New Port Lions Village wing honours members

THE latest stage of the Lions Village Bellarine in
Portarlington has been named in honour of longtime
members Alan and Winifred Vallance.

Member for Bellarine Lisa Neville officially
opened stage six (three self-contained units) of the
Lions Village on Friday.

The opening takes to 23 the number of units in the Village, which provides affordable accommodation for pension-aged people.

“I know I am biased, but what better place to move to, for a life in retirement, than the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula and places like Portarlington,” Ms Neville said.

“I think it is very fitting and deserved honour that this complex is named after lifetime Village stalwarts Alan and Win Vallance.

“They have served a combined 50 years plus on the Committee of Management, dating back to 1978 when the idea of the complex was first discussed.

“And they have continued to serve this facility in one way or another ever since, including terms as President and Secretary.”

Ms Neville also extended her congratulations to all those people who had in some way been involved in the construction of the facility, especially Committee of Management members president Geoff Webster, current secretary Roger Sanders and outgoing secretary Kayleen Harman, who had put much of her time and effort into the project.

“To all a job well done and may the Alan and Winifred Vallance complex serve this community well for many years to come,” she said.

The Village is managed by a voluntary committee of management and is self-funded.

Members of Portarlington/Drysdale Lions Club help out with working bees for gardening.

Inquiries about Lions Village Bellarine should be directed to the secretary on 0409 411 762.