The Vidler family - at the site of the former Vidler Motors - gathered back in Tocumwal for Graeme's 80th birthday. Photos by Amy Batten.
The Tocumwal Community Development Committee and Tocumwal Foreshore Committee are proud to bring Carols by the Foreshore to Tocumwal - a fun event for the whole family - this Sunday.
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The team suggest arriving at 5pm for a 6pm start.
With the incredible host and MC Anthony Tenance, professional lighting audio and performances by local schools and groups, it is sure to be a great night for everyone.
They will be joined by Paul Vitullo and Jade Cameron, and there will even be a visit very special guest in a red suit.
Pack a picnic or support local businesses and order something to take away, bring your picnic rug and seats and don’t forget your mozzie spray!
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Ho Ho Ho! Tocumwal NSW Fire + Rescue has been in touch with Santa, who will be coming to Tocumwal again on a fire truck on Friday, December 22.
Santa will commence his cruise with the fire truck sirens sounding through the streets at from 3.30pm.
He will visit the boys and girls of Tocumwal, handing out delicious treats.
Thank you to the Ian Desailly and his crew at Tocumwal FRNSW for bringing Santa and joy to the children of Tocumwal.
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Thomas The Tank Engine and Friends is coming to the Tocumwal Railway Heritage Museum this summer.
Every Saturday from December 23 to the end of the school holidays, a Thomas setup will be provided in the historic Tocumwal Railway Station.
Aside from the history on display at the museum, the committee have also prepared this activity station which is set up with colouring pages and activity sheets, and classic Thomas and Friends episodes will be playing.
There is plenty to keep the kids occupied while adults wander through the museum.
The Tocumwal Railway Heritage Museum is open on Saturdays from 10am to 3pm.
Entry fees for adults are $5, and children are free.
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Birthday boy Graeme Vidler. Photos by Amy Batten.
Former Tocumwal resident and master mechanic Graeme Vidler recently returned to his hometown, where he was surprised with a surprise 80th birthday celebration.
The party was held at the Terminus Hotel on November 25, and attended by “all his favourite people”.
Graeme and his wife Maxine travelled from Drouin for the visit, with their eldest daughter Karen and her partner Bruce.
They met with their other two children, Dennis and Julie and their families, who came from Sydney to join in on the celebrations.
Graeme felt incredibly lucky and loved to be surprised by his brother Andrew Vidler, from Strathmerton, and sister Gail Gibbs, from Griffith, who also made the hike to Tocumwal with their families.
The Vidlers were joined by cousins and friends from around the Tocumwal area and many other loved ones who travelled from near and far to help celebrate the former Tocumwal native.
Taking a trip down memory lane, Graeme was reunited with previous employees of Vidler Motors, along with old work mates from the Toc Golf Club, where he kick started his gradual decent into retirement working on mowers to help keep the golf greens in good nick.
Overall, the day was enjoyed by all 70 attendees, who occupied the beer garden area of the Terminus Hotel with finger food and pizza, with many a drink in toast to a very special man.
Thank you to Lorraine Miles who helped with the organising, Amy Batten from Berrigan for the family photo shoot, and the new owners of what was Vidler Motors - soon to be Tocumwal Brewing Co - for allowing the family access to the site for the photos.
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Congratulations to the newly elected Tocumwal Public School 2024 captains that were elected at the school presentation evening last week.
The captains are Oliver East and Lola O’Connell, with vice captains Archie Matters and Lily Thorburn.
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If you have something of interest for inclusion in the ‘Tocumwal Tells’ column, or are celebrating a special event, please send an email to leonie.smith1725@gmail.com or call on 0432 261 296.
