Celebrating volunteers across the Glenelg Shire

Calling all volunteers in the Glenelg Shire, you are invited to help celebrate National Volunteer Week as part of events being held this month.

Volunteer Recognition Receptions will take place in Heywood, Casterton, Portland and Nelson during May 15 – May 21 to officially celebrate the role of volunteers in the Glenelg Shire.

Mayor Cr Scott Martin said the Volunteer Recognition Receptions events are an important chance to recognise the “lifeblood of our local community”.

“Volunteers play a vital role, lending their time and talents, for no reward or remuneration, to support, encourage and enhance the lives of others in the community,” he said.

“This year’s national theme is the ‘Change Makers’, which is a perfectly fitting way to recognise the impact of volunteering, and how those involved can really drive change within their communities.

“These Recognition Receptions will recognise the many coaches, canteen volunteers, gardeners, meals-onwheels deliverers, ground keepers, raffle ticket sellers and more who keep our community thriving.

“With guest speakers and live music, I look forward to seeing a number of new and familiar faces as we take this opportunity to officially recognise and celebrate our local volunteers across the Shire.”

Volunteer Recognition Receptions will be held at the following locations:

Heywood

Tuesday 16 May 5pm
Heywood Hotel

Casterton

Wednesday 17 May 6pm
Casterton Kelpie Centre

Portland
Thursday 18 May 6pm
Portland Golf Club

Nelson
Friday 19 May 5pm
Nelson Hotel

National Volunteer Week is an annual celebration to recognise the contributions of volunteers across Australia. Thousands of events are held across the country to say thank you to the nation’s six million volunteers.

For further information, or to register your attendance including dietary and mobility requirement for any of the events, please contact the Glenelg Shire Events Team on email [email protected].

Cemetery tour on offer to mark History Month

Mount Gambier History Group, in conjunction with the Mount Gambier Library, is offering a guided cemetery tour at Lake Terrace Cemetery Sunday, May 21, at 2pm A guided tour of significant headstones enhanced with stories of years gone by. The tour meets at the Lake Terrace Cemetery’s Sexton Cottage and begins at 2 pm.

Adults are $10pand Under 16 free and that is payable to Mount Gambier History Group on the day.

Bookings essential through the Mount Gambier Library (08)8721 2540.