BELLINGER Valley VIEW Club has kicked off 2023 with enthusiasm, planning the celebrations for its 38th year in June, and is keenly looking to welcome new members who want to give back to their community and make new connections with women in the area.

VIEW Clubs, apart from the social aspect, have a focus on supporting children in need.

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VIEW was founded in 1960 by the General Secretary of The Smith Family, George Forbes, to support the charitable work of the organisation.

VIEW stands for the Voice, Interests and Education of Women, and is a network of close to 300 clubs and over 14,000 women throughout Australia.

It provides a place for women to connect in the community, enjoy social activities, and develop lasting friendships, all while supporting the work of children’s education charity, The Smith Family.

VIEW is the largest community sponsor of The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program, which provides students with financial, educational and personal support.

“Bellinger Valley VIEW Club supports five students in both primary and high schools through this program, ensuring they have their essential school supplies, uniforms and participate in excursions,” Gina Troy, Bellingen Valley VIEW spokesperson told News Of The Area.

“We hold street stalls during the year to help raise money for the sponsorship of these students.

“This alone is very satisfying and it’s wonderful to help underprivileged children.

“Although only knowing their first names, it is gratifying to receive reports and correspondence from our students telling us of their activities and achievements,” she said.

VIEW Clubs nationally support the educational outcomes of more than 1,590 children and young people experiencing disadvantage.

Through this powerful, long standing connection, VIEW is proud to enable better futures for young Australians.

The Bellinger Valley VIEW Club offers additional benefits to members.

“Social events such as outings for morning teas and luncheons, fun activities, interesting speakers and entertainment at our monthly luncheon meetings, especially by our local school’s musical groups, plus activities with other local VIEW Clubs,” said Gina.

“VIEW clubs are great when one relocates to a new region.

“It’s easy to join and make new friends who make you very welcome.

“We are always looking for women of all backgrounds and ages to join us and look forward to welcoming new faces at our next monthly meeting,” she said.

Bellinger Valley VIEW Club meets on the third Monday of each month at the Bellingen Golf Club at 11am for an 11.30am start.

For further information please call Gina on 66551756.or email bellviewclub@gmail.com.

By Andrea FERRARI