CWL Tasmania has been saddened by an unfortunate accident in which our State President broke her right arm in three places. Marjorie is now recovering well, and is continuing to uphold her role as State President.
All Branches celebrated the feast of Christmas with attendance at Christmas services and enjoyed social activities to celebrate the joyous season.

The Christmas break has allowed members to come back refreshed and with an eager determination to work with the Branch members to achieve much for the greater glory of God.

Members play a strong and diverse role in their parishes, assisting in Ministries, visiting the sick and taking part in many social activities.

Our State Conference which will be held in the North Western area of the State this year and preparations are now underway to make it a very holy and enjoyable experience for all.

We are working hard on social issues and in particular the proposed Bills for legalisation of surrogacy, same-sex marriage, prostitution and extension of same-sex adoption to ‘unknown’ children. Our very committed Social Issues Committee are planning to bring a speaker from interstate with knowledge of the sex industry to talk at various venues on the consequences for women and children and the community at large, should the legislation be passed.

We wish all members of CWLA and all States/Territories a very happy and holy 2012.

Mary Binks
State Secretary, CWL Tasmania