The Lions Club of Mount Gambier’s marked its 60th anniversary by donating equipment to various organisations to improve the services provided to the district and its residents.

Recently, Lions club officials attended the Riding for the Disabled with their representatives to present the gift of a Euro Rake which rakes and stabilises the ground surface of the area the horses utilise.

The club’s publicity officer Allen Woodham OAM said the equipment was financed by the club with an additional grant from the Australian Lions Foundation.

“The foundation readily supported the projects in recognition of the club member’s efforts and desires to advance their community,” he said.

“Additional significant support within this celebration was given to Boandik Lodge and the Mount Gambier Hospital financed by both parties involved.

“The executive and members of the club feel privileged to have had the opportunity to serve our community in this manner and look forward to working toward further goals in future days.”