Wine and cheese success

More than 125 local residents turned out for The Bays Community Group's inaugural Wine and Cheese Night held recently.

Group president Mr Bob Puffett said the event was a fantastic way to bring the local residents out of their "winter slumber".

"The doors were already bursting at 6:30pm as people sipped champagne and devoured the assortment of gourmet cheeses on offer," Mr Puffett said.

"Upwards of 125 people came throughout the evening, ferried around by Greg McMullen - more than any of us could have imagined, and buoyed by other prominent locals such as mayor Chris Holstein.

"Ted Watson and Ron Taylor dutifully staffed the bar, and provided tasting pointers for us mere mortals.

"Jim Doe was also on hand to discuss his fine art work, with over 30 paintings and prints out for people to admire.

"Jim also provided a fantastic prize for the hugely successful raffle.

"And if that wasn't enough, entertainment was provided by the Scarratt boys in their first paid gig.

"This was another exclusive for the Bays Community and, from what we heard, they clearly have a long and successful musical future in front of them."

Newsletter, 19 Aug 2009 The Bays Community Group