A Note From Roie: The end of 2020 and our final edition for the year also brings with it the beginning of my maternity leave and the start of my new chapter. I would like to thank the great team we have here at the Phoenix and all of our wonderful advertisers that make my job so enjoyable. I leave my position in the very capable hands of Zoe Smith while I put up my feet (clean and bake) and wait for the arrival of our first baby in February. Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and looking forward to seeing you all again on my return. – Roselea Rowston, General Manager
Mind Your Mental Health: The festive season can often trigger feelings of loneliness, isolation and / or grief. Rural Adversity Mental Health Program (RAMHP) Coordinator Di Gill said, “2020 has been an unprecedented year in terms of financial stressors, relationship challenges, isolation, grief and high levels of uncertainty involved. If you know someone in your neighbourhood who may have been doing it tough, now is the time to reach out and check that they’re okay. We can all do our bit to be caring, supportive listeners and good neighbours.”
Where to get help: If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000 or go to your nearest hospital emergency department. If you’re concerned about your own or someone else’s mental health, call the NSW Mental Health Line 1800 011 511 for advice, Lifeline on 131114 or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467.
Contact your local RAMHP co-ordinator via phone: 02 6363 8444, email: ramhp@newcastle.edu.au or online www.ramhp.com.au.
Have A Crafty Christmas: The Orana House Trust Committee and Canowindra Creative Centre Mosaic and Craft groups wish everyone a happy and safe Christmas. The Mosaic and Craft groups have closed for the year and will recommence Monday 11th January 2021.
Stork News: Saoirse Elvy Molloy was born on 7th December 2020 at 8:51am at Cowra Hospital to parents Kristy and Dara Molloy, weighing in at 3.67kg and measuring 50cm. She joins brother Rusty and is a beloved grandchild to Steve and Kim Tabone and Frank and Cora Molloy.
Welcome baby Saoirse Elvy Molloy.