By Deidre Carroll

The Grenfell Lion Club Inc members welcomed Lion Judy Ryan District Governor of 201N4 to their lunch-time meeting on Sunday August 17. Judy was accompanied by her husband Past District Governor Lion Michael Ryan. Judy and Michael are members of the Mount Panorama Lions Club in Also in attendance on this special day were Zone Chair Lion Marie Tame and her husband Lion David who are member of the Lions Club of Young.

Following the formal meeting, where business was kept to a minimum Lion Deidre Carroll invited Zone Chair Lion Marie to introduce DG Judy.

DG Judy has been a member of thelions club of Mount Panorama (formerly Bathurst Macquarie) since 2011 when females were welcomed into the club. She was privileged to be the first female of the club in 2016-17. She held the position of Cabinet Secretary and continued the role for four years until her husband PDG Michael became District Governor in 2022/23.

DG Judy’s theme for the year is “Serving from the Heart” United in Dedication, Commitment and Growth”

Judy and Michael travelled to Orlando USA in July where she was inducted as District Governor of 201N4.

DG Judy said “As a district team of Lions, we lead with passion, serve with purpose and support one another with kindness – all while enjoying the journey. When we work together with open hearts, a shared commitment and a spirit of fun, we create a stronger, more connected district that makes a lasting impact.”

Following DG Judy’s informal talk, President Lion Rodney O’Neill presented her with a gift and Certificate of Appreciation as a memento of her official visit to the Club. He also presented Zone Chair Marie Tame with a Certificate of Appreciation for her ongoing support of the Grenfell Lions Club.

All in attendance enjoyed fellowship and a beautiful afternoon tea following the formalities.