Blakebrook blitz competition in soccer knockout

PSSA Small Schools

“Soccer mad!” is how teacher Damian Cootes describes his students at Blakebrook Public School.

As their football coach he is also very proud of the fact that they came home from Sydney last week from the NSW

Soccer Knockout as the grand fnal champions.

“We have a 37-student school at Blakebrook and 14 of them were in the soccer team,” he said.

“Any break times we have, they are playing soccer.”

In the competition, the team played four games in the lead up to the fnals then had their semi-fnals and grand fnal on the same day.

“It was massive,” said Damian.

“So much nervous energy and excitement leading up to the frst game.

“Our goal was just to be able to get to Sydney.

Men’s Health Education Rural Van visits Casino

Upper Richmond

Rotary Club in Casino is hosting a visit from MHERV

‘Saving local lives’ is the objective of the Rotary Men’s Health Education Rural Van (mherv) which, thanks to the Rotary Club of Upper Richmond, is coming to Casino.

FREE – 10minute –health checks which cover blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Originally targeted to men, women are also encouraged to take advantage of the FREE screening whilst they can. Everyone is busy and time is not always a priority to plan a trip to the doctor for a checkup.

Mherv is operated by the Rotary Club of Warners Bay in collaboration with the local NSW Rotary Clubs and other local community organisations and has operating for over 6 years, travelling regional and rural NSW. The service is offered in a relaxed, confdential and informal setting. The mherv Registered nurse conducts the tests and discusses any health concerns seated in the privacy of the van.

Mherv screenings have saved many lives and improved health outcomes for many men and women throughout NSW.

You are invited to take the opportunity to have a quick, free health

“They blitzed the other team, and the fear was they would be ruined for the grand fnal.”

In the semi-fnals, Blakebrook played against Willow Tree Public School, a small school north of Scone.

“The semi-fnal match against Willow Tree Public School was a testament to our talent and determination (and we) secured a resounding 7-2 victory,” said Damian.

Later that day, the team gathered their energy to face Spring Hill Public School, from west of Bathurst.

“Despite the fatigue from the previous match, our players dug deep and displayed incredible resilience,” Damian said.

“The fnal score of 6-3 was a testament to their unwavering spirit and commitment.” check. Just ten minutes invested with mherv can save your life or the life of someone you love. This FREE service will be available for walk-ins for men and women on the following dates:

The team made the long trip back from Sydney, all with a medal each and a determination to be back-to-back champions in 2025.

FRIDAY 4th October – full day clinic (9:30am to 4:15pm)

SATURDAY 5th

October – full day clinic (9:30am to 4:15pm)

VENUE: COLES

Carpark, Corner Hickey and Canterbury Streets, Casino