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Hidden at Rookwood is on again this year in until September 24 at the Rookwood Cemetery. Rookwood is celebrating its 150th Anniversary this year so this is a good opportunity to combine interesting sculptures with a walk around the historic Necropolis. Open until sunset each day and the exhibition is free. Public transport is available from Central by train and then bus.

 

Green Square Strata Network Meeting Tuesday September 12 from 6-8pm at Green Square Library, 100 Joynton Avenue.

Staying Secure in Strata is the theme of this meeting and speakers will talk about various safety aspects of strata life. This is a free event and to book phone: 8007 3628 or Facebook.

 

Computer, Tablet and Mobile Phone Tech Support Fridays 10am-12pm until December 22.

Everyone needs some IT help at times and this is free at the Cliff Noble Centre Corner Renwick and Suttor Streets, Alexandria. For more information ring 8512 8000.

 

Best wishes to Gabi Brine (one of our wonderful distributors) who is recovering from a recent foot operation. Hope you will be back to full mobility soon, Gabi!

 

Liptember all of September is dedicated to raising awareness of and funds for women’s mental health issues. For support and more information contact liptember.com.au.

 

RU OK Day is September 14 extending a hand of care to those suffering from mental illness.

 

World Heart Day is September 29 just to remind us to look after our hearts.

 

And don’t forget:

Saturday September 9 – Local Government Election Day for some Councils.

September 12 Australian Marriage Law Postal Survey – mailings begin.

November 7, 6pm – responses received after this date will not be processed.

Until next time,

Pat Clarke

 

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