Earlier this week a new Red Bench was unveiled by Mayor Ry Collins at Shingley Beach in Cannonvale, as part of the Red Rose Foundation LGAQ Walk Against Domestic Violence campaign.
It is one of four Red Benches that will be central places for reflection in the Whitsunday region.
Other locations are set to include Lions Park, Collinsville; Case Park in Bowen, and Ken McPherson Park, Proserpine.
Zonta Club of Whitsundays oversaw the installation of the Red Bench at Shingley Beach.
The local not-for-profit organisation donated the seating as part of the Red Bench Project, a program launched in 2019 by The Red Rose Foundation.
In his speech on the day Mayor Ry Collins reflected on the bench’s significance:
“These benches not only raise awareness but also serve as lasting reminders that we must continue to stand together to fight against domestic violence and support survivors. Together we can Change The Ending.”
“This initiative highlights our commitment to raising awareness and promoting action to end domestic and family violence.
“We are proud to contribute to this effort and to stand in solidarity with the Local Government Association of Queensland, which encourages councils to take part in activities such as the ‘walk against violence’.”
“Through unity, compassion and collective action, we can build a future where safety, respect and dignity are rights that belong to everyone.”
The Zonta ladies with Mayor Ry Collins and Councillor Clay Bauman. Front row: Nikki Firmin from DV Safe Phone, Dancing CEO Ambassador Katelyn Aslett-Collins, Dancing CEO Julie Telford and Councillor Jan Clifford at the bench’s unveiling.
The Zonta ladies sitting on the brand new bench.
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