You are warmly invited to the 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Yarra Riverkeeper Association Inc. (YRKA).  This is a fabulous opportunity to connect with other members, elect Board members and hear about the Association’s activities and achievements over the past year.  

Our President, Janet Bolitho, will introduce the new strategic direction for the Association, and Festival Producer Carolyn Tate will recap the highlights of this year’s highly successful Birrarung Riverfest.

We’re excited to announce this year’s guest speakers: David Mullins, Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Water Program Representative and EPA Liaison Officer, and Dr. Joe Greet, wetland plant ecologist from Melbourne University. They will share insights on collaborating on Country to restore the billabongs of the Birrarung.

AGM Event Details: 

Date: Tuesday 19 November 2024

Time: 5.00pm – 7.00pm AEDT (light refreshments will be served at the end of the AGM)

Venue: Studley Park Boathouse. 1 Boathouse Road, Kew (access through the car park is fully accessible without stairs) If approaching from north of the river you may wish to park near Kane’s Bridge Fairfield and walk across to the Boathouse.

This year’s AGM will be conducted as an in-person event only.  For those who are unable to attend in person, a recording of the AGM can be made available upon request.  

Please RSVP by Tuesday 12 November 2024 here.

Relevant documents including the 2024 AGM Agenda, 2023 AGM Minutes, Proxy Form and Board Nomination Form can be accessed here.

New Members:

For anyone receiving this notice who would like to join as a member, you can do so easily at https://yarrariver.org.au/membership/ Thanks for your support for a healthy Yarra, Birrarung!

Board and Committee Member Nominations:

If you would like to nominate for the Yarra Riverkeeper Association Board please contact the President Janet Bolitho janet.bolitho@yarrariver.org.au to discuss.  

Nominations must be mailed to PO Box 76, Fairfield, 3078, or emailed to arte.kousis@yarrariver.org.au with the title ‘YRKA Nomination’ using the Nomination form and should include a brief expression of interest outlining expertise.  We encourage nominations in advance of the meeting, and they must be submitted to the Secretary by 5.00pm on Tuesday 12 November 2024.  

If you are intending to vote at the AGM or nominate for a Board position, please ensure that your membership is current.  You can confirm your membership status with the Secretary, Arte Kousis at arte.kousis@yarrariver.org.au, if unsure.

Kind Regards,

Artemisia (Arte) Kousis

Secretary, Yarra Riverkeeper Association Inc.