Finley Chamber of Commerce President Rick Shaw did a test run of the ice rink prior to opening.
There was a great response to the opening of the ice skating rink at the Finley Showgrounds last Saturday.
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A large crowd was eagerly awaiting the official opening at 10am with visitors coming from the surrounding area.
Originally the initiative of local Jane Harris, the Chamber of Commerce worked in conjunction with the Berrigan Shire Council to bring this unique activity to Finley during the school holidays.
Funding was obtained through the NSW State Government’s Reconnecting Regional NSW – Community Events Program.
The organisers considered options and decided on ice skating as it has been successful in other areas and would be something completely different to other activities in the Shire.
The venue at the showgrounds will be open daily until January 22, between the hours of 10am and 8pm with the last session booking at 7pm.
Isaiah Williams was steadied by dad Tyson at the ice skating rink.
Employees of the construction company Stars On Ice worked diligently at the pavilion in the lead up to the official opening and produced a magical atmosphere that had some of the younger members of the community mesmerised.
Skaters of all ages found the experience one to remember and it was a pleasure to see mums and dads assisting the youngsters who used the penguins for support on the ice.
Of course, the coffee van at the front door proved very popular with the parents and carers supervising activities.
Finley High School students are assisting in the administration as a fundraising activity.
Amos Inman, Jack, George, Gabbie and Rose Wiles together with Freya Inman shoe up prior to taking to the ice rink on Saturday.
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Family and friends gathered at the home of Bill Rowlands at lunch time last Saturday to help him celebrate his 80th birthday.
The gathering was originally organized by Bill’s daughter Kathie, assisted by her brothers Graham, Wayne and Jamie.
However, she was unable to attend at the last minute due to COVID-19 infection.
Graham travelled from Hong Kong, Wayne from Melbourne and Jamie from Cobram.
Bill was also joined by some of his companions from Finley Menshed.
He and his late wife Lyn have been involved in several local organisations for many years resulting in lots of best wishes from a grateful community.
Bill Rowlands celebrates his 80th birthday with sons Jamie, Graham and Wayne.
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