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Oct 29, 2021
Local organisation: Illawarra Woodworkers Group in Fairy Meadow
From meeting in members' garages to setting up their own space, the Illawarra Woodworkers Group has grown since it began with just a handful of members in 1988. Treasurer William Perry joined the g
Oct 1, 2021
Local business: Capri By Fleur E Scent in Balgownie
Lauren Basi was running a successful wedding and events floristry business, Fleur E Scent, when COVID hit. With a decrease in events, it prompted her to open up Capri By Fleur E Scent, a Balgownie gif
Sep 1, 2021
Local organisation: Fairy Meadow Rotary Club
A strong family involvement in Rotary, led Fairy Meadow Rotary Club past president and current new generations director Kerrie Guillaume to join the local club herself 20 years ago. Kerrie, who is
Jul 30, 2021
Local places: Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
The Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens at Mount Pleasant, with its wandering pathways and blooming flowers underneath magnificent Mount Kiera, is often the picture-perfect spot for weddings and quaint par
Jul 2, 2021
Local business: Fraternity Club steeped in history
Started by a group of Italian migrants, the Italian traditions and culture has been a key element of the Fraternity Club in Fairy Meadow’s success. It’s why it’s important for the club to continue to
May 28, 2021
Local people: Donald Street, Fairy Meadow resident Vicki Smede
Vicki Smede has a life long love for the Fairy Meadow area. She’s lived most of her life in the seaside located Donald Street in Fairy Meadow and is the first of three generations of the Smede family
Apr 30, 2021
Local business: farewell to Hilary's Boutique
One of Fairy Meadow’s iconic fashion businesses, Hilary’s Boutique, closed its doors in April. We spoke to Lynne Marshall about the Fairy Meadow business, it’s history, why it was so important to t
Apr 1, 2021
Local people: long-time Fairy Meadow resident Max Tenhane
Born in the Netherlands, 92-year-old Max Tenhane headed to Australia 70 years ago by himself. When the former army officer shifted from Sydney to Fairy Meadow 10 years later, he knew he’d found his ho