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BLACKTOWN OUTINGS CALENDAR
For all prepaid events please book and pay by the due date –
we understand that some of these will be more than 1 month in advance.
TIPS TO MAKE THE
MOST OF YOUR DAY
Be prepared and ready however please wait
inside in case we need to call you.
Please listen to instructions from drivers and
carers regarding the order of the day, return times
and meeting places.
Make sure you have everything you need for the
IMPORTANT SOCIAL day, medication, glasses, mobility aids, water,
OUTING INFORMATION appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes.
Important note for Diabetics and people with special
Our social outings are popular so book early
dietary requirements, remember to pack adequate
to avoid disappointment.
supplies and medication in case of delays.
Bookings are accepted on a “first come, first
served” basis. Once places are filled, a waiting If you can, try to have exact money or
list is maintained. as close to as possible.
Remember to bring your sense of adventure.
Before booking, check your diary to avoid
clashes with other appointments. Ensure you bring identification. All clubs need this
for you to enter their premises.
Outings are for clients who can self manage.
GCT is unable to provide a carer for those If you have a seniors or concession card ensure
who need individual transport. you have it with you as you will need to show it
to receive any discount.
Subsidised costs published for all social outings
are applicable to eligible clients and their carers. If you have to cancel please ensure you advise
us as soon as possible.
If you need to cancel, please do so as soon
as possible. We will then offer your place You will receive an automated message the day
to someone on the waiting list. before your outing to advise you of your pick up time.
WHICH AREA ARE YOU IN ?
Easy-Go Connect offer social outings to a range of venues and activities. To ensure all clients have equal
access to these popular outings, we have allocated areas, each with a designated day for outings.
Check which area you’re in to match it with the colour coded box appearing along-side the date
in each social outing.
AREA 1 AREA 2 AREA 3 AREA 4
Blacktown Bidwill Blacktown Acacia Gardens
(all streets east Blackett (all streets west Colebee
of Sunnyholt and of Sunnyholt and
Blacktown Rds) Dharruk Blacktown Rds) Dean Park
Glenwood Emerton Bungarribee Kellyville Ridge
Kings Langley Glendenning Doonside Marsden Park
Lalor Park Hassall Grove Eastern Creek Parklea
Prospect Hebersham Huntingwood Quakers Hill
Seven Hills Lethbridge Park Kings Park Riverstone
Toongabbie (part) Minchinbury Marayong Rouse Hill
Mt Druitt Woodcroft Schofields
Oakhurst Stanhope Gardens
Plumpton The Ponds
Rooty Hill Vineyards (part)
Ropes Crossing
Shalvey
Shanes Parks
Tregear
Whalan
Willmot
THURSDAY 2ND 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 10.00 AM
SOCIAL OUTINGS - JANUARY 2O2O SENIORS LUNCH & SHOW @ THE ETTAMOGAH HOTEL Cost $30 includes
bus, show and meal,
Enjoy a 2 course meal and live entertainment. Free tea & coffee.
drinks extra.
Seats are limited so first in best dressed! Note: drivers will not
Pre-Pay by 20th DEC
remain with group. Return trip at 3.00pm
MONDAY 6TH 2 3 WEDNESDAY 8TH 1 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
LEURALLA HOUSE - TOY & RAILWAY MUSEUM Bus - $15.00
$10 entry fee
A visit to Leuralla House - Toy & Railway Museum The displays
are housed in an historic early 20th century mansion, set in lush, Please pay on the bus
5 hectare award-winning gardens filled with interactive displays for Leuralla House.
and picturesque scenes over looking the Jamison Valley, then onto Pay for lunch on the day
the newly rebuilt Katoomba RSL for Lunch. Some stairs and
walking involved for the full viewing of the house and gardens.
MONDAY 13TH 1 4 TUESDAY 14TH 2 3 Pickup from 8.00 AM
THE GRAND PARADE Bus - $15.00
Pay for lunch on the day
A scenic drive along The Grand Parade, take in the ocean
breeze at Kyeemagh then lunch at St George Leagues Club
with their large variety to choose from.
SATURDAY 18TH 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
MUSEUMS DISCOVERY CENTRE Bus - $25.00
Free Entry
Take a wonder around the Museums Discovery Centre
Pay for lunch on the day
at Castle Hill followed by many choices at Castle Hill RSL.
Free entry to the museum today.
TUESDAY 21ST 1 4 WEDNESDAY 22ND 2 3 Pickup from 8.00 AM
STANWELL TOPS & WOMBARRA BOWLING CLUB Bus - $15.00
Pay on the day
Start your coastal senic drive at Stanwell Tops then
along Sea Cliff Bridge stopping for lunch at the traditional
local Scarborough - Wombarra Bowling Club (Thai/Asian
Cuisine and Aussie dishes)
TUESDAY 28TH 2 3 WEDNESDAY 29TH 1 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
PENRITH HOMEMAKER CENTRE Bus - $15.00
Café lunch specials
Take a trip to Penrith Homemaker Centre with many shops from $11
on offer including Spotlight, Chemist Warehouse, Fantastic Pay on the day
Furniture, Pet Barn, Howards Storage World, Bunnings, JB
HiFi and many more then lunch at Penrith RSL at either the
Maze café or all you can eat Star Buffet.
MONDAY 3RD 2 3 WEDNESDAY 5TH 1 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
SOCIAL OUTINGS - FEBRUARY 2O2O BILPIN CIDER FARM Bus - $15.00
Tasting Free
Take a trip up to the Bilpin Cider Farm and indulge your senses Lunch starting at $10
with a visit to their Cellar door. You can sample a range of ciders
Pay on the Day
and in addition they have available for tasting and sale locally
produced honey from Bilpin Bush honey and seasonal fruit from
Pine Crest Orchard. For those able take a walk and say hello
to the Alpacas on site. Followed by lunch at The Archibold Hotel
in Kurrajong Heights.
THURSDAY 6TH 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 10.00 AM
SENIORS LUNCH & SHOW @ THE ETTAMOGAH HOTEL Cost $30 includes
bus, show and meal,
Enjoy a 2 course meal and live entertainment. Free tea & coffee.
drinks extra.
Seats are limited so first in best dressed! Note: drivers will
Pre-Pay by 27th JAN
not remain with group. Return trip at 3.00pm
SATURDAY 8TH 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
FLOWER POWER AT GLENHAVEN Bus - $25.00
Senior Lunch menu $12.00
Wonder around Flower Power at Glenhaven or have coffee
Pay on the day
and chat at Frankies Food Factory within then off to
Castle Hill Tavern for lunch.
MONDAY 10TH 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
CARE FLIGHT CENTRE Bus - $15.00
A visit and tour thru the very busy and much needed Care Tour Free Donations
greatfully accepted.
Flight Centre at Northmead. An opportunity to see a working
Merchandise available also
operations base and take a peak inside the helicopter if it’s not
Pay on the day
out on a rescue at the time.
WEDNESDAY 12TH 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 9.00 AM
SPECIAL EVENT: SENIOR MOMENTS 2! Bus - $15.00
Australian showbiz legends Max Gillies, Tony Barber and Normie Tickets $55 each
Rowe are having more Senior Moments in the senior sensation that’s Book & Pre-Pay Ticket
sweeping the nation. Senior Moments 2: “Remember Remember” is only by Monday 6th JAN
or you will miss out
another seriously silly comedy revue, a brilliantly funny collection of
comic sketches and songs performed by a cast who are old enough
to know better! For lunch a tranquil stop at Lane Cove National Park,
bring your own or buy from the café. Limited seats available so get in
quick! NB Show is 1.5hrs with no interval.
SOCIAL OUTINGS - FEBRUARY 2O2O
Pickup from 9.00 AM
MONDAY 17TH 1 4 TUESDAY 18TH 2 3
Bus - $15.00
SENIORS WEEK! SYDNEY HARBOUR CRUISE
Pay bus on the Day
Sydney Harbour Cruise from Circular Quay - approx 2hr sightseeing
Cruise $29.50
cruise with personalised commentary of the stories of Sydney -
Pre-Pay by
Captain’s afternoon tea box selection with a glass of sparkling wine, Friday 10th JAN
vittoria coffee or a selection of fine teas. A beautiful day to be had,
must get in quick for this one. Limited tickets available.
THURSDAY 20TH 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
SPECIAL EVENT: SENIORS ROCK Bus - $15.00
Pay on the day
Seniors Rock!! Let your hair down at Toongabbie Sports Club for a
Two course alternate serve lunch - Entertainment by the Remixes - Cost $12 for Lunch
& Entertainment
come and dance the day away!!
SATURDAY 22ND 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
WARRAGAMBA DAM VISITOR’S CENTRE Bus - $25.00
Pay on the day
A visit to Warragamba Dam Visitor’s Centre, a peak at the lookout
followed by Lunch at Warragamba Workers
MONDAY 24TH 2 3 WEDNESDAY 26TH 1 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
HAWKESBURY LOOKOUT Bus - $15.00
Pay on the Day
A scenic drive thru Yarramundi with a stop at the Hawkesbury
Lookout overlooking the Penrith Lakes Project. Onto Glenbrook
Panthers for lunch.TUESDAY 3RD 2 3 WEDNESDAY 4TH 1 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
SOCIAL OUTINGS - MARCH 2O2O WESTERN SYDNEY AIRPORT EXPERIENCE Bus - $15.00
Airport Tour & guide is Free
Western Sydney Airport Experience - Luddenham. See first hand Pay on the Day
the construction of the new airport with a guided tour around the
site and back at the centre learn how this will all come together
for 2026 - followed by lunch at Kemps Creek Bowling Club
THURSDAY 5TH 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 10.00 AM
SENIORS LUNCH & SHOW @ THE ETTAMOGAH HOTEL Cost $30 includes
bus, show and meal,
Enjoy a 2 course meal and live entertainment. Free tea & coffee. drinks extra.
Seats are limited so first in best dressed! Note: drivers will not Seats are limited.
remain with group. Return trip at 3.00pm Pre-Pay by 24TH FEB
SATURDAY 7TH 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
COBBITTY MARKETS Bus - $25.00
Pay on the Day
Have a wonder around Cobbitty Markets and enjoy the
fresh country air, pick up a bite to eat or sit and relax at
the bakery next door.
TUESDAY 10TH 1 4 WEDNESDAY 11TH 2 3 Pickup from 8.00 AM
COCKATOO ISLAND Bus - $15.00
$12 tour optional but
Take the Rivercat from Rydalmere to Cockatoo Island where
must advise week before.
you can wonder around the Island at your own leisure or
Minimum of 10 people
participate in a 60min guided tour for seniors at $12 each.
before tour will happen.
Lunch at 1 of the 2 cafés on the Island then Ferry ride home
again. Must have an OPAL CARD for the FERRY. Pay on the Day
MONDAY 16TH 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
MILLERS AND RIVERS AT REVESBY Bus - $15.00
Pay on the Day
Take a trip to Millers and Rivers at Revesby to get ready for the
cooler months ahead or just spoil yourself with something new.
Then a short trip to Panania Diggers for lunch.
TUESDAY 17TH - COMBINED EVENT 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
SENIORS WEEK 2020 SPECIAL EVENT Cost $25.00 includes bus,
morning tea & lunch.
Seniors Week 2020 Special Event – A day in the Garden Come
Book & Pre-Pay by
along for a fun day with live entertainment, good food, try your
Wednesday 4th MAR
hand at some gardening and crafts. This special event takes
place at Hawkesbury’s Secret Garden set in a beautiful location
with lots to see and do. Your transport, morning tea and a
delicious lunch are included in the cost of this event. Hurry
book now places are limited!!SOCIAL OUTINGS - MARCH 2O2O
SATURDAY 21ST 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
WHITE WATER RAFTING COMPLEX PENRITH Bus - $25.00
Pay on the Day
Morning tea in the café over looking Penrith White Water
Rafting complex and watch them have a go or take an easy
stroll around and have a closer look, then more water views
at the Nepean Rowers for lunch.
MONDAY 23RD 2 3 TUESDAY 24TH 1 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
DFO HOMEBUSH Bus - $15.00
Pay on the Day
DFO Homebush Shop till you drop - then across the way at
Bicentennial Park - bring your own picnic lunch and feed the ducks
or buy from DFO or the Waterview Café in the park.
MONDAY 30TH 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 8.30 AM
PANTHERS NORTH RICHMOND Bus - $15.00
Lunch & Show Crooners and Classics is a fantastic performance Pay bus on the day
featuring Ed White who sings his way through a series of Lunch & Show $25.00
Book & Pre-Pay by
superb songs made famous by Tony Bennett, Sammy Davis Jnr,
Monday 16th MAR
Dean Martin, Josh Groban, Tom Jones, Englebert Humperdink,
Elvis, and many more. Ed’s voice is made to croon and he will
transport you to another world of showstopping singers and
gentlemen performers.
TUESDAY 31ST 1 2 3 4 Pickup from 8.00 AM
A VISIT TO THE INNOVATIONS SHOWROOM Bus - $15.00
You will encounter a special way to shop. A Free Gift Bag with Devonshire Tea/Coffee
every purchase. There is something for everyone from Fashion, must be pre-booked.
Arts & Crafts, Entertainment, Manchester & Homewares. There Pay on the day
is a cafe on site that will do a Devonshire Tea/Coffee with a
Scone, Jam & Cream for $6.50 but must be pre-ordered when
you book. Then onto Dee Why RSL for lunch.PRE-PAID OUTINGS BOOKING FORMS
COMPLETE A FORM BELOW STEPS FOR BOOKING PRE-PAID EVENTS:
AND RETURN BY THE DUE DATE TO:
1 Call us on 9621 5518 and book to
Great Community Transport secure your seat.
PO BOX 124, Lawson, 2783 Complete a form below for the outing
2
you wish to attend.
REFUND INFORMATION
3 Place the completed form and payment in
Please choose outings wisely as refunds will only a sealed envelope with your name and
be given if your seat can be filled. outing on the front.
Refunds can be credited to your next outing or 4 Give the envelope to the driver or return
a cheque will be issued. it to the office in the mail.
5 Ensure you return it by the due date.
ONLINE PAYMENT OR TELEPHONE DO NOT send cash in the mail.
6 Cheques/money orders should be made
You can pay for your outing via our online payment payable to Great Community Transport Inc.
facility without any additional charge. Go to www.gct.org.au
and select online payment. 7 EFT options available (please quote your name
& date as the reference) Commonwealth Bank.
Call our finance team on 9621 5518 to pay using
your credit/debit card. BSB: 062 640 ACCT: 10151645
MY PRE-PAID EVENT IS ON DATE:
MY NAME:
MY STREET:
MY SUBURB: PHONE:
NO. OF SEATS: AMOUNT $ CASH CHEQUE MONEY ORDER EFT
NAMES OF OTHERS INCLUDED IN THIS BOOKING:
MY PRE-PAID EVENT IS ON DATE:
MY NAME:
MY STREET:
MY SUBURB: PHONE:
NO. OF SEATS: AMOUNT $ CASH CHEQUE MONEY ORDER EFT
NAMES OF OTHERS INCLUDED IN THIS BOOKING:
MY PRE-PAID EVENT IS ON DATE:
MY NAME:
MY STREET:
MY SUBURB: PHONE:
NO. OF SEATS: AMOUNT $ CASH CHEQUE MONEY ORDER EFT
NAMES OF OTHERS INCLUDED IN THIS BOOKING:BLACKTOWN OFFICE REGULAR SERVICES - PHONE 9621 5518 TO BOOK (1 WEEKS NOTICE PREFERRED)
We can take you anywhere within the Blacktown Local Government Area and a even a bit beyond?
Our customers use us for a variety of reasons to attend group activities, medical, hospital, personal business
or hairdresser appointments, to visit family or friends, or to simply pop to the local shopping centre, café
or club! Please note our fees are now the same for one way or return trip.
BLACKTOWN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OUT OF AREA TRANSPORT 9.00AM TO 3.00PM
Hours of operation: 7.00am to 4.30pm *St Marys, Kingswood, Penrith
Covering all suburbs within our Council area.
ONE WAY OR RETURN ONE WAY OR RETURN
Single Client $15.00 Single Client $20.00
Couple $20.00 Couple $25.00
BLACKTOWN HOSPITAL SHUTTLE BUS *Parramatta, Fairfield, Merrylands,
Baulkham Hills, Castle Hill, Windsor, Richmond,
Blacktown Hospital and surrounding clinics/Doctor’s Bella Vista, Pendle Hill Winston Hill
Single Client $12.00 Single Client $30.00
Couple $17.00 Couple $35.00
SHOPPING Weekly shopping services run to the following centres. Please use the
estimated arrival and departure times when booking. Subsidised fares for all
shopping buses are $12.00 per person. Limit of 2 environmental shopping
bags per person. No trolleys permitted.
CENTRE DAY ARRIVAL TIMES DEPARTURE TIMES
(estimated) (estimated)
Seven Hills Plaza Thursday & Friday 9.15 am or 10.45am 12.15 pm or 1.45 pm
Westpoint Blacktown Thursday 10.00 am 11.15 am or 2.00 pm
Rainbow IGA Doonside Thursday 9.45 am 11.00 am
Mt Druitt Westfield Friday 10.00 am 11.30 am or 2.00 pm
Plumpton Marketplace Friday 9.30 am 11.00 am
HILLS MEDICAL SHUTTLE & OUT OF HOURS OR
WESTMEAD HOSPITAL SHUTTLE WEEKENDS TAXI SERVICES
Times for arrival and departure at Westmead Hospital & Do you wish to travel outside our operating hours?
surrounding clinic’s/Doctor’s or The Hills Private/Norwest
Hospitals and surrounding clinics/Doctor’s are: 1 We offer subsidised taxi travel within your local area
(valued @ $10.00 per journey)
Monday - Friday
9.00am, 11.00am, 1.00pm & 3.00pm 2 Simply call us to provide details of your upcoming trip
The final shuttle will depart Westmead Hospital at 3.00pm. e.g. date, destination and how many people will travel
If you are not at the departure point by this time, you with you. Minimum of 1 weeks’ notice is required.
will need to make your own way home . 3 We will contact Premier Taxis to advise of your
Subsidised Fees: pending out of hours booking
Single client: $15.00 one way or return 4 On the day of travel you must contact Premier Taxi’s on
Couple: $20.00 one way or return 8868 4114 to confirm your pick up times and location
Please tell your doctor you are traveling with Community 5 Each journey is subsidised by $10.00 and you pay
Transport so they can help us ensure you meet the timetable. remainder of fare to taxi driver on the dayYou can also read
