jun2012 Bulletin - Biggleswade Rugby Club

TEL: 01234 834700 ADVERTISING: advertising@biggleswadebulletin.co.uk BULLETIN JUNE 2012 9Off to work we go!THREE stalwarts with spadesand tree saplings were recentlyseen trekking off acrossBiggleswade Common withspades and young trees to dosome planting!as part of their contributiontowards improving the environmentwithin the area, the Rotaryclub of Biggleswade has recentlydonated some £500 by way of treeplanting within Biggleswadecommon and also assisted in thecost of providing notice boardsthat outline the history of thecommon and provide help andguidance to those who use it.Rotarian Fred Wilding (centrein the photograph), Environmentalofficer of the Biggleswade Rotaryclub said: “We have managed toraise some £500 mainly throughthe collection of old mobile telephones.These are effectively soldfor recycling through approvedschemes, therefore avoiding clutteringthe environment with electronicequipment that will pollutethe countryside for years. We arealso able to raise modest cash thatcan be applied to worthwhile projectsof benefit to the community”.Fred continued “By helping withadditional tree planting and erectingNotice Boards that help thepublic to both understand andenjoy the common, we felt thatthis would be a worthwhile ventureand supportive of an area that iswell used by the public yet whichretains its old rural character.”John Scott (pictured right), theacting Reeve and primarilyengaged in looking afterBiggleswade common for the FenReeves and common RightHolders commented: “The FenReeves are delighted to be able tolink with Rotary on this enterprise.as Fen Reeves we are alwaysinvolved in work of various kindsto both protect and improve themeadowland aspect of thecommon and have been able toincrease our tree-planting schemesthrough the help of the Rotaryclub. The funding that they havegenerously offered originatesfrom the public and it is good tosee this invested in causes wherethe public can enjoy the results.”alan Porter (on left), HeadReeve, added: “We are particularlypleased that the new Notice Boardsare now in use. They help toexplain the history of the commonand also hopefully help the publicto enjoy the amenity. The originalpurpose of the common was toallow livestock to graze but thesedays we are delighted to welcomemembers of the public to enjoy themeadows and riverside. Providingjobs welcomeNo job too smallFree EstimatesCJInsurancePROPERTY MAINTENANCE■ Exterior and Interior Painting ■ Blocked Gutters■ Fascia Board Cleaning ■ Chimney and Wall Pointing■ Patios, Fencing, ■ Paths & Bases Brickwork and Repairs■ Fascia Board Painting ■ uPVC Cleaning01767 680532 or 0774 600 8188cjpainting@hotmail.co.ukgood sense is used and dogs keptunder control, there is no reasonwhy everybody, cattle included,cannot take benefit from such arural amenity."For Further Information contact:alan B Porter for the Rotaryclub of Biggleswade. Tel: 01767627319. Email: whitethorn@btinternet.comInterestedin arewardingand fulfillingcareer?One where you know you aremaking a real differenceWe are looking for people in your area to becomefoster carers for Fosterplus.If you are interested in working with children and you have aspare room, you could seriously consider making fostering yournext career challenge.You don’t need any particular qualifications – what ismore important is your approach to life and a calmunderstanding nature. You will be given all the training andsupport you need to do the job, plus a generous weeklypayment starting from £389 up to £496.Fostering these days is a worthwhile career choicewhere your natural skills and abilities are valued andrespected.Call us today and have a chat.Tel: 01767 600471Email: askus@fosterplus.co.ukwww.fosterplus.co.uk