With Bendigo in sight, the Fly Away to Heaven Team made their  way to the terminal to be greeted by John Carty, Lorraine Kiely, and their support group.  With a beautiful open log fire, the team were welcomed by the Aero Club with a magnificent meal prepared by the support group under the skilful hand of chef “Lino” from East Timor.  Before a gathering of 50-60 people, Fr. John gave his Presentation that was enjoyed by everyone.  A Certificate was presented to Fr. John from the City of Greater Bendigo welcoming the Fly Away Team to Bendigo.

Next morning, the Team attended Mass celebrated by Fr. John at the Poor Clare Monastery, and much gratitude was given to the Sisters for all their prayerful support before the Team was up, up in the air heading for Traralgon.

Over 100 people waved and cheered as the Fly Away to Heaven planes taxied along the runway at the Albury Airport.  It was the day that Fr. John and his team had waited for, as they proudly waved to the crowd of well wishers.

Mr. Tim Fischer launched the Project giving his full support and congratulated the efforts of all those behind the Fly Away to Heaven Project, he quoted George Bernard Shaw, “there’s a certain joy in life in seeing a good cause helped along”.

The students from Scots School Albury presented Dr. Graham Libreri with a cheque to aid the people of East Timor.  It is with this gift of giving that will inspire others.  The children from Holy Spirit School who enjoyed the launch had a ‘day for the ...