Gwen Mulder and Beryl Chaplin are just two of the many volunteers at the Finley Hospital Auxiliary Op Shop.
If you are looking for something quaint and unusual for Christmas presents, ornaments and decorations, then the Finley Hospital Auxiliary Op Shop is a great place to start.
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There is a huge selection of pre-loved items to choose from, and the lovely volunteers who give so generously of their time are only too happy to help you make a choice.
Christmas trees, baubles, garlands, and much more are on display as you walk in the front door.
Children can even post a letter to Santa, with delivery guaranteed!
Then there are plenty of items to choose from for presents.
Not only would you be saving money when we are all doing it tough, but you will be helping this amazing group raise funds for additional facilities at our local hospital.
Items such as DVDs, crystal, kitchenware, artwork and clothing to fit all ages and sizes all make it easy to choose something for family members and friends.
So don’t miss this chance to pick up some bargains in the lead up to the festive season.
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There is no limit to the talent among the younger members of the local community; none more so than the students at Finley High School.
Chess championships took place recently with three groups – Novice, Year 7 and the Master Class - held in the library, with some intense battles taking place.
Mrs Begbie was the coach and co-ordinator and ensured the championships ran smoothly.
The eventual winners in each category were: Year 7 - Toby Loughridge; Master Class - Elliott Loughridge; FHS Chess Champion 2025 - Toby Loughridge.
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Leanna Loughridge, Elliott Loughridge and Thomas Marshall during the Finley High chess tournament
The 2025 HSC exams have officially come to an end.
Over 17 test days, close to 75,000 HSC students sat more than 400,000 exam sessions in 123 different subjects, running across more than 750 exam locations.
Marking is now well under way. Students will receive their HSC results and ATAR on Thursday, December 18.
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