The Temora and District Education Fund (TDEF) held their annual general meeting at the Temora Shire Council Chambers in October. During the meeting it was reported that 34 Temora and district young people were recipients of $84,000 in grants and matching grants up to 30 June, in the last round across a broad cross section of career paths. TDEF president mayor Rick Firman said that he was particularly pleased to see an increase in trades people applying for grants and being successful. “I must pay particular tribute to the Interview Panel in our Patron - Mr Gary Lavelle (Chairman), Mr Arthur Bradley and Dr Wayne Lehmann, the considerable time and effort they put in is much appreciated by us all,” Cr Firman said. “It should be noted that the TDEF, since our inception in 2008, have distributed over $700,000 in grants, matching grants and various other forms of assistance to 440 youngsters. “This is a remarkable achievement and one that the board, our members and our community can be proud of – and we look forward to building on this impressive result.” This year’s panel will have a slight change with Gary Lynch replacing Arthur Bradley. This year Mrs Sue Wylie advised of her intention to stand down due to family commitments and Cr Firman thanked her for her valuable contributions throughout her time on the board. The current board and office holders are as follows: PATRON: Gary Lavelle PRESIDENT: Rick Firman DEPUTY PRESIDENT: Graham Sinclair SECRETARY: Louise Grant TREASURER: Narelle Pinney PUBLIC OFFICER: Ian Reid BOARD MEMBERS: • Shane Baldry • Arthur Bradley • Mark Crawford • Tom Grant • Rob Hartwig • Dr Wayne Lehmann • Gary Lynch • Bruce Robinson • Daryl Williams
