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Monthly luncheon meeting at Casino RSM Club at 11am, second Thurs of every month. Contact Barbara on 66612530 or 0448969498.
CASINO CROQUET CLUB Casino Croquet Club’s playing times have been changed for the summer months. They are now Monday & Wednesday mornings commencing play at 8.30am. New members, male & female are most welcome. Mallets available. Ring Mary on 66621971 for details.
CASINO LADIES AND FRIEND CRAFT GROUP Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month. Bring your own morning tea. Names to be in by lunch time Monday. Phone Vivian on 66621838 or Jan on 66626424.
CASINO MIXED PROBUS CLUB Meeting 4th Thursday of the month. For more information call the secretary on 0419886119. New Members most welcome. Call Fran on 0419 886 119 for more information.
THE CASINO & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM Sun, Mon, Wed and Fri 10am to 2pm. Email casinohistorymuseum@outlook. com for further information. Check us out on Facebook.
FAIRY HILL CRAFT GROUP will meet on Thurs., May 5, 10 a.m. at Fairy Hill Hall. This month: Quilting – Foundation Piecing demonstration or UFO’s. In-House Bring& Buy Stall with proceeds to hall upkeep. ( Please bring an item to sell with price marked & a little cash to purchase something). SHOW & TELL: A favourite plant. For more information ph. Sue 6663 3233.
COOLANGATTA
THE COOLANGATTA BRANCH OF THE QCWA are carrying on the longheld tradition of caring for people and communities in times of crisis. Southern Queensland and Northern NSW, the women came together with community volunteers to supply workers with: • Over 1,100 delicious home cooked meals • Hundreds of sandwiches and wraps • Dozens of home baked • Over 600 individual care packs • 250 cleaning kits • 85 Activity packs for children Anita Blay, President of CWA Coolangatta said: “The overwhelming and generous donations and support from our community has allowed us to help many people during this crisis. We cannot thank our local community members enough”. “The response from people receiving these items has been heart-warming. Many people had tears and said that it’s not just that we are receiving these, it’s knowing that people care”, Ms Blay said. “QCWA Coolangatta would also like to thank our local community members who kindly donated over $ 5,000 for spent on items of need for families and individuals”. QCWA Coolangatta is currently building up the branch and recruiting new members to enable them to contribute even more for their community. If you would like more information or would like to become a member, please call Barbara on 0401 474 670. For further information please contact Anita Blay, President on 0418 405 804.
YOU’RE INVITED This year, QCWA COOLANGATTA is hosting a Biggest Morning Tea to help Cancer Council raise vital funds for people impacted by cancer – and we’d love for you to join us for this great cause! When: Tuesday 17th May at 10:30 am Street, Coolangatta Entry: $ 10 Details: Come along for a cup of tea or coffee, some tasty treats, as only CWA women can do, and great speakers. RSVP: Numbers are limited, so you must register for this event. Phone or text Cathy or Robyn to register or for further details. Cathy: 0490 121 166 Robyn: 0409 563 940 If you can’t make it, you can still help make a difference by donating to our fundraising page: https:// www.biggestmorningtea.com. au/s/36093/44890
THE COOLANGATTA BRANCH OF THE QCWA are carrying on the long-held tradition of caring for people in times of crisis and for those less fortunate within our community. We are currently recruiting new members to enable us to contribute even more for our community. We meet monthly in our hall, on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 9.30 am, at If you would like to come along and meet us, see what we’re about, or for more information, please call Barbara on 0401 474 670, or email: qcwacoolangattabranch@gmail.com.
EVANS HEAD
EVANS RIVER RSL DAY CLUB The Evans River RSL Day Club meets each Monday in the Remembrance Room at Club Evans RSL Evans Head from 10am until 2pm Cost $10 includes Morning Tea and Lunch. We have several vacancies for volunteers and members, anyone who is feeling in need of some company are welcome to attend. Come along and join in the fun. Contact Merilyn on 0401493316 for more details
GRAFTON
GRAFTON AND DISTRICT GARDEN CLUB On the 11th April we enjoyed an informative talk from Rosie on making Bee Hotels for solitary native bees as well as discussing caring for native bees that produce honey. It was great to actually taste native bee We also covered how to help plants cope with wet soil and wet pots. or pot plants in the Grafton Show on the 6th and 7th May: - Pots must be clean and have a saucer and be easy to carry -Trim off any old or damaged leaves that detract from the look of the plant - Clean leaves with water only, do not use oil or milk or anything else to add shine. - Flowers should not have wired stems In May we have some members busy setting up and looking after the Potted Plants and Cut Flowers Section in the Show Pavillion. We also have an outing to a member’s garden to support the Cancer Council’s Biggest Morning tea fundraiser on Thursday 19th May. If you are interested in coming along to any events please email us on graftondistrictgardenclub@gmail.com for more details or call Jane on 0438 593 032 Membership is just $10 for the year.
GRAFTON AND DISTRICT GARDEN CLUB We are busy getting organised for the Grafton Show. Let’s hope for no rain! The show is on Friday 6th and Saturday 7th May. The Potted Plants and Cut Flowers will be on display in the Main Pavillion. Remember, - Pots must be clean and have a saucer and be easy to carry -Trim off any old or damaged leaves that detract from the look of the plant - Clean leaves with water only, do not use oil or milk or anything else to add shine. - Flowers should not have wired stems. We also have an outing to a member’s garden to support the Cancer Council’s Biggest Morning tea fundraiser on Thursday 19th May. If you are interested in coming along to any events please email us on graftondistrictgardenclub@gmail.com for more details or call Jane on 0438 593 032 Membership is just $10 for the year.
GRAFTON U 3 A May Jabberfest meeting We are again meeting for our Jabberfest next Monday 9th May when will, at last , have the opportunity to meet and greet Guest speakers , who , unfortu-nately had their schedules thrown into disarray but now will be there to enlighten us on their subjects. Firstly we will hear from Police who will pro-vide much needed information on the growing number of SCAMS that are being tried on the members of the Public through all sections of the media, and we will be provided with a little booklet ‘ The Little Black Book of Scams ‘ that is a must read. The second speaker DEAN AGIC will enlighten us on the delectable subject of Chocolate Making. and will no doubt have a range of samples to tempt our pal-ates So, folks be there at the New Life Church in Arthur Street Monday 9th May commencing at 10. a.m.
THE LONG WAY HOME - 2022 WRITING COMPETITION IS NOW OPEN This year, the local Clarence Valley The Long Way Home competition is events on the Clarence Valley calendar. This year the theme is: Let go. After two years of COVID, and the we think ‘Let go’ is a good theme for right now. It could mean let go of an object, like a rope, a safety net, a balloon, a leash, the handlebars, an oar, a waterbomb or a plate full of cakes. It could also mean letting go of your fears, hopes, regrets, bad decisions or bad habits. It could mean letting go of the past. You can interpret the theme any way you like. ‘The Long Way Home’ is about our stories and who we are. It’s about what makes this place so special and unique,’ said the winner of last year’s open category, Kathryn Goldie. Everyone from schoolkids to adults is invited to send something in. The competition is open to new, emerging and established writers. This written something, or perhaps you have been writing for years. Let the theme inspire you, and start putting down some words! We asked Claire Aman, one of the Long Way Home directors, what she expected to read collecting stories from across every part of the Clarence Valley, I can say the local writers just get better and better! Have you read the winners from the latest book? They’re amazing,’ said Aman. ‘So, this year, I want to see how creative our local writers are with the theme. I expect to be surprised, shocked, moved – and to laugh lots.’ is published every year in a beautifully designed and printed book. ‘Stories From the Clarence Valley 2021 - Look Up’, is available online. It’s also for sale at Grafton Book Warehouse, South Grafton Books and Gifts, Coldstream Gallery, and The Nook in Yamba. Entries close 1 June 2022. Contact us cvshortstories@gmail.com Details on how to enter are at https:// thelongwayhomestories.com/
GRAFTON VIEW CLUB Grafton VIEW Club meets on the 4th Tuesday each month at Grafton District Services Club, Mary Street, commencing at 10.30am. Please come along, enjoy yourself with a tasty meal, a motivated guest speaker & ultimately disadvantaged children will be helped. Please phone Vorna at 66424719 for catering purposes no later than the Friday before the meeting. As well, a social outing is held each month. You are warmly invited to come along to the next meeting to have some fun & help disadvantaged children. See you there!
COOLANGATTA
EVANS HEAD
GRAFTON
GRAFTON SENIORS Grafton Seniors recently held April meeting, attendance 47, apologies 10. Guest speaker : Richie Williamson spoke on 2GF, & time on Council. Sick List : best wishes, Barbara Cassie. General business : members asked to turn off phones during meetings; new public address system purchased; members reminded of requirements if Trips : The Channon markets, Sun, 8 May, spare seats; mystery trip, 24 June, just on sale; 8 day QLD tour from 13 Aug. 2 spare seats. Competition results : E. Milen; D. Schuhmacher; A. Preac; P. Cooke; B. Ling; D. Monaghan; M. Sales; M. Cotton. Next meeting : Tues, 10 May, 10.30am, Racecourse. Speaker, Mayor, Ian Tiley. Enquiries : Sandra 6642 7720, or 0417 464 946.”
TOASTMASTERS CLUB your communication and leadership the Mighty Clarence Toastmasters Club. We meet on the 1st & 3rd or join us in person at the Joan Muir Community Centre: 194 Turf Street, Grafton. For more information please contact: Vice President on email Jan Coleman janetlcoleman@gmail.com or Facebook page:https://www.facebook. com/graftontoastmasters
KINGSCLIFFEKINGSCLIFF KINGSCLIFF Kingscliff Shopping Village on April 28-29. While the branch has had a close connection with The Tweed hospital will be located south of Tweed the new hospital opens. The branch welcomes the opportunity to talk to those who are retired, unemployed or simply looking for a There is a range of jobs that can be gift shop, fashion parades, jumble sales and luncheons. People with cars are operations to transport material to the The branch meetings are held monthly per year. There are some procedures the hospital. So the public in the Kingscliff area
KYOGLE
recent exhibition ‘Glimpses of Early Street, Kyogle Saturday 7th May, 2022 10.00am to 12.30pm tea RSVP 30th April, 2022 Phone: (02) 6632 3041 By email: khs.group1972@gmail.com
more details contact 0499824274.
month at Kyogle Showgrounds in the luncheon room at 7pm. For more
Meeting is held on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday each month at the Kyogle Moon on 66322233.
Kyogle Country Music is holding a musical day on Mothers Day 8th BOWLING CLUB will be fully donation at door appreciated to help
LENNOX HEAD New members welcome to join our close-knit club where the emphasis and Third Wednesday of each month at Club Lennox starting at 6.30pm. Members do what they can, when they can to facilitate the needs of our club.
Centre. with the meeting starting at 11:00am and includes an interesting speaker and concludes with a light lunch. An informal Coffee and Chat meeting is held on the third Monday of the month. The Club sponsors three students through The Smith Family Learning for Life scholarship program New members and guests are most warmly welcomed, and enquiries may EVENING VIEW CLUB Meets on the second Tuesday of each month upstairs at the Lennox 7.00pm. Guests are welcome. “VIEW members support the education of raising much needed funds for The Smith Family. Through fundraising communities, members raise money that goes directly to The Smith currently sponsors two Learning for Life students. Contact Sue Brennan 0409728814.
9.30am-12noon in the community
PROBUS CLUB Meets 9.30 for 10.00 at Club Lennox, of each month. Visitors are welcome, also retired or semi-retired people to hear interesting guest speakers and
LISMORE
LISMORE
Cancer Support Group “The next meeting of the Northern Support Group is to be held on Wednesday May 4th 7pm until 9pm at the EAST LISMORE BOWLING CLUB , 76 NIELSON STREET, LISMORE - This is a special meeting as the GUEST SPEAKER will be newly appointed SPECIALIST PROS-TATE CANCER NURSE for this area, with prostate cancer are urged to join with the group to ex-perience the personal cancer stories told which other - Partners or Carers are also most welcome to attend as family are treatment of those with this diagnosis Enquiries phone Bob Johnson (02)
GROUP: Support will meet on Friday, May There will be an opportunity to share and discuss symptom management and discuss successful strategies in a community, family and friends are most welcome to attend. “ Lismore Garden Club meeting Thursday 12th May 1pm Goonellabah Goonellabah. Speaker talk on Orchid growing. Show bench special Daisy Sat21st May. Info contact sec Dawn 0448 294 496 dcoles39@outlook.com
LIS AWARDS Tea this Friday, 22nd of April, at Goonellabah Workers Sports Club, commencing at 10am sharp. The for 2022 will be announced and a presentation made. All members of this for purchase. RSVP: Di Lymbury 0423 941 119
PROBUS CLUB PLEASE NOTE COMMENCING AT 10 AM PLEASE RING GLORIA FRANCIS INFORMATION.
PROBUS CLUB OF BALLINA WATERS This club is a mixed club and both men range of interesting social functions. the President Brian on 0432277170
LINE DANCING CLASSES interested phone Lorraine 0418 264 489.
Lismore Orchid Socy. now meets 3rd Wednesday each month, 2:00 - 4:00 pm at Richmond Tweed
2022! The Lismore Day Branch of the CWA meet at 9.30 for 10am on the 1st Thursday of each month at the history rich CWA rooms in Spinks TO JOIN US for the opportunity wonderful women, fun, and the chance to contribute to fundraising for worthwhile Community causes. PLEASE COME ALONG to see for yourself what a difference being a Member of CWA could mean to you and your life. For more information contact our President Alison Kelly on 0428216079. We also work alongside
the CWA Evening Branch to run craft & learning craft days on TUESDAYS - we so look forward to meeting you.
LISMORE EMBROIDERERS GROUP Embroiderers Group. Meetings are 9.30am-2.30pm 1st and 3rd Wednesdays and 2nd Saturday of each month, at Crawford House, 10 Wardell Road, Alstonville. This is our new venue where we welcome embroiderers of all ability levels to meet, share and learn. For more information see our facebook page ‘Lismore Group – Embroiderers’ Guild NSW’, or simply turn up.
LISMORE CITY BOWLS CLUB With Covid 19 now coming to conclusion and the club’s new season beginning, Members are reminded that our fees this year are $45pa. Social $11pa. We ask anyone interested in playing or learning to play to come along and join us. For details see our website under Lismore City Bowls Club or phone: 66215991. (CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE)
LISMORE CITY CONCERT BAND Rehearsals are held during school terms on Mondays, 6.15-7.45pm at Southern Cross University. If you can play a concert band instrument: brass, woodwind, or percussion, please come and join us! All ages welcome. We have some instruments available for loan. For more information, tel: 0432 575 911/ visit: www. lismorecityconcertband.org.au, and our facebook and instagram pages.
MAINLY MUSIC Fun, interactive, music sessions for young children [birth to school age] and their parents/caregivers in a relaxed setting on Tuesdays starting at 9:30 am during School Terms. Children will be introduced to music, creativity and more. They will develop gross motor skills, as well as, socialise with others in a loving, shared family environment. Morning tea with snacks included. mainly music at Lismore Anglican Parish Centre, 10 Zadoc Street, LISMORE. T: 02 6621 3200
PROBUS CLUB OF LISMORE HEIGHTS Our mixed group meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at the Lismore Heights Bowling Club in High St. Our brief meeting is followed by morning tea and a guest speaker. Senior’s lunch for $15 at noon is optional. Guests and visitors are welcome. Ring/text Pam on 0418766247 for details of our other monthly social gatherings and outings.
SPRUNG Sprung!! is a registered charity organisation that offers Dance, Theatre & Movement workshops and training to people with disabilities. We are currently looking for volunteers to assist our organisation in a number of ways including supporting our Tutors and Disability Support Workers; transcribing; catering; professional skills; technical support and backstage support. Our workshops and performances run in Lismore, Mullumbimby, Tintenbar and Lennox Head expanding to Ballina and the Tweed. Any interested volunteers can reach us here and for general information please contact us on info@sprung.org.au
LISMORE SENIOR CITIZENS Meet at the Goonellabah Community Centre every second Thursday starting at 9am where we have morning tea followed by games bingo how etc we play cards Monday and Friday and play bowls Tuesdays and craft every second Tuesday afternoons come and join our friendly group you will be very welcome
THE ROTARY CLUB OF SUMMERLAND SUNRISE We meet every Friday at 7.05am for a Breakfast meeting at Coffee Shots, Molesworth St, Lismore. Interested in contributing to community? Local and international? Join us at Coffee Shots please. Phone 0435990919 for more details. (CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE)
LISMORE TARGET RIFLE CLUB nights from 6.30 pm & the 1st & 3rd Sat of each month from 1.00 PM. Air will also be available at the Saturday shoots. For more information, please phone Derek on 66282082 (AH).
NR U3A LISMORE INC. (UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE) Retired? Make new friends, gain knowledge, laugh and learn, enjoy a richer retirement. U3A offers over 30 classes and activities each week. One yearly fee of $50 entitles you to attend all classes/activities of your choice. Interested? Check out our webpage http://www.u3anriv.org.au for course list, times and venues or contact 66227408 Follow us on Facebook.
LISMORE BASE HOSPITAL AUXILIARY Lismore Base Hospital Auxiliary are having our’ MADE FROM THE HEART’ Craft Market on Saturday 30th April 10am -3pm Sunday 1st May 10am - 2pm. At Goonellabah Workers Sports Club Goonellabah 202 Oliver Avenue Goonellabah We have a RAFFLE 1st prize $500.00, 2nd prize $100.00 Drawn on Sunday May 1st. Local Artisans and the Auxiliary have a large variety of their wares available. (not all stalls will have EFTPOS facilities available) Hope to see you there All money raised goes towards buying equipment for Lismore Base Hospital Dr;s ,Staff and Patients.
TABLE TENNIS AT GOONELLABAH Tuesday and Thursday mornings social playing: 9.00am-12noon; Monday and Wednesday nights social playing: 7.009.00pm; Training Monday mornings: 9.00am-12noon; Junior coaching after school Wednesday 3.30pm-4.45pm, $6.00 a session. Everybody is welcome – all levels. Phone centre on 66251602. Mon-Thurs 9.00am-1.00pm or visit website www.fnctabletennis.com.au
LISMORE GIRL GUIDES Lismore Girl Guides meet every Tuesday during school terms from 5.30 to 7.30pm at our hall, Magellan Street Lismore. Any girl aged from 7 to 17 is most welcome to attend for two nights free, but please make 18 and over interested in becoming a volunteer with youth, are encouraged to contact Leonie on mobile number 0412866766, for further details. (CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO FLOODING)
SUMMERLAND AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Meetings of the club are normally held on the second Sunday of each month at the clubrooms: 412 Richmond Hill Road, Richmond Hill at 1.00pm. Visitors are welcome. The clubrooms are usually open on Sunday afternoons from about 1pm onwards. We are primarily amateur radio enthusiasts and welcome persons interested in radio, electronics, astronomy and similar subjects. For more details about the club and its activities see the club’s website: https://sarc.org.au/
ROTARY CLUB OF LISMORE NETWORKING Want to be part of an innovative, interesting and inclusive networking group who meet fortnightly to share ideas, meet other professionals and work together to make a difference in your community? Then Rotary Club of Lismore Networking could be the answer for you! Meets fortnightly on Wednesdays at the Rous Hotel, Keen Street, Lismore at 5.30pm. For more information contact Rita on 0413300578 or Gae 0412742095. (CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE)
ROTARY CLUBOF LISMORE WEST INC Is in its 60th year and meets at the East Lismore Bowling Club each Thursday at 6.00pm. New members would be made most welcome. Further information available on 0428151934.
RED CROSS LISMORE BRANCH Meets the 3rd Monday of the month at 2.00pm in the Red Cross Tea Rooms in Keen Street Lismore. As well as fundraising we are also an active social group and welcome new members. New volunteers are also required to assist in our popular Tea Rooms. If you can commit to 1 or more days a month, please contact Lynn 66217642 or Rhonda 66241950. (CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE)
MACLEAN
MACLEAN VIEW CLUB Monthly meetings again, after months of lock down. It will start as usual 3rd Thursdays of each month at 11am. Contact Ruth Toyer on 0409844212 by Mondays, no later than 7pm. Numbers are required for catering purposes
MULLUMBIMBY Mullumbimby Branch of CWA (Country Women’s Association) will meet Wednesday 11th May 2022 in the CWA Rooms, Cnr Gordon and Tincogan Streets Mullumbimby. Members are cele-brating the Centenary of CWA of NSW in May. Ladies interested in CWA are welcome to attend. Members are asked to arrive at 9:50 AM for a 10:00 AM start - please bring light refreshments for lunch. For further enquires phone Jen: 6684 7282.
MURWILLUMBAH
MURWILLUMBAH COMMUNITY GARDEN Members and visitors are invited to join the group for activities and gardening tips most Sundays. Time 3-5pm (NSW time, street parking, BYO, covered footwear, comfy clothing, hat and water. Children ok with strict supervision. Covid plan operating. Enquires: phone Bob Johnson (02) 6622 5792
COMMUNITY PRINTMAKERS MURWILLUMBAH Fine art printmakers. Meet at studio space 224 Stokers Rd, Stokers Siding. Prints, gallery, workshops and more! E: cpmmurwillumbah@hotmail. com - T: Peter 0498399640 or Sue 0408493253. Find us on Facebook & Instagram.
POTTSVILLE
POTTSVILLE LADIES LIFEBALL Every Thursday morning 9.30am to 11.30am. Pottsville Community Hall, $5 per session includes morning tea. No joining fees. For enquiries please call Jan 0431909760.
POTTSVILLE FUN CROQUET CLUB Meets at Black Rocks Sports Fields on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8.30am. New members are welcome to come and join us for a hit and a bit of fun. For any further enquires please call Jean on 0431606375. We will have a new starting time at the end of daylight saving. We play at Black Rocks Sports Field. New members are welcome. For further enquires please ring Jean on 0431606375.
HASTINGS POINT
PROBUS CLUB OF HASTINGS POINT The Probus Club of Hastings Point Tweed Coast meets at 10am on 3rd Tuesday each month, in the residents’ lounge at Hastings Point Tricare. Retirees and seniors are welcome to join this happy social group. Phone the Probus president 0409872773 for additional information.’
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Announcement Club Banora Garden Club - Next meeting 3rd May 2022 Do you love the garden, plants, veggies, want to meet new like-minded friends or just get out for a while meeting new people, then come along to our next friendly Garden Club meeting. Club Banora Garden Club will hold its next meeting on Tuesday 3rd May 2022. The club meets monthly on the November when it meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month. Guest Speaker monthly when available - Hopefully Horticulturist from Bunnings in May Doors open 9.30 am, Meeting at 10 am. Venue: Club Banora - Twin Towns Services Club, Leisure Drive, Banora Point, NSW. Entry Fee: $5.00 includes morning tea/ coffee and refreshment. Available: door, social morning teas, bus trips, guest speakers. Trading table of your favourite plants for sale by arrangement with Maria. Prizes available for Benching - bring along your favourite plants or blossom, Floral Art and share with other members. 5 Sections of entry: Cut Flowers, chance to win the benching prize. See Diary for more information. Judging by members popular vote. NEW MEMBERS WELCOME - The Club Banora Garden Club is an Internal Section of Twin Town Services Club (TTSC). Annual subscription is $20.00 which covers the cost of a name badge, insurance, diary completing a membership form for the club when you arrive includes access to three clubs. Looking forward to seeing you there. On behalf of the President Maria Harry. All Enquiries contact Maria Harry, President 07 5524 8234 or Greg Morrison, 07 5524 5743
TWIN TOWNS DAY VIEW CLUB VIEW Clubs call on volunteers to reconnect with community after a challenging year TWIN TOWNS DAY VIEW Club is calling on members of the community to consider volunteering for children’s education charity, The Smith Family, as part of National Volunteer Week (16-22 May). VIEW (Voice, Interests and Education of Women) is a leading women’s organisation with close to 300 clubs across Australia, all dedicated to supporting children in need with their education through The Smith Family. Members do this through community fundraising, spreading aware-ness, and volunteering. One of the key themes for National Volunteer Week this year is about bringing people together through volunteering, which TWIN TOWNS DAY Club President Kathie said is more important than ever before. “Last year, COVID meant we couldn’t have that hands-on connection with the community, which was really hard for a lot of people. “Volunteering is a great way to get back out there, make friends, and feel like you’re really making a difference to the lives of young people and their families,” she said. Members of TWIN TOWNS DAY VIEW Club volunteer for The Smith Family by paying for school fees for seven Learning for Life children especially selected for our club by The Smith Family President Kathie said “There are many opportunities for people to help out”. “We are always looking for women to join us in supporting The Smith Family and we’d en-courage anyone interested to get in touch and come along to our next meeting to learn more about VIEW.” The Smith Family’s CEO, Doug Taylor, said that volunteers have played a vital role in deliver-ing muchneeded support for its work during a particularly disruptive period. “It’s been a tumultuous year with the impacts of COVID-19 and most recently, the devastat-ing weather conditions across Queensland and New South Wales affecting so many Australi-ans,” Taylor said. “We are very grateful to all VIEW members for continuing to donate their time and energy throughout these times. “And while volunteering provides a fantastic opportunity to give back, it’s also about building a community and support network that makes such a positive differ-ence to everyone involved,” he added. about TWIN TOWNS DAY VIEW Club contact [Presi-dent Kathie on 0407709629 or visit www.view.org. au.
TWIN TOWNS AND DISTRICT GARDEN CLUB Twin Towns & District Garden Club next meeting 9th May 2022 note meeting starts 9.30amTwin Towns and District Garden Club meets every second Monday of the month except for December when its awards and party time. (This date may change) Venue: Tweed Heads Civic Centre Auditorium next to Library, Brett Street, Tweed Heads. presidents award, Trading tables, cuttings table, Benching of plants and Social Morning teas and best of all friendship. Come along, bring a mug to share a coffee or tea with likeminded gardeners. Guest Speaker monthly: May - Kim Martin “Bio Organic Solutions 9/5/2022 June - Kay Bolten “Replanting Fingal Head with Original Plants”13 /6/2022 See you there Gwen 0468 872199, (leave a message please)
YAMBA
YAMBA DAY VIEW CLUB Yamba Day View Club’s monthly luncheons are held at Yamba Bowling Club on 3rd Monday of month, starting 10am for 10.30am. Acceptance and apologies to President Lyn 66463164 by Friday prior to luncheon for catering purposes. We hold a monthly social outing either for lunch or morning tea and visitors are always welcome.
YAMBA LIONS CLUB Yamba Lions Club’s meetings are held 2nd & 4th Thursdays of month at Yamba Bowling Club, commencing at 7pm for 7.30pm. For further information, please contact the Secretary Peter 0417546097. Social outings also held at various time and visitors and new members welcome.
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NORTHERN RIVERS DAY PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Men previously and newly diagnosed with prostate cancer are urged to join with the group to experience the personal cancer stories told which give a great opportunity for all to other -Partners or Carers are also most welcome to attend as family are very much involved in the process and treatment of those with this diagnosis Enquiries phone Bob Corney 0400 747 630
NRCF WOMEN’S GIVING CIRCLE The Northern Rivers Community Foundation (NRFC) is inviting Northern Rivers women to play an active role in empowering vulnerable women and girls in our region. The newly formed NRFC’s Women’s Giving Circle brings Northern Rivers women together to achieve equality and human rights for women and girls in our region, and enable them to realise their full potential. Visit the Women’s Giving Circle nrcf.org.au/ womens-giving-circle/ on the NRFC website for more information and to join the Women’s Giving Circle. murbahcommunitygardens@gmail. com - follow us on Facebook #MurwillumbahCommunity Garden
