Rotary club honours members' contributions

The Rotary Club of Woy Woy chose its recent Christmas gathering to honour the contribution of three of its members to the club's annual fundraiser, Opera in the Arboretum.

Mr Ian Butler was awarded a Paul Harris Fellow and thanked for his service as host and webmaster of the Opera website.

Mr Vic Brown, who marshalled traffic and organised parking at the event, received a Paul Harris Sapphire Pin for his long-time commitment to the Opera and to club activities.

Mr John Regan received a Paul Harris Fellow for successfully carrying out the task of obtaining sponsorship for the Opera and for his service to the club as a member of the Board.

Club president Mr Vic Deeble said: "Often those who work behind the scenes rarely receive public recognition.

"Awarding Paul Harris Fellows was our opportunity to show our thanks to these unsung heroes for their commitment and service," Mr Deeble said.

"The awards are fitting recognition of the hundreds of hours of volunteer work these members have given to the Opera event and to our club, over many years," he said.

Media release, 20 Dec 2016

Joan Redmond, Rotary Club of Woy Woy