From the President: August 2023
Welcome to the August edition of the OGA Blog.
I am sure I’m not the only one who is on the countdown to Spring and some warmer weather! In saying that, I hope our farming families are getting the rain they need for their crops and livestock. I was in the Wheatbelt a couple of weeks ago, and it was so lovely to see sprawling green paddocks with the odd pop of yellow canola. What a beautiful place!Â
We had a wonderful time last week at the OGA Movie Night. It was a great opportunity for friends to catch up over a glass of wine pre-movie. The New Boy was a thought-provoking film that showcased some incredible Australian talent. Thank you to everyone who attended and for your generous contributions to Share the Dignity. August is the designated month for the charity to collect sanitary products, and I am so pleased we can make such a worthwhile contribution. If you would still like to make a donation, there are collection boxes in Woolworths stores Australia-wide.Â
Wishing you all a wonderful month ahead.Â
Gemma Varone (2009) | President
Author: Santa Maria College
Santa Maria College is a vibrant girls school with a growing local presence and reputation. Our Mission is to educate young Mercy women who act with courage and compassion to enrich our world. Santa Maria College is located in Attadale in Western Australia, 16 km from the Perth CBD. We offer a Catholic education for girls in Years 5 – 12 and have 1300 students, including 152 boarders.
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