Club visits Tamworth with an aim to infuse money
Members of the Rotary Club of Umina Beach have just returned from a visit to Tamworth which was part of the club's annual Regional Visits Program.
This program has taken club members to parts of the State which have been devastated by natural disasters, with an aim "to infuse money into their struggling businesses", said club publicity officer Mr Pat Lewis.
Previous visits have been to Forbes following the drought and Batemans Bay following the bushfires.
"On this occasion, Tamworth was chosen due to the floods in the area and the hardships faced by individuals and businesses in coping with these.
"As hard as this is, the surrounds of Tamworth are a magnificent green reminiscent of England, a beautiful sight to see.
"Welcome income was provided for accommodation at the Big 4 Paradise Tourist Park and visits to the Golden Guitar Wax Museum, the outstanding facilities at the Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre, and several restaurants within Tamworth.
"Beyond, the club members visited the Chaffey Dam on the way to the wonderful small town of Nundle where support was given to Mount Misery Gold Mine Cafe."
Mr Lewis said that at Nundle an interesting tour was given through the replica gold mine of the early gold rushes.
"Their guide through the mine was former Umina Public and Woy Woy High student, Warren Tremain."
The group also toured "the iconic Nundle Woolen Mill where the whole process from fleece to yarn was demonstrated, followed by much appreciated spending in the store".
Finally a farewell lunch was enjoyed at the beautiful Dungowan Station, established in 1834.
"The club highly recommends this trip to all," said Mr Lewis.
SOURCE:
Media release, 30 Oct 2022
Pat Lewis, Rotary Umina Beach