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Day Programs are working on button art & are quickly running out of buttons ! Does anyone have spare buttons , any shape , size , colour they would kindly donate to IAS ? Sharon & others love working o... more details

Who would want to be outside in the cold when you can be inside the shed. Col, Dwayne & pooch Zig working on blokes stuff.

Brandy met V8 Supercar champion Jamie Wincup yesterday at Bunnings & saw Holden Club show cars. What a once in a lifetime afternoon Brandon & Carly ! Brandon came home with signed posters & lots of... more details

A great community day. Grafton to Inverell cycle race & Multicultural Day in Victoria Park. Lesley Marley
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Winter is on it's way ! Michael Chris & Anthony are busy in the WorkShed making boxes of kindling to sell.

Cool cloudy afternoon's are perfect for a game of Uno. The guys have Slim Dusty playing on the Smart Board & the kettle is on.

Lest We Forget. Phillip Michael Carly Sharon Christine Brandon Annette Lesley & Allison attended Inverell ANZAC services today. Phillip marched with the RFS & Sharon marched with the Red Cross. Michael... more details

Over the past couple of weeks Michael and Chris have been busy making a shoe stand in the Workshed for Dwayne. Dwayne was so impressed he's asked the guys to make him another one! Job well done!

Many of us attended the Inverell Show last night. The rain held off & pluto pups, Show bags & laughter were on the menu. Col bought a new shirt , Brandon won a prize in Side Show Alley & Sharon won... more details

Sharon and Carly ( Day Programs ) are filling orders for Easter baskets. Their craft finished today! These baskets can be made for any theme - birthdays, Christmas, Valentine's Day. Just let us know if you wou... more details

Sharon, Sally and Carly have been busy making Easter treasure baskets at Day Programs. How fabulous are these baskets? They already have a some orders to make more. Easter eggs will taste fabulous delivered in... more details

Today Megan introduced us to two new pet mice - meet Mixie & Wixie. Soooo cuuute!!

Col & Dwayne made a hat rack in the WorkShed, with some creativity, spare wood & horse shoes. Col painted this today at programs. What a way to kick off the year!

Happy New Year and welcome to 2018. We hope the year brings to you your favourite things. Brandy found his favourite things at the Inverell Car Museum.

Last night IAS combined our Annual General Meeting with our Christmas party. We were feeling very festive 🎈. Lot... more details

Tuesday's are always busy! Chris, Jas, Phillip, Michael & Jeff are in saw dust heaven . More planter boxes & chicken nesting boxes in the making. Day Programs are in the kitchen with Carly, Sally, Lesley & Sharon have pizzas on the menu tonight.

We are off and racing! Diggers Cup Race Day, a little wet, time for a bet. Great afternoon!

We celebrated Melbourne Cup with afternoon tea at the Freckle Room . For some of us our horse is still running. Oh well , afternoon cuppa and treat was fabulous.

Weekends are about friends, enjoying being home and having fun. Kat brought in her vibration healing drum. Everyone had a turn.. plenty of noise and plenty of laughs, followed by a BBQ lunch.

Col has been busy, gardening at his flat with Mitch, fishing at Lake Inverell ( what a grand catch ) and fixing the doors at the office with Mat.

Ginnie, Sally, Richard, Michael, Linda and Kris all pitced in with their talents to make healthy, fun, gory Halloween food, like bloodied boiled eggs, veggie skeletons with rissole heads, and severed fingers made from potato and devon. In one photo Richard demonstrates that sometimes support staf... more details

Col took hold of the reins and enjoyed some horseriding this weekend. He also tried his hand at a bit of grooming. Good one mate!!

Mick had the opportunity to spend some time with Dwayne and others in the Inverell Campdraft this weekend. He had a great time watching the spectacles, checking out the horses, and rubbing elbows with some people of renown in the national campdraft circles. Mick was in his element!!

We will be drumming for well-being with Kat on Wednesdays 10am-12noon for $10.
Join us for fun and find your rhythm on our djembe drums. Call IAS office on 6722 4947 with expressions of interest.

Marty and Matt hit the WorkShed today. Marty's project is to make the Taj Mahal of cat scratch posts.

Col had a great day today at The Joeys Mini World Cup soccer in Inverell. Col is loving his new outfit and says his team won.

This week IAS attained Third Party Verification. IAS staff took time out Friday for a celebration dinner. As we have 5 houses with sleepover support, some staff were on shift and were not able to join in. It's very rare for staff to get out as a team. T'was a good night. Well done to all staff fo... more details

It was a busy weekend. Micky enjoyed horse riding with Fran ( at the Whole Package Gilgai ). Lesley & Sharon attended the Abba Tribute at RSM. Lesley & Brandon checked out mighty Motor Mania on Sunday. Sally did some gardening around her home. Sharon rounded off the weekend with home cook... more details

Micky B has recently gained official membership into the Lions Club Glen Innes. Here he is helping out with catering at the Chill Festival last weekend.

Its very hard to get work done on Tuesdays. The smells and laughs from the sausage sizzle lunch each Tuesday distracts us! We all end up in the courtyard enjoying the sun.

Mick & Annette braved a winters day to watch Magpies vs Wombats at Glen Innes. Mick says go the Magpies 👍 .

Deb celebrated her 60th birthday on Saturday , surrounded by family and friends. Happy Birthday Deb. Yes we love your cake!

Phillip has been busy in the WorkShed & completed his first planter box 🌱. Isn't it fabulous? Yes - Phillip is t... more details

Sharon sends a toast from the coast! She is enjoying a banana coconut cocktail at Hogs Breath Restaurant after days full of holiday memories.

Sharon dropped by Ebor Falls on her way to the coast today ! Enjoy your week of holidays Sharon! We all wanted to hide in your suitcase & enjoy a week away....

Every Tuesday is busy - making the most of the sunshine with a BBQ lunch. Sharon & Jas cooked up a feast today. The afternoon is our social catch-up in Busy Beans Coffee Club. Everyone is welcome.

Brandon visited 'The Whole Package' farm this afternoon. Brandon won a voucher for activities of his choice. So it was a sunny winters afternoon of fresh country air, animals, some dust and a ride in the horse truck.

Great day to be out in the community - Brandon, Julie, Ray and Lesley enjoying the Grafton to Inverell Cycle Classic.

The rain postponed Brandon's farm visit this afternoon. So Brandon chose Freckles Cafe instead! Scones and calories on a rainy afternoon. Perfect!

Everyone is talking about the Indian Summer Ball. It was a fantastic night of dancing, great food, prizes and meeting new people. We were all very tired on Sunday. Here are some of the formal portraits taken on the night. Doesn't everyone look amazing!

Ray and Brandon took home their gifts from the Indian Summer Ball. They decided to plant the natives in pride of place in the front yard of their home.

Glorious lazy weekend weather . Sharon and Chris enjoying time out in their favourite spots around Inverell.

Busy times at Heron Lodge. Michael is working on "the fastest car in the world!!". Richard and Bess played ball. Sally won again and is the Uno Queen!

This week there was a celebration!
Happy 50th Birthday to Darren!! Have a great day mate!! 🎂

IAS is hosting a gala Indian Summer Ball on Saturday 29th April 2017. Tickets will be available soon ! Save this date & organise a table for a great night out . Contact IAS for more information 67224947 

Sharon has her 3 paintings to enter in the Inverell Show . She's been busy at EET Day Programs and at home last weekend. You just can't hold back creativity!

The communal puzzle is nearly done! 1000 pieces, everyone is having a go, today its Megan's turn ! What a masterpiece!

Ringo visits his neighbours Brandon Lesley & Chris for his morning pat. Pets make a house feel like home.

It's far too hot 🌞 to stay home! Brandon Sharon and Lesley enjoying a cool dip more details

It's starting to feel a lot like Christmas! Both Sharon and Lesley are having some pampering and getting their Christmas nails done. Beautiful ladies! Brandon has his new lounge recliner chair and is very happy with himself! Very stylish Brandon!

Sharon had a farm stay over the past two weekends. Look who came for breakfast !

We are going racing! Melbourne Cup lunch, fashion parade and game of pool. Plenty of hot tips and bets are on!

Chris and Lesley celebrating their wedding anniversary today with a lunch date. Congratulations to you both - enjoy the day

Girl power 🏆 A combined cooking effort - Linda Sally Ginnie - bacon and zucchini quiche and potato bake for dinner t... more details

Enjoying a Happy Birthday lunch with Sharon today

Thank you to everyone who attended and participated in the IAS Millers / Rivers Fashion Parade last weekend. We had a fabulous afternoon with all fundraising to be used to support the costs of the Indian Summer Ball in April 2017. A special thanks to Vicki and Chaysley at Millers Inverell, staff ... more details

Tickets are now ON SALE for IAS Fashion Parade on Saturday 8th October! We would love you to join us for an afternoon of entertainment and company, with light refreshments. Cost of the tickets are $10 each and available at Millers Store and IAS office 48 Howard St (6722 4947) All proceeds will go... more details

What do you do on a cold gusty grey day? You make the best of it!! Brandon, Penny, Jason and Debbie all met near the netball courts behind the Inverell Showground to try their luck at flying kites. The wind was gusty and unpredictable, it was hard work but some of us managed to keep a kite in the... more details

Save the date of Saturday 8th October and buy your ticket! IAS, Millers & Rivers Stores Fashion Parade tickets will be on sale from 1st Sept from Millers Inverell or IAS 48 Howard St. We will have a fabulous afternoon of fashion and entertainment for just $10. The businesses in Inverell have ... more details

A house feels like a home with personal touch and making spaces feel wonderful. Mick enjoyed the most of the sunny days over the weekend to reinvent the garden and fill the plant pots. Then he enjoyed a cuppa in the courtyard, admiring his work.

Today we take time to remember Darcy's Girl who passed away last week. Darcy was owned by Trish and Barry and joined us on all our rides - Ride to Recognition from Pally to Gum Flat, Bingara as well as all our trail rides and Farm Days. She had a beautiful temperament and supported her riders wit... more details

Michael and Kris attended the recent Festival of Abilities in Tamworth. Michael found himself a beast of a trike, bikes with sidecars & too many fast machines. He drummed his way through bongo lessons, listened to great music and they both enjoyed an activity packed day out.

Guess who's birthday🎉 today ! Deb was spoilt ! We created our own Festival with lunch and a birthday cake 🍰. Fabulous afternoon with friends .

A busy weekend! What better way to make the most of the sunshine after Saturday Voting Day. Michael enjoyed a bush walk at beautiful Boundary Falls. Chris cooked lunch for his wife and neighbours on the BBQ he restored/varnished/painted. Richard washed the car and its looking so shiny we need sun... more details

Today, sadly, we farewelled Bruce Wayne Lavender. Some of us have known Bruce for 17 years. We will remember him for his cheeky grin, his hearty laugh ( mostly when the joke was on us ), those ginger curls when his hair was long, & being the Boss. Bruce loved his music, all things country &am... more details

Last night Lesley Ray Michael Sharon Dwayne & Annette spent a wonderful night at the Northwest Film Festival at the majestic Roxy Theatre Bingara . Suzie Wicks - Fatmoon Studios - introduced her film starring Lesley & Chris . 'The Unlikely Wedding Singer' is the story behind Chris & L... more details

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There's nothing nicer than hanging out with a dog . Bess came to visit Heron Lodge. Richard & Bess played ball until there was no energy left . Plenty of pats & smiles ...then they were both worn out . Dogs rock 🐾

Living life to the full! Lesley loves bands and danced the night away at a recent concert. Phillip, Lou, Sharon and Brandon stepped back in time, cheering on jousting and hand to hand combat at the Medieval Festival.

EDG programs found their way outdoors, on a farm with some good old fashioned fresh air & dust. Marty enjoyed hanging in a shed with tractors, antique cars & yarns. Sally enjoyed horse riding. A great day out !

OUR KITCHEN RULZ . Michael whipping up homemade pumpkin soup for dinner. Looks fabulous and we hear it tasted fabulous too! Great way to warm up for the colder weather!

OUR KITCHEN RULZ Episode 2 . Great afternoon for scones . As you can see Michael loves his cream & Richard loves his jam!

Backyard Blitz has nothing on Mick, Richard, Linda & Ginnie!! The weekend adventure was a restoration project on the outdoor furniture. A great job! We can't wait for the next BBQ or lazy cuppa outdoors.

A 'Fire Safety Information and Demonstration Session' was held at Connections on Thursday 31st May. Phillip Minty demonstrated and talked about fire safety techniques with the assistance of Robbie Wighton, Fire Captain of the Inverell Fire Service. Phillip strongly believes that everyone&nbs... more details

WOW! Deb, Darren and Tamara had a surprise visitor this morning. Darren had lots & lots of questions. Skippa the wallaroo had lots of pats.

What a big night...and a very late night ...at the Inverell Show on Saturday! Rides, show bags, the rodeo with Dwayne riding, the smash 'em derby and fireworks. And to add to the excitement Phillip entered the Farmer's Challenge and nearly took out the opposing team with the fireman's hose. AND P... more details

The best place to be on a hot summers day is near the waters edge! EDG programs ventured out - Marty & Sal to Copeton for some fishing & swimming - Mick cooked spaghetti Bolognese and then took this great lunch to eat at Lake Inverell followed by a leisurely walk in the shade.

Darren is in the fitness train every Monday ! And he loves it - thanks to Ben ! Who ever thought flexing muscles and cutting some calories would be so much fun !

Richard enjoyed a birthday luncheon with friends at the Glen Innes RSL Club. Happy Birthday Richard!!

Progress ! This week has been tradies , tools , boys toys , dirt and action . Our painting , turf and Balinese style fencing all coming together .

A lazy Saturday shopping morning for Linda & Ginnie , picking great fresh ingredients to cook up a storm . Home cooking with plenty of herbs fills the kitchen with the best smells .... & warms the heart ....

Australia Day celebrations. All the good things in life - a public holiday, a day out with friends, sausages and hamburgers on the BBQ, homemade scones, frisbees flying , sun shining and plenty of joking around.

Fridays just aren't Fridays without a kick around. All it takes is a soccer ball, sunshine, plenty of moves and lots of laughs. Talents are surfacing as the weeks go by, like Darren's 'Rocket Shot' which threatens to rip a hole in the sky every time!! We love Fridays!

It was a great day in the sunshine to get back into EDG programs and earn some 💰 ....then go out for lunch .

Life is too short to stay home! It's been a long holiday break and we needed to get out with friends . As you can see we all had a treat...or two.....

We are back in the swing for 2016 ! What better thing to do on a rainy day than play a game of pool ? Phillip and Mick have a mighty comp going . Sharon is playing music & providing the cheer squad . Then we are all going to have a cuppa more details