e e r T n e e r ' 'G IN ALSTONVILLE
Have you noticed anything different about the Christmas tree in Freeborn Park this year? Apart from lights, the tree has been left bare for you to decorate! This year the community is invited to make a decoration out of upcycled materials, place it on the tree, and upload a photo of your decoration on the tree for the chance to win a $50 voucher to a local Alstonville business of your choice. Christmas doesn’t have to be a wasteful time of year, in fact, holidays are the perfect time to get crafting! We recommend using materials you already have, search charity shops or visit the Salvage Shed tip shop for treasures. Competition entrants can be made solo or as a group. Council also has access to a range of clean milk bottle lids that can be provided to interested learning centres, schools or community groups. Upcycled decorations must be secured to the tree and withstand the elements so they don’t become litter. Decorations should not be too heavy or too large. Please keep the weight under 300 grams and the dimensions under 15cm3. So what are you waiting for? Put your creative cap on and submit your entry at ballina.nsw.gov.au/ChristmasTree or simply scan the QR code on the tree.
Entries close Wednesday 22 December 2021. Also, don’t forget to post your letters at Santa’s Mailbox while you are there!
Hot meals for the community The Presbyterian Church is holding a free Community Hot Brunch this month as we head into the Christmas season. WHEN: Saturday 18 December 2021, 10am to 12noon WHERE: Ballina Presbyterian Hall, Corner of Cherry and Crane Street (just behind the Presbyterian Church). There will be a sausage sizzle, hot dogs, sandwiches, coffee and tea, and fruit salad available. Whether you need a hot meal, or even just a chat, this community lunch is open to all. Takeaway is most welcome and frozen takeaway meals are also available.
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Take the immersive image trail and snap yourself in the Ballina Coast and Hinterland images. Ballina Christmas scene Visitor Information Centre 6 River Street, Ballina
Surfing Santa Ballina Street, Lennox Head
Hope Springs Waterfall BP Travel Centre, West Ballina. #BallinaImmerseYourself
DECEMBER 2021 ISSUE 45
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