State Commissioner's Report
We have experienced a few COVID hiccups of late but nothing that the Guiding community can’t handle! We continue to be flexible, resilient and prepared for all situations. We held celebrations for World Thinking Day at a Region level this year and many amazing events were run under the 2021 WTD Theme of Peacebuilding. Peacebuilding is at the heart of Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting and is as vital and relevant today as for the last 100 years. Along with many other Western Australians, we were saddened that we were not able to take part in ANZAC activities over the long weekend. A record number of vigils, sleepovers and camps were planned but were unable to go ahead because of the snap lockdown. Although these events did not happen, we joined with thousands of other WA residents in paying our respects at the end of our driveways. The Annual General Meeting of GGWA has been conducted for another year, which saw our governance requirements completed. It was a lovely morning of business and pleasure. It was good to see many new faces amongst those who always take a keen interest in the proceedings. The morning tea provided by the Our Barn Committee and was delicious, as always. The GGWA Water Team has been out on the water for a number of
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"Guiding in Western Australia does not just happen. it is because of the dedication of our Volunteers, Unit Leaders, Supporters and Staff."
Canoeing Trefoil days. These are very popular and provide opportunities for Guides to challenge themselves and increase their skill level. A great day was had at Adrenaline Vault Indoor Rock Climb venue, where Guides of all ages scaled the walls and had a go at bouldering. The amazing staff and plenty of parents were on hand to help, which made for a very enjoyable event. We celebrated our Volunteers during National Volunteer Week, but know that we don’t need a special week to say thank you. Guiding in Western Australia does not just happen; it is because of the dedication of our Volunteers, Unit Leaders, Supporters and Staff that we are able to continue to empower girls and young women to become confident, self-respecting, responsible community members. Katrina Lane State Commissioner Girl Guides WA Paula Dunn Laura Ives- Hicks Claire Veen Assistant State Commissioners
