Long time Finley Bowling Club member Nan Smith was delighted to be appointed a Life Member of the club with a presentation taking place last Sunday morning.
Nan joined the club in 1984 and has given 38 years of dedication.
A tireless worker, she is always available to help in anyway, including catering, driving the courtesy car (her own), selling raffle tickets and organising functions.
As a bowler, Nan represents the club regularly at all levels.
She has been bowls secretary for the past five years and organises players to support nearby tournaments thus receiving reciprocal return visits to local events.
Never one to sit back, during COVID-19 lockdown Nan threw herself into the internal painting and, together with proud husband Dennis, painted the garden furniture.
However, the most important and rewarding role Nan has played in the Finley Bowing Club is that of board member for about 12 years.
This quiet, lovely lady will be remembered for her service by many generations of bowlers to come.
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Unfortunately, many residents of Finley were not aware of the public consultation which took place at the Finley RS Club last week.
The meeting was called by Murrumbidgee Health Service to discuss and receive suggestions from the public as to how best use the $25 million allocated for the refreshed clinical plan at Finley Hospital.
The evening was chaired by LHAC member Sid Dudley, who was assisted by the consultant Alison Tidbury.
Sid was extremely impressed by the constructive suggestions and ideas put forward by those who were in attendance, and would like to thank all who have contributed in any way.
He went on to inform that, because this is just the first step of many, it could be at least three years before any significant outcome will be evident.
However, on completion, the facility will be of substantial benefit to the surrounding towns of Tocumwal, Berrigan and Jerilderie.
Some of the proposals put forward at the meeting were the provision of pre-operative and post-operative rehabilitation, mental health and diagnostic equipment.
Another issue to be faced with the expansion, as put forward by Dr Mohan, is the supply of staff and accommodation for visiting specialists.
On the lighter side, he also mentioned that he would love a helipad outside his door!
Sid assured those present that the public would be kept informed throughout the whole process.
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The organisers of CanAssist Finley Branch were thrilled with the result of the street stall held last Friday, with the total amount raised being $1129.
Monica Frost won the blue rug handmade and kindly donated by local Fay Williams.
Second prize was won by Betty Maslen, who received the multi coloured rug also kindly made and donated by Lucy Sweeney.
The executive of CanAssist Finley Branch would like to acknowledge the community, volunteers and members for their time and generosity.
All money raised stays locally to support members of the local community and district undergoing cancer treatment.
The group continues to raise money to make a difference to the lives of the clients and support them during treatment.
New members are most welcome to join this committed team, with meetings taking place on the second Tuesday of each month at the Finley Bowling Club from 6pm. Anyone interested in becoming involved is invited to go along or donate in any way.
Further information can be obtained by contacting president Pat Radford on 0473 676 361.
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Finley Regional Care Auxiliary members would like to thank all those who assisted in any way and the local community for the support given to the street stall held last Wednesday.
Lloyd Good was fortunate to win the lovely patch work quilt, and Dorothy Wright won the handcrafted carry bag. Both prizes were donated by very talented ladies with great imaginative skills.
With Mother’s Day being held on Sunday, the members of the auxiliary presented all lady residents in care with a gift for this very special day.
New members are always welcome, with the next meeting being held on Monday, May 16 at 2pm at Finley Regional Care.
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The Finley RSL Sub-branch would like to thank everyone for the wonderful support given to the special Mothers’ Day raffle held recently.
Nola Wood was the lucky winner – a great gift for a great lady!
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It is indeed a pleasure to see the members of Finley Lions Club once again at their post selling tickets for the trailer load of wood on Saturday mornings.
Garry Maher was the lucky winner of last week’s load.
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There was lots of laughter and enjoyment in the Finley Presbyterian Church Hall last Thursday night at the Christian Women Communication International coffee evening.
Guest speaker for the night was Helen Harper who spoke of her experience when travelling in the Australian outback.
These trips connecting with women in isolated areas are called safaris and have been operating for more than 50 years, bringing the importance of Christian values and connection to outback Australia.
In the spirit of the evening, members of the Finley branch of CWCI decided to put on their own Finley safari fashion parade.
Joyce Thomas, Gwynne Hanmer, Wendy Taylor, Sue Monamy and Chris Owen gave a great performance of how they would contribute to such an event.
Helen went on to Deniliquin for morning tea on Friday morning to give her talk and display photos of her journey.
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Dust off your blue suede shoes! Finley Regional Care Auxiliary members are going to shake, rattle and roll their way to the Elvis Exhibition on Tuesday, June 7.
Cost is $100 per person. This includes transport to and from Bendigo, morning tea, lunch and ticket into the exhibition.
This promises to be a wonderful day so, to avoid disappointment, please book asap.
Heather Thomas can be contacted for booking and payment on 0400 969 999. All other inquires to Bern Agosta on 04017 897 462.
Also pencil November 6 in your diary, as this is the date for the annual Finley Springtime Gardens event.
It will be the same format as last year’s open garden. More information to follow as the day grows nearer.