Independently Owned, Locally Grown, Community Loved
Lions Club of Tully regularly fundraises for organisations like the Childhood Cancer Research Foundation. Photo supplied
Over the course of more than five decades, the Lions Club of Tully has quietly helped shape the local community, with its members dedicating countless volunteer hours to projects that have left a lasting mark across the Cassowary Coast.
Chartered in May 1971, the club first met at the Railway Refreshment Rooms before later calling the Isaac Henry Restaurant, Hotel Tully and, more recently, the Mount Tyson Hotel and Mirrors Restaurant home. While meeting venues have changed over the decades, the club's commitment to serving the community has remained constant.
In its 55-year history, Lions Club of Tully members have rolled up their sleeves to deliver countless projects across the region. From constructing parks, shelters and community facilities to supporting hospitals, schools and local organisations, the club's legacy is one of service, generosity and community spirit.
Among its many achievements are the construction of Lions Pioneer Park and facilities at Hull Heads, the establishment of the Warrami Station Rodeo, support for Tully Hospital through equipment and infrastructure upgrades, and years of community fundraising, catering and environmental projects.
Lions Club of Tully has also played a vital role in supporting the region during times of hardship, helping families recover after Cyclones Larry and Yasi by assisting with clean-up efforts, sourcing caravans for displaced residents and distributing vouchers for essential household items and generator fuel.
"Our local community is our first and foremost to support in any which ways we can," Lions Club of Tully Secretary Irene Braddick said.
"Lions Club of Tully is about making great friends with like-minded people who want to serve their community, and communities, like ours, are very lucky to have lots of service groups in the area all working for the same cause."
With a group of passionate volunteers spearheading efforts across the region, the club continues to support the community through initiatives including the Lions Children's Vision Screening Program, Youth of the Year, community catering, Christmas fundraising events and local projects. In the past, the club has also supported assistance dogs, childhood cancer research and youth exchange programs, continuing its long tradition of service to the region.
"We are always looking for new members to join our happy little club," Ms Braddick said.
Ms Braddick warmly invites anyone interested in giving back to the community to attend a Lions Club of Tully meeting and learn more about the organisation's work. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Monday of each month from 6:30pm at the Mount Tyson Hotel. For more information, email tullylions@gmail.com or call 0422 013 387.
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