Funding for Avenel Cemetery Trust Maintenance

Avenel Cemetery Trust members became the proud owners of a new ride on mower thanks to a grant from Bendigo Bank Nagambie under their 2022 Nagambie Community Investment Program. The new addition of the new mower to the equipment owned by the Trust has made the job of keeping Avenel Cemetery neat and tidy easier for its volunteer members.

The new ride on mower, which features a rear discharge, means that members of the Trust are no longer cleaning grass clippings from graves and headstones after mowing. Avenel Cemetery Trust Secretary, Yvonne Sloper, said that it made the job of maintaining the Cemetery easier as their volunteer members could turn their attention to other tasks, rather than cleaning up after the mower. By keeping the grass short, volunteers aim to identify potential risks in an effort to keep the community safe.

“In the next five years, we also plan to start construction on a large-scale solar project, which will help us meet our goals to source all of our energy from renewable sources by 2025, and reach net zero emissions by 2035,” Dr Capewell said.

“We’ll also continue to build on the work we’re doing in creating more opportunities to use treated, recycled water in more spaces to help create a more sustainable water future – this was also a recommendation that came through strongly during our customer engagement.

“We’re really proud to have developed a plan that will leave our region in the best shape possible for future generations, and will also see us work with customers, local government and industry to make the region healthier and more prosperous.”

Every five years, GVW is required to develop a pricing submission, which sets out proposed prices, services and projects.

More information, including price details for 2023-24, will be available on GVW’s website this week.

Bendigo Bank Nagambie Branch Manager, Teri Johnson, said it is a pleasure to support a wholly volunteer group such as the Avenel Cemetery Trust. It is through the support of customers at Bendigo Bank Nagambie and Community Bank Heathcote & District that profits are able to be invested back into the community that supports them.

The Avenel community appreciates the efforts of the volunteers of Avenel Cemetery Trust who are maintaining the Cemetery for mourners and tourists, with the Cemetery playing host to the memorial of Red Kelly - Ned Kelly’s father. People wanting to join the Trust are invited to meet with members on the second Tuesday or the month at 7.30pm at the Avenel CFA Station.

Nagambie Seniors

The Line Dancers held a successful luncheon and dance session on Sunday, 2nd July at the hall. Around 40 members attended and enjoyed a lunch and plenty of music and dancing. Thanks to Antonia’s Kitchen for the lunch and all those who helped with the dishes and the usual clean up required. Many options were considered for the luncheon, but the popular decision was to have it at the hall, where there could be lots of dancing by all. Thanks Maureen for the extra time you devoted to this day and all those who helped organize the event.

‘flat’ or lacking motivation, then you can turn that around in an instant if you apply their formula. Here is one of the interview questions and Neale’s response.

1. Something to do.

2. Someone to love.

3. Something to look forward to.

= HAPPINESS

May I say that one’s interpretation of those three little things can vary greatly.

My daughter said she could not achieve what Neale was doing, so it seemed a bit pointless?

Not wanting to tell anyone how to suck eggs and not missing her point, I asked why the ‘something to do’ had to be so lofty?

Isn’t walking the kids to school with the dog or watching their concerts or sports, a worthy aim.

Providing a good healthy meal and sitting at the kitchen table, enjoying it and talking as a family, isn’t that as important as ‘splitting the atom’? Well I deserved the silly look I got then, however most of us are humble folk and the atom has already been split. My daughter is a bright person and got the point though, that the simple things can give great pleasure and satisfaction, which equals happiness.

‘Someone to love’ sounds straightforward and gives us a sense of belonging and fulfillment. Doesn’t have to be the partner, could be the cat. Hopefully the partner gets a guernsey too.

‘Something to look forward to’ was an interesting discussion, again perhaps aiming too high. The overseas trip could be a couple of years off, as could the marriage of a child, or birth of a grandchild. Why not a sporting event, a walk in the bush with a mate (or yourself to embrace nature), the next game of golf?

Simple stuff that can give you plenty of positive stuff at your fingertips, to look forward to. Anyhow, I encourage you to have a look at the interview and trust you take away and apply the wisdom. Keep smiling.

Contributed

Christmas in July list has been put up at the hall, if you would like to come along on Monday July 24th, please add your names or contact me to add you on, the numbers are limited to allow enough room for all to enjoy the day. Don’t miss out, the list is filling fast.

We have planned to hold our AGM on 11th August at 1pm. Please try to come along, it is an important day for members to have their say and nominate possible committee and executive. The nomination forms are available from the secretary, see below for email and phone number if you would like a form. Nominations close on 28th July, so please have them in by then.

Unfortunately, we will be postponing our trip to Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) & the M.O.V.E exhibition due to a very busy August schedule. Hopefully we can visit there next year.

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.

Movie Day is the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 1pm. Our next movie will be on 11th July, and screening, Fiddler on the Roof.

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.

I am happy to email any interested people who would like to receive the newsletter monthly. We also have collection points around town, at the Post Office, the Info Centre, and NLCH. Pick up a copy or email nagambieseniors@gmail.com to go on the list. Or phone Jill on 0419 567 580

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Church News

ANGLICAN: Christ Church Seymour services Sunday 9am. St John’s Nagambie services. 11am. St. Paul’s Avenel. 1st Saturday at 5pm and the 5th Sunday of the month 10am. POC Rev. R.Pennington. 0477 921 111.

CATHOLIC 150 YEARS: Save this date. St Malachy’s Catholic Church in Nagambie is to celebrate its 150th anniversary around November 19.Bishop, Most Reverend, Shane Mackinlay of the Catholic Diocese of Sandhurst in Bendigo will say Mass at 10am.This 10am Mass will replace the normal Sunday Masses for Nagambie and Avenel. To commemorate this anniversary Rhonda Robinson and Mel Arnold are writing the history of St.Malachy’s church and parish. They would love to hear from anyone who has information, photos and memorabilia they are willing to share. As the parish included St Mary’s Avenel and St Patrick’s Moorilim, they would love to hear from parishioners in Avenel who have knowledge of the original wooden church and its location in Avenel. To give details about the history of the above churches contact Rhonda Robinson 0400 546 560 or Mel Arnold 0400 610 455.Services. Nagambie St Malachy’s. Mondays 10.30am & Wednesday noon Rosary. 1st and 3rd Sundays

Nagambie Senior Citizen's Centre Inc.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Friday 11th August, 1:00pm

Items of Business:

To confirm minutes of previous AGM President's Report Financial Report 2022/2023 Election of Executive and Committee Members for the year 2023/2024

Nomination forms for the above positions are available by contacting the Secretary, and may be submitted in person to the Secretary, or by post to PO Box 246, Nagambie, 3608. Nominations close on Friday 28th July at 4:00 pm For further information, please contact the Secretary on 0419 567 580

Senior Citizen's Clubrooms, 358-360 High Street, Nagambie

9.00am Mass. 2nd, 4th & 5th Sundays 11.00am Word & Communion. W.Keenan. 0459 595 908. Avenel St Mary’s. Sundays 10.30am Rosary. 1st & 3rd Sundays 11am Mass 2nd & 4th & 5th Sundays 11.00am Word and Communion. G.Kenworthy. 0405 125 963. Parish priest Fr A.Hill. Euroa. 0439 033 029.

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: Nagambie St Andrew’s. 9am service 1st & 3rd Sunday and Seymour every 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month. W.Day. 0429 933 116.

UNITING: Seymour & Avenel Uniting Church. During winter combined service at 10am Avenel. POC Rev. J. Payne. 0408 176 754.

NAGAMBIE CONNECT FAITH COMMUNITY: (Uniting Church) 2nd & 4th Sundays, 9.30am, Nagambie Senior Citizens' Clubrooms. R.Close. 0402 286 277

POUR AND PRAYER AND FELLOWSHIP:

Most of the Connect group are away during August so they have arranged a swap with St Malachys who will lead the service on August 4th at St Malachys Nagambie Connect Faith will lead the service on October 6th at the tennis club rooms.

7 Helena Court Saturday 15th July, 8am - 1pm. Household items, furniture including antiques and bric a brac.