PRESIDENTS REPORT

FEBRUARY 2010

Fellow members this is my last report to you as president before the AGM on the 14^th of March.

During my term I have had many enjoyable experiences shared with my fellow members.

It is sad to pass the baton but whoever my replacement is I wish him good luck and I hope he will enjoy the journey. I have left the VVF in a sound position to the credit of my committee for which I thank them.

Our core business is ensuring we gain our just rights from the DVA, with some disappointments along the way the pension team have achieved and continue to achieve great results for veterans. Keep up the good work.

We have tried for several years to attract the attention of younger veterans both for possible claims and also to share our membership and facilities. This has been largely unsuccessful so if anyone has any ideas we are willing to try to attract them.

When we RTA we were alone and I think we are in a position to not allow the same thing to happen to the young guys, any suggestions???

During the last couple of years I have always given a health message this time its mental health. Watch out for your mates your attention to the changes they may show may be the thing that keeps them around to annoy you in the future.

On Saturday 24^th February we are having a four hour session on the signs to recognise in others if they are at risk of suicide. This is not a counselling session. It’s free and open to all members and partners. Nominate by contacting the office.

In closing the message is to stay well and look after your mates

Regards

Bobbie