An afternoon of murder and intrigue

HEATHCOTE Hall, aka Heathcote Bowling Club, was the scene of intriguing mysteries recently when the Community House hosted a Murder Mystery afternoon tea.

The event was developed and created by local writer Amanda Collins.

“My heartfelt thanks to all who came together to make this the dazzling afternoon it was,” said community house executive officer Vicki Forde.

“The afternoon was filled with murderers, thieves, philanderers and tales of wild adventure, combined with deception, disguise and unrequited love.

“They all came together to unravel the great mysteries and unravel they did. We really appreciate the brilliant creative mind of Amanda Collins, ably assisted by husband Dave Munro.

“We are dizzy with awe of their talents and for the many hours of attention to detail they created to pull it all together.”

The Bowling Club was transformed into Heathcote Hall, 1926-style by Sylvia Crewe and her father Joe.

“I thought it was a fabulous success,” said Ms Crewe.

“It was my first event to decorate and I say well done to the people of Heathcote who came and made such an effort to get into the spirit of the event. “I couldn’t have done it all without wonderful help from Dianne Gleeson, Kerrie, Ralph and Deb Edgell, Mandy and husband Peter, and my father Joe.”

Ms Collins said she was thrilled with the success of the event.

“I am very grateful to the community house for permitting me to create shenanigans and so glad there are so many locals who are keen to take those shenanigans to an even better level,” she said.

“So many people fancy dress and got involved in the investigation. It was wonderful to see.

“Any creator who sees their vision come to life has this moment – it’s humbling to see people enjoying something which came through you.

“And, of course, it wouldn’t have been nearly as much fun without Sylvia and the mob doing all the extraordinary decorating.

“It hardly felt like Heathcote Bowling Club any more; it felt like we really were back in time.”