Midland Express Tuesday 20 June 2023

We’re excited to announce the completion of our fresh newlook store. You’ll find our friendlyteam and alargefresh food department offering everything from Australian fruit and veg to The Odd Bunch range.

We have agreat, convenient rangethat is easy to shop.You’ll fall in love with our newdeli, with cured meats sliced to order.We’ve goteverything youneed forthe perfect platter,plus afantastic selection of Australian and imported cheeses.

Walk pastour in-storebakery and explorethe delicious rangeofbread, including crusty loaves, sliced white and wholemeal rolls. Our artisan-style breads aredivine and aremade with Australian wheat flour

There’ssomuch to see and try at your new Woolworths, we suggestheading overtothe seafood counter.Seafood is abig part of our fresh food offering and we’vearangeofgreat value, locallysourced favourites.

We understand lifeisbusyinKyneton. To help we have Pick up,whereyou can order online and pick up your order forfree. One of our dedicated team memberswill even bring your shopping straight to your boot! Same dayPick up is available if youorder before1pm, or select atime to suit you.

Check out what’sonofferinside. Justasmall taste of what you’ll discoveratour fresh newlook Woolworths Kyneton. You’llfinduslocatedat7-11JenningsSt.

We’re excited to announce our fresh new look store is complete.

Our number one focus is freshness, so you’ll find amarketfull of delicious Australian fruit and veg, as well as food made fresh in storeevery daybyour resident experts.

Beingpartofthe local community is very important to us. If you’re a local business or group in the area, please feel free to use our community

noticeboardfor your next event or service messages.

We’vealsopartnered with local organisations such as FareShareto turnsurplus fresh food into meals for people in need.

So come in and sayhello,We’re openfrom7am to10pm every day.

Seeyousoon!

Your newlocal fresh fruitand vegetablemarket is here bringing youthe best of thecountry.

When it comes to fresh, it doesn’t getany fresherthan this. We takegreat pride in partnering with Australian farmersto bring youfruitand veg–fresh, crisp and full of flavour.

Stephen StoreManager

Youmight also noticethat one of our sections has fruit and vegthat looks alittle bit different.Wecallthis rangeThe Odd Bunch. It’s made up

of fresh produce that looks different, but is justasbeautiful on the inside, healthyand nutritious and represents greatvalue.Not onlydoes it save you money but it helpsour farmers sell more too. There’snothing odd about that.

Ask anyofour friendlyexperts what’sinseason, or if you’dlikeyour heavy fruit or vegcut and wrapped to size, justask!

You’ll find our number one focus is freshness, so you’ll find amarketfullof delicious Australian fruit and veg, as well as food made fresh in storeevery daybyour resident experts.

Cross plan splitsviews

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Plans to remove native vegetation to restore historic views to Melbourne from Mount Macedon Memorial Cross have prompted passionate debate.

The cross is considered the second most significant war memorial in Victoria but decades of growth have altered its original view lines.

Parks Victoria’sviewscape project seeks to clear 0.79 hectares of native vegetation in Macedon Regional Park including asmall area of rare snow gum regrowth.

Tasked with making adecision that strikes abalance between historical significance and environment, Macedon Ranges Shire councillors have heard from 72 submitters

including 55 objectors. Many spoke to their submissions last week.

Victorian National Parks Association has called for adetailed environmental management plan before any permit issue. Representative Ben Gill said VNPAhad been contacted “by agreat number of people who shared concern about the plan” particularly the lack of clarity about the area to be cleared.

“There is concern in the community about potential further clearing down the track,” he said.

“Snow gums in Victoria have suffered immensely in recent years experiencing large losses due to climate change and pressures from pests and diseases.

“[The gums] here provide shade for the mid-storey and

under-storey,which is quite essential –there are some very rare plants at the base of the cross (such as the threatened euphrasia collina). The gums protect them and form a micro climate. So bytaking the trees back, there is going to be alot more exposure to the mid-storey andunderstorey plants.”

Many spoke to acommunity change in attitude and education about the natural world since the cross was first erected in the 1930s.

Environmental champion and former MRSC councillor Helen Radnedge said nowhere in the historical citation did it say the regional park should bedecimated tocreate a view

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Wellness centre proposed

Plans for awellness centre /medical practice with capacity for medium and large-scale events at Macedon have attracted 19 objections.

The application for 26 Marshall Drive seeks approval for 10 functions ayear with up to 50 people (potentially across multiple days). It also seeks approval for two large-scale events ayear with up to 120 people.

Large functions are proposed to occur either on Friday and Saturday nights until 11pm, while smaller events have no day specifications but an 8pm limit.

Currently,the property supports adwelling in the Rural Living Zone. No modifications to the existing building or car parking areas have been proposed. Car parking for events is expected to be contained within the site.

Neighbouring residents have flagged arange of concerns about the proposal, including increased dust, noise, bushfire risk, incompatible zoning, safety, car parking, environmental impact and lack of application detail.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council is expected to make adecision on the application next month.

MalmsburyYJC to close

The Malmsbury Youth Justice Centre will close by the end of the year and its future use is unknown.

Inmates at the centre will be progressively transferred to the new Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct and the existing Parkville facility over the next six months.

Minister for Youth Justice, Enver Erdogan, said the staffwould be provided with arange of supports including opportunities to transition into other roles, targeted separation packages and incentive payments paid over the next six months.

"Our support package will help give certainty to their future and provide new opportunities to work with people in our justice system,” he said.

Stafffirst learned of the news through an email sent last week, which was later retracted before an ‘official’ announcement was made.

Nationals MP Gaelle Broad said she felt for the 240 workers who found out the centre was closing after the botched email process.

“This clearly shows alack of planning and proper consultation by this government,” Ms Broad said.

“I am very concerned for the staffwho now face uncertainty.”

The Community Public Sector Union has warned that many of the staffwould not be eligible for financial assistance due to aprovision requiring stafftowork 90 per cent of the next six months.

The CPSU is planning to take the Department of Justice to Fair Work over the financial assistance eligibility

The move to close the facility has also been criticised after the government spent tens of millions of dollars extending the facility in recent years.

Agovernment spokesperson said future uses for the Malmsbury site would be investigated.

"We’ll look into alternative uses and talk to stakeholders to hear what they think over the coming months," the spokesperson said.

The ageing Malmsbury precinct has been operational since 1965.

The troubled facility has been the scene of several violent outbursts by inmates in recent years, including multiple attacks on staffand amassescape in January 2017.

After their escape, 25 offenders were charged with rioting, escape, armed robberies, aggravated carjackings, serious assaults, theft of motor cars, conduct endangering life and other offences.

The Malmsbury Youth Justice Centre will close by the end of the year and its future use is unknown.

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“Wenow have aclear understanding of the importance of protecting our environment, water catchments, flora, fauna and fungi, which was not available when the cross was first built,” she said.

President of the Mount Macedon dawn service Bruce Mildenhall said Parks Victoria had completed maintenance works in area until about 2011.

He members of the Mount Macedon Memorial Cross Committee of Management had been urging Parks Victoria to restore views to the cross since at least 2016.

“Webelieve the planning application is the minimum work that should be completed to restore the view lines,” he said.

“In fact, if the previous regular Parks Victoria maintenance had been carried out since the last trim in 2011, there would not be an application.”

But Mr Mildenhall believed there were other ways to achieve the desired view lines and encouraged more discussion.

“Talking to some conservation groups, they believe it’spossible to trim the trees to amuch wider viewscape without pulling them out... Ithink that’sa solution we could all be happy with,” he said.

Many submitters questioned the specific location of the desired view lines, identifying other nearby park areas with views to Melbourne. Memorial Cross Committee of Management RSL Victorian branch member Frank Donovan explained the importance.

“Our war memorials are the only instruments by which those with lived experience of war can remind those who have not. To do so, those war memorials must be visible, not hidden away behind trees and buildings,” he said.

“From when the cross was built to 2007 that two-way viewscape remained as areminder to all those in Melbourne how easily we can be led by others into and as areminder to cross visitors of the devastation that can so easily befall acity like Melbourne and its people.

“All we seek from this council’sdecision is areturn to the status quo of 2007.”

Speaking on behalf of the applicant, Parks Victoria, Stuart Lardner explained the scope of works had changed significantly from the original proposal of 200 degree views to now 40 degrees.

“This was revised in response to asaresult of concerns raised by the community during consultation,” he said.

“The site to be treated is 0.79 ha and it could be less if we can achieve the viewscape objective.”

Mr Larder said dozers would be used in the vegetation removal operation and there would be minimum disturbances to the understorey.Stumps of the trees are expected to left to further minimise impact.

The council is expected to makea decision on the application later this month.

Comments from submitters

Ross Colliver

“Community values have shifted significantly since the idea of the memorial cross was conceived... The old story has been that humans come first and that nature serves human living. The new story is that we have aresponsibility to care for the natural world.”

LynHovey

“Euphrasia has poor seed dispersal capabilities and it’sdifficult to cultivate and propagate. Research into these plants has barely scratched the surface on their medicinal value. Once you disturb the soil profile, you’ve lost awhole lot things but we don’t know what they all are.”

Peter Davies

“I want to put the landscape ahead of the viewscape. There are so many wonderful views to and from the mountain in many

GWW fined

Environment Protection Authority

Victoria has fined Greater Western Water Corporation $9246 for failing to properly manage alarge discharge of sediment to Deep Creek in February this year

EPAofficers were called to asite on Portingales Lane, Romsey,todiscover a brown coloured plume of water discharging from acatchment dam from anearby site, which was being developed by GWW contractors for the future irrigation of reclaimed water to the immediate area.

The GWW contractors operating the dam had pumped sediment-laden water down and into the creek.

EPAnorth-west regional manager

Dr Scott Pigdon said duty holders, like Greater Western Water,had an obligation to manage all works undertaken at their properties, whether it was their own staffor contractors directly employed by them.

directions. The memorial cross is probably not the best place... Perhaps Parks Victoria could consider withdrawal of the application until there’sa review of opportunities.”

Shauna-Marie Wilson

“I’m still alarmed at the proposal because of climate change and also the recent beetle attack threatening snow gums in Australian alpine areas, and the significant threat to remaining snow gums.”

Angela Hesson

“What’snot recorded is [soldiers’] views on very expansive views to the city but what is recorded is how they felt about gum trees gum trees were asymbolofwhat many soldiers were fighting for Ibelieve many soldiers would have been greatly saddened at the idea that rare gums might be cut down at asite that intended to honour their memories.”

Star Wars battlestill on

Angela Crawford

Approved plans for ahome designed to replicate aStarWars light cruiser have upset neighbouring landowners.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council issued aplanning permit for the house at 131 Pipers Creek Road, Kyneton, which proposes aspaceship build on alunar landscape.

The house has not yet been built and the property has since been listed for sale with the approved plans attached.

Local resident Anthony Fraietta said the proposed build was completely inappropriate for the area.

"I moved to Kyneton to live in the coun-

try and have been here 25 years," he told the Express "It'sjust so out of character for the area when you look at all of the existing properties.

"A replica of aStar Wars spaceship would ruin the look of the area."

Rebecca Stockfeld, council'sdirector of planning and environment, said conditional approval of the planning permit followed thorough review and consideration by planning officers, including asite visit.

"Two public objections were received on this application during the advertising period, citing concerns primarily around the proposed dwelling’scontemporary appearance, it being out of character for

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the area and the potential for wastewater management issues," Ms Stockfeld said.

"Tocomply with relevant planning provisions, the proposal had to demonstrate that it would not significantly impact the environment around it, including its proximity to awaterway and having an appropriate wastewater management system in place.

"Tothis end, the proposal was deemed not detrimental to the water quality in the catchment area and would be subject to strict permit conditions, including the provision of aland management plan and vegetation buffer along the Post Office Creek."

Ms Stockfeld said the proposal’s

contemporary design was also aconsideration.

"Design is subjective –somemay consider this design unique and appealing and others may disagree," she said.

Listed on May 4byBrendan Milner and TimDixon of Ray White Bayswater,the property is advertised for $1,050,000 to $1,150,000.

Mr Milner said he'd had several people requesting further information around the plans.

"It'shad the most views on aproperty I've ever seen," he said.

"Once they know it'sbeen approved by the council, there'squite abit of excitement about it."

Plans have been approved for ahome designed to replicate aStar Wars light cruiser at Kyneton.

An audience of about 150 listened transfixed as speakers from Iraq, Afghanistan, South Sudan and Burundi told stories of their quest for freedom at the Kyneton Town Hall on Sunday

Hosted by Macedon Ranges Rural Australians for Refugees, with the support of Macedon Ranges Shire Council and the sponsorship of Bendigo Bank Gisborne, the event marked the beginning of Refugee Week 2023. All who spoke fled persecution and oppression in fear of their lives.

Their stories were harrowing, but if there was one consistent thread running through tales of pain and sorrow,itwas gratitude for the generosity and compassion discovered in their adopted home. For all, the journey to rebuild shattered lives is awork in progress, but asense of obligation inspires them to give back to the country that has given them shelter

Ali escaped aTaliban determined to take his life. He made aperilous journey across the TimorStrait and after years in detention was at last granted refugee status. He works hard and is proud to pay his taxes. He hopes to start abusiness one day,but his main goal is to be reunited with his wife and daughter and to become the family man he was always meant to be.

The first Gulf WarleftDalal Sleiman’s life in ruins. Forced to flee Iraq, she found refuge in Australia. She learned English, earned adegreefromVictoria University and established the Australian Chaldean Family Welfare and the Chaldean Women’s Association in Victoria. She remembers her former life and home with fondness but is now aproud Australian.

The powerof Thhe e poowwer of thepersonal the personal

“And when we play Iraq, Ibarrack for Australia,” she said.

Sunday afternoon’sevent had its sombre moments. Lizzy Kuoth’stestimony reduced many in the audience to tears.

But if there was sorrow,there was laughter as well, helped along by emcee Tom Ballard, who struck awell-judged balance between humour and respect.

Organisers Gwen Wilson and Karen Pierce were delighted.

“Tom grew up in afamily with astrong sense of service, and it shows,” Gwen said.

“He gave up most of his Sunday to be with us, in support of acause he feels passionate about. We couldn’t be more grateful.”

The gratitude did not stop there. Heartfelt thanks were expressed to local businesses Domaine Epis and Bindi wineries, Woodend Nursery,Woodend Golf Club and Kynetonbased traders: Duck Duck Goose and Larder,Monsieur Pierre, The Social Foundry and The Town Roaster

The afternoon was deemed agreat success by all and included the drawing of a raffle, (winners to be listed in Public Notices in next week’s Midland Express)and the launch of awriting competition.

Sponsored by Woodend Lions and Aesop’sAttic Bookshop Kyneton, the competition closes on 31st July 31 and will award prizes worth $200 in each of three age categories. It is open to all secondary students living or studying in Macedon Ranges Shire. Winning entries will be published in the Midland Express.Students who wish to participate can contact mrrar.secretary@ gmail.com

Burundi refugee Innocent Karabagega greets a young audience member

to end violence

Mount Alexander and Macedon Ranges

Shire Councils have joined more than 25 organisations that are working together across the Loddon Mallee region to prevent violence against women before it starts.

Women’sHealth Loddon Mallee, which provides backbone support for the Collective Action for Respect and Equality (CARE) Partnership, is launching anew strategy this Thursday that outlines the actions partner organisations are taking to collectively end violence and promote gender equality

Since 2018, family violence has increased by 25.5 per cent in the Mount Alexander Shire, 79.1 per cent of victimsurvivors of family violence in 2022 were female, and three out of four sexual offences were committed by someone known to the victim-survivor

Since 2018, family violence has increased by 14.1 per cent in the Macedon Ranges Shire, 72.3 per cent of victim-survivors of family violence in 2022 were female, and seven out of 10 sexual offences were committed by someone known to the victim-survivor

WHLM says more needs to bedone to shift the attitudes and behaviours that drive gender inequality and violence.

Women’s Health Loddon Mallee CEO Tricia Currie said the new strategy was the guiding framework of the CARE Partnership.

"Itisthe document that underpins the work that partners do and keeps uson track to achieve our vision –a worldin which women and their children live free from violence and discrimination in communities that actively support and champion gender equality,” Ms Currie said.

“By working together to build an awareness and understanding of how to stop violence before it starts in awide variety of workplaces and community settings, we will see the change needed to stop violence before it starts.

“Through the CARE Partnership, member organisations regularly come together to support each other’swork, gain insights into the latest research and best practice models; and monitor their progressto ensure that partners are responding most effectively to the diverse needs of communities in the region,” Ms Currie said.

All interested organisations clubs, and community groups in the Loddon Mallee are invited to attend the online launch event and join the partnership, asserting that preventing violence against women is everyone’sbusiness, and everybody has a role to play

To register for Thursday'sfree online event, visit events.humanitix.com/carestrategy-launch

If you or someone you know is impacted by family violence, contact 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732.

Women’s Health Loddon Mallee CEO Tricia Currie invites interested community groups to attend Thursday’s launch.

Homeless man charged

Ahomeless man is facing assault charges following an altercation with members of the CFAlast Wednesday

The man had been living in amakeshift campsite next to the Castlemaine CFAstation on Barker Street.

He had been given notice that his belongings would be removed if he did not vacate the site and at about 10.30am on Wednesday,CFA members turned out to clear the site.

The man allegedly picked up along wooden staffand apick axe and threatened the CFA members.

Castlemaine Police were called to the scene and the man is facing multiple charges including assaulting an emergency services worker and assault with aweapon.

The accused was denied bail and ahearing date was scheduled to take place last Friday at Castlemaine Magistrates Court where the matter was adjourned until July 14.

RM Begg Aged Care residents supportmerger

At acommunity meeting last Thursday night, 99-year-old TimCollins read aletter expressing the residents’ support for RM Begg Aged Care’spending merger with Tasmanian national aged care provider Respect.

During the two-hour meeting, RM Begg Board chair Phillip Irvine and Respect CEO Jason Binder fielded questions about the future of the not-for profit, community owned facility if it merged with Respect.

Mr Irvine outlined the merger proposal that included arefurbishment of the main building and flats. He also explained the facility would maintain its name and that the

current Board would likely stay on as an advisory board to the Respect Board for up to 12 months.

More than 40 people attended the meeting, including RM Begg life governors Betty McClure and Jim Noy,members of the auxiliary,residents, families, staffand community members, as well as online attendees.

If the merger gets the green light, another meeting will be held to update the community of the terms of the agreement. Anyone wanting more information can contact board member Patricia Collocot on 5421 3600 or at patricia.collocott@raymbegg.org.au

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On seeing his possessions being removed on Wednesday morning, the man residing at the encampment, who is believed to be experiencing chronic homelessness and suffering from mental health conditions, threatened CFA members at the site with apick axe.

Help preserve history

Kyneton High School launches gift donor programfor restoration of historic school hall

Kyneton High School has launched aMajor Gift Donor program, aimed at restoring and preserving the rich heritage of its historic school hall.

The school is inviting donations from local individuals and organisations to contribute towards the restoration project, to ensure acontinued legacy for generations of students to come.

Constructed almost acentury ago in 1927, Kyneton High School became one of regional Victoria’sfirst state high schools thanks to aconcerted lobbying effort by the local community when the state legislated for the state school system to be expanded to regional Victoria.

The school’shall was constructed in 1928 with funding from the state government and local community,becoming acornerstone for academic, cultural and community events.

In response to the popularity of cinema in the 1920s, the hall was equipped with afilm projection room providing local entertainment during the interwar years.

Today,with state government investing in refurbishments to the historic administration building, the school is once again calling on the broader community to assist with the restoration of the school hall to bring it back to its former glory

"Kyneton High School is immensely proud of its rich history and the school hall'ssignificance within our community," executive principal Ana Rees said.

“Through the Major Gift Donor program, members of the community have aunique opportunity to contribute tax deductible donations to help restore this iconic hall, preserving its architectural heritage and creating an inspiring space for students to learn, perform and engage in avarietyof activities.

“By investing in the restoration project, donors will play avital role in preserving the school'slegacy while empowering future generations of students."

Former president of the Australian Education Union, Dianne Foggo AM, has been one of the first to donate to the fund.

“Kyneton High School stands as acherished symbol of our town’sproud history of local support for state education and this is awonderful opportunity to continue that legacy,” Ms Foggo said.

“Together,wecan restore this precious piece of Kyneton history,ensuring it remains afocal point of inspiration for our students and the wider community for many years to come."

Individuals and organisations interested in learning more can contact the school directly on (03) 5421 1100.

Multi-lot plan for Riddell

A10-lot singlestorey development planned for a3535m2 site at Riddells Creek has attracted eight objections.

The site is located on the south-eastern side of Somerville Lane, between Melvins Road and Merrifield Street, within an established residential area.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council planning staffnoted, "there is a recent emergence of the multi-unit low-scale built form developments within nearby street blocks to the east andsouth".

Also noted was a five-unit development recently approved by the Victorian Civil and Administration Tribunal on the abutting lot to the west.

Objections referenced neighbourhood character,inappropriate high density,traffic and safety,waste management, amenity impacts, increased fire risk, and poor quality Council is expected to makea decision on the application next month.

Kyneton High Schooll student leaders Zoe and Carlos are pictured with former Australian Education Union president, Dianne Foggo.

Have your say on rooharvest

The Midland Express and our sister paper the Castlemaine Mail have had alarge amount of feedback and correspondence through our Opinions pages following our article 'Destruction coming to our backyard' (Express May 30, 2023).

Many readers expressed concerns about the influx of commercial kangaroo shooters moving into the 'Central Shooting Zone', which includes Mount Alexander and Macedon Ranges shires, and the impacts of the practice on local roo populations.

Local wildlife advocates have been pleased to note the outpouring of support to see the practice banned.

Concerned locals now have the chance to make their feelings about kangaroo harvesting for pet food heard via community consultation for the state government's upcoming review of the Kangaroo Harvest Management Plan.

The KHMP sets the objectives and requirements for kangaroo harvesting.

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action states harvesting must be ecologically sustainable, humane, and only undertaken by authorised people.

To ensure the sustainability of Victorian kangaroo populations, the plan sets out the requirement for the KHP harvest quotas across seven harvest zones. The harvest quotas are the maximum number of kangaroos that can be taken under the program each year. The current KHMP is set to expire at the end of 2023, currently anew KHMP is being drafted and relies on public consultation as part of this process.

The state government is seeking feedback from the Victorian community and key stakeholders on the existing plan and using this feedback to inform the development of the future plan.

DEECA launched the public consultation period last Friday June 16 and it will be open until July 11.

To complete the survey and have your say, visit engage. vic.gov.au/project/kangaroo-harvesting-management-review

The draft KHMP will be provided to Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water for consideration as aWildlife Trade Management Plan. As part of this application, DCCEEW will release the draft for public comment. Following all approvals, the new KHMP will come into effect in 2024.

Restaurant owner suffersburns

AGisborne restaurant owner suffered burns to his face and hands after afire broke out at the Hong Kong Tasty Kitchen last Friday

It is believed the man was cooking on astove top just before midday when flames reached up into the exhaust system and extended to the roof space.

CFAbrigades arrived to discover visible smoke extending into neighbouring shops at the Gisborne Village shopping complex. They gained access to the roof space to extinguish the flames.

Firefighters rendered first aid to the injured man

until paramedics arrived on the scene. He was taken to hospital for treatment.

Five neighbouring shops were smoke affected and had to beevacuated. Firefighters used positive pressure fans to clear the smoke out and thosebusinesses were able to reopen later in the afternoon.

Brigades from Gisborne, Riddells Creek, Bullengarook and Fire Rescue Victoria from Station 53 (Sunbury) turned out to the scene.

The restaurant suffered superficial damage butno structural damage.

Kerrie build approved

Development of Rural Conservation land for ahigh bushfire risk area at Kerrie has been approved.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council voted 7-2 in favour of the application for Lot 1 Gradys Lane for ahouse, studio, two agricultural buildings and horse husbandry for two horses at the 15-hectare site.

The application attracted seven objections from neighbouring properties including major concern about bushfire risk, as well as concerns about septic and inappropriate use of land.

Against the officer recommendation, Cr Rob Guthrie sought council support for amotion to refuse the application, raising similar concerns.

"I don't believe sufficient consideration has been given to the negative impacts on the environment and landscape in assessing this application," he said.

"I appreciate that the CFAhas not objected to the application but Ihave real concerns –especiallyabout the restricted single way –in road access."

Both Crs JenniferAnderson andBill West acknowledged the difficulty in deciding on the application with various factors to consider

No objection from the CFA on the application was amajor consideration for councillors who also flagged concern about the potential fire risk.

"The Macedon Ranges is one of the most fire-prone areas on the planet but obviously people still live here and the CFAfound no argument against this house being built on this site. The water authorities also offer no objection," Cr Mark Ridgeway said.

Councillors also heard the development would not be visible from the road or neighbouring houses.

The officer's recommendation came with aseries of conditions.

Adivision recorded councillors in favour of the application approval and officer recommendation were: Anderson, Bonanno, Death, Pearce, Ridgeway,Pearce and West. Those against were: Guthrie and Moore.

Disruptions forCastlemaine

From today Telstra will begin upgrading its mobile base station in Castlemaine to bring better 4G services and new 5G coverage.

The works will bring temporary service disruptions to the site during the day until Friday,June 23.

The site will be restored at the end ofeachworkday.The network will be resumed over the weekend.

On Monday,June 26 work will continue where there will be no 3Gor4Gcoverage from the site as the final integration and testing is undertaken to complete the 5Gupgrade. If all goes well and weather permitting, the works will be completed on June 26.

Telstra mobile customers may start receiving text messages advising them ofthe upcoming upgrade. Landline services, NBN internet services and mobile coverage from other providers will not be impacted.

Any calls to Triple Zero from aTelstra mobile when the site is offair will automatically be diverted to any working mobile network for connection toemergency services.

"Weknow that there is anever agood time for work like this to occur,however,the service disruption is required toperform the significant work required to provide the new technologyand speed and capacity to Castlemaine," Telstra'sregional general manager Steve Tinker said.

For mobile coverage in the interim, if residents have access to awi-fi signal at home or at work, Telstra encourages residents to activate wi-fi calling.

Firefighters attend tothe scene of arestaurantfire at Gisborne last Friday.

Mulled wine and marshmallows

The Maldon in Winter Festival is on again with ajam-packed calendar of events from June 23 to July 9.

The 14-day event kicks offonFriday with the opening of the unique Kangaroo Art Installation opening on Main Street at 5pm before celebrating the Winter Solstice with abonfire, pagan rituals, mulled wine and marshmallows at 7pm on Phoenix Street.

Make sure to visit Maldon'sfirst speakeasy

The Racket Club open Friday to Sunday for the duration of the festival.

All you have to do is find the green door, reveal your password, step inside, and be transported back to the roaring 20s and enjoy adrink made by two of Australia'sleading mixologists.

The Gatsby Night on Saturday July 1will further bring the era of prohibition back to life with Stephen Howard and his speakeasy jazz so pull out your best flapper dress and put your dancing shoes on.

Whisky expert Gorge Camorra will be running aseries of whisky and gin masterclasses throughout the festival taking you on ajourney through history and around the world with Gin Through the Ages and Whiskies of the World. Learn all about the origins of your favourite spirits while savouring unique blends.

On Sunday,locals and visitors are invited to get into the spirit of the historic mining town by taking part in the inaugural Gold Fever Treasure Hunt.

See if you can unearth the original box that transported gold from the region to the Ballarat Mining exchange filled with $1000 in gold coins for one lucky fossicker to find.

The festival will also include amystery whodunit play read at the athenaeum library, TedX talks, live music at the Machinery Museum and aperformance by Australia'snumber one Fleetwood Mac tribute band so make sure to visit www.maldon.org.au/maldon-inwinter for the full program of events.

Insights and strategies

An upcoming Business Kyneton Networking Event will take place at the picturesque Kyneton Bushland Resort on Tuesday,July11from 6.30pm.

Guest speaker Lachlan Cameron, the renowned author of The Oracle: Amodern-day success story that you'd be crazy not to make your own, will be joining the group.

Lachlan Cameron will enlighten guests with valuable insights and strategies to enhance your personal lives and drive greater success in your businesses. This event promises to be avaluable opportunity for networking and expanding your knowledge base. Don't miss out on this chance to gain inspiration and connect with fellow professionals in the Kyneton community

Ashuttle bus will be an added option for those who wish to come from town. Pick up and drop offfrom Kyneton Hotel. If you would like to get the shuttle please add to your ticket. Food wine and drinks are inclusive.

Go to www.businesskyneton.com.au to book your tickets

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That’s whyweare introducingnew legislation to establishthe Victorian Transmission Investment Framework Communityand stakeholder feedback hasinformed this importantwork

Take a‘spirit’ual masterclass –Gin Through the Ages or Whiskies of the World with the legendary Gorge Camorra, pictured here with the crew from 18th Amendment Bar Ballarat and Geelong.

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Amuch-loved memberofthe Woodend community has left thetown she loved a lasting legacy

Jo Clancy died in 2018 but lefther entire estate to theWoodend Landcaregroup to builda new pedestrian bridgeoverFive Mile Creek.

About 50 community members got together on Sunday to celebrate, joined by local councillors, the designer of thebridge and the builder as well as 12 members of Jo’sfamily (three generations) whotravelledfrom Melbourne.

Woodend Landcarepresident Peter Yates said the bridgewas built by virtue of an incrediblygenerous bequest by local Jo Clancy

"Jo served on theWoodendLandcare committee for many years and was president for atime,"Petersaid

"After someofJo’sfriends, colleagues and family members shared their reminiscences, we alladjournedtothe site of the memorial to Jo’sgenerosity where Jo’s family unveiled amemorial plaque.

"Wefollowedthiswith some shared refreshments andthenhad the opportunity to look at somephotos andplans of thesite dating back to 2006."

Jo moved to Woodendinabout 2002 with her daughter Ruth andquicklybecame involved with landcare.

"She had an enduring interest in the natural environment and one of herdreams was thatone day,there would be apedestrian bridgeacross the creek between Bowen Streetand Wood Street," Peter said.

"Jo decided to leave her entire estate to landcare withsomeveryspecificwishes for us to carryout. High on her list was the bridge.

"Sixteenyearslater, it becamea reality ThankstoJo!"

Peter said all 60 attendees tested the integrityofthe 25-metre-long bridge after Ray,the designer,assured them it would cope.

"Afterwards, Jo’sfamilyscattered some of herashes from the bridgeasa final tribute," Petersaid.

Jo Clancy’s family members unveil the memorial plaque.

Lancefield Park plan call

Lancefield Park user groups are calling for asite master plan to boost what has been dubbed the "heart and soul of the Lancefield community".

Arequest for funding support was part of submission to Macedon Ranges Shire Council's2023/24 Draft Budget.

Speaking to the submission, Lancefield Park Recreation Reserve Committee of Management secretary Bill Balcam said an updated master plan would guide the park's future, helping to "increase events, visitation and usage, while opening opportunities for Lancefield".

The council will consider all budget submissions for determination at the Scheduled Council Meeting to be held June 28.

Trade, exchange andconnect

An Offers and Needs Market will be held in Castlemaine next month, giving people an opportunity to meet to identify and exchange passions, knowledge, skills, resources, opportunities and needs.

Facilitator Samantha Wittenberg said the concept was nothing new,with roots in ancient indigenous cultures, but just needed abit of support to re-enliven it.

"From finding someone to collaborate on aproject, engaging aprofessional

service or atutor,finding aplace to stay or learning worm composting, the opportunities are endless," she said.

"But it'snot all about trade and exchange, it'sabout the kind of human connection that makes us feel rich and abundant, just because we are alive.

"Weall have passions, resources, skills, services, knowledge and opportunities that we can share with others. And we all have things we need."

Samantha said there were many reasons for people to join, including being part of new economies on ahuman scale, equitable and localised, as well asmaking new connections. The next Offers and Needs Market will be held on July 8from 3pm to 5pm (arrive 2.30 to settle in for prompt start at 3pm) at the Northern Arts Hotel, 359 Barker Street, Castlemaine. Booking essential: events.humanitix. com/offers-and-needs-market

Design awardsopen

Entries are now open for the Victorian Premier’s Design Awards.

The awards are open to designers, architects, design studios and businesses based in Victoria across eight design categories.

All category winners go into the running for the coveted Victorian Premier’s Design of the Year.

Entries will be judged by ajury of national and international design and business experts. Winners will be announced at aceremony in March next year.

Entries close July 21. Entry is free.

For details, visit: premiersdesignawards.vic.gov.au

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Learnhow to darn

Moths got to your woolies? Don't throw them away, bring them to the next Repair Cafe on June 25 and learn to darn so you can keep wearing your favourites.

Gisbornestirs acuppa

Four cafes in Gisborne threw their support behind World Elder Abuse Awareness Day with Stir aCuppa events last week.

The Jolly Miller,3 Little Pigs, Kaffeine Bar and Gisborne Bakery and Café backed the cause, encouraging people to meet or accompany the elder in their life –relative, neighbour,colleague or friend –for acuppa.

The Jolly Miller launched the event with specially prepared WEAAD cakes, which were enjoyed by customers who purchased coffee on the day

Sunbury FM radio’sbreakfast show presenter Jack Harris emceed the morning, which was attended by special guests, founding chair of Senior Rights Victoria Janet Wood and Macedon Ranges councillor Rob Guthrie.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council also lit the Kyneton Town Hall purple to mark the day

"It is important to raise awareness about elder abuse, to ensure older people are respected and included within each

community," said event coordinator Lynda Cameron.

"Elder abuse is everyone’sbusiness and there is no excuse for it."

Elder abuse is any act that causes harm to an older person and could be carried out by someone they know and trust such as a family member or friend.

The abuse may be physical, social, financial, psychological or sexual and can include mistreatment and neglect.

Warning signs of elder abuse may include an older person seeming fearful, anxious or isolated. There may be injuries, or an absence of personal care. Unexplained changes to legal documents or finances are also of concern.

If you are experiencing elder abuse, or concerned about an older person, you can get help by calling Seniors Rights Victoria on 1300 368 821, Monday to Friday,from 10am to 5pm.

For more information, visit: seniorsrights.org.au or elderabuseawarenessday.org.au

Woolens are expensive so it's good to repair them and keep them for longer. Bring along broken household items, electrical appliances, sewing repairs or maybe learn basic bicycle maintenance. Need help wiping personal info from a phone before recycling? Bring it along. Do you need help with settings on your phone? You can now get phone help at the Castlemaine Repair Cafe, 10am to 1pm, Castlemaine Community House, 30 Templeton Street. Enter via the back door from the car park.

The Cafe welcomes new helpers for the reception table, tea and coffee of maybe chaperoning people to repairers. Or maybe you're ahandy person who'd like to help sometimes? Go along and have alook at what happens there and maybe you can help out.

Enquiries to Chris on 5470 5508. Leave your name and number clearly in messages.

Pictured from left are Janet Wood, Gunther Behrendt of Gisborne Men’s Shed, Judy Culpin of Gisborne CWA, MRSC councillor Rob Guthrie and Jack Harris.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council also lit theKyneton Town Hall purple to mark the day.

Exhibitionclaims national honour

The good newscontinues for the newly installed Boorp Boorp Boondyil exhibition at the historic Castlemaine Market Building, with the announcementthat exhibition celebrating local Indigenous culture haswon anational award.

Boorp Boorp Boondyil,which means ‘passing knowledge on to our children’, was selected as the winnerinthe Indigenous Recognition category of the 2023 National Awards for Local Government.

The awards highlight initiatives implemented by local governments that are innovative,make adifference to their local communities, displayexcellence, and have outcomes that are replicable across the country

Boorp Boorp Boondyil exhibition cocurator and Dja Dja Wurrung Elder Uncle Rick Nelson was presented with the award on Tuesday morning in Canberra by the Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories Kristy McBain.

"It's been agreat experience working on Boorp Boorp Boondyil andthe outcome has beenoutstanding,” Uncle Rick Nelson said.

Mount Alexander shire mayor Rosie Annear, council's chief executive officer Darren Fuzzard and exhibition project manager Donna Spiller were also in attendance to receive the award.

This is the second award that Boorp Boorp Boondyil has received this month, with the exhibitionselected as one of the inaugural winners of the2023 Maggolee Awards, an initiative of Reconciliation Victoria.

"How special to be in Canberra with Uncle Rick having Boorp Boorp Boondyil recognised with anational award,” Cr Annear said.

"This exhibition was adream for many years, and seeing it come to fruition the way it has, and to nowhave such abeautiful sharing of Indigenous culture, housed in the heart of Castlemaine, is joyful and rewarding.”

Boorp Boorp Boondyil opened in October2022at theMarket Building in Castlemaine andfeatures range of stunning artworks by Indigenous and non-Indigenousartists designed to offer an immersive and interactive insight

into Jaara culture,Countryand community.

Boorp Boorp Boondyil is open every day (except Christmas Day) from 9am to 5pm at the Castlemaine Market Building, 44 Mostyn Street,Castlemaine

CEO Darren Fuzzard; mayor Cr Rosie Annear; Boorp Boorp Boondyil exhibition project manager Donna Spiller; Boorp Boorp Boondyil exhibition co-curator and Dja Dja Wurrung Elder Uncle Rick Nelson; and Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories Kristy McBain.

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Enter the Whaleboneworld

Whalebone is ashow that speaks about the importance and future of our stories in a new era where artificial intelligence starts to substitute human decisions. It is avisual family show that enquires our dealing with memories in aworld where we are flooded by digital data.

With the magical premise of aspace where all human stories are safe guarded, the audiences are taken on ajourney full of surprises and magical stage wonders, where stories fly through the air and old telephones transform into desert- shower appliances. Imagine aplace full of spectacular and interactive video animations, tinkered machines, digital gadgets and holograms.

The show is recommended for those aged six to 14 years, and families.

Whalebone will be showing at the Kyneton Town Hall on Friday June 30 from 2pm to 3pm. Book tickets via: mrsc.vic.gov.au

Impacts of plastics

The‘Impacts of single-use plastics’ exhibition is on show at the Hanging Rock Discovery Centre from the end of June, along with winning entries from the Hanging Rock Single-use Plastics Art Competition. The exhibition provides an interactive look at single-use plastic pollution and its effect on the environment.

Art competition works were created by early learning, kindergarten, primary and secondary school aged children.

HOLIDAY fun!

Learn to cartoon

Dromkeen is hosting aseries of cartooning and stop-motion workshops with Cardytoons on Tuesday June 27.

Participants can learn the basics of cartoon drawing, cartoon action and comics, and animation and stop motion in three separate sessions. Each session costs $15-$20. Dromkeen Gallery and Tearoom is located at Gisborne-Kilmore Road, Riddells Creek. RSVP to Bernadette Joiner on 0432 282 704 or bernadette@dromkeen.com.au

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When Doves Crime

Junior crime fighters, get ready to spread your wings and join the Real Pigeons as they tackle anew mystery live in Kyneton.

Author Andrew McDonald, illustrator Ben Wood and host Janet McLeod are bringing the Real Pigeons books to life at Kyneton Town Hall with afresh, exciting pigeon mystery packed with live drawings, sound effects and all your fearless feathered friends. The audience is encouraged to dress in their best pigeon crimefighting gear –you may just be called on to assist.

This 60-minute show is recommended for those aged four and above.

The Real Pigeons: When Doves Crime is on Saturday June 24 at 1.30pm to 2.30pm. Tickets at: mrsc.vic.gov.au

Build an incredible chain-reaction in a workshop sure to impress budding inventors and creative thinkers. Working as a team with Jens Althemier,participants will create achain reaction machine from recycled materials that will shoot lollies across the room!

resolving, communication, cooperation and logical thinking are promoted in this fun workshop. This workshop is suitable for those aged five to 12 years. It will be held the Kyneton Town Hall on Thursday, June 29 from 11am to noon. Book online at: mrsc.vic.gov.au

Alphabet of Awesome Science

The Alphabet of Awesome Science is ascientific race through the alphabet where awesome words inspire awesome science!

Join professors Lexi Con and Noel Edge (AKA the Word Nerd and the Science Freak) for athrilling voyage through the alphabet –where great big chewy sesquipedalian words inspire mind-blowing scientific surprises.

Professor Lexi Con has curated acurious collection of her favourite words (one for every letter of the alphabet) with each word providing Professor Noel Edge with an inspirational jumping offpoint for 26 quirky scientific demonstrations –that squish and squirt, float and fly,erupt and explode!

Together,this dad-joke quipping, prank-pulling pair of polished professors strut their stuffina performance that’sequal parts explosive, messy,

spectacular,hilarious, fascinating and gross.

And if things weren’t exciting enough, every show is completely different, with audiences determining the order in which the letters are revealed andexplored.

It’salso arace –theseprofessors have just 52 minutes to complete their alphabetical, scientifical countdown. That’sjust two minutes per experiment! Will they make it in time?

Brace yourself for an immersive hour of carefully crafted alphabetical, scientifical (award-winning!) chaos!

This show is suited to afamily audience, and will engage children of all ages. Those under 15 years old must be accompanied by an adult

The AlphabetofAwesome Science is coming to Kyneton Town Hall on Monday July 3at11am to noon.

Thought-provoking and humoroustheatre

There’ssomething for everyone in not-for-profit Cathouse Players’ June production of Deception

Their pop-up auditorium at the Kyneton Masonic Centre, 7Yaldwyn Street West, is cosy and warm, their lavish interval refreshments from their hospitality team are legendary,and their carefully curated program of four One-Act Plays – Over She Goes (a World Premiere), Disturbed, ANew York Minute,and ALittle Something forthe Ducks –will provide thoughtprovoking and humorous moments throughout.

All-inclusive tickets are $25/$20 for this week’sthree remainingperformances, Friday June 23 at 8pm, and matinees on Saturday and Sunday, June 24 and 25 at 2pm. Doors open 30 minutes before show time.

Director Bette Sartore, cast and crew look forward to your company!

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/ CEUSG or please call Brian or Katie on the Catphone: 0490 485 850. www.cathouseplayers.com.au

MANet launches landscape prize

Maldon Artist Network has partnered with EDGE Galleries to present the 2023 Maldon Landscape Prize for painting, drawing and mixed media.

The generous prize of $10,000 is sponsored by the HMR Foundation based in Italy

The prize encourages artists to personally interpret landscape. The theme, ‘Essence of Place’, invites artists to bring their skills: everything they know,observe, and apprehend, to create work for consideration that may be formal, technically balanced, out of order, maverick, wildly inventive, traditionally understood, arresting, composed, sublime, joyous, anguished, abstract or acombination of the above.

To promote and articulate the ‘Essence of Place’ theme, the MANet and Edge Galleries teams are honoured to have permission to utilise the magnificent landscape works of the late Philip Hunter to promote the event thanks to his widow and fellow artist, Vera Moller

“Philip Hunter was an original, unlike any other painter,inthe way his draughtsmanship was in constant service to asymbolic and evocative vision of the country” (Peter Graven, Sydney Morning Herald,May 15, 2017).

As well as being adedicated landscape painter,Philip Hunter was an academic. Having graduated at Prahran College, he

MITS music industry workshop

Aseries of music industry workshops for youths will be held in Kyneton throughout June. These brief sessions, hosted by Macedon Ranges Shire Council’sMusic in the Sticks team, will give participants foundational knowledge in lighting for the stage (June 27), photography (June 27), booking a gig (June 29), and live sound (June 29).

Macedon Ranges residents aged 12-18 are welcome to join the workshops. These sessions are fully supervised and will take place at the Kyneton Youth Portable (behind Kyneton Town Hall), Hutton Street.

To RSVP,email mits@mrsc.vic.gov.au or call (03) 5422 0333.

later completed post graduate studies at the Victorian College of the Arts. Hunter first taught at Prahran and then became alegendary teacher in painting at the VCA.

MANet member Catherine Tait said they welcomed 2023 prize entrants’ responses to place, to environment to country re-imagined.

“Weare thrilled to open the Maldon Landscape Prize to artists wherever they reside, nationally or beyond,” she said.

“All works will be submitted digitally online for initial judging by an esteemed panel of professionals and the finalists will be exhibited at EDGE Galleries in Maldon.

“Highly respected landscape painter,Mary Tonkin, will judge and award the prize.

“Following on from the great success of the Maldon Portrait Prize for both painting and for photography,weare excited to bring some beautiful work from awide range of gifted artists to this exhibition which also includes online awards for People’sChoice.”

Information about entering, including important dates and submission details is at www maldonartisnetwork.org.au

“Welookforward to bringing this exciting exhibition to Maldon as an example of the rich cultural offerings in this part ofthe world and to the wonderful conversations that art prompts,” Tait said.

Geobloom no. 4byPhilip Hunter evokes the theme ‘Essence of Place’.

From ANew York Minute are Fiona Agyeman as Melissa and Ross Tempest as Harry.Photo: Nicole Katiforis

From ALittle Something for the Ducks is Maggie Browne as Irma and Frank Sartore as Samuel. Photo: Nicole Katiforis

SUPER QUIZ?

Local knowledge (1 point)

1. Which local wine pioneer was acknowledged with an OAM in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours?

2. Miss Maisie has stores in which two local towns?

3. What is the first prize in Kyneton Football Netball Club’s major raffle fundraiser this year?

4. Who was the victor in the MAIN Game footy match fundraiser? (3 points)

5. The Cup of Kindness Community Food Van is anew initiative in which community?

General

knowledge (1 point)

6. What year did the finale of long-running Aussie drama series Neighbours air?

7. Where in the world is the island of Sulawesi?

8. Where in the human body is the cerebellum located?

9. The following are all types of what: bowler, boater and panama? (3 points)

10. Who was the last Czar of Russia?

TODAY’S CROSSWORD

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That old chestnut

John Perlak,Lancefield

In response to Heather McGregor ('Show courtesy to all', Opinions, May 30).

It'sbeen awhile since I've heard the old chestnut argument about cyclists having to be registered. Apart from the fact that I already pay registrations for acar,motorcycle and trailer,how do the pro-registration believers think it could be administered?

Given that an appropriate cost may be as low as $10, yet the administration cost would be over $50, do the believers feel comfortable accepting atax hike to pay for the army of rubber stampers that would be required. In addition, who will pay for the cost of policing abicycle registration; the police? Idon't think so.

As far as Ican see nothing much will change the attitude of 'some' drivers towards cyclists except for acomplete revision of testing and regular re-testing requirements for all road users, which would include asignificant psychological and defensive components.

Let me give you another viewpoint. After 60 years of cycling I've recently hung up my helmet and shoes. Not because of any reason other than that Idon't feel safe anymore on the roads. Inattention is asignificant issue for drivers today and I'd rather not be avictim ofit.

Oh,and I'm not aware of any data that suggests that bicycle riders are any worse than car drivers regarding pedestrians crossing the road or car drivers trying to (hit acyclist when opening their car doors) get out of their car after parking (after diligently looking over their shoulder!).

This behaviourmustcease

GaySanders, Kyneton

Surely we all agree with Rod Hadfield ('This has got to stop', Opinions,June13) otherwise would we be human, and have we evolved at all?

While we are avid about avoiding our own pain and suffering, we still allow people to behave like barbarians and inflict unthinkable injury and suffering on other sensate beings. If ahuman got in the way of one of these bullets and was maimed or killed, there’d be an outcry

There is no voice from any of these animals being harmed.

This abominable human behaviour must cease.

My sentiments exactly!

JanineMcDougall, RiddellsCreek

Re. ‘Why don’t we have asay about it?’ (Opinions,June 13): my sentiments exactly Kate Orr!

Surely in ademocratic society,we, the ratepayers and residents, are entitled to have asay regarding the profound impact

the imposition of commercial kangaroo killing will have on our wildlife?

Sadly,occasionally it may be necessary to cull kangaroo populations but it must be done humanely in accordance with best 21st century animal welfare practice, informed by biological and conservation science, and independent of commercial interests.

The state government’sKangaroo Management Plan has no monitoring of night shooting to ensure compliance with the National Code of Practice. Consequently,‘bad kills’ that leave kangaroos to suffer horrific injuries and/or die apainful death are not uncommon, as wildlife carers all over both shires can attest to. Neither are orphaned joeys, those who escape being legally bludgeoned to death either die of starvation, predation or become the responsibility of our already overburdened wildlife carers.

It is difficult to see how the expansion of the commercial kangaroo industry to include more kangaroo meat for human consumption will not impact kill quota determination.

As aChristian, to me, suchcruelty and mismanagement is an abuse of God’sgood creation. Aconsumer boycott of all kangaroo products, particularly petfood known to contain kangaroo (as Ido), is one option of expression. However,itappears others of amore immediate nature are urgently needed.

Community isa stakeholder Huntly Barton, Greenhill

Last Thursday evening lattended the meeting held at the RM Begg facility, which was well attendeddespite the location.

The chairperson Phillip Irvine started by stating that the stakeholders of RM Begg were the residents, staff,community and management. This was aserious misrepresentation by the board of the stakeholders as he should have stated the community,which includes the residents, staffetc Every community member of our area is a potential resident

Ithink the general feeling is that Respect is the appropriate NFP organisation to manage the facility,their CEO Jason Binder was up front and did not shirk from any questions puttohim. There is only one thing that concerns me andthat is how will this newbody communicate and listen to the community? Some sort of inclusion into the transfer is required, that protects the community. So,community has continued involvement weather as avolunteer,oradesiretodonate to the facility

The residents who attendedspoke positively of the change and enforced what amarvellous aged care facility RM Begg was. Community involvement is essential for the future success of this marvellous facility,somore consultation bythe board

with community is required.

Economies of scale are required for RM Begg’sfuture, butnever forget that it is community involvement that helps make RM Begg what it is today

Callingall Magpie Life Members!

CalebKuhle, CFNC President

The Castlemaine Football Netball Club is holding our annual Sponsors & Life Members Day atthe CampReserve, Castlemaine this Saturday June 24.

The club would like to take this opportunity to cordially invite all our sponsors and valued Life Members to attend the celebration which is part of our Round 10 match day at Camp Reserve against Maryborough Football Netball Club.

We would like to show our appreciation for your longstanding contribution to our club by inviting you to join us for a half-time afternoon tea and drinks within the CFNC social rooms and after the game for game-day awards.

We also encourage you to support our various football and netball teams on the day and have included ascheduleofthe day for your convenience below:

-10.45am: Under 18 Football

-11.20am: 17 &Under Netball

-12.30pm: Reserves Football

-12.40pm: BReserve Netball

-2pm: BGrade Netball

-2.20pm: Senior Men’sFootball

-3.20pm: AGrade Netball

-Half time of senior game (3.15pm –4pm approximately) –Sponsors &Life Members afternoon tea in social rooms

-From 5pm approximately -Game Day awards in social rooms.

The legacy of your dedication to our club continues to affect immense pride and appreciation in our players, members, club administrators and volunteers.

Build approved

MacedonRanges Shire Council has approved acontemporary two-lot unit development for 1ThomStreet, New Gisborne. The development includes one single-storey unit and one doublestorey unit on about 800m2.

Councillors voted 7-2 in favour of the council officer's recommendation for approval. Those against the approval were Crs Anne Moore and Rob Guthrie.

Trail open

The Federation Trail between Lancefield and Romsey is openagain. It had been closed for aconsiderable time for safety reasons due to storm damage.

The shire council carried out emergency repairs to enable the track to be useable once again.

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With seven acres of undulating land, including some creek flats, this tranquil property has all the advantages of abeautiful bush-based lifestyle less than 10 minutes from all the conveniences of central Castlemaine or the Harcourt township. ARussell Parsons built home, it has been designed with asuperb north aspect providing passive warming over the winter months.

The property has been beautifully maintained.

The 12-year-old home was recently repainted and includes anew oven and cooktop, and renewed reverse cycle air conditioning.

The four bedrooms are good-sized. The main comes with an oversize ensuite, and there is a large central bathroom with accessibility features, including awalk-in shower

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windows, open plan access from the kitchen and there is outside entry from either side of the home

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This is an energy efficient home with 1.5Kw of solar power,roll down outside awnings, plus double glazing throughout.

It also offers fantastic outdoor dining and entertaining opportunities with wide verandahs and apergola, alfresco dining areas and afire pit space

The fully established low-maintenance gardens have raised beds, sandstone edging, winding freshly gravelled pathways, veggie beds, fruit trees and views from all angles

The property is on town and tank water and a double garage with generous workshop. There is also sealed road access.

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Contact: 5470 5811

Comfortand Savings in Dwellings with Sustainable Features

In aregionrenownedfor itsidylliclandscapes and charming neighbourhoods,anoteworthytrend is reshapingthe housingmarket. Residents, driven by thepursuit of affordability andenvironmental consciousness, are increasingly turning to energy efficient homes. Thisrisingwaveofcompact living not only brings aboutsubstantial cost savings but also reflects acommitmenttosustainable practices.

The currentsurge in smallerdwellings is primarily fuelled by thedesiretocurtail theexorbitantcosts associated withrunningahousehold. Compact homes, inherentlymore energy-efficient,require fewerresources forheating andcooling, resulting in significantreductions in energy bills. As utility expenses continuetorise, homeowners are embracingdownsizing as apragmatic solution to allocate theirfinancialresourcesmore wisely.

Moreover,the integration of superior insulation, double-glazedwindows,and well-fitteddoors ensures aconsistentlycomfortable indoor environmentthroughoutthe year,negatingthe need forexcessive temperaturecontrol

Opting forenergy-efficient upgradesrepresentsa prudent financialdecisionaswell. Apartfromthe immediate returns in theformofreduced energy bills, such investments addsubstantial valueto

theproperty. Prospectivebuyersare increasingly attractedtohomesequippedwithsustainable features,recognising thelong-term benefitsand potential forcostsavings

When embarking on thejourney of purchasing a smaller, energy-efficient home,prospective buyers shouldconsiderseveral keyfactors.Window furnishings,suchasblindsorcurtains, also play apivotal role in enhancing insulation capabilities Lighting is another critical consideration, with energy-efficient optionslikeLEDsdrastically reducing electricityconsumption. Lastly,anorthfacing aspectprovesadvantageousasitallows natural sunlighttonaturally warm thehomeduring thecolderwintermonths

As theshift towards smaller, energy-efficient homesgains traction, an arrayofproperties boasting desirablefeatureshas emergedonthe market.Noteworthyexamplesinclude:

3BartonStreet, Kyneton: Situatedwitha northern, sunnyaspect, this abodeenjoysample natural lightand warmth,contributing to acosy living environment.New owners also have the potential to closethe entire bedroom wing to realise furtherheating savings

40 Tucker Street,Malmsbury: Distinguished by itsimpressive 6-star energy ratingand double-

glazed windows,thispropertyboastsexceptional insulation capabilities,ensuringenergyefficiency. Itsadvantageousproximity to public transportation further adds to itsappeal

119RosaCourt,Kyneton: Forthose whoneed space witha large family,thisremarkabledwelling showcases consistentlylow energy billsyearround, courtesy of theinstallationof36PVsolar panels anddouble-glazedwindows,delivering substantial cost savings

48 WedgeCourt,Kyneton: Every detail has been consideredwhenitcomestocomfortand efficiency.Underslabgas hydronicfloor heating, twoheating andcoolingsplit systems, ceiling fans, double glazedwindows,sliding doors,and comprehensive roof,ceiling,and wall insulation maintain aconsistenttemperature

The growingtrend towardssmaller,energyefficienthomes is evident in theregion. Homeowners are increasingly recognisingthe advantages of downsizing to more manageable spacesthatnot only offerfinancialbenefits but alsoalign withtheir environmentalvalues. By carefully consideringenergy-efficientfeatures when purchasing ahome, individuals canpave theway fora sustainablefuture while enjoying immediatefinancialreturnsand enhancedcomfort withintheir living spaces

40 TuckerStreet, Malmsbury

ModernLiving with Magnificent Views

Open Saturday 2.30pm -3.00pm

For Sale

EPR: $690,000 -$750,000

With arguablythe best aspecttoenjoy theMalmsbury viaduct, prepare to discover this recentlybuilt 4bedroom,2bathroomhome. Withalarge open plan kitchen,meals andfamilyarea that flows outtoa delightfulalfresco area, this home providesanideal vantagepoint to admire theiconicbluestone bridge.Witha6starenergyrating, second living space andeasymaintenance garden,there is nothing left to do,it’sready andwaiting foryou to move in

42 2613 sqm

48 WedgeCourt, Kyneton

Luxury and NatureIntertwine

Open Saturday

12.15pm -12.45pm

For Sale

EPR: $1,000,000- $1,100,000

Thismodernbrick veneer home sits on aspacious 2,711sqm plot,commanding attentionwithits impressivepresence. Thelower leveloffers2 generous bedrooms withBIRs, afamily-sized bathroom with abathand shower,and alarge laundry. Upstairs,a privatemasterretreatawaits, featuringBIRsand an ensuite. Just under 6years old, it combines sleek designand natural beauty foranunmatched living experience

32 42,711sqm

236 Premier Mine Road, Kyneton South

Open Wednesday28June 12.30pm -1.15pm

For Sale

EPR: $2,400,000 -$2,600,000

Picturesque Estate with Coliban Reservoir Frontage

'Indigo'isanexceptional estate situated at the endofa peaceful road,spanning approximately 14.36ha(35 acres). With acharmingupper ColibanReservoir frontageand breathtaking views, this residence offers an unmatchedliving experience. The1990mud brickhome features 4bedrooms, with2oneach level, allwith access to bathrooms. Thepropertyincludes equestrianand agriculturalamenitiessuchasstables, an arena, roundyard, andample shedding.

44 614.36 ha (35 acres)

119 Rosa Court, Kyneton

Open Saturday 11.15am -11.45am

For Sale

EPR: $1,500,000 -$1,650,000

Elevated 4Bedroom Home In APark-Like Setting

Discreetlyset well back offa quiet culdesac,thislight-filled familyhome providesample space andprivacy on asprawling2.10ha(approx.5 acres) Encircledbya shadydeepverandahthatwraps around the4bedroom plus study, 2bathroomlayout, thefloorplan deliverslight andspace in equal measure. As youwindupthe long driveway,you'llimmediately feel asense of arrival, greetedbya picturesque homesteadinapark-like setting.

52 42.10ha(5acres)

More Listings

114 Flynns Lane, Kyneton EPR: $2,900,000 -$3,100,000 Flynn'sHill -Ascenicrural estate set on 5.87ha

OPEN BY APPOINTMENTONLY

2MalmsburyPost Office Road, Malmsbury

EPR: $570,000 -$630,000

Buildthe home of youdream 2.25ha (5.5 acres) residential land.

OPEN BY APPOINTMENTONLY

3Barton Street, Kyneton EPR: $750,000 -$820,000

Fullyrenovated lightand bright 4bedroom,2bathroomhome.

OPEN SATURDAY11.15AM -11.45AM

18 Fraser Street, Malmsbury EPR: $650,000 -$695,000

Coastal inspired 3bedroom home on 1,182m2

338Shepherds Hill Road, Lauriston

'Carringbush'

For Sale

EPR: $1,200,000- $1,300,000

'Carringbush'isastunning naturelovers’ paradise.The 2bedroom weatherboardhome,withamoderncharcoal exterior,dissolves into the surrounds, allowing the9.5ha (approx. 23 acres) landscapetobetruly admired andappreciated.Fully fenced,the property boasts threedams, twoofwhich are springfed,attracting nativebirdlifewithaserene outlookthatissureto impress.

21 49.5 ha (approx.23acres)

OPEN SATURDAY1.45PM-2.15PM

19 Jessie Evelyn Crescent, Kyneton EPR: $850,000 -$900,000 4bedroom,2 bathroom home withmulti living areas

OPEN SATURDAY 10.45AM-11.00AM

32 Mollison Street, Kyneton EPR: $550,000 -$590,000

1930sCalifornia Bungalowripefor renovation.

OPEN SATURDAY10.15AM -10.30AM

7Orr Street, Malmsbury EPR: $295,000 1,064m2 residential landwithelevatedviews.

Agent Profile

Damien Walder –Sales Consultant

Considering homes as more than simply properties to sell, Damien really looksbeneath the surface when he meets his clients to assess and understand exactly what each individual, couple and family are looking for.Relatable and honest, he loves the authentic relationships that naturally develop with his clients, which is whyhetreats each one likefamily

With astrong background in financial planning, Damien’s combined love of numbers, sales and customer service put him in the best position to understand his clients, and deliver best outcomes in each and every situation.

Acountry boy at heart, Damien’sknowledge of farming life and sense of community are extremely important to him, and continually drive him to further his involvement in local activities, family commitments and professional engagements. Above all, he is afamily man who prides himself on his reliability &honesty,and always being up for a laugh.

Damien Walder -0438563 519 dwalder@rtedgarmr.com.au

125 Cribbes HillRoad, Elphinstone

Secreted away from the world on approximately 60 acres of productiveland, this 3-bedroom plus study residence magnificently blends lifestyle, vocation andmulti-generationalpotential with crisp contemporarylines harmoniously contrasting with the property's unbridled pastoralcharm. Immersed in native verdureand an idealised countrified aura, this enchanting estate inspires a completetreechangewith its separateapartment accommodation, farming amenities and excellentunderpinnings -ideal forrecreational farmers and home businesses.

Price: $1,390,000 -$1,520,000

5SproulePlace,Woodend

This beautifully crafted 4bedroomhome echoes curved lines and accentuatedmodern statements. Arounded 6.3m high wall vaulted ceiling in the main loungeisfilledwith northern lightand warmed by an open fireplace. Thereisasunken dining room, aretreat/studyareathatdivides thechildren’sbedrooms and sharea royalbathroom. The home has concrete flooring with underfloor heatingand zonedductedheating/cooling. The gourmetkitchen is well equipped with qualitybenchtops andappliances. A northern back yard hasagenerousundercoveralfrescoentertaining area that overlooksafire pit area andthe stunning lowmaintenance garden.

Price Range: $2,450,000-$2,650,000

22 Strathclyde Crescent, Woodend

8GordonCourt, Woodend

59 King Drive, Lancefield

3Royston Road,Woodend

7Melville

Kyneton 49 Moonah

Long Forest

Family favourite

Set back on its expansive 2311m2, this generous fourbedroom brick veneer family home provides room for everyone, complete with astunning inground pool and entertainment area.

Situated with ashort drive into Castlemaine for retail, amenities, and schools, this is the complete package for the family

Central to the home is the first of two living spaces leading into an open-plan kitchen with dining. The kitchen provides adouble wall oven, adishwasher,a large walk-in pantry,and plenty of storage with sliding doors leading out onto agenerous alfresco entertaining area framed by a

beautiful fernery on either side and features asolid wood heater Twowings offthe central living include alarge formal lounge 9.2m long with adouble aspect to the front and back garden highlighted by afeature bay window and the main bedroom complete with awalk-in robe and ensuite. The second wing includes three bedrooms with built-in robes, serviced by agenerous bathroom with shower and bath, aseparate toilet, alaundry with external access with internal details being ducted heating, ceiling fans, three split systems, awall air conditioner unit and an integrated solar system. The alfresco area leads to hours of family

fun; an 11mx 3.8 inground crystal clear pool, shaded with two umbrellas with integrated lighting and surrounded by sandstone paving with enough room for an entertainment table, the perfect spot to spend ahot day or abalmy evening. The sweeping circular driveway allows dual car entry,leading to acarport and alarge 6m x6mgarage/ workshop. The house is framed by an established garden, allowing time tosit back and enjoyyour surroundings. This much-loved home is ahome to cater for all generations, aspace for the parents to retreat to, a flexible floorplan to work from home and room for the kids/ teenagers to escape to.

Property: Four bedrooms, inground pool and entertainment area

Address: 87 Diamond Gully Road McKenzie Hill

Price: $985,000

Agent: Cantwell Property Castlemaine

Contact: TomRobertson 0473 642 644

for sale

Private Oasis

Located in the highly sought-after historic Hall Street, this four-bedroom double-fronted late Victorian home on agenerous 1018 sqm with a balance of heritage and contemporary living, this home provides options with space for the whole family to enjoy and grow,inaprivate oasis. Abonus is two studios, one used as ahome office.

Faraday School House c1869

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10:30am-11:00am

Contact Nick Haslam 0422 848 662

1Faraday School Road, Faraday

Faraday SchoolHouse reads like aclassic period novel, starting with arich history with strong community spirit, then adrama with an act of bravery and ending in abeautifully restored home Today the schoolhouse still stands proud, along with two additional buildings providing amulti-faceted property on just over 2.1 acres.

$795K-825K

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Nick Haslam 0422 848 662

t: 54721133

cantwellproperty.com.au

275 Barker Street, Castlemaine

Amongst Nature

36 Hillview Road, Barkers Creek

Elevated and amongst nature, with arolling landscape, sweeping views of Mount Tarrengower and undulating grasslands, this contemporary three-bedroom passive solar home allows you to create the perfect private eco-retreat on just over 10 acres. The property features two carports, one with attached workshop/ storage with aconcrete floor

$865,000

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9Woodman Drive, McKenzie Hill

Built-in 2019, this well-maintained threebedroom home is move-in ready and features multiple upgrades for comfort and style. On a manageable 602 sqm and only a6-minute drive into Castlemaine. It’syour opportunity to join the growing community of McKenzieHill. Upgrades include double glazing and 2.7m high ceilings.

$745,000

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AHome for the Future

155A Duke Street, Castlemaine

$869,000

Rory Farley 0448 883 699

The Great Escape 70 Galaxia Lane, Nick Haslam 36 acres of undulating bush, rocky outcrops, two dams and aplanning permit to build ahome -the escape artist’sdream. Getting aplanning permit for Farming Zone land is not easy however this one is ready to go, with an architect-produced masterplan for the site that sets out arange of options for curating the site, beyond the approved dwelling. View By Appointment Contact Nick Haslam

0422 848 662

K N 2 7 2 1 4 8

Recently Sold Off Market

80 WedgeStreet, Kyneton

Award winning 2bedroom 2 bathroom townhouse set within the core of Kyneton. Vaultedceilings, hydronicheating polished concrete floors creating an incrediblelifestyle home.

TamaraMactier Director 0429 136 635

HelenJens

Licenced Estate Agent 0404 834 926

Prominent commercial freehold and residence. Astrong investment opportunity setwithin theheart of Piper Street.

Jason Woodford-Smith Sales Executive 0448 500 778

Nathanial Briggs Director 0400 820 805

4Hale Crescent, Kyneton Stunning Harkawaydesigned home witha contemporary finish and stunningfixtures. 4bedrooms2 bathroomsset withinanelevated landscaped garden.

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All working foryou

Four individualjourneys, one strong team

TamaraMactier

Tamaraisa true local, growingupinMetcalfe from agenerational farming background she has harnessed astrong and dependable work ethic delivered withgood, old-fashioned honestyand integrity

Armedwithamarketing degree, Tamara worked at aMelbourne-based marketing services agency –working across the FMCG,financialservices andreal estateindustries utilising her skills andpassion to ensure theongoing success of that companyfor 15 loyal years. Now,Tamarahas returned to the grass rootsofcountry living in her hometown, where she ensures that her customers areput first, andthatnoeffort is too great to ensure the best result for all involved.

Helen Jens

Helen hasspent aconsiderable part of her life in the medicaland legal worlds, managing businesses whilst honing askill set to deal with allwalks of life and theabilitytonegotiatewith all parties. She has now been involved with real estate for 13 years, hassuccessfully negotiated and completed approximately 800 sales and has shown acommitment to her clients which far exceeds their experiences from other agents. The constant comment “you are so professional ”

Jason Woodford-Smith

With over27years of activeinvolvementinthe propertymarket, Jason hasawealth of knowledgeand skills to offer his clients. His warm and friendly approach is appreciated by all.Asadedicated realestateprofessional, Jason is committed to providing optimum levels of customer service to anyone looking to buyorsell property.His long history of success and total dedication to achieving excellent resultsmakehim the go-tochoice for manypeople when it comes to handling their real estatetransactions

NathanialBriggs

Nathanial is born andbred MacedonRanges and hasworked in ourofficefor 7years. During that time,hehas become one of theareas mostsuccessful agents. He has claimed Elite statuswith RayWhite, which puts himinthe top 5% of sales peoplewithin thefranchise –anextraordinary achievement. Whilsthis salesskillsare fantastic,healsoisveryinvolved in the community being amember of theWoodendCFA for 10 yearsand has been arecipient of theNationalEmergencyMedal.

32 -34Piper Street,Kyneton

A passion for perfection

Apassion for perfection heroes in this family home of crafted obsession and is carried forward echoing throughout with beautiful, curved lines and accentuated modern statements.

The climatical focus is the rounded 6.3m high wall vaulted ceiling in the main lounge, filled with northern light and warmed by an open Stuv slow combustion fireplace creating acentral warm sweeping centre to the home and breathes the true lines of nature and creates an almost citadel theme to the home.

The second hero is announced on your arrival through lead-weight double entry doors with the sunken dining room highlight clearstory windows and again accentuated with a5.3m high open space of grandeur from the northern wall.

On afunctionality note, agenerous master suite is complemented with timber-themed ensuite and eucalypt-toned tiling that is also accentuated throughout the high-end cabinetry of the walk-in robe.

Aretreat/study area divides the children’sbedrooms that share aroyal bathroom with that special feature of astepdown ‘roman’ bath. Brushed copper tapware in ABI fittings themed throughout the entire home.

Bedroom four has its own ensuite and is separated to the eastern side in the perfect location for visiting guests and grandparents. Soft screened concrete flooring with underfloor heating, woollen carpets plus zoned ducted heating/cooling. The feel is light and sophisticated yet natural with Velux operable skylights and automated blinds.

The sensational gourmet kitchen is equipped with afluted hardwood island, 60mm stone benchtops, Bosch appliances, dual ovens and five-burner cooktop, integrated dishwasher and hand crafted rounded upper cabinetry enclosing the Schweigen silent rangehood. Atrue butlers pantry with sink and accommodation for an oversized family refrigerator

The outside has true lines of beauty… Corten steel cladding and stack bond block work, all nestled at the end of the court on 993m2 allotment. Anorthern backyard is protected from the elements, the generous undercover alfresco entertaining area overlooks afire pit area and the stunning low-maintenance garden featuring natural dry riverbed landscaping. The fully fenced backyard is pet friendly and has gated access to greenspaces and Woodend’stree-lined roadways.

Acustom garage has internal space for four vehicles plus rear drive through access. CCTV security,underground 5000-litre water tank. Within walking distance to town shopping, V/Line train station and school bus stops in avery popular location.

This home was built by abuilder creating his own dream home who truly has achieved an A+ on his exam of perfection.

Property: Exceptionally crafted home with modern luxury

Address: 5Sproule Place, Woodend

Price: $2,450,000 –$2,650,000

Agent: RT Edgar Macedon Ranges

Contact: Travis Cole 0428 202672 and Beverley Higgs 0448 271222

BlasiMulholland

2 2 3 1,012

Break intothe property market

This easy-care unit presents an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers looking to break into the competitive local property market or savvy investors seeking to add to their portfolios. The front unit features an open plan layout with neat and compact living. All the hard work has been done boasting new floor and window furnishings, freshly painted throughout plus the unit also includes large windows and areverse cycle split system unit and gas wall furnace for year-round comfort. Light filled main bedroom at the front offers afull built-in robe.

The kitchen offers agas stove cooking and alarge window overlooking the rear yard. Separate shower,toilet, and vanity.The property has asmall secure rear yard with a gate and includes asingle carport.

Plus there are tinted windows and Crime-safe window and door screens.

Only afew minutes walk to the school precinct and health services.

Property: Immaculately kept lowmaintenanceunit

Address: 1/11 Edgecombe Street,Kyneton

Price: $480,000

Agent: Raine &Horne

Contact: Jennifer Pearce 0427422 508

A 4 B 2 C 2 F 515sqm

View Saturday 24 June 1:45pm -2:15pm

ForSale $1,000,000 -$1,050,000 Web rh.com.au/kyneton

Jennifer Pearce 0427 422508 jennifer.pearce@kyneton.rh.com.au

32 Chisel Avenue, Kyneton

The most attractive Residential Investment!

•Well-renowned custom Elements Design &Buildnewly built30.81sq qualityhome

•A touch of class and charm reflects taste and personalitywithexquisite finishes

•Kitchen complimented by stone bench tops and abutler’spantry

•Gas central heating plus evaporative cooling and internal access garage

•Located in the sought-after “Kyneton on Riverside”

A

View Saturday 24 June 12:00pm -12:30pm

ForSale $950,000 -$990,000 Web rh.com.au/kyneton

Jennifer Pearce 0427 422508

jennifer.pearce@kyneton.rh.com.au

47 WedgeStreet, Kyneton

Peaceful Surrounds in HighlySought after Location

•Tranquil locationwithexceptional convenience

•Ripefor rejuvenation or redevelopment with atraditional floor plan

•Private backyardwitha generous undercover entertaining area

•Close to the Campaspe River Walk and foodie precinct of Piper Street

A 2 B 1 C 1

View Saturday 24 June

10:45am -11:15am

ForSale $500,000 -$540,000 Web rh.com.au/kyneton

Jennifer Pearce 0427 422508

jennifer.pearce@kyneton.rh.com.au

Kyneton54222678

13 High St,Kyneton rh.com.au/kyneton

5/5 BourkeStreet, Kyneton

Neat and ComfortableLiving!

•Suited to downsizers or if you are considering increasing your investment portfolio

•Spacious living area, refurbished bathroom, and aseparatetoilet and laundry

•A securebackyard,singlecarport and undercover entertaining area

•Within ashort walk to the supermarket, hospital, and school precinct

A 2 B 1 C 1

View Saturday 24 June 10:00am -10:30am

ForSale $480,000 Web rh.com.au/kyneton

Jennifer Pearce 0427 422508

jennifer.pearce@kyneton.rh.com.au

1/11 Edgecombe Street,Kyneton

ImmaculateLow MaintenanceUnit

•Open plan layout, neat and compact living

•Boasting new floor and window furnishings, freshlypainted throughout

•Gas heater andreversecycle splitsystem unit foryear-round comfort

•Kitchen offers gas stove cooking

•Boasting asmall secure rear yard and carport

3 B 1 C 4 F 1012sqm

Have you explored Kyneton on Riverside? Strict building guidelines with high ideals, wide nature strips, fresh concrete pathways, feature gabion walls, playgrounds and views of the countryside culminate to deliver first class homes, beautiful streetscapes and an enviable lifestyle.

Agents are making abig call here and declaring number 18 Collins Parade the best in the street. The landscaped 549m2 (approx.) block boasts atwo-year-old Bendigo Sandhurst Home, incorporating everything that is loved about current design trends. The vendor’scarpentry skills and eye for detail have taken it to the next level.

The home’sfaçade is astand out with astylish blend of brick and weatherboard, an integrated double garage and an aggregate driveway.Inside, the spacious floorplan with awide entry hall will suit families and downsizers alike.

There are three bedrooms with soft looped carpet in light grey tones, two with built-in robes. The private master is extra special, having been given astatement barn door,a feature panelled wall, awalk-through robe and asleek black ceiling

Dress circle living

fan. The ensuite, like the main bathroom, is on point; the grey floor and wall tiles contrasting beautifully with the dual timber vanity and black wall mirrors. Twogenerous living areas consist of amiddle lounge room and rear open plan kitchen/ dining/living area. The kitchen is acut above, again with thoughtful touches that make it timeless and unique. Consider; ablend of timber and white cabinetry,black hardware and pendant lighting, stone benchtops, along breakfast bar,a 900mm stainless steel stove and awide and deep pantry with internal power points.

The living space continues outside with a generous paved alfresco area. Enjoy the private backyard with its evergreen lush lawn and dedicated, sunken fire pit area. Red sapphire pear trees border the perimeter and moptops, petunias, nandinas and olive trees also have their place in the stunning garden.

Further luxury features to consider are superior hybrid flooring in warm honey tones, ducted heating, areverse cycle air conditioner,excellent storage, 2.7m high ceilings, timber window frames and top-quality insulation throughout.

Property: Landscaped block with stylish two-year-old home

Address: 18 Collins Parade,Kyneton

Price: $830,000 -$860,000

Agent: RayWhiteKyneton

Contact: Nathanial Briggs 0400 820 805

India, Pakistan and theKashmir dispute

U3A Kyneton is offering afivesession course on India, Pakistan and the Kashmir dispute in July

The course will discuss the major historical and geo-political aspects of each nation and their dispute over Kashmir and explain why this issue is vitally important to both nations.

There are many other courses to choose from, including history, poetry,current affairs, cycling and more.

U3A (University of the Third Age) is anot-for-profit organisation supported by Macedon Ranges Shire Council and is open to Macedon Ranges residents who have retired from full-time employment. It offers awide range of social and learning activities.

The tutors are dedicated volunteers who live in the community and are keen to share their knowledge and experience. No educational qualifications are required or given, and they aim to make their sessions entertaining and informative.

Non-members and friends are all welcome to attend the weekly 'Friday@U3A'presentation by guest speakers or to watch an interesting video followed by afternoon tea at the Kyneton Mechanics Institute, 81 Mollison Street, Kyneton.

There are several new courses coming up in the second semester

Check out the U3A Kyneton website, u3akyneton.org.au/courses to see the full range of options offered. They include courses for the mind, courses for the body

Independent Kashmir.

or social activities. New members are always welcome and can join online via u3akyneton.org.au/memberships. An annual subscription is $40.

Further information about U3A Kyneton can be found via u3akyneton.org.au, by email members@u3akyneton.org.au or call Roni 0439 360 763.

Noise control, it’sabout what’sreasonable

EPAVictoria has published aseries for small business about complying with noise laws and it’sall about what’sreasonable.

CEO Lee Miezis says the Environment Protection Act 2017 calls for business to take reasonable measures to prevent pollution, including noise.

Businesses can assess noise in two ways, by assessing the quality of the noise using common sense and by using monitoring equipment to assess compliance with noise limits. The guidance explains when you should assess noise using one of the two methods.

“So, along with some absolute limits, we ask whether the noise you make has qualities that makes it unreasonable,” Mr Miezis said.

Qualities that make noise unreasonable include volume and intensity,whether it goes on for along time, happens often, happens early in the morning or late at night, or has an annoying character such as ahigh-pitched sound.

“One delivery truck leaving asupermarket near aresidential area at 3pm might be perfectly reasonable, but afleet of them leaving at 3am every morning is adifferent story,” he said.

EPAalso considers what’sreasonable when taking enforcement action.

“Weuse finesand prosecutions to hold polluters to account where necessary,but many noise problems are resolved by providing advice to cooperative businesses or issuing remedial notices that specify actions and adeadline, but don’t involve afine if the business complies,” Mr Miezis said.

“Weare not about shutting down aworkshop if the solution is replacing abadly maintained compressor,installing less irritating reverse alarms on forklifts or noise baffles around an exhaust fan."

EPA’sApplied Noise Framework Guidance Series has been developed to help businesses understand these duties. How they work together,how you can comply with them and how EPAregulates them to protect the health of the community and environment.

For more information, visit: epa.vic.gov.au

Be biosecurity aware

Agriculture Victoria is asking school holiday-makers to help keep the state’s agriculture industry safe from biosecurity threats including pests and diseases.

Executive director of biosecurity Victoria, Katherine Clift, said being familiar with state biosecurity regulations while travelling was an important step.

"Victorians travelling interstate should be aware of border quarantine restrictions around moving plants, fruit and vegetables or risk hefty fines," Dr Clift said.

"Biosecurity measures such as not bringing fruit and vegetables into the state

will help protect Victoria’svaluable horticulture industry from exotic pests including Mediterranean fruit fly

"If you are planning to visit wineries, don’t wander into the vineyards in case you get phylloxera on your footwear and spread it elsewhere –this tiny insect can destroy grapevines and significantly impact our $170 million wine industry."

For those making trips to farms, it’sessential to comply with Biosecurity Management Plans and follow biosecurity signage requirements to help prevent spreading pests and disease.

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husband to Lorraine and dad to Geoff and Rod and their families Resting peacefully

CLIFFORD Daryl

Dearly lovedbrother of Don (dec)

Sister

JUDGE

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RobertAlbert

‘Bob’ 29.11.1947 –10.06.2023

Loving husband of Wendy, much lovedDad of Janelle &Robyn and Dad-in-lawofGeoff Cherished Poppyof Brenden &Emiley, Riley&Ella, Abigail &Elyssa. Ourgratitude& appreciation go to the wonderful &caring staff at RM Begg Aged Care Kyneton.

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KENNEDY -Anton

Awonderful man and great friend of Rickand Jenny Fridaynights will neverbethe same, buttreasured memories will be with us forever.

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TURVEY -Ellen

Dearly loved wifeofGene.

Lovedsister in lawto

Valand John (both dec) Kenand Fay, Jeff and Wendy, Les and Val, Rayand Lynand families

Fond memories RIP

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Always lovedand Remembered

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RobertJames

Passed away June 2, 2023 at The Rock NSW surrounded by his family

In accordance with Robert’swishes, a private funeral has been held.

To celebrate Robert’s life, we invite youto join us fora memorial at the FiveFlags Hotel 2pm ThursdayJune 29

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TURVEY -Ellen

Loving Daughter of Florence and Arthur Vinall (dec)

Sister of Eileen (dec) and Lindsay Fred and Lois George and Billy (dec) Rest in Peace

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TURVEY -Ellen

Passed away peacefully 14.06.2023. BelovedwifeofGene.

Loving mother of Stevenand Angela, Lee-Anne and Darren. Grandmother of Samara and Andy, Heath and Erin, Logan and Laura, Keana, Krissy and Preston. Great Grandmother of 8 Sadly missed by all Funeral -Thursday 22nd June at 10.30am in Camberra

Livestream: www norwoodpark.com.au

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Bernice

12.12.1931 -16.06.2023 Passed away peacefully at R.M. Begg Kyneton. Lovedand loving wife of Goldie (dec).

Dearly lovedmother of John, Robert, Steven(dec), and David and families At Peace

WHEELDON Bernice

12.12.1931 -16.6.2023

So manytreasured memories of our time spent together Theywill remain in my heartforever ‘Love youNan’ Chez

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WHEELDON Bernice

Jean Doucet

25.09.1964 -15.06.2023

Rest in peace after an incredible reconnection with your family Max, Emily &Jaspar and Marie-Jo &Paul.

Youwillbegreatly missed our friend. Aprivate cremation will be held.

If youwould liketoleave a personal message,please visit Jean’stribute page on the website of Mount Alexander Funerals

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Passed away peacefully at RoyalFreemasons in Kangaroo Flat on 15th June 2023 aged86years

Dearlyloved husband of Pamela (dec). Lovingfather of Elizabeth, Christopher andPaul. Much lovedPaofDayne,Bryce, Lachlan, Bella,Joshua, Nathan and Caitlyn Mum and Dadreunited Words are few, thoughts are deep, memories of youwewill alwayskeep

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AnthonyWalterDavid Lepper (Tony)

Passed away 13.6.23 in Castlemaine.

Belovedhusband of Helen for58years

Father of Victoria and David, father in lawofDelyth, Papa of Robert, Alistair,Lewis, Iain and James

In keeping with Tony’s wishes aprivate cremation will be held.

To leave apersonal message forthe family pleasevisit Tony’s tribute page on the website of Mount Alexander Funerals

CLIFFORD

The Funeral Service to Celebrate the Lifeof Mr Daryl Barry Clifford will be held at Jubilee Hall, 52 Smith Street Macedon on FridayJune 23rd 2023 commencing at 10.30am. ABurial at the MacedonCemetery will follow.

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JUDGE

AFuneral Service

to Celebrate theLife of RobertAlbertJudge ‘Bob’ will be held at the Thomas J. Scott Memorial Chapel, 5Piper St, Kyneton on Monday (26th June 2023) at 10:30am. Private Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Woodend Lifestyle Carers Group in Bob’shonour would be appreciated

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The Funeral Service to Celebrate the Lifeof Bernice Wheeldon will be held at the Thomas J. Scott Memorial Chapel, 5Piper St, Kyneton on FRIDAY, June 23, 2023 commencing at 2.00pm. ABurial at the Kyneton Cemeterywill follow.

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Barry Phillips

Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral service forMrBarry Phillips to be held by the graveside at the Maldon Cemetery on Friday23rdJune commencing at 11.00am.

Deepest sympathy and love to all the family We will miss you Nanna Wheeldon Love the Sheridans xxxxxx KN272241/L Castlemaine 5470 5951

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Deaths/Funerals

KENNEDY -Anthony'Anton'

Died peacefully at home on 18 June 2023, surrounded by his family Raised on songs andstories our lifetogether wastruly blessed. Youwill be forevermissed and alwaysremembered. We love you, stórmochroí.

-Maryann, Bridie,Deirdre,Bobby,Mairead, Patrick, Luke, Lenand their families

The family of Anton Kennedywarmly invite you to celebrate his lifeand raise aparting glass Please join usathis home -9ArklowLane, Lauriston onSaturdayJune 24th 2023 commencing at 1:30pm.

Aburial at the MalmsburyCemeterywill follow.

Please wear warm clothes and shoes

Forthose unable to attend, family and friends are invited to be apartofthe service via alive-stream which can beaccessedon Anton’s tributes page at: www.tjscottandson.com.au

Youare invited to make adonation to PeterMac or Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency in lieu of flowers PeterMac memorialgift.petermac.org.au/antonkennedy/ Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency Co Op Ltd inmemory.gofundraise.com.au/page/Anton-32586314

Barry William Phillips

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PARK ROMSEY

MACEDON

ROMSEY 1.23.2 7.5 9.6 (60)

GOALS: Macedon: DPhyland 6, DJohnstone 3, SIndian ,L

Hay, JHassett.Romsey:MHoy 3, SWilson 2, JSherman, W

Di Pietro, CPertzel,JJedwab BEST: Macedon: JWright, D

Phyland,DJohnstone,ZBaggs,HGovan, JDyer. Romsey:A

Khalil,NRayment, WDiPietro, JKinnear,S Wilson, CSankey

RIDDELL 0.03.3 3.3 5.7 (37)

WALLAN 1.5 1.6 3.9 3.10 (28)

GOALS: Riddell: BWilliamson, HRoss, BSaid,BSonogan, N

Croft. BEST: Riddell: TAlkemade,B Mundy,NCroft,JHorton, JWadden, NMills LANCEFIELD7.6

GOALS: Lancefield: BBryant3,JRadford3,LRistevski2

ASimpson 2, RO’Meara2,LMitchell,NSimpson. BEST: Lancefield: LMalone,NSimpson, RO’Meara, NO Connell

GOALS: Romsey:A Smith 2, DPaterson, LNewnham,

Tennant, JMartin, LMitchell,D Kilkenny.

DMcKinley,HMiles,NBloomfield,MFaria BEST:

BSmiley, DKilkenny, JDeHaas

Macedon: OCoppin, BHaberman, BBauer,J

Thomas

RBarber,C James,W Hardham, E

GISBORNE

GOALS: Macedon: MRutledge 2, RArmour,JMcDonald

AMonaghan. BEST: Macedon: FMcIver, AMcGregor,M

Rutledge,Z Waddington, LWebb,W Mackay

MELTONCENTRALS

GOALS: Romsey:MMilburn7,W Collins 3, CJedwab 2,

Muir. BEST: Romsey:MMilburn, MTucker,A Tennant, A

Flannery, KBrennan,CBeer

WALLAN

GOALS: Riddell: TGeorge,MFaulkner BEST: Riddell: T

Poulton, JDowson, MPonton, TGeorge,KFrew, MFaulkner

GOALS: Macedon: AKnight2,L Roberts,A Ward, CDeering

SLynch, FStevens,L Collins,L Slater, TCollins,AFisher

Romsey:Nil BEST: Macedon: SLynch, TCollins,LCollins

SMiles,AMiles,CDeering.Romsey:T Hartwig,EPutyra, N

WOODEND-HESKETvsMOUNT ALEXANDER

2JSmith 2BRichardson 2RSmith AMcConachyA

BEST: Newstead: ARobinsA

Maldon: BNeve3IHartley 2LDavey2 BBrown 2J

2. BEST: Maldon: JTrevanB Kitchingman JWebb B Rowbottom TRoweIHartley

Maldon:NThompson4BDoyle3CBuchanan2RSkinner

SWilliams

Avoca: JBritnell 7J Humphrey 3A Voutier 3GGollop 2SRobinson. Talbot: TAshmore2 BEST: Avoca: SRobinson

EWilkinson AVoutier GGollop JBritnell.Talbot: J

Newstead: BBright5LShuttleworth 3XBritt 2H Blake

Williams EEberyZDyerSWilliams PBlake

Magic Edition’sbrave win

Apositive front-running ride by Christine Puls paid offaboard Maldon-trained galloper Magic Edition on Saturday

Having awide barrier draw in the 1200m 0-58 Handicap at Donald may have deterred some punters, although the four-year-old mare was beaten by less than alength at Horsham at her previous run.

Co-trainers Brian and Ash McKnight were thrilled with Magic Edition’sperformance as Puls rated her well in front and pinched ahandy break in the straight. The $26 chance fought on strongly to win by 0.2 of alength from fast-finishing outsider Frostwood. Magic Edition is owned by the McKnight family and this was her second success from 12 runs.

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Town & District

GOLF results

CASTLEMAINE

Thee was aclose finish in Saturday’s4BBB event, with the outcome hinging on athree-way countback.

William Burgess and GeoffMargary emerged victorious with 39 points, ahead ofPeter McCombe and Gavin Lang.

Norm Bellis continued his run of top form, winning Thursday’s stroke event with 85-15-70.

KYNETON

Pictured are the King’sBirthday Ambrose winners Glenn Cook, Bob Bennett andMat Hodgkiss.

Lorraine Ryan 93-21-74 was the women’smedal winner on Tuesday from Julie Harris 97-21-76, who took out the first round of the silver spoon. Juli McKellar was NTP.

Peter Camron took out Wednesday’sstrokeevent with 84-1668 from Paul Moore 96-26-83.

Robyn McCrae 99-26-83, led in the ladies, with Cameron and Benalla’sWayne Bowd NTP

The number one qualifiers and winners of the 4BBB par daily comp. on Saturday were TimKirk –Regan Williams +6.

Nick Williamson (11) won the stableford with 33 points, from David Moore (9) on 31.

LANCEFIELD

Veteran John Wilson (25) wasthe winner of Saturday’sstableford with 35 points.

Minor placings went to Todd Lambert (7) with 32, and Denis Davenport (7) 31.

Second round 4BBB knockout: Alistair Beard –Dale Schmitt d Mark Andrews –Gavin Winwood; Trevor Lambert –BarryFlentjar dEdGodel –Graham Mau.

Tuesday Legends: James Whitford (15) 37 points, one clear of Barry Flentjar (18)

Women’snine-hole stableford: Jenni Vennell (29) 13 points, from Anne Robinson (28) and LynMurchison (30) both 12.

MOUNT MACEDON

Last Wednesday promised good scores with alack of wind and rain, but the perfect winter conditions failed to motivate last Wednesday’sfield.

Pretty abysmal scores were returned in the par competition.

The only player to achieve his handicap was ‘Mr Consistent’ Ian Flannery (16) who finished even, with Tony Littman (11) on -1.

Saturday’swindy,wintry conditions tested the 17 teams trying to qualify for the Winter Pairs matchplay

Winners ofthe 4BBB par event on acountback with +6 were Nick Ciesielski and TimDawe onacountback from Ian Flannery –Marcus Ward.

NTPs went to Paul Burrows, Bruce Fraser,Jeremy Clare and Ciesielski.

ROMSEY

North-easterly winds gusting upto 45kph proved challenging for players in Saturday’sstableford.

The exception was Toby Clement (15) who carded 37 points. Countbacks for the minor placings (all 33 points) resulted in Mal Mottram (8) edging out Davey Kenney (13) and Pat Chisholm (12).

Dylan Harris produced the longest drive, and Mottram was NTP

Liz Manktelow won the silver spoon play-offlast Wednesday

Rob Sade (15) came in with 33 points, Kath Jekabsons (37) had 28, and Elaine Scanlon (33) 24.

Nine holes –Hugh Williams (19) 18 points, with Toby Clement producing the longest drive.

The King’sBirthday Ambrose was enjoyable despite tough conditions.

Andrew and Toby Clement returned anett 63, with runners-up Mitch Atlas and Rob Skadeon67.25.

Harris, Atlas and Sean Scales were NTP winners. Longest drive –Toby Clement.

TRENTHAM

In cold and windy conditions on Saturday,the final of the men’sdoubles knockout was won by Gerard Hughes and Joe Starcevic 2/1 against Alan Snowden and Ian Power Rod Maddern and John Williams carded 44 points to win the day’sfour ball stableford, two clear of Kevin Sheedy and Bob Penrose.

Women’sstableford: A—Sue Byrne 32 points; B– Kath Keating 33; C– Irene Kocicz 28.

Tylden impressiveatMoe

Bill West

Tylden is avillage in alocation readily accessible from the much larger centres of Woodend, Kyneton and Trentham.

And Tylden is also the name of awell-bred racehorse who notched up her second win last week.

Owned by Hirsch Racing and trained by John Salanitri at the Hirsch Park training complex at Tylden, the four-year-old mare finished strongly to win the Moe

Optical BM58 Handicap. Jack Hill, who rode Tylden to her maidenvictory at Geelong on August 3last year, had the mount again. Hill bided his timeinthe 2050m Moe Optical BM58 Handicap.

Tylden started as a$12 chance, and finished full of running to defeat leader Highland Hill by 1.25 lengths. The Moe track had aheavy 8rating, and Tylden revelled in the conditions.

John and Frank Salanitri were very pleased with Tylden’seffort.

The final of the women’sknockout last week went to Veronica Maher and Marg Brierley 3/2 against Jenny Clarke, who turned in afinesolo effort.

WOODEND

Alarge field of 34 pairs turned out for the annual Ian Davies Memorial 4BBB stableford tournament on Saturday

Wayne Paterson (20)and Murray Williams (13) took the honours with 44 points.

They also had the best score over 27 holes (including front nine) with 65 points.

Father and son combination Dennis (16) and Sam Barker (13) had 63 pointsfor the 27 holes, which included the back nine. Despite the clubhouse being out of action for major renovations, the day was areal success with special thanks to tournament secretary Mick Keating and all the volunteers.

The Salanitri brothers had every reason to look happy after Tylden’s big effort at Moe.

Photo: Pat Scala/Racing Photos

Magic Edition ridden by Christine Puls wins the Bart Stiles Bookmaker 0-58 Handicap at Donald.

Photo: Brendan McCarthy/Racing Photos

Rangersrun outwell

MacedonRangers Soccer Club’sU10 girls travelled to Point Cook on Sunday Despite missing several players with illness and injuries, our girls never stopped trying all game with both Willa and Elsie getting on the scoresheet.

The U12 girls travelled to Taylors Hill to compete against Westside Strikers. The girls ran out the game well and had anumber of close chances to score that just didn’t go their way

The U10 boys hosted Aintree and with quite afew of the boys down with illness had to rely on acouple of the boys from

adifferent age group to jump in and help out in order to get agame. Rangers boys continue to develop, with some mazy runs through midfield from Cooper really showing promise.

The U12 boys hosted Altona for the late kickoff. Atight affair in the first half, with Altona managing to score acouple of late ones. The second half saw some excellent runs down the wing, with Jamie scoring his 45th goal for the club. Special mention to Ryan and Alexander,who played back-to-back games in the U10s and U12s.

Agame of two halves

It was agame of two halves as Kyneton District Soccer Club’sU14 girls played in Swan Hill on Saturday

Kyneton had astrong wind at their backs in the first half and took the lead through Abbey,who showed great composure to slot the ball home midway through the half.

The second half was more challenging as Kyneton played into the wind and had to withstand large periods of pressure from

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legs to turn over and keep going.

Swan Hill.

The equaliser came from apenalty for handball and as Swan Hill sensed avictory was within reach, Kyneton had to contend with some robust challenges and overzealous officiating. Swan Hill scored late to win aclose and exciting game 2-1 from Kyneton. Standouts for the game were Simone, Evie and Abbey who battled hard throughout and didn’t give Swan Hill an inch.

Rising soccer stars!

With less than a month until the Women’sWorld Cup kicks offinthe Australia and New Zealand, Gisborne Soccer Club’s U12 were on the road to Preston for aclash against the Darebin Falcon’sinwhat could have been an opener for the world cup itself.

The girls from both teams overcame a very challenging and water-logged pitch to show the spectators their ball skills, their game skills, their teamwork and most importantly their love of football.

Sportsmanship was the order of the day; parents of both teams were in awe of what they were watching as were the very proud coaches. This is what football is all about.

Kyneton ultramarathon runner Greg Wilson claimed aWorld Best Performance title at the Southern Sydney Six hour Ultra last week.

Greg set anew M70 6Hour world best performance at 63.8km beating Paul Aillery’s60.994km recorded last year

He also bet his own six hour personal best and secured fifth place in the event overall.

“I went out pretty hard so Ididn’t have any excuses,” he said, “but Iknew Iwould pay for it later.”

“The real battle was to keep telling my

“I hope I’ve made it abit harder for whoever comes along to try and knock it over.”

At Sydney last year,Gregran 65.230km but was four days too young for M70.

He now holds nineAustralian records and one world record. His mostrecent claim was smashing racing legend Cliff Young’slong-held 48-hour AustralianM70 Age Record earlier this year Wilson claimed the 30-year-long held title with animpressive 287.404km finish at Sri Chinmoy in Canberra, adding 22.604kms to the record.

Basketballers play catchup

Due to the long weekend, there were no U10 and U12 domestic games held on Monday,but Kyneton Basketball Association still had the U14 play on Wednesday, which were the games they missed the previous week due to the weather event.

In other news, Kyneton representative teams did make their way to Ballarat on the weekend to take part in the Mcdonalds Ballarat Junior Tournament.

The competition was fierce, but Kyneton’sU12 Boys, U14 Boys and Girls and U18 Boys all made the semi-finals.

The U20 Boys even made the finals but unfortunately lost to Port Phillip by just nine points.

What agreat effort from everyone involved!

The weekly resultsacross all of KBA programs are brought to you by major sponsor Macedon Ranges Ag Machinery:

Winter Domestic Competition

WednesdayMixed U14

Storm 46 def Kyneton Tigers U12 Boys

VJBL 28

TSaunders 20, MKome 7

Lynx 44 def Aces 15

JBartlett 21, TJames 6

Sky 55def Kyneton Tigers U14 Girls

VJBL 13

NBoyer,A Connors 17, LBradley 5

Bendigo Domestic

U12 Girls Div 4

Kyneton Tigers 16 def Generals U12 Girls

Sparks 15

HZanussi 7, EGretgrix 12

VJBL FridayNights U12 Boys

Collingwood 68 def Kyneton Tigers 31

LMar 19, MKome 10

U14 Boys

Kyneton Tigers 35 defAltona Boy 330

DBarnett, JBartlett 9, LKopa 7 U14 Girls

Craigieburn 22 def Kyneton Tigers 16

OYarak 8, JCross 8

U16 Boys

Diamond Valley 60 defKyneton Tigers 45

RKidd 13, MLiebelt 21

U18 Boys

Diamond Valley 72 def Kyneton Tigers40

CMorris 23, TVroom14

U18Girls

Kyneton Tigers39def Melbourne 34

MHayter 11,JVickerman 9

U20 Boys

Kyneton Tigers57def Bellarine 38

BThompson 14, DGrace 14

Kyneton ultramarathon runner Greg Wilson is pictured in the last moments of the Southern Sydney ultra event

Molly, Zali, Sierra, Charlie and Simone in action for Kyneton

Gisborne by 204 points

Afamine then afeast aweek apart: Gisborne senior footballers lost to South Bendigo by 68 points on June 10.

Then the Bulldogs won by amassive 204 points against BFNL wooden spoon favourite Maryborough at Gardiner Reserve on Saturday Maryborough was totally outclassed, but Gisborne’sconfidence booster can only be assessed when they play at Strathfieldsaye this weekend, needing to win to keep faint hopes of afinals

berth alive. The 2022 premiers have a young lineup, and on Saturday champion midfielder Brad Bernacki lined up after playing with Essendon in the VFL this season.

From Calder Cannons days, Bernacki has always made football look easy,and his skills were on show once again. Five goals and abest afield performance was no realsurprise.

By half time the ‘Dogs had 14 goals on the board; there was no respite for the

hapless Maryborough with the final tally being 32.25 (217) to 1.7 (13).

In addition to Bernacki, others in the ‘best’ list for Gisborne were classy midfielder Flynn Lakey,Harry Luxmoore, Matt Merrett, Luke Ellings and Liam Spear Strathfieldsaye demolished Kyneton at Tannery Lane on Saturday,and will be wary ofGisborne when they arrive for the round 10 enconter

Gisborne Reserves had afield day, defeating Maryborough 18.14 to 1.2.

The Under 18s match provided aclose contest, with Gisborbe taking the points 9.11to8.5 against fourth-placed Maryborough.

There was alarge crowd ofloyal Bulldog supporters at Gardiner Reserve, with the club arranging aPast Players and Officials Reunion.

There was the chance to reminisce with members of Gisborne’s2003 premiership side, coached by MickMcGuane, and the 2013netball premiership side.

Lions continue dominance in MCDFNL

Harcourt continued their unbeaten run with a143-point win over Royal Park at home at the den in round nine of the Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball League last Saturday

The hosts piled on seven goals in the opening quarter to the Tigers one to lead by ahandy 39 points at the first change.

The Lions continued the onslaught in the second term smashing on another eight goals while holding Park to one point.

At half time the margin had blown out to 90 points.

The Tigers rallied in the third placing more pressure on the Lions and holding them to 4.8 for the quarter,while adding another goal of their own.

Park managed acouple more goals in the last quarter, but the Lions had all the answers kicking another 6.4 to run out comfortable winners.

Alex Code had aflyer kicking six, Baxter Gurd 5, Zandyr Barilari and Kaleb McBride 3, Kalan Huntly,Brayden Frost, Kristian Bruce 2, Orin McKay and Kyle Hamilton booted one each.

Best were Brayden Frost, Kaleb McBride, Kyle Hamilton, Benjamin Leech, Lachlan Mitchell and Baxter Gurd.

FRIGHT FOR TRENTHAM

Trentham senior footballers had to work hard to defeat Natte Bealiba in the MCDFNL ninth round of matches on Saturday

The Saints were pleased to come home with a11.8 (74) to 10.8 (64) victory

They are in third position on the ladder,behind Harcourt and Carisbrook.

Trentham Reserves had amucheasier time, winning 18.14 to 1.2.

The Saints are at home to Maldon this Saturday

NEWSTEAD NABS WIN

Newstead had afantastic win over Dunolly at Deledio Oval bumping them up to fourth spot.

Newstead burst out of the blocks slamming on five goals to two in the opening term and led by 19 points at the first change.

The Steaders nabbed another four goals in the second stanza and held the Eagles to just one at the other end to hold a33point advantage at half time.

The Roos upped the intensity in the third term kicking a massive eight goals. The Eagles did not bow their heads however and managed to kick another two goals to trail by 72 points at three quarter time.

Dunolly played their best footy of the day in the final stanza kicking 3.5 to Newstead's2.2.But the damage was done and the Steaders headed home winners to the tune of 63 points.

Oscar Lynzaat was in everything kicking 4, Tyler James and Heath Lawrence bagged 3each, Joel Smith, Bradley Richadson and Mason James 2and Rhys Smith, Anthony Robins and Aidan McConachy 1.

Best were Anthony Robins, Angus Mayes, Oscar Lynzaat, Heath Lawrence, Joel Smith and Harrison McGuire. DONS RUN OUT OF STEAM

Maldon went down to atough adversary in Carisbrook at the Bill Woodfull Reserve by 76 points.

The Redbacks kicked six goals in the first quarter to the Dons one to hold a31point buffer going into the second term.

The second quarter was more of an arm wrestle as the home side fought to bridge the gap kicking another crucial goal and stifling Brook'savenues forward and keeping

them to three for the term.

Carisbrook led by 46 points at half time.

To their credit Maldon did not throw in the towel and matched it with Brook in the third term with the sides kicking three goals apiece.

Despite their best efforts the Dons ran out of steam in the final term and Carisbrook slammed on another five goals to one secure the four points and second spot on the ladder

Goal kickers for Maldon were Brodie Leonard-Shannon 3, Cody Gunn2,and Billy Johns.

Best were Jordon Collins, Brodie Leonard-Shannon, Cody Gunn, Patrick Long, Max Johns andAdam Robinson. ROVERS DEFEAT CREEK

Maryborough Rovers defeated Campbells Creek in the battle of the Magpies at Jubliee Oval, Maryborough.

Rovers signalled their intentions with asix goal opening term, keeping Creek tojust one goal tosnatch ahandy lead and despite Creek'sbest efforts they were unable to bounce back.

Goal kickers for Creek were Joel Wootton, Hadley Bassett and Harley Muscat.

Best were JamesMartinovic, Luke Bennett, Joel Wootton, Harley Muscat, Michael Dettmer andBenjamin Carson.

In other matches Talbot defeated Avoca in aclose contest and Navarre had aconvincing win over Lexton.

In round 10 matches this weekend Trentham host Maldon, Talbot welcome Natte Bealiba, Navarre versus Avoca, Royal Park tackle Lextoninthe battle of the Tigers, Campbells Creek welcome ladder leaders Harcourt, Dunolly faceMaryborough Rovers and Newstead welcome Carisbrook.

James Fox looks for options down the field.

Sebastian Bell-Bartels in action for Gisborne.

Adam Brancatisano breaks away from his Maryborough opponent.

Pride Round up next

Diversity and inclusion need to be present in every level of sport, and Kyneton Football Netball Club knows just how important it is within its community

APride Round function for the community at the Kyneton Showgrounds this Saturday will spread the message of inclusion and diversity

Sunbury Cobaw Community Health is the proud sponsor

The Pride Round celebrates inclusion in sport for those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,intersex and queer (LGBTIG).

The first game with the Under 17 netballers begins at 10am, and concludes with the senior women’sfootball team playing Mt Alexander at 5.15pm.

Kyneton plays Golden Square in both football and netball.

KFNC aspires to develop aframework for achieving excellence, for both players and coaches.

The goal is to build from the ground up an inclusive, diverse and welcoming football netball clubs that fosters all levels of play.Speaker for the Pride Round is Australian netball legend Madi Browne.

The free Pride Round event is being held from noon to 2pm at the KFNC club rooms.

Entertainment in the evening is to be hosted by DJ Saatana Lee Rose.

Netball battles

Kyneton netballers had to improvise against Strathfieldsaye on Saturday to avoid forfeits.

The Tigers were very short of players, so much so that some players had to play two full games across different grades.

In the seniors, Kyneton pressed Strathfieldsaye all the way before going down 46-38.

Brooke Mangan turned in astellar performance across mid-court, and Brittany Nitschke shone in the goal circle in tandem with Michelle Fletcher against some strong defenders.

Gisborne A-graders outclassed Maryborough 68-23, and Castlemaine accounted for South Bendigo 44-31.

Scores in other BFNL grades included:

A-Reserve: Strathfieldsaye

40 dKyneton 34, Castlemaine

33 dSouth Bendigo 29, Gisborne abye.

B-grade: Strathfieldsaye 41 dKyneton 31,Gisborne 81 d Maryborough 14, South Bendigo 59 dCastlemaine 22.

B-Reserve: Strathfieldsaye 47 dMaryborough 22, Gisborne 46 dMaryborough 31, South Bendigo 38 dCastlemaine 20.

BFNL matches

Round 10 matches for the Bendigo Football Netball League this Saturday are: Kyneton vGolden Square. Castlemaine vMaryborough. Strathfieldsaye vGisborne. Kangaroo Flat vSandhurst. Eaglehawk vSouth Bendigo.

Netballersclaim victory

On Saturday Castlemaine Football Netball Club hosted South Bendigo down at the Camp Reserve in sunny but windy conditions.

It was the first time the Magpies AReserve and AGrade teams had met the Bloods on court since last year's elimination finals where ARes was knocked out of the competition.

They had everything to prove and showed their might through afour goal win over the red and white. Final scores were 33-29. Castlemaine Rachelle McLean leading the charge.

The AGrade and 17/U teams also dominated the Bloods in 14 and 26 goal wins respectively.Best in AGrade was Mikaela Vaughan and best in 17/Under Maddie Clifford. It was not to be for the Magpies B Grade and BReserve teams who fought valiantly but struggled to defend against South. Best for BGrade was Chloe Hughes and Best for B Reserve was Sheryl Rose.

In U18 football South Bendigo kicked two goals to none in the first quarter,coming out hard and fast. The Magpies soon regrouped and the teams were an even 3.7 (25) at the end of the third term. It all came down to the fourth quarter in anail-biting finish. Castlemaine kicked 2.2 to the Bloods single goal, admirably restricting Souths scoring opportunities and coming out on top by amere eight points. Final scores Castlemaine 5-9 (39) to South Bendigo 4.7 (31). Goal kickers were Alec Staples 2, Tate Whaley,Chaz Holman and Ben McConachy.Curtis McLennan was named best. Other top contributors were Alec Staples, Theo Mellick-Cooper,Xavior Noy,Sam Moran and Alton Bracken.

The Bloods proved too good for the Reserves team with the Mag-

pies going down by 133 points despite avaliant effort. Best were Justin Michielsen, Jack Hobbs, Steven Hull, Dan Park, Timothy Johnston and Jordan Cochrane.

The Seniors began their match well in the first quarter with two goals and lead at quarter time. This became adistant memory as the second quarter sealed the Magpies fate, the Bloods kicking with a strong wind and booting 12 goals. This meant that the scoreboard was did notreflect the fight put up by the Magpies for the remainder of the game, who kicked six goals to South'sseven across the first, third and fourth quarters. Goal kickers were John Watson 3, Liam Wilkinson, Ben Moran, and Archie Rixon who kicked his first senior goal in his second senior game. JackSutherland was named best. Other top contributors were John Watson, David Wilson, Tyson Hickey,Ben Moranand Daniel Lawson.

The Magpie Women'sFootball side had abye in theCentral Vic Women'sLeague and look forward to returningtothe Camp Reserve this Friday night,June 23 to tackle North Bendigo in Round 8from 7.15pm. Theside are currently sitting on top of the ladder with six wins from six matches.

The Castlemaine Football Netball Club'sBFNL sides will hostMaryborough at home on Saturday June 24 for the club'sSponsors and Life Members Day and invite all their sponsors and Life Members to come along on the day Saturday'sfixture will be capped offwith a'Back 2School' social evening in the clubrooms.

Sharp lesson forthe Tigers

After four successive victories, Kyneton senior footballers were given an absolute lesson by awell primed Strathfieldsaye on Saturday

Storm spearhead Lachlan Sharp was in scintillating form for the home side, finishing with 11 goals in asuperb display

The former Michelsen Medal winner and multiple top goalkicker in the Bendigo League, Sharp showed he can still be an absolute match winner,and Kyneton defenders could not contain him.

Since Strathfieldsaye entered the BFNL in 2011, Kyneton has never won at the Tannery Lane ground.

Shots on goal in favour of the Storm were 45 to 16, illustrating the home side’sdominance which began with a8.3 to 3.0 first term.

The trend continued as the confident Storm obtained apercentage boost with the 23.22 to 10.4 victory For the Tigers, Cam Manuel again stood out, kicking five of the side’s10goals.

Manuel, Mitchel Comben, Mason Crozier,

Bailey McGee, Jake Summers and Harrison Sheahan were listed as the Tigers’ best.

Plenty of work to be done this week to get the Tigers ready for the Pride Round match against Golden Square at the Kyneton Showgrounds on Saturday

The earlier matches on Saturday also went Strathfieldsaye’sway

In the Reserves, the Storm dominated 16.15 to 1.0.

Kyneton Under 18s tried hard, but went down 13.8 to 3.4.

WOMEN UNBEATEN

Kyneton women’steam remains unbeaten in the Riddell League after accounting for astrong Melton Bloods outfit at awindy MacPherson Park on Saturday morning.

The Tigers led throughout, defending well against the wind and restricting the home side to two goals for the match.

By half time the lead was 19 points, and the final score was 7.9 (51) to 2.3 (15).

Teagan Ainslie was outstanding, applying

high pressure and tackles, Taylah Moore was steady in defence, Peta Turnbull showed she is an upand coming midfielder,and Jordan Savoia was welcomed back to play on awing, and managing goals as well. Goals came from Jordan Savoia 2, Williams, Randall, Janitis, Korinfsky and Erasmus.

CLOSE IN FIDA

Kyneton’sFIDAteam did an amazing job at home to the unbeaten Bendigo White on Saturday afternoon.

Danial Gildea-Turvey and Connor O’Keefe were welcomed as new team members.

The finalscore was Bendigo White 3.12to Kyneton 4.3.

Zac Mills 2, Jade Retamal and Ross Kilner were the goal kickers.

Jason Sturt and Joel held the back line together and delivered the ball to Peta and Dion who assisted Zac to score his goals.

Jason Sturt and Ross Kilner were best on the ground in whatwas Kyneton’sfirst home game this season.

Maddie Clifford was Best on Court in the 17/U’s win.

Photo: Max Lesser.

Macedon, Riddell makeanimpact

Bill West

Riddell League football returned with an impact after afortnight’sbreak on Saturday, and sixth placed Macedon finally made an impact, toppling Romsey by 17 points to stay in the finals race.

And fifth-placed Riddell defeated Wallan in amatch spoiled by horrific winds which led to every goal being scored at one end of the ground.

Lancefield outscored the struggling Western Rams by scoring 14 goals to one to add to the Tigers’ 150th year celebrations, and Woodend-Hesket had arelaxing weekend with the bye, thinking ahead to this Saturday’shuge clash against unbeaten Diggers Rest.

Injuries to key players are having an impact on several of top sides, and the ones which can create full availability lists heading into the finals should be right in contention.

After getting within agoal of Diggers Rest, Romsey may well have expected to win at Tony Clarke Reserve, but this as not the case and the Cats deserved the four points.

This is the first time Macedon has managed to beat aside higher up the ladder, and coach Al Meldrum commended his players on their overall team effort –a loss would have virtually put the Cats out of finals contention.

Meldrum said the Cats had been validated by what they had achieved, and the evenness of the side shone through with certain players given specific tasks to curtail Romsey’sstrengths.

Home ground knowledge probably helped, as the Cats bottled the Redbacks up in the first term, then kicked five goals to two

to hold ahealthy half time lead.

Romsey’sthird quarterwas much better and they monopolised the ball to hit the front, only to concede acheap goal right on siren time.

The wind appeared to strengthen, as did Macedon’sattacking power into the last quarter.Turnovers helped the Cats and they kicked acouple of dynamic goals then shut down the opposition.

The final tally was 12.5 (77) to 9.6 (60), with the talented Declan Phyland amatch winner with six goals. How the Cats would love to have their injured captain and star goalkicker Jason Cooke back on the field as well!

Evergreen James Wright turned in his best game for the season.

The league’sleading goalkicker Jack Jedwab has starred for the Redbacks this season, but he was restricted to just one goal.

Ali Khalil again shone with plenty ofpossessions, and Romsey will now be looking to find away to win at Wallan this Saturday

Meldrum said the Cats would welcome having the bye, and might well have some players back from injury for the July 1match at Wallan.

Romsey is hosting animportant mental health program session under the HALTbanner this Thursday at 7pm.

“Mental health is alot bigger than football, and it is something Iamreally passionate about,” coach Justin Sherman said.

The mental health discussion will be open not only to the players, sponsors, members and supporters, but also the community of Romsey and surrounds for anyone interested.

Thriller in top grade

One of the most dramatic netball A-grade matches of the Riddell League season unfolded at Tony Clarke Reserve on Saturday

After trailing throughout, ladder leader Macedon made adramatic last quarter comeback to finish up tieing 40-40 with down the ladder Romsey

The Redbacks led 35-28 at the last change, and the tension level rose with the Cats reducing the deficit and players crashing to the court and having to be replaced.

Crucial errors were magnified, and Romsey held possession when the final siren rang. Chloe Williams scored 29 goals for the Cats, and Emma Grech 33 for Romsey

“We’re coming together… they’re the top side,” Redbacks’ coach Lena Waytold her players.

Macedon coach Ciara Stewart said lack of defensive pressure in the first three quarters had not helped.

Macedon still has injured players side-

lined, and slip to second with Riddell now on top, with Woodend-Hesket in third spot after abye.

Riddell defeated Wallan 39-36 with Shelby Holter scoring 26 goals for the Bombers.

Western Rams accounted for Lancefield 64-47 to retain hopes of afinals berth.

Current ladder: Riddell 32, Macedon 30, Woodend-Hesket 28, Wallan 24, Melton Centrals 20, Western Rams 18, Romsey 14, Diggers Rest 8, Lancefield 4.

Scores from other grades: B-grade: Macedon 43 dRomsey 28, Riddell 38 dWallan 21, Rams 64 dLancefield 47, Diggers Rest 37 dCentrals 26.

C-grade: Macedon 56 dRomsey 18, Riddell 38 dWallan 12, Rams 38 dLancefield 14, Diggers Rest 21 dCentrals 18.

19&Under: Woodend-Hesket 36 d Gisborne Giants 12, Riddell 26 dWallan 19, Rams 50 dLancefield 14, Macedon v Romsey (no score listed).

Riddell coach Justin Belleville was his pleased with the Bombers’ effort overall at Wallan, and the eight point victory (5.7 to 3.10) partially makes amends for the shock one-point defeat at Melton Centrals.

With alargely young side, the fifthplaced Bombers are reigning premiers and want to play finals again this season.

RDFL games

Round 10 matches for the Riddell District Football Netball League this Saturday are: Woodend-Hesket vDiggers Rest. Wallan vRomsey Western Rams vRiddell. Melton Centrals vLancefield. Macedon the bye.

Hectic action: Macedon and Romsey battled it out at Tony Clarke Reserve on Saturday.

Tender, juicy meats every time

When it’s 100% Australian meat youknowyou’reonto agoodthing.

There’snothing quite likea tender cut of meat cooked to perfection. But this process doesn’t start in the kitchen, it starts on the farm with healthystock anddedicated local farmers.

All the fresh meat you’ll find in storecomes from right herein Australia. That means with every delicious bite, you’re supporting local Australian farmersand their communities. And because it’s100% Australian, you’re also enjoying some of the finestquality in the world.

Good farming practices are important to us. That is whyall of our Woolworths branded fresh chicken is ethicallyraised and RSPCAApproved. Deliveredfresh to our store, our WholeFresh

Chick time youwanttocooka roast from scratch. Simplymarinateand season to your liking and roast!

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Forour bread & pastry fans

Ournew bakery off r n offers artisan-stylebread e b ad t treats everyday of every d t

Ashining star of our fresh newstore, thebakeryis your one-stop shop for gourmetloaves, perfect pastries and custom-madecakes.It’s pretty easytofind too,justfollowthat moreish smell of baked bread.

The team arenot just baking the breadbut offering to slice it too. If youlove agood loaf,you won’t be disappointed. We use onlythe finestingredients in our in-store rangewith Australian wheatflour

Our desserts makeany day acelebration. There’sacakefor everyone, whetheryou have asoft spot forTraditional CarrotCake,

Deli delights

Drop by your newdeliand enjoyaslice of thegoodlife.

Inspired by aclassic Italian delicatessen, our glass cabinets arebrimmingwith cured meats, salami, salads and antipasti from local and international producers. All these delicacies areready to servebut we canslice your meats justthe way youlikeit –thick, thin or shaved.

One of our deli favourites is the D’Orsogna sliced honeyleg ham served off the bone,madefrom Australian Jarrah Honeyand

Australian Pork. The D’Orsogna familyhas been crafting authentic and flavoursome smallgoodsherein Australia formorethan 67 years.

From ahumble suburban butcher shop,D’Orsogna has been in partnership with Woolworths for morethan60yearsand has grown into awell-loved national brand.

Our cheese section is also filled with goodies from small and large local makers, as well as international classics such as aged Italian pecorino,Swiss gruyère and rich, creamyFrench brie. The olive section is worth exploringtoo,with

Saycheese

plump Sicilians, rich Kalamatas and awide variety of sliced, marinated and stuffed varietiesready to enjoy.

Your local fishmarket

All of our fresh fish is caughtfromAustralia and NewZealand. Just one of the great reasons to make our newfish market your local.

You’ll also discoveranarray of exceptional seafood on display. If youneedsome advice, ask the team what they’vebeenbuying,and what they’retaking home fordinner.

Prosciutto is great in appetisers, served with melon and mozzarella or simplyenjoyedonits own.

There’sa lottosmile about with delectable cheesestochoosefrom.

Ifyou’rea cheese lover, you’ll feel likeakid in acandystore when youvisit our newcheese destination. Hand-picked from around the globe, we’vegot a collection of different typestotry

From local softcheeses and truffle infused FrenchBrie to beautifully aged Italian Parmigiano-Reggiano

To help youstart exploring our exciting variety, our team can even cutand wrap your selection of cheeses to the size yourequire

Andthe sky’sthe limit when it comes to using your favourites.

Crumble blue cheese over apear salad, grateParmesan on to pasta and risotto dishes, or try grillinga little

Haloumi at your next BBQ

As with many good things in life, asense of adventureiskey,asyou neverknowwhat newfavourites you’ll discover. Agood starting pointisexploring cheese made from different types of milk. Cow’smilk tendstobethe mildestinflavour –its creamy,sweet taste translates into amoresubtle base flavour.Goat’s milk turns into aslightlymoregrassy, sweetand tangycheese, whereas sheep’smilk has amildergrassy flavour with atangier backbone and less buttery taste. Andfromthereit’s time to start tasting from different regions aroundAustralia, and then the world. Bonappétit!

An addition to ourstoreisthe Bag& Bake offering at the fish market counter. It’s easytodo, and free. Simply pickupapieceoffish fordinner.Choose asauce,such as Teriyaki &Ginger,the team willseal the bag and youbakeit in the ovenwhen youget home. Need help? Our friendly team areonhand to helpyou choose the right fish forthe dish.

We supply Woolworths Kyneton with 100% Tasmanian salmon that’s certified sustainable by the Aquaculture Stewardship Council.

Tassal Salmon SupplyingWoolworths since2004