The pond was a tribute to the four former local doctors; Dr Ercole, Dr Quilter, Dr Fenwick and Dr Brown and the two local Chemists, Thomas Sinclair and Norman Edwards.

At the official opening Dr Brown was accompanied by two of his children.

Chairman of the Hospital Board Ken Hunter who was in his 16th term at the time, Maud McClelland, (Secretary) and Joan Nealon of the Hospital Auxiliary were also present on the memorable day. 

On July 28 Joy and Julie Wood together with staff from across Western NSW Local Health Service travelled to Dubbo for an awards presentation.

Joy and Julie were both presented with a certificate indicating their 40 years service at the Grenfell District Hospital/MPS.

Chief Executive Officer Scott McLachlan of Western NSW Local Health Services presented the certificates and the girls each received an engraved wooden pen in a beautiful wooden case.

The twins’ sister Dale Scott travelled to Dubbo for the presentations.

Although the certificate was for 40 years of service, Joy commenced her employment at the hospital in January 1971 and Julie commenced the same year in March.

At this time their mother Charlotte Wood was the cook at hospital.

Congratulations girls on this great achievement.

A big thank you to Craig Johnson and Kate Eppelstun whose great idea reached fruition on Thursday August 14 2014 on the anniversary of Amy Brown’s death on August 14 1990 aged 87 years.

Through FaceBook Craig and Kate opened a bank account to raise funds to have a headstone erected over Amy’s grave.

The response was outstanding and with the wonderful assistance of Don and Karen Blue from Penrose Funerals, Amy’s colourful headstone was unveiled.

Craig welcomed all to the unveiling and said it was wonderful to see so many locals in attendance, he thanked Don and Karen for their contribution to their project before handing over a cheque for the work completed.

Kate thanked everyone who came and to those who told some wonderful stories before unveiling “Amy’s Colourful Resting Place”.

Grenfell is once again gearing up for the 2014 Emirates Melbourne Cup Tour on Wednesday September 10.

The Cup, together with the touring party will visit all schools in Grenfell, travel to the Weddin Mountains where Caragabal and Quandialla Schools will be in attendance and visit the Grenfell MPS.

A tour of the Main Street in a horse drawn carriage will also take place and dinner has been arranged for the evening at Fettlers Restaurant at the Railway Hotel where everyone is invited to attend.

Auburn Carr, Weddin Shire Economic Development and Tourist Officer will have a full report in the Grenfell Record as soon as all details are finalised.

Geoff and Julie Grattan enjoyed success at the Forbes Camera Club display last weekend

Julie was awarded first place in, Amateur Scapes for her photo taken on the Quondong Road at Grenfell. Julie also received three highly commended awards.

Geoff was awarded first place in Amateur Faces for his photo of the bushranger taken at the Eugowra Gold heist re-enactment a couple of years ago.

The Henry Lawson Loaded Race Meeting is set down for September 20 at the Stein Frazer Racecourse on Holy Camp Road.

Now is the time to start organising you day, booking tent sites and getting a group together for the annual event.

This is a great family day, with Fashions on the Field, Jumping Castle for the younger ones, a bar and canteen and the Grenfell Town Band will be in attendance.

We often hear people say “I’m bored”. Who could be bored in such a busy place as this? Today August 22 and Saturday August 23 the Grenfell Kart Club have a Vintage Kart Exhibition, a Revival Gathering and a Back to Basics Weekend at the Bogolong Circuit, tomorrow the Grenfell Music Club Concert featuring the Wong Family will be held at the Uniting Church Hall at 2pm and next weekend August 29/30 the annual Grenfell Show will take place and the Grenfell Pop Up Markets are scheduled for Sunday August 31.

 These events are in addition to local sport/ sports presentations and private events.

September also see a very busy time with Caragabal Sheep Races, the Anglican Fete and the Quandialla Book Launch  - “The First 100 Years”  all on September 13.