The Community Voice, Go Nagambie | Wednesday May 3rd 2023, Issue 523

FLYNN BUSH SELECTED IN SCHOOL SPORTS VICTORIA U12 CRICKET TEAM

bowled exceptionally well throughout the Bendigo session, and consistently battled through in some pretty warm weather.

“We were just really impressed with his competitive edge and he was able to take on everything that we asked of him. He did a fantastic job.”

The School Sport Victoria (SSV) Team Vic representative program provides a development platform for Victoria’s emerging student athletes to participate in the annual School Sport Australia (SSA) Championships. SSV coordinate the selection process for Team Vic teams in partnership with relevant state sporting organisations.

The online registration to trial process opens up on a per needs basis - depending on the timing of the trials and the School Sport Australia Championships.

School Principals are required to endorse students who are selected for Team Vic teams. Students must consult with their Principal prior to registering online for the trials which provides a forum to discuss the child’s suitability to trial with the student’s classroom teacher, as well as physical education staff.

The State Trials were conducted in Bendigo earlier this year and those selected as a member of theTeam Vic U12 Cricket squad had a wait on their hands before the online announcement was made in late March.

After trying out last year as a bottom age player, Flynn made it through to the final 50 players but missed out on making the final team.

This would only make Flynn more determined for the 2023 trials, and he set himself the goal of being selected in the U12 2023 Team Vic cricket team.

In 2023, the exciting news was watched online by Flynn and his family. Flynn was the 10th member of the team announced with the selectors making the following comments.

“From Nagambie Primary School Flynn Bush

Flynn has been chosen as one of 13 boys to represent Victoria in the School Sports Victoria U12 cricket team, who will travel to Darwin in June, to compete in a 5 day tournament. There were over 430 boys trial from all over the state.

Flynn is the son of Nagambie couple Emma and Tyson Bush and attends Nagambie Primary School.

He plays and trains with the Nagambie U14’s, who won the premiership in the 2023. Flynn has spent a lot of hours at the cricket nets with his father Tyson and continues to practice and improve his skill whenever time permits.

Flynn’s best on field performances includes a score of 72, which he made in a 20/20 Australian Cricket Institute tournament in Melbourne. His best bowling performance was for Nagambie E grade, when he took 4/6 off 5 overs.

Flynn’s favourite cricketer is Marnus Labuschagne, the South African born, Australian international cricketer because he likes his style of batting.

What is Flynn hoping to gain from the tournament?

“My goal for the tournament is to take 5 wickets and make a 50, but also just to play as much cricket as possible,” said Flynn.

The Community Voice wish Flynn the very best and look forward to sharing his journey with you.

11 year old Flynn Bush has been chosen as one of 13 boys to represent Victoria in the School Sports Victoria in Darwin in June.

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What we do

Go Nagambie is the promotional name for the regions incorporated Chamber of Commerce – Nagambie Lakes Tourism and Commerce Inc.

Our vision is to make Nagambie, a premier regional centre for liveability, investment, visitation and events, with our focus being to unashamedly promote Nagambie and the surrounding regions through the support of our local community and businesses.

If you have any queries relating to Go Nagambie and/or memberships on offer, please contact Sissy Hoskin on 0419 627 276 or email executiveofficernltc@gmail.com

There are exciting times ahead for Nagambie in terms of economic and tourism development and we hope you will join us as we continue to grow.

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The Committee

President Lee Rowland

President: Lee Rowland

Vice President Belinda Beer

Vice President: Belinda Beer

Secretary Kellie Giannarelli

Treasurer Kerri Newnham

Secretary: Melanie Likos

Executive Officer Sissy Hoskin

Treasurer: Bruce Minchinton

General Committee

Executive Officer: Sissy Hoskin

John Beresford

General Committee:

Chrissy McNiell

John Beresford

Rosie Metherall

Rosie Metherall

Rob Gardner

Steve McCoach

Steve McCoach

Kerryn Harrison

Malcolm Little

Peter McKenzie

Daniella Paidi

Trevor Forbes

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR - KIRWANS BRIDGE RESPONSE

In the most recent Community Voice, we read Shire news of a special meeting decision regarding the sealing of 2.7 km of Weir and Reedy Lake Roads, west of Kirwans Bridge, in the hope that the roads “can withstand the e ects of major ooding events into the future”.

Having attended the extraordinary meeting of the Shire on 18 April it became apparent that councillors were confused whether they were to vote on an expense to achieve a sealed surface 300 mm thick at the same level as at present, or, a surface to be 300 mm above the October 2022 high ood level. Readers can see this for themselves by logging on to the Shire of Strathbogie website and watching the recording of the meeting.

An article from the Mayor in the same edition refers to $738,070 already contracted out from a previous decision, “plus some added projected costs”. During the meeting, it was made clear that Council plans to dip into “forward estimates”, meaning the 2023-2024 budget, or budgets beyond. A gure mentioned in the meeting to facilitate the new amended contract decision was $1,822,870.08 which equated to a 147 % increase to the original contract price. If the Council is being frank with ratepayers, why didn’t the Mayor include that in the article?

e meeting was also told that the planned roadworks will not commence until a er the winter period, and that to maintain the unsealed roads in the meantime, sta will hire a grader dedicated solely for the purposes for instant standby use until major works begin. Additional cost? $105,709.00 For what might turn out to be six or eight gradings!

Sometimes it is not what is told to ratepayers. Sometimes the truth lies in what is not told. With these gures (actual in terms of the existing contract,) plus the increase of $1,090,800.08 to the original contract, plus grader hire, the two projected added expenses total around $1,196,507.08. Wouldn’t it be more sensible and responsible to ratepayers, to spend this sum repairing and re-opening the bridge?

Des Mason 28 Mc Leod St Kirwans Bridge 0417011238.

Health and wellbeing can’t be ignored

Federal Member for Nicholls, Sam Birrell MP has called on the Government to turn around years of generational disadvantage and significantly improve health outcomes in Northern Victoria by providing funding to build the Seymour Community Wellbeing Hub in the upcoming May Budget.

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Do you need more Nurses?

Gotafe are conducting a series of information sessions for people interested in studying for a Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121) commencing in Seymour in July 2023.

is is the recognised quali cation to become an Enrolled Nurse (EN Division 2) which can be a pathway to further study to become a Registered Nurse (RN). is is an excellent career pathway for a wide range of people to consider including young people who may have nished school recently, for those wanting to re-enter the workforce a er a break or for people wanting to change careers and follow their passion for caring for others.

For those who are already working in the health and

community sectors, this also embodies the ethos of a “grow your own workforce” strategy and increasing sta retention through promotion and professional support. If you have sta in other areas of your business that re ect your core values and demonstrate skills, aptitude and ability to progress within your organisation but who may lack the con dence to step up from their current roles, we ask that you encourage and support them to attend one of our information sessions below.

e Diploma of Nursing course guide can be accessed via https://www.gotafe.vic.edu.au/study/healthcommunity/health-nursing/diploma-of-nursing for full details.

1. e Diploma of Nursing is part of the Free Tafe initiative which provides the Free Tuition component to eligible students so an excellent time to consider

upskilling or changing careers – visit https://www. gotafe.vic.edu.au/freetafe.

2. For people interested in studying in July 2023, it is a compulsory requirement that they attend one of these information sessions prior to commencement. However, if they are unable to attend the scheduled sessions, please contac tthe Course Co-ordinator Renuka Gunoory at rgunoory@gotafe.vic.edu.au to arrange a one on one discussion.

3. ID will be required if people would like to commence an application at these information sessions.

Mr Birrell and Nationals Senator and Shadow Minister for Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Bridget McKenzie met with project stakeholders in Seymour on Friday April 2.

Funding for the centre is urgently needed to ensure residents across the Seymour area have access to health and wellbeing support.

" e Seymour Community Wellbeing Hub is a critical piece of infrastructure and will drive social and economic development of the region," Mr Birrell said.

" e centre would provide a range of integrated services for people in the community and would signi cantly lead to better outcomes in education and physical and mental health," Mr Birrell said.

Mr Birrell said the community led project needs to be funded in Labor's upcoming budget.

" is project has been developed and championed by the community stakeholders," Mr Birrell said.

" e previous Coalition Government committed funding committed ahead of the last and I've spoken in parliament about the value of the project and called on the government to make a $10 million commitment to the hub,” Mr Birrell said.

Senator McKenzie said the Albanese Labor Government’s decision to scrap funding programs for the regions has le the Seymour Community Wellbeing Hub out in the dark.

“ e Nationals understand the importance of community focused health services such as the Seymour Community Wellbeing Hub.

“ at’s why in Government we established regionally focused grants programs such as the Building Better Regions Fund, to enable councils and regional community organisations to apply for funding.

“It is disgraceful the Albanese Labor Government abolished $10 billion in regional programs in their October budget, including scrapping the Building Better Regions Fund.

“For the past 10 months there have been no grant programs available for councils like Mitchell Shire to apply for funding from the Commonwealth for initiatives like this.

Kelvin Grove Village News:

anks to all who supported our Clearing-Garage Sale in anyway.

Coming up next for our Village people on Tuesday, May 16. is our Village residents Mother’s Day a ernoon tea dance with entertainer Noel Pearson. Residents are encouraged to invite friends and family to come along.

If they would be able to bring along a small plate of a ernoon tea to share that would be great and a $1 for the ra e. Lucky prizes to give out on the day.

Come and join in the fun and celebrate Mother’s day together.

1.30pm-4.30pm. Kelvingrove Village hall. 127 High t. Nagambie.

Parking in the street outside would be appreciated.

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- Kate Reid | GOTAFE Diploma of Nursing student “

Seymour: Gotafe Seymour Campus, 35 Wallis Street –Room S057

ANZAC TRADITION HONOURED IN NAGAMBIE

Bright autumn sunshine welcomed Anzac Day patriots to the Nagambie Mechanics Hall for the first Anzac Day service led by the Nagambie RSL on 25 April. School children’s works of Anzac Day art adorned the walls of the Nagambie Mechanics Hall.

The short ANZAC Day service was led by the Nagambie RSL’s Ken Lewis and was supported by the official party Reverend Richard Pennington, Mayor Laura Binks, and Captain Adam Roska – guest speaker from Proof and Experimental Establishment (P$EE) Graytown.

The service commemorated the Australian and New Zealand military personnel who served their countries 108 years ago in World War One, at Gallipoli in Turkey. The singing was led by the Lakeside Larks choir.

Anzac Day supporters from the RSL, veterans, current military personnel, the two Nagambie schools, kindergarten children, Wirrate, Bailieston and Nagambie fire brigades, ambulance and community and family groups and individuals gathered outside the Mechanics Hall to take part in the annual march to the Memorial Gardens cenotaph area. Many marchers proudly wore remembrance medal collections on their chests.

The short march was led by a military Parade Commander Flying Officer James Al-Mourani, and some local secondary school children who proudly carried the flags for the street march. Captain Adam Roska and Ken Lewis were the march Marshalls. It was very good to see so many young children involved in the march with their school, families and older veterans. Their inclusion showed that the Anzac Day tradition of remembrance was passed onto the next generation.

At the cenotaph Master of Ceremonies was RSL member Ken Lewis, who called the military catafalque party to mount around the cenotaph memorial. The Catafalque party came from Proof and Experimental Establishment (P&EE) Graytown. For the first time a navy serviceman joined an airman and three army soldiers in the Party at the Nagambie ceremony.

Australian Army Corporal Stacey Ferreira was Catafalque Party Commander, with army Corporals Mark McKelvie, and Chris Bolwell, Royal Australian Air Force Corporal Xiang Hui Wang, and Royal Australian Navy ABATA member Adrian Pendelbury completing the Catafalque party with Flag Orderly Andrew Donaldson. The military personnel showed their skill and precision when performing their ceremonial duties.

The short ceremony gave thanks for the peace and security that we enjoy in Australia which was won for us through the courage and devotion of those who gave their lives in times of war.

It was remembered that their labour and sacrifice may not be in vain, and that their spirit may live on in us and in generations to come.

The ceremony featured a family WW1 military story read by Nagambie Primary School student Nash Treble and fellow Nagambie Primary School Ruby reading an Anzac message with Casey, Chanel and Jackson, students from St Joseph’s Primary School taking part in the formal proceedings using Auslan sign language to lead reciting of “the Ode.”

To honour those who served in war and the many conflicts Australian and New Zealanders have been involved in for over 108 years representatives from the RSL, Strathbogie Shire Council, Students from Nagambie Primary School, St Joseph’s Primary School, Nagambie Kindergarten

Euroa Secondary College, Goulburn Valley Grammar, Seymour College and representatives from the three local fire brigades, and community organisations proudly laid their floral wreaths.

The playing of the Last Post, a minutes silence and Reveille as the flag was raised to full mast was observed then Rev. Richard Pennington presented the Anzac day prayer and blessing to the Anzac Day gathering.

Symbolically, the New Zealand and Australian National Anthems and the dismounting of the Catafalque party ended the Nagambie Anzac Day ceremony for 2023.

Ken Lewis on behalf of the Nagambie RSL sub-branch thanked the P&EE Graytown Catafalque party, speaker and parade commander, the, padre, Phil Close for sound equipment, and to all the local schools and groups and Anzac Day supporters for their attendance on ANZAC day and for the support of the sale of ANZAC badges and their welfare appeal. He invited Anzac Day attendees to go along to the Nagambie RSL clubrooms to enjoy some camaraderie and refreshments.

Thanks to all who showed their appreciation to those who gave the supreme sacrifice in years gone by in our defence forces and thanks to those serving currently to keep our country free and safe.

Explorers Way tourist drive brochure launched

A new driving trail tourist brochure was launched at a special event at Tahbilk Winery recently.

The Explorers Way brochure was launched over a luncheon with guest speakers Greg Ecclestone and Ken McIness.

This event was held as part of Australian Heritage Festival 2023, promoted by the National Trust.

Weir and Reedy Lake Roads weight reduction limit

As Chief Executive Officer Strathbogie Shire Council please be advised that under Clause 12 (2) (of Schedule 11) of the Local Government Act 1989, I am placing a temporary restriction (under delegation) to limit the use of Weir Road/Reedy Lake Road Kirwan’s Bridge to vehicles up to a maximum weight of no greater than 5 tonnes. This restriction will remain in force effective from 8 May 2023 until September 2023 when the scheduled road upgrade works will commence.

This will ensure that heavy vehicles must take alternate routes during the winter months to maintain the integrity of the unsealed road surface thereby providing a viable access route for Kirwans Bridge residents, school buses, emergency vehicles, local farming properties and other associated community use.

Julie Salomon, Chief Executive Officer

Artists encouraged to apply for ARTBOX

We’re calling for expressions of interest from artists, curators, arts groups and organisations to take part in ARTBOX. The exciting new arts space will launch this July with a series of rotating exhibitions, expected to last about four-five weeks each, in various locations throughout the Shire.

The aim of the travelling exhibition space is to promote professional and emerging artists and makers, providing opportunities for regional and remote communities in the Shire to create, experience and engage with arts and culture.

To express your interest, visit www. strathbogie.vic.gov.au/arts-and-culture and fill out the ARTBOX EOI application form.

L2P Learner Driver Program

Strathbogie Shire Council and Berry Street

Shepparton are encouraging eligible young drivers to sign up for the VicRoads L2P Learner Driver Mentor Program.

The program assists learner drivers aged under 21 years who do not have access to a supervising driver or vehicle to gain the driving experience required to apply for a probationary licence.

For more information scan the QR code or visit www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au/community/ youth/l2p-learner-driver-program/

Promote your event, business or community group on our website

Did you know you can promote an upcoming event on our website? Or add your business or group to our community directory?

It’s as easy as visiting the Council website and filling in our forms! Visit www.strathbogie. vic.gov.au and click on the shortcut titled ‘Find a Business Club or Group’ to register for our directory or visit https://www.strathbogie. vic.gov.au/strath-forms/promote-yourevent/ to register your upcoming event.

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Electrical line clearing

Council will carry out tree trimming around electric lines in the townships of Avenel and Euroa. The works are scheduled (weather pending) to start on May 1 and be completed by May 31, this year.

Cloth Nappy Reimbursement Program returns

Our Cloth Nappy Reimbursement Program is on again. Until the end of June this year local families can apply for 50 per cent off the purchase price of cloth nappies and accessories.

It’s a wonderful project created to encourage local families to reduce waste produced by disposable nappies. We offer a maximum of $150, or 50 per cent off the purchase price, to Shire residents to purchase cloth and swim nappies, reusable liners for nappies, reusable wipes, wet bags and reusable nursing breast pads.

For more information visit our website at www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au

Work with us

We’re looking for talented people to join our team:

• Asset Services Officer, Full Time, ongoing. Band 7 - $87,495 annually + 10.5% super. Applications close 9am, 8 May 2023

• Project Support Officer Digital Transformation. Full Time, 12 month contract. Band 4 - $33.08 per hour + 10.5% super. Applications close 5pm, 8 May 2023

For more information and position descriptions visit our website at www. strathbogie.vic.gov.au

Free guided art tour for Shire’s dedicated volunteers

To show Strathbogie Shire Council’s appreciation to local volunteers, and to celebrate Volunteers Week, volunteers are invited on a guided tour of the Shepparton Art Museum (SAM).

e tour will take place during Volunteers Week, on Wednesday May 17, 2023 and transport has been arranged to collect registered volunteers from both Nagambie and Euroa at 9:30am. On arrival, two groups of 35 people will then embark on a guided tour of SAM, the visit will also allow guests to have time to explore the various exhibitions at their own leisure prior to departure at 1:30pm.

Strathbogie Shire Council Mayor Cr Laura Binks said volunteering was a crucial part of community spirit and areas within our Shire could only ourish with the hard work of volunteers.

“ ere is a volunteering opportunity for everyone; volunteering comes in all shapes and sizes,” she said.

“ ere are so many great bene ts from taking a few moments out of your week, month or year to put towards making a real impact on the people and world around you.

“Volunteering is all about making a di erence in your community; it also bene ts you personally as it o ers opportunities to learn, grow, share, enjoy and connect. Just a few hours of volunteer work can make a di erence to your happiness and mood.”

At Council, there are several volunteering opportunities. ere are opportunities to volunteer for a wide range of roles at the Euroa Community Cinema, and the Nagambie Lakes & Euroa Visitor Information Centres.

e theme for this year’s Volunteer’s Week (May 15-21) is ‘ e Change Makers’. e week-long event recognises the vital support that the millions of volunteers in our country provide to their communities and encourages people to consider volunteering.

To attend, bookings are required via https:// events.humanitix.com/volunteers-week-samtour

Corporal David Robinson - Last Post, MCG Anzac Day

The traditional Anzac Day clash is the biggest AFL home-and-away game of the season and it once more lived up to that billing.with a crowd of 95,179 turning out to go down in history as being the biggest Anzac Day attendance at the MCG on record.

ere is no doubt that among those 95,179 attendees there were many of us from Avenel and Nagambie in attendance but what we didn’t know was that the bugler that played the Last Post was one of our own.

At 15:00 hours on Anzac Day, in the midst of the MCG, a ceremony honouring all those who served in the Australian and New Zealand armed forces began.

Over 95 thousand fans stood and fell silent as Catafalque Party entered, the ode was recited, and the sounds of the Last Post and Rouse echoed around the ground. en the National Anthems of New Zealand and Australia were sung, and the ceremony ended with a roar from the crowd as the soldiers le the ground.

Former Goulburn Valley resident, Corporal David Robinson was the bugler, and his very proud parents,

grandmother, wife, baby daughter, and other family and friends watched from their homes dotted across Australia.

Although now living in Melbourne, David grew up in the rural area of Wahring, attended Nagambie PreSchool and Nagambie Primary Schools and his secondary years at Shepparton High School. David now visits family when time permits returning to the Goulburn Valley.

David is an active member of the Australian Army Band and performs regularly in Melbourne and around the state, serving continuously since he enlisted in 2004. David is a brass teacher at Haileybury College, teaching at all four Melbourne campuses.

As an active Cub and Scout from the age of 9, he would proudly join the RSL commemorations in Nagambie. Music came into his life around the same time when his grandparents retired nearby, and David received piano lessons from his grandmother.

At Secondary school David took the opportunity to learn another instrument and to be a part of a band. Here he learned the trumpet throughout his six years of secondary studies, practicing every day to improve his talent.

Always the eager student, he was provided with the opportunity to become a part of Shepparton Brass Band. Studying music at Melbourne University followed, and

Great opportunity and prizes for local artists of all ages

Mitchell Shire Council is giving you the opportunity to see some of the region’s best artists at the hArt23 exhibition.

e exhibition aims to showcase and celebrate the work of youth and adult artists who live, work or are connected to Mitchell.

is year, in addition to the Open Category, there will be two new categories for hArt23, the Climate Solutions Prize and the Youth Artist Prize (aged 12 to 24).

e theme for the Climate Solutions Prize is ‘Nurturing Hope rough Creativity’, which ties in with the work Council is doing with community to create a Climate Emergency Action Plan.

Mitchell Shire Mayor Fiona Stevens said, “When moving around Mitchell Shire, it’s obvious we have many creative and talented people that live amongst us.

“You might see this through displays at markets, galleries, public exhibitions and competitions and on walls in local cafes and gathering spaces.

“I’m pleased to see Mitchell Shire Council is expanding the opportunities to showcase this talent and these works and I look forward to seeing what’s on o er,” ended Mayor Stevens.

First prize for Climate Solutions category is $500 along with two highly commended prizes of $300 each. Prizes will be judged on elements that help people understand local climate risks, innovation or inspire hope and meaningful change.

Prize winners will also receive the book: Retrosuburbia by David Holmgren, valued at $85.

In the Youth category, participants are also eligible for one of three art supplies gi vouchers valued at $300.

Works in hArt23 can be two or three dimensional in any medium, including digital, projections, painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, small sculptures, photography, textiles and jewellery.

Applications close 5pm Sunday 28 May. Prizes will be announced at the opening night event on Friday 9 June from 6pm to 8pm.

e exhibition runs from Friday 9 June to Sunday 18 June (except Monday 13 June) from 10am to 4pm at the Broadford Hall, 113 High Street, Broadford. For more information and to enter, visit www. mitchellshire.vic.gov.au/hart-of- mitchell or call 5734 6200.

during this time he joined the Reserves.

David has since become a life member of the Hawthorn Brass Band and is currently a member of the Darebin Brass-Preston band, who are currently state champions and one of the top bands in Australia. David.regularly competes at the National Brass Band competition held over the Easter holiday weekend each year. David’s talent doesn’t stop there. He also enjoys composing and arranging music for various bands, however this has taken a back seat with David committing any spare time he has with his wife and their young baby daughter.

(Information shared to e Community Voice from Jeanette Robinson)

CHURCH NEWS

ANGLICAN

Wednesday, May 31. Mother’s Union BYO Lunch at St John’s hall Nagambie. 12.30pm. Followed by meeting to plan “Morning Melodies” event. Christ Church service Seymour Sunday 9am. St John’s Nagambie Sunday. 11am. St. Paul’s Avenel. 1st Saturday 5pm & 5th Sunday 10am. POC Rev. R.Pennington. 0477 921 111.

CATHOLIC

Nagambie St Malachy’s. Mondays 10.30am & Wednesday noon Rosary. 1st and 3rd Sundays 9.00am Mass. 2nd, 4th & 5th Sundays 11.00am Word & Communion. W.Keenan.

5 Murray Street, Nagambie

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Nestled on the corner of Barwon Street and Murray street and situated on a generous 844m2 block. This compact brick veneer home offers three bedrooms all with built in robes and ceiling fans. The spacious u-shaped kitchen with the large island bench creating ample bench and cupboard space, has a large bay window sheltered by the veranda and vines. The home has a cosy wood heater for the cooler months, two split systems for both heating and cooling, one in the living room and a second in the main bedroom and 20 solar panels to keep the costs low. The beautiful gardens and the fruit fly shelter is covered with the 25,000L water tank. The well positioned home allows for great access from both streets and access to the 6mx4m lockable shed for extra storage.

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Sale:

$635,000

Mark Boyer 0418 941 628 Nagambie, Vic

24/1-3 Racecourse Road, Nagambie

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Located in the Ida Place Estate, situated on a well maintained block. This neat as a pin brick veneer home built by a renowned local builder, offers 3 generous sized bedrooms including a master bedroom with a walk in robe, ceiling fan and a spacious ensuite. Enjoy the open plan living that flows onto the undercover alfresco area and fully fenced yard with direct access to the estate's swimming pool and tennis court. The cleverly designed kitchen has ample cupboard and bench space with Westinghouse appliances. The home has split system heating and cooling and a double lockup ga

Sale:

$610,000

Mark Boyer 0418 941 628

Nagambie, Vic

4 Curtis Court, Nagambie

From the moment you walk through the front door you feel the quality and devotion of a LeDeux built home. Situated in a quiet court location on a block of 778m2 within easy walking distance to the Top Pub (500m), High Street with Restaurants, Cafes and Brewery overlooking our beautiful Lake. The home has three generous sized bedrooms and a purpose built study, a large open plan kitchen dining area and semi separate lounge. With quality fittings throughout including blinds and drapes, the home has electric heating and evaporative cooling and 18 solar panels to keep the costs down. The timber deck is a real feature overlooking the full landscaped yard with 7m x 6m workshop/shed. A beautiful property where you won't need to lift a finger, inspect today this won't last long on the market.

Sale: $770,000

Mark Boyer 0418 941 628

Nagambie, Vic

This much loved home is reluctantly available due to the current owners down sizing to a lifestyle village. The home is in the popular location of Barwon Street, only a short stroll to the IGA Supermarket, town centre and our beautiful Lake. With three bedrooms, master bedroom with ensuite and walk in robe, two living areas and a double garage. The heating and cooling is covered with an electric split system and a ducted evaporative cooling and gas heating. The spacious outdoors are outstanding with great access to the rear yard, the lawns are impeccable, the garden shed is perfect and the 876m2 block has plenty of room for another garage if needed. The patio area has fitted blinds, power points and ceiling fan. Some additional feature are security cameras internal and external, solar hot water, 12 solar panels topping off a fantastic home in a wonderful location.

Sale: $779,000

Mark Boyer 0418 941 628 Nagambie, Vic

19 Barwon Street, Nagambie

Explorers Way tourist brochure launched at Tahbilk Winery

A new driving trail tourist brochure was launched at a special event at Tahbilk Winery recently. The project was the brainchild of the Nagambie Historical Society in collaboration with the Strathbogie Shire Council.

The Explorer’s Way brochure was launched over a luncheon with guest speakers Greg Ecclestone and Ken McIness.

The two historical experts describe the journeys of Hume and Hovell in 1824 and Major Mitchell in 1836 through Strathbogie Shire. Both speakers added interesting and differing points of view, but both agreed on the importance of the work that these early parties achieved.

Nagambie Historical Society President, Robert McMaster was the MC for the occasion and praised his team for their commitment to the project and thanked the Strathbogie Shire for their support with the project.

Nagambie Lake Ward Councillor Reg Dickinson officially launched the tourist drive brochure which takes modern day explorers on a tourist drive which showcases many beautiful parts of the Strathbogie Shire.

Nagambie Historical Society secretary, Judy Macdonald played a lead role in delivering the project.

“My first introduction to Nagambie, long before we

Finding new pastures –Hamilton Hume and William Hovell

The drive from Violet Town to Avenel follows, in reverse, the steps of Hume and Hovell as they returned home to Sydney in December 1824.

Their party consisted of themselves and six other men. With fruitless searches for passes through mountain ranges and struggles to cross deep rivers without boats, they continued on their way south through the Port Phillip District in search of good pasture, eventually arriving at Corio Bay, which, incidentally, they thought was Westernport. This miscalculation delayed Port Phillip District settlement for a decade, as when a party was sent by ship to Westernport to establish a settlement, it was found not only to be unsuitable, but to have been wrongly identified.

Their homeward trek avoided the more mountainous country by staying further west, crossing the Goulburn River at Tallarook, before heading North East close to today’s Avenel, Longwood, Euroa and Violet Town. This road eventually became known as the Sydney Road, then the old Hume Highway.

moved here, was as an overnight stop, as we traveled part of the Bicentennial Major Mitchell Trail, between Hamilton and Violet Town. We were so impressed by the trip that it later seemed obvious that the route should be rejuvenated throughout the Shire.

So, what followed was a lot of hard work accurately plotting the trail and recording details to include in the brochure.

“We were all very happy with the launch day. A happy buzz of over 70 people, great food and the beautiful setting. We can’t thank Tahbilk Winery enough for making the restaurant available and opening the private museum,” added Judy.

The Nagambie Historical Society have contacted Tourism Minister Dimopoulos, suggesting other shires along the route be encouraged to follow Strathbogie’s lead.

“The full drive could then be enjoyed again throughout the State. We also added that it would be great to see the unobtainable original guide reprinted, perhaps for the 190th anniversary in 2026,” said Judy.

The Nagambie Historical Society has plans to further enhance the Explorers Way tourist drive.

“The Society hopes to gain a grant for interpretive panels, placed along the drive, telling the stories of the Traditional Owners, their culture and connection to country, and the problems that loss of access to these caused for them,” ended Judy.

This event was held as part of Australian Heritage Festival 2023, promoted by the National Trust.

Finding Australia Felix

On October 9, 1836, Major Thomas Mitchell cut a large blaze in a tree and buried instructions under ground marked with a deeply cut cross, on the banks of the Goulburn River not far from the present Mitchellstown cairn.

He and his advance party of 14 men then crossed the river and camped on the other side before hastening on to return to Sydney. This became known for years as The Crossing Place or Old Crossing Place. His instructions were for his second in command, Granville Stapylton,

The two surveyors, a Wiradjuri guide - John Piper, and 23 convicts, had begun the Australia Felix expedition in February 1836, which had crossed the Port Phillip District of New South Wales from the Murray to Portland, with 70 animals pulling laden carts and covered wagons, including a boat wagon with two boats. They were now returning to Sydney. Some of the animals had perished and vehicles were lost in swamps. They returned through the Grampians, past Mount Macedon to cross the present Goulburn River and continue north past the Nagambie lagoon, bearing north east at Wahring, towards present day Euroa and Violet Town. Mitchell surveyed the track which is now encompassed by the Strathbogie Shire. Deep ruts left by the boat carriage could be seen for years and, known as the Major’s Line, proved to be the first route south for overlanders.

This section of the drive is part of the Major Mitchell Bicentennial Trail of 1988 which followed their tracks through Victoria as closely as possible using existing roads.

Explorers Way: Nagambie – Major Creek – Mitchellstown –Violet Town – Euroa – Longwood – Avenel – Nagambie

1. Nagambie Township

Start your journey in the picturesque town of Nagambie 90km North of Melbourne, off the Goulburn Valley Freeway.

Stop for a coffee at one of the many cafes and enjoy the view over Lake Nagambie. Wander through the Museum and follow a Heritage Walk through the town, available from the Information Centre. GoNagambie

2. Major Mitchell Memorial CairnMitchellstown Road

Turn off High Street at the petrol station, onto Vickers Road. Travel over Chinamans Bridge and keep left to take Wattlevale Road. After passing Major Creek Camping Reserve, keep an eye out for the Major Mitchell Cairn marking his camp site in 1836, on the left. Major Creek Camping Area (Major Creek Streamside Reserve) (parks. vic.gov.au)

3. Mitchelton Winery - Mitchellstown Road

Continue to follow Wattlevale/Mitchellstown roads until you reach the impressive entrance to the iconic Mitchelton Winery.

At the end of the main drive, as you turn into the winery, is a large rock with a plaque marking the first postal route to the Port Phillip District of New South Wales, c1838, which then became the old Port Phillip road.

Do not miss this impressive modern winery with the iconic Aston Tower, Indigenous Art Gallery, Cellar Door, the Muse Restaurant and beautiful lawns on the banks of the Goulburn River. Mitchelton

4. Tahbilk Winery - 254 Oneils Road

Turn left out of the gates at Mitchelton and over the bridge. Turn left into Mullers Rd then left again into Oneils Road and follow the signs to Tahbilk Winery. Another worthwhile stop . Take time to visit the historic Cellar Door and wander the Wetlands on the Eco Trail. Refreshments available at the Wetlands Café. Leave Tahbilk via the Nagambie exit, just past the Wetlands Café and take the back road into Nagambie through the rolling pastures and impressive thoroughbred studs. Tahbilk Winery

5. Major Mitchell Cairn - High Street Nagambie

In the centre of Nagambie on the median strip is a large bluestone cairn commemorating Major Mitchell’s passage nearby in 1836.

6. Grimwade Road

Head North out of town and take the overpass onto Grimwade Road heading towards Longwood. Continue on Grimwade Road for around 30km, and then turn left onto the Longwood-Shepparton Road.

7. Longwood Shepparton Road

Travel 4.2km and turn right onto Pranjip Road.

8. Pranjip Road

9. Major Mitchell over night camp sitePranjip Road

As you cross the Castle Creek bridge, pause for a moment and enjoy the serenity of this idyllic spot where the Major Mitchell troop spent the night in 1836.

10. Arcadia 2 Chain Road/ Euroa Shepparton Road

Continue on Pranjip Road. At the T intersection turn left at the VLine bus stops. Rest a while on the rusty chairs provided for waiting passengers.

10a. Historical Marker

A short distance on the right is a historical marker noting Major Mitchell’s route.

After the visit return back towards Euroa.

11. Moglonemby Road

Turn left into Moglonemby Road

12. Riggs Creek Road

Turn right into Riggs Creek Rd

13. Old Euroa Road

Keep right onto Old Euroa Road, then turn right onto Murchison-Violet Town Road. Turn right onto Minahan Lane then left into Alan McDiarmids Road.

14. McDiarmids Road

Just across the railway line on the right is the Southern Aurora Memorial.

15. Southern Aurora Crash Site MemorialMcDiarmids Road Rail Crossing

Visit the site and wander the boards telling the story of this fatal crash in 1969. Return to McDiarmids Road and travel back over the railway line then right into Lily Street towards Violet Town. Take a right into Daphne Street and then right into Cowslip Street

16. Southern Aurora Memorial GardensCowslip Street, Violet Town

A lovely spot to stop and visit and reflect on what this town went through in 1969

Southern Aurora Memorial - Violet Town (southernauroraviolettown.com.au)

While you are in town wander the main street and visit the Art Gallery & Museum and have a coffee in the café.

17. Major Mitchell and Hume & Hovell CairnsHigh Street, Violet Town

Head along Cowslip Street towards the freeway and turn right into High Street.

Just outside the entrance to the Honeysuckle Caravan Park is where the explorers intersect on their journeys. Here you will find a cairn to Hume and Hovell and a separate cairn for Major Mitchell. This is as far North as we go. From here, head back to the Hume Freeway towards Euroa, taking Exit17.

18. Hume & Hovell Cairn - Burtons Bridge, Euroa

Just over the Burtons Bridge, on Templeton Street, is a Hume and Hovell cairn. Stay and wander though this historic town. Visit the VC Memorial in Kirkland Avenue and Telegraph Park in Brock Street to learn about the Military Heritage of the town and region. Pick up a heritage walking map from the Euroa Hub at 50 Binney Street. https://www.visiteuroa.org.au/heritage

Now we return to the Hume Freeway and head to Longwood, taking the second exit.

19. Pub Paddock - Down Street, Longwood. VC Memorial Tree and Cairn

The Pub Paddock (behind the White Hart Hotel) is a delightful stop on this journey, with picnic facilities and a toilet . Here you can sit beside the tree planted in honour of Major Tubb VC, one of the three men from the district that were awarded a Victoria Cross.

From here turn left onto the Avenel-Longwood Road and head towards our last stop at Avenel.

20. Hume & Hovell Cairn - Livingstone Street, Avenel

When you arrive in Avenel, keep left and don’t cross the railway line. Turn left at the Cemetery (look out for Red Kelly’s grave - Ned’s dad- just beside the road) and meander around Jubilee Park. Just before the T intersection, on the right opposite the pub and hidden under trees, is a memorial to the explorers, specifically Hume and Hovell.

Our journey ends—but don’t stop here! Why not investigate the Ned Kelly Touring Route – Ned Kelly's Story ,

Or the Military Trail Military History Trail - Strathbogie Shire Council ,

Or one of the many tracks and trails listed on the Strathbogie Shire Website Tracks and Trails - Strathbogie Shire Council

For more information please visit our Visitor Information Centres

NAGAMBIE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE

293 High Street, Nagambie 3608 Ph 03 57 941 471

EUROA HUB

50 Binney Street, Euroa

Shadow Minister hears local construction and housing challenges

Shadow Minister for Home Ownership and Housing A ordability, Jess Wilson, has visited Central Victoria to discuss the hurdles being placed in front of housing development and construction, leading to increasing a ordability concerns across the regional market.

e Nationals Member for Euroa, Annabelle Cleeland, organised a roundtable event with local builders, developers, real estate agents and local business gures.

Ms Cleeland said the event was a crucial step in providing a strong regional perspective on the issues facing the housing industry.

“Too o en we see policies in the construction and housing sector developed without any nuance or understanding of the di culties facing regional communities,” Ms Cleeland said.

“While the Andrews Government makes dictates from the city, the Liberals and Nationals are always committed to getting out on the ground and hearing locals’ concerns rsthand.

“We have serious housing supply challenges locally with widespread ooding exacerbating the problem and displacing some of our region’s most vulnerable citizens.

“ e failures in our system are hurting people in our own community, unable to a ord housing in the town they’ve grown up in and love.

“I thank Jess for coming to our region and listening to the concerns of our local housing stakeholders and understanding the challenges in regional housing, development and planning.”

Shadow Minister for Home Ownership and Housing A ordability, Jess Wilson, welcomed the opportunity to meet with individuals and businesses at the coalface of regional housing development.

“Today we heard some common themes and strong agreement on the issues facing the sector,” Ms Wilson said.

“Planning decisions at a local government level are taking an incredibly long time, causing delays and increased costs for home buyers and sti ing economic development.

“It’s clear the planning system isn’t working, and we simply aren’t getting the supply we need to market.

“I’m committed to hearing regional voices on every aspect of home ownership.

“Local views, on the ground expertise and ideas around potential solutions will feature strongly in

Counciller Update Reg Dickinson

policy development and help me continue placing pressure on the Andrews Government to reform this broken system.”

Anzac Day, always a day of remembrance and celebration to those who served and to those who lost their lives. On April 25,1915, the rst soldiers of the Australian and New Zealand Corps landed on the shores of Gallipoli, Turkey. In a day of confusion and fear some 2000 lives were lost. Eight months later when evacuated, 8700 Australians and 2700 New Zealanders had lost their lives. Nagambie people paid tribute to the Anzacs at a dawn service followed by a mid-morning laying of wreaths and catchup at the RSL. A big shout-out to our RSL for all they do to prepare and present Anzac Day. Lest we forget.

Reporting an issue or making a request can be done via the Strathbogie website. On the opening page is a heading “Submit a Request;” click on it and it will take you to “Report an Issue and Make a Request.” Click on it and you will be taken to the various categories of requests. Select and make your report and you will be given a number that can be referred to at any time.

You may have noticed an electric vehicle charging station has been installed in High Street, Nagambie. It is in the centre median strip opposite the Bakery and will take two vehicles at any time. We are moving with the times!

By the time you have read this article Council will have met to decide on the 2023/24 Budget. An extraordinary meeting was held on Tuesday night to vote on the proposed budget. From there it is put out to residents for their input.

e boardwalk is progressing, and the rst section has been completed. I have been informed that this great asset is likely to be fully completed by mid-June. I am looking forward to my walks along the waterside and enjoying the natural surrounding habitat, as I am sure many of our residents are too.

e Splash Park and Water Park have completed their rst season. ey have now closed, reopening in September. From all reports it has been a big hit with the young and not so young and has attracted a lot of interest from out of towners. A er the devastation of the oods the water park has provided a real buzz for our town’s economy.

My mate Michael Smith has been quick to remind me that I have not been giving a “shout out” to volunteer residents. Well Mick, for you and others I think that Claire Sampson deserves a big “shout out.” Claire has been a volunteer, hands-on worker for the NOW festival for about sixteen years. Great stu Claire.

Until next time, stay safe. Reg

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Photo below: Shadow Minister Jess Wilson and Annabelle Cleeland with local builders and developers

Mayor Cr Laura Binks joins forces to call on Federal Government for Fuel Efficiency Standards

Strathbogie Shire Council Mayor Cr Laura Binks is one of 121 Mayors and Councillors to participate in the City Powers Project’s call to the Federal Government for Fuel Efficiency Standards (FES).

“We’re calling on the Australian Government to implement FES that will secure a pipeline of affordable lower and zero emissions vehicles for Australian communities, Councils and business fleets,” Cr Binks said.

Cr Binks explained what FES involved.

“A FES increases the supply of Electric Vehicles (EVs), and other efficient petrol and diesel vehicles, including affordable models already available in other countries,” she said.

“Because lots of large companies and governments buy cars in bulk and only hang onto their cars for a limited time, a bigger initial supply of EVs will lead to an expanded second-hand market a few years down the track, meaning more Australians will be able to get behind the wheel of an EV.”

Cr Binks explained that having affordable electric vehicles for Australian communities will be unlikely without FES.

“Local governments are doing what we can to switch to EVs, but our hands are tied. A lack of supply to Australia, and the strong federal policy to drive it, makes it difficult to transition our fleets, therefore limiting the availability of second-hand vehicles to communities,” she said.

“We are urging the Federal Government to support our access to EVs by legislating strong FES.

“World-class FES would bring more low and zero emissions vehicles to Australian shores.

This will accelerate the transition for councils - and with fleet vehicles entering the secondhand market after three to five years, this ensures communities have access to the best technology at a fair price.”

Nagambie Seniors

The Queen Victoria Market excursion on Thursday 27th April, went well and many purchases were made. Typical Melbourne weather presented itself with showers on arrival, but cleared to sunshine in the afternoon. Full shopping trolleys transported via our bus luggage area made it safely back to Nagambie. Many thanks to the driver and to the social committee for all the arrangements made prior and on the day.

Our next bus trip away will be the on 15th May to the Rivers of Yarrambat. A modern, glass-walled cafe in a sprawling garden centre, with an inventive menu and homemade cakes. Always an interesting place to visit and wander around the extensive plants and pond wildlife. Please add your name on list at hall or advise me if you are interested.

Movie Day is the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 1pm. Our first movie on 9th May is Sixth Sense and to follow on 23rd May is Blended. Mark it in the calendar and come along and support the club and Abe who does a lot of work to ensure we get some classic movies and of course lots of great interval treats.

Another bus trip is planned to Echuca and will be on Tuesday 20th June, travelling to Tongala to visit the Street Art, then going to the Echuca Workers Club for lunch (included in price). Next, on to the Paddle Steamer for an hour cruise along the Murray River. ($50 per head). This should be a really good day. Add your name to list at hall if you would like to come.

Line Dancing is still our most popular activity, held on Wednesday and Friday from 9.30am. Beginners are welcome at both sessions, but have a dedicated time on Friday from 9.30 Both days have dances suitable for all levels. Come along and try if you have not been before, you will be made most welcome. Only $3 for members, and membership is only $5 for the year.

Table Tennis is also held on Wednesday evenings at 7pm, open to the public, catering for all ages and skill abilities. Small group size at present, but able to put up more tables if required.

Our next newsletter will be send following our monthly meeting on 5th May with the usual updates and news around the club. Happy to email any interested people who would like to receive the newsletter monthly. Just email nagambieseniors@ gmail.com to go on the list. Or phone Jill on 0419

567 580

We also wish to thank Go Nagambie for including our Club details on their website, check it out.

Mobile Blackspots – Where need is not politics

Member for Nicholls, Sam Birrell MP, is demanding the Albanese Government provide adequate funding to improve communications coverage in Nicholls after Labor seats were favoured in the last round of the Mobile Blackspot Program.

Mr Birrell met with Shadow Minister for Communications, David Coleman today in Avenel to speak with business owners and residents about efforts to improve mobile and internet coverage in the growing area.

Mr Birrell said there’s a clear need for the Government to fund upgrades in Nicholls and not just in seats that favour Labor voters.

“Mobile Blackspot funding should target need and not politics,” Mr Birrell said.

“Mobile black spots are not only frustrating for regional and remote residents but are also potentially dangerous.

“As the regions continue to grow, the Government needs to continue to support mobile coverage in areas of need, not just political favours.”

Mr Coleman said draft guidelines for the Mobile Black Spot Program show that every dollar of the program in Victoria and NSW is set to be spent in Labor electorates.

“The locations were recently hand-picked by the Minister for Communications Michelle Rowland, under Round 6 of the Mobile Black Spot Program,” Mr Coleman said.

“We’ve seen only three projects selected in Victoria plus 27 in NSW all going to ALP-held electorates.

“The figures shows that more than $22M would go to Victorian and NSW projects in Labor seats.

“This funding monopoly in Victoria and NSW represents more than half of the $40 million spending in the entire Round 6 of the Mobile Black Spot Program.”

Mr Birrell said he will continue to fight for telecommunications funding for Nicholls.

“Regional communities deserve fast, reliable and affordable telecommunications and where black-spots exist they should be fixed,” he said.

“Businesses especially should not have to endure payment terminals that can’t connect or calls that disconnect.”

Didn’t vote in the State election?

Close to 300,000 Victorians who appear to have failed to vote in the November 2022 State election will have an opportunity to explain why they didn’t vote when they receive an ‘Apparent failure to vote notice’ in the coming days.

Acting Electoral Commissioner, Dana Fleming, says the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) is urging people who receive a notice to respond with a detailed explanation, as the VEC is required to issue a fine of $92 if a person fails to respond within 28 days.

‘An ‘Apparent failure to vote notice’ is not a fine – it’s a chance to explain why you appear not to have voted,’ Ms Fleming said.

‘If you respond to the notice, you are much more likely to be excused.

‘Completing and sending the notice back to us within the 28-day timeframe gives us a chance to consider your explanation and whether you can be excused.’

Voting in State elections is compulsory in Victoria.

The VEC worked to make voting in the 2022 State election as convenient and accessible as possible by:

• increasing the number of early voting centres by 50% (to 155)

• extending voting hours during the early voting period

• offering telephone assisted voting for those who are blind, have low vision or a physical disability and were unable to vote without assistance, or people impacted by the Victorian floods.

The option to vote by post was also available to all electors, and a drivethrough voting centre was offered to COVID positive voters who were unable to vote in the last 3 days of the election and hadn’t voted early or applied for a postal vote before applications closed.

The VEC also sent VoterAlert reminders by SMS and email to 2.5 million enrolled voters who had provided their contact details. Voters can sign up for VoterAlert at any time to be reminded to vote in all future State and local council elections at: vec.vic.gov.au/VoterAlert

St Joseph's Primary

Nagambie Primary Nagambie

ANZAC Day

We commemorated ANZAC Day in a number of ways at St. Joseph’s. On Tuesday, we had Casey, Chanel and Jackson represent the school at the Nagambie service by signing the Ode of Remembrance in Auslan and laying a wreath at the Cenotaph. On Wednesday, the whole school walked to Nagambie Health Aged Care to share in their lovely ceremony, with our grade F/1’s laying poppies they had made. Following this, the grade 4/5/6’s made ANZAC biscuits and discussed their significance, especially in WW1. It was wonderful to see the students showing great respect & understanding for the sacrifices made by so many, so we can live the lives we do today.

Lest we forget.

Mother’s Day Raffle

It’s that wonderful time again when we spoil our mums. St Joseph’s Mother’s Day raffle is supported by some of our amazing local businesses.

Prizes include:

Otway boots donated by Nagambie Outdoors

Rose gold earrings donated by Blizzards Jewellers

Gift voucher donated by Elsie and Florence

Black onyx necklace donated by Purdeys Jewellers

Gift boxes from What’s New and Blossom with Love

Dinner set donated by The Corner Nook

Gift voucher and Ultraderm pack from Rejuvenate

To name just a few……..

Tickets are $2 each & are available from our school office and you will also find us at IGA in the coming weeks.

Staff Profile - Mrs K

How long have you been teaching?

I started teaching in 2001 and this is my second year of teaching Art at St. Joseph’s

What is your favourite thing about your job? The kids

What’s the best thing about teaching at St. Joseph’s?

Everyone has been so welcoming

Nagambie Primary News

Last term we were fortunate to have Victoria Police Leading Senior Constable Brooke visit our school to teach our students about the importance of staying safe online. This has been an ongoing topic of discussion and learning in our classrooms.

It was wonderful to see our school and community come together on ANZAC Day. It was an honour to be involved and we thank the Nagambie RSL and Nagambie HealthCare for inviting us to be a part of their significant community commemoration. During the service at the Cenotaph, Nash shared a personal story about his Great, Great, Great, Grandpa Andrew Mathew Glew and Ruby read an ANZAC poem.

Avenel Primary Nagambie Preschool

Avenel Primary School’s four school captains were great ambassadors for our school at the Anzac Day service, laying a wreath on behalf of our school community. Koby, Camilla, Campbell and Neo were very respectful in remembering our soldiers when participating in the Avenel Service organised by the local RSL Club. It was great to see such a large number of school students and their families in

attendance, joining with the rest of the Avenel community. There were quite a few Avenel PS students that were involved in local ceremonies with organisations such as the Junior CFA and Scouts, as well as with other local services in the area. Congratulations to all of the students who were fabulous young representatives in the community.

Local Sport

Nagambie Womens Golf

Results Wednesday 19th April

We had 10 players for a round of Stableford. e winner of A,B & C Grades was Annette Mills with 34 pts. e 9 hole Winner was also Annette with 17pts. Balls down the line for 18 went to Annette 34pts, Irene Keogh 31pts and Karyn ompson 28pts on a C/B from Moz Fowler.

Balls down the line for 9 went to Annette 17pts, Irene 16pts and Maureen King 14 pts.

Only 1 N/P winner and that was Annette on the 8th.

Results Wednesday 26th April

Once again we had 10 players for a round of Par e winner of A & B Grades was Annette Mills with -3 e winner of C Grade was Kylie Carmichael with [] Balls down the line for 18 went to Kylie [] and Jane Bow

+1 Balls down the line for 9 went to Jane +1 and Karyn ompson -1 on a C/B from Kylie.

N/P on the 3rd was Irene Keogh and on the 16th Karyn ompson.

Chicken Run Results 27th April

ere were 17 players for a Stableford round. e winner with 20pts was David Sudholz.

N/P on the 13th was Lindsay Hall and on the 16th David Sudholz.

Nagambie Mens Golf

April 24th

ere were 17 players for a Stableford round. e winner with 20pts was David Sudholz.

N/P on the 13th was Lindsay Hall and on the 16th David Sudholz.

A spike in form has Michael Nolan winning the Sunday stroke event and 2nd round of the club championship and propelled him to a comfortable lead in the A grade net championship, an 83-11-72 was enough for Nolan to hang on to win a count back from Tim Baldwin 82-10-72. Nolan's round consisted of solid driving from the tee and putting away puts when required a 5 shot lead in the A grade with one round to play suggests he is the one to beat. ird on the day with a gritty 91-18-73 was Phil Hageman, showing no signs of letting up when it comes to the B grade championship Hageman's vice like grip on B grade is where all the smart money is for him to win his second B grade in 3 years. C grade is being controlled by a cra y Greg Whiteman but a hunting pack has mustered behind to make things a little nervous for a runaway round one leader, Whiteman is four clear of Graeme Keogh, Alby Seenan and Gary Bow as a grandstand nish awaits. e scratch championship has had a change in leader with Jeremy Ezard advancing ahead of Michael Roberts with one round to play, Ezard will take a 5 shot lead into the nal round in an attempt to win his 11th title.

e nearest the pins were hard to get at with only two of four going o , Je Mills nessed his ball onto the 13th and Dean Brown knocking o the 16th, next week will be the 3rd and nal round of the 2023 championships, on o ce duty is D. Brown and in the bar T. Baldwin.

May 1st

e 3rd and nal round of the 2023 Nagambie golf club championships was a big day with a big eld turning out, the course was in splendid condition and a free sausage sizzle was o ered a er the round. But the day belonged to Jeremy Ezard winning his 11th club champion title and doing it in style by also winning the stroke competition for the day a 71-1-70 was too good winning by 3 shots and claiming the championship by 10. Runner up went to the gallant Michael Roberts throwing everything into his round including two eagles, a 3 shot hole out on the par ve 4th and a two shot hole out on the par four 10th, Roberts nished his round with 76-3-73. ird place was a rampant Gary Bow trying to chase down the C grade championship leader only to fail in his quest by one stroke Bow recorded a 91-18-73.

e respective leaders of each grade from the previous week all held on for victory a er the nal round, A grade went the way of Michael Nolan with a three round net total 222. B grade had a runaway winner leading from the outset and never looked like being challenged, Phil Hageman with the lowest net of any grade for the championship 220. C grade saw Greg Whitman hang on and win a er being hunted down by the trailing pack with the lead possibly changing multiple times throughout the round, Whiteman held his nerve for a hard fought victory and 233 total.

Nearest the pin prizes went to the pin seeker David Sudholz on the 3rd, the veteran Alby Seenan on the 8th the crashing and bashing Ben Cassar on the 13th and the man who always has a story to tell Gary Bow on the 16th. Next week the big events continue at the Nagambie golf club the 2022 edition rescheduled Goulburn Cup

sponsored by the Nagambie Rowing club will be held, it is an open event entries can be forwarded to David Love 0419 672 442 or Ronda Richards 0408 349 505, assembly is 9.30am shotgun start 10.00am.

Nagambie Lakes Sailing Club

On Sunday 21st May all Sailing Club Members are invited to a Club Social Picnic Lunch, on the shore of the lake at the Sailing Club House, located at the large boatshed on the peninsula at the Regatta Centre, 69 Loddings Lane. From 12.30pm, the Club Committee will host a Sausage Sizzle. Club members are asked to BYO a salad or sweet to share, own drinks and chair. Alcohol is permitted with a meal, but not if participating in water activity. e Committee and Crew will provide members with an update on the Club’s progress with restoration of the club yacht, plans for sailing events and for developing the Club Boat Shed and Club House.

A donation of $2 is requested for the Nagambie Lakes Community House funds.

Please RSVP to: bevgsoz@gmail.com

Avenel Bowls Club

Two long time servants of the Avenel Bowls Club were awarded Life Membership at the club’s Closing Day celebrations last Sunday.

Jenny and Spud Furletti together have contributed almost 60 years’ service to the club.

Spud has held many administ rative positions in that time including seven years as president, along with roles as vice president, treasurer, tournament director, match committee, bar manager and a massive twenty-seven years as club delegate, a role still holds. Many of these roles were held concurrently.

In 2015, Spud took over the role of Greenkeeper and has worked for many hours almost daily to provide one of the best greens in the Goulburn Valley.

Spud’s devotion to the club has not only been in the administration of the club. His bowling prowess and individual skills has contributed greatly to the success of the team and club. He is held in the highest esteem by all members of the club and across the Goulburn Valley playing area.

Jenny served as President and Vice President of the Ladies Committee when Ladies were Associate members. She has been an active member of the match committee for seventeen years and delegate for four years.

Seven times Jenny has won the title of Ladies Singles Champion and together Jenny and Spud have won the Mixed Pairs Club Championship three times.

Jenny’s bowling expertise led her to play Skip for many years and her ability to pass on her knowledge to new bowlers has been invaluable in creating the next generation of skilled bowlers.

But the role she is best renowned for is her expertise as catering manager, a role she has held for een years. Without Jenny’s forward thinking forward thinking and planning Avenel Bowls Club would not have the outstanding reputation for catering that we currently enjoy.

Congratulations and thank you to both Jenny and Spud for your many years of dedication, generosity and hard work that has contributed to the success and growth of the Avenel Bowls Club.

Pictured below – Jenny and Spud Furletti

Nagambie Football Netball Club

Round 3 seen us invite the Merrigum football and Netball club over to Nagambie in what was a fantastic day all round. Again the sun was shining and our loyal supporters rolled in the gate to watch our local talent take the court and eld. With no under 11’s or 13’s netball and no under 18’s football we had a bit of time on our hands in the morning that was lled in doing a few odd jobs around the place, a big thankyou to those who were around early to lend a hand.

Football

e reserves game kicked o our day on the football eld and Merrigum boys were a little short sta ed on arrival, so o home went Darby and Gill on their BMX bikes to get their boots and shorts to ll in for the day. Its an absolute credit to these 2 young men rstly for putting their hands up to play for an opposition club to ensure that everyone got a game of footy and secondly the e ort that the boys put in on the eld. Both boys would have been in the best player on the ground. We said last week that we would return to the training track and address some issues we had in last weeks loss and get ourselves back on the winners list, and that we did. We were a little inaccurate in front of goal but still managed to get the job done by 78 points. Jazz Shepherd kicked 8 in a best on ground performance while being well supported by Muggsy and the new recruit big gun from the north end of town Taylor “TEX” Corboy.

Our senior boys were challenged early by a gallant Merrigum team who put pressure on the mids and forwards. Our inaccurate kicking allowed them to stay in the game for a period until we nally corrected it and kicked away. 59 scoring shots for the day and a total score over 200 points is a credit to the team, although we missed more goals than we kicked we still gave ourselves the opportunity to kick them with the ball in the forward half for majority of the game. Again out young brigade lead from the front with our better players Moose, Reilly and Dingo who kicked 9.

A good crowd seen the women’s team rolled out at home for the rst time on Sunday a ernoon against a strong Shep united team. e girls stuck with them playing some good footy in the rst half and then United started to get on top. A couple of injuries shortened our playing list and United ended up running over the top of us. It was an enjoyable game to watch with a lot of people in the crowd commenting on how well the girls are playing, so stick at it the wheel will turn and we will soon be on the winners list.

Better Players Bree, Eli and Emily

Netball

No games for our U11’s or U13’s last round. We hope they enjoyed the weekend o .

UNDER 17’s

Another win for the 17's. e girls started strong with the new combination of Milly at GK, Katie GD and Laci in WD working really well together. Some great play down court, giving our goalers lots of opportunity. In the second half with di erent combinations the girls were pushed by Merrigum but worked hard to hold onto their lead. Today's Club Incentive went to Milly Kelly and the Fiona Boyer incentive to Laci Hepburn for their strong defensive work.

C GRADE

With the celebration of Katie Miller’s 150 Games, our girls were pumped! We ran out our rst quarter hard and the girls worked beautifully together. Megan Galvin played her rst game, and did not disappoint! We felt we nally had some nice ow through the Centre into our shooters who played e ortlessly together! Merrigum were just too strong for us on the day. Fantastic e ort from our Laker Girls and we look forward to getting back to training and building even more con dence within the group to take on Dookie in our next round. Best on - Evie Merri eld & Botanic House incentive Megan Galvin.

B GRADE

On the back of two very close losses & our full squad of 10, the girls were keen to get our rst win on the board, and they didn’t disappoint.

Securing the lead from the very rst goal, the girls were not going to let this one slip. Very handy having 3 fresh sets of legs to utilise in the second half! Round 3 and the girls are really starting to gel as a team! A big con dence booster with a 25 goal win! More great netball to come from this great bunch of girls! Best on: Kara Clydesdale and Botanic House incentive Keely Googin. Well done girls.

A GRADE

3 from 3 - our A grade girls couldn’t ask for a better start to the season. Especially against the quality of teams we have faced in these rst few rounds. Our match up with Merrigum was one we knew we would have to ght out for the full 4 quarters. Lots of positives to take from this game, especially pleasing to see new players and new combinations building in con dence each week. Our relentless defensive pressure was a huge highlight today, along with the smooth transition from our defence end into attack. e e ort from every player out on court was undeniable, another really pleasing team e ort. Club incentive went to Rachel Beames for her work rate & constant pressure causing slower ball movement, to give our ring defence a better look at the incoming ball. Great to have you back in Rach - much earlier than anticipated, love the commitment. e Corner Nook incentive went to another defender today Keely Woosnam teaming beautifully with Kelsey in the ring to create lots of turnover for the team.

e Nagambie Football Netball club would like to thank all of our sponsors and volunteers. is week we would like to recognise one of the volunteers who is the backbone of our Netball Department.

Katie Sullivan

Katie has done a power of work in Nagambie netball not only this year but for many before. People like Katie are hard to come by in sporting clubs, so we would like to thank her for her time and e ort. ankyou Katie.

e Nagambie football and netball club are very proud of our e orts in helping people that are doing it a bit tough for one reason or another.

is week we were able to donate out ra e takings of $675 to the Perry Family who are currently at the Royal Childrens Hospital with Lori. Lori is one of our junior netballers who’s family have been involved in the club in plenty of di erent rolls over the years. We wish Lori all the best with her treatment and will see you again soon out on the netball court playing the game you love. We would also like to send a very special thankyou to Dave Comi, Dave was the winner of our Ipod shu e and kindly donated the winnings to the Perry Family. at’s a big thumbs up mate!!

We have the week o this week so rest up and get yourself up and about for when to travel to Dookie in a fortnight.

GO LAKERS

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