Celebrating 80 Years of Trefoil Guild
Fun, Food, Friendship, and Flexibility
This year Trefoil Guild Australia is celebrating a remarkable milestone—80 years of active Trefoil Guilding. This celebration marks eight decades of fun, food, friendship, and, more recently, flexibility, reflecting the enduring spirit of Trefoil Guild. Originally, there were small groups of former Girl Guides throughout Australia who met under various names such as Ramblers, Twigs, Old Guides, and Old Salts. These groups enjoyed social outings, maintained friendships, and provided service where they saw a need.
The guiding principle of “Once a Guide, always a Guide” is especially applicable to the Trefoil Guild. Members recall their adventures in Guiding and look forward to many new adventures together. The added bonus of combined service that is both fun and rewarding underscores Trefoil Guild’s ethos.
Celebrations in Queensland:
Celebrations in 2025
Throughout the year Trefoil Guilds across Australia have been busy planting 80 trees in each State at Guide Campsites, Guide Halls, parks, and Landcare sites. This initiative actively demonstrates the Trefoil Guild’s commitment to a sustainable future for Guiding, Trefoil Guild, and local communities. The tree-planting project is a fitting way to celebrate 80 years of service and to look forward to the future.
Celebrations in Western Australia:
Our Guiding community is invited to join Trefoil Guilds in each state as Trefoil Guilds come together, raising their voices singing campfire songs. As the smoke from campfires across Australia swirls up towards the Southern Cross, members will share in the camaraderie and joy that has defined Trefoil Guild for eight decades. Of course, no campfire would be complete without S’mores, and there will surely be plenty to enjoy.
The celebrations have also include special events and gatherings, where members can reflect on the past 80 years and look forward to the future. These events will provide opportunities for members to share their experiences, celebrate their achievements, and plan for the next 80 years of Trefoil Guilding.
Celebrations in South Australia:
Looking Forward
As Trefoil Guild Australia celebrates 80 years, it is fitting to add ‘Flexibility’ to the saying of Fun, Food, and Friendship. Trefoil Guild has adapted to many changes over the past eight decades, and flexibility will be key to embracing the future. Trefoil Guild will continue to evolve, finding new ways to engage members, support Guiding, and serve communities.
The future holds many exciting possibilities for Trefoil Guild. Members will continue to enjoy social outings, maintain friendships, and give service. They will also explore new adventures and opportunities, building on the strong foundation of the past 80 years.
In conclusion, the celebration of 80 years of Trefoil Guild Australia is a testament to the enduring spirit of Guiding and the commitment of its members. With fun, food, friendship, and flexibility, Trefoil Guild is poised to embrace the future and continue making a positive impact for many years to come.
Sharyn Smith Anderson
(ATGA)