Liz Izet: Treasurer

Nearly born! But totally bred in the NT! My mother was a nurse in Tennant Creek at the time of my conception and for some reason flitted off to Sydney to have me and was back in 4 days! We lived at Avon Downs where my Dad was the first cop there. The Barkley was my playground – definitely a ‘geographically’ disadvantaged kid along with my sister. We moved to Darwin after 7 years in the bush and here we stayed and I got 2 brothers!

In 1995 I got a call from my friend Valda – “Have I got a deal for you!” Along with Donna Rousham they both plied me with all the fantastic work Variety was doing (Donna’s daughter Tahnee was a recipient) and “The Magnificent Woomen” were born! (after we cajoled Mzz Vicki in as well!!) What can I say?? 14 years and still I am totally amazed at the raising of funds our Variety NT does for our very special kids. Bashing, splashing, Australia Daying, Xmas partying, Goanna Parking – anyway we can fundraise has been wonderful to be a part of. To see the looks on those beautiful childrens’ faces is something indescribable – you’ve just got to be there. And thanks to Grumpy Jim each time he shows me film on what he’s created he knows every time I’ll cry with pride!

In this present economic climate ‘they’ say it’s going to be harder for charities – well I for one am not going with that – I’ve seen what we’ve achieved and we’ll only pull together stronger to ensure our special kids are looked after. It’s the Variety way and I am very proud and blessed to be a part of this truly unique and magnificent family.