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When Sonia and Stuart Whiteman moved from inner city Melbourne to rural Chintin in the Macedon Ranges, they had no plans to become leaders in the lavender oil industry. Full story, page 2.

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Plans have stalled for a major community renewable energy park to help power Macedon Ranges. The Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group project, south of Woodend, proposes a facility to combine wind energy, a solar plant and battery storage, but now awaits legislative change for progression.

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Earlier this month MRSG president David Gormley-O’Brien estimated a four-year delay on advice that the desired site would require legislative amendments as it was land held under a perpetual licence issued to Hancock Victoria Plantations. “While the analysis so far shows that the plantation site is suitable for such a project in technical, financial and potentially planning terms, the project requires formal

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access to the land, which is set aside for forestry purposes,” he told stakeholders. “Use of the land for energy production will require a legislative amendment, which the state government has informed us is not a short to medium term priority on the legislative program.” Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas's office confirmed last week, "These legislative amendments are not anticipated in

the short term". It's the second major snag for the project more than 10 years in planning. A Liberal state government-imposed blanket ban on windfarms across Macedon Ranges hindered plans back in 2014, which a later Labor state government planning scheme amendment partially lifted to accommodate the project. Continued page 7.

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When the Whiteman family moved from inner city Melbourne to rural Chintin in the Macedon Ranges in 2018, they had no plans to become leaders in the lavender oil industry. With a desire to create a sustainable, mixed farming enterprise, Stuart and Sonia set about planting 12,000 plus lavender plants at Chin Chin Farm with the intention to not only provide a food source for their seven beehives, and to complement the growing herd of Aussie White sheep, but to produce food-grade lavender oil as a supplementary source of income. Fast forward only two years and the Whitemans attended their first Lavender Growers Association Conference held recently in Hahndorf, South Australia. To their delight and surprise their lavender oil took out the prestigious Rosemary Holmes Sonia Whiteman harvests the lavender at Chin Award for their Lavender Chin Farm at Chintin. Angustifolia Essential Oil. “To be recognised so early in our journey is truly humbling, and to be awarded this honour named after one of the stalwarts of the industry is inspiring us to keep going," Sonia said after receiving the award. "It’s unusual to produce oil of this quality with such young plants, but we believe that it’s in the way we grow them.” Rosemary Holmes is legendary in the lavender industry as an early adopter of commercial lavender growing and is a founding member of The Lavender Growers Association. What’s next for the Whitemans? “Our climate is perfect for Australian native bush foods, so we are working on a program to plant and harvest a variety of plants for both their oil and their leaves. Everything that we do on the farm is designed to complement. The sheep fertilise the soils and keep the grass down, the bees pollinate the plants and the plantings regenerate the soil structures.”

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A petition calling for a ban on with substantial environmental recreational duck shooting on cost, banning duck hunting Cairn Curran Reservoir at Barinmakes sense economically as ghup has attracted hundreds of well as environmentally.” signatures, the majority of them GMW's general manager of local, in less than a week. water storage services Martina The petition calls for the resCusack said duck hunting was ervoir and surrounding wetlands permitted at Cairn Curran Resto be made a sanctuary and ervoir and referred responsibility supports a vote made by Mount for any decision on a ban to the Alexander Shire Council two state government. years ago to advocate for a ban “The Victorian Government is on duck shooting in the shire. responsible for setting guideWith shooting season beginlines around duck season each ning May 26 and running until year, including season dates June 14, petition organisers are and bag limits,” Ms Cusack said. asking the council to push for Minister for Agriculture water manager Goulburn-Murray Mary-Anne Thomas previWater to implement the move ously advised the Express that The pacific black duck, an Australian native duck, is seen at for reasons of public safety and the government accepted the amenity as well as conservation. Cairn Curran and surrounding wetlands. Photo: Eleanor Dilley Victorian Game Management One signatory to the petition Authority's recommendations on “We call on the council to ensure a ban said threatened bird species lived in the the 2021 duck season. is implemented by the water manager, or to wetlands. "It's both mine and the GMA's expectago above their heads to relevant ministers "Giving it sanctuary status will help protion that hunters abide by the conditions to get it done.” tect these birds," they said. The case to ban duck shooting is not just attached to their licence, and to act safely Karen Mander, a spokesperson for Rean environmental, safety and amenity issue, and responsibly at all times when hunting," gional Victorians Opposed to Duck Shootshe said. but also an economic one. ing, said public polls showed the majority of The petition was organised by Regional Rod Campbell, research director at The Victorians wanted the activity banned, with Victorians Opposed to Duck Shooting Inc. Australia Institute, said that from an ecothe strongest support for a ban coming from nomic perspective, banning duck hunting in collaboration with local wildlife, conservaregional Victoria. tion and birdwatching groups. from Mount Alexander Shire was clearly the "Mount Alexander Shire Council has "This campaign is unfortunately very best policy. done the right thing and heard ratepayers’ “Hunter expenditure is minimal compared much needed for our ducks as well as concerns and is open to safer, more peaceother wetland birds and wildlife, that all get to other recreation and tourism spending ful, popular pastimes for the waterways, for disturbed, even if they are not having a gun and what people do spend on duck hunting residents and visitors," she said. barrel pointed at them," said Jane Rusden, would simply be spent on fishing, boating "This petition is clear evidence that opconvener of Birdlife Castlemaine District. and camping in the event of a ban," Mr position to duck shooting is widespread and "It’s mindless, especially when so much Campbell said. based on valid reasons. Australian wildlife is struggling for survival." "With near zero economic benefit, but

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Budget priorities

Kindergarten upgrades, Romsey Ecotherapy Park additions, community climate change action plans and energy efficient upgrades from part of Macedon Ranges Shire Council' draft budget for 2021/22. Council endorsed the draft budget and Revenue and Rating Plan 2021-2025 last week for public consultation. Mayor, Cr Jennifer Anderson encouraged residents to have their say on the documents. “Councillors and council officers have spent many hours developing a budget that both continues to provide the additional support needed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, but also looks for new opportunities to support the whole community into the future," she said. “We’ve worked hard to prioritise initiatives that support current and future community needs in an environmentally and economically sustainable way, and we want your comments, ideas and suggestions before finalising the plan,” Cr Anderson said. Some of the initiatives include building works to the value of $4.965 million, including $348,000 for roof works at Kyneton Museum and $123,320 towards council building energy and water efficiency upgrades. The also includes $7.068M for roads infrastructure, $1.389M for footpaths and cycleways, and $6.7M for recreation, leisure and community facilities, including $5.2 million for the Macedon Ranges Regional

Thank you to our valued volunteers

During National Volunteer Week (17–23 May) we say thank you to our wonderful volunteers who support our community in so many ways. They help plan and coordinate events for young people, are friends and companions to some of our most vulnerable community members, and they help us manage sports and recreation reserves, improve our environment and welcome visitors to our shire with a smile.

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Find out what kindergarten’s all about by attending one of our local sessional kindergartens open days, held between 24–26 May. For details visit ymca.org.au and search Open Days. Parents and carers are reminded that ﬁrst round enrolments for three and four year old kindergarten close Tuesday 1 June. Call (03) 4111 1500 or visit earlyyears.ymca.org.au and search Enrolments.

Sports Precinct. A $957,000 spend on parks, open spaces and streetscapes includes $98,000 for new entrance landscaping for Gisborne Botanic Gardens and $70,000 towards the final stages of the Romsey Ecotherapy Park. A rate rise of 1.5 per cent is proposed, in line with the Victorian Government’s rate cap. This year's budget also includes a list of projects that missed out on funding but are being considered for future years, which includes two staff dedicated to climate change initiatives. The Draft Annual Budget 2021/22 and Draft Revenue and Rating Plan 2021-2025 are available for inspection at council’s customer service centres in Gisborne, Kyneton, Romsey and Woodend. The documents can be viewed online at mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay Submissions are due to the council by 5pm on June 8. Residents who submit feedback have the option to present at a submitters committee meeting at 7pm on June 16. For details on how to make a submission, visit the council's website. The budget will be considered for adoption at the Special Council Meeting scheduled for 11am on June 29 at the Gisborne Administration Centre. The Community Vision, Council Plan and Financial Plan will also be released for community consultation at a later date.

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Share your feedback on outdoor spaces

Have you noticed public outdoor spaces popping up around the shire? Council has provided temporary spaces to support outdoor dining and entertainment at locations throughout our region, supported by the Victorian Government’s Outdoor Eating and Entertainment Program. Share your feedback at shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/making-spaces.

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Test ride cargo bikes and bike trailers at the Bubs on Bikes - Cargo Bike Expo on Sunday 23 May from 10.00am to 2.00pm at the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens. Book at eventbrite.com.au. Learn more about the cargo bike revolution in the documentary ﬁlm, Motherload, screening at the Phee Broadway Theatre on Saturday 22 May at 7.00pm. Book at motherloadcastlemaine.eventbrite.com.au. Both events are presented by Healthy Heart of Victoria, Council, Bike Bendigo and Cyclesafe Mount Alexander.

Connect Mount Alexander re-launch

Macedon Ranges Shared Trails project will gain a large share of funds from three of Macedon Ranges Shire Council's open space reserves despite pushback from East Ward councillors. The $9.75 million project will deliver a 24-kilometre trail for walking, running and cycling, stretching from Woodend to Riddells Creek, but Cr Geoff Neil argued the east would only benefit from a small portion of the trail. The budget allocates $300,000 from central, $350,000 from east and $350,000 from south open space reserve funds. Backed by Cr Bill West, Cr Neil sought to reduce the allocation from the east reserve to $54,000 and have the remaining funds drawn from the central reserve. "Of that project we've only got a 50-100m footpath and I don't think $350,000 is an appropriate amount for that," he said. "The open space reserve from the East Ward should not be used to support recreational activities in other areas of the shire." While the trail falls largely outside of the East Ward, other councillors argued its resi-

dents would equally benefit from the connectivity. "It's not just about 50-100m of pavement. The whole big picture point of this big project is for connections," Cr Janet Pearce said. "You're not going to walk, run or cycle from Riddells Creek 50-100m and then stop and turn back. The whole idea is that you are going to connect through to (other towns and areas)." Cr Jennifer Anderson said some of the strongest support for the project had come from the east. "As a councillor of eight and half years, I would say it's the Riddells Creek residents that have been the strongest advocates for this connecting project," she said. "I think they would be disappointed if this project halted over us trying to decide which reserve we were going to go through." Cr Annette Death was not present at the meeting. The original budget allocations remain but residents will have the chance to add to the debate as the council begins public consultation.

We are re-launching the Connect Mount Alexander website on Thursday 20 May at the Castlemaine Library. Pop in to the library from 10.00am – 4.00pm and meet our community partnerships team and local illustrator Trace Balla, who designed the new home page. Join us for snacks, chat and a chance for local community groups to win $250! Visit connectmountalexander.com.au to register.

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The next Council meeting will be held at 6.30pm on Tuesday 18 May at the Civic Centre. The meeting will also be livestreamed to YouTube. The public are welcome to attend, however seating will be limited due to COVID spacing requirements. No RSVP is required. A Special Meeting of Council to hear budget submissions will be held at 5.30pm on Tuesday 25 May. Council venue to be advised.

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Local residents living with dementia are benefiting from Central Highlands Rural Health’s recent expansion of the Treehouse program to Trentham. Originally opening in Kyneton in March 2017, the Treehouse is a supportive and safe meeting place for people with dementia to socialise and take part in activities that promote independence and wellbeing, while providing carers the opportunity to take time out. The recent launch in Trentham means residents from the Macedon Ranges and Hepburn Shire can access a client driven, evidence-based program delivered by experienced staff with expertise in dementia. Lewis, 73, has been attending the Treehouse in Trentham since its launch. He heard about the program through his carer Chris, who attends one of Central Highlands Rural Health’s support groups for carers of people living with dementia. “The Treehouse is welcoming and fun. I like talking to different people and I look forward to it each week. I enjoy the banter about the footy and have made some good friends, even if they don’t barrack for Collingwood!” Lewis said.

Lewis’ carer Chris is happy to see him socialise with others. “During the pandemic it was really hard; we couldn’t see friends and we both missed human contact. When Lewis first started coming to the Treehouse I was at a bit of a loss and not sure what to do with my free time. But now I’m making the most of it and go for walks and visit cafes,” Chris said. Supported by the Australian Government Department of Health, the Treehouse at Trentham is a Social Support Group that aims to support independence, reduce social isolation, maintain social and community connections and support participants and their carers to live well. Central Highlands Rural Health’s Board Chair Peter Matthews believes the Treehouse program makes it easier for people to maintain their roots at home and in the community: “Social connectivity plays a really important part in helping people with dementia to remain independent and living well. We’re really happy to see the Treehouse expand to Trentham allowing more people in our community to benefit from the supportive program,” he said. For details on the Treehouse program in Trentham and Kyneton, visit chrh.org.au/services/treehouse/

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Lisa Dennis Saltgrass, a Castlemaine sustainability podcast proudly supported by Mount Alexander Sustainability Group and MAINfm 94.9, has gone global! The podcast was recently picked up and highlighted by the New York Times when it ran a list of five environment podcasts to listen to on Earth Day. Saltgrass is the brainchild of MASG team member and long-time MAINfm presenter Alison Hanly. Allie said she wanted to create a podcast that focused on salt of the earth people and grassroots change. The show was born out of frustration at watching the Australian government consistently make decisions that favoured the fossil fuel industry, even as the majority of Australians said they were worried about climate change. "It became more and more apparent that the answer would have to come from the ground up, that is, every day people doing what they could in their region to make a change," she said. "Climate change can be overwhelming, paralysing and many people don't know where to start. I wanted to highlight some of the positive things that everyday people can do to make a difference by sharing inspiring and relatable stories. "We chat in depth to farmers, engineers, community workers, healthcare professionals, artists, activists, children and passionate retirees. Topics include

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science, conservation, advocacy, tech solutions and societal change. No industry or aspect of our society is immune to the problem that is climate change." The Saltgrass podcast, which is made possible by support from the Community Broadcasting Foundation and The Salvage Yard, features on MAINfm on Tuesdays at 4pm with a new instalment every fortnight. It can also be accessed online at saltgrasspodcast.com or via your preferred provider including Google, Apple, Spotify, Podbean and many more. The next instalment - a discussion between Scott Ludlam, former Greens senator and author of new book Full Circle, and local writer Alex Kelly - airs today. Allie said a fellow podcaster from Climactic brought the New York Times article to her attention. "I had noted that the number of downloads had spiked by about 10 times the amount I would normally get!" she said. "It was strange because that usually only happens after I upload a new podcast or if someone of influence shares one. I had no idea about the article. As a result of the Earth Day piece we have picked up new followers from all over the world! "It is wonderful to think that people all over the world are tuning in to discover what our local community is doing on Jaara Country in central Victoria to combat this global crisis. Readers can check out the article at www.nytimes.com/2021/04/17/at-home/ climate-change-podcasts

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From page 1. MRSG vice-president Bruce Mildenhall told the Express the group expected the planning scheme change would allow automatic land access but understood it was a more complicated process. “We have run into this roadblock but we are still hopeful. We've been at it a long time and it’s a big project but Rome wasn’t built in a day. It has been heartening to see the community support for this project," he said. The group expects the facility would operate on a scale capable of producing power equivalent to the entire Macedon Ranges Shire household consumption. The project falls in line with initiatives of Macedon Ranges Shire Council which, in March, joined 32 other Victorian councils in declaring a climate emergency. Projects of the council so far include

environmental building upgrades, involvement in a council renewable energy buying group to secure 100 per cent of council’s electricity from renewable sources, and a Cool Changes program to develop climate change action plans for each town. Mayor Cr Jennifer Anderson said there had been strong community support for the energy park project. "We are trying to drive change but now unfortunately, at this stage, this community MRSG project has to be parked," Cr Anderson said. "It's a shame that it has stalled but it will prompt the council to investigate if there are other things we can do to get us to be less reliant on fossil fuels." MRSG says its work in promoting sustainability across the shire will continue as it awaits the next step in the energy park project.

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Infinite - Brian Freeman 2021, fiction, 328 pages One rainy night, the unthinkable happens: Dylan Moran’s car plunges off the road into a raging river, his wife drowning as he struggles to shore. In the aftermath, through his grief, Dylan experiences sudden, strange visions: wherever he goes, he’s haunted by glimpses of himself. Dylan initially chalks it up to trauma, but that changes when he runs into a psychiatrist who claims he’s her patient. She says he has been undergoing a unique hypnotherapy treatment built on the idea that with every choice, he creates an infinite number of parallel universes. Now those parallel universes are unlocked - and Dylan’s doppelgänger has staked a claim to his world. Can Dylan use these alternate realities to get a second chance at the life that was stolen from him? Or will he lose himself…to himself?

Follow me to Ground - Sue Rainsford 2020, fiction, 208 pages Ada and her father, touched by the power to heal illness, live on the edge of a village where they help sick locals — or ‘Cures’ — by cracking open their damaged bodies or temporarily burying them in the reviving but dangerous ground nearby. Ada, a being both more and less than human, is mostly uninterested in the Cures, until she meets a man named Samson. When they strike up an affair, to the displeasure of her father and Samson’s widowed, pregnant sister, Ada is torn between her old way of life and new possibilities with her lover — and eventually comes to a decision that will forever change Samson, the town, and the Ground itself.

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A free 6.6kW solar power system has been installed on Chewton Primary School funded by the MASH Community Solar Bulk-Buy, which will reduce the school’s reliance on grid electricity by about 36 per cent. Electricity bill savings of about $1000 a year from the system will go towards building an indigenous food garden to teach students about local flora. “As a 5-Star Resource Smart School, sustainability is a core part of our work and key to everything we do,” said school principal Bernadette McKenna. “We’re delighted to have this new solar system for the financial savings it will provide as well as the carbon emissions savings, which I understand are equivalent to planting about 50 trees a year. “In addition to the indigenous food garden, we also want to use the savings to install a watering system with drip lines to reduce the amount of water used in the garden. “Upgrading the school’s insulation and lighting to reduce our energy usage and carbon footprint are two other items on our list.” This is the 13th solar system gifted to schools and community groups in the last three years through money raised through the MASH bulk-buys.

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Bradley Thomas has been appointed Hepburn Shires Council's chief executive officer. Mr Thomas began work with the shire in January 2019 as director of community and corporate serves and has been interim CEO since January 2021. Mayor Lesley Hewitt said Mr Thomas had proven himself an effective leader and was appointed following a national recruitment campaign that attracted a high standard of candidates. He has worked at both the City of Greater Bendigo and Mount Alexander Shire Council in leadership roles. He holds a Master of Business Administration and is a chartered accountant. He is also the president of FinPro - the peak body of Victorian Local Government Finance Professionals.

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Police are investigating a fatal crash in Mount Macedon last Thursday evening. Emergency services were called to Mount Macedon Road to reports a car had crashed into a tree about 8.45pm. A male driver, the sole occupant of the vehicle, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The exact circumstances surrounding the crash are yet to be determined and investigations are ongoing. Police will prepare a report for the coroner. Anyone who witnessed the crash or with dash cam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report via crimestoppersvic. com.au

Man sentenced for home invasion

A man has been sentenced to six years’ and two months imprisonment for an aggravated home invasion in Gisborne, in search of a cannabis crop. The man in 30s entered the property in January last year, with two other alleged offenders, wearing face coverings and carrying firearms. The trio confronted the homeowner, demanding information on a cannabis crop and striking him with a gun, before demanding his car keys and money, and directing him inside the house at gunpoint. There was no cannabis crop on the property. The homeowner's partner was also approached during the home invasion before the trio stole a vehicle from the property and left. Police made their arrest in April last year. The two other alleged offenders have elected to stand trial.

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Local MP Mary-Anne Thomas joined Macedon Ranges Council representatives and community members to announce funding for the final stage of the Romsey Ecotherapy Park.

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Romsey's ecotherapy multipurpose nature park has taken another step forward. Minister for Regional Development and Member for Macedon Mary-Anne Thomas yesterday announced a $615,000 grant from the Regional Infrastructure Fund - Stimulus Round, to support the long held community vision. “This has been one of my favourite projects in the Macedon Ranges and is all about ensuring Romsey locals have a beautiful public space to meet and connect in, as well as attracting visitors to Romsey from further afield," Ms Thomas said. “Congratulations to the dedicated volunteers who have worked so hard to make this project a reality – it’s been wonderful to be on this journey with you and witness the dream come to fruition.”

The Romsey Ecotherapy Park is being delivered in three stages with the state government already investing $718,000 for stage two and $200,000 for stage one, bringing the total state investment to $1.53 million. Stage three will add a Woodland Ramble and space to encourage nature play, including a hut-building frame that will complement the climbing forest for older children and adults. Other features of the park being delivered under stage two include a sensory space as well as an arts and culture area that will be accessible for the community to use. Construction on the project is due to begin in June this year and is expected to create 12 jobs.

Restoration works to begin Restoration works to the Kyneton Town Hall facade are expected to begin this month. Macedon Ranges Shire Council received $1,441,261 through the Australian Government's Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program, allocating $632,989 to the restoration of the Kyneton Town Hall facade, including the installation of feature lighting. The council is also funding an additional $300,000 to undertake targeted restoration works to the chimneys, window eaves, gutters and stormwater. Director Assets and Operations Shane Walden said improvements to the hall ex-

terior facade will complement and enhance the heritage aesthetic of the Kyneton township streetscape and ensure its longevity. “Heritage architects will oversee the works on the facade. Council’s heritage advisor has approved aesthetic considerations, including paint colours, to ensure the history of this building is respected and enhanced,” he said. Works may disrupt pedestrian movement at the front of the building, and alternate routes will be signed. Improvements to the building’s facade will contribute to the continued use of the Kyneton Town Hall.

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Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s Draft Annual Budget 2021/22 is $103 million. The budget aims to provide a high level of works and services to our community while keeping rates as low as possible.

This summary outlines how your rates benefit you and everyone in the community by helping Council to: maintain an extensive networks of roads, bridges and footpaths provide community infrastructure such as play spaces, public gardens and community facilities deliver services including waste and recycling, maternal child and health, kindergartens, aged care, environment, disability, youth, emergency relief and recovery, and many more.

The Draft Annual Budget 2021/22 describes the proposed revenue, expenditure and resources required to maintain and deliver a range of services, facilities and projects to the community for the coming financial year. The Revenue and Rating Plan provides information on our Rating Strategy.

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A rate rise of 1.5 per cent is proposed, in line with the Victorian Government’s rate cap. This will support efforts to maintain critical community infrastructure while continuing to provide quality services.

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Planning and building services

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Maintenance of parks, environment and open spaces

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Children, youth and families

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Garbage, recycling and garden waste collection Emergencies, local laws and public health Maintenance of roads, drains, buildings and paths

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Recreational, leisure and community facilities

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Local charity PS My Family Matters, which offers support to families caring for loved ones with mental illness, launched its complimentary support program ‘Good Space’ in the middle of 2020. The aim of the program is to provide practical and emotional support to local families. "We are aware that the last year has placed great strain on the mental wellbeing of many in our community," said Tamara Wilson, president of PS My Family Matters. "Our Good Space package, is designed to help our carers focus on their personal mental and emotional wellbeing." The Good Space program has been made possible due to the generous support of the Bendigo Bank, Tobin Brothers and the Victorian Government. The program features a range of emotional and practical support elements, including complimentary respite items to support carers and make their lives a little easier. "We want to ensure that families in the Ranges who are impacted by mental illness know that we're there for them," Tamara said. "We're grateful to the Bendigo Bank, Tobin Brothers and the state government, whose funding enables us to make this happen." If you'd like to know more about the Good Space program and how it might help your family, call 0475 269 965 or email psmfm@ outlook.com.

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A kickstart for Tylden Brigade

Tylden Fire Brigade has been given a welcome kickstart with a generous donation from the Trentham and Districts Community Bank. Bank board members Charl Parris, Helen Macdonald and Stan Falloon this month presented brigade members with a cheque for $890 to cover a large part of the cost of replacing batteries for the brigade’s three defibrillator units, which are located on each of its vehicles. Brigade secretary Nick Mayhew thanked them for their generosity and noted that this was not the first time that Tylden CFA had received funding from the community bank, which had previously assisted with the cost of upgrading the brigade-owned field command vehicle. "The grant means that funds raised from the community by the brigade, which would have been used to cover this expense, can now be put aside for the future upgrading of the brigade-owned tanker," Mr Mayhew said.

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Building rainbow bridges

An exhibition opened last week in Kyneton that brings together the voices of both young lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and intersex people and those older members of the LGBTIQA+ community in a way not seen before in the Macedon Ranges. Intergenerational art project ‘Rainbow Bridges’, which was funded by the Australian Government’s Regional Arts Fund, is a poignant collection of photographs and video clips created by local community members in collaboration with Woodendbased Tracey Strong of Strong Productions and Kyneton photographer Lakshal (Lucky) Perera. The artists featured in the exhibition, most of whom were new to filmmaking and photography, had the opportunity to learn from Tracey and Lucky and tap into in their wealth of artistic knowledge and skills to gain a better understanding of the audiovisual creative process. The exhibition was coordinated by Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health’s WayOut program and the Country LGBTI Inclusion Program and set out to build new relationships within the LGBTIQA+ community through mentoring, positive role modelling and the sharing of LGBTI history. “The Rainbow Bridges project is an intergenerational journey of curiosity, selfreflection and discovery centred around the LGBTIQA+ lived experience in regional Victoria,” project coordinator Belinda Brain said. “There are few organised situations in which older and younger LGBTIQA+ people have the opportunity to come together and a build a sense of shared belonging.” The collection of images aims to bring

Book and garage sale

Like to go on a bargain hunt of your own? Head to the RM Begg Kyneton Aged Care Auxiliary's Book and Garage Sale on Saturday May 22 from 9am-2pm at the old RM Begg Hall at 22 Epping Street, Kyneton. You never know what you will discover - heaps of good winter reading material for sure, But wait! There is more! Items so far on the garage sale list include an electric lift chair, furniture, general household items, floor rugs, crafts, jigsaws, plants and more. Eftpos will be available and COVID conditions will apply.

Play reading at Taradale

Ash Tree Studio at Taradale is hosting Girls Act Good with their second Script in Hand production, Village Wooing, this coming Friday and Saturday. Girls Act Good are a very enthusiastic group of young women who were introduced to Ash Tree Studio's Tony Redmond through La Mama Theatre. Mr Redmond said they had brought two full productions to Taradale in the past couple of years and Village Wooing would be the second of what they called their 'Script in Hand' presentations. "It is their response to me expressing my wish to host some play readings," he said. "They go to quite a bit of effort to work up the piece but stop short of full rehearsals - so you get a production concept and a wellrehearsed reading. "Village Wooing is a great little piece written by George Bernard Shaw. "Now out of copyright, the girls were free to play around with it to their hearts' content and they have!" Book at trybooking.com/BQRHZ Limited seating complies with COVID regulations.

Intergenerational art project ‘Rainbow Bridges’ is a poignant collection of photographs and video clips created by local LGBTIQA+ community members. empowerment, strength and a sense of pride and show the personal growth that comes with the building of confidence and self-worth. “The personal stories represented in

this exhibition are emotive, and painful, but also convey history and experiences of celebration and positivity,” Belinda said. “It is hoped that this project will increase LGBTIQA+ visibility and have the capacity

to influence and unite people through inclusion and acceptance.” The exhibition is on at the Old Auction House, 52 to 56 Mollison Street Kyneton until May 24.

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Macedon Ranges residents will get a rare opportunity to follow Alice and the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole for a magical evening of high tea and high jinx at a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. The after-dark event, to be held on Saturday June 19 at the Kyneton Mechanics Institute, is set in a colourful wonderland designed by renowned international film set designer and local resident, Leslie Binns, and will feature entertainment by Cassidy La Creme. Animus has also designed a signature, magic potion cocktail especially for the evening. Guests are encouraged to dress up, whether it be as the Matter Hatter or in their best cocktail wear. Prizes for best costume, maddest hat and most splendid cocktail outfit will be awarded. The special event aims to raise funds for Kyneton Community House’s weekly community lunch. “This two-course healthy lunch is available once a week to all Kyneton folk, and aims to help support those who are finding things a bit tough," KCH director Claire Rawlinson said. "With the cessation of Job Keeper and the roll back of Job Seeker supports there is a lot of pressure on so many people in our community, and getting a bit of relief through the lunches program has become essential.” In previous years the community house has held a long lunch as the major fundraising effort for the program, but due to COVID-19 restrictions, last year’s event was cancelled. Ms Rawlinson said organisers are excited to be able to bring the community together with this extra special event. Included in the ticket price will be high teastyle food, a cocktail upon arrival, door prizes, entertainment from Cassidy La Crème and an auction with local products and services. Tickets can be purchased at the community house or through the website kynetoncommunityhouse.org.au The community house thanked their sponsors and Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s Events and Festivals Grant Program.

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What is it that an injury lawyer does? Victoria has a range of well-developed compensation schemes such as the TAC and WorkCover that provide medical, economic and lump-sum benefits to people injured in certain circumstances. Our job is to obtain and maximise those benefits for our clients. Which sort of cases do you do? We look after people who have been injured in motor vehicle accidents or at work. We also assist people with public liability claims, that is claims where injury has been sustained due to someone else’s negligence, and claims on superannuation funds. What is it you like about your job? For me, it’s the satisfaction of assisting someone during one of the hardest

and most stressful times of their lives. A successful outcome means that we have helped to relieve some of the financial stress associated with being injured, allowing our clients time and energy to focus on their rehabilitation. How do you feel about being called an ‘ambulance chaser’? I have no problem with that. Part of my job is to ensure that injured people are aware of their rights and entitlements. Too many go without simply because of a lack of awareness about what they can claim. Most of our clients are in pain and/or are suffering from the psychological effect of their injuries and accidents. It is they who are our focus.

Separation is often daunting and emotionally exhausting. At Aitken Street Family Law they believe that early advice and planning can make a big difference to what could be a really difficult separation experience. They understand that the road forward is all about being informed, prepared, and making the best decisions at that very point in time. At Aitken Street Family Law the aim is to help you feel in control by explaining how the Family Law Act applies to you in layman's terms and by setting out a roadmap to help you forge a new and better path. Aitken Street Family Law is a boutique family law practice situated at 24B Aitken Street in Gisborne. With more than 13 years' experience in family law, Janine Gibson, principal of Aitken Street Family Law, specialises in taking a tailored, individual approach to your family law matter focusing on the needs of you and your family. Janine’s practice includes advising on all aspects of family law, simple and complex property and parenting matters, family violence and financial agreements. Janine is also highly experienced in preparing Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney and advising on Will disputes. If you or one of your friends or family feel overwhelmed by the family law system and you just aren't getting the right answers, set up a confidential and no-obligation discovery call with Aitken Street Family Law and they will provide you with practical and simple advice and support to put you back in control.

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WELLBEING

Horses as helpers

through regulating their breathing. They are gently encouraged to be aware of their emotions and their stress level before, during and after their time in the horseyard. Focusing on the horse is often calming in itself. What is learnt in the horseyard can then flow on to other relationships and situations in the person’s life. Interacting with a horse also gives the participant an awareness of another’s state and the effect their own internal state (feelings of calm, happiness, excitement, anxiety, anger, etc) is having on them. The horse will always respond authentically, giving clear and non-judgemental feedback. Participants are coached in how to read the horse’s signals and body language. When the horse shows that it is feeling calm and safe with the person, it gives them a sense of acceptance and safety and can improve self-worth. Unexpected calm and focus Elizabeth says that her experience in the horseyard with young people and children who experience anxiety and have difficulty regulating their emotions, has been consistent. They have shown gentleness and been able to calm themselves in a way that has often surprised and moved their parents/carers. Children whose concentration is found to be poor in other settings often demonstrate great care and attention when working with the horses (for example grooming them). For more information visit Elizabeth’s webpage: blackhorsetherapies.ntpages.com.au or phone 0403 753 221.

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A cold, blue lady The Australian Yoga Institute in Woodend was long known as The Blue Lady Studio because of a standout figure in the residential area of the town. This sculpture was constructed by local artist Anthony Syndicas. It stood outside Jahne Hope Williams's studio on her farm and then came with Jahne to Woodend when she moved the studio there. "I often would see people stopping to take photographs, and the information centre sent people to it when they wanted to take a photo of a local sculpture," Jahne said. "It became not only a local landmark, it was the signature of our studio. People might not know yoga, my hat or me, but everyone knew the Blue Lady. Even though she has not stood here for a couple of years, people still remember her…" One cold afternoon someone wrapped a scarf around The Blue Lady's neck but she needed more than a scarf to protect her. She fell to bits one freezing night leaving only a pile of rubble, but the plinth is waiting, just in case an artist out there sees this and also mourns the loss, Jahne said.

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MIDLAND EXPRESS

Tuesday, May 18, 2021-19

RECOGNISE. RECONNECT. REIMAGINE.

Buda Historic Home and Garden Do you love our heritage? Arts and culture? Gardening? Or simply meeting new people and being involved as part of a team? Buda Historic Home and Garden is actively looking for new volunteers to help in a variety of interesting and stimulating areas of work. Buda was the home of noted Hungarian silversmith Ernest Leviny and his family. Two generations of the Leviny family lived there continuously for 118 years, from the goldrush era until 1981, and the property is unique because it houses a collection of Australian artworks including those by Ernest and five of his talented daughters. The house and garden were opened to the public in 1982 as a house museum and Buda’s volunteers have been instrumental in the day to day running of the organisation ever since. Buda is indebted to its dedicated volunteers who contribute to making it a great place. Volunteers specialise in many different areas, including reception and giftshop, gardening, house maintenance and collection, tour guiding, administration, Buda functions and events. Here is an example of the reward and appreciation Buda volunteers receive. “I wanted to say how much I enjoyed the tour of the house at Buda recently. It is wonderfully kept and the artefacts are a treasure.” - Geraldine “Please pass on our thanks to everyone at Buda for the hospitality given to us today. You are all doing a fantastic job looking after such a lovely piece of history.” - Trish, Central Vic Angus Group “Once again, thank you and the Buda volunteers for a lovely day on Tuesday. It was great to hear the ladies talking about what they had seen, and I heard a few people say that they could imagine a family living in the house, unlike some of the heritage houses in Melbourne." - Marlene - District Chairman, Inner Wheel Australia. “Big thanks go to all those who signed up for the watering roster keeping our nursery plants and veggie patch going over summer.” - Carol, Buda Garden Buda is always keen to welcome new volunteers to the organisation. If you are interested in becoming involved as a volunteer at Buda, call 5472 1032 or get in touch by emailing

admin@budacastlemaine.org. There is also a volunteer expression of interest form on the website. Buda is a charitable not-for-profit organisation supported by Mount Alexander Shire Council and is recognised as an important heritage and cultural asset of Victoria.

Castlemaine SES The Castlemaine SES covers territory right across Mount Alexander Shire so you can be called out far and wide in an emergency. People from the age of 16 years can become a member but until people are 18, work is basically training and gaining skills under supervision. Once a member turns 18, he or she can become fully operational. The upper age for members has no limit. Castlemaine even recently had a member in his 90s. Of course, not all members are operational. There is a a variety of roles that can be filled including fundraising and public relations. If you would like to know more about becoming a Castlemaine SES volunteer member see the advert on these pages.

Castlemaine Lions Club Becoming a volunteer and a member of a service club has great benefits. Take the Castlemaine Lions club for example. Becoming a member not only increases your base of friends and acquaintances, it gives you the opportunity to 'do something' by giving back to the community. Many local groups and causes have greatly benefited from Lions Club fundraising. The Castlemaine club's biggest fundraiser each year is its April Swap Meet. The Lions are helped out in the organisation of it by other clubs and groups who in turn, are given their rightful share of the profits. All funds the Lions raise go back to help others. For example, some of the most recent donations from the

Lions' fundraising efforts went to Ellery House for a new wheelchair purchase. Another to benefit from Lions' fundraising is the Castlemaine hospital, which most recently purchased new equipment for the operating theatre through a club donation. Castlemaine Lions holds just one meeting a month so the nitty-gritty of the club doesn't take up too much of members' time. In fact, when it comes to meetings, the members call the tune so they suit! Have a look at the Lions' advert in this Volunteers Week feature for contact details if you would like to find out more about joining up. It is a club that suits members of all ages.

Kyneton Community House would like to thank the many wonderful volunteers who give up their time each week to support us.

Last year, we recognised the important role that volunteers played while we were in the grips of the coronavirus pandemic. Volunteers stepped up to help deliver food packages, check-in on vulnerable community members and assist in the health response to the pandemic. It showed us how flexible, adaptable and vital our volunteers are to our community, even during the toughest days of the coronavirus response. I want to again give a heartfelt thank you to all volunteers in the region. The central Victorian community has always had a strong commitment to volunteering and last year was no exception. I know from talking with many of these organisations, and their volunteers, the pride and pleasure they get from contributing towards building and supporting a strong, inclusive and vibrant community. There is no doubt that the coronavirus pandemic fundamentally changed volunteering as we know it. But service organisations across central Victoria have met the challenge head on, adapting delivery models to continue to serve the needs of our communities and constantly evolving to meet new restrictions and requirements. It is also important, now, as our lives begin to resume some sense of normalcy, to recognise the role that community organisations and the numerous volunteers who support them are continuing to have in reconnecting, rebuilding and re-establishing services and events in our region. There is something beautiful about being around community members who are passionate about working towards a common greater good. I encourage you to think about volunteering, or if you are not able, to think about supporting service organisations in our region. Many provided invaluable community services last year, while others did it tough and are on their own road to recovery. If we can all try to support an organisation that supported us, then we are all better off.

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There's an interesting world awaiting when you become a volunteer with the SES. Castlemaine SES controller Paul Fitzpatrick said the door was always open for new members to join up. "In the SES you have a lot of variety, learn new skills and help the community," Paul said. "The work is very satisfying...you help out people in need, people who might be in a bit of a pickle and can't help themselves." When you join the SES you study a fundamental training package that can be completed in a month or two. After that time you get a pager and will be on call to attend incidents. All your personal protective gear is provided, as is ongoing support and training.

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MIDLAND EXPRESS

RECOGNISE. RECONNECT. REIMAGINE.

Kyneton Community House Many programs run by Kyneton Community House could not be run without the tireless dedication of volunteers. In 2020, KCH's volunteers truly went above and beyond jumping into action when it was most needed. A special shout out must go to all who stepped up to help deliver so many takeaway meals to the Kyneton community. From growing the vegetables to cooking to serving, the energy of KCH volunteers, their good will and warm spirit really carried many through in hard times. So from the bottom of the collective KCH heart, thank you all! This year has seen the house come back with enhanced enthusiasm and Kyneton folk are showing more than ever how important community is to them. KCH has been excited to work with several wonderful new skilled volunteers but more are always welcome! Programs in which volunteer support is essential include IT, gardening, maintenance and the community lunch. If you would like to know more they would love to chat, so drop in, call or email. Head to the website www.kynetoncommunityhouse.org.au for all the information you need. (See advert page 19)

Castlemaine Historical Society Castlemaine Historical Society is a run entirely by volunteers who are committed to providing high-quality archive and local history research facilities. The society's volunteers carry out a variety of tasks such as family history research, proof reading, data entry, administrative duties and garden maintenance. Members of the public who visit the historical society to do research are assisted by enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteers. Information from the society's archives is made available to researchers by the work of volunteers who proof read and compile indexes. An example of information available is the Bradfield Database. This database has more than 13,000 entries and consists of items of news that were of interest to

Ray Bradfield, and collected by him over many years. Volunteers also work on the general database and currently there are more than 70,000 entries available to researchers. This database can be used by researchers for information on the people, events, buildings and organizations that contributed and continue to contribute to the history of Castlemaine and district. Currently Castlemaine Historical Society needs volunteers to do indexing, become tour guides, carry out family history research and provide front of house support which would include receptionist duties. You will be warmly welcomed as part of an enthusiastic team. For further information contact Carol on 0427 831 426.

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Thanks to all volunteers for their continuing support for all events and activities.

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Each year, volunteers dedicate more than 600 million hours to help others. Mount Alexander Shire is no exception, with numerous not-for-profit organisations relying on volunteers to provide services and support to the community. "We would not be able to operate many of our programs without our fantastic volunteers," said Martyn Shaddick, manager at Castlemaine Community House. "We rely on more than 10 volunteers to provide the community lunches in Castlemaine and Maldon each week, along with volunteers to staff our reception and work in the Community Gardens." The theme for National Volunteer Week 2021 is Recognise. Reconnect. Reimagine. “This theme is so relevant this year," said Amy Atkinson, coordinator at Maldon Neighbourhood Centre. “We want to thank our many volunteers for sticking with us through the challenging COVID shutdowns and welcome them back now we are delivering all programs again." Volunteering is a great way to meet people and stay fit, but it also provides new experience, skills and pathways to employment. “An exciting new opportunity for volunteers is the expansion of the community gardens network across the shire, thanks to the Food Thank You to all of our volunteers! Links project funded by the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal,” said Kerrily Your support for our Administration, Housing, Jennings, community development coordinator at Castlemaine Community House. L2P, Nordic Pole Walking, Strength Groups, “There are several community gardens in Tai Chi, Walking Groups and Youth Mentoring need of volunteers, so call us to find one that all contribute to a healthier community. is close to you,” Kerrily said.

Volunteers like Fiona Burrows and Janet Tough help provide community lunches in Castlemaine and Maldon each week.

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CHIRP Community Health recognises the generous contribution of volunteers this National Volunteer Week. CEO Di Couch describes volunteers as an integral part of the organisation. “Our 81 volunteers assist with administration and support programs such as walking groups, tai chi groups, youth mentoring, companion walking, strength training, community friends, respect ambassadors, nordic pole walking and housing,” she said. “A big thank you to every one of our volunteers for their contribution in creating a healthier community in the Mount Alexander Shire. “Our community has a rich legacy of volunteerism and it’s been heartening to see the ongoing support from our volunteers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many of our volunteers took up informal roles to help others during the pandemic while taking care to stay safe. More recently, volunteers have adapted to their usual roles, but in a COVID-safe way.” For information about current volunteering opportunities with CHIRP Community Health, call 5479 1000 or visit chirp.org.au

Thank you They have big hearts.

They’re generous with their talents and time, connect the young and old to the wider world and help keep loneliness at bay. They drive buses, entertain, share digital know-how, run Scrabble groups, cook tasty meals and run community halls and groups. They warmly welcome visitors to our shire. Thank you to our generous, kind-hearted volunteers. National Volunteer Week runs 17 to 23 May. Civic Centre Cnr Lyttleton and Lloyd Sts P.O. Box 185 Castlemaine VIC 3450

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MIDLAND EXPRESS

SUPER QUIZ?

Local knowledge

1. The Pollyphonics is what kind of local group?

Helen Scott, Secretary, Newham and District Landcare Group

2. What are the two football ovals at Macedon named? 3. Macedon Ranges Shire Council has how many councillor wards? 4. On what street would you find Castlemaine’s SES base?

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5. Who is deputy mayor of Hepburn Shire Council?

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6. Who is the Victorian Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change? 7. In which Australian state or territory is Tamborine Mountain located? 8. Sir John Monash and Dame Nellie Melba appear on which Australian bank note? 9. “Spare him his life from this monstrosity”, is a lyric of which song?

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10. What do the following titles have in common: Matilda, The Witches, The Twits, and Clever Mr Fox?

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Ray Brindle, Malmsbury I read in the Midland Express (May 11) that Andrew Avent wants to clear rural roadside verges from fence to fence. I recall a certain US President who similarly thought that forest fires could be prevented by clearing vegetation away. But picture Macedon Ranges without roadside trees – only to discover what we had lost and what little we had gained! Joni Mitchell wrote a song about that, you might remember. When I was a research manager at the Australian Road Research Board, we had a project that looked into the value and necessity of retaining roadside flora – from understorey to canopy trees. We underestimate the amount of original flora that exists in roadsides (and railway reserves), and its value to native animals and birds. Despite the depredations of 'maintenance' and well-meaning but often clumsy fire management, road reserves play a major role in sustaining biodiversity. Added up, they contain a significant percentage of the state’s remnant flora, from native orchids to large trees, and often are the only place in farming country where you will find groups of trees that existed before colonisation. The impact of that band of trees along roads through cleared farmland is fragile. To argue that roadside trees can be replaced by new trees planted by landholders is not only unrealistic, it is also illogical because it would not remove the claimed fire risk, as anyone who has been anywhere near a wildfire would know. Roadside trees also provide habitat and movement corridors for native fauna. They have immeasurable landscape value. The reality is that the arguments about

Habitat protection urgent Midland Express, thanks for informing us of the council's draft Roadside Conservation Management Plan regarding verges and their management, and that we may contribute comments until June 7. These pockets of land often contain the oldest trees and thick habitat that retains soil moisture and reduces wind speeds, and are frequently missing from the landowners’ properties. Clearing the verges would result in the loss of this biome. Residents sought, unsuccessfully, to protect our verge over 25 years ago, all vegetation was finally removed before we came to live here. The cost of revegetating the verge would be prohibitive now. We find tiny birds rarely cross our road: some species haven’t been seen on one side of the road since Ash Wednesday. At the top of the mountain, with the removal of dead 45m tall trees along the verge, many species were usurped, like bees, sugar gliders and a banded mid-sized mammal. These trees were a pivot-point for black cockatoos that now must descend into gardens to rest, feed and launch off to their intended destination. Fire travels across bare land at phenomenal speeds, as we saw on Black Saturday and subsequent bushfires in our local area. We all need to understand the urgency of habitat protection in a climate emergency. Let’s not create more bare land. Writers are asked to keep letters to a maximum of 300 words. Longer letters may only be published at the editor's discretion. Names, addresses and contact phone numbers must be included for verification purposes. Email letters to: acrawford@midnews.com.au

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fire reduction and road safety have been tested and found to be exaggerated. Andrew Avent’s proposal is yet another example of humans insisting on forcing the world around us to change rather than learning how to live in harmony with it. In summary, broadscale clearing is not only nonsensical, it is contrary to state environmental and fire risk management policies and principles.

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Andrew Avent is motivated by his concerns as a volunteer firefighter, however the Express’s failure to check other viewpoints invites controversy. He focusses on the 2015 planned fuel reduction burn by DELWP that went out of control in the Cobaw State Forest. Following that fire the Three Chain Road Fire Risk Mitigation Action Plan was developed with a working group of CFA and local brigades, VicRoads, Three Chain Road residents, landcare groups and MRSC. Readers may find the 2019 report instructive (online at MRSC). We agree with Mr Avent in urging locals to respond to the council’s draft Roadside Conservation Management Plan – it is well-researched and balances protection of the important ecological values within the roadsides with fire risk mitigation and road safety. Contrary to Mr Avent’s statement, roadsides have never been clearways; they contain very old trees and complex understorey vegetation. Suggestions to clear roadsides are impractical and illegal under both federal and Victorian state laws. Clearing roadside vegetation to plant inside fencelines is no solution. Roadside native vegetation is often all that is left for animals, insects and birds to safely move across a fractured landscape, and critical habitat for the survival of threatened flora and fauna such as the brush-tailed phascogale. A recent MRSC/Newham Landcare spotlighting project proved this by finding more animals on roadsides in the Cobaw Biolink than on Mount Macedon. Planting a windbreak inside the boundary can never match the remnant roadside for complexity and value for native animals, however we encourage landholders to support these roadside corridors by planting additional local indigenous flora species on their land. NDLG has worked since 2004 on enhancing the Cobaw Biolink. We encourage everyone to view our video Linking the Landscape – the Cobaw Biolink at vimeo. com/528031290. Controversy does not aid collaboration. Let’s start by eradicating weeds that are a fire risk - wilding pines, gorse, phalaris and

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021-23

Education Week 2021 23 – 29 May

For more info, visit www.education.vic.gov.au/educationweek This year we have more reason than ever to celebrate Education Week. Last year’s experiences showed us how important it is to create and maintain strong connections with families, friends, carers, communities and schools. It’s why I’m so pleased that this year’s Education Week theme is ‘Building Connections’. These connections can be simple, yet they are so important. Students can connect with others through local sports clubs. They can learn a different language and deepen their understanding of a different culture. Or they can support each other by participating in Homework Clubs. The week recognises and celebrates these connections and the great benefits they have for all Victorian learners. - The Hon. James Merlino MP Deputy Premier Minister for Education

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MIDLAND EXPRESS

Education Week 2021

23 – 29 May

Kyneton High School

New Gisborne Primary School With teaching and learning being the core business, along with a strong emphasis on developing the whole child, New Gisborne Primary School consistently achieves high academic results, particularly in the areas of literacy and numeracy. The school is currently rated as an ‘Influence’ school – the highest rating within the Department of Education. New Gisborne Primary School’s vision is to provide a high-quality, balanced and challenging curriculum that allows students to perform to the best of their ability in an atmosphere of mutual respect and cooperation. School priorities focus on * Excellence in teaching and learning: to further develop rigorous and challenging learning with a consistent teaching and learning design across the school. This includes embedding the use of digital technologies across the curriculum, while emphasising the creation of innovative solutions to deepen and enrich learning.

* Positive climate for learning: To develop a shared understanding of wellbeing that makes explicit the importance of relationships and the links to learning, engagement, personal responsibility and high expectations. * Community engagement in learning: to build effective connections with families so they can authentically support student learning, while also enhancing external links and partnerships to better utilise community expertise. New Gisborne Primary School has a strong sense of community with high expectations. Parents and extended families actively invest in their child’s education by contributing to school programs and fundraising events such as classroom support, canteen, excursions, sport, fundraising and family social events, and by nurturing other external interests. You are invited to find out more about the school and what it can offer you and your family by arranging a meeting and/or tour.

Kyneton High School is proud to offer a rich educational experience for students moving from childhood to adulthood. The school has entered into a new phase of implementing an exciting vision for teaching and learning, enhanced by building works significantly improving facilities. Prospective school families are invited to find out more about what makes Kyneton High School unique: * Passionate, committed staff who go the extra mile for every student * A state school education that values respect, diversity, sustainability and excellence * Quality educational pathways through the Victorian Curriculum, VCE, VET and VCAL * Personalised learning programs: one-on-one literacy and numeracy support; small group tutoring; Student Excellence Program for high-ability students * A transformational building program including modern Training and Innovation Hub, with new building works commencing to deliver new science labs, industry grade food/ hospitality facilities and visual and performing arts studios * Strong connections with the local community and businesses At KHS they empower students to take the reins on their future through strong careers education, managed individual pathways, respectful relationships, and through the work of the well-established student leadership team whose focus is amplifying student voice and enhancing students’ pride in their achievements. KHS's community is dynamic and growing, and the school is deeply committed to preparing students to reach their potential and make a valuable contribution to society. Go and see the school in action by calling 5421 1100 to book a tour with executive principal, Ana Rees.

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We offer a strong sense of community, high achievements and a nurturing atmosphere for kids to grow and learn.

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Education Week 2021

23 – 29 May

Castlemaine Steiner School and Kindergarten Class three year is an eventful year in the life of students at Castlemaine Steiner School and Kindergarten. Children enter into class three, aged eight - an important developmental transition in their lives. In Steiner Education, the developmental changes at this age are recognised as a form of ‘threshold crossing', marking a child’s burgeoning awareness of the immensity of the world in which they live. This growing awareness can be quite unsettling for many young people. Thus, there are a number of features incorporated into Steiner curriculum at this level aimed at easing this transition. One strategy is the strong focus placed on food production and harvesting, and building and shelters. Across the year, students learn about horticulture and agriculture and different approaches to producing food, as well as a multicultural

history of approaches to building shelters and homes. Through their learning, they gain an appreciation for the abundant life-sustaining gifts from the earth that feed and nourish them. Steiner students enjoy large school grounds nestled in a bush setting about five minutes from the Castlemaine township. It is an area rich in Indigenous cultural history, fascinating European and Chinese pioneer history, with many remnant artefacts from the gold rush era. Class three students are always excited to learn about how the land on which they live, nourished and sustained human communities through time. The combined sense of connection with the land and respect for a collective ancestral history can be deeply reassuring for children as they awaken to the vast world beyond the small family-oriented

world of early childhood. There are many other wonderful features of class three Steiner curriculum and it can be a great time to transition into Steiner education. Academically, this year begins to align with mainstream literacy and numeracy levels and the many fantastic specialist subjects wrap around the developing child to give them ample opportunity to find their strengths, challenges and new interests. The school welcomes students to the school at all class levels. Contact them for further information and perhaps join one of the weekly school tours. More information on the school's programs can be found via social media @castlemainesteinerschool or contact enrolment officer Tracey on Traceyr@cssk.vic.edu.au or 5479 2000.

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MIDLAND EXPRESS

Education Week 2021

23 – 29 May

St Mary’s School Castlemaine

Macedon Primary School Macedon Primary boasts a long and proud history of providing high-quality learning opportunities for children. The teachers work in close-knit teams and strive to continually improve their practice to support the emotional and academic growth of all students. Principal Matt Forrest says the school's learning community is guided by the school motto, “caring, sharing, learning”. "We pride ourselves on our supportive culture and our continuous endeavour for excellence, Mr Forrest says. "At Macedon Primary School, the environment plays an important role in bringing our curriculum to life. "Students are regularly immersed in their bushland surroundings, which play an active role in inspiring and setting the tone for their educational experiences." The school week includes regular teaching, learning and play in Middle Gully Reserve, a five-acre bushland reserve opposite the main school site.

In Middle Gully Reserve, students, supported by teachers and a dedicated volunteer parent committee, take part in a number of exciting initiatives. "We link in with experts in the field such as the CSIRO scientists in schools program and the students engage in meaningful learning," Mr Forrest says. "Some of the activities we complete regularly include monitoring the water quality in our dam, regularly tending to the garden, tracking and photographing local wildlife and learning about our local indigenous history through immersion in the bush." The learning in Middle Gully Reserve is complemented by Macedon Primary's extensive camping and outdoor education program in which students learn about teamwork, responsibility the natural surroundings while developing their resilience. "We look forward to meeting you and working closely with all families who become a part of the Macedon Primary School community," Mr Forrest says.

St Mary’s School is constantly seeking new learning opportunities and skills as a community to ensure students are offered the very best contemporary education that can be imagined. The school has identified a need within its community, as many schools have, to focus on social-emotional wellbeing in tandem with academic endeavours following the vast array of student experiences throughout remote learning. St Mary's teachers have focused extensively on their professional knowledge and skill acquisition in the area of educational neuroscience in 2021. A complementary aspect of this learning has been the introduction of an intensive mindfulness program called Peaceful Kids. The school wellbeing leader, Mark O’Sullivan, has expertly supported teachers, parents and students to develop a thorough understanding of mindfulness techniques to support mental wellbeing both within and beyond the school context. In a volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous world, St Mary's understands that all children (and adults) need specific skills, practise and support to utilise coping strategies that lessen the symptoms of anxiety and stress. St Mary's is extremely privileged to have an active parents and friends committee that supports the students with such genuine care. This term, following the restrictions of the pandemic, they have organised a daily breakfast club to ensure that all students are energised and ready to learn. If you are interested in learning more about the innovative learning community at St Mary’s, you are most welcome to book a tour and meet the friendly staff, students and parents.

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23 – 29 May

Girton Grammar School Year seven Girton Grammar School students will again be taking part in a technology-based initiative that will help them to learn about energy poverty, renewable energy and global citizenship. The SolarBuddy School Program entails assembling portable solar lights from a kit and donating the lights to children living in energy poverty throughout the South Pacific, South East Asia and Africa. Rod Smith, head of academic services, said the initiative combined learning with practical application and intercultural understanding. “This program, run by a registered Australian charity, fits within our technology curriculum and simultaneously supports the community service ethos of the school," Mr Smith said. “The students will assemble solar lights under the guidance of facilitators from SolarBuddy and in doing so will be helping disadvantaged communities reduce reliance on dangerous and unhealthy energy sources such as kerosene, diesel, wood and candles. “The goal of the SolarBuddy School Program is to allow children living in poverty to study long after the sun goes down, improving their education outcomes and overall health and wellbeing. “Our students relate well to supporting a program that is targeted at helping other school students. They learn something about electronics and something about those less fortunate than themselves, so this is a fantastic initiative on different levels,” Mr Smith said. Studies from SolarBuddy (solarbuddy.org) show that children who receive the gift of a solar light spend less time collecting firewood for cooking

and heating and instead spend more time attending class, preparing for exams and completing homework assignments. An Impact Assessment commissioned by SolarBuddy and KTF found that when children received a SolarBuddy light, there was a 78 per cent increase in time spent on homework and an 80 per cent reduction in average weekly expenditure on kerosene.

“Science and technology hold so many of the solutions to environmental, educational and social issues around the world and we are pleased to immerse our students in this one small solution," Mr Smith said. “It is important for young people to understand that they have the power to make a difference and to think about science and technology as solutions-based disciplines."

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Education Week 2021

23 – 29 May

Our Lady of the Rosary Parish School Walking into the grounds of Our Lady of the Rosary Parish Primary School in Kyneton you will surely feel a sense of welcome and care and a strong presence of faith and pride - even before you meet any of the students, families or staff. They are passionately Catholic and use faith to guide their actions and values. OLR indeed offers a physically pleasing environment that fosters learning and growth but it is the human connections and relationships that is the school's real strength. They have a saying at OLR where 'not only do we enrol your child, we enrol your family'. This focus on relationships and the family-school partnership drives the school's thinking and the realisation that the wellbeing of students and families is directly related and interdependent with student outcomes. Investigation and inquiry based learning programs used throughout the school, and in particular junior classes, highlight and focus on attachment, engagement and motivating OLR students. The school is passionate about laying a foundation of learning independence and ownership where students are encouraged to take risks and to problem solve in a safe and stimulating setting. The staff at OLR realise students are all on their own unique learning and faith journeys and that difference is to be celebrated and accepted. Our Lady of the Rosary students 'learn by doing', through a rigorous yet creative curriculum. The school community is proud of its achievements and being a

St Mary’s Primary School Lancefield

part of such an exciting and evolving Kyneton community. Our Lady of the Rosary Parish School offers very supportive financial rebates for eligible Health Care Card holders. Contact Jodie at the school office if you would like more information. Open day is Thursday May 27 from 11am -1.30pm. School tours can be booked if that date does not suit your family. Call the school office on 5422 2056. Enrolments are currently open and close on Thursday June 24. More information can be found on the school website www. olrkyneton.catholic.edu.au

Why choose to enrol your child at St Mary’s Primary School in Lancefield? As a Catholic community, they are committed to creating an engaging environment that encourages growth, relationships and the wellbeing of all. As an active learning community, St Mary's empowers all to be lifelong learners working towards the common good. Their experienced teachers prides themselves on creating a high-performing educational environment. Classrooms are flexible as students move in and out of the environment based on differentiated curriculum and personalised learning. St Mary's approach is one that has been decided and driven by data and research. The P-2 literacy program offers an international research based approach in synthetic phonics, which is like no other in the region. Digital technologies is a specialist subject from P - 6 and the school provides one to one laptops from 3 - 6. They believe it is essential that every child confidently develops literacy and numeracy skills and strategies to actively participate in an ever-changing world. And what's more, at St Mary’s no child is left behind.

Our Lady of the Rosary Parish School is focused on enabling our children to understand the world around them and the talents within them so that they can become fulﬁlled individuals and active, compassionate citizens.

ENROLMENT INFORMATION EVENING Wednesday 26th May

Evening commences at 7 pm, all welcome

OPEN MORNING AND CUPPA WITH THE PRINCIPAL Student led tours will also be offered to all families

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Friday 28th May at 9.15 am

OPEN DAY

P | 5422 2056 E | info@olrkyneton.catholic.edu.au 43-47 Edgecombe Street Kyneton

May 27

11.30 am - 1.00 pm 2 Raglan St, Lancefield VIC 3435 | Ph: (03) 5429 1359 www.smlanceﬁeld.catholic.edu.au

Fantastic rebate program for Health Care Card holders, for all enquiries contact the ofﬁce.

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Education Week 2021

23 – 29 May

Langley Primary School At Langley Primary school they believe in giving every child the chance to learn unhindered by large class sizes, distractions, bullying or strict procedures. Langley Primary is a country school only 10 minutes drive from Kyneton Post Office. While the school is close to Kyneton, it is very much part of a quiet, peaceful rural environment. Langley Primary School has been providing quality state school education to local children since 1870. The school's aim is for every child to thrive in their learning environment and to support this, the school promotes the values 'respectful, responsible courageous and kind'. These values were determined when Langley PS developed its last strategic plan and the school council believes that they embody the ethos of the school today and in the future.

All students have individual learning plans, and a differentiated curriculum aligned with Victorian curriculum and daily one-to-one time with teachers. As a result, there are also explicit teaching programs for developing essential skills in literacy, numeracy and scientific inquiry, all of which progressively advance at each year level. A unique aspect of the program is the WAVES care and leadership program, which offers age and stage related approaches to leadership and student wellbeing and is supported by Langley's very own school chaplain. The school's role is to provide high-quality state school education to all who want to enrol with them. Students who, for one reason or another, are not recognised for their unique attributes and abilities thrive in Langley's personalised safe and non-threatening, familyfocused learning environment. (See advert page 31.)

DISTRICT EDUCATION WEEK OPEN DAYS (24th – 28th May, 2021)

OPEN WED MAY 26 9:00am11:00am

OPEN THURS MAY 27 9:00am11:00am

OPEN THURS MAY 27

11:30am1:00pm

OPEN TUES MAY 25 9:00am11:00am

OPEN THURS MAY 27 9:00am11:30am

CAMPBELLS CREEK PRIMARY SCHOOL Principal: Rosie Critchley 127 Main Road, Campbells Creek Phone 5472 2180

www.campbellscreekps.vic.edu.au

CASTLEMAINE PRIMARY SCHOOL Principal: Richelle Hollis Cnr Urquhart St & Mostyn St, C/maine Ph 5472 1452

www.castlemaineprimary.vic.edu.au

CASTLEMAINE NTH PRIMARY SCHOOL

Principal: Samantha Chapman 270 Barker St, Castlemaine Phone 5472 1391

www.castlemainenorthps.vic.edu.au

CHEWTON PRIMARY SCHOOL

Principal: Bernadette McKenna 1 Hunter Street, Castlemaine Phone 5472 2557

www.chewtonprimary.vic.edu.au

ELPHINSTONE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Principal: Brendan Stewart 26 Wright Street, Elphinstone Phone 5473 3285

www.elphinstoneps.vic.edu.au

HARCOURT VALLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL Principal: Andrew Blake 3 Wilkinson Street, Harcourt Phone 5474 2266

www.harcourtvalleyps.vic.edu.au

MALDON PRIMARY SCHOOL Principal: Alisa Burdett 109 High Street, Maldon Phone 5475 1484

www.maldonps.vic.edu.au

NEWSTEAD PRIMARY SCHOOL Principal: Kathy Callander 28 Lyons Street, Newstead Phone 5476 2226

www.newsteadps.vic.edu.au

TARADALE PRIMARY SCHOOL Principal: Chris Burgess 98 High Street, Taradale Phone 5423 2247

www.taradaleps.vic.edu.au

WINTERS FLAT PRIMARY SCHOOL Principal: Suzanne Kinnersley 3 Roberts Avenue, Castlemaine Phone 5472 1522

www.wintersﬂatps.vic.edu.au

OPEN WED MAY 26 9:00am11:00am

OPEN WED MAY 26 9:15am11:00am

OPEN THURS MAY 27 9:00am11:00am

OPEN MON MAY 24 11:30am1:30pm

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Education Week 2021

23 – 29 May

Students and their families are welcomed to the Sacred Heart College community at the year seven mass.

Sacred Heart College Kyneton Staff at Sacred Heart College Kyneton understand that starting at a new school, whether it be commencing the secondary years or making a change at any year level, is a time where students and parents need care and support. This transition time is carefully managed, with a focus on communication between home and school to assist parents in understanding the school routine and best ways to support their child during this time of change. At school, the pastoral structure with the home room at its core creates a nurturing environment for the students. The college takes a whole-school approach to student wellbeing, through a positive education approach. When asked about how they were enjoying their time at Sacred Heart College, current year seven students Rose and Sarah

said they both were travelling from Gisborne by bus and, apart from the earlier start than when in primary school, they really enjoyed the trip to school. Rose said she had most enjoyed making new friends, and Sarah said she loved how supportive the teachers were. Both girls said the one of the best things they enjoyed about college life was the Peer Support Program provided by year 10 students. "Five year 10 students meet with our class for a period every fortnight. We do lots of fun activities - last week we broke into groups and talked about what confidence is," Sarah said. When you enter the Sacred Heart community you become part of a caring community that aims to support the needs of its students and families from the first days of transition and beyond.

Enrolments Closing Soon Enrolments for Year 7 in 2023 will close on 30 July 2021. Limited places are currently available at Years 7 – 12 for 2021. Contact the College Registrar for enrolment enquiries, or download your enrolment application form via the College’s website.

Sacred Heart College Kyneton

www.shckyneton.catholic.edu.au T: 5421 1200 E: dlawrence@shckyneton.catholic.edu.au

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Don’t miss our next college tour: Wednesday 14 July, bookings essential.

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Education Week 2021

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Malmsbury Primary School

Romsey Primary School is an inclusive and empowering learning community that fosters confident, creative, caring, curious and collaborative learners who “dare to be excellent”. Underpinning and informing the school vision are the school values of; * Responsibility: Make responsible choices, care for the school environment and the safety and wellbeing of others and yourself. * Respect: Be cooperative, honest and tolerant of others. * Integrity: Be honest, sincere, truthful and trustworthy. The school believes in finding the balance between explicit teaching and guided enquiry to build the capacity of all learners, through a gradual release of responsibility. Romsey continues to build teacher capacity in numeracy, literacy and wellbeing through a school-based coaching approach. The school has a variety of support programs to develop student academic and social needs. The intervention program assists children from grades 1-6 who require support or extension. Numeracy is also a priority, with the school investigating and investing in programs to support the children in their care. Romsey Primary school has a student population of 306 students and this year will be running 13 classrooms with specialist programs in Auslan, physical education, STEAM and visual arts. Students have cooking classes in the kitchen garden program, which includes growing vegetables and herbs. At Romsey Primary, they promote a distributive leadership approach and encourage all members of the school community to have a voice. You can join in the prep tour on Friday June 11 at 10am, an information session and prep classroom tour in Tuesday August 24 from 10am and a session for enrolled families for prep 2022 on Wednesday October 27 at 10am. Register your interest for any of these sessions by emailing romsey.ps@education.vic.gov.au or phone 5429 5099.

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ENROL NOW for 2022

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The strong links Malmsbury Primary School is building with the community, and the safe, supportive learning environment the school provides, enable students to achieve their best. When you go to visit Malmsbury PS you will be impressed by the calm, inviting learning spaces, the focused learning happening in classrooms, the care teachers take in planning for individual student needs, happy students who love to be at school and the welcoming school community. Students receive a broad education with all academic areas taught to a high standard. Malmsbury offers specialist lessons in Auslan, PE, visual arts and performing arts. This year the school's ensemble is once again performing in the State Schools Spectacular as members of the mass choir. The school's weekly community groups are loved by students, staff, parents and community members who are involved. This term community groups are board games, STEM, Malmsbury ramblers/river detectives, building, gardening/frog bog and extension art. Students have many opportunities to pursue their interests, to feel supported by their wider community and to see connections between what they are learning and life. Malmsbury students are confident, have strong social skills and the ability to ‘name it’, they are resilient and always striving to be their best. Malmsbury Primary School is a warm, welcoming community that works together to support one another. They run parent workshops, family fun nights and meet with parents each term to ensure a strong, positive school and home partnerships. There is an outside-of-school-hours care service that operates on site Monday-Friday from 3.30pm- 6pm. If you haven’t been to visit Malmsbury Primary School yet to see the learning spaces, beautiful school grounds and to meet the wonderful staff, call the principal, Carolyn Tavener, on 5423 2284 to arrange a school tour.

Romsey Primary School

Station Street ROMSEY P: 03 5429 5099

E: romsey.ps@education.vic.gov.au

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LANGLEY

PRIMARY SCHOOL Growing and learning together Only 10 kms from Kyneton

ENROLLING NOW FOR 2022 Call to book for a school tour or visit our website www.langley.ps.vic.edu.au

∙ Our class sizes are small ∙ Our teacher sup pport is high ∙ We know our sttudents ∙ Christian by nam me and by nature ∙ Foundation – Ye ear 10

89 Main Road, Campbells Creek (near Castlemaine) | Phone 5472 3817| Email admin@olivet.vic.edu.au | Principal: Mr Steven Nicholas

www.olivet.vic.edu.au

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Respectful Responsible Courageous Kind

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RSD 38 Redesdale Rd, Langley (Crn Parsells & Kyneton/Heathcote Rd) PH: 5423 4125 Principal: Frances Langenberg

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Tylden Primary School There is always something terrific happening at Tylden Primary School. The school is gearing up for special activities that are planned for Education Week (May 20-25) and Reconciliation Week (May 27- June 3). There are open days planned for Education Week, so why not pay Tylden PS a visit and have a look? Tylden's senior students are training for tee ball and netball competitions this term, and every student is keen to contribute their best efforts to the team. At the same time, the school has engaged a local performing artist, Emilie Bloom, to work alongside the teachers and provide extra expertise and excitement in the new performing arts program. In fact, the celebration of the arts is in full swing with individuals and small groups rehearsing for the annual Tylden’s Got Talent. This amazing concert involves all sorts of acts encompassing the full range of the performing arts. All acts are entirely planned by the students themselves. At Tylden PS, literacy and numeracy are a priority and the school places the highest priority on developing children’s skills in these two key areas. The school is focused on developing strong readers with excellent writing skills. Literacy instruction is based on the Science of Reading including phonemic awareness, synthetic phonics and the use of decodable readers. There are strong connections between the reading, writing and spelling programs. Teachers establish strong number sense from prep through hands-on learning activities, problem solving and a focus on developing fluency in number facts. So many things contribute to the high-quality learning program at Tylden PS. The school will hold open days in Education Week on Thursday May 27 (10am-2.30pm) and Saturday May 29 (10am-12.30pm). However, school tours can always be arranged at other times. You are warmly invited to go see the school in action. Phone the principal Lee MacDonald on 5424 8244.

Newham Primary School Newham Primary School has a welcoming and friendly environment with experienced staff, high expectations and standards, a strong home/school partnership and wellmaintained facilities. With close proximity and short travel times from Woodend, Kyneton, Lancefield and Romsey, the school's large grounds are found in a delightful rural setting in the heart of the Newham community. A P-6 whole-school approach to teaching and learning in literacy and numeracy is supported by digital technology tools and a strong wellbeing focus – Newham is a School Wide Positive Behaviour School with a social/emotional/mental health wellbeing program across P-6. Underpinning the whole-school approach are values of resilience, unity, responsibility and respect with increased social responsibility and awareness of others. Links with

community organisations also enhance student learning. Grades five and six students take part in The Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program and there are a wide range of student leadership opportunities to enhance student voice and agency. Newham Primary is a five-star resource smart and environmentally sustainable school with a student sustainability team and ‘Eco warriors’. The curriculum includes Music, French and physical education specialist areas. Out-ofschool-hours care is also available. Newham Primary School is proud of its welcoming culture where all learn and grow together. Families interested in joining Newham’s learning community are welcome to book a tour to go to see for yourself why the Newham Primary community is proud of the school.

TYLDEN Primary School School Tours and Enrolments for 2022

OPEN DAYS

Thursday May 27 10am - 2.30pm Saturday May 29 10am - 12.30pm Where every child is special

• Specialist subjects: Performing Arts, LOTE – German, Physical Education, Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden, Instrumental Music. • 10 minutes drive from Kyneton, Woodend and Trentham.

A caring environment and a strong community culture provide excellent learning opportunities for your child.

6.30 am - 8.40 am

After School Care 3.30 pm - 6pm

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Principal: Lee MacDonald Ph: 03 5424 8244 Email: tylden.ps@education.vic.gov.au

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www.tyldenps.vic.edu.au

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A dream of a property Formerly part of renowned 'Baree Stud' this wonderful five acre property is one of just three parcels of stunning land which once formed the north easterly boundary of the beautiful thoroughbred stud. With a sought after end of court location, fertile soils and an enviable northerly aspect which offers uninterrupted views to the southern side of Mt Macedon 'Windrush' is absolutely blue chip. Meticulously cared for, expertly constructed and with a fantastic family-friendly floor plan this stunning family home offers multiple formal and informal living spaces including a vast versatile rumpus room, four large bedrooms with walk-in robes and two beautifully renovated bathrooms all with stylish contemporary decors and neutral colour pallet. No expense is spared on the kitchen which is brand new with walk-in pantry, beautiful stone benchtops with waterfall edges and high end appliances and there is a separate study, store room and recently renovated laundry. The home is warmed by zoned underfloor heating and real flame fire places in the formal lounge and rumpus rooms and there are dual garages capable of housing three large vehicles, a workshop or storage space and an enviable outdoor living space. The well planned and easily managed property is connected to reticulated town water and is enhanced by a beautiful entrance gateway, winding bitumen driveway, terraced garden beds, mature native and deciduous trees, fertile pasture and large healthy dam.

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‘Windrush’ - Wonderful family home on 2.016 Ha in blue chip location 105 Kemp Road, New Gisborne Saturday May 22 @ 11am Keatings Real Estate 5427 2999

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MIDLAND PROPERTY & LIVING

Perfect to enjoy the village vibe Behind a classic country façade lies this cozy home that has been tastefully updated and maintained. Highlights of the property include timber flooring throughout the living space, three generous bedrooms with quality carpet and both electric heating/cooling and traditional wood fire at the ready. The modern kitchen does not disappoint with the expansive subway tile splashback, 900mm cooker, stainless dishwasher and island bench with stylish pendant lights. Compact and contemporary, the bathroom enjoys a neutral colour palette and simplistic design, and the secondary toilet in the laundry is a great bonus. The north-facing deck provides extra living space year round and the equally inviting front patio is the perfect place to watch the world go by. Set on a low-maintenance corner allotment of 663m2 in a well-established neighborhood, this trendy Newstead location is a Goldfields hotspot.

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Delightful double-fronted 50s home with fabulous interior 41 Panmure Street, Newstead $525,000 Waller Realty 5470 5811

A stylish time capsule Step through the stunning double front doors of this delightful home into a perfectly preserved time capsule from the 1950s. From the original push button hardware on the kitchen cabinetry and chrome edged laminate benches to the Hills Hoist standing proudly in the backyard, this triple fronted brick veneer house provides a unique glimpse of the domestic heyday of the Great Australian Dream. Built in 1952, this immaculately maintained three bedroom family home on a substantial block is making its first appearance on the market. This property has minimal alterations with exception to a handful of modern comforts. Typical of the era, this charming home is designed to flow with double door access through the lounge and living rooms with beautiful wooden trim, decorative ceilings and picture rails throughout. The bedrooms

have the unmistakable character that only original carpet and wallpaper can deliver. Outside you will be greeted by a lovely garden with traditional roses and ferns, original rounded steps up to the patio entry and contrasting brick used to stylish effect. At the rear is a wide verandah that looks out over a spacious green backyard. A single car garage retains its original wooden doors with glass inset features and opens out to the backyard. This home has been loved and meticulously cared for by the same family for almost 70 years. Now is the time to hand it over to the next generation. Such original perfection won’t last long. The property is ideally situated close to the train station, Camp Reserve, local shops and Castlemaine’s beautiful botanical gardens. Land size: 750m2 (approx.)

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Three bedroom family home on a substantial block 53 Bowden Street, Castlemaine $900,000 Jellis Craig Carole Lenander / 0401 472 346

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401 Black Range Road, Romsey 6

'Lauralyn Park' With views to the Melbourne skyline, Lauralyn Park offers a rare opportunity to secure a large family home with dual living options & outstanding equine facilities. The main home has three living areas providing great space with a connected fully self-contained wing consisting of two-bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen/dining & lounge. Integrated triple garage, 4.5 Kw solar system, ducted vacuum, wood heater, ducted heating & reverse cycle systems. 10 paddocks all with water, horse mesh electrified fencing, foaling yards, rubber lined round yard, 6 horse shelters & impressive stable complex comprising 13 Jarrah/rubber lined boxes with automatic water, wash bay & tack room. A 6m x 12m 4 bay shed & a 14m x 12m shed/workshop. Over 225,000 litres of tank water storage, 4 dams&pasturessownwithclover&Italianryeprovideamplefeed. Tennis court, automatic gated entry & truck storage area.

Private Sale Inspect Land Price Terry Gibson Tom May Woodend

With views to inspire and distract, this north facing property is set amongst rows of mature olive trees with an undulating landscape. Features include open plan living, 3.5kw solar capacity, town power, tank water & a 6ML bore.

Private Sale Inspect As advertised or by appointment Price $1,100,000 - $1,200,000 Land 4.78 ha (11.82 acres) approx Tom May 0413 996 185

16 Doyeswood Drive Woodend This three year old, 6 star energy rated modern family home offers a flexible floor plan with room for all the family. A great place to call home, two minutes drive to central Woodend for schools, supermarket, cafes & V/Line station.

Private Sale Inspect As advertised or by appointment Price $940,000 - $990,000 Land 605 sqm approx Terry Gibson 0488 003 920 KN257371

459 Lauriston Road Lauriston

As advertised or by appointment 16.19 ha approx $2,800,000 0488 003 920 0413 996 185 5427 2800

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163 Batters Lane Kyneton

Private Sale $1,650,000 - $1,800,000

2.83 ha

Contact Paul Caine 0407 393 900

View Saturday 22nd May 2.00pm-2.30pm

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KN257384

This property is for the fastidious buyer looking for a quality home with sustainability stamped all over it, on a manageable acreage close to Kyneton township. Travel up the central tree-lined drive, past the dam and multiple paddocks fenced in quality, low maintenance materials to discover a home surrounded by privacy on all sides with trees, lawn, and an abundance of peace and space. Close to Kyneton, V/Line train and freeway access this property represents sustainable living at its ﬁnest, with the lifestyle and luxury of city living. Inspection will not disappoint in this dress circle location.

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for sale The Fairy Tale 330 Eagles Road, Harcourt Create your own fable with this picture book mudbrick cottage nestled beautifully within its 10acre parklike surrounds. Built in 1985, Rosegrove, will charm you immediately with an open plan kitchen/ living, 4 bedrooms and family bathroom. Shedding and established trees. With stunning views to Mount Alexander and surrounds.

$849,000 View By Appointment Contact Genevieve Cantwell 0418 362 270

Northern Views 9 Faraday School Road, Faraday Positioned within approx 19 acres of picturesque landscape is this charming log cabin style family home. Open plan kitchen and dining with separate living room and four bedrooms. Large dam, majestic old gum trees, granite boulders, fenced paddocks, and the Forest Creek running through. Northern views to the surrounding hills and Mount Alexander.

Ideal Country Living 105 Rilens Road, Muckleford Offering both seclusion and privacy, this charming country residence in the Muckleford Valley on 23 acres, nestled within established native gardens. The light ﬁlled home offers open plan kitchen/living, second living room, 4 spacious bedrooms each with robes, main with ensuite and family bathroom. Entertaining area with inground pool and shedding.

Walk Right In 1 Tackane Court, Campbells Creek Set in a quiet and friendly neighbourhood is this neat and well ﬁnished family home on a 739m2 corner allotment. Four double bedrooms, main with ensuite bathroom, central bathroom, open plan kitchen, separate front lounge and spacious living/ dining area both with sliding doors leading to a generous patio area.

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$579,000 View Saturday 22 May 12:15 - 12:45pm Contact Tom Robertson 0473 642 644

Charming Escape 198 Hargraves Street, Castlemaine This pretty Victorian weatherboard cottage on 303 sqm features three bedrooms, the third with direct access to the original brick dairy. The living area with French doors leading to the north facing deck. Well-appointed modern country style kitchen, updated family bathroom. Restumped and rewired, this cottage provides all the charm.

$759,000 View Saturday 22 May 12:30 - 1:00pm Contact Michael Cantwell 0419 339 003

$1,175,000 View By Appointment Contact Genevieve Cantwell 0418 362 270

$589,000 View By Appointment Contact Michael Cantwell 0419 339 003

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4/37 Maldon Road, Castlemaine

$300pw Brick townhouse featuring two bedrooms, open plan living with split system heating and cooling. Kitchen with electric oven and cooktop, bathroom and separate laundry. Outside includes single carport and garden shed. Available end of May 2021.

5 Treasure Street, Castlemaine

$275pw This one bedroom dwelling is perfect if you are seeking privacy and comfort. Living/kitchen area with split system and electric hotplate for cooking. Bathroom with room for laundry facilities. Price includes all utilities and internet. Available end of June 2021.

22 Main Road, Campbells Creek

$420pw 3 bedroom plus study (4th bedroom) family home with ensuite. 2 living areas, new kitchen with stainless steel gas appliances, split system and wood heating. Also includes solar panels to keep your electricity bills low.

14 Chapel Street, Campbells Creek

$550pw Formal sitting room, three bedrooms, modern family bathroom, open plan kitchen/dining and living area, separate powder room and laundry. Stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, ceiling fan and split system air conditioner. Available from 22 May 2021, 12 month lease.

128 Blanket Gully Road, Campbells Creek

$350pw Two bedrooms self-contained unit. Central bathroom, open plan living and dining area including split system heating and cooling. Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, under bench space for laundry purposes. Tank water with septic. NBN available. Electricity included.

Invest or Occupy 54 Etty Street, Castlemaine Choose one or choose them all. These rock solid two bedroom townhouses are all for sale. They are all currently let to long term tenants who are happy to stay on or if you would like to move in now can be sold with vacant possession. This is an opportunity for a smart investment or a great place to call home. Inspection by appointment only.

$429,000 EA View Saturday 22 May 10:30 - 11:00am Contact Tom Robertson 0473 642 644

t: 5472 1133 cantwellproperty.com.au

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275 Barker Street, Castlemaine

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Ideal country living

Offering both seclusion and privacy, this charming country residence in the Muckleford Valley, close to the Steiner School and golf club, is only 7kms from the centre of Castlemaine with its cafes, shopping hub and commuter trainline. Set on 23 acres and beautifully nestled within established native gardens, the light-filled home offers open plan kitchen/dining and living, a second family/living room, four spacious bedrooms, main with ensuite and walk-in robe, laundry and family bathroom. Other features include a 10kw solar system, under-floor

heating, split systems, wood heater, 15,000 gallons rainwater storage, a substantial dam, double garage/workshop with internal access, double carport and separate studio/home office. The garden features beautiful drystone walls by local stonemasons and a large in-ground swimming pool with adjoining entertaining area, perfect for relaxed family gatherings. Picturesque Bassett Creek winds through the property’s rear boundary. Enjoy tranquil rural living with the convenience of town nearby.

A truly stunning property Ideally positioned in the tightly held Hall Street area on (approx.) 1012m2 allotment, this classic Victorian retains many of its beautiful original features. Set on a large allotment, the weatherboard dwelling offers an arched entry hallway, three bedrooms with fireplaces, master with walk-in robe, family/dining room, loungeroom, kitchen, bathroom and laundry. The well-appointed kitchen features a central island bench, ample storage space, dishwasher, two ovens and a 'Falcon' double stove. Ducted heating and evaporative cooling provide year-round comfort. There are two self-contained one bedroom studios ideal for dual living arrangements, as a BandB or simply extra space for family and friends. Extras include a double carport, single garage, garden shed and glass hot house. Inverugie is only a two minute drive to Castlemaine CBD and within walking distance to the Botanical Gardens, Mt Alexander Golf Course and Kaweka Sanctuary.

Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

‘Inverugie’ circa 1890 Victorian classic 18 Hall Street, Castlemaine $1,250,000 Keogh Real Estate 5472 1248

Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Spacious home and studio on 23 acres 105 Rilens Road, Muckleford $1,175,000 Cantwell Property Genevieve Cantwell 0418 362 270

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For Sale $595,000 Web

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Ideally located, oﬀering country peace and tranquil on 1180m2 approx. Extensive quality refurbishment and immaculately presented. Includes stylish bathroom, light ﬁlled spacious lounge and dining, modern stainless steel appliances including 900ml stove and dishwasher Three reverse cycle split systems and solid fuel heater. 76,000L rainwater tank and new fencing Stroll to charming Village, train station, Botanical Gardens, restaurants, cafes, general store and bakery A COVID-19 contact form must be signed to attend all inspections

Jennifer Pearce 0427 422 508

jennifer.pearce@kyneton.rh.com.au

213 Trio Road, Kyneton

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• Large two storey family home on 6.9 acres approx. • Family room with wood ﬁre and hostess kitchen including granite bench tops and plenty of storage • A separate formal lounge/dining room featuring cathedral ceilings • Ample water supply including three rainwater tanks and bore • A COVID-19 contact form must be signed to attend all inspections

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For Sale $1,500,000 Web

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Jennifer Pearce 0427 422508

jennifer.pearce@kyneton.rh.com.au

Kyneton 5422 2678 13 High St, Kyneton rh.com.au/kyneton

People want to buy in Kyneton Web

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HAS THE FEDERAL BUDGET GIVEN YOU EXTRA BENEFITS TO MAKE YOUR MOVE • What does the latest Federal Budget mean for property prospects. • Can the beneﬁts provide your buyers with extra cash ﬂow to spend. • We are seeing the highest prices ever in our area, buyers are looking to move. • Know your worth, you may be surprised. • Arrange a FREE MARKET APPRAISAL.

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MIDLAND PROPERTY & LIVING Australian dream is alive and well Gil King, CEO, Real Estate Institute of Victoria The real estate sector is abuzz with talk about REIV’s March quarter median price data, which show historic increases for a number of areas in Melbourne and regional Victoria. For the first time, houses in metro Melbourne surpassed a median value of $1m jumping by 8.8 per cent from the previous quarter to land at $1,004,500. We need to look beyond the hype to see the full picture. In regional Victoria, houses surpassed $500,000 for the first time with a 4.1 per cent increase from the December quarter, and 12.3 per cent annual growth. While regional unit prices recorded a 5.9 per cent quarterly increase, they are now 19.1 per cent more valuable than they were 12 months ago. Many city-dwellers are taking up residence in regional Victoria, as flexible working conditions are being embraced and encouraged by more and more organisations. Gains in regional Victoria show that the benefits of the strong market have been spread around the state, not just in the traditional inner suburbs. Victorians are looking beyond the inner suburbs to find the lifestyle they want. These intra-state migrants will help to create jobs, boost local businesses, and revitalise regional communities. Across the country, the number of firsthome buyers increased to 45,759 in December quarter, up 24.7 per cent, with Victoria experiencing a similarly positive trend. Loans to first-home buyers now make up 42 per cent of the owner-occupier market, and credit growth in Australia from invest-

ment housing and owner-occupier housing has also been showing a positive trajectory throughout 2020 and into early 2021. These numbers demonstrate that new entrants to the property sector are taking advantage of beneficial market conditions and incentives, such as low interest rates, first-home buyer grants and mortgage repayment holidays. With Victoria’s property sector reaching an estimated 35,000 transactions in the March quarter – the highest prior-correspondingperiod result since 2015 – it’s important to consider if this performance is indeed sustainable. To answer this, we need to look at a few important external influences for the sector over the six to 12 months: How significant an impact will the new Residential Tenancies Act have on property owners – will investors consider other investment options as they realise how onerous the new rules are for landlords? How will the continued closure of international borders impact overseas investors? How might credit levels change if interest rates rise? Will fewer international students and less migration contribute to downward pressure on rent levels? How long will government play a role in providing incentives for first-home buyers? They’re all critical factors people in the sector should be attuned to. But, in the meantime, we can take a moment to reflect on the fact that the property sector in Victoria is a significant economic contributor that’s enabling opportunity for more and more Victorians every day.

RT Edgar Macedon Ranges welcomes Jodie Alcaraz to sales With a long-held passion for property, including renovating and gardening for her own projects, Jodie Alcaraz knows better than most how attention to detail and understanding clients’ needs are essential in the competitive real estate industry. A Macedon Ranges local from birth, Jodie’s intimate knowledge of the region is only surpassed by her competitive desire to achieve outstanding results for her clients, with whom she develops authentic, long-lasting relationships. With extensive experience in sales, property management and customer service, Jodie’s enthusiasm and love of the country lends itself to the soundtrack for her successful sales career, as does her strong sense of community with her now grown-up children benefiting from her many years of volunteering and dedication to their extracurricular activities. It is with this in mind, along with a strong work ethic and friendly, reliable and fastidious nature, that Jodie prides herself on being able to offer her clients the very best service, continuously striving to achieve the best outcomes for all parties.

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Maldon

$735,000

35 Lowther Street STYLISH ELEGANCE WITH GOLF COURSE VISTA

3A2B 3C

This near new single level home combines a smart ﬂoor plan and northerly aspect to deliver a home that offers easy and comfortable modern living and with golf course views, this home ticks all the boxes. The luxurious styled interior has a lovely feel, starting with the front living room which invites lovely northerly light and intimate living space. The master suite has a calming aura, enviable walk-in robe and stylish ensuite. The additional 2 bedrooms with built in robes, run along the left side of the home and share a luxury feel family sized bathroom complete with bath, separate shower and vanity, plus a separate toilet. Off the generous hallway is a bespoke study area with built in shelving, and laundry with outside access. To the rear of the home is the relaxed open plan living with Jetmaster open ﬁreplace, dining and kitchen space that enjoys a curated garden outlook. Entertaining is easy in the stunning kitchen with central Island bar and Caesarstone bench tops, large walk-in pantry with sink and dishwasher.

Chewton

$675,000

10 Pitman Street SOLID AND CLASSIC CREAM BRICK WITH LARGE LIGHT ROOMS LOVELY COUNTRY GARDEN AND OUTLOOK WITH 1,515M2 (0.37 ACRE) LAND.

3A1B 2C

Beautifully maintained and presented, Classic Cream brick home set in the village of Chewton and easy stroll from the nearby school, pub and sports ground. The spacious, original ﬂoor plan features a patio entry and verandah, plus a stone paved patio entertaining area at the rear with a north facing garden outlook. The home has 3 double bedrooms with robes, a large lounge room with gas heater, renovated kitchen with modern black cooker and Rangehood, plus spacious adjoining dining area with double aspect window. There are new blinds, fresh paintwork and an updated bathroom with large bath and separate shower. New reverse cycle air conditioning plus gas heating.

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$695,000

2B Warren Street DIVINE MODERN HOME IN A LEVEL LOVELY GARDEN POSITIONED IN A COUNTRY LANE!

3A2B 2C

Located in the heart of Harcourt and offering plenty of privacy this well-maintained residence is sure to impress. Set behind a fence, and on a 588sqm allotment, this property is a short stroll to the General Store, Bowls Club and Primary School - all just off the freeway allowing convenient access to the City/Castlemaine/Bendigo. The inviting and fastidiously kept home features pavement driveway and double garage with direct access, verandah entry, two living areas - one formal, the main generously sized and open plan with a dining area and nicely appointed kitchen that features a Caesarstone bench, 900mm stainless Westinghouse oven and dishwasher, plus a walk-in pantry. There are 3 double bedrooms with robes - main with walk-in robe and ensuite bathroom. The home is light and bright, has ceiling fans, ducted cooling and heating, plus a combustion wood ﬁre too.

Rob Waller Director 0418 571 130

Jasmine Allan Property Manager

Narelle Waller Director 0408 571 131

Jennifer Bendeich Property Manager

167 Barker Street, Castlemaine (03) 5470 5811 30A Main Street, Maldon (03) 5475 1055

For more information regarding these roles, please contact Narelle Waller for a conﬁdential chat. Phone: 0408 571 131 Email: narelle@wallerrealty.com.au

Brett Tweed Sales 0417 564 697

Stuart Hassett Sales 0408 596 871

Blasi Mulholland

Leasing Manager 0417 311 733

Kirsty Mulholland Property Manager

wallerrealty.com.au

Catrina Weiss Asset Manager

KN257324

Harcourt

Due to growth Waller Realty require two experienced Property Managers for our Castlemaine and Bendigo ofﬁces.

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Gisborne 159 Willowbank Road

Features include level land with all services available, existing brick veneer 3 bedroom residence in mature garden setting, several very aesthetically pleasing mature native tress enhancing the landscape, two separate titles, rectangular shape and 304 metres sealed road frontage. Under the Gisborne Futures Structure Plan (July 2020) the property is in a ‘Residential Growth and infill area’ and noted as ‘underdeveloped existing residential land’ and is only 450 metres from Willowbank Road Neighbourhood ‘Future Activity Centre’.

Auction Thursday 3 June at 2pm Reserve Price $3,750,000 View By appointment John Keating 0419 880 444

KN257372

Develop now or hold for assured capital growth investment. If you build your dream primary residence on the property, under current ATO rules capital appreciation upon future sale would be tax free.

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Meticulously cared for, expertly constructed and with a fantastic family friendly floor plan this stunning family home offers multiple formal and informal living spaces including a vast versatile rumpus room, four large bedrooms with walk in robes and two beautifully renovated bathrooms all with stylish contemporary decors and neutral colour pallet. No expense is spared on the kitchen which is brand new with walk in pantry, beautiful stone benchtops with waterfall edges and high end appliances and there is a separate study, store room and recently renovated laundry. The home is warmed by zoned underfloor heating and real flame fire places in the formal lounge and rumpus rooms and there are dual garages capable of housing 3 large vehicles, a workshop or storage space and an enviable outdoor living space.

Kerrie 177 Shannons Lane

'Blackwood Hill' - 15.24 Ha (37.6 Acres)

Very rare opportunity to secure a small farming acreage with existing cottage residence in a very picturesque area known as the dress circle and most highly regarded aesthetically pleasing area of the beautiful Macedon Ranges. Existing 2 bedroom cottage with large open plan kitchen/living area is ripe for refurbishment for use as a classic weekend retreat or demolish and replace with your new dream grand designs residence sited to take advantage of northerly aspect and beautiful long views over the adjoining rolling country side.

Auction Saturday 22nd May at 11am Reserve price $1,975,000 View By appointment John Keating 0419 880 444 Peter Wood 0408 866 774

Auction Saturday 5 June at 11am Reserve Price $1,350,000 View Saturday 22 May 12.30-1pm or by appointment John Keating 0419 880 444 Peter Wood 0408 866 774

KN257373

New Gisborne 105 Kemp Road

'Windrush' – 2.016 Ha (Approx 5 Acres) Wonderful family home in blue chip location

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A statement in style

A statement in style best describes this residence situated in a highly desirable location in Gisborne South; where fresh country air, tranquillity and convenience prevail in great abundance. Escape the hustle and bustle and make your move to the country and surround yourself with the native animals and birds that have also made this property their home. Every room offers large picture windows, providing breathtaking views over the gardens and peaceful valley. Internal features include three bedrooms – master with ensuite – study, two living areas, kitchen with granite benchtops, meals/ family area and flooded gum floors. Need space for a horse or two? Well here it is! A wine cellar for the wine connoisseur, double carport, a shed/ workshop, and outdoor entertaining area. Properties for sale in this location are not often listed for sale, so be quick or be sorry you missed out.

Property: Address: Price: Auction: Agent: Contact:

Stylish home on 4.33Ha 168 Benson Road, Gisborne South $1,500,000 to $1,600,000 June 5 @ 1pm Raine and Horne Gisborne Ken Grech 0418 509 710

www.keoghrealestate.com 21 HARGRAVES STREET CASTLEMAINE M: 0400 221 248 P: 5472 1248

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291 RESERVOIR ROAD, HARCOURT

39 ACRES WITH MOUNT VIEWS

$895,000

- Comprising of four bedrooms, kitchen/dining, lounge, two bathrooms and laundry. - 10 megalitre water right, four tanks & two dams. - 40’ x 20’ shed with power and concrete ﬂoor. - Property backs onto Oak Forest at base of Mt Alexander.

104 DUKE STREET, CASTLEMAINE

IDEAL INVESTMENT OR FIRST HOME

$485,000

- Within walking distance to centre of town. - Comprising of two bedrooms, kitchen, living, bathroom and laundry. - Approx 660m2 allotment.

$895,000 to $935,000

- Featuring 4 bedrooms, open-plan kitchen/living/dining, rumpus room, 2 bathrooms, laundry & study. - Dam, 25,000 gallons rain water tanks and bore water for garden, stock or irrigation use. - Carport, large shed with power and concrete ﬂoor, double garage and extra small shed.

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LIFESTYLE PROPERTY-18 ACRES WITH RURAL VIEWS

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Connecting Country’s dedicated team of volunteers is out in the field this month checking nest boxes across the Mount Alexander region. For 2021, the nest boxes will be checked by trained and insured volunteers rather than staff. The volunteers are farmers, students and local community leaders, and bring a range of experience to the project. Connecting Country recently joined forces with Castlemaine Field Naturalists Club to inspect some local nest boxes and were delighted to find both brush-tailed phascogales (also known as the tuan) and sugar gliders. This shows the importance of the nest boxes in our landscape, where old trees with hollows are far and few between. Connecting Country began their nest box program in 2010 and have installed over 450 nest boxes on private and public land across the region. The nest boxes have been designed specifically for use by the brush-tailed phascogale, a nocturnal hollow-dependent marsupial that lives in the local area. This adorable little animal has experienced a serious range contraction and decline in numbers and is listed as threatened under Victorian legislation. The nest boxes provide supplementary habitat for phascogales and other native animals such as the sugar glider, particularly in areas where natural tree hollows are lacking. It is anticipated that providing additional nesting sites, albeit artificial, will contribute to an increase in local phascogale populations and distribution. Nest boxes are located across the landscape systematically, so data can used to analyse some of the factors that might influ-

ence nest box use. Connecting Country’s monitoring coordinator Jess Lawton said it was exciting to finally be able to check in on our threatened phascogales, which were last monitored in 2018. "We’ve invested heavily in training and safety procedures, but seeing people’s faces light up the first time they see an animal in a nest box is so special," said Ms Lawton, who has also studied phascogales as part of her PhD project. "Our nest box project is an invaluable way to engage the community in nature conservation, to provide homes for a threatened species, and to learn more about habitat requirements for phascogales." To bolster the safety of this year’s program, volunteer team leaders attended training in early April 2021, covering the topics of nest box inspections, how to climb a ladder safely, and how to identify species such as phascogales and sugar gliders. Safety Systems from Bendigo provided the ladder safety training, and helped improve systems to keep volunteers safe. Volunteer team leaders are supported by Connecting Country's monitoring coordinator and a network of volunteer nest box helpers. Without these volunteers, the program would be unable to continue, so Connecting Country would like to thank them for their dedication and commitment to this project, and the broader aims of landscape restoration. Connecting Country's 2021 nest box monitoring is only possible thanks to financial support from Bank Australia and Wettenhall Environment Trust.

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Solution No.1483 6 7 1 2 9 3 5 4 1 7 8 5 2 9 9 2 3 4 6 7 8 5 8 2 6 7 1 4 1 4 8 5 3 6 2 2 3 9 1 4 5 7 3 9 4 7 1 8 6 8 5 6 3 2 9 1 7 6 5 9 8 4 3

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TRADES&SERVICES Murray River Redgum BONE DRY FIREWOOD

Phone: 5422 3081 Mobile: 0418 590 137 Free Quotes — No Job too Small — Mark Boyer

6 cub m Split — $185 per cub m 12 cub m Split — $180 per cub m 20 cub m Split — $175 per cub m 20 cub m Unsplit — $165 per cub m FREE DELIVERY

Ph Peter 5423 7103

ELECTRICAL KN243837

CABINETRY/JOINERY REC 20074

HANDYMAN floor sanding specialists

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• Residential and CommeRCial • PoweR Points and lighting • switChboaRds and safety switChes • UndeRgRoUnd PoweR sUPPly • Phone, data and tV Points • smoke alaRms • RewiRes

DALE 0438 510 334

– Repairs – Re-stretching – Can supply all materials – Lay Secondhand Carpet

03 5479 1800

KN257282 KN241570

Servicing the Macedon Ranges and Surrounding Districts

89E Piper Street, Kyneton 6 Ladd Road, New Gisborne www.macedonrangesglass.com.au

You could have an advertisement in this Directory for as little as

LAND SURVEYING

Servicing Mount Alexander and Macedon Ranges Shires and surrounds E: roowaan@ @waalsshmoobbs.ccom.aau

Planning Permits – Subdivisions – Title Surveys – Levels/Contours – Boundary Check Surveys – Feature Surveys – Building Set-outs – Adverse Possession

Licensed Surveyor: Rowan Mobbs – 0408 994 985

$56 (incl. gst. per week)

KN255703

OPENING HOURS MON-FRI 8am-5pm, SAT (9am-12pm)

Phone 03 5422 6497 106-110 Beauchamp St, Kyneton

☎ 0407 823 900

5422 1724 | 5428 2899

pcelectric.com.au

• Float repairs, refurbishment and builds • Stock Crate repairs and custom builds • Custom Truck and Ute Trays • Trailer repairs and parts • Steel and bolt sales • Welding fabrication services and supplies

Call Ross on 0421 367 040

Robert Schomacker

• Showerscreens • Splashbacks • Double glazing • Mirrors

JDL FABRICATION SERVICES

Apple and Windows Advice, Assistance and Repairs

KN243689

GLASS

FABRICATION

Computers OK

David Bulmer

Est. 1970 FAST GLASS Replacements

Reliable Professional Service

COMPUTER REPAIRS

computersokoz@gmail.com www.computersok.com.au

OVER 25 YRS. EXP. Servicing Country Victoria

KN251460

BRIAN BUTLER

Electrical & Data Specialists

General Repairs, Maintenance,

Sanding & Polishing Old & New Timber Floors Expert Staining

MACEDON RANGES GLASS

REC 13 3295

Phone 0408 302 356

All our glass supplied and installed are in accordance with Australian Standards

SERVICING THE MACEDON RANGES

CARPET LAYER

CONTRACT CARPETS

E: info@innovativeglassaluminium.com.au

Phone Kerrie 5422 1488 or email kgleeson@midnews.com.au

Trades & Services

Fr ee Qu ot es

CONCRETING

PC Concreting & Paving

Phone Kerrie on 5422 1488 to book your space

Specialising in sheds, driveways, paths and house extensions

0417 014 903 (KYNETON) pcconcreting@gmail.com

KN243822

15 Years Experience.

PETER

EARTHMOVING

KN243698

& TREE LOPPING SPECIALISTS • All aspects t off earthmoving th i • Friendly professional service • Free quotes

SERVICING MACEDON RANGES AND MT. ALEXANDER

Call John - 0428 857 430 www.big-landexcavation.com.au

Painting, Gardening

Phone Darren 0411 505 045

Phone 0488 609 495

FLOOR SANDING

KITCHENS & CABINETS FLATPACKS

Specialising in kitchens, bathrooms, wardrobes Custom/Cabinetry, Flatpacks, Shop/Ofﬁce Joinery Latest in design and manufacturing technology 36 years industry experience Located in Kyneton

Our services include. • Fast glass replacement • Aluminium windows and doors • Office partitions • Shower screens • Double Glazing - Retrofits • Splashbacks and mirrors • Glass tabletops • Pet doors • Balustrading and pool fencing

Advertise your business now!

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887 351

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• Trenching • Post holes • Excavations • Quarry material supplies

Innovative Glass & Aluminium established in 2016 servicing metro Melbourne and Macedon Ranges areas. Owner, Jordan Ashley is a fully Qualified Glazier with ten years of experience in domestic and commercial Glazing.

KN243813

Phone Wayne

Mobile: 0419

FIREWOOD

Tiling, Carpentry,

Local Technician Digital Reception Specialist • 7 Days • 35 years' experience

Boyers Excavations

GLASS

KN251454

Antennas

FIREWOOD

KN243829

Best View

EARTHMOVING

KN251452

ANTENNAS

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TRADES&SERVICES

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SEPTIC

TREE SERVICES KN243817

PLUMBING

• Free Quotes • Tree & Stump Removal • Travel Tower Hire • Fully Insured

DAVID McINTOSH (Manager) QUALIFIED ARBORIST

Mob: 0417 322 342 • Bus: 5422 2420 New Homes • Renovations • Septic and Sewer Roofing and Guttering • Blocked Drains Gas Fitting • General Plumbing KN243699

Phone 0418 526 769

KN246065

Email pmtree@bigpond.com www.pmtreelopping.com.au

Septic Tank and Grease Trap De-Sludging 7 DAYS A WEEK

Phone Malcolm Tyquin

Saturday: 8.30 am - 12 pm

• Tree removal • Stump grinding • Tree planting/transplanting • Tree pruning/removal • Cabling and bracing • Confined space removal • Free quotes • Fully insured reliable service

services

224 Barker Street, Castlemaine. Phone: 5472 2533

www.fasom.com.au

LAND CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT SEPTIC SYSTEM INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE

PROPERTY CLEAN UP

www.sanae-svcs.com.au

Anthony De Fazio Arborist

PO Box 1040, Daylesford, VIC 3460 koos.hulst@sanae-svcs.com.au (03) 5348 6620 or 0437 747 619

SIMS

REBLOCKING

Are you buying a house?

Then get your foundations checked by us before you purchase the house.

for as little as KN243816

• Best prices •

Family owned and operated

SERVICES

5429 1735 / 0428 322 486

RENDERING

Cement & Acrylic Rendering Professionals

• Mudbrick Restorations • Painting Services • Cement/Acrylic Rendering • Solid Plastering • Heritage Resoration • Styrene Cladding Systems • Renovations -Domestic - Commercial • Latest styles, colours and textures • Free quotes onsite and off plans • Top Quality, Best price and on-time service

KN243752

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0417 479 491 www.rendersolutions.com.au

kgleeson@midnews.com.au

Phone Kerrie 5422 1488 or email kgleeson@midnews.com.au

JDL FABRICATION

Fully Insured HIA Member

To book your spot contact Kerrie on 5422 1488 or email

(incl. gst. per week)

Business Proﬁle

KN251445

Houses, Schools, Halls and Sheds as well as construct or reinstall verandahs and decks

$56

EPA Permit

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WE RESTUMP AND UNDERPIN

Midland Express Advertising GETS RESULTS! Call us today! 5422 1488

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7 days a week, all areas.

www.countrywidebuildingservices.com.au

admin.cbs@bigpond.com

Phone 1800 995 732

SEPTIC TANK & GREASE TRAP CLEANING

Also available high pressure drain cleaning and septic tank lines.

REGISTERED BUILDING PRACTITIONER OBLIGATION FREE QUOTE Over 20 years experience

• Qualified Arborist • Tree Pruning and Removal • Mulch and Firewood Sales • Stump removal • FREE QUOTES • Locally Owned and Operated

Adam Mob. 0438 226 572 Peter Mob. 0407 506 644 5422 2952

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0417 059 969

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Monday to Friday: 8.30 am- 5 pm.

0418 507 172

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• General plumbing, rooﬁng and gasﬁtting • Hot water repairs and replacements • Sewer and septic repairs and new installations • Wood heating, gas heating and cooling systems • Kitchen, bathroom and laundry products • Pumps and tanks SHOWROOM OPEN

Phone 5422 6497

Call in and see us at 106-110 Beauchamp St, Kyneton for all your Welding fabrication services and supplies including: • Float repairs, refurbishment and builds. • Stock Crate repairs and custom builds. • Custom Truck and Ute Trays. • Trailer repairs and parts. • Steel and bolt sales and more! Hours: Monday to Friday – 8am-5pm. Saturday – 9am-12pm

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OR MAIL

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SIMMONDS John Charles

FRY - ANGOVE Josh

A True Legend

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Robert and Robyn Scott We wish you both many more years together.

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Deepest Sympathy to my daughter Lisa and my dearest Grand children Duncan, Mackenzie and Digby. We all loved John so much. Bill & Jean (dec) Hadlow KN257411/J

Deaths

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Patrick Noel Cullen 26.12.1940 – 14.5.2021

FOUND ADVERTISEMENTS DOG/CAT ADVERTISERS dog or cat for sale unless the advertisement includes the animal's and the

John Charles Simmonds 14.03.1968 – 02.05.2021

30.08.2002 - 09.05.2021

Passed away peacefully at home on the night of Sunday the 2nd of May.

Deep in our hearts you will always stay Loved and remembered every day.

If you can’t get to our office you may place a classified at: Woodend Newsagency Lancefield Newsagency Malmsbury General Store

In loving memory of a very loved and favourite son in law.

Passed peacefully at Castlemaine Hospital. Husband of Erica, father to Kathryn, Elizabeth and Daniel, stepfather to Miranda, father in law to Nathan, Sarah and Josh. Grandad to Ciaran, Archer, Ruby and Kathryn May he Rest In Peace For funeral details please see Patrick’s tribute page on the website of Mount Alexander Funerals.

Loving and Devoted Son of Hannah & Brad Angove, Seth Fry and their families. We all love you Family and friends are invited to attend Josh’s Funeral Service, to be held in the Church of Christ, 66 Blakeley Road, Castlemaine on Thursday, May 20th 2021, commencing at 1:30pm. At the conclusion of the Service, Josh will be Privately Cremated.

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Olivia Laura Hickey 14.8.2015 – 9.5.2021 Passed away suddenly. Much loved daughter of Kevin and sister of Jessica The tears in our eyes we can wipe away, But the ache in our hearts will always stay. Love Dad and Jessica KN257438/L

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Joanne Elizabeth Dwyer ‘Jo Keogh’ 1981-2021 Suddenly passed away 6th May 2021. Very much loved and deeply missed. Loving daughter of Marilyn and Harry / Dan and Qing; Sister of Simon, Christine, Peter and Lindsay; Granddaughter of Betty Keogh; Niece of Aunty Shellie, Niece and Cousin of the Keogh, Dwyer, Hood, Toohey, Macdonald and Wang families. ‘Heaven’ - somewhere over the rainbow. Rest now in eternal peace our darling Jo. Such a strong beautiful girl. KN257435/L

Deaths

Olivia Laura Hickey 14.8.2015 - 9.5.2021 Olivia, my beautiful sweet little angel, you were taken way too soon but you have made a big impact on everyone you met. I’ll always remember your cheeky personality, your beautiful curly blonde hair and amazing zest for life. I’ll never ever forget you ‘Love you to the moon and back’ Mummy ‘I’ll hold you in my heart Until I hold you again in Heaven’ My dear sweet sister, I miss you so much, you were a little angel, your hair was bright as the sun, you liked to go on adventures. You meant the world to me. From your big sis, Jess

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Loving husband of 35 years to Lisa. Loved & proud father of Duncan, Mackenzie, and Digby. “May you rest peacefully after a long and cruel battle in which you fought till the very end. Your memories in which we shared will be cherished forever. Your knowledge in which you granted us will forever guide us to living our best life. You will be sadly missed, and our lives will never be the same.” All our love, Lisa, Duncan, Mackenzie, and Digby. KN257423/J

Deaths

Robbie William Wright 17.9.1932 – 10.5.2021 Passed away Monday 10th May, aged 88 years. Son of Dora and Stephen Wright (both deceased). Brother of Fred, Stephen, Dora, Joyce, Roy and Ron (all deceased). Loved husband of Barbara (dec) and partner of June. Loving father and father-in-law to Kathy and Gary, Ann and Robert. Grandfather of 5, great-grand father of 13. With tears we saw you suffer Dad, we watched you fade away, our hearts were slowly breaking, as you fought so hard to stay. You did not want to leave us, but you did not go alone, for part of us went with you, the day God called you home. Much loved father of Kathy, father-in-law of Gary, grandfather to Luke and Heath, great grandfather to Charlie, Olivia, Toby, Sonny, Annie and Billy. Treasured memories. His pleasures were simple, his needs were few, if his family was happy, he was too. Rest peacefully Dad, in some place green, some place nice, some place that’s called Paradise. Much loved father of Ann, father-in-law of Robert, grandfather to Melissa, Aleisha and Angela, great-grandfather to Isla, Finn, Neve, Harry, Archer, Hudson and Marley. Sadly missed and forever in our hearts. A funeral service was held for Robbie in Castlemaine on Saturday 15th May.

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CLASSIFIEDS THE Snip For Men barber shop will be closed from Tuesday, May 18, until Wednesday, June 2.

CASUAL PRACTICE NURSE

WANTED Carpet and Vinyl Layers

On wages or sub contract rates for Bendigo, Castlemaine and surrounding areas.

Contact Garry on 0408 664 088.

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SPAGHETTI BAR CASUAL WAIT STAFF

Experience preferred but not essential. Above award wage. Contact: daniel@spaghettibar. com.au KN257345/L

CASUAL staff required by resort to work Fridays, for cleaning villas. Ph 5422 0888 or email applications to admin@ kynetonbushresort.com .au

is required for a busy long established General Practice. The position would suit a Div 1 registered nurse with a good work ethic and a positive attitude. The right applicant will work within a team of GP's, Nurses and admin staff in a friendly practice and would have strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work in a busy environment. Experience as a practice nurse is preferred but not essential. Please forward your applications to bgh137@outlook.com

Naturally Hair is looking for a FULLY QUALIFIED HAIRDRESSER to join our team. Part time hours to start, with the potential to go Full time in the second half of the year. If you have a passion for hair and would like to work in a small, friendly salon, please email your resume to info@naturallyhair. com.au KN257409/J

Employment

KN25

Funerals

BB TRUSS & TIMBER PTY LTD TRUCK DRIVER

Dwyer (Keogh)

We currently have a full time truck driving position delivering frames, trusses and structrual steel in Victoria including metropolitan Melbourne. You will need to be neat, tidy, well presented and hold either a HR (Heavy Rigid) or HC (Heavy Combination) truck license. Please email your resume and relevant information to: mick.taylor@bbtruss.com.au

Funeral Mass to celebrate the life of Miss Joanne Dwyer will be offered in St Brigid’s Catholic Church, Chapel Street, Maldon on Friday (May 21) commencing at 11.00am. A private cremation will be held.

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Advertising and Marketing position Opportunity for an enthusiastic and creative person to work in our marketing department. Role to include producing print and digital advertising, preparation of brochures and newspaper display ads etc.

Funeral Services Wm. THOS JONES & SON

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KYNETON 5422 1190 Phone

WWW.WTJONES.COM M.AU

HUNTLY BARTON

Part time/Casual - flexible hours

Mob: 04 408 596 847

The successful applicant must be proficient using the adobe creative suite, have a keen eye for detail, be able to work to deadlines and possess good communication skills and a professional manner. Please email your interest to john@keatings.com.au

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Bereavement Thanks

LIGHT

Lawrence John

09.06.1925 - 01.04.2021 We wish to sincerely thank everyone for their kindness, cards, ﬂowers, e-tributes and donations to RM Begg and comforting expressions of symapthy following the death of our much loved father. A special thank you to Rob Renton, Kyneton RSL, John Scott, Dr Perlesz and all staff at RM Begg home, for your care and support of Laurie. Laurice and Barbara

Contact our friendly staff Kyneton 5422 1488 | Castlemaine 5472 1788

Public Notices

to be held at the

WESLEY HILL HALL ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 6PM 26TH MAY 2021

The Wesley Hill Hall and community market needs your support! Come along to our AGM and get involved. The Wesley Hill Hall Committee is seeking new committee members and we are interested in hearing the views of the community on how we can continue supporting the market, and utilise our historic hall. The current committee will share what is involved in joining, plans, dreams for the hall and market, and generally explain how it all works. Committee members are needed for all ofﬁcial roles: • Treasurer - potential for this role to be supported by a paid book-keeper • Secretary • Chairperson

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at 5pm on

Wednesday, May 26, 2021

Committee members are needed with the following skills and interests: • Maintenance - an understanding of building/ infra-structure, ability to identify maintenance needs and direct tradespeople • Website, social media and general IT skills • Event management & marketing • Community development • Writing and submitting grant applications • Good interpersonal and communication skills • An interest in our local community • A sense of humour! We look forward to seeing you there!

Section 29 of the Fair Trading Act 1999 requires the inclusion of a full name and address (not PO Box Number) – in all advertisements for the supply of goods and services.

ELLIOTT MIDLAND NEWSPAPERS

advises all display service advertisements must comply with the above requirement to avoid prosecution, or provide those details to us to pass to the Dept. of Justice if requested.

Auxiliary

BOOK/GARAGE SALE Saturday May 22nd 9 am - 2 pm At the

OLD R M BEGG HALL (near the ﬂats) 22 Epping Street Kyneton Items Include: Electric Lift Chair, Furniture, Books, H/H Items, Floor Rugs, Craft, Jigsaws, Plants and much more EFTPOS AVAILABLE COVID CONDITIONS APPLY KN257305/J

Tuition Wanted To Sell

FRENCH

TUITION/ CONVERSATION • With a native French experienced teacher • Specialised in year 8 to 12 and adults • Face to face or Zoom CHED LE MELEDO Text or call 0413 198 485

ASBESTOS removals and demolition services, fully insured. Ph Karl 0422 564 878. DEMOLITION reclaimed building materials, old red pavers, corrugated iron, windows, doors, plumbing, electrical, timber, Oregon hardwood, huge amount. Ph Karl 0422 564 878.

HAY

To Let

CASTLEMAINE SELF STORAGE 16 Hitchcock Street

Small squares: Oaten $10, clean pasture $10, lucerne rye $14, produce lucerne $16, low sugar native grass $12. Straw from $6. Rounds: Pasture from $60 GST inc. Can deliver. Leigh and Jan Williamson, near Maldon. Ph 5464 2386 or 0419 585 603 or ﬁnd us on facebook - centralvichay.

☞ 24 hr Monitored Alarms ☞ PIN # Access 7 Days ☞ State-of-the-Art Buildings ☞ Insurance Available ☞ Cartons for Sale 3 minutes from the PO HAY oaten and straw mulch. New seasons, weed and chemical free. Oaten rolls, 5 x 4, $80. Oaten small bales, $10. SAVE ON Straw rolls, 5 x 4, $50. Straw small bales, $6. Can deliver. Ph Chris 0407 561 044.

5470 6917 STORAGE CENTRAL VIC. SELF STORAGE

0408 510 163

Wanted To Rent

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Land For Sale

SELF-CONTAINED ACCOMMODATION

20 acres in historic Castlemaine

Single semi-retired, reliable older man wanting accommodation in Macedon Ranges area. Fit and healthy; able to undertake chores if required.

Located at 20 Sawmill Rd, McKenzies Hill

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Fenced, subdivisible into 5 acre lots Stringy-bark forest, seasonal waxﬂowers Summit overlooks Castlemaine town & views of 6 mountains Access via Pyrenees Hwy to Sawmill & Corbett roads

The Victorian Equal Opportunity Act 1995 makes it unlawful for an advertiser to show any intention to discriminate on the basis of sex, pregnancy, race, age, marital status, political or religious belief or activity, industrial activity, parental or carer status, physical features, disability, lawful sexual activity/ sexual orientation, HIV/AIDS status or on the basis of being associated with a person with one of the above characteristics, unless covered by an exception or granted an exemption under the Act. As we could be legally liable if we print an unlawful advertisement, we will not accept advertisements that appear to break the law. For more information about discrimination in advertising, contact your legal advisers or the Equal Opportunity Commission. KN251491

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Kyneton RSL Sub-Branch

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DISCRIMINATION IN ADVERTISING IS UNLAWFUL!

Notice of Special General Meeting Kyneton RSL Sub-Branch Inc.

NOTICE TO ALL ADVERTISERS

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TRADITIONAL MONUMENTS for an DESIGNED MONUMENTS appo ointment GENERAL STONE MASONRY

Financial Counselling Visiting Castlemaine Community House Fortnightly Call in or make an appointment phone 5438 1300/0456 799 710 Thursdays 10:00am to 3:00pm KN256984/L

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To watch Jo’s service via livestream, please visit her tribute page on the website of Mount Alexander Funerals.

Garage Sales

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14/03/68 – 02/05/21 Our dearest John, We are all stories in the end, remembered by the adventures we had, the achievements we made and the people we loved. Your story John was a best seller! Thankyou for everything you have done for US all and for all the good and bad times we shared together. You are etched into our lives for all time. We shall miss you always. Lisa, Duncan, Mackenzie and Digby, John would be so proud of you for all the love, respect and dignity that you gave to him.

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5422 3573 RECORDS, CDS POSTERS, T SHIRTS ANY MUSIC RELATED MEMORABILIA Best prices offered

Ph Shane 0428 224 613

5422 3476 0409 214 883 Earthmoving

BOBCAT SERVICES

5T EXCAVATOR

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CLASSIFIEDS DID YOU KNOW...

You can email your classiﬁeds and pay for it over the phone!

PugWorkShop Castlemaine

PEUGEOT CITROËN

Service and repairs Doug Norman 0408 508 628 KN251622

Phone Colin 0417 509 699 Roofing Repairs

Macedon Ranges Roof Maintenance Classi ieds

classiﬁeds@midnews.com.au

5422 1488 Kyneton 5472 1788 Castlemaine

Express DL

Call Chris Brady 0407 530 251

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Sell your wheels quick! Advertise your car, boat, motorcycle, truck, caravan, tractor or trailer for only ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

8 Advertisements Up to 20 words Over 50,000 readers Colour Photo

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4 weeks in the Midland Express and the Castlemaine Mail

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GOLF results Champions at Romsey Played over 54 holes, the third and final round of the championships took place in very cold, windy conditions that tested all players on Saturday. Lowmarker Mick Squire held a sevenstroke lead, Scott Williams was ahead by three, and John Freestone by 15 as the field hit off. No one was able to play to their handicap such were the conditions. Andrew Clement 83-8-75 won the day’s stroke event on a countback from Pat Chisholm 87-12-75, with Williams 90-1476 next best. Mitch Atlas, Chris vanDerVliet and Simon Donovan were NTPs. Championship wrap-up follows: Champion – Mick Squire 76,78, 83 – 237. B-grade – Scott Williams 89, 91, 90 – 270. C-grade – John Freestone 99, 97, 109 – 305. John Jeffrey Shield (overall nett) – Rob Rea 222. Peter Scanlon Shield (55 years upwards) –Rob Rea 222. Senior Cup (70+ years) – John Freestone 236 Women's titles Good autumn conditions prevailed for the second round of Romsey women’s championship last Wednesday. Jenny Hartley 98-23-75, Chris Manktelow 110-33-77 and Darlene Baker 97-1780 had the best nett scores. Championship (after two rounds) Baker 92, 97 – 189 leads Hartley 104, 98 – 202. Hartley and Wendy Gosden represented RGC at the Euroa tournament which attracted 63 players on Thursday. Melissa Eddy (Euroa) was the tournament winner, with Jenni Vennel (Gisborne) taking out the B-grade scratch award. In division two pennant played at Broadford last week, Romsey tied with Euroa 2.5/2.5 and Lancefield finished square with Trentham. Kyneton Mark Sciberas and Glenn Cook scored easy wins in Kyneton Golf Club’s RSL singles knockout semi-finals, and will play off in the final on Saturday. Sciberas defeated Barry Keane 4/3 and Cook downed David Ryan 5/3. In Saturday’s stableford Namik Akkurt (12 handicap) had 32 points to edge out Jason McClure (8) on a countback. Robyn MacRae (25) was the women’s winner. Nick Williamson was nearest the pin (2) and also super pin winner with Tracey Branich. Tien Ho, Ross Foreman and Pat

Clohesy were also NTPs. Last Tuesday Lois Scott was the Agrade winner with 93-24-69, from Rosemary Dowling (Royal Melbourne) 96-23-73 and Scott also took out the 36-holes Dr Groves Trophy with 69 and 73 – 142, from Marg Scoble 71, 74 – 145, with Lorraine Ryan in third place. Joan Gibbs 98-36-72 topped B-grade from Beth Murray 96-23-73. Scoble (2), Michelle Werner and Julie Harris were NTPs. The Les Glanfield Memorial 4BBB stableford on Wednesday went to Ric O’Donnell and Peter Walsh with 42 points, one clear of Peter Cameron and Tony DiBella. Kyneton’s number two team beat Belvoir Park 3/1 last week to reach the final of the Bendigo District ladies pennant against Axedale. Good luck to the team members. Lancefield Barry and Graeme Brennan took out the multiple stableford at Lancefield on Saturday with 57 points. Individual grades: A – Barry Brennan (11 handicap) 31; B – Graham Mau (18) 33; C – Kevin McBride (23) 37. Mark Cruise, Barry Flentjar, Dale Schmitt and Melvyn Hall were NTPs. Wednesday women’s stableford: Anne Robinson (37) 41 points, from Wendy Nicholls (29) 38. Midweek men: Peter McGill (9) 33, on a countback from Stewart Stevens (20). Woodend Woodend ladies are off to Lancefield tomorrow for the annual challenge event, and would like to find a change of luck from previous years. Last week’s women’s stableford at Woodend went to Cheryl Garner with 37 points, from Val Chard 34 (also NTP). Ambrose winners the previous weekend were Toby Barker and Scott Barker with a 56.25 tally. Trentham The annual challenge match between Trentham and Gisborne golf ladies originated in the 1990s, and last Wednesday was played at Gisborne, with the home side victorious in a tight finish. Trentham’s A and B-grade winners were Jenny Clarke and Trudy Ferry. Cold and blustery conditions on Saturday confronted the 19 pairs in the American foursomes, and 34 in the men’s par event at Trentham. Sue Byrne and John Hudson shot 82 off the stick for a 70.375 first place in the foursomes, with Rhonda Holcombe and Jim Coglan runners-up. The respective A and B-grade par winners Keith Webster and Scott Batty both shot minus 1.

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A memorable occasion Soccer was played under lights at Barkly Square in Kyneton for the first time on Saturday evening. A series of under age matches between Kyneton District Soccer Club and Castlemaine Goldfields Soccer Club culminated in the senior division five (north-west zone) match between the neighbouring clubs. The clubs competed for the inaugural Challenge Cup, which will become an annual fixture. Kyneton’s long-serving president Ron Cole welcomed district MP Mary-Anne Thomas and Macedon Ranges Mayor Jennifer Anderson, deputy mayor Mark Ridgeway, and Crs Janet Pearce and Bill West, and Football Federation Victoria and Bendigo Soccer League representatives, pointing out the great step forward in safety and the ability to stage night matches offered by the modern lighting system at Barkly Square He also thanked Castlemaine Goldfields for co-operating in staging the matches during the day. Spectators were spread around the perimeter, some watching the matches from their vehicles. The Challenge Cup had been decided in Kyneton’s favour on a points tally before the main match. In the first half a Kyneton player was

Pictured with the Challenge Cup are (from left): Kyneton coach Ben Plant and captain Nick Morley, Castlemaine captain Angus Maclaurin and coach James Laversha. seriously injured, sustaining a suspected broken ankle near the northern goal. In obvious pain, he was made comfortable but could not be moved until an ambulance arrived to take him to hospital. For a time there was some uncertainty about whether the match would resume or be abandoned; eventually the match continued with Kyneton securing a 4-1 victory.

Goldfields club president Aaron Shooter acknowledged the two clubs shared a unique heritage, with a certain amount of healthy rivalry. “However, we are also clear that we have many things in common and hope the day becomes a chance to celebrate both these elements, and add to our combined histories.”

Kyneton’s Ava Coleman was thrilled to hold the Challenge Cup after Saturday’s cavalcade of soccer at Barkly Square on Saturday. Ava scored her first career goal from her new position as a central defensive midfielder as the KUSC under 15 girls had an exciting 1-0 over Castlemaine Goldfields. The day began with the visitors winning the U13 girls’ match on pitch 2. At the same time, on pitch 1, the U14 mixed team had a 3-3 draw, and the same score followed for the U12B mixed side. Kyneton’s U12A mixed side had a convincing 6-4 victory, and the U16 mixed team followed with a 2-0 win over Goldfields. The day concluded with the senior men’s match, won 4-1 by Kyneton. Special thanks goes to KDSC loyal sponsors in Donkey Kyneton, Piper St Food Co and The Pizza and Wine Club for providing food for the evening.

KFNC U14 Lincoln Koliba takes on the challenge of Strathfieldsaye.

Tiger juniors

Kyneton Football Netball Club's junior football results from round four of Bendigo Junior Football League action: Watts Fresh U10 Yellow Goals: Thomas Rowles 1, Madeline Ferguson 1. Awards: Subway - Frank Smith, The Broker Team Alec Whyte, Dynamic Print Group Mars Bar - Heath Curtin and Jesse Tobin. BR Projects U10 Black Goals: Lewis Chettle 3, Jesse Bond 1, Cooper Licari 1, Percy Snelling 1, Kobe Veitch 1. Awards: Subway - Clyde Drago-Stevens, The Broker Team - Jesse Bond, Dynamic Print Group - Blake Stewart and Kobe Veitch. Landmark U12 Mixed Kyneton 2.2-14 drew South Bendigo 1.8-14 Goals: Jordan Veitch 2. Awards: Subway - James Beattie, The Broker Team Nicholas Tricarico, Dynamic Print Group Mars Bar - Ethan Blythe, Bosco Correa,

Kingston Price and Hayden Edmondston. Ray White U14 Girls Bye Eve Trans U14 Boys Strathfieldsaye 15.8-98 def. Kyneton 4.10-34 Goals: Nicholas Clapham 1, Thomas McGrath 1, Thomas Rutledge 1, Bailey Ryan 1. Awards: Subway - Thomas Rutledge, The Broker Team - Hunter Murray, Dynamic Print Group Mars Bar - Bailey Jeffrey, Angus Hoyne, Jayke Bunn and Gabriel Collins. Custom Timber Windows U16 Boys Kyneton 8.9-57 def. Kangaroo Flat 8.3-51 Goals: Joshua Brown 3, Jye Chambers 1, Brady Muir 1, Bodhi Perry 1, Harrison Sheahan 1, Bailey Ryan 1. Awards: Subway - Frankie Ellis, The Broker Team - Harry May, Dynamic Print Group Mars Bar - Jacob Girvan, Bodhi Perry, Bailey Ryan and Thomas Rutledge.

Rangers’ Ethan L kicks away as teammates Charlie C, Nick S and Tate C watch on. Photo: Andrew Wiseman Macedon Rangers Soccer Club's Under 10 girls and Under 9 and 10 boys were invited by Melbourne City Football Club to attend the Melbourne City v Wellington Phoenix A League game at AAMI Park in Melbourne on Sunday. Some of the kids were the mascots for the player walk on and others had the opportunity to play on AAMI Stadium at half time. The smiles could be seen from the moon, for both the kids and the parents. Lauren from Melbourne City went out of her way to ensure the kids would never forget this afternoon. The Macedon Rangers Soccer Club would like to thank Penni at Melbourne City for making a dream become a reality.

Mixed results for Kyneton Grading games continued in round four for Kyneton Basketball Association's seven teams playing in the Bendigo Domestic Winter competition. Young Engineers U14 Girls Div 1: Tigers Gold 32 lost to Generals 35 Hendersons the Gas People U14 Girls Div 2: Tigers Black 34 def Aztec Black 16 Hendersons the Gas People U16 Girls Div 1: Tigers Gold 28 def Girton Silver 10

Optus U16 Boys Div 2/3: Tigers Gold 67 def Strath Lakers 38 Reform Landscaping U16 Boys Div 3: Tigers Black 35 lost to Generals Lions 37 Optus U18 Boys Div 3: Tigers Gold 41 def Phoenix Purple 25 Eve-Trans U18 Boys Div 4: Tigers Black 41 def Strath Storm 29

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Lions demolish Rovers

Harcourt has retained top spot on the Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball League ladder with a blistering 302-point victory over Maryborough Rovers. The Lions out-gunned the valiant Rovers from the first bounce opening with a 12-goal haul in the first term and going on with the demolition to post 47 goals for the match while keeping Borough scoreless. Harcourt sits ahead of Lexton and Trentham with a massive 1098.63 percentage after round four. Goal kickers for Harcourt were Zachary Denahy 13, Benjamin Leech 10, Sean Moss, Kristian Bruce, Thomas Walters, Jack Douglass 3, Darby Semmens, Paul Chaplin, Lachlan Mitchell 2, Christopher Smart, Tomas Stefaniw, Brayden Frost, Joshua Hogg, Alex Code and Nicholas Matricardi. Best in the dominant performance were Darby Semmens, Kyle Hamilton, Lachlan Mitchell, Zachary Denahy, Benjamin Leech and Jordan Gartside. Maldon also had a solid win at home against the struggling Navarre. The Grasshoppers held their own against the Dons in the opening term but Maldon increased their intensity after quarter time and ran away with the match to be convincing winners by 111 points. Rhys Ford led the way for Maldon with 5 and was well supported by Hayden Kelly and Tommy Horne 4, Jack Fowler 3, Harley Muscat, Andrew Wilson 2 and David Wilson 1. Best were Hayden Kelly, Tom Cain, Brendan Josey, Nicholas McKnight, Josh Pascoe and Alex Farrow. Trentham 18.11 (119) defeated Newstead 8.8 (56) in a hard-fought battle. Goal kickers for Newstead were Bradley Richardson 3, Joel Smith 3, Jedd Pedretti 1, Tyler James 1. Best for the Roos were Zachary Tanner, Sam Daldy, Mitchell Stevens, Joel Smith, Anthony Robins, Kieran Sait In other matches Royal Park 9.14 (68) accounted for Natte Bealiba 9.12 (66), Lexton 26.16 (172) had a big win over Dunolly 1.1 (7) and Carisbrook 10.21 (81) defeated

Talbot 7.2 (44). In the Reserves, Harcourt 41.24 (270) once again smashed Maryborough Rovers 3.0 (18). Goal kickers for Harcourt were J. Gale 13, D. Gibson 7, M. McMurtrie 5, J. Maddern 4, K. West 3, J. McMurtrie, M. Powers, C. Cross 2, Z. Lord, L. Mika, H. Waddington. Best were J. Gale, J. Maddern, J. McMurtrie, M. Noonan, J. Lord, D. Gibson. Maldon 25.16 (166) had another big win over Narvarre 4.6 (30). Goal kickers for Maldon were D. Carroll 8, K. Winstanley, H. Brereton 3, J. Cox, N. Petersen, B. Kitchingman, B. Muscat 2, D. Winstanley, M. Carroll, B. Brown. Best were R. Taft, B. Brown, B. Muscat, H. Brereton, J. Baker, A. Davidson. Trentham 10.8 (68) defeated a determined Newstead 6.5 (41). Goal kickers for Newstead were T. Williams 2, J. Berry, D. Cook, S. Shovan, M. Hepburn. In Under 17.5s, Maldon 14.24 (108) had a solid win over Navarre 2.1 (13). Goal kickers for Maldon were D. Ross 4, T. Brereton, B. Farrell, H. Cossens 2, B. Miller, C. Buchanan, R. Muscat, A. Peace. Best were D. Ross, B. Miller, B. O'Dell, T. Brereton, H. Cossens, A. Peace. Newstead 17.21 (123) had a big win over Trentham 0.4 (4). Goal kickers for the Steaders were L. Chapman 3, M. Schembri, O. Daldy, M. Kelsey, C. Chapman 2, N. Codognotto, T. Green, E. Mitchell-Girvan, B. Clarke, W. Oliver. Best for Newstead were O. Daldy, L. Chapman, M. Schembri, N. Codognotto, C. Baker, J. Goulton. In the 14.5s Maldon 11.17 (83) d Navarre 2.1 (13), Newstead 16.12 (108) d Trentham 5.5 (35) and Harcourt 3.6 (24) went down to Rovers 3.9 (27) by just three points. Under 11.5s action saw Navarre defeat Maldon, Trentham account for Newstead and Harcourt triumph over Rovers. NETBALL On the netball court, Harcourt's A Grade side 45 d Rovers 38, Maldon 43 defeated Navarre 42 in a nail-biter and Newstead 42 just went down to Trentham 43. In B Grade, Harcourt 35 d Rovers 24, Maldon

MARYBOROUGH CASTLEMAINE FOOTBALL LEAGUE SENIORS Maldon 4.5, 9.9, 16.16, 21.18 (144) d Navarre 1.0, 1.2, 1.2, 5.3 (33). Goals (M) R. Ford 5, H. Kelly, T. Horne 4, J. Fowler 3, H. Muscat, A. Wilson 2, D. Wilson. Best (M) H. Kelly, T. Cain, B. Josey, N. McKnight, J. Pascoe, A. Farrow. Harcourt 12.6, 21.12, 35.17, 47.20 (302) d Maryborough Rovers 0.0 (0). Goals (H) Z. Denahy 13, B. Leech 10, S. Moss, K. Bruce, T. Walters, J. Douglass 3, D. Semmens, P. Chaplin, L. Mitchell 2, C. Smart, T. Stefaniw, B. Frost, J. Hogg, A. Code, N. Matricardi. Best (H) D. Semmens, K. Hamilton, L. Mitchell, Z. Denahy, B. Leech, J. Gartside. Trentham 5.4, 10.6, 14.7, 18.11 (119) d Newstead 2.0, 2.0, 5.6, 8.8 (56). Goals (T) L. Whitehouse 7, J. Keogh 3, A. Ferrier, J. Cowan 2, J. Mighell, D. Holden, S. Evans, A. Rintala. Goals (N) B. Richardson, J. Smith 3, J. Pedretti, T. James. Best (T) J. Cowan, L. Whitehouse, B. Cass, J. Steen, Z. Gervasoni. Best (N) Z. Tanner, S. Daldy, M. Stevens, J. Smith, A.

Robins, K. Sait. Royal Park 9.14 (68) d Natte Bealiba 9.12 (66). Lexton 26.16 (172) d Dunolly 1.1 (7). Carisbrook 10.21 (81) d Talbot 7.2 (44). RESERVES Maldon 25.16 (166) d Navarre 4.6 (30). Harcourt 41.24 (270) d Maryborough Rovers 3.0 (18). Trentham 10.8 (68) d Newstead 6.5 (41). Royal Park 14.13 (97) d Natte Bealiba 2.6 (18). Lexton 21.23 (149) d Dunolly 0.1 (1). Talbot 14.8 (92) d Carisbrook 7.8 (50). UNDER 17.5s Maldon 14.24 (108) d Navarre 2.1 (13). Newstead 17.21 (123) d Trentham 0.4 (4). Royal Park 3.6 (24) d Avoca 2.4 (16). Carisbrook 4.8 (32) d Talbot 3.4 (22). THIS WEEK Dunolly v Avoca Harcourt v Newstead Royal Park v Maldon Navarre v Carisbrook Maryborough Rovers v Lexton Talbot v Trentham Natte Bealiba - bye

Ben Leech had a great day on the park for the Lions booting 10 goals. Photo: Max Lesser 41 d Navarre 25 and Newstead 30 lost to Trentham 35. In C Grade matches Harcourt 44 d Rovers 28, Maldon 32 d Navarre 22 and Newstead 15 lost to Trentham 30. In the 17 & Under comp, Harcourt 12 lost to Maryborough Rovers 48, Maldon 37 d Navarre 20 and Newstead 26 d Trentham

15. 15 & Under Harcourt 37 d Rovers 23, Maldon 59 d Navarre 6, Newstead 22 d Trentham 19. 13 & Under Harcourt 41 d Rovers 6, Maldon 16 d Navarre 5, Newstead 22 d Trentham 3. 11 & Under Maldon 3 lost to Navarre 10. Newstead and Harcourt had the bye.

Saints make it five in a row The Sainter

A dominant first half at Newstead on Saturday ensured Trentham senior footballers extended their unbeaten winning streak to five from five in the MCDFNL. Luke Whitehouse starred up forward with seven goals, and Joel Cowan continued his good form. B. Cass, J. Steen and Z. Gervasoni were also named in the best, as the Saints had plenty of contributors. The home side improved in the second half, offering some tough opposition. Final scores: Trentham 18.11 (119) d Newstead 8.8 (56). Whitehouse led the way with seven goals, J. Keogh 3, A. Ferrier and J. Cowan 2, and D. Holden, J. Mighell, S. Evans and A. Rintala all got on the scoreboard. In a scrappy reserves contest, scores were close for three quarters before the Saints took control to win 10.8 (68) 6.5 (41). Goals: J. Murphy 3, B. Cole, M. Steen, T. Davey, D. Reid, Q. Kinnell. Best: Quinnell, T. Boyer, Steen, J. Cutler, T. Ryrie, T. Frith. NETBALL THRILLER The A-grade netball match was an absolute thriller, with the two sides going goal for goal throughout. Trentham managed to hold on as time kicked down for a 43-42 victory,

Trentham’s Sam Evans takes a shot at goal. Photo: Steve Hammond Hayley Bourke playing an outstanding game alternating between attack and defence and reinforce her versatility; Brooke Healy’s run down the court was valuable as well. The Saints’ B-graders celebrated their first win for the season 35-30, with Elle Torney and Kelley MeadeSweet named in the best. The C-graders won 30-15 in

a convincing display, with Maddy Matheson, Jamieson Purcell and Kasey Evans all playing well. Trentham’s junior netballers failed to win in any grade, but positive results are sure to come. This Saturday the Saints head to Talbot to take on the Hawks, and look forward to a successful day of football and netball.

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Hawks revive seas son Bill West

In a pulsating contest at Gilbert Gordon Reserve, a new-look Woodend-Hesket overhauled a gallant Macedon to win by five points on Saturday. The hard-fought match of the round victory effectively revives the Hawks’ season, with the win being their first against Macedon in 12 years. Such was the elation when the siren sounded, and in the changerooms afterwards, one could be excused for thinking it was an elimination final victory for the home side. The 12.6 (78) to 11.7 (73) victory was hard earned, and both sides squandered chances, often under pressure. Injuries took their toll on both sides. Some players carrying injuries stayed on the field in the heat of battle when the match was in the balance in the last quarter. Macedon’s big ruckman Rowan Andrews (suspected broken cheekbone from ‘friendly fire’) and fearless Mitch Blake (concussion in a head clash) were hurt in the first half and conveyed to hospital in the first half. Hawks’ speedster Liam Bianco took no further part in the game after being stunned in the collision with Blake. Hawk utility Josh Pound kicked two goals but carried a hip flexor injury for most of the match, and ruckman Marcus Stapleton appreciated the loss of Andrews to influence the game. In perspective, Woodend-Hesket threw off the memory of the thrashing inflicted by an on-fire Romsey on April 24, and can confidently look forward to easier matches against Western Rams and Lancefield in the next two rounds. Two 50m penalties that led to goals for the home side came at crucial times when Macedon threatened to establish a winning lead. Ace forward Jason Cooke, often a match winner, always looked dangerous. Hawks’ coach Ben Tankard did not underestimate the quality the unbeaten club he formerly coached would bring to the field, and when the Cats led by 20 points in the third term it was crunch time. A loss would leave the Hawks distanced from the top five. James Vistini was the proven quality recruit who really stood up when it mattered in the second half. Some of his play was breathtaking, and he earned the best afield medal. RIDDELL LEAGUE SENIORS Woodend-Hesket 2.0, 5.2, 10.2, 12.6 (78) d Macedon 2.2, 7.3, 11.5, 11.7 (73). Goals (WH) – J. Filakis 4, J. Vistarini, J. Pound, T. Gawthrop 2, E. Gove, T. Pears. Best – Vistarini, A. Rae, Filakis, M. Stapleton, D. Bramley, B. Laverie. Goals (M) – J. Cooke 3, J. Wright 2, M. Hutchesson, J. Kernan, L. Webb, J. Bulluss, Z. Smedley, M. Dick. Best – T. Sims, J. Dyer, Hutchesson, Cooke, B. Hoyne, P. Doyle. Riddell 7.3, 13.5, 17.9, 23.13 (151) d Western Rams 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 0.0 (0). Goals (R) – J. Vernon 10, T. Alkemade 4, L. Berry, J. Reardon 2, T. Stead, J. Gardiner, N. Bridgland, C. And B. Williamson. Best – Vernon, T. Alkemade,

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Three goals in quick succession by the Hawks late in the third term set the stage for an exciting finish. Big Tom Gawthorp kicked two, one after the siren. Nine points up, Macedon needed to score goals and tired players tried to perform heroics as play ebbed and flowed and spectators became entranced. Vistini and Ethan Gove weaved their way through traffic and kicked the only two goals for the quarter. The last few minutes seemed to be an eternity with less than a goal the difference. Desperation was paramount. Macedon’s great record in tight finishes was dented when the siren sounded, in what will surely rate as one of the top matches of the season. ‘NO EXCUSES’ Macedon coach Al Meldrum was philosophical after the match. “No excuses ... I thought we got what we deserved. We were very undisciplined at times,” Meldrum said. He felt the Hawks had been more Woodend-Hesket captain Alistair Rae accepts the Bill Tunn Memorial Shield from Eddie Tunn active at stoppages and Macedon after the match at Woodend. would reflect on the match Tankard said the Hawks had taken fantastic steps forward, despite making things hard for themselves at times. “It turned into a battle of attrition, and I think the even contribution we With 70 senior games largely as made across the field was the differa key defender with Essendon well ence," he said. behind him, Tayte Peers made a “We should be four and two after comeback to football with Woodendthe next two rounds, and on our jourHesket on Saturday. ney.” (towards a finals berth). Peers was recruited from East Hawks’ versatile captain Alistair Perth by Essendon in the 2007 in the Rae had a strong influence on the national draft, and took on the likes of game and is looking forward to power forwards in Jarryd Roughead, matches ahead. Justin Koschitzke and Daniel BradThe RDFNL is probably pleased shaw. with the outcome, guaranteeing more Injuries were not kind to Peers competitive matches with a finals while at Essendon, and his AFL spots at stake as the season procareer ended when he was named gresses. as one of 34 past and current players OTHER MATCHES found guilty over the use of illegal The other three games on Saturday supplements at Bomberland. failed to produce surprises. Peers retired to purse a career as Lancefield could be pleased with its a firefighter, but the lure of kicking first half at least against Diggers Rest, a football with some of his mates , with class prevailing. notably Woodend-Hesket recruit Josh Riddell’s speedy and elusive sharpJosh Pound presents Tayte Peers with his WoodendPound, resulted in him training with shooter Jarrod Vernon (ex-Gisborne) the Hawks in recent weeks, and mak- Hesket guernsey before the main match at Gilbert had a field day with 10 goals as the ing his match debut against Macedon Gordon Reserve. Story/photo: Bill West Bombers kept the hapless Western on Saturday. Rams scoreless to win by 151 points. Hawks’ coach Ben Tankard said he was pleased to see Peers on board, realising it was not The Bombers are now on top of the expected he would be an instant star after being out of football for nearly seven years. ladder, with supporters smiling. The Hawks used the 31-year-old Peers in the forward line, and he kicked a goal and gave opWallan rebounded from a narrow ponents plenty to think about. defeat at Macedon to outclass Melton He was excited as any other Hawk with the dramatic five-point victory, and the club hopes he Centrals. can play a part in the club’s rise up the ladder this season.

P. MacDonough, C. Williamson, Berry, Stead. Diggers Rest 3.2, 8.9, 11.9, 18.19 (127) d Lancefield 3.4, 5.5, 5.6, 6.8 (44) Goals – B. Richmond 2, T. Atwell, J. Russell, J. Badger, J. Kindred. Best – N. Malone, J. Falcone, Badger, T. Kearney, L. Fellows, S. DaRiva. Wallan 21.25 d Melton Centrals 1.4 (10). Romsey the bye. RESERVES Woodend-Hesket 13.8 d Macedon 6.6. Riddell 24.14 d Western Rams 0.3. Diggers Rest 14.9 d Lancefield 5.12. Wallan 24.12 d Melton Centrals 0.4. Under 19.5 Wallan 7.6 d Riddell 3.3. Diggers Rest 7.6 d Macedon 1.3.

Low-key comeback

New netball experience

Woodend-Hesket’s A-grade netballers had a new experience on Saturday – beating Macedon! The home side won by 16 goals and even rested a couple of players late in the match at Gilbert Gordon Reserve. The Cats, one of the powerhouse sides in the RDFNL, were decimated through most of their top players attending a very important wedding. Some of the Macedon players who stepped up into A-grade had already played in B-grade. The Woodend-Hesket 19&Us also had a big win, and the club’s netball co-ordinator and U19s coach Kellie Duff is very pleased with the way things are heading for the Hawks. Riddell scored a big win in Agrade over the Western Rams, with shooter Tara O’Grady

continuing her good form. Scores in all grades were: A: Woodend-Hesket 60 (best players were Laura Carland, Hayley Rogers, Megan Grbac ) d Macedon 44 (Rebecca Anstey, Georgia Fearn, Shanae Brundell). Riddell 56 d Rams 21; Diggers Rest 59 d Lancefield 52; Wallan 43 d Melton Centrals 32. Romsey a bye. B: Macedon 48 d WoodendHesket 31, Riddell 34 d Rams 30, Diggers Rest 52 d Lancefield 26, Wallan 27 d Centrals 26. C: Macedon 36 d WoodendHesket 11, Rissell 43 d Rams 26, Centrals 32 d Wallan 15, Diggers Rest 41 d Lancefield 9. 19&U: Woodend 50 d Macedon 19, Lancefield 54 d Diggers Rest 29, Riddell 38 d Rams 24, Wallan 22 tied with Centrals 22.

Games at weekend Sixth round matches to be played this Saturday, May 22, are: Macedon v Lancefield Melton Centrals v Romsey Diggers Rest v Wallan Western Rams v Woodend/Hesket Riddell a bye.

Ladder Positions of football teams in the Riddell League after the completion of five rounds of matches are:

Riddell Wallan Macedon Diggers Rest Romsey Wood /Hesket Lancefield Melton Centrals Western Rams

18 16 14 12 12 12 8 4 4

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Epic comeback by Bulldogs A remarkable turnaround by Gisborne senior footballers produced five crucial last quarter goals and a four-point victory over Eaglehawk on Saturday. It may well be a season defining victory for the Bulldogs, who find themselves in third position on the ladder, with a home and away games round break this Saturday, then very winnable matches at Gardiner Reserve against Kyneton and Maryborough to follow. To win at Eaglehawk is a tough ask at any time, and Bulldogs’ senior coach Rob Waters and his assistants were elated with the fighting spirit that emerged in the last quarter after the home side had looked to have the match under control In a low-scoring affair, Gisborne had found goals hard to conjure, and trailed by 27 points --- 4.8 to 8.11 – at the last change. To restrict Eaglehawk to just four points when the chips were down was a huge performance, while some risk taking produced a match-winning 5.4 at the other end of the ground. In the first term Gisborne failed to capitalise on a wind advantage, and was facing an uphill task at half time. Canterbury Park has proved a graveyard for visiting teams over the years, and the Bulldogs must gain huge confidence from this performance. Key defenders Jack Reaper and Jarrad Lynch played key roles, and other players lifted under pressure as the Hawks’ lead was whittled away as the clock ticked down. Paddy McKenna finished with three goals and posed a constant threat to the opposition, while ex-Castlemaine player Jake O’Brien showed his class with Doolan and Crosbie also included in the 'best' list. Gisborne won 9.13 (67) to 8.15 (63), and this win, plus the onepoint opening round margin over Strathfieldsaye, are making other finals aspirants sit up and take notice. Gisborne Reserves found the tough Hawks too experienced, and went down by 25 points in another low-scoring affair. S. McCaskill 2, L. Doherty and L. Weber were the goalkickers, with S. Merrett, B. Nalder, M. McDonald, B. Spear, E. Bretherton and R. Nicol the best players. The Bulldogs’ in-form Under 18s did not have things all their own way, but they settled into a 10-goal second-term scoring spree with the wind. The young ‘Dogs ball movement proved too much for their opponents, with a 20.12 to 3.5 final score. James Fox 5, and Harry Thomas and Matt. Merrett both 4 were the major goalkickers, with Rye Penny, Connor Bills, Fox, Luke Ellings, N. Ozanne and M. Weber listed as best. NETBALL ROUND-UP It was a mixed bag of results for Gisborne’s netball sides, with the

Breakthrough victory: Elated Gisborne players led by Bailee Revell and Jake O’Brien leave Canterbury Park after their dramatic four-point victory over a strong Eaglehawk lineup on Saturday. Photo: Brett Fraser A-graders inching ahead by seven goals in the first half, then stepping up with quick scoring to open up an advantage to eventually win 55-43 and maintain their high position on the ladder. Gisborne’s Under 17s and B-grade teams remain undefeated and on top of their respective ladders. U17s coach Rylee O’Connell said the side can develop and improve further, listing “complacency as our number one enemy” at this stage. The B Reserve contest as close throughout, before the Hawks produce some accurate shooting late in the game to prevail 40-37. Some key ‘outs’ and injuries saw a different look A Reserve side, with Eloise Rodda and Georgia Murray applying defensive pressure and veteran Shelley Farrugia showing composure and strength in the attacking circle. Despite this, a well-drilled Hawks’ team ran away with a 50-29 victory. Overall, Gisborne’s netballers have plenty to look forward to as Georgia Murray defends for Gisborne the season progresses. against Eaglehawk. Photo: Brett Fraser

Tigers make im impression mpression Tiger Talk Kyneton and Maryborough have young, energetic senior football sides in the Bendigo League this season, and for three quarters on Saturday they were closely matched. In a seesawing affair the Tigers led by four points at half time, and finished the match off with a seven-goals-to-three last term to win by 31 points -- 17.13 to 12.12. Talented youngsters Ben Cameron (five goals) Bailey McGee, Louis Thompson and Angus Nolte have been a revelation this season and were prominent once again. With no U18s match, a large and parochial home crowd turned up at the Showgrounds to cheer on the Tigers in footy and netball. Jordan Mangan again rucked strongly in the main match, and James Gaff, Guy Dickson and Sam Foreman turned in strong contributions. The Tigers lifted all over the ground to dominate the last term, and look forward to the next match at Gisborne on May 29, after this weekend’s break. Maryborough reserves are having a tough time fielding enough players, and it showed as Kyneton raced to a 18.18 to 0.3 victory in the opening match. The Kyneton side fielded a good mix of mature-age play-

ers and local youth; many U19s making their presence felt. SENIOR WOMEN With a weakened defence and several key players out, Kyneton’s senior women’s team faced a difficult task against second on the ladder Bendigo Thunder. The girls held on in the first half, and two goals from Heidi Erasmus lifted their prospects. With no bench players, the Tigers understandably faded and the Thunder took full control to win well. A special mention for Natalie Korinfsky, who played her 50th game for the Tigers. NETBALL ROUND-UP There was one close netball match, with Kyneton A-graders having to withstand a late surge by Maryborough. The Tigers were keen to play, opening up a 10-goal break at the last change. Maryborough rallied, and unforced errors left Kyneton hanging on grimly for a 44-42 victory. Tegan Beckerley was best on court, with attacking drives to the goal circle. A spate of injuries have impacted on the Tigers’ depth across the grades. Baylee Eve looks to be sidelined for the rest of the season, and the U17s goal circle had a welcome inclusion in captain Jazzy Chambers. Talia Chambers was best for the second match in a row, her

Tigers’ young gun Bailey McGee under pressure from a Maryborough opponent as teammate Ned O’Sullivan looks on. game highlighted by spot-on passing as Maryborough prevailed 36-18. Despite their two captains out injured, the B Reserve girls battled hard with Meg Norman and Alayne Burns under pressure in defence. Darby Kelly, best o court, Saffron Moody and Juliette

moved well through mid-court and Ester McIntyre was welcomed back. Kirsty Draper and Tahlia Levitzke showed promise from limited chances in the goal ring, with the visitors winning 43-20. The B-grade defenders kept Maryborough honest, and the

team welcomed back Dani Bourke (50th game) as a reliable goal shooter. April Sims was best on court, and the B graders are showing continuous improvement, despite a 56-26 scoreline. There are promising signs for later in the season.

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Dragons dominate on field and court

The Magpies gave their all against a polished Sandhurst last Saturday at the Camp Reserve. Photo: Max Lesser

Castlemaine played host to top-of-the-table Sandhurst at the Camp Reserve in Bendigo Football Netball League round six action last Saturday. The Dragons wasted no time posting four majors to open their account, leaving the Magpies on the back foot. To their credit, the home side rallied and pegged a couple back through Klai Jermyn and Callum Mcconachy. However, Sandhurst managed one more before the siren to lead by 24 points at quarter time. Despite some good passages of play from the young Magpies, the Dragons held sway in the second term adding another five majors and extending their lead out to 59 points at half time. Unfortunately, it was all one-way traffic after half time with Sandhurst adding a further 21 goals to win by 188 points. Best for the Magpies were Dakota Slingo, Dave Stephens, John Watson, Callum Mcconachy, Liam Wilkinson and Will Moran. In the Reserves, Castlemaine also went down to strong opposition by 147 points despite a determined effort. Best on ground for the Pies were Brayden Wright, Jacob Tierney, Trevor Butcher, Brodie Hogan, Luke Pritchard and Nicholas O'Brien. The Under 18s also found the going tough against a polished Sandhurst outfit and lost by 123 points despite their best efforts. The Magpies' only goal kicker was Camblar Kays. Best were Kays, Jed Denahy, Angus Waller, Ben Moran, Campbell Mclennan and Annan Foley. NETBALL On the netball court, Castlemaine's A Reserve, B Grade, B Reserve and 17 and Under sides lost to Sandhurst by convincing margins despite giving their all from start to finish. The young Magpie netball sides are gaining valuable experience with every passing week and hopefully they will see their hard work rewarded with a win in the coming weeks. This weekend the Magpies travel to Strathfieldsaye to tackle the fourth-placed Storm in round seven. BENDIGO LEAGUE SENIORS Kyneton 2.3, 7.8, 10.11, 17.13 (115) d Maryborough 3.4, 7.4, 9.7, 12.12 (84). Goals (K) – B. Cameron 5, R. Magin, B. McPhee 3, E. Davie,N. O’Sullivan, G. Dickson, R. Pretty, L. Thompson. Best – Cameron, McGee, N. O’Sullivan, J. Mangan,J. Gff, L. Phillips. Sandhurst 5.7, 10.14, 23.18, 31.21 (207) d Castlemaine 2.1, 2.3, 2.3, 2.7 (19).

Goals (C) – K. Jermyn, C. McConachy. Best – W. Moran, L. Wilkinson, McConarchy, J. Watson, D. Stephens, D. Slingo. Gisborne 2.5, 3.6, 4.8, 9.13 (67) d Eaglehawk 3.2, 6.9, 8.11, 8.15 (63). Goals (G) – P. McKenna 3, J. Kemp, N. Doolan, J. O’Brien, J. Scanlon, two not stated. Best – J. Reaper, J. Lynch, N. Doolan, O’Brien, T. Crosbie, McKenna. Strathfieldsaye 17.13 d South Bendigo 11.8.

RESERVES Kyneton 18.18 d Maryborough 0.3. Eaglehawk 8.7 d Gisborne 4.6. Sandhurst 22.16 d Castlemaine 0.1. Strathfieldsaye 13.8 d South Bendigo 4.6. UNDER 18s Gisborne 20.12 d Eaglehawk 3.5. Sandhurst 20.10 d Castlemaine 0.1. Strathfieldsaye 21.11 d South Bendigo 1.0.

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