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Salvos leaders bid farewell
TWO respected leaders of Ararat’s Salvation Army Corps have been farewelled after more than a decade of service to the region.
Major Greg Turnbull and Major Lynne Turnbull, who came to Ararat in 2011, have recently been appointed to run the Salvation Army operation in their home town Echuca.
Members of the Ararat Salvation Army as well as community members and representatives of other churches gathered before Christmas to farewell the popular couple.
Major Greg Turnbull told the Advocate he will miss the community and its friendship.
Oncology Unit to mark 20 years of service
THE East Grampians Health Service Oncology Unit will mark 20 years of service to the Ararat and wider community in February.
The Oncology Unit will mark its 20th birthday with an afternoon tea on Wednesday February 11 at 3pm with an invitation extended to anyone who has been involved with the unit over the past 20 years, including patients, volunteers, donors and past staff.
More than 20 years ago, a need for oncology services locally was identified to allow people diagnosed with cancer to receive treatment closer to home without having to travel and stay in larger centres, causing even greater disruption to their lives.
In 2004 Professor George Kannourakis from Ballarat Oncology and Haematology was approached to provide an oncology treatment and outpatient service to the Ararat community and surrounding district.
In January 2005, thanks to generous donations from the community and funding, a fully equipped eight chair, day oncology unit was established in the south end of first floor (now the dialysis unit.)
Cut for cancer
A ten year-old Great Western student has embarked on an impressive journey to support young people with cancer.
Finlay Davidson from Great Western Primary School has raised an impressive $1,200 for cancer support.
She’s also made her own personal contribution by cutting her hair to contribute to wig-making.
With fundraising efforts starting in early November, Finlay reached her goal in under a month thanks to the support of family, friends and her community.
Mosque ready to open
ARARAT’s Islamic Community will soon have a new place to worship with the planned opening of the Ararat Mosque. The Mosque has been planned for close to a decade but construction was delayed due to COVID and compliance issues. Ararat Islamic Welfare Association has planned an opening ceremony and celebration for Sunday the 22nd of […]
Health service bestows highest honours
TWO long serving East Grampians Health Service supporters were named Life Governors at the health service’s 29th annual general meeting.
A Life Governor is the most prestigious recognition of commitment and dedication to the health service and the highest honour bestowed, with the Board this year awarding David Hosking and Pieter Pretorius.
Mr Hosking and Dr Pretorius join a long line of EGHS Life Governors, who have served the community and the health service over many years.
Community Bank celebrates 20 years
COMMUNITY Bank Willaura & Lake Bolac celebrated its twentieth anniversary on Thursday November 28th with a dinner at the Mininera Recreation Reserve.
The guest list included those who had been the original instigators and directors of the community bank, as well as former staff.
Current directors and staff were also in attendance along with bank shareholders.
Willaura/Lake Bolac Financial Services Chairman, Rowly Paterson, said the community bank had achieved great things.
“We are immensely proud to have reached this milestone and there are an inordinate number of people who have contributed to our success.
Police target road safety over holiday season
Police target road safety over holiday season FROM today until the 1st of January 2025, Victoria Police will run Operation Roadwise, aiming to increase driver awareness and encourage responsible driving to reduce the exposure to road trauma on road users during the busy holiday period. Victoria Police will focus on high-risk driving behaviours that contribute […]