Two dedicated Tocumwal women have successfully completed the gruelling 35km Bloody Long Walk from Palm Beach to Manly, raising vital funds and awareness for mitochondrial disease - despite being battered by wind and rain along the way.

Anne Logie and Anne Braybon laced up their shoes and hit the Sydney coastline on Sunday, August 3, joining more than 1,100 participants in the national fundraising challenge.

“The conditions were absolutely terrible,” said the pair.

“We were walking through gusty winds and steady rain, with 38mm falling during the day.

“The headwinds made it an incredibly tough walk.”

Despite the harsh weather, the pair powered through, finishing around the 800th mark and raising an impressive $1,731 for the Mito Foundation.

In the lead-up to the event, the pair had been spotted training around Tocumwal in their distinctive red team shirts, determined to be ready for the challenge.

The Bloody Long Walk is held in cities across Australia and aims to raise both funds and awareness for mitochondrial disease (mito) - a devastating and currently incurable condition that affects the body’s ability to produce energy, often leading to multiple organ failure.

Funds raised support critical research and family support services through the Mito Foundation.

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The works on Tocumwal’s National Memorial WAAAF Creek Walk are now complete.

The project saw Bessies Bridge, Robert Bridge, and the Boardwalk Bridge replaced with reinforced steel structures, ensuring greater resilience and safety for public use.

The upgrades come in response to damage caused by recent flood events, which have compromised the structural integrity of the current wooden bridges.

The project will see Bessies Bridge, Robert Bridge, and the Boardwalk Bridge replaced with reinforced steel structures, ensuring greater resilience and safety for public use.

The upgrades come in response to damage caused by recent flood events, which have compromised the structural integrity of the current wooden bridges.

The works are being jointly funded by the Australian and NSW governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements, aimed at improving public infrastructure impacted by natural disasters.

All three pedestrian bridges have been successfully installed and the area has been revitalised to honour the service and history of the WAAAF.

Berrigan Shire Council is proud to have delivered this meaningful project for the community.

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For the first time in our region, a group of talented local artists are coming together to offer the public a rare opportunity to step inside their creative worlds.

Community River Arts Inc is proud to present the inaugural Artist Open Studio Trail, taking place this Saturday, from 10am to 3pm.

This exciting community event invites art lovers, curious minds, and supporters of local talent to explore five unique artist studios.

Visitors will have the chance to meet the artists, witness live demonstrations, enjoy a cuppa, and even purchase original handcrafted artwork.

The Artist Open Studio Trail promises more than just a visual journey.

With each $20 ticket, guests receive a map to all five studio locations and enjoy a warm welcome that includes morning and afternoon tea, as well as lunch at selected venues along the trail.

Vintage Wood N’ That will be the lunch venue for the trail who have always been a generous supporter of local community groups.

This is such a great opportunity to see what goes on behind the scenes in an artist’s studio.

Whether you’re a seasoned art collector or simply love seeing creativity in action, the Artist Open Studio Trail offers a relaxed, inspiring day out immersed in local culture and talent.

For tickets and information, please contact Fiona Hackett on 0438 008 113 or email fionam.hackett@hotmail.com.

You can also follow the Community River Arts Inc. on social media for updates and ticket sales.

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The Tocumwal War Memorial Hall committee is holding its AGM today at the hall, commencing at 4pm.

This is to be followed by their regular monthly meeting.

Anyone interested in the history of the WWI War Memorial Hall and the committee’s activities are most welcome to attend.

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