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Women from different cultures and walks of life joined together on Friday November 16 to celebrate a 30-year milestone for the Rodney Women’s Centre in Morpeth Street, Warkworth.
The celebration included a performance by Pasifika dancers, singer Caoimhe Lane and lunch.
Board chairperson Lianne Divine said the 30 years was a “phenomenal achievement” for a grass roots charity.
She said the centre’s success was based on its collaborative approach, particularly with other social services in the area.
“We have also been extremely fortunate in the loyal and committed support of staff, volunteers, counsellors, course coordinators and businesses,” she said.
“There are a lot of people to thank – the centre represents a collective effort.”
A number of founding members attended the celebration including Oriel Heseltine, who said the centre came about after a 24-hour crisis line was set up.
“The phone line made us realise there was a need,” she said.
Other founding members included Terry Healey, Glenda Came, Irene de Haan, Lois Rowntree, Brenda Rawlings, Sabine Johns, Pat Curtis and Madhurii Ball.
The centre provides a range of services from a legal clinic to courses and counselling.
