August 2011
The change over dinner was a big night.
The theme of the night was fun and some 35 members and guests enjoyed themselves and reflected on the past year.
Nicky and Gerard prepared a feast and a good time was had by all.
Of particular mention was the number of awards given to members of the community who support lions and have done so for a number of years.
These included, John Hinton, Alison Baker and Paul Williams.
The night included some of the medical profession who are now servicing the members of this community.
The Peggy Synold Memorial Award for services to the community was awarded to David Selby for all his countless hours and commitment to many groups and individuals in the valley.
A reward well targeted and delivered.
I am sure that the community is grateful for David’s efforts.
Some of the club members acknowledged were Carolyn Green, Marjorie Wilkie, Stephen Green, Lorraine and Franz Mairinger.
The President Howard Carter and Treasurer Jill Turnbull were also acknowledged with the club giving them James Richardson awards.
The Lion of the year was given to a relative newcomer, Jan Cole.
All awards were well deserved.
The tree planting program has started and while we have met what was expected of our club our local target is still some way off and with the storm of the last couple of weeks the urgency to replace the trees lost has increased.
Many members were in the path of the destruction so they will be busy when they try and fix their own places up to return to some sense of normalcy.
The International Convention for Lions was recently held in Seattle and Kangaroo Valley was represented by Franz and Lorraine.
The next twelve months will be a challenge for the club as we struggle with the age of some members and the increasing demands for us to assist the community.
Enquiries of potential new members are always welcome.
Those still interested in applying for a role as a lifeguard this coming season are reminded that the closing date for applications is fast approaching.
Jason Horton