This year’s Easter Fair on Saturday morning will be jam-packed with activities for all ages.
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The program will kick off at 9am with an Easter egg hunt, followed by an egg and spoon race and sack races.
The youngsters will then turn their hands to decorating their bikes for their next and last competition.
The competitions will continue with the adults displaying their skills in the tug-o-war
Market stalls offering a range of goods including plants, will operate during the day while food and refreshments will also be available.
This year’s fair will also extend to the War Memorial Hall where patrons will be treated to a delicious morning tea prepared by members of the United Hospital Auxiliary.
The fundraising activity will get underway at 9.30am.
The Soldiers’ Memorial Gardens on the corner of Lawrence and Livingstone Streets will be the venue for the annual fair
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If you are looking for more fun and games on Sunday look no further than Picnic Point.
Hundreds of little yellow ducks will be lining up for their annual paddle race on the Murray River.
The ducks can be purchased around town from football netball club members, at the Easter Fair or at Picnic Point.
Several hundred dollars can be won in the event.
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If there are any St Kilda fans out there you will have a chance to see one of your own in the flesh this weekend.
Stephen Milne has decided to pull on a Timbercutters’ jumper and have a run with the local boys.
The clash with Picola United will be played here at home.
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Congratulations are extended to Bunnaloo fire officer Gerard James.
Gerard recently graduated on Op03.
Family and friends are proud of his efforts.
They are now looking forward to having him back in the office in his second in command and district co-ordinator’s role at Mid-Murray Zone
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It’s hard to believe but it is now almost nine years since Ian Grey from Bunnaloo East went missing.
Ian hopped into his utility one morning and drove away from his home.
According to police there have been very few reported sightings of him since.
Anyone with information is urged to call CrimeStoppers on 1800 333 000.
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If you are looking for some fish for tomorrow’s Good Friday meals look no further than The Point.
I hear the fish are on the bite and are a good size for your plates.
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Last Friday’s Ride and Scoot to School Day saw a large number of students involved in the activities.
While the younger children undertook activities under the COLA in the school grounds the seniors took a journey throughout the town, and if their actions were any indication, they are safe on the roads.
A group was seen travelling up Lawrence St towards the railway line before giving clear signals of their intention of turning right into Livingstone St.
Well done to all involved.
Mathoura Diary columnist.