Mamma Mia, what a weekend in Trundle

Mamma Mia, Trundle sure knows how to have a good time. Even without the beloved ABBA Festival, the town still made sure there was a reason for visitors - even some Dancing Queens and Super Troupers - to make their way out west this October for their All Roads Lead to Trundle weekend. From markets, golf, live music and fundraising, there was a little something for everyone to enjoy. The weekend kicked off with the much loved Trundle Pink Night on Friday, marking 10 years of raising funds and awareness for women's cancers. The Trundle Golf Club was covered in pink as a large crowd gathered to show their support. Trundle Central School also joined the cause, proudly donating $225 to the Pink Night after their day of fundraising and dressing in pink. The final fundraising tally hasn't yet been revealed, we're hoping share this once it's been announced. On Saturday the Trundle Memorial Hall markets were a hit in the morning, which was followed by Trundle Children's Centre's biggest Afternoon on the Green yet. With 42 golfers hitting the course, live music by Charlie Goodsell, an auction and family fun entertainment all afternoon, the event raised an impressive $4880. Special thanks was given to Lachie Miller from KMWL, their generous sponsors and a special shoutout to committee secretary Georgia Watt, who was described as the "driving force and powerhouse" behind the event. The Trundle Hotel was also filled with activity during the weekend hosting live music and welcoming people from around the region. Owner Kate Procopis said she was really happy with how their first All Roads Lead to Trundle weekend was received, saying they had a good turn-out. "It wasn't as big as ABBA of course but we had people from throughout the district. Parkes, Forbes, Condobolin, Tullamore, Tullibigeal and Trundle," she said. "It was mainly locals but they supported us. "I want to thank all the musicians that came out because they were great." Gracey Jones and Amitie from Parkes performed at the hotel, with Amitie even bringing out some ABBA hits. Ballz and All from Cobar and Dee Verse from Condobolin also provided some top quality entertainment. "There were compliments all around about the music and the quality of the music, and I'm just really proud that we can have such amazing musicians in the local area." Kate added that hopefully ABBA will return to Trundle next year in some sort of format but All Roads to Trundle could possibly make a welcome return too. "We'll see how we go and if we can build on it, it's only positive for the town," she said.

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