Air-conditioning for summer thanks to Rotary

30 June 2018

The need for air-conditoning in the bedrooms at the refuge became apparent when two pregnant women stayed in the refuge last Summer while the temperatures were in the high 30's. Both were in their third trimester and then stayed on at the refuge after the births of their children. Previously only the communal area was air-condtioned leaving the bedrooms hot and uncomfortable, especially with a new baby.

We put the call out and once again, The Rotary Club of Mont Albert and Surrey Hillls came to our need. Generously they donated and installed four new air-conditioners in each of the bedrooms in the refuge. This summer has been incredibly hot but the new air-conditoning means the women and their children can relax in the privacy of their bedrooms and get a good night's sleep.

Beautiful new table and chairs for the refuge

We are incredibly grateful for the ongoing support of the Rotary MASH. Last year Rotary MASH funded the renovation of the refuge kitchen which included new cupboards, bench tops and all new appliances. To complete the new kitchen in October they donated a new table and chairs. The table was purpose built to fit the tight area and made out of sturdy wood, meaning it will last for many years to come. The new kitchen is now an inviting environment for the women and children and will greatly inprove their experience while in our care.

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