Page 3 - VIEW Matters magazine

From the Executive

As your National Executive, we are extremely proud of the
strength and resilience VIEW members have shown to each
L–R: Beryl Pike, Anne-Louise other, The Smith Family and their Learning for Life students
O’Connor and Jo Gray
over the period of our leadership term.

espite many disappointments we might not have otherwise had the ever Patron, Her Excellency Mrs Linda
as we faced cancellations and chance to connect with. Hurley. Mrs Hurley is a great advocate
D postponements, including Following on from the success of our for education and women in community.
60th Anniversary celebrations, club Diamond Jubilee online raffle, our 2021 Their Excellencies recently connected
birthdays, inaugurals and even VIEW’s National Convention Raffle was also with VIEW members virtually in
National Convention, we have so much moved online, raising $29,085. Tasmania, South Australia and Western
to celebrate. We have much pleasure Australia.
in sharing some of our reflections and Members also developed innovative During our term Anne-Louise, Beryl
memorable highlights. and creative ways to fundraise for The and I have embraced our theme of
Smith Family and ensure continued
During the year of our 60th Anniversary support of their Learning for Life 60+ Years of ‘Strength and Support’.
we, together with many members, were students. We are delighted that, These characteristics exemplify the
fortunate to be able to enjoy the warm overall, VIEW Clubs is now sponsoring way our members have overcome the
hospitality of the Governors of New 1,498 students. challenges experienced in the past two
South Wales, Tasmania, Queensland Amazingly, five new clubs have opened years.
and South Australia, in Vice Regal during our term, and we’ve significantly We believe VIEW is stronger than ever.
events. We also enjoyed another special increased membership in some areas. Thanks to the unwavering support
celebration later in the year hosted by Congratulations to Point Lonsdale from our members, we continue to
His Excellency the Governor General of and Ocean Grove Day in Victoria; connect with others in the community
Australia, David Hurley and Mrs Linda Wangi Wangi in New South Wales, and make a lasting difference to the
Hurley. Maryborough in Queensland, and our lives of disadvantaged students across
A silver lining for us during the latest addition, Tonsley VIEW Club in Australia.
COVID-19 lockdowns was the South Australia. Thank you everyone, stay safe and
opportunity to speak to, and get to Our most exciting achievement has Season’s Greetings to you all!
know, so many VIEW members who been the appointment of VIEW’s first Jo Gray, National Vice President

What is VIEW?

VIEW is a national women’s volunteer organisation supporting the education
charity, The Smith Family. Connected through a common purpose, VIEW Club’s
14,000+ members:

• make lasting friendships, share ideas and knowledge and
enjoy social activities;
• learn and develop new skills, while giving back to their communities; and
• advocate for and support the educational outcomes of disadvantaged
Australian students.

Find out more about VIEW by visiting view.org.au, calling
1800 805 366 or emailing view@thesmithfamily.com.au

NOVEMBER 2021 3