General Overview
Hi
everyone cancel that “Missing Persons’ Report” I’m back. It has been pretty
hectic during the last several months and I didn’t have the time to do the
Preston Beach Blog so it’s starting right now. Blast from the past – over the
last 12 months Preston Beach Progress Association provided and assisted with
some 14 events throughout the year of 2012.
At our
Annual General Meeting on February 9th 2013, it was moved by Progress
members to hold our General Meetings every quarter in accordance with our Constitution. It truly eases the work load on both the Treasurer, Danny
(MacScrooge) Norton having to compile financial reports every month and Marion
our Secretary compiling monthly minutes at the same time.
Your
Executive Committee will still be working behind the scenes arranging functions
and events with our very dedicated helpers as usual. All Progress members will be informed either
via email or the Blog of forthcoming events and general information sharing.
Should something urgent come up, then we can call for a special meeting. If
anyone has concerns between these quarterly meetings, they are welcome to email
or call a Committee member and it will be put forward for discussion. In the
interim the Executive Committee are always in touch with each other having a regular
get together - should any “Points of Interest” arise you will all be advised accordingly.
Placement of Viewing Bench Viewing Seats at
Preston Beach
Once again
a big thanks to the Shire of Waroona for supporting Preston Beach with the
recent placement of scenic viewing bench seats located at three areas as
ticked on map below. The fourth chair is on hold until the walk trail upgrade
has commenced then we can establish an appropriate placement area along the walk
trail as a resting bench. So if you are feeling energetic at Preston, go for a
walk to your nearest viewing chair and enjoy the picturesque view. “A Helpful
Hint” - Take a wine carry bag with one or two bottles of Sparkling wine, several
wine glasses and a small Platter, then later enjoy your trip home !!
Locations
·
Northern
end of Panorama Drive overlooking old
farm land area and northern section of lake;
·
Top
of Hill view Court overlooking Lakeside Terrace area, Golf course, lake and
scarp;
·
Off
Mitchell Road, between Shop and Beach Car Park on right hand side as you head
towards beach, some 10 to 15 metres from footpath north in bush setting, good
view of beach and ocean.
Oktoberfest – Preston Beach
On
Saturday October 20th 2012 saw a large gathering of German/Bavarian
theme dressed community members attend our local Oktoberfest. Hearty meals of
delicious gourmet German sausages, sauerkraut, coleslaw and tasty bread rolls
were on the go. Live entertainment was provided by the “Bavarian Hay Seeds”
which saw in the latter part of the everning a Gangnam style Bavarian dance.
Prizes’ given out for two best dressed persons. They came from Perth,
Serpentine near and far even with a wheelbarrow full of beer and cheer. This
event was presented by Preston Beach Progress Association, as a Sea to Scarp
Summer Event, proudly sponsored by the Shire of Waroona and Alcoa.
Melbourne Cup
The first
Tuesday in November saw a good gathering at the Preston Beach Community Hall
where local community members came from near and far to witness the Melbourne
Cup on the Large Screen. The race sweeps were effectively and efficiently
organised and run by both Bev and Geoff Ireland. There were winners and
grinners plus a few losers, but the main point was everyone enjoyed a great day
and dressed up for the occasion. Noel Dew came out on top with a good win,
stating it was the best win he has ever had over the many years.
The following
are some photo snapshots of the Melborne Cup day, courtesy of Denis King.
On behalf
of Larraine we wish to thank you all for your avid support, compassion and
condolences’ displayed on the passing of her dear mother, Jeanie Hopcraft. Your
support enhanced Larraine’s stamina to enable her to continue on with the
funeral arrangements, and the Will and Testament process.
Keep on
supporting Progress with your membership and our functions.
Kind
regards
John Watson President
Preston Beach Progress Association
March 25th 2013
