A – It is usual to limit the attendance at Committee Meetings to the elected officers of the Management Committee. Attendance by other members of the clubs (including honorary and life) would be by invitation only.

Q – What is a ‘sister’ Probus club?

A – A ‘sister’ Probus club is an avenue for two Probus clubs to connect by organizing club visits and social activities with each other.

Q – How does a Probus club create its own web page?

A – Contact Probus Centre for a web page template and join the Probus official web site – a one off fee of $90.00

Q – What is a Probus Information Day and who should attend?

A – An ‘accredited’ Probus Information Day is organized in conjunction with a host club/association, your Rotary District Probus Chairman (RDPC) and PCSP. The day's session is aimed at giving you the information needed to lead your club through a successful year. It will provide officers with valuable information relating to Probus matters, constitutions, incorporation, membership, insurance, meeting procedures, group discussions, official publications and literature and the relationship between Rotary and Probus. It will leave you better informed on Probus matters and will give you the opportunity to ask questions and mix with many other club officials. This day is especially for Presidents, Vice Presidents, Secretaries, Treasurers, Tour & Activity Officers and other interested members.

Contact your RDPC listed in the Annual Directory to find out more information.

Q – What is the role of an RDPC?

A – Each accredited Probus club is associated to a Rotary District and each Probus club was formed by a Rotary club within that Rotary District.

The success of Probus in Australia, New Zealand and The Philippines is due to the commitment from Rotary and the recognition that Probus is a Community Service Program of Rotary clubs. 

The growth of Probus has throughout the years been influenced by the enthusiasm and endeavors of the many Rotarians who have served as Probus Chairmen.

Rotary District Probus Chairman (RDPC) play an extremely important liaison role between Rotary and Probus and are recognized by Probus Centre as key partners ensuring stability and growth of the Probus organization.

Each year these officers are trained on all aspects of the Probus organization to be able to assist and advise Probus clubs and are provided with important statistical information related to waiting lists, ageing and demographics. Quarterly reporting is sent to Probus Centre for the Board to address issues and concerns.

Their role is to investigate the need for new Probus clubs, to engage Rotary clubs in sponsoring the formation of new clubs and to ensure the health of existing Probus clubs.

Membership development and retention are key areas of concern; as Probus clubs age some clubs may need to amalgamate with another club, change from single gender to combined, wind up or enlist the help from Rotary and become re birthed.

The RDPC welcome invitations to attend club meetings and events and are there to assist where needed.

Q – Does Probus have an official song?

A – Probus has a jingle but not an official song.

Here are samples of songs used over the years by many clubs;

The Probus Song  (1)

(Tune:  Men of Harlech)

We have done our share of duty, working hard in town and country,

All our obligations done, we take a well earned rest.

Probus members are delightful, never angry, never spiteful.

Living life with all our might, we're up there with the best.

Speakers, trips and dinners, which have proven winners;

Membership in Probus offer fellowship to all, saints and sinners,

We of Probus have a chorus, life has lots of pleasures for us,

Raise your voice and sing this chorus, fellowship for all.

The Probus Song (2)

(Tune:  Men of Harlech)

Words by Frank McCallum, Combined Probus Club of Hervey Bay City

We of Probus have a chorus

Life holds lots of pleasure for us

Pleasant meeting, happy outings

That is what we do.

We've done our share of duty

In business and community

So it's time to take a break

But never settle down to obscurity

We have speakers, trips, and dinners

Which have proven to be winners

Membership of Probus covers

Fellowship to all

The Probus Song (3)

Words and Music by George Main

Now that our youth has long since passed

Life is less urgent, not so fast,

We've time to sit and think at last

How best to live our lives.

Join us at Probus, meet with your friends,

Relax and be happy as Nature intends,

With such good companions your life-style extends,

Probus — the Club for you!

Life does not end at sixty-five,

We aim to show we're still alive,

We'll prove that we've not lost our drive

Or our will to serve.

Join us at Probus, the time will speed by,

Revive your ambitions and reach for the sky,

You may not succeed but at least you can try,

Probus —the Club for you!

Q – Does PCSP have a sample media release for use in local newspapers?

For men and women who have been active members of the workforce their entire adult lives, the task of redesigning their lifestyles can be a challenge.

Looking to fill this void? How about joining PROBUS

Probus is an organisation for ACTIVE RETIREES, who join together in clubs, the basic purpose of which is to provide regular opportunities for them to keep active, expand their interests and to enjoy the fellowship of new friends.

Want to know more about joining?