THE Stuarts Point and District Community Organisation (SPaDCO) hosted their regular community meeting, usually held every two months on a Wednesday evening, at the Stuarts Point Community Hall on Sunday, 27 July.
Straying from tradition, local residents were invited to attend a free brunch combined with a thought-provoking Q&A session discussing issues such as water quality, how the SPaDCO website works, and how grant funds are being utilised.
Questions covered four main issues: community meetings, safety in the community, resilience against disasters, and the Stuarts Point Structure Plan.
SPaDCO Chairperson Mary-Lou Lewis told NOTA, “The purpose of the day’s proceedings was to inform and to be informed.”
Promoted as an all-ages event, 65 individuals and many volunteers arrived for the 11am to 1pm gathering, many with younger family members ready to enjoy the social setting while enjoying the cookery provided by the talented catering crew.
“To all the residents and their families who came along to the Hall Brunch… a big thank you for all your ideas and contributions and it was great to have the children giving us their thoughts too, all of which may be used to help shape our way forward as a community organisation,” a spokesperson for the SPaDCO committee said.
SPaDCO represents an extended region that includes Eungai, Yarrahapinni, Grassy Head, Fishermans Reach and Stuarts Point.
The group is considering holding future meetings in locations throughout the district to promote inclusive interaction.
By Jen HETHERINGTON
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