Thursday, 17 August 2023

Bass electorate constituent milestones

Jordan CRUGNALE (Bass) (10:09): Celebrating all things 100! Inverloch’s Trevor Scott, two years shy of 100, was recently awarded the RSL meritorious service medal. A member for 67 years, he served in World War II, highly regarded and respected, with a very long list of community achievements. For the record, he committed to handing out for Labor at the next election.

Magnificence aplenty – Bonnie Castle turned 104. To fulfil her lifelong dream to go to Paris, the lifestyle team at Griffiths Point Lodge in San Remo threw a Parisian-themed party and her friend Betty Pescud made an incredible papier-mâché Eiffel Tower. Pauline Priestly from the Inverloch Legacy Widows Club reached the same milestone, another remarkable woman who served in the Australian Women’s Army Service during World War II, enlisting at the age of 18. Cherished by many, the ever-so-sprightly Joan Conroy of Cardinia also celebrated the big 100.

Inverloch Kongwak netball player Lanni Pryor celebrated her 100th game against Tooradin Dalmore with a convincing win, cementing their place at the top of the ladder. Pearcedale Panther Tahlia Coates celebrated her 100th. Accurate under the post, she started her journey as an under-17 player and has risen steadily to become a big part of the senior side. Miah Roberts won the 100-metre backstroke at the Victorian Country Short Course Swimming Championships in Wangaratta as part of the South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club. The club finished third overall. All embrace life, are spirited and energising, with remarkable milestones and community contributions. Happy 100th!