Main funding purpose: Area of greatest need

The story so far

Broadmeadows Auxiliary was founded in 1967 by a group of families and friends. For over 50 years the Broadmeadows Auxiliary has supported the hospital, raising money for a number of areas including the Pathology, Neonatal, Ophthalmology, Dentistry and Psychiatry Departments as well as the ICU, the Diabetic Unit and the Day Cancer Unit. Over the years, their fundraising activities have evolved from selling Christmas cards, pie and chocolate drives, to selling Tote Bags, holding stalls at Wallan Market and hosting high teas. The Auxiliary also served Devonshire teas at the Broadmeadows Youth Expo, held a children’s fancy dress party and assisted in the Kiosk, Canteen and Auxiliaries Gift Shop. Many members enjoyed Morning Melodies music events and theatre days. One of its members, Maude Ham, was the inaugural Madge Tate Service Award winner, receiving the award in 1994. Maude was involved in the administration of the Auxiliary and worked in the Canteen for over 25 years.

2023/2024 Auxiliary Report

Broadmeadows Auxiliary has had another successful year of fundraising. Bunnings sausage sizzles, our Annual High Tea and our Christmas in July fundraisers have proven to be very successful. This year we also introduced a new fundraiser, Footy Lotto, which has been welcomed by all with lots of fun and enthusiasm. We have a committed group of members who all know their roles and always support our events. Sadly, we lost a very valuable member this year, Michael Eccles, who, with his wife, had been great supporters over the years. We look forward to the future and in celebrating our 70th year in 2027.

Office bearers

President: Janice Memery
Secretary: Faye Eccles
Treasurer: Christine Boden

Contact

Janice Memery

Phone
0419 554 243

Email
[email protected]