On the 31st of May 2012, Elizabeth 'Liz' Morrison passed away after a long battle with poor health. Liz was the widow of Club Life Member, Graham Morrison who passed away in 1992 aged 49 years. Liz was a long time strong supporter of the Hoppers Crossing Apex Club in the years after formation and more recently having donated the Club public speaking award (The Graham Morrison Memorial Public Speaking award) and attended numerous handover dinners to present the trophy to the winner of the Club competition.

Former Hoppers Crossing Apex Club member, Robert Charles Thompson sadly passed away due to illness on 18 October 2011 at the age of 61. Rob was a member of the Hoppers Crossing Apex Club from March 1986 up until his retirement at the ripe old age of 40 in 1991. Rob was very active within the club, always looking to lend a hand and help out as best he could. He also held a number of board positions within the Club during his tenure, including youth, dinner notice (back when it was done with a typewriter, Gestetner printer and hand delivery), Vice President as well as Social and Programmes. Rob also won the prestigious John Park Most Promising Apexian award in 1986-1987.

Welcome to the new 2011 / 2012 club board

After six and a half years in the association I am very honoured to be taking on what I see as one of the most challenging but rewarding roles yet. Our club has a proud history and consistently delivered outstanding service to the Wyndham Community over its 30 year lifecycle. As with all clubs we continually faced with the challenge of finding new members.

Therefore I would like to make publicity the focus of my year as president as I believe it is only when people see our commitment, enthusiasm and presence in the local community that they will want to join us. I have no doubt that I will encounter some hurdles over the next twelve months however with my fantastic board behind me I am very excited for the year ahead.

On Saturday the 27th of August 2011, the Hoppers Crossing Apex Club cooked snags and handed out drinks at the Woodville Family Fun Day which was held at Woodville Park in Hoppers Crossing.

A Wyndham City Council initiative, the Woodville Family Fun Day was well publicised and brought together around 500 local residents to enjoy the activities such as a jumping castle, face painting, and a bbq lunch. Over 70 residents also took the opportunity to liaise with Council representatives and submit suggestions on what could be done to improve the local area.