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Hear ye, hear ye: Our town crier is 80!

Bob played guitar and sang for his friends and family at his 80th birthday celebration. Pictures: JESS BAKER
By Jess Baker

Southern Downs and Granite Belt Town Crier Bob Townshend celebrated his 80th birthday yesterday, Wednesday 9 June. Bob has volunteered […]

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