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"Every Day Counts"
'every student in class every day'
We have recently received a letter from the Premier of Queensland, Anna Bligh MP and the Minister for Education and Training, Geoff Wilson MP in regard to the performance of Queensland schools in the 2009 National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) tests conducted in May this year for all students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9.
This letter acknowledged how well our school had done in the 2009 test results, our school has shown significant improvement in areas of the testing. We were commended and congratulated on our results with these results heading in the right direction securing an important outcome for our school community.
The 2010 school year will see us continue to focus on boosting the Literacy and Numeracy outcomes for every student in our school. Commencing this term as part of the National Partnership Schools Project, our school has had a Literacy Coach appointed to work with our Year 3 and 4 teachers focusing on reading comprehension with students in these year levels.
We welcome Ms Sharon Kelly to our school. Ms Kelly’s timetable will be finalised by the end of this week and we expect that she will be on campus for 3 days each week. Ms Kelly will also be working with the Granville State School community for the remaining two days each week.
National Assessment Program (NAP)
As part of the National Assessment Program (NAP) of Australian students in 2009, year 6 classes in 650 schools have been selected nationwide to take part in an assessment to be administered this Wednesday 14th October from 9.00am. This is to be an assessment of Science Literacy (SL). One of our year 6 classes, 6K, has been selected to participate in this process. Our school has not participated in this assessment previously.
It is essential that students from 6K who will be attending next Wednesday are here for the first bell, to give all students the best chance at an organised start. Your child need do nothing in particular to prepare themselves for this assessment, apart from getting a good night’s rest, having a good breakfast and arriving at school in a timely fashion.
Students from our Senior Choir are to perform at Choral Fest on Wednesday 14th October, the same day as the NAP-SL assessment. It is my position that priority be accorded to participation in the assessment –students are expected to be here for this testing. I appreciate that the clash of dates is unfortunate, however, it has been unavoidable as both dates are set by bodies outside the school.
Pet Pep program
Year 4 students will participate in a “Pet Pep” program tomorrow. Topics covered will be Caring for your Pet’s Health and the role of a Veterinarian, responsible pet ownership, dog handling and training. Cost will be a gold coin donation.
Choral Fest
This Wednesday the Senior Choir will perform at Choral Fest at the Brolga Theatre from 9.15am. Students need to be at school by 8.00am in their Choir Uniform.
Starlab Planetarium
Year 3 students will view a presentation through the Starlab Planetarium this Wednesday in the activity hall. This presentation covers night and day around the world, the reasons for seasons, phases of the moon and our solar system. This will be instead of Term 4 Arts Council next week.
P & C Meeting
Meeting date for October has been changed to tomorrow night -Tuesday October 13th at 7.00pm in the Staffroom. This meeting will focus on Family Fun Fair preparations.
Pupil Free Day
Next Monday 19 October is a Pupil Free Day. Staff will be engaged in Professional Development on this day.
Robyn Jackson,
Principal
PREP ENROLMENTS 2010
If your child was born between
01/07/04 – 30/06/05
ENROL NOW at the School Office
You must provide:
· Birth Certificate
· Proof of Address eg. Electricity A/c
Money Reminders:
· Year 7 Recreation Sport and Dancing $20
· Year 6 Friday afternoon sport $5
· Year 3 Starlab Planetarium $6
· Year 1 Cooking $5
· Choral Fest – Senior Choir $2
· Arts Council Prep – Year 7 excluding Year 3
Tuckshop News
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Wednesday
14 October
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Friday
16 October
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Monday
19 October
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Sharon
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Kylie
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PUPIL FREE DAY
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Rebecca
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Stacey
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Kay
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Helen, Tuckshop Convenor
Instrumental Music News
Concert Band
No lessons or rehearsals tomorrow 13th October as I’m away with Aldridge Concert Band Tour. Lessons on Wednesday 14th October are as normal.
Tuesday 20th October – there are some changes to rehearsals. Junior and Senior Concert Band both rehearse at 8.00am for the next 5 weeks. Stage Band (invitation only) will rehearse at lunch time.
Attention Year 4 Parents
Concert Band recruiting starts 27th October with the Concert Band performing for the Year 4’s and demonstrating all the Concert Band Instruments. If your child is interested in learning in 2010 they will receive a note. Please return the signed permission note by Monday 2nd November to begin the recruiting process.
Gayle Young, Instrumental Music Teacher
Sensational Strings News
In the last week of Term 3, the beginner strings performed at Yaralla Place Aged Care Facility. They sounded magnificent and were greatly appreciated by the residents. The students mingled afterwards with the residents, exchanging stories of their lives. Well done everyone.
Eve-Ann Hodgkinson, Strings Teacher
Music News
Choral Fest is on this Wednesday. We only have 2 rehearsals this week. Tuesday 12.35pm and Wednesday morning at 8.00am. Please arrive on Wednesday dressed in Choir Uniform (including black shoes – no coloured laces and black socks). Girls are to wear choir ribbon only.
Students will need to bring their morning tea and lunch with them.
We will be required to be back at the Brolga Theatre at 4.30pm. The evening concert commences at 5.00pm and is not expected to take more than an hour. Entry to the concert is a gold coin donation per person. We look forward to seeing you all there.
Suzie Bath, Music Teacher
Library News
The library will be holding a Hook-a-Book competition for the Family Fun Fair. Tickets are ON SALE NEXT Week. Students can purchase 10 tickets for $2.00. Buy your tickets early and save lining up on Friday night. Tickets on sale at lunch time only.
The October Book Club has arrived and will be sent out on Wednesday 14th October. All Book Club orders need to be returned by Friday 16 October at 10.00am.
Please remember to:
· clearly write your grade & name.
· clearly mark the total amount on your order.
· have a parent’s signature on the envelope.
· Drop off orders in the Yellow letterbox at the Library office.
· Orders with no name will be held at the Library office.
Dates to Remember
16th October Scholastic Book Club due
23rd October Fun Fair Library display Hook a Book
Safety House News
The Safety House Committee will be selling cakes and lollies at the Family Fun Fair to raise funds for Safety House. All donations of home cooked or commercial bakery style goods are welcomed.
We are asking for your support by making cakes, slices, lollies etc. We are especially looking for someone who is able to make lollies, as lollies are an absolute hit and instant sell out every year. Please phone Veronica on 41216967, Anita on 41234736, or Hedy on 0428492053 if you are able to help out. We are happy to supply the ingredients.
Donations may be left at the school office on Friday, 23rd October. A list of ingredients will need to be on all items.
West Safety House Committee
HAPPYGRAMS
PG Allan, She’Kya; 1MG Codey, Brendan; 1R Charlotte, Monica; 1/2S Jordan; 2T Matthew, Jesse; 3B Kingsley, Gabriel; 3W Callum, Caitlin; 4H Tiana, Simon; 5B Bradley; 5F Ryan, Lindsey, Curtis, Hannah; 6K Chelsea, Rowan; 6N Jaiden, Jayden.
Japanese Student of the Week
Year 6 Rowan, Crystal; Year 7 Kalem, Nabighah
PE News
YEAR 4/5/6 SWIMMING
Last Thursday students in years 4, 5 and 6 attended their first swimming lesson. This year our students are participating in the new Maryborough Zone Swim and Survival Program.
Those students who have not brought back notes and money, please bring it in A.S.A.P.
Those students who are not swimming must submit a note to the Principal explaining their withdrawal from the swimming program/P.E. curriculum.
I cannot stress enough, the importance of all students learning how to swim and learning survival techniques. Living in Queensland allows our children the opportunity to participate in many water sports throughout their lifetime. Ensuring all children can swim and survive when faced with difficulty in the water is a priority in order to keep them safe.
REMEMBER TOGS AND TOWELS EVERY THURSDAY!!
YEAR 6 - INTERSCHOOL SPORT
Last week our year 6 students signed up for a sport they will be participating in during Interschool sport on Friday afternoon from October 23rd – November 27th. They had a choice of touch football, softball, basketball, super 8’s cricket and A.F.L.
A note regarding interschool sport was sent home last week.
Please return note and money by Tuesday, October 20th.
STATE CRICKET
Last week the Maryborough Zone Boys and Girls cricket teams competed at the Wide Bay Trials in Bundaberg. Congratulations to Lewis Riebel and Tayla for their selection in the Wide Bay Cricket teams to compete at the State Titles later this year. Tayla will be competing at Rockhampton, November 1st – 3rd; and Lewis will be competing at Toowoomba, November 15th – 19th. We wish you both all the best. A champion effort!
I would also like to acknowledge and thank Mr Finn for coaching the Maryborough Zone Boy’s Cricket Team last week at the Wide Bay Trials. We all appreciate your time and effort. Thankyou!
RUGBY LEAGUE (Prep – Year 5)
Last Tuesday, this Tuesday and this Wednesday our Prep – Year 5 students will be participating in 3 rugby league lessons presented by our Development Officer Matt Palin and his assistant. The students will be engaged in fun games and activities while developing rugby league skills.
Sandii Barsby J P.E. Teacher
Arts Council News
Term 4 Arts Council performance “The Beatty Clan Crew” will be held next Wednesday 21 October for Prep to Year 7 (not including Year 3’s). Cost will be $6 per student or $15 for family of 3 or more. Envelopes have been sent home today.
Fusing traditional Australian Indigenous dance with modern hip hop and funk, The Beatty Clan Crew teaches students about Australia’s unique history of dance. This internationally renowned family group, including Taryn Laleen, Sam Dynamyte, Lil’ Mo’ and Ninni, perform a repertoire of dance styles including electric boogie, beat boxing, hip hop dancing, along with traditional Torres Strait Island songs and drumming. This production is a fresh and contemporary journey that fuses aspects of Indigenous and youth cultures, illustrating how music and dance is fundamental to both.
DATE CLAIMERS
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14-16 Oct
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Scholastic Book Club
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13 October
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P & C Meeting 7.00pm Staffroom
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14 October
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Year 3 Starlab Planetarium
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14 October
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Choral Fest for Senior Choir
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15 October
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Yr 4-6 Day 2 Swimming
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19 October
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Pupil Free Day
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21 October
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Arts Council “The Beatty Clan Crew” – Prep-Year 7 Not Year 3’s
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22 October
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Yr 4-6 Day 3 Swimming
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23 October
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Year 6 Interschool Sport
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23 October
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Family Fun Fair
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27 October
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Concert Band to Perform for Year 4 Students
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29 October
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Senior and Junior Concert Band to perform at Queens Park
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29 October
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Yr 4-6 Day 4 Swimming
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30 October
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Year 6 Interschool Sport
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05 November
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Yr 4-6 Day 5 Swimming
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06 November
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Year 6 Interschool Sport
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11 November
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Year 7 Rec Sport Ten Pin Bowling
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12 November
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Yr 4-6 Day 6 Swimming
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13 November
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Year 6 Interschool Sport
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17 November
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P & C Meeting 7.00pm Staffroom
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18 November
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Year 7 Rec Sport Ten Pin Bowling
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18 November
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Music Night
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19 November
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Junior and Senior Concert band to perform at Market Day
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19 November
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Yr 4-6 Day 7 Swimming
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20 November
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Year 6 Interschool Sport
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23 November
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Prep – Timbarra Christmas Show $6
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25 November
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Year 5 Prophet Mine Excursion $20
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26 November
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Yr 4-6 Day 8 Swimming
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27 November
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Year 6 Interschool Sport
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30 Nov-01 Dec
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Year 4 Camp - Bundaberg
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03 December
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Yr 4-6 Day 9 Swimming
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08 December
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Year 7 Graduation
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10 December
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Yr 4-6 Day 10 Swimming
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P&C News
FAMILY FUN FAIR – Friday 23 October 5.00-8.30pm
Roster Sheets
Last week Roster Sheets for the Family Fun Fair were sent home. Please fill in the rosters where you are able to help and return to the office as soon as possible.
Unlimited Rides Pass
Last week the Pre-Paid Unlimited Rides flyer was also sent home. If you would like to buy a $25 deal please send the slip and money into the office before Thursday 22 October. Receipts for the ride band will be sent home on the Friday 23rd October to be exchanged on the night for a wrist band.
Treasure Map
“Find the hidden treasure” Please make sure that you collect an entry form for the office if you did not receive one last week or on the night at the Fun Fair to be part of this competition. 1 try for $1 or 3 tries for $2. Mark a cross on your map for a chance to win the treasure ($50 cash).
Lucky Wheel
Lucky Wheel prizes are growing weekly so please send your $10 to purchase a Lucky Wheel Ticket. Remember your ticket goes into every prize draw on the night.
Tombola Baskets
Please keep the donations for the Tombola Baskets coming in.
Donations required for Tombola Baskets this year are:
Prep Lollies / Chocolates
Year 1 Stationery
Year 2 Toiletries
Year 3 Homemaker eg. Kitchen items
Year 4 Sweets
Year 5 Gardening
Year 6 Groceries (non-perishables)
Year 7 Party Items - including small toys, puzzles, jigsaws, colouring books (these must be new items)
Laine, P & C President
Community News
· For Sale: 5x school shirts size 8 $25; 5x girls skorts size 6 $25. Please phone 41235842 if interested.
· Fraser Coast Community and Allied Health Service – Hearing Screens for primary school students. Weekly clinic by appointment, Wednesday afternoons from 2.00pm. Parents/guardians are required to attend appointment. For appointment phone 41228733.
· Maryborough Touch Association – the junior touch season is about to get underway. More players are required in all age groups. Please be at the Touch Association Grounds in Sydney Street from 5.00pm this Friday 16 October.
DISCLAIMER: Our school newsletter provides a service to the local community assisting to advertise various endeavours. The publication of this information should not be considered as an endorsement of any particular business, product or service.
You and your child are invited to our “Prep Open Day”
on Tuesday 27 October 2009
from 10am to 11.30am
at Maryborough West State School Prep rooms.
The current Prep children are looking forward to showing all the new 2010 Prep children around and helping them with some fun activities.
We hope you and your child are able to come along and meet the Prep staff and learn some more about how Prep works at Maryborough West State School.
Please bring a small morning tea snack for your child to eat.
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Parents / Caregivers are also invited to
a ‘Parent / Caregivers only’ Orientation Meeting
at Maryborough West State School
on Monday 30 November
from 9am to 10am in our Activity Hall.
At this meeting you will be given more information about the Prep year and a list of items your child will need when starting Prep. We hope you find our Open Day and Parent/ Caregiver Orientation Meeting helpful for your child’s start at Maryborough West State School in 2010.
2009
Planner for Excursions, Camps etc
Notes sent home as required.
Camps
Year 6 1-3 September $165 Brisbane
Year 5 7-9 September $115 Barambah
9-11 September
Year 4 December $70 approx Bundaberg
Swimming
Year 4-6 Term 4 $30approx 10 weeks x 1 day per week
Excursions
Year 5 Term 4 $25 approx Kilkivan
Year 2 August $30 approx Underwater World
Arts Council – 3 Terms $6 per child per term $15 per family per term
Book Club – 9 per year only purchase what you want – when it suits you.
Book Fairs – Only purchase what you want.
Instrumental Music
Music Levy – Term 1 $15 All students learning an instrument
Band Uniform Bond – Term 1 $15 All students in Band/Orchestra (paid once)
Band Uniform Hire – Term 1 $15 All students in Band/Orchestra (paid annually)
Instrument Hire – Term 1 $40 only few students using school instruments
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SSOCIATION
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CONTACT
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West Football Club
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Mark Bygrave 41231992
Lyned Higgins 41235410
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Auskick
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Josh Scanlon 0432268337
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Uniteds Hockey
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Desley Hewitt 41214321
Cheryl Brown 41216737
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Rovers Junior Rugby League
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Jos Kaufman 41210641
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Wallaroo Junior Rugby League
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Scott Robertson 41234538 or
0428164585
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Brothers Junior Rugby League
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Glen Nunan 41222058
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Maryborough Bears AFL Club
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Eileen Grundry 41297241
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Boys’ Brigade
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Col Enchelmaier 41233293
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Girls’ Brigade
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Nalda Brett 41213529
Gwenda Deem 41223984
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DoonVilla Soccer Club
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41234335
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Junior Chess
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Doug Walker 41216121
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M’boro Junior Basketball
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Elva Alloway
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Maryborough Netball Assn
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Julieann Sutcliffe 41222107
Sarah Wlash 41231062
Heather Jocumsen 41292084
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M’boro BMX Club
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Karen 41231353
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West Soccer Club
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Mark Bygrave 41231992
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Maryborough District Soccer
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Kylie 0417636534
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Maryborough Amateur Athletic Club
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Diane Goldsmith 41222875
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Tennis
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Bruce Rayner 41222958
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Anthony Breed’s College of Music
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Anthony Breed 0415104773
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Aztec Softball
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Bev Thatcher 41221215
Leanne Muller 41231817
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Sparx Softball Club
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Suzanne Caulley 0419988535
Lynda Lowjen 0431682254
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Incas Softball Club
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Wendy Mathiesen 41233079 or 0401300376
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Maryborough six-a-side Hockey
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Melissa Wareing 41233518
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Maryborough Futsal Club
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Lynne Sanderson 0407575673
Jenny Milzewski 0428223670
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Ogilvie Dance Centre
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Col 41215103
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Maryborough and District Cycling Club
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Paul Wroe 41244066 (w)
Jim Cross 41210520
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Wide Bay Equestrian Park
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41224618
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Granville Soccer Club
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Alan 41216269
Lee 41232012
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Sunbury Soccer Club
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Judy Foster 41223428
Grant Sawtell 41236993
Mark Sawtell 0417712087
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Maryborough & District Soccer
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Robert Denman 41221177
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Toni Robertson Dance
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41212742
0417212748
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Wide Bay Archers
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Milton Cunningham 41217145
Michael Lynch 41213212
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Tinana Hockey Club
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Celie Hynes 41215472
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Cleone McRoberts Academy of Dance
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41261057
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Vigoro
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Ellen 41212838
Colin 41223772
Carol 41231417
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Junior Squash
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Brian or Helena 41213922
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Hilltop Squash
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Beverley 41222372
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Maryborough Junior Squash
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Brian or Helena 41213922
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Junior Golf
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Pro Shop 41213765
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Brothers Hockey Club
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Leigh 41231286
Jenny 41233847
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Wallaroo Hockey Club
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A Birt 41297191 a/h
V Dove 41221087 a/h
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Timber City Gymnastics
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Heather O’Brien 41212668
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Maryborough Junior Touch
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Kerri 41236171
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Brothers Shamrocks Cricket Club
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Wayne 41222793
Noel 0437442257
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