Vika and Linda to headline Seymour flood recovery

Mitchell Shire Council has welcomed the announcement that Australian music icons Vika and Linda will headline a flood recovery concert in Seymour later this month, an event that will provide a much-needed boost to the flood-affected community.

Vika and Linda will perform at the Prince of Wales Hotel in Seymour, accompanied by Wallan-based country rock singer-songwriter Kaitlyn Thomas.

The initiative is part of the State Government's $1 million Live Music for Flood Recovery Program aimed at attracting visitors to Victorian communities hit hard by the October 2022 flood. Along with the Seymour concert, a series of music events will also take place in Tallarook as well as Mooroopna, Euroa, and Rochester.

Mitchell Shire Mayor Fiona Stevens shared her enthusiasm for the event, which she said highlights the State Government’s commitment to supporting communities through flood recovery.

“The Vika and Linda concert represents an important opportunity for our community to come together and enjoy a positive event,” she said.

Everyone is welcome and we look forward to seeing you there.”

Tickets for the concert can be reserved at: https:// www.eventbrite.com.au/e/vika-andlinda-supported-by-kaitlyn-thomas-live-at-the-powtickets-632611346567

Counciller Update Reg Dickinson

In a recent edition of the RACV magazine, Nagambie was rated as one of the top nine destinations within easy reach of Melbourne, for day trippers. It specifically mentioned its scenic beauty, water sports (fishing, boating and swimming), the brewery and wineries. Box Grove Vineyard, Mitchelton and Tahbilk cellar doors all got a plug.

A temporary weight limit has been put in place for Weir/ Reedy Road, Kirwans Bridge. Vehicles weighing more than five tonnes will no longer be permitted to use this road, effective from May 8 until September 2023. This is to help protect the road over the wetter winter months. Scheduled roadworks to upgrade the road will commence in September.

Volunteers in our shire are being recognised this week and to celebrate they have been invited on a free guided tour of the Shepparton Art Museum, which occurs today, Wednesday, May 17. For those who cannot make the SAM tour, movies at the Euroa Community Cinema are also free for this weekend and next. Visit www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au to see what’s showing. Volunteers help make up the fabric of our society and it is fitting they be given due recognition and appreciation for the work they do.

The 2023/24 draft budget has been endorsed by councillors and it is now up to the community to provide its feedback. There is a proposed 3% increase which is .5% lower than the recommended rate cap, set by the State Government. You can share your thoughts, feedback or advice on the draft budget and prioritise the community’s Pitch My Project applications at www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au

A big shout out this week to John Sanderson who celebrated his 95th birthday with family. His business “John Sanderson Machinery” is still going today and is run by his son Damian. That’s it for this issue so until next time, stay safe. Reg