Impromptu shrine set up to commemorate life of Corey Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale by NOTA - November 2, 2016 The close-knit community of Medowie was shocked this week at the devastating loss of popular young man, 17-year old Corey Pethebridge. Mr Pethebridge was killed in a single vehicle accident while riding his motorbike on Wednesday, 26 October at approximately 10pm on Abundance Road, Medowie. Modern Media: Advertise with News Of The Area and you get your ad in 1) in Print, 2) on the News Website (like this ad), and 3) on our Social Media news site. A much more efficient way to advertise. Reach a HUGE audience for a LOW price TODAY! Call us on 02 4983 2134. Or media@newsofthearea.com.au Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE In a public show of grief, friends of the Irrawang High School students have established an impromptu shrine on the side of the road to commemorate the life of Corey. Among the floral tributes and other objects of remembrance are footballs, a nod to the young man’s promising potential as a Rugby League player, having previously been named on the Sydney Rooster’s Junior’s trial list. For those who are struggling with this news, reach out for help at services such as www.headspace.org.au and www.lifeline.org.au / 13 11 14 By Heather SHARP
