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Estelle Myers memorial

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Friends and family of north coast identity Estelle Myers are invited to a celebration to be held in her memory at her favourite swimming spot on Saturday.

Ms Myers, a pioneer in the field of water birth, was killed in a car accident on The Coast Road last month.

The event will take place at the spit opposite Kingsford Smith Park, Kingsford Smith Drive, Ballina, from midday Saturday. Look out for the bright-coloured flags. Guests are invited to bring a picnic lunch and wear something colourful.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Médecins Sans Frontières are welcome.

Please RSVP today to [email protected]. In case of wet weather phone 6677 1542.

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