General News
21 September, 2024
Amity members celebrate 1000th meeting
THE longest surviving service club in Boort, Amity, met for the 1000th time last Tuesday when past and present members celebrated the milestone. Sandra Poyner, the assistant secretary, described Amity as “a great way to get out and into the...
THE longest surviving service club in Boort, Amity, met for the 1000th time last Tuesday when past and present members celebrated the milestone.
Sandra Poyner, the assistant secretary, described Amity as “a great way to get out and into the community”.
Long-time members said they were proud of the community-minded club and how much aid it had given to local groups.
“Amity prides itself on supporting local by providing meals on wheels, volunteering at Boort District Health and the local op shop,” Sandra said.
Sandra said the club always welcomed new residents becoming members, a statement echoed by past member Marg Warren who joined Amity after moving to Boort.
For other past members such as Ruth Drake, the service club provided a night off from the busy-ness of daily life and a chance to catch up with friends.
Life member and former president Betty Barnes reflected on her time with the service club from when it was first established in 1976 to present day, commending Amity on its ability to adapt with the times and continue to provide a welcoming environment for all who wish to be involved.
People travelled from across Victoria to attend the 1000th meeting and enjoyed the chance to connect with friends, both old and new, while enjoying the celebrations.
President Maree Stringer highlighted the achievements of the club over the last year. “Amity has donated to many worthy causes including the Good Friday Appeal, the Boort district school and local sporting clubs.” The service club has also gained new members over the past year and has had many guests attend club dinners.”
Maree was re-elected as president with Sue Soltan as vice president. Additional board members are secretary and assistant secretary Kathy Lowie and Sandra Poyner respectively, with Kellie Hare taking over as treasurer and Lynette Clark stepping into assistant treasurer.
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