Angus Randall with his poppy art that created a bidding war.
Tocumwal Public School student Angus Randall has raised $500 for the Make-A-Wish foundation after creating a beautiful stained-glass poppy artwork at school.
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A photo of Angus proudly holding his artwork made its way through his family chat.
What happened next was incredible, with a friendly bidding war breaking out over who would have the honour of purchasing his artwork.
With the Make-A-Wish Foundation close to the family’s heart, the bidding reached an amazing $500 charity donation, generously contributed by The Conference Trade Group and Yarrawonga Manufactured Housing.
Along with receiving $40, Angus was able to decide on a special location for his artwork to be hung.
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Mark Gowty completed the Massive Murray Paddle last week, with a fundraiser coinciding with his day one Yarrawonga to Tocumwal leg.
Can Assist is pleased to announce that Mark’s fundraiser has reached $4000 with money raised from its barbecue lunch, and all the generous donations received throughout the campaign.
CanAssist would like to thank the Farmers Arms Hotel for allowing them to use their beer garden for their barbecue, and for donating the salads.
They also thank Steve Bell Music for donating his time to entertain those in attendance, to the cooks for manning the barbecue, and to the volunteers for donating so much of their time to plan the event, and sell wristbands and raffle tickets.
Paddler Mark Gowty (middle) with Can Assist volunteers and supporters in Tocumwal.
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Sharon and Paul at Tocumwal Post Office have received reports from the North Pole that Santa is ready to receive letters from the boys and girls of Tocumwal.
There will be a response to all letters, but Santa needs an address on the letter or envelope to make sure the kids get them.
Get your letters in before Friday, December 19 to get a response before Christmas.
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The Tocumwal Giving Tree is a local initiative that gives to local families in need and is running again for its 10th year.
You can drop off your gifts for children of all ages at the Tocumwal Pharmacy or at the Post Office.
All toys purchased from the Post Office will receive a 10 per cent discount if donated to the Tocumwal Giving Tree.
All donations must be in by December 15 so they can be delivered to families in need.
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The Women of the Murray will host their end of year gathering at Tocumwal Brewing Co on Saturday, November 29 from 12pm to 3pm.
The event marks a celebration of the group's inaugural year, offering a relaxed afternoon in the sunshine with local brews, good company, and community connection.
Members will enjoy complimentary drinks, antipasto platters, and cupcakes, while non-members are welcome to attend for $25.
Thai street food will also be available for purchase throughout the afternoon.
To book your spot at this great event, head to trybooking.com/DGPOQ.
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Tocumwal Rotary has launched its new campaign against family and domestic violence: Be the Change — Free community barbecue and awareness event.
The Rotarians invite the community to join them as they take a stand against domestic and family violence and promote respectful relationships in our community.
The event will be held at the Tocumwal Rotary Op Shop on Friday, November 28 from 11am with a free community barbecue.
This is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and show support for an important cause.
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