Geelong’s Pam Lamont has lived in the region for most of her life and volunteers with the Geelong Food Relief charity, which provides food assistance for people in need. Pam speaks with the Independent’s Jena Carr about what she likes about living and volunteering in Geelong.
What is your connection to Geelong?
I have lived in Geelong all of my life, and I volunteer with the Geelong Food Relief centre.
What do you like about where you live?
I love that my family lives here, including my grandchildren.
What, if anything, would you change about where you live?
If I could change anything about Geelong, it would be nice to have fewer people.
Geelong has grown significantly, with more people coming to the region to call it home, but I loved it when it was a little smaller.
Where is your favourite place to spend time?
I love spending time at home, but I do prefer travelling when I can.
What is something people may not know about you?
I loved being involved in basketball many years ago as a player and administrator.
What do you like about your role with Geelong Food Relief, and how did you get involved with them?
I got involved with Geelong Food Relief because I was looking for something to do.
I like to keep busy, and I like the centre’s mini-mart because I love talking to people.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I enjoy working with many great people, and I love being able to help out my local community.
