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Cameron Mead, from Bowenville, met up sisters Kathryn, Jasmine and Taylah Kidman, from Maidenwell, at the Tanduringie State School’s annual Bush Dance<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

August 27, 2015<\/strong><\/p>\n

A torrential downpour that struck parts of the South Burnett on Saturday night may have led to a slightly lower than usual turnout at the annual Maidenwell Bush Dance … but guests who braved the weather were rewarded with a great night out.<\/p>\n

The Bush Dance is one of Tanduringie State School P&C’s major fundraisers and usually draws more than 100 guests from all over the Bunya Mountains area, Yarraman, the Darling Downs and Brisbane Valley.<\/p>\n

This year around 70-75 people turned out at Maidenwell Hall for a night’s entertainment led by popular bush band Ridgee Didge, who provided hours of rollicking dances.<\/p>\n

The band also explained what was involved with each dance before they struck up a tune. This proved very helpful to newcomers and more experienced patrons alike.<\/p>\n

In between dances, patrons could adjourn outside to a licensed bar or purchase soft drinks and snacks from a stand inside the hall.<\/p>\n

This year’s Bush Dance was particularly special because the funds it raised will be going towards the school’s up-coming Centenary celebrations on Saturday, September 19.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Principal Melanie Ludke, who was helping out at the dance’s ticket table, said she was delighted with the night’s attendance.<\/p>\n

“Some years this hall is absolutely packed out, but this is quite a comfortable number. And everyone looks like they’re having a great time.”<\/p>\n

Plans for the school’s Centenary celebrations are also very advanced, she said.<\/p>\n

Memorabilia and souvenir items have been sourced, and the P&C already has orders for 200 engraved pavers that will form a special “Centenary Pathway” to be created after the celebrations as a permanent reminder of the milestone event.<\/p>\n

“The way orders have been coming in I’m sure we’ll have even more to add to the list by the time it’s all over,” Melanie said.<\/p>\n