Memberships
Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA) has been representing the community since 1880. Run by a volunteer committee, they are supported by members consisting of residents, local businesses, and service organisations.
Become a member today!
Port Albert Progress Assocation
Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA) has been representing our community since 1880.
Run by volunteer committee, we are supported by a membership consisting of residents, local businesses, and service organisations.
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PAPA arranges community events, fundraises for improved facilities, and works with local/state government and various advocacy groups on development and community planning opportunities.
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Our primary goals are.
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To ensure that residential and business interests are represented.
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To promote the region as tourist destination.
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To make Port Albert, Alberton, Langsborough a liveable area through residential growth opportunities, business investment and increased community infrastructure.
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Port Albert Progress Association facilitates a number of local community initiatives such as...
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Local Raffles & Competitions.
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Community infrastructure.
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Conduit between local council and community.
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Easter Family Fun Day (part of the Tarra Festival)
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ANZAC Day.
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Christmas Lights Competition.
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New Years Eve Fireworks.
PAPA achieve these tasks by our close working relationship with peak bodies like the Wellington Shire Council and acting as a conduit for collaboration of relevant information.​
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Get Involved - PAPA is a fantastic way to engage with your local community, have fun, and meet wonderful residents.
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PAPA relies on membership fees and fundraising to fund these local events so please consider becoming a member.
PAPA Membership Types
We have a variety of affordable memberships to suit your needs.
Individual Membership
Become a vital part of the Port Albert community with a social membership to the Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA). Enjoy meet-up opportunities, community events, member news updates, voting rights, and the satisfaction of contributing to local development and progress.
$5.00
Family Membership
Enhance your family's connection to the Port Albert community with a Family Membership to the Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA). Enjoy exclusive access to community events, meet-ups, member updates, voting rights, and contribute to local development and progress together. Best suited to 2 x Adults and 2 x Children in the same household.
$10.00
Community Group Membership
Join forces with the Port Albert community by becoming a Community Group Member of the Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA). Gain access to meet-up opportunities, community events, member news updates, voting rights, and contribute to local development and progress. Suits 5 commitee members within your community group / association.
$15.00
NYE Event Patron
Continue the tradition of the Port Albert New Year’s Eve Fireworks Event, facilitated by the Port Albert Progress Association by becoming a "2025 NYE Event Patron". You not only help fund this iconic community event, but also show support as a 2025 PAPA member. For just a one-time $15 pledge: $10 goes to funding the NYE event, and $5 secures your Individual Membership to PAPA for 2025.
$15.00
Business Membership
Position your business at the heart of the Port Albert community with a Business Membership to the Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA). Benefit from networking opportunities, community events, promotional support, voting rights, and contribute to local development and progress.
$45.00
Membership Application
Please complete the form.
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PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Direct Transfer: Bendigo Bank BSB: 633 000 Account: 162 752 075
Please provide member names.
Cheque: Payable to Port Albert Progress Association
PO Box 7, Port Albert, 3971
