2003

Tuesday 12th August 2003
Rugby Union Greats On Side with Two Bishops Trust
The Captain and Coach of Australia’s first winning Rugby World Cup team will visit Newcastle next Tuesday August 19 in support of the Two Bishops Trust.

Nick Farr-Jones and Bob Dwyer will feature as guest speakers at a fundraising luncheon hosted by Charlestown Bowling Club, thanks to the generous assistance of Australian Rugby Union (ARU).

The luncheon will raise vital funds for the continued work of the Two Bishops Trust. Established in 1998, the Trust aims to inspire and unite the whole community to find workable, just and creative solutions to unemployment in the Hunter.

“In this year of the Rugby World Cup, it’s an excellent opportunity to join these two Rugby greats for a sumptuous lunch and an inspirational message,” said David Baker, Two Bishops Trust Project Development Coordinator.

“Before the luncheon, Nick Farr-Jones and Bob Dwyer will visit Hunter Sports High to celebrate the introduction of Rugby Union into the school. At the school, they will gather informally with students from Hunter Sports High School, St Mary’s High School Gateshead and Swansea High School.

“The visit of these two sportsmen will inspire many young men and women from the Eastlakes area who may be affected by unemployment and low income.”

A range of Australian Rugby Union memorabilia will be auctioned and raffled by local Rugby Union identity Mr Tom Towers at the luncheon.

For bookings and tickets contact Charlestown Bowling Club on Ph: (02) 4943 3766. Tickets are $55.00 including a three course lunch and drinks. RSVP: Friday 15th August.

Cheques made payable to the “Two Bishops Trust” are eligible as a tax deductible charitable gift and can be sent to Charlestown Bowling Club PO Box 106 Charlestown NSW 2290.

Media Opportunities on Tuesday 19th August
11:15 am til 11:45 am at Hunter Sports High School, Gateshead
12:15 pm til 2:30 pm at Charlestown Bowling Club

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