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WHAT IS PROBUS
It is an association of retired and semi-retired people who, join together
in autonomous clubs throughout the world.
The word PROBUS is an abbreviation of the words PROfessional and BUSiness,
which embraces any person who has had some measure of responsibility
in the fields of commerce, industry, education etc.
The basic purpose of a Probus club is to provide regular gatherings
of persons, who, in their retirement appreciate and value opportunities
to meet others in similar circumstances and similar levels of interest.
THE EMPHASIS OF PROBUS CLUBS
The emphasis is for a Probus club to be;
- Simple in structure, Involve members in minimum costs
- Free from constraints and obligations
- Directed primarily to provide friendship with the opportunity for
development and aquaintance
- Made up of members who are compatible with each other.
PROBUS ACTIVITIES
The activities of a Probus club may vary considerably, some clubs simply
meet monthly for a meeting followed by a lunch. At the other extreme
some clubs provide for a large range of activities.
PROBUS CLUBS IN AUSTRALIA
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