Queensland President’s Message

Queensland Diamond Cove Community Association President’s Message

Hello,

I hope that you and your family have had a great time on our two skating rinks. We could not have done it without the help of the following volunteers: Fenix, Creston, Preston, John, Stephan, Raymond, Patrick, Tyler, Pang, and Malcolm and anyone who was missed from this list, I am sorry but very much appreciate the time you all put in this year.

This month I asked the rink volunteers to write down why they choose to volunteer for our community rink.

“I grew up on the rink and wanted to keep it going.”

“To give back to the community that gave me a rink to skate on as a kid.”

“I like working at the rink because I see that I am valued. We need to attract younger volunteers.”

“I like being around other volunteers, families, and kids who love the game.”

“I like to work around other like-minded people making ice.”

“It feels good to see the finished clean and frozen surface, I am able to walk away and admire the finished product.”

“Fresh air, exercise, health, and wellness.”

“There is something oddly satisfying turning water into ice, families making memories.”

“Quietly helping create the magic behind the scenes. Volunteers laugh as they wobble, fall, and get back up, frozen fingers, way too much pride looking over the smooth surface. I am allowing someone to have a good day when their skates touch the surface. It is all worth it.”

“I am giving back to the community rink where I learnt to skate.”

“I was fortunate to watch Malcolm flood the rink; it is amazing how so much water gets poured onto the surface. I really had no idea the work that goes into preparing the surface. Thank you again for our service to our community.”

Upcoming Events

Friday night hang out group will be on March 13 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm in the Jensen room. Cost is $5. Snacks will be provided. Come out and have fun with other community members aged 12 to 15. Board games, music, and good conversation. Anita and Julie R. are the adult community volunteers.

Friday night hang out group will also be meeting on the following Friday nights: April 17, May 22, and June 12. If you are interested in volunteering, please get in touch with Linda Brown at the centre.

Spring Children’s Party – Saturday, March 28 from 12:00 to 2:00 pm. Crafts, refreshments, and a bouncy castle will be provided to children ages 3 to 12. This is a joint event with Deer Ridge Community Association.

Our AGM will be held on April 25 this year; we wanted to make sure that you are aware of the positions that are up for renewal. If you are interested in any of these positions, please ask Linda Brown to see the detailed information.

• President (two-year term) – currently Martine Myrthu

• Second Vice President (two-year term) – currently Steve Foote

• Secretary (two-year term) – currently Eva Reid

• Treasurer (two-year term) – still open from last AGM

• Memberships (two-year term) – currently Kevin Kiejko

• Ways and Means (two-year term) – open since 2024/2025 AGM

• Digital Media (two-year term) – currently Genevieve Myrthu

• Two Directors at Large renewed yearly – currently Julie Jack and Ian Murphy

Casino sign up information is available on our Facebook page and on our website. Please use the QR code that is available on the bulletin boards at the centre. Our casino is on Monday, May 25 and Tuesday, May 26 at the Deerfoot Inn and Casino.

Good Food boxes are available every month

Kind regards,

Martine

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