Leigh News - Inverleigh. August 2023 Edition.

COUNCIL APPROVES FEDERATION BRIDGE REPLACEMENT IN INVERLEIGH

At the 25 July Golden Plains Shire Council meeting, Council approved the replacement of Federation Bridge in Inverleigh and will begin a detailed design and construction tender process to replace the structure.

Federation Bridge has been closed to the public since January 2023 following flood damage from severe storms in October and November 2022. The 25-year-old bridge has undergone a detailed safety assessment, and estimated repair costs range from $140,000 to $204,000 while the full replacement is estimated at $287,000. These estimates include design, site establishment and contingencies.

The identified short-term repair works do not necessarily bring the pedestrian bridge up to current standards, and would only marginally extend the life of the bridge.

Golden Plains Shire Mayor Cr Brett Cunningham said Councillors agreed the best course of action was to replace Federation Bridge to provide maximum benefit for the community.

“Given the relative values of the repair options versus the replacement costs, it’s a better value for money proposition for Council to replace the existing bridge than to proceed with short-term repair works.

“The existing structure is approximately 25 years old, and while repairs may extend the life of the bridge for another 25 years, replacement provides a 75-year estimated design life.

“Council acknowledges the inconvenience caused for pedestrians who regularly use the bridge, however the safety of all bridge users is paramount and Council is committed to replacing the structure to ensure it remains an essential asset for the Inverleigh community.”

Residents are advised to avoid the bridge and follow all safety directions. Pedestrians can access Savage Drive and Rankin Road using the footpaths alongside the Hamilton Highway and Common Road.

Council will continue to keep the community informed regarding Federation Bridge and will seek engagement from the local community on proposed design options.

Following the design and construction tender process, Council anticipates works to be completed in early 2024.

GAME-CHANGING UPGRADES FOR DON WALLACE RESERVE - TEESDALE

We are getting on with delivering our election promises for our community and upgrading the Don Wallace Reserve in Teesdale.

Teesdale sporting clubs and community will enjoy brand new facilities at the Don Wallace Reserve, with a $1.5 million announcement for upgrades.

This significant investment will see the construction of state-of-the-art, female-friendly changerooms, providing the community with top-notch facilities they can take pride in. Member for Eureka, Michaela Settle, joined Teesdale residents on Wednesday 28th June to celebrate the recent announcement with a sausage sizzle.

She also joined Golden Plains Shire Mayor, Cr Brett Cunningham, to announce an exciting plan for a complete re-development of the Don Wallace Reserve oval. In total, the oval redevelopment will cost $650,000 with the Golden Plain Shire Council contributing $400,000. The announcement was included in the Victorian Budget 2023/24, which is providing more than $213 million to deliver and improve community sports infrastructure and support initiatives that boost participation and inclusion in local sports clubs and organisations.

Michaela Settle Member

Obituary - Joan Moreillon

Local Bannockburn identity, Joan Moreillon passed away on the 8th July 2023. She was aged 97 years.

Joan grew up on the original Longmore property on Longmore Rd (now Russell’s Rd) on the side and flats of the Moorabool Valley, a working orchard and dairy farm. Joan spent 7 years working at Geelong solicitors, Crawcour and Hollyhoke, travelling there by bicycle and train each day. In 1948, Joan accepted a role at the Bannockburn Shire and continued there for 5 years.

On marrying Ron in 1950, she moved to the newly built home in High Street, directly across the road from the family produce store which Ron took over after his fathers death. Joan soon left the Shire and moved full-time into an active role within the family business, a role that she continued every day beside Ron, until selling the business in November 1987.

‘Moreillon’s Store’ was synonymous with Bannockburn, being a place of business for farmers and townsfolk alike, a drop-in centre for those just wanting a chat and of course the communications headquarters for the local and regional CFA.

Although Joan dedicated herself to many local organisations throughout her time in Bannockburn, right up to the time that she moved into Geelong, it was the CFA that she and Ron devoted so much of their lives to. In fact, although

Ron was the appointed communications officer, everyone recognised Joan in that role equally. This recognition culminated in CFA involvement in Joan’s Memorial Service noting her 50 plus years of service. During this time, both she and Ron were awarded National Medals for their long and outstanding service. Other community organisations that Joan committed herself to were the Bannockburn Infant Welfare centre, the Bannockburn Tennis Club as a Committee member for many years, Primary School Mothers Club, the Country Women’s Association (CWA), Russells Bridge and then Bannockburn Presbyterian Church and founding member of Bannockburn Probus.

Even after Rons passing in 2014, the red brick house in High Street would remain Joans life and home until 2019 when she moved into Abervale at 93 years of age before moving to Bupa Barrabool in late 2022.

Another link to Bannockburn’s past now sadly lost.

Orchids to see in the Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve during late Winter and Spring.

As winter draws to a close, the reserve is about to burst into a riot of colour with the coming of the warmer Spring weather . The reserve is host to a myriad of flowering plants – from tiny groundcovers to the tall Manna Gums. Of special interest to me are the orchids – from the tiny Gnat Orchids to the Majestic Inverleigh Spider Orchid

During August, the predominant orchids are the greenhoods (Dwarf, Trim and Nodding and Blunt Greenhoods, and Maroonhood) and helmet orchids Veined, Slaty and a new one this year for the reserve, the Fringed Helmet Orchid, along with the small Gnat Orchid.

In early September, the more colourful orchids start to flower – the Bluebeard Orchid, followed by three species of the yellow Golden Moth and Rabbit Ears orchids. One of the more spectacular orchids is the critically endangered Inverleigh Spider Orchid, which usually starts flowering in mid-September

There are around 50 species of orchid in the reserve, and some can be found in flower in all seasons except summer. Around 20-25 species flower in Spring. Other Orchids you will see in flower during Spring are the small greenish brown Wasp and Bird Orchids, Gnat and Greenhood Orchids, the Sun Orchids in shades of yellow, pink and blue, Donkey Orchids with their yellow and brown flowers – plus the endangered Purple Donkey Orchid which flowers in November. The species in flower change from week to week, so several visits are needed to enjoy the full range.

Orchids can be found almost everywhere in the Reserve – Golden Moths are common in grassy areas and in the firebreak along Common Road. The dappled sunlight among the trees is where you will find most of the orchids. Sun Orchids, Golden Moths and Tiger Orchids (late Spring) are widespread and common throughout the reserve, while most of the others are relatively common but usually found in patches. Good areas to look for orchids are along Old Teesdale Track, between Camp and Old Shelford Tracks the bracken area along Fern Track and along Camp Track.

A guided wildflower walk led by the Friends of Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve will be held on Sunday October 1st, 1.30 – 4.00. Details in next edition of Leigh News or contact Keith Windle windle.keith@gmail

Neil Anderton

Bluebeard Orchid

Golden Moth Orchid

Inverleigh Spider Orchid

Pink Fairies Orchid

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WHAT'S ON?

Wednesdays Playgroup at Inverleigh Hall P12

12th August Inverleigh Food Swap P28

10th August Midday. Seniors at Inverleigh Public Hall P28

12th August Inverleigh Football Club Family Day P21

14th August Teesdale Tennis Club AGM P15

18th September Future Lamb Forum P26

INVERLEIGH PROGRESS ASSOCIATION

meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall

on the 3rd Wednesday of each month @7 :30pm (Except January) VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME

President: Hilary Hamilton

Treasurer: Luanne Thornton

Leigh News Editor: Peter Trevaskis

The Progress Association has been actively working towards improving the amenity of Inverleigh for over 40 years. Of course all such organisations need volunteers and the Association is no exception. Without them nothing happens. If you have some ideas for the town you would like to achieve, you are welcome to join us and help achieve them.

Some of the projects completed by the Progress Association include:

Public Toilets Progress Association members worked for many years with Council to have new block built. They are used more than any other toilets in the Shire.

The Clock a new clock was recently installed on the clock tower in our main street.

Town Entrance Signs. IPA worked for many years to procure the 2 Entrance Signs (Hamilton Highway East and West) welcoming travellers to our town.

The Inverleigh Historical Society was formed in 2004. It operates under the auspices of the Inverleigh Mechanics Institute and Public Hall Committee.

Our Aims are to collect and preserve items of local historic interest and to promote research and interest in local history.

meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall

0n the 4th Wednesday of each Month @ 2pm

(Except December & January) VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME

We welcome all donations to our collection or the opportunity to copy material. We are most grateful to the many people who have kept the Historical Society in mind as they sorted through their own collections. We undertake many interesting projects and have enjoyable meetings, which you are welcome to attend.

Peter’s Editorial

You will have noticed the front cover story relating to the Replacement of Federation Bridge, a vital piece of infrastructure for School Children, walkers using the walking tracks etc. It is such good news that our Shire has worked quickly to provide the best outcome for all our users, local and visiting.

We are also looking forward to works starting in August to the parking area's along the service road, from the Inverleigh Hotel, to the Bakery and continuing west to Sonny Cafe and Store. There will of course be disruption to everyday life but we must keep in mind the end result for the convenience and safety of locals and visitors too.

Acknowledgement of front cover article. (Federation Bridge)

Released by: Eric Braslis, CEO, Golden Plains Shire Council

Media contact: Lachlan Cowlishaw, Senior Advisor, Communications and Engagement, Golden Plains Shire Council

P. 0407 141 271 E. lachlan.cowlishaw@gplains.vic.gov.au

Electronic Copies of the Leigh News are distributed far and wide for readers to enjoy. I send a copy to Rosemary Richardson in England each month and she responds each time, always with a note of how much she enjoys reading about Inverleigh and district. He husband Ian has sent me an article this month regarding Gum Trees and their impact on the countryside and the cities in England. I hope you enjoy reading his well written article on page 8. If you would like an electronic copy emailed to you to pass on to friends and relatives, just let me know at: leighnews@bigpond.com I'm happy to send it to you.

Convenor - Bronwyn Price, Secretary - Christine Windle, 0403 267 286, inverleighhistsoc@gmail.com

Another Bloody Eucalypt

(First published Daily Telegraph, London, 1997)

BY GUM,

IT'S ANOTHER BLOODY EUCALYPT

by Ian Richardson

Let's get one thing straight right away: I am an Australian and I love eucalyptus trees. But not in the UK! When I first came to Britain nearly 30 years ago, eucalypts - or gum trees as Aussies prefer to call them - were something of a rarity.

An Australian friend and I had an inebriated plan to sneak onto Hampstead Heath at night and plant eucalyptus seedlings all over it.

Sanity and sobriety prevailed, but the English suburbanite has since seemed determined to do the job for us - at least in their own gardens.

These days eucalyptus trees seem to be everywhere. There are even at Buckingham Palace, where the Queen has planted three over the past 15 years.

England gave Australia its rabbit plagues; now Australia is retaliating with its gum trees.

I live in Ealing, a genteel, leafy part of London, proudly enjoying its Englishness and its unofficial title Queen of the Suburbs.

And I have to confess that my wife has grown a eucalypt in our back garden, but that is okay: it is a bonsai, just eight inches high.

A friend and near-neighbour was once given a eucalyptus tree as an anniversary present. It arrived as a small shrub in a pot, but grew 50-feet high. [Update: The current owners of that property had the tree removed in November 2017 at a cost of around £1000 after it became clear that it was in danger of being blown over.]

She had to have it severely cut back several times, each at a cost of several hundred pounds.

A few years later it is back to its original height and the pruning has made it even wider.

Despite this, she loves her eucalyptus tree, and at least she has it planted in a sensible position well down the garden - which is more than can be said for most I have seen, inexplicably, planted against brick fences or house foundations.

Within two blocks of my home there are at least 20 large eucalypts, looming over their host homes and the street.

Apart from their disfiguring effect on the English suburban landscape, the problem with eucalypts is that they grow at a terrifying rate in this climate, achieved by sucking huge amounts of moisture from the ground and consequently from around foundations.

And because they are evergreens, they continue to keep out the light during the dull winter months.

I predict that eucalypts - along with conifers - will eventually be voted The Tree We Most Wish We'd Never Planted.

James Tighe, the plant adviser at the Syon Park Garden Centre in west London, thinks many people have been attracted to eucalypts because of "the romance of growing something from a foreign climate".

Charles Erskine, the man in charge of the tree and shrub collection at the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, has a few eucalyptus specimens in his care but urges caution when buying them for a suburban garden.

"They grow so fast they can catch you out".

It's a bit like the Leyland Cyprus, which people buy for hedges, then discover they have a row of trees up to 70 feet high," he said.

One of the biggest suppliers of eucalypts is Celyn Vale Eucalyptus Nurseries of Corwen in Wales. It sells between 50,000 and 100,000 a year.

Not surprisingly, the owner, Andrew McConnell, disagrees that eucalyptus trees are inappropriate for the British landscape.

"More than 80% of plants grown in this country don't 'belong' here, so you could write off all kinds of trees if your argument were accepted," he says. He admits that eucalypts can be an "environmental disaster" in the wrong place, but his company issues picture labels and other information to try to ensure that customers buy the right sort of trees and know where to plant them.

The company is now also offering varieties that don't grow quite so quickly.

"If intelligently planted, ornamental eucalyptus trees are not a problem," McConnell insists.

Despite such soothing words, I remain unconvinced.

If God had wanted England to have gum trees, he would have also provided koalas and kangaroos. Eucalypts simply don't look right here. This is specially so in winter when they stick out like giant plastic ornaments in the austere, grey and grand winter landscape. But don't despair, there is one good use for these arborian invaders from the Antipodes: Take to them with an axe and save the branches and leaves for your next barbecue. As any Aussie will tell you, there's nothing quite like a beefburger or a lamb chop cooked in the aromatic

First responders collaborate in training exercise

Wingeel Rural Fire Brigade, south-west of Inverleigh, is situated in an isolated farming area. Consequently, it could be half-an-hour or more for back-up to arrive and our firefighters turning out to a vehicle accident need to be prepared to deal with any eventuality.

Training officer, Peter Koster, organised an elaborate training exercise recently involving three vehicles at a mock Motor Vehicle Accident. To make it more realistic, he invited Birregurra Police Senior Constable Josh Goonan, the Winchelsea SES and the Colac Camera Club to take part.

Five members from the SES acted as crash victims – one trapped in an electric car, another was hunched in the ute’s driver seat and incoherent, while the passenger door was open. Meanwhile, the driver of a Subaru station wagon was wandering around aggressively wielding a garden fork. He could have been drunk or on drugs.

“This is where the police are invaluable,” said Peter Koster. “They are trained to handle dangerous people and interfering bystanders, so that our firefighters can get on with the job.” The interfering bystanders were represented by members of the Colac Camera Club acting as pesky journalists looking for a story.

As if dealing with aggressive, injured and possible missing persons was not bad enough, a little later smoke started erupting from beneath the electric vehicle and then a cylinder on the back of the ute started ‘leaking’. The cylinder was labelled anhydrous ammonia, which is deadly when inhaled and apparently is regularly transported along the Hamilton Highway.

Hopefully not all those scenarios would happen all at once, but any one of them could occur and first responders need to know how to deal with them.

Senior Constable Josh Goonan said, “Multi-agency exercises like this are such a beneficial experience for everyone involved. It was a great opportunity for me to meet members of the Wingeel CFA and Winchelsea SES and to take learnings away to be better prepared when attending incidents such as motor vehicle collisions.”

It was a learning experience for our firefighters as well. Captain Stewart Hamilton said, “I was responsible for killing us all, twice, but I learned a lot.” And this was a key message that Peter Koster hoped to get across – the number one rule when turning out is your own safety first. He said, “It’s no good trying to rescue people if you get killed in the process.”

All-in-all everyone taking part enjoyed the exercise. Nutty Nellie from Channel 9 CCC aka Lynn Sargeant from the Colac Camera Club said, “We were in tears of laughter on our way home. Although it is a very serious exercise and the more practice the better for these people who do a fantastic job in horrible conditions. I take my hat off to them.”

Thank you to Senior Constable Josh Goonan, members of Winchelsea SES and the Colac Camera Club for their assistance in a very worthwhile training experience.

Cathy Cheadle Wingeel Rural Fire Brigade

GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL From the Mayor’s Desk August 2023

As we head into the last month of winter, I’d like to again thank the Golden Plains community for their valuable input throughout our Budget 2023/24 journey. Now adopted, Council looks forward to rolling out more than $49m to deliver over 70 services to the Golden Plains community.

Last month, I joined Member for Eureka Michaela Settle MP to attend the official opening of the Meredith Multi Playspace and funding announcement for the Teesdale Oval Upgrade.

The Meredith Multi Playspace features an upgraded skate park and new BMX track. It was fantastic to see this community-driven project come to life, and I look forward to seeing kids and families enjoy the space.

It was great to also join local footballers and tennis players in

Teesdale to welcome the allocation of $250,000 from the Victorian Government’s 2022-23 Country Football and Netball Program for the anticipated upgrade to the oval at the Don Wallace Recreation Reserve.

I’m excited to see the upgrades come to life for our ever-growing sporting community.

It was also great to see the implementation of speed limit reductions in Linton, Smythesdale, Teesdale and Bannockburn to enhance pedestrian safety across the Shire. Council has been working closely with the Department of Transport to advocate for these speed limit reductions and ensure the safety of all road users and pedestrians in Golden Plains.

We continue to work to identify upgrade projects that will improve safety for all residents and visitors to the Shire.

Council has begun to seek feedback from the community for the development of our Footpath Strategy 2023-2033. The Footpath Strategy will assist Council to manage its

current footpath assets and develop pedestrian networks to every township.

I encourage residents to consider the footpath networks in their township and provide valuable feedback on what they think can be improved for the benefit of the local community. It is fantastic to see the extension of Council’s Community Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) Program for the next six months.

The extension of the program will enhance testing capacity and detect COVID-19 cases quickly, contributing to community health management and control measures.

Finally, I am looking forward to the return of the Active Golden Plains ‘Spring into Summer’ Program which is set to begin next month.

I encourage residents of all ages around the Shire to keep an eye on Council’s website for the upcoming timetable and participate in the fun activities.

Mayor Cr Brett Cunningham

Council will host a free environmentally focused Photography and Plant Identification workshop titled ‘Photo[Synthesis]’ for residents to capture the environmental significance of the local flora and fauna of Golden Plains.

Open to all residents of all photography abilities, the workshop will be held on Saturday 12 August at the Don Wallace Teesdale Grassy Woodlands Reserve, 1164 Bannockburn-Shelford Road, Teesdale, from 10am until 12pm.

Participants of the workshop will not only develop their photography skills in the natural environment, but also gain a deeper knowledge of local native and non-native plant species.

Photos captured as part of the workshop will also be eligible for entry in Golden Plains Shire Council’s Spring in the Shire photography competition, returning in 2023.

Participants are required to bring their own device to capture photos (camera, phone etc.)

For more information and to register for the Photo [Synthesis] workshop, visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au/events

August 2023 Calendar

As the Historical Society has little information on the current usage of the hothouses in Park Street that calendar image will be allowed to stand alone.

This is Part 1 of an occasional series on the road and street names of Inverleigh. On the 1865 Town and Suburban Lots of Inverleigh map (accessible through the State Library of Victoria) only eight streets are named. The following is the known understanding of the selection of those names, but we are always interested if alternative information is forthcoming.

East Street: Eastern boundary of the township grid.

Dundas Street: Henry Dundas, 1st Viscount Melville, (born April 28, 1742, Scotland) British careerist politician whose adroit control of Scottish politics earned him the nickname “King Harry the Ninth.” Name used worldwide.

Newman Street: Samuel Newman was the second licensee of the Horseshoe Inn after William Lawson went to Geelong in 1852. It is likely the survey team sampled his hospitality.

West Street: Not quite the western boundary but just a location. Apparently nicknamed “cow pat” Lane remembering there were few fences.

Cambridge Street: No information, but this was the route from the Leigh River ford westward before any survey.

High Street: Portland Bay Road 1840, Great Western Road , Lower Western Main Road 1863, Lower Leigh Road, Geelong Hamilton Road, Hamilton Highway B140 and within the township, High Street.

Napier Street: Sir Charles Napier died 1853. British Army Commander in Chief, India.

Napier placenames include New Zealand,

Canada, Antarctica, South Africa, Mercer Street: The Derwent Company, controlled by the Mercer family was the first to select a large landholding in this district and around Fyansford.

Of course naming a road did not mean that it was ever used as an address, all early mentions in the Geelong Advertiser use a house name, not a street name. Just like today, residents relied on the Post Office to direct their mail correctly.

For some years in 1860”s there was a toll gate managed by the Bannockburn Roads Board. In April 1865 thirteen vehicles carrying the children of the Presbyterian School on their annual picnic were held up at the locked toll gate and sixpence each was demanded. As expressed in the Geelong Advertiser “ The person thus in the habit of extracting Ford dues might do worse than remember that all he owns of the accommodation is the gate and padlock. He has not evidently travelled in the country much; if so, he has yet to learn that neighbours have to be accommodating in roads and fords. He seems to forget his indebtedness for facilities afforded him by his neighbours which, if measured by his own rule of conduct, his dimensions and privileges would become beautifully less.”

Inverleigh Historical Society meets 4th Wednesday, 2pm at the Inverleigh Hall.

Liz McDonald

Join us for some fun this Winter

Inverleigh Playgroup welcomes all parents, grandparents and carers with children aged 0-4. Come along and try a session!

We run a weekly play session which brings families together to learn and develop through informal play activities and social interaction. Our aim is to provide a variety of experiences, toys and activities for children to enjoy, and create an inclusive atmosphere where care givers can have a hot drink, relax and build connections that last beyond playgroup. New members are always welcome, we hope to see you at a session soon!

Please join our Facebook page to keep up to date with weekly events and special announcements!

Have you noticed that new picnic tables have been installed in the Free Camping Area?

The area has been cleaned up a lot following the removal of some Cyprus Trees which were well past their useful life.

The free camping is well used by many on their travels and will be further improved when the replacement trees are planted in the future.

When: Wednesdays during school terms

Time: 9.15 – 11.15am

Where: Inverleigh Public Hall

Cost: $5 per family

What to bring: Please bring a piece of fruit to be cut and shared, a drink bottle and a hat Tea & coffee provided

Inverleigh Playgroup Contact: Holly Windle 0432 632 130 (President)

Smoke alarms are the first line of warning in your home of a poten6al fire.

Here are some )ps on maintaining yours. It is also recommended that the actual smoke detector unit is changed for a new one every ten years.

Hopefully you don’t get to hear yours apart from tes6ng.

Contact Helen Collins on 0418 340 387 for all your Interior Design & Styling needs and she will work with you to create beautiful & functional spaces

Golden Pens - Write side up

G’Day from the penners for August. Only one month left until spring is declared, by the calendar at least, I, personally can’t wait to feel some more sunshine as I have felt the cold this year.

Our writing group is going strong, with some cracker stories and poems being produced by the members and laughter filling the room at the library. If you think you would like to join us, we meet every fortnight at 1:30pm on Thursday and we are very welcoming, we can be contacted via email goldenpens4@gmail. com

This month’s poem is written by Laima and we hope you enjoy her take on the benefits of being a furry feline. Cheers, Wendy.

A Cat

A cat will choose the time and place, When to eat, exercise, embrace. You need only ensure a cosy room, a sunny place, A yard in which to run and hunt. It does not need the full attention

Of any human intervention. It choses to approach whoever’s willing to do his bidding,

It rules the roost, no matter what, But even if you’re out of sorts, the cat needs care,

He needs food and shelter, a homely place,

Thanks to:

Ross & Caroline Wilson of Shelford and Mora Leach of Inverleigh for faithfully supplying the monthly rainfall figures. Your efforts are very much appreciated.

Where he knows the layout, and routine, Where warmth and comfort are his lot And he is not disturbed a jot. Can you offer that?

Well, if you can, I’ll be your cat!

Laima Mcardle Nov 2022

Teesdale Tennis Club Inc.

Don Wallace Reserve-1164 Bannockburn–Shelford Road-Teesdale Vic 3328

To all members, families and residents of the Teesdale and surrounding communities

You are invited to attend our AGM to be held on the Monday 14th August at 7.30pm at the Don Wallace Reserve Teesdale. This short meeting will be followed by a general meeting.

Please note: All current committee members have been running the club for a long time and some will be retiring their positions at the AGM. This is a great opportunity for some new residents of Teesdale and the greater surrounds to take over and build the club moving forward. We are a proud club with a great history; we would love to continue to see our club serve the community well into the future.

Positions required: President - Vice President - Secretary - Treasurer - Junior CoordinatorSenior Coordinator - Midweek Coordinator - General Committee Members

For further information please call Judi Evans Ph: 0418 552 794 All Community Members Welcome.

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Trading Hours: Friday. 10am to 2pm, Sat. 10am to 1pm, Sun. 10am to 1pm Monday to Thursday appointments can be made to open, just contact Wendy, on 0407 350 437 or enquire within the store.

Locally owned and operated by Wendy De Francesco, this shop is located at Shop 1/29 High Street, Inverleigh (next to the CFA).

Local Creations specializes in upcycled furniture and home décor, they also offer a custom furniture painting service with various styles that can be enquired in the store.

Local Creations has a range of stock and also supports small local businesses with items ranging from handmade:

-Candles -Soaps -Skin Care Products - Tote Bags

-Local Artwork- Even something for your pooch

POLICE REPORT FOR AUGUST 2023

Hello all, We had an incident recently where someone pressed the call button on the wall of the police station and found it did not work. When the button is pressed it will ring the Bacchus Marsh Police station but over time the Police department telephone technology has changed and the calls to Police stations now go through prompts which require number options to be pressed to get through and the old call button does not have that ability. The assistance button will not put you through to a police member anymore and cannot be changed which is something to be aware of.

We have had some recent reports of Burglary and Thefts in Teesdale which are currently being investigated. Please report any suspicious activity/loitering and remember to keep gates, vehicles and doors locked when not at your premises. In Teesdale please be aware that the 60 km/h speed zone on the Bannockburn-Shelford Road on the Eastern side of the township has been extended. Please be aware of this change.

I am still coming across some drivers doing 100 km/h in the 80 km/h zone on Harvey Road Bannockburn. This zone has been changed for over a year now and the reduced limit needs to be followed.

I am getting more reports of dangerous driving between Inverleigh and Geelong. The sections of the Highway with double lines have increased dramatically and there are few places now where overtaking is permitted. Please be patient and do not take unnecessary risks to save a few minutes on your journey.

The railway building in Inverleigh is suffering from more external boards being pulled off and is quite a bit of disrepair now. I continue to inform the rail authority to try to shutter it but eventually it’s removal may have to be considered due to its dilapidated state.

Hopefully the worst of winter has passed us, and the weather is on the improve especially for the Football and Netball finals which will shortly be upon us.

Keep safe Chris

MUSHROOM

Contact Peter or Dianne 5265 1757 or 0418 514 926

Estia Health Bannockburn is currently offering 2 weeks FREE respite.

Estia Health Bannockburn is a Residential Aged Care home and has availability for both respite and permanent care. Call Kelly on 0419 030 510 if you would like to have a look at our wonderful home and find out more details on Aged Care.

Call Kelly on 0419 030 510 before this offer expires (31 August) and to book your personal tour today. Current availability for both respite and permanent care.

71 McPhillips Road, Bannockburn 5281 1991.

Local Library News

Build Your Digital Skills – Information Session

Bannockburn Library

Learning digital skills is more important than ever. Geelong Regional Library is providing free digital skills workshops for over 50s. The Building Digital Skills program is suitable for beginners & intermediates. Join us to learn more, enjoy morning tea and get started!

The program can help you with:

* Computer basics

* Using smartphones or tablets

* Avoiding scams

* Using My Gov

* Online banking and more!

Take Part: Local Art – Art Workshop Series 2023

Bannockburn Library

Come along, meet some other interested people while making art. All materials will be supplied.

Mystery Mural with Lindy Allinson

Saturday 2 September 9:30am-11:30am

Bookings essential; online or Bannockburn Library 4201 0661.

Thursday 7 September 10:30am-11:30am

Book group

Third Wednesday of the month 2:30pm-3:30pm

Bannockburn Library

We provide the books and a welcoming community of fellow readers. BYO coffee, join in the conversation and share your love of books. All welcome.

Inverleigh Exercise Group

A weekly excercise group is held every Thursday from 10am in the Inverleigh Public Hall.

Led by Jaxon from Hesse Rural Health, this group benefits from a variety of different exercises to promote your ongoing health and wellbeing.

Come along, enjoy good company, stretch some muscles, and follow up with a coffee at

ARTISTS & CREATIVES

Informal coffee & networking to meet other Golden Plains creatives.

Sunday August 27th, 11am

Sonny Cafe, High St, Inverleigh

RSVP Lyndel 0419 619 996

13th

GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE

Date: Friday 28 July 2023

COUNCILLOR SUPPORT AND EXPENSE POLICY ADOPTED

At the 25 July Council meeting, Golden Plains Shire Council adopted its updated Councillor Support and Expense Policy (the Policy).

The revised Policy comes after an extensive review and consultation process, taking into account the opportunity to provide clarity and to further strengthen accountability and equity in local government, delivering a higher degree of transparency and integrity for Councillors and for the public.

Key changes to the Policy include; the addition of overarching and informing principles aimed at guiding decision making under the Policy; changes to the approval process for professional development programs for Councillors; approval for attendance by the Mayor at the annual ALGA conference held in Canberra which will no longer require a resolution to Council; and maximum annual expenditure on professional development programs for the Mayor increased to $5,000 to reflect the additional responsibilities of the Mayor.

The Policy was endorsed by Council at its May Council meeting and placed on public exhibition for a period of twoweeks, with no submissions received during that period.

Pursuant to the Local Government Act 2020 (The Act) Councils must adopt and maintain an Expense Policy in relation to the reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses for Councillors and members of delegated committees. It sets clear boundaries and ensures that funds are utilised efficiently and prudently.

Golden Plains Shire Council Mayor Cr Brett Cunningham says the updated Policy ensures compliance with The Act.

“The adopted changes to the Councillor Support and Expense Policy provide a consistent and transparent framework for Councillors and Council officers when managing Councillor support opportunities and expense reimbursements.

“The amendments align with policies developed by surrounding Councils and Local Government Victoria’s best practice policy.”

To view the updated Councillor Support and Expense Policy, visit www.goldenplains.vic.gov.au/council/organisation-and-governance/council-policies

– ENDS –

Released by: Eric Braslis, CEO, Golden Plains Shire Council

Media contact: Lachlan Cowlishaw, Senior Advisor, Communications and Engagement, Golden Plains Shire Council

P. 5220 7199 │M. 0407 141 271 │ E. Lachlan.cowlishaw@gplains.vic.gov.au

“FACIALS AT RACHEL’S”

•Luxury Facials – 40 minutes

•Mini Facials – 20 minutes

•Pamper Package – 1 hour

•Makeup Services

•Gift Vouchers available

Withover 11 years in the beauty industry, I

Hosted by Gemini Prime Lamb Sires

Riverview 610 Urches Road, Werneth VIC

Morning tea, lunch and refreshments provided.

Topics

• Transitioning from composites to haired sheep

• How do shedders compare to maternal and terminal breeds

• The latest data from sheep genetics on terminal, shedders and maternal breeds

• The latest information on Pneumonia in sheep

• What’s happening at Gemini Prime Lamb Sires

• Mental health, The Danny Frawley Centre

UltraWhite sheep & the 2023 Gemini White Suffolk sale team for the upcoming October sale

$30pp with all money raised going to the Danny Frawley Centre

MONDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER 2023

9.00AM - 3.00PM

Craig & Chloe Mitchell

Gemini Prime Lamb Sires

Dr Joan Lloyd DVM,MVS (Vet Pathol) PhD

Joan Lloyd Consulting Pty Ltd

PNEUMONIA IN SHEEP

Presenting on Dr Joan’s research into Pneumonia in sheep

Rob Costin

Prime lamb producer from Apollo bay, running 7000 commercial sheep

GETTING NUDE

Rob’s experience in changing from composites to shedders (Nudies)

Marnie Hodge

Sheep Genetics, MLA

THE LATEST ON SHEEP GENETICS ASBVS

Looking at how shedders compare to Terminals and Maternals

Nathan Scott

Achieve Ag Solutions

INFORMATION BASED DECISION MAKING

Do we take wool off? Put better wool on?

Or simply keep doing what we’re doing, but better?

Chelsea Frawley

Danny Frawley Centre

MENTAL HEALTH, THE DANNY FRAWLEY CENTRE

"Allied and Specialist Health Clinic" in Winchelsea

Services Include:

Dr Kathryn McLeod -Renal Physician. Call 5229 8550, (you need a referral from your GP) BCYF - Mental Health Clinician

BCYF Mental Health Service is free and accessible with a referral from the Medical Clinic

Stacey Hall - Osteopathy. renewosteopathy.com or call Stacey 0493 443 066

Tahlia Berg - Physiotherapy www.geelongsportsmedicinecentre.com.au or call 5292 1917

Joy Brennan - Hypnotherapy. make an appointment to See Joy on 0400 573 369

Brenton Rees -Exercise Physiolog. Please ring 0428 790 023 for your appointment.

"The Exchange" was the the old Winchelsea Post Office and Telephone Exchange, and is situated adjacent to the very modern Winchelsea Medical Clinic. The Post Office & Exchange was built in 1915 as part of an "economic program" throughout the nation. You can see quite a few of these iconic buildings still in many rural towns to this day. We have refurbished the interior to meet the need for further Medical and Allied Health Services in the region.

Prosper Health Podiatry Danny Hegarty - Podiatrist. Contact Danny on 5209 3238

Ben Featherston - Audiology. Call 5264 7451

Honey Hive - NDIS Activities & Support Program honeyhive.com.au or ring Tania on 0414 247 399

Nick Balic, Osteopath-nick@newtownosteopathy.com.au or book online at: newtownosteopathy.com.au

Georgia Rose - Dietician. She has extra credentialling in Eating Disorders. contact Georgia on 0438 598 058 or online at georgiarose.nutrition@gmail.com

White Lotus offers Traditional Usui/Tibetan Reiki, a practice that promotes relaxation, reduces stress and anxiety, and promotes a positive mental state through gentle touch.

Reiki (pronounced Ray-Key), is a Japanese word meaning “Universal Life Energy”, the vital, creative force that flows through everything. When used as a therapy, referred to as The Usui System of Natural Healing, it is an energy balancing technique for improving and maintaining health, based on the principle that a balanced energy system leads to a healthy mind and body.

White Lotus also offers the opportunity to purchase beautiful crystal jewellery, carved crystals and individual pieces of Mother Earth’s natural wonders, ethically sourced from around the world. There is also an array of books and homewares to choose from which can also be viewed on Facebook and Instagram.

FB: Whitelotus Reiki and crystals Instagram: whitelotus_reiki

For further information or to arrange an appointment for Reiki or to personally view crystal shop, contact Jane on 0417 143 669. or email whitelotus_reiki@outlook.com

White Lotus Reiki and crystals is a small business based in the picturesque township of Inverleigh Vic.

MONTHLY FOOD SWAPS are held in INVERLEIGH on second Saturday of the month

9:30 to 10:00 @Sonny Cafe and in BANNOCKBURN @ St. Mary MacKillop School 4th Saturday each Month

CWA

NATIVE HUT NIGHT BRANCH

Est. 14th July 2014

This branch meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm at Teesdale Hall, Main Road Teesdale

All ages welcome. It is not an “oldies” group. If you are interested in attending please contact:

Shirley 5281 5354

Lions Club of Inverleigh

Leigh Valley

"Lions Club newspaper collection".

Leigh Valley Lions Club collects newspapers & magazines for recycling.

Funds raised are used for both local & international Lions projects.

Community members are asked to deposit their papers in "LIONS" marked wheely bins located at Inverleigh Hall & beside the Bannockburn Library in High St. Pick up of large amounts can be arranged by text or phone to Secretary John Crowe 0414 674 156.

SURPRISE SHOP

Inverleigh’s OP Shop

Open:

Mondays: 1 – 4 PM

Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays

9 AM – 1 PM

Closed School Holidays

EFTPOS and Cash

Do not accept: Electrical Goods, Car Seats, Furniture, Your Rubbish

Op Shop Bannockburn have relocating to St. Johns

Anglican Church 11 Byron Street Bannockburn

Opening hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 to 4 Saturday 10 to 1

Justices of the Peace

Mr Keith Windle

77 Dundas Street INVERLEIGH Ph: 0429 651 298

Mrs E McDonald

47 High Street

Inverleigh Ph: 5265 1270

INVERLEIGH CHAINSAW SHARPENING SERVICES

For only $10 each Chain you can get your chains looking brand new CALL 0447 516 857 TODAY TO GET YOUR CHAINS READY FOR THE WINTER. DROP OFF OR PICKUP IS AVAILABLE

Golden Plains Baha’i Community

The Baha’i Faith upholds the oneness of God, the oneness of Religion and the oneness of mankind. Religion should unite all hearts and bring spirituality and world peace. The equality of men and women is essential to create peace.

Spiritual

education for all.

We have no clergy as it is up to each person to investigate truth for himself. “The earth is but one country and mankind its citizens” Baha’u’llah For more information: bahai.org or Bannockburn 52 812 102, Teesdale 52 815 143, or Ross Creek 53 420 286

Mr Peter Bufton

110 Savage Drive INVERLEIGH Ph: 0448 694 204

Mr Rod McKenzie

7 Ruxton Crt.

Bannockburn Ph: 0408 527 704

Mr Stephen Gilligan SHELFORD

Ph: 0409 432 933

LEIGH DISTRICT RIDING CLUB INC

A00041565N meets for rally every 2nd Sunday

@10.00am

Victoria Park, Park Street, Inverleigh Vic 3321

New Members always welcome for enquiries please contact

Pres. Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313

Sect. Claire Heazelwood 0438 449 048

P O BOX 87 INVERLEIGH VIC 3321

St. Joseph’s Catholic Parish of Meredith

Contact Details:

Parish Priest Father Joseph mob. 0404 598 558

Office Phone: 5286 1230

Office open Wednesday & Friday 9.30am to 4.30 pm

AUGUST MASS TIMES

Winchelsea St John the Baptist 5pm 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th

Anakie St Brigids 9am August 6th, 20th

Meredith St Josephs 9am August 13th, 27th

Bannockburn St Mary MacKillop

11am 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

Inverleigh Sacred Heart 4pm August 20th

RECONCILIATION/ANOINTING BY APPOINTMENT PH. 5286 1230 OR FR. JOSEPH 0404 598 558

LEIGH PRESBYTERIAN PARISH

Inverleigh

“Forwedonotpreachourselves, but ChristJesustheLord...” (2 Corinthians 4.5)

Sunday Service at Inverleigh

10 am.

VISITORS ARE ALWAYSWELCOME

For further information: Rev.SurendraWesley 0428489222

Anglican Church

Church Services each Sunday

8 am Inverleigh

10 am Bannockburn

5pm Meredith

38 High Street, Inverleigh

Rev’d Dr. Tim Smith 0412 673 152 Geoff Morgan 0408 106 559

Inverleigh and District Red Cross

Meet monthly in Inverleigh Public Hall at 1.30pm.

June 19th.

Annual Meeting August 14th, 12 noon Lunch. October 9th.

December 11th (Xmas lunch to be decided).

Heather Bogie President 0408 521 090.

Cathy Altmann Secretary 0409 024 578.

Inverleigh Hall

Hall Hire Contact

The Inverleigh Hall Committee promotes the use of the hall and develops and maintains our fabulous community asset.

If you would like to become involved by serving on the committee or by initiating activities at the hall, please contact

Anne-Maree Tarbett 0417 512 240

INVERLEIGH CWA BRANCH

Welcomes existing and new members alike.

We are so much more than just Tea and Scones ladies!

Social Meetings 7.30pm every last Wednesday of the month (except Dec/Jan).

Meet in Presbyterian Church Hall. inverleighcwa@gmail.com or Eliza Peel Ph 0438 351 483

VICTORIA

PARK Park Street

INVERLEIGH GROUNDS FOR HIRE

TOILETS

GRASS & SHADE

OVERNIGHT CAMPING (NO POWER)

CANTEEN & CLUBHOUSE

ANIMAL FRIENDLY HORSE YARDS

Reasonable Rates

CONTACT:

Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313

Tai Chi @ Teesdale Community Hall

Thursday’s 9.30am

phone: 0414 944 926

KNIT, KNATTER AND THAT GROUP-TEESDALE

Bring a craft, learn a new craft or come for a walk, chat and cuppa.

Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday’s , 9.30am - 1.30pm At Teesdale Community Hall

*BYO craft and lunch

*Tea & Coffee provided.

Cost $5 Joining fee. $3 per session

Contact Lesley 0400 547 157 or Pat 0417 339 161

TEESDALE MECHANICS INSTITUTE

(Formerly Community Hall)

Behind the CFA Building Main Road, Teesdale FOR ALL YOUR HIRING NEEDS

Hall, Meeting Room, Kitchen, Tables, Chairs & Crockery.

For bookings, phone Dale on 0428 386 724

WHO CAN I TALK TO?

24 Hourtelephone counselling ANONYMOUS CONFIDENTIAL IMMEDIATE

Phone 13 11 14 LIFELINE

Meredith And District Motor Cycle Club

We meet the 3rd Sunday of every month for our ride day (NO RACING AND NO QUADS /4 WHEELERS)

We have 2 tracks: One that is set up as a motocross track that is marshalled and we also have a smaller flat track for kids/ beginners to learn to ride.

St Johns is in attendance as well as a canteen.

For more information please: head over to our Facebook page MADMCC or call 0415 503 869.

VICTORIA PARK

wish to advise the Scrap Bin is CLOSED until the end of January 2023.

INVERLEIGH SING SESH

LOVE TO SING?

LOVE TO SING BUT THINK YOUR TERRIBLE? INVERLEIGH SING SESH IS FOR YOU? Further info: call Robyn 0408 346 222 or follow us on facebook.

INVERLEIGH SENIORS

Meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall @ Midday on 2nd Thursday each Month for a Meeting, guest speaker and afternoon tea and 4th Thursday each month for an outing.

• Exercise Classes Each Thursday from 10am till 10:30.. At the Inverleigh Public Hall. Cost $5 each

• Seniors Meeting at Inverleigh Hall

10th August @Midday

This is our Annual General Meeting! We will have lunch together ($5 each) and hear Manda McDermott, Community Care Manager from Silverchain update us on services available.

• Seniors Outing 24th August to Door Gallery Cafe @ Fyansford Papermills

Meet at Inverleigh Hall @ Midday to Carpool or Meet us at the venue @ 12:30

for more info contact- President: Peter Trevaskis 0407 100 791 Secretary:Liz Platt 0423 301 519. Treasurer: Val Robertson 5265 1492

5/14 High Street Bannockburn.

Phone: 4217 3810

We are open:

Tuesday's 9am to 7:30pm

Wednesday 9am to 5pm

Friday's 9am to 4pm

Appointments for ALL Childrens needs are available during the School Holidays.

Tuesday's 9am to 7:30pm

Friday's 9am to 4pm

Winter Sports are approaching too. Make an appointment now for Mouth Guards

Creating bright smiles for the whole family

• Dental Care

•

Puppy Pre-School

IN OTHER NEWS

Dental Month Discount

Dental Care

Our pet’s dental care is an important part of pet ownership. Just like in humans, dental disease can occur in pets when plaque builds up on their teeth and isn’t cleaned. Bacteria and saliva stick to your pet's teeth and form a layer of plaque which is responsible for that furry feeling that we get when we don't brush our teeth. The plaque hardens over time into tartar. It will grow into and under your pet's gums causing gingivitis and halitosis (bad breath) which can lead to pain and tooth loss. If left untreated this can contribute to kidney, liver and heart problems. More than 85% of dogs and cats over four years of age have some form of periodontal disease.

During August we are offering 10% discount on all dental check-ups and procedures.

Contact the clinic on 52811221 to book an appointment to have a dental check.

Dental Products:

There are lots of things you can do to maintain your pet’s healthy teeth and gums.

Hills Prescription T/D diet is a clinically proven, uniquely formulated dental diet for adult dogs to reduce plaque and tartar development.

Greenies Dental Treats are a nutritionally balanced treat effectively controlling plaque and tartar build up.

Some of the signs to look out for are listed below.

• Bad breath

• Excessive drooling

• Pawing at mouth

• Reluctance to chew hard food

• Pain when handled around head

• Facial swelling

If you think your pet is showing the signs of periodontal disease it is important that treatment is started before any irreversible changes occur. Treating periodontal disease involves thorough scaling and flushing to remove tartar, plaque and infection. Any loose or badly infected teeth are removed. The teeth are then polished to help reduce future plaque build-up. Antibiotics and pain relief are administered at the time of the dental procedure and dispensed at discharge.

Welcome Lily!

You may have noticed a new face here at the clinic, we would like to introduce vet nurse Lily to the Bannockburn Veterinary Clinic team!

Puppy Pre-School

Did you know we run both Puppy Classes and Juvenile Puppy Classes here at Bannockburn Vet Clinic?

Puppy Class is an important part of owning a puppy as it teaches the basics of obedience and socialisation early on. This benefits the dog as it grows into adulthood with good behaviour and manners.

Our classes are run by our professional dog trainer Caroline Cotter from Puzzled Dog Training Services and run for 6 consecutive weeks. We have small class sizes which allows plenty of individual attention.

Juvenile Class is great option for young dogs who need that extra bit of training or socialisation but are too old for Puppy Class.

Sessions run for 4 consecutive weeks with our dog trainer Caroline. Some of the things you will work on:

• Basic Commands

• Confidence Building

• Foundations of the dog's learning

• Marker words

• Release Cue

• Patterns in commands

• Manners

• Lead Management

• Word association

• Strengthening patterns

• Impulse control

• Lead Handling

• Consistency in commands

Most importantly Caroline’s main aim is to build a foundation between owner and dog, and create a special bond between you and your new friend. Call the clinic on 52811221 for more information or to book into a class today!

Lily own's a beautiful lilac merle Border Collie puppy named Clifford. Clifford and Lily love spending time at the beach and paddle boarding together in their spare time.for adult dogs to reduce plaque and tartar development.

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Surfcoast Taxis

Our fleet of vehicles are growing to all late models and we are now covering an extended area including: Winchelsea, Colac, Bannockburn, Inverleigh, Great Ocean Road and Geelong.

We have a fleet of 10 seater Maxi Vans, all with Capacity to carry wheelchairs.

Surfcoast Taxis Pty. Ltd.

All Bookings: 0408 325 992

Fax: 5267 2699

Email: bannotaxis@gmail.com

(Admin or Stan 0429 672 888)

66A Batson Street, Winchelsea, 3241.

4050001044

Did you know that their is an "Open Space Committee" that looks after the area on the North Side of the Leigh River in Inverleigh, from the highway bridge, right around to Federation Bridge and continuing further west. The "Open Space Committee" have their AGM coming up in October. They require a "treasurer" to take care of a very modest amount of book-keeping. If you think you could assist with this, please email: leighnews@bigpond and I will pass your details on to the Committee.

Peter Trevaskis-Leigh News Editor.

NDIS provide number

NDIS provide number 4050001048

inc Winchelsea & Bannockburn Taxis

Our highly trained and compassionate vets and nurses understand how important your pet is to you and work with you to care for your pet, providing skilled diagnostics, treatment and recovery plans alongside preventative health management.

Supporting your community

When you choose to bank with Bendigo Bank, good things happen in your community.

Like our sponsorship of Inverleigh Fire Brigade

And when you belong to one of Australia’s biggest banks, good things happen with your banking too.

Feel good about who you bank with.

Find out more. Call us on 5267 3189 or search Bendigo Bank Winchelsea & District.

Bannockburn Surgery is a fully accredited medical practice that provides comprehensive GP services and have been practising within the community for more than 30 years. Bannockburn Surgery is the largest practice within the shire.

We are an accredited teaching practice – training medical students, nursing students and future GPs.

We also offer the following services:

Diabetes Education

Podiatry

Dietitian

Q Fever (Testing & Vaccines)

Yellow Fever (Vaccine)

NEW PATIENTS WELCOME

16 High Street, Bannockburn VIC 3331

Tel: (03) 5281 1481

www.bannockburnsurgery.com.au

Online bookings available

Dr Benjamin Fry

Dr John Henderson

Dr Cameron Profitt

Dr Veronica Donahoe Dr Rupali Jain

Dr Edward Carson

Dr Rebecca Tidd Dr Mohana Govardhanan

Directory of Clubs, Services and Organisations

Below is a directory for clubs, organisations and services operating in Inverleigh, Teedale, Shelford and surrounding areas. If you are interested in obtaining further information about an organisation, please feel free to ring and have a chat with them. Any club or organisation who wishes to be listed, please forward details to us and we will include your listing. We would also appreciate being kept up to date with contact details.

INVERLEIGH AREA

Anglican Church Inverleigh (St Pauls)

38 High Street, Inverleigh

services: please check Leigh News for current times

contact: Rev. Dr Tim Smith

Ph: 5265 1284 / 0412 673 152

Friends of Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve. President: Keith Windle, Phone 0429 651 298 windle.keith@gmail.com

Geelong & District

Carriage Drivers

Christa Jones 0408 342 403 gdcd.secretary@gmail.com

Inverleigh Bowls Club

Pres. Adrian Hurring

0418 593 849

Sec. Jenny Peel 0418 301 939

Inverleigh Cemetery Trust

Chairman: Bruce McDonald 0408 567 979

Sextant: Alex (Sandy) McCallum 0408 378 752

Secretary: Tonya Allen. 0411 624 309 inverleighcemetery@gmail.com

Inverleigh Cricket Club

Pres: Marcus Warton ph. 0400 199 309

Inverleigh CWA

Eliza Peel 0438 351 483 Inverleighcwa@gmail.com

Inverleigh Football/Netball Club

President: David Haste 0425 810 983

Inverleigh-Leigh Valley Lions Club

Keith Robson 0408 270 107 inverleigh.lions@gmail.com

Inverleigh Golf & Disc Golf Club

President: Greg Erwin 0408 651 744 Email: golf3321@bigpond.com

Inverleigh Historical Society

Christine Windle 0403 267 286 Liz McDonald 0417 066 433

Inverleigh Playgroup

President: Anna K. 0415 588 454

Secretary: Holly W. 0432 632 130

Inverleigh Progress Assoc.

President:Hilary Hamilton 5265 1384

Inverleigh Riding Club

Leighdale Equestrian Centre

Mark Mummery - 0437 807 675 or Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012

Inverleigh RSL Sub-Branch

President: Deema Johnston 5281 1106

Inverleigh Tennis Club

Shane Lubcke 0410 483 690

Leigh District Landcare Group

Sec: Sharon MacDonald 0448 582 348 shazmullen@hotmail.com

Leigh District Adult Riding Club

President: Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313

Secretary: Claire Heazelwood 0438 449 048

Victoria Park Reserve Bookings, Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313

MURGHEBOLUC AREA.

Murgheboluc Recreation Reserve.

Fiona Inglis. 0421 679 770

SHELFORD AREA

Shelford Cricket Club

Robert Rice (Pres) 0459 491 698

Shelford Progress Association

Sec: Glenn Jeffery 0413 317 779

TEESDALE AREA

CWA Native Hut Branch

Shirley Wild Ph: 5281 5354

Leighdale Equestrian Centre

Mark Mummery - 0437 807 675

or Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012

Leighdale Pony Club Inc.

Pres: Tom McCann 5265 1169

Sec: Sue Moran 0437 914 454

Teesdale Branch Liberal Party

Charlie Hartup 5281 5222

Teesdale Cricket Club

Alister Woods. 0439 395 456

Teesdale Pre School

Mandy Bartlett. 5281 5488

Teesdale Sporting Complex

Mrs Kay Hower. 5281 5389

Teesdale Tennis Club

Mrs Judy Evans. 5281 5328

Teesdale Community Hall

Dale Smithyman 5281 5486

Working Sheepdog Club

Glenn Agnew 0427 325 905

BANNOCKBURN AREA

Bannockburn & District Men's Shed

Syd McConachy (Pres)

Geoff Wild (Sect) 0407 835 731

-S E S

Emergency 000

Windstorm and Flood 132 500

Controller: Nathan Hansford Mob: 0409 811 138

EMERGENCY POLICE, AMBULANCE, FIRE, SES

Ring 000

FOR POLICE-WITHOUT LIGHTS & SIRENS Ring: 131 444

If you would like your Club or Service included in this directory, or if you need to update any details above, please contact the Editor.

TERM 3

FIGURE DRAWING

MONDAYS 6.30 – 8.30 pm

JULY 10 – SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

10-week course $250 ($25 per session)

Casual session $30

St Thomas Anglican Church Hall

27 – 29 Barwon Terrace, Winchelsea

HOME-SCHOOLED YOUTH ART

TUESDAYS 10 am – 12 pm

JULY 11 – AUGUST 29, 2023

8-week course $400

A friendly and interactive art class where you discover new methods and hone existing interests.

St Thomas Anglican Church Hall

27 – 29 Barwon Terrace, Winchelsea

CREATIVE DRAWING

TUESDAYS 1 – 3 pm

JULY 11 – SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

10-week course $550

Re enrol or join in term 3 at this light filled venue. Test media you’ve never tried, learn some technical drawing skills and find your expressive direction.

St Thomas Anglican Church Hall

27 – 29 Barwon Terrace, Winchelsea

PRINTMAKING

WEDNESDAYS 1.30- 3.30pm

JULY 19 – AUGUST 16, 2023

5-week course $275

Learn mono printing, Dry point etching, lino cut printing.

Location provided upon booking

PAINTING

THURSDAYS 1- 3pm

ENROL HERE

All materials included. Courses suit all levels of ability.

JULY 20 – AUGUST 10, 2023

5-week course $275

Painting all the basics and more!

Star Room

Winchelsea Neighbourhood House

All materials included. All classes suit all levels of experience and abilities. All courses provide technique and skill instruction. Individuals progress at their own pace in their preferred direction.

For further enquiries and booking information

Email: Hinterlandartschool@gmail.com

Phone: 0493 479 447

Hinterland Art School Winchelsea acknowledges the support of DEVELOP: 2022 Arts Development Seed Fund

Louise Hall BA Hons Fine Art RMIT TAE Training and Assessment

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Our opening hours (7 days) will be:

- Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 6:30pm

- Saturday: 9:00am - 2:00pm

- Sunday: 10:00am - 2:00pm

- Public holidays = CLOSED

Pharmacy Features

* Other Products & Services

- Loyalty Program

- Diabetes Australia (NDSS) Agency

- Home Medicine Reviews

- Webster-paks

- Free Prescription filing service

- Free Prescription reminder service (medAdvisor)

- Extensive range of Vitamins & Supplements

- Medela Breastpump Hire

- Hiring of crutches

- Weight Loss products

- Ear & Nose piercing

- FREE Home Delivery Service to:

o Bannockburn

o Teesdale/Shelford

o Inverleigh

o Lethbridge

o Batesford

- afterpay available

- Roogenic Tea stockist

- Passport Photos (Aust. & International)

* FREE to join

* 5 cents for every $1 spent on non-prescription products is added to your loyalty (no expiry)

* 20% Discount off gifts ALL YEAR

- Baby Club

* FREE to join

* $5 bonus when joining

* 10 cents for every $1 spent on mother & child products is added to your loyalty (no expiry

* 20% Discount off gifts ALL YEAR

- Extensive GIFTS to choose from, including:

* Glasshouse & Circa Home

* Handbags & Wallets

* Jewellery

* Robert Gordon

* Fragrances

* Aromatherapy & Wellbeing

* Infants & children’s gifts

- MooGoo products

- Natio

- Nude by Nature

- Sukin Organic Products

Aerial view of Inverleigh looking West. Photo by James Patterson.

DEAN WILSON Sales Manager & Licensed Estate Agent

FLETCHER WILSON Sales Associate