Umina Blooms phoenix rising

LIKE the legendary phoenix rising from the ashes, Blooms the Chemist Umina, NSW, has reopened with celebrations, a resurrection of a type since the store was destroyed by fire in Jan this year.

Celebrations included a series of community events and a grand opening at its new West Street location.

In addition, as part of the relaunch celebrations, store owner and pharmacist Markos Atalla and staff visited a number of local community groups throughout the week including the Ettalong and Umina Bowling Club, Everglades Country Club and Ettalong Diggers to provide free superfood smoothies and health checks.

An in-store event on Saturday included a wide range of activities and giveaways, with the Star 104.5FM road star party team, live acoustic music, face-painting and a special appearance from Batman and Wonder Woman.

Former NRL legend Adam McDougall was there to help celebrate - he is pictured with Blooms the Chemist Umina pharmacist owner Markos Atalla.