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Tocumwal Brewing support for Can Assist

Can Assist Tocumwal members Lorraine Blain, Bev Campbell, Sandy Drysdale and Hellen Beer.

The community came together to support Tocumwal Can Assist at its fundraiser on Saturday.

There was an excellent turnout at Tocumwal Brewing Co to help this great cause.

The event exceeded expectations with the amount of money raised, particularly with the sale of tickets for their Red Balloon raffle.

Congratulations to Edward Grayson who was announced as the raffle winner and received a $1000 voucher to spend on the Red Balloon website.

More than $5500 was raised by this raffle, including ticket sales in the months before the event, plus on the day.

Attendees enjoyed food and drinks available for purchase, while the venue was donated by the Tocumwal Brewing Co.

Co-owner Nathan Haley provided live entertainment throughout the afternoon.

Congratulations to Can Assist on a great event.

 

southernriverinanews.com.au

Mar 24, 2026

Community heroes celebrated

Individuals and groups from the Southern Riverina who have made a difference in their communities have been rewarded by NSW member for Murray Helen Dalton.

Ms Dalton presented her latest round of Community Recognition Statements certificates this week, in a ceremony at Deniliquin.

Certificates are presented to anyone Ms Dalton has singles out in Parliament throughout the year.

Each statement is permanently recorded in Hansard, the official parliamentary record, ensuring the contributions of individuals and groups are recognised for generations to come.

“It’s one of the pleasures of being a state representative, we have the capacity to recognise the wonderful things happening in our community” Ms Dalton said.

“There are a lot of unsung heroes in our communities, and people are just astounded when they hear what goes on.”

A recipients from the Southern Riverina Region was Krue’s Kruze.

I would like to recognise the incredible efforts of the organisers and participants of the fourth annual Can Assist Motley Krue Tocumwal Motorcycle Kruze.

This fantastic event saw 40 riders and 15 patrons travel through Finley, Berrigan, Barooga, and back to Tocumwal, raising an impressive $7,000 for Can Assist Tocumwal.

These funds will go directly towards supporting local individuals undergoing cancer treatment, ensuring they receive vital assistance during difficult times.

The success of the event is a testament to the generosity and community spirit of everyone involved.

Special acknowledgment goes to Garry ‘Garbo’ Haberfield for his outstanding fundraising efforts, as well as Mark Prentice, who took home the award for best bike.

The continued success of Krues Kruze demonstrates the power of local communities coming together for a worthy cause.

Congratulations to all the organisers, riders, and supporters who made this event such a success. Your efforts are truly making a difference in people’s lives.

Massive Murray Paddle

Paddler Mark Gowty (middle) with Can Assist volunteers and supporters in Tocumwal.

 

Mark Gowty completed the Massive Murray Paddle last week, with a fundraiser coinciding with his day one Yarrawonga to Tocumwal leg.

Can Assist is pleased to announce that Mark’s fundraiser has reached $4500 with money raised from its barbecue lunch, and all the generous donations received throughout the campaign.

CanAssist would like to thank the Farmers Arms Hotel for allowing them to use their beer garden for their barbecue, and for donating the salads.

They also thank Steve Bell Music for donating his time to entertain those in attendance, to the cooks for manning the barbecue, and to the volunteers for donating so much of their time to plan the event, and sell wristbands and raffle tickets.

 

southernriverinanews.com.au

Nov 26, 2025

Trivia raises $1200 for cancer aid

The Key of C was the winning team at the trivia night benefiting Can Assist Tocumwal.

 

Can Assist Tocumwal’s recent trivia night was a resounding success, drawing a sold-out crowd and raising about $1,200 to assist local individuals and families affected by cancer.

Attendees enjoyed a night filled with fun, laughter, and friendly competition.

This year’s event followed the success of previous years and featured lively trivia rounds hosted by Shylie and Graham Priestley from Trivia Tragic’s, a major raffle, and a series of gold-coin games.

Teams of six or eight competed for great prizes including local shopping vouchers, a handcrafted rug and a foot spa.

The winning team this year was The Key of C, with second place going to team Cool Cats.

The committee hopes to do it all again next year.

Can Assist Tocumwal’s Charity Bowls Day

Glen Baldwin is watched on by his teammates in the charity bowls event.

 

Can Assist Tocumwal’s Charity Bowls Day was a huge success with thanks to all the members, volunteers, attendees, and Club Tocumwal for making it such a memorable event.

The final tally is in and almost $1,500 was raised to support locals in need through Can Assist Tocumwal.

Held on Friday, June 13, the event brought together more than 80 bowlers of all experience levels for a relaxed and fun-filled day on the green.

Teams of four enjoyed light refreshments, friendly competition, and great company – all while supporting a fantastic local cause.

Prizes were awarded to the winning team, and the community generously contributed through raffle ticket sales and donations.

Can Assist Tocumwal thank everyone who took part and helped make a real difference.

 

www.yarrawongachronicle.com.au

Jun 25, 2025

Krue’s Kruze raises $7,000 for Can Assist Tocumwal

A wonderful fundraising event was held last Saturday with the annual Can Assist Motley Krue Toxumwal Motorbike Can Assist Kruze.

This year – the fourth year for the event – 40 riders participated.

Another 15 patrons travelled with them on the Farmers Arms Hotel courtesy bus as they made their way to Finley, Berrigan, Barooga and back to Tocumwal.

More than $7000 was raised for Tocumwal Can Assist, an incredible amount for such a good cause.

These funds remain in our community and provide important support to locals undergoing cancer treatment.

“We sold out of egg and bacon rolls before departure, the courtesy bus was pretty well full and there was standing room only when we arrived at the Farmers Arms Hotel in Toc,” event committee member Garry ‘Garbo’ Haberfield said.

“Everything went to plan.

“All seemed to go well, barring me getting a flat tire, but it was a really great event.

“We had three riders from Jerilderie and another three from Shepparton.”

The highest fundraiser award went to ‘Garbo’, followed by Geoff Terry and then the boys from Haynes Butchery.

The best bike prize was awarded to Mark Prentice.

The Can Assist committee thank ‘Garbo’ and Annie Haberfield for their continued efforts in organising the event.

They also give a big thank you to all local businesses and individuals who made donations and to Farmers Arms Hotel for their sponsorship and help on the day.

 

www.southernriverinanews.com.au

Feb 12, 2025

Tocumwal Can Assist Fashion Show and High Tea

Mel Armstrong modelling some of the clothes at the Can Assist fundraiser.

 

The Tocumwal Can Assist Fashion Show and High Tea was held on October 28 and was a resounding success.

More than 120 people attended and enjoyed a wonderful high tea, raffles and an impressive fashion show of Tocumwal’s Ida Jane’s clothing modelled by the very talented team of Can Assist members.

Can Assist extends thanks to their members and the supporters who made monetary contributions to the running costs of the event.

 

Seymour Telegraph

Nov 6, 2024

Tocumwal held its Motley Crue Bike event in February

Pictured, Wendy Bedford, Sandy Drysdale and Hellen Beer

 

The group reported bike numbers were up 50 per cent from the 2023 event, with perfect conditions and weather for a ride from the Farmers Arms Hotel Tocumwal to Finley, Berrigan, Barooga and back to Tocumwal.

“It was perfect weather, and great company with lots of helpers,” reports CanAssist treasurer Lorraine Blain.

“There was a great team of volunteers cooking bacon and egg rolls which were thoroughly enjoyed by our community and Kruze participants, plus a crew on the registration and raffle table.”

There was a prize awarded for best bike and best sponsor who raised the most money for their efforts, and a raffle of lucky numbers.

The generous raffle winners of $200 and $50 respectively both donated their winnings back to the cause.

A profit of $5363 was made from the event after prizes and expenses to go directly to those touched by cancer in Tocumwal and surrounds.

Tocumwal CanAssist spends a lot of money each year on patient support, so this fundraiser made a massive contribution to its annual fundraising total.

The group extends thanks to the many fundraisers who contributed financially to the cause, and the many local businesses who sponsored the event.

“All of the money raised stays in Tocumwal,” explained health liaison Helen Beer.

 

Feb 14, 2024

Cobram Courier

Tocumwal: Christmas lunch

Celebrating a successful year members of Tocumwal Can Assist gathered for an early Christmas lunch on 4th December. 36 of our 60 members were in attendance. President Roberta had arranged the decorations and created a truly festive feel for attendees. MC – Geoff Westmore opened proceedings and introduced President Roberta Wereta. New members were introduced and given their welcome letters and Can Assist lanyard.

New member Suzanne Munro contacted Roberta the next day, “yesterday was a great day, your special touches were amazing – tables etc. I really love what was in our envelopes – l feel so proud to be part of Can Assist.”

Roberta congratulated members on a great year given the challenging circumstances of 2020 with coronavirus.

This year Can Assist Tocumwal has increased the number of community members we are supporting by 85% and increased our membership by 70%.

The branch acknowledges the great publicity through media outlets particularly in local media Toc Flyer and Southern Riverina News.

Tocumwal Can Assist recipe book is ready for launching and a huge thanks was extended to Gayle Chenoweth for her drive in taking the idea through to a finished product. Thanks, was also extended to Lorraine Blain for her support to Gayle in drafting the book.

Members enjoyed an absolutely delicious Christmas lunch created by Shane and his team at the Farmer’s Arms Hotel Tocumwal. Members enjoyed the opportunity to celebrate their contributions which do make a difference for many in our community. MC Geoff Westmore hosted a very creative and entertaining KK session to finalise the event.

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