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Welcome to the Kariwara District Home Page!
We are in Hoadley Region. Hoadley Region is part of the Victorian Branch of Scouts Australia.
Kariwara District was formed in 1990 out of a merger between the Footscray and Gellibrand Districts. The District is made up of the cities of Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay. We include groups from Altona, Footscray, Laverton, Newport & Williamstown.
We currently have 13 Scout groups in our district.
The word 'Kariwara' means 'West' in a local Aboriginal dialect. Our Badge incorporates the unique design of the Altona Civic Centre, the historic Time-ball Tower of Williamstown and the Blacksmith from the City of Footscray's Coat of Arms. The yellow Y separating the Cities stands for 'Youth'.
Scouts Australia's aim is to help young people achieve their full potential in life. This is done through individualised, fun, adventurous, challenging, leadership and teamwork-oriented programs. 'Be Prepared', the well known slogan for Scouts, sums up the essence of what Scouting aims to teach young people.
With an emphasis on peace, education and understanding, Scouting transcends all cultures, religions, races, politics, age and gender barriers. Tens of thousands of young people from around the globe meet every four years at World Jamborees to have fun and exchange knowledge and foster understanding. Every day, hundreds of thousands of projects that benefit local communities are conducted by Scouts as they strive to improve the world.
The aim of Scouting worldwide can be described as 'educating young people to play a constructive role in society and to create a better world'.
Join our team of Volunteers
Call District Commissioner - Bob Terry Ph:- 9369 1625
District Leaders for PR - David Lyons on
0403 676 990 or John
Wightwick
~ District Staff ~
District Commissioner Bob TerryD.L. Training Tony Bracken D.L. Joey Scouts Wendy Jones D.L. Cub Scouts Alicia Gaitan D.L. Scouts Volunteer now, contact kariwara@optusnet.com.au D.L. Venturers Volunteer now, contact kariwara@optusnet.com.au D.L. Rovers Iain DonaldsonD.L. Adventurous Activities Peter TantauD.L. P.R. & Development David Lyons Honorary Commissioner Jim Cameron- District Association -DA Chairperson Clem DavisDA Asst Chairperson Joyce MacLennanDA Treasurer Pelham LeesDA Asst Treasurer John WightwickDA Secretary Jo-Ann HughesDistrict Property Barry Armstrong OAM
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This page created &
maintained by The
Wightwick Family and the District
Staff of Kariwara District.
This site was last updated 19-02-09