The Community Voice, Go Nagambie | Tuesday 25 May 2021, Issue 475

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THREE MILLION REASONS TO CELEBRATE IN NAGAMBIE

The Nagambie community is celebrating a $3 million grant that see the completion of the Nagambie Foreshore Walk.

Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes was lakeside in Nagambie to announce the funding.

“This project will mean even more to locals and visitors in the future and we are working hard now to deliver improved facilities and provide the much needed economic boost our state needs.”

The funding will be provided to Strathbogie Shire

Council through the Victorian Government’s Regional Infrastructure Fund.

The Regional Development Victoria Grant will add to the $350,000 Federal Government grant provided in May 2019, the $250,000 from Strathbogie Shire Council and $200,000 contributed by Nagambie businesses.

“This funding is a huge win for Council and the whole Nagambie community,” Mayor Cr Chris Raeburn said.

“The Nagambie Foreshore Walk will be a safe and accessible connection between Nagambie Lakes Regatta Centre, the Nagambie Lakes Leisure Park and the town centre.

“Above and beyond this, it will create an attractive and iconic walking trail for residents and visitors to enjoy year-round.”

The foreshore walking trail includes construction of a safe, all abilities accessible pedestrian/cycle path.

Cr Raeburn said connectivity and the link between the Nagambie township and the regatta centre and caravan park was a key topic raised during Council’s recent community engagement sessions, Share Strathbogie.

It will extend for about 2.4km and will comprise of on land and on-water features.

“This funding will support township connectivity, economic development and safe, healthy, active living,” he said.

“Council maintains and promotes a number of walking tracks and trails for the health and well-being of residents to be active and engage in outdoor activity,” Cr Raeburn said.

Top image left - right; Cr Melanie Likos, Mayor Chris Raeburn, Jaclyn Symes, Cr Dickinson, Go Nagambie President Lee Rowland.

Bottom image left - right; Jaclyn Symes, Chris Raeburn, Patrick McNamara

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DENTAL WAIT TIME CAVITY Thousands of residents across the Euroa electorate have been left waiting more than two years to access general dental treatment.

Figures released by the Australian Dental Association Victoria Branch revealed 3,475 people were on the waiting list to receive general dental treatment at Northeast and Seymour Health at December 2020.

Local MP and Nationals' deputy leader Steph Ryan said Labor's failure to provide timely and preventative dental care was only adding further strain to local clinics and hospitals already struggling to cope with wait time blow outs.

"Under the Andrews Labor Government, regional communities are left waiting in pain and agony when seeking access to vital dental and specialist care," Ms Ryan said.

"Performance data as at December 2020 by the Australian Dental Association found that on average, the waiting time for local dental care had increased to 28 months in Benalla - 10.5 months greater than the statewide average.

"Wait times for those trying to access denture care has blown out to 31.2 months - almost double the previous wait time for June 2018.

"Some northeast patients have even been left waiting a whopping 3.5 years - or 43 months - just for general dental procedures.

"The proportion of emergency dental care also increased to 55 per cent at Northeast Health, and 53 per cent at Seymour Health, with long waiting times leaving patients more susceptible to serious dental work."

"I am deeply concerned that an increase in emergency dental procedures will put further strain on our local dental clinics and hospitals who already are bearing the brunt of this government's waiting time blowouts.

"Victoria's health system has become overwhelmed on all fronts. If the Andrews Labor Government does not act quickly it will only jeopardise the health and wellbeing of more Victorians."

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Tahbilk Winery Cellar Door Manager

Tahbilk Winery located in Nagambie is seeking a Permanent, Part time cleaner

GO MEN - RAISING FUNDS FOR MEN’S HEALTH Go Men is a group of men who originally came together to raise funds for men’s health during the month of November, also known as Movember.

“Our aim is to create an awareness that men have health issues and we need to look out for each other,” said Reg.

“We don’t meet on a regular basis, we don't have a committee or any office positions,” said group organiser Reg Dickinson.

More recently the group has supported local farmer Ivan Lister who is a volunteer outreach worker and has been working in the field of welfare, to people of all walks of life. He has been doing this for twenty years and is well known among the rural community.

“Quite a few of us are social bowlers and this is where most of the brain storming occurs, over a cup of coffee of course.

“Over a period of about four years we have raised more than $10,000. About half of it has been donated to Nagambie Healthcare, and we have kept some funds in reserve for special cases of need.

“We have held a number of events over the years and always in Movember. We have had shave-offs, hair colourings, long walks (from the Top Pub to the Murch East Pub...about 22 kilometres) and a breakfast. We have been well supported and sponsored by Paul and Emelia at the Top Pub.

possible actions or referrals to help their situation.

The service provides the link between rural residents and appropriate services that can assist and support people to self-manage their health and wellbeing.

“Much of the work I do is re-visiting and checking to see how people are travelling as well as initiating new contacts through outreach work,” said Ivan

Following a special morning tea at the Nagambie Rowing Club, Go Men were proud to present Ivan Lister, a Rural Outreach worker a cheque for $500.

Ivan has developed a strong underlying relationship of trust between farmers, rural workers and various support services in the region. Referrals to Ivan come from family members, neighbours, friends, community members or the individuals themselves.

“This money will help Ivan with his important work helping people with their well-being,” said Reg.

Ivan Lister can be contacted directly on 0474 501 406.

“I thank the group for their very kind contribution, it is greatly appreciated,” said Ivan.

If you would like to become involved with the Go Men group please contact Reg Dickinson on 0402 093 189.

Ivan Lister visits residents in their own environment, providing a non-threatening space for people to discuss any concerns or issues and chatting about

The position in is approximately: Established 1860 Tahbilk is one of Australia’s

historic family owned wineries.

• most 3beautiful hour shiftand to clean administration office, offices, lunchroom and toiletsLakes duringregion the week (Must be Located in the Nagambie of Central available to clean before or after business hours Victoria (120kms north of Melbourne), one of the during the week) nation’s premium viticultural areas.

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6-7 hour shift on weekends

Classified by the National Trust, the original winery • houses Extra thorough monthly thehours Cellarfor Door tasting facility.clean Beneath, and accessible from Cellar Door are the maturation cellars built in 1860 and 1875not and still into; use today.

Key responsibilities are but limited

seeking a full time Cellar Door Manager to • We are General cleaning of designated areas including deliver outstanding customer service and vacuuming, lead our scrubbing surfaces, dusting, mopping, toilets, refilling consumables, cleaning Cellarcleaning Door team.

The key responsibilities of this wash basins, windows etc. hands-on role include:

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Working autonomously and reporting any issues

• Hosttocustomer supervisor.visits for groups, tours and other educational experiences • Using a range of cleaning equipment, including • Actively market and promote Company’s brooms, mops, and spongesthe to restore a variety surfaces a clean customer hygienic condition product andofservices totoincrease spend head • perUnderstanding of appropriate cleaning methods and chemical use. operations and • Overseeing the daily tasks • administrative Adhere to strict Work, Health and Safety standards.

• Provide staff supervision and training as well as mentoring to foster the development of wine knowledge within the team function Position attributes; • Work in conjunction with our Restaurant Manager • to develop Prior experience in a similar role preferred unique experiences for is our customers • The preferred Available applicant between 6:00pm – 8:00am weekday will have an extensive shift

knowledge and awareness of wine styles and trends

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and fellow team members.

• visitors A sound understanding of OH&S

key qualities include strong administration • OtherValid work rights in Australia

skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office, Current Police Check high attention to detail, an outgoing personality • and hands-on Current drivers licence andas own transportfor is the attitude, as well a passion required. product, people and the wine industry.

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A current Responsible Service offorward Alcohol acertificate To apply for the position please cover is essential whilst relevant studies formal for letter detailing why you should be and considered the role as well as your resume to; Pauline Psaila, qualifications in hospitality/wine as well as WSET ppsaila@tahbilk.com.au

Level 2 and experience within a Cellar Door environment would be highly advantageous for the preferred applicant. Drivers licence and reliable transport is essential.

Prospective employees are required to undergo Psychometric testing.

Public Notice Goulburn Valley Regional Library Corporation, trading as Goulburn Valley Libraries provide Library services to the communities in the municipalities of City of Greater Shepparton, Moira Shire and Strathbogie Shire We operate ten Libraries in the townships of Cobram, Euroa, Mooroopna, Nagambie, Nathalia, Numurkah, Tatura, Violet Town, Yarrawonga and the City of Shepparton and a Mobile Library service that serves smaller communities within the region. A Central Administration centre at Shepparton supports the Library operations by providing shared support services and logistics.

The Corporation is established by an Agreement between the three member municipalities, approved by the Minister for Local Government in accordance with the Local Government Act. The Corporation is governed by an independent Board consisting of representatives from each of the three municipalities. The Board employs a Chief Executive Officer who is responsible for the management and operation of the organisation.

THE MAIN ROLES OF THE LIBRARY BOARD ARE TO: •

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- Set the strategic direction of the corporation - Determine and approve policy - Monitor organisational performance The Board consists of nine members, three nominated from each member municipality, including: - A Councillor - A Senior Officer - A Community Representative The Board is independent from the member Councils and must act in the interests of the Corporation.

VALUED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

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Knowledge or experience in Board Governance is desirable Financial management skills would be an advantage to fulfilling your role Business management experience or skills An understanding of the function and operation of public libraries in Victoria Community consultation experience Well developed communication skills Ability to analyse and report on data and information Understanding of business Risk Management and Strategic Planning

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION • • • • • •

The Board usually meets in Shepparton due to the central location Ability to utilize communications electronically through email is required The Board meets at least five times per year Meetings are currently scheduled for 2-3 hours on Thursday afternoons commencing at 2pm.

Sub-committee roles may require additional meeting There is no remuneration offered for this position

For further information about this position, please contact David Roff, Senior Officer Board Member for Strathbogie Shire on 5795 0000.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, and a response to the key selection to info@strathbogie.vic.gov.au Applications close 9am, Thursday 10 June 2021.

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Vote for Nagambie

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Capture local knowledge, issues, concerns and opportunities

Nagambie has been officially announced as a finalist for the Victorian Top Tourism Town Award. With 22 towns across the state vying for the prestigious accolade, we are encouraging the community to go online and vote for Nagambie.

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Coordinate responses from the Shire in relation to concerns and requests.

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Plan a future for Kirwans Bridge.

Head to www.vtic.com.au/toptourismtown/ nagambie to vote. Get in quick as voting closes on May 27, 2021.

Have your say Don’t forget our online engagement platform www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au is now live.

This where you can contribute ideas, provide feedback and exchange views with others on key decisions and priorities for our community.

On www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au we’re now seeking your feedback on a range of different topics including the Community Vision and Council Plan. We urge you to visit and share your thoughts on the future of Strathbogie Shire.

For more information, or to apply, go to www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au. The EOI period closes at 5pm on June 2, 2021.

Review of Mayoral and Councillor allowances At its May meeting Council resolved to give notice that a required review into Mayoral and Councillor allowances has started. We’re now seeking community input into our allowance review.

We encourage you to visit www.share. strathbogie.vic.gov.au and see the public notice in today’s paper, for more information.

Join the GV Regional Library board

Thanking our awesome volunteers

We’re looking for a Strathbogie Shire community representative to join the Goulburn Valley Libraries Board. This is an opportunity for a member of our community to help set the strategic direction of our libraries!

Last week we celebrated National Volunteers Week with a morning tea and a movie! We wanted to extend a huge thank you to not only our volunteers (we have more than 80), but to all the volunteers who make our Shire a better place to live.

It’s an awesome opportunity to join fellow community representatives from the City of Greater Shepparton and Moira Shire to have input on this important service. For more information see the public notice in today’s paper and go to www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au

One of the amazing volunteers who joined us was Di Mackrell (pictured). Di is a volunteer at the Euroa Visitor Information Centre, the Euroa Community Cinema and she runs a local choir and ukulele group.

VEC notices The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) recently sent out apparent failure-to-vote notices.

These notices were sent to people who were required to vote at the Strathbogie Shire Council 2020 election, however appear not to have voted.

These notices do not carry a penalty, but if you receive one you will need to respond to the VEC in writing providing reasons why you did not vote. If you have received a notice, or you would like more info, go to www.vec.vic. gov.au or phone the compulsory voting centre on 1300 551 575.

Tenders EOI open to join the Kirwans Bridge Community Panel We’re calling for community members to join the Kirwans Bridge Community Panel, to work with us to decide the historic bridge’s future.

In March this year Council made the difficult decision to reduce the bridge’s load limit from six to three tonnes. It was a decision made to ensure the safety of those using the bridge after an inspection found maintenance items need attention.

The purpose of the Community Panel is to; •

Facilitate broader community involvement in discussions regarding the bridge’s future

We are inviting tenders for the following works: •

Design and construction of waterfront infrastructure access for a proposed Nagambie Floating Water Park (readvertised - contract number 20/2169). Tenders will be received until 4pm on May 26.

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EPA approved auditing services and ongoing environmental auditing services (contract number 20/21-67). Tenders will be received until 4pm on May 26.

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Project management consultant for the Violet Town Landfill Rehabilitation (contract number 20/21-75). Tenders will be received until 4pm on May 26.

Tenders can be viewed online from www. strathbogie.vic.gov.au and clicking on ‘Current Tenders’. Tenders can be only lodged online through the Tendersearch portal.

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Kinder teachers help our kids dream big.

The Victorian Government is rolling out Three-Year-Old Kinder.

And that means 6,000 new teaching jobs across our state.

To find out what it means for a career in early childhood - including financial support visit: vic.gov.au/kinder

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It’s International Men’s Health Week from 14th - 20th June and Nagambie HealthCare is shaking up the attitude local men have to their health by hosting a special event on Friday June18th at the Nagambie Rowing Club.

The event is to raise awareness of men’s health to assist them in leading a longer and more fulfilling life and will feature talks from blokes in the know.

Tim Goodacre, a volunteer Director on the Heathcote-Nagambie Community Bank Board said, “Men are notoriously bad at looking after their

own health so we decided to support Nagambie HealthCare by putting this breakfast together to provide guests with a morning of shared experiences from renowned guest speakers.”

Kilda Football Club. Through his 27 years in the elite world of AFL football Nathan gained great insight into how to extract great performance from individuals and teams .

The breakfast will allow a lot of time to talk to friends and have a yarn with Nathan who is a strong advocate for men taking a bit more care of themselves.

Retired AFL footballer and current Bulldogs AFLW coach, Nathan Burke, will be there during the breakfast to talk about his experiences as a longterm AFL player and in particular how he sees men taking care of their mental health.

Originally starting his career as a teacher at Knox College Wantirna before the demands of professional football took over, Nathan never lost the desire to teach and share his knowledge and experience with the community.

During Covid it has not always been easy to catch up with friends so the breakfast will allow plenty of time for everyone to catch up and enjoy a great breakfast at the Nagambie Rowing Club.

Nathan Burke was a tough rover who always backed himself in a contest and was one of the most courageous footballers to play for the St

Nathan is passionate about working with people and finding ways to improve all aspects of their lives.

“Everyone is welcome - it’s not just for men and tickets are selling out quickly, so don’t delay and book a ticket now,” said Tim.

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THERESA HALL BECOMES A NAGAMBIE NONAGENARIAN LAST WEEK Pictured Above: Happy 90th Gran! Thesesa is pictured with her six children and their families. That includes some of her grandchildren and great grandchildren at her 90th birthday party.

Nagambie lady Theresa Hall is the third person in a month or so who has turned 90 and joined the nonagenarian club.

Theresa actually celebrated her 90th birthday on May 23 but enjoyed a party lunch celebration on Saturday, May 22 at the Mary MacKillop Hall with family and friends.

Theresa is a mother to six children Kevin, Catherine, Ann, Margaret, Helen and Lynette and is a grandmother to eleven and a great grandmother to five. Many of them were with her at her party to commemorate her special milestone.

SHORT HISTORY Theresa was born in Hughesdale Victoria in 1931 and was the second child for Edith and Herbert St John. Theresa was educated at Sacred Heart School in Oakleigh and St Joseph’s school in Springvale.

After leaving school she found employment in Melbourne as a machinist for a woollen clothing

POSITION VACANT Medical Receptionist

You are invited to join Nagambie Medical Centre as a receptionist if you are enthusiastic, bright and dynamic person who wants to thrive, and wants to make positive change in lives of local community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Include general medical receptionist duties

JOB TYPE: Casual Medical Receptionist MORE INFO: Training and induction will be provided to new staff. Shifts will be between 08:30am – 05:30pm, Monday to Friday. Closed Weekends and Public Holidays.

Please forward your cover letter and resume to: practicemanager@nagambiemc.com.au or post to: 20 Church Street, Nagambie VIC 3608.

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manufacturer.

She married her husband George Hall on February 7, 1952 and Theresa and George made their home in Burnside and then in Springvale, where they lived until their move to Nagambie in 1988.

George was born into a farming family and was very much at home on the land. He found he could turn his hand to making or fixing anything.

Theresa always had the handy man on the job when she or any of the family needed something fixed or a problem solved. When they left farm life George went to work in what was then the Volkswagen / then Nissan assembly plant in Westall.

Helping others was Theresa’s way of life which also extended to supporting her children's schools and she could be found often behind the scenes baking for cake stalls and working long hours at fetes and school carnivals in order to raise much needed funds for the students.

George gravitated towards those who also liked to 'Fix things' and spent many happy hours in the company of the late Rod Ralston talking about cars and their issues.

Catherine, Theresa’s daughter said “Mum and dad

REVIEW OF MAYORAL AND COUNCILLOR ALLOWANCES LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1989 AND 2020 In accordance with the requirements of the Local Government Acts 1989 and 2020 Council is required to review Mayoral and Councillor Allowances prior to 30 June 2021.

At its meeting of 18 May 2021, Council resolved to give notice that the review has commenced and is now seeking community input into the review.

Allowances are set by the Minister for Local Government and Strathbogie Shire is a Category 1 municipality – Small Rural Council.

At its May Council meeting, Council resolved in principle to retain allowances at their current levels, which are: Mayoral allowance: $62,884 allowance plus $5,973.98 allowance equivalent to the

both knew they would end up back in the country and hence their move to Nagambie.

Mum soon made friends and found an instant connection with her now dear friend Eileen MacDonald sharing many happy times over the last thirty years.”

Theresa has been a faithful member of St Malachy’s Catholic Church and attends regularly the Rosary mornings and Prayer Options Unified for Rain (P.O.U.R) services and International World Day of Prayer services each time they are held in one of Nagambie’s churches.

Theresa and George's home was always open to others and especially anyone in need.

Catherine said “Mum carried that belief into action and after volunteering for St Vincent De Paul in Springvale for many years she then worked at St Vinnies in Seymour for another 20 years.”

George passed away many years ago. But Theresa is kept busy. She enjoys visiting her family and is often seen out and about town or travelling to spend weekends and holidays exploring new destinations.

She considers herself lucky to have had the chance

to visit all corners of Australia and in 2019 made the trip to the Northern Territory to visit with one of her grandsons.

Theresa has thoroughly embraced her life in Nagambie and often comments on the small town feel where everyone greets you and smiles are plentiful.

She speaks of the friendship, kindness and all the wonderful times that have been part of her life in Nagambie.

Theresa has a great love of her garden, taking delight in growing and tending to her plants.

Technology is also a big part of her life and she can always be found with her mobile texting and sending photos and playing games on her ipad.

Reading, knitting and completing jigsaws are all favourite pastimes for Theresa.

Theresa has a very positive spin on life and is thankful for all her blessings bestowed on her during her lifetime. She has some marvellous memories of many happy times she has experienced.

Congratulations Theresa on behalf of your community on turning 90 years of age.

superannuation guarantee of 9.5% Councillor allowance: $21,049 allowance plus $1999.66 allowance equivalent to the superannuation guarantee of 9.5%.

Submissions from the community are now sought in accordance with section 223 of the Local Government Act 1989 in relation to this allowance review.

Written submissions must be received by 5pm Monday 21 June 2021 and must be addressed to: Julie Salomon Chief Executive Officer Strathbogie Shire Council PO Box 177, Euroa VIC 3666 Or via our online engagement hub at www. share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au or email to info@strathbogie.vic.gov.au Please indicate in your written submission if you would like the opportunity to make a verbal presentation to Council in support of your written submission, or have someone act on your behalf to make this verbal submission for you.

The meeting to hear submissions is to commence at 4pm on Tuesday 29 June 2021 and will be held in the Community Conference Centre, Bury Street, Euroa.

Submissions made in accordance with section 223 of the Act are considered public documents and may be incorporated in the agenda and minutes of the Council Meeting at which they are considered and available on Council’s website as part of the relevant agenda and minutes of the meeting.

Any queries can be directed to the Executive Manager, Governance and Customer Service on 1800 065 993.

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MEN'S HEALTH WEEK SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION CONTINENCE Nagambie Healthcare talks about: What is sexual dysfunction in males and how do we address male urinary incontinence?

Sexual dysfunction is any physical or psychological problem that prevents you or your partner from getting sexual satisfaction. Male sexual dysfunction is a common health problem affecting men of all ages, but is more common with increasing age. Treatment can often help men suffering from sexual dysfunction.

The main types of male sexual dysfunction are: Erectile dysfunction (difficulty getting/keeping an erection),premature ejaculation (reaching orgasm too quickly),delayed or inhibited ejaculation (reaching orgasm too slowly or not at all) and low libido (reduced interest in sex)

What causes sexual dysfunction in males?

Physical causes of overall sexual dysfunction may be: Low testosterone levels, prescription drugs such as antidepressants or high blood pressure medicine, blood vessel disorders such as atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) and high blood pressure, stroke or nerve damage from diabetes or surgery, smoking, Alcoholism and drug abuse.

Psychological causes might include: concern about sexual performance, marital or relationship problems, depression, feelings of guilt, effects of past sexual trauma and work-related stress and anxiety How does sexual dysfunction affect men?

The most common problems men face with sexual dysfunction are troubles with ejaculation, getting and keeping an erection, and reduced sexual desire.

Ejaculation disorders Indigenous Flora Walking Trail 19th of June 2021, 10.00am Tahbilk Winery In a wonderful collaboration with the Strathbogie Shire, the Community House will this year arrange a few Family Walks. Our amazing Walking Group has for many years arranged popular and appreciated walks all over our region. Now, we would like to extend this amazing opportunity to families with children: single parents, grandparents and grandkids, mums, dads and little ones.

Our very first walk will take us to the Tahbilk Wetlands where a brand new Aboriginal walking track has recently been opened. The track is a collaboration between the Taungurung Land and Waters Council, the Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority and Tahbilk Winery.

The trail is two kilometres long, (approximately 30 minutes of walking time) and features twelve highlighted native species and follows the existing short wetlands walking track. There will be informative signs and artwork by uncle Mick Harding and Tahbilkbased artist Rosa Purbrick.

We are aiming to also provide a barbecue in conjunction with the event and ask people to book in to secure a spot at this free event.

More information and details will follow shortly, but if you want to secure a spot already, book in with Anna at the House.

Nagambie Lakes Community House 363 High Street, Nagambie, VIC 3608 Phone: 5794 1487 Email: nlchouse32@gmail.com

Problems with ejaculation are: Premature ejaculation (PE) — ejaculation that occurs before or too soon after penetration, Inhibited or delayed ejaculation — ejaculation does not happen or takes a very long time and Retrograde ejaculation — at orgasm, the ejaculate is forced back into the bladder rather than through the end of the penis.

The exact cause of premature ejaculation (PE) is not known. While in many cases PE is due to performance anxiety during sex, other factors may be: stress, temporary depression, a history of sexual repression, low selfconfidence, lack of communication or unresolved conflict with partner.

Studies suggest that the breakdown of serotonin (a natural chemical that affects mood) may play a r ole in PE. Certain drugs, including some antidepressants, may affect ejaculation, as can nerve damage to the back or spinal cord.

Physical causes for inhibited or delayed ejaculation may include chronic (long-term) health problems, medication side effects, alcohol abuse, or surgeries. The problem can also be caused by psychological factors such as depression, anxiety, stress, or relationship problems.

Retrograde ejaculation is most common in males with diabetes who suffer from diabetic nerve damage. Problems with the nerves in the bladder and the bladder neck force the ejaculate to flow backward. In other men, retrograde ejaculation may be a side effect of some medications, or happen after an operation on the bladder neck or prostate.

Erectile dysfunction (ED) Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to get and keep an erection for sexual intercourse. ED is quite common, with studies showing that about one half of American men over age 40 are affected. Causes of ED include: diseases affecting blood flow such as hardening of the arteries, nerve disorders, stress, relationship conflicts, depression, and performance anxiety, injury to the penis, chronic illness such as diabetes and high blood pressure, unhealthy habits like smoking, drinking too much alcohol, overeating, and lack of exercise

Low libido (reduced sexual desire) Low libido means your desire or interest in sex has decreased. The condition is often linked with low levels of the male hormone testosterone.

Testosterone maintains sex drive, sperm production, muscle, hair, and bone. Low testosterone can affect your body and mood. Reduced sexual desire may also be caused by depression, anxiety, or relationship difficulties.

Diabetes, high blood pressure, and certain medications like antidepressants may also contribute to a low libido. Wayne Sullivan from the Nagambie Healthcare Community Hub states that male sexual dysfunction diagnosed can be diagnosed by your GP or a specialist men’s clinic, who begin the diagnosis process with a physical exam. Physical tests may include: blood tests to check your testosterone levels, blood sugar (for diabetes), and cholesterol, examination of your penis and testicles and a penile ultrasound to check the blood flow.

Other tests can show if you have problems with the nerve impulses to the penis.

Your health practitioner may also ask questions about your symptoms and your medical and sexual history. Though these questions may seem very personal, one should not be embarrassed as it is important to answer honestly so the best treatment can be recommended. You may be sent to a different type of doctor (urologist, endocrinologist or sex therapist, for example) who can help you.

How is male sexual dysfunction treated?

Many cases of sexual dysfunction can be corrected by treating the mental or physical problems that cause it. Treatments include: Medications – drugs that help improve sexual function by increasing blood flow to the penis.

Sildenafil (Viagra®), vardenafil (Levitra®), and tadalafil (Cialis®) are safe and effective for most men, Hormone therapy – low levels of testosterone raised by hormone replacement therapies that include injections, patches, or gels, Psychological therapy – a psychological counsellor to help you address feelings of anxiety, depression, fear, or guilt that may affect sexual function, Mechanical aids – vacuum devices and penile implants that can help some men with erectile dysfunction.

Can male sexual dysfunction be prevented?

While male sexual dysfunction cannot be prevented, dealing with the causes of the dysfunction can help you better understand and cope with the problem when it happens. To help maintain good sexual function: follow your health practitioner’s treatment plan for any of your medical/health conditions ,limit your alcohol intake, quit smoking, get treatment if needed for any emotional or psychological problems such as stress, depression, and anxiety and communicate better and more often with your partner.

Male urine incontinence Urinary incontinence is the involuntary leakage of urine. In real terms, it is a bladder that ends up controlling your life, and can result in living in continual fear of urine leakage. Whilst not a life-threatening condition, it can have an enormous impact on an individual’s life with a profound loss of quality of life. The effects of incontinence are many, including severe embarrassment, restriction in daily activities and social life as well as limiting the ability to work and travel. People suffering from incontinence bear additional heavy costs due to the use of protection devices such as incontinence pads to help deal with the problem.

The problem of urinary incontinence is extremely common. It is important to remember though that no one need suffer in silence, and that there is much that can be done to treat incontinence.

The good news is that almost all people with this very common and debilitating problem can be helped. There are practices and men’s health clinics who specialize in the assessment and management of men and women with urinary incontinence using a multidisciplinary approach which utilizes the skills of Urologists, Continence Nurse Specialists as well as specialized Continence Physiotherapists. Many treatment options are available, ranging from physiotherapy and bladder retraining techniques, medication, minimally invasive surgery to more extensive surgery depending on the type and severity of incontinence. Treatments are individualized to each person’s problem and preferences in treatment.

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Prospective employees are required to undergo Psychometric testing.

The preferred applicant will have an extensive Please refer to our full advertisement on seek.com.au for further information. knowledge and awareness of wine styles and trends To express interest please send your cover letter and resume to Pauline Psaila at and be able to effectively share this knowledge with ppsaila@tahbilk.com.au

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KIDS MATTER The Nagambie Primary school children have recommenced their “Kids Matter” program and we have an enthusiastic band of them attend each Wednesday afternoon for five weeks. We are offering them basic instruction on playing the game, and then to practice with a few exercises and a game. They all seem to be really enjoying their visits to our club area.

There are a few returning players, and it is great to see they have retained their skills from the last time. Future petanque players in the making we hope!

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Normally we meet at our regular practice times, of 2 pm on Thursday and Sunday at our piste area behind the public pool, Recreation Reserve, Vickers Road.

If you would like to know anything further, please give me a call. We supply boules, and you will be made most welcome if you would like to come to try.

Thanks also to our members for giving their time to come and help run the session.

Call Jill on 0419567580 for further information.

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call 03 5823 7500 to make an appointment time.

The trip on the Goulburn Explorer for our Mother’s Day Celebration was well attended. We had 49 ladies enjoy the trip to Kirwan’s Bridge, with a delicious lunch provided. Three lucky ladies won door prizes, and all were given flowers and chocolates on our return. Thanks to all those who organized and also the crew onboard.

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With the cooler weather, not as many members have been attending at our regular times of Thursday and Sunday, but we still manage to get enough along to play an enjoyable social game. We have had a few mild, sunny days without wind, and it is a very lovely spot to be gathering and playing. Our club is fortunate to have this piste area.

The Mother’s Day Hamper Raffle was drawn, the winners were: 1st Sue Parkinson, 2nd Mike Thomas, 3rd Erica Allan The wood raffle was also drawn, the winners were: 1st Steve Jones, 2nd Jason Browne, 3rd Kevin Akers Thanks to all who purchased tickets, we are very grateful and it was a great fundraiser for the club.

Our very popular Super 66 Competition has started again, we are up to week 4 already, winners are notified each week and we have scheduled the final round for the year to commence in September. If you missed this round, let us know and we will put you on the list for the next one.

Plans are underway for our Christmas in July Luncheon on 12th July. The traditional Christmas Dinner will be served, all for only $25, get your names down at the clubrooms or let Merilyn know if you want to come.

The Hearing Bus is coming to our Hall on Tuesday 15th June from 9.30 to 3.30. If you would like to come, please

A “Call, Push, Shock” Session class is being held on Wednesday 16th June at 4pm, if interested put your name down on list at hall. (This is the defibrillator refresher training; in case you are not aware of their catchy naming!) Please try to come along, or stay after Bingo, the more people we have familiar with the machine the better for all of us!

The craft ladies have knitted heaps of beanies, berets and other styles of woolen winter hats, on display at the clubrooms. Don’t miss out, super price of only $10, amazing value for pure wool, hand knitted items.

Reminder about our regular activities, line dancing, tai chi, Get Moving exercises, carpet bowls, cards, craft session, movie days (every second Tuesday), special outings and events and lots more. Join as a member for only $5 and fill your days with fun and friendship. Contact Merilyn 0411713352 or Jill Branagan 0419567580 for further details.

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THE PEOPLE Chris Chris and his wife were volunteers, they were regulars at the afternoon refreshment stops, supplying riders with drinks, water and fresh fruit. Chris would often ride his bike back along the Mawson Trail with his long haired chihuahua (Ralph) in the box on the front of his bike, his rides would be at least 20km.

Chris had ridden the Outback Odyssey 7 times and in two rides had ridden 17000km around Australia.

Noel, Dave and Adrian Three keen Queensland mountain bike riders, Adrian only rode the middle section of the trail.

They were a close group and encouraged each other on and were supportive of John and myself, giving us encouragement on the ride. They were also generous towards Nagambie Health.

Dave really enjoyed the challenging technical ride on the last day of the ride through the single track of the Flinders Ranges Ian and Peter Two road bike riders from Shepparton. Once again enthusiastic bike riders, Ian had purchased a new bike for the ride, very smart compared to ours!

They often ride a circuit from Euroa to Highlands and Seymour, stopping at the Daily Dose in Avenel for lunch before returning to Euroa.

Chris/Judy/Ralph, from Goolwa.

Chris has done seven OO’s. Stopped by a car accident, fractured leg. He has also ridden around Australia.

Dennis and Sue – from Wodonga have done several OOs. Always at morning tea stops. Tent volunteers. Started pulling tents down as we left and they were waiting for us when we arrived back Tents numbered – ours was no. 60.

Maureen – Boss of volunteers – she gave us toast every morning.

Tara – married to one of the riders.

She was very “out there”. Nice girl, who took morning stretch classes at 6.45 am every day.

Masseuses – Hazeline and Sandy –

we didn’t use them, but plenty did. They were with us To the end. Apparently caused a fair amount of pain with their strong hands.

Russell Miatke – Events Manager for BikeSA. Very impressive. Gave a briefing each night. Was across every aspect of the ride. Very efficient. Did not eat until all riders were served. If you had a question, he had the answer. Worth a lot of money to BikeSA.

THE BIKES Our bikes were in the lower range of bikes, most were Mountain bikes, some were Gravel bikes and there were a number of eBikes. eBikes and pedal bikes are ridden differently and there was some complaint with the mixing of them. However, eBikes enable people who are old or unfit to participate in the event and finish.

We put some preparation into our bikes before the event and carried the required spares. Both bikes completed the ride without mechanical failure and without suffering any punctures. All the bikes showed remarkable resilience over the long and rough ride.

was 6km downhill to the last camp.

Over the 900km of the Mawson Trail we passed through a variety of SA countryside. The Adelaide Hills on the first couple of days and then into the Barossa Valley and Grape country, followed by the Clare Valley and more grapes, undulating country with sharp ascents. Then we rode into the farming country around Burra which was more rolling with elongated ascents, except when we went over ranges to the east and into marginal saltbush and blue bush grazing country. The next few days were again through farming country, broad acre cropping and wind generators, hundreds of them.Then we were into the spectacular and rugged Flinders Ranges, which was the highlight of the ride, magnificent Hans Heysen gums, dry water courses, spectacular ranges and solitude. A fitting place to end the ride.

ACCIDENTS There were two serious incidents, one on the second day when a lady came off her bike on a steep and rough downhill section. She was airlifted by helicopter to an Adelaide hospital. On the last day a bloke came off and suffered fractures to his elbow, this was inaccessible country. He was assisted by other riders until paramedics could reach him and take him to the Port Augusta Hospital. There were other minor incidents that caused others to retire from the ride or to ride in the SAG Wagon for a while. The SAG Wagon followed the riders to make sure none were left behind

THE RIDE The ride was harder than anticipated and more training on steeper hills may have helped. By the last day we were exhausted and after a couple of beers at the Blinman Pub we were grateful that it

THE MAWSON TRAIL Named after Mawson not for his Antarctic exploits, but because he was a Professor of Geology at Adelaide University and took his students into the Ranges because he was fascinated with the geology there.

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ST. JOSEPH’S NAGAMBIE UPDATE

One of the many joys of my job as PE teacher is having senior students work with me as Assistant PE teachers. Most weeks the P-2 PE classes benefit from having Gr 3-6 students working with me as assistant teachers.

examples of our senior students working with and teaching the younger students. Prep buddies, Austin’s lunchtime activities, KidsMatter and Nagambie kindergarten visits are few regular examples.

Cross Country

Mother’s Day

Most recently Gr 3&4 students Billy, Flynn, Tom and Hudson were very talented and skilful Assistant PE teachers during Gr 1&2 PE classes, while Gr 6 students Darcy and Ashton expertly helped me teach Prep soccer.

There is a well-known saying that “you never really know something until you can teach it to others”. Learning occurs in many different ways, contexts and environments. Thank you to all of our students for the way that they help others to learn. You make our school an even better place to learn and work.

Well done to the students who competed in the District Cross Country in Nagambie last week - Addisyn, Brody, Scarlett, Xavier, Ruby, James, Jordan, Sebastian, Chanel, Maddie, Oliver Y, Eoin, Rory, Laura and Abdullah. It was a cold and rainy day but the students gave it their all!

On Friday, the 7th of May, we held a special morning at school to celebrate our wonderful mums and grandmothers. It was great to see so many mums and grandmothers come in for a visit. They spent some time in the classrooms with their children, completing some fun activities together. They then got to enjoy a cuppa and morning tea. Thank you to our grade 6 leaders for making the cups of tea and coffee. The children really enjoyed this experience and we’re sure their mums and grandmothers did too!

Outside of PE classes, we have many other

Life Education Visit A few weeks ago, we were lucky enough to have each class participate in the Life Education Program. Foundation and grade 1 learnt about ‘Harold’s Friendship’, grades 2, 3 and 4 learnt about ‘Growing Good Friends’ and grades 5 and 6 learnt about ‘Decisions’.

We love it when Healthy Harold comes to visit!

Kinder Visits

Gr 4 student Billy did a great job teaching basketball.

Gr 4 student Flynn enjoyed teaching the Gr 1&2s to play dodgeball.

A LADY AND A DANDY 1839 BY JUDY MACDONALD

John Clark moved his business to the New Crossing Place at Seymour, use of which was cutting 10 miles from the journey for overlanders.

Late on a hot April afternoon in 1839, a small, tired party arrived at the Mitchell’s Town crossing place, from Port Phillip. Their leader was Lady Jane Franklin, as keen an adventurer as her husband Sir John, travelling overland to Sydney in carts and on ponies. The party included a former naval officer, Captain Moriarty; Henry Elliot, Sir John’s private secretary; a female companion, the married Snachells as servants, a doctor, two mounted police and the cart drivers.

For a woman to undertake such a journey was unprecedented.

They set up camp a little distance from John Clark’s Traveller’s Inn, so as not to be disturbed by wild revelry. However, the two postmen meeting there and a party overlanding sheep to Port Phillip resulted in drinking and swearing continuing long into the night.

The little town of Melbourne had greeted them with fireworks displays as they arrived from Tasmania, and now fires were lit along the river banks and guns discharged in her honour.

She was bemused.

There had been a three-year drought and creeks and waterholes had dried up making it difficult for travelling stock. The Goulburn was very low and at the Mitchell’s Town crossing, steep rutted banks made access difficult.

Lady Franklin found Mrs Clark unwell and the business in a lull, as no one had visited for several weeks, except the two postmen whose runs met there. Clark’s cattle station was described as “on the left bank” of the river. Not long after this visit,

The Traveller’s Rest provided boiled fowl for their evening meal to go with boiled leg of mutton brought from the last property where they had stayed. That night was sultry, with the trees beautifully illuminated by the fires of welcome.

The party heard “notes of the morepork, whistle of bats and screech of cockatoos.” Above the inn was a ford for the carts and below the inn a punt, with dragging rope for passengers. In the evening Lady Franklin and her companion Sophie Cracroft strolled on the banks of the river to the ford.

Lady Franklin noted that Mitchell’s Town had been surveyed, and indeed five days after they departed, the Port Phillip Gazette described fine allotments for sale in Mernda Street, facing the river.

A day of rest by the river was planned and with news that no supplies were to be had from there to the Murrumbidgee, they reweighed provisions and restocked. The Clarks ran the public house and sold spirits, wines, oats, salt meat and beef, killing a bullock once a month. They also supplied the nearby police camp with rations. The Goulburn had been fixed as mounted police headquarters some weeks earlier. There were five mounted men and a sergeant, the latter being described by Lady Franklin as “one of the most ridiculous dandies ever seen”.

The doctor in the party was Edmund Hobson, a young man who was also an amateur naturalist, or ‘bird stuffer’ as Stapylton would have called him. He shot one of every living animal and bird they came across, skinned them and packed the skins with a preservative. Dr Hobson didn’t want to linger at the Crossing Place, but Lady Franklin prevailed, possibly because of the jolting cart with “hot handles” and the uncomfortable pony. She was in her late 40s and the hot weather and rough roads may well have been taking their toll.

Naplan Last week, our year 3 and 5 students completed their Naplan tests. We are very proud of the effort they put into these tests and the confidence that they showed in approaching them. Well done grades 3 and 5.

Each fortnight, kinder students from the Nagambie Pre-School & Childcare Centre come to our school to participate in our Bluearth sessions. Bluearth is a sports program which values movement and positive experiences in activity, aiming to improve the health and wellbeing of Australian children by making movement a part of everyday life. We jump for joy when the kinder students visit our school!

During the rest day, Lady Franklin and Sophie struggled down the steep bank to get relief from the sun. Beside the river were “fine gum trees,” but the sun shone through forcing them to keep moving around. Dr Hobson stuffed a crane skin and wrote to his wife, while Mr Elliot stalked and shot one of a pair of black swans, needing to swim across the river. The heat and exertion forced him to rest for an hour before returning.

On the morning of April 12 the women and the luggage crossed on the punt and the carts used the ford. After a struggle to drag the baggage up

the banks, and reload the carts, they headed off following the Major’s Line, with Lady Franklin “perched on the step of one of the carts” ready to jump off in an emergency. She frequently mentions lack of shade on the long trip of 30 miles to Seven Creeks, which they reached after nightfall. Dr Hobson, walking to hunt on the way, was briefly lost, arriving well after dark.

Pictured Below: Jane Franklin by Thomas Bock, 1838. Further reading: This errant lady, by Penny Russell.

15 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | 26 MAY 2021 | ISSUE 475 The Nagambie & District Historical Society has approached Strathbogie Shire Council with a proposal that the Major Mitchell Trail be reopened as a Tourist Drive, from the Nagambie area to Violet Town.

The Major Mitchell Trail was a bicentennial project initiated in 1988, to create a trail as close as possible to the route of Mitchell’s 1836 Australia Felix Expedition, for horse riders and for vehicles. For drivers, existing roads were chosen which followed the route as closely as possible, throughout Victoria. Tourists took several days to traverse the trail, stopping overnight along the way.

Many points of interest were described and flagged in the guide books, now unavailable. At those locations, descriptive storyboards brought history to life. It is disappointing to see that parts of the trail have all but disappeared.

Currently the trail of Mitchell’s homeward passage can be followed towards Strathbogie Shire by signage through Castlemaine, Redesdale and Heathcote, where the route is clearly signposted.

Once entering Strathbogie Shire there are now no signposts. Most importantly, there are no signposts or story boards for the area of Mitchellstown itself and the Old Crossing Place which was first crossed by the party in October 1836. These were most important spots in Victoria’s history of settlement, exclusively used by every overlander and their stock for four to five years, as they followed the Major’s Line etched into the landscape by his heavy boat wagon. Several years later, the New Crossing Place at Seymour was favoured.

Cairns erected in the 1930s exist at Mitchellston and Nagambie, in good condition, but the story needs to be told for future generations.

SCRAP SWANPOOL CREATIVE RECYCLED ART PRIZE 2021 SCRAP IS BACK FOR 2021

It’s well worth the effort with prize money ranging from $3,500 for first prize.

All exhibits will be offered for patrons to purchase so you may score an extra bonus if sold.

You’d better get cracking if you’re going to have something ready for this year’s SCRAP exhibition. SCRAP – The SWANPOOL CREATIVE RECYCLED ART PRIZE 2021 is roaring to go after being held over due to Covid 19 restrictions.

Now that’s worth digging around in your yard and your brain to come up with something equally brilliant.

It’s something the whole family can take part in.

Entry forms, conditions of entry, visitor information and further details are available from the website www.swanpoolanddistrict. com.au – then go to SCRAP.

Take a look around your property and be inspired by some Of the entries pictured from the 2019 exhibition.

SCRAP is on from Saturday July 31st to Sunday August 15th inclusive.

On the Northern side of Nagambie, construction of the bypass road was possibly the reason for removal of Mitchell Trail signage towards Euroa and on to Violet Town or Violet Ponds as Mitchell called it.

The Society is proposing that the Shire creates a new tourist drive, off the beaten track, featuring the significant Old Crossing Place and using the Major’s Line, or Mitchell Trail route which runs throughout the shire. Starting from the Heathcote-Nagambie Road, along Wattle Vale Road to Mitchellstown cairn. Then detouring into Mitchelton Winery to see their cairn marked for the site of the first mail run from Sydney to Port Phillip, which used the Old Crossing Place.

Then on to the Nagambie cairn and North to Wahring to turn East on the Wahring-Euroa Road.

The bicentennial trail route follows some beautiful country roads, past Euroa and on to Violet Town.

The Society suggests that the project should include signposts and finger posts, as the original project trail was marked. Also, descriptive story boards of the exploration and settlement of the Port Phillip District which immediately followed the crossing of the Goulburn River, as overlanders poured down from the Murrumbidgee.

An illustrated tour brochure, is also envisaged, including a touring map within the Shire, and historical details. This would be available at our Information Centres.

The Society has been planning for some time to hold a function and display to commemorate the 1836 expedition through the area. We have been hampered by lockdowns and uncertainty. If this proposal was adopted, the tourist route and brochure could be launched at the Museum during October of the appropriate year. The Society is prepared to mount a suitable exhibition to accompany the launch.

Judy Macdonald

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NAGAMBIE MEN’S GOLF MAY 24 The second and deciding round of the Finnigan four ball was full of excitement and drama with some excellent golf being played in brilliant late Autumn sunshine that made for perfect scoring conditions.

The days event was sponsored by ABS Shepparton many thanks going to Barry Cryer and his team for their continued support, taking home the ABS supplied wares were Darrell Baldwin and Jeff Lodding surprising the field with +7, Baldwin the oldest player in the field and a life member of the Nagambie golf club doing the bulk of the damage with Lodding along for the ride. Runners up beaten on count back were Dean Brown and John James putting together another +7 to go with their week one +7, third place on the day were classy pairing of Tim Baldwin and Ben Cassar on +6.

The Finnigan four ball is an accumulation of results over the two weeks of play with the 2021 winners being Dean Brown and John James with +14 overtaking week one leaders Phil Hageman and Glen Evans finishing +12, Brown and James set up the win with a blistering front nine where they scored 6 of there days plus results finishing with a shakey +1 on the back nine, if the partnership can stay together they look like the ones to beat in all the big four balls going forward. Third place went to Tim Baldwin and Ben Cassar with two good weeks of consistent play finishing on +10.

The nearest the pins went to 'Slammin' Sam Villenger on the 3rd 'perfect match' Glen Evans on the 8th, with the luck of the Irish Alby Seenan on the 13th and Finnigan four ball winner John James on the 16th.

Next week at Nagambie golf club will be a stableford event with S. McCormick on office duty and J. Mills in the bar.

MAY 17 The Nagambie golf clubs biggest member competition is underway the Finnigan Four ball with 20 pairings contesting the two week par event, week one round one was once again generously sponsored

by Dean Brown Carpet cleaning many thanks to Dean for his longtime ongoing sponsorship. Two breakaway scores were carded on the day with a large portion of the field bunched up but not too far behind the leaders and all in readiness to capitalise. The 2021 A & B grade club champions Glen Evans and Phil Hageman have combined forming a formidable pairing to win and lead the first week of the Finnigan four ball with a very handy +8 result. Right on the heels of the leaders are the very well credentialled former winner Dean Brown with last year's Goulburn Cup winner John James in tow on a healthy +7. Rounding out the top three pairings is another former Finnigan winner David Love attempting to drag Shaun Bryant across the winning line with +5, another 4 pairings sit one further behind on +4 making for a very exciting and hotly contested second week of play. Next week will be round two of the Finnigan 4BBB with ABS Shepparton sponsoring the day, hit off is from 9.00 to 9.30am with B Cryer on office duty and J. Lodding in the bar.

MAY 10 A stroke monthly medal was the day's prize with plenty of late Autumn sunshine greeting the players with unseasonal warm temperatures making for some very pleasant golf conditions. Gary Bow's in and

out of form continues with Gary this week being inform and taking home the May medal with 87-15-72, Bow's driving from the tee being the standout feature of his play in claiming the win. Runner up narrowly missing out on countback was big bombing wedge thumper Graeme Galvin with a well executed 79-7-72, rounding out the top three was Michael Nolan with a nice spike in form coming into next weeks Finnigan four ball Nolan carded 82-9-73.

The nearest the pin prizes went to our days winner Gary Bow on the 3rd, Tim Baldwin finding the 8th, Phil Neville miraculously making the 13th and Barry 'Bageye' Cryer playing the shot of his life taking out the 16th. Next week will be the 1st round of the Finnigan Four Ball, tee off will be 9.00 to 9.30am on office duty will be D. Love and in the bar W. LeCerf.

NAGAMBIE PETANQUE CLUB

THE VINEYARDS RUNNING FESTIVAL

The Nagambie Primary school children have recommenced their “Kids Matter” program and we have an enthusiastic band of them attend each Wednesday afternoon for five weeks. We are offering them basic instruction on playing the game, and then to practice with a few exercises and a game. They all seem to be really enjoying their visits to our club area.

There are a few returning players, and it is great to see they have retained their skills from the last time. Future petanque players in the making we hope!

Thanks also to our members for giving their time to come and help run the session.

The Vineyards Running Festival is returning to Nagambie on Sunday 7th November this year. The event featuring a marathon, half marathon, 10km, 5km and a 2km kids run will once again welcome runners from all over Victoria to the beautiful wineries around Nagambie.

With the cooler weather, not as many members have been attending at our regular times of Thursday and Sunday, but we still manage to get enough along to play an enjoyable social game. We have had a few mild, sunny days without wind, and it is a very lovely spot to be gathering and playing. Our club is fortunate to have this piste area.

Based at Tahbilk Winery, runners will also run through the vines of Box Grove and Mitchelton, before crossing the finish line with a glass of wine and relaxing with an afternoon of live bands, food & wine, and kids activities.

Entries are now open and for Community Voice readers, we’ve been able to arrange a discount code that you can use on your registration. The code ‘CV2121’ will give you 5% off and is valid for the first 100 entrants. To register head to www. vineyards.run.

Normally we meet at our regular practice times, of 2 pm on Thursday and Sunday at our piste area behind the public pool, Recreation Reserve, Vickers Road.

If you would like to know anything further, please give me a call. We supply boules, and you will be made most welcome if you would like to come to try.

Call Jill on 0419567580 for further information.

NAGAMBIE WOMEN'S GOLF The Committee and members would like to pass on their condolences to the Bazeley family, on the passing of former member Lorna.

Wednesday 15th May. Eight players played the last round of the Captains Aggregate and a game of Stableford.

The winner of the Captains Aggregate was Annette Mills with 59 pts.

Winner of A,B & C grade was Irene Keogh with 33 pts.

Winner of the 9 holes was Deidre Kleinig, with 18 pts. on a C/B from Jill Rankin.

18 hole balls went to Irene 33, and Annette 29.

9 hole balls went to Deidre and Jill both on 18, N/P on the 13th was Irene Keogh Wednesday 12th May It was a game of Stableford and the Monthly Medal. There were 8 players and the winner of A,B & C Grades and the Monthly Medal was Sally Bazeley with 37 Pts. Winner of 9 holes was also Sally with 20 pts.

18 hole balls went to Sally 37 and Sue Verge 34 pts.

9 hole balls went to Sally 20, and Jo Goodacre 17 pts.

N/P on the 3rd was Annette Mills and the 16Th, Sally.

Chicken Run Results, Thursday 13th.

May. There were 26 players , playing Stroke.

The winner with 44- net 34 was Terry Clonan. Runner up with 43-34.5 net was Daniel Hall.

There were no N/P winners.

Next week will be Par on the back 9.

MAY 22 GLENAROUA - STARTING AT SUGARLOAF / SCHOOLHOUSE 44KM. Another cracking autumn day greeted 22 starters to tackle a hilly Glenaroua circuit.

CHURCH NEWS:

With 21 mins in the field the scratch riders, Mark Seddon and Ollie Parsons were going to have a big challenge in rounding up the field.

Thursday, 27 May. 11am. Anglican Mother’s Union service at St John’s Nagambie.

Followed by BYO lunch. Then visit to Lakeview Lodge hostel around 1.30pm.

Short program of songs, poetry, readings, jokes with the elderly folk.

Welcome back to Glen Jacobs after a short hiatus and also to Nick Torney making the trip down from Shepparton.

Saturday, 29 May. Anglican Deb ball. La Mirage at Creigeburtn.

The 12 and 16 minute groups came together after 30ks and were working hard to get to top of the final hill before the chasing horde could reel them in but to no avail. The second scratchies had gathered in all in front of them by the 36k mark and proceeded to shed riders up the schoolhouse hill.

In a fiercely contested sprint for the line it was Michael Thomson (6mins) taking the honours with Grant Harvey (4mins) 2nd place, Shayne Kirby (4mins) 3rd, Carl Simmons (4mins) 4th, Craig Harvey (4mins) 5th, Liam Oliver (12mins) 6th, Mark Seddon 7th and fastest time of 1.07.24 (39.5kph av.) and Ollie Parsons 8th.

Next Week ,May 29, we are at Burgess signs for the Avenel loop/ Stretonvale 52k circuit for a 2pm start.

Please enter on team app before midnight Friday.

New members potentially interested in join the club can call Victor Nash, Secretary, on 0434 382 613.

Sunday, 30, May. A Eucharist service will be held at St Paul’s Anglican Church in Avenel on this 5th Sunday, at 10.00am.

Hopefully some Prospective Mother’s Union members will be enrolled into the parish of Central Goulburn’s branch that day.

Followed by Morning Tea. Friday, 4 June. Ecumenical Prayer Options Unified for Rain (P.O.U.R) Service hosted

by Uniting Church, Nagambie tennis clubrooms. Noon. BYO lunch.

Saturday, 5 June. Evening service at St Paul’s Anglican church. Avenel. 5pm.

Mother’s Union fundraiser Thursday, June 24, Mother’s Union Morning Melodies fundraiser for Overseas and Northern Outreach projects. Grandparents theme.

For those who don’t see their grandchildren very much, or at all, or for those who look after them a lot. 10.30am. Christ Church Seymour. Trading table, raffle, lucky door prizes.

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