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Seventy celebrate 70 years Self-harm A REUNION for the Collie Senior High School class of 1966-1970 was held at the Collie Ridge Resort on March 4. The reunion was to mark and celebrate the 70th birthday for the majority of the class and oddly enough, the celebration had 70 attendees from Collie and far afield. One unfortunate person flew from New Zealand but was unable to attend at the last minute due to COVID-19. The resort proved to be the ideal venue for the occasion with a generous meal provided and a comprehensive bar available to lubricate the vocal cords of all those keen to renew acquaintances from days long past. Promises were made to have another event in the not too distant future.
workshops
Dianne Blackford (nee True), Leanne Ellery (nee Steele) and Steve Davies.
ONLINE workshops on how to respond to young people self-harming will be held next week. The “Be You Spotlight” sessions, which are endorsed by the Collie Suicide Prevention Network, have been designed to unpack professional learning as part of an engaging and interactive conversation. As part of the session, expert facilitators will share understandings of self-harm, explore the Mental Health Continuum (including the 'Window of Tolerance'), discuss student self-regulation and more. The sessions will be held online at 12.30pm and 3pm on Monday, March 20. To register email suicide prevention co-ordinator Jacquie Tarrant at Jacquie. Tarrant@sjog.org.au.
‘Bellissimo’ night for Harmony Day
Rosemarie Bucktin (nee Truscott) and Julie Morfitt (nee Forward).
Film features mural trail A 12-MINUTE documentary film following the creation of the Collie mural trail has been released as part of the plan to boost tourism in Collie. The film showcases the iconic artworks and provides an insight into how the artists worked closely with the Collie community to create designs that reflect the historical spirit of the town. It features the local RSL, first-generation coal and timber workers, railway workers and the town’s Aboriginal community. The documentary also shines a light on the history of the characters that inspired the murals and was inspired by the creative jour-
ney of the artworks completed by artists Jacob ‘Shakey’ Butler and Donald Cook. Collie-Preston MLA Jodie Hanns said the mural trail forms part of the plan to diversify the local economy and deliver sustainable jobs. “We are beyond proud to showcase the film and the story behind our murals and know that it will only further give locals and tourists a reason to visit Collie and make the town a must-see destination in WA,” she said. Mrs Hanns encourages all residents to watch the film. It can be seen online at wa.gov.au/colliemuraltrailfilm.
Neil Motion and Alex Razawaski.
COLLIE Italian and Sporting Club will teach locals about Italian food and culture as part of Harmony Day celebrations. An event to be held on Friday, March 24, from 4pm-8pm, will include the art of pasta and pizza making, as well as beach volleyball and bocce demonstrations. Italian sausages, lasagna and biscuits will be available to try, with live music also provided, along with bar facilities.
BENDIGO BANK MUSIC SHELL FORREST ST COLLIE
