As emergency warnings spread through the region on October 13th we wondered what would happen. Nervously we watched water levels rise from the Goulburn River and its tributaries, and then we witnessed the destruction it left behind. The beautiful Goulburn River that gives our communities so much joy unleashed its power and force, not seen since 1974.
Young readers in northern Victoria are set to benefit from close to $22,000 in funding for local libraries from the Andrews Labor Government’s 2022-23 Premiers’ Reading Challenge Book Fund.
Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes announced the funding which will enable libraries to purchase books on the suggested reading list for the 2023 Premiers’ Reading Challenge.
The councils receiving funding for their local libraries are:
Mitchell Shire Council $9,647
Murrindindi Shire Council $6,255
Strathbogie Shire Council $5,837
Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes said, “I’m excited this funding will help the local libraries in the
area purchase even more books for young readers to enjoy so they can develop a lifelong love of reading.”
Each year, the Premiers’ Reading Challenge encourages children and young people across Victoria to read a set number of books, with a published list containing a range of books suited to different reading levels.
Public libraries play an important role during the Challenge, with many young readers visiting their local library to access the books included on the list.
The Government’s support will help libraries to purchase the books listed, allowing them to grow their collections for young people to enjoy now and into the future.
Minister for Local Government Melissa Horne said, “Visiting the library and reading books are favourite childhood memories for many Victorians. I’m proud that we can support public libraries so that no child misses out on the Premiers’ Reading Challenge – or the joy of books.”
“The Premiers’ Reading Challenge Book Fund builds on the Victorian Government's strong commitment to local libraries and communities.”
Since the Premiers’ Reading Challenge first began in 2005, it has helped teachers and parents inspire more than 3.5 million young Victorians to read more than 54 million books.
Victoria’s public libraries make a real difference to individuals and communities across the state – more than two million members borrow more than 30 million books each year.
Since 2014, the Government has invested more than $47.1 million dollars into 120 library infrastructure projects, allowing a combined total investment with local councils of $345.8 million.
The Premiers’ Reading Challenge Book Fund allocations are provided to local councils, regional library corporations, My Community Library (Myli) and Vision Australia.
For more information on the Government’s support for libraries including the Premiers’ Reading Challenge Book Fund, visit localgovernment.vic.gov.au/fundingprograms/public-library-funding.
Mr. Palmer is also a life member of the Wirrate CFA and was disappointed by the loss of the brigade’s tanker and new light vehicle in the floods.
“We are a small brigade and we worked hard to have those vehicles to protect our communities.
The historic Goulburn Weir experienced increased visitation as hundreds came to see all gates open and water powering downstream. The sign post marking the height of the 1974 floods was not visible when the river peaked.
The immediate impacts of the current flooding event in the Avenel, Seymour and Nagambie region include damage to property, both residential and commercial, destruction of crops, loss of livestock, and deterioration of communication links and infrastructure such as roads and bridges that are damaged and disrupted. Some residents were forced to leave their homes and have since returned to assess the damage.
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We are seeing acts of kindness and generosity as the community come together to assist and support each other with the BIG clean up. We have seen waterlogged furniture, office supplies and carpets piled high outside homes and businesses in our region this past week. It’s a clean-up that wouldn’t be possible without assistance from the hundreds of community volunteers that have stepped up to offer a helping hand.
There is an incredible amount of property, paperwork, and sensitive items of life stories, and then there are all the simple supplies that you take for granted – chairs, tables, carpets and underlays, it all needs to go and it all needs to be disposed of.
The tourism offerings of this region have experienced substantial damage to their property and some to their infrastructure but they all have one thing in common, they are intent on making it through.
The Nagambie Lakes Discovery Park has significant damage to all sites including cabins owned by permanents. The site is currently being assessed and permanent patrons have returned to commence the clean-up.
The cellars of Mitchelton Wines resembled that of the historic 1974 floods when the river made its way in. On this occasion the water rose to a higherlevel causing loss of stock and flooding of the Aboriginal Art Gallery.
Mitchelton Wines is already in recovery mode and look forward to opening again very soon.
Minister for Emergency Services Jaclyn Symes visited the Nagambie and Avenel region on Tuesday October 18th to see firsthand the devastation left by the floods.
Strathbogie Shire Mayor, Laura Binks, CEO Julie Salomon, Member for Euroa Steph Ryan, Member for Nicholls Sam Birrell and Nagambie Lake Ward councillors visited the flood impacted locations on Friday afternoon to see how they can best support the recovery efforts to the region.
Tahbilk Winery staff were all hands-on deck cleaning up after the flooding and had already opened their venue to visitors as of late last week.
“We can say with certainty that the founders of Tahbilk knew where to build, selecting the highest ground in the property. The historic buildings of Tahbilk have survived many a flood and these 2022 ones are no different,” said Bruce Minchinton from Tahbilk Winery.
“The buildings did not suffer any inundation, but the old vineyards were flooded; some vines being completely submerged. A week on from the height of the floods some vineyards are still flooded although the vine canopies are out of the water, albeit covered in silt and mud.
“Grape vines are very resilient and they will survive, but only time will tell what will happen with the 2023 crop.
The winery was closed to the public for a few days as both Oneils Rd and Nook Rd entrances were flooded. O’neils Rd remains closed, but the Northern entrance (Nook Rd) is open. The Cellar Door Tasting and Sales room reopened on Wednesday 19th and the Wetlands View Restaurant re-opened on Saturday 22nd.
“There is a massive clean up job ahead, but we consider ourselves lucky as
Yulong's Sam Fairgray had described the situation as 'dire', but the quick actions of staff and the community helped stop a significant loss of life.
"Yulong Stud would like to thank the incredible local Nagambie, Seymour and surrounding communities and the thoroughbred industry network for their selfless help and support during the devastating floods today," Yulong Stud announced on social media.
"After a very challenging 24 hours, we can now report that the staff, horses and livestock are safe and have been transported to higher ground.
"Sadly, two foals died in the flooding, however this number may have been much higher without the prompt and courageous action from countless businesses and individuals.
"From trucks and boats to sandwiches to fuel everyone, the quick response and kind actions by so many in the local community has been incredible.
"We are thankful to be involved in such a generous industry that rallies together in times of need."
In Avenel, the Hughes Creek broke its banks spreading into Scobie Street flooding nearby houses and turning Aerodrome Road into a river. John Thomson and Anne Douglas lead the volunteers who rallied to assist the families inundated by floodwaters. The group removed furniture and flood damaged items from the houses before helping with the clean up of mud and sludge through the properties.
Jenny Wheeler was lucky to be alive when a large gum tree fell on her car in Livingstone Street Avenel. The water level in Hughes Creek reached the top of the arches on the historic crossing and roared through Stewart Park making its way to meet the Goulburn River. A second tree toppled over the new bridge causing damage to the railing. Fortunately the tree didn’t fall onto the stone bridge.
As the water receded in Stewart Park a mass of sand had been dumped by the fury of the water and Avenel had its very own inland beach of beautiful white sand. This sandy beach became a popular location for filling sandbags with residents seizing the opportunity over the next few days.
Through the weekend of chaos, a glimmer of hope shone through. A couple had planned a wedding at Mitchelton Wines but due to the flood waters an alternative was needed. The bride and groom were married in front of the Black Caviar Statue with the mighty mare sporting a beautiful garland of flowers draped around her neck. The groom was interviewed on 3AW and mentioned that all he ever wanted was to be married in front of Black Caviar, so on this occasion he certainly got what he wished for.
The cost of the 2022 floods is unknown but will no doubt exceed historical records with the damage to local government, public and private property excessive. To survive the pandemic’s waves and now to be hit by the destruction of this flood event, it’s not about the coming back, it’s more about the surviving after.
Lifelong resident and farmer from Tabilk, Mr Vincent Palmer said, “This is by far the worst flooding event I have experienced in the region, it’s just terrible.little over a week has passed since the initial flooding event and we continue to experience disruption to industry and business that will no doubt cause long-term impacts to our tourism offering, the economy and the daily lives of those living in regional Victoria. many neighbours suffered damage greater than did Tahbilk, our thoughts are with those people,” finished Bruce. Early on the morning of Friday October 14, Yulong Stud sent out an urgent call asking for boats, floats and other equipment as they looked to move their livestock to higher ground. Images shared on social media showed horses neck-high in water and handlers fought to get them to safety by either walking them out of the water or boating them out.
Well, I don’t know if you are superstitious, but Thursday the 13th of October 2022, will be a day the Community will remember for some time. The BOM was spot on for once, with constant, heavy rain falls. If you were out in your gumboots and waterproofs, with a broom or a shovel, then you weren’t “Robinson Crusoe''. Looking at the news-feed footage the morning after, it appears that Nagambie got off fairly lightly. Main ‘drags’ in Seymour and Heathcote, fully submerged! Still, it is all relative. My early morning drive saw two neighbours getting intimate with the drains, down on hands and knees, dragging out the muck, to get a flow. “No where for it to go”, was the prognosis, with the open drains on each side of the road, spilling into front yards. The holiday house next door was about to go under and the SES was notified. The word was out that sandbags were available at the Council depot, at the industrial estate. Two of us set out and found unusually high activity at the depot, with pallets of sandbags at the ready. They were being moved to the Stock Feed and Equine business in high street, to provide a better and more central pick up location.
Whilst at the depot, the SES turned up. They had been hard at it since the early hours. I noticed the name tag, ‘Lloyd, Euroa’. Further inquiry revealed that Nagambie had no dedicated SES and relied on out of town support. Lloyd told me they were basing themselves at the CFA and were getting through the calls for assistance. I passed on the info regarding our sinking holiday house. It was next on their list to attend. I felt easier having spoken to the SES, they appeared ‘calm’ and organised, good to know. At home we sandbagged the neighbours front and back doorways. There is apparently an ‘art’ to sandbag placement and a quick look at the SES website gave us some good tips. On the next sandbag run, it appeared the CFA were having their own water issues, with the fore-court being pumped out. Where does that water go? Anyway, you have to protect the ‘Nerve Centre’ of the operation. The Stock Feed, Equine Store was doing a steady trade (in sand bags) when I joined the queue. Community spirit was high and we all pitched in to help load the vehicles and trailers. CFA were supervising at this point. The bags weren’t getting any lighter, they weighed a tonne! No need for a gym workout today. The short trip home saw continuing steady rain and ever expanding gutters, with the side roads adjacent to High Street, slowly disappearing. Now the best advice probably, was to stay off the roads and manage the water levels at home. But the better half was curious and requested a tour of the district. The Weir was well-up. Normally a thirty or forty metre drop to water level, it was up over the gate-release openings and really going hard. Kirwans Bridge was next on the list and doubt arose about it being crossable? Hardly an issue, plenty of clearance, but I stuck to below the 20k speed limit. Reedy Road out the other side was a challenge, water on, or covering most of the road, back into town. The drive back saw the service roads threatening High Street, with rain still steady. The neighbour, who has Iived here for 35 years, reckons it’s the highest he’s seen it. Friends out on Wattlevale Road, had the burst river claim about 200 acres of paddocks. The river came up 300 metres to their levy bank, within 20 metres of the house.
Written by Dave AndrewsWell the call ‘to alms’ at Yulong Stud, saw the Community boaties come out in force. Boat after boat backed into the once roadway, that now was an in-land lake. 100 thoroughbreds needed to be brought to solid ground. Four of the mares broke away and were swimming towards their once home paddock. The tinnies managed to steer them back to the high ground, but one was determined to make a break for what it knew as home. Two tinnies and their crew were having a ‘hell’ of a time with the rescue and I saw the horse go under several times. From the safety of shore, it was hard to watch, as this panicked horse fought for its life. I don’t know what was going through the rescuers minds, but dread overcame us on shore, as we watched the calamity. Several times we held our breath, as the mare went under. One attempt for her to get air, saw a tinnie fly up, looked like whale watching gone wrong.
The long and short of it, the crews got her to higher ground, where Yulong Stud ground crew took over. The horse looked remarkably good after the ordeal. The heavy soaked blanket she had on, wouldn’t have helped. What a relief and you could see spirits lift, the adrenaline was pumping. OK, no resting on their laurels, the tinnies and staff were onto the next one. Yulong CEO, Sam Fairgray was directing proceedings, and looked to have things as under control as possible. A cool-head in tense times. Emotions were high, as people love their horses and no one likes to see animals in distress. Thank you to the twenty-odd boaties that answered the call and it was comforting to have the staff at Yulong, with their horse knowledge, front and centre. Big couple of days, but satisfying, knowing you have helped out.
This is just one of the many stories going about Nagambie and district. Elloura residents had a shopping spree, with boats, kayaks, bins, fridges, esky etc etc, landing on their foreshore, which was well up over the walking path.
Now for the cleanup, stay positive, cheers.
Written by Dave AndrewsNot many of us can say we have previously lived through anything like this, took us all by surprise, I suggest. Having said that, the BIG PLUS has to be the way the community has responded to the various ‘call-outs’ for help. It started Friday in Park Street, where the drain system was over whelmed. The water found the low point around one house in particular. The residents of 15 years had never seen anything like it and were in fear of losing their home. The water was perilously close to both rear and front doors, forget the yard and garden, that were well and truly below the water level. The assistance from the “under the pump” Emergency Services, wasn’t
coming as fast as the rising water, so neighbours put out the call for sandbags on the Community Facebook page. And call they did! As fast as they could fill the sand bags at the Sports Reserve, complete strangers ferried them around to Park Street. A wall was built around the house, protecting the building and giving the owners great relief. The couple were beyond grateful that their community had saved them, “It was just unbelievable, that complete strangers helped us save our home, it is sooo heartwarming.” The Euroa SES attended during the ‘build’ and assisted with the construction. Lloyd was there again, hope he gets some well-earned sleep soon.
With Park Street secured, it was off to the Community meeting at the Mechanics Hall. Elizabeth Brannigan had organised the meet, to pass on recovery information and organise clean-up crews. Sixty to seventy citizens attended and offered various levels of support. Also ideas
were sort for the best way to go about it. 9am was the designated hour, meeting at Black Caviar for the foreshore clean. Bring your utes and trailer, rakes and gloves.
Seventeen enthusiastic towns folk arrived ready to get stuck-in, and get stuck-in they did. The caravan park wheelie bins, which had made their way to the town foreshore, proved very handy and were emptied of water and filled with rubbish. Up the slope and into waiting trailers, for a tip run. Rosie and Ian Metherall provided a mighty skip trailer, that took a lot of the debris and other trailers took the leftovers. The foreshore resembled the bowls club after the clean, a job well done. The boardwalk was just a memory, up to the top of the marker posts. The crew hadn’t finished yet and moved south around the bowl to liberate tool boxes, benches and alike. Wednesday saw us at a Young Street address continuing the clean.
The ‘official’ Shire meeting was at the Mechanics Hall at 5:30pm. The Council CEO, Julie Salomon, MC’d proceedings and various Emergency Services personnel gave us an insight to what lay ahead. Small groups were then formed and the professionals spread out and addressed concerns. Plenty of ideas were gathered from the community and will be part of the rebuild debrief.
We now await the weekend's rain events, which thankfully appear to be spread over several days and not ‘dumped’ upon us. Resilience abounds and the community is ready, willing and able to see-off whatever comes. Good to know.
Written by Dave Andrews
We’re seeking input from our community about the type and location of public art in our townships.
The call for feedback follows the adoption of Council’s Public Art Policy. The policy provides a clear and transparent process for assessing and making decisions about the design, placement, and preservation of art in public spaces in our Shire.
We adopted the new policy following significant calls came from the community for more public art and a 2022/23 Budget allocation of $20,000 through the Pitch My Project initiative for public art in Euroa.
We love and understand our community’s passion for public art. Placed in public sites, this art is there for everyone, a form of collective community expression.
To have your say by visiting www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au
Residents across Strathbogie Shire are encouraged to nominate deserving people for next year’s Australia Day Awards. Nominations are now open and close at 5pm on Friday 28 October, 2022.
Nominations can be lodged with the Events Team at Strathbogie Shire Council by emailing info@strathbogie.vic.gov.au, calling into 109A Binney Street Euroa or via post at P.O. Box 177, Euroa, VIC, 3666.
We’re urging people to take care driving on our rural roads which have been significantly impacted by flood.
We know poor road conditions are frustrating for our community and we are working as hard as we can, but there is no quick fix. Flooding has damaged our roads so badly we must look at repairs that are above and beyond our normal maintenance programs.
We have already started advocating to State and Federal governments for funding.
If you would like to report an issue, please visit our website at www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au
We are constantly updating our website with updates on impacts to Council Services. Please go to www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au
Our kerbside collections and transfers stations are operating as usual and we will continue to waive fees at transfer stations for flood affected waste.
We’re also organising for removal teams to come to our region to help with the job of removing waste from flood-affected properties. This service will be delivered free of charge to locals in partnership with Emergency
Recovery Victoria and the Victorian Government. Contractors will remove floodaffected waste from properties.
We don’t have a timeline for this service as yet, we need your information to send them to the right homes and businesses. Visit our website to register www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au
The Victorian Government has announced payments of up to $1,960 per eligible family, including $560 per adult and $280 per child, are available through a one-off payment to help meet immediate needs including food, shelter, clothing, and medication. You can apply online at https://emergencypayments. dffh.vic.gov.au
The Federal Government has also announced financial help is available through Services Australia for people impacted by flooding. Learn more and apply at: https://www. servicesaustralia.gov.au/natural-disaster
If your house or business was affected by the recent floods, we ask you to register with Council for assistance from our Flood Recovery Team.
Visit our website to complete the form. Or phone our Customer Service team on 1800 965 993 to register your property or business. A Council staff member will be in touch to discuss the next steps following your registration.
A flood recovery hotline has been initiated for Victorian impacted by floods. The hotline 1800 560 760 can help with:
• Navigating available support
• Mental health and wellbeing support
The hotline is open from 7.30am to 7.30pm every day.
Council has received an application for the subdivision of land at 3 Saleyard Rd, Avenel, into 99 lots ranging in size from 693 to 1450 square metres. This application (P2022-098) includes native vegetation removal. If you would like more information please contact the Planning Team at Council on 1800 965 993.
We’re looking for talented people to work with us.
• Manager People & Culture. Full Time, Senior Executive Officer Contract. Position includes full private use of vehicle. Applications close 9am, November 2, 2022
Visit www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au for further details and instructions on how to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and a Child Safe organisation. We value diversity in our workplace and will consider flexible working arrangements.
Meanwhile, back in Seymour, the plan for the community to band together for the big clean up was already underway. Co-ordinated by the Seymour Football Netball Club utilising their social media platform to activate the callout.
Lyndel O’Sullivan played an integral role in the coordination of the clean up making hundreds of calls to ensure the task at hand ran as smoothly as possible.
The club posted on Facebook, “We are overwhelmed by the response of our community during what has been an anxious and unpredictable time.
“With many of our friends and families, as well as our major sponsors impacted, we know players and members are keen to get in and help with the clean up.
“Given the situation is still evolving and there is still a lot of water flowing through town it may take a day or two for the clean up to begin at some places - including at our clubrooms.
In the coming days, teams of volunteers, contractors, tradies and community members would come together to carry out the ‘textbook’ clean up. Volunteers came strong and fast and the clean up was delivered.
Seymour resident and builder, Gerard O’Sullivan said, “More than 200 volunteers came together to get the job done which was a terrific community effort.
“The Seymour Football Netball Club was the initial point of contact but what we achieved in 4 days would not have been possible without the generosity of our local businesses and their equipment.
More than 160 truck loads of flood damaged items including household and business goods were taken to the rubbish tip for disposal.
“Our local businesses volunteered their time and their equipment which included trucks, and heavy machinery. That was the key to be able to get the clean up completed so quickly. What ‘the crew’ got done in 4 days was incredible.
“It was important to us to remove the rubbish from the streets as quickly as possible to try and boost the spirits of the community.
“We were well supported by emergency services ensuring
we were able to get to where we needed to be without being questioned everytime we entered an area that had restricted access and the CEO of Mitchell Shire, Brett Luxford made sure our trucks had access to the tip extending the opening hours.
The following businesses are to be applauded for the massive effort required in the Big Clean Up of Seymour. These businesses volunteered their time and machinery from Sunday through to Thursday in what can only be called a sterling effort.
• Bunnings
• Pro Turf Scapes
• Tenex Rail
• Maeco Builders
• Cox Solid Civil
• Seymour Football Netball Club
• Ajay Builders
• D&M Contracting
• AT&E
• Broadford Bins
• Craig Sherwood Building
• Kelly Country Homes
• Welsh Industries Landscape and Construction
• IGA
• G&S O’Sullivan Builders
• The CFA
• Marcus McLean Electrical
• MC Cabinets
• Brave Goose Wines
• Gnarley Neighbours
• Barraca Lane
• Lubeck Plumbing
• RJT Excavations
• Inari Sushi
• Littles Stones Cafe
The Victorian Government is delivering Free Kinder from 2023. And that means thousands of new jobs across the state.
Learn more at vic.gov.au/kinder
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This is one that will impress! This immaculate family home is located just a short walk to local schools and the heart of Nagambie. With family front of mind, this home was cleverly designed with an expansive entrance, 3 huge living areas, 3 bedrooms each with built in robes. The spacious master bedroom features a wide entrance with double doors, his and her walk in robes and a pristine ensuite. Flowing from the grand entrance to the heart of the home is timber look floating floor. The kitchen has a large island bench overlooking the lounge, dining and outdoor area, there is ample storage with a generous walk in pantry, electric oven and gas cooktop. The home has ducted heating and cooling, 16 solar panels and eaves surrounding the house to keep it cool during the warm summer days.
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Victorian Government adds $1,000,000 to overall tally in record-breaking Drive.
Daniher's Drive returned to Melbourne on Sunday after three days on the road and revealed a recordbreaking tally of nearly $3 million raised for FightMND. Daniher’s Drive has now fundraised more than $15 million since the first event in 2015.
All funds raised through Daniher’s Drive will be invested in MND research to find a cure to 'beat the beast', and care initiatives to improve the lives of those living with the insidious disease.
Over 300 participants in more than 80 cars traversed Gippsland on an amended route, making the best of the atrocious Victorian weather, and raising awareness and funds for FightMND.
FightMND Co-founder and patron Neale Daniher AO was at the MCG today to be a part of the 2022 tally announcement, appreciative of the ongoing support from all stakeholders, sponsors, participants and government.
FightMND Chairman Mike Schneider: An enormous thank you to Minister Pulford, Premier Daniel Andrews and to the Victorian State Government for this incredibly generous donation which takes us to more than $16 million
We are hoping to reach all our members and those interested people in the community about the activities provided by the Seniors Club through this wonderful newspaper. This is where you will get a roundup of details that are not getting to everyone from our monthly newsletter.
Queens4Queens 2022 - 15th Oct - 15 Nov 2022
Queens4Queens is running its yearly drive " 30 bags in 30 days to gather necessities for those in our community in need. Over the last 7 years Queens4Queens has donated well over 350 "Queen Bags" to people in crisis in the local area via Salvo Care and Beyond Housing.
In 2021 through the local communities generosity and kindness we were able to donate over 75 bags to Salvo Care.
Queens4Queens is a community run campaign run out of Nagambie since 2016. It, as all good ideas do, started as idle conversation between a group of like-minded ladies who played social netball together. Inspired by the National “Share the Dignity” initiative they wanted to create
raised since the Drive first began in 2015.
FightMND are proudly funding world-leading research and supporting those scientists who are leading the charge in finding treatments and a cure so that no-one is diagnosed with this insidious disease.
Neale's ability to garner community support is amazing along with his tenacity - and it's now up to us and the community to take on that fight.
And just remember, every time you hear Mr Brightside, that Neale will be busting a move somewhere.
Minister for Innovation, Medical Research - Jaala Pulford:
On behalf of the government, I would like to announce that we will be contributing $1million to that tally.
We are committed to investing in the health and wellbeing of people in the Victorian community and medical research community, FightMND and the work of the Daniher family and supporters in raising awareness and funds for a cause that has inspired many across the community.
It is an extraordinarily generous thing to take ones own personally challenging circumstances and turn that around for massive community benefit.
something that would assist their local community directly. Originally each member in the team decided to donate a handbag full of toiletries and personal items but soon the idea took on a life of its own and Queens4Queens was born. To date Queens4Queens has donated well over 300 ‘Queen Bags’ full of toiletries and personal items to men, women and children of the Strathbogie and Mitchell Shires.
Queens4Queens is now onto its 7th campaign and again is looking for donations of toiletries and other personal items suitable for donation. Generally focusing on women and children we haven't forgotten the men with a number of bags designed especially for them. An example of items can be found on the Queens4Queens Facebook page and could include soaps, shampoo, toothpaste, sanitary items etcetera. For the kiddie’s sunscreen, toothbrushes and kiddie friendly shampoo and toothpaste is a great start. Every donation does count and goes straight back to someone in need in our own community.
The Queens bags are recyclable and made with love with the assistance of Boomerang Bags Nagambie. This year as well as toiletries the Queens bags will include disposable masks. If you would like to help or donate, we recommend starting at home and checking your bathroom cupboard for unused toiletry treasures or of course
FightMND Campaigns Director Bec Daniher:
We are blown away with the generosity of the Victorian government and we are so thankful that they are continuing to support us in the fight against the Beast.
The energy Dad brings is awe-inspiring. We always have so much fun on the Daniher'sDrive – it’s that real spirit that we love so much.
Mr Brightside is the Daniher's anthem - if you want to get a dance floor full of Danihers, then just play that and you will get a stampede.
We planned this route way back after the bushfires and we felt that it was our responsibility to stay that course and support those communities that have been doing it tough.
It was disappointing that we couldn't get to Victoria’s North East but we know they are resilient and we will be back. Play on, as Dad says.
• FightMND exists to champion hope and lead the fight against the Beast that is Motor Neurone Disease (MND).
• Founded in 2014 by Neale Daniher AO, Pat Cunningham and the late Dr Ian Davis,
you can alternatively pop something extra into the trolley next time you are at the shops.
Drop off point this year is again the Nagambie Community House or outside the front of unit 4/9 Vale Street Nagambie. Look for the Queens container on the verandah.
Any queries, questions or you'd like to be involved either sewing or with the pick and packing call or msg Shan 0488887426
FightMND has since grown into one of the world’s largest independent funders of MND research.
• FightMND is driven by a singular and urgent purpose – a world free of MND and we achieve this by:
• Funding cutting-edge MND research within Australia and globally to fast-track discoveries of potential new treatments and ultimately find a cure.
• Funding vital care equipment for people living with MND so that they can maintain their independence, and dignity and have an improved quality of life.
• Raising awareness and pushing MND into the spotlight.
• Through campaigns such as the Big Freeze, Daniher’s Drive, 27 Challenge, Sockit2MND, community fundraising and general donations, FightMND raises awareness and funds to invest in the fight against MND.
The Victorian Government is helping floodaffected communities clean up and recover by removing charges to dispose of flood waste.
The waste levy for flood waste will be completely waived, and landfill operator gate fees covered, in flood-affected local government areas until the end of the year – ensuring all flood waste can be disposed of at landfill free of charge.
In collaboration with councils and the waste industry, the Government will work to ensure that all impacted communities have access to a facility or site to dispose of their waste quickly and safely.
The waste levy for flood waste and the gate fee usually charged by the site operator will be waived for the Strathbogie Shire areas until 31 December:
Other LGAs impacted by floods will be added to the list as required, ensuring affected communities can undertake clean up and recovery activities without paying for the disposal of their waste. The rebates will make sure all flood waste can be disposed of at landfill free of charge, with the waste levy usually between $62.95 per tonne and $125.90 per tonne, depending on the type of waste and the location of the landfill.
The Environment Protection Authority will work with councils and landfill operators to implement the waste levy waiver. It is projected that 300,000 tonnes of waste will be sent to landfill as a result of the October 2022 floods.
sour turbo tubes. And if you think the names sound fabulous, they taste as good as they sound! It’s a fun environment and customers will really enjoy coming in and being greeted by happy smiling faces.
So Nagambie and the region now have a little more to boast about. We will soon be known for not just our epic sunsets, our lakeside township, our worldclass wineries, our close proximity to Melbourne, our dining experiences, our retail outlets, our overnight stays and our adventure activities.
The Community Voice caught up with Amanda a few months ago to see what she had planned for the High Street location and last week she swung open the doors of Nagambie’s newest and sweetest shop, Amanda Lou’s Sweets and Treats.
Dedicated to the memory of Amanda’s Nan who passed away 15 years ago, ‘Amanda Lou’s Sweets and Treats’ will pay homage to those with a very nostalgic 50’s and 60’s look.
As the retail landscape of the High Street precinct continues to change and transform, we welcome new and exciting additions to the offering. This one is unique to Nagambie, and whether you’re looking for a sugar rush or not, it seems that you won’t be able to go far without being drawn into the brightly coloured sweet shop. Lollipops, rainbows and sherberts, it’s all there and this beautifully styled candy store is set to be a huge success.
Amanda Lou’s Sweets and Treats is a magical candy world, you'll feel the sugar rush just from stepping inside. Shelves of candies line the wall, but then there’s the showstoppers, the ice cream, the milkshakes, the hotdogs, there is so much to tempt you. Your sweet tooth won't be able to resist.
Offering candy lovers a wide range of sweet treats, perfectly packed in small ready to go containers, including the all time favourite bananas, strawberry turbo tubes, rosey apple lollipops and blue raspberry
You see, Nagambie is no longer just for romantic escapes or family breaks, it is a refuge for foodies sampling the very best of local produce on offer and now we have a shop that will stop Willy Wonka in his sugar-dusted tracks and have your kids behaving like kids in a candy store. The shelves are quite literally heaving with a collection of lollies and other sugary treats.
Amanda Lou’s Sweets and Treats is the place to give in to sweet temptation as you satisfy your cravings and gobble big bags full of lollies. There is so much colourful candy in this store that even Katy Perry would be impressed and inspired to become even more creative than when she wore costumes with cupcakes and had an army of dancing gummy bears.
There is no doubt that people coming for a truly magnificent sugar experience will feel nostalgia and joy when they visit Amanda Lou’s Sweets & Treats, the shop of your childhood dreams.
Contact: Amanda Lou’s Sweets and Treats 304 High Street Nagambie 0430 292 684
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Parish of Central Goulburn. Sunday services at Christ Church Seymour 9am. Wednesday 10am. Sundays St John’s Nagambie. 11am. Sunday 30 October. Combined service at St Paul’s Avenel. 10am. Followed by morning tea. No Sunday services at Seymour or Nagambie that day. Avenel services - 1st Saturday of the month at 5pm and on the 5th Sunday of the month. POC Rev. R. Pennington. 0477 921 111.
Monday, November 21. MU AGM Wangaratta. Trading table. Morning tea. Reports to be in before then please. The annual service is held in cathedral followed annual meeting, BYO lunch and speaker.
Thursday, November 24. Central Goulburn MU AGM. 1.30pm. Seymour.
Thursday, December 8. MU Annual Advent Carols and lessons service. St Paul’s Avenel. 11am. Followed by lunch. Members are reminded to order MU Christmas cards soon. Mary Greenshields has the order form. Details D.Grant. Secretary. 5794 1720
Nagambie St Malachy’s. Mondays 10:30am Rosary. Wednesday. 12 noon Rosary and 12:30pm Mass. 1st and 3rd Sundays 9:00am Mass 2nd, 4th,
and 5th Sundays 9:00am Word & Communion
Avenel St Mary’s. Sundays 10:30am Rosary. 1st and 3rd Sundays 11:00am Mass 2nd and 4th and 5th Sundays 11:00am Word & Communion. Nagambie POC. W.Keenan. 0459 595 908. Avenel POC G.Kenworthy. 0405 125 963. Fr A.Hill at Euroa for other parish needs.
Nagambie Connect Faith Community. Meets 2nd and 4th Sundays, 11am, Nagambie Senior Citizens’ Club. POC R.Close 0402 286 277.
ST Andrews. Sunday services at 9am on 1st and 3rd Sundays. Bible Study on Tuesday 4 Oct. At B.Zandt’s house. For Prayer and pastoral support. Contact W.Day 0429 933 116 or B. Zandt. 5794 1939.
2 Timothy 3 : 16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, Is your Bible dusty? God has given us a manufacturers handbook to get the best from our life.
AVENEL AND SEYMOUR UNITING:
Sunday services at Avenel UC church. 9am. Details Rev. J. Payne. 0408 176 754.
POUR SERVICE (Prayer Options Unified for Rain):
Just a reminder that
Remembrance Day badge selling is on this Friday the 28th of October at IGA, if you have a spare hour or two and want to help us sell some badges get into contact with Ken on 0407540388 to arrange a spot.
Our next Friday night social will be on the 28th of October at 4pm. Look forward to seeing you there.
We would like to thank you all for your continued support we wouldn’t be able to run our club without it, so thank you.
Pastry chef Amanda Lewin has refashioned the former Rebecca Baker Pharmacy at 304 High Street Nagambie to what is fast becoming a destination known to all as, ‘Amanda Lou’s Sweets and Treats’.
At the beginning of this term, Year 6 students began visiting the Nagambie Hostel/Aged Care to connect with some of their residents. It was a wonderful experience for both the students and residents as they began to get to know one another and form lovely friendships. This weekly visit will be linked to their learning as the students begin researching their lives, to write an information report on their resident buddy.
Last week, the students had a visit from Doug from Little Athletics Victoria to share with them some great skills and strategies to use when participating in athletic events. All students were thoroughly
engaged in the activities. A big thank you to Louise Roberts, Clare Garrett and Mrs G for organising this event. Nagambie Little Athletics commences on Saturday November 5th, you can register via a link on their Facebook page. Once registered, children will be offered a 2 week free trial, to see if little athletics is for them.
Our students are busy preparing for our upcoming Art show, themed Everyone is an Artist. We have been undertaking activities including painting, collage, weaving and oil crayon drawings with our art teacher Mrs K and volunteer, Loretta. Our art show will give students an opportunity to display their amazing work and for families to purchase their child’s creations. More details to follow.
We are so fortunate to have such fabulous classroom and specialist teachers at school. In addition to our teaching staff we have amazing support staff, parents, community members and the students helping with learning & wellbeing.
Each week in my junior PE classes I am fortunate to have senior students as my assistants. Cricket is our current sport and it makes a difference to the younger students have extra helpers as we learn to catch, throw, bowl and bat.
Parents Skye and Amber help the ‘Dirt Gang’ students learn how amazing gardening and the natural world is with their weekly lunchtime activities.
Past and present grandparents Noeline and Lynn are back in the Art room helping our senior students with their sewing and construction of ‘Buddy’ and ‘Graduation Bears’.
Our resident ‘Queen of handwriting’ Helen loves helping the younger students learn to write and then as they progress get their ‘pen licence’ in Gr 3 or 4. My handwriting has certainly improved.
Well, where do I start! It’s been a harrowing few weeks for our community with rain, floods and damage, however I hasten to add that comparatively we got off lightly when considering some of our neighbouring townships. A big shout out to the volunteers who stepped up when needed and to the SES, CFA and Council staff.
If your house or business was affected by the recent floods, you are asked to register with Council for assistance from the Flood Recovery Team. Visit https://tinyurl.com/3wvn8vzs to register and Customer Service staff will be in touch, or phone on 1800 065 993.
Donations and volunteering during flood recovery: GIVIT Council is working with online non-profit GIVIT to manage donations during this recovery effort. GIVIT connects donors and community organisations to make sure people and communities get exactly what they need, when they need it. To donate money, items, services or volunteer support for flood recovery, please visit givit.org.au.
100% of donated money received by GIVIT will be used to purchase what’s needed by the people and communities impacted by flooding. GIVIT purchases from local providers to support the local economy as it recovers, where possible. Please do not send unwanted items - check GIVIT’s website over the coming days and weeks to see exactly what is needed.
If you need support because of this emergency, call the Municipal Recovery Manager on 0456 621 454. This service is
available 24 hours a day.
The Flood Recovery Hotline is open every day 7.30am to 7.30pm. It includes clean-up on private property, financial support, temporary accommodation and mental health and wellbeing support. The contact number is 1800 560 760.
Used sandbags can also be left at the Nagambie Transfer Station. Please do not dispose of sand filled bags in your normal rubbish collection service as they are too heavy for the bins and could create further issues.
Insurance companies will require evidence of your loss. Where possible don’t dispose of flood damaged items until they have been assessed. If not possible, take photos. Discuss with your insurer before disposal.
The Victorian government has announced payments of up to $1,960 per eligible family, including $560 per adult and $280 per child. You can apply online at https://emergencypayments.dffh. vic.gov.au
As we approach November keep an eye out for men who are growing a “mo”. It is also known as Movember, to remind people of men’s health. There will be a function held at the Valley on November 25, from 2.30pm to 5.00pm, with two well-known guest speakers. Nibblies provided and the cost will be $25.
Lots of prizes and lots of fun. This is sure to be well attended and bookings are to be made in advance. Funds raised go to Nagambie Health Care. More information as it comes to hand.
Nominations are open for Australia Day Awards and close on Monday 28 October 2022. There would be so many contenders for a nomination so don’t hold back. Contact the Events Team by emailing info@strathbogie.vic.gov.au or by post at P.O. Box 177, Euroa, Vic. 3666. The award ceremonies will be held on January 26, 2023, in Nagambie, Avenel, Euroa, Longwood and Violet Town.
Community Grants Round 2 are now open. Grants up to $5000 are available and residents are being encouraged to apply. Applications close on 1 November.
Finally, a big shout out to all those who have contributed in some way helping others in the past couple of weeks who have been affected by the floods. It’s not over yet, so let’s lend a hand wherever possible.
Stay safe Reg
No golf results this week the course has been closed since last Thursday due to heavy rain. There are still parts of the course underwater but we hope we will be back playing later in the week.
24th October. No golf results this week as the course has been closed since Thursday 13th October due to heavy rain. There are large parts of the course still covered by water and you cannot play at least 5 of the 18 holes due to this. In some parts there is fast running water and we ask everyone to respect the course closed signage for your own safety and the preservation of the course.
The la nina weather pattern and the current flood situation throughout the Goulburn Valley has delayed the start of the cricket season by at least four weeks. Saturday November 5th is the proposed start date for senior cricket with a rescheduling of matches to available grounds in the first two rounds. Cricket Shepparton has yet to reconfirm the start dates and draws for junior cricket.
There have been encouraging numbers at senior training on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. For any one interested in playing cricket this season just turn up at about 5.00pm and have a crack. The club has teams in the A,B and E grades this season.
The juniors are keen to get started with the club entering teams in the under 10, under 14 and under 16 sections. Under 10's train Monday at 5.00 pm. The under 14 and under 16 teams train on Wednesday from 5.00pm. For more information contact Junior Coordinator James Brook on 0458802152.
The first social event for the season is the Melbourne Cup Calcutta on Sunday October 30 at the Royal Mail Hotel commencing at 12.30pm. Tickets are available from players prior to the event or on the day.
The club can't prosper without support and we welcome on board two new sponsors for the coming season; The Royal Mail Hotel and Wattswool Wool Exporters and Services.
Hopefully there will be some cricket results in the next edition.
Three winning rinks, one draw and one narrow lost resulted in a successful day for Avenel bowling club in midweek pennant with divisions 3 and 5 bringing home the points.
Division 3
Avenel division 3 played Mooroopna Golf in round 3 resulting in a resounding win 14 – 84 to 2 – 60.
Marion Gittus, Pam Pedder, Jenny Furletti, Geoff Hateley (s) after losing the first two ends, gained the lead on the third end and led for the rest of the game. Two fives in a row after lunch consolidated a strong team win 37 – 12.
Fay Hateley, Kate Donovan, Grace Kenworthy, Noel Slater (s) got off to a scintillating start being up 12 zip after four ends. Mooroopna Golf answered back winning the next five ends with singles. But the solid start was enough secure the win 23 – 20.
Rusty Schwab, Ruth King, Dennis McGregor, Spud Furletti (s) were in a close game up until the halfway mark being only two down on end twelve. Then
Mooroopna Golf found another gear and won six ends in a row scoring eleven unanswered shots to accelerate them to twelve shots up. On end nineteen, a six by Avenel followed by a five on the last end bridged the gap to only four shots down for the game 24 – 28.
In two thrilling games, Avenel division 5 won overall by two shots away against Mooroopna 13 – 35 to 1 – 33 in the first match of the new season.
Ruth Underwood, Norm Billingsley, Charlie Kemp, Graeme Toy (s) were in a close contest for the entire game, with scores being even five times in the new shorter 21 end game. Starting the last end one shot down, Avenel rallied and scored a three to cap of a thrilling win 18 – 16.
Marg Harrison, Nyoli Bell, Graham Lewis, Glen Bell (s) was seven up on end sixteen, when Mooroopna came storming home scoring eight to one over the last five ends to chase down Avenel resulting in a drawn game, 17 all.
Division 3 and 7 did not play round 1 due to major floods across the Goulburn Valley Playing Area.
Sundays chicken run was won by Ross, Snicker and Noel. This week the event was sponsored by long time generous supporter of Avenel Bowls Club, Kemps Homemakers of Seymour.
Club championship games entry forms are on the noticeboard. Members will need to cross their names off if they can’t play. This months Mystery Tea is to be held on Thursday 27 October. Please add your name to the list on the noticeboard if attending to assist the caterers.
The Nagambie Senior Citizens celebrated their 50th Birthday on 10th October, 2022 at their Hall, with 70 members in attendance. Numbers were limited as we needed a dance floor space to accommodate the 70’s disco dancing.
We had a 70’s dress up theme, and thanks to all those members that made such an effort to set the atmosphere.
The best dressed lady was Lois McMaster, wearing an original outfit that she actually made herself for her kitchen tea, that was such a special outfit and was well worth the prize.
For the best dressed male was Abe de Visser, looking pretty “cool man” in his hippy gear. The social committee did a great job in providing the chicken and salad meal, and the cake was cut and shared around with the dessert.
We look forward to our next function which will be the Annual Christmas Lunch to be held on Monday 12th December at the Seniors Hall. Remember to put your name on the list to ensure we can cater for correct number.
We always welcome new members and our regular activities provide a wide range of options, come along and we are sure you will find something of interest. Contact: Jill on 0419 567 580 for further information.
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You can prevent accidents. You can prevent deaths. worksafe.vic.gov.au/agriculture
