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Who would have thought ...

It looks like Toby Wallace, our Resident Coach has some hidden talents.

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Vale .. Kenneth (Ken) Maggs

We are saddened to announce the passing of Kenneth "Ken" Maggs.

7th Feb 1944 - 8th Sep 2023.

Ken was well renowned for his bat, minus the rubber!

The club was well represented by a number of fellow Table Tennis (friends) players at Ken's Celebration of Life, Wed 20th Sep Naper Park.

TTV Looking For Leaders

Follow the link below, if you are interested in becomming a Table Tennis Leader - only open to players aged 12-18 years of age.

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TTA - Male Official of the Year 2023

TTA is pleased to announce that Gary Warnest has been named as the winner of the Fran Keyhoe Award as the 2023 Male Official of the Year.

Gary started playing the sport of table tennis at age 10 and has been involved ever since. But it wasn't until 2013 that he became an official.

Since then Gary has gone on to become one of the most respected umpires and referees in the country.

Select the link, below, to watch the video of Gary Warnest receiving the award.

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Table Tennis helps those with Dementia

Karen explains how Table Tennis is helping her in her efforts to delay or eliminate the effects of Dimentia.

This report is presented by Jess Burns Nine News.

Karen is currently taking part in a program to improve the future outcomes of people with Dimentia.

Table Tennis - Ladies and Girls Come and Try Day

Pennant Competition

Season Registration and $6 Seniors, $4 Juniors per session

Monday 7:30pm start - Practice Session and Casual Hire
Tuesday 7:30pm start B Graded Competition
Wednesday 7:30pm start A Graded Competition
Thursday 7:30pm start C Graded Competition

Juniors and C Grade Pennant

Helping out the Northern Territory

Jeff and Michelle have relocated to the Northern Territory as they create another chapter in their journey.

They are helping to teach Table tennis to the local children.

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From one Gary to Another

After 20 plus years as the President of the Bendigo & District Table Tennis Association - Gary Warnest (right) has decided to step down from his role and welcomes Gary Fitzgerald (left) as the new President.

Gary Warnest's contribution to Table Tennis is unparalleled. It spreads not only throughout the City of Greater Bendigo, but also Regional Victoria, Table Tennis Victoria and Table Tennis Australia.

Gary Warnest has also been instrumental in supporting State-wide, Australia-wide and International events that have been held in Bendigo by the club.

Gary will still remain in the club and continue to offer support where needed.

The Club, Committee and all Members wish Gary Warnest well and hope he is able to enjoy more playing time.

Farewell Jeff Grubb and Michelle Rey

Life Members, Past and Current Committee of BDTTA 11 Jan 2020 to farewell Jeff Grubb and Michelle Rey.

L to R Rear: Jeff Grubb (LC), Michael Bissett (C), Andrew Lewis (C), Brian Kent (P).

Centre: Michelle Rey (P), Deb Wright (C), Gary Fitzgerald (C), Frank McArthur (C), Geoff Lloyd (C), Jock McNeill (C), Mark Conforti (C), Ray Nichol (C).

Front: Peter Mulqueen (L), Alan Danton (C), Carol Wearne (LC), Chris Homa (L), Brett McNamara (C), Gary Warnest (LC).

Apologies: Maurie Bingham (L), Brian Bartlett (P), Karen Cooke (C) Egon Mitoraj (L).

(This group represents over 200 years of voluntary service to BDTTA)

Eaglehawk Children's Festival

The Eaglehawk Children's Festival was held at Canterbury Gardens. This FREE Family Fun Night was held on Friday 15th November 3.30pm – 6.30pm and it shaped up to be a fantastic event.