Jane Vallance (Chair)

I am a long- term resident of East Fremantle and discovered Glyde-In after I retired and wanted to learn the ukelele. Fifteen students in the beginner class made appalling noise but surprisingly, it was so much fun! Soon we produced something that sounded like music! I had discovered what the Glyde-In is all about - that is, come in, be challenged, learn something new and make new friends. I was amazed to learn that the Glyde-In runs primarily on a small army of volunteers, a small grant from the local council and funds generated from membership, program fees and fundraising. I was keen to be involved and joined the Committee two years ago. I am honoured to now be Chair and eager to continue contributing to such a vibrant and diverse community organisation.

  Julie Robertson (Secretary)

As a retired 45-year Secondary Science teacher (many as a Biology/Human Biology specialist), I knew there was life after work! I continue to do a little relief teaching and love my regular twice weekly Yoga but was delighted to discover Glyde-In 8 years ago. I have done several Art classes, continued my study of the French language, listened to talks and attempted Mahjong since joining Glyde. I also volunteered to do some bus driving for Glyde and since then have been involved with the Out and About Group (due to the encouragement of our late friend Mal), organising and leading excursions. This has enabled me to meet and befriend a great number of wonderful Glyde members, and also, at the same time have fun and enjoy stimulating outings. I have also been a member of the Jam Tarts, making genuine home-made jams and pickles. These are much-loved by our members and help a little to cover Glyde costs. I have been on the Glyde Management Committee for three years and held the role of Deputy Chair. I am now Secretary.  We are lucky to have such a unique institution in the East Fremantle area. It is volunteer-driven and I think we need to continue to work hard to maintain it, deliver value to our members and retain the faith of the Town of East Fremantle which continues to invest in us.

     Terry Mercer (Deputy Chair)

I was introduced to Glyde-In by my wife several years ago and was immediately struck by the wonderful warmth and feeling of community shown by all people that I encountered and this hasn't changed. I got more involved by doing odd jobs around the centre as well as attending many classes and becoming an occasional tutor. I have been on the committee for some years and enjoy being involved in the operation and management of Glyde-In. I am a retired mechanical engineer whose interests include woodwork and photography.

    Kerry Donovan (Treasurer)

This is my eigth year on the committee and I am delighted to be re-nominated as Treasurer. Glyde-In is a great hub for learning and social engagement. I am impressed by the way the centre is managed, the wide range of activities and the excellent quality of the speakers and tutors. I retired in 2014 from a senior management role for a large public training organisation, and more recently from the Town Of East Fremantle council after 6 years of service. I look forward to continuing to work with the Management Committee and hope to add value to the future running and planning of the Centre.

   Gordon MacNish

When I retired and moved to East Fremantle, I decided I had best find some new friends. I heard that there was a walking group at a place called Glyde-In. So in October 2003 I joined the Thursday morning walking group and that was the beginning of a wonderful relationship with Glyde-In. I felt honoured when I was elected to the Management Committee in 2011. Since then the centre has become a major part of my life. I believe in Glyde-In and its aims. We call it a ʻCommunity Learning Centreʼ, but itʼs also a support centre making a valuable contribution to our community. I believe I am fortunate to be able to continue supporting this special organisation.

    Jono Farmer 

45 years ago, I built a house in East Fremantle, became a councillor in the Town and was one of the Councillors who voted to alow a group of Mothers to start Glyde-In in 1981. 24 years later, I joined this vibrant organisation where I have since served as Vice Chair, Chair, Treasurer and Secretary as well as a Committee member for a lot of the intervening years. The Centre has undergone many changes during these years: creating a deck at the rear of the cottage, an aquaponics system, wicking beds, a new Garden room, a garden of memories to name just a few projects in which I have been involved. So! I am part of Glyde-In and believe I still have something to contribute.

 Barry Ross

After retiring from over 40 years in the Marine/Mechanical Engineering field in many countries, I now find a need to participate more in my community of East Fremantle. When I learnt of the activities provided by the Glyde-In Community Learning Centre, I began to attend their lectures and outings, and soon learnt that it filled a desire to contribute further. Thanks to the friendship shown by Sandra, Jono and Mal, I joined the Out ʻn About committee in Term 3 (2021) and have now been elected as a Management Committee member. I hope my qualifications and experience will add to the already successful operation of the centre.

 Bronwen St John-Stephens

I moved to East Fremantle in 2010 while working as Theatre Secretary at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, a position I held for 28½ years until my retirement in 2016. Prior to that, I spent eight years living in Kambalda, where I was appointed Community Development Officer, worked as a Country Journalist and volunteered for St John-Ambulance. I was introduced to the Glyde-In in May 2016, have enthusiastically participated in many of the activities and feel honoured to be elected to the
Committee.

  Terry Scudder

After retiring from being a Design Draftsman about ten years ago, we moved from the northern suburbs to the Fremantle area.  I became involved with the Men’s Shed and volunteered for the Fremantle Tourist Office for a number of years.  I had been to a few talks/classes at Glyde-In and was always impressed with the depth and quality of the courses offered. I then joined Glyde-In’s cycling group and later on was invited to join the Glyde-In Out and About committee in 2024 which I am still part of today and enjoy it very much. I am now joining the committee and look forward to contribute my skills and community spirit to Glyde-In.

 Susan Brown

Prior to retirement I worked as a Librarian specialising in local history. After moving to the Margaret River region in 1999, I joined the Down South Writer’s Centre committee in Busselton and later became president. The Centre organised talks and workshops by local and interstate writers as well as writing competitions. I became a member of Glyde-In in 2012, initially to join a French language class and discovered the wide range of activities and guest speakers   offered. In 2015 I was part of a team of members who researched and wrote The Story of Glyde-In, which was published on the website in 2016. I have co-ordinated several group talks entitled “Untold Treasures” and look forward to contributing more to this very successful and welcoming community organisation.