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City of Whyalla councillors were out and about in force on what was a busy weekend for the city and the region.
Six councillors and the council CEO were guests at Saturday night’s YTAP Charity Ball 2017. Councillors including deputy mayor Rick Santucci, Tom Antonio, Sarah Minney, Jenny Barnes, Clare McLaughlin and Robert Schmitz enjoyed the ball along with City of Whyalla chief executive officer Chris Cowley.
Held at the Westland Hotel, the annual YTAP ball for young tradespeople and professionals attracted a good crowd and raised some much needed funds for the Whyalla youth arts organisation D’faces.
“It was an exceptional night and good to see our young people who are contributing so much to our community,” Cr Antonio said.
“There are so many talented young people in our community and they are so passionate about Whyalla.
“These are the next generation of leaders and they are excelling within our city and showing the way for the future.”
Young Tradespeople and Professionals Whyalla (YTAP) committee member Sinead Hollingworth-Hughes said they had nearly 100 attend the ball while money was raised with a live and silent auction.
As of Monday, it is estimated that about $5000 was raised on the night but a more accurate figure will be known later in the week.
Entertainment was provided by DJ Alex who kept the dance floor full during the night.
“It was well received and a good, fun night,” Sinead said.
“It was good to have a room full of young, vibrant people and to raise money for a youth focus group.”
Sinead paid tribute to the YTAP organising committee and thanked the community and businesses involved in donating for the auctions.
Pictures - Top right: Councillors Clare McLaughlin, Jenny Barnes and Sarah Minney at the YTAP Charity Ball 2017. Right: Council CEO Chris Cowley with councillors Robert Schmitz, Tom Antonio and Rick Santucci at the ball.