About the Sutherland Shire - Lakewood City Sister City Association
The Sutherland Shire - Lakewood City Sister City Association is a Community run, volunteer non-profit under the umbrella of Sutherland Shire Council's Sister City relationship with Lakewood, Colorado, USA.
Introduction
The Sutherland-Lakewood Sister City Committee creates exceptional people-to-people opportunities for local Shire students to experience and understand other cultures through international partnerships with Lakewood in Denver Colorado. The committee, a not-for-profit, volunteer organization formed over 40 years ago, and with the continued assistance & support of Sutherland Shire Council as official Patron, promotes international people-to-people relationships through a unique student exchange and adult visitation program.
Joining the Association
Membership of the Committee is open to anyone who has an interest in fostering international understandings and co-operation. We are always open to new members joining to help us continue with this rewarding venture.
Our committee
President
Gaye Tie
0438015962
Also handles applications
Exchange Coordinator
Ashlie O'Neill
0421 466 090
Main contact for applications
Secretary
Suzanne New
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General Correspondance
Council liaison: Community and Engagement on (02) 9710 0333
Other aspects of the program
Have questions? Contact us!
If you have questions about any of our exchanges, click on the program below of your choice.
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Our sponsors and partners
We are generously supported by many organisations that have helped made our exchange programs possible

Sutherland Shire Council: Our major sponsor and local council

National Parks & Wildlife Service NSW: Description of what they do

Sutherland Shire Bushcare

Surf Life Saving Club Elouera: Giving visitors a taste of the beach

Chuo City Council, Japan: Our sister city in Japan, located in Tokyo

Lakewood City Council: Our sister city in America

Taiko Centre Kyoto: The taiko centre that provides visiting Australian students an experience in taiko

Shunkoin Temple: A Zen temple experience

Taiken Kiyomizu: A taste of pottery for visiting Australian youth