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Back B ack tto o tthe he courts courts After a difficult 2020, Kyneton Netball Association is looking forward to seeing local kids back on the netball courts. Pictured are Milla Beattie and Matilda O'Brien ready for the 2021 season. Photo: Tenylle Stringer Full story, page 39.

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Eve Lamb While COVID has crunched overseas and interstate travel plans for many Victorians, regional Victoria has just quietly been benefiting from a visitor boom. Local accommodation venues, dining venues, visitor attractions - and even local artists - have all been among those enjoying a financial uptick as Victorians have taken time out to holiday in their own state. Mount Alexander Shire began benefiting even before the state government implemented its regional travel voucher scheme, observed Aileen Walsh, customer services

manager at Castlemaine Visitor Information have been visiting." Centre. The trend now seems to be amplified by "Between November to the end of Januthe state's introduction in December of its ary 48 per cent of people who came into regional travel voucher scheme offering a our two visitor $200 reimbursecentres here ‘In January alone we’ve had almost ment for those in Castlemaine who spend $400 10,000 people just through this visitor on accommodaand at Maldon had never been tion or ticketed information centre’ here before," Ms visitor attracWalsh said. tions in a regional Victorian destination "Some of these people might normally and stay at least two nights. be spending their summers skiing in Austria "In January alone we've had almost so we've also been seeing a higher pro10,000 people just through this visitor inforpensity to spend money among those who mation centre," Ms Wash said.

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She said 60 per cent of those had been from Melbourne and 30 per cent from regional Victoria - while it was unclear where the remaining 10 per cent travelled from. Castlemaine's Buda Historic House and Gardens is one of the local ticketed venues to see the benefits. "All I know is that we've been having a hell of a lot more visitors," house curator Lauretta Zilles said. "It's been terrific for us." Buda's communications and admin manager Vivienne Hamilton said the stats for January told the story. Continued page 2.

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From page 1. "Our admission system has recorded that we've had a 126 per cent increase in visitors for this January as compared to last January," Ms Hamilton said. It's an observation the Victorian Goldfields Railway is happy to share. "Absolutely. We've been packed out since we resumed running in December," the local tourist railway's Andrew Reynolds said. "Every train has been full and first class has been booking out the quickest. "Our sales from the passenger bar are double or three times what we normally get. "These are people who have disposable income and they're not scared to spend. "Usually our bookings drop right off in February but they're not showing any sign of slacking off. "It's been great for us since trying to come out of COVID and having had no revenue for the previous seven months." "It's a once in a lifetime opportunity for regional areas," Ms Walsh said, adding that once new visitors discovered the area the chance of repeat visitations significantly improved. Mount Alexander Shire's manager of economy and culture, David Leathem, agreed. "It's a great opportunity to showcase our shire to a whole new market," Mr Leathem said.

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Macedon Ranges Shire Council and more than 1300 primary and secondary school students will this year work to eliminate single-use plastic from their workplaces and schools. They are joining Plastic Oceans Australasia's Engagement for PlasticFree Innovation Change business and education program to collect data and phase out single-use plastic by changing behaviours. The POA team will deliver workshops, provide survey documentation to measure the amount of plastic used as well as a database with supply alternatives including environment and cost assessments. POA says each person in Australia uses about 130kgs of plastic per year, with the equivalent of one truckload of rubbish ending up in the ocean every minute. "If councils and communities are serious about reducing the impact of plastic on our waterways and marine environments, then they need to start looking at how much plastic they use and begin to find alternatives," POA executive director Ricki Hersburgh said. The education program equips primary and high school students with the knowledge and skills to drive public awareness about the global plastic problem. Schools included in the program are Hesket Primary School, St Mary's Primary School Lancefield, Tylden Primary School and Braemar College. "These schools will soon be starting their plastic free education program through the support of the Macedon Ranges Shire Council, who at the same time will begin their own EPIC program," said council's director of assets and operations, Shane Walden.

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Review of Wildlife Act

The Victorian Government has appointed an independent expert advisory panel to lead a review of the Wildlife Act that protects and manages our state's unique wildlife. The panel will engage with the Victorian community about what changes to the Act are necessary to establish a modern, bestpractice wildlife regulatory framework. As part of their review, the Panel will look at how the Wildlife Act benchmarks against wildlife legislation in other jurisdictions. The panel will report on its findings and recommendations by mid-2021. Community consultation with the panel will open via Engage Victoria in March 2021. For more information go to wildlife.vic.gov. au/wildlife-act-review.

Back in lockdown kilometres from home and face masks must be worn indoors and outdoors outside of home. Home visitors and public gatherings are not permitted. Students, including TAFEs and universities, resumed learning from home yesterday, but childcare and kinders have remained open. Gyms, pools, community centres, entertainment venues and libraries are closed, as well as all non-essential retail. Cafes and restaurants have moved to take-away services.

Hotel and accommodation providers remained open to support guests already staying onsite but no new bookings were permitted. Funerals are permitted with up to 10 people while weddings will need to be postponed. All current exposure sites for people who have tested positive for coronavirus can be seen at: www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/ case-locations-and-outbreaks-covid-19. This website is rapidly updated as any new sites are identified.

Apply for events grants Those seeking funding for their community event or festival, are encouraged apply for the latest round of Mount Alexander Shire Council's events grants program. The council is offering funding to assist organisers with the running costs for new and established events and festivals. "With events so heavily impacted during 2020, and as we anticipate the easing of COVID-19 restrictions across the shirewe are keen to see more applications than ever this year," said Lisa Knight, council's director of corporate and community services.

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In a shock announcement on Friday, Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews sent the state into a five-day 'circuit breaker' lockdown. The Premier has enforced state-wide Stage 4 restrictions until 11.59pm on Wednesday, meaning people can only leave their homes for one of the approved reasons: shopping for essentials, up to two hours of exercise per day, healthcare reasons and care-giving, and essential work. Exercise and shopping is limited to five

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Hair-raising time in Cobaw

A stray sheep weighed down by at least five years' of fleece was found wandering the Cobaw State Forest. The sheep, now named Baarack, was taken into care at Macedon Ranges' animal sanctuary Edgar's Mission where a haircut determined a close call for the record-books. Sanctuary founder and director Pam Ahern said his fleece weighed in at a whopping 35.4kgs and was a matted mess complete with sticks, twigs, insects and urine. "We could not even see his eyes let alone make out his ears, and the poor boy could hardly stand," Ms Ahern said. The Guinness World Record

for heaviest fleece is a staggering 41.1kgs. This fleece now resting in the National Museum of Australia in Canberra was taken from a wayward merino found wandering at Mulligan's Flat in the ACT in 2015. Ms Ahern said sheep of today, unlike their ancestors, the Wild Mouflon, needed to be regularly shorn, at least annually, otherwise critical welfare issues arose. "We are truly grateful that Baarack was found in the nick of time," Ms Ahern said. "It was incredible to see him take his first few steps without all that wool, as his back sunk down as it no doubt had for some time. But with

each step you could also hear him baa, 'ah, I feel better now, that's brilliant!'." The Edgar's Mission team believes Baarack to be about eight years old. Due to the weight burden of the wool around Baarack's face, his eyelids had been pulled down enabling grit and grass seeds to painfully enter, causing ulcers that are now being treated. Grass seeds had also become embedded in his skin, which the sanctuary team is slowly working to remove as it gains Baarack's trust. Now relieved of his fleece, Baarack is settling into life at the sanctuary.

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Our offices are temporarily closed until 8.30am on Thursday 18 February, following the Victorian Government’s Circuit Breaker announcement. Under the Stage 4 restrictions, the Civic Centre, Visitor Information Centres, and council venues, community and recreation facilities will be closed. Parks and playgrounds remain open for exercise in line with the latest restrictions. Public toilets remain open. Staff are continuing to deliver essential services and are available for customer service queries by phone on 5471 1700, email and via our website. For the latest information on COVID-19 restrictions visit www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus.

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Households are encouraged to participate in the 2021 Community Satisfaction Survey to provide feedback on the service-delivery performance of Council. The annual telephone survey is carried out across a random representative sample of at least 400 residents. If you receive a call please take the time to provide feedback.

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The Sutton Grange Hall Asset Committee will hold its Annual General Meeting at 8.00pm on Monday 22 February at the hall at 921 Sutton Grange-Faraday Road. All welcome to attend. Please RSVP to Noel Davis on 0459 382 991.

Council has received a request to name an unnamed laneway off Burgoyne Street in Vaughan. The requestor has asked for the laneway to be named Hunts Lane, after Mrs Hunt, who lived adjacent to the laneway for more than 30 years. Any persons who have a familial link to the naming proposal or object to the proposed name have thirty (30) days to notify Council in writing. All submissions are to be addressed to the Governance Team by Thursday 18 March. Forward feedback to Tiffany Day at info@mountalexander.vic.gov.au or PO Box 185, Castlemaine VIC 3450. For further information on road naming proposals, go the Road naming page on Council’s website.

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Come along to a community forum or complete a survey and share your experiences of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). The responses will be used in a feasibility study to inform Council’s decision regarding the potential to provide NDIS services in future. Community forums - Castlemaine - held from 10.00am to 12noon; 3.00pm to 5.00pm and 6.00pm to 8.00pm on Thursday 25 February at the Castlemaine Town Hall in Lyttleton Street. Enter via Frederick Street. Community forum - Maldon - held from 10.30am to 12noon on Friday 26 February at Maldon Community Centre, 6 Francis Street. RSVP is not required. COVIDSafe restrictions will be in place. Collect a survey from the Castlemaine Library or Civic Centre or complete it online via www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/HaveYourSay. To have a survey posted to you or to speak with the person leading this project phone our Community Wellbeing team on 5471 1766.

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This evening's Mount Alexander council meeting was to have included a re-opened public gallery - but the state's snap five-day lockdown means that will now not be possible. The livestreamed meeting will still go ahead in the town hall.

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What a difference a day makes. This evening’s first ordinary meeting of Mount Alexander Shire Council for 2021 was intended to include a public gallery - for the first time in many months, since March 2020 in fact. But no sooner had the plan been enacted enabling engaged members of the public to once again sit in on the council’s monthly ordinary meetings than it was rendered null and void by Victoria’s snap five-day lockdown. The first news of the lockdown triggered panic buying in Castlemaine on Friday afternoon. The Express had just finished locking in its news report publicising the resumption of the council’s public gallery - and relocation of this evening’s council meeting to the town hall to enable social distancing - when Premier Daniel Andrews announced the “circuit breaker action”. The lockdown - a response to a concerning rise in the state’s

number of COVID cases - is now set to continue through to until 11.59pm tomorrow Wednesday, February 17. So interested members of the public will once again have to tune in to this evening’s meeting via YouTube live online streaming - just like they did for most of last year. Those who do set aside time to catch this evening’s livestreamed meeting from 6.30pm can expect to hear the comparatively new Mount Alexander Shire council discuss agenda items including planning applications for Gaulton Street in Castlemaine and Allendale Road in Elphinstone, an updated COVID-19 financial hardship policy, and public petitions requesting the sealing of some streets in Harcourt and a speed zone change at Baringhup. Mount Alexander mayor Cr Tony Cordy said he had been looking forward to the return of the public gallery and was disappointed that it was now not to be - at least not for this month’s meeting. “But it’s in everybody’s interests that we get COVID under control,” Cr Cordy told the Express.

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Tea for two has taken on a whole new meaning for Australian beverage business East Forged, whose nitrogen-infused coldbrew teas are gaining international attention - and winning accolades at the same time. The product of two tea-loving ladies, Campbells Creek's Tania Stacey and Brisbane native Kym Cooper, East Forged flips the traditional notion of iced tea on its head. Tania told the Express that they wanted to create a cold tea that everyone could enjoy without the sugar and calories found in traditional iced teas. "You can make a beautiful iced tea by just infusing pure leaf tea with cold water and adding fruit, but we wanted to elevate the experience and bring something a bit special to the non-alcoholic market that the discerning tea drinker could enjoy while out and about or at special occasions and it's been really well received," she said. Looking deceptively like a beer when hard-poured, East Forged cold brews are quickly becoming a fast favourite in the booming non-alcoholic adult beverage category, one that has benefited globally from lockdown measures. Tania said movements such as Dry January and Feb Fast had attracted even more attention to the alcohol-free market, and East Forged's low sugar content (less than 0.3g of sugar per can) combined with all the goodness of pure leaf tea, meant that it had wide appeal in the health and lifestyle categories. "It's a great alternative and something everyone can enjoy - even expectant mums. It's the perfect accompaniment to a high tea instead of the traditional glass of

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Macedon Ranges businesses affected by COVID-19 can apply for vouchers of up to $1000 for professional services. Macedon Ranges Council's Business Continuity and Resilience Program aims to assist businesses wishing to upskill, explore growth opportunities or build economic resilience for possible future trading interruptions. Funded from the council's COVID Recovery Budget, up to two vouchers of up to $1000 each, can be applied for by local businesses that wish to engage professional services based within the Macedon Ranges. These professional services include accounting, legal advice, marketing, strategy/business planning, grant writing or human resources. To apply for the BCRP go to mrsc.vic. gov.au/bcrp or visit a Council Customer Service desk to obtain a paper application. Applications will close when program funds are exhausted, or by 5pm on Friday April 30.

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With recent reports of Queensland Fruit Fly in Castlemaine, Harcourt and Harcourt North, it's more important than ever to help stop the spread of this pest in the shire. Queensland fruit fly can devastate commercial and backyard fruit and vegetable crops. Mount Alexander Shire Council and the Harcourt Valley Fruit Fly Action Group are calling for the community to work together to quickly prevent any further spread. Harcourt Valley Fruit Fly Action Group member Terry Willis said the good rainfall and mild weather meant things couldn't be better for fruit fly, so it was important to act quickly to reduce the spread. "We don't want it to get a foothold like it has in other areas of the country, where people end up ripping out fruit trees, and not bothering with backyard veggie gardens," Mr Willis said. "The most important things that people can do at this time are the three Ps. The first P is for prune - prune your trees so they are a nettable height," he said. "P is also for pick up - get your fallen fruit off the ground and pick any fruit that you don't plan to eat. "The third P is for protect - protect your fruit and veggies with monitoring traps or incursion netting." Monitoring traps are available at local gardening shops. The traps will help you to know if you have fruit fly at your property. It's also important at this time of year to keep an eye out for grubs or larvae in fruit or vegetables. "Don't just put infected fruit in the compost - you need to dispose of it properly by putting it in a bag and leaving in the sun for at least a week. You can also pop them in the freezer," Mr Willis said. "Please also be careful when bringing fruit from affected areas. This is an easy way for the pest to spread, and we know there is a lot of fruit fly around the state." Here's what you can do this summer: - Don't bring infected fruit into the shire - Net your vegetable garden, fruit trees or bag individual fruit - Pick fruit regularly and clean up fallen fruit - Check tomatoes and fruit for sting marks

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VCAT approves tower for Woodend A 33-metre telecommunications tower planned for Woodend's southern gateway is expected to "fade into the background and become a normal and unremarkable part of locality". This was the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal determination this month to overthrow Macedon Ranges Council's unanimous decision to reject the tower back in 2019. Planned for Woodend Railway Station, the tower would have a sensitive interface with Corinella Road residents and, it was argued, would be visually dominating at a town entrance. The council's decision was based on visual and environmental impact, which supported a community petition with 275 signatures. Councillors argued that more effort should have been made to co-locate or construct a low-impact facility but agreed Optus coverage in the area could be improved. VCAT heard current Optus coverage was patchy, reliant on a tower in Mount Macedon, and would be significantly improved through the proposed new tower. Optus sought to construct a facility as part of the state's Regional Rail Connectivity Project. Telstra had a similar

separate proposal for the neighbouring 61 High Street. VCAT proceedings for the Optus case were delayed due to COVID-19 restrictions, to allow for site inspections. VCAT member Katherine Peterson determined the tower would have no impact on the heritage values of the township and felt it would be "largely screened from view" by existing vegetation for nearby residents. Ms Peterson said there was limited scope for additional planting and determined no landscape plan was required. "The monopole may appear quite dominant when first constructed, however, in time, it will become just another piece of infrastructure in the landscape a part of someone's everyday experience in the same way that electricity poles, road signs, television aerials and satellite dishes fade into the background and become a normal and unremarkable part of locality," Ms Peterson said. Ms Peterson was convinced by photo simulation evidence Peter Haack presented in arguing the tower would be read as "a relatively small component in the context of existing power poles, supermarkets lighting poles, and supermarket buildings".

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Feedback from staff and community members has encouraged the boards of CHIRP Community Health and Castlemaine Health to continue development of a plan for the integration of community services. The priority of the two boards is to ensure the continued provision of accessible and responsive community health services for local communities. To support this, the boards have invited wide community input. Last year, Castlemaine Health and CHIRP Community Health sought feedback from staff and community members across Mount Alexander Shire on the future of local community health and services and the possible integration of their programs and services. Some of the key points of the initial feedback include: - The importance of retaining all local community health services and programs; - The need to ensure that services and programs are easily accessible for all (in terms of physical access, clear information being available, and a warm and welcoming environment); - Staff and community would like to have more opportunities to stay involved in designing future community health services and programs. A detailed plan for integration is now being developed. For more information visit www.castlemainehealth.org.au or www.chirp.org.au.

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EV charge points soon The City of Greater Bendigo is planning to install two new electric vehicle charging stations at the Queen Elizabeth Oval car park in the next few months as part of the 'Charging the Regions' program. The program will see more than 20 new electric vehicle stations being constructed in northwest Victoria at 17 sites to help boost tourism, create jobs and reduce emissions. The project is being delivered by the Central Victorian Greenhouse Alliance, Victorian Government and 12 local councils, including the city.

Speak up on waterway plan Macedon Ranges residents are encouraged to provide feedback on a draft strategic environmental works plan for several waterway reserves in the Port Phillip and Westernport Catchment. The draft strategic environmental plan will guide works along each waterway to improve water quality and habitat values through strategic weed management and revegetation. The plan, which covers 37 reserves in the townships of Gisborne, Macedon, Riddells Creek and Romsey, Newham and Darraweit Guim, has been developed in partnership with Melbourne Water and landowners. Submissions are invited until Sunday February 28. To find out more and have your say, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay, email environment@mrsc.vic.gov.au or call 5422 0333.

Sounds of the commute

A community driven sound project is documenting and celebrating the sounds of the commute from Melbourne to Castlemaine and surrounds. Newstead electronic producer, vocalist, musician and sound artist Aimee Chapman is using the project to kick-off the 2021 Phee Broadway Theatre 'At Home' creative residency program. Her work, Coming Home, is inspired by the music of train and road trips and will be brought to life in multiple ways. Ms Chapman said the project was conceived during her frequent trips travelling from Newstead to Melbourne, both driving and on public transport. "This ritual of coming home - back to Castlemaine and the surrounding areas - for goldfields residents who work, play or visit Melbourne, is such a shared experience," Ms Chapman said. "As a result of COVID-19, these regular commutes became a distant memory for most of us last year due to work from home orders. "In recent months as restrictions eased and we started to open up the corridor between Melbourne and Castlemaine again, actively listening and documenting those once-familiar sounds brought a renewed warmth and meaning to the concept of coming home," she said. Community members are encouraged to contribute sounds to Coming Home through the

Newstead electronic producer, vocalist, musician and sound artist Aimee Chapman is kicking off the ‘At Home’ residency program. process of recording audio that represents the concept of coming home to Castlemaine and its surrounds. Participants can upload recorded audio to the Coming Home website, www. cominghomesounds.com. Audio contributions are being collected to create a gallery of downloadable sounds, and used as part of the Coming Home live performance. The final element in the Coming Home work is a live musical performance of new

music for piano, cello and electronics that brings the sounds of the commute from the goldfields to Melbourne and back, to life. Featuring pianist Josh Cohen who has garnered millions of YouTube views, Sydneybased cellist Emily Williams, and Aimee Chapman, along with fellow electronic composer and Newstead sound producer Anthony Lyon, the evening promises to be an immersive and mesmerising musical

experience. "I really do love projects that bring people together from all walks of life," Ms Chapman said. "I hope that in celebrating the sounds of coming home to our little patch, it will unite us in a beautiful way." To book your ticket for the February 27 event visit www.MtAlexBoxOffice or for more details on the Phee Broadway Theatre At Home program visit www.pheebroadwaytheatre.com.au.

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With negotiations toward treaty underway, Victorians will now have the chance to explore stories of pride in Victoria's rich heritage of Aboriginal cultures, resilience and communities, and share pride in the state's progress to treaty and truth and justice. The Victorian Government has launched an online platform deadlyandproud.com.au, to share stories from Traditional Owners about why all Victorians can feel pride in the state's rich Aboriginal heritage. Victorians can learn more about the land on which these stories are told and the connection to country by exploring the interactive map of Victoria on the platform. 'Deadly' to Aboriginal people means strong, amazing and awesome, it's been used in this campaign to describe the storytellers and advocates, and the stories they share. Tony Briggs, Yorta Yorta and Wurundjeri man, Deadly and Proud campaign director, and renowned actor, writer, producer and performer, said the platform gave all Victorians the opportunity to see why they could share in the pride of Aboriginal people. "Stories told through this campaign highlight the resilience of our people to survive and thrive in Victoria, the unique practices of our cultures and our strong connection to country and community," Mr Briggs said. "All Victorians can and should be proud of what we have in Victoria. Our state's history is shared, as is our future."

Y O T ! E L A S Castlemaine artist Arkeria Armstrong is pictured with some of her work currently on show at CASPA. ative process. The exhibition runs until February 28. You can find CASPA above Stoneman's Bookroom, entry is via the laneway on Hargraves Street, Castlemaine.

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Castlemaine Contemporary Art Space is currently featuring an exhibition of works by talented local Indigenous artist Arkeria Armstrong. The artist said her latest show was called Yilambu. "I am a Gamilaraay woman. In our language Yilambu means 'long ago'. Gamilaraay country is in northwest New South Wales," she said. Arkeria said she wanted to share her culture through art. "The exhibition shows a range of acrylic on canvas pieces that explores the themes of Country, Identity and Relationships," she said. "My painting style has been developed through learning from both my maternal grandmother (Gamilaraay) and paternal grandfather. (Yorta Yorta). They both used different styles for creating art from a traditional perspective," the artist said. "It is with the roots of understanding culture that I now move to tell my story in a contemporary style. It is my connection and feelings that are intertwined with stories that can be seen within the lines, strokes and dots layered on the canvas. "Each piece tells a different story with a range of themes. I hope that people can see how showing culture through art is a healing force that connects past and present." Arkeria was born in Ceduna, the last major town before the Nullarbor Plain, and travelled the length and breadth of the country with her prospecting parents, eventually settling down in Bendigo and starting a family of her own with partner Chris. They now live in Castlemaine. Her work is also featured in collections in Kununurra and Amsterdam. Arkeria will be at the CASPA gallery on Tuesdays (except today due to lockdown), Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays to chat to guests keen to learn further insights about her works and cre-

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Castlemaine Cemetery is the resting place of many local identities including the infamous Fanny Finch - one of the first women to vote in Victoria. A memorial was erected in honour of the goldfields pioneer in early 2020.

Tour the cemetery Join in a walking tour of the Castlemaine Cemetery this month, led by Castlemaine Historical Society. CHIRP Community Health's monthly walking tours have resumed, aimed at building social connections and addressing social isolation due to COVID-19. CHIRP health promotion officer Liza Shaw has been running monthly walking tours since 2014, but these did not occur throughout most of 2020 due to pandemic restrictions.

"Walking tours are held in various locations across the shire and occur on the last Thursday of each month starting at 9.30am. The one-hour tours cater to all abilities and age," Liza said. "Social distancing and other current directives from the Victorian Department of Health will apply. Participants need to carry a mask unless they have a valid exemption. "Participants are also encouraged to come prepared with sun protection, drink-

ing water, wet-weather gear and insect repellent. "Our monthly walking tours are free of charge and everyone is welcome to join." This opportunity is funded by the Victorian Government's Community Activation and Social Isolation Initiative and Mount Alexander Shire Council. Bookings are currently required to ensure that COVID regulations are followed. For further information or to book, call CHIRP Community Health on 5479 1000.

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Workers and businesses in creative fields will receive more support to reactivate following COVID-19 shutdowns. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas called locals to explore Creative Victoria's 2021 grants programs, now open for applications. "No matter your creative discipline or career stage, I encourage creatives across the Macedon electorate to find out more about these programs and apply," she said. The following grants are available for Victorian creative workers, collectives and small businesses working in all creative fields: - Creative Workers Fund: Support for the creation or presentation of new creative projects or products, professional or skills development, community collaborations and COVIDSafe ways to connect with audiences or new markets. - Creators Fund: Support for intensive research, development and experimentation across any creative discipline. - Building Audiences Fund: Support for new marketing projects designed to build new audiences or re-establish audiences. In addition, the Music Works Grants program is focused on reactivating the music industry, with grants available for the creation and release of new music, professional development, initiatives to connect with audiences and live music events in regional and outer-metropolitan areas. Full program guidelines are available on the Creative Victoria website along with application tips at creative.vic.gov. au

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Access for all Union support

Bendigo West MP Maree Edwards and Minister for Higher Education and Training and Skills Gayle Tierney are pictured with the modernised rear ramp at Castlemaine Community House on Thursday. Lisa Dennis People of all abilities now have improved access to Castlemaine Community House with the installation of a wheelchair lift and upgraded ramp thanks to state government. Minister for Higher Education and Training and Skills Gayle Tierney and Bendigo West MP Maree Edwards visited CCH on Thursday to open the new facilities. The formal opening was cancelled after a community member linked with the centre had advised they were being tested for COVID-19. A low-key opening took place outside with just the minister, Ms Edwards and the media in attendance. The works cost $154,000 and included modernising the rear ramp to meet current access standards, the installation of a new folding wheelchair platform lift at the entrance to the facility, handrails, and upgrades to the rear doors - including an automatic door and disabled toilet facilities. Castlemaine Community House is a Learn Local organisation that provides unique, community-based learning options that focus on the individual needs of learners to enhance their skills for study, work and life. The facility offers a

range of Adult, Community and Further Education pre-accredited education courses such as Art Pathways, Basic Computer Skills and Basic Carpentry. It is also a vital part of the local community because it houses a Centrelink agency, a financial counselling service, and other amenities including free public internet. It is one of 270 not-for-profit community organisations registered as Learn Locals across Victoria, which deliver services to 30,000 people each year. Ms Tierney said the project aimed to provide access for all. "This facility offers important life and job skills and everyone should have access to these opportunities regardless of their abilities," she said. Ms Edwards said the project was about making sure the Castlemaine Community House was a contemporary facility and to ensure everyone in the local community had equal access to the valuable services it offered. "This building has been providing educational opportunities to locals for decades. The latest upgrades modernise the facility to ensure it can provide access for people of all abilities and give everyone the chance to engage in the opportunities offered through adult education," she said.

The CFMEU VIC has expressed support of RMIT University research exploring the barriers and supportive enablers of wellbeing in the workplace for women in construction. The union stated it recognised ongoing improvements must be made to drive change and inclusivity. The union continues to lead meetings with building industry committees, heads of associations and government industrial relations experts to increase female representation in construction and maintain safe, respectful and supportive workplaces. They state their commitment to championing and supporting women in industry is evident in their most recent EBA, which includes: - A new industry modernisation clause that requires employers to ensure women employees are treated with respect and without discrimination, harassment or bullying. - Inductions and ongoing training and education on gendered violence - Increases on parental and partner leave - Flexible work arrangements (trials with builders for shift sharing to help families) - Further amenities and protection for female members In addition to its EBA, the union has also focused on recruiting and training more women in delegate roles and asked for ongoing feedback from officials on worksites to continue to drive change at all levels.

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Works to protect waterways

Work to improve the health of Jacksons Creek in Gisborne and Five Mile Creek in Romsey is under way with the removal of several elms and willows along sections of each waterway. In Romsey, works to rejuvenate sections of Five Mile Creek will continue during February and March. Macedon Ranges Shire Council began the works in late 2020 and they include the removal of some elms and willows between Main Road and Wrixon Street. As part of these works, a sealed pathway will also be installed along Pohlman Street from the Lions Park to Robb Drive. In Gisborne, works will be focused to the rear of Dixon Field. These works aim to improve the environmental values of Jacksons Creek by removing several elms and other woody weeds, and will occur in early February. Willows are recognised as one of the most serious threats to waterways in temperate Australia. Most types of willows are considered Weeds of National Significance. Willows, and elms, also spread easily, consume high volumes of water, crowd out native species and clog up waterways with their root systems. This negatively impacts waterways by reducing water flows and habitat for native species. Their autumn leaf fall can also deplete oxygen levels in waterways. The trees will be replaced with native species in autumn 2021. Other initiatives planned for waterways in Gisborne in the next 12 months include removal of the poplars and other woody weeds next to the skate park in Gisborne; and the beginning of larger scale restoration works along the length of Jacksons Creek. To find out more and view the draft strategic environmental works plan for this waterway and others in the Port Phillip and Westernport Catchment, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/ yoursay. Submissions should be made by February 28. These works are being completed in partnership with Melbourne Water, landowners and local friends of groups.

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Saving the trail

The Gisborne and Mount Macedon Districts Historical Society is holding its annual general meeting on Sunday February 21 with guest speaker Ray Lindner. Mr Lindner will speak on 'Saving The Major Mitchell Trail' in Victoria. Mr Linder and friends rode the trail by motorcycles in two stages back in 2016, in his travel he found that the trail was being lost. In 2020 after running into roadblocks and not being able gain any ground with state government departments, Mr Linder requested assistance from all the historical societies which are covered by the trail in Victoria. In his talk he will cover various aspects of his journey in endeavoring to have this part of our Victorian History saved for future generations. The AGM will be held at the Gisborne Court House, 4 Hamilton Street, Gisborne, at 2pm (subject to COVID-19 lockdown being lifted). Members and the public are invited to attend.

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The Rapid Bulk-Billing Clinic will enable you to book a bulk billed appointment for single-issue, simple consultations expected to last about 5 minutes (subject to availability). These appointments are available at our Daylesford, Kyneton and Trentham locations for all existing patients including private, pensioner and health care card holders. Ideal

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Anyone over the age of 18 can be appointed as executor. However, you need to be aware that an executor is left with the stress and responsibility involved in administering your estate at a time when they may be grieving. As such it is important that you ensure that your executor will have the time and capability to carry out the required duties, even if that means appointing more than one executor. Talk to us today to discuss your circumstances.

A lower rate is usually the best reason to refinance as the savings in interest can be significant. And there can be savings in bank fees or even in better features such as an Offset Account that can be used to save you interest Some of the banks are offering incentives such as Cashback but these offers need to be considered carefully along with the above potential savings

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Springs Medical welcomes med students

Sane Dube and Catrina Sturmberg enjoy coffee before the start of their day at Springs Medical Centre. from a rural background or train rurally, are more likely to return to a rural area to work, especially in their early post-graduate years. Springs Medical is just beginning to reap the rewards with some of its previous students returning as general practitioners and hospital doctors. Dr Albert Ip, a medical practitioner at Springs Medical, was appointed as regional academic coordinator for the Deakin Medical School in 2019. “Deakin RCCS has a priority to attract more medical professionals to regional areas. We are incentivized to reach a target of 50 per cent of our annual intake from regional areas,” Dr Ip said. “Quality clinical experiences in smaller regional townships help illustrate to graduates that the breadth and depth of experiences, mentors and teachers, rival our base hospital and metropolitan clinical schools counterparts. The Dean’s list representation from RCCS reflects that.” Dr Beth Quin, a clinical education supervisor at Springs, commented on the importance of clinical experience in the development of new doctors. “I would like to thank our patients at Springs for their immense generosity each time they consent to a student being involved in their consultation,” Dr Quin said. “The training model would not work without the cooperation of clients and their GPs.”

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Still struggling with those New Year resolutions? Perhaps you want to lose some of those ‘corona-kilos’ or simply maintain the good hygiene behaviours drummed into us during the pandemic. “Trouble is, ‘lifestyle choices’ such as smoking cigarettes and eating unhealthy foods can be really difficult to change, especially when we rely on our will power,” said Marianne Pattinson of Kyneton Hypno Therapies. “Because, ultimately, it is not our willpower, or even our conscious mind that determines these decisions. They tend to be made by ancient ‘programs’, deep in our subconscious that evolved in our hunter-gatherer ancestors and helped protect them from starving during the inevitable famines they were subject to. “We still have those same bodies today, but live in a totally different environment, where we are now surrounded by a plethora of very unhealthy foods. So, when we try to lose weight by reducing our food intake we send our subconscious mind into a panic as it thinks we’re about to starve to death and it makes us eat more.” Hypnotherapy is a safe, available and inexpensive means to enable people to have some control over those lifestyle choices such as poor nutrition and smoking. “It works by eliminating ‘cravings’ for unhealthy foods that most overweight people have, and for smoking. Hypnotherapy works by placing you in a deeply relaxed state, whereby we can access your subconscious mind, and replace those unhelpful ‘programs’ with healthy programs, and it works for the rest of your life. How good is that?” Marianne said. Phone Marianne on 043700 1065 to make an appointment at Kyneton Hypno Therapies.

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Springs Medical has just welcomed two new third-year medical students for their clinical practice. It is the 12th year that Deakin students have been mentored at Springs. One of the students, Sane Dube, studied and practised radiography in Zimbabwe before migrating to Australia in 2015. She worked in her chosen field in Australia before being admitted to the medical program at Deakin in 2019. She hopes to specialise in women’s health and cardiology. Another student, Catrina Sturmberg, completed an honours degree in physiotherapy at the University of Newcastle in 2013. She worked in private practice before starting her Doctor of Medicine at Deakin in 2019. Springs Medical has welcomed Deakin medical students every year for the past 12 years. New students begin each year in January and complete their studies in November. In addition, they are supported locally by Tim Bach, a community advisory board member. They are encouraged to engage in the local community through sporting clubs and other associations. Students are available for speaking engagements in the community. Sane and Catrina are enrolled in the Rural Community Clinical School in the Deakin School of Medicine. The School has affiliated training centres in Daylesford, Bacchus Marsh, Melton, Ararat, Camperdown, Colac, Hamilton, Horsham, Portland and Stawell. RCCS is a Longitudinal Integrated Clerkship, an innovative educational program in which students learn in an ‘apprenticeship model’ under the guidance of GP supervisors. In this model, clinical learning is integrated across the year and directed by the students’ clinical experience. Students take part in a range of clinical activities available at their site, such as general practice consulting, maternity units, operating theatre, specialist consulting sessions and community health activities. Students are encouraged to learn from the patients they see and the conditions they encounter locally. They are also encourage to explore, with home visits, how patients manage between medical appointments. RCCS encourages students to work in rural communities after graduation. Deakin research has shown that students, who are

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Experienced hands and a kind heart Living through the COVID-19 pandemic we’re more likely to feel anxious, stressed or even depressed. Many of us are working from home and spending extra time on computers, and all this contributes to neck, shoulder and back pain.Here to help you is newly opened Barker Street Massage with three very experienced therapists, Selina Wilson, Mandy Huppert and Deb Fulton.The said that physical touch is likened to ‘soul food’; it nourishes us.Having a remedial massage can help you emotionally and physically, reconnecting the mind/body. Muscle tightness is eased quickly, leaving you feeling energised, restored and reinvigorated. Selina, Mandy and Deb use a range of techniques including trigger point work, acupressure, lymphatic drainage, relaxation, myofascial release and cupping, deep tissue, sports massage, and ortho-bionomy, which is the use of gentle movement and positioning plus light compression into joints.

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You have probably planned for the birth, but have you planned for after the birth when your baby arrives? asks Libby, a post-birth doula. “New mothers often feel exhausted, overwhelmed and isolated because they don’t get the support and care they need after birth in our western culture. In traditional cultures around the world, from China to Morocco, new mothers are cared for by their village during the first 40 days after birth. It’s known as the golden month or sacred window,” Libby said. “Who’s going to support you as a new mother (first or fifth baby), so you can rest and recover from the birth and bond with your baby? Libby supports support new mothers after birth so they feel nurtured, nourished and loved. “I want every new mother to get the support she needs and deserves after birth. Supporting new mothers is important for them, their family and the whole community. I mother the mother, so she can mother her baby and enjoy her postpartum.” You can download Libby’s free postpartum planning worksheet on my website. www.sacredpostnatalharmony.com.au/

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Local knowledge (1 point)

1. What date is this year’s Lancefield (Macedon Ranges) Relay for Life? 2. Gisborne local Terence Larkins was recognised with an Australia Day honour for service to community and what? 3. Castlemaine Veterinary Clinic is located on which street? 4. Who will headline this year’s Macedon Ranges Music Festival?

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5. Castlemaine Art Museum’s latest exhibition in the Benefactors Gallery ‘here now’, features the work of which artist?

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Irrevocably changed

Land grab

Rob Benson, Kyneton

Sue Allen, Campbells Creek

I'm troubled. I never expected to be, but I am. We moved to Kyneton many years ago. We fell in love with it. We found a small bit of heaven in a parcel of land and we moved in. We didn't find Bald Hill Reserve until we'd been here for months. What a gem it is. I place to get away from all the bustle and fuss of the world. But now I'm troubled because the peace of my world is being threatened. How can there be plans to invade what is now quiet, peaceful grassland, to build a McDonalds, a Bunnings, and who knows what else, close to Bald Hill Reserve. Some say there'll be more jobs. That's possible, but think of the damage it would do to established local businesses. The hardware store, the petrol station and the nurseries will struggle. Many local businesses will be threatened if the development goes ahead. The Kyneton I know, and love, would be irrevocably changed. We moved here from the city, because Kyneton was quiet, and gave us all we need. Please, Kyneton, stay as you are. Be as one. Don't let new development destroy you.

Re. The proposed supermarket development for the corner of Duke and Forest Streets. Even though you are a wealthy developer, able to secure a large parcel of land in the centre of town, and able to afford four or more properties and pull down the houses, this does not give you carte blanche to take over public land for your own car parking requirements.

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Tim Goodwin, Kyneton To those who consider the Edgecombe Road development as a sign that progress has finally reached Kyneton, I would ask them to reconsider. We have better, local versions of what has been proposed already on offer to locals and tourists alike. Real progress is forging your own identity, rather than accepting what passes as success just because everyone else seems to have one. And the rhetoric about jobs for kids should be taken with great caution. To have non-unionised, multinational companies offering jobs to teenagers isn't my idea of good, safe employment. There are growing businesses in and around Kyneton that offer a proper avenue to trade and careers in numerous fields. People do travel for good jobs, that is the nature of employment, but you shouldn't settle for a bad job just because it is close to home. Kyneton is above the ubiquitous mess that is being proposed, and true locals should oppose it for the sake of our community's progress.

Economic interests Janine Mc Dougall, Riddells Creek I am extremely disappointed by the Andrews Government's decision to increase the kangaroo harvesting kill quota by 37,780 on last year to 95,680, and saddened by the devastating effect on our Macedon Ranges wildlife carers ('Roo cull climb hits hard', Midland Express, February 2). The increased quota will clearly place added pressure and emotional stress on our already stretched wildlife carers, with increased orphaned joeys and injured adult kangaroos who manage to evade being bludgeoned to death or killed outright respectively, to care for. Moreover, the government's decision to make available kangaroo meat for human consumption by enlarging the market will fuel demand for consistently high kangaroo harvesting kill quotas, thereby threatening the sustainability of our Macedon Ranges kangaroo population by pitting economic interests against conservation. If this apparently economic and politically motivated decision is not reversed, all of us who oppose it may well be similarly motivated, that is, consumer and voter-wise!

Policy should be scrapped John Keating, real estate agent, Woodend Re: 'Farm build rights gone?' (Midland Express, February 2). The proposal to remove existing rights to building a dwelling in farming zones on land areas of 40ha or more is bad policy and should be scrapped. The genesis of the proposal is the policy change 15 years ago that allowed councils to refuse planning permits for dwellings on land under 40ha in rural areas. Landowners were hoodwinked then by the policy change that was introduced without consultation and applied retrospectively. Its implementation has been erratic and is bewildering to land owners, professional town planners and even some councillors. Across the Macedon Ranges most of the beautiful visual tapestry of the rural landscape that we all enjoy has been created over the past 50 years as a consequence of the many residential and farming infrastructure developments and tree plantings and landscaping undertaken by those who have been allowed to build dwellings. Wherever dwellings have been allowed there is compelling evidence that more trees have been planted, more water conserved, more bird and other wildlife habitat created, the farmland has been better managed and there has been more agricultural production from varied farming activities by owners who want to adopt best farming practices. Besides housing needs being provided for, local communities have also benefited by having more residents to sustain local shopping centres and schools, and there has been more residents to become members of volunteer community groups such as the CFA, SES and service clubs etc. There has also been considerable economic flow-on benefits from jobs created for tradespeople, for the council itself from rates, for the state government from stamp duty on property sales and land tax, and for the federal government from capital gains taxes. Overall the positive contributions to the community have far outweighed any minor negative impacts. If farming land areas greater than 40ha are not allowed to be built on, land values will be reduced by 50 to 80 per cent. It is not fair that a planning policy change can devalue a landowner's property by up to 80 per cent.

Self interest guides opinions Neil Barker, Romsey It is predictable but disappointing that so many opinion writers are guided by short-term self interest when it comes to business developments in the Macedon Ranges. The proposal for a McDonalds outlet in Kyneton is one such example. Arguments that relate to employment, opportunities to take rest breaks, the option of having a choice of food for motorists, and accusations of narrow mindedness are simply used by opportunists to denigrate real community concerns.

They seem to be put forward by people who see opportunities for the promotion of their own businesses or lifestyles rather than the negative impacts that this outlet would have on the wider community. They include the negative impacts of fast food on Australia's huge obesity problem, the massive impact that these large foreign-owned food chains have on our environment and on global warming, encouraging the employment of our children as hamburger flippers on minimum wages, the proliferation of packaging litter that will inevitably follow, and the loss of a site that could be used by an Australian company for a much more productive purpose, and which could be of benefit to everyone. For these reasons, the council should reject this proposal at its first opportunity.

Committee riding roughshod Hans Paas, Castlemaine If Merilyn Hoysted ('Far from hiding', Opinions, February 9) had taken more care she would not have made the mistake of suggesting that I was encouraging the committee of MAAW to breach privacy laws. On the other hand, it is unconstitutional and a breach of the rules to refuse to allow the inspection of the Register of Members or worse to refuse access to the report commissioned by the committee that led to it deciding not to proceed with the establishment of a community vet service and thereby refuse the state government grant that the organisation had applied for. No 'category of questions' that seeks to shed light on the decision-making processes of the committee should ever be refused merely because the committee seeks to conceal their actions. Ms Hoysted's letter together with the complaints outlined in members' open letter advertisement suggest that MAAW has a committee that is riding roughshod over the members in violation of both the constitution and rules of the organisation. The 'Friends of MAAW' have a right to have their questions answered and the committee has a duty to be open, transparent and accountable. It is fast becoming clear that they are anything but.

Failure to invest Russell S Mowatt, president, Calder Action Group Inc As we approach a more normalised society post the COVID-19 pandemic, the state government has failed to invest in the upgrade of the Calder Freeway. In particular the upgrade of the Calder Park Drive/Calder Freeway Overpass for those commuters who use the Calder Freeway on a regular basis. Unfortunately our advocacy and those of councils and other groups have gone unnoticed and ignored to the detriment of the local communities. To navigate the dangerous stretch between Keilor Park and Calder Park Drive has become unbearable. Additionally the 100km/h has not been reimposed fully to the satisfaction of commuters who are angered and outraged over the lack of any formal funding commitment from the state government. While the state government continues to approve future housing developments in Sydenham, Diggers Rest, Sunbury and Gisborne South, the traffic congestion and numerous accidents will increase to the detriment of our collective communities. The government has failed to adequately plan for future road infrastructure in the northwest communities and thereby future generations will ultimately condemn us for!

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One of a kind Escape to the countryside and secure your own private retreat. This property has plenty of elements and is definitely one of a kind. As you make your way down the driveway the views of ‘Belltopper Hill’ and the surrounding landscape will capture your attention. The front decking/outdoor entertainment area is heated by a wood heater and with grapevines overhead it gives you a feel of comfort and allows for plenty of space for family and friends or your own place to relax while taking in the scenery. The main home has a Colorbond exterior and comprises four spacious bedrooms, great sized main living area with Daiken reverse cycle split system and large wood heater, a sizeable kitchen with great views out the window, large laundry and bathroom with a curved ‘Aeros shower. Villa Bellvue Homestead The original 1920’s homestead, in need of rejuvenation, offers potential for a second dwelling for the extended family or guest house the options are endless. Drummond post office Opened in 1885 and closed in 1956 the one room historical stone building would have been the central point of the district. The barn This is one for the entertainer the barn has so much to offer. Fully set up saloon bar with working beer taps to pour your guests a frothy or two. Relax with the ambience of the open fireplace. Studio retreat For peace and quiet walk down to the one room studio with loft and sit on the deck by the meandering creek and watch the passing wildlife. Great retreat to unwind or home office. To complete the package is a five-bay shed including concrete, power, sink and wood heater. Double carport, fully fenced for animals, 83,000 litre rainwater tanks, bore water, chook and dog run. Be self-sufficient on this 16.97 ha farmland and grow your own fresh veggies, fruit trees and enjoy animal and agricultural pursuits.

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Private country retreat offering so much including a saloon bar 256 Zig Zag Road, Drummond North $1,290,000 Raine & Horne Kyneton 5422 2678 / Jennifer Pearce 0427 422 508 jennifer.pearce@kyneton.rh.com.au

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A traditional home comprising 3 bedrooms, lounge, bathroom, 2 toilets & a basic kitchen with a large 12m x 6m shed with concrete & power. There is plenty of scope for renovation, extension or possible subdivision (STCA).

Private Sale Inspect As advertised or by appointment Price $350,000 Land 946 sqm approx Carole Lenander 0401 472 346

3 Mill Street Maldon This impressively renovated rammed earth Tuscan Villa is surrounded by beautiful gardens & caters for modern day living & offers a separate cottage with income potential. Features include Spotted Gum flooring, timber beams & French doors.

Private Sale Inspect As advertised or by appointment Price $1,175,000 Land 1,654 sqm approx Carole Lenander 0401 472 346

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Farmhouse charm

Set in the Walmer farming valley with the Muckleford Creek running through the property, this charming old farm is just 10km from Maldon, 16km from Castlemaine and an easy commute into Bendigo via the Calder Freeway. With origins dating back to 1860, the charming old solid brick farmhouse has a picture perfect front garden with two age old oak trees and an outlook from the front verandah across to a large tree-lined dam. The home comprises three double bedrooms, main with french doors to the garden and a patio, cosy formal lounge room with fireplace/wood heater,

polished baltic floor and old colonial double doors to the verandah. There is a large timber farmhouse kitchen with dining area and living area, wood fireplace and air conditioner. Two bathrooms, plus a laundry, front, rear and side verandahs complete the package of a very charming, comfortable farmhouse. Outdoors the property has 29 acres of level grazing land, a fenced house garden, old sandstone dairy outbuilding, original blacksmith workshop and a substantial 12.5m x 9m garage/workshop. Perfect for country dreaming the setting and quiet country neighborhood offers a beautiful lifestyle opportunity.

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79 Forest Street VICTORIAN GRANDEUR ENJOYS FULLY RENOVATED STYLE, POSITIONED FOR CENTRAL LIVING OR A BUSINESS USE – COMMERCIAL ZONING

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Situated in the centre of Castlemaine with easy walking distance to the shops, railway station and primary schools this superbly renovated Victorian timber cottage enjoys the grace of yesteryear with a contemporary re-style. Positioned on 450m2 with a north aspect rear garden – there is rear access via a Laneway from Urquhart Street with parking area, grassy garden and decked outdoor entertaining area. The home has an ornate wrought iron lace-work verandah, central hallway, 3 double bedrooms, a classic white open plan kitchen with modern appliances, and generous lounge, dining, casual living areas all with a north glassed aspect to the rear garden. Large bathroom with laundry. There are polished ﬂoor boards, high ceilings, reverse cycle air, dado walling and some pressed metal too.

1800S FARMHOUSE CHARM, PICTURESQUE COUNTRY SETTING WITH 29 ACRES

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Set in the Walmer farming valley with the tree lined Muckleford Creek running through the property, this charming old farm is just 10km from Maldon, 16km from Castlemaine and an easy commute into Bendigo via the Calder Freeway. With origins dating back to 1860 the charming old Solid Brick farmhouse has a picture perfect front garden with 2 age old Oak trees and an outlook from the front verandah across to a large tree lined dam. The home comprises 3 double bedrooms, main with French doors to the garden and a patio, cosy formal lounge room with fireplace/wood heater, polished Baltic floor and old colonial double doors to the verandah. There is a large timber farmhouse kitchen with dining area and living area, wood fireplace and air conditioner. Two bathrooms, plus a laundry, front, rear and side verandahs complete the package of a very charming, comfortable farmhouse. INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT

Welshmans Reef

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592 Maldon-Newstead Road A COUNTRY LIFE – HANDMADE MUD-BRICK HOME, STUDIO/WORKSHOP WITH GARDENS AND BUSHLANDS – 20 ACRES

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Backing onto the Welshmans Reef and Muckleford bush-land Forests, this picture pretty 20 acre parcel has a mix of grazing and bushlands, just about 7km from either Newstead or Maldon. The handmade earthen homestead has been cleverly positioned and designed for a sustainable country lifestyle that includes a north facing garden terrace with vine covered wires, wicking beds, and a netted fruit tree orchard that’s very established. The home has been crafted from materials on site and includes hand-carved timber and glass doors, brush-box parquetry ﬂoors, timber ceilings and recycled timber windows. Substantial and stylish, the home includes a living-kitchen-dining with all modern appointments, plus a Rayburn wood ﬁre, Jotul combustion heater, soldi timber drawers, benches and great storage.

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154 Davies Road

Lot 2 Raeburns Road

$595,000 - $645,000

COLIBAN RIVER FRONTAGE - 100 ACRES (40 HA) WITH SAND BARS & SWIMMING HOLES - FLY FISHING ON YOUR OWN PROPERTY OR TAKE A DIP - HOW’S THE SERENITY?! With over 2.5km of direct river frontage and secluded from the noise and tempo of today’s living, this 100 acre property features fertile basalt soils, picturesque undulating country rolling into the river and superb river red gums. Just 125km to Melbourne, 41km to Bendigo, 38km to Kyneton and under 4km to Lake Eppalock (less by kayak via the river) there are many excellent reasons to use this property as a weekender, camper, glamper or house base. The river runs into the nearby Lake Eppalock for fishing, water sports or brilliant relaxation. There are numerous sand bars, great swimming and fishing holes, abundant wildlife, plenty of firewood, and privacy that has to be seen to be believed.

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Position yourself at the centre of Harcourt’s thriving local community. An easy stroll to the café and general store and a short walk to the local primary school, pre-school and sporting facilities this charming weatherboard home is ‘position perfect’. The inviting elevated front deck provides a sunny place to sit and leads to the double door entry. Inside the comfortable home features three generous bedrooms, two with robes, country-style kitchen with induction cooking, lounge with stone fireplace and wood heater and additional living that leads to the covered outdoor area. There is a central bathroom, two toilets and external laundry. The two panel solar system is a bonus, as is the 12 x 7.5 metre shed and generous 1058sqm, fully fenced block. Comfy as it is, there is scope to improve and it is an ideal home for those looking to secure a well-priced property in a fast growing property market.

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‘LONG KNOLL’ 30 ACRES WITH STONE BUILT HOME

EXCELLENT WEEKENDER LARGE DAM & SHEDDING

• Stone built home & sep studio, alfresco area & spectacular views

• 45 Acres of partially cleared and treed land

• Two dams, seasonal creek, raised vegetable plots & shedding

• Large dam, reasonably good fencing, solar power

• Off grid solar powered with battery storage & 53,000 litre RW storage

• Basic cottage accommodation; great for weekender

• Preserved by a Trust for Nature covenant

• Shedding, rain water tank and storage container

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Agent: Di Selwood 0488 148 358

$919,000

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$375,000

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• Two sizeable dams with excellent water storage

• Option for two separate tenancies, residence and business

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

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CA 4 Lewis Road

$460,000 - $480,000

• Scattered eucalypts & cleared land

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

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

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

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139 Main Road

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Charming three bedroom weatherboard 28 High Street, Harcourt $455,000 - $465,000 Bendigo Property Plus Di Selwood / 5447 4088

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Excellent family home A great size property for a family to enjoy! This quality home is set on 2000m2 (approx.) in a quiet location with plenty of room for pony, potential pool or shedding. Comprising a master with ensuite, three further bedrooms with built-in robes, lounge room, kitchen, dining, family bathroom and laundry. The kitchen features a gas cooktop, breakfast bar, electric wall-oven, dishwasher, ample storage and bench space. The front entrance adjoins the large lounge room which has glass sliding doors that open out to the rear undercover patio area - perfect for hosting summer barbecues and entertaining family and friends. Brand new carpets have been installed. Ducted heating and evaporative cooling provide year-round comfort. This property has been well-cared for, established gardens and lawns are neat and well-maintained. There is a front verandah, double carport and small garden shed. The property has solar, tank for garden use and is connected to all town services. Potential for subdivision (STCA). Situated just a five minute drive to the Castlemaine CBD and train station for those commuting to Bendigo or Melbourne. Inspection by appointment please.

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Four bedroom home set on 2000m2 13 Eleanor Drive, Campbells Creek $649,000 Keogh Real Estate 5472 1248

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Julian Perez, regional Victorian general manager, Villawood Properties I note with great interest the insightful comments by your correspondent Grace McCaughey regarding sustainable housing ('Open letter to land developers and municipal councils', Opinions, February 2). She will be relieved to hear some developers are taking the points she makes very seriously. In fact, a small new estate that recently sold out at Woodend could well prove the regional start of a serious sustainability surge in Australia's mainstream new-build housing. The mouse that roared is Villawood Properties' Lonicera community, a 12-lot project with a big heart and the harbinger of bigger aspirations. Lonicera boasts minimum 7.5-star energy efficiency with detailed design guidelines prescribing rainwater re-use, energy and water-efficient appliances and fittings. Villawood paid for a renewable and energy efficiency consultant to guide purchasers on passive design features such as thermal mass, orientation, draftproofing, glazing, shading, ventilation and insulation, as well as leading energy efficient fit-outs. Energy-efficient, all-electric homes powered by solar are on the increase as people seek bill-busting, higher performance, comfortable, healthy housing that stays naturally warm in winter and cool in summer. We're working with Australia's leading housing energy efficiency experts. We're looking to reduce energy bills substantially, even to zero, while designing homes that can regulate themselves and keep temperatures between 18 and 25 through the peaks of winter and summer. And energy efficiency is just the start. We're going to see great leaps forward in local renewable energy, microgrids, community food production, rainwater harvesting, electric vehicle enabled homes, wetlands and urban biodiversity. We are planning to keep the ball rolling with a new 20-lot project, Rhondda Park, at Woodend featuring minimum 7.5-star energy rating, and intend to build a growing portfolio of leading carbon-neutral sustainable estates in future.

Where do they camp? Paul Ruff, Kyneton How can anyone understand the current arrangements for caravans and RVs around Kyneton and at Mineral Springs reserve? Currently there is little signage to advise travellers the availability of parking while shopping or longer, at the showgrounds and adjoining cricket/sports oval or wherever. The RV dump point at mineral springs is connected to a small septic tank and is more often full or out of order than not There is much confusion about the conditions of camping overnight/s at these facilities and around the Kyneton town area, since we no longer have a caravan park. Put simply, are caravans and RVs allowed to camp there, at the showgrounds, what are the arrangements for parking near the railway station? Are there plans for a dump point anywhere around Kyneton? Is access to there access to the toilets and showers/changing rooms for special cases? If the answer to any of these is yes, why aren't residents better informed to assist travellers? Where is the signage? We have a tourist information centre on High Street, there is little signage for it, and very little parking for caravans and RVs about the centre. Many locals in retirement purchase a

caravan, there are several apps and other media to plan a trip, but as you study the available options you always judge them by the comments about places you know. Sadly, Kyneton and the other towns in the shire don't feature highly on many. So, as there is hysterics from the tin foil hat brigade about a possibility of Kyneton emerging from sleepy hollow, what could we expect if they were asked to welcome travellers with their own accommodation, especially if they wanted to eat/drink on Piper Street?

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Joyce Sanders, Castlemaine I look forward to future dining out in the Macedon Ranges, the most dog-friendly shire in our region. I think Alison Joseph ('Dog unfriendly place', Opinions, February 9) got it completely back to front. A council that really cares for dogs helps owners learn that it isn't always in the dog's best interest to take him everywhere you go. You may love going to cafes or shops, but your dog might actually prefer being left at home. If only your dog could speak, he might tell you that he is more comfortable there than he is tied up in the street while you casually dine or shop elsewhere. If dogs really are part of your family, often said to be your fur babies, well, you wouldn't leave your children tied to a street post! So why your dog?

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Government-sanctioned slaughter I wonder if those advocating for the slaughter and consumption of our kangaroos (protected species at that) are the same people who are 'outraged' (as they should be), about the whale slaughter in Japan, the seal slaughter in Canada, the poaching of rhino, elephants and tigers for 'traditional' medicine, the slaughter of gorillas and monkeys for 'bushmeat', the bear bile industry, etc. etc.? Apart from allowing weapon yielding 'professionals' loose in our communities, has anyone really looked into how 'safe' kangaroo meat is to consume? Kangaroos are full of parasites. While I don't condone eating any animal, at least cattle and sheep are drenched in preparation for human consumption. Who drenches kangaroos? Who checks them for diseases? The world is in the grip of a zoonotic pandemic and yet the government is turning its back on scientific warnings and urging people to eat kangaroo! What is the government thinking? An estimated three billion animals died in the Black Summer fires and much habitat was destroyed and yet our government wants to kill more?! As for the argument that the roos are a danger on our roads and a 'pest' to our farmers. If people drove in an appropriate manner in known wildlife areas, there would not be any animal impact 'accidents'. People conveniently forget that ever-expanding property development directly causes the loss of habitat for our wildlife, therefore impacts on where they can live and also takes away our ever-shrinking farmland. Kangaroos are not in 'plague' proportions, they are simply more visible because they have no where left to hide. Australia has the highest rate of mammalian extinction in the world. The international community will be recognising Australians as the barbarians we have become if the complete disregard and slaughter of our wildlife is sanctioned by a greedy, short-sighted government. In the words of Gandhi "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated". Australia has failed miserably in this department.

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The Kyneton and District Old Time Dance Club is deeply saddened by the passing of our esteemed member Don Clifford. When Don was at a dance he encouraged everybody to sing. He particularly loved “Delilah”. His enjoyment of dancing and singing was legendary. He will be missed. Our condolences to Marie, family and friends. KN255709/L

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10.10.1935 – 9.2.2021 Much loved and loving husband of Marie, father of Kym, Karen and Joanne-Stella and Pop of Claudia, Sam, Dom, Ziggy, Pat, Soﬁa and Joseph. “With a twinkle in his eye and a twinkle in his toes, he brings music wherever he goes” Forever in our hearts. Funeral details will be conﬁrmed at a later date. For details go to eTributes at: www.tjscottandson.com.au KN255700/J

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Dearly loved youngest son of Alf and Dot. Brother of Mervyn (dec) and Neil. Loved and loving brother of Bill and Bronwyn, fond brother in law of David. Caring and loved Uncle of Sarah and Trent, Kasey, Holly and Brooke. Great Uncle of Tyson. Reunited with his best mates – Alfie and Dottie. A quiet life, finished too early. Leigh, You were a quiet but True Brother, a friend – caring, loving and loyal. Family was your one and all. Forever in my heart. Bill (Wilbur) I am going to miss you so much Leigh, there will be nobody to check up on anymore. Who is going to go and get our seafood with David on xmas eve now. Hope you have fun with mum and dad Love Bronwyn (Chubs). Uncle/Great Uncle Leigh, we love you forever and always and we will miss you every single day. You will always be in our hearts and in our minds, we will cherish the memories we made with you. Every time we look up at the sky and the stars, we know that you will be watching over us. Lots of love Sarah (Parrot), Trent and Tyson (Little Mate) Fly high legend! I’m going to miss you so much, you were taken way too soon! I bet Rexie is jumping with joy, have a VB or two for me. Love you loads, Kasey (Little Chubs). Uncle Leigh, I’m missing you so much and I will miss you every day, but I know you’re up there with Rexie having so much fun. Lots of love Holly (Monkey). Uncle Leigh, I can’t believe the day has come to say goodbye to you. I miss you and love you, rest easy have fun with Mama, Papa and Rexie. Lots of love Brooke (Little One). A funeral service was held for Leigh at the Taradale Cemetery on Friday 12th February.

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Eric Raymond Scoble OAM 10.04.1951 – 15.02.2020 One of Kyneton’s ﬁnest citizens An honourable man Loving father, stepfather, grandfather of 14 and great grandfather of 3. A wonderful husband and partner to me, Janet Mitchell. My life will never again be so busy and happy. I have never felt so loved and cared for, so appreciated and trusted. ”Thank you my Darling.”

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Home Care Worker Casual Home Care Services – Macedon Ranges Due to a period of rapid growth, we now have fantastic career opportunities for passionate and committed Home Care Workers to join our Mercy Health Home Care team. Successful applicants will work across both community and residential settings providing a diverse range of services including delivering care to residents of an exciting brandnew facility located in Woodend. Mercy Health is a diverse, awardwinning national health and aged care provider employing 10,000 people who provide compassionate and holistic care. As a WGEA Employer of Choice, we offer excellent inhouse salary packaging benefits and professional development opportunities. Enquiries to: Ms Anna Gullaci, Regional Manager on 03 9244 0900 Applications close: Monday March 8 2021 Reference number: 13983

Sincere thanks to John Scott and Sons, Sacred Heart and Qamby Staff, Marcie Jones, Daryl and Robert, Margaret, Allan, Cathy and ‘Red’, Tony, Sam and Vince, Jackson, Febey & Richard, Andrew, Simon and Chris Mitchell and Julie and Mark Scoble.

For more information and to apply, please visit careers.mercy.com.au

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MILL OPERATOR

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Oxley Feed Mill requires a reliable Mill operator with great work ethic on a casual basis 3-5 days Mon-Fri. No experience needed with on job training but a forklift licence is recommended. This job is of a physical nature, so an average level of ﬁtness is required. The successful applicant will be required to work in a team environment in varing conditions through summer and winter. Please send your applications to admin@oxleyfeedmill.com.au or phone 5476 2545.

School Bus Driver Lanceﬁeld The Dyson Group of Companies is a family owned organisation and industry leader, which provides quality coach and bus services across Australia. Our Kyneton depot has a current vacancy for a casual school bus driver based in Lanceﬁeld to drive a School bus to Kyneton in the morning and do the return trip in the afternoon, Monday to Friday during school term with some overtime as per operational requirements. The successful applicant should have well developed customer service and communication skills, and previous experience in bus driving. A current heavy vehicle licence as well as a Victorian DC, and current Victorian Working with Children Checks are requirements for the role. Please forward a resume with copies of the relevant licence’s to: Recruitment Advisor 121 McKimmies Road, Bundoora VIC 3083 Or email; careers@dysongroup.com.au

‘Dyson’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer’

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Are seeking Family Day Care Educators to provide education and care for school aged children in the Trentham area. Ideally FDC is in the Educators home but if your home is not suitable an approved venue (ie at the school) is also an option. In-venue FDC was recently provided at Trentham and district primary school from 3.20pm – 6.20pm each afternoon, unfortunately due to our Educator re-locating we have had to temporarily suspend our service. We have quite a few families that require care for their children both before and after school hours. FDC Educators need to have or be studying a certificate 3 in Education and Care Or equivalent (e.g certificate 3 in Education support). If you do not already have a qualification government funding is available for the cert. 3. Please contact Shirlene Nevill on 53483272 or email fdc@daylesfordchild.org.au for more information and / or a job description and an application package. KN255707/L

ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT PART TIME An opportunity exists for a motivated Administration Assistant within a well established accounting firm.

The ideal candidate will need to have sound computer skills in MS office, be well presented, have excellent communication and telephone skills, as well as strong attention to detail. The successful candidate will be a reliable and trustworthy individual who takes pride in their work. Email applications to: nicki@lmck.com.au

Expressions of Interest are invited for:

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Real Estate Salesperson Must have full Estate Agent’s Licence or Agent’s Representative Licence, and experience.

Real Estate Advertising Copywriter For the preparation of copy for a wide variety of residential and rural properties, including press releases for the marketing of premium lifestyle properties. Flexible hours. All expressions of interest treated confidentially. Please email your interest to admin@keatings.com.au KN255694/J

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LANGLEY MCKIMMIE WOODEND

Employment

Are you looking for some casual work? We have positions available for inserters for the Midland Express at our Castlemaine ofﬁce. This will include inserting catalogues into the Midland Express and bundling the newspapers in preparation for delivery. If you can work Monday evenings into Tuesday early mornings on call, then this is the job for you! The hours could be between 2 - 5 hours each week and vary from 8.00pm to 3.00am. A brief resume and police check will be required. Please email your resume to jcolley@midnews.com.au or call into our ofﬁce at 29 Templeton Street, Castlemaine.

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ORCHARD HAND

Montague is a proud and successful Australian family-owned business and we currently seeking a Casual Orchard Hand for work within our Harcourt Orchard.

EXCAVATOR/HEAVY PLANT OPERATOR – FULL TIME An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced person to join a family owned civil engineering contractor in Romsey. As a key member of the Newnham Earthmoving team, the role will require you to undertake a range of earthworks and drainage activities.

The ideal applicant will have: • • • • • • • • •

Minimum 3 years full time experience on excavator operations on civil construction works White Card and relevant plant licences Ability to read and interpret construction drawings Current Australian Drivers licence. HR truck licence preferable Excellent time management and organization skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Must be reliable and hardworking High levels of motivation with the ability to show initiative and self-start Ability to make effective and timely decisions with strong attention to detail

The positions tasks and responsibilities will include: • • •

Safely and efficiently operating earthmoving equipment on various projects including subdivisions, Council and VicRoads projects Working safely as part of a team and/or individually including plant pre start and maintenance checks. Reporting to management on a daily basis regarding work tasks and timelines.

Benefits of working with Newnham Earthmoving: •

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Working locally throughout the Macedon Ranges and Mitchell Shires in a very experienced and dynamic team with a strong focus on safety, team development and engagement. Regular overtime Operating late model/new equipment Plenty of opportunity to build your career and work on a variety of interesting projects Very competitive pay rates in accordance with applicant experience.

The role is permanent fulltime and with a great pipeline of secured work, Newnham Earthmoving is a great place to take the next step in your career.

All applications in writing to Newnham Earthmoving Pty Ltd Please forward to Mick McCarthy – careers@newearth.com.au

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced person to join a family owned civil engineering contractor in Romsey. As a key member of the Newnham Earthmoving multi skilled team, the role will require you to operate one of our late model quarry truck and trailers servicing our works throughout the Macedon Ranges and Mitchell Shire areas.

The ideal applicant will have: •

Minimum 3 years full time experience driving truck and trailer in a similar role including quarry work and on-site work. • A HC licence with good driving history. Knowledge of Chain of Responsibility and road transport legislation including ability to maintain accurate records. • An understanding of basic maintenance and safety and be mechanically minded. • Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills • Excellent time management and organisational skills • Must be reliable and hardworking with high levels of motivation with the ability to show initiative and self-start. Applicants who are multi skilled with multiple licenses will be looked upon favorably.

The positions tasks and responsibilities will include: •

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Safely and efficiently operating our late model truck and trailers on various projects including Subdivisions, Council and VicRoads Projects Working safely as part of a team and/or individually including plant pre start and maintenance checks. Record keeping and reporting on a daily basis regarding work tasks.

Benefits of working with Newnham Earthmoving: •

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Working locally throughout the Macedon Ranges and Mitchell Shires in a very experienced and dynamic team with a strong focus on safety, team development and engagement. Regular overtime Operating late model/new equipment Great opportunity to build your career and work on interesting tasks and projects Very competitive pay rates in accordance with applicant experience.

The role is permanent full time and with a great pipeline of secured work and a very modern, well maintained fleet, Newnham Earthmoving is a great place to take the next step in your career.

All applications in writing to Newnham Earthmoving Pty Ltd Please forward to Mick McCarthy – careers@newearth.com.au

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Key responsibilities are, but not limited to: Mowing, mulching, spraying, weed spraying fertiliser spreading, pruning, harvest activities, irrigation repair and maintenance activities, general farm repairs and maintenance. To be successful in this role, you will need to have the following: - Tractor and machinery operating experience - Previous farm hand experience essential - A current driver licence with reliable transport - Must be physically fit and able to work in all weather conditions - Good communication and interpersonal skills - The ability to work autonomously/ independently with limited supervision at times - Must have a proactive approach to safety - A strong work ethic and must reliable and punctual - Being a team player is critical - Great attention to detail The following will be highly regarded: - Forklift licence - Chem cert certificate - First aid certificate - Chain saw training/experience

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TRUCK DRIVER (HC) – FULL TIME

Hours vary but they are early morning starts with the possibility of some Saturdays if required. If you are interested and possess the above mentioned attributes please send your resume to:hrdepartment@montague.com.au. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

NOTICE TO ALL ADVERTISERS

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

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Learn from Alyse Faith, ﬂute (MA, Royal Academy of Music) or Clancy McLeod, guitar (BMus, Melbourne Conservatorium of Music). Both teachers have current WWC Checks.

THE Barker Shop dog and cat grooming. Ph 0428 754 840 or 5422 2614.

FOUND ADVERTS ARE PUBLISHED FREE!

If you have found lost property, we’ll help locate the owner free of charge. Simply provide the details of your “ﬁnd”, and your phone number for publication.

0408 510 163

Maldon Football Ground. Entry $5 - Kids Free Enquiries to Mark 0414 244 842

Annual General Meeting

Wanted To Sell

Tuesday, 2 Mar, 2021 7.30 pm Kyneton Mechanics Institute Main Hall Mollison Street, Kyneton. All welcome

HAY oaten and straw mulch. New seasons, weed and chemical free. Oaten rolls, 5 x 4, $80. Oaten small bales, $10. Straw rolls, 5 x 4, $50. Straw small bales, $6. Can deliver. Ph Chris 0407 561 044.

Please observe COVID safety requlations and not attend should you feel unwell.

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YOGA WELLNESS COURSE Held at the Forge Castlemaine 6 week course $90 Wednesdays at 10.30am to 11.30am Commencing 24th Feb - 31st March.

This course will include

– Yoga for stress relief – Yoga for healthy aging – Yoga and how it relates to wellness

Phone Judy Sherlock, I.Y.T.A. DIP. 5470 5041 - Mobile 0409 021 842 Email judy@mossbankcottage.com

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Livestock DORSET DOWN rams, for fast growing prime lambs. Accredited brucelosis free OJD vacc. Young rams $350, some older rams also available. Ph 0417 052 383.

Wanted To Lease

Carpentry

PugWorkShop Castlemaine

CARPENTRY PEUGEOT & PAINTING CITROËN

Mark Henderson

Renovations Bathrooms Tiling Owner Builders

Service and repairs Doug Norman 0408 508 628 KN251622

WANTED, land to lease for cattle or sheep. Phone Daniel 0427 334 012.

Builders

Wanted

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NEED TO CLEAR STUFF?

Talk to us. We clear estates, storage units or pick up a few items. We also sell a widerange of furniture and collectables. Drop in and see us at Maine Second Hand 53 Templeton Street, Castlemaine We also run auctions. 0418 507 830 or 5401 3694

CAMPBELLS Creek, 2A Penhallurick Street, Sat., Feb. 20, 7.00 am. Downsizing. All items priced.

Roofing Repairs

Macedon Ranges Roof Maintenance

Call Chris Brady 0407 530 251

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PUBLIC NOTICE - SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Notice is hereby given that a Special Council Meeting of Hepburn Shire Council will be held on Tuesday 23 February 2021 commencing at 6:00pm.

for 8 advertisements Kyneton 5422 1488, Castlemaine 5472 1788

Newspapers engage

The proposed business to be transacted at this meeting will be for Council to:

VW POLO TRENDLINE

2015, 5 door hatch, silver 1.2 L 66TSI, 4 CYL, 5 speed manual. 1 lady owner, full service history with books. VGC. with RWC, 11 months reg, ADM 655. $11,900 ono. Ph 0417 313 553

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Call us and ﬁnd out how!

The meeting will be conducted in person, but members of the public will not be able to attend in person due to the COVID-19 Pandemic restrictions. The community is invited to view the meeting via a live stream to Council’s Facebook page.

1995 AUDI A4

Only 124,800 kms. Local service record. New battery. Eligible for club plates. Cracked windscreen, no RWC. Reg to 12/04/21, XSF 076. $500. Ph 0418 397 400.

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consider the adoption of Council’s Community Engagement Policy; and,

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consider the adoption of the Councillor Code of Conduct. Only the business as detailed above will be transacted at the Special Council Meeting.

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This Special Council Meeting is called in line with Council’s Governance Rules 2020.

Phone Colin 0417 509 699

Earthmoving

LADY looking to buy, rent or share a small parcel of land. Contact 0426 998 180.

Garage Sales

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Ph Chris O'Toole

BOBCAT SERVICES

Inc. A0021560D

(COVID RESTRICTIONS PERMITTING)

8am - 5pm both days.

Call David on 0477 003 284

Birden Constructions

Large or small. Cut and/or reshaped.

Earthmoving

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CENTRAL VIC. SELF STORAGE

Retired local man looking for garden duties including lawn mowing, whipper snipping, small hedges trimmed. Competitive rates.

HEDGES

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Maldon Music School are offering a free trial lesson in ﬂute or guitar.

Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st February.

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Flute and Guitar free trial lesson

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Annual General Meeting Wednesday, March 3 2021 10 am at Kyneton Shamrock Hotel Members please note.

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Paul 0418 905 397 or send resume to paul@shush.com.au

Probus Club of Kyneton Inc

Employment Wanted

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KYNETON DAFFODIL & ARTS FESTIVAL Inc

METAL TRADES

Trades person with metal fabrication and machine skills required for interesting and varied work. Small architectural fabrication workshop in Drummond North area. Any age welcome to apply.

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Enquiries: Manager Governance and Risk, phone 5321 6413. www.vcpa.com.au

DOMINATOR

P/Top,16’ long, single axle, CAMPER TRAILER D/Bed, full annex, all poles, BLACK SERIES The caravan is in good condition. $2,500, located great van for age. Reg til Dec ’21. T86862. $4,600 or Registration W97835. at Campbells Creek, $14,200.00. make an offer. Lanceﬁeld. 3451. Best to text me if interested. 0407 765 963. Ph 5429 1886 or 0448 088 Phone 0427 322 601. KN255391/L KN255668/L 256 after 6 pm. KN255607/L

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Champion of Champions Bill West

The stage is set for the Central Highlands Bowling Division's Champion of Champions preliminary rounds at Lancefield this Sunday. Congratulations go all the players who achieved this distinction; some are first-time winners and others added to multiple titles. Kyneton's men and women's champions were decided on Friday evening. Mark Smoljo, runner-up in both Castlemaine and Kyneton championships previously, broke through at last with a thrilling 2523 victory over the in-form Scott Paterson, who is not playing his undoubted skills in pennant this season. In contrast, Christine Plowman added another title to her record with a decisive victory against Cath Bermingham. Kyneton Golf's Graham Edwards, undoubtedly the recruit of the season in the CHBD, beat Graeme Williamson in the final at Kyneton Golf. Edwards, already the CHBD singles and pairs champion this season, will be keen to try and add the Champ of Champs title to his collection. Smoljo will play Gisborne's Peter Williams in the knockout round on Sunday. Coincidentally, they were both members of the St Kilda Bowling Club about 20 years ago and played plenty of bowls together. On his home green, Gary Choate - who broke through for his first singles title at Lancefield by edging out Aaron Andrews on Wednesday evening, will be looking to play well. In the women's draw, the only two CHBD players who gained selection in the regional side, multiple club champion Bev Holmes (Lancefield) and Tricia Odgers (Diggers Rest), play one another in the quarter-finals. The draw for Sunday is: Men: Norm Bickerdyke (Woodend) v Graham Edwards (Kyneton Golf). Quarter-finals: Scott Browne (Diggers Rest) v Gary Choate (Lancefield), Peter Williams (Gisborne) v Mark Smoljo (Kyneton), Max Bruton (Trentham) v winner of Bickerdyke v Edwards match), Matt Brundell(Romsey) v Ian Guymer (Macedon). Women: Tricia Odgers (Diggers Rest) v Bev Holmes (Lancefield), Christine Plowman (Kyneton) v Lois Scott (Woodend), Brenda Wesley (Romsey) v Gayle Hobbs (Macedon), Catherine Pevitt Mark Smoljo (at left) and Graham Edwards are first-time champions at their respective clubs this (Trentham) v Louise Ball (Gisborne). season.

Big matches in McIntyre Cup Bill West There are two crackerjack matches coming up in the 12th round of McIntyre Cup cricket this Saturday. It's clear which four teams will play in the semi-finals, but the order in which they finish is far from settled with Saturday's round, plus two more, to take place. With all cricket abandoned last Saturday due to the COVID lockdown, players across the Gisborne District Cricket Association are itching to get back on the field.

This Saturday the two big matches involve the top four teams: Romsey (third) is at home to ladder-leader Bacchus Marsh, and Bacchus Marsh hosts reigning premier Gisborne at Maddingly Park. A chance to see four of the McIntyre Cup's prolific scoring batsmen in action. The fortunes of Ben Way (Romsey) and Dilan Chaminda (United) may well influence the outcome of the clash at Romsey, while Mick Allen (Gisborne) and James Lidgett (Bacchus Marsh) strut their stuff at Maddingly Park. The other match that does not affect

the top four is East Sunbury v Woodend. Diggers Rest - Bulla has the bye. Current positions: Sunbury United 54 (1.85%), Bacchus Marsh 54 (1.74), Romsey 51 (1.11), Gisborne 48 (1.84), East Sunbury 21, (0.81), Diggers Rest Bulla 21 (0.50), Woodend 15 (0.33). Johnstone Shield: Rupertswood 51, Bacchus Marsh 48, Sunbury Kangaroos 48, Wallan 42, Gisborne 24, Sunbury United 18, Riddell 15, St Anthonys 15. Jensen Shield: Romsey 48, East Sunbury 39, Macedon 36, Eynesbury 30, Sunbury 30, Aintree 24, Kyneton 21, Diggers Rest - Bulla 12.

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Trentham golf The winner of the first round of the women's silver spoon at Trentham last week was B-grader Anne Cooper, with a nett 69, one clear of Terri O'Çallaghan. Veronica Maher took out A-grade with a 71 nett, on a countback from Catherine Thomas, an Janine Lord had nett 71 to win C-grade, on a countback from Pat Kinnell. In the men's midweek stableford on Thursday the winner was Michael Hotchin (19 handicap) with 43 points. Ian Cornthwaite's 40 points topped A-grade, and Barry Knowles had 39 to be best in C-grade. Trentham is running a Charity Day on Saturday March 13, in the form of a four-person Ambrose, with visiting teams welcome. Proceeds will help support the work of the Trentham and District Historical Society. # Woodend Golf Club has rescheduled the 27-hole Maurie Armstrong Memorial Open to this Saturday, February 20.

Lancefield golf The ladies played Dorothy Hayes singles knockout matches at Lancefield on Wednesday. Kaylene Cruise d Robyn Stevens 1 up, Wendy Nicholas d Di Rohde 6/5, Florence Meyer d Di Brennan 2/1, Lyn Murchison d Sandra Stephens 5/4. Men's midweek: Peter McGill 80-7-73, from Ed Godek 88-15-73.

Romsey golf Twilight golf was enjoyed at Romsey before lockdown, with former member Paul Green one of the participants. Josh Squire (21 handicap) won the nine-hole stableford on the composite course with 24 points, from Jim Ptton (10) 22 and Steve Wilkins (9) 22. Wendy Gosden's best ever stroke round of 9128-63 came in the midweek event, with Lorraine Robb 111-43-68 runner-up. Least putts Beryl Cole - 28.

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Pictured are some very happy members of Lancefield Cricket Club's unbeaten women's team in the Gisborne District Cricket Association. It's the first season for the GDCA women's competition, and the number of teams are likely to grow next season. Emily Consiglio is captain of the team, and leads by example with bat and ball. She is very pleased with the progress made by the players, and the support received from the whole club. The players were at the forefront of the annual Pink Stumps Day held at Lancefield Park recently, with $755 being raised for the McGrath Foundation - a charitable cause that has grown consistently to help in the battle against breast cancer. All who supported the family fun day, capped off with the women's team defeating Bacchus Marsh in the 20 overs per side match, were thanked for getting behind the annual fixture. Members of the team pictured are Emily Consiglio (captain), Brianna Woodburn, Bethany Richardt, Carolyn Cusack, Rachael Williamson, Brooke Jeffrey, Nat Jeffrey, Sharon White, and Olivia Goodes.

Back in the sad ddle

Tayla Childs returns to scale at Donald on Kyneton galloper Swizzle Sticks, her last winner before being sidelined through injury. Photo: Brendan McCarthy/Racing Photos

Bill West

Sidelined through an ankle injury since early October, highly promising apprentice Tayla Childs rode at the Kyneton jump outs last week, and hopes to be back race riding shortly. "It's great to see Tayla back riding," Kyneton trainer George Osborne commented. She required ankle surgery after a mishap at Kyneton races on October 13. Childs, the 24-year-old daughter of former champion jockey Greg Childs, has chalked up 12 winners from 78 rides in her short career. Her first winner was on the Osborne-trained Reine Happy, at Bendigo, and she was back aboard 'Happy' in one of the 12 jump out heats last week. Reine Happy, a nine-year-old with 13 wins from 62 starts and $258,990, was purchased by Osborne for $8000 and has been a great money spinner for connections. He has not raced since Kyneton Cup Day, but is not far off resuming. There were 71 gallopers taking part in the jump outs, from district and visiting stables. 'WORK IN PROGRESS' Roger's Day, described by Osborne as "a work in progress'' won at Ararat on February 7 at his ninth start, and is likely to have his next outing in a BM64 event at Bendigo next Tuesday. Well ridden by Tahlia Hope from barrier 1, the four-year-old won the 1300m event by 1.3 lengths, starting a $3.50 favourite. It was the third run back from a 20-week spell, and connections have been patient since Roger's Day won on debut at Kyneton in September, 2019.

Pagan winner at Kyneton Golf days for Bill West

Former AFL player and dual premiership coach Denis Pagan stunned the racing world when he won the 2020 Victoria Derby with Johnny Get Angry a few months after taking out his trainer's licence. Pagan has owned plenty of gallopers over the years, but becoming an owner-trainer presented a whole new challenge. At Kyneton races last week, Pagan won with a filly with the catchy name of My Squeeze Louise, and he is aiming high again - having her entered for the Australian Oaks at Randwick in April. Winning the Derby with Johnny Get Angry was no mean feat; winning an Australian Oaks would be extraordinary. By Mongolian Khan from Envy Me, My Squeeze Louise won at Kyneton

having her fifth race start. Pagan has also won a metropolitan race with Frankie Two Angels. Ridden by Patrick Moloney, My Squeeze Louise started a short-priced favourite, and finished strongly to get up on the line in the 1875m bet365 Protest Promise Maiden Plate. Pagan trains his small team at Flemington. The Kyneton and Hanging Rock Racing Club conducted an eight-event program in fine conditions. Apprentice Alana Kelly took riding honours with a double, aboard outsider Was Written and Jessica Rae. The latter, trained by Grahame Begg, was most impressive in taking out the 1469m BM58 Handicap by just over five lengths. The next race meeting at Kyneton takes place on Friday, March 19.

cricket, footy

Over the next two Sundays the Gisborne District Cricket Association and the Riddell District Football Netball League will be conducting their annual golf days. This Sunday, the GDCA is holding a fourperson Ambrose at the Melton Valley Golf Club. Entries close tomorrow ($200 a team). On Sunday, February 28, the RDFNL holds its big golf day at the Eynesbury Golf Club. Those interested can enter in teams of four, or as individuals. Entry fee is $150 a player. There's also the chance for district businesses to be involved in sponsoring hole-inones. And there's no restriction on bragging rights from either day, as some of the cricketers and footballers around the area show off their golfing talents.

WARTIME GOLF RULES

1. Players are asked to collect bomb and shrapnel splinters to save them causing damage to the moving markers. 2. In competitions, during gunfire or while bombs are falling, players may take cover without penalty for ceasing play. 3. The position of known delayed active bombs are marked by red flags at a reasonable, but not guaranteed, safe distance therefrom. 4. Shrapnel and/or bomb splinters on the fairways, or in bunkers within a club's length of a ball, may be moved without penalty, and no penalty shall be incurred if a ball is thereby caused to move accidentally. 5. A ball moved by enemy action may be replaced, or if lost or destroyed, a ball may be dropped no nearer the hole, without penalty. 6. A ball lying in a crater may be lifted or dropped no nearer the hole without penalty. 7. A player whose stroke is affected by the simultaneous explosion of a bomb may play another ball from the same place. Penalty one stroke. RICHMOND GOLF CLUB SURREY ENGLAND 1940

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Back to the courts

Kyneton Netball Association is looking forward to the 2021 season and welcoming kids back to the courts. The association held its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday February 9 and has announced a new committee for the 2021 season, led by president James Bone and vice-president Nikki Young. "After a difficult 2020, KNA is looking forward to seeing our local kids back on the netball courts contributing to all that is great about our community and enjoying local sport again," Bone said. A registration session will be held on Sunday February 21 from 11am to 1pm at the Kyneton Showgrounds. This date is in conjunction with the Kyneton Football Netball Club launch day, so if you have kids who would like to register for football too, do it all on the one day! A free event will follow the registration and everyone is welcome to go

along, for further information: www. kynetonfnc.com/event/kyneton-tigersclub-day-2021 The teams will play in the Macedon Ranges Netball Association competition at Gisborne Netball Courts on Saturday mornings in term two and three. The 2021 Junior Netball Age Groups (based on year of birth) are as follows: Net Set Go: 2014 - 2015 Under 9s: 2012 - 2013 Under 11s: 2010 - 2011 Under 13s: 2008 - 2009 Under 15s: 2006 - 2007 Under 17s: 2004 - 2005 New uniform orders and pre-loved uniform exchange also available on the above days or contact Josie 0439 743 865. For further information, or if you can't make it and would like to play, email: kna.regsecretary@gmail.com Follow the Kyneton Netball Association's Facebook page to find out more.

Winning combination: (From left) Wally Lloyd (skipper) with Rob Rundle, Ian Pentland and Jo Bayona. Photo: Roger Kozolins

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Milla Beattie and Matilda O’Brien are looking forward to the 2021 netball season. Photo: Tenylle Stringer

Making it happen: Tournament director Graeme Cuthbert, Community Bank senior bank manager Michael O’Gorman, trainee bank officer Matt Richardson, and John Scott - principal of TJ Scott and Son Funeral Directors. Photo: Roger Kozolins

Tournament pays off When the COVID pandemic prevented Romsey Bowling Club holding its annual Grand Final Eve Tournament, it was decided there had to be a replacement. It was decided that a midweek tournament specifically for retirees would be held late in the season, in the hope bowls was allowable with few restrictions. The move proved to be a winner when 48 players (12 teams) from near and far came along on Thursday to support the event.

The very social format was two ends of 15 ends, and an enjoyable lunch, with many of the competing teams indicating they would enter again. "We were more than happy with the response and will be looking to do the same next season,"stated tournament director/club secretary Graeme Cuthbert. "Our midweek bowlers chipped in and the day went smoothly." Special thanks went to the major sponsors - Lancefield and Romsey Community Bank (Bendigo Bank)

Midweek bowls wrap up

Three home and away rounds remain before the semi-finals in this season's Central Highlands midweek bowls. Today's scheduled round has been abandoned due to the COVID pandemic lockdown. There are three divisions in the midweek comp, with Gisborne and Kyneton fighting for the division one double chance behind tearaway leader Romsey. Kyneton is a clear leader in division two, and Woodend leads the way in division three, 10 points clear of Romsey. The majority of bowlers in the midweek comp play in CHBD Saturday pennant; the highest profile player is Ethan Higgins who lines up with South Bendigo as a skipper on Saturdays and plays for his home town Gisborne on Tuesdays. Last week's results were:

DIV. 1: Gisborne 64 d Kyneton 45. A. Higgins 17 drew with T. Kelly 17, E. Higgins 25 d P. Ryan 11, G. Quaife 22 d L. Dymond 17. Romsey 66 d Woodend 39. G. Templar 22 d C. Brett 12, R. Sutherland 21 d T. Sturt 14, G. Cuthbert 23 d M. Dornau 14. Kyneton Golf a bye. Ladder: Romsey 116, Gisborne 87, Kyneton 85, Kyneton Golf 44, Woodend 20. DIV. 2: Kyneton 78 d Gisborne2 38. J. Wels 23 d T. Hedley 13, R. Watson 21 d D. Kelaart 15, M. Bermingham 34 d R. Formica 10. Wallan 55 lost to Lancefield 57. M. Sinnera 24 d S. Holmes 16, B. Collins 13 lost to J. Parks 22, K. Page 18 lost to L. Howlett 19. Trentham 34 lost to Gisborne1 63. P. Love 10 lost to L. Ball 23, M. Hinneberg 12 lost to M. Wilson 20, C. Pevitt

12 lost to R. Kelaart 20. Kilmore 62 d Macedon 51. A. Langdon 17 lost to R. Stapleton 21, L. Hodgson 32 d I. Guymer 12, G. Williams 13 lost to Gayle Hobbs 18. Ladder: Kyneton 116, Gisborne1 99, Lancefield 89, Kilmore 83, Macedon 75, Wallan 59, Trentham 53, Gisborne2 50. DIV. 3: Woodend 43 d Gisborne 29. R. Campbell 20 lost to D. Wesney 21, A. Dornau 23 d T. Hunter 8. Macedon2 37 tied with Kyneton 37. M. Keenan won 31-8, S. Graham lost to M. Magnusson 29. Macedon1 46 d Diggers Rest M. Cameron 25 d W. Debble 9, B. Wasyl 21 d G. Gruber 15. Romsey a bye. Ladder: Woodend 106, Romsey 96, Diggers Rest 88, Gisborne 82, Macedon1 72, Kyneton 65, Macedon2 42, Wallan (withdrawn) 9.

and TJ Scott and Son, Funeral Directors. Their ongoing generosity in assisting so many sporting and community organisations in the area was warmly acknowledged. The tournament winners were the composite visiting combination of Rob Rundle, Ian Pentland, Jo Bayona and Wally Lloyd (s). The sudden imposition of the five-day COVID lockdown meant the annual Richard Buckley Fours Tournament at Kyneton on Sunday had to be called off.

Call-off impact

There were winners and losers in Central Highlands pennant bowls as a result of all matches being abandoned, with points shared, on Saturday. Round 13 did not take place because of the five-day pandemic lockdown. Ladder-leader Lancefield should now retain the double chance in division one, with Kyneton (second) and Kyneton Golf (third) playing each other in the final round. In the top division, only two home and away rounds remain. This Saturday, Lancefield is at home to Romsey (fourth) having won their mid-season clash by 27 shots, and the Tigers go to Diggers Rest in the final round. Kyneton is at home to Gisborne, and cellar-dweller Diggers Rest welcome Kyneton Golf hoping to upset a boilover victory from earlier in the season. Current ladder: Lancefield 152, Kyneton 144, Kyneton Golf 140, Romsey 84, Gisborne 61, Diggers Rest 43. Second division: Trentham 139, Kyneton Golf 113, Gisborne 106, Romsey 103, Woodend 97, Kyneton 83, Macedon 81, Lancefield 46. Third division: Woodend 109, Trentham 109, Gisborne1 95, Diggers Rest 78, Romsey 76, Macedon 68, Gisborne2 41.

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