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On the 25th July 2000, Bourke Public School opened earlier than usual. We were lucky enough to have a visit from the NSW Variety Bash Crew, a mere 300 people. Every year a group of volunteers trek around Australia in their cars to raise money for a variety of charities and schools. The cars must be pre 1960 and most of them are decorated to look quite spectacular.

Dedicated staff were at school by 6 am to prepare breakfast for the Variety Bash Crew.

Thomas the Tank Engine was one of our first arrivals of the morning.

Herbie was up early for his morning shower.

Breakfast was a scrumptious feast cooked by the staff and parents at school.

The Bourke Public School choir belted out a couple of Australian songs for our early morning visitors.

Xmas in July!! We were lucky enough to receive gifts from the Variety Bash team, these included a computer, books, software games etc. We thank them for their generosity.

We even had a famous face in the school - John Paul Young!!

By 9 am they were ready to get on the road again.

This tank was one of our favourites.

The whole school farewelled the cars as they left! An exciting day for all!