Members of the Finley community are reminded that Anzac Day services will take place this Sunday, beginning with the dawn service at 6am.
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Those attending are reminded that COVID-19 regulations will be in place.
It is necessary for those intending to attend the breakfast at the RS Club following the service to register by contacting the club reception no later than today, as numbers are limited.
If unable to attend the service, the community is encouraged to light up in their driveway in a similar fashion to last year.
The Anzac Day march will form up at the corner of Ulupna and Murray Sts at about 10.15am.
Please note change of time as it is necessary for those over the age of 16 years to record details of name and contact number according to health regulations.
The march will then move off at 10.45am to the Finley Memorial Park for the service.
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A reminder that Langunyah Finley Red Cross will be holding a street stall today, Wednesday April 21.
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Finley RSL Sub-branch will be holding a street stall this Friday in the lead up to Anzac Day.
There will be plenty of cakes, jams, relishes, potted plants and other goodies on sale, including RSL badges, pens etc.
There will also be Anzac Day memorabilia on sale outside Finley IGA in the coming days, so please purchase or donate.
All money raised is used to assist local returned service personnel and their families.
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Members of the Finley Uniting Church Worship Centre have decided not to hold the regular Sunday service this week, in order to allow attendance at the Anzac Day Service at the Finley Memorial Park.
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The Finley Show Society held a very successful street stall recently and would like to thank the many volunteers and members of the community for their wonderful support.
Brad Carlon was the winner of the load of wood and Bernie Little was thrilled to take home the much sought after and magnificent rustic garden art piece.
Kevin Sexton was responsible for the garden art which drew much attention, no doubt increasing ticket sales.
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Looking for some unique presents for mum on Mother’s Day (which is fast approaching)?
Then be sure to check out the Uniting Church Fellowship MEGA street stall which will take place on Wednesday, April 28.
There will be specials such as cakes and slices with plenty of relish and jam, as well as potted plants and much more to choose from for Mother’s Day gifts.
The organisers are hoping for good weather so go along, have a chat with the lovely volunteers and pick up some great bargains. ● ● ●No doubt the passing of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, has brought back memories for many of us.
It certainly has for Lesley Wilson.Lesley, who has always encouraged young people to push themselves to attain their goals, introduced the Duke of Edinburgh Award to Finley more than 40 years ago.
In her role as co-ordinator, she was responsible for assisting younger members of the community to work towards completing their tasks which included hiking, overnight camping and other services to attain their bronze, silver and gold awards.
‘‘I have spent many a sleepless night wondering how the youngsters were handling their tasks and hoping I hadn’t set them too hard,’’ Lesley recalled.
‘‘It was in the days before mobile phones, so I would just have to wait until they returned.’’
Lesley would love to hear from those who attempted and/or gained their awards during her time as co-ordinator, so their stories can be shared with the local community.
She can be contacted on 0429 904 499 or by emailing anne.freestone@bigpond.com.
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