First annual meeting for Guides group

Blackwall District Girl Guides held its inaugural annual meeting in the presence of its patron Member for Gosford Ms Marie Andrews on March 24.

The meeting was also attended by acting district leader Ms Trish Renton and Brisbane Water Division leader from Guides Australia Ms Cynthia Murphy.

Leader of the Blackwall Junior Guides Ms Ronnie Joyce reported to the meeting on the various activities and camping trips the girls had enjoyed during the past year and the growth in the unit since its inception in mid-2008.

"Ronnie advised that later this year a Girl Guide unit would be established in Blackwall for girls 10 years of age and upwards who are interested in participating in the more senior levels of the guiding movement," said group media liaison officer Ms Leonie Newson.

"Thanks were extended to the parents and friends who supported the Blackwall unit and who, this year, will establish a support group.

"One of the group's first efforts will be the sale of Girl Guide biscuits during May.

"Plans are also underway for a District Party when girls and their families will celebrate 100 years of Guiding this month.

"Anyone with a daughter six years or over who might be interested in joining the Guides should contact Ronnie Joyce on 0412 773 623 or Cynthia Murphy on 0438 283 247."

Press release, 25 Mar 2010 Leonie Newson, Blackwall District Girl Guides