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Open Day 1st April 2001 |
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An Open day was promoted for people to come to the school to see it for themselves, and hear people in the know talk. Unfortunately access was denied to the buildings, but for the over 200 people who turned up it was worthwhile to get an idea of how big the school actually is. | |||
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TOUR THE SCHOOL Everyone took the opportunity to walk through the school grounds and look through windows at the amazing facilities.
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INSIDE The only building open was the Gym, operated by MacKinnon's Gym, (03)9482-2707. Thanks to Mal MacKinnon for letting us into his gym, and Dean for opening up for us. |
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KEEPING INFORMED Enlarged sections from the review Panel's Report for all to read. |
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SIGN
THAT PETITION People lined up to sign the petition and collect their letter writing kit. |
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FEED THE MASSES No community event is complete without a sausage sizzle. Thanks to Virginia Maywald & Tim Dolan from the Big Duck & Fish company (161 St Georges Rd, Fitzroy North (03) 9486 3899) for sponsoring and organizing this crucial facet of the day, and Brumby's Bakery on Queens Parade for donating the bread. |
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THE ENTERTAINMENT The expectant crowd patiently waits.... |
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THE CHOIR The North Fitzroy Primary School Choir and the Yinnais Community choir provided some pertinent and rousing entertainment. Thanks to Tim Arundal and the choir members for their valuable contribution to the atmosphere of the day, and Chris Scott, Principal of North Fitzroy Primary, for her support. |
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THE TOWN CRYER Finn Morgan wrote a special piece for the day. She did a splendid job calling everyone to the cause. |
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THE SPEECHES
Tracey Callander introduced the speakers. Brian Sullivan, President of the school council when the school was closed in 1992 spoke about that period and the occupation. David Brant, a local parent, spoke about the needs and wishes of the local community. |
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Barry Pullen, Chair
of the Review Panel spoke about the review Panel's role.
Richard Wynne, local MP, announced the Minister had written to Barry Pullen saying she agreed 'in principle' to the opening of the school on the site. Tracey Callander thanked the speakers. Thanks to MANNY'S Musical Instruments
& Professional Audio www.mannys.com.au |
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THANKS TO ALL THE PEOPLE WHO CAME It is important we all show our support so the government and the education department are under no illusion about the strength of our collective feelings and commitment to re-open Fitzroy High School. |
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AND THANKS TO THE MEDIA Who have shown a keen and supportive interest. |
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