Sporting Memories Australia - Community and Volunteer Expo

Recently Richard McGrath and Robert Laidlaw set up a ‘Sporting Memories’ stall at the Tea Tree Gully Community and Volunteer Expo, held at the Golden Grove Recreation Centre. The expo was about community connection and helping people find activities and purpose. It was an amazing opportunity to not only get recognition for what Sporting Memories is all about, but to network with similar minded organisations.

There was a lot of interest at the Sporting Memories’ stall, with many of the available Pink Packs and literature snapped up. There was also some interest in volunteering, while 12 people signed up for the weekly Pink Pack! Over 100 people were in attendance, with around 50 stalls, which covered a wide range of organisations, including TTG Men’s Shed at Holden Hill, which is a regular location on the Sporting Memories calendar.

One of the available activities was face painting, which Richard gladly indulged in (as per photo below), while after the three-hour expo, a networking session was held. TTG Mayor Marijka Ryan spent time speaking with Richard and Robert, and expressed interest in what Sporting Memories was doing, which augurs well for SportsUnited’s opportunities for ongoing support from the council. It is hoped further expos are organised, by TTG and other council areas, which offer opportunities for SportsUnited to spread the word on Sporting Memories and possibly Supporting Success!

Several great ideas have been discussed as a result of the expo, while the contacts made will be invaluable going forward.
​Thankyou Tea Tree Gully Council for putting this event on, and all the friendly staff.’

Not sure about that face decoration Richard

Richard & Robert with TTG Mayor ​Marijka Ryan