Thursday, June 6, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Zonta Clubs Gather For Whitsundays Event

Zonta Clubs from all over North Regional Queensland gathered in the Whitsundays in May for a weekend of friendship, fun and activity.

The weekend started with welcome drinks which were held at the Coral Sea Resort on Friday 17 May.

This was followed by the Area 5 meeting which was conducted in Coral Sea Resort’s function room on Saturday.

The meeting began with an opening by the Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor, Ry Collins.

During the day, District Governor, Lyn Agnew gave several presentations on various topics including, ‘Achieving More in 2024’, ‘Zonta Australia Caucus’, and ‘Zonta Convention Brisbane 2024’.

Other Zonta presentations were given by Sue Wicks from Mount Isa.

Sue formed a group discussion about ‘The Zonta Spirit’.

Jenni Ziesemer, the Zonta Foundation Ambassador, spoke about the various options for donations.

In addition, each Club gave a presentation about the work they had done over the year and plans for the future.

44 members were able to attend on the day, including District 22 Governor Lyn Agnew, one guest and three guest speakers.

Following the meeting, a casual dinner was held at Paradiso Restaurant in Airlie Beach.

The next Zonta meeting will be on June 13 at 5.30pm, if interested call 0418 787 300.


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