Phil Finds Joy in Cafe Venture at Kennaugh's
After a helicopter accident led to early retirement, Phil Kennaugh was faced with the reality of being idle, a significant change from his previous life as a manager at O'Connors in Echuca.
"I was just going half-crazy at home,"
Phil said, highlighting the difficulty of adjusting to his new circumstances. Around the same time, his carer, Narelle Woodgate, was searching for a peaceful venue for independent support workers to bring their clients to.
- Kennaugh's Garden Centre, owned by Phil's brother Gavan, had a vacant cafe space since the COVID-19 shutdown.
- Phil suggested reviving the space for Ms Woodgate's clients, an idea she welcomed.
This initiative transformed the vacant cafe into an inclusive community haven, bringing purpose and joy back into Phil's life.
Author's summary: Phil Kennaugh finds new purpose.