Preparations have begun for Finley High School’s Class of 1974 (first form) 50 year anniversary reunion.
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It will be held on the weekend of March 16 and 17, and the organisers are seeking expressions of interest from ex-students.
Those interested are asked to visit the website https://finleyhsclass74.wixsite.com/my.../registration-form and register to give an indication of numbers attending for planning purposes.
It is particularly important to reach out to those who are not on Facebook.
Preliminary arrangements have been made to have a bus tour of Jerilderie, Berrigan, Tocumwal and Finley on the Saturday, with special guest speakers.
This will be followed by a guided tour of Finley High School in the late afternoon.
On the Saturday night there will be a sit-down dinner at the Finley RS Club, followed by a recovery on the foreshore at Tocumwal on the Sunday morning.
Upon registration, details will be emailed periodically as arrangements are confirmed.
A commemorative book and t-shirt will be available to purchase, and further details will be provided as soon as possible.
Further information can be obtained by emailing finleyhsclass74@gmail.com.
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Finley Regional Care and Auxiliary members would sincerely like to thank the community for the support given to the monster Christmas raffle held recently.
The first five of 33 lucky winners were Fay Williams, Deb Finlay, Louisa Bryce, Lorraine Robertson and Therese Thomas.
Special thanks must go to the Auxiliary members, Finley Regional Care staff and Medical Centre staff for assistance in selling tickets.
And sincere thanks to Finley IGA for allowing the sale of raffle tickets at the store.
Once again, the many businesses and members of the community have been extremely generous with donations of some of the wonderful prizes which is very much appreciated.
Proceeds from funds raised enable the Auxiliary to help provide extra comfort and care to the residents and staff at Finley Regional Care.
Fundraising has been restricted to a certain degree by the COVID-19 restrictions.
Members are reminded that the Christmas recess has now concluded and monthly meetings for the coming year will resume on February 20 in the boardroom commencing at 2pm.
New members are always welcome, and are invited to attend.
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Just a reminder that the Finley RSL Sub-branch 2023 AGM will take place at the Finley RS Club this evening from 6pm.
New members are most welcome to join this important group in the community.
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An invitation is extended to those who enjoy a game of cards to join in the afternoon of Crazy Whist on Saturday.
It will be held at the Finley Uniting Church Hall in Coree Street, commencing at 1.30pm.
This is a lovely way for new and old residents to make friends and enjoy the company of a friendly and caring group.
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The World Day of Prayer 2023 service will be held at the Finley Presbyterian Church on Friday, March 3 commencing at 10am.
Taiwan is the country to be focused on this year, with some interesting stories and history to be told.
Taiwan is an island country (one main island and more than 100 smaller islands) located between Japan and the Philippines.
It lies 180km from the coast of China across the Taiwan Strait.
Its land area is less than half the size of Tasmania.
An invitation is extended to all members of the community to come together and learn more of this interesting nation.
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