Facilitator Spotlight

Lyn Tucker, Bundaberg Branch

This month we would like to highlight Lyn Tucker from QCWA Bundaberg Branch in Burnett Division. Here are a few words from Lyn about being a Country Kitchens facilitator:

I have been with Country Kitchens for two years and am from the Bundaberg branch, Burnett Division. I am in an a cappella singing group and also enjoy gardening. I became a QCWA Country Kitchens facilitator because I loved the idea of being able to make much loved recipes healthier with just a few modifications. I love to use fresh fruit and vegetables in my meals and think Country Kitchens makes it easy to ‘health-a size’ recipes.

Last year, I facilitated a Country Kitchens interactive showcase in my local community at the Taste of Bundaberg event. We made different cake, muffin and slice recipes from the Country Kitchens recipe book to hand out as taste testers. The recipes used dried fruit to give them their sweet flavour and had added fruit or vegetables for a boost of fibre.

Other people should get involved with the QCWA Country Kitchens program because I think it’s a great way to get hooked on healthy food and have more energy. I have certainly enjoyed making a difference in the health of my community and am looking forward to working with Country Kitchens in 2023!

If you or someone you know is keen to work with the QCWA Country Kitchens program, we are always looking to increase our volunteer workforce. To learn all about what we do, please get in touch with the team on 0417 539 663, or head to our website: qcwacountrykitchens.com.au

Other Country Kitchens Facilitators

Judy Stubbs, of Maleny Branch

Judy Stubbs, of Maleny Branch

Published in the October 2020 edition of the Monthly Munch.  Here are a few words from Judy Stubbs from Maleny Branch in the Nambour North Coast Division about her time as a facilitator:The Country Kitchens program offers a wonderful extension of the QCWA’s commitment...

Wendy Gordon, QCWA Oakey Branch

Wendy Gordon, QCWA Oakey Branch

Here are a few words from Wendy at Oakey Branch about her journey as a Country Kitchens facilitator.  Wendy started her Country Kitchens journey back in 2019. She was drawn to the program because she loves cooking, sharing new skills and helping her community. She...

Belinda Thorburn, Gracemere Branch

Belinda Thorburn, Gracemere Branch

This month we would like to highlight Belinda Thorburn from QCWA Gracemere Branch in Capricornia Division. Here are a few words from Belinda about being a Country Kitchens facilitator: I joined the Country Kitchens program almost two years ago. I am a wife and mother...

Michele Connors, Emu Park Branch

Michele Connors, Emu Park Branch

Published in the September 2024 edition of the Monthly Munch. Here are a few words from Michele Connors at Emu Park Branch in Capricornia Division.Michele embarked on her journey as a facilitator in September 2022. With a background in teaching and a passion for...

Diane Donaldson, Herberton Branch

Diane Donaldson, Herberton Branch

This month we would like to highlight Diane Donaldson from Herberton Branch in the Atherton Tableland Division of the QCWA. Here are a few words from Diane about being  a Country Kitchens facilitator: My name is Diane and I have been a QCWA Country Kitchens...