Umina Red Cross turns 40

The Australian Red Cross Umina Beach Branch celebrated its 40th birthday with a luncheon at the Woy Woy Leagues Club on August 15.

Public relations coordinator Ms Amber Edwards said that president Marion Anderson welcomed 70 guests to the event.

"The morning commenced with the national anthem followed by the Red Cross Pledge," Ms Edwards said.

"Our guest speaker was Carol Heuchan, a bush poet interested in horses and country lifestyles, who has been credited with national, state and local titles.

"Her presentation and thoughts on life were received with much laughter and occasional sadness.

"She has made a CD of her work, one of which she donated for a raffle prize.

"Before lunch was served, our zone representative, Mrs Aileen Moss, addressed the gathering and then said Grace.

After the meal, the raffle was drawn with six prizewinners and 12 guests won lucky door prizes.

The birthday cake was cut by long-time member, Ms Rosemary Moore, whose daughter made and decorated it.

Ms Edwards also spoke on various Red Cross activities.

Press release, 12 Sep 2007 Amber Edwards, Australian Red Cross