Crooble ChronicleCrooble ChronicleCrooble ChronicleCrooble Chronicle JuneJuneJuneJune 2012 2012 2012 2012 Hello All, Well it's been a busy couple of weeks in our household and the addition of four orphan lambs has added to the mayhem. The kids have given them all good solid names despite the fact that I wanted to call them 'Cutlet', 'Rackof', 'Hotpot', and 'Shanks'. In a small nod to my sense of humour, they did call one of them 'Shaun'. Many, many thanks to our neighbours, Andrew & Allison Beinke, for coming to the rescue with teats and a shot of 'get up and live', which definitely seemed to do the job. Will have to invite them over for a lamb roast down the track. ☺ A bit worried about who exactly is going to mother these lambs when my assorted offspring go back to school…. Ed

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North Star Sporting Club open from 5pm 7days and meals,

pizzas and hot showers are available

ring 0746763183 or Pams mobile 0429341739

It’s on again!!! North Star Trail Bike Ride

28th and 29th July 2012 at the North Star Sporting Club.

Camping, bar and meals available all weekend.

For more info contact Jeff-0428 545 367, Dave-0429 355773 or John-0428 763231

See www.northstartrailride.com Or www.dalbymoto.com.au

If postponed due to wet weather the event will be run the following weekend.

Catering on Saturday night this year by Apex, Rotary and Lions from

Goondiwindi. Catering by Apex

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Joke for the day…. An elderly lady decided to give herself a big treat for her significant birthday by staying overnight in one of London's most expensive hotels. When she checked out next morning, the desk clerk handed her a bill for $250.00. She exploded and demanded to know why the charge was so high.. "It's a nice hotel but the rooms certainly aren't worth $250.00 for just an overnight stop without even breakfast." The clerk told her that $250.00 is the 'standard rate' so she insisted on speaking to the Manager. The Manager appeared and forewarned by the desk clerk announced: "the hotel has an Olympic-sized pool and a huge conference centre which are available for use." 'But I didn't use them," she said. ''Well, they are here, and you could have," explained the Manager. He explained that she could also have seen one of the in-hotel shows for which the hotel is famous. "We have the best entertainers from London, New York, and Europe performing here," the Manager said. "But I didn't go to any of those shows," she said. "Well, we have them, and you could have," the Manager replied. No matter what amenity the Manager mentioned, she replied, "But I didn't use it!" The Manager was unmoved, so she decided to pay, wrote a cheque and gave it to the Manager.. The Manager was surprised when he looked at the cheque. "But madam, this cheque is only made out for $50.00." ''That's correct. I charged you $200.00 for sleeping with me," she replied. "But I didn't!" exclaims the very surprised Manager. "Well, too bad, I was here, and you could have." Don't mess with Senior Citizens.

Chase away the winter blues with the local

Hoi Polloi

and Hotpots! a family night of

Dinner, Dancing and Supper At the

Crooble Hall

Saturday 25th August Featuring

Marty and the Moochers 7pm Start

Adults $25/hd Children free

Croppa Creek

Happenings � Yoga is having a break for July and will resume in August,

for more info contact Kerry Tighe on 67540385.

� Next DRUMMUSTER @ Croppa Creek is 31st August, contact Lawrie 0427545227 � Dates available for groups or individuals to cook at the Club as a fundraiser or to earn yourself some pocket money! � Croppa Creek Bowling Club Croppa Creek Bowling Club Croppa Creek Bowling Club Croppa Creek Bowling Club directors meetings are held on the directors meetings are held on the directors meetings are held on the directors meetings are held on the 2222ndndndnd Wed of each month at 7.00pm. Wed of each month at 7.00pm. Wed of each month at 7.00pm. Wed of each month at 7.00pm.

� Saturday evening mixed bowls 4.00pm for 4.30pm on the green. Come and win a chook!

Welcome Home to David 'Bones' Tighe! *************************************************** *************

Things we Can Learn From A DogThings we Can Learn From A DogThings we Can Learn From A DogThings we Can Learn From A Dog • Never pass up an opportunity to go for a

joy ride

• Allow the experience of fresh air and wind in your face to be pure ecstasy

• When loved ones come home, always run to greet them

• Let others know when they've invaded your territory

• Take naps and stretch before rising

• Run, romp & play daily…eat with gusto and enthusiasm

• Be loyal…never pretend to be something you're not

• If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it

• When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by & nuzzle them gently

• Thrive on attention & let people touch you

• Avoid biting when a simple growl will do

• On hot days, drink lots of water & rest under a shady tree

• When you're happy, dance around & wag your entire body

• No matter how often you're scolded, don’t buy into the guilt thing - run right back & make friends

• Bond with your pack

• Delight in the simple joy of a long walk

New Grants and Funding Opportunities

Energy Efficiency Information Grants - A merit-based grants program to assist industry associations and non-profits provide practical, tailored energy efficiency information to small and medium enterprises and community organisations. Volunteer Grants 2012 - Eligible not-for-profit organisations can apply for funding to purchase small equipment items to assist volunteers and contribute towards reimbursement of fuel costs, transport costs incurred by volunteers with disability who are unable to drive, training courses and background screening checks for volunteers. Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) Fellowships - Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) Fellowships aim to develop leadership, address priority regional development issues, and build partnerships and linkages between Australian organisations and partner organisations in developing countries in the Asia-Pacific region, Latin America, the Caribbean, Africa and the Middle East. Further information on grants, funding opportunities and tenders is available on the RDA-NI website, as well as through GrantsLINK and business.gov.au's Grants & Assistance Finder.

Tharawonga will resume for Term 3 on Monday 16th July.

Billy-G orders due back 10th August.

FOR SALE Brand New (in Box) 4 Burner Beefeater BBQ $400 o.n.o (RRP $899) Unwanted Prize - Can deliver. Ph 0427532850

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House cleaner required 1 day a week.

Location approx. 15km from Pallamallawa.

Please call 0428 721 944

Happy Birthday!, July - Audrey Golding , (my grandma!) Nicci Kennett , James Whibley, Sam Rohde, Toby McDouall and any other July babies!

Child and Family Health Nurse Visits to Croppa Creek

Hunter New England Local Health Network Child and Family Health Nurse, Debbie Armstrong visits Croppa Creek each month and provides growth and development checks, parenting education and support, and childhood vaccinations for babies and children 0-5 years. Clinics are held at the Croppa Creek Public School usually on the last Wednesday of the month from 12:30pm – 3:00pm. Current dates are the 25th July 2012. A service is also available monthly at the Yallaroi Hall. Please contact Debbie on 0267 289072 or 0429 100 342 for an appointment.

Crooble Hall Committee

Meetings are held on the

first Monday of the month at

7.30pm. Next catering dates

for the Croppa Creek Club

are 4th August and Sept. 22nd

Boggabilla Anglican Parish will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this year on the 16th September. Our new bishop Rick Lewers will be leading the 11.00am service at North Star, followed by lunch at the North Star sports club. There will also be an evening service at 5.00 pm at North Star and it is expected that many previous ministers will be in attendance at the service. Please contact Jenny Mitchell 07 4676 3186 for further details.

CHURCH NOTES St Johns Milguy

July 1 Lay reading Milguy 9:00 am

8 Pr L Doecke Milguy 11am HC Baptism

15 Lay reading Milguy 9:00 am 22 Lay reading Milguy 9:00 am

29 Pr A Podlich Milguy 11:00 am HC

Popinguy Services are held on the first Sunday of month at 4pm. Come and enjoy a cup of tea prior to service at 3.30 with Pastor Dan Swan.

ALL WELCOME

For Quality

PEST MANAGEMENT CONTROL OF

SPIDERS, ANTS, COCKROACHES,

MICE & RATS,

TERMITE INSPECTIONS & TREATMENT

& a PRESSURE CLEANING SERVICE

Please phone Craig – 0459 228 438

For an Obligation Free Quote

RECIPE OF THE

MONTH

Ginger Bread Biscuits Ingredients: 2 ¼ cups SR flour ½ cup butter 1 egg ¾ cup sugar 2 tbs of golden syrup 3 tsp of ginger Method : Mix flour, sugar and ginger in a bowl. Melt butter & golden syrup & add egg. Pour into dry mixture. Mix well. Roll thinly. Use cutter to cut shapes. Oven 180°C. Cook till biscuits are brown then lower heat to 150°C. About 10 to 15 minutes altogether.

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saying it! Anonymous

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Amy Evans 44 Generoi Street, Pallamallawa *also at Trim's Hair Design Linden Arcade, Moree

By appointment only:

0488923867

CALENDAR

July 2nd Crooble Hall Committee Meeting 7th CHC Catering at CC Club 13th Naroo Black Friday Fashion Parade 16th Tharawonga Pre School Resumes 21st-22nd Croppa Creek Club 50th Anniversary Celebrations 25th Family Health Nurse visit - Croppa Creek

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