WE asked a number of locals to give us their tips for the Melbourne Cup set to take place tomorrow, here’s what they had to say…

Bill Manwaring – Dandino

Central Hotel publican and Turf Club president Brad Shields is sure this is the winner – Mount Athos

Charlie Donoghue – Dandino

Mick Connors – Foreteller

Tony Cowled – Tres Blue

Jim Moon – Deardemi

Garth Barrett – Fiorente

Peter Rasmussen – Dandino

Steve Stedman – Fiorente

Trevor Collins – Dandino

Michael Sheahan – Super Cool

Around Cootamundra columnist Lynne Spain has gone for the trifecta – Sea Moon, Green Moon and Fawkner. 

AND to finish “Frog” Fenton was asked for his pick – ‘Tell you on Tuesday’ we got back! 

All happening 

on Cup day 

THERE are gatherings galore across town tomorrow for Melbourne Cup day as Cootamundra gets into the spirit. 

Some of those we’ve heard of include a luncheon at the Country Club as well as the St Vincent de Paul event at the Country Club, fun at the Ex Services Club, action at the Central Hotel, plenty of fun out at the Stockinbingal Bowling Club and even the Southern Cross Care Retirement Village residents are dressing up and enjoying lunch for the 

occasion. 

Wherever you are have lots of fun and fingers crossed you back a winner! 

Great night for great cause 

WHAT a fabulous night was had by all at the Rodney Vincent concert held at the Ex Services Club the Friday before last. 

The performer, from Albury, thrilled the 70 strong audience providing plenty of entertainment. 

The evening was in aid of the Cootamundra Can Assist branch, which helps locals with the expenses associated with cancer treatment and recovery. 

Can Assist treasurer Neil Murray reports a small profit was made from the evening for Can Assist, however plenty of fun was had.