Meeniyan Newsletter | August 2023

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Meeniyan Community Plan and Vision

We have the draft ready for your comment, so please go onto the Meeniyan website and have a look at this document and see if you can suggest any improvements or alterations

We will need Champions to run with the ideas to make them happen so please come and support your town and make it the best town in Gippsland

to Live/Work/Play

We will have a few hard copies at IGA for you to look at if you don’t have a computer.

Our plan is to Pass this document at the AGM (15th August) with any alterations you have and then hope to Launch it to the public in October with perhaps a BBQ

MEENIYAN HALL COMMITTEE

Last month, Meeniyan Hall’s committee of management arranged for a few keen locals to do a tutorial with Lyrebird’s production engineer Mal Holt on how to operate the Hall’s sound and lighting gear. We’re running a 2nd tutorial with our trainee sound crew on 6th August and Mal Holt will be giving them some hands-on experience of mixing sound, to be ready for the Tavern Night at the Hall on 2 September 2023. With 9 acts already confirmed and sound and lighting production upgraded, this Tavern Night promises to be a fabulous gig.

If you want to talk to us about accessing or holding an event at the Hall, or you have ideas to improve the Hall’s usability, you’re warmly invited to our next committee meeting in the Supper Room at the back of the Hall on Wednesday 2nd August at 7:30pm. The committee welcomes new members.

If you can’t get to our next meeting, come down to the Hall on Sunday 6th August between 9:00am and 10:00am and meet Sarah for a chat.

Trulli Pantry specialises in local and imported goods. Sliced meats and cheeses, freshly baked croissants, bread and Danish, house made dinners to finish off at home, and a cellar to accompany any fine occasion.

Takeaway, or grab a table and a drink from the bar, and enjoy your pizzas under the Gippsland sky. Call Trulli to order and choose Takeaway. 5664 7397

Trulli Pantry : Thursday to Monday 9 to 4 pm

Trulli Outdoors : Friday 4 – late /Saturday 12-late / Sunday 12 – 4 pm

MEENIYAN RED CROSS

Over 70 people enjoyed the festivities at the Meeniyan Pub celebrating Christmas in July in true community spirit whilst raising funds for the Red Cross. Complete with Christmas tree, decorations, bon bons with bad jokes , delicious Christmas dinner with plum pudding, entertainment by Tarnya Wilson [ see photo], a Christmas trivia quiz and a magnificent raffle, it all made for a very happy and successful night. Many thanks go to the businesses that supported this event including BROWN WIGG, SCHEURS FARM , BERRYS CREEK

WORLD CHAMPION CHEESE, MEENIYAN IGA, MOO’S MEENIYAN & CATHERINE’S HAIR TECHNIQUES. Also thanks to Red Cross members and other community members who donated prizes. A total of over $1,700 was raised which was a fantastic effort. Thank you to Andrew Mackie who took on the role of auctioneer, Tarnya for her beautiful singing, and Greg and Gabi at the pub for their help, and support in organising the event. It truly was the community working together to help each other. Photos show Robyn and Dale Scott and Celia and Richard Sutterby enjoying the festivities. Thank you to everyone who supported the event.

The next meeting is Monday 14th August at the pub when members will enjoy lunch together

Established 1892

MEENIYAN TOWN TAVERN NIGHT

Saturday 2 September 2023 at 7.30pm (be seated by 7.15pm)

At Meeniyan Hall

Our MC, Raewyn Parnell, will introduce an eclectic line up of local artists.

3 KIDS ON STRINGS - Fin, Sol & Olive Paxton with Dad

Dave ALEX BALES -1st time for this teenage songwriter

CARRICK BARTER - returns with his accordion and wit

STONY 6 - always entertaining

LES HARMER - 1st time jazz performance

BENT NOTES - new name, familiar faces

TOM MURRAY WHITE - always a foot stomping blast

RECOVERY - first time for this talented duo with Debbie Paul & Glen Haw

SOUTH GIPPSLAND SINGERS - sublime harmonies

Our artists generously donate their time and performance to raise funds that are channeled back into the town of Meeniyan

We set up at 10am on the day and new help is always welcome. Many hands…..

$10 entry - BYO nibbles, drinks, glasses & cuppa

Bookings are necessary

Online Bookings Preferred at (BF)

https://www.ticketebo.com.au/meeniyantavernnight

Meeniyan Motel

P: +61 3 5664 0030

E: ifo@meeniyanmotel.com.au

119-129 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan, Victoria, Australia 3956

Friends of the Meeniyan Rec Reserve Bush

If you are interested in joining our Friends group our June working bees are on the second Tuesday 8 August and last Sunday 27 August at 10 am. Followed by coffee at one of Meeniyan’s cafes. We meet in the carpark behind the Meeniyan Football Club rooms. Look forward to seeing anyone interested in joining our group and helping in removing Pittosporum, holly and other weeds from the Recreation Reserve Bush.

If you would like further information please contact Robert on 0401 839 229

CHIT CHAT

Huge congratulations to Fay Sinclair who celebrated her 60th birthday, 9th July at son Brent’s catering premises in Leongatha with open house from 10am to 4 pm. A large number of Fay’s family and many friends, helped her celebrate and enjoyed the delicious food on a cold Sunday afternoon. Photos show Fay enjoying her special day.

Within 3 minutes drive from Meeniyan, Avonleigh Farm Fine Food offers Lunch, Deluxe Afternoon Tea and Dinner. Intimate, Unique, Indulgent.

Bookings essential. 03 56647264 Find us on Facebook

Meeniyan and District Historical Society Meetings [MaDHS]

Upcoming Lunch

MaDHS had a break from meeting in June and July, 2023. But on August 8th we will have a lunch at the Meeniyan Hotel (12-2pm).

Anyone interested in the Meeniyan community and its history are welcome. Please RSVP by August 1st to meeniyandistricthistory@gmail.com. We welcome new members and interested people to attend the lunch. You don’t need to have had experience with MaDHS previously, just come along with your ideas on historical activities and your questions about the local community. You can find examples of past work done by the Historical Society on the Meeniyan Community webpage: http:// www.meeniyan.org.au

There you will find links to the ‘Meeniyan Historic Walk’, ‘Meeniyan Historic Photos & Records’ and information about ‘Meeniyan and District Historical Society Inc’.

MEENIYAN PROGRESSASSOCIATION INC

TUESDAY 15TH AUGUST 6.30PM

Starting with Shared Dinner

Please bring either a main or dessert to share.

All positions vacant but people are happy to restand if no new nominations

EVERYONE WELCOME

Mid 1880's - Clearing timber, Tarwin River.

OBITUARY

LES SINGLETON

12TH AUGUST 1938 - 2ND JULY 2023

Local identity and Meeniyan resident for over 50 years Leslie John Singleton passed away 2nd July at the South Gippsland Hospital Foster. Known throughout South Gippsland over the years as a very reliable truck driver, Les was married to his wife Ellie for 61 years and was a great family man. Condolences are extended to Ellie, his daughters Tracy, Lisa, Robyn, Kerrie, Jody, son John, 27 grandchildren and his great grandchildren.

CHIT CHAT

Hairdresser Hannah is now working on Thursdays and Fridays alongside Sam at Catherine’s Hair Techniques. This takes some of the pressure off Sam who is doing such an amazing job whilst Cathy is still out of action because of her shoulder injury. Photo shows Hannah in action with a client.

Another new business in town ! Glenn Dundee has transferred his signwriting business South Gippy Signs from Venus Bay to Tompkins Rd in Meeniyan [ behind the pharmacy]. Already he has brightened up the Meeniyan Store with a new bright sign.

Welcome home to Francesco, Claudio and Jaxon Laera who recently returned from holidaying in Italy where they were visiting family. Italy is now experiencing a heatwave so it was a bit of a shock coming back to a South Gippsland winter.

MEENIYAN STICKERS

available at various shops throughout Meeniyan @ $1:00 ea.

Overnight and short stay accommodation in a spacious contemporary apartment, undercover car park and bicycle storage, 100 metres from the Great Southern Rail Trail.

1 B Royston Street, Meeniyan.

Short stays & weekend adventures

Easy booking on Airbnb

Email or text 0419 312 440

Email: rickysmeeniyan@gmail.com

Meeniyan Branch of the Country Women’s Association of Victoria

Meeniyan CWA meets on the 3rd Monday of each month, except July. Find us in the supper room of Meeniyan Hall for a 1pm start. Visitors and prospective new members always welcome. Follow us on facebook and Instagram for updates

cwavicmeeniyanbranch@gmail.com

MEENIYAN MEN’S SHED

The Shed continues to attract new members but there is always room for more. They continue to work on community projects but unfortunately the shed was broken into during July and some of the new power tools were take. How low can some people go ? The police are investigating. At the AGM Terry Ryan was re -elected as president, Doug Kuhne as secretary and Noel Owens as treasurer. For those people with wood fires, kindling is available at IGA Liquor.

MEENIYAN AREA COMMUNITY SHOP [MACS] AGM

TUESDAY 8TH AUGUST 8TH 10AM

SUPPER ROOM MEENIYAN HALL MORNING TEA PROVIDED. EVERYONE INVITED.

MEENIYAN GARDEN CLUB

Gardens are getting ready to wake up and already daffodils, jonquils and snowdrops are letting us know that spring isn’t far away. Gardeners are reaping the benefits of their winter veggies and citrus trees are loaded with fruit. The next gathering of this informal group will be Sunday 6th August at 10. 30am when fellow garden enthusiasts can enjoy a coffee and a chat. Meet at the Meeniyan Square.

Photo shows Noel Owens, Dudley Harrison and Mick Neal working on one of their projects

Meeniyan Singing Sessions

a very casual singing group led by Jane Coker fun - welcoming - easy songsgorgeous harmoniesno experience needed info jane.coker@bigpond.com

3rd Monday of the month at Meeniyan Hall 6pm $12 ($10 conc

MEENIYAN ART GALLERY INC [MAG]

After some very successful exhibitions, MAG will be closed for the month of August to give volunteers a rest and also to allow for annual maintenance including the painting of plinths and walls. A social evening for volunteers and partners was held in July as a ‘thank you’ for their wonderful contribution to keeping this amazing facility running in our small town. Guest speaker was Tony Parisi [see photo] from Art Connect South Gippsland who talked about the Arts Trail Open Studios event which will be held over two weekends in September and October. MAG will be participating in this event. More details in September.

CHIT CHAT

Alistair Simpkin is still recovering from an infection which hospitalised him and has left him still struggling and using a crutch. Like the trooper he is, he is back at work at the Meeniyan pub.

THANK YOU

Kevin Robinson would like to thank all of his many friends and acquaintances for their good wishes, phone calls and hospital visits during his latest hospital stay. Knowing that so many people cared helped with his recovery. It is so good to see Kevin down the street again bringing his good humour and cheery smile to everyone. He was certainly missed during has very long latest hospitalisation.

Welcome

The school recently appointed Kylie Mitchell to the role of Business Manager. Kylie is a highly credentialed replacement after years working in Administration. For the past 12 years she has been working at Foster Primary School as the Principal’s personal assistant/administration officer.

We welcome Kylie into our team and the MPS community. School

Concert

It’s that time of year, when students start singing and dancing in preparation for our annual school concert. This year’s event will be held on Wednesday 13th September in the Meeniyan town hall with both a matinee and evening performance. These performances are enjoyed by all who attend so keep your eye out for further details in the next few weeks.

What’s been happening around MPS…… Science experiments

Poetry readings from Year 5/6 students

Mathematics with 3/4S

ARRAYS

In 3/4S we’ve been learning about arrays. Arrays include columns, which go up and down, as well as rows, that go across. This week a maths session was used as a ‘find an array activity’. We went outside with iPads and a partner to find different arrays throughout the school. By

Alby and Sophie

There are actually three arrays here:

- 6 by 3

- 6 by 2

- 6 by 3

Arrays help us solve multiplication problems. By

Louie

Meeniyan Christian Fellowship News-August 2023.11��

��We welcome you to our weekly services held every Sunday at 10a.m. in the Old Youth Hall, McLeans Lane, Meeniyan. Each week we have Christian speakers from different churches or our own members, missionaries that we support when they are home or occasionally a D.V.D. Every third week we have a Worship/Communion service where we share in what God's doing in our lives and pray for and encourage each other and have a shared lunch afterwards. Kids church is held where they can learn about God through songs, stories and craft. Afterwards you are welcome to come and join us in fellowship for a cuppa and cake.☕️��

SERVICES THIS MONTH:

AUGUST 6TH...................Les Smith

AUGUST 13TH.................Peter and Jenny Sexton

AUGUST 20TH.................Worship/Communion

AUGUST 27TH.................Shelley Hermans.

OTHER ACTIVITIES :����

K.B.Y. (know your bible) Old Youth Hall, McLean's Lane, Meeniyan, held every Tuesday 10a.m. New study began last Tuesday 25th July, from the Old Testament, "Finding Treasure "in Christ. You don't have to be a churchgoer to come along and learn with a friendly group of ladies who enjoy studying and sharing together. For information phone Carol 0409 130 140 and after 16th August, Jacqui on 0447 455 198.

PRAYER MEETINGS ��are held every 2nd and 4th Sundays at 7-30p.m.( unless notified) at a venue to be decided. We meet together to pray for each other and the wider world concerns and to thank God for answered prayers.�� For info phone Neville on 0417 501 871.

LAST MONTH we held a meeting on Friday night to hear from a missionary that we support, Tim Daniel who runs a support group in Sri Lanka, Words of Worth, which helps Sri Lankan people in need. He was in Australia to raise much needed funds and treated us to a taste of a Sri Lankan meal before bringing us up to date with his work and the needs of his people,��❤☕️

CHRIST CENTRED................BIBLE BASED..............SPIRIT LED

CHIT CHAT

Congratulations to Audrey Goldsmith who will be celebrating her 90th birthday August 2nd with a small get-together of her close family. Have a lovely day, Audrey.

Agnes van Tiggelen has joined the increasing number of local octogenarians. She celebrated her 80th birthday with a party held at Trulli for her family and close friends. Congratulations.

MEENIYAN HALL

Those Pretty Wrongs (USA)

Saturday 5th August 2023

Doors 7pm Show 8pm

Fanny Lumsden

Saturday 26th August 2023

Doors 7pm Show 8pm

The Exploding Universe of Ed Kuepper

Full Band Show

Saturday 9th September 2023

Doors 7pm Show 8pm

Ben Ottewell & Ian Ball (UK)

With special guest Buddy

Friday 22nd September 2023

Doors 7pm Show 8pm

Go to Lyrebird Arts council website for booking details

And further information

Our email address is: lyrebirdarts@gmail.com

Phone 5664 7468

Monday and Tuesday Closed

Wednesday, Thursday, 6.00am to 3.00pm

Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 6.00am to 3.30pm

HOLIDAYS

Re-opening on Wednesday August the 16th!

Meeniyan Coming Events

Sat 5 Aug - Those Pretty Wrongs

Sat 26 August - Fanny Lumsden

Sat 2 Sept - Meeniyan Tavern Night

Sat 9 Sept - The Exploding Universe of Ed Kuepper

Fri 22 Sept - Ben Ottewell & Ian Ball

- denotes Lyrebird Show

More details on these events inside

Every Monday Morning - Meeniyan Playgroup, Youth Hall 10.00

Every Monday - Cycling with Meeniyan Easy Riders www.Meeniyan.org

(Great Southern Rail Trail)

Bridge - No bridge until further notice

Every Monday - Take Off Weight Naturally Club 3.30pm Old Health Centre

3rd Monday of month - CWA

4th Tuesday of month - Garlic Festival Committee at MDU

2nd Monday of month - Red Cross 12 noon at Meeniyan Pub

3rd Monday of Month - Meeniyan Singing Session 6pm Hall Foyer

2nd Tuesday of month - Meeniyan & District Historical Society 10.30 CFA building

3rd Tuesday of month - Meeniyan Community Shop 10 am CFA building

1st & 3rd Monday - CFA juniors - Fire Station

3rd Tuesday of month - Meeniyan Progress Assoc - 7.30pm- Hall Foyer

Every Tuesday & Friday @ 1pm - Mens Shed

1st Wednesday of month - Meeniyan Hall Committee 7.30pm - Hall

2nd Wednesday of month - CFA Meeting, Fire Station 7.30pmnew members welcome 4th Wednesday month training

Every Wednesday - Meeniukes ukulele jam 7pm Hall Foyer

Every Thursday - Table Tennis 9.30am - old Youth Hall (behind main Hall)

2nd Saturday of month - Meeniyan Community Garden - 9.30am Rotunda

3rd Sunday of month - Meeniyan Pony Club 9.30am Stony Creek Reserve

ADVERTISING OR ARTICLES

For advertising contact June on 0457 124 429.

Adverts cost: Full page $24 Half Page $12 Quarter page $6

Articles ring Avril 0400 833 318 or Ann 5664 7376

Adverts/Articles can be emailed to annann@dcsi.net.au

Deadline for adverts and articles by 22th of the month

The printing is taking longer than previous so we are needing to be strict about the timelines to allow for this occurring