There were many Cootamundra residents in attendance at the highly successful Jugiong Writers Festival held earlier this month.
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Phillip and Robyn Bassingthwaighte and Elizabeth and Jim Bassingthwaighte are pictured above.
Oh I like this story - in the Sunday Melbourne Age newspaper, March 15, on the Opinion page, Senior Journalist Matt Cunningham was “on a roll” reference local government councillors “in there to feather their own nests” and also going on overseas junkets at ratepayers expense.
Matt goes on to say “the country town of Cootamundra is abuzz with the news that its town clock will chime again!”
Not exactly the kind of headline-grabbing news event that would make the papers in the big smoke, but dig a little deeper and you’ll find a story as rare as it is remarkable.
Because councillor Mary Donnelly has donated some of her stipend received from the Cootamundra Council ($2000) towards the restoration of their Town Clock! Yes, that’s right, the good councillor has put her hand into her own pocket to ensure the clock keeps on ticking!
Local councillors are supposed to be the voice of their constituents on issues like rubbish collection, cracked footpaths - and dysfunctional clocks.
If councils wish to save money Cr Mary Donnelly would be happy to take your call!!”
Accolades to Cr Donnelly.
THE committee of the Cootamundra Picnic Race Club are in full swing organising their annual race meeting set for Easter Saturday, April 4.
And what a bonus, taking place over the Easter break.
There will be heaps of entertainment for children, and anyone interested is most welcome to join the committee at the XXXX marquee for a top day out - enquiries to John Stephens (0427 422 945).
LOCAL lady Gladys Flannery turned 80 with a surprise birthday hosted by her family on March 14.
The theme "flash your florals" was embraced by everyone as they dressed in their best bright floral outfits for this brilliant birthday night!
Family travelled from Brisbane, Batemans Bay, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Sydney.
Gladys celebrated with her five children, grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
A wish from your family … “We love you, you are one amazing lady, we wish you a very happy 80th birthday!”
WHAT fun for one and all this Friday at the Southee Public School Fete. The fun begins at 5pm.
There will be a variety of stalls including a great cake stall, games and activities for the kids and food for an early dinner.
On display will be The General carrying V8 supercar promo Ute and vintage cars..
Other highlights include trash and treasure, train rides and jumping castle.
Come along and enjoy a family friendly night out.
TUESDAY, March 17, bridge had 32 players for a Mitchell Relay movement.
North/south winners were: Jenny McAinsh/Wendy Jenkins 64.58 per cent, Barb Beveridge/Annie McMaster 62.20 per cent, third Lyn Ramsay/Sally Lawler 55.06 per cent.
East/west winners were: Joan Adams/Kate Graham 66.67 per cent, second were sue lenehan/Barbie Hufton 61.01 per cent, third place Colleen Honner/Di Scott 50.60 per cent.
My work days are now Tuesday and Friday.
Any HAPPY NEWS you have MUST be into me three days in advance, unlike the “old days” when the day before publication was fine!
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