Dedicated decade of service

Various community groups connected to the Ballan and District Community House, assembled last Friday night to honour Lyn Plummer, for her dedicated 10 years of service and to commemorate her retirement.

Ms Plummer decided to step back from her management role at the Community House and resume her career as an Installation Artist.

In his address, Cr Paul Tatchell commended Lyn’s stellar work for the House. Representing the House committee, Cr Tatchell presented Lyn with a portrait crafted by Wendy, one of Lyn’s former adult students.

The evening also celebrated the retirement of Kevin Healey, a long-standing committee member known for his roles as Secretary and Treasurer over the years. Cr Tatchell acknowledged Kevin’s tireless work by presenting him with a certificate and an art-focused weekend getaway for two.

The new manager of the Ballan and District Community House, Mary Francis, was introduced to the assembled group. The Community House has been at the heart of Ballan for over 150 years, and Ms Francis is poised to continue the great work of her predecessors.

Both Lyn and her husband Rodney, will continue to reside in Ballan as they look forward to traveling and focusing on some interstate erections, drawing from Lyn’s experience as an Installation Artist.

The evening served as a fitting tribute to the retirees’ dedication and marked the beginning of a new chapter in the history of the Ballan and District Community House.