Your Community

Geelong Dutch Clubs Inc

Your President

Fred Timmers

Your Address

4 Pluto Crt, Newcomb 3219

Community Hall or Meeting Place

First Tuesday of the Month

Phone:

Fax:

Email:

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How long has your community been operating?

Established in 1984

How many members does your community have?

450

What is the first language of your community?

Dutch/English

When did members of your community first start arriving in Australia. Was there a period of peak immigration?

Early 1950's

What National Days, religious days or special events does your community celebrate?

Queen's Birthday 30th April, Liberation Day May 5th, St Nicholas Day Dec 5th, Easter & Christmas

Briefly describe your national dress - including any items of special significance.

Clogs, lace hats & bevy's, colourful skirts & aprons, Sailors caps & black trousers.

Briefly describe your community’s arts – including music/dance/song or artworks.

Traditional folk songs and folk dancing, embroidery and portrait artwork

Briefly describe your community’s traditional food & drinks - including foods and drinks you would avoid
(if any)

Hutspot, Stampot/Zuurkool/Boerenkool, Appeltaart/Vla/Croquetten/Oliebollen

Community objectives