Frost Fest Launch

Frost Fest (August 2009) is a combination of many things: part music, part community event, part fund raiser. There are a hundred possibilities.

Here is how it works:

Firstly, as part of Brand Orange's all year round schedule of events it's a chance to turn an otherwise dreary time of year into a celebration. Give ourselves a boost at a time of year when we all need something to look forward too.

In part it's also a reflection of the role music has played in past Foodweek and Wineweek celebrations. It's a chance to put on some great entertainment and get everyone out of the house, even only for a few hours.

It's also an opportunity for a large part of the local population to get involved. School kids, sports teams, local charities and community groups will all have an opportunity to participate.

This is the message I was given in the invitation to attend the Frost Fest launch. The event was held at the Hotel Orange and the presentation put on by Glenn Mickle certainly gave you something to think about. He is very passionate about the concept and I believe it is something we all should support for our community and our tourism.

For further information contact Glenn Mickle glenn.mickle@morsegroup.com.au

Golden West Centenary Camp Celebrations

I had the pleasure of calling out to the Orange Scout camp which is near lake Canobolas. It was a packed house with plenty of tents set up and people everywhere. Mixed in amongst all of this was lots of laughter and play.
Our Scout leaders had put on a show of activities including a flying fox/abseiling wall where the children could try out their talents. There was a mix of challenges, craft, physical games and a guided tour through the history of Scouts. Interesting enough were the poles which held different colour ribbons to show of activities each group had been involved in. There were even some of the previous scout and leaders from many years ago talking about their time. The memories came pouring in along with the laughter from reminiscing those times.
We are lucky to have such committed people who are willing to be our Scout leaders who support and help our young people learn about ethics and values. Then there are the skills and confidence building that's goes with being involved in activities and a part of a team. I recommend this organisation after what I have seen at different events and from having a young man in our family who has had the best adventures through Scouts.
Keep up the great work! we are very lucky to have you.
Fiona

Back 2 Family Basics- Budget Planner Book Launch

It has taken 6 months for this project to come to fruition. The idea we already had and had been using for many years but the time had come after speaking with Bruce at the Business Enterprise Centre to make it available to the public. One step at a time we put our hand written material together. Then came the insertion of pictures and templates and then the visit to the printers. Scared! yes we were, having never done anything like this before.

We held the evening event to inform the public and launch our first product with our newly named business Back 2 Family Basics. The evening was a huge success with guest speakers Mayor John Davis who welcomed everyone and spoke about our passion to support families. Then Bruce Buchanan Executive Officer for the Business Enterprise Centre spoke about how the product evolved from a prompting telephone conversation. Bruce gave us the push to get out there and promote what we had, it is a conversation we will long remember.

The budgeting planner pack is our first product that has come to fruition. It provides all the resources you need to get you on track with your financial commitments. Truly great value and so easy to use. There are plenty more fabulous products to follow which will help individuals and families to get on track.

Visit our web-site and check it all out, better still purchase the budget planner pack and get ahead financially. Register for the news letter and stay up to day with whats new on the market with Back 2 family basics.