Estia celebrates best AFL tippers

By Simon Ruppert

Oct 3, 2022

Excited: AFL Tipping winner Shirley Hodge with staff member Jacquie, in her Collingwood colours. Photo by Contributed

With the AFL season drawing to a close residents of Estia Health Benalla enjoyed a special event where the top tippers were presented with awards.

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An Estia spokesperson said the day was also recognised by staff who all dressed up in their team colours.

Second placed tipper Dot Brauman with Estia Health Benalla Executive director Faye Audino. — Celebrations: Second-placed tipper Dot Brauman with Estia Health Benalla executive director Faye Audino. Photo by Contributed

“Before each round the dedicated supporters provided their footy tips to the lifestyle team, these were recorded for a hotly contested weekly competition,” the spokesperson said.

“Executive director Faye Audino and the Lifestyle team presented all participants with a certificate and their ranking among their peers.

Award: Third-placed tipper Margaret Hyde. Photo by Contributed

“The outstanding winner Shirley Hodge has now added her name to the perpetual shield.

“Second place went to Dot Brauman and third place to Margaret Hyde.

All dressed up: Estia staff members Michelle and Jo. Photo by Contributed

“Finally last, but not least, the wooden spoon was awarded to Anne, a Geelong supporter who had the grand final yet to celebrate.

“It was a great celebration recognising all the residents for their participation, and for making it an exciting addition to their Lifestyle program.”