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The humble thong has long been a classic of stereotyped iconic Aussie footwear ... and came in for a splash of the spotlight at last week’s Mount Alexander Shire Council meeting. Full story, page 3. Pictured are Crs Christine Henderson and Stephen Gardener. Photo: Eve Lamb

MYSTERY MANAGER Local groups miss out on claim to old school site Angela Crawford The old Kyneton Primary School will be transformed into an arts space for touring exhibitions thanks to a $12 million investment from the state government, but just who will manage the site is yet to be revealed. Three local community groups vying for management of the 1.2-hectare site - the Kyneton Town Square Co-op, Kyneton Community House and the Social Foundry - were unsuccessful in their bids, with

the government last week confirming it is negotiating in confidence with a preferred land manager. In 2018 Premier Daniel Andrews made a commitment that the site, which includes heritage and nonheritage buildings and a large outdoor green space that adjoins the town square, would continue to be a public space. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas said last week’s budget announcement would ensure necessary upgrades could occur to create the new exhibition space

and further cement central Victoria’s reputation as an arts and culture destination. “I’m proud that this funding matches our community’s ambition for this hugely significant site - and I look forward to continuing to work with the community to see the site reach its full potential,” she said. The exhibition space will complement existing public and private art galleries, workshops and other creative events across central Victoria. Continued page 3.

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Stand taken on thongs Eve Lamb

The humble thong has long been a classic of stereotyped iconic Aussie footwear, and from now on they're also going to be smiled upon at Mount Alexander Shire's citizenship ceremonies. Thongs, and their official positioning in the council's Citizenship Dress Code Policy, came in for a splash of the spotlight at last week's Mount Alexander Shire Council meeting. There, newly elected councillors were tasked with adopting the council's new Citizenship Dress Code Policy aimed at upholding appropriate dress standards suited to the significance accorded formal citizenship ceremonies. The Code was updated last year, requiring individual councils to set their own dress code policy and provide a current copy to the Department of Home Affairs. And so a draft policy had been dutifully drawn up for Mount Alexander to adopt. Items of clothing containing profanity, nudity, racism, remarks, slogans, offensive images and insignia or anything deemed offensive by another were frowned upon and officially not permitted.

In addition the draft ruled out the wearing of beach wear, thongs or bare feet - unless part of national/traditional/cultural attire slippers, sleepwear, sports apparel and fancy dress costumes. But in a move as deft as a beach bunny flicking grit from a chaffing personal surface, Cr Christine Henderson inserted an amendment specifying that thongs in general be removed from the banned list - and the Code be otherwise adopted as recommended. Cr Henderson said that besides being in keeping with some cultural dress practices, thongs were also "appropriate footwear in summer and I think it is unfair to add them to the list of disallowed items". She told fellow councillors that alongside the common rubber beach variety, it was entirely possible to obtain some upmarket and really rather chic variations in the thong line. "These days there are some very stylish thongs available. Some admittedly less so," Cr Henderson said in defence of the flexible footwear. And she was quick to gain support around the council table. "What could be more Australian than

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Mount Alexander Shire councillors Stephen Gardener and Christine Henderson have stood up for the humble thong during deliberations over the council’s new citizenship dress code policy. Photo: Eve Lamb thongs," Cr Stephen Gardener said, seconding Cr Henderson's amended motion that was then swiftly passed without objection. Later, outside the meeting, both Cr Henderson and Cr Gardener revealed to the Express that neither of them were great fans of the humble - or even not-sohumble - thong. "I haven't got any myself, but I will uphold the rights of thong wearers everywhere," Cr Henderson said. "I actually can't stand them," Cr Gardner said.

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From page 1. Bryanna Sandercock, a board member of Daylesford Macedon Ranges Tourism, said the new exhibition space was an exciting tourism development for such an iconic site in the centre of Kyneton. “The creative arts are one of our region’s four key brand pillars so supporting the arts in this way is really exciting for our region,” she said. “Per capita we have a really high number of professional artists and artisans in this region, so giving our creative community a home, an exhibition space and a place to come together is surely going to be a win for the local economy.” Ms Sandercock acknowledged Kyneton’s loss of the Lost Trades Fair to Bendigo due to its space requirements and said she hoped this new exhibition space would be able to support artisans as well.

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Have a say on Campbells Creek Rec Res

Council invites the community to provide ideas and feedback to inform the development of a masterplan for Campbells Creek Recreation Reserve. We want to know how you use the reserve, your favourite features and ideas for improvements. We are hosting a COVIDSafe drop-in information session from 3.30pm to 5.30pm on Wednesday 9 December at the reserve. You can also complete an online survey from Wednesday 2 December via the Have your say section of our website. Contact Council for a survey to be posted to you. The ﬁrst round of community consultation will close on Friday 15 January 2021. For more information contact Troy Lyons, Active Communities Team Leader, on 5471 1700.

Councillors elected Councillor Tony Cordy as Mayor and Councillor Bill Maltby as Deputy Mayor at the Council Meeting on Tuesday 24 November. Congratulations to Councillors Cordy and Maltby.

Fire Danger Period

The Country Fire Authority (CFA) has advised the Fire Danger Period for Mount Alexander Shire will begin on Monday 7 December. The Fire Danger Period is when the CFA restricts the use of ﬁre in the community to help reduce the risk of ﬁres starting and spreading. For more information on the restrictions during the Fire Danger Period visit the CFA website at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can.

Update on venues

Council-run venues such as the Botanical Gardens Tea Room, Ray Bradﬁeld Room and Town Hall have reopened, with venue hire terms and conditions updated to include guidelines for users to help keep spaces COVIDSafe. Visit our website for more information on hirer requirements and density limits. Local businesses, clubs, community and creative groups are encouraged to make use of Council’s outdoor spaces at local parks and gardens to ensure everyone can continue to come together safely and within public gathering rules. Indoor sports facilities at sports and recreation reserves are operating in accordance with public health guidelines. Council is working with management committees and user groups to support a safe reopening. Please check with individual clubs and committees on which halls and facilities are open.

Pools to open this weekend

Council-owned swimming pools in Castlemaine, Harcourt, Maldon and Newstead will open on Saturday 5 December. We are working with pool managers YMCA Victoria to ensure COVIDSafe requirements are in place. For more information including operating hours, activities and entry and membership fees visit www.mountalexanderpools.com.au.

Nominate now for Australia Day Awards

There are only a few more days to get in your nomination form for the 2021 Mount Alexander Shire Australia Day Awards. Select from four categories – Citizen of the Year, Senior Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year and Community Event of the Year (including online events). Nominations close at 5.00pm on Friday 4 December. For more information visit www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/AustraliaDay.

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Preparatory works have started on the project to place power lines underground in the central business area of Maldon. The ﬁrst stage of works will focus on the northern side of the CBD along Fountain, High and Francis streets, moving to Templeton Street in December. Works will commence along the southern end of High Street, along with Dolphin, Main and Francis streets next year. Powercor is leading the works on behalf of Council and has engaged a local contractor to undertake the day-to-day activities. The project is planned in stages to minimise the impact on businesses during the busy lead up to Christmas. The hours of work are Monday to Thursday 8.00am to 4.00pm to avoid disruption to weekend visitors and trade. There are no planned power outages in November and December as part of this project. Powercor will inform customers well in advance of any planned power outages. The works are part of the Maldon Streetscape Revitalisation Project. Council received $4.5 million funding for the project from the Victorian Government through its Crisis Committee of Cabinet – Infrastructure Stimulus Fund.

Council services over Christmas period

We will close our offices at 3.00pm on Thursday 24 December and reopen at 8.30am on Monday 4 January 2021. For emergencies regarding roads and drains, maternal and child health or stock and animal control (excluding wildlife) call 5471 1700 and follow the prompts. Due to public holidays residents who normally have their bins collected on a Friday will have them collected the following day on Saturday 26 December (instead of Christmas Day) and Saturday 2 January 2021 (instead of New Years Day).

Have a say on Norwood Hill Rec Reserve

Council is revitalising the Norwood Hill Recreation Reserve, located on Maclise Street in Castlemaine. We have incorporated community feedback into a landscape plan for the reserve. The draft plan is now available for comment. Come along and meet with our Active Communities Team, and landscape designers Pollen, to discuss the plans from 3.30pm to 5.30pm on Thursday 10 December at the reserve. COVIDSafe practices will be in place. You can also see the plans online and complete an online survey via www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/HaveYourSay from Wednesday 2 December. For more information call Kim Whitehouse, Project Officer, on 5471 1700. The survey will close on Friday 18 December. t (03) 5471 1700 e info@mountalexander.vic.gov.au w www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au

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CHIRP Community Health, Maldon Hospital and Maldon Neighbourhood Centre invite you to join volunteer-led walking groups around Maldon: • Mondays at 9:30am – gentle walk • Tuesdays at 7.30am – brisk walk • Fridays at 9.30am – gentle walk. Each walk begins at the Maldon Neighbourhood Centre on the corner of Church and Edward streets. Everyone is welcome to come along. Bring a hat and water bottle. No bookings or RSVP required. Walks will be cancelled if heavy rain or a Code Red Day. For more information call CHIRP Community Health on 5479 1000. The walks are supported by Healthy Heart of Victoria.

Community Christmas Lunch

Save the date! Castlemaine Community House is pleased to invite everyone along to a Community Christmas Lunch from 12.30pm to 2.00pm on Friday 25 December. Families and individuals are welcome to join this free community lunch to share a delicious meal with some good company. If you are feeling lonely or would like to share Christmas with others, register your interest now. More details about the event will be available soon. For information and bookings call CCH on 5472 4842 or email reception@cch.org.au.

Annual Report 2019/2020

In accordance with the Local Government Act, Council has prepared its Annual Report and submitted it to the Minister. Council will consider the Annual Report at the Ordinary Meeting of Council to be held at 6.30pm, Tuesday 15 December at the Civic Centre. A copy of the Annual Report is available to view at the Civic Centre, Castlemaine Library, Maldon Visitor Information Centre and on Council’s website.

Campbells Creek AGM

The Campbells Creek Community Centre Asset Committee will hold its Annual General Meeting at 7.00pm on Monday 7 December at the centre at 45 Elizabeth Street. All welcome.

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EV tax slammed Eve Lamb

With the first of the region's new electric vehicle fast charge stations to roll out at Maryborough within days, advocates are slamming the state government's proposed new tax slug on EV road users. "Electric vehicles currently make up only one per cent of vehicles on our roads so it's far too early to disincentivise their uptake," Central Victorian Greenhouse Alliance CEO Rob Law said. In recent days treasurer Tim Pallas announced that Victoria would charge electric vehicle owners 2.5 cents per kilometre, and plug-in hybrid owners two cents per kilometre from July 1, 2021. The Victorian tax would see electric vehicle drivers pay more to state coffers than combustion cars that use six litres of fuel per 100km pay in fuel excise, and has come as a shock to many concerned about the imperative to reduce emissions driving climate change. News of the proposed slug also comes as the CVGA works in partnership with 12 local councils, and the state government, to roll out a network of 20 to 22 new public EV fast charge stations - expected to use 100 per cent renewable energy - at 18 sites across the region. The Australian Electric Vehicle Association has also expressed its anger and disappointment at the proposed new Victorian EVspecific Road User Charge. "It's pretty dismal," Mr Law told the Express on Friday. "We're now inviting councils to write letters to the state government opposing the move particularly because a lot of councils are looking to convert their fleets to electric vehicles. "EV users already pay tax so they're not getting a free ride because fuel excise doesn't fund road maintenance it goes into general revenue." Mr Law confirmed that the contract to install and run the software platforms for the region's new fast charge stations had recently been awarded to Evie Networks. He said the new charge station, to be launched at Maryborough on December 18, would be the first of its type in the world and would be situated near that town's civic centre/railway station precinct. The Castlemaine area is also poised to receive its new EV charge station - or stations - with the Mount Alexander Shire expected to clarify its preferred site - or sites - in coming days.

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West Ward Councillor Jennifer Anderson was elected for a one-year term as Mayor of Macedon Ranges Shire Council at a meeting in Gisborne on 23 November 2020. Councillors also elected fellow West Ward and ﬁrst-time Councillor Mark Ridgeway as Deputy Mayor for a one-year term. For more information about the Mayor and Deputy Mayor, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/councilllors

Respect Women: ‘Call it Out’

Macedon Range Shire Council is proud to support Respect Victoria to deliver its Respect Women: ‘Call It Out’ campaign. The campaign is part of the global 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, which runs from 25 November to 10 December. Council is currently running a social media campaign on Facebook and Instagram to reﬂect on this year’s theme: “Respect is . . .” PECT I S ... RES For more information, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/ViolenceAgainst-Women and the Respect Victoria website, respectvictoria.vic.gov.au

Taking a stand Three local primary schools are making a pledge to be proactive in the prevention of family violence and the promotion of respectful and positive relationships. To mark the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence, and as part of the Lancefield Romsey Stand Together Campaign, teachers at Lancefield Primary, Saint Mary's and Romsey Primary schools are taking a stand by sharing a photo of themselves in front of a banner stating their pledge. "We lead by example, working together in a considerate manner using respectful language and behaviours," said Jo Emond, Principal at Lancefield Primary School. "Our students learn about gender equality through our participation in the Resilience, Rights and Respectful Relationships program, which is designed to support students' social, emotional and positive relationship skills." The Stand Together Campaign was initiated by a group of local residents participating in a community wellbeing project facilitated by Swinburne University and supported by Cobaw Community Health. Margaret McDonald, CEO at Cobaw says, "As we reflect on how COVID has impacted lives it is important to understand that family violence incidents have increased in the last year and we continue to support any activity that results in the reduction of family violence that endangers the lives of women and children."

Have your say Share your feedback on current projects and initiatives including: • Draft Community Engagement Policy (closing date extended until 20 December) We’d like to know what you think of the draft policy which covers when, why and how Council will consult with the community. • Cool Changes Woodend Region Action Plan (closes 15 December) Your feedback is invited on a community plan for local action on climate change. • Proposed locality boundary change – Balls Lane (closes 11 December) Submissions are invited on a proposal to amend the locality boundary between Carlsruhe and Pipers Creek so that Crown Property 94 in Balls Lane is located in Pipers Creek and not Carlsruhe. To find out more, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay

Events Back in the Game goes online Back in the Game is going live online via ZOOM. Exercise in the comfort of your own home. Sessions are held online Mondays and Wednesdays at 10am. The Back in the Game program is ideal for physically inactive residents over 65 years and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples aged 50 years and older. To register your interest, email your contact details to backinthegame@mrsc.vic.gov.au or call 0418 992 556.

All community members are invited to participate by taking a photo of themselves holding a sign showing what they will do when it comes to promoting a more equal society free from violence. "Preventing family violence is a shared community responsibility and we need to be united," says Julie McDougall, Principal of St Mary's Primary School (school pictured). "The school community is often the first place many families turn to during a time of need. We strive to live by our school's anti-bullying message - we extend our hand and united take a stand." Principal Kimberley Nicholls said Romsey Primary School proudly supports the Stand Together campaign. "We all have a role to play in supporting families and preventing family violence within our community," she said. "As a school we do not accept abusive language toward any member of our staff or our students. We believe that by working together in a respectful way, we can support each other to create a safe environment that promotes respect, gender equality and inclusion for all." The Lancefield Romsey Stand Together campaign will be promoted during the 16 Days of Activism and at the end of the campaign the photos will be on public display. To submit your photo, email lauren.tyrrell@cobaw.org.au.

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Respect women: call it out Macedon Ranges Family Violence Network held their International Day of Elimination of Violence against Women event at the Kyneton Mechanics Institute grasslands last week. The event included guest speakers, a flash-mob dance and a moving vigil honouring the 45 women and 11 children who have died this year in Australia as a result of family violence. It forms part of the 16 days of activism - a global movement

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Unity important says new mayor Experienced councillor Jennifer Anderson has just begun her fourth term as Macedon Ranges mayor, and faces some of the toughest challenges of her eight years on council. Cr Anderson said steps toward the shire's recovery from coronavirus, as well as hiring a new chief executive officer and tackling several key planning projects and council strategies, would be significant tasks in the busy year ahead. Controversial projects, like Gisborne Futures, Riddells Creek's Precinct Structure Plan and Romsey Development Plan, will again come to the fore and Cr Anderson wants to ensure the community is helping to shape them. "We do have a lot of work to do but we can't do this without the assistance of the community and I encourage them to be involved," she said. Cr Anderson said the council aimed to fill the role of CEO within the next six months but would "take the time needed to get the right person for the job". "The councillors will sit down to decide the necessary characteristics of our new CEO and we'll work together in the selection process to get a good outcome," she said. Cr Anderson was elected for a one-year mayoral term by unanimous vote last week alongside the deputy mayor: first-time councillor Mark Ridgeway. Both West Ward councillors, the pair has continued a trend of strong leadership from this part of the shire. While West Ward councillors have held the mayoral position for seven of the past eight terms, Cr Anderson assured Midland Express that a councillor's role was to represent the whole shire and work towards its betterment. The GP by profession previously served as mayor in 2014/15, also in 2016/17 and 2017/18 when she was involved with the CEO recruitment process, and helped to induct new councillors, and assisted with developing a council plan. She said she has learnt a lot from fellow councillors over the years and thanked outgoing mayor Janet Pearce from West Ward for her past two years in the role. The election of mayor took place following a smoking ceremony performed by Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Elder Uncle Bill Nicholson. For thousands of years the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung have performed smoking ceremonies to cleanse places and people of bad spirits, and to promote the wellbeing of their people as well as guests on country. Cr Anderson said Uncle Bill had shared a word that meant 'unity' and, while she felt it not appropriate to use the word herself, it was appropriate to the coming together of the new council. "Unity is very, very important, both amongst our councillors, with our staff and the community, and I think united the Macedon Ranges has already achieved an awful lot of things and we can continue to do that together," she said.

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Four local creatives have been given residency at the Phee Broadway Theatre in Castlemaine as pat of the 2020-21 At Home program. The Mount Alexander Shire Council program provides industry development opportunities for creatives through a threeweek residency opportunity, artist fees and marketing and technical support. Alex Kelly and her Melbourne-based collaborator David Pledger will further develop The Things We Did Next, a multiplatform exploration of a world to come in the era of climates changed and changing and based on collectively imagined futures. For Coming Home, local artist Aimee Chapman is producing a multifaceted online and real-time sound project that will encompass workshops, masterclasses and live performances celebrating the commute from the big smoke to our home in Castlemaine and surrounds. Lz Dunn and Casey Rice will explore the intersection of gender, sexuality, doctrine and faith through HYMNAL - a choreographic-sonic investigation of how formative religious experience might reside in and be transformed through queer bodies. The At Home program has an ongoing partnership with Castlemaine's experimental arts enterprise, Punctum Inc. which brings some of the nation's most cuttingedge emerging works for testing with local audiences. In 2021, Punctum will bring Hobart and Sydney-based performance collective re:group to the Phee Broadway, for a new work in final development stages called Coil. Featuring as part of Punctum's Weird Sanctuaries residency program, which also partners with Bendigo Venues and Events, Coil speaks to the impacts of

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Lisa Dennis Ambulance Victoria is on the hunt for first responders to provide lifesaving care across the Maldon region. New team members are currently being sought to bolster Maldon's Community Emergency Response Team team, which services Maldon, Nuggety, Welshmans Reef and surrounds. Maldon CERT trainer Kelli Jones said CERTs provided a vital service for rural communities. "Our first responders are dispatched at the same time as an ambulance but due to their location, they will often arrive before the ambulance does," Ms Jones said. "Being first on scene, they perform initial patient assessment and give lifesaving care such as CPR before handing over to paramedics." Maldon CERT currently has six members sharing the roster and aims to boost their numbers up to 16 to share the load. Ms Jones said new first responders were needed ahead of what was expected to be a very busy summer.

"While the area's population is small, the area swells during holidays and weekends and we're expecting many visitors to our beautiful region," she said. Annette Gilham has been a member of Maldon CERT for five years and said it was a highly rewarding experience. "You get incredible satisfaction from helping people in our community when they're at their most vulnerable," she said. Fellow Maldon CERT member Cara Derbyshire agreed. "In particular, in the case of emergencies such as cardiac arrest, respiratory issues and anaphylaxis, a quick response is vital," she said. CERT first responders work across more than 100 locations in rural Victoria, including Trentham in the Macedon Ranges, attending a variety of emergency situations. Applicants must be aged over 18 and available for a minimum of 20 hours per month. You must live within 10km of Maldon to become a CERT member. Contact Kelli for more details on 0447 686 558.

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The new Romsey Community Co-Op was officially opened on Saturday. An initiative of the Romsey Neighbourhood House, the strategically placed co-op shop serves multiple purposes, and is run entirely by volunteers. The exciting project has already received considerable support, and months of work and planning culminated in Saturday's opening. Neighbourhood house coordinator and co-op manager Michelle Balthazar is pleased that so many people who produce craftworks and other items now have an outlet; a commercial kitchen and community food share program is part of the ongoing plans, as well as a 'clothe it forward' initiative. The shop is open from 9.30am to 5.30pm, with profits going back into helping the community's needs. Macedon Ranges east ward councillor Bill West was invited to open the community coop and congratulated the organisers on their initiative, conveying best wishes from mayor Jennifer Anderson and fellow ward representatives Annette Death and Geoff Neil. He said it was pleasing to see the co-op shop finally up and running, and the new Romsey men's shed expecting to be open early in the new year.

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The RM Begg Kyneton Aged Care Auxiliary has been unable to raise money since February due to COVID-19 restrictions. Money raised is used to support residents of the not-for-profit aged care facility and help staff to do this also. The auxiliary is now thrilled to be able to hold a Giant Garage Sale for the first time this year and get back to what they do best, fundraise! The sale will be held on Saturday December 5, 9am-3pm, and Sunday December 6, 9am-2pm, at the RM Begg Hall at 22 Epping Street. Items for sale include books, DVDs, craft, jigsaws, lamps, household items recliner chair, and much more! Go along and pick up a Christmas present or two!

This Thursday is the International Day of People with Disability. Mount Alexander Shire Disability Action Group chair Lorraine Le Plastrier said one in five Australians lived with a disability and 90 per cent of those lived with an invisible disability. "The theme of this year's International Day of People with Disability is 'not all disabilities are visible' and focuses on the need to build awareness and understanding of disabilities that are not immediately obvious," Ms Le Plastrier said. "We can make life easier for people who live with autism, acquired brain injury, or intellectual disabilities, for example, by simple changes in our language and attitude. "Thoughtful behaviour and language can go a very long way in removing barriers for people in our community with diminished hearing or cognitive difficulties, for example." Castlemaine Community House manager Martyn Shaddick told the Express he had a number of hidden disabilities resulting from an acquired head injury.

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“When you buy or shop local you help keep small businesses going, keep people employed and money in our towns so our local communities can thrive,” said Mr Leathem. “We have seen many people in our community support each other during the pandemic. With just over a month to go before Christmas, we’re encouraging everyone to think about how you can keep supporting local business and help the local economy to bounce back.”

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Say hello to Steph from the Corner Store on Barker Street in Castlemaine. She opened the shop and gallery five years ago with Milly and Kyle, and it’s filled with handpicked objects that they love. Step inside the old bank and you will notice an appreciation for things beautifully designed, handmade, sustainable or vintage. It’s the perfect place to pick up a gift or treat yourself. The shelves are stocked with goodies to brighten your day from ceramics, jewellery, children’s activities, books, cards, leather goods, clothing and more. op in for a chat, have a browse or wander the gallery to see the work of local artists. Find out more on Instagram @cornerstoremerchants.

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"These disabilities include slow reading, poor spelling and nominal dysphasia (an occasional inability to recall words when speaking or listening)," Mr Shaddick said. "I am constantly needing to explain my hidden disabilities to people, often in response to rude or judgmental statements such as 'Where did you learn to spell?' or 'What do you mean you can't read that?'." Ms Le Plastrier said if we were to build an inclusive society where all people with disabilities could reach their full potential, each and every one of us had to do our bit to become disability literate. "We must educate ourselves about disability issues and look for ways we can individually promote dignity and respect in our language, attitude and behaviour." Within the Mount Alexander Shire, MASDAG advocates for systemic change that creates an inclusive, accessible and safe local community. 'Inclusion' means making changes that support equitable social participation, employment and access for all persons of all abilities. ADVERTISEMENT

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Mount Alexander Shire Council is encouraging the community to buy local to help support local businesses and provide a much needed boost to economic recovery. It national campaign to deliver the simple message of Go Local First when it comes to purchasing goods and services. Council’s Manager Economy and Culture David Leathem said the COVID-19 pandemic has been tough on small businesses and they need our help to survive. “Local businesses are at the heart of our community and are essential for our local economy,” said Mr Leathem. “Whether it be the local baker, carpenter, hairdresser, chemist or vet, local businesses are vital to our daily lives and give back to our community in many ways. “Small businesses contribute to about a third of our economic activity and are an important provider of local jobs. “They are run by families, friends and neighbours who care about our community, bring growth and innovation, and make our towns unique and special,” he said. It is important to go local all year round but now it’s more important than ever. “This year has been really tough and we know how hard business owners have worked to adapt their offer or business practices to deal with COVID-19. “At the same time other businesses are just starting to open up as restrictions ease again and need our support at this crucial time,” said Mr Leathem. There are many ways we can support local businesses, producers, makers and traders.

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Dr Bernie Haberman and Kate Coleman invite you to a free workshop about treating headaches. According to studies, more than 87 per cent of Australians have experienced a headache within the last year, and 4.9 million Australian's experience migraines. "Headaches are very common but that doesn't make them normal," said Dr Bernie Haberman from Chiropractic Life. "A common misconception is that once you've had headaches for a while you will probably have to deal with them forever." With the burden on the community being so significant, Chiropractic Life is holding a workshop on 'Headaches: The Causes, The Solutions'. The evening will cover the main causes and the top four solutions to overcome most headaches. The workshop is a complimentary information evening and will be held at the new Chiropractic Life practice at 47 High Street in Kyneton. Headaches affect people of all ages, however they are more prevalent between the ages of 12 and 40. Nearly all of those with migraine and 60 per cent of those with tension-type headache experience reduc-

tions in social activities and work capacity. "As you can see from the data, headaches do not discriminate. All walks of life can be affected starting from very young kids," Dr Bernie said. "The key is to not ignore them and continue with a strategy with no improvement or a strategy that works but comes back as soon as you stop. "The cause is everything, without identifying the cause or causes you are continually just patching up the problem. In essence you are only dealing with the effect, this never brings lasting health and vitality to anyone." To discover the most prevalent causes of headaches and what you or your loved ones can do to decrease their impact, book directly with Chiropractic Life by phoning Kate on 4411 8944 or alternatively through the Events tab on the Chiropractic Life Kyneton Facebook page, www.facebook. com/chirolifekyneton. Spaces are limited so book quickly to secure your spot.

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Councillor Lesley Hewitt (pictured in centre) has been appointed Hepburn Shire Councilâ€™s mayor.

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Birch Ward's Councillor Lesley Hewitt has been appointed Hepburn Shire Council's mayor and will be supported in her role by deputy mayor Cr Brian Hood of Coliban Ward. Cr Lesley Hewitt said she was honoured to take on the role and looked forward to the year ahead. "I'm honoured by the trust and responsibility shown by my fellow councillors and look forward to working with them, CEO Evan King and the community to manage the impact of the pandemic and continue to provide the services and infrastructure our community needs and deserves," she said. Evan King, CEO, congratulated Lesley Hewitt and Brian Hood on their election.

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A massive 31-panel solar power system has been installed on the Woodend Neighbourhood House thanks to funding from the MASH community solar bulk-buy and Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group. This 10.23kW state-of-the-art system will shave about $6000 off the combined electricity bills of Woodend Neighbourhood House and next-door neighbour Cobaw Community Health as they share the same electricity meter. Producing an average 41 kilowatt hours a day, the system will slash the combined bills of these organisations by about 53 per cent. "This much-needed solar system will help offset our running costs with bill savings going into our community development initiatives and helping us deliver on our strategic plan," Woodend Neighbourhood House manager Melissa Baker said. "We are very grateful to MASH and MRSG for making this possible. "We also want to inspire other local community groups to become more sustainable. "We're part of the Woodend Cool Changes Climate Action Project, which aims to transform the region to zero-net carbon emissions. "Having solar helps us demonstrate our commitment to renewable energy and show what's possible." In a joint community funding response, MASH donated $5600 and the Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group contributed

an interest-free loan of $6400 to Woodend Neighbourhood House. The payback on the system is just under two years. "This is the 15th solar system that MASH and our other bulk-buy programs have funded in recent years," said Jo Kaptein, program lead for MASH solar bulk-buys run by the Central Victorian Greenhouse Alliance. "The savings from this system will directly benefit the community of Woodend, with at least 200 people accessing programs each week through the Neighbourhood House and more benefiting from the services provided by Cobaw Community Health. We're delighted to be able to give back in this way." MSRG president Dr David GormleyO'Brien said MRSG was pleased to offer the Woodend Neighbourhood House an interest-free loan from its Renewable Energy Fund. "In conjunction with MASH's community bonus, this has enabled the installation of a much larger solar power system that will provide for the House's energy needs in the present and distant future," he said. The solar system utilises a three-phase Fronius inverter with Tigo Optimisers on the panels to minimise the effect of shading. It was installed by Cola Solar, the solar provider for MASH in the Macedon Ranges Shire. For more information about MASH, visit mash.org.au or call 1300 466 274.

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The word on the street Sacred Heart College students have started a new chapter for Kyneton readers. They have launched a Street Library at the Social Foundary in Kyneton as part of their major project for Year 12 Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning. The Street Library is a box with books inside, strategically placed so that members of the community can pass by and deposit or take books to enjoy for free. It increases literacy and encourages a sense of community by bringing people together. Students selected the project as a way of supporting the local community and it was the focus of the Personal Development Skills and RE project for four students.

Remote learning during the pandemic meant some delays but students showed perseverance and attention to detail to see its delivery. Communication is a key component of the project and involved the group liaising with the various stakeholders as well as each other as a team. Students took on the roles of project coordinator, artistic and creative designers and communication coordinator. Recycled materials were locally sourced and the school thanked The Fencin' Fella and Squishy Minnie Bookstore for their kind donations. Information and locations of Street Libraries across Australia can be found via: www.streetlibrary.org.au

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Will my Cat Eat my Eyeballs? Caitlin Doughty 2019, non-fiction, 256 pages Everyone has questions about death. In Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs?, mortician Caitlin Doughty answers some of the most intriguing questions she’s received from young people about what happens to our bodies when we die. In a brisk, informative, and morbidly funny style, Doughty explores everything from ancient Egyptian death rituals and the science of skeletons to flesh-eating insects and the proper depth at which to bury your pet if you want Fluffy to become a mummy. Doughty confronts our common fear of dying with candid, honest, and hilarious facts about what awaits the body we leave behind.

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The Women’s Pages - Victoria Purman 2020, fiction, 416 pages The war is over and so are the jobs (and freedoms) of tens of thousands of Australian women. The armaments factories are making washing machines instead of bullets and war correspondent Tilly Galloway has hung up her uniform and been forced to work on the women’s pages of her newspaper where she struggles to write advice on fashion and make-up. As Sydney swells with returning servicemen and the city bustles back to post-war life, Tilly finds her world is anything but normal and she awaits news of her prisoner-of-war husband. She begins to research her own projects.

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Library amnesty Hepburn Libraries will once again be running a 'Forgiving Tree' fine amnesty over the Christmas period. The campaign was a great success last year with more than 700 items of food donated and $3540 in overdue fines forgiven. Items collected will be distributed to local food banks within the Hepburn Shire, to support our community. A Forgiving Tree program is a judgement-free process for borrowers with fines to remove charges that they may have been avoiding or unable to pay. The forgiving tree will be up from December 1 to January 8 at the four Hepburn Shire Libraries - The Warehouse - Clunes, Creswick Hub, Daylesford and Trentham Libraries. How does it work? For every item of non-perishable food donated, $5 worth of fines will be waived from a patron's library card. Items outstanding must be returned and this does not apply to charges associated with missing or damaged library items and is only valid for Hepburn Libraries collection items and patrons.

Express commended for COVID coverage The Midland Express has been recognised for its excellent reporting during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Victorian Country Press Association Awards for 2020. The newspaper was highly commended and was one of just three newspapers highlighted in the Overall Newspaper Excellence for COVID-19 coverage highest circulation category. Judge Patrick Elligett praised the newspaper's willingness to "try something different and break with tradition at a time when most in the newspaper business were simply focused on just getting the paper out". He said "few had the overall appeal of the Express across all criteria". "An excellent mix of stories and some very nice photography meant the Midland Express did not exhibit the symptoms of the pandemic suffered by many other newspapers. "Genuine care and attention had been given to how to get essential information to those who needed it, aided by innovative cross-platform solutions. "While it was obvious the Express' concern for the community was reciprocated by readers and advertisers, it did not allow complacency to set in." He commented that "Community support for the newspaper was obvious on every page". Sister newspaper Castlemaine Mail was also highly commended in the same category for 'under 4000' circulation. Judge Lynne Smith said the Mail had "an excellent combination of news, features and sport" and "great front page photographs that set up the publication for the read inside".

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Judge Patrick Elligett praised the Express’s willingness to “try something different and break with tradition”. The VCPA's awards were limited to just four categories this year including photography and advertising. Express editor Angela Crawford said the acknowledgement confirmed the Express was appreciated for its efforts to deliver both essential COVID information and as many 'good news' stories as possible to offer a reprieve to readers experiencing pandemic fatigue. "What we discovered throughout 2020 was that there were plenty of positive stories to report despite the doom and gloom," Ms Crawford said. "It proved our communities were optimistic and focused on getting on with it, despite the challenges we all faced."

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Artefacts from ancient civilisations and early Indigenous Australia are turning heads at Woodend Library. They are the creations of Braemar College's year seven Encounter students who have spent the past few weeks learning about diving into the fascinating history of ancient China and Rome, and early Indigenous Australia. Students were tasked with building a replica of an ancient artefact using accurate historical detail and cultural significance. Roman shields, jewellery, war sticks and Chinese coins are among the selected works on show from about 150 students. Encounter instructional leader Sharon Hitti said the artefacts created were "too good not to share". "Normally we can display the works at the college for parents and friends to view but coronavirus restrictions has made this challenging, so we were happy for the chance to share what students have created with the community through a display at the library," she said. Students created their pieces from studies of cultural practices, the organisation of societies, and the historical significance, mysteries and legacies of such civilisations. Families and friends of Braemar are encouraged to visit the library to view the historical interpretation of the ancient world.

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Macedon Ranges locals have been getting active as part of Adventure Bingo. A Healthy Heart of Victoria initiative, Adventure Bingo encourages people to get moving while having fun in marking points of interest to get a 'bingo' with prizes at play. Participants download an Adventure Bingo booklet and find each location identified along the Campaspe River on the bingo card. Once you've spotted three items in a vertical, horizontal or diagonal line, you've got 'bingo'. There are a series of weekly prize draws which began last week and will continue until Sunday December 13. Residents who submit a photo of their completed Bingo card to hhv@bendigo.vic. gov.au will go into the draw to win sporting equipment. Participants can send a photo of themselves at one of the sites on their Bingo card via Facebook message to Healthy Heart of Victoria to enter a special photo prize draw. The Macedon Ranges Shire Adventure Bingo walk begins at the Kyneton Library on Mollison Street and continues in a circuit back to the library, via the Campaspe River Walk (pictured).

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School leavers are urged to celebrate with safety in mind as many prepare to flock to popular coastal locations. Victoria Police will have a highly visible presence in coastal areas as Schoolies is set to occur from December 28 until December 10 but this year will look different due to the restrictions which have been put in place by the Chief Health Officer. Police ask that people familiarises themselves with these restrictions as they will have an impact on celebrations, particularly in relation to public and private gathering sizes. Parents are also encouraged to have open and frank conversations with their children before they depart, ensuring they are aware of acceptable social behaviour, the risks associated with excessive alcohol consumption and taking drugs, and educated about the restrictions in place throughout Victoria. With many young drivers set to travel long distances on their own for the first time and at speeds they aren't familiar with, police are imploring school leavers hitting our state's roads to drive to the conditions, be courteous of others and aware of other road users.

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Twenty brave Kyneton Primary School students took a leap of faith to take part in a Victorian State School Spectacular performance of a very different kind this year. COVID meant that a live stage performance was not possible, so organisers scrambled to figure out an alternative to allow the talented kids to perform another way. What has resulted is a Zoom-conducted concert with participants rehearsing and recording their singing solo at home to be united in choir in a final broadcast. Kyneton Primary music teacher Polly Christie, a well-known local choir master with the Pollyphonics, said 20 brave students from grades four, five and six had to film themselves on their own singing along to a click track. "It was all through the lockdown so I couldn't even record them myself," Ms Christie said. "Parents had to totally step up and also the kids, because it's pretty nerve wracking to all of a sudden go from being part of choir of 3000 singers, down to one person in a room with a camera! "They practised the songs, they rehearsed and then were filmed by their families. "They learnt a song in Indigenous language and they also sung in German, they sung Ode to Joy, which was magnificent, and they sung John Farnham's You're the Voice." Ms Christie said that while every one of the students was nervous about singing solo, they all put their nerves aside and just went for it. "They showed incredible courage and willingness to be flexible as well, and the parents got behind them so much," she said. Channel 7 Melbourne is proudly supporting the Spectacular and a special broadcast with behind-the-scenes highlights will air on Saturday December 5 at 7pm on Seven. It will also be livestreamed on the 7plus app and 7plus website, www.7plus.com. au, and will be available for catch-up viewing on the 7plus app and website for 30 days from the broadcast date. Mark your diary now and let your school community and all your friends and family know to tune in!

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1. Who is the current mayor of Mount Alexander? 2. Who is the current mayor of Macedon Ranges? 3. On what street is the Gisborne SES located? 4. The town of Kyneton is included in which federal electorate?

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5. What character are Midland Express readers looking for throughout the newspaper as part of a Christmas promotion?

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6. In which Australian state or territory would you find Eggs and Bacon Bay? 7. What is the chemical symbol for silver? 8. How many hearts does an octopus typically have?

Vaughan Greenberg, Chewton I wish to object very strongly concerning the site proposed for a new supermarket in Castlemaine. Locating such a monstrosity only a couple of hundred metres from an existing supermarket and at the most beautiful entrance to our town is philistinism at its worst. Surely, surely, for goodness sake, just once let us consider the quality of life in our village over rampant commercialism and the (doubtful) saving of a few bucks and the even more doubtful benefit of 'choice' beloved of the merchant class. A letter in the last issue of your paper supporting the new supermarket stated dismissively that 'there is more than one entrance to Castlemaine' ('More choice needed', Opinions, November 24). So that's okay then, if we allow one to be ruined there are others we can use. How little care for Castlemaine does that suggest? Councillors, don't allow this, if it must happen then please put it out of town. If the prices are right people will go there.

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9. Which Australian singer is known for the following songs: On a Night Like This, Spinning Around and The Loco-Motion?

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10. Peter Durand invented what for preserving food in 1810?

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It is reassuring to hear that social housing will be a key priority for Mount Alexander Shire's new Mayor Tony Cordy ('New mayor elect for Mount Alexander', Midland Express, November 24). As many readers would be aware, our shire is currently in the midst of an affordable housing crisis. Private rental properties are few and far between and increasingly expensive, while property prices continue to rise beyond the reach of many residents, especially young people. These trends are forecast to worsen as more people relocate from Melbourne to this region in coming months. According to local housing services, there is a wait of at least 10 years for social housing, and no suitable emergency accommodation that housing services can use to help vulnerable people. As a result, community members who have lived in and contributed to this com-

munity for most or all of their lives are being forced out of the area, and homelessness is increasing. The state government's recent announcement of a plan to build 12,000 affordable and social housing homes across the state is a beacon of hope that this unfolding crisis can be addressed before further harm is done to our community and its residents. Yet readers will know that government resources are not always distributed wisely or on the basis of need, sometimes due to ignorance and sometimes to base political motives. In light of this, it is vital that council actively engages with the state government to request that some of the planned social housing homes be built in this shire. This should form one part of a broader affordable housing strategy to be developed by council, with the aim of ensuring that all Mount Alexander residents have a safe, affordable place to call home, and that gentrification does not tear apart the fabric of this community we all love.

Logical fallacy Glen Kennedy, Kyneton In response to Dr Paul White's opinion ('Pushback against revisionists', Opinions, November 5) and those who agree with him. Your opening paragraph refers to some Kynetonians being saddened and aggrieved. I hope no one needs medical attention, but this is clearly a logical fallacy. It is called the "appeal to emotion in the absence of factual evidence". You then "welcome participation from young people in discussing significant issues and respectfully assert that renaming any streets in Kyneton is not one of them". This is the logical fallacy called the "appeal to ridicule fallacy" by suggesting this revisionist approach to history in this instance as not being worthy of serious consideration. Next you suggest that "the Kyneton Historical Society challenge tells us all we need to know". This is known as the logical fallacy of appealing to authority. I might be mistaken, and if I am I apologise, but your decision to include the title Dr in your letter about such a culturally

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sensitive subject seems to suggest you yourself are committing the logical fallacy of arguing from authority. I suggest we let those who are willing reveal the truth and based on the truth we make logical decisions about how we proceed. Kind sir, if this were a formal debate I'm sure your argument and logical fallacies would score 0 points with the judges. I think all citizens who seek to find ways to resolve the division generational unresolved trauma creates in our society should be applauded and this is far more important than the temporary grief or sadness some residents might feel.

A tell-tale sign Hans Paas, Castlemaine Dress it up however you like but expanding corrections facilities has never "delivered benefits for the local community" as claimed by Youth Justice Commissioner Jodi Henderson ('MYJP expands', Midland Express, November 24). The fact that our prisons and youth justice centres are expanding is a tell-tale sign that government is failing our society. Having spent 15 months working at Malmsbury assisting the young people with their post-custody plans for education, training and jobs, it soon became clear where the failings are to be found. Successive state governments have neglected to provide the opportunities needed for young people to begin their post-sentence rehabilitation. Schools, TAFEs and other training institutions are under-resourced so that I was often trying to fit a square peg in a round hole. Some youth were not even provided with safe, secure housing. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas could remove the need for bigger prisons for young people through programs that ensure young people have real choices about their future. It was this lack of opportunity that contributed to these young people committing the offences that saw them locked up at Malmsbury. When this newspaper reports the closure of the 'MYJP' we will have something real to celebrate.

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What can a funeral cost? tion. We know that what we quote will always be more than competitive and what it provides for is of the highest standard.” Brian says there are many advertisements for funeral insurance on television that create an expectation that funeral costs will be much higher than they often actually are. “This has been brought home to us many times at Mount Alexander Funerals when we have been arranging a funeral,” he says. “The people we are making the arrangements with are often surprised when they see that the cost of the funeral they have arranged with us comes in lower than what the funeral insurance advertisements suggest. “We do not recommend funeral insurance,

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Beautiful, authentic funeral care 2020 has seen some of the most challenging circumstances around health, wellbeing, and grief. It has been a year of unprecedented limitations around what we can do, where we can go, and who we can be with. No more so than for those who have held a loved one as they have died and then needed to compromise on the funeral they would normally have arranged. “When someone we love dies, the grief can be tremendous, and to try and make important decisions whilst in the midst of this, can just be overwhelming at the best of times,” says Libby Moloney, founder of Natural Grace Holistic Funeral Directors in Woodend. “Add to this the impact the coronavirus has had on gatherings, it’s no wonder that people have been stressed, confused and frustrated. “However, what can bring enormous peace of mind in these difficult times, is having a plan.” Natural Grace is committed to working with families around innovative, compassionate and supportive practices. This is to ensure funeral care is still beautiful, authentic and sustainable - even in the most difficult of times. “We can still support you in having a send-off for your loved one and given the daily changes in social distancing, please talk with us about what is possible,” explains Jacqui Morgan, senior holistic funeral director at Natural Grace. “The incredible venues of the Macedon Ranges are warmly welcoming families for their funeral ceremonies and are compassionate and flexible in adjusting to meet families’ needs.” Venues range from natural burial grounds for a graveside ceremony and picnic, to wineries that allow coffins to be present at an onsite funeral, to traditional churches. And there was always your home garden as an option. “Many of these venues are now opening back up, and although attendee numbers may be limited depending on the space available, we will work with you to provide the best choices, and help you through what is a distressing time, in the most compassionate and loving way we can,” Jacqui explains. “We can support you with vigils and viewings, funeral and memorial services, as well guiding you through how to craft a personal tribute.” This Christmas, Macedon Ranges families are grieving in an unprecedented way. Many of us have not been able to attend the funeral of someone we love. Many of

us have had to arrange a funeral for someone we love and have not been able to invite everyone we would have liked to. This complication has left many of us without a proper goodbye and a sense of releasing our person fully. With this in mind, The Anglican Parish of Woodend is holding a very special Blue Christmas Memorial Service, and everyone is invited. As an all-faiths occasion, everyone is welcome to bring a picnic rug or a chair and join with others in honouring your person who has died. Together those present will explore the themes of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love and unite in their grief and determination to move forward in peace. There will be an opportunity for you to light a candle to honour your persons memory. Keep an eye on the St Mary’s Facebook page for updates about a wet weather plan if needed. The Blue Christmas Memorial Service will be held at The Anglican Parish of Woodend, 15 Buckland Street, Woodend on Saturday December 12 at 4pm.

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Ways to remember those we love at Christmas It has certainly been a challenging year for us all and it feels like we are all looking forward to Christmas more than ever, hopefully with up to 30 family and friends at our own homes, which we haven’t been able to do for most of this year! For so many families, this year has been particularly hard if they have experienced the death of someone they love. We haven’t been able to come together, as we normally would, to say goodbye due to the COVID pandemic and many families are still waiting to be able to organise something special to celebrate and honour their lives. Can we do this at Christmas? Of course you can, if it feels right for you, follow your instincts! While we can be approaching Christmas with mixed feelings there are many ways to remember and celebrate loved ones who are no longer with us, which can be incorporated into your Christmas gatherings. More than ever we will appreciate the opportunity to get together and ways of remembering can be thoughtful, loving and celebratory adding something special to these long-awaited events. Here are a few suggestions: Join our Christmas service of remembrance webcast: We are live-streaming our annual Christmas Service of Remembrance this year (see advertisement below for details), which means you can gather as family and friends in your own homes on Wednesday December 9 at 5pm and join us for this special time of reflection. Don’t forget to send T J Scott & Son your loved one’s photo by December 2 to include in the visual tribute to be shared on the night. Favourite foods and beverages: Ask everyone to bring a little something that reminds them of their special person favourite lollies/sweets, dessert, nibbles or drinks to share. Mementos and photos: Sharing favourite photos and memories together - take some time as you are sitting together to share a story about where that photo was taken or what the significance of that memento is to you, or just share a special memory you have. Afterwards, collate these photos

and stories into a little book and you can keep adding to this over the years. Christmas decorations: Make or buy a beautiful candle or place a Christmas decoration, with a photo of your loved one, in a special place in your home. Christmas recipes: Use a favourite recipe from your loved one for a get-together - perhaps print out copies to give to family and friends. Gratitude jar: Start a little gratitude jar where you each contribute something you are grateful for that person for. At an appropriate time light a candle and share your thoughts. A special place: Perhaps organise a visit to a particular place your loved one enjoyed - a favourite winery, beach, restaurant, walking track, museum - it may be the backyard at home - wherever you feel that special connection. Whatever you do over this Christmas time, remember that everyone feels things in different ways and often need different ways to express their own grief. If unsure, just ask family and friends if there is anything in particular they would like to do to include their special person. (And it’s okay if they are not up to it too!)

And if you know someone who is grieving this is an important time to get in touch and let them know you are thinking of them - just a simple phone call, a personal card or letter, an invitation for a cuppa and chat, can make all the difference. Just hearing someone say their loved one’s name and acknowledging that it may be difficult for them as they approach Christmas can mean so much. - By Kelly Scott kelly@tjscottandson.com.au Ph: 5422 6455

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cal conditions and take into account fuel moisture, fuel loads, grassland curing, weather and rainfall. Fire Danger Period information and restrictions are published at cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/restrictions-during-the-fire-danger-period. Victorians can find out Can I or Can't I? information at cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can or by calling VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226. Remember, all burn-offs should be registered with the VicFire Burn-off notification line on 1800 668 511. Fire Danger Period information * Lighting a fire in the open without a permit is an offence and can bring a penalty of more than $19,000 and/or 12 months' imprisonment. Barbecues and fires for cooking and warmth do not require a permit, but must be lit in properly constructed fireplaces. * The public is referred to the CFA Can I Can't I document for a full list of activities that can be safely undertaken during the FDP. This includes the permit and general conditions that apply in each circumstance. * Farmers can find legal guidelines and practical advice at cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/farms - this information is important especially for new farmers, bush block owners or hobby farmers. * A Total Fire Ban declaration means no fires can be lit for the declared district for that day unless there is a specific exemption or special permit issued. This applies irrespective of the Fire Restriction status for a given municipality. Further details at cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

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Include animals in your plans With the weather warming up and bushfire season steadily looming towards us, it is important to make sure we are prepared in case of a fire. Putting some plans and equipment in place early is the best way to make sure our furred and feathered family members will stay as safe as they can be. The first step is thinking about where you and your animals might go in case of a fire - do you have friends or family to stay with? For horses and livestock - is there somewhere with paddocks or yards that you will be able to take your animals? Make sure you have things in place so you can leave quickly if needed, such as animal carriers being located in an accessible spot or having your horse float already hooked up on high fire risk days. The second step is putting together a kit of items for your animal if you need to evacuate in a hurry. This should include food, water, bowls for each pet, bedding, a toy and any medications that they are on. Finally, you need to make sure that your animals can be identified as yours in the chance that they escape, either from your home or their temporary accommodation. The best way to do this is to make sure all your animals are microchipped and that their microchip details are up to date. For further information visitwww.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/petsand-bushfires or call the Gisborne Veterinary Clinic on 5428 2805.

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If you live two or three streets away from grassland and a grassfire starts, stay where you are. Grassfires are unlikely to spread into built-up areas. Never drive if you can see smoke or fire. Thick smoke will make it hard to see and traffic jams and accidents are likely. Keep roads clear for emergency services. Everyone in Victoria who lives near dense forest, bush, grassland or the coast needs to prepare their property for bushfire, this includes all our local towns. Heavy ember attack from a bushfire may cause house fires even if you live in a built up area. Be prepared * Remove flammable items from decks and verandahs, such as boxes, furniture and doormats. * Keep grass cut to less than 10cm. Fire can ignite and travel quickly through long grass. * Keep woodpiles away from the house. Stray fire embers can easily ignite woodpiles. * Store flammable liquids away from the

Be well prepared It's time to get that firefighting pump ready for this fire season now the hot weather is on the way. Gisborne Power Products can service your existing firefighting pump ready for the coming months or they have new units available for purchase. There is a selection of new firefighting pumps available including Honda Powered single and twin impeller units. They also have a selection of hoses and Camlock fittings for purchase. And to help you get your property in better shape for the fire season, Gisborne Power Products can also help you get rid of that luxuriant grass growth that's appeared this season with a walkbehind or hand-held brushcutter. Call in and see the team at Gisborne Power Products, 15 Parkers Road New Gisborne. They'll be glad to help you with your fire-readiness needs.

house. Where possible, store in flameproof containers. * Get rid of dry grass, leaves, twigs and loose bark. * Cut back overhanging tree branches close to property - no branches within a 10m space. * Do not have large shrubs next to or under windows. Use pebbles and rocks in your garden (not flammable mulch). * And keep gutters and roof areas clear of leaf litter. Also make sure there is enough space for a fire truck to reach you. It is recommended that the widths and clearances around the access way be a minimum driveable width of 3.5m and be substantially clear of encroachments for at least 0.5m on each side and clear of encroachments at least 4m vertically. The Macedon Ranges is a high-risk bushfire and grassfire area. CFA brigades urge all residents to take the necessary ryy above steps to be fire safe this fire danger period. For furt rther t tips and advice visit the CFA website or message Gisborne CFA's Facebook page; Gisborne Fire Brigade - CFA.

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10. What will you do if there is a fire in the area and you cannot leave? Remember to decide who will do what as part of your plan. Leaving early is the safest option to protect yourself and your family. Leaving early means leaving the area before there are any signs of a fire - not when you can see flames or smell smoke. Leaving early means avoiding panic, being trapped, making the wrong choices and risking serious injury or death. If you decide to stay you need to be absolutely sure that you are well equipped to defend your property. Planning to stay and defend is a big decision. You could be at serious risk of uncontrollable fires on Severe, Extreme and Code Red days. Most homes in high-risk bushfire areas are not designed for Code Red conditions. The CFA website can help you decide whether or not you are capable of defending your property - and tells you about the risks and preparations involved. Grassfires near a town If you live or work on the outskirts of town, you might be next to grassland, parks, paddocks or bush. Grassfires can start anywhere and spread quickly. If you live next to grassland and a grassfire starts, walk at least two streets back from the fire.

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By Bevan Moody, 3rd Lieutenant Gisborne Fire Brigade Gisborne Fire Brigade is advising residents to be prepared for the upcoming fire season.You don't have to live in the country to be at risk of fire. If you live near areas that have significant bush, forest or long grass, then you need to plan ahead for the fire season.There are a number ways you can be fire safe, this includes having a sufficient fire plan and also ensuring your property is well maintained. Having a bushfire plan is very important, you have to decide depending on your risk what you will do on a significant fire danger day, this includes 1. Which Fire Danger Rating is your trigger to leave? 2. Will you leave early that morning or the night before? 3. Where will you go? 4. What route will you take - and what is your alternative in the event that a fire is already in the area? 5. What will you take with you? 6. What do you need to organise for your pets or livestock? 7. Who do you need to keep informed of your movements? 8. Is there anyone outside your household who you need to help or check up on? 9. How will you stay informed about warnings and updates.

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for sale Nuggetty Vineyard 280 Maldon Shelbourne Road, Maldon Lifestyle property of winery, grazing land, 2 selfcontained buildings and shedding. Homestead style house comprises open plan living/kitchen, two beds and bathroom. Second residence currently cellar door sales, comprises kitchen/dining/living area, sep ofﬁce, two upstairs bedrooms. Adjoining large shed & cool room, plus 3 dams,3 phase power.

Contemporary Style 25 Farnsworth Street, Castlemaine Contemporary style on 1131sqm allotment walking distance to town, this custom built home features double glazing, timber ﬂoors in living areas. Features: entry hallway, three beds with robes, main with ensuite, central bathroom, sep toilet, study nook, kitchen/living area with balcony to capture the views. Side entry from carport to mud room/laundry.

Room to Move 62 Berkeley Street, Castlemaine Spacious brick rendered home on 1012 sqm comprises: 2 living rooms, cinema room/ home gym, open plan kitchen overlooking dining area, 5 bedrooms all with robes, main with wir and ensuite, study, family bathroom, laundry, double carport & workshop. Centrally located, walk to shops and schools; this impressive property will sell quickly.

Country Escape 24A Steele Street, Chewton Victorian classic circa 1900. Weatherboard home with all the hard work done. Clean and classic while retaining its charm and street appeal. With four bedrooms, two bathrooms, large dining area, this is country style living at its best in the heart of historic Chewton. Huge allotment 1330sqm.

$920,000 View By Appointment Contact Genevieve Cantwell 0418 362 270

$835,000 View By Appointment Contact Tom Robertson 0437 642 644

$735,000 View By Appointment Contact Tom Robertson 0473 642 644

Glennifer c. 1914 68 Kennedy Street, Castlemaine Solid brick Victorian period home on corner block with many period features. Features: central hallway, three bedrooms, main bedroom with adj study and ensuite, kitchen with north aspect, dining area, sitting room, family room, study, family bathroom/ laundry. Brick studio/workshop, single carport, 5kw solar system & battery storage with a large garden.

Stone Love 48 Adelaide Street, Chewton 1860’s miner’s cottage on 1390sqm with original features throughout. Comprising: entry into lounge room, two beds in original section, open plan living/ dining/kitchen area, main bedroom with ensuite, family bathroom & laundry/mudroom. Externally, north facing deck overlooks landscaped gardens featuring est trees, orchard and a studio/ofﬁce.

Moving in Stereo 31 Carrs Road, Barkers Creek Lifestyle property totalling 4.111 hectares (10.15 acres) is ready to go with planning permission for a dwelling with north facing building envelope and expansive views. Zoned rural living with spring fed dam, bore/well, fenced and only a short drive to Castlemaine with easy access to the Calder Freeway. Ideal site for your sustainable home.

Contact Agent View By Appointment Contact Michael Cantwell 0419 339 003

$950,000 View By Appointment Contact Genevieve Cantwell 0418 362 270

$739,000 View By Appointment Contact Genevieve Cantwell 0418 362 270

$429,000 View By Appointment Contact Michael Cantwell 0419 339 003

t: 5472 1133 cantwellproperty.com.au

KN254291

275 Barker Street, Castlemaine

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Country character with modern finish

Quietly positioned on picturesque Church Street, this modern, country cottage could be your perfect country retreat! The character inspired modern miners cottage features a traditional verandah entry and a lovely rear decked balcony that overlooks the garden and countryside. The home comprises double glazed windows, a central hallway, two double bedrooms with robes and double hung windows, a sleek bathroom with large bath and shower, open plan living-dining with large french doors that open out to the balcony, plus a classic white kitchen that is well finished and appointed with a dishwasher, stainless steel cooker and reverse cycle air. Sited on the large allotment there is space to further build-on or enhance to your taste and style. The grounds measure 3000m2 (3/4 acre) and include town water, power, shade trees and a small garden pond. Isolate in style with tranquility at your doorstep and Castlemaine/Chewton very close too.

Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Character inspired modern miners cottage with two bedrooms 2 Church Street, Fryerstown $495,000 Waller Realty 5470 5811

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Campbells Creek

$695,000 - $725,000

6 Scott Court

LIVE COURT SIDE AND POOL SIDE WITH RURAL VISTAS IN TOWN!

4A2B 5C

Positioned on over 3/4 acre - 3,380m2 (0.83 Acre) with town services and rural vistas, this wonderful home and grounds offers so much space in a great location. The Brick Veneer home includes a double garage, alfresco verandah-outdoor area, fenced in-ground pool bordered by gardens, 4 bedrooms with robes, main and ensuite bathrooms, 2 generous living areas and a central kitchen with timber cupboards, modern appliances and a dishwasher. The home has large windows, ceiling fans and ducted cooling. Outdoors there is much room to play, grow and enjoy the serenity plus there is a double carport (7.5mx9m) and a double garage-workshop (7.5mx9m). A quality lifestyle is assured with the Local Primary School only a 2km stroll away and the centre of Castlemaine also just under 5km.

Metcalfe

$740,000

4 Goldﬁelds Road WARMLY STYLED COUNTRY CONTEMPORARY HOME IN METCALFE - 1 ACRE OF COUNTRY GARDENS

4A2B 2C

Country living awaits at its best with this re-imagined country-contemporary home that has been upgraded to a high finish and focus with double glazed windows, floor insulation and a beautiful kitchen with picture-windows outlook. The home is built of corrugate cladding and old-world doublebricks that works to create a modern and Victorian finish. The living space comprises 4 double bedrooms, 2 living zones, polished timber floors, quality carpets and high ceilings. There are main and ensuite bathrooms, a large country laundry, and French doors that open out onto wide decked verandahs for entertaining and relaxing in the country gardens. The kitchen features Caesarstone benches, a pantry, quality appliances and great storage. Outdoors is a set of solar panels to reduce grid power costs, and plenty of roof collected rain storage of over 30,000 litres. A large workshop/ storage shed with power and concrete flooring is adjoined by the carport.

INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT

$950,000

9 Stephens Street PORTER DAVIS PERFECTION ON STEPHENS STREET UNDER 2KM FROM THE TOWN CENTRE!

4A2B 2C

With 190m2 of living, the home comprises: - long formal hallway entry - 4 bedrooms with built-in robes - generous oversize main with walk-in robes - main and ensuite bathrooms - a huge open plan living-dining area - cosy formal living room - large covered Alfresco entertaining area - quality kitchen with stone benches and walk-in pantry - double garage with direct entry Relaxed living awaits in a established, leafy locale of picturesque Woodend township.

Rob Waller Director

$440,000

Lot 1, 95 Lyttleton Street LAND ON LOVELY LYTTLETON STREET - 1,185M2 IN THE TOWN CENTRE

Central to Castlemaine’s most desired precinct this Lyttleton Street locale residential block has been completely furnished with all the assets to commence a build. Reticulated power, gas, water, sewerage,NBN and drainage have already been connected to Lot 1. With superb views toward the town you are within 5 minutes to the shops, schools and railway station. Not far from some quiet bush walks, the golf club and Castlemaine’s selection of culinary options this address will appeal to families, retirees and commuters.

0418 571 130

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0417 564 697

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Jennifer Bendeich

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KN254292

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Perfect rural pursuit large picture windows, cooling, and double carport. The second residence is currently used as cellar door sales and comprises open plan kitchen and tasting area with walk in pantry, dining and living area and bedroom/ studio; upstairs are two bedrooms with views over the landscaped gardens and vines. The adjoining steel shed measures 9.5 x 13.5 with internal cool room and is used in wine production. The vineyard consists of 3 acres of grapes planted in 1994 producing shiraz wines and a small trial plot with a mix of grape varieties. The property also has three large dams, three phase power and sealed road access.

Property: Address: Sale: Agent: Contact:

Nuggetty Vineyard and Winery on 32ha 280 Maldon-Shelbourne Road, Maldon Expressions of interest closing Friday December 4 at 5pm Cantwell Property Castlemaine 5472 1133 / 0448 322 332

54 Conlans Road

MERINDAH

$895,000

Call now for viewing details

Paul Caine 0407 393 900

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KN253963

Located at the base of the Nuggetty Ranges close to the vibrant township of Maldon, this versatile lifestyle property of 34 hectares offers a unique opportunity for a boutique winery with cellar door, grazing land and the flexibility of two self-contained buildings and additional shedding. The modern, homestead style house nestles among a beautiful cottage garden and established shade trees. Featuring a large open plan north facing kitchen/living/ dining area with slate floors and solid fuel heater, timber kitchen with gas cooking, two generous bedrooms both with robes and central bathroom. In addition there are

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Pretty as a picture Established trees provide shade and privacy and there is off street parking for two cars. Maldon is a wonderful base to explore the central Goldfields region. Or you could park the car and spend your time walking around the historic Maldon streets and enjoy all that the town offers - delicious dining, walking

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Smiths Cottage circa 1860 charming and centrally located 9 Reef Street, Maldon $570,000 Bendigo Property Plus Di Selwood 5447 4088

Cosy lounge with wood heater leading to the dining room with French doors opening to a paved outdoor area, one of many garden rooms set up to enjoy the outdoors. Moving further through the cottage there is a compact kitchen with garden views, central bathroom with separate toilet and laundry/mudroom with French doors to the rear yard. The property is fully fenced, and the garden is simply beautiful, with all the cottage style plantings just starting to burst into a riot of colour.

NEW LISTING

SUPERB RURAL LIFESTYLE LOT OF 27.3 HECTARES

SPACIOUS PERIOD HOME WITH SEPARATE STUDIO

• Two sizeable dams with excellent water storage

• Large California bungalow style home with big rooms, wide hallways and original features

• Small pine plantation of approx. 2.5 acres plus further woodlot

• Separate studio & 12x8m carport

• Scattered eucalypts & cleared land

• 3 bedrooms, study, 2 bathrooms and 3 living areas. Ducted cooling

• Only 25 minutes travel to Bendigo or 90 minutes to Melbourne

WALMER

CA 4 Lewis Road

Inspect: CONTACT AGENT Agent: Di Selwood 0488 148 358

$460,000 - $480,000

• Large 1100m2 block

CHARLTON

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18 Waugh Street

Agent: Lois De Jong 0413 175 087

$279,900

A3B2C4

SMALL ACREAGE COUNTRY HIDEAWAY

AN EXCELLENT INVESTMENT • Currently a dwelling & annex that houses Campbells Creek P/Office

• Farmhouse feel with decorative wood panels & cathedral ceilings

• Option for two separate tenancies, residence and business

• New floor coverings, wood heater, updated kitchen & bathroom

• Residence currently tenanted at $360 p/w and business $300 p/w

• Approx 1.5 hectares. 6x12m shed, rainwater storage & dam

HARCOURT NORTH

Inspect: CONTACT AGENT

11 Mennens Lane

Agent: Di Selwood 0488 148 358

$510,000 - $520,000

A3B1C2

• New 10kw solar, internal painting, new carpet and updated ensuite

CAMPBELLS CREEK

Inspect: CONTACT AGENT

139 Main Road

Agent: Di Selwood 0488 148 358

$580,000

A3B2C3

Nathan Diss 0448 010 057

Di Selwood 0488 148 358

Kaylene Disher 0431 039 512

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KN254259

Perched behind a pretty picket fence only 500 metres from the shops, cafes and amenities is the enchanting ‘Smiths Cottage’. Charm and character abound in this original miner’s cottage from the gold rush era and coupled with its central location, it offers the perfect weekend retreat or permanent retreat, only 90 minutes from Melbourne. Typical of the design, the home has three pavilions and offers two-bedroom accommodation, one of which has a built-in robe.

tracks, antiques and collectables, boutique shopping and weekend markets. A popular choice with visitors to Maldon, the property is currently listed with Maldon Getaways for short term accommodation stays, offering the new owner an established income stream. A quintessential Maldon home in the heart of town.

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Exquisite and secluded oasis With 180-degree views to the Macedon Ranges and creek frontage, this jewel of a home known as The Glass Housâ€™ is an exquisite and secluded oasis. The residence sits at the end of a private driveway surrounded by a serene landscaped garden of sweeping lawns and peaceful views from all rooms. The heart of the home is the vast open plan living/ dining areas, an amazing designer kitchen, with top of the range appliances. Floor to ceiling windows overlook stunning valley views. Located in a truly spectacular setting, this property offers an unparalleled opportunity to enjoy the very best of country living that afford some of the districts most remarkable views and

provides the discerning buyer the prospect of creating an exceptional lifestyle. The home includes three bedrooms, master with ensuite. External features include town and tank water, fully insulated garage 9m in width x 12m length x 3m high with a 22.5-degree roof pitch (approx.) that will accommodate a hoist. There is also a 4kW solar power system. Forty minutes to Melbourne CBD and 30 minutes to Melbourne airport. A truly spectacular home, one that needs to be inspected to appreciate all that is on offer as there are far too many features to mention here. Land size is 4.18 acres (approx.) Private inspection only.

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Three bedroom home with vast living/dining areas and sweeping views 115 Outlook Lane, Gisborne $1,800,000 - $1,980,000 Raine & Horne Gisborne Ken Grech 0418 509 710 / 5428 4007 ken.grech@gisborne.rh.com.au

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

6 ACRES ON FRINGE OF TOWN

$650,000

- Featuring three bedrooms, kitchen/dining, living, bathroom and laundry. - Beautiful 6 acres land - Verandahs surrounding home, double carport & large shed - Just a 6 minute drive to Castlemaine CBD

27 Muckleford School Road, Muckleford

GORGEOUS ALLOTMENT ON 10 ACRES (APPROX)

- Well fenced, large 3 megalitre dam and power available to boundary - Sold with planning permit - Conveniently located just a 6 minute drive from Castlemaine town centre

31 NORTH STREET, CASTLEMAINE

$595,000

VICTORIAN HOME ON LARGE ALLOTMENT - GREAT LOCATION

- This much loved home has been offered for the ďŹ rst time in many years - Featuring three bedrooms, kitchen/dining, lounge bathroom and laundry - Garden shed & double carport - Subdivision potential (S.T.C.A)

$395,000

52 Barker Street, Harcourt

LUXURY HOME

$798,500

- Five bedrooms, master with ensuite and walk-in robe, kitchen, formal dining, family room, living room, family bathroom & laundry - 7.5m x 18m Colorbond shed & double garage - Quiet, central location just 7 minutes to Castlemaine, 20 minutes to Bendigo & 90 minutes to Melbourne

KN254293

70 ROSS ROAD, MUCKLEFORD

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Current and previous cemetery trust members may apply for reappointment as part of a competitive selection process.

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Mixed champs: The final of Central Highlands mixed pairs championship produced an exciting finish at Macedon on Sunday. Trish Odgers and Tassie Clohesy (pictured) defeated Gisborne's Ian and Louise Ball 15-14 to claim the title. It was the second win for Diggers Rest entrants in CHBD events this season.

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After the hard year that has affected the sporting community, Kyneton District Soccer Club is excited to again offer a MiniRoos program. The program has been running for two weeks and has around 70 kids signed up already. It's not too late to join though with another three sessions prior to Christmas and after a short break, the program will re-commence on Thursday January 28 for five weeks. Children aged 4-9 years old are encour-

aged to come along and have fun, regardless of whether they have played soccer before or not. The club is very supportive and welcomes all new families. MiniRoos is held at the club's home ground at Barkly Square in Beauchamp Street and starts at 5.30pm. The cost is $50 and further information is available from the Kyneton District Soccer Club Facebook page or via playfootball. com.au/miniroos-kickoff-finder

Social soccer is here

Friends from Castlemaine and Gisborne Under 8s came together for a social kick at Chewton Soldiers Memorial Park on Sunday November 22 to celebrate the continued easing of COVID restrictions which has seen contact sport return for participants 18 and under. Further easing of restrictions sees adult contact sport soon to return to the shire as well, with Castlemaine Goldfields Football Club looking to host full contact post-season social kicks for adults again in the coming weeks. Anyone interested in having a kick should get in touch with the club to see what options there are for the off season. Contact secretary@castlemainegoldfieldsfc.net.au or message the club via their Facebook page.

Doco fest returns

Films are back! Castlemaine's Theatre Royal was thrilled to begin screening films once again last Wednesday. To celebrate is the Royal is looking forward to again partnering with the Castlemaine Documentary Film Festival (C-DOC) on a screening of a must-see feature-length doco, Brazen Hussies. The film shows us how a daring and diverse group of women joined forces to defy the status quo, demand equality and create profound social change - contributing to

one of the greatest social movements of the 20th Century. The film interweaves freshly uncovered archival footage, personal photographs, memorabilia and lively accounts from the bold women who reignited the feminist movement in Australia, at times at great personal cost. The screening will take place on Wednesday December 9 and followed by a Q&A with the director and producers. To secure your ticket www.theatreroyalcastlemaine.com.au/cinema

For art and garden lovers Renowned Australian artist and author Criss Canning will visit Castlemaine's Stoneman's Bookroom this Saturday December 5. Criss will be signing copies of her beautiful new book In Pursuit of Beauty from 11am. Criss is represented in the Castlemaine Art Museum and also currently has an exhibition at Smith and Singer in Collins Street, Melbourne. Her work can also be found in the National Gallery of Australia and Gallery of New South Wales. Criss and her husband David Glenn live just outside Ballarat and run the Lambley Nursery. The garden, designed by David, is world renowned as a benchmark in sustainable gardening. Lambley's complex of gardens are an inspiration to visitors from around the world and a must-see for anyone planning a garden in the Australian climate. Criss' new book is a delight for both art and garden lovers so be sure to pick up a copy.

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Kyneton galloper Uptown Lola made it three wins in succession with a brave effort at the Jericho Cup meeting at Warrnambool on Sunday. Trainer George Osborne has the Danerich mare racing in peak form, and Sunday's win follows on from convincing efforts at Kyneton and Echuca. This time apprentice Alana Kelly had the ride, and positioned Uptown Lola outside the leader in the Midnight Madness Fillies and Mares BM70 Handicap, with the market giving all the runners a chance. Uptown Lola surged late to win by a long neck in a close finish and Kelly earned full marks from the trainer for her ride. Osborne also disclosed that the mare has overcome some problems and is now

in peak condition. Just 15 minutes earlier, and 400 kilometres away at Traralgon, Uptown Lily (Uptown Lola's older sister) finished a close second for the stable. At Bendigo last Thursday, My Divas comfortably won the Roll the Dice BM58 Handicap. Not having much luck in several runs since her last victory, My Divas was ridden by John Allen, who has a good strike rate for the stable. Sutton Grange trainer Brent Stanley produced a smart galloper at Traralgon on Sunday. The previously unraced El Salto, ridden by Rose Pearson, won a 1100m Maiden for three-year-olds by nearly three lengths, starting favourite in the event after a good recent trail win at Tatura.

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Uptown Lola, ridden by Alan Kelly, wins the Midnight Madness BM70 Handicap at Warrnambool in a tight finish. Picture - Reg Ryan (Racing Photos).

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Kyneton & Hanging Rock Racing Club has submitted an application to enable crowds to attend its New Year's Day and Australia Day race meetings at Hanging Rock. The application is presently under review and the club intends to make a further announcement about patron attendance at these two popular annual race meetings once its application has been considered. For the first time since early March, spectator attendance with a ceiling of 500 people was permitted at the weekend. Yarra Valley and Warrnambool clubs took the opportunity, under COVIDSafe Event Plans. The same rules will apply for Echuca and the Sandown twilight meeting tomorrow (Wednesday). However, the Kyneton meeting this Thursday will be restricted to licensed participants, essential staff and pre-registered owners. No members of the general public will be admitted. Racing Victoria and Country Racing Victoria are pleased to see the resumption of spectator attendance after such a long absence due to the pandemic. Clubs will continue with segregation between racing participants and spectators in the immediate future, with the requirement to be regularly reviewed. Racing Victoria chief executive Giles Thompson said everyone in Victorian racing has worked incredibly hard to safely continue racing and training through the pandemic, and this has helped protect the equivalent of 25,000 full time jobs across the state. Country Racing Victoria's chief executive, Scott Whiteman, said it has been an incredibly tough time for country clubs, so the resumption of spectator attendance is really important as we enter the summer period with many clubs scheduled to host popular

Easy win: Cielo D’Oro, ridden by Jamie Mott, takes out the Midland Express BM58 Handicap at Kyneton. Photo: Pat Scala / Racing Photos country race meetings in the months ahead. "The opportunity to have up to 500 spectators at a race meeting is a welcome first step and we hope to be able to build on that number in the weeks and months ahead should Victoria stay on top of the virus," he said. TREBLE AT KYNETON There was a nine-event program at Kyneton last Tuesday, highlighted by a treble to the formidable training combination of Tom Dabernig and Ben Hayes. They were successful with Vida Rose, Angel Rock and the very impressive Cielo D'Oro. A promising four-year-old having his eighth start, Cielo D'Oro, a $5 chance in an open market, positioned back in the field in the Midland Express C,G&E BM58 over 1212m. Jamie Mott went wide and secured a run at the top of the straight to soon draw clear. The winning margin was 4.3 lengths with something in hand; Optimizer finished second for trainer/rider Michelle Payne, marginally ahead of the Kyneton-trained pair of Latest Bentley and Toolbar.

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The first round of Kyneton Golf Club's Par 3 Championship took place on Saturday, with C-grade winner David Ryan returning the best score. A- Jesper Hansen 57-7-50 on a countback from Barry Murphy 59-9-50. B- William Dodd 62-14-48 from Paul Moore 69-17-52. C- David Ryan 61-16-44 from Irene Kocicz. Nearest the pins were Glenn Harris, Mark Sciberras, Terry Gamble (also super pin) and Jason McClue. Friday twilight: 4BBB nine holes off red tees : Men - Jonathon and Thomas Beechey 16 points; Women - Julie Harris and Teaote Davies 20; Mixed - Rick O'Donnell and Denise Murphy 25. Murphy and Travis Poole were NTP. Mid-week championships: First round winner was Mandalay GC visitor Terry Kimpton with 87-21-66, from David Austin 99-30-69. NTPs were Tony Dibella (welcome back after injury), and Mark Sciberras. The final round of the Mavis Cribbes November Trophy was completed last Tuesday. Vicki Nettleton (handicap 25) won A-grade with 39 points, from Deb Kohlman (24) on 38, while Teaote Davies (41) had 43 in Bgrade, from Julie Harris (29) with 40. The nine-hole winner was Jenny Kerr (36) with 14, fro Vicki Hardwick (45) on 11. Longest drives came from Denise Murphy (A) and Julie Harris (B), with Murphy, Harris, Marian Orr and Cate Thomas NTP.

Romsey golf It was monthly medal day at Romsey on Saturday, with couch sprigs loving the moisture and heat after 35 millimetres of rain. Returning a score at or better than handicap was excellent. The club was pleased to welcome ex-club member John Gradie back. He was with a NSW group on a wine education tour. Scott Williams returned the best score of 87-18-69 to also land the medal, from Andrew Clement 82-10-72, Mick Aquire 77-2-75 and Matt Burkett 105-30-75. Williams also had thee least putts (25) and Mal Mottram was nearest the pin. The Steve Wilkins -- Chris Manktelow combination was a runaway winner of Wednesday's two-ball stableford multiplier. Their score of 57 points was 18 clear of runners-up Wendy Gosden and Darlene Baker. Beryl Cole and Rob Slde had 37 to finish third on a countback from Liz and Chris Manktelow. Work around the course continues, with volunteers watering extensively to help the recent couch grass sprigging across the fairways.

Lancefield golf Jason Day - not the Aussie super star set a cracking pace in Lancefield's four ball best ball event on Saturday. They took out the main award with 54 points. The ladies invited recent clinic graduates to join them in a 10-hole four-person Ambrose last week. Winners with 22 points were Maxine West, Wendy Nicholas, Jennie Vennell and Susie Kosa. Men's mid-week stableford: Peter McGill 38 points, from Colin Daniel 37.

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Two unbeaten in bowls Bill West

With three rounds played in Central Highlands pennant bowls, reigning premiers Kyneton and arch rivals Kyneton Golf are the only unbeaten division one sides. Saturday's round saw Kyneton pass an acid test on the synthetic surface at Romsey with an overall margin of 11 shots, while Kyneton Golf was pleased to prevail by nine against last season's runners-up Lancefield. In the fourth round this weekend, Kyneton should prevail at home against Gisborne, and Golf go to Diggers Rest an expedition which has been a rarity for most of the club's division one players. Respective third and fourth placed Lancefield and Romsey meet at Tigerland with plenty at stake for both sides. After a narrow loss to Golf, Romsey was primed to bounce back but it was not to be. The visitors were buoyed as the Andy Macdonald rink took control against Garry Templar to chalk up a 15-shot victory. Mark Smoljo edged out Matt Brundell by a solitary shot, and Cam Austin gave Romsey two points by eclipsing Ian Matthews. Kyneton Golf opened up a good lead at Lancefield, and the Tigers could not reel them in. Trailing 7-19, Aaron Young's rink recovered to lead Steve "Spud" Taylor by a shot with an end to play. Dramatic it was, with Graham Edwards driving the jack into the ditch, and Taylor using all his experience to draw his last two bowls as close counters for a one shot victory. Adrian Plowman forced a tie with Jeff Holmes by promoting a bowl with his last delivery Gisborne, at home, secured maximum points against Diggers Rest, with all rinks up. The closest match of the round came in division two, where bottom side Lance-

From left - Kyneton Golfâ€™s Glen Gascoyne, Graham Edwards and Steve Taylor contemplate the dramatic finish in their game as they leave the Lancefield green. field did well to force a 55-55 against fourth placed Romsey. Woodend had the biggest win of the round with a 42-shot margin against Gisborne. Scores in all divisions were: DIVISION 1 Romsey 54 lost to Kyneton 65. C. Austin 19 d I. Matthews 14, G. Templar 13 lost to A. Macdonald 28, M. Brundell 22 lost to M. Smoljo 23. Lancefield 56 lost to Kyneton Golf 65. A. Young 23 lost to S. Taylor 24, J. Holmes 18 drew with A. Plowman 18, A. Barker 23 d M. Linehan 15. Gisborne 81 d Diggers Rest 50. P. O'Farrell 23 d S. Crimmins 19, P. Williams 26 d B. Reidy 15, D. Beardmore 32 d M. Clohesy 16. DIVISION 2 Trentham 67 d Macedon 44. C. McKeone 23 d I. Guymer 20, M. Bruton 15 d R. Stapleton 13, M. Matricardi 29 d Gayle

Hobbs 11. Gisborne 38 lost to Woodend 80. A. Paterson 14 lost to N. Jamieson 24, M. Wilson 12 lost to M. Dormau 27, R. Newton 12 lost to T. Sturt 29. Lancefield 55 drew with Romsey 55. K. Webb 17 lost to G. Pritchard 21, S. Climas 23 d R. Kozolins 18, G. Charles 15 lost to B. Groom 16. Kyneton 54 lost to Kyneton Golf 67. J. Wells 14 lost to J. Trounce 23, M. Robertson 25 d G. Williamson 23, M. Birmingham 15 lost to C. Schmidt 21. DIVISION 3 Romsey 59 d Trentham 43. C. Dean 15 d P. Love 14, T. Watson 14 lost to M. Hinneberg 18, I. Hendrickson 30 d M. Pevitt 11. Woodend 70 d Gisborbe1 47. N. Bickerdyke 24 d J. Hunter 10, L. Scott 24 d R. Black 14, E. Northard 22 lost to T. Woodlock 23. Diggers Rest forfeited to Macedon.

Golfers take up the challenge

Castlemaine Golf Club member Harvey Zepnick is forming a team to support the Cancer Council's Longest Day fundraiser. Zepnick and his teammates Marty Beck, Simon Duff and David Gaffney will challenge themselves to play 72 holes at the Longest Day event at Castlemaine Golf Club on Sunday December 13. The event presents the ultimate golfing challenge to complete four rounds of golf in one day. "We'll be testing our skill, strength and stamina to raise funds for Cancer Council," Harvey said. "We as a team are playing in honour of a friend lost to cancer last year, Ian MacDonald," he said. "Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, with two in three Australians diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of 70. "We want to help change this. Please sponsor our team to make every hole count! Together, let's tee off for a cancer free future." Harvey and his team have already smashed their original goal of $1000 with their funds raised already sitting at $1112. To get behind Harvey and his team, or to find out more and register your own team, visit www.longestday.org.au/fundraisers/ harveyzepnick The Castlemaine Golf Club wish the 'Motley Mulligans' the very best - led by Harvey and his team, including Marty Beck - and hope that others will be encouraged to support this worthy cause.

Castlemaine golfers Marty Beck and Harvey Zepnick are looking forward to tackling the Longest Day challenge and raising funds for the Cancer Council.

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Close contests in CDCA

Castlemaine District Cricket Association senior sides contested round five matches last Saturday. B Grade played round four and C Grade played day one of round three. Muckleford B Grade batsman Dakota Slingo 108 and Maiden Gully B Grade batsman Joshua Brown 100 not out had a good day with the bat, whilst A Grade bowler Kris Bagley claimed 6-39 for Newstead. A number of C Grade players also notched up half centuries in a top effort. Results were as follows: A Grade Round 5 Barkers Creek 128 (D Semmens 56, S Smith 27; L Chaffey 3-14, N Kearton 2-29) def Castlemaine United 83 (B Brasher 26; J Entwistle 5-22, M Noonan 3-29). Guildford 169 (C Bunting 65, N Webster 36, T Thomas 27; K Bagley 6-39) lost to Newstead 8-204(cc) (K Walter 38, I Garsed 32, S Winnard 30, T Reece 27; J Glenister 3-35, G Beith 3-43). Maiden Gully 8-120 (M Van Poppel 31; K Beer 3-26, A Ferres 2-11) def North Castlemaine 114 (D Hinck 21; L Hickman 3-7, M Van Poppel 2-13, D Gill 2-21). Muckleford had the bye. A Reserve Round 5 Newstead 167 (G Chapman 43, J Bright 34, J Byrne 28, J Park 20; N Robinson 4-21, V Kumar 2-45) lost to Hepburn 7-171 (P Munsel 34, N Robinson 30, B Yanner 29, W Robinson 21*; J Bright 3-17). Muckleford 2-93 (E Gingell 23*, H Bassett 22) def Barkers Creek 9-91(cc) (P Chaplin 21; J Cole 5-14, A Butcher 2-10, H Bassett 2-18). Castlemaine United 8-153(cc) (J Moran 46, L Bester 24, W

Some big scores were recorded with the bat in the CDCA. Photo: Max Lesser.

Penrose 21; X Dingfielder-Hope 3-10, A Blake 2-11, J Brown 2-27) lost to Maiden Gully 8-165(cc) (R Fisher 72, J Medhurst 20; J Maher 3-13, L Kneebone 2-32). Harcourt had the bye. B Grade Round 4 Harcourt 6-110 (S Foxall 49, N Mitchell 29; C Warren 2-7) def Castlemaine United 8-99(cc) (B McMurtrie 32; G Andrews 3-10, S Foxall 2-6). Muckleford 6-239(cc) (D Slingo 108, J Cox 71; G Phillipson 3-41) def Guildford 6-104(cc) (T Farrell 61*; N Cooper 3-24, C Tingay 2-17). Maiden Gully 3-167 (J Brown 100*; M Maerz 2-50) def Taradale 4-166(cc) (M Stone 43, P Fleming 38, L Maltby 23, D Maerz 20*). Newstead 6-197(cc) (C Chapman 56, H

A 550-run feast "Nicho"

Runs flowed freely at Bullengarook on Saturday, with Malmsbury's division one side set a huge score to chase. Bacchus Marsh openers put on 234 before a wicket fell. Kapil Dua struck 101, while Peter Lalor retired hurt on 85, and Sam Lalor contributed 71. JD Singh and Ryder Blizzard had a wicket each in a tally of 2/298. The Berries faced a daunting task, but Chris Ganim's quickfire 85 included six sixes and seven fours to give his side hope. Dave Nolte 40 and Singh 32 batted well, with the innings ending at 252. Overall 550 runs from 76.3 overs with most bowlers taking a hammering. Malmsbury's 3/210 c.c. against Wallan Black in north grade was impressive, with openers Adam Donnelly 25 and Justin Murphy 62 (retiring hurt with a pulled hamstring) setting the pace. Nathan Fisher's 76 was a delight to watch. The Magpies were always behind the required run rate, finishing with 8/126 from their allotted overs. Fisher 2-14, Jack Sunblom 2-21, Simon Rogers 2-36, Jock Braszell and Tensin de Podolinshared the wickets. This Saturday: Division 1 home to Hanging Rock; North grade v Macedon at Woodend racecourse.

Veterans’ cricket

Macedon Ranges-Sunbury veteran cricketers welcomed Yarra Valley to the sporting complex at East Sunbury on Sunday. The visitors won the toss and amassed 5/185 after their 40 overs, with dropped chances and dubious umpiring decisions costing the Ranges dearly. Dave Cordy claimed two wickets. The Ranges innings began well, until a middle-order collapse saw them eventually reach 9/129 at the completion of overs. Unfortunate injuries sustained while fielding prevented Norm Lacey and Gary Wilson batting. Best efforts with the bat came from Archie Dudderidge 41 not out, and Cordy 39. Special thanks to East Sunbury Cricket Club for their valued support. -- Contributed.

Hazeltine 45, T Chapman 40; M Bommareddy 2-29) def North Castlemaine 136 (A Webster 64, C Cassidy 21; C Gardner 4-20, F Gardner 3-22). C Grade Junior/U16 Round 3, Day One Muckleford 4-201(cc) (F Kennedy 53*, T Mellick-Cooper 51*) v Guildford. Muckleford United 9-102(cc) v Newstead. Castlemaine United 6-238(cc) (D Brasher 52*, O Brasher 51*, S Brasher 27*, V Van Egmond 26*, S Moran 22; K Simmons 2-35, M Chamberlain 2-43) v Harcourt. Colts Phelans v Hepburn 9-116(cc) (B Robinson 38, T Scoble 28, M Yanner 21). Laanecoorie Dunolly 116 (J Hunt 53*; Z Thompson 2-13, W Oliver 2-23) v Barkers Creek.

Marchbank to coach

Kyneton Football Netball Club is pleased to have appointed Tylah Marchbank as it's A-squad netball coach. Marchbank played extensively in the Goulburn Valley Netball League for Benalla, before joining Kyneton in 2019, only to be sidelined through an anterior cruciate ligament injury. Her leadership and assistant coaching roles at Benalla, and being a proven mentor for younger players, impressed the Tigers. The club is delighted with Marchbank's appointment, and will welcome any new players for the 2021 season.

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Skipper’s 98 a fine example Bill West

Gisborne's McIntyre Cup line-up defeated Woodend by 27 runs at Gilbert Gordon Oval on Saturday, with captain Jason Wilson leading the way with an outstanding 98. Leading a side which bore little resemblance to last season's premiership line-up, Wilson opened the batting and compiled 98 (seven fours, two sixes) as the Dragons ended with 7/195c.c from 40 overs, after having the bye in the opening round. Wilson shared a third wicket stand of 101 with Jayben Bannon, who made 47. Captain Warren Else captured 3-21 for the Woodsmen. Woodend replied with 167 (Daniel Heaney 47, Kieran Else 35) but the run rate was a problem, and the innings ended at 167 (Josh McDonald 4-24, Nick Watson 3-33). With runs on the board, Romsey managed to hold off East Sunbury by 11 runs at the John McMahon Reserve. The Redbacks compiled 7/178 (Sean Day 67 not out, Ben Way 36, Matt Milne 26) and restricted the home side to 167 (T. Stephens 46 not out, L. Watts 41 - Nathan Hoy 3-30). Twenty wides did not help Romsey's defence. For the second week in a row, Sunbury United went on a run spree, scoring 7/281 c.c. (Upul Fernando 88 n.o., Ryan Billinghurst 69, Dilan Chaminda 47) setting up an easy victory over Diggers Rest - Bulla. Other grade scores included: Johnstone Shield: Gisborne 132 (A. Beard 33 - Rode 3-33) lost to Wallan 7/134 (B. Hanson 50, Rode 32). Rupertswood 8/182 (J. Swallon 77, Pizaro 30 - J. Wadden 3-27, H. Brown 3-41) defeated Riddell (M. Day 54, D. Nolan 46 - Guy 3-34). Jensen Shield: Kyneton 5/170 (L. Thompson 76, R. Williams 41) defeated Diggers Rest - Bulla 112 (C. Morris 41 - M.J. Bye 3-14). Sunbury 0/138 (L. Bailey 82 n.o., J. Caruna 53 n.o.) d Macedon 131 (D. Trotta 53). Romsey 7/196 c.c. (M. Richardson 48, D. Devlin 35, J. Rees 32 n.o, C. Day 30) d Aintree 118 (J. East 4-26, J. Taylor 3-31). Division 1: Lancefield 7/201 c.c. (Chris Collins 91, Jarryd McGill 32) defeated Wallan. Hanging Rock 127 lost to Gisborne 6/134. Riddell 6/119 (C. Wooley 39) d Woodend 108 (C. Short 43 - M. Lloyd 4-33, Q.Stokes 3-20). Division 2: Blackwood 6/188 lost to Bacchus Marsh 5/223. Division 3: Sunbury 133 (R. Healy 3-33) lost to Trentham 5/134 (S. Rizio 39, H. Forgo 28). Woodend 7/103 c.c. lost to Kyneton 3/106. Gisborne 122 lost to Eynesbury 8/123 (D. Kershaw 60 - N. Smith 3-10). Division 4: Hanging Rock 121 (D. Robinson 42) lost to Riddell 6/135 (C. Barker 39, S. Preskar 35). Melton Centrals 4/222 (M. Khalid 77) d Gisborne 88 (B. Nolan 24).

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