At ACC as you probably know, we get by on the smell of an oily rag. All the things that happen here are implemented by less than 2.5 EFT (effective full time) staff hours.

It’s a miracle … not really!

We rely on a fabulous group of volunteers to help us run all the things we run.

Starting from the top of our organisation is our Committee of Governance who kindly put aside a couple of hours each month to help us plan our strategic direction and provide high level support.

Then we have wonderfully committed people who run things week in and out … like the two Shirley’s from line dancing - one who leads the group and the other who comes past each week to deliver the money.

And Phil who has joined us this year for 2 hours weekly to help our neighbours learn how to wrangle their devices (and David who used to do this but has been up in Sydney).

And Anne who helps in our garden (and Demisse who was here last year - we’re missing him).

And Sarah who sets up toy library each week.

And all the people who put their hand up to be the leader of their book club or playgroup … or any other activity that is part of our program.

And Elaine and Manu and Monica who make preserves to sell … and Anne and Marie Louise who have been yarn bombing and crafting … and Elaine (again) who knits and knits … and Sandra … and Frank who knits 🧶 too.

And the AAA Bowls volunteers who support Jill and run such a wonderful program …

Thanks all. Your big(ger) and the small(er) contributions make all the difference - and we know we couldn’t possibly do it without you.

Happy National Volunteers Week.