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Issue 6 Term 2 Week 1
Peak Hill Central School Newsletter We are Respectful, Responsible, Safe and Successful
Caswell Street Peak Hill NSW 2869
T: 02 6869 1304
F: 02 6869 1776
W: www.peakhill-c.schools.nsw.edu.au
From the Principal’s Desk School Calendar - Term 2 6 - 10 May It’s Your Choice.
Have a Voice Campaign
Wednesday 15 May Opens Boys Rugby League
14 - 16 May NAPLAN Tests
Friday 17 May Year 7 & Year 9 Immunisations
Tuesday 21 May School Photos
Wednesday 22 May Girls Rugby Union 7s Gala Day
Wednesday 29 May Cross Country
Thursday 30 May Paint the town REaD launch
Friday 31 May The Butterfly Effect Girls Program
The return to school after the holiday period has seen many events occurring within our school community. I hope the holidays were an opportunity for you to relax with family and friends. The SRC began the transformation of the old canteen into the colourful Tucker Box.
With a canvas of bright colour, the students will be working with Ms Carmen Sharah to create an inviting, healthy space for students to meet and eat. This will include additional seating, a chalkboard for specials, photographs and potted plants. Thank you to all the students who worked very hard to prepare and paint during their own time to improve our school environment.
Thank you and well done to all the students and staff who participated in the ANZAC Day Commemoration Service. The students who marched did so with pride and dignity, the band under the leadership of Mrs Maria George did a great job, our School Captains spoke with reverence and a mature understanding of why the day is iconic in our history and our future, while the Student Leaders recognised the fallen respectfully. It was a moving occasion.
ANZAC DAY COMMEMORATION SERVICE
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Issue 6 Term 2 Week 1
Principal
Mrs Paula Payne
Deputy Principal
Mr Paul Champion
Administration Manager
Mrs Tanya Stanford
Aboriginal Education Officer
Mrs Vicki Sharah
Assistant Principal Primary
Mrs Tracey Lickess
Miss Sarah Browning
Head Teacher Maths and Science
Mrs Maria George
Head Teacher English
Mr Jeremy Whiterod
Head Teacher T&L
Mrs Rachel Cody
Middle School Coordinators
Miss Tara Lightfoot and Mr James Peter
WAP Access Co-ordinator
Ms Crystal Williams
P & C 2013
President
Mrs Donna Kopp
Vice President
Mrs Narelle Peters
Secretary
Mrs Cathy Goodwin
Treasurer
Mrs Margaret Edwards
A Member of the Western Access
Program
This term we welcome Mr Matthew Clarke who joins our staff as an additional teacher under a Mathematics Retaining Program. This has enabled us to put additional programs into the Senior School and provide an enrichment class in the Middle School. In Week Four, Mr Shannon Gane will join our staff as a TAS teacher which will maximise the preparation of our HSC students in the construction of their Major Works. We also have a number of university students who are with us over the term as part of their Professional Experiences. They are enjoying the opportunity to be in a K-12 context and appreciate the many and varied opportunities our students have to engage in their learning. It is also with sadness that we have said farewell to some students whose families have not been able to rent accommodation in town or renew their leases. We currently also have staff members who are living in caravans unable to secure more permanent accommodation. If you know of any available accommodation could you please let our office know? This situation has affected our student numbers and means that staff and parents who want to live in the community and enrol their children in our school have been unable to do so.
It was a proud occasion on Tuesday when Jaylan Williams was presented with his Housing Scholarship. This follows his success in gaining a Two Ways Together Aboriginal Student Scholarship. The funds will support Jaylan to meet the expenses incurred in completing his studies. Well done to Jaylan for the success he deserves. Thank you to Ms Crystal Williams and Ms Carmen Sharah for assisting him and supporting all the
students who applied.
Congratulations to Year 11 student Georgia Westcott, who has been successful in her application to attend the NSW Constitutional Convention on 17 June. Georgia is one of only 100 students from across the state to be selected. The Convention will enable the students to understand how the Senate works in our government and the chance to take part in the Australian Convention may be an option. This is an accolade for Georgia and her school and I encourage all students to embrace the opportunities which are offered to them.
On that note, I accompanied Georgia Sharkey and Bradley Edwards to Sydney yesterday as part of the Secondary Student Leadership Program offered for School Captains. The Program included a Welcome and Introduction to the Legislative Assembly by invited members and
Parliamentary Education staff. This was followed by a tour of the Legislative Council Chamber and the Media Room. Following a walk to NSW Government House we were given a guided tour and met with Her Excellency, the Governor Marie Bashir who addressed the students and then made herself available to meet with all the students and be photographed.
Both Georgia and Bradley had a wonderful day and were exemplary ambassadors for their
school.
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Issue 6 Term 2 Week 1
Congratulations to Kindergarten students Maddison Powell, Eleyce Caldwell and Jacob Bell who visited my office to share their independent work and efforts to achieve their best. Their books were a credit to each of them and the support they are receiving from their amazing teacher Miss Rachel Heywood. I enjoy very much any opportunity to share our students’ learning.
This week the campaign It’s Your Choice, Have a Voice has been facilitated through student and community workshops in Hip Hop and Song Writing. I have been impressed by the level of student engagement, the choreography and enthusiasm as students work to develop their routines and songs. The highlight of the week will be the Dance Off and Community barbeque tomorrow. I invite and encourage all parents and community members to come along and share the celebration.
DANCE OFF AND COMMUNITY BARBEQUE
FRIDAY 10 MAY
5 PM
PEAK HILL CENTRAL
SCHOOL This year we were approved to become a Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Foundation Garden. We began the program this term with the Middle School TAS curriculum under the coordination of Ms Sarah Browning and Mrs Barbara Sharkey. It is a great opportunity for us to work with our community who will work as volunteers in the program. Last week, students enjoyed planning their technology project, picking and then using tomatoes from the garden and learning WH&S procedures.
Progress is well under way for the launch of Paint the Town REaD in Peak Hill on 30 May. This initiative places reading at the heart of our interactions with children from birth. It is a commitment from the community to support reading through modelling and engaging with young people through reading, singing and talking. The next planning meeting will be in the school library at 4 p.m. this afternoon. Please join in our preparations to make literacy everyone’s business in our community. Our P&C meeting will follow at 5 p.m. All parents and community members are welcome.
We are a School on the Move! Don’t miss the bus! Have a great fortnight.
Mrs Paula Payne
Principal
“quoted”
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes
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Issue 6 Term 2 Week 1
Stage 4
Week Tasks
3 (beginning 13/5) Future Moves- ‘Career Portfolio’ (30%)
6 (beginning 3/6) Half Yearly Exams- HSIE (30%) Visual Arts (10%) Maths (25%) PD/H/PE (15%) TAS
8 (beginning 17/6) Science- ‘Renewable Energy Challenge’
9 (beginning 24/6) Visual Arts- ‘Portfolio and VAPD’ (15%)
Assessment Schedule Year 7 to 10
Year 9
Week Tasks
2 (beginning 6/5) Work Education- ‘Community Partnerships Persuasive Text’ (30%)
3 (beginning 13/5) Timber- ‘Practical Project- Tool Tray and Folio’ Metal- ‘Practical Project- Star Post Lifter and Folio’
5 (beginning 27/5) Science- ‘Forces’ Topic Test
6 (beginning 3/6) Half Yearly Exams- Science (15%) HSIE (30%) Visual Arts (10%) Photography (10%) Maths (30%) PD/H/PE (10%) Timber Metal Agriculture (20%)
7 (beginning 10/6) IST- ‘Major Project Part 1’ (30%)
9 (beginning 24/6) Science- ‘Practical Report on Motion’ (15%) Visual Arts- ‘Interior Design and VAPD’ (10%) Photography- ‘Portfolio and Diary’ (20%)
Year 10 Week Tasks
1 (beginning 29/4) Work Education- ‘Career Pathway Plan’ (30%)
3 (beginning 13/5) Timber- ‘Practical Project- Tool Tray and Folio’ Metal- ‘Practical Project- Star Post Lifter and Folio’
4 (beginning 20/5) English- ‘Oral Presentation: Media and Advertising’ (15%)
6 (beginning 3/6) Half Yearly Exams-HSIE (30%) English (15%) Visual Arts (10%) Photography (10%) Maths PD/H/PE (10%) Timber Metal Agriculture (20%)
7 (beginning 10/6) IST- ‘Major Project Part 1’ (30%)
9 (beginning 24/6) Visual Arts- ‘Interior Design Portfolio and VAPD’ (10%) Science- ‘Practical Investigation- Acceleration’ (20%) Photography- ‘Portfolio and Diary’ (20%)
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Issue 6 Term 2 Week 1
WK MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
3
13/5 14/5 15/5 WAPM F2F TBC
16/5 MATH VF
17/5 11 INDUSTRIAL TECH
INDUSTRY STUDY @ DUBBO
4
20/5
21/5 PHCS SCHOOL
PHOTOS
22/5 SAC VF
PHCS Career Road Show TRUNDLE ATHLETICS
23/5 HSIE VF
PHCS Belrose Visit
24/5 PHCS Belrose Visit
TRUNDLE ATHLETICS YEOVAL ATHLETICS
5
27/5
28/5
29/5 Year 11 ½ Yearly Reports OPEN
WP Webinar
30/5 TAS VF
31/5
Western Access Program WAP Calendar
Term 2 HSC Assessment Schedule
Week Subject Weighting Task
4 Agriculture 15 Investigation
5
Advanced English 30 Module C: Creative Writing Julius Caesar
Business Studies 25 Financial Statement Analysis
Chemistry 15 First-Hand Investigation: Identification of Ions
6
General Mathematics 15 Multi-topic Test
Industrial Technology 20 Industry Study
Primary Industries -- Portfolio and Practical Task
7
Ancient History 30 Essay
Standard English 15 Creative writing. Using one Lawson's images as the basis for a narrative
Hospitality -- Practical Assessment
SLR 10 Individual Games and Sports Application
Term 2 Preliminary Schedule
3 Extension Mathematics 15 Circle Geometry Assignment
4
Construction -- WHS Training and White Card
Information Technology -- Media Report
Photography 5 Photograph Critique
Physics 15 The World Communicates- Investigation
5
Agriculture 15 Half Yearly Examination
Ancient History 20 Half Yearly Examination
Biology 15 Half Yearly Examination
Business Studies 20 Business Management In- Class Essay
Chemistry 10 Half Yearly Examination
CAFS 25 Half Yearly Examination
Economics 20 Half Yearly Examination
General Mathematics 20 Half Yearly Examination
Mathematics 30 Half Yearly Examination
Extension Mathematics 20 Half Yearly Examination
Modern History 20 Half Yearly Examination
PDHPE 30 Half Yearly Examination
Senior Science 15 Half Yearly Examination
Standard English 15 Half Yearly Examination
6 Construction -- Practical Task: Bench Hook
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Issue 6 Term 2 Week 1
Rugby League
Tom Kemp Shield Round 1 of the Tom Kemp Shield began for Peak Hill CS on the last Friday of Term 1 in Gilgandra. The team travelled down with only 14 players and knew they would be in for a tough game. After only 5 minutes prop forward Marcus Dargan went down with a knee injury which meant that no players could be interchanged for a rest for the next 55 minutes of the game. For the spectators in attendance they certainly saw a great game of Rugby League with Peak Hill coming back from 6 points down on three separate occasions to win by 8 points. Special thanks must go to Matt Sharah, Jan Cook and David Sharkey who assisted in transporting the students to the game. Our next game will be in the coming weeks against Narromine in Peak Hill.
Team List: 1. Bondi Fitzpatrick 2. Dylan Sellers 3. Hayden Cook 4. Clayton Hartin 5. Jarrod Westcott 6. Chad Hartin 7. Jyi Cohen 8. Marcus Dargan 9. Jaleel Hando 10. Kyle Cohen 11. Trent Williams 12. Nathan Carr 13. Rohan Kopp 14. Wesley Sharkey.
Representative Sportspeople
Term 2 Week 2 saw Georgia Westcott and Chad Hartin represent Peak Hill Central School as part of Western Region sporting teams. Georgia headed down to Albury to participate in the NSW CHS Soccer Carnival and Chad travelled to Coonabarabran for the Greater Western Rugby League Trials. We would all like to wish these two students the best of luck and will share their stories in the next newsletter after they return.
Mr Wade Richardson
Sports News
Aboriginal students from Years 5-12 are encouraged to apply for The Arts Unit’s Aboriginal Dance Workshops.
This program is a partnership with Bangarra Dance Theatre, Australia's leading Indigenous performing arts organisation. Students will develop their dance skills, performance experience, cultural awareness and interact with other Indigenous students from across the state. Students may be selected from these workshops to join the 2013 NSW Public Schools Aboriginal Dance Company.
Sydney Workshop will be held on Tuesday 4 June.
Regional Workshops will be held from 22 May – 14 June in Broken Hill, Dubbo, Bathurst, Grafton, Port Macquarie, Albury and Griffith.
See The Arts Unit website for more info. Hurry, don’t miss out!
2013 Aboriginal Dance
Well Done Jordon Towney, Bradley Hart and Bradley Edwards who along with Mr Willy Barnes, NRL Referee Development Officer will be officiating at the Greater Region Trials Held at Coonabarabran on Friday 10 May.
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Issue 6 Term 2 Week 1
Careers Corner Well, we have begun Term Two and are already in full-swing, with a variety of career related activities starting this week. This term will certainly be a buzz with careers events including the Tertiary Information Day in Dubbo, the Career Road show coming to Peak Hill Central School in Week 4, the Belrose visit also in Week 4 and preparations for Year 10 work experience early in Term Three.
On Wednesday 8 May, Miss Williams and I accompanied a group of students from Years 11 and 12 to the Tertiary Information Day at Dubbo Senior Campus. Here students were able to visit key stakeholders from all of the universities in NSW and the ACT, as well as Essential Energy, TAFE Western, Boyce Chartered Accountants, Fletchers International, and the Ambulance just to name a few. Included in the day was a presentation by Ben Austin. I hope to have some student reflections on the day in my next newsletter article.
We also welcomed back Nakita and Shanika Robinson, who last week were in Sydney gaining valuable experience in their desired careers. Nakita experienced the modelling world and met with industry professionals, while Shanika completed her work experience at Taronga Zoo. While I have not yet had a proper opportunity to catch up with both girls, my passing conversations with them indicate that they had a great time. Certainly their faces could not contain their excitement! We will hear more about their experience in future newsletters.
I recently had an interesting article forwarded to me. It was called “What's your job outlook? 10 careers that are on the up” by Molly Wiltshire-Bridle. Full details of the article can be found at
http://www.careerfaqs.com.au/news/news-and-views/whats-your-job-outlook-10-careers-that-are-on-the-up/ (30/4/13) As the name suggests, the article focuses on the ten jobs that are predicted to boom in the near future. Their predictions are: Graphic/Web Designer and Illustrator
Psychologist Fitness instructor Nursing and Aged Care General Manager Veterinary Nurse Welfare Support Worker Mining Engineer Human Resource Professional ICT Manager.
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Issue 6 Term 2 Week 1
What is a Boilermaker? Boilermakers generally work with heavy gauge steel: cutting, shaping, assembling and welding. Typically, they work for heavy engineering companies involved in the production, fabrication and development of items manufactured from plate materials, generally in steel of varying thickness.
What kind of work do they do? Construct steel components for major structures like buildings and bridges, make pressure vessels, mining equipment, excavation buckets, smoke stacks, storage bins, large pipe work etc. Read and interpret engineering drawings and use specialist measuring equipment and hand tools.
How do I get into this trade? You need to complete an Engineering Apprenticeship. Usually, you will need at least Year 10 with good results in English and Maths. You may be able to start this apprenticeship while you are still at school.
How will I know if it's for me? You will probably enjoy making things with your hands, are precise and accurate, and have some Maths ability. Confined spaces do not faze you, nor does working at heights. Climbing on structures is part of the job, as is bending, stooping, stretching and lifting. The work environment can be hot and dusty and you will often wear personal protective equipment e.g. welding helmet, leather clothing etc.
"The past is not your potential. In any hour you can choose to liberate the future.” - Marilyn Ferguson
Mrs Rachel Cody
Careers Adviser and Future Moves Coordinator
Received in the mail over the holiday period was information on the Avondale College of Higher Education (Lake Macquarie Campus) Open Day on 5 June. Flyers have been placed in the Senior Study for students wishing to find out more information. Additional copies of the University of Sydney 2014 Undergraduate Prospectus and faculty guides have also been sent through and anyone wishing to look through these should see Miss Williams for more information.
While the bulk of correspondence is aimed at our senior students, a wonderful opportunity has been extended to students in Year 9 who may have ‘wondered what university life would be like’. The University of Newcastle is giving students the chance to experience university life through two five day residential programs designed to inspire students to build on their potential to succeed in years 10, 11 and 12 through the ‘Girl’s Choices Summer School’ (8-12 December) and boys ‘LIVE IT!’ (15-19 December). Both programs are funded by the Commonwealth Equity funds, with most expenses covered (though not including travel cost to and from Newcastle). Students wishing to find out more information, or wanting to apply, should check out the information on the Technology Room noticeboard or see Mrs Cody for more information. Applications close 28 June 2013.
It has also come to my attention that a number of our students would like to pursue a career as a Boilermaker, so this is what our career focus this fortnight will be.
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Issue 6 Term 2 Week 1
Term 1 2013 Canteen Roster
School Noticeboard
Canteen Specials Monday 13 May: Hamburgers $5.00
Monday 20 May: Fried Rice $5.00
School-Based Vaccination Program Date Vaccination Year
17 May HPV Dose 2 Year 7 and Year 9 Boys
26 July Boostrix
Varicella
Year 7
Year 7
13 September Hepatitis B Dose 2
HPV Dose 3
Year 7
Year 7 and Year 9 Boys
Term 2 2013 Week 1
April 29
Week 2
May 6
Week 3
May 13
Week 4
May 20
Week 5
May 27
Monday
Pupil Free Day Alisa McNeil Ellen Hart Allana Simmons
Tuesday
Jo Robinson Rona Thorpe
Wednesday
Geoff Davis Gail Hando
Thursday
Mary Wright
Friday
Tanya Wright Aleria Robinson
Julie Westcott
School Photographs
Photograph envelopes were handed out to students last
term. Please return envelopes no later than Friday 17 May 2013. The photographers do not extend credit; photos will be taken only if money is included in the envelopes. Cash payment must be in the correct amount. Cheques must be made payable to Advanced Life.
Stage 6 Study Sessions (Year 11 and Year 12)
Tuesdays and Thursdays
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Resource Room
Contact Carmen Sharah for more information on:
68691304
Paint the Town REaD planning meeting in the school library at 4 pm this afternoon.
P&C meeting will follow at 5 p.m.
All parents and community members are welcome.
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Issue 6 Term 2 Week 1
Year Tuesday 14 May Wednesday 15 May Thursday 16 May
3 Language Conventions 40 minutes
Writing 40 minutes
Reading 45 minutes
Numeracy 45 minutes
5 Language Conventions 40 minutes
Writing 40 minutes
Reading 50 minutes
Numeracy 50 minutes
7 Language Conventions 45 minutes
Writing 40 minutes
Reading 65 minutes
Numeracy (Calculator) 40 minutes
Numeracy (Non-calculator) 40 minutes
9 Language Conventions 45 minutes
Writing 40 minutes
Reading 65 minutes
Numeracy (Calculator) 40 minutes
Numeracy (Non-calculator) 40 minutes
NAPLAN 2013 - Timetable
International Competitions and Assessments for Schools ICAS) ICAS Subject Year Levels 2012 Entries Closing 2012 Test Date Entry Fee per student
Writing 3–12 15 May 17 to 21 June* AUD 17.00
Spelling 3-7 17 May 18 June AUD 11.00
English 3-12 28 June 31 July AUD 8.00
Mathematics 3–12 13 August 12 July AUD 8.00
Peak Hill Central School has an official Facebook page. You can check the Facebook page at any time for reminders and notices. Be sure to like us.
It’s getting exciting,
This Premier’s Dare
The book this week’s my third
I’m reading, reading,
Enjoying it!
Stop reading ??? That’s absurd!
Student Leave Principals may record up to 15 days in a school year for students of compulsory school age who have provided an explanation of the absence which has been accepted by the principal. This may be due to: - misadventure or unforseen events - participation in special events not related to the school - domestic necessity such as serious illness of an immediate family member - attendance at funerals - recognised religious festivals or ceremonial occasions.
School Attendance Policy
Student Welfare Directorate 2010
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Issue 6 Term 2 Week 1
Kitchen/Garden Volunteers We are looking for volunteers who would like to assist us each Friday from 9am-10am or 12:30pm-1:30 pm.
If you are interested please contact Paula Payne or Sarah Browning.
Library Changes Kindergarten – Thursday
Stage 1 – Tuesday
Stage 2 – Monday
Stage 3 - Monday
Primary Pouches A reminder to all K-6 parents.
Please ensure that your child has their pouch with them each day to ensure effective communication between home and school.
The Parkes Aboriginal Community Working Party and The Parkes Reconciliation Group have partnered with the Parkes PCYC and we are inviting everyone to join us for an afternoon that is Jam packed with free activities including a free movie night at the Parkes PCYC, screening the film “The Sapphires” on the Big Screen, rated PG, as well as the unveiling of a plaque acknowledging the importance of Reconciliation.
National Sorry Day is on the 26 May and National Reconciliation Week begins on the 27 May, so to recognise and to build community cohesion and respect we are inviting everyone to come together and join us in acknowledging these important dates by hosting a free activities and movie night to the public for all ages. Children attending without a parent are to be signed in and out on arrival and departure by an Adult. Any child under 7 years will require an adult for supervision.
Join us on Saturday afternoon the 25 May for some free activities and a FREE movie. The Snack Bar will be open for anyone wishing to purchase drinks, hot food or snacks.
Doors open for activities at 3.30 p.m. Movie Screens at 7 p.m.
Rated PG
This event is supported by:
Deadly Flick @ the Parkes PCYC
Volunteering Project Wraps with Love
Wraps with Love, a volunteer program, was founded in 1992 as a result of news report on the civil war in Mozambique, Africa. Sonya Gidley-King wondered if she could help alleviate the suffering of people displaced through the civil war. She called on her friends with cupboards full of leftover wool to knit squares which could be assembled to produce wraps.
Today the movement has gained much momentum with over 30 000 volunteers knitting with the aim to help people in need. Our local craft group in Peak Hill is one such group. Local ABC radio has created the KNIT IN to increase the awareness of Wraps with Love. Staff at Peak Hill Central School has taken on the challenge, dragging out their old knitting materials. We are encouraging anyone with spare 8 ply wool and size 8 (4mm) needles to join us by producing 25cm squares starting with between 50 – 55 stitches in plain (garter) stitch. Alternatively, materials can be donated.
Students are encouraged to ask any staff member about the program if they would like to learn to knit. Skills could then be applied to making scarves and beanies for winter.
Mrs Maria George
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Issue 6 Term 2 Week 1
Community News
Trundle Bush Tucker Day 26 Annual event
Saturday 7 September 2013.
Next General Mee ng is
Thursday 18 April 2013 Trundle Services Club 7 p.m.
Introducing Storytime at Peak Hill Library
Join Kylie for Storytime!
A practical and exciting way to boost pre-school children’s confidence and reading-readiness skills. Enjoy stories,
learn rhymes and play fun games!
When: Fridays 2.30 p.m. - 3 p.m. Who: 0-5 year olds and parents/carers.
Best of all it’s free!!!!
RAFFLES
BBQ LUNCH
MORNING/AFTERNOON
TEA
CAKE STALL
Fashion Parade
11 am
Fashions on parade from:
Rockin Frocks – Debbie from Dunnedoo
Classic Glamour – Sharon Leach
Clothing will be on sale following the parade.
CHOCOLATE
WHEEL
Saturday 11 May 2013
Southern Cross Hall
10 am
PRODUCE
MUCH MORE PRE-LOVED STALL
Please come along and support your Hospital. Money raised will go towards the purchase of pressure relieving mattresses to prevent sores for our hospital.
Donations towards any of the stalls can be brought to the hall on the day or contact one of the following:
President - Maureen Beedon: 68 69 1264
Secretary - Ann McIntyre: 68 69 1325
Treasurer - Tanya Stanford: 68 69 1270
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