Kiama Lions toast new guard

Kiama Lions Club held its annual dinner to celebrate the changing of the guard, as President Peter Scifleet handed the reins over to incoming President John Larkins.

The Club also presented awards to outstanding members for their contributions to the community over the past 12 months.

Mr Scifleet wasn’t shy about sharing his reasons for standing for the position a year ago: there wasn’t anyone else willing to take the reins. That issue has been amended over the past 12 months as President Larkins takes on the leadership role.

Mr Scifleet noted that membership numbers were sliding downward, but thanks to Secretary English, the club added nine new members in 2022-23.

The Changeover Dinner also celebrated some of the club member’s achievements throughout the year. Michael Fox was congratulated for his work running the club’s bottle & can collections and

ANZAC Day Dawn Service & March collection, all while building a home with his son.

Secretary Bobbie English was acknowledged for her hard work spent organising the club’s sessions running the Bunnings BBQs on weekends and for “stretching the regulations” to introduce music to each event. The club also thanked Damien Daiburra for donating ice to cool down drinks for each BBQ.

Mr Scifleet noted that membership numbers were sliding downward, but thanks to Secretary English, the club added nine new members in 2022-23.