NSCnews Online - November, 2016 | Page 2

Gear up for the RAAF treat ... and Bear Hurford makes 4 G ET ready for the Townsville RAAF Base Christmas Treat! It will be held in, and around, the gymnasium precinct on Friday, November 18 beginning at 4pm. The afternoon and evening of fun is aimed at children up to 16 years of age. The $10 entry fee for children covers a gift, and a professionalquality photograph with Santa, entry to all the rides and activities, and a superdelicious sausage sandwich and a drink. OIC SQNLDR Lisa Power said the event was open to everybody employed at RAAF Base Townsville and their families. There will be food and drink on sale as well as rides and slides, facepainting, laser tag, a petting zoo, zorb balls, raffles and much more. Tickets are available from Defence Bank. Gordon Hurford welcomed a new addition to his flock of grandchildren recently with the arrival of “Bear” Hurford. Bear is an NSCnews Online prize won by Gordon after his entry in the magazine’s crossword competition was successful. Indie and Phoenix Hurford are obviously delighted with Poppy’s success. Have a go at this month’s online crossword... the early birds have an advantage (Gordon’s entry was the third submitted), so don’t waste time, flick to Page 70 Been snapped lately? More photos for sale at nscnews.com.au news NSCONLINE 2 | NOVEMBER 2016