December 2010
Mannum, South Australia 5238
Mannum Carols by the River Mary Anne Reserve Sunday 19th December 7pm
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arols by the River, organized by the Mannum Inter-Church Council in conjunction with the Mid Murray Council, has been a popular annual Christmas event in Mannum for many years. The Mannum Town Choir and the Murray Bridge Community Concert Band are the main performers at this great community event. Each year different local and regional artist and groups are invited to be a part of this night of festive musical entertainment. This year our artists are The Golden Tenors from Lobethal, David Verrall from Murray Bridge, Dianne Ward from Red Hill and Tania Brenna from Cowirria. The guest compare this year is Barry Martin from 5MU. As in previous years, the event will be held on Mary Ann Reserve, on the river foreshore. The kiosk will be open. The large grassed area has BBQ outlets, an area for community swimming, a playground at both ends and toilet facilities. So come with your deck chairs or picnic blankets; it can get chilly even after a warm or hot day. And don’t forget the insect repellent! The night will start at 7pm and will be a great time of Christmas festivities. Candles and programs will be available for a gold coin donation. There will also be a collection during the evening to raise funds for the Mannum Inter-Church Council. To all, have a safe and happy Christmas and New Year. Dianne Bernhardt Carols by the River Committee member
Issue Number 53
From The Lions’ Den Mannum Lions Auction – A Very Successful Fundraising Event
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he Mannum Lions drew a big crowd in perfect weather to its annual auction on November 6th. The Lions members had been busy for weeks, collecting donated items and storing them in readiness for Saturday’s gigantic auction. From 6:00am there was a flurry of activity as the Lions put the stored goods out on display and dozens of locals arrived with their goods to sell on consignment. By 10am the displayed items spread over a huge area of the Mannum Show-grounds and over 150 people had registered as bidders. Apart from the usual array of furniture and household goods there was a wide selection of tools, sporting equipment and building materials and even two cars and a boat. Lion Brian Brown was joined by Rob Brown of Brown Havelberg Real Estate to share the auctioneering duties. The day was financially very successful. The auction itself raised over $4600 and a further $1000 was raised from BBQ and soft drinks sales. The Lions support many national and international charities but most of the money raised will go to local causes. The generosity of local people in donating goods and the volunteered help of Rob Brown were greatly appreciated by the Lions. D Dowley
Brian Brown takes bids on a golf buggy while Rod Pratt does the penciling.
Murray River Giant Pumpkin Competition Gigantic Prize for Giant Pumpkin Winner
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ll you green thumbs get your ground ready for the 2011 Murray River Giant Pumpkin Competition as first prize will be bigger than the pumpkins! The Cadell Community and Tourist Association is excited to announce MGA Insurance Brokers as the major sponsor of the 2011 Murray River Giant Pumpkin Competition at the 2011 Cadell Harvest Festival next Easter.
MGA Insurance Brokers General Manager Paul George said that they have “... donated a major prize for Cadell’s 2011 winner with a trip to San Francisco to attend the Half Moon Bay Pumpkin and Art Festival.” The 2011 winner will receive a return trip to San Francisco, accommodation and transfers to the Half Moon Bay Pumpkin and Art event for weighing in with the heaviest giant pumpkin. Continued page 3
Contents Angie’s Cooking Tips Ageing In The Murraylands
Calendars & Dates 24 Chippy Chatter 11 Church Services
28 Classifieds 6 Letters 3 Musical Miscellany
Jimmy Walker puts a wheelchair out on the lines while Lloyd Wilson takes a breather. 27 Mental Musings, The Hall 2 Neighbourhood Watch 6 On My Bookshelf
5 Out of this World 18 Puzzle 23 Youth Page
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