THE Home Hill Sub-Branch of the RSL has honoured the continuing service of an Ayr and Lower Burdekin Caledonian Pipe Band member, who has been performing at Anzac Services in the town since 1982.
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Crafts to fill Memorial Hall
THE Burdekin Craft Spectacular will return to the Burdekin Memorial Hall, Home Hill on Saturday, May 13 providing an ideal opportunity for residents seeking novel gifts for Mother’s Day celebrations the following day.
42nd Year of Sugar Bowl Tennis
TENNIS players from as far as Brisbane and Mareeba– and even New Zealand and Tasmania – were among the 44 teams of players that converged on the Home Hill Tennis Association courts complex over the May Day weekend for the 42nd annual Sugar Bowl tournament.
Dale says – Anti-social Behaviour in Home Hill
There have been recent reports to our office of some antisocial behaviour occurring in Home Hill and surrounds. If you witness suspicious behaviour or an offence being committed, please contact police immediately.
Dale says – Home Hill RSL Flag
In the lead up to ANZAC Day, RSL’s across the electorate are finalising preparations for this year’s dawn parade, marches, and ceremonies.
Young Views on Anzac Day
SCHOOL children presented their views on Anzac Day when they were asked to complete “Post Cards of Honour” recently.
Appreciation of the Anzac Day Commemorations
From the early start at the Dawn Service through to the street parade and Cenotaph commemoration services, there were children holding the hands of parents, siblings and teachers as they lined up to play their part in learning what Anzac Day is all about.
More applause for the Annual ANZAC Day Parade
APRIL 25 is an extremely important day of the year on the Australian calendar and again, the Home Hill Sub-Branch of the RSL hosted the 2023 ANZAC Day Parade. With good weather and good company, we saw another ANZAC parade go by with no hiccups.
Experience Shows in new Quilt
A TOTAL of 25 years of quilting experience brought huge dividends for Home Hill resident, Annette Kelly when she displayed her completed Embroidery Quilt featuring all aspects of Australia’s Armed Forces during Home Hill’s Anzac Day services.
First Cane Fire at Cultural Fair
The last weekend in May continues the entertainment with the Burdekin Cultural Fair, featuring the “First Cane Fire” of the season on Friday night, May 26, and the Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships on Saturday, May 27 – the highlight of the Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival!