Dave is idol

The Ettalong Beach War Memorial Club's Senior's Idol competition was recently won by 65-year-old Dave Batchelor, with his performance of Unchained Melody.

The competition ran at the club to mark Senior's Week with heats from March 14 to March 17.

The grand final was held on March 18, with Donnie Sutherland and Kamahl judging the finalists.

The competition was launched by Member for Peats Ms Marie Andrews who praised the club for staging the event, which she said was the first time such a competition had been run in Australia.

"We had about 500 people in the audience for the grand final," said club general manager Mr Peter Hale.

"Some came all the way from Sydney. Their response was deafening. It was a fantastic night."

The club has been inspired to hold more specialised entertainment for senior citizens following the success of the Senior's Idol competition.

A special day will be held on the second Tuesday of every month and will include a special meal deal, promotions and entertainment for seniors.

The club will also run a similar competition for the Peninsula's youth with over $4000 in prizes.

The club's Junior Talent Quest kicks off on Sunday, April 17, in the Ettalong Ballroom, and will run weekly from 2pm to 4pm.

Entry to the event is free.

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