Emily, who is currently deployed in the Middle East with the Australian Defence Force, was sent a quilt from an organisation called 'Army Hero Quilts', whose members make the quilts

for soldiers deployed overseas. This particular quilt pictured was made by a lady in Tasmania. It is a lovely gesture to make life a little bit more comfortable for our soldiers serving overseas.

Emily regularly attends her children's school to talk to the students about the significance of Anzac Day.

CORAL’S OBE:  Coral Mitton who celebrated her 80th birthday on June 28 was treated to an early special ‘girl’s night out’ on Thursday June 21 in the restaurant at the Railway Hotel, where fun and fellowship were the order of the night

Helping Coral celebrate this milestone were her sister, daughters in law, sisters in law, neighbours, tennis and lifetime friends as well as the regular ‘birthday girls’.

Following dinner, Coral cut her beautiful birthday cake made and decorated by Sharyn Bradtke. The cake was served and enjoyed by guests for dessert.

Pat Brus, gave an interesting run down on being a neighbour and friend over many years. 

Coral thanked all for attending and in particular Patricia Reid for organising the night. Patricia Reid and Margaret Thorncraft presented Coral with gifts on behalf of all present.

80TH BIRTHDAY

CELEBRATIONS: On Saturday June 16, Gordon Steinhardt celebrated his 80th birthday at a luncheon at the Grenfell Bowling Club. Gordon’s son John organised the celebrations which was enjoyed by thirty five family members and friends.

Guests travelled from Wangaratta (Vic), Temora, Gooloogong, Wagga and Forbes to celebrate with Gordon and Naomi’s family. Naomi’s brother from Temora and her sister and brother in laws and members of their family from the Barossa and Kadina in SA were also in attendance.

As well as nieces and a nephew and one sister in law, Gordon and Naomi had the pleasure of having their daughter Shauna and her husband Chris French and grandsons Nicholas and Oliver home for the happy occasion. Their eldest grandson Angus who had a Uni exam was unable to be present.

Their elder son Roger and his wife Mae travelled from Almhult, Sweden and Bangkok especially for this special birthday and stayed on for a couple of days before catching up with friends in Sydney and Melbourne and returning home a week later.

Roger is currently working at the Head Office of IKEA in Almhult, Sweden. His work involving sourcing and checking the Sustainability and Environmental aspect of the materials related to the production of IKEA products from around the world.

Since graduating from ANU, Canberra with a degree in Forestry, Roger has worked on Forestry related projects in Australia, Scotland, Ireland, Denmark, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Fiji and Samoa.

His wife Mae who works in Public Relations is currently looking for a job in Sweden. Gordon and Naomi’s younger son John works for a Beer Equipment company in Sydney.

Gordon’s two remaining siblings – a sister Ruth and a brother Cliff and his wife Eunice and sister in law Marj Steinhardt were unable to attend due to medical issues; however his sister in law Merle Steihardt was able to attend with her family.

A photo book of Gordon’s life, beautifully prepared by his daughter in law Mae (with assistance from Gordon’s daughter Shauna) was enjoyed by all in attendance.

Following a beautiful baked dinner smorgasbord, Gordon cut his delicious chocolate cake, made and beautifully decorated by Sharyn Bradtke, which was enjoyed by all and quickly disappeared.

Family members staying overnight in Grenfell enjoyed the continuation of celebrations with a BBQ and soup evening meal at Gordon and Naomi’s home in Forbes Street, completing Gordon’s birthday celebrations which began on June 11 – his actual birthday.

GRENFELL KART CLUB: The annual Bob Hinde Memorial sponsored by Johnson Agriculture will be held this weekend July 7 and 8 at the Bogolong Circuit. Don’t miss out - best meeting in the country. Dinner is available Friday and Saturday evening - contact Cathie Logan via facebook to book in or SMS her on 0457384790.

Not only are they going to have a great weekend of racing but  are going to light the biggest bonfire you’ve ever seen to keep you warm and toasty all weekend. Saturday night a live band - The Phat Boyz will be playing live and loud – it’s going to be a great weekend for all the family. This invitation is open to everyone in the local communities so bring the kids and enjoy a great night.