Copies of CWA history book are still available
Some copies of a book about the history of Country Women's Association branches on the Central Coast are still available, according to its author Ms Johanna Reygersberg.
The Woy Woy CWA branch member wrote the book last year for the centenary of the NSW association.
Ms Reygersberg said most of the books had been sold, but there were still about 20 left.
Of the 13 Central Coast branches, four also celebrated their 90th birthday last year, including Woy Woy.
The other three were Lisarow-Ourimbah, Somersby and Tuggerah Lakes.
The Terrigal branch is older and celebrated 92 years.
The book covers the history of all 26 branches which have existed over time in the Northumberland Group, which covers the Coast.
Ms Reygersberg said the branches were often started as self-help groups by "women who cooked and knitted, held crafts or cooking demonstrations, and card games afternoons, all raising money to start the branches".
"They often started Rest Rooms and Baby Health Centres as well," she said.
"The mothers were taught baby health care and also learned from each other, sharing crafts and cookery skills.
"They liked social gatherings and knew how to throw a big party.
"Their stories are fascinating, and my appreciation of what these women did over the years grew and grew.
"I do hope that reading the CWA branches' history will bring insight and as much enjoyment to others as it did me."
The book, costing $15 plus postage, may be ordered online at thejo@optusnet.com.au.
Delivery and pickup can be arranged.
SOURCE:
Media release, 28 May 2023
Johanna Reygersberg, CWA Woy Woy