Club History

40th Anniversary

In October 2021 the Albany Orchid Society Inc. celebrated the 40th Anniversary of the foundation of the club. 40 members attended a celebratory luncheon at the Le Grande Motel, the Society’s Patron Mr Murray Montgomery presented Mr Max Anning with Life Membership of the Society for his significant contribution to the success of the club over 30 years.

The 40th birthday cake was cut by the 3 Life Members Mrs Irene Bevan, Mrs Yvette Hamilton and Mr Max Anning.

2023 / 2024 Committee

Office Bearers

President Ron Panting
Vice President Shirley Hawkins
Secretary Lynda Mellows
Treasurer Glen Diggins

Committee Members

Immediate Past President Barbara Hawes
Julie Elliott
Mary Warnes
Gail Brodziak
Max Anning
Patron Murray Montgomery AM