I’ve only lived in the Burdekin for a month and I’m already feeling pride for the region, but I can’t compare it to the pride I sense from the locals I meet every day.
Burdekin pride was well and truly on display last Saturday night at Burdekin FC’s 50 Year Gala Dinner, where those associated with the club gathered, some coming from as far as Western Australia, to celebrate the memories, achievements, and mateships of the club.
I loved the chat show format of the evening where emcees Michael Taylor and Monica Licciardello riffed through the night while Callan Sunderland roamed through the crowd trying to get old anecdotes out of the crowd members: the saucier, the better.
The room was full of love for Burdekin FC and the life members, committee and players clearly appreciated an opportunity to relive the memories.
It made me wonder if I’ll ever become a life member of a sporting organisation and based on what I saw on the weekend, I certainly hope I do.
Speaking of Burdekin pride, Gracie Hosie is back in town!
I’m sure many of you will be familiar with Gracie from her work with the Water Festival, Youth Council and her many other ventures while living in the Burdekin.
Gracie moved to Brisbane this year for university but has been helping me out this week with some work experience.
Make sure to keep an eye out for some of her stories in this edition and next.
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