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Vann’s incredible story of survival against SMA

Vann’s incredible story of survival against SMA

On Tuesday, April 4, the lives of Josh and Maddie Gale changed forever when they welcomed their beautiful newborn son, Vann, into the world. With all systems go, Circular Head’s newest parents were set to be discharged from the North West Private Hospital (NWPH) on Good Friday, April 7, ready to begin their new lives as a family of three. With their luggage packed into their car and eager to...
Countdown to the 2023 CHFA Grand Final is on

Countdown to the 2023 CHFA Grand Final is on

This time 12 months ago the Scotchtown Tigers were contemplating their future in the Tasmanian Football landscape, as the Redpa Redlegs were relishing in more grand final success and stamped themselves as current day powerhouse in the Circular Head Football Association (CHFA). This weekend will mark the 124th local Grand Final as the Redlegs and Tigers go head-to-head, as both teams have...
Naite loses locks, all in the name of charity

Naite loses locks, all in the name of charity

11-year-old Circular Head local, Naite Barker, has proved that compassion is a gift to be shared at a young age after cutting off his golden locks, and completing an outstanding fundraising effort, all in the name of charity. The Smithton Saints Hockey Club junior member had been growing his hair for a number of years, before he spontaneously decided to offer his assistance to those in their...
Busy Bees get busy in the community

Busy Bees get busy in the community

The busy bee children from Circular Head Children’s Services have been learning all about where they live, Smithton, Tasmania and what makes a community. They have been taking mini excursions around the main block of the CBD, visiting local businesses such as Cottage Kitchen Bakehouse, Perry’s Quality Meats, Woolworths, The Circular Head Chronicle and Smithton Police, where they were made...
Young guns stand tall across all three grades

Young guns stand tall across all three grades

Saputo Circular Head Saints coach, Cameron Lockett, is remaining positive despite his side falling short to Latrobe by 90 points in Round 18 of the North West Football League competition. The Reserves found the going tough after going down to Latrobe by 133 points on muddy Latrobe Rec. Jayden Welch kicked the Saints only major which came in the opening term, but the side found themselves 10...
Commemorative service for Vets, 50 years on

Commemorative service for Vets, 50 years on

Last Thursday, August 3, the Circular Head RSL Centenary Committee held a Vietnam Veterans Vigil, recognising 60 years since the arrival of the Australian Army Training team in South Vietnam on August 3, 1962, and 50 years since the withdrawal of combat troops in 1972. Commemorative Services were held across the nation for Australians to pay their respects. A graveside vigil was held at the...

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