At the recent committee meeting of the Berrigan Shire Dementia Alliance, Maureen Shalders was presented with a gift to recognise her service since 2019 as a foundation member of the committee.
Maureen was thanked for her contributions to that committee and as a volunteer on many other committees in Finley.
After the presentation, the committee was joined by Maureen’s husband Ian and members were able to spend a pleasant time reminiscing with her, in particular about these committees and also her considerable skill on the squash court.
Members of the Alliance are also excited about ‘Unlocking Hope No.10 – Understanding Dementia’ which is scheduled to take place at the Finley RS Club on Thursday, September 12,10.15am for 10.30am start.
Dr Alam Yousuff will again be giving a presentation on the holistic treatment of patients with dementia or memory loss.
Dr Alam attracted many Berrigan Shire residents to his last presentation with his approach to treatment taking into account all circumstances concerning patients.
An RSVP to (03) 5883 9600 would be appreciated but is not essential. Together, we can make a difference!
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Students who attended Finley High School for Form 1 in 1969 to Form 6 in 1974 are invited to attend a reunion in Finley from October 4-6.
Earning themselves the title of ‘The Wild Bunch’, plans to get as many as possible to return are well under way.
School captains Noel Williams from North Queensland and Fran Rose (née Hanily) from Canberra, together with 1974 School Dux Doug Coster from Hong Kong have confirmed they will be attending.
If you know of anyone who has not been contacted, please advise Dean Russell on 0422 311 483.
The reunion will begin on the Friday with Mark Kelly at Finley Golf Club at 3pm. Golf fees and cart hire applicable.
This will be followed by welcome drinks at the Finley Country Club Hotel/Motel at 6pm. Meal and drinks at own cost.
On the Saturday will be an inspection of the school at 2.30pm, followed by a get-together at the Finley Golf Club from 6.30pm. Cost is $40 per person for a roast and dessert.
The weekend will come to a close with a farewell brunch and barefoot bowls at the Finley Bowling Club from 9am on the Sunday.
Partners and teachers whose task it was to keep this group in line are welcome to join in the fun and activities.
It has already been confirmed that ex-teachers Di Krasowski, John Marshall and Geoff McNeil will be attending.
Registration is online at https://tinyurl.com/FHS-2024-Reunion.
For further information, contact Dean Russell on 0422 311 483 or Ray Stenhouse on 0418 400 455.
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With Legacy Week coming up, Legatees will be selling badges from Monday, September 2 until Friday, September 6 outside Finley IGA and the organisers look forward to the continuing support of the community.
The spirit of Legacy is the care of the dependants of those who served their country, namely veterans who died on operational service or Australian Defence Service personnel who have died as a result of their service.
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Just a reminder that the Finley Show will take place this Sunday, September 1. Now is the time to get exhibits organised and entered. Entries can be placed online to save a trip to the Show Office now open daily from 10am.
Please pay attention to closing dates and times, as late entries will not be accepted.
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Plans are going well for the Murray Hut CWA (Finley/Tocumwal) popular Melbourne Cup Day Luncheon which will take place on Tuesday, November 5 at Finley Golf Club at 11am.
There will be a delicious buffet lunch, competitions and raffles and an auction as well as prizes for Lady of the Day, Milliner’s Award and Best Shoes.
Due to high demand, guest numbers will be limited to 80 so it is recommended bookings be made as soon as possible. Tables of eight will be set up and upon purchasing a ticket, positions will be assigned. Otherwise, table reservations can be made by contacting Sue on 0409 314 174.
Tickets are $45 per person plus booking fee and can be made online at murray-hutcwa@gmail.com.
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Finley RSL Sub-branch will be holding a street stall on Friday, September 6 and the members would appreciate the continuing support of the community.
Donations of cakes, slices and other saleable goods such as plants would be most acceptable.
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Michael ‘Fergie’ Walsh won last Saturday’s Finley Lions Club wood raffle.
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