The Queensland Country Women’s Association Proserpine has hit its biggest milestone, celebrating 100 years of dedicated service and commitment to Proserpine and the wider Whitsundays community.
The Proserpine branch began with a meeting between five local ladies, held in the Grand Theatre.
Its main goal was to alleviate isolation and loneliness felt by women and children who lived in the area, which was predominately farming properties.
From there, a request was sent for a Country Women’s Association representative to travel to Proserpine and share the aims and objectives of the group further.
Mrs Fairfax and Miss Nevell travelled to Proserpine in July 1923, and spoke with a large group of ladies, about 51 in total, thus forming the Proserpine branch.
In 1935, the QCWA Proserpine built their own hall, in Faust Street, which still services the group for meetings and functions.
The branch’s official Centenary celebrations will take place on August 19, with any and all past members or members of other clubs, and members of the wider community.
The luncheon will include a light lunch, a fantastic tea pot display, a lucky door prize, raffle, and an exploration of the club’s history.
Contact the branch for further information or to RSVP on proserpineqcwq@gmail.com.
WHAT: QCWA Proserpine Branch 100 Years Celebrations
WHERE: CQWA Hall, 4 Faust Street, Proserpine
WHEN: Saturday August 19, 10am to 1pm
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