CWA’s finest celebrate 90 years

Three of the region’s oldest Country Women’s Association groups gathered in Witchcliffe to celebrate 90 years last week. The Margaret River, Rosa Brook and Rosa Glen branches were each formed in 1931. Members and special guests enjoyed a lunch at Witchcliffe’s Druids Hall and leading women spoke about their branch history and projects during the past decades. WA president Elaine Johnson was on hand to honour Rosa Glen CWA member Peg Breadsell with a badge and certificate of appreciation for 60 years’ service. Mrs Breadsell said she enjoyed her time because she enjoyed giving back to the community and the CWA offered great friendships and camaraderie. Rosa Glen-Witchcliffe secretary Lee Best, who helped organise the celebration, said the local branches were “held in the highest esteem” across the State. “Over these many years, each CWA branch has provided significant help, support and catering for community events,” she said. The local CWA branches encouraged new members.