Program

> 19-March-2026 19:30

Invite to Rob Smith's Nature Presentation not to be missed with St George Leagues Club Photographic Society

NATURE PRESENTATION NOT TO BE MISSED!!

We are honoured to be hosting a presentation by Rob Smith one of Australia's leading nature photographers!! Coming to us from Port Maquarie!! @thelensfalcon

If it moves you, shoot it!" Says Rob.

Thurs 19th March 26

FREE

7.30pm-10pm

St George Leagues Club, Kogarah @stgeorgeleagues

Robs social media handle is 'thelensfalcon' (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)

More info

https://www.facebook.com/stgphoto/posts/nature-presentation-not-to-be-missed-we-are-honoured-to-be-hosting-a-presentatio/1262322989295466/

A RSVP would be appreciated to communicate numbers to the St George Club

A couple of cars will be heading up to the venue - if you need a lift contact Sue Curtis. Limited spots.

Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/stgphoto/posts/nature-presentation-not-to-be-missed-we-are-honoured-to-be-hosting-a-presentatio/1262322989295466/

> 24-March-2026 19:30

PG: Set Subject "Animals"

Judge: John Wiseman

> 28-March-2026 22:00

MM: Hosting the Combined Video Clubs Meeting. Theme: "Sea-Side"

Guest Speaker: Leigh Wilson.Adventure videos and speaker on Wollongong Short Film Festival (TBC)

> 31-March-2026 18:00

Social Dinner at Master Builders Club

Start : 31 Mar 2026 06:00 PM
Location : Master Builders Club (61 Church St, Wollongong
Social Evening and Dinner all members, partners and guests invited.
Contact: Monika Oakman no RSVP is required

> 07-April-2026 19:30

MM: At the School. Tricks with your arial tripod. Getting the best results from your drone. 7.00 pm for a 7.30 pm start

> 14-April-2026 19:30

PG: Guest Speaker - Underwater Photography with David Faulks

Start : 14 Apr 2026 07:30 PM
End : 14 Apr 2026 09:30 PM
Location : Figtree Heights Public School, St George Ave, Figtree NSW 2525, Australia
Description :David Faulks, a member of Macarthur Photographic Society will share his photos and insight on underwater photography

> 14-April-2026

PG: Closing date for April comp entries

Start : 14 Apr 2026
End : 14 Apr 2026
Location :
Description :

> 18-April-2026

Lithgow Ironfest Fair

Start : 18 Apr 2026
End : 19 Apr 2026
Location : Lithgow NSW 2790, Australia
Description :Theme: Portrait, creative, monochrome, Costumes and character portraits
Comp Theme: Open
Cost:
Reference: https://ironfest.net/
Contact: Self-guided or volunteer coordinator needed

> 27-April-2026

Afternoon and Sunset Shoot: Werri Beach to Black Head Reserve (Gerroa)

Afternoon and Sunset Shoot: Werri Beach to Black Head Reserve (Gerroa)

Join us for a landscape, seascapes and skyscapes outing with two locations in preparation for the May “Scapes” set theme competition.

We will start with an afternoon session at Werri Beach, Gerringong, seascape compositions, water movement, long exposures, and shoreline patterns from accessible viewpoints on sand and paths.

We will then relocate to Black Head Reserve, Gerroa for our sunset session, with sweeping views over Seven Mile Beach for big skies, layered headlands, and coastal landscape scenes as the light changes toward evening.

Timing (Monday 27 April) PUBLIC HOLIDAY

2:30 pm to 4:00 pm: Werri Beach (afternoon seascapes and long exposure practice)
4:00 pm to 4:30 pm: Relocate to Black Head Reserve, Gerroa
4:30 pm to 6:00 pm: Black Head Reserve (sunset and afterglow skyscapes)
Sunset: approx. 5:19 pm

· Please RSVP to Sue Curtis to receive additional meeting details and communications.

> 28-April-2026 19:30

PG: "Open" competition

Judge :TBA

> 02-May-2026 10:00

Autumn in the Grevillea Gardens at Bulli

Autumn in the Grevillea Gardens at Bulli

Time: from 10:00 am (gates open)

Meet for Morning Tea at 11:00 am near Sherbrook Chapel, either BYO or basic tea/coffee can be purchased

Location: Grevillea Gardens behind Bulli Showground

Location Grevillea Park, behind Bulli Showground Bulli

Competition category Flora

Autumn native foliage and flowers - dramatic grevillea and bankias, fungi, birds and lots of bees :) Plus native plant sales

Park entry $7, cash or card accepted

Please RSVP to Sue Curtis to receive additional meeting details and communications.

https://illawarragrevilleapark.com.au/

> 05-May-2026 19:30

MM - At School Hall ..Using your phone, go-pro and drone as serious camera. Stepping beyond "auto". 7.00 pm for a 7.30 pm start

> 12-May-2026

PG: Closing date for May competition entries

Start : 12 May 2026
End : 12 May 2026
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> 12-May-2026 19:30

PG: Guest Speaker - IR Photography and outing with David Marland

Start : 12 May 2026 07:30 PM
End : 12 May 2026 09:30 PM
Location : Figtree Heights Public School, St George Ave, Figtree NSW 2525, Australia
Description :Joinus for an evening presentation with David Marland exploring the creativepossibilities of infrared photography. Earlier in the afternoon, an optionalsmall-group outing will be held to capture images that may be used during theevening presentation. RSVP required for the afternoon outing.

RSVP to Sue vp.wollongongcameraclub@gmail.com by 11th May

> 12-May-2026

InfarRed Photo outing (afternoon)

Start : 12 May 2026
End : 11 May 2026
Location :
Description :David Marland will host a small group afternoon outing prior to his IR photography presentation late on Tuesday evening.
During this session,we’ll visit a few local locations to capture images, some of which may be usedas demonstration examples during David’s presentation later that evening.

This outing is optional and numbers will be limited.

If you would like to attend the afternoon outing,please RSVP directly to Sue at:
vp.wollongongcameraclub@gmail.com

Further details regarding meeting times and locations willbe provided to those who register their interest.

> 16-May-2026

Thirlmere Festival of Steam

Start : 16 May 2026
End : 16 May 2026
Location : NSW Rail Museum, 10 Barbour Rd, Thirlmere NSW 2572, Australia
Description :

Theme: vent, costume, action, storytelling, Steam Train, vintage machinery, performances
Comp Theme: Open
Cost:
Reference: https://www.wollondilly.nsw.gov.au/home/whats-on/thirlmere-festival-of-steam
Contact: Self-guided

> 17-May-2026 22:00

Medieval Faire

Theme: Event, costume, action, storytelling, Action portraits, textures, and character detail.
Comp Theme: Open
Cost: $10 / Ticket
Reference: https://www.blacktown.nsw.gov.au/festival/Whats-on/Blacktown-City-Medieval-Fayre
Contact: Sue Curtis 0427 814 346 vp.wollongongcameraclub@gmail.com

> 26-May-2026 19:30

PG: Set Subject "Scapes"

Judge: Joseph Horvat

> 02-June-2026 19:30

MM: At the School. Mid Year Competition. "Most Imporved Clip". Entries one week before please!7.00 pm for a 7.30 pm start

> 09-June-2026

PG: Closing date for June competition entries

Start : 09 Jun 2026
End : 09 Jun 2026
Location :
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> 09-June-2026 18:30

Guest Speaker: Composing and capturing the landscape with Will Patino

William Patino is a full-time landscape photographer based in Te Anau, New Zealand, who has won numerous photography awards, been featured in international publications, and taught thousands of photographers through workshops and online tutorials. This ZOOM presentation will begin early at 6:30 pm to accommodate the time difference between Wollongong and Te Anau, New Zealand.

The ZOOM link will be send 1 week prior to the presentation.

Check out more about Will at Website: williampatino.com | YouTube: @WilliamPatinoPhotography

> 12-June-2026

Fungi Festival

Start : 12 Jun 2026
End : 12 Jul 2026
Location : Batemans Bay to Eden
Description :

Theme: Workshop, education and all things Fungi
Comp Theme: Open / Nature
Cost: Depends on the Event
Reference: https://www.fungifeastival.com.au/
Contact: Self-guided

> 23-June-2026 19:30

PG: "Open" Competition

Judge : Paul Gordon

> 30-June-2026 18:30

Social Dinner

Theme: Social Event
Comp Theme:
Cost: Free
Reference:
Contact: TBA

> 07-July-2026 19:30

MM: on Zoom. Aim before you shoot. Ideas for planning your masterpiece.

> 14-July-2026 19:30

PG: Guest Speaker : TBA

Start : 14 Jul 2026 07:30 PM
End : 14 Jul 2026 09:30 PM
Location : Figtree Heights Public School, St George Ave, Figtree NSW 2525, Australia
Description :

> 14-July-2026

PG: Closing date for July comp entries

Start : 14 Jul 2026
End : 14 Jul 2026
Location :
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> 28-July-2026 19:30

PG: Set Subject :"Low Light - Night Photography"

Judge: TBA

> 04-August-2026 19:30

MM: on Zoom. Scripting for a narrative with personality; a story from the heart.

> 11-August-2026 19:30

PG: Guest Speaker TBA

> 11-August-2026

PG: Closing date for August competition entries

Start : 11 Aug 2026
End : 12 Aug 2026
Location :
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> 25-August-2026 19:30

PG: "Open" Competition

Judge : TBA

> 01-September-2026 19:30

MM: on Zoom. What music to use? Why, where from, wherefore, whereto ?

> 08-September-2026 19:30

PG: Guest Speaker TBA

> 08-September-2026

PG: Closing date for September comp entries

Start : 08 Sep 2026
End : 08 Sep 2026
Location :
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> 22-September-2026 19:30

PG: Set Subject "Flora" competition

Judge : TBA

> 24-September-2026

Red Point Exhibition

Start : 24 Sep 2026
End : 30 Sep 2026
Location : Red Point Artists Association, 100 Wentworth St, Port Kembla NSW 2505, Australia
Description :
Theme:Â Gallery Exhibition
Comp Theme:Â Open
Cost:Â Cost for Exhibit wall space
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Contact:Â TBA

> 29-September-2026 18:30

Social Dinner

Theme: Social Dinner
Comp Theme:
Cost:
Reference:
Contact: TBA

> 06-October-2026 21:00

MM: on Zoom. Sub titles & graphics to support your story line and creating that professional look with your editing.

> 13-October-2026 19:30

PG: Guest Speaker TBA

> 13-October-2026

PG: Close off for October competition entries

Start : 13 Oct 2026
End : 13 Oct 2026
Location :
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> 27-October-2026 19:30

PG: Competition "Open"

Judge: TBA

> 03-November-2026 19:30

MM: At the School. Getting out - filming over, on, in and under water. Entries for annual competition due. 7.00 pm for a 7.30 pm start.

> 10-November-2026 19:30

PG: Guest Speaker TBA

> 10-November-2026

PG: Close off for November comp entries

Start : 10 Nov 2026
End : 10 Nov 2026
Location :
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> 24-November-2026 19:30

PG: Set Subject "Illawarra Open" competition

Judge: TBA