Category Archives: awareness days

National Volunteer Week: Kym Irvine’s St Mary’s Story

In celebration of National Volunteer Week, we spoke with Kym Irvine whose been volunteer at St Mary’s for 31 years and counting. Kym’s journey with St Mary’s began back in 1993 when his son took his first steps onto the field as a Tacker. In those early days Kym found himself involved in many roles.Continue reading “National Volunteer Week: Kym Irvine’s St Mary’s Story”

National Volunteer Week: Wayne Mace’s St Mary’s Story

To mark National Volunteer Week, we spoke with Wayne Mace, whose volunteer journey with St Mary’s spans three decades. Reflecting on his early days, Wayne fondly recalls, “My kids, Liam and Sean, started at St Mary’s Junior Club in 1994, and from there, our involvement just grew. Liz and I jumped in to lend aContinue reading “National Volunteer Week: Wayne Mace’s St Mary’s Story”

Our volunteers recognised by Volunteering Australia

During National Volunteer Week, we’re thrilled that Volunteering Australia spotlighted four of our outstanding volunteers: Liz Mace, Wayne Mace, Terry Derham and Livio Basile. Volunteers like them are the heart of our community and the backbone of our success; without volunteers, we don’t have a club. In the spirit of this year’s theme, ‘Something forContinue reading “Our volunteers recognised by Volunteering Australia”

National Volunteer Week 2024

Today marks the beginning of National Volunteer Week, a time to shine a spotlight on the incredible work of volunteers who make such a difference in our community. Whether you’re involved in game day management, event planning or cooking meals, your contributions are truly appreciated. But this week isn’t just about recognising current volunteers; it’sContinue reading “National Volunteer Week 2024”

Celebrating diversity: Netball’s inaugural Harmony Round

Tonight our netball teams participated in the NFNL’s inaugural Harmony Round, celebrating our multicultural society and the benefits it brings. Our players donned orange ribbons in their hair to show our commitment to embodying cultural inclusivity and diversity . Why orange? Orange signifies social communication and meaningful conversations. It also relates to the freedom ofContinue reading “Celebrating diversity: Netball’s inaugural Harmony Round”

Standing against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination

Today is International Day against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination (IDAHOBIT Day). In 1990, homosexuality was rightfully removed from the WHO Classification of diseases. Yet, LGBTQIA+ communities still face discrimination. Sport has a long history of exclusion towards LGBTQIA+ people and many don’t see sport as a safe space because of the continued prevalence of discrimination and hostility.Continue reading “Standing against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination”

Get ready for the Big Freeze

Let’s make a splash and support the Big Freeze Round with the NFNL from June 12-16! Grab your beanie or socks at Coles, Bunnings, or online. Some awesome supporterslike Joel (pictured below) have already got their gear! Proceeds will fund cutting-edge MND research to find effective treatments and ultimately a cure, as well as careContinue reading “Get ready for the Big Freeze”

Pat Cronin Foundation Round 2024: Standing against violence in sports

Sports have always been a source of joy, entertainment and healthy competition. Unfortunately, incidents of cowardly punches and violence have tarnished sporting events in recent years. That’s why events like the Pat Cronin Foundation Round are so crucial in not only remembering those who have been affected violence, but also in taking a stand toContinue reading “Pat Cronin Foundation Round 2024: Standing against violence in sports”

Creating safer communities: Pat Cronin Round 2024

Join us this weekend for the Pat Cronin Round to show support for Pat Cronin Foundation and their mission to end the coward punch. Pat’s life was cut short in 2016 after a coward punch attack following his first senior footy game at his much loved club Lower Plenty. His tragic passing served as aContinue reading “Creating safer communities: Pat Cronin Round 2024”