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Week Staring 27th March 2023

Merriwa Shared Pathway

GO FUND ME CAMPAIGN

If you love Merriwa and feel that rural people deserve better then please donate.
 
Help us send a message to our local council and all levels of government that they can and must do better.
 
Your donation will be used to pay the extra council imposed charges on residents located on the shared pathway network.
 
Background

In July 2021 the NSW Government awarded a grant of $922,674 to construct a 4km network of shared pathways to connect key locations in the Merriwa township.
 
These are the first new pathways built in Merriwa in over 20 years and is a popular project that will improve health and safety in our community.
 
Unfortunately the Upper Hunter Shire Council (UHSC) would only let the project proceed if it could charge ~25 residents located along the route of the pathway. They have rejected all other funding solutions presented by the Merriwa community.
 
Several of the residents are pensioners and have neither planned nor budgeted for these costs which are causing some distress.
 
The Merriwa Chamber of Commerce supported by many community groups is coordinating the fundraising efforts.
In the event that funds raised are surplus to requirements they will be used to enhance and beautify the shared pathway.
 
“In times of turmoil it is important that people feel that they are part of a supportive community”
 
Please support this worthy cause and stand with the people of Merriwa as they right this wrong.
 
To show your support and donate, please click here: https://gofund.me/3508bd7d
 
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Reverse Vending Machines – Update
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Merriwa Pharmacy

COMMUNITY SWIM CHALLENGE

Merriwa Community Swim Challenge finishes this Friday with our end of season breakfast.
 
There is still time to add a few laps to the tally.
 
All proceeds to helping residents being charged by the UHSC for the shared pathway.
 
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Trinity Markets Op Shop

SUMMER STOCK SALE

Trinity Markets willl be having a sale on all Summer Stock starting TUESDAY 28th March.

Shoes $1 per pair, Summer clothing $1 per item, Baby items 2 for $1
 
Pop in and grab a bargain.
 
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Merriwa Gallery

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Bookings close for these workshops this Sunday 2nd April.
 
Two young peoples part day workshops and a full day hat creation day for adults.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Valley Team Penning

FUNDRAISER

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Merriwa CWA

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Upper Hunter Shire Libraries

SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

➡ School holidays are not far away!
 
🖍🎨 The Upper Hunter Shire Library branches have some great activities on offer.
 
👉 Check them out and book soon to ensure your spot, as places are limited.
 

Phone Merriwa Library to book: 6521 7007

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Upper Hunter Tennis & Sports 

EASTER HOLIDAY TENNIS CAMP

Bookings essential – Coach Chris 0400 331 553

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Toy Box Playgroup

🖍️Toy Box playgroup is back again this Thursday, 30th March. Drop by and join the fun🛝

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Anglican Church Hall – fortnightly on Thursday 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Upper Hunter Shire Council 

YOUTH WEEK EVENT

📣 Get ready for an action-packed Youth Week event happening on Friday, April 21 at Merriwa Oval from 11am to 2pm!
 
This year’s theme is ‘Connect, Participate and Celebrate.’ 🤝🎉
 
🔫 Join us for a fun-filled day of bubble games, nerf battles, and a giant inflatable dart board. 🎯
 
No registration needed, just turn up!
 
 
 

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