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Feb 4, 2022

Local organisation: Balgownie Junior Football Club

Before the Balgownie Junior Football Club formed, the area already had a rich football history through its senior team, The Balgownie Rangers Football Club. The senior team is one of the oldest run

Nov 26, 2021

Local organisation: Fairy Meadow Surf Life Saving Club

Some of Fairy Meadow Surf Life Saving Club president Bill Kuiper's fondest memories as a patrolling member were simply standing on the water's edge and watching the families enjoy themselves. Havin

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