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Issue 3 - 20 April 2020
Welcome to Issue 3 of Staying Connected. Anzac Day, 25 April, is one of the most important dates in our Calendar. It marks the anniversary of the first campaign that led to major casualties for Australian and New Zealand forces during World War I and commemorates all the conflicts that followed. This year commemoration celebrations have been cancelled across Australia and New Zealand, however we wanted to encourage members to still take the opportunity to remember all those who have served our countries and their families. We also have included some Club news and other information for you.
MARKING ANZAC DAY AT HOME

There are many ways to commemorate Anzac Day despite Covid-19 distancing measures. Here are some suggestions to consider below. 

In Australia attend the virtual memorial service ceremony broadcasted on TV. It will be broadcasted at 5:30am on ABC. For more information please click here. 

In New Zealand the virtual dawn service will be broadcasted from 6am, on RNZ National. Click here for more information.

Participate in #LightTheDawn. At 6am, stand at the end of your driveway, on your balcony or in your living room to remember all those who have served and sacrificed. 

Listen to The War Memorial Podcasts. Stream and download podcasts from The Australian War Memorial by clicking here.
PDC JACK ABERNETHY SHARES A FEW WORDS

Apart from Probus District Chairman Jack Abernethy's involvement in the Probus Community,  Jack is also the Senior Vice President for The Returned and Services League (RSL) sub-branch in his local area. 

Jack shares a few words about the history of Anzac Day and remembering our soldiers. 

Read Jack's article by clicking here. 

 
MESSAGE FROM CEO SILVANA

Anzac Day is a timely reminder of the enormous contribution our Veterans and their families have made to our lives.  

This time of isolation makes us appreciate the social connections we make through Probus. Once we return to a program of regular meetings, one of our objectives will be to reach out to the many Veterans living in our local communities to extend the hand of Probus friendship.

Read the full message via Word or PDF. 
 
HOW PROBUS CLUBS ARE STAYING CONNECTED
HOWICK EAST COMBINED PROBUS CLUB (New Zealand) organised a Committee Meeting via Zoom that went very well. Secretary Tom Owen also shared that the Committee called all their members to check up on them and still continue to produce monthly newsletters. 
SPRING CREEK TORQUAY LADIES PROBUS CLUB (Victoria) held their Annual General Meeting via Zoom with 18 members. The Committee now plans to continue monthly meetings on Zoom with their Club members until safety measures are lifted. 

SHARE HOW YOUR PROBUS CLUB IS STAYING CONNECTED WITH US!

Email our team with any photos or stories you would like featured.

To view previous issues of Staying Connected Click here.
  
HOW TO VIDEO CONFERENCE WITH FELLOW MEMBERS USING ZOOM
Whilst currently many of us may not be able to visit our loved ones, maintaining communication has been made easier thanks to the beauty of technology. Although it pales in comparison to the real thing, video chat programs like Zoom are a great way to keep up-to-date and stay connected with people. ​Many Clubs have also written to our office advising they have held their AGM and/or general meetings including guest speakers via Zoom. 
Zoom allows a number of people to video call at the same time. You do not need a Zoom account to attend a Zoom meeting, only the host is required to have an account to enable the scheduling of meetings. 
We have put together some instructions on how to download Zoom on your smart phone or computer which you can view by clicking here.
To find out more about Zoom, visit the website.
STIMULATE YOUR MIND WITH CROSSWORDS!

Seniors Online Victoria uploads daily crossword puzzles.
You can play online or download and print the puzzles by clicking here.
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