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Music by Campbells Creek composer and musician Rob Law is in contention for the title of Best Music for a Documentary in the annual Screen Music Australia awards. Eve Lamb
Black Summer fires and from out of my studio window I could see the ominous red skies," said Law who recorded the music at the Campbells Creek sound recording studio of Alex Bennett. "The film is really focused on the emotional impacts of climate change in people, climate grief that people experience, and looks at how we can use that to do something about it," he said. The film has itself collected various prestigious awards while doing the international film festival rounds since its release, and Law said the next step would be making it available online with arrangements about which streaming platform would be used currently being sorted through. The other contenders now in the running for Screen Music Australia's title of Best Music for a Documentary are Chef Antonio’s Recipes for Revolution composed by Cezary Skubiszewski; Playing with Sharks composed by Caitlin Yeo and Quoll Farm composed by Maria Grenfell. All of the talented composers, including Law, will now have to wait until February 22 to find out which soundtrack ultimately clinches the title.
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A music soundtrack written by a Campbells Creek local has been nominated for a Screen Music Australia award. Rob Law composed the music for the documentary film The Magnitude Of All Things, which had its international premiere at the Vancouver International Film Festival in Canada in late 2020. Directed by Canadian Jennifer Abbot, the awardwinning documentary explores psychological themes of climate grief alongside the filmmaker's own personal grief at losing her sister to cancer, and had its Australian premiere at last year's Sydney Film Festival. It launched in Victoria at the Theatre Royal as part of the Castlemaine Documentary Film Festival in December. "These are like the Logies or Grammys for screen and film music composers so I'm very stoked," Law told the Express, after learning the soundtrack he composed had been nominated in the Best Music For A Documentary category. "It's really wonderful to get the nomination alongside
other nominees who I have admired for decades," he said. Law is perhaps best known to many as CEO of the Central Victorian Greenhouse Alliance, a role he is soon to vacate after nine years to focus more of his time on musical composition and on "having a home-dad role" as his wife works full time. But the modest yet talented musician and composer, who concedes he tends to keep his musical activities somewhat close to his chest, has been composing for the past 20 years, with the past decade particularly focused on music for TV and film. "I'm now working on the music for an Adidas commercial," he said. "It's less glamorous but it pays the bills. "Working on The Magnitude of All Things aligned with my other world of working on Climate Change," said Law who made his first foray into composing for full-length screen productions with the 2017 Taylor Steele film Proximity – a portrait of modern surfing. "I worked on The Magnitude of All Things during the
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A lightning strike on a tree during last Wednesday's storms ignited a grassfire at the Upper Coliban Reservoir at Spring Hill on Thursday. Brigades from across the district turned out about 1.30pm to find the fire spreading in strong wind and steep rocky terrain making it difficult for firefighters.
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Reflect on Australia Day – Survival Day
A big thank you to everyone who came along to our Australia Day – Survival Day Celebration in Victory Park last week. Congratulations to the recipients of this year’s Australia Day Awards: Citizen of the Year – Kerry Reid Youth Citizen of the Year – Billy Lister Senior Citizen of the Year – Kelly Skinner Community Event of the Year – Gold Sounds Music Conference.
Diversity at the forefront
In 2019, under the leadership of Dja Dja Wurrung Elders, Council made the decision to formally dual name events held on 26 January as ‘Australia Day – Survival Day’, acknowledging the issue of how celebrations on this day impact First Nations people, and to provide a platform for education and healing through truth-telling. To watch the performances from the day visit youtube.com/c/MountAlexanderShireCouncil.
Don’t forget to apply for a Council grant
Our Community Grants program is now open for anyone with a community-based project, program or initiative. Applications close on Monday 14 February. For those running an event our next round of Events Grants open on Monday 14 February until Monday 7 March. For details visit mountalexander.vic.gov.au/Grants or call 5471 1700.
Book now for business workshops We’re partnering with Business Victoria to help our local business community up-skill, network and get expert advice with a range of free business workshops. The first workshop, Starting Your Small Business, is on Monday 7 February from 6.00pm – 9.00pm and will be conducted online. Learn more at mountalexander.vic.gov.au/BusinessResources.
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A local CFA volunteer dedicated to increasing diversity and investing in our youth has been honoured with an Australian Fire Services Medal. Gill Metz of Riddells Creek Fire Brigade received the honour last week as part of the 2022 Australia Day Honours. Starting her CFA journey 22 years ago, Gill has held many roles throughout her time as a volunteer, including firefighter, secretary and lieutenant. Alongside this, Gill has worked for CFA as a member of staff, as well as working for the Department of Environment Land Water and Planning, holding the roles of assistant chief officer and deputy chief fire officer. Gill has been a fierce driver for change during her time at CFA, advocating for increased youth engagement and increased diversity in brigades. She said the best way for us to adequately engage with our communities was to ensure we were reflective of them. “To work with our communities, we need to reflect our communities,” Gill said. “The capability of an organisation is linked to diversity. “You have to think: ‘can I walk in their shoes? Do I understand their challenges?’
when thinking about your local community. “When working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities, the key is not only understanding how their culture works, but also for them to see themselves reflected in your organisation. You become trusted.” Gill said that when she first joined CFA, her local area was going through a period of rapid growth and this was a driver to invest in young people and increase diversity. “Investing in young people is so important because they truly are our future and bring new skills and outlooks to brigades and the organisation as a whole,” she said. Gill said she was incredibly proud to be nominated for and receive an AFSM. “It’s very humbling to be nominated and I’m very honoured," she said. “For me, it’s a recognition of all the people who continue to challenge the status quo and want to improve the lives of our frontline volunteers and want to improve the culture and efficiency of CFA as an organisation. “I’m extremely grateful for my family, friends and mentors who trusted me, made sacrifices and supported me on this journey, because you can’t do it on your own.”
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Community Satisfaction Survey From late January to March 2022, your household may receive a call from an independent market research agency, National Field Services, who is conducting a community satisfaction survey on behalf of Council. Similar surveys will be undertaken across other Victorian councils in the coming months. The survey is designed to assess Council’s performance across a range of measures and to identify ways to provide improvement or more effective service delivery to residents. We appreciate you taking the time to assist us with your valuable feedback. Please be assured that your details and individual responses are confidential. Only the overall results are shared with Council.
Listening to tomorrow’s leaders today Young people aged 15-25 who live, work or study in the Macedon Ranges are invited to get involved in the recently revamped “Youth Ambassador Program” that includes two innovative initiatives: • Green Means Go gives funding and project support to young people who have a passion project they want to get started, or one they want to keep going
David Gormley-O’Brien has been named Macedon Ranges Citizen of the Year. the Woodend Neighbourhood House and Kyneton Caring Community. It also seeks to improve the energy efficiency of homes of low-income families in order to bring comfort and wellbeing benefits to the occupants. "The majority of MRSG's action groups have soldiered on and adapted throughout the pandemic," David said. He named one of the recent highlights as the teamwork behind safely operating the Woodend Farmers Market. "From the very beginning of the COVID crisis we identified the market as an essential service," he said. "It has helped to ensure food security for the Macedon Ranges, while providing employment and income for those producers." Other highlights include the Vege Action Group's Get to Know Your Grower website launch promoting local farm-gate sales, restaurants and producers, and the Waste Action Group's Wash Against Waste movement. David said MRSG had been a way for the community to come together through shared interests while educating and creating new interest through its work.
• Leaders in the Loop gives young people a seat and a say by bringing young leaders into consultation and decision making loops.
To find out more, register or to pitch your project, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/youth/leadership or call 5422 0333.
Have your say Share your feedback on projects we are currently working on. • Water Play facilities at our pools (closes 24 February) • Hanging Rock Draft Master Plan (closes 28 February) For more information visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay or call 5422 0333.
Employment • Early Childhood Teacher Job (closes 7 February) • Tree Maintenance Worker (closes 7 February) • Engineering Subdivision Liaison Officer (closes 7 February) • Workshop Mechanic (closes 7 February) • Senior Governance Officer (closes 7 February) • Facility and Program Supervisor (closes 7 February) For more information or to apply, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/jobs
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Drivers are urged to take extra care on our roads and be on the lookout for school speed zones, as Victorian students return to the classroom this week. Some school speed zones are permanent, while others operate from 8am to 9.30am, and from 2.30pm to 4pm on weekdays, with reduced speeds of 40km/h or 60km/h in school zones until the end of the school term. Parents of children using bus services are encouraged to talk to their children about practising good hand hygiene, social distancing where they can, and respecting the clearance zone around bus drivers.
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Are you looking to start a small business? Want to understand how to improve your cashflow? Thinking about taking your business online? We are offering three, free, workshops, facilitated by Small Business Victoria and Monarch Institute. • Starting your small business: Tuesday 15 February, 9.30am-12.30pm • Generating cashflow: Tuesday 1 March, 2.30pm-4.30pm • Taking your business online: Thursday 24 March, 2.30pm-4.30pm Bookings are essential. For more information visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/business-events or call 5422 0333.
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David Gormley-O'Brien's passion for sustainability has inspired positive change in the Macedon Ranges. Last week he was honoured as Macedon Ranges Shire Council's Citizen of the Year. David's interest in sustainability grew when he and his partner, Sara, moved to a small Woodend property in 2008 that they transformed to provide a high degree of food self-sufficiency. In 2014, David and friends launched the Woodend Bee-Friendly Society, which David led for the first four years. "The intent was to create a really friendly and inclusive group where people could share their knowledge," he said. The society has since become the second-largest beekeeping group in Victoria. It is part of the Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group, a non-profit organisation promoting sustainable living, of which David is now president. And that group has remained active despite pandemic challenges with a 500-strong membership base. MRSG’s action groups undertook several projects facilitating solar installations on CFA stations in Malmsbury and Newham,
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Inclusivity honoured Kyneton District Soccer Club has been recognised for encouraging active healthy lifestyles in the Macedon Ranges. Macedon Ranges Shire Council has awarded the club a Healthy People and Environment Award as part of this year's Australia Day honours. The inclusive club has about 300 players of all ages and fosters strong community connections. Female players make up 42 per cent of membership, approaching Football Victoria’s aim of a 50/50 gender split by 2027. The club held a Go Girls program aimed youths wishing to try the game without pressure of committing to competition. It is currently working with Sport 4 All toward facilitating an All Abilities Program. Kyneton District Soccer Club was the first regional Victorian club to receive Football Australia's National Club Development Program five-star rating. The club also undertakes a mental health program through Sports Focus and Love Me Love You with Monash University. The program raises awareness in the community of mental health issues. Kyneton District Soccer Club was awarded Football Victoria's Regional Club of the Year for 2021 for its growth and programs.
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Luke Spielvogel founded a campaign to bring respect and recognition to Hanging Rock. Photo: Kim Selby A Newham resident with a strong sense of community has been acknowledged for his contribution in Macedon Ranges Shire Council's Australia Day awards. The council presented Luke Spielvogel with a brand new award this year, the Connecting Communities Award. Passionate about the value and power of community, Luke has been involved in a broad range of organisations, including the Woodend CFA, Newham Landcare and Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group. He founded a campaign to bring respect and recognition to Hanging Rock, which involved more than 6000 residents, attracted millions of dollars in funding, saw Victorian Heritage Registration and even a book Hanging Rock – A History. Luke said Hanging Rock was a special
place deserving protection. "As we seek to manage growth pressures in the Macedon Ranges, I think it's really important we recognise the value of these places beyond just the economic," he said. "It's important to our Indigenous and colonial heritage and environmentally, it's one of last wild places that have yet to be overdeveloped and there was – and is – a danger that it could be spoiled." Luke also founded the community owned not-for-profit Rock and Ranges Brewing Cooperative with the ethos that ‘beer’s better together’. Open to all, the co-op seeks to create social opportunities and build community capacity. Luke and his wife Megan and two local families recently took over the Newham General Store to ensure it continued to provide a
local resource. It has become a vibrant community hub that showcases the region's local produce. Most recently in partnership with the shire council, Luke – who shares three daughters with Megan – has sought to provide a 'sense of place' for local youth with the establishment of Newham Youth Space. "There's a great opportunity living regionally to be the change you want to see," he said, "... to create opportunities for collaboration with often under-resourced organisations like MRSC youth team. "I think creating a sense of place for youth is something we've always struggled with in country towns, and this is a way we can demonstrate that our local youth are valued and just give them a place to hang out with their friends where they belong," he said.
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Right royal and ready... Eve Lamb They may be "newbies" to town but Harcourt's Ruth and Phillip Hay have wasted no time leaping right into the life of the local community. In fact the couple that shifted from Melton in February 2020, have just been crowned this year's Harcourt Applefest royalty. "Do you know anyone who can say no to George?" replied the newly crowned King Phillip, when asked why he and Ruth decided to volunteer for the 30-year-old annual festival's most majestic roles. "And we were also happy to do it, of course, although they won't let me execute anyone," mused the newly crowed monarch as he printed off a copy of his and Queen Ruth's Right Royal duties for the annual fest that's set for March 12 – fingers crossed and COVID willing. "I was chuffed that newbies like us could be considered for the roles," said Queen Ruth noting that their duties include acting as ambassadors for the fest, attending the Harcourt Art Show opening event on Friday March 11, and plenty of regal hobnobbing. "We must mingle," Queen Ruth declared. "But I think the main thing is to bring awareness to those outside the region of what Harcourt has to offer. It's such a valley of produce." Queen Ruth, a recently retired graphic designer and packaging expert who worked on many of the nation's bigname product brands, and King Phillip,
a retired industrial chemist, said that in making their treechange to Harcourt after 38 years of residing at Melton, they had fulfilled a long-held dream. "When we married 44 years ago we always had a dream of a house in the country," Queen Ruth said. "But children and jobs got in the way." The freshly-crowned couple subscribe to the view that newcomers should be on the front foot when it comes to becoming part of their new community, and to practice what they preach, they've already signed on for quite a bit, making contact with the Harcourt Progress Association and joining the Harcourt Bowling Club as social members. Queen Ruth also volunteers through CHIRP as a nordic pole walking instructor while King Phillip has become a Castlemaine Rotarian. While last year's Applefest had to be pared down due to COVID, the event's chairman George Milford said preparations for this year's fest were well advanced. "It's going great guns," he said. "We're anticipating a larger market than we had last year and this time we'll also have alcohol available on the day so you can have a cider, local wine or craft beer. "And the apple pie eating competition will be back, and we'll have live entertainment on stage, and we're also introducing something new, which is prepaid premium produce hampers featuring all the best from the Harcourt Valley, that people will be able to order and pick up on the day."
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Hepburn Shire Council has adopted a new procurement policy to guide how it spends money with suppliers. The policy covers the principles, procedures and processes that apply to the purchase of goods and services, including carrying out works. Council’s chief executive officer Bradley Thomas said the new policy introduced improvements and incorporated objectives of the four-year Council Plan. “Sustainability and the local economy are both central to our Council Plan, and to reflect this we’ve increased the weighting of each of these factors from 5 per cent, up to 7.5 per cent when awarding contracts,” Mr Thomas said. “We’ve also introduced a mandatory new evaluation criterion for social procurement, which aims to help meet wider social objectives." Businesses can register on the council e-tender portal at: hepburn. vic.gov.au/tenders to receive notification of quotes and tenders.
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A fresh face for arts and culture hope to see more activity happening across the region,” he says. “Secondly there are the beautiful cultural hubs all over the shire, including the cultural precinct framed by the Kyneton Town Hall, Mechanics Institute and gorgeous Bluestone Theatre, but opportunities also exist to establish cultural hubs around community halls, creative industry and artists in other towns.” “The final pillar has to do with collections. There are some wonderful collections in council’s keeping at the Kyneton Museum and adorning various council walls. I would like to see these collections travelling as minor exhibitions, within our shire, and I would like to see them more reflective of our diverse population.” Another newcomer to the arts and culture team is Adrian Shand, a Glenlyon resident, who is the new venue technical supervisor. Adrian has worked as a casual technician for Macedon Ranges Shire Council for several years, which means he comes with extensive knowledge of the council’s numerous venues. If people would like to meet Simon and Adrian in person there is an opportunity to do so on Monday February 7 at the AGM of The Friends of the Bluestone Theatre. The meeting, chaired by Eric Dearricott, starts at 7.30pm at the Bluestone Theatre, 28 Hutton Street, Kyneton, and features Simon as guest speaker. To register your interest in attending, call Frances Kelly on 0431 170 290. (To adhere to COVID-safe requirements the meeting will be limited to 30 people, face masks are mandatory and people will be required to register via the QR code or by hand and demonstrate proof of being fully vaccinated.)
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Macedon Ranges Shire Council has appointed a new coordinator of arts and culture. Simon Clarke has over 25 years’ experience in the arts, chiefly focused on community engagement, emerging artists and youth audiences. He has also worked as an actor, dancer, puppeteer and dramatist, and has produced, directed and performed in countless independent theatre shows. Since 2007 Simon has worked as a senior manager in leading companies, most recently as coordinator of festival and events at Darebin City Council and before then as CEO of Westside Circus. With so many setbacks in the arts sector due to the impact of COVID-19 lockdowns during the past two years, Simon steps into the role with council facing many challenges but is determined to revive and extend the previously popular program of arts and events enjoyed by residents and visitors. “Throughout my career, I have witnessed the vital role that art plays in everyday life and how important people’s first experiences with the arts are in forming and shaping their futures," he says. "That’s why I’m committed to delivering quality artistic experiences that are accessible to young people and communities.” Arts and culture has flourished in the Macedon Ranges, and is only set to grow further. Simon says there are three ‘pillars’ of arts activity that he is looking forward to concentrating on with the community and the arts and culture team. “The first pillar is ‘community’. My background has focused on making art accessible and quite often that means taking artistic experiences to where the people are. So, I
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The doors to the historic Guildford Primary School reopened to students yesterday. The reopening of the Campbells Creek Primary School's 'Guildford Campus' has come about after more than two years of campaigning by the Guildford community and thanks to the hard work of Campbells Creek Primary School staff and the wider school community. The community achieved the 'impossible' back in October 2020 successfully lobbying the state government to reopen the beloved Guildford Primary School three years after its closure. The school was scheduled to reopen in early 2021 but unfortunately COVID lockdowns, and delays getting approval from Heritage Victoria for the renovation works needed to bring the school back up to code, pushed back the opening date. With works almost complete, the school was finally ready to welcome back pupils
Monday for the first time since it closed its doors in 2017. Campbells Creek/ Guildford Primary School principal Rosie Critchley said it was a momentous day. "It's been a lot of hard work by many people. The inside of the school is finished. There is still work to do on the outside and the playground but we are in and we were thrilled to welcome our 13 Guildford students on Monday. It's really exciting!" Ms Critchley said. The campus features a prep-grade one class and a grade two-grade five class. The students will visit Campbells Creek Primary School one day a week to connect and interact with other students in the wider school community. "We really hope the Guildford community gets behind the school and continues to support the campus moving forward. Hopefully the campus will continue to grow and thrive into the future with more families moving into the area," Ms Critchley said.
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The Kyneton Municipal Band has proudly nurtured local musicians and represented its community since the late 1850s. In that time, the band has developed a strong tradition of performing at many local events including Daffodil Festival parades, Christmas Carols, Anzac Days, citizenship ceremonies, royal visits and many other events that require stirring music to be played. The band is made up of people ranging in age from eight to 80 years old, all united by a love of music. Bandmaster Hugh Davies said the members of the band came not just from Kyneton, but surrounding districts, with some travelling from as far away as Sunbury just to be part of the band. "Like many other community groups, COVID-19 has affected the band greatly over the past two years, however we are
hoping to have an uninterrupted year this year," Hugh said. "If you or your children have always wanted to learn an instrument and to read music, we would love to welcome you to our band. "We have many brass instruments of all sizes in our store, ranging from cornets to tubas, waiting for someone to play them. "Lessons and instruments can be provided at minimal cost to anyone that is willing to have ago." If you are an experienced brass or percussion player looking to contribute back to the community, the band would love to see you at rehearsals. The band rehearses every Friday night from 7.30-9.30pm at the Red Brick Hall situated in Yaldwyn Street West. Anyone is welcome to go along to watch rehearsal, or to even join in. Enquiries to Hugh Davies on 0418 519 398.
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Andrew Towner has been recognised for his contribution to Macedon Ranges business and tourism. Macedon Ranges Shire Council has awarded him a Business and Tourism Award in this year's local Australia Day awards. Andrew's experience in hospitality and tourism spans more than 35 years and includes his work at Braeside Mt Macedon Country Retreat. He purchased Braeside in 2014 and continues to run the retreat with a small dedicated team and the support of local food producers, wineries, trades and suppliers. Together they have been rewarded with a number one in the Macedon Ranges by Trip Advisor for six years, awarded the 'Best of the Best Award' in 2021, ranking it in the top five per cent of businesses in Australia, Macedon Ranges Business Excellence Awards for Accommodation, Tourism and Visitor Experience, as well as Business of the Year. Andrew is now deputy chair of Tourism Macedon Ranges and also sits on Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s Business and Tourism Communications Group. He understands that a strong and vibrant economy underpins the ongoing success of the Macedon Ranges and recognises the vital role that the visitor economy plays in supporting local businesses and providing jobs. Through his work in the Macedon Ranges Accommodation Association, Andrew has helped support the accommodation sector through the global pandemic, keeping members updated and supported in a constantly changing landscape of restrictions, regulations, lockdowns and re-openings. A member of the Mount Macedon and District Horticultural Society, he is also committed to ensuring the heritage of open gardens on Mount Macedon, and that Hanging Rock is responsibly managed and maintained for generations to come.
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For Christy Lambert every single run has a story and proud moment. The 41-year-old Romsey mother of three has made a triumphant return to the track after rediscovering her passion almost two decades on. Since 2019, Christy has made podium finishes at Gold Rush Trail Run, Two Bays Trail Run and Sri Chinmoy Marathon. She is also the 2021 Lancefield and Woodend Parkrun female record holder. “Every single run has a story behind it that I’m so proud of,” Christy said. “It’s a real journey to get to race day – a lot of blood sweat and tears. I love pushing myself to the absolute limit. I seem to get emotional towards the end of a race knowing that I’ve given everything that I’ve got and it’s the end of all the weeks and months of training that got me to Christy Lambert made a podium finish at the Two that point.” Bays Trail Run. Christy grew up in Kyneton and began training “So one day I did!” she said. “I put my through Little Athletics at age 14 before taking on Senior Athletics in runners on and went for a run – I felt free and at peace with myself. South Bendigo. “When you love something so much By the time she was 15, she wanted to you don’t need much motivation.” improve her strength and began training Christy’s friend Erin Hansford introwith Pam Ryan. From a young age she duced her to the Macedon Ranges Runwas competing at a state and national ning Club. level. She returned to competition running But Christy put running on pause after with Run the Rock in 2019 where she graduating high school. finished second. There have been many “When I finished high school and more since. started university I really struggled and Now her training makes up about lost my way,” she said. 85kms each week including MRRC runs, “I dropped out of uni and started workTuesday Track Club and her own long ing in a horse racing stable – I took 12 trails. months off from running and found that I Christy said she felt “so lucky” to have really missed it, and the training and my her parents, husband and children cheercoach.” ing her on. Christy returned to training for six “I’m truly grateful for all the people who months before learning she was pregnant have come into my life because of running with her son. and have even more gratitude and ap“I did try to go back to training,” she preciation for all the volunteers/ marshals recalled. who make all the events possible,” she “I had a wonderful family, friends and said. coach support me but I felt guilty for leav“I joke around often with my running ing my son with them so that I could run family on how lucky we are to see, feel, – so I stopped.” hear and experience so many beautiful Some years later Christy married things, that when we are all old living in a Trevor, a passionate golfer, and their famnursing home we will be able to look back ily grew with two more children. and know that we truly lived and didn’t Christy said she watched Trevor enjoy waste our lives.” golf and craved hitting the track again.
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There's never a dull moment in the life of a fire spotter says Mount Macedon 'towery' Graeme Wilson. Toweries are always watching something. Even when there's not much happening on the ground, clouds and wind and birds – nature's signs of impending weather events – keep it interesting. "There's a team of eagles out here and they've always got a new chick each year and they're the most beautiful birds to watch," Graeme says. "Then there's the swift, it's like a swallow on steroids, it's a much bigger bird, much faster, and it eats insects. "When you've got a change coming through, it forces the insects ahead of the front and these birds fly up and down the front feeding on the insects, so when you see that you know you're going to have a weather change and probably a storm. "If you go up in the morning and see one or two swifts, that's okay, but when you get 100 or 200, that's a serious storm coming." Graeme says he often calls the office to say "we've got a storm coming today", only to be told there's no storm forecast. "Later on in the day the storm arrives and it's 'oh you were right, how'd you know?'" he says. "A little bird told me!" Aged 83, Graeme climbs a 100-foottall ladder every day, which helps to keep him fit. He has been a spotter for the Department of Environment Land Water and Planning for 16 years and has been stationed on the mount for the past six years.
While he has spotted major fire events at previous postings, Graeme is pleased to report he is yet to spot one from Mount Macedon. In the meantime, he has become known locally for his well-spoken radio voice and his "good night" sign off in the evenings. "If you speak with a clear voice over radio, everyone knows what you've said the first time and you don't have to keep repeating it," he explains. The former light aircraft pilot was also a parachutist while in the Army for 10 years (clearly not afraid of heights!), so he has a keen interest in military history and aviation. "During WWII, the fire towers were used as air spotters as well," he says. "The Royal Australian Air Force Auxiliary volunteers would spot aircraft going back and forth and they were all recorded. "During the war, a Japanese aircraft flew over Melbourne. It was launched from a submarine in Bass Strait and flew over Melbourne and had a good look around. "That same submarine was spotted from the Mount Raymond fire tower." While most of the time the job entails spotting and assessing plumes of smoke, Graeme says toweries also often spot questionable activity of people completely unaware there's a set of eyes above them looking down. "It's funny that people never look up," he says. "In the Army we always used to say if you want to hide from someone, climb a tree, they never look up." If you're ever on the mountain, do look up and give Graeme a wave and a wellspoken shout hello!
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A marriage proposal with a difference unfolded at Hanging Rock races on Australia Day. The first race on the seven-event program was officially the ‘Will you marry me Renate Maiden Plate’ over 1600m. And the first Newham resident Renate Danebergs knew she was suddenly centre stage was when the course race caller read the race name out as the field was entering the starting stalls! “I didn’t have a clue,” Renate said when asked did she have any inkling this was planned. Instigator of the unforgettable proposal which produced a "yes" response, confirmed over the course public address system in after-race wrap-up was David Kelso, the long-term partner of Renate. Originally from West Brunswick, they both work for Victoria Police at headquarters in Melbourne, and decided on a treechange move to live in the Macedon Ranges just over five years ago. They looked at various possible locations and are extremely happy to have settled on five acres within walking distance of the famous Hanging Rock. Flexible options of road and rail (from Woodend) transportation suits them fine, and both are thrilled to be part of Mace-
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Willow W illow m meets eets h her er iidol dol Harcourt tennis player Willow Kelly was thrilled to be selected for a once-in-a-lifetime experience when she stepped onto Rod Laver Arena for the pre-match ANZ Coin Toss at the Australian Open 2022. Willow, 11, was elated to flip the ANZ Commemorative Coin to commence the round four match between Australia's Ash Barty and American Amanda Anisimova on Sunday January 23. Willow, a talented young tennis player in her own right who plays A Grade tennis for Harcourt in the Marong Association and Junior A Grade tennis in the Bendigo competition, said it was an incredible experience. "I just got given a date and time and as the day got closer we realised there were only three matches to be played that evening and Ash's was one of them!" Willow said. "When I found out I was doing the coin toss for Ash and Amanda's match I couldn't believe it! I was worried I was going to muck it up but I did okay." Unfortunately, Willow's idol Barty didn't win the toss but she did go on to win the match. "They were both lovely. Ash said 'hello' and gave me a fist bump," she said. Willow got to keep the commemorative coin as a souvenir of her experience and had the chance to enjoy the first set of the match from the side of the court. "It was unbelievable to be that close to the action," she said. The 2022 ANZ Commemorative Coin features Australian tennis legend Margaret Molesworth (1894-1985) who won the inaugural women’s singles title at the Australasian Championships 100 years ago in 1922, and successfully defended her title the following year. Recognised as one of the top 10 players in the world at the time, Molesworth also became one of the first women to coach tennis professionally in Australia following her retirement from competition. The commemorative coins gifted to the 2022 ANZ Coin Crew feature an image of Molesworth engraved on the ‘heads’ side of the coin, and a tennis ball alongside the ANZ logo on the ‘tails’ side. Willow is among 150 lucky youngsters given the opportunity to flip the coin at the grand slam. This year marks the fifth year of the ANZ Commemorative Coin – with previous years featuring newly named Australian of the Year Dylan Alcott, Rod Laver, Evonne Goolagong Cawley, Kerry Melville Reid and Judy Tegart Dalton.
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As the hot weather continues, RSPCA Victoria is issuing an urgent reminder to all pet owners to ensure they provide plentiful water and adequate shelter for pets. Last year RSPCA Victoria’s Inspectorate received 3657 cruelty reports relating to lack of water or shelter. RSPCA Victoria advises keeping animals out of the sun, especially between the peak sun hours of 10am and 2pm and leaving small animals indoors. Animals housed indoors should have well-ventilated facilities with plenty of water and space for all animals to lie down. Large animals and others that live outdoors need access to proper shade and multiple water sources and must never be tethered. Provide water containers in different positions and ensure they can’t be tipped over. RSPCA Victoria advises exercising pets during the coolest part of the day and speaking to a veterinarian about whether pets require sunscreen. Remember to remove heavy rugs from horses and ensure they have access to shaded areas, in the form
of permanent structures, temporary shading or, large trees with dense overhang. Heatstroke is a state of hyperthermia and occurs when heat generation exceeds the body’s ability to lose heat. Heatstroke is a very serious condition that can lead to multiple organ failure and animals can die quickly if not treated. RSPCA Victoria advises pet owners to be aware of signs of heat stroke exhibited by pets and intervene where necessary to help them cool down.Signs of heat stroke are: excessive panting, drooling, agitated behaviour, dizziness, and increased heart rate. Heat stroke is an emergency and veterinary help should be sought as soon as possible if suspected. Initial emergency treatment at home should aim to normalise body temperature. Try to apply or spray tepid/cool water onto the animal’s fur/skin and fan the wet fur/skin. Do not use ice-cold water or ice as this may exacerbate the problem. Anyone who has concerns for the welfare of an animal is encouraged to contact RSPCA Victoria on 9224 2222.
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Cleanup continues
Heavy rain on Friday evening saw the Pyrenees Highway at McKenzie Hill inundated with water. Photo: Castlemaine SES Lisa Dennis The cleanup continues across Castlemaine, Gisborne and surrounding districts after storms ravaged the region late Friday. Castlemaine was particularly hard hit with Castlemaine IGA in Barker Street forced to close its doors on Friday afternoon as heavy rains caused the supermarket and adjoining liquor store to flood. The bottle shop was able to reopen after a quick clean up but the supermarket did not reopen until Saturday. Castlemaine's Bridge Hotel and Das Kaffeehaus at The Mill also reported flood damage and the nearby Sunken Oval was temporarily transformed into a lake. Various other businesses and homes were also impacted by the deluge with residents across Castlemaine and Campbells Creek reporting rainfall from 75mm to 90mm over the 24-hour period. Castlemaine SES deputy controller Daniel Bone said they attended 41 call outs in response to Friday night's rain event. "We had two calls to people trapped in cars in floodwater at Muckleford and in Gingell Street Castlemaine. Fortunately we were able to rescue both without too much difficulty as the waters receded almost as quickly as they rose," he said. "It serves as a warning not to drive through floodwater, its extremely dangerous. Unfortunately, some drivers were caught off guard as rising waters covered roads across much of the township," he said. "We also attended call outs to the Castlemaine IGA in Barker Street, Castle-
maine Library, the Magistrates Court, several council buildings, an aged care facility and the newsagents," he said. "In addition we assisted at properties inundated by floodwaters. One Castlemaine family with young children had to be re-homed with council providing emergency accommodation after their house was inundated with floodwater. "Forest Fire Management Victoria sent down two crews from Bendigo to assist with sandbagging. They were extremely helpful. "We also had an SES unit from Marong, which specialises in swift water rescue, respond to the call outs to the vehicle incidents. Fortunately they were not needed but they stayed on to help answering flood calls and checking roads and creeks to ensure the water was receding before they returned home. "We also had assistance from CFA staff and lots of offers from help from local units and support from Victoria Police." Mr Bone said the clean up continued on Saturday with SES members on the ground from 8am to 10pm answering a further eight call outs. "They were big jobs with lots of clean up and trees down. Powercor were of great assistance on Saturday," he said. Mr Bone said while it was a busy night for SES personnel it was great to see community members and neighbours banding together to support each other. "This was evident right across the area but particularly in Watson Street, Winters Flat where neighbours gathered to sandbag and divert the waters to protect homes. It was great to see that community spirit is alive and well," he said.
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Simply spectacular Fuchsias will, of course, also be on display and for sale during the show. Once seen tucked away in nearly every garden, fuchsias are not so common these days but their colourful beauty and form as kept them popular with keen gardeners. Jesse and Peter's plants are all in pots or hanging baskets so can be purchased and easily placed in the ideal spot around your garden. They can be put into the ground but if container-held they are easier to manage. Begonias and fuchsias like shade and tuberous begonias can be brought inside during the day and taken outside at night to let a cool breeze waft over them. That's what they like. With your purchases, Jesse and Peter will provide you with maintenance notes and you can tune in to a YouTube video called Tuberous Begonia Maintenance Tips. It's online at www.whitehousenursery.com.au/tuberous-begonias There will be hundreds of begonias and fuchsias on sale and on display on the show opening days and given that it runs until Mother's Day, it should provide an answer to a few gift-giving dilemmas. (For the nursery location and contact details, see advertisement on page 9)
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During the lockdowns of 2021, Lorena embraced cooking outdoors and particularly cooking over charcoal, holding a number of casual open-air lunches on the streets of Brunswick. She’ll be bringing this flair for the great-outdoors to Lyons Will Estate in February, with a mouthwatering menu planned, cooked over coals and served among the vines. “A lot of cooking is behind closed doors, and so I enjoy the fact that people can see what I do. And I think that one of the best ways to experience Sicilian food is alongside charcoal, flame and smoke. It enhances the flavours,” Lorena explained. Winemakers and vignerons Oliver Rapson and Renata Morello are committed to growing and making premium cool-climate wine from the varietals pinot noir, chardonnay, riesling and gamay. Renata and Ollie are driven every day by the satisfaction that comes with sharing the fruits of their labour with friends, family and customers. And what better way to present their wines than accompanied by beautiful food. Lorena Corso will be holding lunches at Lyons Will Estate on February 5, 6, 19 and 20. First seating at 11.30am. $65 per person for six small courses, matched to a tasting flight of Lyons Will Estate wine (including a number of sold out wines). Bookings via lyonswillestate.com.au/events
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Plants that grow well in our climate, thrive in the shade and give a garden masses of gorgeous colour are just about what every local gardener would put on their 'must have' wish list. But you can get such plants away from being just a wish and into the garden with a magnificent display of tuberous begonias and fuchsias. They are among the most spectacular of plants, as you will find with a visit to The Tuberous Begonia Garden in Ashbourne when two super green thumbs, Peter and Jesse, hold The Tuberous Begonia and Fuchsia Show every weekend beginning February 5 and 6 right through until Mother's Day on May 8. The nursery, which is not usually open to the public, is the pair's hobby, pastime, business and passion. Jesse says that Peter has adopted tuberous begonias as his speciality for most of his working life. "Peter grows the most beautiful begonias," Jesse says. And because they each have their own DNA, they don't come with specific names, so this you can do yourself to make the plant truly one of a kind.
Sicilian-born chef Lorena Corso will be joining Lyons Will Estate at Lancefield for a series of pop-up lunches next month. Meant as a food and wine experience, the lunches are inspired by the down to earth culinary experiences of Sicily and southern Italy where locally sourced produce is served alongside wine tastings. Lorena will be cooking six small shared plates of Sicilian style food, which will be matched to a tasting flight of Lyons Will wine. “Ultimately our passion for wine comes from how it is married to food. Be it with friends or family, our values are firmly centered around the table and not many places do it better than Sicily,” Renata Morello of Lyons Will Estate said. “Of course Renata’s southern Italian heritage also plays a significant role in how we see our wines and food coming together,” added Lyons Will Estate’s Oliver Rapson. Lorena Corso, of Napier Quarter, first crossed paths with Lyons Will Estate in the autumn of 2021 when she created a spectacular long lunch celebrating the food of her Sicilian heritage for 30 lucky participants. Lorena was born and bred in Sicily and arrived in Australia in 2017 after nine years working in diverse venues across London (though without any formal experience as a chef when she started). In Melbourne she worked under Scott Pickett at Estelle in Northcote and at Anchovy in Richmond before moving to Napier Quarter in the quiet back streets of Fitzroy. She loves cooking simple, fresh food from her homeland, foods that spark memories of eating with her family.
Maldon Artist Network is holding its Maldon Portrait Prize in 2022. This year's theme is 'I Be Human'. Entries for this year's prize closed on January 17 and once again some incredible works will be featured from artists in the Mount Alexander Shire and beyond. MANet encourage a range of entries, diverse both culturally and professionally, many trained and experienced, others newcomers and amateurs. A magnet for locals, regionals and tourists, the Portrait Prize exhibitions will be
richly varied. The Painting, Drawing and Mixed Media Finalists Exhibition will take place from February 5-13. The Photography Finalists Exhibition will follow from February 19-27. The exhibitions will take place at Edge Galleries 35-37 Main Street Maldon and will be open from 10am-4pm. An 'I Be Human' online exhibition and People’s Choice Award audience voting will take place from March 15 – June 15, 2022. Keep an eye out for details at www. maldonartistnetwork.org.au
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Motoring All motors great and small We’re on our bikes
While cycling in the city dropped off in the past couple of years due to workingfrom-home arrangements, bike use outside the city doubled compared to prepandemic numbers, according to We Ride Australia. The surge in bike riding was not limited to just Victoria. A 2021 study from We Ride Australia showed that 1.7 million bikes were purchased across the nation in 2020, with a further 4.1 million Australian adults spending money on cycling-related goods and services. According to We Ride, exercise and fitness was the most common reason to ride a bike at 82 per cent, while 41 per cent used their bike as their main mode of transport for work, school or shopping. In addition to the health and convenience benefits, the raw numbers for what cycling does for the economy cannot be underestimated. We Ride Australia found that cycling’s direct industry output as part of the Australian economy was $6.3 billion in 2020, supporting 34,295 full-time jobs.
The McDaniel family, Rod, Peta and their two daughters, moved to the Macedon Ranges seven years ago and just over one year ago officially took over as the new names behind an icon in Kyneton's Market Street – Hunters Motors, Mowers, Offroad and Outdoors. Rod is a dual-trade qualified car and diesel mechanic with more than 20 years of experience and is delighted to be applying his know-how to keep vehicles from Kyneton and surrounds running in tip-top condition. But vehicle engines aren't all that is taken care of at Hunters. They specialise in servicing all vehicles no matter what the make or model and right now, Rod and his team are reminding people that air conditioning is one thing that you don't want to be without in your car right now. Get it serviced so you're not stuck without it on a really hot day. If your car's air con has not been serviced for a couple of years, book it in to get it done now. They should be serviced every onetwo years to keep them working well. Hunters Motors, Mowers, Offroad and Outdoors also sells and repairs tyres and can give you a quote on the best tyres to suit your vehicle. Power equipment is also sold and serviced at Hunters. From chainsaws to whipper-snippers, everything you need to keep your property in good order is available here. Mower servicing and sales are other specialities of Hunters and they offer a lot of extras such as the pick-up and delivery of push and ride-on mowers. How easy does that make getting that mower going well?
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6. In what decade were the chocolate confection Jaffas first released? 7. Mount Buffalo is in which Australian state or territory? 8. The four original flavours of Aussie ice block Sunny Boy were: Orange Explosion, Razz Raspberry, Zap Lime, and what other? 9. What lead do the following films have in common: Sabrina, Funny Face and Roman Holiday?
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The draft Hanging Rock Precinct Master Plan is a Trojan horse. The new entry, the principles and guidelines, and setting culture, landscapes, environmental conservation and the specialness of the place as 'core'/'hero' values – all good. Not so the open-ended touristy rest, with the Rock precinct promoted more as an events venue than a stunning, natural, peaceful space. Seems the Rock precinct has to make a profit, but how it will do that is poorly defined and lacks limits. Events spaces are huge. The concert area has a permanent stage surrounded by large areas ambiguously shown within dotted lines (the same areas proposed for commercialisation in 2013). The racecourse is for events too. Racing supposedly continues on two days but the rails are removed the rest of the time, with structures upgraded for non-racing events while the plan’s new main entry road twice cuts the track. The fishing platform stays but the cricket oval (and club) goes. Well, so much for ‘conservation’ of post-contact heritage and supporting the local community! Language is problematic: if 'Reserve' and 'Precinct' mean different things, the plan has concerning gaps. Visitations are split into nature-based v events and gatherings categories, with a conflict between restricting visitor numbers while also promoting events. What are the maximum numbers? What additional events infrastructure is envisaged? Why does the café need a bar, retail, and takeaway? The good comes with the unknown. This type of uncertainty undermines community confidence. Is the Master Plan simply a reprise of the 2013 proposal to privatise and commercialise? It looks prettier, but what’s not said makes it difficult to support. Intentions must be made crystal clear, non-passive activities defined and limited, and the local community included as a stakeholder in all things Hanging Rock. Comments close February 28. Check DELWP’s Engage website.
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John Lewis, Elphinstone Trevor Scott (Not welcome here, Opinions, January 25) very effectively rang the alarm bells about the second Gold Rush engulfing the state, explaining why the bells should be ringing for everybody living in central Victoria. Apart from the catastrophic damage caused by modern industrial gold mining, it is crucial to understand that gold miners never clean up the mess they make – and the present Victorian Government will not make them, no matter what. It’s also crucial to know what this Gold Rush looks like. Don’t think of the old tourist mines at the Central Deborah in Bendigo and Sovereign Hill, or the Garfield Wheel near Chewton – or even those old workings in paddocks as you drive by. Don’t think of quaint, picturesque, even heroic images of 19th century mining. Modern mining is on a gigantic scale: it occupies the landscape in almost every way, as well as impoverishing it. Where to look? Ask Dr Google. Search for the vast underground (note ‘underground’) gold mines at Cobar and Cadia and look at the pictures. Better still and closer to home, type ‘Fosterville’ into Google maps, click on satellite view, then zoom into the massive mine now boasted of as the richest gold mine in the world. Now just imagine THAT running from Maldon to Muckleford, or from Chewton to Fryerstown, or Taradale to Malmsbury.
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Have your doubts? Just Google ‘Victoria Gold Mining & Exploration Forum’ (Melbourne, Feb 23) and check out what they’ll be telling each other about their plans for Victoria this year and how many billions of dollars worth of gold they mean to dig up. You won’t be able to ring that alarm bell quick enough.
We deserve better John Herron, Riddells Creek How good is it as life takes on a semblance of normality after two years for sports enthusiasts around the Ranges. Summer comps have started, racquets in hand and donning the whites (if that is your passion) is a joy, especially for the young. While we often sweat in the sub-standard facilities around the area, most are acutely aware when we play in adjacent LGAs or electorates of the exuberant, even lavish, facilities that abound, especially in Sunbury, Wallan and Bacchus. Enter the proposed Macedon Ranges Regional Sports Precinct. Those familiar with the New Gisborne site will note the shaky noticeboard, long grass and no activity. However, the site will not slip further into an abyss, with tumbleweeds blowing towards Baringo and the deserted saloon doors flapping in the breeze. For this is an election year and undoubtedly the trigger for activity for the sake of appearances. Let us park the issue of whether the precinct is fit for purpose. meets the needs of locals or was subject to transparent consultation for the moment. A red flag is a local sporting facility that is project managed by MRSC and funded by the state government, a relative ‘cocktail of incompetence’ waiting to be served. I say this from experience from two perspectives. Firstly – and for example – playing tennis at Riddells Creek, the cocktail was served when the courts were expanded. The light towers were built 5m too short, blinding players at night and defeating their purpose. This is not isolated. Secondly, when working in the Ranges on transport infrastructure about 15 years ago, I fielded a call from a local politician’s spin doctor, wanting me to spend additional funds in the area. I explained that millions had already been expended and I had other regional priorities, such as Geelong. The spin doctor was persistent but when I asked for the request in writing, the call was terminated. It was an election year. This approach always delivers sub-optimal outcomes, frequently wasting millions. We deserve better.
Ban it forever Marguerite Cordell, Lancefield Once again we fight to have duck shooting banned forever. It is so sad that for so many years, so many people have been and still are against this cruel pastime. It is not sport, it does nothing but cause such grief to many birds. When will the government realise that the majority of the public want duck shooting banned. Without various wildlife we are doomed. They all play a role in keeping the environment enriched and sustained. For instance look at the reduction of insects. Now is the time to stop it otherwise we will end up with no ducks.
Hypocrisy Keith Williams, Gisborne The Midland Express's anti duck hunting agenda is wearing thin. Your articles are littered with half-truths, cherry picked statistics and hypocrisy. For instance, your article 'Ten grand catch!' is hypocrisy! The fisherman is proudly holding a $10k cheque that he received for catching a tagged cod, which he took home to eat. It is directly above an
advertisement saying, 'It’s time to ban cruel duck shooting as other states have done'. What is the difference between catching a fish and shooting a duck to eat? The article 'First Nations clans join call for ceasefire'. I’m sure many Indigenous people still have a deep-seated connection with hunting and animals much the same as myself being from a European background. Duck hunting is an important part of many people’s heritage and culture, which has been passed down for generations. Even though the duck season has been banned in NSW, they still hunt ducks under a crop protection permit system. It is an important tool in managing duck numbers, in turn protecting our nation’s food security. Duck hunting has only a minuscule impact on duck numbers, compared to drought and government water management (or mismanagement). How about a bit of balance Midland Express. How about recognising hunters and Field and Game Australia, without which many of the wetlands would have been destroyed for agriculture if it had not been for the foresight of hunters/conservationists by lobbying for a shooters licence system (1959). That provided funds for game and wildlife management and the establishment of game reserves, which many people enjoy to this day, not just hunters. In 2006 groups undertook works in the Heart Morass State Game Reserve including; revegetation, water quality management, track maintenance, flora and fauna monitoring and pest plant and animal control, changing it from a wasteland to a magnificent wetland. Partners in this project; Bug Blitz, FGA, Watermark Australia and the West Gippsland catchment management authority. These efforts by various user groups and government agencies on numerous such projects are paramount for the long-term survival of our unique waterways.
End it once and for all Lisa Palma, CEO, Wildlife Victoria Here we are again, the start of a new year, and Victorians who care about the future of our precious native ducks are weary and sad.Wildlife Victoria does not condone the killing and maiming of native waterbirds. You would have thought that by now, the ‘sport’ of duck shooting would be off the calendar in Victoria. Western Australia, NSW and Queensland have all outlawed duck shooting and we should too. But no. Here we are waiting for an imminent announcement from Victoria’s Game Management Authority to inform us how long duck shooting season will be this year, and what the bag limits are for 2022. A recent East Australian waterbird survey found 48 per cent of wetlands surveyed had no waterbirds and ‘game’ ducks are down by more than half (58 per cent) on 2020 and are at just 25 per cent of the long-term average. We know there are significant declines in our precious native duck species. We know that shooters often can’t tell one duck species from another, and we know that five out of eight 'game' species are in significant long-term decline. As the CEO of the wildlife welfare organisation that led last year’s in-field duck triage facility, I can tell you from personal experience that too many ducks are fatally injured or maimed and then left to suffer a long slow death. On behalf of these beautiful animals, Wildlife Victoria and its supporters implore the Victorian Government to end duck shooting season once and for all. Every year Wildlife Victoria’s Emergency Response Service receives calls from thousands of concerned people who care about sick, injured and orphaned native waterbirds. There is a community expectation that our native species are treated with respect and dignity and are not deliberately harmed.
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Dear resident, We are writing today to inform you of a new community coming soon to Gisborne, on Ross Watt Road, which our team at ID_Land will be delivering in the coming years. We wish to be as open and transparent as possible throughout the planning process, which is why we wish to share with you this update on what you can expect. The site, which has been zoned for residential use since 2009, will house up to 800 homes across its 86 hectares and will help address the significant undersupply of new housing opportunities in Gisborne. A mix of lot sizes will allow us to cater to the diverse range of buyers that we have seen across our other Gisborne community, Willow, including: young home buyers who have grown up in the Macedon Ranges Shire and want to remain close to family and friends, local families who desire a larger lot which they can grow into, and tree-changers who have left the Metropolitan area and embraced the Macedon lifestyle, who have chosen to call Willow home since its launch in 2019. We look forward to continuing to cater to these groups and more. We will bring the same high standards we have brought, and continue to deliver, at Willow. Works across our new community will include the delivery of road and intersection upgrades outside the site on Ross Watt Road, Cherry Lane, Swinburne Avenue and Station Road, over 22 hectares of public open space (including parks and wetlands), bicycle networks, retention of the significant trees that already exist on-site, and community infrastructure including a proposed new childcare centre and local convenience centre. To date, our journey at Willow has reiterated to us again and again how much Gisborne locals love their local community – in fact, more than half of all buyers at Willow so far are already Macedon Ranges locals. Pending planning approval, sales will launch in late-2022 with civil works expected to commence on the site in early-2023. We appreciate your time, and if you would like more information, please contact info@idland.com.au, or register for more updates at rosswattroad.idland.com.au.
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Australia faces a major sovereign capability gap in the production of timber house frames by 2035 – further signalling how crucial it is for the federal and state governments to deliver policies to urgently drive new production tree plantings according to Master Builders Australia and Australian Forest Products Association A landmark new report by the two groups shows Australia is headed towards a major cliff in timber framing production, concluding we will be 250,000 house frames short by 2035 – the equivalent of the cities of Newcastle and Geelong combined. CEO of Master Builders Australia Denita Wawn said supply of quality Australian timber for new homes and buildings was critical for the national construction sector. "This analysis is a wake-up call for decision makers to act now to avoid a construction industry crisis in the next decade. It’s in Australia’s national interest to secure our local timber supply by ensuring our timber plantation stock can meet future housing demand," Ms Wawn said. "The housing construction industry is the engine room of the Australian economy and it needs a consistent,
reliable domestic timber supply. As the timber shortages of the past 18 or so months have shown, we cannot rely on imports to fill the gap when we have increased construction activity – we need to act now, " she said. The state-by-state analysis reveals just how many house frames short of demand Australia will be by 2035. Victoria will be a city the size of Geelong short, NSW will be Wagga Wagga and Tamworth short, Queensland will be a city the size of Cairns short, South Australia a Mount Gambier short, WA a Bunbury short, Tasmania a city the size of Kingston short, the NT a town the size of Tennant Creek short and the ACT a suburb the size of Kambah. Chief Executive Officer of AFPA Ross Hampton said this report shows that state and federal governments need to seriously tackle the policies which will drive forward new plantings of the right types of trees at the right scale and in the right places. "Australian governments need to work together on a national plan that delivers an immediate increase in our plantation estate to ensure Australia can meet its future housing construction needs. Future generations of Aussie homeowners are counting on it," Mr Hampton said.
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One of country Victoria’s most recognisable properties, Wiskmere Hall offers spectacular views across its 4 acres (approx) of parklike garden, boasting over 250m of prime Campaspe River frontage while being a short walk to historic Piper Street. An impressive property of grand proportions with Gothic revival influences, featuring quality craftsmanship and superb attention to detail. Taking full advantage of its North-Easterly orientation, the rooms are light filled and airy, with every inch of the extraordinary roof line utilised. Comprising five bedrooms, three bathrooms and multiple living areas, the floorplan is versatile, with the centrepiece being the central lounge with fireplace and double height ceiling leading to the magnificent alfresco garden room. A rare opportunity to secure a unique, landmark property in a prime location.
Online Auction Inspect Land Price Tom May Leanne Pearman Woodend
Wednesday 23 February 5.00pm As advertised or by appointment 1.62 ha approx Contact Agent 0413 996 185 0400 947 799 5427 2800
Lot 3, 1 Markham Road Riddells Creek
Arareopportunitytobuildyourowngranddesignonqualityrural landofthe1.58hectares/3.9acreswhichoffersthelifestylebenefits of country living yet walking distance to pretty much all of Riddells Creek town amenities. With planning approval in place and power and town water are at the property, the generous building allotment provides an excellent opportunity to capture the district views. Excellent shelter surrounding the property of mature, predominately European trees which also provide privacy. An easy commute to Melbourne, 45 minutes by the V/Line service or less by car. Zoning is Rural Living Schedule 3. Pleasedonotinspectthepropertywithoutanagentinattendance, fence is electrified.
Thursday 17 February 5.00pm As advertised or by appointment 1.58 ha approx Contact Agent 0413 996 185 0400 947 799 5427 2800
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Online Auction Inspect Land Price Tom May Leanne Pearman Woodend
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Ideal place to begin
Welcome home to a relaxed country lifestyle on an impressive corner allotment within a easy short drive to Kyneton's cosmopolitan and thriving township. This lovely well presented family home comprises three spacious bedrooms, all with built-in robes and study. There is an excellent floor plan offering L-shaped lounge and dining, galley style kitchen with plenty of bench space, cupboards and quality appliances. Adjacent to the kitchen is an open plan meals family room with a view to the outdoor entertainment areas and gardens. Other features include a split system, wood heater, spacious laundry, enclosed sunroom, huge pergola with bar, double carport, huge garage/work shop, feed room, stables, drinkable bore water, two water tanks, and more ... Perfectly located on a corner allotment offering easy truck access and ideal for those working from home. This property is priced well and inspection is highly recommended. Call the selling agent now!
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Three spacious bedrooms plus study 964 Kyneton/Metcalfe Road, Greenhill Contact agent Raine & Horne Dean Clements / 5422 2678 / 0413 870 656 dean.clements@gisborne.rh.com.au
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for sale Huntingdon c1867 24 Gaulton Street, Castlemaine On a level allotment of approx. 999sqm and within walking distance to the retail and restaurants of Castlemaine, “Huntingdon” consists of a formal lounge with the original fireplace, formal lounge, country style kitchen, two bedrooms with built-in robes, main with french doors leading to the front verandah plus a study/home office.
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12 Lawrence Street, Castlemaine One house; two titles, on a quarter acre corner block. Renovated 1950s, three bedroom property consisting of living room, kitchen with lots of benchtops, central modern bathroom, laundry and second toilet. Outside there’s a double garage/shed, single carport and woodshed. Close to town, in a quiet location, this is one not to miss.
50’s Classic 29 North Street, Castlemaine 1950s brick home featuring an expansive livingdining area with period features, kitchen with original cabinetry, gas cooktop and electric oven. Two large bedrooms with built-in robes, a third smaller bedroom and a study/sunroom. Outside is a large garage/workshop and the north-facing rear yard also offers a carport and storage shed/studio.
$1.2-$1.3M View By Appointment Contact Tom Robertson 0473 642 644
$685,000 View Saturday 5th Feb 11:45-12:15pm Contact Tom Robertson 0473 642 644
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Over the Creek 3 Princess Street, Campbells Creek Set between Campbells Creek and Castlemaine overlooking the creek, this level Township zoned, North facing, elevated building block on 750sqm is fenced and with all services at the boundary; a perfect spot for any home, especially those looking for the eco-benefits of maximum solar gain.
$295,000 View By Appointment Contact Nick Haslam 0422 848 662
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275 Barker Street, Castlemaine
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Space and tranquility
Between Castlemaine and Maldon with pasture with paddocks and woodlands, plus a very large dam that is in the foreground and a view from the front verandah, this rustic and spacious mudbrick home is a traditional ranch style build with verandahs. It has two living areas, four or five bedrooms, a central kitchen and two bathrooms. There is a detached four
room brick studio perfect for a work from home space or further conversion. Outbuildings include a four bay carport, and to substantial workshops (50'x25' and 25'x45' approx.) with concrete floors and power. Enjoy space and room for your country pursuits. This property is11km from Castlemaine or Maldon, and just 10km from the Calder freeway.
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Mud-brick home, studio, multiple workshops and 17 acres 138 Chaplins Road, Walmer $975,000 Waller Realty 5470 5811
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Castlemaine
$725,000
8 Odgers Road SUPER SPACIOUS 70s WITH VIEWS, NEARBY THE BOTANICAL GARDENS
4A2B 2C
Positioned with the Botanical Gardens as your borrowed landscape and neighbour, this super 70s Brick home is light, spacious and offers a great inner city lifestyle with a semi-rural atmosphere and your morning walk and coffee sorted with the Mill Complex just a short stroll away. The home features a private patio entry, 2 carports, great underhouse storage, spacious open plan living and dining areas with polished timber floor, air conditioning and gas heating. There is a modern kitchen, 4 bedrooms (3 with robes), and 2 bathrooms. Just 1.3km from the train station the property also enjoys a great proximity to 2 local pubs, the local North Primary School plus the sunken oval and walking trail of the botanical gardens too.
Campbells Creek
GRAND, CLASSY ENTERTAINER ON LEVEL & LEAFY GARDENS
Set on a massive 2047m2 with no rear neighbor and in a quiet cul-de-sac this private sanctuary in the popular Campbells Creek has just come on market. With a drive through backyard featuring sheds, an aviary plus lots of space and perimeter plantings, the pet proof area is ideally suited to add a large shed, pool and a veggie/ orchard. The north facing living areas of the residence have direct access to a 3metre verandah along the breadth of the home and a large patio for alfresco entertaining.
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Harcourt
1 Symes Road
RIVER VIEWS AND WALKS IN METCALFE VILLAGE COTTAGE, STUDIO & 1.2 ACRES (4,822M2)
3A2B 4C
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Set on just over one acre (4822m2) of elevated and rolling river flats of the Coliban River it takes a gentle 60 metre stroll to be part of the flowing waters and mighty river red gums. Serenity is real here. The low maintenance property is just off the sealed Kyneton – Metcalfe Road with mains power, NBN, its own 4 tanks of water for garden and house, plenty of fruit trees, landscaped and tiered gardens with professional brick paved paths, large retaining boulders, and its own dam.
APPLE OF MY EYE COTTAGE LIVING IN HARCOURT!
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Narelle Waller Director
Blasi Mulholland
Brett Tweed Sales
Stuart Hassett
Catrina Weiss
0417 564 697
167 Barker Street, Castlemaine (03) 5470 5811 30A Main Street, Maldon (03) 5475 1055
0408 571 131
Property Manager 0417 737 660
2A1B 2C
More than just a place to call home, 1 Symes Road, Harcourt offers the kind of lifestyle that most can only dream of. Set in the apple centre of Victoria, Harcourt is prime position if you want to enjoy country living with easy access to Melbourne, Bendigo and nearby Castlemaine. This cherished cottage boasts a large open plan living room with laminate flooring, wood heater and split system and an updated timber kitchen with pressed metal splashback.
Rob Waller Director 0418 571 130
4A2B 3C
Quietly positioned at the top of Maltby Drive in the original first stage of the Ely Estate, this grand, classy home has had a full modern day upgrade to a high standard and offers great living with functionality and convenience of local child care, aged care, schooling all within an easy stroll. Meticulously re-fashioned, the spacious home comprises 4 bedrooms with robes, 2 bathrooms, a study-office, modern central kitchen with walk-in pantry and a north facing sun-room, large open dining-family room that opens to a outdoors pergola, and a large lounge-dining room with Jestmaster fireplace and double aspect garden windows. The home has heating and cooling, quality windows, kitchen with large storage and Caesarstone benches, walk-in pantry, new bathrooms, and quality floor coverings throughout. There is a double garage, plus a parking bay perfect for a caravan with side Street access from Brown Street.
14 Wilsons Road 3A2B 2C
$885,000
15 Maltby Drive
Metcalfe
3 Scott Court
QUIET ASPECT WITH TOWN CONVENIENCE & COUNTRY VIEWS
Castlemaine
Property Consultant 0417 311 733
Asset Manager
wallerrealty.com.au
KN262353
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Grand home for a family
relax in and enjoy. The central living area opens out to semi-enclosed entertainment area and the extensive and impressive landscaped garden which is fully irrigated. The rear garden has a separate tool shed, a veggie patch and a lovely lawn area perfect for children or pets. The property is fully fenced and has a secure double garage. Walking distance to all that Kyneton has to offer including schools, restaurants and cafes and around an hour to Melbourne via the nearby V/line train or Calder Freeway.
Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:
Four bedrooms and cosy theatre room 16 Hale Crescent, Kyneton $950,000 - $1,040,000 Jellis Craig Jenny Stewart / 0408 389 071 jennystewart@jelliscraig.com.au Woodend office / 5427 2800
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This superb family home sits proudly on a grand scale overlooking picturesque views of surrounding countryside for the discerning buyer who appreciates quality. There are four bedrooms (with built-in robes), the master with walk-in robe and ensuite. The spacious bright and airy open plan living, dining and kitchen area boasts 900mm appliances, Miele dishwasher and waterfall stone island bench. Further features include gas central heating, evaporative cooling, plentiful storage space and a cosy theatre room to
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Tuesday, February 1, 2022-31
SPORTS wrap Town n & District
Kyneton The annual Captain versus President day attracted 30 pairs in appreciated cooler conditions on Saturday, with the Captain’s crew winning eight games to five. A very enjoyable day, with special thanks to president’s wife Jen Beachey for the great meal, and Captain Mat Hodgkiss for the drinks. Col O’Sullivan won the major raffle for a new putter, with second prize going to Michelle Werner. Australia Day: David Austin (25) starred with 45 points, from Jonathan Beachey (17) on 42. Julie Harris (25) was the ladies winner with 37. Tuesday stableford: Michelle Werner (29) 39 points, Deb Kohlman (22) 38. Lancefield Saturday stableford: Graham Mau (18) 38 points, from Todd Lambert (6) 36. Wednesday twilight (10 holes): Barry Flentjar 21 points. Tuesday Legends: Peter Beard (21) 38 points. Mount Macedon In-form Ryan Toholka shot a fine 8116-65 to take out the Inform Osteopathy monthly medal and B-grade on Saturday, with the course standing up to the earlier 70 millimetres of rain remarkably well. Paul Burrows won A-grade with 74-7-67 and had the least putts, and Matt Salter was best in C-grade with 86-19-67. Best scratch score was 71 by Jim Hynes. This Saturday is the club’s second ‘Doing It For Jarrod' charity day. With full fields registered, the course will be closed for the day. Romsey The 2021 W. E. Tom Shield final was a
see-saw contest at Romsey on Saturday, with players adjusting to course conditions after 70 millimetres of rain late in the week. Les Gaunt (0) and Keith Hocking (23) led early only to see Pat Chisholm (6) and Mick Nicholls (13) edge ahead at the 13th. Gaunt excelled to win the next three holes, and the prestigious shield went to Gaunt and Harding one up. Gaunt, an eight times club champion, is heading north and was farewelled by the club members on Saturday. The January medal was also contested, with Toby Clement 92-22-70 winning by two strokes from Mitch Atlas 82-10-72. Least putts – Mick Squire 25. Wednesday stableford: Simon Donovan 77-8-69 and best putter, on countback from Rob Rea 84-15-69. Trentham Robin Wilson 72, 75 - 147 leads Trentham’s championship at the half way mark, with Brent Leheny and Simon Ovenden six shots in arrears. Chris Campbell is five clear in B-grade, and Thomas McQueen leads Neal Hull by four in C-grade. Saturday grade winners: A – Leheny 72-5-67; B – Campbell 79-13-66; C – McQueen 86-21-65. Women’s stableford grade winners were Trish Mann 36 points and Jan Baczynski 33. Woodend Saturday stableford: Sam Barker’s winning streak continues with 42 points (handicap 20), from Greg Mayne (19) 40. Australia Day: A mixed field with Jade Nolan best with 40 points. A brand new tractor arrived last week, ideal for even better fairways and other improvement works.
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GLASS KN251460
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887 351
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89E Piper Street, Kyneton 6 Ladd Road, New Gisborne www.macedonrangesglass.com.au
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HIRE GLASS
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CARPET CLEANING
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Kyneton Hire is a family business that has been established since 1982. Our range of equipment has something to suit the handyman to the trade’s person. We have lawn mowers, trailers, log splitters, tractors with slashers and Kanga’s. We also have something to suit all your party hire requirements. Our range includes marquees, silk liners, festoon lights and dance floors to crockery, glassware and cooking equipment. We are open seven days a week so call in and pick up a list of hire items available or check out our website: www.kynetonhire.com.au.
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LANGDON (nee Maxted) Pamela Annette
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Passed away peacefully on 29/1/2022. Loving wife of John, mother and mother-in-law of Anne and Alan, Mary and Maurice, Glenn and Tonia, and Nanna to Bella, Nessa and Emma. Always loved and remembered. Please go to Pamela’s eTribute at www.tjscottandson. com.au for funeral details KN262453/L
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15.6.1933 - 27.1.2022 Much loved wife of Jim (dec). Loving mother of Raymond (dec), Lloyd, Rhonda, Wayne (Barney) (dec), Jamie (Jack) (dec) and Clint. Cherished friend of David. Beloved mother-in-law of Hang, Colin, Julie (dec) and Jane. Devoted Nan of 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. So dearly loved, so sadly missed. Fondly Remembered. KN262443/L
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THORPE Vernon ‘Vern’ Ernest. 11.5.1941 - 25.1.2022 Beloved husband of Maria ‘Grace’ Gracia. Father of Paul, Mark, Mary and father in law to Susan, Mel and Ben. Grandfather to Tayla, Jaara, Alex, Mya and Maksim. You will be remembered as a gentleman, an adventurer, a committed father and a passionate pilot. Your love lives on in all of us.
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Passed away peacefully on 20th January 2022 aged 100. Dearly loved husband of Sheilah. Loving Dad to Julie and David, special Pop to Teresa, Samuel, Robert and Sebastian. Forever in our hearts. In keeping with Don’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. To leave a personal message please visit Don’s tribute page on the website of Mount Alexander Funerals.
Left us peacefully at his home in Bendigo on 25th January 2022 aged 90 years, just shy of his 91st birthday on 9th February. He will be missed by his loving partner Maree, his daughter Susan and their families. In keeping with Ken’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.
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This is a live-out position, work for five days of the week, $250 p.w. weekly Childcare If interested you reach Ruth at
Mum, not a day goes by that you don’t cross my mind, filled with loving memories worth more than gold. My only wish would be to have you back for a while to hear your voice and see your smile. We all miss you so much and will never forget the love you gave, you are an inspiration to us all, our tears are less than before but our love for you never changes. If there are roses in heaven I hope you have them all. Miss you so. Love Jenny, Garry, Tara, Andrew, Lucas, Daisy, Alana, Dwayne and Elvie xoxo
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Sad are the hearts that love you, Silent are the tears that fall Living our lives without you Mum, Is the hardest part of all.
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10.10.53 - 06.02.2005 Not just today but everyday in our hearts you are always loved, missed and remembered. From your loving family
Welshmans Reef Water Sports Club Inc Annual General Meeting will be held Saturday, February 26 at 11am At the Caretakers Residence Barbecue Lunch to follow. All welcome.
Employment FARM HAND Position for a private property in Gisborne South. We have a casual job available for a couple of days per week. Experience includes but is not limited to: Ability to use farm machinery, perform farm duties, Operating tractor and implements, ride-on and Hand mower, maintaining lawns, gardens & trees, Ability to use hand and electric tools, maintaining Fences and taking care of horses. Experienced and interested persons Contact John on 0418 358 142 KN262437/J
There is a place in our hearts That is yours alone, A place in our hearts No one else can own, Deep in our hearts A memory is kept, Of the Mum and Nanna We will never forget. Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure, You are loved beyond words And missed beyond measure.
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We are looking for a Qualified Electrician to join the team. Must be willing to work in the Macedon Ranges and Hepburn Shires but also head down to Melbourne occasionally. Great conditions, great pay and great work is on offer.
Contact Jacob on 1300 PEARCE or email admin@pearceelectricians.com.au
In Memoriam FRY – Doreen Olive 31.8.1924 – 1.2.2020
Beloved wife of Frank (Dec) Loving Mother of Steve & Julie Mother-in-law of Christine Dear Nan to her 7 Grandchildren & 18 Great Grandchildren
The Funeral Service for Glenys will be held on Monday 7th February 2022 commencing at 11am at the Thompson Memorial Chapel 123 Mostyn St, Castlemaine. A Private Cremation will follow
You were my Mum So good and so rare When you were needed You were always there Your life was unselfish For others you lived Not to receive But for what you could give A beautiful life With kindly deeds With a helping hand To those in need Always sincere, in heart and mind What beautiful memories you leave behind. As the second year passes, you are still missed so much. We hold onto all our wonderful memories of you. Your loving daughter Carolyn Grandchildren and partners - Letricia, Craig, Stuart, Katie, Tamara and Brent. Great grandchildren - Jemma, Alyssa, Riley, Ebony, Sullivan and Harrison. Great great grandson - Zachary. KN262439/L
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CONSTRUCTION AND CONTRACTS MANAGER - CIVIL CONSTRUCTION An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced Construction and Contracts Manager to join a family-owned civil engineering contractor in Romsey.
The Role
This is a hands-on role leading and managing our construction crews to deliver works for our broad range of clients. The incumbent will be directly involved in project tendering, pre-contract works, procurement, contract management, delivery, handover and close out; all undertaken within our existing HSEQ systems. The effective management of teams and tasks to build our capability, enhance our systems and deliver our projects to ensure client satisfaction is a key function of the position.
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The position requires a formal qualification or significant experience in civil construction or a directly related field. You must have a strong understanding of civil construction from previous involvement in the industry in a similar or related role and must be able to demonstrate the following: • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise and work collaboratively with the work crews, clients, authorities and members of the public. • Excellent time management and organisation skills. • High levels of motivation with the ability to show initiative and self-start. • Proven success, managing a civil construction business or business unit • Proven ability to deal with conflict and confront challenges appropriately, particularly but not limited to the area of general organisational performance and the performance of projects and employees within the organisation • Sound business judgment and reasoning skills. Ability to grasp essentials of complex issues, balance risk/reward trade-offs in decision-making, and initiate action with appropriate consideration to the impact on business • Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a high-pressure environment and to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision-making skills • Willingness and initiative to ensure continued self-development and currency with the civil construction industry • Proven high level of professionalism, maturity, integrity and candour in daily work ethic • Proven ability to be an effective leader/role model through exceptional leadership, mentoring and coaching skills and development of productive relationships with colleagues and team members • Capacity to organise and manage tasks productively and efficiently while identifying and implementing business improvement opportunities. • An unwavering commitment to confidentiality. As the company operates in a highly competitive environment, absolute confidentiality is essential and a fundamental condition of the employment agreement.
Notice is given of a
PUBLIC MEETING
to be held at Harcourt North Community Hall on 3 February commencing at 18:30. The purpose of the meeting is to nominate no less than three (3) nor more than nine (9) persons for the Committee of Management for the La Larr Ba Gauwa Park. The term of appointment to the committee will be three years. The current committee’s term will expire on 16 January 2022. All positions will be declared open and nominations will be accepted prior to or on the night. Nominations from women, Aboriginal people, people with disabilities, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged. Further information, nomination forms and nominee declaration forms may be obtained by contacting your local Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning office or at the meeting. For further enquiries please contact the Secretary, Michael Scott on 5471 1836. KN262201/L
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HOUSEHOLD furniture. Timber coffee tables, Student desk and chair, single bed and trundle (as new), cane lounges, timber wardrobe, timber cabinet with shelves. Lauriston (Kyneton). 0419 381 046.
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Whipper snipper Echo SRM 265 ES, ‘U’ handle. Goes well. $350 ono. Weed killer flame gun K 300. $200 ono. Backyard Hark gas smoker $100 ono. Malvern Star Ladies bike rarely used. Also bike pump. $125 ono. Chipper/mulcher Deutscher. Takes prunings up to 2.5 in. Honda GX200 motor. $1500 ono. Please contact 0407 887 858 and leave a message.
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DEMOLITION reclaimed building materials, old red pavers, corrugated iron, windows, doors, plumbing, electrical, timber, Oregon hardwood, huge amount. Ph Karl 0422 564 878.
Advertise your pre loved items in the Midland Express and reach over
As the majority of Newearth Constructions’ projects are commonly undertaken within the Macedon Ranges, Mitchell, Melton, Hume and Hepburn Councils, candidates who reside in or near the region will be highly regarded for the position.
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THE LAND AFFECTED BY THE APPLICATION IS LOCATED AT:
67 Redesdale Road, Kyneton (part), parts of the Redesdale Road, Pickerings Lane and Boundary Road road reserves, 102 Pickerings Lane Edgecombe and 81 Boundary Road Langley.
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Topweight too good Bill West
Topweight Strategic Phil, ridden a masterly race by Will Gordon, won the 2022 bet365 Hanging Rock Cup on Australia Day. Trained at Mornington by breeder David Brideoake, Strategic Phil has now won seven races and over $320,000 in prizemoney. From barrier one, the topweight was always travelling well after Tylden-trained galloper Abadeyaat set a fast pace in the 1800m feature event. Strategic Phil loomed up on the home turn and ran on strongly to hold off Helmiton, with Pearlman coming from last to finish third. “What a great thrill to win the Hanging Rock Cup,” was the comment by one of the owners at the after race trophy presentations, with Kyneton & Hanging Rock Racing Club president Greg Janky congratulating the jockey and trainer, and thanking all who attended the annual meeting for their support.
SPORTS wrap
The highest rated galloper in the eighthorse field, Strategic Phil finished up starting as a $3.40 favourite. WOODEND CUP DAY Attention now switches to the Woodend Cup meeting at the Kyneton course this Saturday. It’s one of the biggest event days of the year for the local club. For Will Gordon, who has ridden plenty of winners over the past year, winning the Hanging Rock Cup for the first time was something he was very pleased about. Gordon’s luck changed when he was thrown from hot favourite Hendrika as horses prepared to line up for the final event, Evolve Interiors BM58 Handicap. A veterinary inspection ruled the favourite out, with the race having been delayed until the ‘all clear’ was given over an intruding kangaroo which appeared around the large dam inside the course. Wearing the special Australia Day silks, Will Gordon brings the Cup winner back to Rank outsider End Of The Day, ridden by scale. Photo: Brendan McCarthy/Racing Photos Michael Poy, won the 1600m event.
Chapman snaps up the win
Kyneton trainer Danielle Chapman is pictured with Lonagan Milham at Hanging Rock races on Australia Day. Chapman’s four-year-old mare Snappy Li’l Thing, a $800 bargain buy, led throughout to win the Lonagan Milham Maiden Plate by over four lengths. Ridden by Michael Poy, Smart Li’l Thing ($8.50) was having her sixth start. “She didn’t handle the soft track at Camperdown the previous run and her natural speed paid off today,” Chapman said. Every Australia Day the local racing club invites Milham back to present the trophy for the race named in his honour. On Australia Day 21 years ago Milham was a young rider who suffered a near fatal fall at Hanging Rock; he was in a coma for six months. Never to ride again, he has been helped by the National Jockeys Association and many in the racing industry on the road to recovery. By Bel Esprit, Snappy Li’l Thing is another of the 'Snappy' gallopers raced by the Chapman family from their property at North Woodend.
Rangers return
Macedon Rangers Soccer Club's under 12s had their first training run of 2022 on Sunday. The club welcomes the coaches Simon Pinnock and Dr Hamed Alimoradi, a former international player and a local osteopath. Players who have moved to this new level of competition were welcomed, along with some new faces, Hayley, Zac and Tony. At the peak of summer the weather gods were kind, with a mild morning and even a little drizzle, and after the two-hour nonstop session, the team was grateful that summer had a day off. The under 12s will
continue training on Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings until the season commences on Sunday April 24. Other teams will hit the training track Wednesday February 2 at 6.30pm on Romsey Oval 2 and the club would be delighted to welcome anyone who would like to experience international football. There will be girls, boys and mixed teams for Under 12, Under 11s, Under 10s, Under 9s and Under 8s and the Little Rangers will commence on Sunday February 13 at 9.30am, Romsey Oval 2 for future stars aged 5 – 7. Enquiries to macedonrangerssc@hotmail.com Damien Hadfield and Pat Fahy with their prizemoney, while Bill Caddaye and Graham Smith hold their wooden spoons and a tray of vegetables.
Winning combination
Kyneton Croquet players are becoming more adventurous in going out to test their abilities in regional competitions. Two pairs made the trip to Geelong on Saturday to compete in the Eastern Park Croquet Club Doubles Tournament against players from five other clubs. Damien Hadfield is the current Kyneton Croquet Club singles champion and has competed in other tournaments before, but for partner Pat Fahy this was his first ever tournament. They proved a winning combination. After a slow start where they narrowly won their first two matches 7-6, they then combined well and went on to be undefeated and comprehensive winners of the tournament. For the second pairing of Bill Caddaye and Graham Smith it was a completely different affair, only winning one match and having to come home with a wooden spoon each. This week sees the start of a shortened Northern District Croquet Association Pennant Competition to make up for the cancellation of last year's full competition. Play will be in three divisions with teams from Kyneton, Macedon Ranges (Gisborne), Maldon and Quarry Hill taking part.
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SPORTS wrap Down to the last bowl! Bill West
There was high drama in abundance over the last three ends of the Lancefield versus Kyneton division one pennant bowls match on Saturday. Coming off a last-bowl loss to bottom side Diggers Rest, Lancefield staged a ding-dong battle with old rivals Kyneton with one shot the difference at the break. The home side before the home side drew clear to a degree before Kyneton skippers Craig Vincent and Mark Smoljo snaffled 10 shots across two ends to ensure a close finish. With the Smoljo v Chris Jolly fours the only ones left on the green, three decisive ends remained and Kyneton led overall by three shots. Onlookers were enthralled. One end remaining, and it was 59-59 on the scoreboard. Lancefield’s club champion Gordon Charles has sent down many thousands of bowls over the years, but his first bowl, which ended up centimetres in front of the jack, was one of the most important ever. Despite several weighed shots it survived and the Tigers scraped home by one shot overall, with the Jolly v Smoljo rink a tie and game points 15-3 leaving Lancefield in second spot. The other three matches were rather one-sided with the favourites successful. New ladder-leader Kyneton Golf, third-placed Gisborne and fourth-placed Romsey secured substantial victories with all their rinks up. With five rounds remaining before the finals, the match of the round on Saturday is Kyneton v Romsey. Other matches are Kyneton Golf v Broadford, Kilmore v Lancefield and Diggers Rest v Trentham. Ladder: Kyneton Golf 139, Lancefield 137, Gisborne 133, Romsey 121, Kyneton 110, Trentham 98, Klimore 96,
Broadford 79, Diggers Rest 47. TIGHT AT THE TOP Division two is an emerging raffle for the double chance, with the top five sides being Romsey 129, Gisborne 128, Macedon 127, Woodend 127, and Kyneton Golf 123. Woodend’s 25-shot defeat at Kilmore was very costly. There are still several sides seeking a finals spot in division three. DIVISION 1 Lancefield 60 d Kyneton 59. C. Jolly 21 tied with M. Smoljo 21, B. Holmes 17 lot to C.Vincent 24, J.Holmes 22 d P.Ryan 14. Trentham 44 lost to Kyneton Golf 70. N. Cooke 13 lost to A. Plowman 27, M. Matricardi 18 lost to A. Barker 19, C. McKeone 13 lost to G. Edwards 24. Romsey 66 d Diggers Rest 43.C. Austin 18 d M. Clohesy 17, D. Ely 24 d R. Treweek 12, M.Brundell 24 d R. Beckett 14. Gisborne 72 d Broadford 35. R. Chapman 12 lost to E. Higgins 12, D. Kelly 11 lost to G. Candy 21, D. Ellis 12 lost to A. Higgins 25. Kilmore the bye. DIVISION 2 Kyneton 51 lost to Romsey 60. R. Ackroyd 21 d A/Laing 16, M. Bermingham 20 lost to S. Mayger 21, N. Toll 10 lost to J. Beaumont 23. Kilmore 74 d Woodend 49. L.Hodgson 32 d S. Pickles 14, D. Carlisle 25 d N. Bickerdyke 17, K. Campbell 17 lost to M. Dornau 18. Gisborne 72 d Trentham 39. B. Wylie 23 d M. Bruton 10, R. Newton 19 d P. Healy 15, L. Ball 30 d M. Hinneberg 14. Broadford 57 lost to Kyneton Golf 62,. J. Fitzgerald 13 lost to J. Trounce 26, A. Goring 25 d P. Cameron 14, J. Bruce 19 lost to P. Williams 23.
Kyneton’s new club champion Denise Knight delivers a bowl in the tight encounter at Lancefield. DIVISION 3 Woodend 67 d Romsey 63. I. Fletcher 12 lost to H. Roe 31, R. Smithies 25 d J. Boyce 22, J. Behan 29 d T. Watson 10. Gisborne3 75 d Macedon 54. R. Black 23 d M. Keenan 15, R. Paterson 32 d L. Gent 18, R. Formosa 20 lost to A. Grant 21. Lancefield 57 lost to Diggers Rest 62. L. Howlett 15 lost to E. Nolan 27, A. Shipcott 25 d F. Bonnici 11, K. Johnson 17 lost to S. Crimmins 24. Gisborne 4 v Kilmore a draw (green unplayable due to rain).
Champions named
Pictured (left to right) are: Maree Marshall (Romsey), Michelle Tait (BMS), Lynette Bryce (BHBR director), Vicki Noble (Gisborne), Debbie Gorin (Victoria Bowling Club) and Ann Shipcott (Lancefield). Photo: Anthony McCabe
Tennis returns
Star on the rise
With the Australian Open inspiring its membership, the Metcalfe Tennis Club got 2022 rolling with a working bee to tidy up the small town's courts after the recent storms. The club has a proud history of association competition and also encourages social tennis for Metcalfe and surrounding residents. If you are competitively minded, or just want to have a social hit, email the Metcalfe Tennis Club at metcalfetennisclub@gmail.com or phone Brad on 0414 968 207.
Happy race day There were plenty of happy racegoers at Hanging Rock races on Australia Day, and one who was really enthused was Kyneton resident Lyn Bayley. Race 4 was the ‘Happy 70th Lyn Bayley BM52 Handicap’, run over 2400m. A keen racing enthusiast, Lyn was keen to celebrate her milestone birthday at ‘The Rock’ with friends, some travelling from Melbourne for the occasion. Lyn has lived in Kyneton for the past 20 years, not far from the racecourse, and keeps a keen watch on the form of some of the locally trained gallopers.
Kyneton Bowling Club co-hosted the Ballarat Highlands Bowls Region Women's Champion of Champions contest, along with Daylesford Bowling Club. The Kyneton green ran extremely well given the week's rains; a compliment to the club's greens volunteers, whereas the Daylesford green was slow given its effect from heavy rains before the tournament. Lancefield's Ann Shipcott is the only women bowler from the Highland's playing area who will progress through to play in the quarter finals to be played next Sunday at a venue to be advised, where she will continue to battle for the region title. In the quarter final she will play Michelle Tait from Ballarat Memorial Sports 'BMS' bowling club. Ann Shipcott won her first match in the morning against Bungaree's Fay Toohey before going on to win against Trentham's Nancy Walsh in the afternoon's second round matches. In the Men's Champion of Champion titles played at Sebastopol Bowling Club on Sunday, Gisborne's Ethan Higgins along with Kyneton Bowling Club's Craig Vincent won both their games and will progress through to the quarter finals, which will be played in a fortnight (Sunday February 13).
Juliette Debrincat.
Juliette Debrincat, one of Macedon Ranges up and coming junior tennis stars, achieved a great result in the Geelong Lawn TC Junior Summer Series tournament last week, emerging as the U14 Girls Singles’ champion. The tournament was played on grass over four days, with Juliette needing to be successful in each of her four singles matches. Lawn courts are not something that most junior players are accustomed to playing on, however Juliette managed to take it in her stride and go on to win regardless. She thanked Macedon Ranges Tennis Coaching’s Scott Vaughan who spent many hours coaching and training her on the grass surface in preparation leading into the tournament, and believes this was a major factor in her success. This is on the back of being runner-up in the Shepparton tournament earlier in January. Juliette has had many other successful tournaments over the past couple of years and was selected by Tennis Victoria to represent the Super 10s team talent squad when she was just 10 years old. Playing in Macedon Ranges Tennis Association’s Saturday junior competition with Riddells Creek Tennis Club, Juliette has progressed quickly through the ranks and now plays in the A1 team. “Tennis is fast becoming the sport of choice for women and girls and with players like Juliette coming up through the ranks, we know that the future looks very bright," stated Riddells Creek club president Fiona Walker. Many expect the victory by Ash Barty in the Australian Open Grand Slam Final on Saturday night will propel even more young girls to try tennis.
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Castlemaine United Blue’s C Grade side found the going tough against Harcourt at the Western Reserve on Saturday morning. Photo: Max Lesser. Castlemaine District Cricket Association was heavily impacted by Friday's torrential downpour with the majority of play forced to be abandoned across most grades including Friday night's round four Women's fixture. A handful of B Grade and C Grade sides managed to complete their contests. Results were as follows: B Grade Round 8 Castlemaine Gold 101 (F Gardner 4-8, O Daldy 3-12) lost to Newstead 6-105 (H Hazeltine 46). Hepburn 164 (N Hadden 2-8, J Rainbow 2-18, S Burleigh 2-42) d Maiden Gully 146 (V Kumar 3-15). Muckleford Gold 3-228(cc) (N Cooper 98, R White 76; D Watson 3-42) d Castlemaine Blue 4-143(cc) (J Ellison 63*, C McLennan 40*; D Singh 4-16). Harcourt d North Castlemaine - no scores received. Taradale had the bye. C Grade Junior/U16 Round 5 Castlemaine United Blue 4-104(cc) (S Moran 31*, D Brasher 30*; M Chamberlain 2-23) lost to Harcourt 5-128(cc) (D Keogh Frankling 35*). Newstead had the bye.
Kirton Shield decider Castlemaine and Gisborne went head to head in the Central Highlands Country Week Kirton Shield (Under 17) grand final showdown at MacPherson Reserve at Ararat on Sunday. Castlemaine went into the clash off the back to two great wins, with Gisborne clinching three after a hard fought victory over Castlemaine on Thursday January 20. The Castlemaine side hoped to go one better and claim the final win. However, this was not to be with Gisborne bowling extremely well led by the in-form Hamish McDonald who claimed six wickets demolishing Castlemaine's top order. To their credit Castlemaine's middle order stood tall helping the side to a final score of 99. Gisborne also looked in trouble early when opener Clarke Alaimo was caught by Owen Brasher off a ball from Tyson Scoble but fellow opener Wilhem Mackay and Thomas George steadied the ship and with solid batting performances the Gisborne side went on to make 100 and clinch the win. Final scores Gisborne 4-100 to Castlemaine 10-99. Best with the bat for Gisborne was Thomas George 28 and
best with the ball was Hamish McDonald with 6-21. Best with the bat for Castlemaine was Mitchell Hancock with 22 and best with the ball was Tyson Scoble with 2-19. Just for Girls The Castlemaine District Cricket Association will host a 'Just for Girls' training session at the Camp Reserve this afternoon, Tuesday February 1 from 5pm. The session is open to all girls who would like to put their hand up for a representative side and to girls who just want to give the sport a go. The training session will be conducted by Stephen Field of Cricket Victoria. The session will be great preparation for the CDCA's Under 14 and Under 17 Girls squads as they gear up for their upcoming representative campaigns. The evening will also include an information session for junior coaches. The Under 14 Girls rep squad will play a round robin series consisting of two matches at Maryborough this Sunday February 6 and two matches at Woodend on Sunday February 20. The Under 17 Girls will take on Gisborne in a 40 over match at the Camp Reserve this Sunday February 6. Times to be confirmed.
Cricket disruption Hat trick, run spree Widespread heavy downpours on Friday night resulted in quite a number of grounds in the Gisborne District Cricket Association competition being declared unfit for play on Saturday. Draws were declared and points shared where one day matches were abandoned. In McIntyre Cup (top grade) only three of the scheduled five matches took place. Gisborne continued its advance up the ladder by bundling Sunbury Kangaroos out for 81 (Jay King 3-14, M. Torkington 3-18, M. Allen 2-13, then racing to 2/83 (Paddy McKenna 60) in just 16 overs. Romsey’s innings was held together by Travis Stevenson who compiled 55 in a tally of 9/112 c.c. against bottom side Diggers Rest-Bulla. The Redbacks bowlers came to the rescue, dismissing the home side for 86 (Jake East 4-20, A. Paterson 2-17, D. Jewell 2-18). Ladder-leader Sunbury United made 9/198c.c. (Upul Fernando 75, S. McDorman 37 – R. Bonner 5-52 ) and restricted Wallan to 9/185 (Keiran Atkin 66 – R. Mendis 3-27). East Sunbury drew with Woodend and Rupertswood drew with Bacchus Marsh (games abandoned). Current ladder: Sunbury United 51, Bacchus Marsh 42, Gisborne 39, Wallan 33, Romsey 33, Rupertswood 24, Woodend 24, Kangaroos 21, Est Sunbury 18, Diggers Rest – Bulla 18. Johnstone Shield: Aintree 7/121 chased down Gisborne’s 120 at Gardiner Reserve;
Kyneton made 7/135c.c. (S. Dundas 33, H. Sheahan 30 n.o.) and Eynesbury replied with 4/136 (T. Francis 47 n.o); Romsey 9.//150 c.c (N. Hoy 42, J. Thorsen 30, C. Day – N. Aitken 3-31) lost to Macedon 9/129 (C. Howlett 45 n.o.); Sunbury United v Riddell a draw. Jensen Shield: Lancefield 4/206 c.c. (R. Millar 71 ret., M. Caton 46) d Diggers RestBulla 9/129 (A. Knight 36 – B. Rix 3-20, L. Benedich 3-33); St Anthonys 9/255 c.c. d Hanging Rock 149; Woodend drew with Gisborne. Division 1: Gisborne 5/186 c.c (R. Leedham 55, G. Boyd 36 n.o., D. Mousley 33 n.o.) d Trentham 170 (T. Austerberry 47, T. Boyer 31, S. Bruton 27). Division 2: Kynerton 135 (H. Ingleton 37, R. Williams 26) lost to Rupertswood 3/137 (J. Sutherland 69 n.o., A. Sutherland 37 in 26 overs); Riddell v Bacchus Marsh and Gisborne v St Anthonys abandoned. Division 3: Bacchus Marsh 9/120 c.c. lost to Woodend 6/121; Gisborne 7/146 c.c. (T. Bannam 56) d Melton South 145; Rupertswood v Hanging Rock abandoned. Club North: Kyneton 106 (P. Brady 6-17) lost to Romsey 4/121 (Brady 43 n.o., D. Leach 37; Wallan 6/183 (S. McCarthy 67 n.o.) d Gisborne 9/160 (L. Walford 53, D. Macauley 50; Macedon v Hanging Rock abandoned. Club South: Melton Centrals White 70 lost to Gisborne 0/79 (P. Sankey 37 n.o, M. Kays 22 n.o.
A hat trick to Malmsbury’s JD 'Guns' Singh (pictured) and a blazing 89 from Luke Whitehouse highlighted Saturday’s Jensen Cup clash at Blackwood. The match was switched there after the Friday deluge left the MCG under water. Deciding to bat on a wet wicket, the Berries lost batters at regular intervals to be dismissed for 119 in just 23 overs. JD 37 and Palmy Sing 22 were best with the bat, and Blackwood coach Travis Smithers excelled with 6-17 from 7.2 overs. After losing two early wickets, Whitehouse took the long handle to the Malmsbury attack, slamming a match-winning 89 (nine sixes, four fours) from just 46 balls. Blackwood reached 7/120 from just 16 overs, JD ending with 3-9 including the hat trick. Palmy and Quentin Keeble shared the other wickets. Malmsbury’s division 2 side continue on its winning way, restricting Macedon to 6/122 (Todd Coppin 40 n.o. and Joseph Barham 37 n.o. – Chris Knott and Jake Sundblom both 3-13. Malmsbury raced to 3/124 in 33 overs, Dave Nolte 51 n.o., Chris Ganim 25 and Matt Cox 16 all doing well. Macedon at MCG (U17 girls). Playing at Taradale, Malmsbury north grade restricted Lancefield to 7/169 (Bill Phillips 41, Paul Rix 37) in 35 overs, with two wickets each to Steph Sharp and Gavin Marshall. The Berries turned in another poor bat-
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