Hello and welcome to another Titleholder blog!
Jess and I are currently preparing for our Sister City Visit to Leavenworth and can’t wait to share all we get up to with everyone. We are extremely honoured and excited to continue strengthening the Sister City relationship between Leavenworth and Wagga Wagga.
May began with an official welcome to the Quest for our six wonderful new Entrants at the Miss Wagga Wagga Quest Launch night. The Entrants delivered their first speeches as part of the Quest, addressing the question, “What does Wagga Wagga mean to me?” We were incredibly impressed by how the Entrants presented themselves both personally and professionally. Their speeches were a fantastic representation of the remarkable women they are, and it was touching to hear why Wagga Wagga holds such significance for them. The growth in the Entrants is already noticeable, and we look forward to witnessing their continued development and the gain of new skills.
May also marked the beginning of the Entrant fundraising events for their four Beneficiaries. The first event they organised was a gift-wrapping stall at the Wagga Marketplace for Mother’s Day. This event was a highlight for Jess and I during our time as Entrants, as it allowed us to mingle with the other Entrants, get to know each other better, and meet members of the Wagga Wagga community while wrapping their lovely presents. We were more than happy to lend a hand, dust off our wrapping skills, and assist the Entrants throughout the week at this event. All funds raised went to the Beneficiaries chosen by the 2025 Entrants.
It was an Amazing and Wonderful Day on the 11th May for Lilier Lodge's Big Open Day, and Official 20th Birthday Celebrations. Jess was honoured to support Lillier Lodge with a Community Princess Grant this year and to attend the 20th Anniversary Celebration. Lilier Lodge provides a home away from home for people seeking medical treatment and assistance that is so important and so very much appreciated. We would like to wish them a Happy 20th birthday and congratulations on all the work you have done for the Wagga Wagga Community.
We welcomed the new Australian Citizens of Wagga Wagga during May's Citizenship Ceremony. These are always a highlight event for us as Titleholders. We love welcoming and celebrating Wagga’s newest Australian citizens. Congratulations to all who received their Australian Citizenship during the ceremony, what an accomplishment!
We attended the Mayoral Reception for the Presentation Sisters, celebrating 150 years of community service. Founded by Nano Nagel in 1775, the Presentation Sisters made their way all over the world opening schools, and in 1866 the Presentation Sisters made their way to Australia. Congratulations to the Sisters for 150 years, what an achievement!
Jess and I were both lucky enough to be educated at Kildare Catholic College which was founded by the Wagga Wagga Presentation Sisters, so it was really very special for us to be able to attend this event.
We ended off May with a farewell dinner planned by our beautiful Titleholder Coordinator this year, the most kindhearted soul, Ali. We had a lovely night at the Thirsty Crow with family, friends, Committee and this year’s Entrants and felt so much love and excitement as they wished us all the best before our visit to our Sister City Leavenworth next month.
We are so honoured and grateful to be surrounded and supported by the most beautiful, supportive people.
That's all for now, next time we will be writing from the USA!! Be sure to follow our socials so you can see what we get up to on our Sister City Visit.
Velika Hayes
Miss Wagga Wagga 2024
Jess and I are currently preparing for our Sister City Visit to Leavenworth and can’t wait to share all we get up to with everyone. We are extremely honoured and excited to continue strengthening the Sister City relationship between Leavenworth and Wagga Wagga.
May began with an official welcome to the Quest for our six wonderful new Entrants at the Miss Wagga Wagga Quest Launch night. The Entrants delivered their first speeches as part of the Quest, addressing the question, “What does Wagga Wagga mean to me?” We were incredibly impressed by how the Entrants presented themselves both personally and professionally. Their speeches were a fantastic representation of the remarkable women they are, and it was touching to hear why Wagga Wagga holds such significance for them. The growth in the Entrants is already noticeable, and we look forward to witnessing their continued development and the gain of new skills.
May also marked the beginning of the Entrant fundraising events for their four Beneficiaries. The first event they organised was a gift-wrapping stall at the Wagga Marketplace for Mother’s Day. This event was a highlight for Jess and I during our time as Entrants, as it allowed us to mingle with the other Entrants, get to know each other better, and meet members of the Wagga Wagga community while wrapping their lovely presents. We were more than happy to lend a hand, dust off our wrapping skills, and assist the Entrants throughout the week at this event. All funds raised went to the Beneficiaries chosen by the 2025 Entrants.
It was an Amazing and Wonderful Day on the 11th May for Lilier Lodge's Big Open Day, and Official 20th Birthday Celebrations. Jess was honoured to support Lillier Lodge with a Community Princess Grant this year and to attend the 20th Anniversary Celebration. Lilier Lodge provides a home away from home for people seeking medical treatment and assistance that is so important and so very much appreciated. We would like to wish them a Happy 20th birthday and congratulations on all the work you have done for the Wagga Wagga Community.
We welcomed the new Australian Citizens of Wagga Wagga during May's Citizenship Ceremony. These are always a highlight event for us as Titleholders. We love welcoming and celebrating Wagga’s newest Australian citizens. Congratulations to all who received their Australian Citizenship during the ceremony, what an accomplishment!
We attended the Mayoral Reception for the Presentation Sisters, celebrating 150 years of community service. Founded by Nano Nagel in 1775, the Presentation Sisters made their way all over the world opening schools, and in 1866 the Presentation Sisters made their way to Australia. Congratulations to the Sisters for 150 years, what an achievement!
Jess and I were both lucky enough to be educated at Kildare Catholic College which was founded by the Wagga Wagga Presentation Sisters, so it was really very special for us to be able to attend this event.
We ended off May with a farewell dinner planned by our beautiful Titleholder Coordinator this year, the most kindhearted soul, Ali. We had a lovely night at the Thirsty Crow with family, friends, Committee and this year’s Entrants and felt so much love and excitement as they wished us all the best before our visit to our Sister City Leavenworth next month.
We are so honoured and grateful to be surrounded and supported by the most beautiful, supportive people.
That's all for now, next time we will be writing from the USA!! Be sure to follow our socials so you can see what we get up to on our Sister City Visit.
Velika Hayes
Miss Wagga Wagga 2024
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