Kathryn Smith

Kathryn and her late husband John moved to Meeniyan from a farm in Toora North back in August 2003. They were looking for a small country town a little closer to Melbourne and specialist services. Little did they know they would find three acres and a beautiful home in Meeniyan.

Since coming to town, Kathryn has devoted herself to her community. She has been and continues to be involved in a myriad of organisations and initiatives including:

• Meeniyan Christian Fellowship (2003 to present).

• Meeniyan Table Tennis (2007 to present).

• Meeniyan Area Community Shop volunteer (2007 to present).

• Meeniyan Progress Association Inc (2007 to present).

• Meeniyan Community Plan update (2020 to 2023).

Over the last 20 years, Kathryn has been part of 36 organisations and initiatives that have greatly benefited Meeniyan.

Kathryn is described by many as a people person who is reliable, hardworking, loyal and always willing to put up her hand to help. Her love for Meeniyan and the people in it whether they be residents or visitors is never more apparent than when you see her in action. Baking goods for a church fundraiser, working at Lacy’s Jewellery Studio and Gallery, emceeing the Meeniyan Australia Day celebrations or even sitting around a table talking about Meeniyan’s future – Kathryn does it all with a smile.

Through her work with the Meeniyan Christian Fellowship, Kathryn is an Elder who helps to lead, manage and nurture people spiritually, emotionally and physically when they need help. When someone needs a hand, they know they can call Kathryn.

For nearly 10 years, Kathryn was President of the Meeniyan Progress Association Inc. Now a member, she continues to do all she can for her beloved town.

Meeniyan would not be the same without Kathryn and her tireless volunteerism.