Mackay Regional Catholic Women’s League Fundraiser.

The annual Mackay Regional Catholic Women’s League’s “Combined Afternoon” fundraiser was an outstanding success to say the least. On Saturday 16^th March 138 ladies (and a few children) attended the afternoon’s festivities at a local Bowls Club.

The theme of the afternoon was “Brides of Yesteryear” with the proceeds to go to SVDP Flood and Drought appeal.  Each branch was asked to “supply” two dresses and models for the parade.  The function was advertised in all parish bulletins in the district and caught the attention of a few parishioners who asked if they could show their bridal dress or that of their late mother – some were made in the early 1950s and are still in perfect condition.

 As there were a number of size 8 dresses the biggest problem was to find models to wear them.  Problem solved – once again a number of Mercy College students answered the call for volunteers to give up their Saturday afternoon to, not only serve the afternoon tea, but also for three or four girls to model bridal dresses.                                                                                   

The work ethic shown by these students are a credit to their parents and to their College. They not only served the afternoon tea but worked untiringly in the kitchen and as “runners” during the drawing of the Cent Sale.

 A number of CWL branches have already donated to the Townsville Flood Appeal and we were very pleased to be able to contribute to this worthy cause. A cheque for $2500.00 being the proceeds from this function was presented to the Mackay Regional President of SVDP, Mr. Frank Gilbert by Doris McSherry.

 Doris McSherry

President (Mackay Regional CWL)