Onya Collie
It came as no surprise to me to learn that Collie was the most generous town in last weekend's Telethon appeal, in spite of a year of setbacks and economic gloom.
Collie people are without parallel when it comes to generosity of spirit and compassion for those genuinely in need. The town is proving to be outstanding in many different ways this year.
A State finalist in the Tidy Towns overall title and two individual categories, it is a State finalist in the Seniors awards for the Local Government sector, a National finalist in the Disability awards, and Collie Community Radio is a National finalist for Outstanding Achievement by a small station, and Outstanding Contribution by a volunteer.
Collie was also a semi-finalist in two categories for the Regional Achievement awards.
No doubt there are some other achievements floating around – if I have missed them, let me know.
Collie races
Let's hope the weather man is kind to the Collie Race Club, with their annual cup day on Saturday.
There will be six races on the programme, with bookmakers, TAB, bar and canteen for the serious punters.
Entertainment will continue after the last race, and buses will be available to carry people back to the CBD.
Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for pensioners, and free for children under 15. Venue Change The Leschenault Catchment Council Community Presentation Evening will now be held at the Collie Shire Library. For more information phone 9726 4143
Think pink
October is Breast Cancer awareness month, and a couple of local ladies have organised a Think Pink breakfast at the Colliefields on Saturday, October 29, to raise funds for cancer support.
Tickets are $40, from Lisa 0408 375 752, or Tamsin 0447 018 847.
Free golf clinic
Ladies interested in playing golf, but who would like a bit of coaching before they attempt full membership, can get that help free on Monday, November 7 and 14, from 1.30pm, at the Collie Golf Club.
Professional Shani Waugh will be at the club to conduct free clinics on the two days.
All equipment will be supplied.
If you are interested, please ring Bev Moyses on 0410 062 228 for more information.
Gardeners
Going around the town with the garden competition judges is always interesting, seeing the different plants which people are growing successfully.
In spite of, or in some cases because of, its cold winters, Collie produces some magnificent gardens.
They don't disappoint, with every one of those in the competition having something special about it.
What does disappoint is that the judges also see many fine gardens which have not been entered in the competition.
The awards will be presented on Friday, October 28 at 7pm at the Collie library.
Railway station
The Collie Railway Station group starts its summer menu today at the Old Railway Station in Throssell Street.
Its special is the Good Shed plate of two meats and salads, cake, and tea or coffee, for $10.50 per person.
The Time Table menu is available from Tuesday to Friday each week, with daily specials.
On Sundays, there is a breakfast special from 8.30am to 11.30am.
The group is still looking for volunteers to help out, Tuesdays to Fridays from 9.30am to 3pm.
If you are interested,contact Jeanette 0412 562 694.
Seniors luncheon
Each year, the council presents a special lunch for senior citizens during Seniors' Week.
It is a way of acknowledging and thanking our seniors for the contribution they have made to the town and the community.
This year, the event will be held on Thursday, November 10 at the Margaretta Wilson Centre.
Doors open at 12 noon for a 12.30pm two course lunch and afternoon tea.
There will be entertainment, but the main attraction is being able to catch up with many people you may not have seen out and about for a while.
Pet licences
Licence your dog or cat before October 31.
Licences are available at the Council office.
Discounts apply for pensioners licensing their pets.
Send it in
News from not for profit groups and organisations is welcome in this column.
Contact me at nrg@highway1.com.au before 5pm Monday.
