Rotarians not only celebrated 90 years of service above self in the Illawarra on the weekend they also took part in NSW Graffiti Removal Day.
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Rotarians, Girl Guides and members of the community teamed up to fight graffiti vandalism at the same time as others around the state on Sunday morning.
More than 15 people removed 200 sqm of graffiti from a site at Unanderra.
Graffiti Removal Day co-ordinator Mick Chamberlain said it was part of an annual initiative across NSW.
“Graffit Removal Day was a huge success. We removed graffiti from a site located at Unanderra. This was a great opportunity for the local community to prove just how much we love where we live,” he said.
“The Day would not have been possible without the NSW Government, Dulux, Selleys, Smart Graffiti and I would like to thank them for their support”.
Mr Chamberlain leads a team of Rotarians who volunteer to removed graffiti continues year round and said the community can help.
“To stop graffiti vandalism we need members of the community to report it as soon as they see it, by calling the Graffiti Hotline 1800 707 125. This means it can be removed quickly, preventing vandals from getting any kind of exposure,” he said.
Rotarians involved on Sunday included John Robbo, Barry Hemley, Ian Fitz, Dennis Couley, Noel Field and Jeff Huisman.
Among the volunteers was Long Nguyen and the Girl Guides.
People interested in volunteering their time to help remove graffiti on an ongoing basis are encouraged to contact Graffiti Removal Australia on either 1300 665 310 or info@graffitiremovalday.org.au.
Greg Ellis
Almost four decades in electronic, print and digital media. A writer, presenter, emcee, photographer and videographer with degrees in business management, marketing and human resources and tertiary qualifications in photography.
Almost four decades in electronic, print and digital media. A writer, presenter, emcee, photographer and videographer with degrees in business management, marketing and human resources and tertiary qualifications in photography.
