Midland Express Tuesday 21 May 2024

Paul Grabowsky, Solo Piano

Saturday8th June 6.00pm

Muchofthis performance will be taken from Grabowsky’s album ‘Solo’, featuringall thehallmarks that have made him oneofthe world’s foremost jazz instrumentalists andcomposers. This is jazz forthe connoisseur:rich, engaging, full of allusion andwit

PiersLane, Fantaisie (Solo Piano)

Sunday9th June4.00pm

Piers’ recital is based aroundone of his favourite composers: FredéricChopin. Theheart of the program is theF minor Fantaisie, with its dark suffering, its passionatenobility, itsflights of fancy andextraordinaryrange.

Bach’s St John Passion

Soloists Christopher Watson, JerzyKozlowski,Benjamin Fullarton, Christopher Roache,TimothyReynolds &Michael Strasser,with Ensemble Gombertand Accademia Arcadia, directedbyJohn O’Donnell

Saturday8th June2.30pm &Sunday9th June7.00pm

In celebration of thethree-hundredth anniversaryofits creation, Accademia Arcadia, Ensemble Gombert, anda cast of outstandingsoloists come together to presentJohann Sebastian Bach’smonumental Johannes-Passion (St John Passion). These twoperformanceswill be distinguished by soloists whose voice types werethose used byBach (especially boysopranoandmale alto), byaperiod orchestra(whose individual colours immediately transportustothe soundworld of theBaroque), andby thedirector’sinternationally-acknowledged expertisein theinterpretation of Bach.The St John Passion is universally regarded as oneof thegreatest musical worksofall time: RobertSchumann considered it superior to thebetter-knownStMatthew Passion. Not to be missed!

EarlySolo Concertos

Accademia Arcadia with soloists Adam Masters(oboe), Josephine Vains (cello), Brendan O’Donnell (recorder)and JacquelineOgeil (Cristoforipiano)

Sunday9th June2.30pm

This program features four outstandingworks by Baroque composersAlessandroMarcello andAntonio Vivaldi, andearly Classical composersThomas Arne andCarlPhilipp Emanuel Bach

Across theChannel

FioreVocal Ensemble

Saturday8th June12.00pm

Fireworks

Friday7th June

From 5pm

Food trucks & entertainment from the WoodendWarblersand Braemar Collegestudents Fireworks 6.30pm

Step intoa classical enchantment with Fiore. Across the Channel highlights renowned composersfromthe UK andFrance, featuringtimeless choral compositions that form theirlegacy.

Paco Lara Flamenco Duo

Friday7th June7.30pm

Be transportedtoSouthernSpain andcaptivated by thesoundofPacoLara’sguitar,withguest Spanish flamenco dancer Deya MirandaGiner.Embodying theunmistakable Jerez style of flamenco guitar playing, Paco Lara presents flamenco guitar in all its authenticity, culture, andartistry. Expect impressive articulation with musical elegance andimagination.

Schubertand theViennese Masters

Daniel Thomson (tenor)&John O’Donnell (piano)

Sunday9th June 12.00pm

Aprogram that explores SchubertLiederand their influencesfrom theearlier Viennese Masters. Including worksbyMozart, Haydn, Beethovenand others.

Musiciansprepare to wow Musicians prepare

Braemar College music students, seen above, are excited to be performing before the fireworks on the opening night of the Woodend Winter Arts Festival on June 7 at Buffalo Stadium Woodend

the King's Birthday long weekend, will deliver a feast of music, words and ideas

The four-day festival, taking place over

The diverse program includes highlights such as jazz great Paul Grabowsky showcasing the piano across centuries, while twice ARIA-nominated Nat Bartsch

will transport the audience into the realm of new jazz with her award-winning ensemble

Bartsch says of her Aria-nominated album, Hope Renewed, to be presented during the festival; "It is an epic mosaic

It represents this post-pandemic era: the world has reopened, and everything feels enormous "

and

students,

Riotstrap locals in newCaledonia

AWoodend couple is currently trapped in New Caledonia as riots and unrest cause chaos across the Pacific territory.

Dr Maxwell Winchester and Dr Tiffany Winchester were on holiday and due to fly home last Tuesday when protests broke out over voting reform in the French-ruled archipelago.

The unrest began over anew bill that will allow French residents who have lived in New Caledonia for 10 years to vote in provincial elections –a move some local leaders fear will dilute the Indigenous Kanak vote.

As protests turned violent, France declared astate of emergency and the airport was closed to travellers like the Winchesters.

Dr Winchester told the Express they could see fires being lit all over the city from their hotel.

"Every shop has been burnt or smashed up," he said.

"We're all watching out for looters and we've only got a few days of food left here."

Dr Winchester said their hotelier warned them that if trouble reached the hotel their only escape would be to the forest.

FROM CALM TO CHAOS

The couple had left their island accommodation at the Hilton resort last Monday, and headed to the mainland for an overnight stay in Noumea before intending to catch an early morning flight home.

They walked through the city and while there were protesters everywhere it appeared calm and friendly.

"We went for lunch and by the time we came back from lunch it had turned violent," Dr Winchester said.

"We got into ataxi and noticed the motorway exits were barricaded but we did actually make it back to our hotel.

"The next morning we called for a6am shuttle but it

never arrived. The airport was closed and the road was closed.

"We then realised how bad it was. We're actually trapped where we are."

Dr Winchester said he called the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade but wasn't taken seriously.

"It hadn't made the Australian news yet," he said.

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Sunday said the government was working to support those stranded after all inbound and outbound flights were grounded.

"The Australian Defence Force is ready to fly, pending commercial flights resuming," she said.

"French authorities advise the situation on the ground is preventing flights. We continue to pursue approvals."

At the time of going to press yesterday, local news was reporting French forces had regained control of the road to the airport.

Pictured are Braemar music

Polly, Arlo, Ari, Evie

Luca Photo: Sandy Scheltema

Doing it forDal

Members of the Castlemaine and Kyneton communities and music lovers everywhere are urged to get along to the inaugural 'Live at The Camp' music festival this Saturday evening.

The concert event at Castlemaine's Camp Reserve is being held to honour the life of Castlemaine Football Netball Club Under 18 footballer Dallas KeoghFrankling 12 months on from his death in 2023.

Dal absolutely loved his music and the club felt aconcert like the famed gigs at the Camp by ACDC (1975-76) and John Farnham (1990) would be afitting tribute.

With the support of Dal'sfamily and the backing of the Theatre Royal Castlemaine and Grand Trine Management, the club has worked tirelessly to make that dream areality

They are thrilled to have Castlemaine's own Triple JUnearthed 2018 winner KIAN

headlining, along with Gold Coast poprock-soul artist talent Logan.

The evening will also feature musical wizards Tentendo and YAOB, as well as the Castlemaine Idyll Band and 2023 Castlemaine Battle of the Bands winners punk-rock outfit Fryer

Music fans of all ages are urged to jump online to secure their ticket, grab their deckchair and get along to the all-ages event.

Castlemaine Football Netball Club's Georgia Banks said in addition to entertainment they would have awide array of food vans set up along the avenue of trees alongside Barkers Creek under acanopy of fairy lights.

"Welook forward to welcoming local favourites Elephant Rock Calamari, Klua Sathorn Thai, Barista 4U,Dhaba Curry Truck, Taste of the Orient and Icecream Republic.

Postcards in Maldon

The historic township of Maldon is set to feature in an episode of the popular TV series Postcards, airing on June 2.

Maldon locals and Channel 9Travel Guides self-professed travel snobs, Kevin Moloney and Janetta Stones, take viewers on atouroftheir hometown.

The show will highlight three local businesses; the Maldon Bakery–Australia'soldest continuously running bakery,Portia and Co, agift shop specialising in contemporary art, home wares, jewellery and unusual gifts by Australian artists and makers, and the recently opened Blue Cockatoo, acocktail lounge behind the local fish 'n' chip shop.

To watch visit: www.9now.com.au/postcards.

"Wewill also have special Live at The Camp merchandise on offer –featuring Dal'snumber 8," Georgia said.

"Wewant to provide afocal point for the anniversary of Dal’spassing, and to mark this with the sheer joy of being together and experiencing live music," she said.

"Wehope the community gets behind this special event and that it will continue to grow each year," she said.

Live at The Camp kicks offat4pm.

Tickets are $45 general admission and under 12 free. To secure your ticket, visit www.liveatthecamp.com.au

Profits from Live at The Camp will be paid forward into making this festival bigger and better each year

The festival includes akey fundraising component, with proceeds from merch sales and donations provided to Dal’sfamily to spend on acause of their choice in his name.

Phee Broadway exhibition

Visitorstothe library and thePhee Broadway Theatre will havenoticed a new exhibition of paintings in thefoyer arearecently

Titled RecentPaintings,itshowcases an exhibition of 18 original acrylic on canvas paintingsbylocal artist,Glenn White.

In all theartwork forthe show, the artist projectsaview of theworld witha twist, an interaction betweenelements thatsparks andholds interest,rather thanpainting itemsinisolation

Recent Paintings runs until Monday June10and is availablefor viewingduring thelibrary openinghours.

Castlemaine Football Netball Club’s Georgia Banks, Grand Trine Management’s Dion Brownfield and Theatre Royal Castlemaine’s Tim Heath encourage the community to get along to the inaugural ‘Live at the Camp’ event in honour of Dal. Photo: Lisa Dennis

Burglarydoesn’t steal Rangers’ spirits

Thieves emptied the canteen in aburglary at Kyneton District Soccer Club last Thursday night.

Early Friday morning, committee member Lenka Thompson found the key lock box tampered with and all doors to the change rooms, clubrooms and kiosk open.

"On first inspection it appeared nothing had been taken or damaged, but it wasn't until Saturday'sgame day that Rebecca Moore, the club'scanteen coordinator,found that all the pre-prepared food from the fridge and freezer was missing," Lenka said.

Rebecca said she was absolutely gutted when she arrived and found all the food had been taken from the canteen.

"My partner and Iwork throughout the week to get things like the slow-cooked pulled pork ready for game day because our pulled-pork and coleslaw rolls are very popular with everyone, as well as our homemade sausage rolls, and hot dogs," she said.

"They were all gone. Even all the bags of frozen bread rolls were taken from the back."

Regardless of the break-in, Rebecca and her partner,Siggy,did not let the burglary steal their spirit for providing food for Kyneton soccer's game day. They pulled up their socks and kicked into action and found what other stock they had and what they could buy to top up the canteen offerings.

They opened the kiosk brimming with hot chocolate, chai, homemade pies, homemade sausage rolls, egg and bacon rolls, hot dogs, and ateam full of good cheer as they successfully fed everyone until the last game in the late afternoon.

Kyneton Rangers president, Ron Cole, said the club had reported the break in to police and an investigation was being undertaken.

"It was avery disappointing start to Saturday,but thanks to the hard work of Bec and Siggy,the canteen still provided great food for us all and made agood return for the club and Ithank them and the rest of the canteen team for that, absolutely," Cole said.

Be sure to support the club, and Bec and Siggy,atthe Kyneton Rangers games on Saturdays for some tasty food and drinks from the canteen.

Anyone with information about suspicious activity around the Barkly Square club rooms on the night of Thursday May 16 is asked to contactKyneton police 5421 2900.

Chat to your Councillors

Did youknowthatCouncillors run regular listening posts throughout the year?

These areopportunities to meet with your Councillors faceto-facetodiscussissues thatare important to you, ask questions and learn moreabout local government.

Thereare anumber of listening posts coming up: Councillor Tony Cordy

When: Friday24May,4.30pm to 6.00pm

Where: Harcourt Bowling Club

What: HarcourtFlood Study and Biodiversity Assessment Councillor Rosie Annear and Councillor Gary McClure

When: Saturday1June,11.00am to 1.00pm

Where: Zinda Festival, Campbells Creek Community Centre

What: General listening post

Find alistening postnear youat shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/ lets-keep-talking.

Design awards open

Entries for the Victorian Premier’s Design Awards are now officially open to honour the state's leading designers, architects and design-led businesses.

The awards are presented in eight categories: Architectural Design, Product Design, Digital Design, Fashion Design, Service Design, Design Strategy, Communication Design and atertiary Student Design category.

Entries are open until July 19. It is free to enter for eligible Victorian designers, architects and businesses. For details, visit: premiersdesignawards.vic.gov.au

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Kyneton Rangers’ canteen team, L-R Brita Frost, Chris Miller, Rebecca Moore, Siggy Thiner, Emma Warren and Fil Taddeo.

Photo: Kate Kuyateh

Dancers dazzle Disneyland

Gisborne dancers have dazzled at Disneyland, Universal Studios, and the prestigious main street parade.

Atroupe of 31 dancers from Gisborne Dance Academy made aspecial trip to the USA last month.

Dancers showcased a25-minute set created by GDA's artistic director Sarah Morton at two performances.

"Their professionalism and strong performance ability really added atouch of magic to the already enchanting atmosphere of Hollywood," Sarah said.

She said the highlight was the Main Street parade that served as a "grand finale to the trip of alifetime".

Beyond the stage, the dancers participated in immersive workshops led by top choreographers at Playground LA and Disneyland. They had the chance to hone their skills and gain invaluable insights into the world of professional dance.

Sarah expressed her delight at witnessing her students thrive in such avibrant environment.

"It'snot just about the performances –it'sabout broadening horizons and nurturing a love for dance," she said.

"This trip opens doors to opportunities that were once unheard of in our community, empowering our dancers to dream big and explore new possibilities.

"The feedback received from the audience and industry professionals alike served as a testament to the talent and dedication of the young dancers. Their seamless performances and unwavering passion left alasting impression, leaving their dance community incredibly proud."

For GDA this trip marked not only another milestone in their journey but also apromise of afuture filled with endless possibilities for their aspiring dancers.

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Gisborne Dance Academy’s Main Street parade served as agrand finale to the trip of alifetime.

Driver faces charges afterBMW crash

A49-year-old NSW man will be interviewed by police for driving and drug offences after he crashed his BMW in Kyneton last Tuesday

High Street was closed to traffic in both directions as emergency services attended the scene about 1.30pm.

The driver's BMW clipped an unoccupied parked ute and flipped onto its side. Both vehicles had to be towed from the scene.

The man was assessed by paramedics at the scene and taken to hospital for minor injuries. He will also be interviewed by police in relation to an outstanding warrant. Any witnesses are asked to contact Kyneton Police Station on 5421 2900.

TheBMW clipped an unoccupied parked ute and flipped onto its side.

RecognisingHarcourt’s biodiversity Recognising Harcourrtt’s y

Apetition calling for Mount Alexander Shire Council to protect Harcourt’snative plants, animals and habitats has attracted its 1600th signature.

It comes in the same week that the council has released aStrategic Biodiversity Assessment and draft planning controls, documents that will inform the development and rezoning of Harcourt.

Members of Harcourt Valley Landcare, who launched the petition, are applauding the recognition of Harcourt’sbiodiversity in the assessment and the recommended vegetation and environmental overlays, but are asking Harcourt’snature-loving residents not to become complacent, with the final community consultation phase of the planning process about to take place.

“The 1600 people who signed the petition have let our councillors know biodiversity is important to them,” said HVL president Terry Willis.

“They’ve told the council they support the protection of the wildlife corridors that allow safe passage for our precious native species from Leanganook to the Walmer Forest. But there’sone more chance to ensure the council takes on these recommendations –and that’shappening this week.”

Councillor Tony Cordy will attend two drop-in sessions in Harcourt over the next week, to hear feedback on the proposed planning controls and biodiversity assessment. Submissions are also invited via the council’scommunity engagement platform, 'Shape', until Monday,June10.

The assessment, published on Shape, highlights important biodiversity assets HVL has been advocating for over the past four years, since Harcourt was first proposed as agrowth area.

“It’sfantastic to see the importance of these roadside habitats and waterways

being recognised by this document,” Terry said.

"Harcourt residents, and any residents of the shire who care about the native plants and animals and the beautiful Harcourt landscape, should voice their support for the protection tools recommended by the authors of the study.”

Terry said that while the group believed the protection of biodiversity assets would require behaviour change campaigns and enforcement to be truly effective, the overlays recommended in the assessment formed the foundations of protecting these assets.

Drop in sessions:

Friday,May 24 from 4.30 to 6pm at the Harcourt Bowls Club and Wednesday,May 29 from 3to7pm at the ANA Hall. Wed29May 3–7pm, ANA Hall, Harcourt. shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au ('Proposed planning controls' –look for the superb fairy wren).

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Apetitionstarted by Harcourt Valley Landcare members to protect Harcourt’s native plants, animals and habitats has reached 1600 signatures.

Cost-of-living relief afocus

Cost-of-living relief was afocus of the federal government’s2024 Budget released last Tuesday

Key measures include:

•Tax cuts for every Australian taxpayer from July 1. The average tax cut is $1583 per taxpayer

•A new$300 energy rebate for every household.

•Wiping about $3 billion from student HECS debt.

•Kickstarting the construction of more homes in every part of the country

•Cutting the prices of more common medicines through acheaper medicines policy

•Providing abetter deal for working parents by paying superannuation on top of paid parental leave.

McEwen MP Rob Mitchell said the new cost-of-living relief delivered in the Budget would build on the government'swork to take pressure offpeople without adding to pressure on inflation.

"This is aBudget to train more tradies, build more homes, boost bulk billing and give more Australians acrack at university or TAFE," Mr Mitchell said.

"Our Budget is investing in aFuture Made in Australia, the transformative opportunities of clean energy,new technology,strengthening our defence industry and capability,and investing in strategic industries.

"Because of our responsible economic management, the government has been able to forecast asecond consecutive Budget surplus."

The Budget also locks in progressive increases to local roads through Roads to Recovery funding for local councils.

The government is also providing $10.8 million in 2024-25 for aone-year National Road Safety Education awareness campaign.

Playersdonatetoschool hall fund

Kyneton High School executive principal Ana Rees received asurprise visit and special donation recently from three committee members of Kyneton amateur theatre group, Cathouse Players. Cathouse president Bette Sartore and former teachers Kate and Brian Fitches all took aquick break from aproduction meeting for their upcoming production of Gaslight to visit and it was all because of an article published last year in the Midland Express. The article covered the launch of aMajor Gift Donor Program, specifically aimed at restoring and preserving the cultural and artistically-rich heritage of the school's historic hall.

At aCathouse Players' committee meeting it was mooted by Bette Sartore and passed unanimously that a$1000 donation be made to the hall's restoration project.

It's now universally acknowledged that the hall, constructed nearly acentury ago in 1927, is in urgent need of total refurbishment to make it ausable venue for music, drama students, and audiences.

Bette said the Cathouse Players had received wonderful support by Macedon Ranges locals and beyond, and she hoped that other theatre companies would feel inspired to support Kyneton High school's hall restoration. Further enquiries can be made by contacting the school on 5421 1100.

Kyneton High School’s executive principal Ana Rees receives acheque for $1000 from Cathouse Players president Bette Sartore and Brian Fitches, in aid of the school’s hall restoration fund.

Photo: Kate Fitches

GizAsaurus to roar again

How do you make astranger smile? Acreative Gisborne teenager has found just the right combination of silly,fun and lovable to do the trick.

He is the Giz Asaurus –determined to make your day,and he's been doing exactly that for many residents with his sporadic appearances around Gisborne since January

The 'silly' comes in the form of an inflatable dinosaur costume, the 'fun' are his adventures around town, and the 'loveable' is just his general nature.

So far,hehas popped up at various roundabouts, New Gisborne Primary School, Swinburne Kinder and the Gisborne Market.

He is typically seen holding a misspelt sign with aheart-warming or cheerful message.

"Weall have many opportunities every day where we can be kind, silly or unexpectedly joyful," Giz Asaurus said.

"Finding and contributing to those moments can be so tiny,but the ripple effect can have ahuge impact to make our world agentler place to live in."

Stepping into the Giz Asaurus role has been this teen'sway of interacting with the wider community –and his concealed identity is all part of the fun.

Giz Asaurus is ateam effort –along with ateenager in the suit is also aparent assisting with transport, safety considerations and social media fun.

They said the community reaction had been "bigger than expected".

"Weare overwhelmed with all the

love! We want to thank the community for being so engaged with this fun, silly idea.

"Giz loves all the honks from passing cars. We've also enjoyed reading all the positive and supportive comments on Facebook –some of the interactions have been deeply meaningful and we're humbled that people have shared how atiny moment in time has improved their day."

The character was created when that loveable teen decided his fun dinosaur costume deserved more outings.

"It sat in my cupboard until my friend was going on camp and I thought it would be funny to surprise them on their way to school with a 'good luck' sign while in costume -it made both of us so happy that Idecided Iwanted to do this on abigger scale," he said.

Recently,that same friend has joined Giz Asaurus to double the fun. They go by New Giz Asaurus (will there be aSouth Giz Asaurus added to the herd? Maybe!).

If ever you think you have discovered who is behind the Gis Asaurus, they ask that you don't reveal their identities so the mystery and fun can continue.

Giz Asaurus has been so popular the team behind is considering opportunities for fundraising for local causes like the Gisborne Food Bank. Details on this are expected to be announced soon.

Residents can follow the Giz Asaurus adventures via Facebook: facebook.com/TheGizAsaurusRawr

Pair arrested over damage

Bendigo police have arrested aman andawoman over the alleged $100,000 worth of damage to artefacts at Bendigo's Golden Dragon Museum on May 5. It is understood the pair attended the Bridge Street museum about 1.30pm and used aliquid to cause damage to multiple statues and paintings.

Investigators allege allege the duo also caused damage at aWhite Hills cemetery and temple in Myers Flat. Police executed asearch warrant at an address in Seabrook on Friday about 10am.

A43-year-old man and a44-year-old woman from Seabrook were arrested and are currently assisting police with their enquiries.

Giz Asaurus and New Giz Asaurus have teamed up with aseries of sporadic fun visits around Gisborne.

Six homes approved

Six double-storey houses planned for 56 Howey Street, Gisborne, have been approved at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal.

The applicant challenged Macedon Ranges Shire Council'sdecision to refuse the plans against planning officer advice.

MRSC rejected the build based on it not responding to town character,inappropriate density,access, overlooking issues and lack of housing diversity

The VCATmember found the development largely responded to the planning scheme and granted approval with altered conditions including the addition of apedestrian footpath.

Digital licence arrives

Eligible Victorians are now able to access their digital driver licences after setting up their profile via the myVicRoads and Service Victoria apps.

Digital Driver Licences have undergone rigorous privacy and security testing, boasting features like adynamic hologram and atimed QR code so businesses and authorities can scan to verify authenticity and prevent fraudulent use.

The licences can also be updated in real-time if there are changes to licence conditions or personal information like home addresses.

Learners and probationary licence holders will be able to access their digital licence by 2025.

TheCompost Conversation Howtouse your ‘mind blender’

We have talked before about the importance of getting the moisture content of our compost piles right. Our favourite image for the ideal level is awrung out, wet sponge, wet enough that, if you squeezed it hard you could just get out another drop, but not dripping water.This is about 55 per cent moisture, perfect for good composting.

But, when we add another layer to our pile, be it bin or bay,how do we know our pile’smoisture level is just right, and how will what we are just adding to the pile affect this?

At YIMBY we like to get our composters to think about the moisture content of every ingredient they are adding to their pile (as well as the carbon/nitrogen ratio and lightness/density,but they are covered in other places). We use this visualisation exercise to help; imagine we take acompost ingredient and put it into aheavy-duty blender and vitamise it for aminute, how wet would it be when it comes out?

Now,this may seem astrange thing to get people to imagine, but it really does help, and it is amazing how accurate most people are once they let their imagination loose on this.

Say we want to add acatcher full of fresh grass clippings to our compost pile, we probably can’t squeeze asingle drop of water out of the grass asitis, but stop for amoment and visualise the blender.Wecan see in our mind that after blending the moisture in the cells of the grass is released and that grass is going to pour out of that blender like asmoothie, much wetter than our perfect wrung-out sponge

So, fresh grass is awet ingredient that will add moisture to our pile andwill need to be balanced with somedryer ingredients to get the perfect mix. We don’t actually blend it before adding it to our piles, as long as the ingredients are not too large, the microbes will do the blending/breaking-down work in our pile, we just use the blender in our imagination to assess the moisture content.

Let’stry the trick again with something like woodchips. Put them in your imaginary blender and set to high. The pieces of wood might get very fine and chopped up, but it really doesn’t matter how long we blend them for,weare not going to get arunny mix out. So, woodchips are adry ingredient and need to be balanced with something wetter

Dry piles ormixes can be sprayed with water,and this does help, but lots of water will pour through apile and take nutrients

with it. Pre-soaking dry ingredients in abucketa fewhours before adding them to the pile will get more moisture to stay and is regular YIMBY practice over the summer months, but the very best way to get moisture into our pile is in the very ingredients themselves.

Once we get this ‘mind blender’ trick working, adding water to our pile will mostly be to counter drying out in hot and/or windy conditions, orto compensate for the moisture lost from ahot compost pile,all that ‘steam’ on cold mornings has to come from somewhere.

Havefun with your ‘mind blender’.

–JoelMeadows works with *Yes In MyBack Yard, (YIMBY), acommunity-scale composting initiative in Castlemaine and surrounds. Send questions or comments to hello@yimbycompost. com, or to book in foracompost workshop!

Joel thinking about (but not actually) putting grass in ablender.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council is shining a spotlight on remarkable community members during National Volunteers Week, May 20-26.

Mayor Annette Death said this year's theme for National Volunteers Week, 'Something for Everyone', perfectly captured the essence of volunteering.

“There are adiverse range of volunteer opportunities available across our shire, catering to individuals from all walks of life, so Iencourage anyone with some spare time and awillingness to help to seek out local groups that might need ahand,” Cr Death said.

“On behalf of council, Iwould like to say a massive thank you to all those who currently

Celebrating local volunteers

Ranges to host First People’s Assembly

Macedon Ranges Shire Council will welcome the First People’sAssembly of Victoria for the first time to mark National Reconciliation Week in the shire.

National Reconciliation Week is held each year from May 27to June 3and is a time to learn about our First Peoples’ histories, cultures and achievements. This year's theme, ‘Now More Than Ever’, is areminder that the journey of reconciliation is continuing.

participate in volunteer roles. Whether you’ve been involved for ashort time or along time, you all make such valuable contributions and a real difference to our community.”

Among the remarkable volunteers who have dedicated themselves to make apositive impact in their communities is John Tohovitis.

His long-standing commitment to the Riddells Creek Football Netball Club demonstrates the spirit of service and connection.

John'sjourney with the club began back in the early 1990s when he moved to the town and his two boys began playing football.

Over time, John has served as treasurer, timekeeper and an invaluable member of the club'soperations.

Grants to groups

Nine community groups received funding that totalled more than $25,000 aspart of round two of Hepburn Shire’s 2024 Community Grantsprogram.

Recipients included the Drummond Hall Committee who will use their $5000 for film projectionequipment, St John’s Ambulance Victoria Daylesford Division who received $1225 to replace equipment; Trentham YouthGroup received $5000; and the Daylesford and Hepburn United Soccer Club received $5000 for equipment.

Successful applicants for round three of the 2023/2024 Community Grants will be notified shortly.

For John, volunteering at the club isn't just about giving back; it'sabout forging connections, fostering community spirit and providing apositive outlet for local youth.

John emphasises the importance of contributing to the community that supported him when he first arrived.

"If you can contribute, it'sgood personally and for the volunteering side of things," he said.

Read more inspiring stories about local volunteers on MRSC'swebsite:mrsc.vic.gov.au

To see what council-led or other community initiatives are supported by volunteers, and to get involved, visit MRSC'svolunteers section.

At aspecial event at Kyneton Town Hall on May 28, Joshua Carter –proud Noongar and Bardi man and Youth Voice coordinator –and Drew Berick –proudDja Dja Wurrung man and Elder Voice coordinator –will speak about the Youth and Elders' Voice initiatives of First People's Assembly

The First Peoples Assembly is an independent body that represents Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Victoria. Its members are Traditional Owners ofCountry who have been chosen by their communities to represent their hopes needs and ideas in the journey to Treaty

The free event will begin at 6pm. To register,visit: mrsc. vic.gov.au/reconciliation-week

Riddells Creek Football Netball Club volunteer John Tohovitis has been contributing since his boys began playing footy in the1990s. Now he’s inspiring others to get involved too.

Holeywoollies?

Have you unpacked your winter woollies only to find moth holes? Go along to the next Castlemaine Repair Cafe on Sunday and learn to darn so you can continue wearing them. Needles and some thread provided (you may want to get amatching colour).

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For the Repair Cafe, bring along broken household appliances, sewing repairs, mobile phones for deleting ID and other support, get Apple Mac info or learn basic bicycle maintenance. Also learn to maintain your sewing machine or learn to use one. Gold coin donation appreciated. Cafe finishes at 1pm.

Contact Chris if you're interested in attending the workshop or have questions about the Cafe at 30 Templeton Street on 5470 5508.

One of Australia's best-loved poetry events, Woodend's Chamber Poets, will be hosting its 100th session in June to coincide with the annual Woodend Winter Arts Festival.

Hosted by local haiku expert Myron Lysenko, Chamber Poets has been welcoming poets old and new for more than 10 years.

Some come for achance to share their thoughts in front of amicrophone (with guaranteed warm applause!), while others attend regularly just to have alaugh and share in the company of those who like their words to be clever, creative and wild.

Seven celebrity poets from around Victoria have agreed to join them for this very special anniversary event.

If you don't know much about 21stcentury poetry, here's your chance to be exposed to some of Australia's finest.

Be dazzled, moved and entertained by Andy Jackson and Ross Donlon from Castlemaine, Gayelene Carbis of I Have Decided To Remain Vertical fame, Professor Kevin Brophy from Melbourne University, spoken-word artist Es Foong, Joe Dolce (some readers might remember Shaddap You Face in 1980!), and finally, the mysteriously-named TT.O from Melbourne.

They will even squeeze in abit of an open mic section for those who'd like to have agothemselves!

Entertainment will also be provided by much-loved local band Black For-

est Smoke who have been playing their homemade songs –often poems set to music –since Chamber Poets started in early 2013.

In its early days, Chamber Poets sessions were held at the Woodend cafe Fox in the Chamber– hence the name. When it was movedtolargerpremises at the RSL Hall, they decided to keep the name that had become so well known.

Regular attendees speak of the friendship and sense of community to be found at poetry readings –apoetattending his first Chamber Poets last month said “It's all about good fellowship, good poetry, good music –and achance to read my poems!” Even the newest and most humble poets are given aspace to be heard and appreciated.

Regular attendee Tom Perfect said Chamber Poets was an expression of your state of mind and the world and the events in it. "What makes it such arare event is that the audience is always sympathetic and generous in their response," Tom said. "Chamber Poets is ahome away from home for me, and Iappreciate the opportunity to be with fellow travellers.”

So go along and join in the fun on Saturday June 8at1pm at the Woodend RSL in Anslow Street. There will be drinks at the bar and nice things to eat –and there will definitely be some bloody good poetry!

Pay at the door (cash only) $10 for an afternoon of authentic local culture.

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Autumn’s bountyishere

Lancefield'sHigh Street offers adiverse and lively setting this Saturday with another round of farmers market action from 9am on the centre plantation.

Autumn'sbounty is here with crisp Harcourt apples and pears, root vegetables coming in from the Romsey and Daylesford regions, walnuts from Redesdale and fresh saffron being picked over in the Central Goldfields.

The market brings you meats and seafoods from eight different producers using organic and regenerative practices, traditional foods from Italian and Scottish heritage and value packs for families.

This month Oh! So Good Foods, produced by husband and wife team David and Simone, is making its market debut at Lancefield.

They bring their carefully crafted range of breakfast products, dukkahs, 'pruffles' and more.

The range is low in sugar,high in protein and uses all natural ingredients.

"Nature is the best creator," says David, "So we like to let it shine."

Also attending the market is Sarah Snider of Dreaming Goat Dairy at Chintin. Sarah brings an ever-popular range of goats cheeses made with her own goat

herd'smilk and is filling the gap left by Holy Goat who have finished up their internationally acclaimed cheesemaking and are now focusing on re-wilding their Sutton Grange organic farm.

Garden lovers are well catered for this Saturday with many nursery folk in attendance bringing their pots of greenery for your patch including; indigenous natives, rare natives, conifers and other exotic plants, herbs, vegetable seedling, heritage fruit trees and more. Fowles Nursery of Whittlesea is making its market debut with awide range of natives and cottage garden plants for gardeners to enjoy

And three live performers from Lancefield-Romsey are returning to perform following the April market –Helen Keenan, Lucy Watson and Rexine Perry –you can find them in the seated lunch area at the east end of the market. Lunch options include foods from many cultures; Greek, Turkish, Italian, Sri Lankan, Spanish and Chinese. Sweet treats, locally roasted coffee and tea blends.

Friendly dogs are welcome. Free facepaint for the kids. Open from 9am to 1pm, High Street, Lancefield.

This market is an initiative of the Lancefield Neighbourhood House Inc.

Festivaltoget thetownswinging

The 2024 CastlemaineJazz Festival is gearing up to build upon the stellar success of last year'sfestival andis lookingtoexhibit the bestestablished and emerging talent of theAustralian jazz scene.

This year'sfestival willtake place across the King'sBirthday long weekend (June7-9) andfeatures38bands performing in six iconicvenues, including the historic Theatre Royal, Castlemaine Bowling Club,Phee Broadway Theatre, theCoolroomatthe Northern Arts Hotel andthis year two nights at theverypopular Boomtown Winery

Opening night at The Goods Shed will be acommunity focused event, featuring local artists such as the Thompsons Foundry Band and the Castlemaine Secondary College stage band –division winners in the recent 2024 Generations In JazzatMount Gambier

Also featured on thenight will be acommunity choir extravaganza led by Adam Przewlocki(Choir of Hard Knocks) featuring the Divine Divas, RainbowVoices, Marcapellas, Mainesong andthe CastlemaineSecondary Collegevocal ensemble.

The main program features many

established artists including Tamara Murphy,Ade ishs, Shirazz anda gamut of big bands in the historic Theatre Royal.

Headliningatthe PheeBroadway on Saturday night will be singer,trumpeter, songwriter and three-timeARIA award winner,Vince Jones, who this year will be celebrating the50th yearofa longapplauded career

Castlemaine Jazz Festival president Lyndal McClure said the committee had been working hard to bring an even more exciting festival to jazz enthusiasts.

“Weare also so excited about our paste up project,which aims to showcase our artists at this year'sfestival as installations around Castlemaine’sCBD in the lead up to theevent. It is the first time ever thatwehave done something like this, andwethink it will add to the overall atmosphere of the festival,” she said.

Each of the black andwhite posters features aQRcode where festival goers can learnmoreabout the musician, the photographer and their performance times at this year'sfestival.

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Atale of survivalfrom Syria

The critically acclaimed documentary For Sama,byaward-winning Syrian activist, journalist and filmmaker, Waad Al-Kateab, will be screening for two evenings in June courtesy of the Macedon Ranges Rural Australians for Refugees.

The film For Sama is aloveletter by Waad to her one-year-old daughter in case she doesn’t survive the conflict in Aleppo, Syria. For five years she documents her life falling in love, getting married and then giving birth to her daughter while living under constant siege in ahospital set up by her husband.

Although the devastation of this conflict is heartbreaking, this film reveals the incredible strength, resilience and love the Syrians have for their country and their willingness to do whatever it takes tosurvive

Waad flees Aleppo in 2016 for London, where she resides with her husband and two daughters. When For Sama was released in 2019, Waadalsolaunched anAdvocacy Campaign Action ForSama, as aneducation tool to highlight the ongoing situation in Syria and to end the impunity of perpetrators of war crimes targeting civilians and hospitals.

Waad has addressed theUN Security Council, speaking outcritically on their response to war crimes conducted inSyria and the inevitable continuation of war crimes now being played out inthe Ukraine and Gaza.

For Sama will be screened at Norma Richardson Hall, Woodend, Friday June 21 at 7pm, and at the Church of Christ, New Gisborne Saturday June 22 at 7pm.

MRRAR welcomes anyand all donations at the door. Alight supper will be served after each screening.

Castlemaine Jazz Festival committee members, Janet Pullar and Calum McClure, are pictured with one of the posters of beloved local artist Maggie Jackson in Mechanics Lane. feature openingnight, daypass and weekend pass options starting from $30 through to $150 adult for the full weekend.

Simone from Oh! So Good Foods will be at the market.

The biggerpicture

Marillian Jackson, Macedon Ranges

CongratulationsJohn Shaw on your letter (‘Rating student behaviour', Opinions, May 14). Youhave succinctly pointed out the key issues.

As ateacher of many yearsinthe Macedon Ranges Ihaveseen students with severe behavioural difficulties relocated to neighbouring schools. Those that come from apublic school to apublic school more often than not,dosowith consultation between the schools and ongoing communication.

We areextremely lucky in our area to have so many outstanding schools, staffed by dedicated teachers who are community minded.

Wrapped around the curriculum in the local schools are ongoingreinforcements regarding respectful relationships. Life values are at the heart of what our public schools are aboutand our teachers are well aware of the importance of students growing up to be caring adults.

Thank you John for so clearly and respectfully pointing to the ‘bigger picture’.

Awhinge about the state of ourroads

BobLewis, frustrated Lancefield motorist

Twoyears ago we bought abrand-new Kia Cerato Sport hatchback.

It comes with one of those stupid doughnut spare wheels that are useless in the country as it’sillegal to have it fitted on the front, so when you get afront wheel puncture, as we did,then you have to change TWO wheels to have the spare on the back!

For two years now we’ve had kilometres of potholed roads not being repaired around Lancefield and the Macedon Ranges and VicRoads' quick-fix is to just restrict speed downfrom 100 to 60 and sometimes 40km/h.

The Lancefield-Kilmore Road has claimed many unwary motorists having to pull over to do awheel change.

This is unacceptable in today'ssociety!

The Lancefield-Tooborac road is also an exampleofsuchnegligence.

We were driving towards Heathcote and saw that we were approaching potholes,

but as atruck was coming in the opposite direction we were unavoidably forced to hit adeep one.

That caused ablowntyre and bent the wheel rim.

To date we have had three punctures repaired, two blown tyres, and had to have arim rolled and straightened.

Ifound asecond-hand wheel on e-bay that has saved my wife numerous heartbreaking wheel changes; it’snogood ringing RACV whenyou have to wait three hours before they turn up!

Especially when youhave two-year-old grandchildren in the back of the car and it happens to be raining!

VicRoads isn’t interested in any recompense under $1800 per claim, so maybe we deserve aregistration refund, or reduction at least!

The state Labor government seems to have plenty of cashfor pet projects, how about fixing up our failing infrastructure first?

Idread riding my motorbike on these roads, they’re deadly!

Abetter solution

Margaret Grey, Castlemaine

Recently there was an article in the Midland Express ('Campers told tomove', May 7, 2024) about two people (one of whom has children) campingonlandthey own within the Mount Alexander Shirecouncil region

Ibelievethey have acomposting toilet, power and aclean water supply. They have been advised by the council that they are not permitted to live this way and been given notice to move to another type of accommodation.

Ibelievethat recently the council has given permission for tiny houses to be permitted as permanent accommodation.

Why then have thesepeople, whoare living on their own land, beenordered to cease doing so?

Surely how they are living is abetter solution to the shortage of affordable accommodation than sleeping in acar in aside street or living for months in the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens as has happened here.

Editor's note: The new law introduced by council allows one tiny house on wheels, caravan or tent to camp on aproperty with an existing dwelling without apermit.

Questionable

RobertGreen, Lancefield

On 24 April 2024, Iasked aclear and direct question of Macedon Ranges Shire Council regarding resolve on DPO 24 (Lancefield Development PlanOverlay) as this matter has been ongoingfor 10 years now (two years before councilgaveitpermission).

In my reply Idon't believe Iwas give an answer that reflects council or staff'scommitment to remove the flawed and failed DPO 24, this has also beenconveyed to me by many members of thepublic.

Iinvite anyone interested in the operation of Macedon Ranges Shire Council to review the question and answers.

As for all the talk about what the Minister of Planning thinks, they made adetermination without have any discussions with landowners –the mostaffected party –despite our requests.

To add to that, adirect representative of the Minister's office told me that they won't remove the DPO because of "legal risk" i.e. they are now putting the cost and access of the courts in the way of resolve.

Bush blocking

Stephen Carthew, HarcourtNorth

Thestory in the Express ('Campers told to move', May 7, 2024) (front page no less) about campers living illegally on abush block portray innocent victims against acallous council. This portrayal is not justified.

The victims have evidently owned and lived on the property for some time.

Invarious discussionsthey acknowledge with council officers, they would have been told they cannot liveonthe land.

The land is in the Farming Zone, where adwelling requires apermit. The campers don't haveone. The land is covered by afire overlay It beggars belief that the campers have not been told by council officers that they cannot set up house on the land, for these and other legal reasons. It is likely that the campers havenot paid attention to the officers.

Whichever is the case,ignorance of the law is no protection against it.

The story will unfortunately stir outrage among those who swallow the media coverage; as well as among those whobelieve that the planning laws, like others, cannot be contravened at will.

SUPER QUIZ?

Local knowledge (1 point)

1. In which month will the 2024 Run the Maine event take place?

2. What is the name of the Cathouse Players’ June stage show?

3. Where is Castlemaine’s parkrun held every Saturday?

4. Who were the two winners of the Macedon Ranges’ 2024 Edgy Veg Awards? (3 points)

5. Who did Macedon artist Amalie Rose depict in her entry into the 2024 Archibald Prize?

General knowledge (1 point)

6. “By all means, move at aglacial pace. You know how that thrills me,” is aline delivered by Meryl Streep in which film?

7. In which country is the city of Rotterdam?

8. Chartreuse is ashade of which colour?

9. How old was Queen Victoria II when she came to the throne? (3 points)

10. Where in the world would you find the bronze statue of akita Hachiko?

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Prada. 7. The Netherlands. 8. Green. 9. Eighteen. 10. Tokyo, Japan.

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The Dreamers–

Karen Thompson Walker

2019, sci-fi, 303 pages

In an isolated college town in the hills of Southern California, afreshman girl stumbles into her dorm room, falls asleep –and doesn’t wake up. Then asecond girl falls asleep, and then another,and panic takes hold of the college and spreads to the town. As the number of cases multiplies, classes are cancelled, and stores begin to run out of supplies. A quarantine is established. The National Guard is summoned. Those infected are displaying unusual levels of brain activity,more than has ever been recorded. They are dreaming heightened dreams –but of what?

Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers –MaryRoach 2003, non-fiction/science,320 pages

For two thousand years, cadavers –some willingly,some unwittingly –have been involved in science’sboldest strides and weirdest undertakings. They’ve tested France’sfirst guillotines, ridden the NASA SpaceShuttle, been crucified in aParisian laboratory to test the authenticity of the Shroud of Turin, and helped solve the mystery of TWAFlight 800. For every new surgical procedure, from heart transplants to gender confirmation surgery,cadavers have helped make history in their quiet way.Stiff investigates the strange lives of our bodies postmortem and answers the question: What should we do after we die?

Stone Yard Devotional –CharlotteWood 2023, literaryfiction, 280 pages

Awoman abandons her city life and marriage to return tothe place of her childhood, holing up in asmall religious community hidden away on the stark plains of the Monaro. She does not believe in God, doesn’t know what prayer is, and finds herself living this strange, reclusive life almost by accident. As she gradually adjusts to the rhythms of monastic life, she finds herself turning again and again to thoughts of her mother,whose early death she can’t forget. Disquiet interrupts this secluded life with three visitations.

Runt –Craig Silvey 2022, fiction/children’s, 352 pages Annie Shearer lives in the country town of Upson Downs with her best friend, an adopted stray dog called Runt. The two share avery special bond. After years evading capture, Runt is remarkably fast and agile, perfect for herding runaway sheep. But when agreedy local landowner puts her family’shome at risk, Annie directs Runt’sextraordinary talents towards adifferent pursuit –winning the Agility Course Grand Championship at the lucrative Krumpets Dog Show in London. However,Runt will only obey Annie’scommands if nobody else is watching.

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Price: $680,000-$720,000

Time forthatchange? for that change?

Close to all Kyneton has to offer is this north facing neat brick veneer home and unit that has been recently renovated with new flooring, lighting, anew kitchen and bathroom. Windows are double glazed and there is anew roof and paint throughout. This property features alarge, open living space and a modern kitchen. The living area includes two split systems for cooling and heating. There are three good sized bedrooms, two with built-in robes and amaster offering awalk-in robe and ensuite plus a clean and crisp bathroom with shower,bath, and vanity.There isa spacious laundry and aseparate toilet:

Agent: Raine &Horne Kyneton

Contact: Jennifer Pearce 0427422 508

asingle undercover carport, aconcrete driveway,and undercover outdoor entertaining.

Solar power 6KW is also connected to save on energy costs. Boasting aseparate three-bedroom unit with akitchen/meals area, shower,vanity,toilet, and aseparate lounge.

Opportunity for adependent relative, ideal if you work from home or aB&B for apassive rental income.

Walking distance to the school precinct sporting facilities, shopping centre, and Piper Street. Land size 650m2 approx.

Jason Woodford-Smith 0478 000 441

Repeat clients tell thestory

Owners, landlords, buyers, and tenants have been valuing Jason’ Woodford-Smith’sknowledge, warm approachable manner and professional advice on all aspects of real estate for 28 years.

Having worked extensively with all styles of property,from acreage and rural homesteads to multi-million dollar oceanfront and beachfront properties to quaint heritage and character filled cottages, Jason has avast bank of skills and knowledge about the property market. His ability to implement the ideal plan to achieve the perfect outcome for his clients is made possible by his experience and adaptability to each client’sunique situation. Many of Jason’sclients, anumber of whom have benefited from his services on multiple occasions, have commented on his passion and drive. Jason is adamant about getting the best outcome for his clients to earn their loyalty and recommendation.

Jason demonstrates an unwavering commitment to helping his sellers achieve their goals and asuccessful conclusion that benefits boththe seller and the buyer

Jason Woodford-Smith is apopular choice for people looking to sell or buy property because of his extensive track record of success and commitmenttoachieving exceptional outcomes. To help you with your property needs you can now contact Jason at Raine &Horne on 0478 000 441.

Endlesspersonality

From within its serene private sanctuary,this wellpresented bespoke property will impress at every turn.

Clachanpluck, Gaelic for,‘place of the plough’ offers the opportunity to escape from the city and enjoy the fresh country air as you soak in the rolling hills of this 6.23 acre/2.52-hectare property

Immediately welcoming, the long winding drive past the pond, the two pencil pines stand guard as you arrive at the home which is aspectacular union of rich mud brick character and contemporary comfort. This two-storey,three-bedroom home

boasts open plan dining and lounge with bamboo floors, exposed timber beams and ceilings, and efficient wood pellet heating. The central country kitchen is acook’sdelight with gas cooktop and electric oven, large pantry and ample benchtops for family celebrations and entertaining. The custommade charm continues upstairs with two further bright bedrooms, asecond bathroom and study The mudbrick studio provides flexible options including short term B&B (STCA) or artist retreat. Ample shedding provides storage space for tools and equipment.

Enviable family living

Perched atop Hill View Court, this bespoke and luxurious modern residence offers an exquisite living experience. Bathed in natural light and nestled at the apex of atranquil cul-de-sac, this impeccably designed three or four bedroom home boasts lofty ceilings and doorways, creating an inviting atmosphere for enviable family living.

The interior exudes sophistication featuring alavish lounge-dining room adorned with polished hardwood floors, astriking feature brick wall, and comfortable seating. Ducted air conditioning and Bluetooth audio enhance the ambiance, while glass-stacker doors open to reveal the expansive alfresco area.

This stylish retreat offers an array of indulgent amenities, including 1473m2 of land with meticulously landscaped and irrigated gardens, apicturesque, decked entry walkway with valley views and agenerous four car garage with direct home access and aconvenient drive-through option. There is also asecondary driveway with ample parking and rear garden access.

Inside the home the spacious floor plan spans more than 200m2 featuring three or four bedrooms with robes. The luxurious master suite comes with picturesque views, feature walling, awalk-in robe, and asizable ensuite with aseparate toilet

There is awell-appointed kitchen with awalk-in pantry,Bosch appliances, and an indoor-

outdoor bar server extending to the alfresco area.

Aversatile sitting room doubles asamedia space or fourth bedroom is complete with storage options and presents flexible usage.

Also featured is alarge family bathroom, separate toilet, and laundry equipped with cabinetry and storage solutions.

Ahidden gem awaits upstairs: apartlyenclosed sky-deck star gazers room, offering an extraordinary second outdoor living zone with abuilt-in bar,raked ceiling, and captivating town views. Double glazing and ducted air conditioning throughout the home make for yearround comfort.

Locatedona 1308sqmcorner allotment, abeautifully presentedfamilyhome with large American Barn style shed. Offeringa master bedroomwithensuite and parentsretreat or study, kitchen/living/dining,formal dining,secondlounge area, three further bedrooms, separatetoilet,bathroom andlaundry.There is agas log fire, ducted heatingand coolingthroughoutfor year-round comfort. Beautifully establishedgardens surroundthe home.Locatedonlya fewminutes’drive to Castlemaine CBD.

Forthose lookingfor atree change andwant the peaceand quietofa country lifestyle, this10acre(approx) parcel representsanexcellent opportunitytobuild your acreage dream(S.T.C.A).Accessedbya quietroad with minimalpassing traffic.The land offersa mixtureofclearedand timbered land with gentle undulation,plusmultiple options for home sites(S.T.C.A). Thereismains power available.Locatedinanextremely well-held area of Castlemaine,only 4kms from the CBD. $600,000

10 Acres

Belle Property Castlemaineand Maldon.

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•Lush landscapedhaven on 28 acrebushland with birds and wildlife

•Planningpermit alreadygranted.

•Just 3.5km to Newstead, 13km from Castlemaineand 134kmfrom Melbourne

Brett Tweed |0417564 697 Rob Waller |0418571

Phyllis Crescent, McKenzie Hill

4a 2b 2v 850r

•Custombuiltmodern home.

•Main suite with walk-in robe &double shower.

•Polished floorboards &high ceilings.

•9x6mshedwithpower &concreteflooring.

Brett Tweed |0417 564 697

Rob Waller |0418571 130

3a 2b 2v 637r

•Brick veneer home(circa1980s) on elevated 637m²allotment.

•Open plan kitchen-dining living.

•Three bedrooms with built-in wardrobes.

•Low maintenance garden andgarage/shed

a 2b 4v 2558r

•Modern

•4 double bedrooms with robes.

•Casual meals area and updated kitchen with

Rob Waller |0418571 130 Blasi Mulholland |0417 311 733

25thMay 11:15am -11:45am

Rosalind Claire Brennand

Ros left us peacefully on 18th May2024, aged 79 years

She will be missed by her loving husband David, children -Mary-Anna, Sarah, Katherine and Martin, and grandchildren -Dominic,Katia, Freya,Reuben and Hermione

Forfuneral details please see Friday's Castlemaine Mail.

TRETHOWAN Brian

31.3.36 -7.5.24

Lovedbrother of Valma, brother in law to Malcolm. Uncle to Leanne, Helen and Kim R.I.P

KN278247/L

In loving memory

With profound sadness,weannouncethe passing of ourbelovedBlake, who peacefully passed away at the age of 31 in his sleep –your memorylives on in our hearts foreverand always.

Blakewas the belovedson of Trevor and Claire, cherished brother of Lachie and Tess devoted partner to Sarah, best mate to Roy, grandchild to Nevile (dec)and Ivy Flower, Rose and Stan Sundblom (both dec), nephew, cousin and friend.

His memorywillforeverbecherished by thosewho knewhim Rest now, free from pain and suffering. Maythe wind carry youoneternal rides, just as your belovedmotorbikesdid here on Earth. Your laughter,cheekiness,kindness and your infectious smile will foreverliveoninour hearts,a comforting reminder of the joyyou brought to our livesand your memory will continue to guide us through our grief

Though your timewithuswas short, your impact wasimmense

In your absence,our lives feel incomplete,but your love continues to fill the void,your presence is felt

Youmay be gone from our sight, butyou will neverbegone from our hearts Rest easy,dear Blake, knowing youare foreverloved anddeeplymissed

In loving memoryofBlake John Flower, mayyou ride on in peace, your spirit foreverintertwined with the hearts of your family

To our son Blake, thank youfor the beautiful memories astheyare ours to keep forever, we are so proud of the youngman youbecame Dad will miss the time spent together in the shed, he willmisshis mate

Mumwill miss cleaning up after youinthe kitchen after the time youboth spent cooking together, and miss the heartto heartconversations

Love from your heartbroken mum and dad. Till we meetagain son.

Brother,your laugh, wild ideas,lovefor animals, and motorbikes made youunforgettable

Youwere fiercely protectiveofus.

We will alwayswish foryou backand love you until the end of time.Our big brother forever.

We will love youforeverand always, your little brother Lachie and little sister Tessy Loving nephewofMichael, Maureen and Deedy Cousin of Christopher,Kate and Nicole

No more suffering Blake, in heaven with nannyRose “Tillwemeetagain”.

Love Uncle Michael and the Deeds

Takenway to soon rest peacefully Blake love Steve, Cathy, Nikeisha and Corey. Foreverinour hearts.RIP mate love aunty Jo and uncle Scott. In memoryofmygrandson Blake, your love fills our hearts, atreasure we hold dear. Up in heaven, knowthat Pop eagerly awaits,ready to wrap youinhis arms

Love from your Nanna Flower Blake, Iamsoangry that youhaveleft me to do this alone, butmostly Iamjust so so so sad that you're gone Imiss youbeyond words,Iloveyou, Sarah.

O’BRIEN -Daryl Edward 4th March 1941 -17th May2024

Passed away at Castlemaine Hospital on the 17.05.2024, after abattle with cancer

Heartfelt thanks to the staff at Dhelkaya Health and Botanical Gardens Health.

Much lovedfather to Victoria and Leigh, father-in-lawtoMichael, Grandfather to Deanna and William. Together with Lola again.

Amemorial forDaryl will be held at the Castlemaine RailwayStation,platform3 on Wednesday22nd May2024 at 11am in the VGRRefreshment rooms

All are welcome

Thank youtoVictorian Goldfields Railway and KLFMRadiofor their support at this time.

STOCKS

Norman 04.03.1932 –12.05.2024

Norman Stocks passed away peacefully afteralongand fulfilling life

Muchloved by all his family and friends,hewill be missed greatly. Hisspirit will live on in all thewonderful memories we have shared withhim. In accordance with Norman’s wishes, aprivate Cremation will be held along with a private familygathering to say afinalfarewell.

Family and friends are invited to attend Blake’sfuneral service, to be held in the Chapel of Mount Alexander Funerals, 12 Campbell Street, Castlemaine on Friday24th Mayat2.00pm. Aprivate burial will followthis service In lieu of flowers please consider adonation in memoryofBlake to Diabetes Victoria. Fordetails please visit his tribute page on the website of Mount Alexander Funerals

SHAW -Hazel Jean (nee Chamberlain) 09.05.1928 -09.05.2024

Passed away peacefully at Royal Melbourne Hospital, Aged 96. Little Sister to Marion (dec) and John (dec). Belovedwifeof Grahame (dec). Mother to Peter,Robert, Lady Merinda and Sara. Mother-in-lawto

Gabie,Helen and Tim. Grandmother to Melanie,Kristopher Matthewand Daniel Grandmother-in-lawto

Jared and Grace

Greatgrandmother to Noah and Angus 'An era has ended and agentle soul is nowresting'

SHAW

AFuneral Service of Thanksgiving forthe lifeofthe late Hazel Jean Shaw will be offered at St Paul’s Anglican Church, 77 Main Street, Romseyon WEDNESDAY (22nd of May, 2024) commencingat 1:30pm Aprivate cremation will follow. Forthose unable to attend the service, youare warmly invited to join via alivestream on Hazel’stribute page at tjscottandson.com.au

McKenzie

SALES -YARD PERSON

• Duties include timber &hardware sales

•Packing &racking timber,making up orders

•Timber,hardware or fencing knowledge an advantage

•Rostered Saturdaywork

FROST’S

Public Notices

HarcourtBowling Club wishes to publicly thank all our Sponsorsfor their valued supportthroughout the year. We are abetter Club and community because of your support.

Thank youto:

AG Kitchens,B.L. Nunn, BP Fuel Harcourt, Barkers Creek Auto Repairs,Bendigo Bank, ButterflyAudiology,Property Plus, Castlemaine MiniDiggers,Castlemaine Fresh, Castlemaine Mitsubishi, Castlemaine Toyota, Kosmac &Clemens Castlemaine, Maxi IGA,McKenzie DaveyAmcal Pharmacy, Mount Alexander Funerals,Parsons Motorbody Shop,Peter Douglass Excavations,Steve Barty Gas Supplies,Traveland Cruise,WorkforceXS JJ Leech &Sons

Our thanksalso to our loyalmembers who donated food and itemsfor the Club events throughout theyear

FORSALE BY TENDER

Newstead CFAFire Brigade is selling its former supportvehicle and tender applicationsare nowopen.

The vehicle is aSep 2007 Ford Ranger PJ 4WD CrewCab with 57,879 km. Servicing and maintenance are up to date and this vehicle features manyoptions forthe handy man or camper:

•Aluminium Drop Side Tray

•Bull Bar

•WarnWinch

•Dual Batteries •Tow Bar

•CBRadio and Antenna Sold as is,unregistered and with NO roadworthycertificate Formore information and to get the tender form go to www.newsteadcfa.org.au or email Doug Richardson at newsteadcfa@gmail.com and put “Confidential Tender Application” in the subject line Tenderofferswill close on at 5pm, Wednesday 19 Jun2024.

The highest or anytender not necessarily accepted.

KN278278/L

CLASSIFIEDS

diesel, RWC, newtyres,bull bar,tow bar,elec winch, steel tray,A/C,elec windows 6mth reg, 1NC 1NN. $20,000 ono Ph 0490 785 466. KN278197 J KN278280/L

KYNETON

Collins Newsagency -Mollison St

Express Office -MarketStreet

Fika Café

Kyneton Home Hardware

Kyneton IGA

Kyneton /Daylesford Drycleaners

Watts Fresh -Mollison Street

EG Ampol Petrol Station

MALMSBURY

General Store

REDESDALE /LANGLEY

General Store

TRENTHAM /TYLDEN

IGA Country Store

General Store

WOODEND /CARLSRUHE

IGA Woodend

Newham Store

Woodend Newsagency

Carlsruhe Roadhouse

GISBORNE

Foodworks

Gisborne IGA

Riddells Creek Newsagency

MACEDON

Macedon IGA

Macedon Newsagency &Post Office

MT.MACEDON

Mt Macedon Tradingpost

ROMSEY

Romsey IGA

LANCEFIELD

Newsagency

Property Management Macedon Ranges

CASTLEMAINE

Ampol Service Station -Johnstone Street

Belle Property -Barker Street

Caravan Park Big -Doran Street

Castlemaine IGA -Barker Street

Castlemaine Property Group

Castlemaine Vintage Bazaar

Cumberland -BarkerStreet

Daily Express -C/M Railway Station

Das Coffee House -Mill -Walker Street

Hot &Crusty -Barker Street

Jellis Craig -Mostyn Street

Lyal Eales -Barker Street

Maxi IGA -Hargreaves Street

Newsagency -MostynStreet

Petstock -Forrest Street

Regional Enterprise -Halford Street

Tingays smash repairs -ElizabethStreet

CHEWTON /TARADALE

ELPHINSTONE

Grist Bakery -Wesley Hill

East End Servo -Main

Chewton Post Office

Elphinstone Post Office

Taradale Metro Fuel

HARCOURT

Post Office

Harcourt BP

CAMPBELLS CREEK /GUILDFORD

Mt Alexander Timber &Hardware

Post Office

Five Flags Merchants

Post Office

NEWSTEAD

Newstead Grocer/Bakery

Post Office/RSD

Newstead Country Store

MALDON

Newsagency -Main Street

Maldon Information Centre

Baringhup Store

Seniors

GOALS:Gisborne: HLuxmoore4ZDenahy3MMerrett P McKenna FLakey JScanlon BBernackiD Young JCardillo

Eaglehawk: DRichards 4B Thompson 2J Mullen JNeaves

B Mcgregor BEST: Gisborne: B Bernacki H Luxmoore B Blake ZVescoviLSpear MLord. Eaglehawk: CLangford B Thompson BEvans CHolmesMAngove DRichards

GOALS:South Bendigo: BHarvey11S Stroobants 8Avan

GOALS:Gisborne: HDoricic 4MBarake 3E Williams 2L

Nesbitt Eaglehawk: JVroom DMarshABennett BEST:

Gisborne: JMurphyJLong HManders MBarake HDoricic ZPaterson. Eaglehawk: JVroom MStoreyCShevlin I O’Sullivan ABennett JHanley

KANGAROO FLAT 3.35.4 7.5 9.8 (62)

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STRATHFIELDSAYE

GOALS:Kangaroo Flat: TThach 3T Brooks 2J Fulton RSavy JLyons PMurphy. Strathfieldsaye: SMurphyD Bell BEST: Kangaroo Flat: ILowndes TThach TCollins MWiegardJ Lyons RSavy. Strathfieldsaye: DBell JStephensRZeraS MurphyZCharles JMolloy

SOUTH BENDIGO DMARYBOROUGH(FOREFIT)

Under 18s

SOUTH BENDIGO 1.5 4.6 5.9 7.17 (59)

MARYBOROUGH 0.0 0.0 0.0 1.2 (8)

JCooke 3JLordLHay SIndian MDick JCott. Kyneton: BMuir 2J Street-GlassonF Randall RPretty. BEST: Macedon: MDick LHay JBarham ZSmedley TSims BHoyne Kyneton: ETurnerC Fisher JGaff BMuir FRandall EForeman

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4.6 5.7 (37) GOALS:Riddell: JChahine 4D Tarczon3N CroftSDuggan J Hammerling KOgilvieTAlkemade DGaleaJ Horton. BEST:Riddell: JChahine DTarczon CWilliamson JReardonJGrabham KOgilvie Reserves

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TCampbell EAzzopardi D McDonald ALidgerwood CMarsden LMitchener RMurtagh. BEST: Woodend-Hesket: Details N/A.

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5.4 (34) GOALS:Kyneton: RHealy 4SBurgisJHarrisJPlowman T Ciardullo Macedon: MRutledge TObrien NBloomfield CBrill D McKinley BEST:Kyneton: CBowmanT RickardR Healy TBourke ZRyanJ Pilbeam. Macedon: NBloomfield THildebrand JBlake D McKinley JReeves RHickingbotham

NHoy 8ASmith 2A Tennant2MHoy 2J Thorsen TBoorman TThorogood LNewnham. Lancefield: Details N/A.. BEST:Romsey: MHoy NHoy JThorsen BSmileyL Newnham HNotman. Lancefield: AShepherdley WHardham C Boschen MHiggins JBannan EElkin

GOALS:Riddell: ACruickshank 4CHagan 4T Martin 2OPowell MPontonB Willingham BZarbT Ford. BEST:Riddell: TFordC Flynn TMartin BZarbCHagan ACruickshank

FLight2J Wills 2T Rutledge TWilson H ElmaweyJ Alabaster Kyneton: SPyers 2B Thompson GYow YehA Thomson CMunro. BEST:Macedon: HElmaweyL Webb TWilson FLightA McGregor AHorton. Kyneton: MWearneD Roberts SPyers JSmith JJohnston GYow Yeh

Heumen3 BHaddow2 JFrancis CBrooks WMarksAAvery ZSims AZimmerman. Maryborough: JGallaher JBritten. BEST: South Bendigo: CBrooks BHarveyZ Lockwood B HaddowAAvery ZSims Maryborough: TMyers JBritten K Lanfranchi MRomeroAHumphreyJ Gallaher

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STRATHFIELDSAYE5.0

KANGAROO FLAT 3.44.4

GOALS:Strathfieldsaye: JSchischka6MGordon 5R Wilson

2A Sheahan 2DClohesy LGill MHarvey. Kangaroo Flat: C Smith 2CEvans ERoberts AGrant BEST: Strathfieldsaye: JSchischkaLGill PBlandfordMHarveyMGordon CJames Kangaroo Flat: xDingfelder-hopeT Balcke CEvans K Symons JHalsall CLee

Reserves

Seniors

GOALS:Campbells Creek: JWootton DStevens J

Martinovic BCarson. BEST:Campbells Creek: HBarnes H Bassett JAllison NO’Brien JPollardJ Vakatau

GOALS:Trentham: JRegan 2JDovaston 2J Keogh 2

TNewman 2J CowanSRatliffR Thiesz AFerrier BEST:

Trentham: JDovaston SKelly ZGervasoni JKeogh HKnight

LRatliff

HARCOURT 3.3 9.8 11.13 15.17

GOALS:Harcourt: JRodda 5C Anderson 2BGurd2 BLeech 2J Gartside BVaz PGretgrix TWalters Maldon: BLeonardShannon 4BMiller2BCarterC Buchanan BJohns JCollins

BEST: Harcourt: JEde JGartside TWalters TWilson RThiesz

BVaz. Maldon: NThompson DWustM GrayB LeonardShannon ARobinson JCollins

CARISBROOK

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GOALS:Campbells Creek: CDale 2CHicksJ MooreC MountfordCHocking-Turnbull BEST:Campbells Creek: C Dale MKerney CHicks NSpeteri JPicken JCole

GOALS:Maldon: BBrown 2LDavey2 TWebb

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Maldon: BBrown XNoy DConnell JKnightBNeveT Webb

GOALS:Trentham: Details N/A.

J Beecham CWhelan JCutler BCurranL Whitehouse R Sutherland

GOALS:South Bendigo: BStroud2M Thomas 2M Rees OPattonT Rojewski. Maryborough: CWood BEST: South Bendigo: ATriplettT McBurney MThomasBQuinlanFawcett SPower OPatton. Maryborough: CMarkC Wood J Skinner JLovel Rfeeney LBursill

GISBORNE 5.3

EAGLEHAWK

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1.5 (11)

GOALS:Gisborne: JRutten 4M Trakosas 3DLewis 2L Hannon 2W Mackay JGrayCJohns HOlive HYoung JZerafa. Eaglehawk: KBurrill-Grinton. BEST: Gisborne: JGrayJ Rutten LHannon DLewis BDickins CJohns Eaglehawk: KBurrill-GrintonDMarsh RNaughtonLNicholsonC BlandthornJ Coates-moore

KANGAROO

STRATHFIELDSAYE1.1

3.6 (24)

GOALS:Kangaroo Flat: RMcNamara2Z Whalen 2M Balcke Strathfieldsaye: JDaniels 2W Harvey. BEST: Kangaroo Flat: JNewman XCoghill WChantT Farmer MBalcke Z Whalen. Strathfieldsaye: JBell AWingrave RO’Donnell J Daniels MElkington JMolloy

SAherne 5J Hardy

CBuchanan

Burchell

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CREEK

GOALS:Campbells Creek: DetailsN/A. BEST:Campbells Creek: LMountfordA BrownBPagano NJones BTaylor D Rowe HARCOURT

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GOALS:Harcourt: LMcKay 2J Dorian JMuscatH George Maldon: CJennings JJennings BEST: Harcourt: JWebster JDorian LMcKay JArcher DPryor HBird. Maldon: VJones R Nagle JSmith FWalls ATurner

TRENTHAM 5.3 10.9 17.14 21.17 (143) TALBOT 0.00.0 0.0 1.0 (6)

GOALS:Trentham: EWalsh 7GFox 4BHolden 3W Hopper 3ARyrie 2NBoyer SMiller. BEST: Trentham: EWalsh GFox ARyrie WHopper LstringerO Holmes

MARYBOROUGH 0.0 4.3 8.6 9.10 (64) DUNOLLY 0.0 0.0 1.0 2.0 (12)

CARISBROOK 3.7 7.10 9.13 11.15 (81) AVOCA2.1 3.2 4.4 7.5 (47)

Under 11.5s

HARCOURT 1.6 2.9 2.145.15 (45)

MALDON 0.0 0.1 0.1 0.2 (2)

GOALS:Harcourt: MVidler 2T Waddington CDavis T Dorian. Maldon: DetailsN/A. BEST:Harcourt: LDunlopJ PrattT Waddington MVidler TDorian CDavis Maldon: D Wilson OMerlo BWebbW Govier LMullerMJones

TRENTHAM1.4 3.9 3.11 6.15 (51)

TALBOT 0.0 0.00.2 0.2 (2)

GOALS:Trentham: HLeong 2M Thompson CPowney D Thompson SBeattie BEST:Trentham: CPowneyR Keighran HLeong JRizio JCurtinD Thompson.

MARYBOROUGH 1.2 2.5

(29) DUNOLLY

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GOALS:Maryborough Giants: BBarnett2ABroad SMelton. Dunolly: Details N/A. BEST:Maryborough Giants: BBarnettL Walker ABroad PYoung BYoung J Leech. Dunolly: EHallworth APerkins JTaylor TSchodde M Pechlivanidis JMitchell

CAMPBELLS CREEK

GOALS:Campbells Creek: MSturgess MMcMahonE Mountford. BEST:Campbells Creek: BPagano BReidie E Mountford DO’Brien AJones HFarthing

Town &District

GOLF results

CASTLEMAINE

Terry Moore (15) blitzed the stableford field on Saturday with 44 points to be the overall and B-grade winner

Jason Thompson (4) topped A-grade with 37 points.

Tayler Walsh (31) had afine 41 points but had to settle for the C-grade award.

GISBORNE

On Saturday,161 men and women graced the course to compete in the most unrewarding competition, Par.Noprizes for the higher handicap golfers when they fluke abirdie.

Callan Hayes took out A-grade with a very impressive +7, Bill Jacobs won Bgrade with +5, and Coopers Wattstopped C-grade with +1.

Marg Ivory,who pays alot for Melbourne Demons memorabilia, won the women’scomp. with +1.

On Wednesday,36competed in the partner foursome competition, with some women also playing in the Golf Victoria Doris Chambers event with Lynne Smith and Sue Cautley the club winners.

Daosiri Lock, the best golfer in the Lock household, and Moon Flash Gordon won the main event with 38 points.

Don’t forget, if you want to learn the basics of golf in afun and relaxed environment, come and join us on Saturday, June 1, for our ‘Come and TryGolf’ afternoon. Who knows, you might be the next Tigers Woods.

KYNETON

Jason McClure and Nathan Thompson will contest the final of the RSL Doubles knockout this Saturday

In the semi-finals, McClure beat Barry Murphy 2/1, and Thompson won 4/3 against Paul Law

The 0-15 handicap on Saturday was Nick Williamson (9) with 35 points, on a countback from David Moore (8), while the 16 and over winner was TimGoodwin with 39, from David Austin (17) on 38.

Denise Murphy (16) was the ladies winner with 32.

Judy Quick is the winner of the 2024 Dr Groves Memorial Trophy after nett rounds of 75-69 for a144 total, one clear of Banksie Buckley 71, 74 -145

Rosemary Dowling, granddaughter of Dr Groves, came from Melbourne last week to present the trophy

Buckley’s106-32-74 was sufficient to clinch the play-offfor the May medal, a stroke clear of Beth Murray

A-grade went to Denise Murphy with 89-12-72 from Deb Kohlman 97-22-75, Quick topped B-grade with 98-29-69, and Buckley topped C-grade.

NTP winners were Tracey Bramich, Valme Smoors and Judy Aldred.

MOUNT MACEDON

Round two of the club championships on Saturday saw amassive move up the leader board by B-grader Phil Thomas. From a15handicap, he finished with a seven under his handicap with nett 60 to be the day’soverall winner

David Watt took out B-grade with 7411-63 and Brian Collins 90-22-68 was the best of the C-graders.

Wednesday’sscoring was tougher than usual with pin placements left over from the first round of the championships.

Brad Starughair (19) was the only one to play to his handicap with 36 stableford points to top B-grade, one ahead of Chris Martin (27).

In A-grade the winner was Marcus Ward (11)with 34 points, from Tony Carter (12) with 32.

ROMSEY

Dylan Harris led throughout to win Romsey Golf Club men’schampionship for the first time, and Darlene Baker scored another win in the women’schampionship.

The 54-hole championships concluded on Saturday with cold air,gusting wind, and soft fairways taking distance off almost every shot.

While some grades (scratch and nett) appeared to be almost sewn up, players lurking in the minor places felt they had an outside chance.

The wind and overnight dew affected the first few holes, and Harris was forced to recover from ordinary front nine to clinch victory

He finished with 75-82-82 –239 and also won the A-grade 54-hole handicap award.

Baker’srounds of 90-87-101– 278 kept the field at bay,with long marker Lorraine Robb the 54-hole handicap winner

Davey Kenney shot 268 to win the men’sB-grade stroke and handicap, while club president Anthony Lakey cared 300 to win the C-grade title; veteran John Freestone won the handicap award.

Saturday’s18-holes was won by Mitch Atlas with 79-6-76, on acountback from Mal Mottram 103-28-75, with Toby Clement and Scott Williams NTPs.

In perfect conditions on Wednesday, Robert McDonald (15) was the stableford winner with 34 points, two clear of Lakey (20).

The presentation of various awards took place at afunction on Saturday night.

TRENTHAM

On acold and windy Saturday five players bettered par

Colin Wilson (11) led the way with +3 in A-grade, from Alan Snowden on +1.

In B-grade Rob Ellis (17) won with +1, and C-grade went to Jack Conway WOODEND

The final of the TomSurtees 4BBB match play was an absolute classic on Saturday

Grant Davies and Ian Gilmour went head to head with Ann Roberts –Wayne Paterson with the latter pair prevailing 1-up.

In Saturday’sstableford TajWarren (7) blitzed the field of 50 to be the overall and A-grade winner with 39 points, from Eric Vosbergen (11) with 35.

Gaz Delaney (16) shone with 37 points to take out B-grade on acountback from Leigh Cecil (20).

LANCEFIELD

It was just awalk in the park for the trio of Greg (14), Luke (25) and Bert (15) Parks to win the J&A Riley Trophy on Saturday.Theyscored 58 in the threeperson ambrose, with Jason Byron (10),Todd Lambert (9) and Glen Holland (18) astrong second with 59.833.

Bev Beaumont (42) continued her good form in the women’smidweek stableford with 34 points, two clear of Di Brennan (25). Marlane Pattinson was the nine-hole winner with 15 points.

The handicapper has been kept busy recently dropping handicaps for some of the club’snewer members.

Legends stableford: James Whitford (9) 35 points, from Alfredo Dean (25) 34, and Graham Mau (15) 32.

Girls undefeated

With the cold weather well and truly set in, the Kyneton Maroon Under 14 girls’ team continue to impress, remaining undefeated and sitting fourth on the ladder after round five.

They defeated the Strathdale Nurse Sharks 2to0inaclose match that saw both teams goalless at half-time.

In the second half, Maddi inspired the team with abrilliant goal, followed closely by asecond goal three minutes later by Charlie T.

Charlie Fwas inspiring as goalie, stopping several balls from hitting the back of the net, keeping the Nurse Sharks goalless at the final whistle.

Kyneton’stwo new players, Gabbie and Lilly,had an amazing first game. With such agreat start to the season, the girls have awell-deserved bye next weekend. Go Rangers!

Good run for Cassar

In the space of afortnight Kyneton trainer Charles Cassar has saddled up three winners, the latest being long shot Tarshin at Wangaratta on Thursday

Cassar’sproperty at PIpers Creek has been apopular place for connections of Factually,Here With Me and Tarshin lately,, and they hope the present winning streak can continue.

Tarshin is athree-year-old filly,and her win on Thursday came on top of an impressive track galloper earlier in the week.

On revealed form, Tarshin was entitled to be at odds of $41,but she won like ahot favourite with in-form jockey Neil Farley bidding his time back in the field of the 1590m Maiden Plate, then surging home to win by 2.3 lengths. At her previous run at Echuca on May 3, Tarshin finished fourth, seven lengths behind the winner,but she appreciated the good track at Wangaratta.

The filly,originally sold for $70,000 at the TasmanianYearling Sales, is named after the trainer’shome town in the inner Harbour District of Malta.

Cassar has high hopes the filly will mature and develop into ahandy galloper and handle more distance.

He praised the large group of owners for their patience with Tarshin.

Six days earlier,Cassar won the Pepsi Max Plate over 2240m at Geelong with Here WithMe.

Having his 39th start, the six-year-old scored his third win, increasing stake earnings to $81,255.

Apprentice Ryan Houston had the ride on the $13 chance, who had not raced for five weeks, but won by 1.5 lengths on aheavy track.

Cassar’sthird winner this month came with Factually at Echuca on May 3.

Tarshin ridden by Neil Farley wins the Sportsbet Set ADeposit Limit Maiden Plate at Wangaratta. Photo: Jay Town/Racing Photos

Charlie Tinaction forKyneton.

J&A RileyTrophy winners for Lancefield –Greg, Luke and Bert Parks.

Bombers, Lionshead to head

Maldon played host to Harcourt in the local derby at Bill Woodfull Reserve in round six of the Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball League season last Saturday

The Dons made apromising start against the 2023 premiers kicking four goals to three in the opening term to lead by seven points at quarter-time.

However,the Lions roused from their slumber in the second term and slammed on another six goals to the Bombers’ two to turn the tables and snatch a21-point lead at half-time.

Maldon fought their way back into the contest in the third holding Harcourt to another three goals while kicking two of their own. But despite their best efforts the Lions had crept out to a25point at the final change.

Maldon continued to work hard in the last term pegging through a couple more goals. But Harcourt made the most of their opportunities and kicked another 4.4 to win by 40 points.

Harcourt 15.17 (107) to Maldon 10.7 (67).

Campbells Creek made the journey across to Natte Yallock Recreation Reserve to tackle Natte Bealiba last Saturday

Creek came to play in the first term and got an early goal on the board whilst keeping the Swans to just four for the opening term.

Natte led by 31 points at quarter-time.

Creek lifted in the second and fired through another three goals. But unfortunately Natte had all the answers kicking another six at the other end of the park to extend their advantage to 45 points at half-time

Despite avaliant effort by the Magpies in the second half the Swans ran away with the match slamming on another 12 goals to run out winners by aconvincing 123 points. The Swans now sit in second position behind the Lions.

Topfour side Trentham played host to Talbot. The Hawks dug in early kicking two goals to the Saints’ three and only trailed by nine points at quarter time.

Trentham booted another three in the second term, but Talbot found another two of their own to be down by 18 points at half time and still within striking distance.

The third term was areal arm wrestle with both sides fighting for an edge. Talbot kicked three goals to the Saints’ two to win the quarter but Trentham held onto 14 point lead at the final change.

Despite their best efforts the Hawks ran out of legs in the last quarter and Trentham powered home kicking 4.5 to 1.3 to claim victory by 34 points. Trentham 12.15 (87) to Talbot 8.5 (53).

In other matches, Carisbrook had a25-point win over adetermined Avoca, Maryborough Giants defeated Dunolly to the tune of 39 points and Lexton accounted for Navarre by 13. Newstead had the bye.

Netball

On the netball court the Maldon A-grade side 49 had agood win over Harcourt 34, Natte Bealiba 67 defeated Campbells Creek 18, Trentham 51 accounted for Talbot 35, Maryborough Giants 73 had a big win over Dunolly 17, Avoca 50 won anail biter over Carisbrook 48, Navarre vLexton –noresults. Newstead had the bye.

This weekend

In round seven matches this weekend, Trentham hosts Campbells Creek, Talbot welcomes top-of-the-table Harcourt, Lexton versus Newstead fresh from the week’srest, Avoca hosts Navarre, Dunolly takes on Natte Bealiba and Maryborough Giants versus Carisbrook. Maldon has the bye.

Vereker to make SuperUtes debut

Kyneton’sBrad Vereker will make his debut in the TyrepowerV8SuperUtes at round two in Darwin next month (June 14-16).

With eyes on afull-time drive for 2025, Vereker will take the wheel of the #96 Mitsubishi Triton campaigned last year by Jaiden Maggs.

Vereker has been astandout in Hyundai Excel racing in recent years, winning the Masters Champion title at the 2022 Nationals, and has 10 race wins, six pole positions, numerous fastest laps and round victories to his credit.

Securing technical support from Sieders Racing Team, the 37-year-old said he’s been wanting to be part of the series for some time.

“I’ve been keen to get into aV8SuperUte for the past 12 months to be honest,” he said.

“It’sexciting, highly professional, with great racing and really good value for money for sponsorship exposure at anational level.

“I only started racing cars three years ago in the Excel Series but Iwanted to take astepup. V8 SuperUtes has some really talented drivers and teams so I’m looking forward to learning as fast as Ican against some of the best drivers in the country

“Testing at Sydney Motorsport Park went

well. Luke [Sieders] and the team made me feel very welcome and comfortable in the car.Wehad both rain and dry running, and I was happy with my speed with limited laps.”

With asix-round calendar that started at the Bathurst 500 in February,it’sbeen a long break between rounds for the Tyrepower V8 SuperUtes, as the category anticipates being part of the betr Darwin Triple Crown at Hidden Valley Raceway as support to the Repco Supercars Championship.

“I’ve never raced at Darwin but attended the event in 2022 as aspectator and it is one of the best events on the Supercars calendar,” Vereker said.

“Can’t wait to get up there and make the most of not just being acompetitor but it’s my opportunity to really settle into the V8 SuperUte style of racing and start working towards adrive next year.”

Vereker would like thank current local sponsors: Prendergast Earthmoving, Boyers Excavations, AGI Windows, Vereker Bros Smash Repairs, and Tyrepower Kyneton.

Vereker is now seeking sponsorship for the June event. Anyone interested in supporting his journey can contact him on: 0447 920 155.

All races will be broadcast on FoxSports, Kayo and Seven.

Kyneton’s Brad Vereker will make his debut in the Tyrepower V8 SuperUtes next month.

The Maldon midfielders close in on aHarcourt opponent as the ball sails over the pack.

Photo: Max Lesser

Harcourt netballer

Suzie Rinaldi attempts to get apass off to her teammate. Photo: Max Lesser

Treble to Gisborne

Gisborne footballers had no trouble winning their three Bendigo League matches on Saturday

The Bulldogs travelled north to Canterbury to play finals contender Eaglehawk. By half-time in the main match Gisborne had established alead of 33 points, and the second half was largely goal for goal.

Gisborne finished up with a14.13 (97) to 9.8 (62 victory

Once again Brad Bernacki produced a superlative display with many possessions put to advantage.

Harry Luxmoore (four goals), key ruckman Braidon Blake, defender Zac Vescovi, Liam Spear and Macklin Lord were also in the 'best' list.

Coach Brad Waters has agenuine premiership prospect under his control on form displayed so far

Gisborne Under18s completely outplayed Eaglehawk in the opening match, winning 17.8 (110) to 1.5 (11).

The Reserves encounter was much closer,with Gisborne 10.6 (66) beating the Hawks 3.7 (25).

Newcoach

Gisborne Football Netball Club has signed avery well credentialed all-round sportsperson as senior coach for its women’sfootball team next season.

The announcement that Bernadette ‘Bernie’ Marantelli is looking forward to becoming apart of the Gisborne community and beginning ajourney with the senior women’sfootball squad was made late last week.

Bernie began playing football in 1983, scoring 11 goals in her first match.

She went on to play in nine premiership sides, win two league best and fairest and several club best and fairests.

Bernie also represented Victoria as aplayer and coach and umpired in the Western Region Football League as a boundary umpire.

Very versatile, she ran professionally for 10 years, winning several races including the women’sStawell Gift in 1990, and the women’s400 metres at Stawell in 1997.

She also represented Victoria and played in touch football premiership sides.

Her coaching portfolio includes time at the Scorpions, Melbourne Uni, St Albans and the Victorian state side, as well as a year mentoring Williamstown in the VFL.

More recently,she coached Strathmore division 1women’sside in the Essendon District Football League building up to apremiership in 2022. and promotion to the Premier Division.

Good forFalcons!

The Mt Alexander Falcons are excited to be part of the Toyota Good for Footy Raffle for the first time in 2024 and encourage supporters to grab themselves aticket or two and go in the draw to win while supporting the local club.

Mt Alexander Falcons Women's Sports Club gets to keep 100 per cent of proceeds, and you’ll go in the draw to win more than $290,000 of prizes, including three brand-new Toyotas.

Falcs assistant coach Nicole Lord said they were excited to be part of the amazing initiative by Toyota, which supported so many grassroots clubs.

"The club set alow target for the first year as we weren't sure how we would go and we have had to increase it –asa club with asmall but dedicated following we wanted to see how the raffle could help to contribute to fundraising for the club –we have been blown away by the support so far!" Nicole said.

"Wereally want to use the money to ensure we have quality equipment to support the teams and programs.

"Without ahome ground we have to pay/book ovals for training and playing.

"At times it is hard to find facilities available that can meet our needs and we get shuffled around abit.

"Wealso want to use funds to continue to develop stafftoprovide aculturally safe environment for players and stakeholders.

"Wewant to ensure that the club remains safe and inclusive for all women and gender diverse players and supporters.

"Grassroots footy with Mt Alexander Falcons is about community,inclusion, safety,fun and fairnessand we do agreat job," the assistant coach said.

"By empowering women and genderdiverse people to playand be apartofthe club we have developed astrong culture that people want to be apart of. That's why Iamhere –the footy is abonus!"

Money and volunteers are always necessary to keep aclub going and with the Mt Alexander Falcons expanding and the work they do in local community programs support, such as the outreach program for women at Tarrengower Prison, this is aclub punching above its weight and expectations.

"I love beinga part ofthe Falcons and Ihope this raffle delivers somemore

Netball round-up

There were some very interesting results across the grades in the sixth round of Riddell District netball on Saturday

In A-grade, Wallan remained in top spot with a57-43 victory over reigning premier Woodend-Hesket, the Hawks not being at full strength.

Second-placed Riddell had to work hard to hold offMelton Centrals 51-48 in ahigh scoring encounter at Bomberland.

Much-improved Lancefield stayed in contention with an upset 33-27 margin against third-placed Romsey.Umpires called the game offwith just under nine minutes left on the clock.

Macedon improved with a37-30 victory at Kyneton.

Current positions: Wallan 20 points, Riddell 18, Romsey 14,Woodend-Hesket 12, Lancefield 12, Kyneton 12, Macedon 12, Melton Centrals12, Diggers Rest 8.

In B-grade, the closest match of the round took place at Kyneton Showgrounds.

Kyneton managed to prevail 41-40 in athriller against Macedon.

The other matches in B-grade were decided by wide margins –Riddell 69dMelton Centrals 36, Lancefield 67 d Romsey 47, and Woodend-Hesket 52 defeated Wallan 28.

C-grade: Macedon 44 dKyneton 7, Lancefield 45dRomsey 25, Riddell 41 dMelton Centrals 30, Woodend-Hesket 37 dWallan 16.

19&Under: Romsey 40 dLancefield 19, Kyneton 20 d Macedon 10, Melton Centrals 21 dRiddell 12, Wallan 44 d Woodend-Hesket 19.

money to the club to ease some ofthe pressures of running aclub," Nicole said. The Falcons had already raised $1625 at the time of going to press. Grab your ticket today from as little as$5at toyotagoodforfooty.raffletix.com.au/ mtalexanderfalcons

Reconciliation Week Training Session

Mt Alexander Falcons’ players, family, friendsand local mob are alsoinvited to come along to Mt Alexander Falcons’ Reconciliation Week trainingsession on Monday May 27 for agame of Marngrook led by Gunditjamara, Keerray Woorroong, Djap Wurrung woman Sissy Austin. Wear your runners and test yourskills. See/feel where footy began. The roots of our great game come from Marngrook and now more than ever we need to make sure we understand our history.The training session will kick offat6.15pm and run through until 8.30pm.

All are welcome! Come and play or watch. Throw in agold coin donation for a barbecue dinner provided by Rotary.The money will raise funds for the Falcons and purchase some football equipment for the Nalderun Meeting Place.

Eleven in squad

There are 11 Gisborne footballers in the Bendigo League's training squad for the interleague match against the Victorian Amateur Football Association.

The match is to take place at Elsternwick Park, Brighton, on Saturday,July 6.

The inclusion of 11 Gisborne players is indicative of the superb winning form of the Bulldogs since anarrow opening round loss to unbeaten ladder leader Sandhurst.

Gisborne players selected in the 61-player squad are:

Brad Bernacki

Harry Luxmoore

Jack Scanlon

Flynn Lakey

Jack Reaper

Braidon Blake

Pat McKenna

Jed Denahy

Jackson Cardillo

Zac Denahy Zac Vescovi Castlemaine has five players in the training squad: Michael Hartley Kalan Huntly

Bailey Henderson Archie Rixon

John Watson

Training takesplace in late June prior tothe announcement of a22-member final squad.

The BFNL's seniorinterleague coach, AshConnick, said selectors were pleased with the squad and thankful for the number of players who had made themselves available for representative selection.

"In selecting the training squad, the coaching panel has attempted to cover all bases as a lot can happen between now and game day," Connick said.

Nine players, one from each club, form a'Futures Squad'. They were nominated by their club coaches.

Luxmoore and Rixon are the reps from Gisborne and Castlemaine.

The Mt Alexander Falcons 2024 leadership group (L-R) Nicole (assistant coach) Soph, Mez, Jesse (c), Tadpole (c), Emily, Bonnie, and Cheez (coach) encourage supporters to get behind their Toyota Good for Footy and Reconciliation Week initiatives.

It’sa draw!

Fresh life was injected into the 2024 Riddell District women'sfootball competition whenKyneton and Macedon played adraw on Saturday night.

Previously unbeaten all last season and so far this season, Kyneton'simpressive winning streak ended.

Overall, the match at the Showgrounds was played in great spirit, with both teams givingtheir all, and the tied score seemed asomewhat fitting result between the two current bestsides in the competition.

Played in icy conditions, the well contested match took place with both clubs keen to produce their best.

Captain Teagan Ainslie starred again for the Tigers, working hard with Belinda Hateley in the ruck.

Elisa Coutts debuted for Kyneton with aweek offfrom the Pioneers and had an impact around the stoppages.

The lead changed several times, and Charlotte Noon's three first half goals gave the Cats alead of eight points at the long interval.

Kyneton coach Phil Hawkes made positional moves to bolster the defence, and this kept Macedon goal-less in the second half.

Twogoals to Roberts in the second half lifted Kyneton'shopes.

By siren time it was Kyneton 5.2 (32) drew with Macedon 4.8 (32).

Goals (K) –L.Roberts 2, R. Williams, Harrrison, Bennett.

Best –T.Ainslie, B. Hateley,E.Coutts, E.Blume, Roberts, Williams.

Goals (M) –C.Noonan 3, A. Cairney

Best –S.Parker,S.Jones, R. Watts, R. Shepherd, Noonan, S. Miles.

LANCEFIELD'S FIRST WIN

History was made on Friday night at Romsey when the recently formed Lancefield team scored its firstvictory

There was huge excitement in the Tigers' camp as their players persisted and worked their way to a3.7 (25) to 1.2 (8) margin.

The first half was very even, and Lancefield then gradually seized overall control.

From humble beginnings, with only afew players at training, the side has grown in confidence under coach Chris Clifton and assistant Cash Ferguson.

The words 'courage', 'determination' and 'teamwork'

are the key words adopted by the Tigers in their sense of unity

This victory is expected to generate more resolve, and the inclusion of some netballer/footballers has given the side more depth.

Goals for the Tigers came from Emma Hensley 2, Meridith Johnson, and Paris Keogh-Beacon.

Best

In the remaining women'smatch at the weekend, Mount Alexander Falcons scored agoal in each quarter at Hepburn.

The Falcons accounted for Melton 4.3 (27) to 1.3 (9) for their second win this season.

League’sgreatest rivalry

It was abig occasion at the weekend as Romsey Football Netball Club celebrated its great achievement of 150 years.

Lancefield FNC has been locking horns with its great rivals since 1879; even then the matches between the two great foes drew large crowds.

Articles of the day expressed the wish that the players would keep their tempers and play friendly.There waslittle chance of that.

The report of the game in 1879 describes the 'anger,passions and unpleasantness' of the game.

There was adispute between the two sides about the last goal that led to some unpleasantness that continued on after the game had finished.

Prior to the game there was aproposal to amalgamate the two teams for a one-offgame against Kyneton or Kilmore, but such was the bitterness between the club that the thought of playing together was too much to bear and the match was cancelled.

It was just the beginning. Rivalry between the cross-town rivals was such that things actually got worse.

Huge crowds attended each clash as the stories of the great rivalry spread.

Areport in 1901 suggests that unless the games between Lancefield and Romsey can be played in 'a more friendly spirit' then the games should be discontinued as 'football will be brought into disrepute, and very properly so too'.

Perhaps they should have been discontinued because it appears things only got worse. In a1907 game reports describe barrackers roaming all over the playing ground and turning into hordes of hoodlums as they brushed among the players shouting and yelling.

In their return match the next month, Lancefield refused to attend unless security was present.

Romsey refused to pay for it so Lancefield held awhip around to pay for mounted police to attend the game.

It'shard to imagine things getting any

150th asell out

Romsey Football Netball Club'sspecial 150th celebration function was asell out on Saturday

There were about 130 seated at the official luncheon, and long-serving Redbacks' secretary Joanne Carroll said later the celebration had gone well.

President Wayne Milburn welcomed all to the special function, and specially thanked chief organiser Lindy Skinner for her research and expertise in bringing the day together

The RFNC has aproud history,and the committee is excited and proud to be celebrating its 150 years of existence as aclub.

Acknowledgement was made of all past and present players, coaches, committee and supporters going back generations.

Special guest speakers added to the atmosphere.

Avariety of old memorabilia and photographs attracted considerable interest.

Lancefield Football Netball Club was thanked for support and participation. Celebrations went on until well into the evening.

worse but when the Romsey goal umpire simply refused to signal aLancefield goal it set everyone off.

The mood between the teams is best summed up in areport of 1910 stating that 'this club bears not an atom of friendship towards the Lancefield club'.

The hatred goes on for generations; the report of the 1945 bloodbath must rank as one of the most incredible pieces of football journalism ever written.

It describes the 'fisticuffs and free use of boots', Bruce Waller being taken to hospital after receiving 'undue attention', brawls broke out all over the ground before asupporter who saw his brother punched jumped the fence and belted the offending player with what was described as being a 'good washer woman'sswing'.

At this point police took over the game and the supporter,having been removed from the oval, is given ajumper and takes the place of the absent Waller on the field!

Aletter to the editor from the Romsey captain lists all the players on his side that

were knocked out. Umpire W. Edwards is described as having done 'a splendid job'.

Youhave towonder after the day if he ever did another game?

Carlton and Collingwood are left looking like kissing cousins next tothesetwo. Thankfully relations have improved greatly between these two clubs but it's still the great traditional clash in the RDFNL.

These games are marked in everyone's calendar when the fixture is released at the start of the year,but today'sgme has an extraelement in it with our great rivals, Romsey,celebrating its 150th anniversary

All at the Lancefield Football Netball Club pay tribute to Romsey on this great achievement.

Not just everyone at the club today but also the generations that have come before to get the club where it is today

There'sno-one Lancefield would rather beat but at the same time there is no-one they would miss more if Romsey weren't around.

Aspecial occasion: Romsey Football Netball Club captains (from left) Nicole Steward –women’s football, Lauren Anglin –A-grade netball, and Nathan Blair –senior football are pictured in the distinctive 150th year uniforms worn by the club’s teams at the weekend.

were Emily Baldwin, Johnson, Lou Napolitano, Lil Waters, Tash Ross-Harris and Ursula van Dyk.

Happy Tigers: The history-making Lancefield women’s side pictured after the match atRomsey.

Bill West

Aconfidence-boosting five goals in the second quarter gave Macedon footballers an edge over aKyneton side that struggled to mount sustained attacks on Saturday It was an important fixture for both sides at Kyneton Showgrounds, and Cats’ coach Al Meldrum was entitled to be pleased with his side’sperformance in the low-scoring encounter

Lapses that proved costly for the Cats in earlier matches were largely eliminated, and the side’sability to ensure the contest became astalemate in the second half was vital.

Kyneton expended effort but five goals was not enough to excite supporters who are looking to see some matchwinning performances from the Tigers.

Adominant goalkicker like last season’sstar Cameron Manuel would be very welcome for aside with plenty of young players who can hopefully become more consistent.

It’sa final five this season in the Riddell League, and there’ssufficient evidence to mount of case for Riddell, Diggers Rest, Wallan and Romsey to end up in the finals.

“They (Macedon) have alot of very good players and we know there’sa fierce rivalry,” Kyneton playing coach Ethan Foreman said in the lead-up to the match.

In the first quarter both sides battled for supremacy,and the outcome was amiserable 0.3 apiece.

Meldrum was pleased to have proven goalkicker Jason Cooke back after missing two matches through injury Cooke finished with three goals and is an essential component for the Cats.

Matthew Dick’squality ball use was on show,and when he plays well the side can be inspired.

Catsshut

At the halfway mark the Cats led 5.5 to 1.8, and the second half became awar of attrition.

Macedon was happy to retain the ball and eat up time, with the final margin 15 points –8.8 to 5.9.

Ethan Turner,Caleb Fisher,James Gaffand Brady Muir (two goals) were listed as the Tigers’ best.

Not the most inspiring match, but one where both sides will look forward to this Saturday –Macedon goes to Lancefield and Kyneton to unfamiliar Melton Centrals territory

Earlier in the day,Kyneton Reserves took control in the third term to end up with a8.5 to 5.4 victory

In contrast, Macedon Under 19.5s prevailed 8.9 to 6.5.

The real excitement came in the evening session, where the Kyneton versus Macedon women’smatch ended up in atie, finally ending the Kyneton side’swinning run in the Riddell League.

ROMSEY’S 150th CELEBRATIONS

Romsey’ssenior side bounced back from losing at Riddell to outclass Lancefield by 73 points on aday when the Redbacks celebrated 150 years of football.

The rivalry between Romsey and Lancefield is legendary,and both clubs had successes at the weekend.

Saturday night’sspecial function at Romsey ensure the 150 years by the highly successful club was emphatically celebrated.

On the field, the Redbacks simply had too much class for the Lancefield Tigers who have had abad run with injuries.

The home side led by six goals at half-time, and continued on to amemorable 14.11(95) to 2.10 (22) victory

The talented Corey Pertzel, Connor Bills and captain

Nathan Blair were best for the Redbacks, and Rhys Barber, Riley O’Meara and Jack Dalgleish did well for the Tigers.

In the Reserves, Nathan Hoy extended his lead in the goalkicking with eight majors as the home side won by 112 points.

Lancefield U19.5s fully extended Romsey,with the Redbacks eventually winning by 13 points.

RIDDELL OMINOUS

For the first time this season, Riddell dominated proceedings throughout bybeating Romsey by 50 points in round five, and the pattern continued at Bomberland on Saturday

Riddell welcomed back the irrepressible Dylan Tarczon from injury against Melton Centrals, and he finished with three goals as well as providing motivation for teammates.

The Bombers won every quarter,and Jacob Chahine –another recruit from Rupertswood –finished with five goals.

Final scores were 14.15 (99) to 5.7 (37).

Riddell coach Aaron Bray is looking forward to the big clash at Diggers Rest this Saturday

HAWKS WELL BEATEN

Struggling for consistency,Woodend-Hesket wentdown by 58 points to aconfident Wallan combination at Gilbert Gordon Reserve.

The Magpies had too many in-form players, with Reuben Rode showing his ‘best’ for the RDFNL against Southern League was no fluke.

Wallan lifted percentage with the 16.9 to 6.11victory, and the Hawks now face atough assignment at home to Romsey

#See details of RDFNL matches on Football Results page.

Young Macedon star Brad Cooke in action

Words&Ideas

Testingtheories of consciousness

Saturday8th June10.30am

As machines increasingly match the capabilities of humans, it’snever been more challengingtodescribethe natureofconsciousness. Elizabeth Finkel hostsa panelwhose membersare all globally recognized leaders in this field: Philosopher Jakob Hohwy,Psychologist Olivia Carter,Computational neuroscientist Adeel Razi & Computational neuroscientist NaoTsuchiya

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Hope Renewed Nat BartschQuartet

Monday12th June 2.00pm

Pianist &composer Nat Bartschpresents Hope Renewed: ajazz/post rock reinterpretation of herARIA-nominated classical album Hope FeaturingRobbie Melville (guitar), Tamara Murphy(double bass) andMaddison Carter (drums).

SomeofAustralia’s most accomplished writers, journalists andacademics descend on theMacedon Ranges forthe WoodendWinter Arts Festival fordiscussions on topics that impactour country andthe world.

Proof:Elizabeth Finkel

Sunday9th June1.00pm

In the17thcentury, the scientific revolution gave us asolid foundation forhow to build knowledge. Elizabeth Finkel’sbook ‘Proof reveals thescientific method in action in the21st century. Finkel’s message is that therehas neverbeen amoreimportant moment forthe public to learn about thescientific method.

Tennis, Termites and Turmoil: An exploration of warand peace

Sunday9th June, 10.30am

PeterDoherty’s latest book (2022) ‘EmpireWar Tennis and Me’uses his family storytoexploreideas about warand peace, with particular referencetothe Pacific conflictof 1942–5 that so threatenedAustralia.

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Howdowebuild abridge between the twointhe 21st century when our cosmopolitan capitals andparochial regional towns andcountryareas have neverbeenfurther apartinterms of age, ethnic make-up,incomeand cultural outlook?

TheShortest History of Music:Andrew Ford

Saturday8th June, 5.00pm

From lullabies to concerthalls, corroborees to streaming services, what has music meant to humans at

and in different places? An interview by our Festival Director Jacky Ogeil, this session is suretobe entertainingand engaging.

Sex, Science &Singing

Monday10thJune, 1.00pm

Evolutionarygeneticist and singer Professor JennyGraves will be interviewedbyABC ScienceShow personalityRobyn Williams on her career sortingout the genes and chromosomes that determine sex, andher recent conception, writingand performingofanew oratorio that tells the creation storyfromscience.

A 6 B 3 C 2 F 650m2

View Saturday 25th May

10:15am-10:45am

ForSale $680,000-$720,000 Web rh.com.au/kyneton

21 Beauchamp Street, Kyneton

Recently Renovated Home and Unit

•North facing neat brick veneer home and unit that has been recently renovated with new flooring, lighting, anew kitchen, and bathroom, windows are doubleglazed, andanew roof and paint throughout. Boasting aseparatethreebedroom unit with akitchen/meals area, shower,vanity, toilet, and aseparate lounge.

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

A 4 B 2 C 8 E 1

View Saturday 25th May 11:45am-12:15pm

ForSale $1,250,000 -$1,350,000 Web rh.com.au/kyneton

8Sanctuary Drive, Kyneton

SANCTUARYLIVING on 1440m2

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

•Brick exterior and timber flooring throughout. The interior features a spacious family andliving room, dining room, and kitchen. Triplegaragefor car accommodation and internal access. Doublecarport suitablefor caravan and boat plus another shed or work shop. Locatedina peaceful neighbourhood, with easyaccess to the freeway and nearby schools, parks &medical services.

A 3 B 1 C 2 F 2336m2

View Saturday 25th May 2:00pm-2:30pm

ForSale $580,000 -$620,000 Web rh.com.au/kyneton

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

rh.com.au/kyneton

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57 OldFordRoad, Redesdale

COME &BREATHE THE COUNTRYAIR

•Lovelylandscaped 2336m2 allotment on the banks of the Campaspe river

Recently renovated and perfectly presented. Three generous bedrooms & awellappointed kitchen. Acharming country-side retreat with afull-length front verandah. ClosetoLakeEppaloch, Heathcote, Kyneton and surrounds.

A 3 B 2 C 1

View Saturday 25th May 12:00pm-12:30pm

ForSale $760,000 -$790,000 Web rh.com.au/kyneton

Cherie Graf 0407823 686 cherie.graf@gisborne.rh.com.au

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23DSomerville Lane, Riddells Creek

Ideal Blend of Convenienceand Location

•This meticulouslymaintainedsinglestorey townhouse, epitomizes comfortable living with its well-thought-out design and array of features.Boasting three generouslysized bedrooms and two bathrooms, including an ensuitein the master bedroom, this residence is perfectlysuited forcouples, small families, or thoseseeking alowmaintenancelifestyle.