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JULY 2023

Volume 49 Number 6

A full report on Removal of Trees and their replacement is included on pages 4 & 5.

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INVERLEIGH PROGRESS ASSOCIATION next meeting : 19th. JULY 2023 7 :30pm@ Inverleigh Public Hall

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Inverleigh Progress Association Annual Report 2023

Having successfully completed a comprehensive community survey last year, it was time to move onto the next stage of formulating the Inverleigh Community Plan.

This was done by inviting representatives from all community groups to attend a workshop organised by the IPA. This workshop was both well organised and well attended, enabling open conversations between the various community groups. Using the survey results we were able to build upon what we had.

The Community representatives contributed to formulating a clear Vision Statement that reflects the strong Community feel for our township and surrounding environment.

The IPA then moved on to prioritising projects that could be achieved over the next few years. These priorities were then placed into a “draft” Community Plan. This draft plan was circulated throughout the community via all means available, including face to face chats and electronic Media. Comments welcomed, before a final comprehensive document was created.

This detailed document was then summarised into a “Plan on a Page” which was then presented to council by Luanne Thornton and Peter Trevaskis on behalf of the IPA. The presentation and plan received a very positive response. At this stage I would like to thank all those that contributed in some way, for their time and effort. In particular, thanks toDeb Morrison for the huge amount of time and effort she has dedicated to this project.

Since the completion of the document, seed funding has been applied for and received for the priority projects that were listed.

Having worked through the Community Plan, the IPA realised that it didn’t have a Logo that could be used on such documents.

A competition was organized to design a suitable logo that reflected our community. Robyn Tennant was awarded a $100 gift voucher for her winning entry. The IPA now has an official Logo that can be used into the future.

Luanne Thornton, on behalf of the IPA presented Ross Peel with a life Membership in recognition of the work on behalf of the community over many years. This was presented at a dinner held at the Inverleigh hotel late last year. We were happy to see both Coral and Ross at the dinner.

Over the past twelve months the IPA has indevoured to improve communications between the Golden Plains council and the residents of Inverleigh. This is a work in progress with regular meetings planned every three months which will enable an exchange of information beneficial to both the council and the Inverleigh Community.

Sincere thanks to Peter Trevaskis for the outstanding job he continues to do as the Editor of the Leigh News.

To Damian Baker for his tireless volunteer work maintaining the Open Space area north of the Leigh River, so that the rest of the Inverleigh Community can continue to enjoy natural environment along the river paths.

To Tony Waayers for his continued support even though we have been unable to find a new treasurer to fill his shoes. Something that needs to be addressed ASAP. To James Manche who has been our secretary for the past twelve months.

To Ewan Peel for keeping an eye on the maintenance of the river pump and to Murray McMillan for now being responsible for the Keys and for removing the pump when the river was threatening to flood.

Lastly, to the ongoing support of the members of the IPA. Hilary Hamilton President, IPA

Inverleigh Progress Association

Inverleigh has welcomed many new households over the last few years and the Inverleigh Progress Association would like to see more of you contributing to the benefit of your community?

Our community has been built in the most part by volunteer contributions. No matter what services have been provided or what has been built, volunteers have started the process with an idea, planning and work.

We have had a Progress Association for over 40 years and during that time many projects have been supported, planned and undertaken. The members liaise with Council and the community.

Have you • enjoyed the river walks, • admired the town entrances, • noticed the current tree removal, • participated in the recent community planning process, • read a copy of the Leigh News, • looked at the Notice Board, • enjoyed a party around the barbeque in Lawsons Park, • watched children play on the equipment, •been to the toilets, •or filled your tank with river water for your garden during dry weather.

If so, you can thank the IPA for this group has been involved in the completion of all of these.

But the group needs regeneration and more members with new and different ideas. We are appealing to a new generation to step up and take the organisation into the future.

If you are one of our newer or longer-term residents with some spare time, please come to one of our meetings. You would be made very welcome and might be surprised.

We meet on the third Wednesday evening. The next one will be held on Wednesday July 19th at 7.30 PM at the Inverleigh Hall.

Luanne Thornton.

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Why do I value the IPA? The Inverleigh Progress Association carries out community research, projects and planning and provides a community forum for ideas on how to make our community better for everyone. It is open to everyone.

The IPA has often provided support to projects initiated by other groups - in the form of lobbying, finding out information, communicating, hands on assistance, a financial donation or a letter assuring the grant organization that a project has the support of the wider community.

It is about local initiative and local helping.

The members of the IPA are from many walks of life and have many different interests.

What they have in common is their concern for our community and our beautiful town and district.

The Leigh News was founded in 1977 and was produced in flat sheet format before moving onto using very basic printing on gesteners and was manually folded and stapled by volunteers.

Today the magazine is produced using the latest IndesignCC software and printed at Federation University in Ballarat. I have been the Editor since August 2015 and this edition is the 87th I have produced. If you are interested in assisting and becoming involved, please get in touch with me at: leighnews@bigpond.com. I have met many and varied locals while preparing the magazine and just love it.

Peter Trevaskis.

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Following extensive consultation with the community, Golden Plains Shire Council will begin works to deliver the Inverleigh Tree Succession Plan.

The first stage of the works will see the removal of trees throughout both the eastern and western entrances to Inverleigh, and at the public camping grounds, with the first stage of planting to commence later in the year following soil assessment and conditioning to prepare the soil for planting.

Through community consultation, Rough-barked Apple (Angophora floribunda) was identified as the preferred species for the western entrance and Argyle Apple (Eucalyptus cinerea) was the preferred species for the eastern entrance.

Valley oak (Quercus lobata) will be planted on the surrounds of the public camping grounds sand Smooth Barked Apple (Angophora costata) will be planted within the public camping grounds.

The removal works will begin on Monday 15 May and are anticipated to take five weeks, pending weather, with traffic delays expected throughout this time which will be managed by traffic control.

A staggered approach to the works will be taken with works scheduled to begin on the eastern entrance before moving to the western entrance.

The works will see the trees dismantled, followed by stump removal.

Once the works are complete, mulch will be available to residents at various locations across the Shire with further information to follow.

Mayor Cr Brett Cunningham said it was fantastic to see the Inverleigh Tree Succession finally come to life.

“The Inverleigh Tree Succession Plan has been developed in partnership with the community and Council is pleased to have collaborated with residents to develop a plan that guides the removal and planting of the trees in Inverleigh".

“Community feedback has been integral in the development of the Inverleigh Tree Succession Plan, with the species of trees to be planted, decided on by the residents of Inverleigh".

“I look forward to seeing the planting of the 175 trees over the next three years, and I thank the community for their patience during the tree removal and planting process.”

The Inverleigh Tree Succession Plan was developed to detail the approach Council will take to the reinstatement of trees within Inverleigh and outlines the ongoing management of significant trees and newly planted trees at four locations throughout Inverleigh.

Text & Photo taken from GPSC Website.

Proposed replacement Trees for Inverleigh

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Rough-barked Apple (Angophora floribunda) Preferred species for the "western entrance".

Argyle Apple (Eucalyptus cinerea) Preferred species for the "eastern entrance".

Valley oak (Quercus lobata) planted on the "surrounds of the public camping grounds".

Smooth Barked Apple (Angophora costata) Planted "within the public camping grounds".

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GAME-CHANGING UPGRADES FOR DON WALLACE RESERVE IN TEESDALE Member for Eureka, Michaela Settle MP, is officially announcing significant upgrades for the Don Wallace Reserve, in Teesdale, with a $1.5 million allocation from the 2023/24 State Budget.

To celebrate this milestone, Michaela Settle MP will be hosting a sausage sizzle and community event at the Don Wallace Reserve, joined by Mayor of Golden Plains Shire, Cr Brett Cunningham.

Details of the event are as follows: WHEN: Wednesday, 28 June 4:30pm – 5:00pm

WHERE: Don Wallace Reserve 1175-1185 Shelford-Bannockburn Rd Teesdale VIC 3328

WHAT: The Teesdale Recreation Reserve has secured $1.5 million from the State Budget for the development of new female-friendly changerooms. Join Member for Eureka, Michaela Settle MP, as she celebrates this exciting achievement with the community and announces additional funding initiatives for the Reserve.

WHO: Member for Eureka, Michaela Settle MP Mayor of Golden Plains Shire, Cr Brett Cunningham President of the Teesdale Sporting Complex Committee, John Evans Representatives from the Teesdale Roos Junior Football Club and Teesdale Junior Football Club Auskick members.

Please RSVP to Lachlan Kilby if you plan to attend the event.

Media Contact: Lachlan Kilby Media & Communications, Michaela Settle MP Email: lachlan.kilby@parliament.vic.gov.au

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Playgroup at Inverleigh Hall P12 Inverleigh Food Swap P28 11am. Seniors at Inverleigh Public Hall P28 Chooks for Sale P22 Teesdale Tennis Club AGM P15

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

meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall

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

(Except December & January) VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME

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.

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.

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

Peter’s Editorial

The removal of the very old Cypress Pine Trees is now well underway with the Free Camping area cleared and the removal of the Plantation to the west of Inverleigh well underway. There has been noise of course through the day but this will soon be over, making way for the new plantings in due course. I have enquiries from quite a few locals asking if the old trees are being replaced? Yes, they are being replaced and I have included an article (pages 4 & 5) to remind us all of the new species selected and due for planting. There has been quite a lot of people, including myself, taking home some of the available mulch for gardens etc. We can all sleep well knowing we have some of the old trees put to very good use around our own properties. Thanks to the Shire Council for making this available to us.

The upgrade of the service road area from East Street to Dundas Street will be commencing in August, including drainage works and redevelopment of parking areas (see a notice on page 12). This is a welcome time of works for our town and of course, their will be some disruption during the works. Please be patient as the works proceed and welcome the upgrade as it happens. Works are planned to be completed in October.

8 Leigh News Bannockburn Grants Committee aids Men’s Shed once again.

On 18 May Bill Hughes of the Bannockburn Grants Committee presented a cheque for $2995.58 to the Bannockburn & District Men’s Shed, being the full cost of a Sherwood router table.

This presentation continues the ongoing support which the Grants Committee has given to the shed since our inception in 2013. Previous grants have provided the shed with a metal band saw, pedestal drill, a thicknesser & a belt/disc sander.

The shed members are most grateful for the support shown & encourage each other to support our local Bendigo Bank in Bannockburn.

The shed currently has 44 members from Bannockburn, Teesdale, Lethbridge, Anakie, Sheoaks, Geelong, Batesford & Inverleigh.

Interested men are invited to drop into the shed on Tuesdays & Thursdays between 10am & 3pm for a cuppa & a

Left to Right – Paul Duke, Geoff Wild, Ron Blow, Syd McConachy & Bill Hughes. yarn to see the benefits of being a member.

We have monthly lunches or dinners with our wives/partners who get to keep up with each other socially.

To enquire about the shed you can contact:President Syd: McConachy 0408 525 905 or Secretary: Geoff Wild 0407 835 731

Last term, our Senior students visited Inverleigh Kinder.

Everyone was so welcoming and excited to see us!

We had a fantastic time reading the picture story books we had made, playing games together, exploring the sound garden and engaging in nature play. We had such a wonderful time and can’t wait to visit again soon!

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GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL

NEWS

From the The theme for the Assembly was “Our Mayor’s Communities, Our Future” and it was Young women aged 15 to 20 in Golden great to listen to and suggest ideas to Plains also have the opportunity to Desk help build a stronger community in develop their leadership skills, grow Golden Plains amongst my peers.

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It was another busy month in Golden Plains with the adoption of the Golden Plains Shire Council Budget 2023/24 (the Budget) at the 27 June Council meeting.

Understanding resident priorities was essential in developing a financially responsible budget, and we aim to continue to deliver services and projects that are most important to the community.

The Budget is one of the most important processes we complete as a local government organisation, and I’d like to thank the community for their valuable input throughout our Budget journey.

Last month I attended the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) 2023 National General Assembly in Canberra with Golden Plains Shire Council CEO Eric Braslis.

It was great to host the Golden Plains Careers Expo (the Expo) at the Bannockburn Cultural Centre, where I led a panel discussion with guest speakers from local organisations.

It was fantastic to see so many young people attend the Expo and gain an insight into what pathways and opportunities are available to them as career prospects.

It’s an exciting time for young people in Golden Plains with a number of events and programs available across all corners of the Shire.

Council is currently calling for Expressions of Interest from young musicians aged 12 to 25 to perform at the Golden Plains Battle of the Bands event on Saturday 26 August at the Inverleigh Public Hall.

I encourage any young musician or musical act to register to perform at the Shire’s biggest free youth event.

Golden Plains Shire Council has released a draft growth scenario that shows where new housing and communities could be located up to 2050, in addition to future growth already planned in Bannockburn. This will form the basis of the Growing Places Strategy, a long-term plan that will shape the future of Golden Plains for the next generation and beyond.

The draft growth scenario has been informed by independent expert research, consultation with local and regional stakeholders, and the Community Vision 2040.

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self-confidence and explore gendered and cultural barriers in the Young Women’s Leadership Program.

The program will run in term 3 from 12 July and I look forward to seeing inspirational young women participating in the program.

Finally, I would like to congratulate Council’s first Young Person of the Month as part of our Youth Recognition Program – Jemma Mizzi.

Jemma is dedicated and enthusiastic youth leader whose contributions to the community are greatly appreciated.

If you know an outstanding young person in our community, I encourage you to nominate them as part of the Youth Recognition Program on Council’s website: goldenplains.vic. gov.au/youth-recognition-program

Mayor Cr Brett Cunningham

We’re getting on the front foot to respond to Victoria’s rapid growth, including in our neighbouring cities of Ballarat and Geelong, and the opportunity to capture some flow on growth and make it work for us.

This could bring benefits like new services and infrastructure, a stronger local workforce and new businesses and entertainment options. However, growth must be carefully planned to protect our farming areas, environment and country feel.

There are also several information sessions you can attend, and feedback is invited until 28 July 2023. Please visit: goldenplains.vic.gov.au/consultations 5220 7111 enquiries@gplains.vic.gov.au goldenplains.vic.gov.au

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10 Leigh News Inverleigh Nature Conser vation Reserve

This reserve, originally known as the Inverleigh Common is an area of 1050 hectares, bisected by the Inverleigh Teesdale Road.

It is now managed by Parks Victoria, with support from the Friends Group.

Acacia paradoxa, or Hedge Wattle has steadily taken over large parts of this grassy woodland area. Over the last few years amounts of money have been made available try to reduce the worst areas, where it has become impenetrable in parts. The original was planted as hedging material by our early settlers and rather like gorze has since become a problem.

Mulching has been proven effective and earlier this month two red mulching machines spent two weeks mulching thickets along Common Road. They were able to clear an area of approximately 50 metres depth north of the fire break stretching from the entrance near the Golf Club to the Inverleigh Teesdale Road, as well as going over an earlier area of regrowth. It was exciting to watch them driving over the large bushes and reducing them to a thin layer of mulch with a clear view of trees, which had been invisible to all but the kangaroos.

Luanne Thornton

July 2023 Calendar Gray’s Garden – have you visited?

Whether you visit for a picnic, stroll by with your dog or fly past on a bicycle when late for school, this lovely garden on the Leigh River is a delight. The Inverleigh Historical Society calendar image for July is of Gray’s Garden, taken by Bronwyn Price.

Forward planning prior to the construction of Federation Bridge in 2001, the Inverleigh Progress Association formed an Open Space Committee, to plan and gain permission for the paths and open space, created by the installation of a safe Leigh River crossing. Previous generations had tippytoed over Savage’s Log but with new house estates being built off Common Road, a pedestrian bridge was necessary. Alan and Joy Gray were part of this committee and shared in the vision of a community space coming with the new infrastructure.

The first improvement was the planting of the trees down the side of the unused extension of Newman Street, along the Vicar’s Paddock boundary (where the Church of England vicar kept his horse and house cow). This plantation was to encourage residents to move to the bridge and is now a fine stand of trees, and especially pleasing is the visual lines created with the contrasting bark of the trees.

Alan and Joy had the idea of creating a new garden and it became their special project.

Alan had always kept a native garden at home and had grown and sold plants to a native nursery. They wanted to show that a native garden could be pretty and encourage birdlife to the area. Of course, it was a lot of hard manual work and trial and error to see what would survive. Over the twenty years of floods, drought and the ‘despicable’ rabbits, it has required constant renovation and repair. The first flood removed the lower area, the long drought required years of carting water and mulch to keep the plants alive and sadly the flood last October did

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more damage, especially to the correas.

Successful plantings have been the banksias, grevilleas and more recently the kangaroo paws. Floods leave behind a weed problem and lots of rubbish.

Joy mentioned that when she is working in the garden you meet every dog, talk to visitors and the children riding past have just one comment “whatcha doin”. Currently Alan propagates all the new plantings, and he said “natives have a short life to cope with burning and drought, they produce seeds to keep the species growing”.

Alan and Joy are grateful for the assistance they have received from local community groups in the past with plants and rubbish removal. Now in their more mature years they would appreciate physical help from community members to keep the garden in good shape. To Joy and Alan, for all the hard work over twenty years we say “thank you”.

The Inverleigh Historical Society meets on 4th Wednesday at the Public Hall at 2pm and is currently working on the calendar for 2024. Any suggestions for images would be most welcome on: inverleighhistsoc@gmail.com Liz McDonald

12 Leigh News You’re welcome!

We have many wonderful families attend Inverleigh playgroup on both a casual and regular basis, with children joining us alongside a range of family members including mums, dads, aunties, uncles and grandparents.

“As Teesdale doesn’t have a playgroup, I thought I’d come to Inverleigh as it has such a lovely community feel. I felt so welcomed immediately and Adaline has been absolutely loving it. I get to chat with the other parents while Adaline makes new friends and plays with exciting toys.” – Emily “We’ve been coming to Inverleigh Playgroup for around two years now, to give Leo more social time with other children his age, and everyone here has been so welcoming! Leo and I love spending Wednesday mornings playing with our new friends, and enjoying the fun activities each week. It’s certainly not just for the mums either, it’s for everyone, dads and grandparents included.” – Michael

Looking forward to meeting you and your child one day!

Michael & son Leo

Christine & granddaughter Asha

Emily & daughter Adeline

Mark & son Johnny

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.

When: Wednesdays during school terms

New members are always welcome, we hope to see you at a session soon!

Where: Inverleigh Public Hall

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

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

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

Time: 9.15 – 11.15am Cost: $5 per family

Tea & coffee provided

Upcoming Inverleigh Car Park and Drainage Works Council advises that car parking and drainage works at the High Street Service Road between East Street and Inverleigh-Winchelsea Road, Inverleigh, are scheduled to commence in August 2023.

The works will include the installation of 32 upgraded car parks and subsequent drainage works, and have been designed to improve parking in the service road as well as improve drainage to minimise ponding and puddles in wet weather.

Traffic management will be in place to ensure public safety, and access to local businesses will be maintained for the duration of the works via alternative parking and pedestrian access.

Works will be completed in stages and are scheduled to be completed by October 2023.

The Inverleigh car park and drainage project is fully funded by Council.

CRESSY TIGER MOTH JOY FLIGHTS

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Golden Pens - Write side up G’Day from the penners for July. This month we have two poems from Bridh, we hope you like them. Stay warm. Cheers, Wendy.

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

A Lark Ascends Crossing a paddock, one sunny spring morning, I frightened a lark from her green grassy hide.

With a sudden whir of wings, up she leaped, shrieking curses, and, when assured, she climbed to the sky singing; gloriously singing.

I could not apologise; she was up, out, and away in one swift motion, trilling, trilling.

To the clouds she soared.

In the clouds she was lost, hovering there at Heaven’s door, singing for all the world to hear, wishing they could be as she; while I, alone in a grassy field, was thrilling; spellbound and thrilling!

Budgerigars We’re all Budge the budgerigar.

To find a crop of sweet green seeds We scout Australia wide, For there, we’ll see a bright green sea Of succulent Ozzie grasses And we’ll quickly eat and quickly leave, But quick, for there are those will say ‘Fresh budgie eggs and meat, And in their shells wee budgerigarettes.

We need a sign that says that ‘We are more than food for others,’ That we are all the Great God’s Budgie sisters and brothers.

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.

Like the sun after rain, We sing our thanks for life and food and more!

For we are all Budge the budgerigars And what I’ve said is law.

Leigh News 15 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 Coordinator Senior Coordinator - Midweek Coordinator - General Committee Members For further information please call Judi Evans Ph: 0418 552 794 All Community Members Welcome.

Chris Weiler's

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Ph: 0467 180 592 e: 4weiler10@gmail.com

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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

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POLICE REPORT FOR JULY 2023 Hello all, I have been receiving more reports of youths on motor bikes riding on the roads around Cleveland Drive, Hopes Plains road etc and into the new estates and the Inverleigh Common.

From Vic Roads: What are the rules for driving and motorcycle riding in state forests, parks and reserves?

The normal road rules apply for travelling on roads in state forests and parks. Drivers and motorcyclists must be licensed, and their vehicles must be registered.

It is illegal to take motorised vehicles off-road on public land.

Drivers and Riders must stay on formed roads and tracks, as off-road vehicles use can cause erosion, damage native vegetation and destroy wildlife habitat. It also poses a risk to public safety.

Unlicensed riding penalty $925, Unregistered m/ cycle between 66cc & 501 cc - $555.

As well as Police patrols the Parks rangers also conduct off road motorcycle patrols in the Common and will fine offenders.

If you don’t have access to a private property for your children to ride maybe don’t let them get a motorcycle!!!! That will stop any temptation.

Some of the reports have been that motorists have come across youths riding close to their vehicles which is very dangerous for the riders. I would hate to be knocking on your door to inform you that your child has been injured in an incident. How would you feel when you could have prevented it in the first place by not allowing them out of your property on a motorcycle!

Be aware it is a small community and a lot of people notice where the riders come from and if I receive any film of the behaviour I can issue infringements.

I received a recent tip off about an erratic vehicle in Hopes Plains Road which led me to an unlicensed driver from the Western suburbs. The driver received fines around $1000.

I received another tip off for a motorist speeding from Cressy around 130 km/h and I detected it around Wingeel Road at 133 km/h. He received a $601 infringement with 3 month Lic. Suspension.

Some other excessive speeding recently includes drivers doing 144, 139,130,131 km/h who all received licence suspensions. I have also detected a few suspended and disqualified drivers getting about the area who will receive summonses to appear at court.

Had a few recent collisions involving single vehicles running off the roads but luckily no injuries involved, always look to see if a vehicle approaching could be drifting onto your side of the road and be prepared to take preventative action. We also had a recent event of a substance being spilt on the Hamilton Hwy between Inverleigh and Cressy which resulted in several collisions from the slippery substance.

Already halfway through the year and fast approaching school holidays when we see a lot of travellers passing through the area who can be unfamiliar with the roads so please keep safe.

Chris.

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Leigh News 19 Trying to Keep Warm.

Winter has arrived and the need to keep warm can be challenging and the last week or two have been particularly cold.

Last month I mentioned the types of heaters in use and some of the issues involved with the use of them. Heaters while wonderful devices can be dangerous if not used properly.

One of the main causes of fires in the home especially in the winter time, are people using heaters for drying clothes and the CFA recently indicated this is the cause of a lot of house fires in the winter.

The main reason this is the case, is that the clothes are often placed too close to the heater and get too hot and then catch fire. Some clothing has been placed on top of heaters causing the either the clothing to catch fire or the heater to overheat and then catch fire. The material the clothing is made of is also an issue as some can be very flammable and if heated excessively then combusts. There are no guidelines for this prac-

Take Part: Local Art – Art Workshop Series 2023 Bannockburn Library Join us throughout 2023 to explore different art forms with a group of unique Golden Plains Shire artists.

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 Enjoy colour, creativity and laughter while individualizing precut recycled and upcycled pieces. The outcome will be a mystery until all pieces are united to form one vibrant, giant jigsaw. This unique community-made artwork will hang on the walls of the Bannockburn Cultural Centre. Suitable for ages 15-90. Bookings essential; online or phone Bannockburn Library on 4201 0661.

tice but a good guide would be to feel the garments regularly and check how hot they are getting and work out how close to the heater they can be while remaining safe.

The temptation to dry things a little quicker by placing them just a bit closer to the heater is probably one of the main reasons this happens and really another hour or so to dry things often won’t make much difference.

Distraction can be the other cause of fire with garments left on or too close to heaters, thinking that I will come back and get it in five minutes or so and then getting distracted and forgetting all about the heater and the drying until the smoke detectors are going off with the heater or garments on fire.

All heaters wether they are wood, electric or gas need to be treated carefully when being used for all purposes.

Stay warm.

Ewen Peel.

Learn About the World of Salvias

Tuesday 25 July, 1:30pm-3:00pm

Bannockburn Library (with Bannockburn & District Garden Club Inc.)

Join us to learn about the wonderful world of salvias with guest presenter, Lyndi Garnett.

All welcome for presentation and afternoon tea. The Garden club will collect $5 cash entry on the day.

Book Chat Last Monday of the month, 10:30am-11:30am Bannockburn Library

Join fellow book lovers for all things books every month at your Library!

Listen to recommendations from others and share your own.

Contact Bannockburn Library Ph: 4201 0661

www.grlc.vic.gov.au

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THE LEGACY CENTENARY TORCH RELAY 2023

The Battle of Poziers marks the birth place of Legacy where, in seven weeks of fighting, Australia suffered 23,000 casualties of these 6,000 men were killed or died of wounds. It also was where one Aussie Digger made a promise to another to take care of the missus and kids.

Since then Legacy has supported countless Veteran Families honouring the promise made on that battlefield and continues to do so to this day and will continue this commitment onwards.

The Legacy Centenary Torch Relay 2023 commenced when the torch left Poziers for London and then, on Friday 23rd April, left for Western Australia.

It is now being carried by Torch Bearers around Australia and will arrive in Geelong Sunday 17th September 2023 and will be carried by Torch Bearers through the City.

I have the Honour of being selected to be one of the Torch Bearers for Geelong Legacy as a past member and an ex- serviceman in recognition of the amazing support that Legacy provides.

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GEELONG Sunday 17th September 2023

If Members of the Community would like to sponsor on my leg of the relay you can do so by going to "legsforlegacy.com.au" and "search for torch bearer" Malcolm Johns, I appreciate your support for this Centenary and for Legacy Malcolm Johns

Opening hours Weekends 9am til 2pm Tuesday & Wednesday by appointment Weekdays 8am til 5pm

Contact Details: Scott Moreland 5281 0345 8 Davies Street Bannockburn

22 Leigh News CJ's Mini Excavator Hire

: confined space excavation : Post Hole Auger, 300 & 400mm : Landscape Preparation :Trenching, 250-400-1M buckets : Thumb grab attachment for easy green waste removal :Solar & Electric Gate Openers

Phone: 0407 850 041 located in Inverleigh

BALLARAT CHOOKS

Text or Ring Kelvin Woods 0400 559 559 "Ballarat Chooks Information Page" Please Like my page!

Available 29th July

@ B&S Stockfoods Pullets for Sale:Hyline Brown Sexed and Vaccinated Please phone or text Kelvin on 0400 559 559

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Rokewood Bannockburn Beeac Winchelsea

Acute Care* Urgent Care* Residential Aged Care* Communtiy Nursing Dietetics Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy

Diabetes Education Social Support Groups Counselling Home Care Health Promotion * services from Winchelsea only

www.hesseruralhealth.com.au P: (03) 5267 1200 E: reception@hesse.vic.gov.au

Volunteers Required

Volunteers are one of Hesse’s greatest a sets, playing a vital role to enhance the quality of Hesse services & client experiences.

Bus Driver Outings Assistant Resident Visitor Events & Activities Assistant Group Wheelchair Walkers Appointment Escort Social Support Activities Gardening - Winchelsea Hospital Auxiliary Member Consumer Advisory Committee Marketing & Fundraising Committee For more information please contact Hesse on (03) 5267 1200 or via email reception@hesse.vic.gov.au

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“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 love to pamper my clients with clean, vegan certified products.

Book your appointment today and let me pamper you!

Ph: 0433 703 875 Email: rach_arbonne@hotmail.com

Located in Inverleigh

Friends of Inverleigh Nature Conser vation Reser ve There are plenty of things to see in the Reserve and the most obvious are the trees! The dominant species are the Eucalypts: Manna Gums have sugary deposits on the leaves and are a favourite with ants, birds and Sugar Gliders; River Red Gums provide homes in their hollows for possums, bats and birds including the very cute Australian Owlet Nightjar. River Reds prefer the moist gullies and can live for hundreds of years.

Three wattles (Acacias) are commonly seen. They provide shelter and food for insects and birds and enrich the soil. Black Wattles are tall and straight with black tannin-stained bark. They exude a sugary sap which is lapped from the trunk by gliders for a shot of high protein. Golden Wattles are abundant in Spring with their glorious golden flowers and although they are fast growers they are short lived. Hedge Wattle (Acacia paradoxa) is a prickly shrub which provides shelter for small birds. It has unfortunately become dominant in some parts of the Reserve to the detriment of other species and work is underway to manage its spread.

The third major group of trees are the Sheoaks.

They have distinctive branchlets which are modified to act as leaves and have their male and female flowers on different plants. At the moment, the male Drooping Sheoak trees are covered in beautiful orange-brown small flowers.

The female trees produce large cones which are favourite

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“Male (L) & Female Drooping Sheoak" with cockatoos and parrots.

Enjoy the Reserve in the quiet of Winter and look forward to the flowering Golden Wattles and Eucalypts in Spring.

The Friends group can be contacted through Keith Windle, windle.keith@gmail.com

26 Leigh News JUST MOVED INTO A NEW TOWN OR VILLAGE? Welcome to wherever you have recently moved to. For whatever reason you have moved into this new location, whether it’s a once-in-a-lifetime job opportunity, a temporary relocation for school for the kids, an itch to experience a new tree change lifestyle, downsizing for retirement, or to ease the increasing housing interest rates. Maybe you have left family, friends, and familiarity and now you don’t know anyone here.

It’s not uncommon for couples and families moving to unfamiliar places to find the only person they know are the family members. This transition time can have its challenges, but it also can be an opportunity to bond and strengthen their connection.

Establish good communication.

First of all, focus on the relationships within the family. Be open in sharing your thoughts and feelings—what you’re excited about, what you’re most worried or stressed about, finding your way around a new town, getting used to a new routine, the additional times separated due to travel times for jobs, and grieving what you have left behind especially if you were forced to make the move.

All these things may have been an impact on your relationship. Honest, open, and vulnerable conversation about these things will strengthen and serve your family relationships well.

Think about what kind of support you both need.

If you have moved here and literally know no one, you shouldn’t expect your spouse to fulfil all of our social and emotional needs. In a growth area like we have here, there are others in the same transition. Don’t expect your new neighbours to reach out to you; they may be in the same boat. Be aware that you will need to work at building new support networks and relationships. Discuss different ways you can help each other in building a support system in your new place.

Build new friendships.

Sure, you’ll probably keep in touch with your old friends, but learning the ins and outs of your new town building will be a part of creating new friendships and the support system you need. When it comes to meeting new people, be open-minded and willing to connect with people

through all areas of your life: your job if it is local, your kids’ friends’ parents, hobbies, neighbours, even try the church, etc. My church offers a Men’s Breakfast, a BYO Friendship Lunch, and Devonshire Teas, as an opportunity to welcome and meet new people. Be willing to step outside your comfort zone, what you are used to, and encourage each other to do so.

Embrace the experience as a team.

Sometimes the move has been motivated by the needs or requirements of one person – their career or education or financial pressures. However, try to remember that you are doing it together, as a team; a unique experience that you get to share as a married couple or a family. There will be aspects of the experience, negative feelings about the move, which can challenge and test your relationship.

Get them out in the open, embrace them with the right mindset, before they turn to resentment.

Living in a regional town or village has different aspects to living within a city. Some people seem to have moved here for anonymity and a quiet life. Long term residents are cautious about the changes the newcomers are making to their town some for the better. But they will always welcome those who seek to have a sense of belonging and love of the place they love and are willing to connect and make friends.

Based on https://www.prepare-enrich.com/blog/ marriage-in-a-new-city/ Prepare/Enrich is a low-cost programme we offer to explore relationship strengths and growth areas in times of transition: preparing for a wedding, an addition to the family, change in career, approaching retirement, or just to evaluate and strengthen your relationship. Please contact us for an appointment.

The Revd Dr Timothy Smith Vicar Inverleigh+Bannockburn+Meredith Anglican Parish ALL are welcome Living the Gospel in our Community revdrtim@hotmail.com 0412 673 152 www.goldenplainsanglican.org

"Allied and Specialist Health Clinic" in Winchelsea Services Include:

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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 Prosper Health Podiatry Danny Hegarty - Podiatrist.

Post Office and Telephone Exchange, and is situated Contact Danny on 5209 3238 Ben Featherston - Audiology. Call 5264 7451 adjacent to the very modern Winchelsea Medical Honey Hive - NDIS Activities & Support Program Clinic. The Post Office & Exchange was built in 1915 as part of an "economic program" throughout honeyhive.com.au or ring Tania on 0414 247 399 Nick Balic, Osteopath-nick@newtownosteopathy.com.au the nation. You can see quite a few of these iconic or book online at: newtownosteopathy.com.au buildings still in many rural towns to this day.

Georgia Rose - Dietician. She has extra credentialling We have refurbished the interior to meet the in Eating Disorders. contact Georgia on 0438 598 058 need for further Medical and Allied Health Services or online at georgiarose.nutrition@gmail.com

in the region.

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

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

28 Leigh News 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.

NOTICEBOARD ST PAULS SURPRISE SHOP INVERLEIGH During JUNE all ORANGE clothing Tickets will be $1, so come on in and grab some awesome bargains.

Closed School Holidays All donations can be left at the shop door or during opening hours.

OPENING HOURS: Monday 1-4pm , Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 9am – 1pm Come follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ St.PaulsSurpriseShop Our volunteers appreciate and thank you for your donations, which provide a valuable trove of inexpensive items for others to purchase.

This is an OPPORTUNITY SHOP, not a TIP. DO NOT leave:- FURNITURE, CAR SEATS, ELECTRICAL GOODS THANK YOU.

Op Shop Bannockburn

INVERLEIGH CHAINSAW SHARPENING SERVICES

Mr Peter Bufton 110 Savage Drive INVERLEIGH Ph: 0448 694 204

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

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

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

NOTICEBOARD

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 MASS TIMES

Winchelsea Sat @ 5pm - July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Meredith Sun @ 9am - July 2, 16, 30 Anakie Sun @ 9am - July 9, 23, Inverleigh Sun @ 4pm - July 16 Bannockburn Sun @ 11am - July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

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

Inverleigh Shelford Teesdale

“For we do not preach ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord...”

(2 Corinthians 4.5)

Sunday Service at Inverleigh 10 am.

VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME For further information: Rev. Surendra Wesley 0428 489 222

24 Hour telephone counselling Weekly Bus Service

The Bus leaves the Inverleigh Hall

Every FRIDAY at 9:30 am and leaves Geelong at 2:15pm for the return trip.

Anglican Church

LEIGH PRESBYTERIAN PARISH

WHO CAN I TALK TO?

provided for residents without transport to shop in Geelong!

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ANONYMOUS CONFIDENTIAL IMMEDIATE

Phone 13 11 14

LIFELINE

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

Can You Help Here?

Our Public Hall needs the lawns maintained.

Can you join the roster to mow the lawns once or twice a year?

If so, please contact:

Anne-Maree Tarbett 0417 512 240

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

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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

NOTICEBOARD 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

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

WHO CAN I TALK TO?

Exercise Classes Each Thursday from 10am till 10:30..

At the Inverleigh Public Hall.

Cost $2 each • Seniors Meeting at Inverleigh Hall 13th July @11:30 am Special Guests from Golden Plains Shire Active Ageing & Inclusion and Guest presenter Raylene Alexander speaking on Diabetes and Nutrition Special Healthy Lunch of Sandwiches and Fruit Platters supplied bt GPSC • Seniors Outing 27th July to Anglesea Chocolatier 1200 Great Ocean Rd, Bellbrae VIC 3228 Meet at Inverleigh Hall @ 11:45 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

24 Hour telephone counselling

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.

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Your taxation specialist!

Lic. 42937

•Accountants • Business Advice • Superannuation • Taxation Services • Financial Planning • Audit Services

STS

ACCOUNTING GROUP

Surfcoast Taxation Services Pty Ltd

Surfcoast: 13 Pearl Street

Postal: P.O. Box 178, Torquay Vic 3228 Tel: (03) 5261 2262 Fax: (03) 5261 6639 Email: admin@surftax.com.au

Winchelsea: 22 Willis Street

Postal: P.O. Box 40, Winchelsea 3241 Tel: (03) 5267 2673 Fax: (03) 5267 2465 Email: winch@surftax.com.au Certified Practicing Accountants

Matthew Carr Painter & Decorator

Interior, Exterior, Repaints and Wallpapering Fully qualified Quality workmanship

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

0438 559 635 8 McCallum Rd Inverleigh

General & Children's Dentistry Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry Dentures - new, repairs & relines

Creating bright smiles for the whole family

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Mike's snake removal Licensed 0401 732 399 (Call out fee applies)

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Local Towing Operator, DAVO's TOWING can handle all your towing needs, as you can see from the attached photos.

David and Isabell are available to answer all your questions related to moving cars and machinery.

Give them a call

0429 958 769

Paul Corcoran 0416 491 546 Paul O Grady 0414 932 018

57 Rankin Road, Inverleigh.

Instagram @paulsbricklayinggeelong Email: paulsbricklayinggeelong@gmail.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS • National Desexing Month • Senior Pet Care IN OTHER NEWS BSAVA Conference 2023

National Desexing Month Once again we are happy to be taking part in National Desexing Month. During the month of July we will be offering discounted desexing for all animals.

Desexing your pet helps to reduce the number of homeless pets. Many cats and dogs are bred by accident because owners didn't get around to desexing their pet.

Desexing also provides many benefits for you and your pet.

We recommend desexing your pet.

The benefits we have listed below.

Dr Peter and Dr. Kelly travelled to Manchester to attend a Veterinary Conference.

Our Vets are always updating their knowledge on the most current veterinary practices to ensure we give your pets the best quality of care.

If you have any questions or require further information please do not hesitate to contact the clinic.

*Desexing prevents reproductive cycle behaviours. Male dogs and cats are much more likely to roam. Female dogs and cats go on heat which involves a bloody vaginal discharge in dogs and poses problems such as calling and roaming in queens. *Desexing limits spraying and marking their territory. *Desexed animals are less likely to show aggressive behaviour than undesexed animals. *There are a number of health problems that can be prevented by desexing. These include: *Mammary tumours *Pyometra *Prostate problems and tumours around the anus Desexing is a day stay surgery. Please contact the clinic if you have any questions about desexing your pet or booking your pet in for surgery. We are here to help.

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When does my pet become a senior?

Pets age a lot faster than people do and their rate of ageing is influenced by breed and size. The greater the weight of the dog the sooner they reach their senior years.

We consider animals as seniors based on the following criteria:

We'd like to introduce Amber, our newest member of the Bannockburn Veterinary Clinic team! If you haven't already met Amber you'll find her greeting you at the reception desk or she'll be the friendly voice on the other end of the phone.

Amber enjoys camping, going on adventures and spending time with her 7 month old kelpie cross Morgan.

*Toy Breeds < 10kg are considered senior once over the age of 10 years *Medium 10-25kg are considered senior once over the age of 8 years *Large > 30kg are considered senior once over the age of 6-7 years *Cats are generally under 10kg and are considered senior once over the age of 8 years.

As animals age, their health status changes faster than their younger counterparts.

Senior pets have different needs to younger pets.

Health issues common in older pets include:

*Joint pain - arthritis

*Hearing and/or Vision loss *Heart disease *Incontinence

*Poor kidney function

*Lumps and bumps If you notice any of the above it is important to have our Vets examine and if necessary run tests to determine a plan to help your pet live a long and happy life.

36 Leigh News Surfcoast Taxis inc Winchelsea & Bannockburn 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.

NDIS provide number 4050001044

NDIS provide number 4050001048

Ripple Pool Inspections

are a Registered Building Inspector specialising in "Pool Safety Barriers" in this area. Current regulations require existing and new Pool installations to be checked and certified that they meet all current Goverment Standards.

Ripple Pool Inspections are "Victorian Building Authority Registered" business and are a Qualified Building Surveyor. As a local Inverleigh family owned business, RPI are able to supply Compliance certificates issued for Golden Plains Shire, Surfcoast Shire, City of Greater Geelong and more.

Call Rob: 0466 505 006 www.ripplepoolinspections.com.au

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Danny’s Firewood & Tree Ser vices *Sugar Gum Firewood.

4.5 mtr Trailer or 8 mtr Truck.

"Delivered" *Tree Removal and Clean Up *Paddock Clean Up *Telehandler with Elevated Work Platform & Log Grab *13 tonne excavator, *small kubota tractor with grab *13 mtr cherry picker. *Firewood Processor, Wood Splitter & Saw Bench.

Contact:

Danny Busbridge 0438 355 383

BEST MATES ®

GOLDEN PLAINS

03 5281 2226 Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 6.00 pm Saturday 8.30 am – 1.00 pm 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.

12 MILTON STREET BANNOCKBURN furlifevet.com.au/goldenplains

goldenplains@furlifevet.com.au

Best Mates is Fur Life Vet’s preventative and protective healthcare program designed to keep your pet healthier and happier for longer.

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Dr Benjamin Fry Dr John Henderson Dr Cameron Profitt Dr Veronica Donahoe Dr Rupali Jain Dr Edward Carson Dr Rebecca Tidd Dr Mohana Govardhanan 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

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.

Community Bank Winchelsea & District Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178, AFSL/Australian Credit Licence 237879 A1389134, OUT_25159800, 18/08/2022

42 Leigh News MOULES PLUS HIRE

28 High St, Inverleigh Vic 3321 Opening Hours:

8am to 5pm Monday to Friday 8am to 12pm Saturday.

New to Winchelsea

Phone Stephen on 0439 007 483. moulesplushire@gmail.com.

Phone: 5265 1648

Leigh News 43 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-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 Secretary: James Manche 0419 319 230 james.manche@bigpond.com Inverleigh Riding Club Leighdale Equestrian Centre Mark Mummery - 0437 807 675 or Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012 Inverleigh RSL Sub-Branch

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

-S E S Emergency 000 Windstorm and Flood 132 500 Controller: Nathan Hansford Mob: 0409 811 138

EMERGENCY

POLICE, AMBULANCE, FIRE, SES

Ring 000

Shelford Cricket Club Robert Rice (Pres) 0459 491 698

FOR POLICE-WITHOUT LIGHTS & SIRENS Ring: 131 444

Shelford Progress Association Sec: Glenn Jeffery 0413 317 779

LifeLine 5222 2233 or 13 11 14

TEESDALE AREA

B’burn Surgery 5281 1481

CWA Native Hut Branch Shirley Wild Ph: 5281 5354

B’burn Vet 5281 1221

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

Surfcoast Taxi 0408 325 992 Barwon Water 1300 656 007 Power Failure 13 24 12 Geelong Hospital Accident & Emergency 5226 7564

Teesdale Cricket Club Alister Woods. 0439 395 456

Golden Plains Equine Vets 0437 467 097

Teesdale Pre School Mandy Bartlett. 5281 5488

Golden Plains Medical Centre 5281 2320

Teesdale Sporting Complex Mrs Kay Hower. 5281 5389 Teesdale Tennis Club Mrs Judy Evans. 5281 5328 Teesdale Community Hall Dale Smithyman 5281 5486

Wildlife Rescue 0500 540 000 Women’s Domestic Violence Crisis Service 1800 015 188 Shire Ranger 5220 7111

Working Sheepdog Club Glenn Agnew 0427 325 905

BANNOCKBURN AREA

Bannockburn & District Men's Shed Syd McConachy (Pres) Geoff Wild (Sect) 0407 835 731

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. leighnews@bigpond.com

Advertisers Index Accountant 45 Art School 44 Banking 41 Bricklaying 33 Cartage 25 Cafe & Store 18 CCTV & Alarms 24 Chain Saw Sharpening 28 Chemist 45,50 Chooks 22 Church Notices 29 Compost 18 Crushed Rock 37 CWA 29 Data Cabling 24 Dental 31 Doctor & Health Serv.

23,27,41 Dog Grooming 22 Driver Tuition 32 Earthmoving 38 Electrician 13,32 Equine 39 Excavation 20,22,42 Facials 24 Firewood 40 Food Swaps 28 Funeral Director 16 Grain 15 Gardening 15,39 Garden Supplies 21 Hall Hire 27 Health Services 18,25 Home & Living 48 Home Care Staff Training 49 Interior Design 14 Joy Flights 13 Justice of the Peace 28 Legal Services 40 Local Creations 16 Motor Mechanic 42 Mowers 33 NBN Setup 24 OSHC 24,38 Osteopath 25 Painter & Decorator 29,36 Playgroup 12 Plumbing Services 31 Pool Safety Barrier Inspections 36 Quarry 37 Rainfall 14 Real Est. 47,48,49,52 Reiki & Crystals 27 Snake Catcher 32 Stock Food 42 Taxi 36 Tax Returns 31 Towing 33 Tree Services 40 Tyres 13 Veterinary 34,35,40 Wool Buyer 23

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Louise Hall BA Hons Fine Art RMIT TAE Training and Assessment

TERM 3 FIGURE DRAWING

CREATIVE DRAWING

MONDAYS 6.30 – 8.30 pm JULY 10 – SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

TUESDAYS 1 – 3 pm JULY 1 1 – SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

10-week course $250 ($25 per session) Casual session $30

10-week course $550

St Thomas Anglican Church Hall 27 – 29 Barwon Terrace, Winchelsea

HOME-SCHOOLED YOUTH ART TUESDAYS 10 am – 12 pm JULY 1 1 – 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

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 ENROL HERE All materials included.

Courses suit all levels of ability.

THURSDAYS 1- 3pm 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

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