Congratulations to our 2015 Rotary Club of Warrnambool/Brophy Father of the Year Jai Russell, nominated by his 14 year old daughter, Shearna from Warrnambool College.

Warrnambool's Jai Russell with daughters Nikayla, 11, and Shearna, 14, after being named South West Victoria Father of the Year. Picture: Jono Pech

JAI Russell’s effort to spend time with his daughters is the key to their strong bond. The Murray Goulburn shift worker was named South West Victoria Father of the Year at the Rotary Club of Warrnambool’s annual breakfast on Wednesday. Mr Russell said work sometimes made it difficult to see his children, especially on night duties, but he always made an effort.
“I just like to be there for them and help them out when they’re not sure of things, and build their confidence,” he said.
His daughter Shearna Russell, 14, said she nominated her father to let him know how much she loved and appreciated him.
“He cheers me up when I’m sad and manages to make me laugh when I’m grumpy,” she said.