Rod Lonsdale
Location: Hervey Bay
When Rod Lonsdale became president of the Hervey Bay 60 & Better Club a decade ago, he was on a mission for change. In the past 10 years, Rod has increased the club membership from 70 members to more than 700 members. He has also introduced an exciting new range of activities, including computer tuition, digital photography, Tai-Chi classes, Reiki meditation, handcrafts, health lectures, card games, indoor bowls, square dancing and yoga.
The reinvention of the club has provided a vital source of social interaction for club members, particularly those who live alone. The majority of members now attend the club up to three times a week.
To keep the activities schedule vibrant, Rod spends almost every day at the club overseeing activities and attending meetings. He also teaches the computer classes and responds to calls from club members who are experiencing computer problems at home.
Last reviewed: 21 August 2009