George Barnes has been named the number one worker who has organised and run the greatest number craft groups in Australia. Working locally to implement the Bunnings Community Involvement Program, George has been guiding, instructing and entertaining multiple craft groups from Forbes, Parkes, Eugowra, West Wyalong, Peak Hill and Lake Cargelligo. He visits these groups once a month bringing with him all the tools and equipment necessary to make a crafty project.
Mr Barnes commented that “over the last year I have instructed thirteen groups per month”. This number, approximately 3 groups per week, makes him number one in the country for providing the most activities and inspiring community groups to get busy.
Groups at the local HAC centres, CWA and numerous other community groups in these communities have benefitted greatly from his commitment and passion He has provided the opportunity for members to experience the making of different craft projects such as making teddy bears, wooden toy trucks and cars, designing art and drawings, wooden jewellery boxes, tips on planting and how to looking after various flowers and herbs, dot art and much more. His enthusiasm for this type of community involvement makes the learning experience and social outings for many people an event to look forward to.
George said, “It is a privilege to run these groups as I not only get to meet different people, but I also gets to do something fun and rewarding.”
Sustainability groups at the local Pre-schools and Public Schools, where students learn about the environment and how to look after it, is also part of the Community Involvement Program which George implements.