Harvey's little library filled as close to 100 people pack in to take part in the Biggest Morning Tea
Harvey's little library was filled to the brim as almost 100 people packed in to for tea and biscuits for a cause on Thursday.
The crowds came together in the Harvey War Memorial Library to take part in the Biggest Morning Tea in a bid to raise money for the Cancer Council WA.
With music performed by the Harvey Ukulele Group Strummers, platters of food and an auction to win major awards were on offer.
Shire president Michelle Campbell said it was outstanding to have so many come people together to raise money for cancer research.
'This is a fabulous cause,' she said.
'We've been on many journeys with our family members dealing with cancer, and I'm sure there's lots in the room that have known someone, or have personally been on that journey with cancer as well.'
Cr Campbell thanked the community for turning up in force, and bringing several platters of food for everyone to share.
'Everybody has contributed so much today,' she said.
After enjoying the spread of food, the community took part in an auction hosted by Harvey shire councillor and auctioneer Tiny Holly.
Library special projects manager Ruth Campbell-Hicks said there was more than $2000 worth of items on action all of which had been donated from local business and community members.
'I've got a great big, long list of people, which I won't go through, but suffice it to say, just about every business in town has given us something which is really amazing,' she said.
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Harvey's little library filled as close to 100 people pack in to take part in the Biggest Morning Tea
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