Howick RSA is paying tribute to its volunteers after a record $48,500 was collected from its annual poppy sales in the lead-up to Anzac Day.
John Titmus, senior vice president at Howick RSA, said the organisation was delighted with the amount raised adding that there was still more to come in.
“This is an outstanding effort by the communities we serve, a record collection it appears,” said Titmus.
“Our hardworking volunteers were the real winners. Their efforts were outstanding.”
Howick RSA presently supports 438 veterans from all conflicts from World War II onwards.
“This money goes towards their welfare where support is not available,” Titmus said.
