley Beach, after which we will retrace our steps back to Bundeena.
DATE: 2 April 2019
TIME: TBA
RSVP TO: Jenny Goode at goodejenny@msn.com or Sue Gunter at susan.gunter@btinternet.com
RSVP BY: Thursday 28 March 2019
TRANSPORT: Train from Town Hall to Cronulla. Ferry to Bundeena and return.
Cost of Ferries each way is $6.80 (concession is $3.40). Opal cards are not accepted on this ferry.

Evening Book Group - "Transcription" at Cafe 1812
2019-04-01 17:45 - 20:30 | Imperial Hotel, Paddington, 252 Oxford St, Paddington, NSW, 2010, Australia
This month we will be reviewing “Transcription” by Kate Atkinson ‘An unapologetic novel of ideas which is also wise, funny and paced like a thriller.’ (Observer).
DATE: Monday 1 April 2019
TIME: 5.45pm – 8.30pm (book discussion to commence around 6.30pm)
VENUE: Cafe 1812, a cafe and wine bar inside Berkelouw Books, 19 Oxford Street, Paddington, NSW 2021. See ‘About the venue’ below.
COST: Pay for your own drinks/ food
RSVP TO: Caroline Frangopoulos at cmfrangopoulos@gmail.com or mobile 0420 395 996
RSVP BY: 29 March 2019
TRANSPORT:
By Train: 19 Oxford Street, Paddington is a 10-15 minute walk from Museum Station up Oxford Street, located on the city side of the Victoria Barracks. Beware as Oxford St renumbers in each suburb, so walk past 19 Oxford St, Darlinghurst!
By Bus: From the city you can take the following bus routes which all stop opposite the store: 333, 380, 440, or the Metrobus M40.
By Car: Parking
St Vincent’s Hospital Public Car Park, Victoria St. Flat rate AUD 11 after 4pm

About the book:
”In 1940, eighteen-year old Juliet Armstrong is reluctantly recruited into the world of espionage. Sent to an obscure department of MI5 tasked with monitoring the comings and goings of British Fascist sympathizers, she discovers the work to be by turns both tedious and terrifying. But after the war has ended, she presumes the events of those years have been relegated to the past for ever.
Ten years later, now a producer at the BBC, Juliet is unexpectedly confronted by figures from her past. A different war is being fought now, on a different battleground, but Juliet finds herself once more under threat. A bill of reckoning is due, and she finally begins to realize that there is no action without consequence.
Transcription is a work of rare depth and texture, a bravura modern novel of extraordinary power, wit and empathy. It is a triumphant work of fiction from one of this country’s most exceptional writers.”
About the venue:
Aside from abundant inspiration for our book list it has a lovely wine bar and cafe on the first floor which is where we will meet. There is reasonably priced parking nearby as well as plenty of buses that stop just outside.
More at: http://berkelouw.com.au/stores/paddington
Books for upcoming meetings:
We are currently voting for our April, May and June books. Votes close 22 March and the Q2 reading list will subsequently be posted on the SWIC website. If you would like to vote and do not have the list, please contact Caroline to get added to our email distribution list.

Monthly Activity - Behind the Scenes: Garvan Institute of Medical Research
2019-03-28 13:30 - 15:00 | Garvan Institute of Medical Research, 384 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst, Sydney, NSW, 2010, Australia
The Garvan Institute of Medical Research is an Australian biomedical research institute specialising in genetic and molecular technologies. You may remember their fascinating presentation at the SWIC Christmas luncheon in December 2018.
In 2014 Garvan became one of only three organisations in the world with the next generation of genome sequencing giving the ability to predict, prevent and treat disease. Founded in 1963, Garvan’s research is focused on the major diseases that affect today’s society: cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis and Parkinson’s disease, as well as eating disorders, autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. They study the interlinked causes from genetics to lifestyle and diet.
In this tour, we will be learning about their history, their breakthrough research and touring the state-of-the-art scientific facility which houses some of the world’s best scientific minds under one roof.
DATE: Thursday 28 March 2019
TIME: 1.15pm for 1.30pm start. Finish around 2.45pm – 3.00pm
VENUE: Garvan Institute of Medical Research, 384 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
COST: The tour is free but a small cash donation will be welcome. This will be collected on the day and donated to the Garvan Institute.
RSVP TO: Kesty Pringgoharjono, Monthly Activities Coordinator, at activity.swicsydney@gmail.com
RSVP BY: 15 March 2019. First come first serve due to limited space.
TRANSPORT:

Buses : 389,325,324,311 (Please check which route best suits)
Car: No parking available
Train: Kings Cross station + 7-10 minutes’ walk

Ladies' Night Out - 'Zeta Bar'
2019-03-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Zeta Bar, Level 4, Hilton, 488 George Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Zeta Bar offers an exclusive terrace escape in the heart of Sydney’s CBD, overlooking Queen Victoria Building. Sample award-winning cocktails crafted by Zeta mixologists and discover how we push the boundaries of Sydney’s cocktail culture.
DATE: Wednesday 27 March 2019
TIME: 6.00pm to 8.00pm
VENUE: Zeta Bar, Level 4, Hilton Sydney, 488 George Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
COST: Pay for your own drinks and food at the Bar
RSVP TO: Sangeeta Gupta at swicniteout@gmail.com or on 0423 416007
RSVP BY: Friday 22 March 2019
TRANSPORT: Train or Bus to Town Hall

Theatre Group - "Every Brilliant Thing" at Belvoir
2019-03-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Belvoir St Theatre, 25 Belvoir Street, Surry Hills, Sydney, NSW, 2010, Australia
As indicated in our February notice for “Mary Stuart”, in March we will see Kate Mulvany the actor, in a one woman play called Every Brilliant Thing by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe.
“One of the funniest plays you’ll ever see about depression – and possibly one of the funniest plays you’ll ever see, full stop”. The Guardian.
DATE: Tuesday 26 March 2019
TIME: 6.30pm
VENUE: Belvoir Upstairs Theatre, 18-25 Belvoir Street, Surry Hills.
TICKETS: Single tickets for this production (i.e. assuming you have not purchased a package as a Belvoir subscriber) went on sale from 29 January 2019 and are selling fast. As this performance is in the round there are not really any ‘bad’ places to sit.
Purchase your tickets at belvoir.com.au or ring the box office on 9699 3444.
RSVP TO: Judith Nguyen at nguyenjm@bigpond.net.au
RSVP BY: 20 March 2019
A pre- or post-theatre get together will be arranged for those who RSVP.

Movie Group
2019-03-26 10:00 - 12:30 | United Cinemas Opera Quays, 1 Macquarie Street, East Circular Quay, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Movie Group meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month.
VENUE: Dendy Quays Cinema (between Circular Quay and the Opera House)
COST: Please buy your ticket when you arrive at the theatre. For reduced prices and other benefits, you can join Club Dendy at reception or online.
RSVP: Iolanda Capodanno and Grace Mroz (contactable on movie.swicsydney@gmail.com) are the Movie Group Convenors but there is no need to RSVP – just come along. Meet before the film in the foyer of the cinema
APRES FILM (Optional): After the movie screening, we meet at Buckley’s Pub/Cafe, East Circular Quay, 7 Macquarie Street – a four-minute walk from Dendy Cinema Opera Quays. See the website at https://www.buckleyssydney.com.au Please note there is no coffee or tea available. We have a flexible booking al fresco under ‘SWIC Movie Group’ at approx. 12noon+.
Movies for this month are shown below.

10.10am: Sometimes Always Never PG Comedy Drama (1hr 31mins)
10.40am: Hotel Mumbai M (2hrs 05mins)
11.30am: Swimming with Men M Comedy (1hr 34mins)

10.10am: 1. SOMETIMES ALWAYS NEVER-PG Comedy Drama(1hr 31m)

Alan is a stylish tailor with moves as sharp as his suits. He has spent years searching tirelessly for his missing son Michael who stormed out over a game of Scrabble. With a body to identify and his family torn apart, Alan must repair the relationship with his youngest son Peter and solve the mystery of an online player who he thinks could be Michael, so he can finally move on and reunite his family.
Cast: Bill Nighy, Sam Riley, Jenny Agutter, Alice Lowe
Director: Carl Hunter
Release date: 14 March 2019
10.40am: 2.HOTEL MUMBAI M15+: Drama (2hrs 05mins)

Based on the true story of the devastating terrorist attack on the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in 2008. The terrifying assault brings together the guests and staff of the luxurious hotel including wealthy new parents David and Zahra (Armie Hammer and Nazanin Boniadi), Russian businessman Vasili (Jason Issacs) and newly promoted waiter Arjun (Dev Patel) in a desperate fight for survival. This story celebrates humanity, compassion, courage, resilience and the unwavering desire to survive.
Cast: Dev Patel, Armie Hammer, Tilda Cobham-Hervey, Nazanin Boniadi, Jason Isaacs, Anupam Kher
Director: Anthony Maras
Release date: 14 March 2019
11.30am: 3. SWIMMING WITH MEN-M:Comedy (1hr 34mins)

Sync or Swim.
Rob Brydon stars alongside a talented British cast in this comedy that tips its (swimming) cap at beloved British comedies such as The Full Monty and Calendar Girls. Inspired by the Dylan Williams 2010 documentary, Men Who Swim, SWIMMING WITH MEN tells the story of a man (Brydon) who is suffering a mid-life crisis and eventually finds new meaning to his life as part of an all-male, middle-aged, amateur synchronised swimming team. Together they make a bid to compete at the unofficial Male Sync-Swimming World Championships, and no doubt a shot at personal redemption along the way.
Cast: Rob Brydon, Jane Horrocks, Rupert Graves, Charlotte Riley, Jim Carter, Adeel Akhtar, Daniel Mays, Thomas Turgoose, Nathaniel Parker
Director: Oliver Parker
Release date: 21 March 2019

Go Saturday - Living History at Susannah Place Museum
2019-03-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Susannah Place Museum, 58–64 Gloucester Street, The Rocks, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
A visit to Susannah Place Museum is like opening a family album – the stories inside could belong to anyone, in any part of the world. They are ordinary lives, yet lives that have left an extraordinary legacy in modern Sydney’s oldest neighbourhood. Join Go Saturday for a tour of Sydney’s living history.
DATE: Saturday 23 March 2019
TIME: 2.00pm-4.00pm
VENUE: Susannah Place, 58–64 Gloucester Street, The Rocks, Sydney 2000
COST: $12 ($8 Concession)
RSVP TO: Sian Ware on 0412 937 485 or sianware1@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Thursday 21 March 2019
TRANSPORT: Make your own way there. Meet outside by 2.00pm
Website: https://sydneylivingmuseums.com.au/susannah-place-museum

Evening Social Group - Paddington Walking Tour
2019-03-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Royal Hospital for Women, Glenmore Road, Paddington, Sydney, NSW, 2021, Australia
Paddington is the largest intact Victorian precinct in the world. Come and learn about this unique area in a 90 minute walk. With our Guide, we will visit Oxford Street with its historic buildings for the gentry; William Street, where workmen’s cottages have transformed into craft retailers; typical laneways clearly designed for horse drawn traps; leafy Paddington; artistic Paddington; and finish at one of Paddington’s entertainment hubs, ‘Five Ways’ where dinner will be an option around 7.30pm.
DATE: Thursday 21 March 2019
TIME: Tour 5:30pm for a 5:45pm start and Dinner option at 7:30pm* Please indicate if you will be staying for dinner
VENUE: Meeting point – the ‘Egg Swing’, Royal Hospital for Women Park, Glenmore Road, Paddington NSW 2021
COST: Free for walking tour. Dinner cost will be up to each individual
RSVP TO: Sharon Lowe and Judi Ludowyke at swicsoceve@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Thursday 14 March 2019
TRANSPORT: 389 Bus from CBD (Elizabeth Street) – ask for RHW stop just before ‘Five Ways’.
With easy access to either the 389 bus or a quick 5-6 minute walk from Oxford Street – transport buses 333, 352, & 440. From the Victoria Barracks stop, walk back to Shadforth St, turn right on Shadforth, then turn right on Walker Lane and then left onto Brown St, where the gardens are located. Walk through the gardens to the ‘Egg Swing’.

Café Society - MCA Café & Sculpture Terrace
2019-03-21 12:00 - 14:00 | Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA), 140 George Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
For our second Café Society of the year, we will go to the popular and scenic café on Level 4 of the Museum of Contemporary Art in The Rocks. You may also like to view some of the current exhibitions before or after lunch.
DATE: 21 March 2019
TIME: 12.00 Noon
VENUE: MCA Café & Sculpture Terrace, Level 4, Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA), 140 George Street, The Rocks, Sydney NSW 2000
COST: Please bring cash and change to pay for your own lunch and tip (and remember your name badge)
RSVP TO: Penny Murray at penny.m@me.com or on 0409 867 776
RSVP BY: 14 March 2019
TRANSPORT: Train, Bus or Ferry to Circular Quay

Short Walk - Circular Quay to Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool
2019-03-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Circular Quay, Sydney Cove, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Join us for a stroll along the iconic Sydney Harbour foreshore. We will meet at Wharf 2 Circular Quay, follow the foreshore past the Opera House onto Mrs Macquarie Chair, and finish for a well-earned coffee at Andrew (Boy) Charlton Poolside Café. The walk is basically a flat 3 km but does include a very short 5 metre uphill segment.
If you wish to finish at the café there is a bus-stop just outside for the 441 service which will take you to Town Hall. If you are interested in extending the walk there is an option to continue through the beautiful Botanical Gardens to either Circular Quay or to the Macquarie Street exits which gives more transport options.
DATE: Wednesday 20 March 2019
TIME: 10.00am – 11.00am
VENUE: Meet outside Wharf 2, Circular Quay. This is the closest pier to the Opera House servicing Manly Ferries.
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COST: Coffee at own expense at the Poolside Cafe
RSVP TO: Anna Miller on 0466 884 942 and Christine Powell on 0439 840 944 or shortwalks.swicsydney@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Sunday 20 March 2019

Art & Culture - Heaven and earth in Chinese art
2019-03-19 09:30 - 11:00 | Art Gallery of NSW, Art Gallery Road, The Domain, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
This exhibition of treasures from the National Palace Museum, Taipei, is a rare opportunity to see some of the highest artistic achievements across 5000 years of Chinese history
In March we return to the Art Gallery of NSW for a private tour of this remarkable exhibition. The National Palace Museum, Taipei, holds one of the finest collections of Chinese art in the world. Accumulated by emperors over centuries, this collection was, for hundreds of years, accessible only to the imperial elite. It is now rarely seen outside Taipei.
Celebrating the rich heritage of Chinese civilisation through the ancient concept of unity or harmony between heaven, nature and humanity – Heaven and earth in Chinese art presents a series of 87 artworks including paintings, calligraphy, illustrated books, bronzes, ceramics, jade and wood carvings, dating from the Neolithic period to the 19th century.
This is the first time the collection has travelled to the southern hemisphere and it is unlikely to be seen in Australia again. The Art Gallery of NSW in Sydney is the exclusive venue.
DATE: Tuesday 19 March 2019
TIME: Meet outside the main entrance of the Art Gallery no later than 9.20am for a 9.30am tour
VENUE: Art Gallery of NSW, Art Gallery Road, The Domain, Sydney NSW 2000
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.
COST: Adult $25.00 or $20 for NSW Seniors Card holders
PAYMENT OPTIONS: Payable on the day. Please have the correct money in an envelope clearly labelled with your name and either ADULT/SENIOR
RSVP TO: Kay Nicholas Email: kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or on 0438 469 044
RSVP BY: Monday 11 March 2019. Please note that an early RSVP is advised as places are limited.
TRANSPORT: Public Transport is recommended or by car – park in The Domain Car Park St Mary’s Road (Wilson Car Park).
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

Explore Sydney Walk - Rhodes to Newington
2019-03-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Rhodes, Rhodes, Sydney, NSW, 2138, Australia
This walk is approximately 5kms, and is over the recently constructed Bennelong Bridge from Rhodes to Wentworth Point. We then follow the Parramatta River towards Sydney Olympic Park and on to the Armory Wharf Cafe in Blaxland Riverside Park, Newington.
DATE: Wednesday 13 March 2019
TIME: Approx. 10.30am – 12.00pm (maybe a little after)
VENUE: Exact meeting place and time will be emailed to those who RSVP
COST: Lunch at own expense at Armory Wharf Cafe
RSVP TO: swic.exploresydneywalk@gmail.com Please indicate if you will be staying for lunch, to facilitate the restaurant booking
RSVP BY: Saturday 2 March 2019
TRANSPORT: By train. Limited 4 hour parking is available

International Morning Tea - New Zealand
2019-03-12 10:30 - 12:30 | At the home of Jennifer Hansen, 4 Fairfax Road, Bellevue Hill, Sydney, NSW, 2023, Australia
Kiwis love their food – fresh, diverse and delicious. New Zealand cuisine is largely driven by local ingredients and seasonal variations. An island nation with a primarily agricultural economy, New Zealand yields produce from land and sea. Similar to the cuisine of Australia, the cuisine of New Zealand is a diverse British-based cuisine, with Mediterranean and Pacific Rim influences as the country has become more cosmopolitan.
Historical influences came from Māori culture. New American cuisine, Southeast Asian, East Asian, and South Asian culinary traditions have become popular in NZ since the 1970s.
A big thank you to Jennifer Hansen and the Team New Zealand ladies for hosting our NZ morning tea.
DATE: Tuesday 12 March 2019
TIME: 10.30am – 12.30pm
VENUE: Our hostess is Jennifer Hansen and the NZ team, 4 Fairfax Road, Bellevue Hill, NSW 2023
COST: No cost
RSVP TO: We have limited numbers so please RSVP early to watsongillian8@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Tuesday 5 March 2019
TRANSPORT:
Street parking – Limited street parking available. Alternatively, 2 hours fee parking is available in the Woolworths car park, Double Bay. It’s a short (5 mins) uphill walk.
Ferry – Departs at 9.57am from Circular Quay Wharf 2 to Double Bay. Please reconfirm the Wharf on the day.
Bus Transport – buses depart from the city Stand A York Street QVB 9.47am bus 324, 10.02am bus no. 325 and alight at the cnr William Street & New South Head Road.

Art Class
2019-03-07 09:30 - 12:00 | Into-Arts Studio, 71 Ryedale Road, West Ryde, Sydney, NSW, 2114, Australia
Come and enjoy a fun, relaxing art class, filled with experimentation of techniques and colour. There’s something for everyone, and anyone can come along. No drawing or other experience is needed, as I work individually with each participant. To see some idea of what we’ll be doing, check out my art page at here.
DATE: Thursday 7 March 2019
TIME: 9.30am -12.00pm
VENUE: Into-Arts Studio, 71 Ryedale Road, West Ryde, NSW 2114
COST: $50.00 Cash payment on the day to Lois
RSVP TO: Lois Winter at loiswinter@outlook.com or 0423 751 174
RSVP BY: 6 March 2019
TRANSPORT: The studio is very close to West Ryde train station

Ladies Who Lunch - Yum Cha at 'Marigold'
2019-03-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Marigold Chinese Restaurant, Levels 4 & 5, Citymark Building, 683 George Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
‘Yum cha’ literally means drinking tea in the Cantonese dialect. It is used to describe the practice of going for dim sum, the Cantonese tradition of brunch involving Chinese tea and dim sum. Dim sum is a style of Chinese cuisine prepared as small bite-sized portions of food served in small steamer baskets or on small plate. Dim sum dishes are usually served with tea and together form a full tea brunch. Yum cha is popular among the Chinese everywhere in the world. It is traditionally enjoyed with a big group of friends or family members.
The month we will sample some of the most typical dim sum dishes at the very popular ‘Marigold Chinese Restaurant’ in the CBD. The dim sum includes 5 different types of dumplings, spring rolls, barbecue pork and more. The lunch will leave you craving for more exotic dim sum dishes in the future.
DATE: 6 March 2019
TIME: 12 noon – 2:00 pm
VENUE: Marigold Chinese Restaurant, Levels 4 & 5, Citymark Building, 683 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Please take lifts from street level arcade to Level 5
COST: $35.00 (Fully licensed – pay for your own drinks. Chinese tea is included.)
PAYMENT OPTIONS: Two payment options below:
Payment Option 1: By Credit Card through the Payments menu on 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: LWL + your initial and surname
RSVP TO: Sandy Tay at sgtay@yahoo.com and Sue Roberts at suejackharry@yahoo.com.au
RSVP AND PAY BY: 27 Feb 2019 (Space is limited)
TRANSPORT: Take the train or bus to Town Hall, and walk for 8 minutes on George Street towards the south (away from the QVB) until number 683 on the right. There is limited paid parking in CityMark Building. The car park entrance is on Thomas Street, near the intersection with Hay Street. There is direct lift access from the car park to the restaurant.

Challenging Walk - The Foreshores of the Inner West
2019-03-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Rhodes Train Station, Walker Street, Rhodes, Sydney, NSW, 2138, Australia
Our walk this month will focus upon the foreshores of the Inner West and will begin at the Rhodes train station. We will head to McIlwaine Park in Rhodes, where a memorial Kakoda track has been constructed. While a significant section of the walk will be through bushland and city reserves there will also be some walking through residential streets. It is estimated that the walk will be between 10-12 km.
DATE: 5 March 2019
TIME: Approximately 9.00am – 12noon
RSVP TO: Jenny Goode goodejenny@msn.com or Sue Gunter susan.gunter@btinternet.com
RSVP BY: Thursday 28 February 2018
TRANSPORT: Starting point for our walk will be the Rhodes Train station, Walker Street, Rhodes, NSW 2138

Evening Book Group - "Shell" at Café 1812
2019-03-04 17:45 - 20:30 | Imperial Hotel, Paddington, 252 Oxford St, Paddington, NSW, 2010, Australia
This month we will be reviewing “Shell” by Kristina Olsson, set in 1965 against the backdrop of the construction of the Sydney Opera house. All are welcome.
DATE: Monday 4 March 2019
TIME: 5.45pm – 8.30pm (book discussion to commence around 6.30pm)
VENUE: Cafe 1812, a cafe and wine bar inside Berkelouw Books, 19 Oxford Street, Paddington, NSW 2021. See ‘About the venue’ below.
COST: Pay for your own drinks/ food
RSVP TO: Caroline Frangopoulos at cmfrangopoulos@gmail.com or mobile 0420 395996
RSVP BY: 1 March 2019
TRANSPORT:
By Train: 19 Oxford Street, Paddington is a 10-15 minute walk from Museum Station up Oxford Street, located on the city side of the Victoria Barracks. Beware as Oxford St renumbers in each suburb, so walk past 19 Oxford St, Darlinghurst!
By Bus: From the city you can take the following bus routes which all stop opposite the store: 333, 380, 440, or the Metrobus M40.
By Car: Parking
St Vincent’s Hospital Public Car Park, Victoria St. Flat rate AUD 11 after 4.00pm
About the book:
“A big, bold and hauntingly beautiful story that captures a defining moment in Australia’s history.
Everywhere he looked he saw what Utzon saw. The drama of harbour and horizon, and at night, the star-clotted sky. It held the shape of the possible, of a promise made and waiting to be kept …
In 1965 as Danish architect Jørn Utzon’s striking vision for the Sydney Opera House transforms the skyline and unleashes a storm of controversy, the shadow of the Vietnam War and a deadly lottery threaten to tear the country apart.
Journalist Pearl Keogh, exiled to the women’s pages after being photographed at an anti-war protest, is desperate to find her two missing brothers and save them from the draft. Axel Lindquist, a visionary young glass artist from Sweden, is obsessed with creating a unique work that will do justice to Utzon’s towering masterpiece.”
About the venue:

Aside from abundant inspiration for our book list, Café 1812 has a lovely wine bar and cafe on the first floor which is where we will meet. There is reasonably priced parking nearby as well as plenty of buses that stop just outside.
More at: http://berkelouw.com.au/stores/paddington
Books for upcoming meetings:
Monday 1 April 2019 – “Transcription” by Kate Atkinson (Spy novel)
We are taking nominations and will vote next week for our April – June reading list. If you cannot attend and would like to nominate a book / vote, please send me an email.

Ladies' Night Out - 'The Fax Bar'
2019-02-27 18:00 - 20:00 | The Fax Bar, Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, 27 O’Connell Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Summer is here. Let’s meet and enjoy the long daylight over a drinks evening. The FAX BAR is located in The Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney lobby, and is the perfect setting to join friends for a drink in the evenings. This sleek and colourful bar creates a refined atmosphere where guests can enjoy casual conversation at a high-top table or settle in for savoury snacks at the bar.
DATE: Wednesday 27 February 2019
TIME: 6.00pm to 8.00pm
VENUE: The Fax Bar, Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney, 27 O’Connell Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
COST: Pay for your own drinks and food at the Bar
RSVP TO: Sangeeta Gupta at swicniteout@gmail.com or on 0423 416 007
RSVP BY: Friday 22 February 2019
TRANSPORT: The Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney is a short walk from Wynyard Station and Circular Quay

Movie Group
2019-02-26 09:30 - 12:30 | United Cinemas Opera Quays, 1 Macquarie Street, East Circular Quay, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Movie Group meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month.
VENUE: Dendy Quays Cinema (between Circular Quay and the Opera House)
COST: Please buy your ticket when you arrive at the theatre
RSVP: Iolanda Capodanno and Grace Mroz (contactable on movie.swicsydney@gmail.com) are the Movie Group Convenors but there is no need to RSVP – just come along. Meet before the film in the foyer of the cinema
APRES FILM (Optional): After the movie screening, we meet at Buckley’s Pub/Cafe, East Circular Quay, 7 Macquarie Street – a four-minute walk from Dendy Cinema Opera Quays. See the website at https://www.buckleyssydney.com.au
Movies for this month are shown below.

9.40am: On the Basis of SexM (2hrs)
9.45am:At Eternity’s GatePG (1hr 51mins)
9.50am:Stan & Ollie PG (1hr 37mins) AD, CC

9.40am: 1. ON THE BASIS OF SEX-M: Drama (2hrs)

The inspiring true story of a young Ruth Bader Ginsburg (Felicity Jones), a passionate and dedicated lawyer who brings a case before the US Supreme Court in 1975 that could change women’s lives for the better. Her claim: that the law discriminates on the basis of gender and this ground-breaking case before the U.S. Court of Appeals could overturn a century of gender discrimination.
At the heart of Ruth’s journey is a moving romance with her husband Marty (Armie Hammer) and a poignant relationship with her daughter, who embodies a new generation of women following in Ruth’s footsteps. As Ruth struggles to be heard, even hired, in a profession dominated by men, Marty becomes her greatest ally in a partnership built on love and equality.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg was later appointed Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, a position she holds to this day. The feature premiered in 2018 in line with Justice Ginsburg’s 25th anniversary on the Supreme Court.
See where her story began in this stirring, heartfelt drama.
Cast: Felicity Jones, Armie Hammer, Justin Theroux, Jack Reynor
Director: Mimi Leder
Release date: 07 February 2019
9.45am: 2. AT ETERITY’S GATE-PG: Drama (1hr 51mins)

Famed but tormented artist Vincent van Gogh spends his final years in Arles, France, painting masterworks of the natural world that surrounds him.
Julian Schnabel’s ‘At Eternity’s Gate’ is a journey inside the world and mind of a person who, despite scepticism, ridicule and illness, created some of the world’s most beloved and stunning works of art. This is not a forensic biography, but rather scenes based on Vincent van Gogh’s (Academy Award® Nominee Willem Dafoe) letters, common agreement about events in his life that present as facts, hearsay, and moments that are just plain invented.
Cast: Willem Dafoe, Rupert Friend, Oscar Isaac, Mads Mikkelsen
Director: Julian Schnabel
Release date: 14 February 2019
9.50am: 3. STAN & OLLIE-PG (1hr 37m) AD, CC

Starring Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly as legendary comedy duo Laurel & Hardy, Stan & Ollie is the heartwarming story of what would become the pair’s triumphant farewell tour.
With their golden era long behind them, Stan and Ollie embark on a variety hall tour of Britain and Ireland in 1953. Between personal grievances and dwindling audiences, they face an uncertain future. While the charm of their double-act wins back legions of adoring fans, the duo must pull out all the stops to save their precious decades-long friendship before the final curtain falls.
From acclaimed screenwriter Jeff Pope (Philomena), Stan & Ollie celebrates a unique friendship and legendary working partnership with humour and warmth. Coogan and Reilly deliver performances of nuanced, comic genius – the perfect pair to pay homage to the original kings of comedy.
Cast: Steve Coogan, John C. Reilly, Nina Arianda, Shirley Henderson
Director: Jon S. Baird
Release date: 21 February 2019
