50 Years Of Service To The Girl Guides

A veteran Girl Guide leader was congratulated for her 50 years of service to the community group at the Proserpine Guide Hut earlier this month.

A well-known local lady, Cheryl Raiteri, was recognised for her dedication to helping young women and her life-long service to the Girl Guides.

Ms Raiteri started her Girl Guides journey as a Brownie and finished in the Rangers category.

Along the way, she has been a positive role model for many and inspired others to actively participate in helping the community.

Member for Whitsunday Amanda Camm MP attended the special meeting and said Ms Raiteri was a terrific example of someone who had personally gained so much from giving so generously of her time and knowledge.

“Cheryl has served her community for half a century, giving many girls the wonderful experience of Guiding that she enjoyed as a young lady,” she said.

“She has attended many camps, helped with fundraising efforts, held many positions within the organisation and developed many friendships over her years of service.

“Congratulations Cheryl on reaching this milestone and for your contribution to your community.”

Others acknowledged for their service were Cheryl McBride, a Proserpine district unit leader, who received a 20 years service badge and wattle badge.

Also, Sarah Strohfeldt, a Proserpine district unit helper received a 5 years service badge and Angela Stevens, a Bowen district manager, received a badge and certificate.

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Cheryl Raiteri (centre) is congratulated for 50 years of service to Girl Guides by Member for Whitsunday Amanda Camm MP (far right). Photo supplied

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