Published on Tuesday, 1 January 2013 at 12:00:00 AM
Our final welcome breakfast for the year was held at Paraburdoo swimming pool at 8.30am on 11th November 2012.
A bright and sunny, perfect Pilbara morning, set the scene for our community to enjoy free admission and a delicious barbecue breakfast by our pristine pool.
Bacon, eggs and sausages were expertly cooked by St Teresa’ Catholic Church and served on fresh bread rolls. Yoghurt, cereals and scrumptious fruit platters were on the menu with fruit juice and ice water for refreshment. The Cuppa Van from Tom Price found a shady position in the car park providing an irresistible diversion for coffee lovers.
Eliza’s bubble wands and Willi’s face painting delighted children and adults alike with plenty of giggles and fun. Willi donated hours of her time and creativeness, patiently painting works of art onto many faces and forearms of the crowd.
Devil to Angel Dog trainer, Tegan Young and The Paraburdoo Scout’s Jo & Steve Hudson and Jess Davis were on hand and happy to provide membership forms and share information regarding services they provide to the community.
Karen Howarth from Paraburdoo library supervised a shady table for our future artists to express themselves with a variety of wonderful art and craft activities. While Denise Wright from Leaping Lizards travelled all the way from Onslow, conducting several Yoga sessions on the green grassed area. For many children the sessions were an introduction to yoga and by the smiles & laughter, Denise’s Yoga was a big hit.
Throughout the day, attendees looked on while Lisa Johnson, swimming instructor from Little Fish Swim School was teaching our youngsters water skills and how to swim.
Rio Tinto and the Shire of Ashburton, who work in collaboration for Welcome Events, shared an information table. Jacquie Price and Cheril Anderson Smith provided surveys, pamphlets and free giveaways such as welcome packs, 40th Anniversary magazines and lollypops.
The Pilbara Regiment, B Troop’s Warrant Officer Grover, travelled from Tom Price, accompanied by Lieutenant Brown and Corporal Hunter to conduct Remembrance Dayformalities. A number of B Troop’s army reserves reside in Paraburdoo and WO Officer Grover was available to provide information and enquiries from our community. The army vehicle on display proved to be popular, particularly with males in the crowd.
Cr Rumble began the Remembrance Day Service introducing Lieutenant Brown, who conducted a moving speech and one minutes silence at 11am, concluding the Welcome Breakfast event.
The Pilbara Regiment’s presence and contribution to the day was very much appreciated.
By the end of the day, 457 community members attended and some very positive feedback was received. Attendees enjoyed being able to eat breakfast and socialise with friends, family and new faces to town.
By Lisa Rickert, Event Organiser
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