Stalwarts mark 40 years

Josephine Thompson and Beryl Smith cut the 40th birthday cake. 194572_01 Picture: DANIELLE KUTCHEL

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Loyal volunteers have celebrated the Hallam Friends of Red Cross’s 40th birthday at an event on Monday 17 June.

Red Cross metropolitan-zone chairperson Heather Perrott spoke on the value of volunteering and the organisation’s refugee program.

She also presented long-service medals to members Josephine Thompson (who volunteered for 30 years) and Beryl Smith (20 years).

The 20-member group regularly fundraises with raffles and street stalls, selling crafts, cakes, jam and plants.

“New members are always welcome to join in for a cuppa and socialise with friends,” president Betty Keen said.

It holds regular meetings at Hallam Community Learning Centre on the third Monday of the month.

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