Illawarra Philatelic Society Inc.
Join Illawarra Philatelic Society Inc. - where stamp enthusiasts gather monthly to share their passion for philately and foster community in Wollongong.
About Us
The Illawarra Philatelic Society Inc. was formed in 1945 to provide fellowship for those in the Wollongong and surrounding areas, who share the common interest of philately.
The Illawarra Philatelic Society Inc. welcomes all visitors including juniors to our monthly meetings.
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Celebrating our 80th Anniversary (1945-2025)
The Illawarra Philatelic Society's 80th Anniversary (1945–2025) Souvenir Cover
Meeting Place
Scribbly Gum Room, Dapto Ribbonwood Centre93 -109 Princes Highway
Dapto NSW 2530
Meeting Time
Meets on the third Wednesday of the month except for DecemberDoors Open: 7:00 pm
Meeting Starts: 7:00 pm
Meeting Ends: 9:00 pm
Events Calendar
Display: Tasmania by N. Kennon
Date: Wed, Jan 21st, 2026 7:00 pmLocation: Corrimal Library,15 Short St, Corrimal
Visit by Shoalhaven Philatelic Society
Date: Wed, Feb 18th, 2026 7:00 pmLocation: Corrimal Library,15 Short St, Corrimal
Display: (Ian Muir) Queen Mother 100th by H. De Bruin
Date: Wed, Mar 18th, 2026 7:00 pmLocation: Corrimal Library,15 Short St, Corrimal
Display: Norfolk Island by J. Feltham
Date: Wed, Apr 15th, 2026 7:00 pmLocation: Corrimal Library,15 Short St, Corrimal
Display: History of Stamp Collecting by P. Gunning
Date: Wed, May 20th, 2026 7:00 pmLocation: Scribbly Gum Room, Dapto Ribbonwood Centre, 93 – 109 Princes Highway, Dapto NSW 2530
Presidents' Night
Date: Wed, Jun 17th, 2026 7:00 pmLocation: Scribbly Gum Room, Dapto Ribbonwood Centre, 93 – 109 Princes Highway, Dapto NSW 2530
Annual General Meeting
Date: Wed, Jul 15th, 2026 7:00 pmLocation: Scribbly Gum Room, Dapto Ribbonwood Centre, 93 – 109 Princes Highway, Dapto NSW 2530
Display: Italy by F. Sanvitale
Date: Wed, Aug 19th, 2026 7:00 pmLocation: Scribbly Gum Room, Dapto Ribbonwood Centre, 93 – 109 Princes Highway, Dapto NSW 2530
Quiz: Harry Lockrey Trophy. Quiz presented by P. Gunning
Date: Wed, Sep 16th, 2026 7:00 pmLocation: Scribbly Gum Room, Dapto Ribbonwood Centre, 93 – 109 Princes Highway, Dapto NSW 2530
Display: Spectacles by D. Payne
Date: Wed, Oct 21st, 2026 7:00 pmLocation: Scribbly Gum Room, Dapto Ribbonwood Centre, 93 – 109 Princes Highway, Dapto NSW 2530
Charity Auction
Date: Wed, Nov 18th, 2026 7:00 pmLocation: Scribbly Gum Room, Dapto Ribbonwood Centre, 93 – 109 Princes Highway, Dapto NSW 2530
Christmas Dinner
Date: Wed, Dec 9th, 2026 7:00 pmLocation: Illawarra Master Builders Club
Club Activities & Facilities
Buy Swap & Sell
Displays
FaceBook
Instagram
Library
Newsletter
Sale by Tender
Wheelchair access
Membership Fees
Annual Fees are:Adult: $8
Family: $10
Junior: $1
Pensioner: $5
(due in July)
Contact Information
Postal Address:
Hon. Secretary
Illawarra Philatelic Society Inc.
PO Box 194
Wollongong East NSW 2520
Harry De Bruin
Email: ipsinc45@gmail.com
Phone: 0491 682 633