TheG resford News

News of the communities of the Paterson and Allyn River Valleys

2023 Gresford Show

Gresford Show 2023 was a very hot week, but we certainly know how to give people a good time and showcase what our area has to offer. A big thank you to all GDAS Committee members for all the hard-work and time you put into this wonderful event. read the story on page 12

Opening of the New Clubhouse at Gresford Sporting Complex

1 April from 9am

As part of the celebrations, Scorpions teams will be in action from 9am right through until late evening. The clubhouse will be officially opened at 11am.

Free Live Streaming Event: In conversation with Teela Reid

Tues 4 April, 6.45pm James Theatre

This Ethics Centre event presented by Reconciliation Dungog & Paterson Allyn Williams Science & Ideas Hub in will provide information about a First Nations Voice to Parliament.

Gresford Billy Cart Derby

Easter Saturday – 8 April

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• Cart specs and entry details

• Booking a market stall

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Gresford News Notices

and other activities … Gresford cannot wait to welcome you all back trackside! A project of Dungog Rotary.

Call For Comment

The Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 is being reviewed. It aims to protect and conserve biodiversity in NSW while furthering ecologically sustainable development.

To have your say by 11 April visit: www.nsw.gov.au/have-your-say/reviewof-biodiversity-conservation-act

Hot Air Balloon Flight over Gresford

20 April starting from the Gresford Sporting Complex at approx 5.30am. Proceeds from the flight go to the Gresford beautification project.

This hot air balloon ride is followed by a Boydell sparkling wine breakfast.

ANZAC DAY 2023

Tues 25 April

Dawn Service at Paterson

March from Stockers & Partridge Garage, Paterson at 5.30 am proceeding to the Paterson Cenotaph for the Dawn Service. Following the service, Veterans and all attendees are invited to the Paterson Tavern for a traditional mince on toast breakfast (Gold Coin donation)

Commemoration Service at Gresford

The Gresford ANZAC Day March will commence at Gresford Garage & Rural at 10.30 am proceeding down Durham Road and Park Street to the Gresford Cenotaph for the Commemoration Service. Following the service, RSL Sub Branch members and those wishing to attend, will retire to the Gresford Bowling Club.