The Local Issue 28 September 15, 2014

September 15, 2014 Issue 28 Meet Daylesford Rotary president Greg Thompson

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Renewable energy target needs to stay

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OVES by the Australian Government to cut back the country’s renewable energy target are “treacherous”, Greens candidate for Ripon, Rod May says.

Mr May, who is campaigning to be elected at November’s state election, said the reduction of the renewable energy target would seriously affect the security of investments like Hepburn Wind farm.

Last month, a panel put together by Prime Minister Tony Abbott, recommended two options for Australia’s renewable energy target.

The first would see the scheme closed to new investment beyond those already under construction or those gaining full financial commitment within a month of the change. This would drop the target to 15 per cent.

The second would set the target at 20 per cent with the target reset each year. New renewable energy power stations would only be approved if the demand for electricity increased.

The current scheme, which had an election promise not to change it, is set at 41,000 gigawatt hours of electricity from large-scale renewable energy by 2020 - about 27 per cent of expected generation.

Mr May also took aim at the state government for no longer allowing wind turbines within two kilometres of any residential property if there were objections.

Mr May said local government, industry and the community were “crying out” for investment in renewable energy.

“Within a 100 kilometre radius of Creswick there are 545 wind turbines planned for eight farms – and they have all been approved by local government.

“Economically, socially and environmentally – central Victoria is sitting on a revolution in energy supply.”

Mr May said he believed one problem was that governments were “well looked after by the fossil fuel industry but needed to think about future generations and their legacy.

“Maybe they just think they can buy a bigger airconditioner – but we all have a personal responsibility – we can all make dramatic changes.”

Mr May said people should be lobbying their federal senators, including Ballarat-based Senator for Victoria John Madigan, who he described as “a good man”.

They also needed to vote for the Greens in the upcoming Victorian election to give them a voice and a chance to at least hold the discussion.

“In the end it will be the political decisions that make the real difference.”

Mr May, a former Hepburn Shire councillor, said while he had been reluctant to stand for state government he felt a “compelling need to take action”.

“That’s why I’m here.”

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Believing in the dream and following the steps

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RTIST Elicia Ward originally found it hard to accept that she was an artist. But now she is following her dream. Here she shares her thoughts.

“The most important thing for me to do is to make sure that I follow my ideas right to the end - believe in the dream and follow the steps with my eyes closed.

I would suggest that to anyone who has a niggling idea hidden amongst their being - it is so important.

And you don’t have to worry about going through any life changing event or needing to believe in yourself or anything, just simply follow through with all the steps that pop up in your mind.

Chip away at it, do it secretly or with a friend, it doesn’t matter as long as the idea floats out of your head and pops out into the world, only the right people will find it and they will love it.

My cards were originally created to help lift my spirits and make me smile. My soul is filled with all sorts of insecurities, so I began to draw these images as much for me as for the people who buy them.

They heal me, give me hope and make me laugh.

Starting about two years ago now, a friend printed some of my images onto a card and then I saw people buying them at Red Pepper Gallery.

It was a very big change for me to accept that I would be considered to be an artist but you just have to roll with it and get involved sometimes.

I have spent most of my life admiring people who are artists. I’m constantly looking for similarities between us but was always way too scared to actually say ‘my name is Elicia, I am an artist’. Even now it gets scary - what if they say ‘no you’re not’.

Eek! My goal is to inspire the world with hope, love and laughter. Kind of sounds big when I write it here, but it is in no way big to the space in my mind that I create from. It’s the most infinite place to be, it is fun and anything is possible.

Besides drawing cards, I write, paint, play guitar and sing. I am currently learning all about screenprinting and have my clothing range in Kaniva at a place called Heartfelt. Very exciting indeed.

You can see my cards at Red Pepper Gallery (Vincent Street, Daylesford) and paintings are at The Mill Markets in Daylesford. My EP is available on itunes, Elicia Ward, Peace by Piece.

Or jump onto my website, check out the full range and have a giggle.”

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Refugees visit shire

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EFUGEES, originally from Burma and now living in Wyndham, visited the shire recently stopping in at the 5000 Club for its community lunch and having a conversation with Anglican minister Father Jeff O’Hare.

They also had a chance to visit Lake Daylesford and a honey farm.

Meanwhile, participants in Daylesford Neighbourhood Centre’s Current Affairs have signed a pledge in favour of refugees.

The Pledge was prepared by women in Bendigo and given to the group by Ros Berry from the Daylesford Branch of Rural Australians for Refugees.

ON BEHALF of the Karen (Burmese) community of Wyndham, I would like to thank the wonderful volunteers from the Club 5000 and the community of Daylesford for welcoming our community group last Friday (September 5) to the Christ Church.

We enjoyed the healthy community lunch and then visited the church whereby Father Jeff O’Hare addressed our group.

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The Wyndham Community & Education Centre provides settlement services for newly arrived former refugees and humanitarian entrants.

Many of the clients attending last Friday are isolated and the excursion was an opportunity for them to enjoy the scenery, in one of the most attractive parts of Victoria.

The Karen community are very humble and thankful to the Australian government for giving them the opportunity to start a new life and were extremely appreciative to your community members who welcomed them on the day.

On a personal note, I was touched by a comment from one of your volunteers who pleaded with me to bring the group back to the community lunch, in the near future.

She stated that because of their visit and interaction, it was her best day she has had in a long time.

I concur with her comments, this excursion was one of my best outings with our community group and this is attributed to the wonderful hospitality of the people of Daylesford, the 5000 Club volunteers and Father Jeff.

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Craig Spicer Settlement Services coordinator Wyndham Community & Education Centre

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6 Opinion

My Say

by Donna Kelly

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OGS - check. Collars on dogs - check. Leads in ute - check.

Giant sticks in back of ute – double check.

You would think that living in the country, a walk with two people and two dogs around a beautiful reserve would be a pleasure to look forward to and carry out.

You would think that.

But we don’t. We try to do a walk at least once a day, when it’s not raining or snowing. Or under 4 degrees. So winter is pretty much out but now it’s spring so we are out again.

And so is everyone else.

But while we neatly clip leads onto collars – just so we are all on the same page – it seems that many other dog walkers believe in freedom for their pets.

As in total freedom. As in letting their dogs rush ahead, to the side, to the other side, back down the track…pretty much wherever the dog thinks looks good…even if that’s smack bang into other people with dogs on leads. Us. Just last week we popped down the local reserve for a wander around the tree bit. Where the spring water pump is. Oh, and the lovely barbecue and rotunda.

I hate that water. I think it’s because I am a product of the 1970s and still have amalgam fillings. When I drink that water it seems to sizzle on my fillings. Owww. And it tastes like…well you can live on it, I guess.

Oh, and I have never seen anyone use that barbecue or that rotunda.

Sometimes I wonder how much they cost to install. Rates and all that. But mostly I wonder when a dog is going to rush me and my dogs, which are quite elderly now. If one dog year equals seven people years they are coming up to 105. Even if they got that a little wrong, it’s definitely winter and shouldn’t be one of their discontent…

But it is. Last week, we got out at the reserve and yes, there was one car parked there, but no-one around, just a woman quite a way off on the track walking away from us. Yes, her dog was off lead, but it was well ahead of her on the track. So it was safe. Or so it seemed.

By the time we had the dogs on the ground, and had taken the sticks out of the back of the ute, the woman had turned around and was heading back our way. And her dog had picked up on the idea, seen us, and was bolting through one gate and through another fence towards us.

Medium sized, fast, young dog. So we did what we do every time – ran back to the ute, dragging two old dogs wondering what was going on and threw them on the back seat. One hurt its leg. Kyle twisted his back. And there was no stopping this dog.

We had imagined that most dogs, faced with angry humans armed with sticks yelling at them, will back off. Not this dog. It was all over the doors trying to find a way in. Finally it ran off back to its owner, who was now just 300 metres away, and was popped back on its lead.

I went over and said “your dog just rushed us”. She said “he’s just being friendly”. I said “how would I know that”. She said “oh, yes…”. I said “our dogs are old and one does not want to be friendly so they would have ended up in a fight”. She said “no, they wouldn’t, he’s friendly”. I said “mine’s not, that’s why he’s on a lead”. She said “oh sorry”. I said “not good enough I am going to report you”. She said “well, it’s my first time here and it will be my last now” in a put-out kind of voice. I said “good”. Then she added “anyway I am leaving now so you can walk your dogs”. And I said “no because there will be another idiot like you arriving soon”.

I know, a bit rude, sorry, but I was really annoyed. And I won’t report it because it tends to be the dog that comes off worst – as in put down. And if I reported every time a dog rushed us, there would be about 50 less dogs around.

And I like dogs. A lot. A lot more than I like most people.

But I read in another paper, you know which one, that Hepburn Shire Council is very concerned about dogs rushing people and wants to know all about it and help. (Did you know that the council could advertise with a full page in every edition of The Local for a year for just $7800. Just sayin… rates and that.) Anyway, we have rung the council many times and asked for someone to just turn up and even caution people who have dogs running madly around the place.

No show. We even asked for a “dogs on lead only” sign to be placed at the reserve, were given an order number and then found out months later it is a

designated dog free area – if the owner has effective voice control. Effective not a feeble “Harry, where are you…” from miles away.

And it’s not just here. How many people have given up walking their dogs at Lake Daylesford because others are off leash but always “friendly”. Or perhaps needing their “freedom”.

Anyway, rant over. For now. I still have a big stick. And I am not afraid to use it.

Oh, that’s only on dog owners. I would never hit a dog.

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New president for Daylesford Rotary

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T’S not even been three months, but Greg Thompson is putting his stamp on Daylesford Rotary.

The new president, who only joined the club in September last year, is keen to make a difference to the community of Daylesford and Hepburn Shire.

Greg and wife Jo moved to Eganstown two years ago taking up residence on a block of land bought in 2009.

Originally from New Zealand, the pair moved to Melbourne in 2006 but soon decided they wanted out of corporate life (they were both in the recruitment industry) and started looking for somewhere where life was a little slower.

They chose Daylesford because it was similar to towns they liked in New Zealand, such as Queenstown, and also because they could see the potential, having watched it transition from “a hippy, greeny place to a more commercial tourism type town”.

Greg said after the move he joined Rotary to get involved with the local community.

“I wanted to know who did what and how, what the community was up to and what was happening. And then I was asked to be president – I didn’t put my hand up for it – but it’s been great.”

Greg took over from Jan Pengilley who had two years in the role but was keen to step down and spend more time on building the Daylesford Rotary Art Show to a bigger event. This year the show will be part of Artober – a full month of artistic happenings in Daylesford.

“I think they also wanted change. They wanted to be dynamic, more involved with the community. And I was someone with fresh eyes and ideas, who could motivate others and innovate. And they are a great group of people – all very passionate about the community, about making a difference, so it’s been easier than I thought.”

Greg said one thing he made clear from the start was that the club should focus on the local community.

“My whole motivation is to try to do something for the community. And that’s its assets – the parts of the community which are undervalued or neglected or ignored, and the youth of the community, which is the heart of the community, and how do we engage and motivate young people?”

With the former, Greg believes Lake Daylesford is one of the region’s greatest assets and one of its most neglected buildings is the old bandstand, covered in red tape, by the causeway.

“From historical photos it used to be quite the place to be but no-one goes there now. I would like to have a debate about that. About how we can fix it – whether it’s the shire or Rotary I don’t care. Let’s just do it because right now it’s a disgrace.”

There’s also a big push to fund the Daylesford Men’s Shed emergency bed in a box – to provide comfortable and private beds for people affected by disasters like bushfire or flooding.

For the latter, the club is setting up a youth exchange either with someone from the south of France, which has a similar lifestyle to the region, or from Sweden or Scandinavia with some knowledge to share about harnessing energy from efficient burning back into heating – to reduce reliance on bottled gas and electricity.

Along with his Rotary work, Greg and Jo have also taken over Daylesford Cottage Directory, from Peta and Glen Heyne. They are keen to take it to the next level to become a real competitor to the two existing accommodation rental agencies in Daylesford.

The new office is in the Albert Street complex and there is a new website and logo ready to be launched “to make their own stamp”, using young and innovative design teams Edition and Echo Sierra, on the long-established and successful business. Jo, the face of the business, said she loves her new life and work.

“I have a passion for helping people - in recruitment it’s our job - and I love giving great

customer service. I strive to give 110 per cent.

People call or email to book a cottage, but I always dig a little deeper and find out what they are looking for in that cottage. It might be a weekend away with a mum and sisters, or a romantic weekend, or someone is going to propose. So I like to give them choices that will really fit.

“When I get their feedback and they say what a great time they had, I feel I have done a really good job. I like to check everything in the cottages to make sure everything is the best it can be, so guests love their stay and will tell everyone about us.

“It’s so nice not to be in the corporate world.”

And if that’s not enough, Greg and Jo also have a firewood and mowing/gardening business – a spin off from the big block at Eganstown.

Meanwhile, Greg is keen to engage some new talent and add new members to Rotary.

“I’d like people to come on a journey with me, so if you have ever thought vaguely about it, I’d love to hear from you, let’s chat and convert some fresh ideas and action into the community.”

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It covers resource efficiency, energy efficiency, business case development and business case discussion. Mentoring sessions will also be provided to further support participants.

The program consists of four half-day workshops and will be held on Wednesdays at The Warehouse – Clunes from 9am to 12.30pm. The final workshop will be held in 2015 with a date still to be announced.

The cost of the full program is $100 per person with discounts available for agribusinesses registering more than one participant.

This program is funded by Sustainability Victoria’s Smarter Resources, Smarter Business Program and will be delivered by Central Highlands Agricultural Forum in partnership with Federation University and BREAZE Energy Solutions. The City of Ballarat and Hepburn, Moorabool and Pyrenees shires also support the program.

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ATE Buckland runs One & One Creative - “a small, local creative studio which specialises in client focussed branding and graphic design solutions for small and medium businesses”.

Also on the team are studio dogs Evie and Augie. On their behalf Kate answered a few questions about her workmates.

What are your dogs’ names?

Evie & Augie (or Genevieve Lily Buckland–Cole and Augustine Dale Buckland-Cole. Yep, we’re those kind of parents).

What kind of dogs are they?

Evie is a maltese cross mini foxy who came from a litter left at the vet’s. Augie is a mystery, a rescue dog. Some kind of terrier cross. Maybe staffy, although only on the inside.

How old are they?

Evie is five, Augie is four. We got them both as the cutest teensy little puppies.

It took Evie a few years to grow into her ears.

How do they help the business?

Apart from supervising me from the other office chair, they will often serve as foot warmers, or lap warmers. Officially, Augie is in charge of security and alerts me to any visitors, including cars going past the house, birds in the yard and sometimes even the wind. Evie is the health and safety officer. Her passion is in ensuring that we all get regular breaks, and she will yell at me if I don’t pull away from the computer. They also lead the way when it comes to client relations. Evie

has even convinced a client into rubbing her tummy on an initial meeting and Augie has had another playing ball.

Are they good workers?

The best. Although, they often sleep in ‘til mid-morning. And they travel as a pair, so if one is out, they both are.

Are there any OHS issues for them?

Nope. Although they are scared of the noise the printer makes.

Any special stories about them?

Augie likes to sing. When the office was in Hepburn Springs (near the fire station) he would join in with the test siren. His sound is a mixture between Sinatra and Lassie. He’s also a superstar footy player and can mark with the best of them. He’s a Blues boy – and might be what they need next year! I’ll give him the time off. Evie is a little on the sensitive side, but she has a few reasons. She fell off a balcony when she was a couple of months old – came out without a scratch. Pretty sure her (then oversized) ears acted as sails and she glided to the ground.

Anything else you want to add?

It can be really lonely working for yourself so having these guys as my offsiders makes all the difference. They love meeting new people as well, so if anyone would like Evie & Augie to account manage their next website or branding project, they should email studiodogs@oneandonecreative.com.au Nice plug!

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Dragons on the lake

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AKE Daylesford was put to good use last week, September 7 and 8, when the Yarra River Dragons and the Golden Dragons Ballarat used it for their second annual training camp.

Locals watched the two clubs train for the upcoming regatta season which starts in Bendigo on October 19.

Spokeswoman Michelle O’Brien said the weekend was also a taste of what was ahead at the selection camp for the Auroras – The Australian Dragon Boat Team - in coming months.

Ms O’Brien said the coffee machine was running hot at the Bookbarn@ Daylesford between sessions and the Yarra River Dragons enjoyed a barbecue catered by the Albert St Butchery on Saturday night.

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The Swiss & Italian Festa seeks works which represent the sense of place in the landscape around Hepburn Springs and the Central Highlands.

The winning entry will receive $1000 with $500 for second place and $250 for third place.

Details: 0401 515 448, info@swissitalianfesta.com.au or swissitalianfesta. com All entries will be on display throughout the Festa at the Rex Gallery, 4753 Vincent Street, Daylesford.

The display opens on Wednesday, November 12 from 6pm to 8pm and is then open from Thursday, November 13 to Sunday, November 16 from 10.30am to 3.30pm.

Exhibition entries close on November 10.

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A Sparkling Life

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came to live in Daylesford, aged 11, in 1951.

This is an account of those sparkling years; one could say a double sparkle – the mineral water and the sparkling life my wonderful parents allowed me.

“At heart dad was a true bush whacker. He taught me all sorts of things like I could widdle upstream and, provided the water was fast running, he said it purified itself within ten feet and I could fill up the billy with absolute safety.

He spent his early school days in the bush living in tents following the timber trail with his parents and brothers and sisters. He knew what it was like surviving the country’s freezing winters, the searing heat of its summers, barefoot treks to school and a mother cooking over an open fire.

Considering dad’s love of the bush it is strange that memories, both vivid and hazy, of my early childhood are those spent in Melbourne’s inner suburban slums during, and just after, World War II. Somehow amid the factory smoke, dirty lanes and cluttered houses he cemented my bush foundation. The great love he had for it never left him. He served his country in war time and worked hard for it in peace time, but always and ever, no matter where life found him, his heart was in the bush.

To him I attribute my love of the great outdoors and an acute awareness of the struggle had by our forefathers to tame this great land.

To the great Australian poet, Henry Lawson, I write this reassurance knowing dad too is tuning in.

DEAR HENRY. Henry can you hear me?

You’re in my mountains still.

I feel you all around me and I guess I always will.

For as long as there is eucalypt and a wisp of blue smoked air, a mullock heap of memory will always linger there.

Your land has changed in many ways progressed beyond your dreams.

Man has boldly trespassed in the wake of laser beams.

Tall cities now are standing talking to the world, indeed to you just yesterday the Nation’s flag unfurled.

But your land lives on dear Henry, in our hearts and in our hands.

We are a Nation full of promise, born of many lands.

Your lush green timbered mountains still echo with the sound of dedicated bushmen surviving from the ground.

Your lofty mountains still ride high above the rolling plains and dancing clouds still tease the sun and bring on gentle rains.

Now can you hear the axemen?

And the gurgle of the brooks?

They’re still within our forests amid the shady nooks.

I love your land dear Henry,

I love its every tree and I know you were a dreamer, a dreamer, just like me.”

(This is the first in an ongoing column by Marian Sidwell and her recollection of living in Daylesford) Drawing by Brian Nash – briannash.com.au

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Lake all loved up

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SHE said yes!” is written on one of almost 50 locks, all declaring love, now hanging on the wires of the footbridge next to the change rooms at Lake Daylesford.

The first locks appeared there in March this year, with one even professing love for The Local.

Love locks, or love padlocks, are a phenomenon which has taken off around the world since 2000.

Sweethearts, friends or family use the locks to symbolise their love, often writing or engraving their names on the lock and then throwing the keys into the water – the locks can never be undone.

One of the most famous bridges now covered in locks is the Pont des Arts, a footbridge in Paris which crosses the Seine River.

In Australia, locks of love can be found at the Mt Keira lookout near Wollongong, on bridges across the Yarra River in Melbourne and on the University Footbridge over the River Torrens in Adelaide.

new & pre-loved clothing recycled and Belgian furniture skincare - giftware locally made art 38 High Street,Trentham ph: 035424 1164

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Spring Sale at La Vita 20% off the marked price of all throw rugs and cushions until the end of September. This applies to existing stock and new stock that is arriving weekly.

Gorgeous range of vintage-look Love Locks also on sale at La Vita.

La Vita e Bella 39 Albert Street, Daylesford Thursday to Monday 10am-5pm

“Thanks to Ian and Anne for moving us, and The Local, into the 21st century with remote access and no fuss service. All the things we just came to expect in Melbourne but struggled to find when we moved here”. – Donna and Kyle, The Local “After seeing the article in The Local on IML Design earlier in the year, I saved it for future reference and I was able to call Ian and quickly get business grade email set up for my business when I needed it, as well as assistance for the most efficient internet and wireless installation in Korweinguboora.”

Marianne Dunham (Dunham Legal) “As I needed to move my web hosting I was recommended to contact Ian & Anne from IML Design. They got my business site moved and up and running in no time.

Thank you both for your help and a great service!”

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“Ian was instrumental in helping us navigate the various options when it came to setting up an NBN connection in Ullina (6km out from Smeaton). Without Ian’s help we would still be using a slower ADSL connection.”

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Up, up and away at Dean Kite Festival

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HE sky at Dean was a riot of colour and shapes as the second annual Dean Kite Festival got under way.

People from around the Hepburn Shire and beyond ran around the Dean Reserve dragging all shapes and sizes of kites – hoping the wind would lift them away into the air.

Organiser Liz Kelly said last year saw 150 people attend the event and she was hoping for even more this year.

As well as kite flying, kite making was also pretty popular with a fee of just $10 turning into a fully working kite for kids and adults.

“The woman making kites organised the Rosebud Kite Festival which is really, really big. I can imagine one day this event will be that big too,” Liz said.

Liz said Dean was known as a pretty windy district and the idea was also to bring families together and outside to enjoy old fashioned fun.

“We want to get kids outside and off their electronic devices and to put Dean on the map. And if anyone is reading this and missed this year, mark it in your diary for the same weekend next year.”

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Smeaton’s future

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HE Smeaton community has until September 26 to complete a survey about what they want for the future.

A shire media release said the community and Hepburn Shire Council have “joined forces to produce a plan that covers what residents love about Smeaton and what they would like to see happen” in the township.

“The development of the Smeaton community plan will include a posted and online survey, community events and meetings and other opportunities to be involved.

“When the plan is finished it will be shared with local councillors with the view that some of the community ideas can be incorporated into council planning.”

Smeaton residents can have their say at surveymonkey.com/s/smeatonsurvey The Smeaton community plan will be completed by the end of the year.

ALMOST every day, Daylesford resident Julie Higgs watches as this kookaburra “seemingly minding its own business” is rushed by a temperamental crow.

The win ratio is 50/50.

Dear Customers, We apologise for the state of our Daylesford store at this time. Circumstances beyond our control have meant there is little we can do to change this but we are doing all we can to rectify the situation as fast as we can.

In the meantime we would like to thank you for all your continued support and well wishes.

We hope in the near future that we have something exciting and new to share with you.

We sincerely appreciate your custom and patience.

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debbie moses turning heads

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HERE’S a new store in Daylesford’s Vincent Street – debbie moses – and the woman behind the name is already turning heads with her stylish and edgy clothing, jewellery and homewares.

Debbie and her husband David moved to Daylesford two years ago after 18 years in Melbourne for the “fresh air, sunshine and beautiful earth”.

“We soon realised that commuting for work wasn’t worth it, especially with winter and black ice!

“So I thought I would get a job locally and worked with Amanda Fontanella at Harry & Me – and absolutely loved it. But it was only one or two days a week and Amanda told me I really needed to open my own store.

“She repeated that about eight months later and I thought ‘well, she must be able to see something in me’ and down the track I just thought ‘you know what, let’s give it a go’.

“I had never thought of it before but I always enjoyed shopping for clothing so thought that’s where I would start. And then I have also always enjoyed browsing homeware shops and buying the odd thing here and there. And jewellery - well you can never have enough jewellery!”

Debbie said she then saw the Ugg & More premises was available and just loved the layout, that it was in Vincent Street and the beautiful brickwork and cement flooring.

“It was a little bit industrial – and then we added some furniture by Guy Matthews who does the fit-out for designer Lee Matthews – and it just evolved from there.

From the day of conception of the idea to the day we opened was eight weeks.”

Debbie, whose motto is “enjoy being you” said the first port of call was a trade show where she first felt a little overwhelmed and then decided to “just go and buy what I love and what I am passionate about”.

“So the pressure was off and I started enjoying myself.”

Debbie said since opening, just a couple of weeks ago, the response had been incredible and she was loving her new life and store.

“When we were creating this space I remember visualising my first day, dressed up nicely, walking up to the front door and opening up this beautiful space. It was just so exciting. And now, every day, I think how lucky am I to be in this environment, doing something I love.”

Debbie said she was concentrating on quality Australian and local designers along with beautiful packaging.

“Packaging is really important. Not only can an item be useful it can also be pleasurable. And with packaging it’s the first thing you see visually so you get that instant gratification and that’s important. Then the product must feel quality and look quality so it can be enjoyed. I have chosen what I love so I can share it with others.”

Debbie’s clothing range includes Australian designer Mela Purdie – catering for the woman who travels, with 90 to 95 per cent of their clothing produced in Australia, Skin and Threads – another premium Australian brand focusing on linen, silk, cotton and all nature fibres and Tusk – from Port Douglas, mostly cotton and very edgy.

Debbie is also introducing Sabatini – a Sydney-based designer who will be delivering their summer range early next week.

“And I will always be sourcing new things to keep people excited and I love it when someone sees something new and they love it.

“There will be new and interesting things all the time – and I will always be listening to the customers.”

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Don’t argue - Daylesford PS students are winners

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AYLESFORD Primary School students did themselves proud at the Royal South Street Debating Challenge held recently.

Eight students from grades 5 and 6 took part for the first time. Team 1 made it through to the finals while Team 2 was in the grand final and debated the topic “that reality TV should be voted off the screen”. With teacher Trudi Blick the team prepared and presented their argument, having to take the stance that reality TV should stay – and won. Members were Cooper Harwood, Ben English, Jaida Berridge and William Glen.

Meanwhile, the senior choir entered and won the Primary School Choirs competition, lighting up the stage with an energetic performance of Rhythm of Life followed by a rendition of Hine e Hine, a Maori lullaby. Performing arts specialist Suzanne Hobson said the students set themselves clear goals to improve the technical side of their singing.

“Most are very committed and have been in the choir for several years. Their dedication is paying off and they are making an exceptional sound. More importantly, they are passionate about their music, and this makes their performances rewarding and enjoyable for them.”

BOOMERANG HOLIDAY RANCH Trail riding through picturesque bushland.

All rides supervised by qualified staff.  School Camps  Single and family  Group bookings

For further information ph. 53482525 Tipperary Springs Road, Daylesford 3460 www.boomerangranch.com.au

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Birdmann flying in for school holidays

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N ROUTE from Edinburgh Festival to Melbourne Festival, The Birdmann will be making a detour to Daylesford ARC’s miniFest during the September school holidays.

The Birdmann, a colleague of ARC manager Kareena Hodgson from her circus days, dresses in “a tight black suit, has cool hair” and thrills audiences with “incredible plastic bag-juggling, nostril tea-drinking, object balancing, and genre-escaping exhibitions to find fun and freedom”.

The Birdmann will be at the ARC on Monday, September 22 from 2pm to 3pm. Cost is $10.

The miniFest runs from September 22 to October 3.

Links: thebirdmann.com.au | daylesfordarc.com.au

miniFest;)

22nd Sept- 3rd Oct 2014 @ The ARC 53481777

www.thedaylesfordarc.com.au Monday 22nd Sept

Thursday 25th Sept

Friday 26th Sept

Scooter Grand Prix 10am-­‐12pm

Hip Hop 10am-­‐12pm $10

Indoor Soccer $10 10am-­‐12pm

Direct from Montreal 'Just for Laughs' Fest.

1-­‐5 year olds

Soul Studios bring Hip Hop class

all ages

Sam Thomas of 'The Chipolatas' joins us

gold coin donation

to Daylesford.

no booking required.

with an exciting workshop using

no booking required.

no booking required.

Baby Disco 10am-­‐12pm

your body as the instrument.

Rock Climbing 11.30pm-­‐1pm $10

all ages

mums and bubs disco! $5

Bookings essential.

THE BIRDMANN 2pm-­‐3pm $10

bookings essential.

“amazement” -­‐ The Guardian

Make a Snake $10 1.30pm-­‐3.30pm

Body Percussion $20 10am-­‐12pm

Tuesday 23rd Sept

Wednesday 24th Sept

No activities

“idiosyncratic genius” -­‐ The Scotsman

Tuesday 30th Sept

Wednesday 1st Oct Make a snake $10 1pm-­‐3pm

No activities

Creative art play.

Circus Oz Aerial Teacher Eleanor will teach the art of tissu. (like a rope only

Hula Hoop 3pm-­‐4.30pm as below

Creative art play.

“brilliantly ingenious” – Chortle “highly original comedy”-­‐ The Age

Monday 29th Sept Aerial Tissu 10am-­‐12pm $15

1950's Beauty School

softer) Bookings essential.

Body Percussion 12pm-­‐2pm $20

Hula Hoop $15

as above

2pm-­‐3.30pm

All enquires contact; kareenah@ourneighbourhood.org.au

12-­‐18 year olds get your retro on!

Thursday 2nd Oct Friday 3rd Oct Drama Club 12pm-­‐2pm $10 Indoor Soccer $10 imagination time!!!! bookings essential.

10am-­‐12pm

exploring camoflage no booking required.

make a hoop to take home learn some tricks too!

2.30pm-­‐4.30pm $10

all ages

Carnival Day $5 Jumping Castle 2pm-­‐4pm indoor jumping fun for all ages. no booking reqired.

no booking reqiuired.

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Finals wins for shire’s junior football and ne

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T WAS huge day for Hepburn and Creswick at the Central Highlands Football and Netball League finals on Saturday.

Hepburn football’s under 14.5 won against Buninyong - 11.6.72 - 5.5.35 with Hepburn’s Jordan Grant voted best on ground.

Then Hepburn football’s under 17.5 also showed how it was done defeating Bungaree - 12.9.81 - 11.8.72.

Over at the netball courts, Creswick under 13 defeated Hepburn, 21 to 18 with Creswick captain Tegan Hall taking home best on court.

But it was at the final netball game of the day which saw the crowds gather to see a strong Hepburn seniors side up against Skipton.

The scores were neck and neck throughout the game as both sides gave their all.

As the final minutes closed in it looked like Hepburn might just make it through, with the teams even at 40.

But a final goal by Skipton, right as the game ended, saw them win by one goal. The Hepburn team, clearly emotionally charged, was gracious in defeat wishing the Skipton women a great night of celebrations.

It was a incredible game of netball - and Hepburn’s netballers may not have won but they were amazing.

Meanwhile, Hepburn football and netball teams both had wins earlier this year with football coach Clive Raak and netball coach Gary Cooke, both far right, presented with Central Highlands’ Coaches of the Year awards.

Hepburn Football Netball Club was also named the premier club of the Central Highlands Football League.

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etball teams but seniors miss by one goal

A FEAST OF MUSIC TICKETS Concert Standard $45 Pensioner $40 Children & Students $25 Dinner with Chamber Music $120 Combined Concert & Dinner with Chamber Music Package $ 149 Full details & online bookings: melb.ch/daylesford

Sunday 21 September 2014

CONCERT & DINNER Indulge your senses with an afternoon and evening filled with glorious music and a gourmet dinner in Daylesford.

CONCERT

2.30 PM

DAYLESFORD TOWN HALL

DINNER WITH 6.00 PM CHAMBER MUSIC FRANGOS & FRANGOS

Tickets: eCasa 89 Vincent Street Daylesford

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THE surrounds of Lake Daylesford turned into a sea of white fluff yesterday (Sunday) as Samoyed Club of Victoria members, and their pets, got together for their monthly walk. Daylesford’s Deb McNaughton, fourth from right, and husband John Styles, fifth from right, took two-year-old Mawson out for the event. Ms McNaughton said the social club met once a month for a walk with recent locations including the snow and Frankston. “The numbers vary.

At the snow we had about 25 and we have 12 so far here today from around Victoria.” Ms McNaughton said samoyeds took a bit of care with their long coats but had “beautiful temperaments”. “Mawson is a really, really, gentle dog and he is in his element in winter here and loves the occasional snow. In summer it’s a bit warm...but if you are willing to take care of their grooming, and have children, they are just wonderful pets.”

TRENTHAM

&

MAKERS MARKET

Two Markets – One location

LET’S CELEBRATE SPRING

Spring has sprung – The grass is ris – I wonder where the birdies is???

The Town Square in Trendy Trentham

Milliner Sue Trewella

Renowned for our fresh produce from local farmers, the Trentham Farmers Market has been joined at the Town Square by the Trentham Makers Market

will be showcasing her

The Farmers Market has a selection of dairy and goat's cheeses, sourdough, eggs and live poultry, preserves, olive products, plants and fresh flowers, wines, apples and pears, locally brewed beer, potatoes and an assortment of natural farm products

over champagne and canapés

Spring head pieces

The Trentham Makers Market showcases an array of talented crafters displaying unique hand made products. It functions as an outlet for lively crafters and artists in the area, offering a fantastic shopping experience for a variety of wants and needs—designer jewellery, gorgeous soaps, skilful metal work, fashion accessories, or something unique for the home and garden. The charm of our arts and crafts is complemented by the stunning backdrop of the historic town of Trentham Try them on, have fun, drink champagne No obligation to buy

For more information or stall application contact Farmers Market Shirley Corneille 0427 542 811 Corneille53@gmail.com

Makers Market Michael Bedewi 0409 746 620 mbedewi@hotmail.com

Third Saturday, 9am – 1pm

DATE:

7th October 2014

TIME:

5:30—7:30pm

VENUE:

St Michaels Primary School, Smith St, Daylesford

COST:

$20 per head

CONTACT:

Lesley 0407 843 928

Email: lesley.hewitt55@gmail.com BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL FOR CATERING

RSVP

5th October 2014

The money raised for Hat Day goes to research into helping those affected by depression, anxiety, schizophrenia and many other illnesses. Hat Day is an initiative of Australian Rotary Health, one of the largest non-government funders of mental illness research in Australia. Hat Day 2014 is to be the springboard to launch a new national initiative focused on the prevention of mental health disorders. For more information go to www.hatday.com.au

I N V I T A T I O N

COMES TO DAYLESFORD ENJOY A UNIQUE KIWI EXPERIENCE

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rand Pacific Tours and Daylesford Travel are hosting an informative travel talk on board the Gold Class Coach. Jump on board, take a seat and

experience a comfortable short journey as you learn about the benefits of seeing this stunning destination by coach. Let the experts answer your questions about New Zealand as you enjoy light refreshments*.

EXCLUSIVE OFFERS ON THE DAY Date Tuesday 23 September 2014 Time 9.30 - 11.30 am Pick up point Daylesford Travel, 4 Howe Street

PLACES ARE STRICTLY LIMITED To RSVP call Daylesford Travel on 5348 4266 *Weather permitting

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Celebrating wine

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UDBURST Wine and Food Festival, held on November 15 and 16, celebrates the grape vine buds bursting - marking the beginning of a new wine vintage.

There will be more than 20 boutique wineries from 14 locations taking part with hundreds of wines to taste from the Macedon Ranges region.

Available are the classics - chardonnay, riesling, shiraz, merlot or cabernet sauvignon along with the newer varietals - lagrein, malbec or prosecco or the Italians nebbiolo, tempranillo or vivace.

Winemakers have partnered up with food producers and restaurateurs in the region at their cellar doors to offer food to complement their wines. Small producers are also getting together to exhibit at central locations.

Along with wine and food, the festival also offers up music at each venue including blues and roots, world music, pop and classical performances across the weekend.

There are also special dinners matched with regional wines at cellars and restaurants in the region. Bookings are essential.

Festival tickets are $15 each which includes a glass at the first winery visited and then covers tastings from all Budburst wineries.

Link: macedonrangeswine.com.au/budburst-festival

WASTE TO OPPORTUNITY FORUMS SOCIAL ENTERPRISE One of the key strategy actions contained in Council’s Waste Management and Resource Recovery Strategy is to investigate the development of social enterprises at transfer stations to enhance the recovery of unwanted items. Funding has been allocated in the 2014/15 Council budget for this purpose.

Social Enterprises deliver a broad range of social, environmental, cultural and economic benefits to individuals and communities through the trading of goods and services.

Adopting a Social Enterprise model in Hepburn Shire will promote turning waste into opportunity and provide the following potential benefits: • Create local jobs • Promote reuse of disposed materials • Reduce waste to landfill and the associated environmental impacts

Council will be conducting community forums in the major towns to seek community input into the Social Enterprise proposal.

FORUM DETAILS Trentham Thursday, 18 September 2014 at 7.00pm, at Trentham Uniting Church Hall Creswick Monday, 22 September 2014 at 7.00pm, at Creswick RSL Daylesford Wednesday, 24 September 2014 at 7.00pm, at Daylesford Town Hall Clunes Thursday, 25th September 2014 at 7.00pm, at Esmond Gallery, at The Warehouse - Clunes

• Improve Transfer Stations operation • Promote best practices • Reduce waste management costs • Promote the creative use of waste in the artistic community.

To participate in the forum, please register your interest by contacting Tamara Patterson on 5321 6111 or email tpatterson@hepburn.vic.gov.au.

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Out & About TRENTHAM Life Activities Club will hold an open day on Friday, October 10 at the Mechanics Institute Hall, High Street, Trentham from 10am to 4pm.

Activities include Chinese exercise, mah jong, stitch, knit and spin, ukulele, gardening, horse riding and walking in the Wombat Forest.

BOKEH Gallery will host a photography competition in association with the Daylesford Art Show from October 1 to November 4.

First prize is a solo exhibition at Bokeh Gallery, in Howe Street, including media promotion. Guest judge is image maker, writer and researcher Dr Marcus Bunyan. Photographs will be judged on aesthetics and technical quality.

Entries close on Monday, September 8.

Details: bokehdaylesford.com

BERN Barry will speak about Music in the Central Highlands (MITCH) at the Trentham Neighbourhood Centre on Wednesday, September 17 from 7pm to 8.30pm.

MITCH is about showcasing the talent of the local musical community by creating a positive, nurturing and supportive environment.

Gold coin donation and supper provided.

ABC Open, an online writing workshop, will be held at the Creswick Neighbourhood Centre on Saturday, September 20 from 1pm to 3pm.

The monthly writing challenge invites people to write a short non-fiction story about your life and get it published on the ABC. September’s theme is “I broke it”.

Details: Derek Raffin on 5345 2356 or admin@creswicknc.org.au Link: creswicknc.org.au

ADVANCED TREES Weekends Sat & Sun 9-5 or by appointment.

Delivery & EFTPOS. Nick: 0422 736 165 Plants grown on farm to 1.5-3m 100 + species.

See website for list.

Discounts for grow-to-order & custom treescapes available.

609 Spring Hill Road, Spring Hill.

Melways Ref: X909 E9.

www.ancientnatives.com.au

TRENTHAM STATION SUNDAY MARKET Victoria Street, Trentham On the fourth Sunday of each month 8.30am - 2.30pm Enquiries/Bookings - Gwenda on 5424 1611 or Ross on 5424 1509 A great variety of stalls in and around the beautiful Trentham Station **Permanent carriage stalls open every weekend** Including - Craft in the Carriage, Kaye’s Soaps and Candles, Leigh’s Homemade Preserves, Snax on the Trax & Trentham Olde Worlde Lolly Shoppe Trentham - Always relaxed and refreshing!

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Members drive Creswick flicks

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AYLESFORD Community Theatre is looking for new members for the 2014-2015 season.

Full membership is $40 which entitles members to a discounted entry of $10, invitations to members events and association membership which means a vote at general meetings.

The concession membership is just $2 – for pensioners and other concession card holders who would like to make a donation to the cinema, enjoy the benefits of membership and being able to vote at general meetings.

All concession card holders are offered entry of $10.

President Linda Carroll said the committee was working hard to offer a program which had broad appeal to the community.

“We are also planning well in advance so that visitors coming to the area with children are aware of the movies which will be screening.”

Link: www.therex.org.au

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OVIES being screened at the Courthouse Theatre, Raglan Street, Creswick are: September 19 - Alfred Hitchcock’s “The Wrong Man”, October 17 Aussie film starring Billy Connolly – “The Man Who Sued God”, November 21 - 2003 Aussie comedy – “Bad Eggs” and December 19 – “A Christmas Story”.

Movies start at 7.30pm with coffee and tea supplied. Donations accepted.

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UNITING CHURCH Munch & Mingle Tuesdays (Weekly) Friends of the Uniting Church Daylesford extend an “open to all” invitation to come along and enjoy lunch from 11.30am to 1pm at the Mitchell Hall (next door to the Uniting Church), Central Springs Rd, Daylesford.

Enquiries to Jenny 0428 215 291

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Local support for MCO exciting for JoAnne

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OANNE Stephenson owns eCasa, a small homewares retail business and L’Atelier, a French style apartment above the Daylesford store. She also just happens to be the chair of the board of Melbourne Chamber Orchestra which is coming to Daylesford on September 21. JoAnne took time out to chat with Donna Kelly.

DK: What’s your background?

JS: My husband Robin and I are Queenslanders originally but have lived in Victoria for more than 25 years now. Robin is an architect and I am an accountant by training and spent most of my career with accounting firm, KPMG. DK: How did you get involved with the MCO? JS: I was approached by one of the existing directors of the MCO about three years ago to join the board. Robin and I love classical music, and after spending time with William Hennessy, the MCO’s artistic director, I was convinced the MCO had great values as an orchestra and was producing exceptional music.

DK: What is your position?

JS: I’m privileged to be the chair of the board of the MCO. DK: What do you do?

JS: Founded in 1995 as Australia Pro Arte Orchestra, the Melbourne Chamber Orchestra has a core of 17 string players drawn from Melbourne’s outstanding community of orchestral artists. Under the artistic direction of William Hennessy, the orchestra captivates audiences with its world-class artistry, dynamic stage presence and stimulating programming from the vast chamber music repertoire.

The orchestra presents an annual series of concerts in the world-renowned acoustic environment of the Melbourne Recital Centre. With a particular focus on being an agile orchestra for all Victorians, MCO delights audiences outside central Melbourne with its regular touring and series in metropolitan and regional locations. The orchestra has performed over 60 concerts outside Melbourne since 2008. MCO also offers an innovative Regional Advanced Strings Education Program in selected Victorian centres – students have the chance to practice and play with artists from the MCO. DK: What do you think MCO brings to communities/listeners?

JS: The objective of the MCO is to delight our audiences with beautiful chamber music drawn from across a number of centuries of composing. I think one of the terrific things about MCO audiences is that they trust the MCO to put together a repertoire which combines well-known pieces with little-known but beautiful pieces. Our regional touring program (supported by Regional Arts Victoria) brings an exceptionally talented group of classical musicians regularly to regional Victorian towns like Daylesford so that residents can enjoy performances in their own venues rather than having to travel to Melbourne.

We’re enthusiastic about the opportunity to create a “home” in the regions in Daylesford through the development of a weekend festival of chamber music.

By developing a full weekend of events we will create opportunities for smaller groups of chamber musicians from within and outside the MCO to play in the beautiful venues around the Daylesford/Hepburn shire. We hope that as the weekend event develops, it will draw visitors to the region thus contributing to the local economy. We are currently thinking spring/September timing offers a “football-free” alternative – beautiful music in our terrific local venues!

DK: How do you divide your time between the shire and Melbourne?

JS: These days Robin and I spend four to five days a week in Daylesford and just a couple of days a week on average in Melbourne. Robin’s architectural practice is largely centred in the central Victorian region with only about 20 per cent of his projects now in Melbourne.

DK: What’s your life away from MCO? JS: My focus in Daylesford is on eCasa, a small homewares retail business and now L’Atelier, a French style apartment located above the store and offering accommodation to visitors to the area. The other part of my professional life is focussed on a contribution as a director to a number of not-for-profit and listed entity boards. For example, I am a member of the Peter MacCallum Cancer Institute board – another amazing institution. In our spare time, we love nurturing our garden at home near Daylesford.

DK: Why Leonards Hill? (Everyone has a story about why they are here…)

JS: For a few years we lived in Hill Street in Daylesford but had a hankering for more land to develop a garden around a house designed by Robin. So in 2000 we found a site with some already established olive trees and started developing that dream. Now we love our life in the country and get very excited each year about our small olive harvest with friends and sharing the resulting fresh-pressed olive oil.

DK: Anything else you would like to add?

JS: I’m really excited about the local support we have had for the MCO in Daylesford. Last year the Hepburn Wind Community Fund were financial supporters and this year we have amazing support from Biggin & Scott through Michael deVincentis. In addition, this year Steven McKinley at Bendigo Bank has been really involved. Bernard Glaude at Frangos & Frangos took the risk of partnering with us last year for the intimate chamber music dinner and after the success of that first event, was keen to repeat the event this year. We also thought it was important this year to establish a small local organising group who could not only promote the events in 2014 but also be integrally involved as we build the event to a weekend festival of chamber music. Sue Wright generously agreed to lead this group and Jean Steiner, Michael deVincentis and Steven McKinley have also been members. We are also working with the Friends of the Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens this year for the first time – they are providing refreshments at interval in the afternoon town hall concert. I think these sorts of events can only grow strongly through genuine local partnerships.

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Entries open for art show

R E S T A U R A N T

treat yourself at sault!

Experience the taste of Spain with Sault Restaurant’s Spanish head chef Santiago Nine-Fernandez. Now serving tapas on our menu!

locals night

Wednesday is Locals Night! Sault offers their seasonal a la carte menu with a complimentary glass of house red, white or sparkling with any main meal.

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HE Daylesford Art Show is now accepting entries from artists to enter this year’s show taking place over Melbourne Cup Weekend at Daylesford Town Hall.

There are five categories including a “Best work by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island Artist” which was introduced last year.

This year the art show is part of ARTOBER - a month-long celebration of art in Hepburn Shire.

Chair Jan Pengilley said last year’s art show was such a success that the show had been extended over four days starting with the opening night on Thursday, October 31 when the winners of each category are announced.

Last year’s show also saw 325 paintings exhibited to more than 1500 visitors raising more than $11,000 which was used on community projects throughout the shire by Daylesford Rotary Club.

“Every year the work we get sent just gets better and we know this year will be no exception.

“We have such amazing talent in our region and across Victoria. Daylesford Rotary Club is proud to be the lead partner in organising such a major art event in the area, promoting and re-invigorating the interest in visual artists in our region.”

Link: daylesfordartshow.com.au Details: Jan Pengilley on 5348 2000 or info@daylesfordartshow.com.au

High Tea

On Sundays indulge with a glamourous High Tea between 2.30-4.30pm.

Bookings essential, call 5348 6555 to book.

BOOK YOUR TABLE ON (03) 5348 6555 E: jodi@sault.com.au

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Gig Guide Old Hepburn Hotel, Hepburn Springs Cam Kettle - Saturday, September 20, 9pm Cyndi Boste with Pete Fidler - Sunday, September 21, 5pm Michelle Parsons - Saturday, September 27, 9pm The Resignators - Sunday, September 28, 5pm

Daylesford Hotel, Daylesford Moodswing Duo - Friday, September 19, 7pm DJ Sass - Saturday, September 20, 8pm Paris Payne & the Burke Brothers - Friday, September 26, 7pm DJ Blush - Saturday, September 27, 8pm

Perfect Drop, Daylesford Tania Petrini & Vida Jazz – Friday, September 19 Janette Geri – Saturday, September 20 Dirtbird – Friday, September 26 Zeebz vs. Miss Vitula – Saturday, September 27

Locals’ meal deals Monday

Mercato, Daylesford - main dish and a glass of local wine $30 Bean and Barrow, Creswick – $10 plate The Grande Hotel, Hepburn Springs - two courses and a drink of house wine, beer or bubbles -$38 Old Hepburn Hotel, Hepburn Springs - parma - $17.50

Tuesday Cosy Corner, Hepburn Springs - Curry & Hot Pot Night - $18 Old Hepburn Hotel, Hepburn Springs – Pot Pie and Pot - $20

Wednesday Daylesford Hotel, Daylesford - Pot and Parma - $20 Sault, Sailors Falls - tapas and starters – from $4.50 or a main and a glass of house wine - $31.

Old Hepburn Hotel, Hepburn Springs – roast - $17.50

Thursday Daylesford Hotel, Daylesford – steak - $20 The Plough, Trentham - two courses - $25, three courses - $30 Radio Springs Hotel, Lyonville – Thai Night

Friday Cosmopolitan Hotel, Trentham – two courses - $25 Cosy Corner, Hepburn - Fish - $26.50 with glass of wine* Fundraising raffles for local organisations at The Farmers Arms Hotel, Daylesford, Cosmopolitan Hotel, Trentham and Old Hepburn Hotel, Hepburn Springs

Happy hours Daylesford Bowling Club – Monday to Thursday from 4.30pm to 6pm Perfect Drop, Daylesford – $10 cocktails and $1 oysters every day from 4pm to 6pm

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Time out in Trentham

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HE Trentham Growers, Cookers & Eaters Dinner will be held at the Trentham Mechanics Institute Hall on Saturday, October 11 from 6pm.

The dinner is a celebration of local food featuring dishes from several local chefs and live entertainment from local musicians.

Seasonal produce will be sourced from over 30 local producers including Angelica Organics, Daylesford Organics, Wombat Forest Organics, Duck Puddle Farm, Trewhella Farm, Blackwood Orchards, Jonai Farms, Milking Yard Farm, Sidonia Hills Beef, Barfold Olives and Holy Goat Cheese.

The dinner is an Australian Fair Food Week event to promote resilient, equitable and sustainable food systems. All proceeds will contribute to projects supporting the local farming sector and guests will hear about the next phase for the Trentham Food Hub while meeting local farmers and foodies.

Tickets are available at RedBeard Bakery, The Cosmopolitan Hotel and online via the Trentham Food Hub website - trenthamfoodhub.org Details: justin@trenthamfoodhub.org or 0418 543 944.

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There will be performances by Trentham’s Cool Harmony Choir, members of The Proteus Ensemble and local musicians.

The Proteus Ensemble, named after the Greek god who could change form, has performed throughout the Macedon Ranges in many guises for 20 years.

Founded by Malcolm Cole, the group of musicians who will perform at the Pleasant Sunday Afternoon concert at St Andrews Uniting Church Trentham comprises talented musicians from the local area.

Malcolm Cole will accompany Kyneton mezzo soprano Kristen Leich, who will also be joined by piano accordionist Joe Tiralosi, formerly of Trentham.

Young Woodend sisters Amelia and Georgia will present items for clarinet and violin. Bill Franzke will sing with his son, Robert, and Cool Harmony will lead community singing. The music for the day will range from classical to modern.

Afternoon tea provided. Cost is $15 and pensioners $10.

RSVPs by Monday, September 22. Details: Rosalie on 5424 1390 or Millicent on 5424 1548.

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Mercato @ Daylesford clocks up 10 years

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ERCATO celebrates its 10th anniversary this year - and no wonder. The Daylesford restaurant continually impresses diners, and those handing out awards, with its inspiring and modern Australian cuisine menu.

Anyway, back to food. There were eight mains to choose from and four side dishes.

I chose the breast of duck with watercress puree, blood orange, roasted baby beetroot, Swiss chard, hazelnuts and game jus ($41).

Another incredible mix of flavours and textures. The duck - and there was plenty - was tender and moist - and the combination of Owner and executive chef is Richard Mee fruit, vegetables, nuts and jus was just a taste while front of house is partner Maree Britt. sensation.

With their great wait staff, they make an Kyle had the Tuki lamb with creamy lentils, amazing team welcoming guests and then sweet potato gratin, spinach and asparagus serving up incredible dishes, one after the other. ($42.50).

Again, a decent serving and lots of We arrived last Friday for lunch and were “mmms” as he made his way through the meal. shown to a lovely table by the front window.

He also overheard another diner’s comment on There is a really peaceful feeling here. the same dish and quickly concurred.

We opened our menus to find the first “Any chef can cook Tuki lamb, it speaks for page offering thanks to the local growers itself, but only an incredible chef can make and purveyors of the region “for supplying lentils the hero of the dish.” Nicely said. bountiful quality ingredient” and then listing Again, plenty of other choices, fillet of them all. That’s a nice touch. kangaroo, aged Kyneton Black Angus beef, the We thought about the spring degustation fresh fish special which was barramundi last menu, $120 per person or $165 with matched week, or a vegetarian and gluten free option of wines, but although it looked amazing, spiced tofu, organic quinoa pilaf, sauteed Swiss wondered whether we could do it justice. chard, coriander, pistachio nuts, lime and mint So on to the a la carte menu and I went labna. straight to the seared Australian prawns, We were full, but we did need a photo (that’s vongole, capsicum coulis, saffron rice, Istra my excuse anyway), so we finished with a chorizo crumb and buttered peas ($19). citrus cheesecake - lemon curd, shortbread It was amazing. Like a baby paella, just for crumbs, cream cheese, mandarin and finger me. The prawns and vongole were perfectly lime ($16). cooked, the disc of saffron rice was delicious, Take a big glass and think deconstructed and the peas, coulis and chorizo crumbs offered cheesecake, tart citrus-y flavours, decadent amazing bursts of flavour. cream cheese and yummy sweet biscuit crumbs.

Kyle opted for the Western Plains pork belly, And you’re done. braised red cabbage, carrot puree, Hervey Bay scallops and cumin infused jus ($18.50).

The pork was lean, perfectly moist and tender Mercato @ Daylesford, 32 Raglan Street, and “put the C into crackle!”. So a real winner. Daylesford. 03 5348 4488 There are lots of other options including www.mercatorestaurant.com.au marinated quail to a twice baked souffle of cauliflower, leek and Meredith goat cheese, Lunch - Friday, Saturday and Sunday fresh herb and hazelnut salad. Yum. There’s also the famous carpaccio of Romsey 12 noon until 3pm emu - one of Richard’s signature dishes.

But for us it was onto the main courses.

Dinner - Friday to Monday (Oh, for drinks I opted for the Passing Clouds 6pm until late chardonnay while Kyle went for a Red Duck beer. But whatever your preference, the drinks menu will take care of you. It’s huge.)

Richard Mee and Maree Britt are celebrating Mercato’s 10th year anniversary

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K

IRSTEN Boerema loves performing anywhere from Hamer Hall to the senior citizens’ centre in Castlemaine.

She also has a “great memory of singing the Habanera from Carmen at Perfect Drop to these two ZZ Top guys sitting right in front of me on a comfy couch - I was totally showing off and they were just enthralled”.

The Local’s Donna Kelly caught up for a chat with the Castlemaine performer and regular Hepburn Shire visitor.

DK: What’s your background?

KB: I’m from Perth and moved to Victoria in 1991. I did a Bachelor of Music and then Honours at the Victorian College of the Arts specialising in classical singing. Both my parents were musos. Dad was a jazz-playing doctor and mum, a cellist and pianist. I’m the youngest of four girls and we all sing and play various instruments.

DK: When did you know you were a musician?

KB: Mum would have dinner parties in the 70s and I could mimic opera singers. She’d make me come out and be the novelty act to her friends and I’d sing the Countess’s arias from The Marriage of Figaro - terribly I’m sure. I also learned the cello from six years old which I hated although now I’m glad she made me. I played in the West Australian Youth Orchestra during my teenage years. I think I felt like a musician when I taught myself guitar and would sing and play angsty teenage 80s songs for hours in the garden shed. Singing was always my calling.

DK: Along with singing, what do you now play?

KB: I play the following badly - guitar, ukulele, cello, violin, terrible piano, trombone, recorder and my new passion is the theremin - the spooky radiowave Russian invented instrument from the 20s.

DK: Who do you perform with?

KB: I play with Bella Frisky, a kooky trio performing lounge-y songs from around the world. I sing in many languages from my opera training. I sang with the Victorian State Opera and Opera Australia for many years and so have had years of language coaching. I also studied and performed opera in France, Germany and Italy through the 90s. I have a really great duo with my sister who also lives in Castlemaine. We sing Western Swing and yodel in harmony. She’s a costume maker and comes up with great outfits for our gigs including throat to toe prairie dresses which are hilarious. She’s planning on making us cowgirl undergarments so we can rip off our virginal prairie dresses and play in corsets and bloomers to get things a bit racy! I’ve just joined the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra chorus and we’re currently working on Rachmaninoff’s Vespers - in Russian. I missed being yelled at by conductors who demand excellence from years of not working professionally. It’s like boot camp.

DK: Is being a musician hard work or like falling off a log?

KB: It’s terrible being a musician. No one pays for the hours and hours of practice it takes for a gig. There’s a saying - $50,000 education, $5000 worth of instruments, $500 car and $50 gig. It’s almost a curse but I am addicted to music.

There’s nothing like it which is why I do the badly paid gigs. I actually couldn’t care about the money which is why I have a day job or I’d be stuffed. Music is

always hard work and takes discipline. I’m really trying to play the theremin and I’ve been practicing for hours. I played for my friend yesterday in an attempt to show off and it was a disaster. I’ll keep practising.

DK: What music do you listen to in your spare time?

KB: Hmmm. I listen to classical music on the radio going to work, mostly jazz and Western African music at home. I love lounge-y stuff by great singers like Shirley Bassey and Yma Sumac. I have a very broad interest in styles so I guess it depends what mood I’m in at that particular moment.

DK: How do you enjoy being a music coordinator at Castlemaine Secondary College?

KB: I am the most organised person on the planet so being music coordinator suits me really well. I teach years 7-12 classroom music and coordinate a staff of nine instrumental teachers and about 160 students learning instruments.

Kids totally get music. Our students are excited about playing in their various ensembles and I keep them busy with a constant stream of concerts.

DK: Anything else you would like to add?

KB: A friend made me realise the other day that my life is a series of dress ups.

Maybe it’s from all the different cultures of music that I surround myself in and also my years working with the opera. Anyway, I sent in a photo of myself in Dutch national costume - hope it’s OK.

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MCO in Daylesford

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HE Melbourne Chamber Orchestra is heading to Daylesford.

Chair JoAnne Stephenson, who is also a Leonards Hill resident, said the town was initially chosen as a touring site given the MCO’s regular visits to Ballarat and Bendigo venues “however the board and management then explored the idea of developing a weekend festival of chamber music in the Daylesford region”.

“The depth of accommodation, quality dining and complementary activities in the region are all important supportive elements in the creation of a broader weekend of events which would attract significant visitor numbers.

“The MCO played a concert in the Daylesford Town Hall in 2012 and then, in 2013, combined both an afternoon concert in the town hall and an intimate dinner with chamber music at Frangos & Frangos.

“The 2014 program once again combines the afternoon town hall concert at 2.30pm and a chamber music dinner at Frangos & Frangos at 6pm.”

Ms Stephenson said a significant part of the focus was to build local financial support of the Daylesford program and development.

2013 supporters were Hepburn Wind Community Fund and eCasa Daylesford while 2014 supporters are Biggin & Scott, eCasa Daylesford, Daylesford’s Bendigo Bank and Frangos & Frangos.

“There is also local organisational support. This year Sue Wright is leading a local group focussed on promotion and delivery of the event – the group has been meeting fortnightly.

“In another local connection this year, the Friends of

the Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens will be providing interval refreshments at the town hall concert.”

The program includes Bach, Bartok, Grieg and Paul Stanhope.

Tickets are available at eCasa, 89 Vincent St, Daylesford and Biggin & Scott, 43 Vincent St, Daylesford.

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There’s no place like (this) home...

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LENN and Coralie Rowbotham live in the former Catholic Church in Lyonville – which is sort of fitting because Glenn is a pastor with the Daylesford Community Church.

Coralie said the church was “the best block in town”.

“It was originally a Catholic church – the original was built in the late 19th century but it burnt down and then in the early 20th century it was rebuilt.

“I guess we have lived in Lyonville for about 25 years and in that time we became aware of this old church and we really liked the block. We used to come and visit and walk around and enjoy the ambience and the atmosphere.

“The church spoke of a past but for us there was a point where we could dream about the future – a really great future for this building. Then we got the chance to purchase it.”

Glenn said many people made the link between him living in a church and working in a church as a pastor.

“But I think the kind of church I am interested in is a temporary, spiritual church, rather than something traditional that speaks of the past.”

Coralie said while the Lyonville church building was itself “a beautifully evocative place to live” their involvement with the Daylesford Community Church community was more about people than buildings.

“We like using spaces for community and people.

The Daylesford Community Church is all about the community. Here where we live, we like having people stay with us. We have another family living with us now and have had other people living with us most of our married lives.”

Glenn said the couple had “lived in lots of different places” including Chinatown in Melbourne’s Little Bourke Street.

“As usual we were doing things at the last minute and I met the new Chinese Anglican Church minister and he offered us a unit to live in right in the midst of the Chinese restaurants. We didn’t have a stove so we had to eat out every night.”

Glenn said the Lyonville church was a combination of all the places they had lived.

“It’s a real challenge. Sometimes we think we should be moving from here but then we think what would it take to get us to move. It would have to be something really special.

“But spending time recently overseas we were really taken by little two-storey stone houses in Wales. I would love to live in a stone house with a little picture window and lots of heating. Or maybe move into Daylesford, buy a shop in the main street and live above it.

“Then we would be in the ‘metropolitan area’ and wouldn’t have to drive 15 kilometres into Daylesford all the time.”

“There’s no place like (this) home” is a new feature for The Local.

Each edition we will hunt down different abodes and have a chat to people about why they live where they live. If you live somewhere special email donna@tlnews.com.au and we’ll pop you on the list.

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