PeelConnect, a group of locals supporting the work of celebrated community volunteer Reg Lambert, is hosting a public dinner to acknowledge and celebrate the work of agencies and community groups tackling the issues of homelessness, mental health, drugs and alcohol.
The dinner was planned be a “thank you” from the community for making Mandurah and the Peel region a better place.
A spokeswoman for PeelConnect said each invited agency would be eligible for two complimentary tickets to attend on the evening.
“PeelConnect invites all members of our community to help celebrate our agencies with an evening of fun, food, and friendship,” she said.
Tickets were available to the public for $35 and would include live entertainment and a two course meal.
PeelConnect was first convened by Mr Lambert in 2015.
At the age of 92, Mr Lambert still visits homeless people in the early hours of the morning to provide friendship, hot drinks, care packs, and referrals where appropriate.
Celebrating Connection in Community
- Where: Oceanic Bar and Grill, 4 The Palladio, Mandurah
- When: 6pm, Tuesday, August 1, 2017
- Contact: Email peelconnect@gmail.com or call 0420 714 379
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PeelConnect’s purpose is to:
- Connect agencies and individuals so that together we are more effective and empowered with current community issues
- Support the work of these agencies and collaborate for effective outcomes
- Raise funds for specific projects such as lockers for the homeless
- Strengthen and extend the work of Night Carers (visiting the homeless)
- Increase the availability of crisis accommodation, either directly, or indirectly by supporting other agencies to expand their work
Nathan Hondros
Senior Journalist for the Mandurah Mail, Australian Community Media, and Fairfax Media.
Senior Journalist for the Mandurah Mail, Australian Community Media, and Fairfax Media.
