2017 Our Priceless Past

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Chief photographer Gladstone Observer, Mike Richards, during portrait photography at Tannum Sands State High School with Zoe Hurst, Mrs Bev & Mr Noel Bowley and Kailyn Smith. (Image: D Paddick)

2017 Our Priceless Past

Oral histories and memorabilia

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Featuring the stories of local Special Seniors, prepared and presented by Year 9 students of Tannum Sands State High School to celebrate Seniors Week in Queensland (19-27 August 2017).

Official opening and launch of the publication by Cr Matt Burnett, Mayor Gladstone Region and guest speakers, 1pm Thursday 24 August 2017. A light lunch will be served from 12pm.

Nominated Special Seniors are over 70 years of age and have lived in the area for more than 30 years. Nominations for 2018 can be sent to the Our Priceless Past coordinator, Di Paddick at the Gallery & Museum, by phoning 4976 6766 or emailing gragm@gladstone.qld.gov.au

A Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum initiative, held in conjunction with The Gladstone Observer and Ergon Energy.

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Tannum Sands State High School Year 9's Laura Grummitt serves morning tea to Mrs Nell McEachran, during interviews at the school. (Image: D Paddick)
The Observer's Chief Photographer Mike Richards discusses portrait photography with emerging artist Tannum Sands State Highs School Year 9's Tino Pfidze. (Image: D Paddick)
Tannum Sands State High School Year 9's Josh Sheriden, Mr and Werner Momberg, with Special Senior Mr Ron Streeter. (Image: D Paddick)
Tannum Sands State High School Year 9 students battle a game of Connect Four with Special Seniors Pat and Graham Bruce. (Image: D Paddick)
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