Young Lions Club Honoured as Club of the Year

The Lions Club of Young has been awarded the distinguished title of ‘Club of the Year’.

The Club was awarded the honour at the “Roar of the Mount” convention held in Bathurst.

“This accolade reflects not only our club’s unwavering commitment to the local community, but also the collective spirit and determination of our members. We are grateful for the recognition and even more determined to serve our community with dedication, compassion, and integrity.”

“We extend our heartfelt thanks to all members, local supporters, and the broader Lions network for their encouragement. Together, we will continue to make a difference—one project, one act of kindness, and one leader at a time,” said Publicity Officer Heather Miller.

The Club would like to thank Bunnings for their support throughout the year.

“We have much appreciation and “thank you” to Bunnings for their continued support and the opportunity they have given us to raise funds, which allows us to help others. Their generosity and partnership play a vital role in our ability to serve those in need and deliver meaningful projects throughout our community,” said Heather.

Bunnings Raffle Winners Ticket Numbers

1. Ticket 26473 - Tom Dean
2. Ticket 26007 - Greg Muller
3. Ticket 26035 - Narelle Knox

In November, the Club held ‘Lap The Map’ on Diabetes Awareness Day. The treasure hunt had participants follow letters in store windows around town to lap kilometres for a cure.

“The event was a remarkable success, bringing people of all ages together to learn about diabetes in a fun and interactive way. We extend a special thank you to FTS. (prizes for the game) and Big W (fruit & veg raffle) for sponsoring this initiative—their commitment to the well-being of our community is truly appreciated and made a real difference on the day,” said Heather.

Lions have a specific program which trains medical alert dogs to detect changes in blood sugar.

“Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong condition that requires constant monitoring of blood glucose levels. For many Australians living with this condition, early detection of hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) or hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar) is vital.”

“Medical alert dogs, specifically trained through programs such as the Lions Medical Alert Dog initiative, offer invaluable support by detecting changes in blood sugar levels and alerting their owners, helping to prevent serious health complications,” said Heather.

The Club recently held their junior public speaking evening with 15 students from Young Public School.

“The students gave a prepared speech of their choice and the year 5-6 were given an impromptu question and asked to give a 1-minute response. “Should teachers be replaced by online learning?”

“We would like to extend our sincere congratulations to all involved in the Junior Public Speaking program—from the participating students to the teachers, families and school leaders who support them. The calibre of these young speakers is a genuine reflection of Young Public School’s commitment to fostering leadership, confidence and communication amongst its students.”

“This opportunity is open to other students who are interested in gaining experience in this field. Contact any Lions member or you can find the Lions Club of Young Facebook page,” said Heather.

The Club is currently actively supporting the Jane McGrath Foundation. They have held two BBQs at trot meetings to raise funds so far.

“At this year’s Cherry Festival, the Glen McGrath signed cricket ball was auctioned on Saturday by Adrian Waru, who generously volunteered his time and expertise as auctioneer, helping the ball fetch $200. Don’t forget, tickets, merchandise, and our dedicated fundraising page will remain open and active until March 2026, giving everyone plenty of time to show their support for this worthy cause.”

“A raffle, backed by local businesses, was also conducted. A photo featuring Kris Behler highlights the winner of the pearls, which were graciously sponsored by our local Regency Jewellers,” said Heather.

“Cherry Festival and the Cherry Breakfast are major events for our Lions Club, with the assistance of neighbouring clubs helping us fulfill the commitment of serving The Big Breakfast. These occasions offer wonderful opportunities to strengthen community bonds and showcase the spirit of cooperation between clubs. Every year, the support from our members and partner clubs ensures the events are memorable and inclusive for everyone.”

“From Young we continue to give support to neighbouring towns with Lions Eye Screening in schools where we assist other Lions Clubs nearby to conduct the Vision Screening for school children,” said Heather.

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