We had a most entertaining lunch meeting last Wednesday when the Captain of the Mittagong Fire + Rescue Unit, Gerry Conway, regaled us with anecdotes about his 15 years in that service. Not only did he cover a wide range of topics, but he also did it in a most entertaining fashion. I was sorry to have to cut him off after 40 minutes as I am sure he could have continued on in the same vein for a lot longer! We hope to catch up with him again in the not too distant future as Melissa and I would like to arrange a vocational visit to his Fire Station before the end of the year.
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On another note, it was good to receive a couple of committee reports this week with promises of upcoming meetings of a number of other committees soon. This will be very helpful for the Board to enable them to plan and prepare a budget for the year ahead. I understand that the first fundraising event of the year last week was well attended and most enjoyable, as well as providing funds for the Wingecarribee Vocal Muster program and Rotary Youth activities. Well done Lyndall and Melissa. Keep up the good work.
I received advice this week from the Wingecarribee Shire Council that they are about to appoint an external consultant to assist with the preparation of a Master Plan for the Berrima Marketplace Park. I understand they will place a high priority on the proposed all-abilities playground upgrade in this planning process which will enable us to get our teeth into something concrete there soon. We are also expecting an announcement this month from the NSW Government on the success or otherwise of our joint application for a grant under the Stronger Country Communities scheme.
Other than that, don’t forget we have the 4-Way Test Speaking Competition this week and I understand we have nominations from most of the local high schools for this event. If last year’s competition is any indication, it should be a most entertaining lunch session. Come along and support your local students in their endeavours.