$5000 bonanza for Lancefield!!

Lancefield Bowling Club members were elated to receive a $5000 Volunteer Grant on Thursday 8th June 2023.

“Volunteers are the lifeblood of our community and their value is beyond measure,” long-serving federal district parliamentarian Rob Mitchell said.

‘I am proud to be part of a government that recognises the worth of these unsung heroes, and also aims to assist community groups in the services they provide.”

The Member for McEwen said for a relatively small club, Lancefield had done a tremendous job dating back to its formation in the 1960s.

And LBC vice-president Jeff Holmes was quick to point out the Lancefield club’s great record in grand finals (The Tigers have played in the last six division one grand finals, with two flags in the past three seasons in Saturday pennant.)

Mr Mitchell explained the grants program provided vital funds for various not-for-profit organisations, whether this was for training, equipment or reimbursement of costs, and enables community groups to focus on valuable work they do.

Mr Holmes said Lancefield was pleased to be largely a self-help club, and the $5000 would be put to very good use.

The club members (volunteers) assist inclusion of vulnerable people in community life.

For a long time Lancefield BC has held a reputation for fine cooking/afternoon teas, and the welcome visit also saw this aspect of the club.

Refreshments were enjoyed by all that attended.