‘Fashions through the Ages’ on the catwalk at helicopter fundraiser

The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service relies on community support to top up its funding and be able to continue to operate its free, 24/7 service across the region.

The community support was again in evidence at a fund raiser garden party at Jocellin Jansson’s Selina Street home on Sunday.

Guests enjoyed an afternoon of fine food and entertainment in the expansive gardens.

Authentic Trademarks proprietor David Pierce organised a fashion parade showcasing a history of clothing.

Young models wore fashions from the past with items being sourced locally.

Another highlight of the event was presented by Narrabri High School Year 10 textiles students who paraded their masterpieces of recycled clothing which they had fashioned from pre-loved pieces.

Local stallholders, the Doctor Cino coffee van and rescue helicopter manned barbecue added to the festive atmosphere.

Talented musicians The Dominoes and duo Lauren Brown and Layten Smith entertained the crowd.

Jim Brown and Len Hall manning the barbecue. Jim Brown and Len Hall manning the barbecue.

Jessie Schwager and Stephanie Wills at the Namoi Nectar honey stall. Jessie Schwager and Stephanie Wills at the Namoi Nectar honey stall.

Peter and Jane Bell and Mikaela and Amanda Whan. Peter and Jane Bell and Mikaela and Amanda Whan.

Maddy and Chris Taylor. Maddy and Chris Taylor.

Mavis Edwards, Dianne Foster and Ros Ford. Mavis Edwards, Dianne Foster and Ros Ford.

Narrabri High School students Kaylyn Chater and Caitlyn and Alyssa Ford helped serve the food. Narrabri High School students Kaylyn Chater and Caitlyn and Alyssa Ford helped serve the food.

Narrabri High School Year 12 Hospitality students, Katie Davidson and Jennifer McAlister. Narrabri High School Year 12 Hospitality students, Katie Davidson and Jennifer McAlister.

Helicopter Rescue Service supporters Dianne Shann, Judy Michell, Ros Kelly and Judy Jansson helping out in the kitchen. Helicopter Rescue Service supporters Dianne Shann, Judy Michell, Ros Kelly and Judy Jansson helping out in the kitchen.

Rob and Mietta Smith and Alicia Pratt. Rob and Mietta Smith and Alicia Pratt.

Sarah Bennett, Cass Johnson, Mandy Brown and Cindy Johnson. Sarah Bennett, Cass Johnson, Mandy Brown and Cindy Johnson.

Shan Sutherland and Di Tait. Shan Sutherland and Di Tait.

Lisa Macrae, Krissy Penberthy, Calli Druce and Jacki Neil. Lisa Macrae, Krissy Penberthy, Calli Druce and Jacki Neil.

Jan and Ken Pierce with Chairman of the Westpac Helicopter New England North West Regional Advisory Committee Conrad Bolton (centre). Jan and Ken Pierce with Chairman of the Westpac Helicopter New England North West Regional Advisory Committee Conrad Bolton (centre).

Kate Smith, Debbie Hatch and Kelly Smith. Kate Smith, Debbie Hatch and Kelly Smith.

Chairman of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service New England North West Regional Advisory Committee Conrad Bolton was guest speaker at the fundraiser, pictured with Jocellin Jansson. Chairman of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service New England North West Regional Advisory Committee Conrad Bolton was guest speaker at the fundraiser, pictured with Jocellin Jansson.

Jessica Berney, Poppy Smith, Alex Bennett, Charlotte Penberthy, Laura McFarland and Bree Johnson wearing their recycled fashions with Narrabri High School textiles and home economics teacher Sara Wallace. Jessica Berney, Poppy Smith, Alex Bennett, Charlotte Penberthy, Laura McFarland and Bree Johnson wearing their recycled fashions with Narrabri High School textiles and home economics teacher Sara Wallace.