Sporting Vouchers re-open for kids!

Another round of the Get Active Kids Voucher Program has now opened, allowing eligible families to apply for a voucher of up to $200 to cover sporting costs including equipment, uniforms and memberships.

children missing out on sport due to this nancial burden.

“ ese vouchers can be used to ensure kids are tted out in the right uniform and have the equipment they need to compete and enjoy sport with their mates.” ese upgrades are part of the NBN’s bre upgrade program which has been boosted by the Albanese Government’s commitment to expand full- bre access to 1.5 million additional premises by the end of 2025 with a $2.4 billion equity investment over four years in the 2022-23 Federal Budget. e bene ts of a world-class bre broadband include faster upload and download speeds, and a more reliable connection. e bene ts are even more pronounced for larger households if many devices are used, as higher speeds means the whole family can be online at the same time.

With winter sports about to get up and running, now is the time to look for a local club to join.

Regional communities are set to bene t most from the Australian Government’s investment to expand full- bre National Broadband Network (NBN) access to a million more premises, with the majority of towns and suburbs eligible for upgrades outside our major cities.

Up to 58 per cent of premises included in the Albanese Government’s latest upgrade announcement are in regional areas currently served by the Liberals and Nationals outdated and unreliable copper network. In the electorate of Nicholls, the towns of Broadford, Cobram, Echuca, Kialla, Kyabram, and Yarrawonga will be eligible for full- bre upgrades.

Minister for Communications, the Hon Michelle Rowland MP said, “ e Albanese Government is determined to narrow the digital divide between our major cities, and regional communities.

“For too long, Australians living in regional centres and the bush have had to deal with slow speeds and drop outs because of inferior copper technology rolled out by the Liberals and Nationals.

“Our plan for a better NBN will see regional communities bene t the most from world-class, fullbre broadband, and comes in addition to our work to upgrade the Fixed Wireless network.

“We’re giving Australian families and small businesses in our regions access to the world-class broadband infrastructure they deserve”.

An upgrade will be available on-demand where an eligible household orders a higher speed plan than would currently be available to them over copper.

Jana Stewart, Senator for Victoria said, “I’m proud to be part of a Government that takes investment in regional communications seriously.

Saturday 25 March is the date chosen for the inaugural Art and Cra Show the residents of Kelvingrove Village in Nagambie have decided upon. Many of them are searching through their art and cra works, their crocheted, knitted or sewn items, wood work and paintings, quilts, dolls, models, collectables, curios and memorabilia for a display of them in their hall that a ernoon.

It will be open to the public from 1.30pm-4.30pm. $2 entry includes light a ernoon tea. Parking is available in the street outside the Village front gate at 127 High Street, Nagambie.

So if you would like to see an art and cra show which is unusual then mark your diaries now. e residents would love to show their community and families how proud they are of their achievements that they have created or collected during their lives. An invitation goes out to locals, district art and cra group members, resident’s families and friends to support their rst showcasing of their wonderful creations made with skill and love.

Local businesses have been asked to support this show as it is a small fundraiser for the Village’s Mother’s Day musical a ernoon tea dance on May 16. e ra e will be drawn on the art show a ernoon in the Village hall.

COMING UP en on Saturday, April 22th the residents want to conduct a Clearing or Garage sale on the Village lawns. 8am-2pm whereby the residents will have for sale unwanted items or treasures to someone else. en on Tuesday, May 16 they are planning a Mother’s Day a ernoon tea dance with entertainer Noel Pearson. e local Line dancers will be invited to join them and the Village People look forward to having a good time then too. ere are 1,600 registered providers of the vouchers across the state with applications closing on May 10. To be eligible, children must be aged 18 and under, a Victorian resident, named on a valid Commonwealth Health Care Card and named on a valid Medicare card.

Member for Euroa Annabelle Cleeland is encouraging families to apply for sporting vouchers.

“Household budgets are being stretched at the moment, with the cost of living skyrocketing,” Ms Cleeland said.

“We all know how expensive sport and recreation can be, but we certainly don’t want to see any

“We have so many incredible local sporting clubs in our region that are ready to welcome the next generation of athletes,” Ms Cleeland said.

“Being involved in sport plays a huge role in wellbeing and belonging. I encourage families to get involved at a local sporting club and enjoy the bene ts.

“ ese vouchers are available and ready to be used. Head down to your local club, apply for a sporting voucher and enjoy a winter sport.”

To apply for a voucher visit https://www.getactive. vic.gov.au/vouchers/apply-for-vouchers/

Nagambie Museum back in business

An old building should never be closed and empty for long. Nagambie Museum was for some five months, but on Sunday 26th February the rooms were full of smiling faces, laughter and chatter as the community enjoyed the refurbished interior of the 150 yearold building.

Fresh new paint and blinds, lit museum displays and new stories gives the whole space an upli anks to grants from the Shire of Strathbogie, the Bendigo Bank and the e 1950s feature gown in bright aqua was a talking point and many people knew the donor, Mrs Janet Goddard. Another elegantly dressed woman waits for the train, under the Nagambie station clock. A man stands in the original witness box waiting for the verdict, with his gladstone bag of loot alongside. ere was quite a buzz inside as visitors remembered how dim the old interior had become. Some had not visited since childhood. One was visiting from Queensland. e Perry and Parris names were mentioned frequently.

Government of Victoria through the Public Record O ce of Victoria.

In the courtyard was ' e Grannies Kitchen', with Faye

Hannam their usual hospitality air in the bush kitchen. Faye claims she is a 'living museum piece, made in Nagambie'. China cups and dainty cakes and a place in the shade made this a great gathering spot for catching up. e committee thanks all volunteers who made this possible and those who continue to support the Society through thick and thin.

Trish Seenan and Russell Turner oversaw the produce stall as usual, with great success. All due to Patty Moroney's labour of love with the cooking.

- Judy Macdonald