The Penrith Valley Visitor Information Centre celebrated Volunteers Week, which ran from 12 to 18 May, with a hearty breakfast for the Penrith Valley Ambassadors.Penrith City Mayor Greg Davies said that Council’s Marketing Supervisor and two Information Officers showed their appreciation for the Ambassadors by preparing them a sumptuous breakfast feast in the Visitors Centre.
“The breakfast was a chance for all the ambassadors to catch up socially together at the same time, but they also used the time to discuss work topics such as further training and ideas for tours for visitors.
“The breakfast was a chance for all the ambassadors to catch up socially together at the same time, but they also used the time to discuss work topics such as further training and ideas for tours for visitors.
“The Ambassadors’ local knowledge and passion for the area is passed on to the visitors they assist. Their knowledge and enthusiasm is a great asset to Penrith Valley. Some ambassadors volunteer on a weekly basis, others once a month.”
The centre has 12 active volunteer Ambassadors who help Council’s Information Officers with the day-to-day operation of the visitor centre and with event stalls at events such as Australia Day.
The centre has 12 active volunteer Ambassadors who help Council’s Information Officers with the day-to-day operation of the visitor centre and with event stalls at events such as Australia Day.
Being a volunteer is a great way to meet a wide range of people and is fun. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer can contact the Visitor Information Centre on 1300 736 836 or email pentour@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au.
Photo caption: Clockwise from left; Enjoying the Ambassador Breakfast: Judy, Susan Hamilton (Information Officer), Andrew, Arthur, Margaret, Lesley Worthington (Information Officer), Denise, Jeanette, Peggy and Mary.
