The Community Voice, Go Nagambie | Wednesday August 31st 2022, Issue 507

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NAGAMBIE’S BRODIE MILLER CLAIMS BRONZE IN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS! 12 year old Brodie Miller competed in the Australian National Cross Country Championships in Adelaide on Saturday August 27th.

Brodie’s event was the Para 12 Year Olds Boys 2km Cross Country Final at Oakbank Racecourse South Australia.

Sporting bib number 1145 Brodie finished 3rd receiving a Bronze medal in the individual race and a Gold Medal in the overall Para Team Championship placing 1st.

The Community Voice caught up with Brodie to see how the weekend unfolded.

minutes. This weekend at Nationals, I got a personal best and ran the track in 10 minutes and 56 seconds.

“Because I did so well in my individual race, I was picked to run on the relay team on Monday. I was the first runner on the 4-boy team and we did really well. I liked doing the relay race, it was fun.

“Mr French got me into Cross Country running and I trained with him most of the time. Towards the end we were training up to three times a week. During COVID I would walk around the lake each morning with my Aunty Eb to stay fit and healthy and throughout the past few months my grandparents have taken me down the lake to practice running on the track.

“I traveled to South Australia with my Mum and Dad, my brother Jack, 47 boys ranging from 10-12 years were selected in the Grandma and Pop, Aunty Katie, Uncle Victorian State Team for 2022.

Jac and my cousin Kai and Aunty Eb. “There were 9 of us boys that made it in the Vic Team for “It has been a goal of mine for three the 2km Cross Country event and we raced against another years. It started before COVID when 40 boys from the other states in the 12 year old boys Para Mr French (Nagambie Primary School group. Brodie’s goal has always been to make it to the National Principal) used to take me running Championships, so we ask him where to from along the boardwalk out to Elloura here?

Beach. It was a 2.2 km track and it took me around 20 minutes to run “This was my goal, to get to the Nationals and do my it, as sometimes I would get a bit best. At the moment, I am too young to attend the World distracted and I’d stop and talk to Championships in Bathurst in 2023. But I will keep running people. and maybe see how I go in the Athletics side of things too.

I hope to make the Olympic team one day.

“Over the years I’ve gotten better “I want to thank everyone for their support and at running and not encouragement over the past few months. I’m very lucky! getting distracted, The leaders in the Vic team were very kind and helpful and all and I was the other kids and families were good fun to be around. It’s like completing the one big sports family. They were all really happy for me and track in around 13 cheered me on,” finished Brodie.

Congratulations Brodie - Nagambie and all of Victoria are very proud of you!

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The Committee

Go Nagambie is the promotional name for the regions incorporated Chamber of Commerce – Nagambie Lakes Tourism and Commerce Inc.

President: Lee Rowland

Our vision is to make Nagambie, a premier regional centre for liveability, investment, visitation and events, with our focus being to unashamedly promote Nagambie and the surrounding regions through the support of our local community and businesses.

Treasurer: Bruce Minchinton

If you have any queries relating to Go Nagambie and/or memberships on offer, please contact Sissy Hoskin on 0419 627 276 or email executiveofficernltc@gmail.com

Vice President: Belinda Beer Secretary: Melanie Likos

Executive Officer: Sissy Hoskin General Committee: John Beresford Rosie Metherall Rob Gardner Steve McCoach Malcolm Little

There are exciting times ahead for Nagambie in terms of economic and tourism development and we hope you will join us as we continue to grow.

The Go Nagambie committee meets every 4 to 6 weeks with their Annual General Meeting usually held in October each year,

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Nagambie Museum Donation

VCAT reject Kirwans Bridge camping ground Parklea Developments has lost its bid to construct a resort-style camping ground at the former Kirwans Bridge Winery site. The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal rejected the application last week.

The Parklea Development proposal was to be centred at the existing building that has been used in the past as a winery, restaurant and function centre. A mix of camping sites, caravan sites and cabins were proposed which at capacity would provide accommodation for in the order of 800 persons at peak times. Other facilities included a swimming pool and sporting facilities, together with informal recreation areas, four jetties and a boat ramp to provide access to the water.

Strathbogie Shire Council failed to determine the application but has since determined not to support the application, despite the recommendations of its officers. Council accepts that the proposal is a form of accommodation that is needed within the Shire but submitted that this is the wrong site for it. Council says that

the proposal will remove agricultural land from production, is not compatible with adjoining agriculture and will impact on the amenity of adjoining rural living properties.

A number of resident objectors in the proceeding support the Council’s position. They say the location of the use is not compatible with the policies and provisions of the planning scheme in respect to farming, will impact on the serene environment of the backwater and will have amenity and traffic impacts.

The tribunal found that there are many aspects of the development that are acceptable. However, they found there are aspects of the proposal that require further review or have not been satisfactorily addressed which have led to the conclusion that the proposal should not be approved in its current form.

The tribunal accepted that the proposed development would provide a measure of socioeconomic benefit to the township’s businesses, employment opportunities during construction and its ongoing operation and will service the township’s tourist activities and events.

The tribunal found that the function centre has existing use rights but that the proposed land use needs to be reconciled by an adopted integrated approach that allows the proposal to be assessed in a holistic manner enabling the consideration of offsite amenity impacts.

The tribunal found that the existing commercial use of the land indicates that the site is acceptable for consideration for the proposed use but added the proposal is too large.

The tribunal found environmental impacts are part of the policy consideration prior to development approval because they are things that need to be understood prior to permits being issued.

The VCAT report stated that the applicant was prepared to make changes to the application to address some of the matters.

The full VCAT report can be viewed at http:// www8.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/ vic/VCAT/2022/938.html

Our newest and greatly admired item is a beautiful, evocative picture of the Nagambie Railway Station. Those who attended our Collectors and Ephemera Show last year will be familiar with Peter Branagan and his passion for all things railway. Peter showed several paintings of railway scenes he had commissioned by talented artist, Jane Henderson, which were very popular.

For some time Peter has been musing on the fact that he had not seen a photograph of Nagambie station and the Society was able to provide a copy of a very old black and white one for him. We also sought images through our Facebook site, with a good response. Peter again commissioned Jane and the result is quite stunning.

At our AGM Peter generously donated a print to the Society. It will be hung under the original railway clock, which we own. We also have the railway scales, but these may be a bit chunky to display inside.

We are on the verge of having our damaged plaster replaced, in our 150 year old building, with thanks to the Strathbogie Shire for our grant. There will soon be a short period when the Museum will be closed to the public. As soon as we have access to the workroom again, we will open the rest of the site, while the Museum interior is being painted. Produce and books will still be available and the market stall will continue on site and at the market.

Our committee was elected unopposed at the AGM: Robert McMaster, President; Russell Turner, Vice President; Judy Macdonald, Secretary; Trish Seenan, Treasurer, with committee members Carolyn Fox, Patty Moroney and Bev Veld.

Judy Macdonald

Community Bank opens annual grants program Applications for the annual Bendigo Bank Nagambie Community Grants program are now open!

Bendigo Bank Nagambie returns 80% of their profits to the local community and the annual Community Grants program is one of the major ways in which this is achieved. In past years the program has supported a broad range of projects including over $8,460 to the Nagambie Preschool & Childcare Centre towards a nature based play area, $7,200 to Nagambie HealthCare towards their Community Care Hub and $3,000 to the Nagambie Lakes Men’s Shed for a new storage shed, just to name a few.

Community Bank Chairman Stephen Trompp says “We’re excited to be opening the Community Grants program once again, it is a highlight in the calendar for our volunteer Board of Directors.

Our Directors' decisions will be around the immediate and long lasting benefits of the planned projects for the benefit of our local community.”

All information will be available online for easy access. Alternatively, anyone who is unable to access the website can pick up information from

the branch.

Bendigo Bank Nagambie Branch Manager Teri Johnson said that “It’s always really interesting to read through the grant applications and find out what our community groups are up to. I particularly enjoy the times that we are able to link community groups together that are working towards a common goal.”

“It’s important to remember that these funds are coming directly from our branch as a result of the community banking with us. It’s pretty simple, the more people we have banking with us the more we have to return to the community and our annual grants program is just one of the ways we are able to do this” Mrs. Johnson said.

“We’re also very excited to run our Pitch to the Community session again. This takes place after applications to our grants program close and is an opportunity for the community to get together, hear about planned projects for our community and vote for their favourite.” Mrs. Johnson said.

Bendigo Bank Nagambie invites any local community group with an innovative, thoughtful and broadly beneficial project in mind to apply to the Community Grants Program. Applications are currently open and will close on 20th September.

A date for the Pitch to the Community session is to be announced shortly.

All information for the program can be found

at www.heathcotenagambie.community or by contacting the branch on (03) 5794 2565.

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Farming Women's Morning tea at the Community House On the 19th of August, the Community House in Nagambie facilitated a Farming Women’s Morning Tea.

Often, the different activities will have a guest speaker and/or farmer health professional in attendance, so that receiving support is made easier for those needing it. “We are also in the planning stages of delivering Mental Health First Aid training,” Nicole adds.

A group of women of varied backgrounds and ages attended the event, which is one of many funded by the Vic Health Agriculturedependant Community Resilience Building Initiative.

“All of the activities, events and training opportunities are fully funded by the project.

The overarching purpose is to improve mental health, wellbeing and resilience, by creating opportunities to improve social connection, better access to information, resources and support services, as well as training to build skills and capacity,” Nicole sums it up.

Community Development Officer Nicole Wells from NCN Health who coordinated the breakfast, explained how the purpose was to show appreciation for the many women active in the farming community as well as provide them with an opportunity to take a break from their many responsibilities and jobs at home.

“Over the next year or so, we will be delivering activities, events and training, including pop-up community engagement stalls in various places across the Moira and Strathbogie Shire,”

Annabelle Cleeland preselected by The Nationals Local journalist, farmer and entrepreneur Annabelle Cleeland has been preselected

by The Nationals to contest the seat of Euroa at November’s Victorian election.

The Nationals hosted a preselection vote of grassroots members where Cleeland defeated Strathbogie Councillor Kristy Hourigan to receive The Nationals’ nomination.

Cleeland owns and operates a fine merino wool farm and apiary with her husband and two young children in the Strathbogie Ranges. Their agricultural business has an online presence and regularly features at local farmer’s markets.

Most recently, Cleeland has been the editor of the Stock & Land, with a strong focus on issues impacting regional Victorians. She highlighted the strength of The Nationals’ values in the region and the quality of candidates and politicians they have attracted.

“It shows the values of The Nationals are really important in our region when you have two young professional women putting their hand up for the nomination,” she said.

services as her number one priority in the lead up to the election after a difficult birth locally with her first child.

“The local health services were unable to provide me with a safe birth, and that gave me insight into some of the extreme pressures that we’re facing when it comes to our health services and infrastructure investment,” she said.

Ms Cleeland threw her support behind The Nationals’ election guarantee of 25 per cent of Victoria’s new capital spending going to regional communities. She stated the change would be transformative for towns across the region.

“Regional Victoria has 25 per cent of the population, we deserve 25 per cent of investment. It would nearly double the capital investment in regional Victoria,” she said.

“We have been hand-to-mouth with investment and fighting for basic needs for so long, and this will mean growth and adequate resources where we haven’t had them for so long.

Cleeland said the guarantee would allow Nagambie’s population growth to be supported with essential infrastructure and services.

Cleeland said she had massive shoes to fill after with the retirement of popular MP Steph Ryan, but says she is confident she will be up to the job.

“Nagambie is an incredibly attractive destination for people across the state and we need to ensure infrastructure and investment keeps up with that growth,” she said.

“Steph has done an incredible job over the last eight years and I’m lucky she’s a great friend and someone I can lean on for guidance and support over the next few months.

“This means supporting responsible growth while maintaining the culture of the town and making sure housing is affordable for locals, health services are accessible, and schools are properly funded.

“My values strongly align with Steph’s and it will be a matter of picking up where she left off and continue to strengthen the region’s voice on Spring St.”

“It can be super difficult balancing development with the history and feel of a town like Nagambie, but The Nationals’ Regional Infrastructure Guarantee will be a transformative system of support for our region.”

Ms Cleeland named improved regional health

Nicole said. “So far, we have been and will continue to run farming women's morning teas, dinner events for the whole community, and we are on the lookout for farming men who would like to host BBQ's on their farms.”

Community House coordinator Anna Close was very excited about the opportunity to host the breakfast.

“So many women work within the farming community, but they are not often acknowledged in public conversations or in the political arena. That’s why this initiative is so special and valuable. It provides farming women with a friendly meeting place as well as a safe space to ask for support if they need it.”

Nicole concludes by saying it was wonderful to arrange the event in Nagambie. “We would love to get back there and do another one very soon!”

Free L’S & P’S Deliver big savings for new drivers in Northern Victoria The Andrews Labor Government is slashing costs for new drivers and their families across the northeast with the abolition of learner and probationary license fees, as well as online testing fees.

Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes said from Monday, 15 August, aspiring L-platers will save up to $51.40 in license and online testing fees. While learner drivers going for their P-plates will save up to $133.30 in licence and online hazard perception testing fees.

Over 138,000 Victorians who get their L’s each year and 121,000 who get their P’s will have more money in their pockets thanks to these changes.

Victoria’s new online learner permit and hazard perception tests will also be free from Monday.

Minister for Roads and Road Safety Ben Carroll said, “Getting your L’s and P’s is one of life’s most significant milestones – and we are delivering them for free.”

Car, motorcycle, and heavy vehicle licence holders of all ages across Northern Victoria will also benefit from reintroduction of the Safe Driver Discount, which was abolished by the former Liberal National Government in 2013.

Drivers who have not incurred demerit points or committed road safety offences in the previous three years will receive a 25 per cent discount off their next licence renewal, meaning a saving of up to $73 on a new ten-year driver’s license.

The Safe Driver Discount will recommence for driver licence renewals generated after 1 October 2022.

These changes build on other initiatives from the Labor Government to reduce costs for motorists and promote road safety.

Since 2016, the Free Licence Scheme has provided free licences to young drivers under the age of 21 who complete both their red and green probationary periods with no traffic offences or demerit points. Young Victorians have saved up to $85.50 on their first full licence through this scheme.

“This puts money back into the pockets of Victorian families and makes it easier to unlock all the opportunities that come with a driver license.”

Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes said,“We’re rewarding young Victorian motorists for their safe driving habits and offering financial support when it comes to getting their licence – this program will keep people on the move and get them where they need to go.”

These tests were made available online last year to provide more options and greater flexibility for aspiring drivers looking to achieve their licence goals anywhere, anytime, with more than 90 percent of customers now choosing this new option.

For more information about licence and registration services in Victoria or to access the online learner permit and hazard perception tests, head to vicroads.vic.gov.au.

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Enhancing community groups with free workshop series Strathbogie Shire Council is hosting a series of free workshops to assist community groups in building their skills.

The Community Capacity Building Workshops will be held online covering two topics across four workshops.

Strathbogie Shire Council Mayor Cr Laura Binks said the first workshop Valuing Our Volunteers provided a simple framework for best-practice volunteer management and support.

“We want to support community groups, so their volunteers have a great experience working with them, and they get the best from their volunteers,” Cr Binks said.

“The session will cover how to recruit the best

people to do the best job for your organisation, the essentials of supporting your volunteers to be their best and best-practice people management for working with volunteers.”

Monday 26 September, 1pm-4pm, Valuing Our Volunteers | Join via: https://events.humanitix. com/valuing-our-volunteers-strathbogie-shirecouncil

Cr Binks said the second topic Fundraising 101 would focus on a simple step-by-step approach to strategically fundraising organisations.

Tuesday 27 September, 6.30pm-9.30pm, Valuing Our Volunteers | Join via:https://events.humanitix. com/valuing-our-volunteers-strathbogie-shirecouncil- tejexjxw

“This session covers how to assess your needs, and the best approaches to fundraising, how to develop an effective fundraising plan to help you move forward and where to go if you need further help to find funding,” Cr Bink said.

Wednesday 28 September, 1pm-4pm, Fundraising 101 | Bookings via: https://events.humanitix.com/ fundraising-101-strathbogie-shire-council

There will be a day and evening session for both topics at the end of this month. Event and booking details are as follows:

Thursday 29 September, 6.30pm-9.30pm, Fundraising 101 | Bookings via:https://events. humanitix.com/fundraising-101-strathbogie-shirecouncil-6nyo6lpr

Nagambie Tennis Club Annual General Meeting Monday September 5 7:00pm Clubrooms in Glass Street, Nagambie.

If you would like to find out more about our tennis club, please join us at our AGM or visit our website at www. nagambietennisclub.com.au, call club President Trevor on 0408 143 560 or Sharon on 0421071972.

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Have your say: Draft Two Nagambie Streetscape Plan

be held online covering two topics across four workshops.

More parking for cars and long vehicles and the retention of the divided road on the north bound lane are two of the Nagambie community’s wish list that have been included in the second draft of the Nagambie Streetscape Plan.

The first workshop Valuing Our Volunteers will provide a simple framework for best-practice volunteer management and support while the second topic Fundraising 101 will focus on a simple step-by-step approach to strategically fundraising organisations. Event and booking details are as follows:

We are now calling for feedback on the second draft of the streetscape plans, in which Council has worked hard to address the community’s thoughts and advice.

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Monday 26 September, 1pm-4pm, Valuing Our Volunteers | Join via: https:// events.humanitix.com/valuing-ourvolunteers-strathbogie-shire-council

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Tuesday 27 September, 6.30pm-9.30pm, Valuing Our Volunteers | Join via: https:// events.humanitix.com/valuing-ourvolunteers-strathbogie-shire-counciltejexjxw

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Wednesday 28 September, 1pm-4pm, Fundraising 101 | Bookings via: https:// events.humanitix.com/fundraising-101strathbogie-shire-council

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Thursday 29 September, 6.30pm-9.30pm, Fundraising 101 | Bookings via: https:// events.humanitix.com/fundraising-101strathbogie-shire-council-6nyo6lpr

Another change to draw to the community’s attention is a new round-a-bout at the southern entry to Nagambie, which was initiated to create further parking options. To view the plans and have your say: •

go to www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au

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Visit the Council Customer Service Centre at 293 High St, Nagambie.

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Attend the drop-in day on Thursday, September 15 from 11am to 3pm at Jacobson’s Outlook (near the Customer Service Centre).

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Phone Council on 1800 065 993 and speak to a planner.

Rates notices on the way Council will distribute the 2022/2023 Rates Notices in coming days. This year Council adopted a rate cap of 1.75 per cent in the average rate per property, which is under the State Government’s ‘Fair Go Rates’ legislation.

Individual property rate changes will vary and may be higher or lower than the rate cap depending on how individual property values have moved in comparison to the average property value in the Strathbogie Shire.

Tender opportunities We’re inviting expressions of interest for the following projects: •

Strathbogie Memorial Hall Roof Upgrade (contract number 22/23-12). Tenders will be received until 4pm on 14 September 2022.

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Supply and fit out of shipping container for ARTBOX (contract number 22/23-04).

Tenders will be received until 4pm on 31 August 2022.

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Design, Landscape and Irrigation of Whroovale Estate Open Space – Nagambie (Contract Number 22/23-14).

Tenders will be received until 4pm on Wednesday, September 7, 2022.

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The development of a Playground and Open Space Strategy, including Detailed Design of a Nature Play Space in Euroa (contract number 22/23-05). Tenders will be received until 4pm on Wednesday, September 7, 2022.

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2022-2023 Roads Reseal Program – Various Local Roads within Strathbogie Shire (contact Footpath and curb work, Bury St, Euroa (contract number 22/2311). Tenders will be received until 4pm, Wednesday, August 31, 2022.

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Construction of a new truck wash at Euroa Saleyards (contact number 22/2309). Tenders will be received until 4pm on Wednesday, September 7, 2022.

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Development of a Master Plan for the employment investigation area identified within the Nagambie Grown Management Strategy 2020 (contract number 21/2254). Tenders will be received until 4pm on 31 August 2022.

More information on rates valuations and rates can be found on website at www.strathbogie. vic.gov.au Your rates allow for maintenance of existing service levels, funding new initiatives and the allocation of sufficient funds for the continuing strategic renewal of Council’s infrastructure.

Have your say: Draft Tree Management Plan We’re asking our community to share their thoughts, feedback and advice on our Draft Tree Management Plan.

The plan provides the framework for the maintenance, renewal and risk management of all tree assets growing on Council owned and managed land. This includes trees within designated roads and other reserves in Strathbogie Shire.

To view the draft plan and have your say go to www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au.

Free workshops to assist community groups enhance their skills We’re hosting a series of workshops to assist community groups in building their skills. The Community Capacity Building Workshops will

EOI documents can be viewed online at www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au. Tenders and Expression of Interests can be only lodged online through the Tendersearch portal.

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Church News ANGLICAN-PARISH OF CENTRAL GOULBURN: POC Rev. Richard Pennington. 0477 921 111.

The Anglican Bishop of Wangaratta Clarence Bester’s plan is to visit the 65 churches in his Diocese in the next year.

Central Goulburn parish folk from Avenel, Seymour and Nagambie welcomed him and his wife Michelle, and Fr David Still to their Sunday service on 28 August in Christ Church Seymour.

Nagambie Library to gain a mural

Bishop Clarence conducted over the Eucharist service was ably assisted by Rev’d David Still and parish priest Rev’d Richard Pennington and Sacristan Anne Foote.

In 2019 the idea of a mural for the Nagambie Library was conceived by Librarian Catherine Langdon and acted upon by Nagambie Art Group artist Trudy Oldaker.

The Bishop expressed caring for others in his sermon especially those who may feel isolated, left out, the quiet ones, or those who don’t make a lot of noise to be noticed.

Ms Langdon is thrilled that the mural idea has grown into a project supported by the local Nagambie Art group that comes under the banner of the Nagambie Lakes Community House.

Rev’d David Still gave a short talk on his new Anglicare role with the welfare organisation of the Anglican church.

The Art Group meets on Saturday mornings usually at the primary school and would love to encourage new members to come along. .

Following Communion a time of fellowship and congenial hospitality was enjoyed over the delicious morning tea proved by the parishioners.

For the library project local artists were encouraged to provide some proposals for such a mural and four responded to the request by the library which comes under the Regional Library Service in Shepparton.

The group applied for a grant which has not been available.

Bishop Clarence and Michelle enjoyed meeting and talking with the parish folk from Avenel, Nagambie and Seymour and said he looks forward to catching up with the smaller parish centre churches and other Parish churches in the Diocese.

No news on the proposals was heard by the artists or library until March 2022. Trudy Oldaker’s design was accepted as the preferred mural and Trudy was very pleased that her creative presentation book showed the judges the creativeness of here talent for such a project.

Trudy’s presentation booklet titled “Libraries are for everyone” included these pages stating. “It doesn’t matter if you are senior or junior, student or teacher, chef or waiter, flying or driving, skating or painting, boating or biking, mowing or ploughing, scaring or spooking, preaching or picking, working or relaxing, feeding cows or floating high, laying bricks or hooking fish, wheeling wheels or washing smalls, under an umbrella or on a tower, riding a winner or umpiring a winner, waiting on a train or waiting for a win or reading a book, magazine or I pad, reading is for everyone and you are always welcome at the Nagambie Library.” On each page an image of the subjects accompanied the words.

Trudy said “A donation by a generous person via the Nagambie Lakes Community House, for a community based project, equivalent to the proposed grant was given for the mural by the Community House and this allowed me and my fellow artists to begin work on the mural”

Turbine - restaurant of the year On Thursday 18 August 2022, Victoria’s finest accommodation providers and venue staff were honoured at the 2022 Victorian Accommodation Awards for Excellence.

A milestone occasion, this prestigious event heralded a timely demonstration of industry unity as members of Tourism Accommodation Australia (Victoria) and the Accommodation Association of Australia came together to celebrate venue and service excellence.

A gathering of 850 hoteliers, industry suppliers and broader Victorian hospitality and tourism sector industry stakeholders, including Shadow Minister for Tourism, Cindy McLeish, came together to recognise Victoria’s best accommodation providers and their teams, whose efforts continue to position the state’s hotel and hospitality offer as the envy of all other Australian states and territories.

finalists, award-winners and individuals who were honoured, noting their achievements reflected “a year of hard work and dedication to providing superior standards of venue and service excellence to guests.”

CATHOLIC:

We are thrilled to announce that after being finalists in FOUR categories, The Trawool Estate won Best Regional Hotel Restaurant of the Year 2022 for our elevated Asian restaurant and cocktail bar, Turbine.

UNITING CHURCH:

Opening mid-2021, surrounded by lockdowns, this stunning dark and intimate speakeasy designed by Amanda Tiernan of Neutral Instinct, is a striking contrast to the light filled, spacious Wild Water restaurant – the first dining space Trawool opened.

PRESBYTERIAN:

Turbine features beautifully crafted cuisine from Chef Eric Kwek’s Asian heritage and delectable range of cocktails from F&B Manager Jess Chiapolino. This prestigious award reflects a drive for perfection in delivering a dining experience not found in regional Victoria.

With exceptional reviews from the Broadsheet, the Good Food Guide and the Herald Sun, as well as the many hotel guests, Turbine is worth making the trip to Trawool.

When Trudy learnt that her plan had been approved she enlisted local artist Valma Crerar to waterproof and paint the background of the three panels with her in her garage and Wendy Cook helped her make paper cut out images that they placed on the panels to arrange where they would look best in the overall design of the mural..

TAA (Vic) General Manager, Dougal Hollis, recognised the levels of innovation and resilience Victorian hoteliers continue to demonstrate, post pandemic. “This event recognised and celebrated all the work hoteliers and their teams have undertaken to reimagine their product and service offers, even when continuing to face challenging trading conditions.” AAoA CEO, Richard Munro adding, “Accommodation hotels in Victoria really are among the best in the business and this was again on display here at the Awards.” TAA (Vic) Chair, Shaun D’Cruz and AAoA Chair – Victorian State Advisory Committee, Adrian Williams praised

Trudy’s three granddaughters Gabrielle, Marion and Naomi to helped transfer images onto the wood panels ready for drawing over; images such as buildings, animals, wineries, lake users and with each person carrying a purple book.

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The dimensions of the mural are 290cm wide and 140cm high.

Motifs were sketched onto marine ply panels sawn by Peter Loughnane and the ladies were able to buy paint and brushes to work on the mural.

Her fellow grandmothers Wendy Cook and Joan Loughnane have been painting alongside Trudy for many weeks and they hope the mural will be ready to hang in spring.

They have been surprised at the visual images on the simple design that is slowly coming to life. It will be easy on the eye and easy for young and old to contemplate on its subjects when viewing it outside the library front door.

If any person would like to contact the nagambie Art Group they may contact Wendy Cook on 0412 103 853.

Catherine Langdon’s enthusiasm is obvious when she speaks about the work the ladies are doing when the library is open and on a Saturday morning.

Trudy’s encouraging words in her book read: “Anyone is welcome to seek knowledge, read, use the library, take classes and borrow books and Catherine Langdon is only too willing to support everyone who comes through her library doors to achieve these goals.

Pictured: Nagambie Library Mural painters back row artist Trudy Oldaker with one of the mural panels and her fellow artists Wendy Cook and Joan Loughnane who have worked for weeks painting the mural panels for the library project.

Wearable art from repurposed books will be on show at the Shepparton Library in an unusual fashion gala this September.

Goulburn Valley Libraries have partnered with GOTAFE for a special sustainability art project. The project offers students and staff the opportunity to create wearable art from repurposed books, giving the books a second life.

To celebrate the culmination of the six month project The Next Chapter Gala event will be held at Shepparton Library on Wednesday the 14th of September at 6.30pm. Everyone is welcome to this fashion parade and exhibition which gives the students and staff the opportunity to share their work.

Students from across the regions have created a range of items from hand bags to ball gowns. The creativity required to turn paper into a garment that is both flexible and strong enough to be worn is a challenge.

“It has been both inspiring and exciting to work on this project with the students... an absolute

WINNER Regional Hotel Restaurant of the Year Turbine, The Trawool Estate.

FINALIST Regional Accommodation of the Year FINALIST Food and Beverage Services Employee of the Year – Jess Chiapolino FINALIST Chef of the Year – Eric Kwek

pleasure to be a mentor in the process of helping their ideas and skills development,” Jan Donaldson said, GOTAFE Visual Art and Design teacher. “The students have stepped up to all the tasks involved with great enthusiasm to produce some truly unique wearable artworks”.

While other events offer wearable art made from paper and there are artists that make sculptures from books, The Next Chapter combines both.

Goulburn Valley Libraries is excited to be partnering with GOTAFE for this unusual project.

Goulburn Valley Libraries Program Co-ordinator Bronwyn Cole said “Having seen the quality of work the students have produced I am incredibly excited that we are able to host this gala event. The work and detail is startling. Some of the pieces belong at prestigious fashion events or in galleries”.

If you would like to join in the fun and fashion of The Next Chapter Gala at Shepparton Library on Wednesday the 14th of September at 6.30pm then book your ticket via Eventbrite https://nextchapterfashion.eventbrite.com.au

Nagambie St Malachy’s. POC Wendy Keenan.

0459 595 908 Avenel St Mary’s. POC. Grace Kenworthy. Ph: 0405 125 963 Nagambie Connect Faith Community. POC Ruth Close 0402 286 277.

St Andrew’s. POC Bill Day. 0429 933 116

AVENEL AND SEYMOUR UNITING: POC Reverend John Payne. 0408 176 754.

Tree Planting in Jubilee Park Members the AVENEL Primary school leadership team, Principal Ross Davies & members of the AVENEL Jubilee Park committee planting Ginko trees as part of the Queens Jubilee tree planting program this week. School Principal Mr Ross Davies commented on the importance of our youth in supporting such great community initiatives.

All the students were actively involved and had great fun shovelling dirt, planting and getting their hands dirty!

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THE COMMUNITY VOICE WILL SHINE A SPOTLIGHT ON A BUSINESS EACH FORTNIGHT, SMALL OR LARGE, EXPLORING THEIR BACKGROUND AND FINDING OUT WHAT MAKES THEM STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD. IF YOU’RE DOING SOMETHING CREATIVE OR OFFERING A NEW SERVICE TO KEEP YOUR BUSINESS AFLOAT, REACH OUT AND LET US KNOW, THE COMMUNITY VOICE IS HERE AND EAGER FOR SOME FRESH STORIES.

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SPOTLIGHT An increasing number of young city professionals are making the move to regional Victoria and the township of Avenel has a unique attraction for bringing in those in search of getting back to nature and establishing a calmer pace of life with the advantage of having Melbourne only a 90-minute drive away.

have a green thumb and like a good DIY home project.

The Community Voice caught up with Daniella Paidi, a 32-yearold property lawyer and owner of Highlands Lawyers who had always dreamt of having a country property to escape to on weekends and the town of Avenel has stolen her heart.

“I decided to go with a double degree in law and science to keep my options open.

‘I have always dreamt of owning a little place in the country that I can renovate and escape to on the weekends.

“By forming friendships with locals, work has happened organically, which is nice.

“As for Avenel, I adore it… it has that quaint, country charm and the locals are very warm and friendly.

Daniella is of Portuguese-Indonesian heritage and fondly recalls her childhood connecting with her grandparents and embracing Portugal’s long tradition and passion of home grown produce, including garden fruit trees and domestic orchards.

“My grandmother owned an olive farm in Portugal and together with my grandfather, worked the land until they migrated to Australia. Growing up, we spent a lot of time in the garden and ate mostly home-grown produce, which I have a great appreciation for to this day.

“I have been blessed with a loving family and a few wonderful friends.

Daniella is Godmother to her 2-year-old niece who she looks after a couple of days each week.

When dining out, Daniella enjoys catching up with family and friends at a local café or bar with some great music.

“There are so many wonderful eateries in the region but if I had to name a favourite, it would be Baraca Lane…the parmigiana di melanzane tastes just like my Mum’s.

Daniella explores the great outdoors whenever the opportunity arises and gets to know the locals.

“I love the country and the surf coast. When I’m away from work you will likely find me outdoors, hiking or swimming. I also

“I joined the Nagambie Rowing Club to stay active and have a bit of fun. I’m also a member of Avenel Active and look forward to contributing to our community in a positive way.

Like so many, Daniella was unsure what career pathway she would follow when finishing secondary school.

“I liked school and did well enough during VCE, but I was young and didn’t know what career I wanted to pursue. What I did know was I wanted to help people and make the world a little better.

Daniella has worked in the ‘big city’ which has given her extensive experience in the industry, but her preference is to work with a close-knit team of members with values that align with hers.

“I am grateful for having worked in the big city, but my preference is to work with a close-knit team of members with values that align with mine – honest, hard working and having a great appreciation for the law... I would also like to take on a graduate lawyer at some point and teach them the ropes. I feel this would be a nice way for me to contribute to the profession.

“I have been very fortunate and may not have been offered the same opportunities if I hadn’t been a lawyer. I get to help all kinds of people – from family and friends, business associates and clients to impoverished children in South Africa.

“I started working when I was in high school. My mum was managing a couple of doctors' clinics at the time and helped me get my first job as a medical receptionist. I worked 2 or 3 nights a week at our local doctors clinic and kept that job until I graduated from university. I thought I might want to be a nurse or a doctor but as time went on, I became more interested in the law.

For the remainder of 2022, Daniella has plenty on her ‘to-do list’.

“Once I obtained my qualifications, I entered the workforce.

The great thing about the law is there are so many areas that you can work in. Once I moved into property, I knew that I had found my calling.

Daniella is an animal lover who is rarely without her four-legged friends.

Daniella started Highlands Lawyers in 2017 and has been engaged as an industry expert and has contributed to legal publications. Her expertise in helping clients through buying, selling, transferring and developing property in Melbourne and regional Victoria has seen her clientele grow. Estate planning and assisting clients with preparing wills are also a part of the professional service offered by Highlands Lawyers.

“I have been a property lawyer for almost 10 years and have first-hand experience having been a tenant, a first home buyer, and an investor and I feel that my clients benefit from this.

COVID-19 has presented many challenges to businesses but Daniella was able to adapt well to the uncertainty of the situation with the majority of consultations completed online and remotely.

“Once we went into lockdown, I immediately moved everything online, so I could continue working with minimal disruption.

Surprisingly, it worked quite well. I still have a physical office in Melbourne for those clients that wish to meet in-person but that may become redundant in the future.

“With respect to COVID, I think the most difficult aspect of my experience was the uncertainty of the situation and what that meant for my business and clients.

“Aside from business, I’m really looking forward to spending the summer with family and friends. I’ll continue to chip away at my renovation, and probably head up to the Northern Territory to learn more about indigenous history and culture.

Our family has 4 dogs (plus the neighbour’s sheep who randomly visit the property).

With the upcoming developments and release of estates in Avenel, Daniella can see a few opportunities for new businesses to come to town.

“I think Avenel would benefit from having a local bakery and a florist. An organic grocery store and a second-hand bookstore would be wonderful too.

“COVID has shown us that life is precious. Taking good care of ourselves, spending quality time with loved ones and doing the things that bring us joy must be a priority,” concluded Daniella.

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Highlands Lawyers daniella.paidi@highlandslawyers.com.au PO Box 125, Avenel 3664 Ph: 9994 1215 Social media www.instagram.com/highlandslawyers/ www.facebook.com/highlandslawyers.com.au

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GoFish Nagambie has thrown its last cast It’s with a heavy heart that we announce GoFish Nagambie has thrown its last cast and will not be returning in 2023 and beyond.

We gave it a red hot crack but no matter how hard we try, we cannot get the event into a financially viable position. Navigating COVID was one thing, but navigating the lasting financial impacts the pandemic has had on our industry is another.

Rod Lockwood, CEO said “It has been a privilege to operate GoFish in such a beautiful location and we’re thankful to Strathbogie Shire Council and Visit Victoria and supporting stakeholders who have shown GoFish Nagambie such incredible support over the years.”

GoFish Nagambie was conceptualised as a way to drive visitation to the town and build the Nagambie Lakes profile as a fishing hotspot within close proximity to Melbourne.

Lockwood said, “We are proud that across the three events held, we attracted 18,661 anglers, supporters and attendees resulting in a total of $16.63 million in economic impact to the region”.

“We’ll always be grateful to the fishing and Nagambie communities for your support” said Lockwood.

For now, GoFish Nagambie bids farewell. We were here for a good time, not a long time.

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11 Penrose Street, Nagambie

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No delays, no price increase, just move straight in. Built by a regional builder, Caddis Homes, this 28sq four bedroom brick veneer home is brand new and ready for a family to call it home. The 699m2 block is located in the house-proud area of Penrose Street only 700m from the supermarket and 900m to our beautiful Lake.

The home has two living areas, a formal lounge at the front of the house and an open plan kitchen, dining, living room opening to the alfresco on the north east corner. The Kitchen, with a butlers pantry, a 900mm freestanding gas cooktop and electric oven and heating and cooling from the two split systems. The north facing yard is a blank canvas and ready for your landscaping dream.

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26 River Street, Nagambie

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One of Nagambie's original best Streets, "River Street". A unique renovation opportunity with this two bedroom cottage which also has an attached four room bungalow. A terrific 960m2 block only a stones throw from the River Street Reserve.

This cosy cottage has 5kw's of solar on the roof, a garage and a high roof carport.

Whether you renovate, extend or knock down, this River Street location will always be highly sought after.

Mark Boyer 0418 941 628 Nagambie, Vic

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0418 941 628 Nagambie, Vic

1775 AvenelLongwood Road, Locksley This unique sustainable modular home overlooking the Strathbogie ranges and built by Anchor Homes is set on a 110 acre block with a tree lined creek meandering through the property. A clever orientation fills the home with streams of natural light through enormous seamless north east facing windows. Heated and cooled by 4 split systems, a cosy wood fire also creates an aura to relax, read a book and enjoy the tranquillity of this rural getaway. The 2.7m ceilings throughout the home are intensified in the two bathrooms with floor to ceiling tiles, hand blown light fittings and bespoke reclaimed timber vanities. The main bathroom features a large free standing bath with expansive views from the picture frame window. The spacious master bedroom fills with natural morning sunshine and includes a large walk-in robe and full ensuite.

The two additional bedrooms are in a separate wing allowing privacy for guests. The entertainer's kitchen is central in the home with a 900mm Westinghouse freestanding stove, stone benchtops and a walk-in pantry.

Ample water with two 22,730 litre tanks for the home and a 22,730 litre tank servicing a marvellous formal garden filled with an array of fruit, vegetables and herbs to keep a master chef foraging in delight.

Complementing the main residence is a large, functional 6m x 10m garage with concrete floor, electricity connected and an additional 3.5mx 2.5m container garden shed.

The gently sloping surrounding land is divided into two main paddocks with 3 dams and is currently under crop on an annual share farm agreement.

This wonderful getaway property is 1.45 hr drive from Melbourne CBD and services by v-line train services - you're only 7 minutes away from the picturesque town of Avenel which offers the best coffee, butcher and gourmet pizza regional Victoria has to offer.

Online Auction: October 6th 2022 Mark Boyer 0418 941 628 Nagambie, Vic

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Nagambie Museum – From our collection The 20th Light Horse, Nagambie 'B' (Bulldogs) Troop. In December 1938 the 20th Light Horse was compelled to increase its numbers by 168 men. Three new training centres opened, including Nagambie.

The 20th Light Horse 'B' Troop was formed in 1938, by Griff Hopkins, from Nagambie and district men. Lieut. Jack Shelton was Troop Commander. The first meetings were held in the old kitchen building of the burnt out McDonald's Hotel on the corner of High and Goulburn streets.

Each man supplied his own horse but was given some military equipment; a 303 rifle that was held in a bracket on the side of the horse, a sword and a uniform, with the trademark emu plumes in the hat. Men were paid five shillings a day, eight if they had their own horse. Early parades and training were held at 'Glencairn' and 'Chateau Tahbilk.'

A grainy photograph from the Weekly Times of November 18, 1939 shows 'pannikin time for the Nagambie men' at Seymour. A copy hangs on our museum wall, with the men identified and details added by local troopers George Comi and Bob Winter-Irving, from which I have borrowed heavily.

Their first camp was at Broadmeadows, with the second, on the Nagambie Road, just north of Seymour. At this second camp the Troop went over the Highlands to Yea. When training they

would ride their horses all night. In action men would hold three horses each, while the others used their rifles.

An Age journalist was moved by the sight of them arriving at the Broadmeadows camp on February 22, 1939. He wrote “This camp is on the very site occupied nearly 25 years ago by the men of the A.I.F., whose traditions they inherit.

It was … visible proof that the Commonwealth Government's appeal for 70,000 men has met with a quick response from the young farmers of Australia, and the young tradesmen of the country towns. The new recruits, who comprise about two-thirds of those in camp, are the living images, flesh of the flesh, bone of the bone, and blood of the blood of the quiet boys who went into camps so long ago and later won imperishable honor on alien battlefields.

In February 1940, 230 cavalry men and 250 horses were entrained for Geelong. The train left Jerilderie for Nagambie via Shepparton, Mooroopna and Murchison East. It took 18 hours for the trip. They returned by train in April 1940.

At some stage Nagambie Troop won a trophy as the best performing. It was given to Mrs Jack Shelton at Avenel for safe keeping. Local farmers left the Troop in 1941. The Troop was later disbanded in Geelong and then called the 20thMotor Regiment. Engines were replacing the horse.

Lieut. Jack Shelton was later killed in the Middle East.

Written by Judy Macdonald _______________________________ Pictured: Rear row: Don Perry, Bob Winter-Irving, Frank Hurst, Roy Morgan, Jack Le Deux, Joe Neal, Eric Morgan, Alex Anderson, Bruce McLean, G. Jarrett.

Centre row: George Comi, Bert Pollard, Ralph Baud, Archie McDonald (cook) Front row: Ian Day, Joe Zanelli, Rupert Sullivan, Russell Purbrick, Mat Ewart, Con Delaney and Albert Shaw.

“As they rode by squadrons in column of route along the macadam road into Broadmeadows, any familiar observer could recognise not only the same cast of features, but the same natural horsemanship, and the same easy seat in the saddle — an unorthodox seat, with lengthened stirrup and skilful bridal hand, the rider swaying in sympathy with the movements of his hack.”

Other members of the Troop not present in the photo were Jack Catlin, Basil McCallum, Bill Hoddinott, Alfred Smith, Vic Wedmore, George Thomas, Jack Habel, Dennis Horn, Don Carmichael, Frank Callaghan, Tom Deane, Les Morgan and Max McLeod.

Garden and Grounds Manager Tahbilk Winery located south of Nagambie has an opening for a Full Time Permanent Grounds and Garden Manager.

The role includes managing a small dedicated team with work spread across the Tahbilk Estate and additional sites in Nagambie.

You will be required to perform all aspects of gardening and landscaping, as well manage and maintain a variety of garden styles, including the care of National Trust listed trees, a large established formal garden, lawn citrus orchard, hedges as well as native gardens located at our Restaurant and Wetlands.

ABOUT YOU • • • • • • • •

Minimum Cert III in Horticulture 3 years experience Ground and Garden Horticulture Have excellent communication and attention to detail skills Ability to work independently and within a team High level of Safe work practices Able to use chemicals substances in accordance with OHS and industry standards Good level of fitness to undertake the duties Beginner to intermediate knowledge or Word and Excel

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Great access to staff wine discounts

A wonderful and supportive team to work with

Prospective candidates are required to undergo an online psychometric assessment.

The Tahbilk Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with all federal and state laws.

To apply please send letter of application and resume to Pauline Psaila, ppsaila@tahbilk.com.au

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Scoot, skate or ride, it’s the Euroa locals’ time to shine The Australian Skate Park League (SPL) is coming to Euroa on Sunday 2 October for the North East Skate Park Series, within the Eastern Regional Series, a part of the Victoria League.

The Victoria League makes up one part of the YMCA’s national pathway program that comprises of leagues in Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Northern Territory, Western Australia and New South Wales.

The Euroa round is part of an interconnected series of skate park events that will be held across the region, and will feature Scooter, BMX, and Skateboard competitions.

The series is a great opportunity for both seasoned veterans and young enthusiasts to get involved. The athletes can compete to be crowned the winner of the North East Skate Park Series, while those still finding their feet get the opportunity to have a go, improve their skills, interact with the pros and win some fun prizes.

In addition to crowning a winner, each series of the SPL gives the community the opportunity to get involved and cheer on their own.

Commentating and judging of the events are done by enthusiastic locals, who also get to learn about running a skate park event.

YMCA Victoria, in conjunction with the Victorian Skateboarding League (VSA), BMX Victoria and participating Local Government Areas (LGAs)

typically facilitate over 100 SPL events a year that make up the Australian Skate Park League.

This makes SPL the biggest and most established grass roots skateboard, scoot and BMX series in Australia.

“Over the years, the SPL network has grown to over 3000 participants. Despite the numerous lockdowns and rescheduled events throughout 2020 and 2021, the anticipated increase in participants across all disciplines will ensure the success and longevity of the SPL, and the Y can continue enriching and celebrating skate park communities.” said Alice Hogan, Manager of YMCA Action Sports.

The Euroa round has been brought to life through a partnership between Strathbogie Shire Council, YMCA Victoria, Victorian Skateboarding Association (VSA), AusCycling and Skate Australia.

Other major sponsors of the Victoria League include Goliath, Fast Times, Element, Skater Maps, Rampfest, Scooter Hut, Root Industries, Grit Scooters, Crisp Scooters, Aztek Scooters, District scooters, Phoenix Scooters, Striker Scooters, Drone Scooters.

Details of Competition: Date: Sunday 2 October Time: 11am – 4pm Location: Brock Street, Euroa To register for the Eastern Regional Series, fill out the SPL registration form.

Interview opportunity: Matthew Brett, Operations Director, YMCA Action Sports

Swettenham Stallion Parade The strength of the thoroughbred industry in Victoria continues to grow and the Goulburn River and Ranges region are reaping the benefits.

For the first time since 2019, thoroughbred studs of the region were able to open their gates in a traditional stallion parade setting. With perfect;y manicured grounds these prestigious properties have missed the visitors equally as much as the visitors have missed the stallion parades.

Yulong hosted the first of the stallion parades on

August 14th, followed by Godolphin on August 19th and Swettenham Stud on Sunday August 21st.

Thoroughbred breeders, trainers and clients turned out to witness and celebrate the stallion parades.

In beautiful spring conditions, beneath sunny blue skies, Swettenham Stud Principal, Adam Sangster and his team were delighted to have visitors to the farm after the 2020 and 2021 parades were canceled due to the COVID19 pandemic.

Every stallion looked magnificent and the event was well received with more than 300 attending the final of the stallion parades for 2022.

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Avenel Primary Book week celebrations We celebrated National Science Week with some fantastic activities last Friday, 19th August. It was great to see a large number of parents and other family members in attendance, joining in with the students.

There were mixed aged groups, with a variety of fun, hands-on experiments to

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complete. As the students rotated through the activities there were lots of “a-ha” moments with learning and excitement.

We also celebrated Book Week on Thursday 25th with a dress-up day. Much fun was had by all. After the parade, the students rotated through some book week activities, highlighting our love of literacy and books.

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Book week celebrations Wasn’t it great to be able to have our Book Week Parade again! After missing out the past two years, our students and staff certainly enjoyed dressing up and celebrating their favorite book characters.

I was very impressed by the creativity and

effort of our students and their families.

And lets not forget the staff – another memorable performance. I loved how much joy students and families got from dressing up. COVID lockdowns reminded us all of the importance of the simple, routine parts of life and the joy of regular reading is certainly one of them.

Mary MacKillop Feast Day On Monday the 8th of August, St. Mary’s, Rushworth visited our school for St.Mary Mackillop of the Cross’ Feast Day. We celebrate this because Mary Mackillop along with Fr. Julian TenisonWoods, started the Sisters of St. Joseph and opened Catholic schools for the underprivileged. The Josephite Sisters were responsible for establishing our school and St. Mary’s. Mary MacKillop is also Australia's first ever saint.

When the St. Mary’s students arrived, we had a little prayer service and learnt about Mary Mackillop’s life. When the prayer service was finished, we had our recess break together. After recess, we got split into 5/6s, 2/3/4s and F/1s & in these groups we rotated through three activities - a Nagambie Lake walk, meditation and quiz with Gen, making key rings with Miss Flynn and making a book and doing colourings withMrs Tang. Next we had lunch time and a sausage sizzle. Finally, we had another gathering before the Rushworth kids left. We had so much fun and enjoyed forming new connections

and friendships with the St. Mary's students. We're already looking forward to next year!

AFL Victoria Visit We were fortunate enough to have Tate from AFL Victoria visit on Tuesday 16th August. Tate took us through skills such as handballing, kicking, marking, kicking on the run & working as a team.

The students had a fantastic time & look forward to seeing Tate again next week.

St. Vincent De Paul Winter Drive Throughout the month of July we held a food drive for St. Vincent De Paul.

Families donated non-perishable goods to help those less fortunate & we were very impressed with the generosity of our school community. We were lucky enough to have Bill Keating from St. Vincent De Paul, Seymour come & collect the goods & explain how they will help people in need.

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Doug and Diane Proud (03) 5794 1520 We can supply all of your quarry products Specialising in: washed natural river pebbles, concrete, plaster and propaga�ng sands, Seymour toppings, crushed rock and topsoil.

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We meet at the new time of 1.00 each Wednesday RSL Club 340 High St Nagambie.

For a chat about you and what we do, please contact Yvonne Dacey on 0412025845.

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Did you know that the Euroa Cinema has some great movies coming up? Have a look at the following and for a measly $10 you can see an evening show on the Saturday or on Sunday there are afternoon shows: The Phantom of the Open. Comedy based on a true story; a good one for the golfers in the community. Screens on September 3 and 4.

Ali and Ava. September 10 and 11.

Minions: The Rise of Gru. School holiday movie, September 21.

Best Birthday Ever. School holiday movie, September 28.

Bullet Train. Starring Brad Pitt. September 24 and 25.

Thor: Love and Thunder. Free youth movie. September 30.

To book your seat go to www.trybooking.com The latest Nagambie Streetscape Plan is open for feedback on Council’s online engagement platform Share Strathbogie. The last edition of The Community Voice also featured the plans. This is the second version and is open for public comment.

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Join Council Officers at Jacobson’s Outlook on September 15 from 11am until 3.00pm to provide feedback face to face. Alternatively the plans can be viewed at the Visitor Information Centre, 293 High Street, Nagambie.

Submissions close on September 28, 2022. It will be great to get the community feedback; we will only get one shot at this, so we need to get it right.

opportunity for us all.

There is to be a new grants opportunity of up to $5000 for community groups to apply for. Watch this space for more information soon.

On August 23 Councillors met in Avenel and spent a few hours viewing completed projects and some proposed new ones, as well as familiarising themselves with this great little town.

If you are interested in taking up bowls, there is a social men’s group that get together every Wednesday morning from 10am until 11am followed by a coffee at 11am to noon.

This year the Nagambie Bowls Club introduced a Saturday afternoon social competition which will go for a few more weeks before the pennant season starts.

We then went on to Longwood to inspect the football ground. Unfortunately, they were unable to stage a final there this year because of the state of the ground and player safety.

My “shout out” this week goes to my favourite Council worker, Walter, who you see tending our gardens daily. He has a great work ethic and always with a smile on his face.

We are so lucky to have him. Your shout mate!|

Next month councillors will be coming to Nagambie – keep an eye out for the date in a future publication - so if you have any thoughts on what we should be looking at, don’t hesitate to contact me (0437 932 147) or Dave Andrews (0498 463 094).

Until next issue, stay safe.

Reg

The St Kilda Film Festival is coming to Euroa on September 17 and 18. For $10 per person you get to view a selection of the festival’s best twelve films. This event is Australia’s longest running short film festival. A great

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Local Sport Update Nagambie Men’s Golf News 22/08/22 Dean Brown turns good form into winning form, the first round of the 2022 Nagambie golf club championships is underway with 37 golfers entering this year's event, Brown churned out a gritty 84-10-74 to win by one stroke and put his name on the Frank Zanelli honour board. Nine time club champion Jeremy Ezard made the perfect start to another title defence coming in runner up on the day with a 750-75 to lead the scratch division by 5 shots after the opening round. Third place went to hot contender for the A grade title Shane McCormick with a cagey 849-75. The B grade handicap leader after round one is Gary Bow with net 76 and C grade is currently shared

by Chris Roberts and Ryhs Shepherd with net 79's The nearest the pin prizes went to Graeme Galvin with one of his almighty thumps on the 3rd Tim Baldwin producing one of his many quality iron shots from off the 13th and championship leader Jeremy Ezard going close on the 16th. Next week will be round two of the championship stroke play, on office duty is G. Bow and in the bar j. Lodding.

29/08/22 Round 2 of three rounds of the Nagambie golf club 2022 championships was completed on Sunday with the course holding up against all the rain throughout the winter and even firming up after some sunshine late in the week. It was moving day in the championship with the pretenders moving out of the way and the contenders moving into position to pounce. Michael Sloan claimed his second win in a month to position himself within striking distance for this year's club champion honours. Sloan recorded a 74-3-71 to win the day's event by 3 shots. Runner up went to David Fullager with a 96-22-74 , Fullager was the lucky one of 5 golfers all finishing on net 74, the others in count back order were Shaun Bryant, Barry Cryer, Jeremy Ezard and Michael Mensfeld, an illustrious list if there ever was one.

The championship standings after two rounds are Jeremy Ezard leads Micheal Sloan by 6 for the club champion title, A grade net Michael Sloan 149 leads Shaun Bryant and Shane McCormick both 151, B grade net David Love 155 leads Gary Bow 158 and C grade proving once again to be where all the excitement is Michael Mensfeld and Rhys Shepherd share the lead on 157 with Alan Anderson next best with 159.

The nearest the pin prizes went to Michael Sloan finding the hard to hit 3rd, Jeff Mills creating a high level of conjecture in the clubhouse stating 9 iron was

used to claim the 13th, and Michael Mensfeld showing why he is leading C grade with a crisp hit on the 16th.

Next week's golf will be the final championship round a monthly medal will also be on offer, office duty is D. Brown and in the bar J. Lodding.

Nagambie Women’s Golf News - 17/08/22 There were 9 players this week, who played Stableford in heavy conditions but no rain overhead.

The A and B Grade winner was Annette Mills with 31 points and the C Grade winner was Kylie Carmichael with 25 points.

The extra 9 hole competition winner was Mills with 13 points on a C/B from Moz Fowler.

Balls for 18 holes, down the line went to Mills [30] and Fowler [28] and 9 Hole balls to Mills and Fowler both with [13] No nearest the pins were achieved.

The club would like to congratulate Cathy Lawrence on being naturalised as our new Aussie citizen. Well done Cathy.

Nothing to report for our Chicken run on Thursday too wet for most people. That is 2 weeks in a row we’ve only had 2 brave souls go out to play. Hopefully the rain will stop away next Thursday.

Next week’s game for the ladies is Stableford, Monthly Medal and Social Club trophy. Also a reminder to the ladies to get your partner for the GOULBURN CUP on Sunday the 18th September.

28th August Wednesday the 24 th saw 12 ladies playing Stableford for the monthly Medal. We were able to have 2 grades which was really good. This Month’s Medal winner was Irene Keogh with 36 points, and of course Irene was the A Grade winner as well as the extra 9 hole competition with 19 points.

The B and C Grade winner was Bev Brown with 33 points. Balls down the line for 18 holes went to Irene [36] Bev [33] and Annette Mills [31] Balls for 9 holes went to Irene [19] Bev [18] Annette [16] The nearest the pins on the 3 rd was Annette and 16 th Moz Fowler. Wednesday the 31 st is a Par event.

Thursday the 25 th saw 13 players out on the course for the Chicken Run playing stroke after a 2 week break from the rain. The winner was Dave Love with 47-7-40nett. No nearest the pin was achieved.

Next week will be Stableford on the back nine.

Avenel Bowls Club Avenel Bowls Club will hold season 2022/23 Opening

Day on Sunday 11 September. The members who escaped the cold wet Victorian winter for the warmer northern states are now back home, so it is anticipated that a full complement of members will be in attendance.

Proceedings will start from 1pm with a welcoming speech by the chairman followed by the rolling of the first jack and bowl for the new season, then the traditional opening day intra club game of bowls will be played. Uniform to be worn please.

At the conclusion of the game of bowls, afternoon tea will be served. Members, please bring a plate for the share table.

Anyone interested in joining the club as a full member or a social member will be most welcome to come along and join in all the opening day celebrations.

The bowls co-ordinator has organised two practice matches. The first at Seymour on Tuesday 13 September starting at 9.30am, pennant conditions and BYO lunch.

The second at Shepparton Park on Saturday 8 October.

More details later.

Please add you name to the list on the noticeboard if you are attending the opening day and/or practice match at Seymour.

The first round of the Goulburn Valley Playing Area midweek pennant season for division 3 will take place on Tuesday 27 September. Avenel will play Euroa at Euroa. Division 5 will play their round one match on 11 October at Mooroopna.

Weekend pennant for both division 3 and 7 starts on Saturday 15 October.

Special thank you to Margaret and Donna for opening the clubhouse and running the bar every Thursday evening all through the winter months. The happy hour was very popular and well attended by the members. Everyone appreciated your efforts to ensure we all kept in contact through a long cold winter. Well done ladies.

The club received $3,884 from Council’s 2022/23 Community Grants Program – under the Active Healthy Communities category - which was endorsed by Councillors at the recent monthly Council Meeting.

Strathbogie Shire Council Acting Mayor Cr Paul Murray said barefoot bowls provided a relaxed, non-competitive setting for community members to participate in the sport.

“It is aimed the introduction of barefoot bowls will encourage more residents to take part in the sport which offers both healthy benefits as well as social connection,” Cr Murray said.

Experienced Avenel Bowling Club members will supervise and support new players during matches which will be followed by a social gettogether.

Cr Murray, who has enjoyed bowling an end or two over the years – said barefoot bowls was a great way to encourage the whole community to get involved.

“It is terrific to see that the bowls program will include specialist equipment for anyone with a disability,” he said.

“These sessions are a great way for the local community to make connections – which has been difficult during recent years with periods of lockdowns.”

Avenel Bowling Club will put the Community Grant funding toward purchasing sets of bowls to bolster the supply as the club expands the barefoot bowls program.

Pictured from left: Avenel Bowls Club Vice President Marion Gittus with members Noel Slater, Graeme Toy, Pam Pedder, Grace Kenworthy and Ruth King (seated).

Avenel community encouraged to participate in barefoot bowls Get ready to slip off your shoes and head to the Avenel Bowling Club as the club introduces bare foot bowls later this year.

Seymour Star Sophie Locke plays first AFLW game On the eve of her debut with AFLW team Hawthorn Sophie Locke was out and about in Nagambie soaking in the sunshine in an attempt to settle the nerves before the Saturday’s game at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne.

The Community Voice caught up with Sophie to see how she was managing the attention.

“I’m really excited and extremely nervous, it’s (the game) going to be so big on Saturday night.

“I just want to get one touch and I will be happy,” said Sophie.

Well as it turned out, Sophie got way more than a touch. Wearing an armband in honour of her mother, Sarah who lost her battle to breast cancer a fortnight earlier, Sophie ended the game with about 10 kicks, five tackles, and will go down in history as kicking the first ever goal for Hawthorn’s AFLW team.

Hawthorn lost to Essendon but will now focus its attention on playing St Kilda in Round 2 in front of home fans for the first time at Box Hill City Oval, with the match taking place on Sunday 4 September at 4.10pm AEST.

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