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Social Distancing golf lesson at Karoonda
Community people in the farming district of Karoonda have been severely challenged by a series of drought
years, resulting in poor harvests, and reduced incomes. Continuing drought conditions have been a real
emotional and financial struggle for these rural families.

The resilience of these people was clearly demonstrated at a recent community event held at the Karoonda
Golf Course. Local leaders arranged this event which was designed to attract local families to attend a social
occasion where they could share their experiences, and support and care for each other through these hard
times. Football and netball competitions have been favourite occasions for families to get together, but
the COVID-19 crisis put an end to that. So the attraction at this event was to learn how to play golf,
which is a new participant sport for many young locals. Golf Pro Stephen Wilson, from Murray Bridge,
was commissioned to give lessons to 26 keen learners, and over 40 locals joined in the very enjoyable
BBQ lunch for all.

It is anticipated that further competition days will continue into the future.

This important social event at Karoonda was sponsored by the RC Murray Bridge, who channelled Rotary
Australia World Community Services funds to meet a local need.

Local farmer, Hannah Loller, expressed appreciation on behalf of the community, “Please thank Rotary and
let them know our household is feeling a lot brighter for the opportunity.”

Roger Wicks

Meet your neighbours...

An ongoing series introducing the clubs in the District

Clubs are invited to submit a story about themselves of around 200 words and a photo.
We would like to include as many clubs as we can throughout the year so please keep
them coming. (The Editor - Euan Miller) email: euan@gdaysa.com.au

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