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The committee of eight members was assisted by a dedicated group of volunteers who generously offered their time to hand-deliver 120 Christmas packages to compatriots 80 years and older, located all over Sydney and beyond. Beat, our events coordinator planned the logistics exercise, down to the last cookie and address label, and in November 2023 assigned volunteers to specific recipients.
Each packet contained a box of Wiehnachtsguetsli, a calendar and a letter from our president with Christmas greetings.
Over 100 guests attended this special luncheon. The 2023 event was convivial with carefully decorated tables, adorned with Swiss chocolates (naturally), and packets of home made Swiss Christmas cookies for each guest. Entertainment was provided by an accordionist. Regula Scheidegger played a piece on violin entitled Kleines Fantasiestück über 'O du fröhliche', accompanied by Tomas Drevikovsky on piano. Guests reminisced as they joined in with singing. A cheerful atmosphere was once again provided by the Swiss dancing group Alpegruess. The Lucky Door Prize hamper along with the tombola, ensured that every guest took home a gift. Guests were pleased to meet Mr Jérôme Charbonnet, Deputy Consul (seated next to Regula in the photo Gallery). As we've come to expect, the Concordia staff provided a quality meal and attentive service. Yet another very popular event, meticulously arranged by Beat Birchmeier and wife Esther. More photos in the Gallery.
The event was wonderful. I enjoyed talking away in Schwiizerdütsch and every time I attend I see another familiar face. Everybody is so kind and nice to talk to. The preparation and all the work put in to organising was absolutely fantastic.
I had such a great time. - Remark from a guest.
At the 2023 AGM, president Regula Scheidegger surprises events coordinator Beat Birchmeier, while treasurer Martin Scarpino looks on. Rosso Italian Restaurant, Gladesville.
In acknowledgement of their tireless work for the society, Beat and Esther Birchmeier are awarded Honorary Life Membership to the Society, by Regula Scheidegger.
Flowers to farewell Uschy Suter (left) and Ursula Moser (right) from the committee. President Regula Scheidegger thanked these two committee members for their work and dedication over many years.
Swiss Community Care Society - ABN 28 446 153 022