2021 Kid's Christmas Party
Although the weather was threatening in the morning which kept a few faint hearts away, Santa returned in triumph to Meadmore Junction on Sunday, 19 December. Arriving in an impeccably presented Tait swing door set, the jolly old gentleman was warmly received by kids of all ages. The Diamond Valley Miniature Railway are to be congratulated for their assistance on the day with Covid restrictions still very much in evidence, it is a great blessing to be able to occupy our own exclusive area in their extensive layout.
As the result of an enquiry from Lisa Morris on the locations we have utilised over the past 44 years; following some research, I have detailed those venues on page two. It makes for interesting reading and confirms the fact that the Lower Eltham Train Park is the premier location for this activity.
As the result of an enquiry from Lisa Morris on the locations we have utilised over the past 44 years; following some research, I have detailed those venues on page two. It makes for interesting reading and confirms the fact that the Lower Eltham Train Park is the premier location for this activity.
The following members and guests registered their attendance:
Peter and Elizabeth Branagan. Rod, Sharon, Adam, Sally, Gemma and Ava Westgarth. Stan and Joy Rydel. Brett, Andrea, Heath and Ruby Clancy. Adam, Sally, Angus and Oliver Friend. Chris, Simone and Chantelle Branagan. Kaz Mesti and Maison. Tim, Kim, Ethan, Keira and Olivia Branagan. Andrew, Jenny, Charlie and Audrey Clark. Ian Smith. Meaghan, Hannah and Connor Johnstone, Alexis and Hunter Purcell. Lisa and Sophie Crosby. Fiona, Matt, Sam, Will and Milly Glenn. Val, Ted and Zoe Plastow. Heather Rydel, Isobel and Charlotte. Sue Rydel, Corey and Ryder Ogston. Craig, Anita and William Burn with Naeve Kennedy. Rod, Bev, Ashley, Taylor and Hayden (Trooper) Jones. Rob Toy. Chris, Lisa, James and Emma Morris. Carol, Ren, and Maree Proietto. Andrea, Mark, Rhys and Amelia Foley. Angela, Sandy, Evie and Alyssa Gittens. Nicole, Jeff, Ryder, Ayla and Indigo Coxford. Kate, Sam and Stazi Innocenti. Andrew Lewthwaite and Mikayla Beament. Joan and David Finlayson with Carolyn Knaggs.
Once again Rod and Sharon Westgarth put on an outstanding day for all. Thanks also to Andy and Jenny Clark and to Lindsay Christensen and David Finlayson for the provision of raffle prizes and giveaways.
Peter and Elizabeth Branagan. Rod, Sharon, Adam, Sally, Gemma and Ava Westgarth. Stan and Joy Rydel. Brett, Andrea, Heath and Ruby Clancy. Adam, Sally, Angus and Oliver Friend. Chris, Simone and Chantelle Branagan. Kaz Mesti and Maison. Tim, Kim, Ethan, Keira and Olivia Branagan. Andrew, Jenny, Charlie and Audrey Clark. Ian Smith. Meaghan, Hannah and Connor Johnstone, Alexis and Hunter Purcell. Lisa and Sophie Crosby. Fiona, Matt, Sam, Will and Milly Glenn. Val, Ted and Zoe Plastow. Heather Rydel, Isobel and Charlotte. Sue Rydel, Corey and Ryder Ogston. Craig, Anita and William Burn with Naeve Kennedy. Rod, Bev, Ashley, Taylor and Hayden (Trooper) Jones. Rob Toy. Chris, Lisa, James and Emma Morris. Carol, Ren, and Maree Proietto. Andrea, Mark, Rhys and Amelia Foley. Angela, Sandy, Evie and Alyssa Gittens. Nicole, Jeff, Ryder, Ayla and Indigo Coxford. Kate, Sam and Stazi Innocenti. Andrew Lewthwaite and Mikayla Beament. Joan and David Finlayson with Carolyn Knaggs.
Once again Rod and Sharon Westgarth put on an outstanding day for all. Thanks also to Andy and Jenny Clark and to Lindsay Christensen and David Finlayson for the provision of raffle prizes and giveaways.
Santa arrived at Meadmore Junction on time and was warmly greeted by some of the kids who had been ‘patiently’ awaiting his arrival. He was directed to the toy cave by Mrs Simone Branagan. A light drizzle was falling, but didn’t dampen any spirits!
2019 Kid’s Christmas Party
A fine, sunny day greeted 100 members, friends and families at the 2019 Christmas Party on Sunday 15 December.
Attendence was up this year with some first timers appearing. Santa arrived on time at 1300 hrs on a beautifully presented Tait Car and our two dedicated trains were fully subscribed. Ed Plastow was in good form again selling the raffle tickets. Sincere thanks to the prize donors, particularly Lindsay Christensen for their continuing generosity.
Many thanks to Rod and Sharon Westgarth for their unflagging efforts to ensure this activity is a premier event on our calendar. The rumour proved correct – long term Santa’s helper Lauren Westgarth with brand new baby Tex Leo Peile did make a welcome re-appearance and doled out pressies with Hannah Johnstone.
Attendence was up this year with some first timers appearing. Santa arrived on time at 1300 hrs on a beautifully presented Tait Car and our two dedicated trains were fully subscribed. Ed Plastow was in good form again selling the raffle tickets. Sincere thanks to the prize donors, particularly Lindsay Christensen for their continuing generosity.
Many thanks to Rod and Sharon Westgarth for their unflagging efforts to ensure this activity is a premier event on our calendar. The rumour proved correct – long term Santa’s helper Lauren Westgarth with brand new baby Tex Leo Peile did make a welcome re-appearance and doled out pressies with Hannah Johnstone.
Production Director Meaghan Johnstone (right) lays down the ground rules prior to present distribution!
Christmas Party 2018
2018 Kid’s Christmas Party An overcast day greeted 90 members, friends and families at the 2018 Christmas Party on Sunday 16 December. Numbers were down a little, possibly due to the threat of rain keeping some faint hearts away! Santa arrived on time at 1300hrs on his own special Tait cars set and our two dedicated trains were fully booked out. A special mention to Ed Plastow for his raffle ticket selling efforts and to prize donors particularly Lindsay Christensen, Ian Smith, the Westgarth, Rydell and Finlayson families. Many thanks to Rod and Sharon Westgarth for their time and dedication, as always they ensure this activity is a premier event in our calendar. Thanks also to Santa’s two new helpers Chantelle Branagan and Sophie Crosbie. Rumours abound that Santa’s long term helper Lauren Westgarth may return next year with a brand new addition!
The following members and guests registered their attendance: Peter and Elizabeth Branagan. Chris, Simone, Chantelle and Nathan Branagan with Ryan Everest. Tim, Kim, Ethan and Keira Branagan. Ian Smith. Glen and Meaghan Johnstone with Hunter and Alexis Purcell. Fiona, Matthew, Samuel, William, Amelia, Winsome and Colin Glenn with Xavi Materell. Shane, Lisa, Jared and Sophie Crosbie with Rhianna Nunn. David and Joan Finlayson with Caroline Knaggs. Rod and Sharon Westgarth. Adam, Sally, Gemma and Ava Westgarth. Ted, Val and Zoe Plastow. Andrew, Jenny and Charlie Clark. Bob Dacey with Samantha and Ruby Ker. Rod, Beverley, Ashley, Taylor and Hayden Jones. Godfrey Camenzuli and Kerry Marshall with Ella, Andrew and Damien. Chris and Lisa Morris. Kate, Samuel and Annastazia Innocenti. Mark, Andrea, Amelia and Rhys Foley. Jeff, Nicole, Ayla, Ryder and Indigo Coxford. Maree, Ren, Carol and Angela Proietto with Sandy Gittens. Stan and Joy Rydell.Andrea, Brett, Heath and Ruby Clancy.Abbey, Suzi, Corey and Ryder Rydell. Adam, Sally, Angus and Oliver Friend.
The following members and guests registered their attendance: Peter and Elizabeth Branagan. Chris, Simone, Chantelle and Nathan Branagan with Ryan Everest. Tim, Kim, Ethan and Keira Branagan. Ian Smith. Glen and Meaghan Johnstone with Hunter and Alexis Purcell. Fiona, Matthew, Samuel, William, Amelia, Winsome and Colin Glenn with Xavi Materell. Shane, Lisa, Jared and Sophie Crosbie with Rhianna Nunn. David and Joan Finlayson with Caroline Knaggs. Rod and Sharon Westgarth. Adam, Sally, Gemma and Ava Westgarth. Ted, Val and Zoe Plastow. Andrew, Jenny and Charlie Clark. Bob Dacey with Samantha and Ruby Ker. Rod, Beverley, Ashley, Taylor and Hayden Jones. Godfrey Camenzuli and Kerry Marshall with Ella, Andrew and Damien. Chris and Lisa Morris. Kate, Samuel and Annastazia Innocenti. Mark, Andrea, Amelia and Rhys Foley. Jeff, Nicole, Ayla, Ryder and Indigo Coxford. Maree, Ren, Carol and Angela Proietto with Sandy Gittens. Stan and Joy Rydell.Andrea, Brett, Heath and Ruby Clancy.Abbey, Suzi, Corey and Ryder Rydell. Adam, Sally, Angus and Oliver Friend.