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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2020
In Our Schools Care at Alex. PS
■ Before and after school care has begun at Alexandra Primary School. Hayley Furlong heads up Busy Bees Family Day Care which still has spots available for this year as well as next year. The program runs out of the Multi Purpose Room and Hayley provides everything that children will need. The before and after school childcare is run through the Murrindindi Shire Council under the Family Day Care Australia banner. - Alexandra Primary School
At Middle Kinglake
■ Library and Music classes have begun for 2020 at Middle Kinglake Primary School. In library pupils read the picture story book, Chalk Boy, about a pavement artist in Melbourne. Students did their own pavement art at the back of the school before it rained. - Middle Kinglake Primary School
Chaplain sought
■ Sacred Heart Primary School is seeking a highly competent part-time, fixed term (up to two days per week) Chaplain to help provide pastoral care. The Chaplain is required to fulfil the mission of the school in developing students who are caring and compassionate. Please contact the school office on 5797 2723 or email principal@shyea. catholic.edu.au to register interest in the position. - Sacred Heart Primary School, Yea
Learning Hive
■ The ‘Learning Hive’ school readiness program was explained to parents at a session held at St Mary’s Primary School, Whittlesea, last Thursday (Feb. 6). Approaches used during the sessions were explained. - St Mary’s School, Whittlesea
Fuel purchases
■ Parents who buy fuel at United Petroleum, Kinglake, can help fund raising at Kinglake West Primary School. Parents are asked to register in the UpCommunity program. Once parents receive their card in the mail, they save 2 cents per litre on fuel and United donate 2 cents per litre to the school. - Kinglake West Primary School
Percussion time
■ Students at Christmas Hills Primary School made their own percussion instruments in their music lessons in the first week of term for 2020. Students were also taught to read in three different ways; by reading the words, using the pictures and retelling stories they have heard before. - Christmas Hills Primary School
Autism support
■ A Parent Support Group for children with autism is active at Hurtsbridge Primary School. The group is for parents and carers of children aged 12 or younger, on the autism spectrum. First session for the term is on Monday (Feb. 17), from 10am-11.15am at the Hurstbriudge Hub, Graysharpes Rd, Hurstbridge. - Hurstbridge Primary School
TRIBUTES TO JOHN CAIN ■ Citizens and politicans of all political persuasions throughout the North-East have joined in paying tribute to former Victorian Premier John Cain who died at age 88. Cindy McLeish, MLA for Eildon (Liberal), spoke in the condolence session held in State Parliament on Tuesday last week (Feb. 4): “It is clear that John Cain was a very decent and hardworking man throughout all stages of his life, Ms McLeish said. “He had many loves: his family, politics, the law, his sport—including his own fitness. He particularly loved his Dunlop Volleys, which I understand he jogged in for decades. “All of John’s loves remained lifelong passions for him. He was a well-educated, intelligent man and a creature of habit. “I imagine that some of his movements would create issues for security these days as we look very carefully at how politicians interact in the localities where they are. “Growing up in a strong political family, with old-fashioned values and an understanding of public service, John genuinely wanted to help people and to make a positive difference. “He had his little suburban law practice in Preston, which took a time to take off and then it did. “But I think it was probably fate that he became our 41st Premier of Victoria, certainly following in the footsteps of his father, John Cain, Sr. “As I said, John was a very well educated man. He had a strong work ethic and the law behind him. I think all of the roles he treated with the appropriate seriousness, especially that of member of Parliament. “He had integrity throughout his career. He focused on social justice elements and he embarked on a number of what we could call progressive projects, particularly around equality for women. “There was a mood of change at the Melbourne Cricket Club, with many women holding ladies tickets pushing for change. “I think this was a great impetus for John to make those changes, and to have women not only able to be members of the Melbourne Cricket Club but also to have the white line experience at the Victoria Racing Club at Flemington, which also saw some changes. “He was instrumental in the move of the Australian Open from Kooyong to, I think, Flinders Park at the time. “There was a time when Mulgrave was thought to be the future demographic centre of Melbourne. The VFL, in their wisdom, were looking to redevelop VFL Park out there and to create a mega stadium which would cater for 157 000 people, which is well beyond the capacity of the MCG. “But John, as Premier, actually refused to approve the plans for the upgrade. Certainly it would have threatened the Melbourne Cricket Club’s right - and the ground’s - to host the grand final in coming years. “John made changes to the FOI laws. It is fair to say, I think, that they do not function today exactly as he envisaged. “He had a couple of more colourful achievements. He brought in nude beaches and legalised brothels, increased gambling and public drinking hours, extended retail shopping hours and encouraged night-life in Melbourne. “I met John only a couple of times, each time at an event associated with cricket, one of his favourite locations. “I found myself a couple of times actually seated next to him. He was very easy to chat to. “We often talked politics, books and FOI. He was somewhat amused when I told him
Local Briefs Stable Artists
■ The Stable Artists’ inaugural exhibition will be held at Eltham Library Community Gallery from tomorrow (Thurs., Feb. 13) to March 16. An official opening on will be held on Saturday (Feb. 15). The group works out of a repurposed stable in Kangaroo Ground and has long supported and collaborated. - Nillumbik Shire Council
T’rook Pool Party
■ The Volume Pool Party in Tallarook was rescheduled for last Saturday (Feb. 8), after being originally planned for the previous week. The event had to be postponed due to inclement weather. - Mitchell Shire Council ● Former Premier John Cain Photo: Ash Long that I was a very early beneficiary of the changes to the membership rules at the MCC and the VRC. “John was clearly very well read, and I discovered that one of the reasons he had time to read was that they were allowed to read books in the chamber. “This sounded a little bit odd. I tried to work out when that actually changed. We have been able to find the original standing orders from 1858, and standing order XXXI says: “No Member shall read any newspaper, book, or letter, in his place, unless in addressing the Chair. “If that was the original standing order in 1858, things certainly changed. The practices and customs became that it was not okay to read newspapers but it was to read books. “John almost sighed as he said, ‘Oh, yes, we could read books’, and that was something he certainly took the opportunity to do. “In 1982 the standing orders changed again and prohibited newspapers and books being read in the chamber. “Robert Clark was able to point me to the 1982 standing orders with those changes. He just happened to have them on hand and could text me within 10 minutes with the relevant section. “Whilst John’s time in Parliament may not have ended how he would have liked it to, his pursuit to continue to serve the people and communities of Victoria and of course sport did not change. “His life post politics saw him become a Melbourne Cricket Ground trustee and an honorary life member of the Melbourne and Olympic Parks Trust. “His reputation in these fields was that he was sensible and easy to deal with. “One of the words that kept popping up about John Cain from those who knew him was ‘integrity’. He was very keen to separate his personal expenses from his work expenses. He was very tight with biscuits in his office, and at one point he claimed $15.13 over two financial years for biscuits for his office. “He kept stamps in his office for his personal mail so that he did not mix up work and personal matters. “But he was also quite firm in his belief about accepting gifts. He had a little bit of an issue at one time where a box of French champagne arrived at the office, courtesy of Sir Peter Abeles. Turn To Page 39
Toolangi Op Shop
■ The Toolangi Op Shop will be running soon. Organisers are looking for volunteers who are interested in helping run the shop during proposed opening hours: Mondays and Tuesdays 10am to 1pm, Saturdays 10am to 2pm, and the fourth Sunday of the month, 10am to 1pm. Email us tdchinc@bigpond.com or phone on 5962 9060. - Toolangi Castella District Community House
Vale ‘Mav’ Lloyd
■ The graveside service for Michael Robert ‘Mav’ Lloyd was held at Yea Cemetery on Friday (Feb. 7). Mr Lloyd was aged 58. He was son of Pauline and John (dec.), brother of John and Carol and Leigh, and father of Jemma. - McCormack Funeral Services
Farewell Norma
■ The funeral service of Norma Irene Hoare was scheduled to be offered in St Luke's Anglican Church Yea, at 2pm on Monday (Feb. 10). Following the service the cortege was arranged to proceed to Yea Cemetery, for burial. - Howard Squires Funerals
Valley Vicious
■ The second annual Valley Vicious Rett Awareness Cup is being held at the Healesville Sporting Complex on Febuary 29. The day includes an Allstar Netball game with stars from all over the Valley . - AFL Outer East
Community group
■ The Howqua/Macs Cove Community Group is looking to become incorporated. A meeting is being held at 10am on Saturday, March 7, at 26 Barnetts Rd, Howqua Inlet
Netball workshops
■ Defensive skills and building drills will be taught at AFL Outer East worskshops for netball coaches on Saturday, February 15 and Wednesday, March 4.
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Bushfires Fundraiser
● Sandra Sloan with entertainer Brendan Scott.
● Rosie and Erica Moffat at Ivanhoe Grammarians Masonic Lodge.
● Robert Pullin, Emmanuel and Gab Marabeliotakis at Thursday’s fundraiser.
● Haydn and Linda Gregson enjoy the dance floor at the fundraiser.
● Michael Holloway and Maurice Golden at Ivanhoe Grammarians Lodge.
● Ben Barsoum, Milton Tsaktsiras and Rahim Samat.
● Peta Thompson, John Blyth and Sue Young at Freemasons Ivalda.
● Sarah and Doug Golden of Flowerdale.
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Danielle Green salutes Cain
■ Yan Yean MLA Danielle Green (Labor) paid tribute to former Victorian Premier John Cain in State Parliament last week. “I take great pleasure in joining this magnificent debate on commending the life of an absolute Labor giant, John Cain,” Ms Green told the Legislative Assembly. “I have had some wonderful times reflecting on the time that I knew the longest serving Premier in Victoria since his passing and at the beautiful state service. “One of the great sayings I believe in is, ‘You can’t be what you can’t see’. I was 18 years and seven months old when the John Cain government was elected. “The member for Macedon and I just got to vote and unfortunately the Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change just missed out. “But not only did I get to vote, I saw a woman for the first time become a minister, and she was a minister from the north. That has created such a legacy. Pauline was of the north and John Cain was of the north. It was not only that, but John Cain was the first ever minister responsible for women’s affairs.
● Danielle Green, Yan Yean MLA
“I know that the Attorney-General said she sort of blanched at that, and I understand that, given that only a couple of years ago we had a Prime Minister—good Lord, in the 21st century—taking responsibility for that, and he was absolutely anti-women. “Well, John Cain was not anti-women; he was absolutely supportive of women. He and Pauline Toner had crafted that policy carefully. Him being responsible for women meant that together they were going to blow the winds of change throughout the state - and so they did. It was just amazing across the state: in the law, in schools, in training, in sport and overwhelmingly in the public service, as expressed by the Treasurer. “As someone who grew up in the regions— I have spent my life in the regions or in the north—that was the first time that anyone in government had taken notice of what happened outside Melbourne and that it was not just about agriculture. “Vale, John Cain. Thank you, Nancye. Thank you to his daughter and sons,” Ms Green said.
Fawcett raises $4000 for fires Jenny Biddle performs at community event
■ A fundraising event at Fawcett Hall featuring Jenny Biddle raised $4000 for the Victorian Bushfire Appeal. The event, held last Thursday (Feb. 6), was a sell-out event. Sam Hicks, president of the Fawcett Hall Committee of Management, thanked all who helped in staging the event, and raising the funds. This included Steve Paix, Harvesting the Feast, the Spring Creek Road Ladies, Walina Asian Food, Sedona Estate Wines, Little River Wines, Athlone Cottages and the Grant St Grocer. Ms Hicks also offered thanks to Marysville’s Cakes/Balangara Cottages, and local community members. She thanked local media representatives including The Local Paper, Alexandra Standard, Triangle News and UGFM radio. “To say I/we am proud of our collective efforts is an understatement and we all should be damn proud,” Ms Hicks said.
Local Briefs John Cain tributes From Page 37 Abeles, we know, was a confidant of Kerry Packer and Bob Hawke, and his gifts and generosity were very rarely refused. “John was insistent that the 12 bottles of bubbly be sent back—very insistent. But it actually caused a little bit of consternation in his office, because somebody had already popped the cork on one of the bottles. “His chief of staff had to race off and actually get a replacement bottle so that they could send back a full dozen to Sir Peter Abeles. “Now, John also, in keeping his personal matters quite separate from work, set up a blind trust. On one occasion when they were sharing a car, his manager of the blind trust mentioned to him about a dwelling that needed some attention. “John absolutely chastised him for raising this—it was a roof that was about to fall in—and he said, ‘I am not able to know that. Please do not raise this with me. Do not do that again’. “So he took these matters of personal integrity quite to heart. We know that when you appoint somebody to manage a blind trust you need to have somebody who can manage money and you need to have somebody who will look after your assets as if they were their own. “I remain continually amused that John appointed a Liberal to do that for him. “I would like to finish and place on the record my condolences to Nancye and his family. Your father certainly left a legacy in the state of Victoria,” Ms McLeish said.
Small business
■ Nillumbik Shire Council has joined the Small Business Friendly initiative. Developed by the Victorian Small Business Commission, the initiative aims to address issues experienced by small business owners by making it easier for them to start and grow their businesses. Nillumbik Mayor Cr Karen Egan and Chief Executive Officer Carl Cowie met Small Business Commissioner Judy O’Connell to sign the initiative’s charter at the Civic Centre in Greensborough on Tuesday last week (Feb. 4). The Shire has more than 6400 registered small businesses. - Nillumbik Shire Council
Yarra River survey
● There was a well-attended gathering at the Fawcett Hall. Photo: Sam Hicks.
No fireworks at W’sea Festival
● Fun at the Whittlesea Festival. Photo: Facebook.
■ Organisers of the Whittlesea Country Music Festival at A.F. Walker Reserve on Saturday (Feb. 9) made the politically-safe decision not to have fireworks. The Festival, smaller than in previous years when large numbers of acts performed during the day in Church St, attracted reasonable crowds from late afternoon. Entertainers included Gayle O’Neil, Luke Dickens, Jayne Denham and The Wolfe Brothers. Local observers questioned the wisdom of Whittlesea City Council supporting two events on the same day. An event at Laurimar nearby received promotion from the Council. David Wareham, of Yea, a fan, described the Whittlesea event as “awesome”. His favourite acts were Jayne Denham and the Wolfe Brothers. Peter Sharman said on social media: “One of the best shows I've been to so far. Can't wait for next year to see what is presented.” Jayne Denham told her fans that they were “a fantastic crowd”.
■ Have your say on the State Government’s draft Yarra Strategic Plan to restore and protect the Yarra River. Provide your feedback before the plan is finalised at www.imaginetheyarra. com.au
Youth Week grants
■ Victorian Youth Week, April 3-12, is a week-long celebration of young people aged 12 to 25. Nillumbik Shire Council is offering grants of up to $500 to support organisations running Youth Week events which celebrate the positive contributions young people make to their communities. Events taking place may include workshops, music, festivals, forums, art shows, film events, sport, dance and more. Grant applications close Sunday (Feb. 16). www.nillumbikyouth.vic. gov.au/youth-week
Summons issued
■ Jack Russell, of Francis St, Yea, says that he was served with a Summonsby Police on Sunday (Feb. 9), alleging trespass and refusing to leave a Murrindindi Shire Council meeting at the Yea Shire Hall in December. He will fight the charge at Seymour Court on March 12.
Black Spur closes
■ The Maroondah Hwy was closed on Sunday (Feb. 9) for emergency works.
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What’s On: local events this week WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12 2nd Wednesday
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16 3rd Sunday
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18 3rd Tuesday
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25 4th Tuesday
■ 12 Noon. Trivia and Afternoon Tea, Whittlesea Senior Citizens. Phone: John, 0433 160 016. ■ 12 Noon-3.30pm. Unfinished Objects (UFOs). Work on your PHD (Projects Half Done). Bring your colouring, knitting, painting and more. At Yea Pioneer Reserve. Phone: Yea Community House, 5797 3070. ■ 7pm-8pm. 1st Kinglake Cubs (7-11 years). At Kinglake Memorial Reserve.
■ Flowerdale Country Market. At Community Hall, Yea-Whittlesea Rd, Flowerdale New and used items. Phone: Alison, 5780 1223. (3rd Sunday) ■ 12 Noon. Cricket match. Panton Hill Cricket v Panton Hill Football. At A.E. Cracknett, preceding the Bushfire Benefit at Panton Hill Memorial Park. Phone: 0472 741 643. ■ 4pm. Bushfire Benefit. Entertainment by SCAT, Kate Dearaugo, Murphy’s Hardware, Joel Quinn Band, Black Cat Bone. $20 entry per adult. Food and drinks available. No BYO. All proceeds to fire affected. At Panton Hill Memorial Park. Phone: 0472 741 643.
Mernda. Phone: Julie Sutherland, 9714 8307. ■ 11am-2pm. Learn To Sew. $120/$100. Includes materials. Whittlesea Community House.
■ 10am-12 Noon. Glenburn Craft Club. Craft devotees practise all forms of craft. $2 per session. At Old School Hall, Melba Hwy, Glenburn. Phone: Maureen, 5797 8495. ■ 10am-12 Noon. Bringing Up Great Kids. 6-Week Program. At Orchard Road Community and Early Living Centre, 121 Orchard Rd, Doreen. Phone: 9404 8865. ■ 10.30am-12.3-pm. The Nanna’s Group. Doing things for charity. At Bridge Inn Hotel, Mernda. Phone: Julie Sutherland, 9714 8307. ■ 11am-2pm. Learn To Sew. $120/$100. Includes materials. Whittlesea Community House. ■ 7pm. Nillumbik Shire Council meeting. At Council Chambers, Civic Centre, Civic Drive, Greensborough. ■ 7pm. Yarra Ranges Shire Council. At Council Chamber, 15 Anderson St, Lilydale.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13 2nd Thursday ■ 9.30am-12 Noon. Introduction to Computers. $95/$85. Whittlesea Community House. Phone: 9716 3361.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14 2nd Friday ■ 10am-3pm. Whittleseamers. Variety of craft including patchwork, embroideries, crochet, knitting. Hall behind Christ Church, Whittlesea. Phone: Jenny, 9716 0079.
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■ 10am-3.30pm. A Day on the Gospel of St Matthew. St Luke’s Centre for Sprituality. Speaker: The Rev. Canon Dorothy Lee. Morning and afternoon tea provided. BYO lunch. Cost: $10 person. RSVP by Wed., Feb. 12. St Lake’s Anglican Parish Hall, Pelissier St, Yea. Phone: 0437 973 433. Email: anglicanyea@gmail.com
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17 3rd Monday ■ 5.30pm-7pm. Guided group meditation sessions. Instruction, discussion, meditation, practice. Led by Archie and Cynthia. $7 per session. At Yea Butter Factory, 13 Rattray St, Yea. Phone: 5797 3070. ■ 7pm. Mitchell Shire Council ordinary meeting. At Council Chamber, 113 High St, Broadford.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18 3rd Tuesday ■ 10am-12 Noon. Glenburn Craft Club. Craft devotees practise all forms of craft. $2 per session. At Old School Hall, Melba Hwy, Glenburn. Phone: Maureen, 5797 8495. • 10am-12 Noon. Bringing Up Great Kids. 6-Week Program. At Orchard Road Community and Early Living Centre, 121 Orchard Rd, Doreen. Phone: 9404 8865. • 10.30am-12.3-pm. The Nanna’s Group. Doing things for charity. At Bridge Inn Hotel,
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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 3rd Wednesday ■ 12 Noon-3.30pm. Unfinished Objects (UFOs). Work on your PHD (Projects Half Done). Bring your colouring, knitting, painting and more. At Yea Pioneer Reserve. Phone: Yea Community House, 5797 3070. ■ 1pm. Bingo and Afternoon Tea. Whittlesea Senior Citizens. Phone: John, 0433 160 016. ■ 7pm-8pm. 1st Kinglake Cubs (7-11 years). At Kinglake Memorial Reserve.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20 3rd Thursday
■ 10am-3pm. Whittleseamers. Variety of craft including patchwork, embroideries, crochet, knitting. Hall behind Christ Church, Whittlesea. Phone: Jenny, 9716 0079. ■ 7.45am-4pm. Control Traffic with Stop Slow Bat. $230 per person. At Whittlesea Community House.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22 4th Saturday ■ 10am-2pm. Walk Through Time. Cultural Heritage. Shane Monk, Taungurung Man walks and talks along Sunday Creek. Meet at Broadford Living and Learning Centre, 158-162 High St, Broadford. Phone: Snia Sharkey, 5734 6312. ■ 12 Noon. Birthday Card Making. Minimum of four attendees. $22 per person. At Yea Community House, 15 The Semi-Circle, Yea. Bookings: phone 5797 3070. Email: info@yeahouse.org.au
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■ 8am. Departure from Mill Park. (8.30am 4th Wednesday South Morang, 8.40am Mernda, 9am Whittlesea). Whittlesea Combined Pen- ■ 7.45am. Whittlesea Senior Citizens. sioners trip to Nagambie Lakes Leisure Park. Depart for Port Phillip Ferries, Portarlington Golf Club for lunch. Return at 4.30pm. Cruise on Goulburn River. ■ 9.30am-12 Noon. Introduction to Whittlesea Senior Citizens. 0433 160 016. Computers. $95/$85. Whittlesea Commu- ■ 12 Noon-3.30pm. Unfinished Objects (UFOs). Work on your PHD (Projects Half nity House. Phone: 9716 3361. ■ 6.30pm-8.30pm. Community Recog- Done). Bring your colouring, knitting, painting nition Night. At Bunnings Mernda. RSVP: Feb. and more. At Yea Pioneer Reserve. Phone: Yea 7 to Michelle or Chloe, 9216 2700, Community House, 5797 3070. ■ 6pm. Murrindindi Shire Council meetmerndaao@bunnings.com.au ■ 7pm-9pm. Thermo-Boost Session. At ing. At Alexandra. Yea Community House. Phone: Alison, 0401 ■ 7pm-8pm. 1st Kinglake Cubs (7-11 years). At Kinglake Memorial Reserve. 500 293. ■ 7.30pm. Albert Edward Lodge. Monthly Meeting. Guest Speaker: Sean FanTHURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27 ning, Access and Support Worker, Nexus Pri4th Thursday mary Health. Ay Alexandra Masonic Centre, Cnr Webster and Nihil Sts, Alexandra. Phone: ■ 9.30am-12 Noon. Introduction to Stuart Dale, phone 0448 902 262. Computers. $95/$85. Whittlesea Community House. Phone: 9716 3361. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21 ■ 6.30pm. Toolangi Community Planning Meeting. At C.J. Dennis Hall, Toolangi. 3rd Friday
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28 4th Friday ■ 7.45am-3pm. Construction Industry Induction Card. Get your White Card. $140 per person. Whittlesea Community House. ■ 10am-3pm. Whittleseamers. Variety of craft including patchwork, embroideries, crochet, knitting. Hall behind Christ Church, Whittlesea. Phone: Jenny, 9716 0079.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 29 5th Saturday ■ Vintage train to Pako Festival, Geelong, with Queenscliff option. Seymour Railway Heritage Centre. Phone: 0477 707 411. www.srhc.org.au ■ 10am-1pm. Nanna’s Makers Market. At Uniting Church Hall, 105 Schotters Rd, Mernda. Phone: Liz, 0425 862 978.
SUNDAY, MARCH 1 1st Sunday
■ Home Harvest Picnic. Celebration of home grown produce and local food. Edendale ■ Yea-St Patrick’s Picnic Races. Fashions Community Environment Park, Eltham. on the Field. Phone: Denis Smith, 0438 048 ■ 10am-4pm. Healthy and Active Ageing Expo. At Eltham High School. 178. ■ 4pm. Registration Day. Yarra Glen JunMONDAY, MARCH 2 ior Football Club. At Yarra Glen Showgrounds 1st Monday Reserve.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24 4th Monday ■ 5.30pm-7pm. Guided group meditation sessions. Instruction, discussion, meditation, practice. Led by Archie and Cynthia. $7 per session. At Yea Butter Factory, 13 Rattray St, Yea. Phone: 5797 3070.
■ 9.30am. General Meeting. Combined Probus Club of Whittlesea. At Whittlesea Bowls Club. First Mondays. ■ 4pm-8pm. Information Session. Nillumbik Shire Council Draft Economic Strategy. At Eltham Library, Panther Place, Eltham. ■ 5.30pm-7pm. Guided group meditation sessions. At Yea Butter Factory, 13 Rattray St, Yea. Phone: 5797 3070.