Welcome to Vanuatu raceday

Our first weekend in Vanuatu was highlighted by the annual raceday at Mele. Slightly different to Australia but very enjoyable. Courtesy of the Australian High Commissioner our first "official" volunteer activity was at a day at the races with free food and drink. What a great way to start our journey. The photo shows all the AVI group that travelled across together and have continued to remain in close contact. From the left we have Cheryl and Ron (Central Coast people), Lois, Gail, Trevor, The Boss and myself. Briefly Cheryl works with Youth Challenge, Ron a teacher at Malapoa, Lois (the better half of Trevor), Gail working in Santo on a similar project to Jacquie.

All are wonderful people who have been great company over the first few months. Jacquie said I had to put that comment in but I will give you the facts at a later time after a few drinks. For example, Lois behaved that poorly at the races she was deported beck to Mexico (Melbourne) shortly afterwards. Not actually true but it makes a good story.