From Shed to Pride – The Goolwa Lions Book Den
For many in Goolwa, the Lions Book Shed was more than just a place to find a good read—it was a beloved chapter in the town’s shared story. When its doors closed on July 31, 2023, and the “Shed” was dismantled weeks later, it left not just an empty lot, but a narrative pause. A […]
Roaring with Generosity: Lions community responds with hay and heart
On a brisk Sunday evening at the Encounter Bay Football Club, the sounds of clinking cutlery, warm conversations, and shared purpose echoed through the room. It was more than a dinner—it was a rallying cry, and proof that when it comes to hard times, our community responds with hay and heart. The Lions Clubs of […]
Elsa Bids Farewell to ALHD and Heads of to Kangaroo Island
Born on June 3, 2023, sponsored and named by the Lions Club of Goolwa, Elsa the Labradoodle showed promise from the moment she opened her eyes. At just 8 weeks old, she entered the Australian Lions Hearing Dogs puppy program, learning basic commands and exploring new environments with her devoted foster family. Elsa’s early training […]
Creating Community Through Service
The Lions Club of Goolwa brought heart and hands together in support of local families by helping enhance the everyday experience of students at Goolwa Primary School and children at the Goolwa Children’s Centre. When the need for additional seating at the school’s Breakfast & Lunch Club came to light, the Lions Club of Goolwa […]
Bringing Sun Safety to the Forefront
As summer rolled in with its familiar heat and harsh UV, the Lions Club of Goolwa took proactive steps to protect our community. On the weekend of 15 and 16 November 2024, nearly 150 people received free skin cancer screenings, thanks to the arrival of the Lions Medical Research Foundation’s Skin Cancer Screening Bus. Stationed […]
Overdue recognition for Tony Siciliano, building of local gazebo.
In a heartfelt moment nearly 30 years in the making, Goolwa’s own Tony Siciliano was formally recognised for something the community has quietly appreciated for decades: the beautiful gazebo by the Murray Smith Park lagoon. Back in 1995, during his first year as a member of the Lions Club of Goolwa, Tony took on the […]