Aria domain clean-up

A CLEAN-UP of the Aria tennis courts and domain building is being organised ahead of the Aria Sports Day on February 6.

The clean-up is on Tuesday, January 31, starting at 4pm, followed with some tennis, a barbecue and a couple of beers.

Potential cleaner uppers can call Munta Nelson 027 490 0502.

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