Passion for community

Most people in Robe immediately think about the town’s ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day poppy displays when they hear the name Kerrie Boyd.

Her work on driving this project, among many other community involvements, is why Kerrie was recognised with the District Council of Robe’s Mayoral Award on Australia Day.

It is a project that was instigated by Kerrie back in 2014.

“It was an idea I found on Facebook, founded by two ladies in Melbourne, called 5000 Poppy,” Kerrie said. “As a group in Robe we made poppies for this then decided to have our own display.”

Not surprisingly, given her passion for that project, she is also a board member of Robe 2 Recovery – a role she has relished since 2020.

“We support veterans with a respite program here in Robe,” Kerri said. “It is an amazing experience, meeting veterans and their family and knowing we are helping make a difference in their lives.”

Kerrie has also been a volunteer at the Robe Library and Visitor Centre for on five years and is involved at the Robe Bowling Club.

I love Robe and the Robe community so being involved come easy,” Kerrie said. “What I love about volunteering is helping others, promoting Robe, the smiles on people’s face, meeting other people. Knowing you are making a difference to other lives.

“I would highly recommend volunteering. You get to meet some amazing people, make new friends. Knowing you are putting a smile on other people is a great reward.”