Merriwa Springtime Show
GENERAL MEETING
REMINDER!
Tonight is the Springtime show meeting
6:30pm, Squatters Corner, Merriwa RSL. Everyone welcome.
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St David’s Uniting Church
PIE AND LAMINGTON DRIVE
Order sheets are out and about for the last St David’s Uniting Church pie drive for 2023.
Orders close Wednesday 14th June with delivery on Tuesday 27th June 2023.
Any questions, contact Barbara Campbell 0428 485 131
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Bunting for Bettington
Update!
Starting to get some bunting up, keep dropping in your triangles or message me for collection. Thank you to everyone who’s contributed so far! Dee Nobes Robert Maree Goodear Tina Taylor Suzie Kirk Julia Wilton Andrea Kiely Sue Cronin Rosalie Drew Donna Thorley Louise Anne Nat Gillam Del Leggett
Thank you Merriwa Home Hardware for donation of the cable ties.
Keep an eye 
out as our Bunting for Bettington grows!
out as our Bunting for Bettington grows!Megan Moore (RM Property & Livestock)
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Can Assist Merriwa
Live Auction
OPENING NIGHT OF THE FESTIVAL OF THE FLEECES.
Arrive at 6pm for Dinner. Platters for a table of 8 available, along with the bistro menu. Contact Michelle Loft on 0425216505 to book platters or reserve a table.
Mick Fetch will kick off the evening at 7.30pm with an array of music, so get your DANCING SHOES on.
Live auction will start at 8.30pm ish.
AUCTIONEER for the evening, the one and only Mark Sparrow.
A Sarah Bishop original acrylic on canvas
A Gasmate outdoor patio heater
A 3 piece Yard force 40V lawnmower package
A Baby Q Weber donated by Merriwa Home Hardware
A Garden package donated by Bunnings Warehouse Australia
finally
Two KIM PHILIPSEN art works donated by Kath Bradley
A HUGE acknowledgement must go to Merriwa Festival of the Fleeces for slotting our Can Assist branch into there huge weekend. For those who don’t know us, we are a group of volunteers who raise funds to help those in Merriwa and surrounding settlements diagnosed with CANCER. Contact Sheree Kelly or Marlene Rogers if we can financially assist CANCER patients in the area, on their road to wellness.
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Upper Hunter Shire Council
PROPOSED EARN AND RETURN LOCATION
Have Your Say on Proposed Return and Earn Reverse Vending Machines in Scone and Merriwa! Council is excited to announce the proposal for Return and Earn reverse vending machines in Scone and Merriwa.
Proposed locations are:Scone: Lot 21 DP 1134921, Lawrence Lane (behind the Coles Complex)
Merriwa: Unformed public road reserve adjacent to Lot 6 DP 244849, 46 King George V Avenue (Merriwa Bowls and Golf Club)
We are currently seeking feedback. For more details, including viewing the plans, head to our website: https://www.upperhunter.nsw.gov.au/Public-notices
Submissions close 5 June 2023
STREET SWEEPING
Heads up, Upper Hunter Shire residents! Our Street Pavement Services team will be commencing the street sweeping in various towns on the dates listed below:
Scone: Intervals between 29 May and 23 June 2023
Aberdeen: 31 May to 2 June 2023
Murrurundi, Cassilis, and Merriwa: Intervals between 5 June and 30 June 2023
Residents are reminded to move vehicles, trailers or other items that may obstruct the street sweeper on the gutter.We ask the residents to park on their driveway whilst the street sweeping is in progress.
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Royal Hotel Merriwa
JUNE LONG WEEKEND
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Merriwa CWA
FESTIVAL OF THE FLEECES
Do you enjoy home cooking? Come to the CWA Rooms. We are open early.
Cappuccino, Devonshire Teas, Scones with strawberry jam and fresh cream, Pumpkin Soup, Chicken and Veetable Soup, Irish Lamb Stew with Chat Potatoes, Thai Green Chicken Curry served with Jasmine Rice, Yummy Toasted Sandwiches, Tea, Coffee and Cold Drinks
Catch up with friends in our air conditioned rooms
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Push Up Challenge
It’s Push-Up Challenge time again!! Follow Darren’s progress here
Day 5 of 23 and 560 push ups completed! (5/06/23)
Thank you to Michelle and Marianne for your kind donations.
Stigma surrounding poor mental health means many people don’t think it applies to them, so are less likely to educate themselves, perpetuating low mental health literacy and leading to a lack of awareness of treatment and support options. This highlights the continued need for mental health education. With high levels of mental health literacy, individuals are more likely to be able to recognise signs of psychological distress in themselves and those around them. They are also better equipped to identify support options and seek the appropriate treatment.
Please show your support to our locals that have been negatively impacted financially, by sponsoring me via the link below.
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This year all money raised goes toward the shared pathway fund.
Pressures brought on by financial hardship can contribute to poor mental health, so my push for mental health this year is to help support our locals!
I’ll be completing 3,144 push-ups from the 1st to the 23rd of June, that’s around 137 per day! This will be a challenge as I’m certainly not conditioned for it (yet) so please get behind me and show your support for our locals!
If your able to make a donation, please conside doing so here – https://gofund.me/459c1674
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200 Years of History
A BOOK ABOUT MERRIWA – 1824 – 2023
The Merriwa History Book is coming along fine with some fantastic photos and lots of text on the 200 years of our history.
I’m still waiting for some information and photos to come to light. Some of the feelers that have gone out have yielded some really good information and photos.
We are on schedule to get the book to the publishers in early October.
Elaine has applied for several grants but this year there has been almost nothing coming through.
A couple of years ago, Elaine published 75 years of the Pony Club and sponsorship was easy to obtain.
For those who still wish to sponsor a page for $50 which details your families name at the bottom of the page, the details are : Cash and/or cheque can be left in an envelope with your name on front at Di’s Clothing Patch.
Direct debit details are :Regional Australia Bank, B.S.B. 932000. Account No 100263994.
Larger donations would see your details in the Major Sponsors section of the book.
Cheques made payable to Rotary Club of Merriwa.
If you wish to order a book, please ring Elaine Sparrow on 0427488560 to be placed on the list.
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Merriwa Central School P&C Association
Annual General Meeting
Ever thought of joining the P&C?
Our next meeting will be our AGM and we would love to see some new faces and fresh ideas. Please join us on the 6th of June from 6:30pm in the Fletcher Room, Merriwa RSL.
Not sure how to join? Just message this page or contact one of our Executive Team – Hollie Hunt , Jane Constable , Zoe Van Wijk, Emma Jane Douglas , Nyssa Caban – for membership forms or further information.
All positions will be available for nomination and we would love to hear from you.
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Merriwa Festival of the Fleeces
June 9th/10th/11th 2023
Friday 9th from 6pm – Opening Night and Auction
The festival kicks off with our Opening Night event at the Merriwa Sports Club. Live music, dancing, food, drinks and a great atmosphere. Dinner from 6pm. Live entertainment – Mick Fetch – starts at 7.30pm.
8.30PM-ish Auction supporting Can Assist. Don’t miss this auction with an original signed artwork from our very own Upper Hunter artist, Sarah Bishop (reserve applies), two artworks (Tribal Women and Boys at Play) by Danish artist Kim Philipsen (donated by Kath Bradley), cordless garden package consisting of a lawn mower, blower/vacuum and cordless chainsaw, Gasmate outdoor patio heater (bbrrrrr), Webber Baby Q gas BBQ complements of Home Timber and Hardware Merriwa (and there may even be a little surprise with this). Bring your wallet! Don’t miss out.
Saturday 10th from 8am – Main Event
8AM to 3PM – On Saturday the main street and surrounding area comes alive with rides, market stalls, street entertainers and much more!
FROM 3PM – the event moves to the Showground. With games and activities for the kids, whip cracking, food and bar facilities, live music and fireworks!
Sunday 11th from 8am
Team penning continues through Sunday. Bush Poet’s Breakfast from 8am at the Merriwa Sports Club followd by a Bush Poets workshop from approximately 12 noon.
Click here to head to the Festival of the Fleeces Website for more details
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Merriwa Gallery
ALL ABOUT WOOL
Jo-anne Barr and Marion Carroll are joining forces to bring an aptly wool themed exhibition to Merriwa Gallery for the Festival
of the Fleeces weekend.
A colourful, textural, skill-filled lure to Merriwa for this street filled fabulous weekend.
For more information visit the Merriwa Gallery Facebook page or email merriwagallery@gmail.com
#merriwagallery #festivalofthefleeces #wool #millinery #felt #wetfelting #feltpainting #merriwa #merino #merinowool #hats #landscapedesign #needlework #rural #independentgallery #communitygallery
@jambmillinerydesigns
@marioncarroll
FIRST ANNIVERSARY COMMUNITY EXHIBITION
Hearty invites to all interested parties to contribute to the ‘First Anniversary’ Community Exhibition.
Thursday 13th – Sunday 30th July.
Those who haven’t yet shared a creative piece with the space, do it! And for those who have during the year, do it again!
Then lets throw these doors open and share all the creative spirit that has made Merriwa Gallery’s first year a fabulous one!
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Hunter Local Land Services
TRAVELLING STOCK ROUTE LONG TERM TENDERS
There’s still time for livestock producers to tender for long-term access to select travelling stock reserves (TSRs) across the Hunter 
Submissions will close at 11:59 pm on Friday, 9 June 2023.
Stock Permits – Long Term Grazing, previously known as Management Agreement Permits, will be allocated via a robust tender process to give producers grazing access to a TSR for periods longer than 12 months.
To make a tender submission for a Stock Permit – Long Term Grazing, follow the links at https://fal.cn/3yDMX
While some carefully assessed TSRs will be available for Stock Permits – Long Term Grazing, all TSRs remain available by application for short-term access permits such as walking stock, as well as recreational activities.
MERRIWA SHARED PATHWAY
Want to get out in the fresh country 
air of Merriwa, whilst exercising 
& learning a thing or two about your surrounds? Then a walk 
around the Merriwa Shared Pathway should be on your to-do list!
air of Merriwa, whilst exercising & learning a thing or two about your surrounds? Then a walk around the Merriwa Shared Pathway should be on your to-do list!We teamed up with Upper Hunter Shire Council to deliver some beautiful and educational interpretive signage around the new pathway. The six signs around the township highlight important parts of the natural ecosystem, it’s flora & fauna; including the critically endangered Box-Gum Grassy Woodland of the Merriwa Plateau.
Join former 
Natural Resource Management (NRM) team member Catherine who has been at the heart of this project and Community Engagement Officer, Lori as they take you on a trip around Merriwa’s latest attraction!
Natural Resource Management (NRM) team member Catherine who has been at the heart of this project and Community Engagement Officer, Lori as they take you on a trip around Merriwa’s latest attraction!We’d also like to take this opportunity to wish Catherine all the best for her new venture, continuing her career in Box Gum Grassy Woodland conservation that she is so passionate about. Catherine leaves a strong legacy at Hunter LLS, and particularly in the Merriwa community with the projects she has championed over the past four years. You will be missed, Catherine! 
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Merriwa Rugby League Club
100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Merriwa Rugby League Club will be celebrating our 100 year Anniversary on Saturday 10th June.
Celebrations will begin with Merriwa Magpies vs Denman Devils at 3pm
Followed by Jersey Auction of the 1923 Replica Jerseys at the Merriwa Sports Club and a great night of festivities.
We welcome all players and supporters past and present to help celebrate 100 years of such a wonderful club
Stay up to date via the Facebook event and Facebook group
Live Music
Merriwa Sports Club NSW we be providing live music June long weekend.
Ben Richards will be playing from 9-12pm following our 1923 Replica Jersey Auction.
Not long now can’t wait to see you all there
MERRIWA OLD BOYS DAY
Saturday 10th June
Oval No. 1
3pm Kickoff
Merriwa VS Denman
Free Entry for those wearing a retro jersey.
Celebrations commence at the Merriwa Sports Club at 5pm.
Jersey Auction – 8pm
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Hunter Branch of the Australian Stock Horse Society
24th and 25th June
Hunter Branch of the Australian Stock Horse Society Campdraft and Challenge 24th and 25th June at the Merriwa Showground.
Entries are now open via Nominate for our Hunter Branch Campdraft and Challenge 2023.
Please note that when entering the Maiden/Novice Campdraft, horses that are not eligible for both maiden or novice must select either the maiden only or novice only.Horses that are eligible for both must select Maiden/Novice (Run in Conjunction).
Junior and Juvenile Competitors are limited to 2 runs each. Encouragement riders must be 18 years and over and not have won an OpenChallenge, Ridden Futurity or Maturity at National, State or Branch level.
Full ASH attire must be worn.Blue Jeans are allowed in the campdraft only. 
Challenge patterns will be posted soon. Stable and Camping Forms will be sent out closer to the event.All Horses must be ASH registered! All Riders must be Financial Members! Camping and Stabling Available
As you all know these events can not be possible without the support from the community, we are welcoming any interest in sponsors for this event.Contact Roger Moore or Skye Louise Newling at hunterbranchashs@gmail.com if interested in supporting our event to discuss further.
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Phoenix Flats Medieval and War Horses
SKILL AT ARMS CLINIC WITH NOVA HOLLANDIA JUSTIN HOLLAND
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Merriwa Meals on Wheels
VACANCY
Merriwa Meals on Wheels has vacancies to recieve meals Monday to Friday.
If you or someone you know would like to recieve a hot cooked meal and dessert for $7.50 a day, please get in contact with Diane Byfield on 0417 237 274
STREET STALL
We are holding a Street Stall on FRIDAY 16TH JUNE to raise money for insurance costs for our wonderful volunteers.
If you would like to donate with cooking, jams, pickles, plants and any other saleable goods, it will be greatly appreciated.
Diane Byfield 0417 237 274
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St Joseph’s P&F Merriwa
JUNIOR CAMPDRAFT & FETE
Entries open through ABCRA Icompete on the 6th June.
Please note new event – Novice draft 17 years and over- 2 run limit. Will run if time and cattle permit.
Save the date for the 2023 St Joseph’s P&F Merriwa Junior Campdraft & Fete – Saturday July 1st 2023.
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Cassilis, Country Music, Camping & Campfire
The CCCC’s
Save the date for the 2023 Cassilis, Country Music, Camping & Campfire the CCCC’s – October Long Weekend – September 29th to Sunday 1st October 2023 at the Cassilis Bowling Club.
Stay up to date – follow their Facebook page here and their event page here
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