And there’s more still to come, with some capsule contents yet to be collected.
Rotarians and envelope recipients have reported that those who have collected items from the capsule have shared sad moments as those no longer with us are remembered, while some have laughed at the humorous inclusions from 25 years ago.
A common item included in many envelopes was the ‘Deniliquin 2000 and beyond’ booklet produced by the Pastoral Times, which featured local businesses and organisations.
It has been interesting to read about those no longer operating, others which have changed ownership and those which continue to serve the local community.
Rotarian Di Hand said while many of the envelopes have been claimed, some are still outstanding.
She is actively reaching out to the community for the remaining envelopes to be collected.
“We are slowly finding homes for the remaining envelopes; we’re now down to about 180,” she said.
“People can email us at rotarydeniliquin@gmail.com or post a message on our Rotary Facebook page if they think that maybe there was something in the capsule for them from a family member.
“I have found that I have been able to make contact with people through posting names on the Deniliquin Notice Board Facebook page; it’s been very successful.”
Fellow Rotarian David McPherson said there were about 900 envelopes in the time capsule.
Rotary hopes to get a similar or better response for the 2050 time capsule, which will be buried later this year.
“New envelopes for the 2050 capsule can be purchased from My Shop in Napier St, 2QN or the Pastoral Times office,” Mr McPherson said.
Envelopes cost from $10 to $100, depending on size.
Rotarians say items which could be included in your envelope include letters to children or other loved ones, photographs, reports and any other documentation that reflects life in 2025.
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