A Sunbury local has waved goodbye to Killara Primary School after helping generations of children safely cross the road.
Crossing supervisor Leanne Janner retired on Friday, June 2, after almost 24 years in the role.
Ms Janner said she started the job over two decades ago to supplement her income as a personal care worker.
“It’s funny because one of my boys actually went to Killara [at the time] and was quite embarrassed,” she said.
“I was doing personal care work [at the time]…and I needed something else to bring in some more income and I thought it would fit in perfectly with the shifts.”
Ms Janner said the highlight of her time as a crossing supervisor is seeing the children grow up and eventually getting to help the next generation get safely to school.
“I’ve seen children that went to Killara, and their children now go to Killara, so I’ve been able to see two generations, which is just fabulous,” she said.
“The kids are just absolutely beautiful and I have formed friendships out of that with the parents [as well].”
Ms Janner said it is important for drivers to be concentrating when they are driving through a school zone and not to be sidetracked by what’s going on.
“I try to look out for all children as if they were my own boys,” she said.
“You want to make them feel safe, especially with speed limits as many cars don’t stick to the limit.”
“It gives the kids some security too… [and] the feeling that someone is looking out for them… [so] they feel safe and comfortable.
“[My time there] has been an absolute pleasure.”
Zoe Moffatt
