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12/26/09

 

 

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OBJECTS

The objects of the association are—

(a)    To broaden the scope of member clubs in their activities by combining together as a Council.

(b)    To promote the development of horticultural knowledge and interests among member clubs and the wider community.

(c)    To promote the enjoyment of gardening and friendship among member clubs.

(d)  To encourage an understanding of conservation of our national and natural heritage.

(e)      To participate in community events and projects that contribute to the beautification of our natural and built environment through enhancements to public parks, gardens, and like facilities.

 


MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

Queensland Council of Garden Clubs Inc (QCGC) is managed by a committee which meets monthly.  Committee members are members of the member clubs and are elected at the AGM.  A monthly general meeting is for delegates from member clubs to obtain information about events and the results of committee discussions.  It also provides the opportunity for clubs to give feedback to the management committee.

MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

 President                                Mr Noel Prior                   Ph 3359 3457

 Vice President                        Mr Richard Speechley    Ph 3300 1425

 Secretary                               Mrs Anne Baster             Ph 3823 2717

 Treasurer                                Mrs Helen Acworth         Ph 3287 6497

 Conservation                          Mrs Janet Stevens          Ph 3209 1617

 Publicity                                  position vacant

Mr Harry Schomacker    Ph 3848 1670

Mrs Deirdre Gerhardt      Ph 3350 4462

 Mrs Norma Klaassen     Ph 3359 5165

 Garden Clubs Ambassador   Kath Stumer                    Ph: 3201 2262

                                               14 Bundoora Ave

                                               KARANA DOWNS QLD 4306

 Newsletter Editor                  Mrs Lorraine Roberts        Ph 5447 4934

                                               3 Belli St

                                               NOOSA QLD 4567

Webmaster                            Mr Jim Purdie                    Ph 3390 7967

                                               112/2 Ford Crt

                                               CARINDALE QLD 4152

 Queensland Council of Garden Clubs Inc

 

Mail            PO Box 5405 WEST END QLD 4101

Email          secretary2@qcgc.net

Website      www.qcgc.net
 


GARDEN CLUBS AMBASSADOR

The Garden Clubs Ambassador visits member clubs giving details of events and items of interest and acts as a liaison with the Management Committee.  The Ambassador is selected by a panel of 3 judges from persons nominated by their club. The person holds the position for one year.


 

Services to Members

 

Newsletter

Member clubs are kept informed about news, shows, events, policies, issues etc through the quarterly Newsletter.

 

Register

A complete list of member clubs with contact details and meeting times and places.

Club Management

Information on aspects of running a club - meeting procedure, duties of office bearers etc.

Insurance

Insurance cover through a group insurance scheme.

Social Occasions

Social functions and competitions to encourage friendship between clubs.

Guest Speakers

Suggestions for guest speakers.

Bus Trips

Suggestions for destinations, nurseries and other places of interest for organising bus trips.

Special Occasions

Opportunities for members to participate in festivals, community events and horticultural shows, e.g. RNA show, Newstead House, Nambour Garden Expo.

Telephone Listing

Through the listing in the White Pages (Queensland Council of Garden Clubs) and Yellow Pages (Clubs Gardening - Queensland Council of Garden Clubs) members of the public can get information on clubs in their area and suggestions about gardening.

Conservation

 

The Conservation Officer gathers information of interest about conservation and related matters and reports to the members at the general meeting and in the Newsletter.

Government  & Other Bodies

 

QCGC has a close association with the Australian Centre for Lifestyle Horticulture, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Australia’s Open Garden Scheme among others.

QCGC President attends regular meetings of Queensland Government Dept Primary Industries groups.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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