Laurieton Rotary Club brings smiles to Fijian schoolchildren Camden Haven Camden Haven News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 29, 2024 Rotarians from Laurieton with children and educators from Vakabuli School. THE Rotary Club of Laurieton recently sent a group of dedicated Rotarians to Fiji, continuing its longstanding tradition of charitable work. The members included Ian and Barbara Jackson, Penny Peake and Marlene Brown. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au During their visit, the team delivered 75 education packs to various schools in remote farming regions, bringing essential supplies to children in need. The packs included a lunch box, drink bottle, exercise books, stationary and colouring pencils. The backpacks, filled with school materials, were warmly received by the local communities. Many of the children who received the supplies are from disadvantaged backgrounds, with some lacking even the most basic necessities. “Some of these children didn’t even have shoes, but it was amazing to see how immaculately they kept their uniforms and the pride they had,” said Rotarian Ian Jackson. Despite the challenges faced by these children, the joy and gratitude they expressed left a lasting impact on the Laurieton Rotarians. “It was heartwarming to see how happy these children were and how grateful they were for what we gave them,” Marlene Brown said. By Luke HADFIELD
