McLean Beach Parkrun reaches a fun milestone this weekend, with its 200th run.
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Parkrun is a free, timed 5km walk or run held Saturday mornings, with all abilities welcome.
The events are not competitive and are open to people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.
Deniliquin jumped on the bandwagon in 2021.
It is run by volunteers who ensure everyone has a fun time, while providing lots of encouragement.
Walkers are just as welcome as runners, and children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult.
Dogs are also welcome, but the rule is one dog per person on a hand-held, non-retractable lead.
The McLean Beach Parkrun starts at 8am from the start of the Beach to Beach walk, at the end of the McLean Beach car park.
Newcomers are welcome. Just register for your barcode before arriving, at www.parkrun.com.au/register, and arrive a little earlier to learn the lay of the land.
Volunteers are always needed. Reach out to the local group via the McLean Beak Parkrun Facebook page if you can help.
ANZAC exhibition
The Deniliquin Genealogy Society will open a special Anzac Day themed exhibition at the Edward River Library next week.
It will showcase a remarkable collection of photographs and memorabilia gathered by members, and donated for the exhibition by local families.
It will be launched on Monday from 10.30am, with Lieutenant Colonel Neil Smith AM as the special guest.
RSVPs for this event must be received by the close of business today, Friday, April 10.
The exhibition will then be open for viewing on weekdays (10am-5pm) and from 10am to noon Saturdays in April.
Jade on stage tonight
Don’t miss your chance to see one of Deni’s favourite sons live at the Deniliquin RSL Club tonight.
Jade Hurley returns to the local stage for a ticketed event at the Deniliquin RSL Club.
And along for the ride is Rodney Vincent.
Given how much love is out there for Jade still, we’re expecting it will be a big one.
Tickets are limited, so make sure to book early to avoid disappointment.
Whenever we’ve shared something on our social media pages about Jade’s pending visit, you’ve shared your favourite memories.
And we’ve love reading them.
Many of you remember Jade from his days as a local radio DJ, and for his Deniliquin Town Hall performances.
Some of you have more intimate memories of the block you were mates with or grew up down the road from.
Doors to tonight’s show at the Deni RSL Dunlop Room will open at 7.30pm, with the show from 8pm. Had down earlier for a meal before the show.
Tickets are available at Deni RSL reception, where you can also book a seat on the all-day courtesy bus, or call 5881 1455.
Orana raffle results
Orana’s Easter Raffle has been drawn, with Bev Nixon claiming the first prize.
Second went to Lyn O’Brian and third to Leo Barry.
Orana management and staff thanked everyone for their support of the raffle.
Prizes are to be collected from Orana.
Weather changes
Mother Nature just could not make up her mind yesterday.
Rainy and cold, to humid and overcast, and even bright bursts of sun - we had it all.
But when it was raising, it seems to come down quite heavy.
It’s getting harder to trust the official Bureau of Meteorology weather station at Deniliquin Airport when it comes to rain.
Even though we had a few intense bursts, only 1mm was officially recorded at the time of going to print yesterday.
We’re sure your rain gauges measured much more. You are welcome to email us and let us know.
The mercury still rose to about 27℃ yesterday, accounting for the humidity.
A little more rain (0-5mm) is forecast for today and tomorrow, before sunny days are here again.