Life Members

Arthur is also one of the founding members of the guild.  He has won the WOTY award four times and has a reputation for making excellent sparkling wines.  Arthur acted as guild 'Public Relations Officer' for 30 plus years.

Chris has been a member of the guild since 1980 and has won the WOTY 12 times.  He has also won numerous awards at various wineshows around Australia.  In addition he is a highly respected chief wine judge.  Chris acted as guild treasurer for 9 years and ran our  winemaking classes for many years.

Sheila is a long serving member of the guild and has a reputation for outstanding liqueurs 

Elaine is a long term member of the guild and has held committee positions of treasurer and newsletter editor.  Over a period of time Elaine graduated from 'associate' to well regarded wine judge.

David Hart (D2) joined the guild in 2005.  He is a multiple WOTY award winner at both FAWG and Eltham.  Since he joined the guild he has acted as mentor to many new winemakers and the guild generally and has made a significant contribution to the standing of the guild.  David also held the position of guild president for 10 years.

David (D1) Joined the guild in 2005, immediately volunteered to be guild secretary and Public Officer (Association Secretary).  He has fulfilled other roles including treasurer (converted records to electronic format), newsletter editor, developed website(s), main facilitator for winemaking classes, country wine judge.  Three times WOTY recipient.

Peter has been a dedicated contributor to the guild since he joined.  He has served as president for four years and been a stalwart for the winemaking competition for many years.  Two times WOTY recipient.