By JONATHON HOWARD
PAST and present members of the Maryvale State Primary School community gathered to mark the school’s centenary on Saturday, 27 April.
A beautiful autumn day set the scene for more than 700 visitors, some from as far away as Victoria, who returned to rekindle old friendships and reminisce.
Official guests included member for Southern Downs, Lawrence Springborg, Southern Downs Regional Council Mayor, Peter Blundell, past principals Laura Watson and Alan Brooks, current principal Lynne Hubble, and centenary committee president Frank Roche.
Colourful displays of memorabilia were set up throughout classrooms which were lined with photographs, examples of school clothing throughout the decades, and samples of past student work.
Current students led guests in the Australian national anthem and entertained guests with several songs.
A market stall sold toys, craft and plants; with face painting and a colouring competition for children.
The event included a classic car display and farm equipment; as well as the Ulysses Motorcycle Club who brought along their bikes for display, and a presentation was made by the Maryvale Fire Brigade.
Afternoon tea was supplied by Maryvale Hall Committee, and the Maryvale State School P&C provided a barbecue lunch.
