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The Whroovale Estate in Nagambie now boasts an updated open space. Residents were consulted to see what they would like, and 62 responses were received. They were overwhelmingly in support of a green open space with seating and children’s play equipment. I had a look at it recently and was also pleased to see a drinking fountain for both two legged and four legged creatures. Entry is via Kheminda Crescent or Jean Claude Avenue.

Officers are working with Goulburn Valley Regional Library Corporation to identify possible relocation sites for Nagambie library, whether it be for the short, medium or long term. A structural assessment is currently underway on the existing building, and it is hoped a report will be available this week. In the meantime, the Nagambie library will remain closed, and the mobile library is servicing the township.

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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: Save this date. Sunday, 19 November is the date for the celebration of St Malachy’s 150th anniversary. Services. 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. 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.

Two Dear Ladies Mary And Anne Farewelled At Avenel

By Diane Grant

Two funerals were held at Avenel recently, just three days apart for two dear ladies, Mary Vearing and Anne Burns who both passed away on the same day.

These two ladies were well known, loved and respected women by the Avenel and Nagambie and wider communities.

It is not often one community loses two people in such a short time so close together. The grief shared by their families is felt twofold by all those who knew the two dear women and their families.

The first dear lady who went to God was Mary Vearing (nee Spencer) who had passed away on 26th May aged nearly 88. Her funeral was held from St Paul’s Anglican Church on Friday 2nd June.

The second lady was Anne Burns (nee Morrison) who passed away on 26th May aged nearly 82. Her funeral was held in drenching rain on Tuesday 6th June from St Mary’s Catholic Church in Avenel. Following their funeral ceremonies in church both ladies were laid to rest at the Avenel cemetery.

These two ladies for many decades lived very close to each other in Avenel. Mary in Anderson Street and Anne on the corner of Jones and Clifton Streets, Avenel.

They raised their children in Avenel and the close-knit community of Avenel turned out in force for both of their funerals to show their last respects for their families and friends and to share in the many memories each woman had experienced with them.

Mary and Anne were also linked by their mother and mother-in law respectively; Mag Spencer and Mona Burns, who were neighbours and lifelong friends.

MARY VEARING

Mary Patricia Spencer was born on 9th July 1935 and lived in Avenel with her parents and siblings. She was well liked by the small community all her life.

Mary married John Vearing and they raised five children together; Olwyn, Neville, Leanne, Trevor and Kathryn. John and Mary were both well known for their musical talents and many people remember them playing for old time dances around the district for over 50 years...

Mary was only too willing to help anyone out when needed. She was the Avenel memorial halls booking lady for many years, and was well known for her community work and taking her family to their many sporting activities.

Mary was an active member of the Avenel community and who enjoyed her later years at Karingal in Seymour. Mary kept in touch with her family and friends with regular weekend and holiday stays with family.

Mary Vearings eulogy was read by grandson Zac Vearing, who told of many happy times Mary and John shared with their family and community.

A short photo presentation was shown of some of the highlights of Mary’s life. Hymns, readings and prayers were shared amongst the family with the congregation showing their support throughout the ceremony.

Mary and John’s children along with their extended families of partners and grandchildren thanked everyone for attending Mary’s funeral in memory of their beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

ANNE BURNS with council. A Playground and Open Space Strategy is being prepared to provide strategic direction on the future provision and upgrade of playgrounds and open spaces across Strathbogie Shire over the next 10 years.

Rosemary Anne Morrison was born on 18th July 1941. She and her siblings were brought up in Longwood by their parents. Anne went to high school at Euroa.

Anne trained as a nurse in Wangaratta and worked at the Nagambie Bush Nursing Hospital.

She met John Burns and they married in the 1960’s and were blessed with six children; Julieanne, Kathryn, Jennine, Andrea, John and Luellen. They moved into their Avenel home after living in Nagambie for a short time.

Anne’s eulogy was given at the church by her son John with readings by family members and prayers and the Homily were given by St Mary’s parish priest Father Tony Hill.

John in his tribute spoke of Anne’s love for her family, her Tidy Towns efforts, her work, her travel and driving exploits, playing golf and lady golfers from Avenel and Nagambie came to honour her at her funeral.

He painted a picture of Anne’s life time of experiences for mourners to share the memories of Anne during the ceremony and after the funeral together. Anne moved to Nagambie about six years ago and made new friends there and she kept her friendships going with her Avenel mates.

Anne and John’s six children and partners, grand children and great grandchildren were present at her funeral. Some family members coming from interstate to farewell their beloved Mother, Gran or Great Gran. They were very thankful to all who attended their beloved Anne’s funeral.

This is just a short tribute for two dear ladies who will be sadly missed by many district folk. But the memories they leave behind will be a legacy for those who cared for them, for many years to come.

Our sympathy goes out to the Vearing and Burns families and the friends, colleagues and members of the community who were dear to them both.

The strategy’s scope is limited to all public, freely accessible open spaces including recreation reserves, passive open space/natural reserve, wetlands, community use space, green spaces, lookouts/attractions, trails and walks and playgrounds that are open for public uses in the Council-owned lands. The strategy also incorporates areas such as off-leash dog areas. My shout out this week goes to the Nagambie Bowls Club. For the second year running it is holding a casual winner take all bowls competition over the winter months. Five dollars gets you started, and you don’t need to be an experienced bowler and age is no barrier. The youngest competitor is aged 18. The oldest? Sorry, can’t say! Every Saturday from midday at the bowls club.

Until next issue, stay safe, Reg

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: Over this winter, Seymour and Avenel Uniting Churches are holding a Combined Service each Sunday at 10.00am at our Avenel building on Queen Street. All welcome. If you require transport from Seymour, please contact the Church Office on 5799 1771. 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

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