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Celebrating Indigenous heritage Eve Lamb The Aboriginal story of two local landmarks is being recorded and shared via a new public mural being created by local Indigenous artist Daikota Nelson. Castlemaine business Cream Town has commissioned the Dja Dja Wurrung woman to create the new mural to adorn an otherwise nondescript corrugated iron wall lining its courtyard and fronting onto Hunter Street. Continued page 4.
Local Dja Dja Wurrung woman Daikota Nelson has begun creating a public mural in Castlemaine, telling the Indigenous story of the local area’s Two Feuding Volcanoes. Photo: Eve Lamb
Romsey reshape Mr Newnham, who is a former Romsey Shire president, said the plan could be an opportunity to reshape the town's commercial areas. "Romsey is in desperate need of retail and commercial in high exposure areas – it can't be put in the back-blocks because it won't survive there. "We have had businesses close here because there has been no where for them to go," he said. Consultation for the plan aims to build on the feedback provided in response to the Romsey Issue and Opportunities Paper of 2018. The plan also seeks to further identify and confirm protection of the positive elements of the township. There has long been discussion about infrastructure such
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as a high school and leisure centre, as well as protection of natural environment including the Five Mile Creek precinct. Romsey Region Business and Tourism Association president Jenny Stillman said striking the right balance was important in the long-awaited plan. "This town is an hour from Melbourne, it's peri-urban and further development will happen," she said. "As long as amenity and character are preserved, and the development that is inevitable is done carefully and skilfully, I don't think there is anything to fear. It can be done. "Good planning should preserve town character, streetscapes and history without compromising growth and economic development." Continued page 3.
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Romsey is slated to become a large district town but exactly how it will look is still up for discussion.
Romsey reshape Crash fatal From page 1. Consultants Plan2Place have prepared an Emerging Options Paper to help inform community discussions. Macedon Ranges mayor Jennifer Anderson encouraged residents to get involved in the process. “A new structure plan in Romsey will provide certainty to landowners, community, business, referral authorities and other regulators and stakeholders," she said. “Consultation on the Romsey Structure Plan is running for six weeks from February 21 to April 1 and we welcome community interest and involvement as this project
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Macedon Ranges Shire Council has announced the appointment of four key roles within its executive and management teams. Rebecca Stockfeld has been appointed director of planning and environment, Lauren Wall to manager of communications and engagement, Adele Drago-Stevens to director of corporate, and Maria Weiss to director of community. The new recruits will begin in their roles during March and April.
A man has died in hospital following a motorcycle crash at Mount Macedon on February 13. It is understood the motorcyclist was travelling in convoy with three other riders on Mount Macedon Road when he lost control and crashed into a tree about 2.55pm. The 62-year-old Riddells Creek man was taken to hospital with critical injuries where he later died. Police will prepare a report for the coroner. Any witnesses are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at: crimestoppersvic.com.au
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A man who is alleged to have been shooting protected wildlife within a residential area near the Romsey business district is expected to be charged on summons, to face court in the coming months. Investigations by Romsey police and wildlife and forestry officers from the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning resulted in the man’s firearms licence being cancelled and guns seized.
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Stroll through the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens with fellow nature-lovers and Council horticulturist Sandra Hodge to discuss significant plantings, the impressive tree collection, Lake Johanna and garden history.
Celebrating Indigenous heritage From page 1. The local cafe and arts hub venue received a grant from the Regional Arts Victoria Relief Fund enabling the outdoor artwork which, when complete, will measure about 15 x 2 metres. On site, Daikota told the Express that when it was finished the new artwork would tell the Dja Dja Wurrung story of the Two Feuding Volcanoes – Mount Tarrengower at Maldon and Mount Franklin near Daylesford. "It definitely gives you a sense of being very proud of your bloodline and your culture," says Daikota, who also works as a Parks ranger. "I feel there's so much to offer in terms of sharing culture and knowledge and stories that I've been lucky enough to learn." The wall surface onto which Daikota is
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painting her design is corrugated iron, which poses a few practical challenges. "It's easier to paint down than sideways," she laughs, also noting that she's already been through a few paint brushes in the creative process. "But the paint is made to last," she says. "It's been a great experience so far. "The customers stop and chat and get to know a bit about what it's about. I cannot wait to see the final product." At this stage it's still fairly early days in creation of the mural that's scheduled for completion by the end of March. Cream Town's Pearl Doherty said the decision to commission the work was a means to celebrate the area's Aboriginal heritage. "Daikota's work is really beautiful and refreshing. It's going to uplift that space, which was just a wall," she said.
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was still smouldering there that hadn't been noticed and with the southerly wind the following day it flared up. "It just shows that a southerly wind can also do damage as well as a hot northerly." He said the fire had burnt about five hectares of grassland on private property before it was able to be contained. "No property was damaged except maybe a small amount of fencing damage," he said.
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A flare-up from a previous fire has been blamed for igniting a grassfire that saw residents in the Newstead and Sandon area issued with a watch and act alert last week. The CFA issued the watch and act shortly after 2pm for communities of Joyces Creek, Newstead, Sandon, Strangways and Strathlea after the fire broke out about 1.30pm on Thursday. Fanned by a southerly wind, the fire began expanding in grassland on a private property on the Creswick-Newstead Road at Sandon. With the fire is travelling in a northerly direction toward the township of Newstead, the CFA called on air support from Bendigo after the owner of the property raised the alarm. More than 10 units turned out from brigades including Newstead, Franklinford, Carisbrook, Clunes, Daylesford, Smeaton, Hepburn and Moolort. A shire grader was also used to help contain the blaze by creating a perimeter break. A DELWP slip-on unit and a forward command vehicle from the Strathloddon CFA group also turned out to assist in containing the fire, as did air support from Bendigo. Newstead brigade captain Doug Richardson said it took an estimated 30 to 40 minutes to bring the blaze under control
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display at the Romsey Hub. Lachlan has struggled deeply with poor mental health. He says that in the past he often did not realise how unwell he was until he was in a crisis. “My experiences have etched a sensitivity onto the lens through which I work," he says. "They encourage me to take a moment, breathe and recognise the threaded web of life that sits about us at all times – and to take hope and humility in equal doses in recognition of that fact.” A QR code will link all of the artworks to information about the artists and their own lived experiences of mental health, as well as information on local services, resources and training. The art will be displayed until the end of March and sold via the MRSPAG website: www.mrspag.com.au The other Art Bombs – also funded by the North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network – are installed in Woodend and Gisborne. The Key by Mark Ingall is outside Holgate Brewhouse, corner High and Anslow Streets, Woodend. Stay While I Swing by Fiona Farrugia is outside The Corner Coffee Bar, corner Brantome and Hamilton Streets, Gisborne. The Art Bomb public launch is on Wednesday, March 2 at 11am in the courtyard of the Macedon Ranges Shire Council office at 129 Mollison Street, Kyneton. All welcome.
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Aimee Timpson likes to colour outside the lines and harness her creativity to express deep and often painful emotions as well as observe daily issues that impact her personally. Her multi-skilled approach to any creative undertaking helps to deliver art that makes people look twice, linger and contemplate. And while the themes she explores may be dark, her digital mixed media work is usually awash with vibrant colours and defined by edgy whimsical images. Aimee, from Gisborne, has created a fiveminute video, Audacity of Hope, for an Art Bomb project being launched by Macedon Ranges Suicide Prevention Action Group. She wants her artwork to encourage and normalise conversations about mental health. “I also hope that my art can bring joy, answers and support for people,” she says. Audacity of Hope, one of four Art Bomb installations across the shire, is in a window adjacent the Macedon Ranges Shire Council office in Kyneton. It will feature at the launch event on March 2. “At the moment each brush stroke is meditation for my mind. Each opportunity I have to make art is a time for me to be me,” Aimee says. Kyneton artist, Lachlan McKenzie, has also created an artwork that draws inspiration from challenging times in his life. His oil painting, A Path Upward, is on
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Contract awarded for upgrade of fatality road Eve Lamb
A contested vote of council has seen a local earthmoving firm clinch the $529,842 contract for roadworks to upgrade notorious Fogartys Gap Road – the site of four fatalities in recent years. Mount Alexander Shire Council has voted 5:1 in favour of awarding the contract to Castlemainebased Leech Earthmoving. But it's a decision that differs from the recommendation, which was before the council, to award the contract to another tenderer, Campbellfield-headquartered Bild Infrastructure Pty Ltd. The council plans to reconstruct a 3.5km section of Fogartys Gap Road near Harcourt and at its first ordinary meeting for 2022, was tasked with deciding the successful tenderer for the significant project. The current condition of the road is deemed to have contributed to four fatal crashes and one serious-injury crash in the past five years. Tenders for the upgrade closed last November, attracting five conforming tenders, and an experienced assessment panel of council had ranked them against a set of predetermined criteria before recommending that the tender
be awarded to Bild Infrastructure. But at last week's council meeting, Cr Matthew Driscoll moved an alternate motion to also take into account the impacts that COVID had had on the municipality and its businesses and the capacity to contribute toward assisting with its recovery. In line with this, he moved that the contract instead be awarded to Castlemaine-based Leech Earthmoving Contracting Pty Ltd. When it came time to vote, Cr Rosie Annear was the only councillor to vote against Cr Driscoll's motion, Calder Ward's Cr Tony Cordy having declared a conflict and absented himself from the chamber when the matter was on the table. "I believe we should go with the officer's recommendation," Cr Annear said. While voting in support of Cr Driscoll's motion, Cr Christine Henderson reserved some concern around potential implications of gaining a reputation for preferencing local tenderers at the expense of attracting the best possible array of competitive tenders. Also sympathetic to Cr Driscoll's arguments around the impacts of the pandemic on local businesses, she cautioned that this should be regarded as a "rare
Mount Alexander Shire Council has voted 5:1 in favour of awarding a $529,842.67 contract to a Castlemaine business to upgrade a local road that has a reputation for fatal accidents. occasion and should be treated at such in light of the imperative to assist in the local economy's recovery from the impacts of the pandemic". "It has been a difficult time for
local businesses and I'm going to support the motion, but I just hope that we don't threaten the prospect of attracting a robust body of tenderers going forward," Cr Henderson said.
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Macedon Ranges Youth Services are now recruiting young people aged 12 to 25 years to join the Music in the Sticks program. The program has been running for more than 15 years providing valuable skills and experience to youths. It's regarded as a good entry point into the exciting world of event management, performance, and live and recorded music. “Music in the Sticks can be a great pathway into the music industry, and many of our past participants have used their experience in the program to find employment in the sector,” said youth events officer, Chris Fox. The program is free to join and offers invaluable and hands-on experience in areas such as: event management, sound and lighting, photography and film, publicity and management, live and studio recording, sound production and hospitality. The group is responsible for facilitating live music and cultural events around the Macedon Ranges. Meetings are held once a fortnight and food is provided. Those interested in joining Music in the Sticks can contact Macedon Ranges Youth Services at youth@mrsc.vic. gov.au or call 5422 0333.
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Eugenia Lim’s upcoming project ‘Shelters for Kyneton’, filmed last year with Macedon Ranges Shire mayor Jennifer Anderson and Kyneton Transfer Station worker Steve Boulter. Photo: Tim Hillier surveyed the geographical centre of town and set about a myriad of ways to explore and express culture, environment and the times we live in. There are robotic creatures, large-scale paintings, sculptural installations of aromatic spice, flying flags and so much more to be experienced. The event is ticketed and runs for nine days from March 19–27, 10am –5pm. Tickets cost $20 and children are free. The event will also offer workshops, talks and panel discussions to share skills, knowledge and insight. On the weekends a bus will run in a loop around the town to assist with accessibility. The triennial is being organised by Kyneton Contemporary Inc., a non-profit,
volunteer organisation established in 2016 by nine local artists, curators and arts workers living in Kyneton. The artists work to achieve their ambitious goals through collaborative endeavour and aim to build upon existing and grow new audiences for arts and culture in the community. They draw attention to the creative profile of the region and the work of invited artists whose practice they admire and value. At the heart of what they do is a belief in the power of art to effect change, to create opportunities for artists and audiences, and to open conversation. The group is also looking for more volunteers to assist with the event. To find out more email volunteers@kynetoncontemporary.com
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The second Kyneton Contemporary Art Triennial, ‘Holding the Circle’, launches this March. Eleven artists from around Australia have been commissioned to develop new work in a variety of media. Art will be presented across multiple sites throughout the town including the Kyneton Mechanics Institute, Watts Pavilion, the old Begg Schoolhouse, Freemasons Hall, the library, the Botanic Gardens, the Kyneton Hotel, the Scout Hall, Mollison Bridge and Stockroom Gallery. Artists have worked with local craftspeople, engaged a local choir and filmed the mayor performing with a staff member at the transfer station. They’ve delved into notions of Indigenous cultural knowledge,
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"The other benefit is that they also provide for the specific needs of animals and beneficial insects that aid pollination and keep pest populations in check. “The habitat they create provides opportunities that would otherwise not exist. “Gardens can play a big role as refuge in times of drought when populations are stressed, plants and animals flourish in your backyard and recreated patch of bush.” Grow Locals provides plant discounts for locals who provide seed or enable the collection of local seed from their properties. If you have local plants or remnant vegetation and are open to having seed collected from your property, you can contact Tully to find out more. "We are keen to ensure we are collecting the best genetic material in the shire to provide the best plant stock to the community," Martin said. Grow Locals is located at 42B Anslow Street, Woodend (in the old Acres Wild space). Stop by or visit their website for more information. The retail space and garden will be launched on Saturday March 12.
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Three friends are establishing a native nursery for the Macedon Ranges, with a goal of continuing and expanding the legacy of Woodend identity Robin Baker. Robin was the owner of Acres Wild Nursery and his death in 2019 affected many people in the community. He was passion about native plants and conservation. In discussion with Robin's son Michael, Tully Sumner, Richard Gray and Martin Roberts formed Grow Locals with a view to reinvigorating the old Acres Wild site. The aim is to once again supply local native plants and apply conservation expertise to support landowners to achieve their land management visions. Grow Locals have expertise in native plant propagation and over 60 years of combined land conservation management experience. “To be a truly local nursery we need to source seeds from local properties,” Tully said. “Collecting local seeds has many benefits as these plants are adapted to local climates and soils, increasing planting success.
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Kyneton residents had a small win in a major development proposal for Edgecombe Road but the full outcome could be a month away. The three-part development includes a McDonalds, Bunnings, service station and a 42-lot subdivision nearby Post Office Creek. Earlier this month the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal handed down its decision on the housing/commercial development, or stage one, of the proposal. Conditions were amended to require a five per cent land contribution after the tribunal found the riparian area was not included in the contribution. "The council has been able to secure a reserve area around Post Office Creek," a Kyneton resident told the Express. "Sadly, the Plains Sedgy Wetlands and large trees on the site look to be compromised despite our best efforts." As agreed by both the council and applicant, the riparian zone associated with Post Office Creek will be rehabilitated and transferred to the council within five years. Other key matters related to the siting and form of a relocated drainage reserve. The VCAT case relating to Bunnings concluded earlier this month and the McDonalds and services station appeal was anticipated to end last week. A decision on these matters is expected to be made in about a month's time.
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What! W hat! M Me? e? Sing? Sing? The Woodend Warblers with musical director Andrew Price. Photo: Annelies Norland Lindsay Cumming When my daughter, newly arrived in Woodend with her family last year, suggested I join her to give Woodend Warblers a try, all I could think of were obstacles. I hadn’t sung in a choir since school, over half a century ago. I don’t read music. I don’t play an instrument. I am rather deaf and wear hearing aids. But we summoned our limited courage and turned up at Norma Richardson Hall at 7.30pm on a Wednesday evening in February. We checked in and were welcomed by conductor Andrew Price who asked what section we sing.
I have a deep voice, certainly not soprano, so I guessed alto. No audition, no try out, we were just directed to the far side of the hall! This is a most friendly group, with some experienced choristers who are very happy to stand behind you and help you out with tricky bits. Andrew keeps it fun. He hands out duplicated sheet music, but as this is a very modern choir, he also puts up the music and audio of the separate sung parts on the Warblers’ website. So you can practise at home. The music covers a range of popular songs, spirituals and carols for Christmas. During the year we have had tedious pandemic times when we could not meet. Then silly times, hyperventilat-
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ing when trying to sing through duck-bill masks. But now, unmasked, double vaxxed and with more singers returning, we are in great voice. We’ve even performed in public again. And by the end of the year? Buzzing confusion for me has given way to greater confidence. I have new friends. Singing in this choir is therapeutic. I love it! If you would like more information contact Andrew Price on 0419 604 444, or just come along and try it out! The first session is always free ($12 per week after that). Woodend Warblers meet every Wednesday at 7.30pm. We are currently rehearsing outdoors at Black Forest Timbermill, 988 Black Forest Drive, Woodend.
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Fourth-generation Romsey axeman Blake Meyer is sharpening his focus on the STIHL Timbersports Australian Trophy Championship next month. The 14-time Victorian Tree Felling Champion will take on a series of fast-paced timetrial events for the championship in Adelaide. Blake will compete in three back-to-back traditional woodchopping disciplines: underhand chop, STIHL stock saw and single buck saw. He hasn't competed since pre-pandemic but has had plenty of time to prepare and is eager to get back to the chopping block. "I'm looking forward to it. Victoria has been left behind with competitions during the pandemic," he told the Express. Blake began competing at the age of eight alongside his Fourth-generation woodchopper Blake Meyer is brother and in the footsteps of his grandfather and father. taking on the STIHL Timbersports Australian Trophy Championship. Both his father and brother continue to compete. "It's been a passion of mine for a little while," Blake said. Learning from his past, the now 27-year-old has focused more time training on fitness rather than individual event practise in the lead up to the event. While the competition will be physically demanding, the last hurdle will be Blake's specialty, which could position him well for a strong finish. Blake will have support in the crowd with his wife Zoe and 13-month-old daughter Charlotte cheering him on.
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Contribute to village connect People 55 years or over are encouraged to contribute to the Macedon Ranges Village Connect Project. Consultation is now under way about the current services and activities being used to support wellbeing and any barriers that may prevent participation in local activities and events. Outcomes of the consultation will be shared with community and stakeholders to drive a range of activities and initiatives aimed at alleviating loneliness and social isolation experienced by older people in the Macedon Ranges community. To participate, complete the online survey: mrsc.vic. gov.au/yoursay or share your thoughts by attending an in person one-on-one information session with the Village Connect project officer at Romsey, Kyneton and Woodend library during February and March. For details call Abbey on 5422 0262.
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You don’t have to live in the country to be at risk of fire. If you live near areas that have significant bush, forest or long grass, then you need to plan ahead for the fire season. Gisborne Fire Brigade will be hosting a Fire Ready meeting on Sunday at 10.30am. The meeting will be held in the parkland opposite the Gisborne Fire Station located at 31 Robertson Street. 1st lieutenant of operations Bevan Moody said there were a number ways you could be fire safe, including having a sufficient fire plan and also ensuring your property is well maintained. "Having a bushfire plan is very important, you have to decide depending on your risk what you will do on a significant fire danger day," Lt Moody said. "Leaving early is the safest option to protect yourself and your family. Leaving early means leaving the area before there are any signs of a fire – not when you can see flames or smell smoke. "Leaving early means avoiding panic, being trapped, making the wrong choices and risking serious injury or death. "If you decide to stay you need to be absolutely sure that you are well equipped to defend your property." Gisborne community safety coordinator Ian Ward said during the fire danger period people had to consider a whole range factors, including: • Which Fire Danger Rating is
Gisborne Fire Brigade will be hosting a Fire Ready meeting on Sunday at 10.30am. your trigger to leave? • Will you leave early that morning or the night before? • Where will you go? • What route will you take – and what is your alternative in the event that a fire is already in the area? • What do you need to organise for your pets or livestock?
• Who do you need to keep informed of your movements? • Is there anyone outside your household who you need to help or check up on? • How will you stay informed about warnings and updates? • What will you do if there is a fire in the area and you cannot leave?
All this and more will be covered at the meeting. "It is easy to become complacent especially with the higher than average rainfall the Macedon Ranges has experienced this summer, so we encourage the Gisborne and wider community to attend," Mr Ward said.
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Local conservation group Biolinks Alli Alliance has secured a $495,000 three-year grant from The Ian Potter Foundation to support connection and conservation of central Victorian landscapes and species. Biolinks executive director Sophie Bickford said she was thrilled to receive the funding, which came at a critical time for central Victorian species. Some local species were among the 124 new Australian species added to the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s endangered species list in its December 2021 biannual update. “We’re thrilled that the Potter Foundation shares our vision for the central Victorian landscape and for species like the grey-headed flying fox (found in Bendigo's Rosalind Park),” Ms Bickford said. “This funding will result in ecosystem repair – soils that absorb rainfall, rivers that offer clean, reliable water flow for platypus to dive and forage, healthy banksia and wattle where sugar gliders leap as they pass through, liberated from the impacts of human boundaries. “And all this will be delivered, with our help, by the environmental stewards who know these landscapes better than anyone – First Nations people, farmers, landholders, conservation groups and volunteer organisations.” Ms Bickford said the funding would help to grow Biolinks Alliance’s organisational capacity, building on the gains it had made since it was formed in 2010. “Conservation approaches that truly engage local communities are the most effective conservation strategies available to us, and yet they are chronically underfunded," she said. The funding comes amid criticism of the Victorian Government, sparked in part by the inquiry into ecosystem decline in
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port to halt the loss of precious central Victorian species like the swift parrot. “We recognise that the unique offerings of local communities need to be supported by trusting, two-way conversations; by funding, science and networks," she said. “The solutions are out there to be found however they require urgent leadership, a culture of shared stewardship and working together in ways we haven’t before.
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A desire to appeal to a wider audience has prompted a local refugee support group to take its message further afield. Kerry Bull, secretary of the Macedon Ranges Rural Australians for Refugees, believes it’s not before time. "We’ve tended to focus our activities in Woodend because that’s where most of our members live," she said. "The Woodend community has been fantastic, but we know there are people in other towns who are interested in our cause and we think it’s time we encouraged them." In recognition of this interest, the group will run a fundraising sausage sizzle and information booth at the Lancefield Farmers Market in High Street between 8.30am and 1pm on Saturday February 26. "A couple of our more experienced members will be there to answer any questions people might have about our activities and about how they might be able to help," Kerry said. The group recognises not everyone is supportive of refugees. "But we believe that’s mostly because people don’t understand what our refugees have been through," Kerry said. She has found that when Australians learn the stories of those who have been forced to flee their homes in fear of death or persecution, their attitude changes. Kerry hopes that visitors to the Lancefield Farmers Market will take the opportunity to learn more about the plight of refugees. "We are keen to talk to the local community and show people how easy it can be to help – how easy it is to make a difference," she said.
A car crashed into a row of parked vehicles on High Street Kyneton on Friday.
Car hits parked vehicles A man in his 40s was taken to hospital after he crashed his car into a row of parked vehicles in Kyneton on Friday. Emergency services were called to the scene on High Street about 11.10am.
The driver was assessed by paramedics and taken to Kyneton Hospital in a stable condition. Three parked vehicles were damaged in the crash. Police are investigating the incident.
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Two cars had to be towed from the scene of a two-car collision at Drummond last Tuesday afternoon. Emergency services were called to the scene near the intersection of Malmsbury-Daylesford Road and Trickeys Lane about 4pm. One car had veered into the path of an oncoming car. A man in his 50s and a woman in her 20s, both local to the area, suffered minor injuries and were taken to hospital for cautionary checkups.
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Rainbow Coffee Club Coffee and conversation is on the menu at the Rainbow Coffee Club this week. The group run by Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health’s Country LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Program meets on the last Friday of the month at the Social Foundry in Kyneton. “The Social Foundry are great supporters of the Rainbow Coffee Club,” said facilitator of the group Belinda Brain. “Last year they completed a workshop we ran on how to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive space for those who identify as LGBTIQA+.” The group’s aims are to create meaningful social connections for people and
Vaughan artist Jenny Morton discusses an unfinished seascape work in her studio. The public will have the opportunity to enjoy a rare glimpse into the artist’s home and studio as part of this weekend’s one off retrospective exhibition.
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Celebrating a life rich with colour After 20 years, respected Vaughan artist Jenny Morton is saying farewell to her family home and studio 'Art at Morton's Fork' and will have a retrospective exhibition of her artwork this weekend. Jenny and Tony Morton created an extraordinary native garden on their oneacre block in Vaughan with food plants for butterflies and birds and many hand-built rock walls. In fact, the garden was featured on Gardening Australia. It was here in her purpose-built studio that Jenny took her passion for art to a whole new level, branching out from painting flowers to still life, landscapes and more contemporary works. Many inspired by her family and travels. Jenny said that on settling in Vaughan she decided to undertake a Visual Arts degree at La Trobe University Bendigo and this encouraged her to explore new mediums and genres. Her large and colourful paintings, mostly in oil, cover subjects from Morocco, the Australian desert and other places she has visited on her travels. She has also dabbled in acrylic, ink, pastel, gouache, mosaics and sculpture. Works range from vistas of her beloved Vaughan to the bustling Esouaria Port in Morocco and contemporary works of her grandsons skateboarding and exploring the local rail yards.
Jenny's daughter Rebecca said the artist was an inspiration in many ways, having pursued further degrees late in life, travelled by bicycle around Thailand and France for a year and renovated two houses there for holiday lets before Airbnb existed, and many more adventures. "To celebrate her extraordinary life and works, the public is invited to visit Jenny's home to enjoy an exhibition of her many and varied works which are featured throughout the house and studio," Rebecca said. Now based in Castlemaine Jenny has continued with her passion for art and gardening, making an extraordinary garden on concrete - and she has pushed five wheelbarrows of stones and top soil uphill every day! "She has now moved on to scything the nature strip across the road in the Happy Valley Reserve to make room for native grasses as she used to in France - it's as good as a gym membership!" Rebecca says. The exhibition which will run for one weekend only this Friday February 25 from 4pm to 7pm, Saturday February 26 and Sunday February 27 from 10am until 5pm (or by appointment). 'Art on Morton's Fork' can be found at 54 Greville St Vaughan, just up the top of the hill from Vaughan Springs entrance. An official opening will be held on Saturday February 25 from 3pm. For more information visit jennymorton. net.au
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A commanding position on a vast 3,680m2 (just under an acre) in the centre of town is a fitting setting for the stately and elegant Holy Trinity Parsonage. Built in 1867 at the height of the goldrush, the Parsonage was the home of the town’s Anglican Reverend, John Stretch and later, a favourite visiting place of renowned author Henry Handel Richardson who lived in Maldon between 1880 – 1886 while her mother was the town’s postmistress. A circular driveway leads to the home’s impressive front entrance. In keeping with the era’s exemplary craftsmanship and attention to detail, the construction is of triple brick rising from stone foundations. A flight of steps leads to an expansive covered front verandah adorned with exquisite fretwork. Step into an interior rich in character and artfully restored. Meticulous attention to detail in preserving the best of midVictorian features including soaring 14-foot high ceilings, polished hardwood floors, deep skirting boards and seven majestic working fireplaces each with ornate timber mantle and surrounds has delivered a home that represents one of the finest midVictorian examples in the region. The original floorplan comprises formal and informal dining and living rooms and a super-king bedroom, all rooms with dual aspect filling them with natural light throughout the day. A sympathetic rear addition completed in 1869 delivers a second entrance with flagstone floor. Step up to a spacious custom designed marble topped kitchen with desirable northerly aspect and garden outlook. With an abundance of cabinetry and bench space, induction cooktop, wall oven, dishwasher and larder, the kitchen is a space of inspiration and creation especially when cooking with vegetables from your own organic vegetable plots. Dine alfresco on the pergola covered patio or relax and enjoy sunset drinks on the front verandah with its views to Mt Tarrengower. Also set within the rear addition is the vast premier suite, two further bedrooms and two bathrooms; family bathroom with claw footed bath, shower, period-style timber vanity and toilet. Flexibility of use offers scope for room conversion for home office/ study use. The home’s many highlights include slow combustion heating, reverse cycle air conditioning, laundry with cabinetry, double carport. The home sits within expansive lawns dotted with mature trees and stone bordered garden beds filled with colourful flowers and leafy plantings kept fresh via an automated watering system. Fully fenced, and with ample room for a swimming pool, the garden is a safe haven for children and pets. Of additional significance are a number of stately eucalypts dotted throughout the property. Professionally assessed to be over 400 years old, these grand trees are rare living examples of a time that predates European settlement.
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Five bedroom property of historical note and lifestyle excellence 14 Templeton Street, Maldon $1,875,000 Jellis Craig Leah Panos 0466 878 214 / Jeremy Bottomley 0433 772 033
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753 Creswick Newstead Road Sandon This versatile property is a blank canvas upon which to bring your dreams to life. The landscape is quintessential Aussie bush with a two bedroom 1970s weatherboard homestead, large shed, three paddocks and a dam.
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Online Auction Thursday 03 March 5.00pm Inspect As advertised or by appointment Price $740,000 - $780,000 Land 787 sqm approx Jeremy Bottomley 0433 772 033 KN262771
10 Sturt Street Woodend
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7 Templeton Street Woodend
Rare Corner Development Opportunity
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Friday 25 Feb at 1.30pm EPR $900,000 - $990,000
Centrally located, this rare corner site has exceptional visibility for a high exposure medical, retail, mixed-use development with multiple access points and a 40.2m frontage to Brooke Street and 23.5m frontage to Templeton Street. As a major service town in the fast-growing Macedon Ranges corridor, Woodend is well positioned to accommodate this growth, with a 50 minute commuting distance via the Calder Freeway or the Vline express service, high quality eateries and boutique shopping, new Coles supermarket, great primary and secondary schools, sporting facilities and much more.
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This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to restore and repurpose a historic property just 45 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD. This iconic Edwardian building and timber stables is on a large landholding in the centre of thriving Gisborne. Currently used for trade sales and storage, the property offers unlimited potential as offices, medical, gallery, hospitality with outdoor seating, retail, childcare or as a grand residence.
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THE NEIGHBOURHOOD Coupling idyllic country living with the convenience of being just 80 minutes from Melbourne, Loddonvale presents the best of both worlds. A boutique collection of acreage allotments, it lies within the picturesque hamlet of Glenlyon — just 10 minutes drive to the cosmopolitan townships of Daylesford and Hepburn Springs, and nestled amongst some of the state’s most stunning natural scenery. Each allotment includes the following:
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SOLD $760,000
15 Wallaby Jack Road, Trentham
For Sale
Period Style With A Hamptons Twist
EPR $1,400,000 - $1,500,000
Behind the elegant, Federation inspired exterior, the interior beautifully blends the modern with the classic to give this stunning home a sense of provenance, and a raked ceiling adds lofty volume to the living area. The white-hued kitchen takes its place as the entertaining hub, while a return verandah and a decked alfresco area add light and momentum between indoors and outdoors, allowing for intimate gatherings all year round.
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57 Rosa Court Kyneton
Tranquil Family Living in a Park-like Setting
For Sale
EPR $1,600,000 - $1,700,000
Highly desirable for its exclusive, elevated cul-de-sac position and tranquil rural backdrop, this picturesque family home delivers a high standard of living amidst 2 hectares (5 acres) of serene, park-like surrounds. The welcoming pin oak driveway and circular forecourt provides an indication of what to expect. The home is of superb build quality, with high ceilings, full height windows with framed views of the garden, privacy and scenic rural vistas.
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EPR $700,000 - $770,000
Within walking distance of Malmsbury village and set on 1.17Ha (almost 3 acres), this 1980s brick veneer home is on manageable, picturesque land. The home has a northern sunny aspect featuring 3 bedrooms (all with BIRs), 2 bathrooms, generous kitchen, living and dining spaces. There is an immense garden, bore and 3 rainwater tanks, garage with power, woodshed, chicken yard, well fenced accompanying paddocks and ready made stock yards for the easy movement of animals.
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EPR $640,000 - $680,000
Centuries old gum trees, combined with expansive ranch style street appeal gives this property a desirable rural outlook. Built from Besser concrete blocks, the home sits proudly on flat, manageable 4,965sqm (over an acre) of picturesque land, private and away from sight of neighbours, but with the benefit of living only minutes from Malmsbury village.
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24-Tuesday, February 22, 2022
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A real charmer Historic Nimrod Cottage is one of a handful of original handmade brick miners cottages positioned on tree-lined Templeton Street. This very pretty cottage is framed by a picket fence and leafy gardens on a private quarter acre (1,000m2) lot. Enjoyed by the current owner for 16 years as a weekender, Nimrod is in original condition and offers great character and space. The home features a front verandah entry, rear verandah with pergola-outdoor area and original semi-above
ground stone cellar. The home has two double bedrooms, two sitting rooms with a wood fire, polished timber floors, and dine-in timber kitchen with old cast iron bread oven. There is a bathroom, laundry and toilet. The gardens offer a private space with room to extend or enhance, plus there is great shade from numerous deciduous and fruit trees. Nimrod is a special cottage, in a special locale that offers the shopping hub of town an easy 750m stroll away.
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Handmade brick miners cottage in excellent location 32 Templeton Street, Maldon $710,000 Waller Realty 5470 5811
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Offering country character with a fresh façade, this two story home sits proudly on approximately 600m2 and from the moment you walk along the timber verandah entry, you will feel at home. Offering modern comfort and chic design, the main living spaces are located on the ground floor. The lounge room features timber laminate flooring, wood heater and air conditioning and there is a bathroom/laundry located nearby with external access. The open kitchen and dining space is flooded with natural light and showcases a unique timber parquetry floor, timber bench top, stainless steel oven and gas stove. Hosting 3 very spacious bedrooms, the first is on the ground floor and enjoys green leafy views out the north facing window, with the further two bedrooms positioned on the second level. The master has a walk in robe with substantial storage and a dual access bathroom with shower over bath.
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Unit 1/21 Van Heurck Street
$640,000 to $660,000 2A1B 1C
Built in the late 1850s by John and Rachel Kinsey who were gold-rush migrants, this pretty as a picture solid brick cottage is charming, light filled and features a compact private garden. Located in the Wesley Hill market precinct with nearby Moonlight flat and walking trails aplenty, Kinsey Cottage offers a great lifestyle. There is a sweet front verandah entry, lounge room with fireplace-new gas log heater, reverse cycle air, timber floors and crisp white window shutters. Two bedrooms with robes, and a sun-filled kitchen-dining with modern stainless steel fittings, slate floors and a conservatory style picture window to enjoy the north-east garden aspect. An updated bathroom includes a shower/bath, separate toilet, linen storage and adjoining outdoor access laundry. Outdoors, the gardens we well orientated and fenced, and feature a deciduous shade tree, grassed area, brick patio and off-Street parking.
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Located in the Township zone with town water, rural outlook, and walking distance to the local pool, General Store, School, Post office and village centre, this extended Victorian era cottage is deceptively large and offers 3-4 bedrooms, main and ensuite bathrooms, open plan kitchen, 2 living areas and a Baltic pine feature walling. There is a wood fire, numerous fitted air conditioners, and a large 6mx6m decked alfresco area. Outdoors there is a 13mx6m garage workshop plus a carport, water tanks, fruit trees and shade trees, scattered river red gums, and granite boulder outcrops. Perfect for a country commuter lifestyle – the property is conveniently 10 minutes from Castlemaine, 25 minutes from Bendigo and a few minutes from the Calder freeway. Country surrounds with space and convenience.
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NIMROD COTTAGE circa 1800s ON BEAUTIFUL TEMPLETON STREET
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167 Barker Street, Castlemaine (03) 5470 5811 30A Main Street, Maldon (03) 5475 1055
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Historic Nimrod Cottage is one of a handful of original handmade brick miners cottages positioned on tree lined Templeton Street. This very pretty cottage is framed by a picket fence and leafy gardens on a private quarter acre (1,000m2) lot. Enjoyed by the current owner for 16 years as a weekender, Nimrod is in original condition and offers great character and space. The home features a front verandah entry, rear verandah with pergola-outdoor area and original semi-above ground stone cellar. The home has 2 double bedrooms, 2 sitting rooms with a wood fire, polished timber floors, and dine-in timber kitchen with old cast iron bread oven. There is a bathroom, laundry and toilet. The gardens offer a private space with room to extend or enhance, plus there is great shade from numerous deciduous and fruit trees. Nimrod is a special cottage, in a special locale that offers the shopping hub of town an easy 750m stroll away.
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$710,000
32 Templeton Street
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0417 564 697
HARCOURT VALLEY HAMLET – 1.24 ACRES (5,028m2) PERIOD COTTAGE LIVING WITH GARDENS & FRONTAGE TO BARKERS CREEK
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KINSEY COTTAGE - A SOLID BRICK CHARMER, LIGHT & BRIGHT circa 1850s
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$730,000 - $750,000
35 Eagles Road
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Harcourt
26-Tuesday, February 22, 2022
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Ideally located cottage
Property: If you are looking for peace and tranquillity, then look no further than this immaculately presented home. The house offers three bedrooms, bathroom, comfortable light-filled spacious lounge and dining room plus kitchen, electric upright stove and dishwasher. For all seasons the home is warmed and cooled
by reverse cycle split system and a solid fuel heater. The land size 588m2 (approx.) is easy to maintain. Carport plus town water and sewer are connected. Just a short stroll to the charming Village of Malmsbury, V-line train station, botanical gardens, restaurant, cafés, general store and the bakery you will wish you made the move sooner.
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Three bedroom home in easy to maintain grounds 36 Tucker Street, Malmsbury $550,000 - $620,000 Raine & Horne Kyneton Jennifer Pearce: 0427 422 508 / 5422 2678 jennifer.pearce@kyneton.rh.com.au
www.keoghrealestate.com 21 HARGRAVES STREET CASTLEMAINE M: 0400 221 248 P: 5472 1248 18 Panmure Street, Newstead $525,000 QUIET LIVING IN HEART OF TOWN Situated in the heart of Newstead is this low maintenance two bedroom unit. Comprising of a modern kitchen with electric wall oven and hotplates, overlooking open plan living and dining. The first bedroom has a walk-in robe and the second bedroom has built-in robes. There is a european laundry and a spacious bathroom with linen cupboard for extra storage. The unit includes timber vinyl flooring, carpeted throughout lounge and bedrooms plus a split system to keep you comfortable all year round. External features include single carport, rose bushes, small front and rear yard with verandahs to sit and relax. This charming light-filled unit is ideal for those searching for quiet country living within walking distance to the local milk-bar and Cafes, whilst only being a 10 minute drive to Castlemaine.
1950’S BRICK HOME
- 3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 2 Car Garage/workshop - Large 1013sqm allotment - Located 4 minutes drive to Castlemaine CBD - Close to Campbells Creek Primary School
$599,000 - $635,000
13 Market Street, Fryerstown
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- 4 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 1 Living space - Approx 1.5 acre allotment - Located peacefully in heart of Fryerstown - Adjoining crown land at the rear.
$695,000 - $715,000
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123 Main Road, Campbells Creek
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Tuesday, February 22, 2022-27
14 Cameron Street, Malmsbury
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Architectural excellence and leading solar design combine here in this truly beautiful lightfilled home. Situated the shortest walk from the centre of Malmsbury, yet so privately secluded in this acre of garden paradise. A sensational home with zoned living, a view from every window and set close to school, shopping and city train. Or could this be the most easy care weekend escape for all you treechangers searching for that ideal destination. Inspect early to avoid missing this most unique opportunity.
28-Tuesday, February 22, 2022
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Township property with historic merit A landmark Gisborne property of historic and built interest is coming up for auction and will likely appeal to a family, or even a business as the property is zoned commercial one under the Macedon Ranges Shire Planning Scheme. Agents Gray Johnson in conjunction with Broadhurst Property will offer 41 Hamilton Street Gisborne for auction on site on Wednesday March 9 at noon. It is a corner property with extensive frontages of 45 metres to Hamilton Street and another side frontage to Prince Street of 40 metres, giving a land area of 2,008m2. The home is considered to be significant as an externally intact expression of a Queen Anne (ie before Federation) style of building with its raised corner position highlighting its presence. It is judged to have significant restoration potential as it is a historic timber structure with a building area of 322m2 and with a timber barn or stable block at the rear remaining. Gray Johnson selling agent Rory White says that it has in recent times been used as a trade sales outlet and for storage purposes. He notes that according to the Gisborne and Kyneton Heritage Study 2017 the building was rated as being of architectural and historical merit, however it is not recorded on the Victorian Heritage Register. With its commercial one zoning and located on the edge of the Gisborne commercial centre it offers potential uses such as medical and related services, a gallery, even hospitality, retail, or a childcare centre or a permit could be obtained to convert the building back to a grand residence. Some of the use purposes may require a planning permit however there are many current as-of-right uses which will warrant consideration. Bids of the order of $1-1.1 million are expected for this unique offering.
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30-Tuesday, February 22, 2022
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Vaughan Valley Vineyard
Nestled within the beautiful rolling hills of historic Vaughan on 2178m2 is this Tuscaninspired cottage set within an established vineyard producing premium shiraz since 2008. The current owner, Luigi Bazzani, has sympathetically and meticulously restored the 1800's original cottage from the ground up, taking inspiration from the early Swiss Italian settlers who came to the region in search of gold. Enter the cottage directly into the sunny living area with gas log fire and intricate timber ceiling. A stone-walled dining area adjoins and features north-facing views overlooking the rose garden and distant hills. An open country style kitchen features an Italian marble-topped island bench on casters with ample drawer and cupboard storage on both sides, an integrated Miele dishwasher and an Emilia gas cooktop with an electric oven. Central to the kitchen and handcrafted by Luigi is the stunning built-in pine sideboard 3.l5 metres in length. The spacious main bedroom is the perfect country retreat. The bay window with views overlooking the vineyard includes the quintessential window seat with concealed
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storage. A high timber cove ceiling, built-in robes and ensuite with bath and shower provide additional features to the room. The second bedroom features a high cove ceiling and spacious ensuite. Updates include laundry with external access, ceiling fans and a reverse cycle air conditioner. The micro vineyard of 750 shiraz vines is a picture of beauty, with a watering system and producing approximately 32 dozen per annum. Outdoors, the property is the essence of country romance. Ancient oak trees dominate the pretty landscaped garden featuring stone terracing and seating, roses, salvias, portuguese laurel hedging and other perennial blooms. An orchard of established fruit trees includes peach, medlar, olives, figs, loquat, walnut and crab apple. Additional external details include a timber workshop, underground water bore and three large water tanks. The property is on bottled gas and tank water. Fall in love with Vaughan Valley Vineyard, the artisanal restoration detail, its rich history and its nurtured vineyard. Rarely does a property so unique come on the market.
Tuscan-inspired cottage nestled in micro vineyard of 750 shiraz vines 25 Burgoyne Street Vaughan $895,000 Cantwell Property Castlemaine Genevieve Cantwell 0418 362 270
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Throughout March, PETstock Gisborne and Castlemaine will once again host their annual National Pet Adoption Month – an initiative led by PETstock Assist – to help change the lives of local rescue pets in need of a permanent or temporary home, and of humans eagerly awaiting their paw-fect match. PETstock Gisborne will be helping to promote pooches at Great Dane Rescue and PETstock Castlemaine will be working to rehome animals for Mount Alexander Animal Welfare. PETstock Assist’s charity and events lead, Jessica Curtis, said that after seven national adoption initiatives, it was important to review current trends within the landscape so we could continue, as a nation, Rescue pets like Louise are looking for new homes. to break the cycle of pet homelessness in Austrabonded pair will not only enrich your life, but also the life of the adlia. opted pet by offering them a safe and loving environment to thrive “The pet adoption landscape changes rapidly, and this year in,” Jessica said. we’re seeing more cats available for adoption compared to other “If you’re not able to adopt, there are several ways that you can animals, closely followed by large dogs and bonded pairs – animals help solve pet homelessness in Australia. that have entered rescue together and need to be adopted togeth"By fostering or volunteering at your local rescue group, you’re er,” Jessica said. not only providing a safe place or care for an animal in need, but As always, PETstock Assist is encouraging Australians to Adopt you’re also creating space for stray animals seeking shelter," she Different this March and shift their thinking towards how they can said. make more sustainable choices, remove unfair biases towards pet Community members are encouraged to head into the Gisborne adoption and address the crisis at hand by considering a pet that is and Castlemaine stores on Saturday March 19 to learn more about most in need. local rescue pets available for adoption or fostering. “Growing your family to include an adopted cat, large dog or
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A series of online workshops for parents of teenage boys aims to challenge traditional ideas of masculinity and create a space for people to explore life beyond the stereotypes. The six sessions will cover topics such as understanding the impact gender stereotypes have, how they can affect mental health, the importance of positive role modelling and how to communicate more effectively and strengthen the relationship with your young person. Delivered by facilitators, Tomorrow Man, in conjunction with Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health, the program is aimed at parents and carers of teenage boys in the Macedon Ranges. While reflecting on what has shaped
their own personal beliefs about gender and stereotypes, participants will learn some key tools, mindsets, and strategies to support boys on their journey to adulthood. “As a dad of two boys, I have seen the positive outcomes that result from questioning the supposed rules that boys often think they have to follow,” said Ryder Jack, principal facilitator of the workshops. “At Tomorrow Man we are inspired every day by hearing people open up for the first time. We want to create more spaces where people can really talk and learn from one another.” The team at Tomorrow Man present their programs throughout Australia working in schools, organisations, sporting clubs and community group and have
delivered over two thousand workshops in the last four years. “These workshops gave me a broader and healthier understanding of masculinity,” said John, a previous participant. “I loved how it enabled people to think about their own behaviours and who they strive to be, and it showed us it’s okay to speak out and ask for help if you’re struggling.“ The series of six workshops starts on Tuesday March 8 at 6.30pm and will be held weekly online (with a two-week break over the Easter school holidays). To register go to www.surveymonkey.com/r/ raisingboysinMR or contact Kathryn Chai at Kathryn.chai@scchc.org.au if you have any questions.
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The ultimate comfort food There are times when we all hanker for the ultimate comfort food and you'll find none better than at the Kyneton RSL. Carefully crafted under the watch of head chef Dylan Thomas, each dish on the RSL's menu is designed to be the best of its kind, be it a parma, steak or chicken and halloumi salad using fresh ingredients sourced locally whenever possible. And the servings are generous and well priced, after all that's what we expect from comfort food. One of the most popular evenings at the RSL is Tuesday. It's parma night. At just $16 people book a table well in advance for their parma whether it be chicken or the vegetarian eggplant option. (And do book early in the day, places in the bistro on Tuesdays usually fill up to capacity by 5pm.) Also popular is the Friday night meat raffle. Purchase a ticket before the 7.30pm draw to be in the running. To keep numbers under cap, people don't need to be there for the draw to be eligible to win. Right now there are a few changes afoot at Kyneton RSL, but none will interfere with the popularity of the offerings from the kitchen. There will soon be an app up and running to order meals from the table with each menu item pictured so a diner will know exactly what to expect. Of course, meals will still be able to be booked from the counter, but the use of the app will help ease foot traffic and aid social distancing in the bistro. An updated wine list features a number of local wineries including Hunter Gatherer, Kyneton Ridge Estate, Hanging Rock and Rowanston on the Track. The RSL's house wine is from St Anne's (you might have come across them by the Murray at Echuca). And the decor at the RSL has been given a facelift. General manager Rebecca Hemphill said being in a long period of state-enforced COVID lockdown provided the perfect opportunity to recarpet, repaint and update the furniture to give a comfortable, stylish ambience. Since being up and running – although at a limited capacity – after lockdowns lifted, Kyneton RSL has been very busy with locals keen to support what is a town institution. Drop in for dinner and you'll see why. (Also, Kyneton RSL has a welfare officer visit every Tuesday to assist veterans and their dependants. Phone 5422 6735 to make an appointment.)
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1. In which month will the Castlemaine State Festival be held? 2. The Hawks football netball club represents which Macedon Ranges area? 3. Which political party does Member for Northern Victoria Tania Maxwell represent? 4. How has Macedon Ranges Shire Council used its up-cycled trees felled by the June 2021 storm?
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5. What did Hanging Rock race-caller Jack Styring hold a Guinness World Record for?
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6. Who won the 2016 AFL grand final? 7. What is the capital of Afghanistan? 8. Dorothy the Dinosaur was associated with which children entertainer/s?
Chris Hooper, Castlemaine Coliban Water is spruiking its recycled water pipeline, which will be used for irrigation, and is applying for planning permits to remove vegetation to lay the 13 kilometres of pipe. They keep pressing the point that they're spending $7.5 million on the Kyneton Recycled Water Irrigation Scheme but no one is talking about what standard of recycled water this is. I've heard it's 'C Grade' water, which can only be used on orchards. The assumption is that the trees take up the water before it seeps into groundwater. It should be 'B Class' water for broadacre irrigation. C Grade water could run off into the river and seep into groundwater polluting either of these supposedly clean water sources. Coliban has already released 'treated' water into the river that has caused algal blooms that are so detrimental to platypus etc. Essential services such as water, electricity and gas should not be run by private corporations. They want to make a profit and so are unwilling to spend the dollars to do things properly.
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The 'Questions raised' article (Midland Express, February 15) highlights another unnecessary, regrettable example of our throw-away society. I had a close look at some of the furniture in the Castlemaine Health skip – items mentioned in the story – walkers, bedside tables, adjustable office chairs, and could find noting wrong with them. I saw nothing that could be assessed as unsafe, nothing that would affect their usefulness. I’m quite familiar with the quality standards adopted by secondhand furniture stores and I’m certain that if these items were examined by any manager of a secondhand store or charitable op shop, they would pass muster and be gratefully accepted. And I’m convinced that there are cash-strapped elderly people in our community who would make good use of one of the very serviceable walkers I inspected from the skip. Hospital management deserves praise for its reduction of energy consumption, but it really needs to do more to recycle perfectly good furniture rather than send it to landfill. Such a waste!
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Solution No. 8994 S B T P O R T E A O N T R A D E S E D I M P R E C O V E N S E C T B E N T R T S A A U W S H R I N S E
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Before the 2018 federal election Woodend was transferred to the seat of Bendigo from the seat of McEwen. Thus I was very surprised to receive advertising material early this week both from Rob Mitchell, the current Labor incumbent in the McEwen electorate, and the Liberal contender Richard Welch, challenging for McEwen in the upcoming election. It led me to check the AEC website for Woodend’s current electoral boundary only to discover we have been shifted back to McEwen. We have had numerous boundary changes over the years but never after just one electoral term. Having said that it’s probably irrelevant as to which electorate Woodend is placed in as I cannot remember the last time a federal politician visited our town. The appearances of politicians are few and far between across the Macedon Ranges. Despite Mr Mitchell having been in federal parliament since 2010, I have never seen him in this town. Nor has Lisa Chesters’ attended here to my knowledge to engage with the ordinary voter during her time as our federal
representative. The only time political representatives come here is to capitalise on a photo opportunity in the local newspapers. Gone are the days when both state and federal members had scheduled times to meet with their constituents in the various towns in their electorates. You were able to have one-on-one appointments or group meetings and engage in discussion extensively about your concerns re electorate and broader government issues. You may not have got the outcome you wanted but at least you were listened too and the issues followed up on within a reasonable amount of time. If only we could return to those days. How different would things be in the world of government?
How much has it cost? Lyn Stephenson, Lauriston I have lived in the Macedon Ranges for 10 years. The ineptitude of the local council defies belief. The latest example (and there are many) of how bureaucrats have no idea how the real world works is the report in last week’s Express that Macedon Ranges Shire is upcycling fallen trees to make tree stakes. The maths given by council officers was: cost to purchase one stake is $4.10. If milled at council’s cost from storm waste, the saving was claimed to be $4100 for 1000 stakes. There was no mention of how much it costs council to actually collect and then mill the timber. While I’m here, I might as well ask the question: How has it taken from June 9, 2021, until February 16 (eight months and counting) to distribute the 'free' firewood and how much has the exercise cost council to date? When will the exercise be completed?
Left Wing populism Ken Maas, Castlemaine Most assertions made by M Mack ('Contradictory claims', Opinions, February 8) are nonsensical sophistry and incoherent Left Wing populism. The inferences being that: fishing is not lethal; Indigenous Australians do not hunt and do not use firearms; and hunters are not environmentalists. The greatest hypocrites are those who eat meat but have never slaughtered anything they've ever eaten. The greatest threat to wildlife on every measure is the human population explosion and regressive economic system. more to the same from Mick Lewin ('Meet with us', Opinions, February 8). The MASG bioenergy premise from beginning is delusional Left Wing populism. Who has ever heard of a sustainability group conceiving, crafting and to profit for 30 years from a smokestack. Superior alternatives exist to boot.
Such a relief Ray Sharrock, Kangaroo Flat Further to my previous letters regarding road verges. It has been so encouraging to get so may positive responses verbally and in practice seeing scattered areas of people clearing verges of long grass and obstacles and then maintaining them. Such a relief of stress to be able to drive so much safer, save so many animals' lives, reduce vehicle repairs, injuries and deaths and create great fire breaks and encourage tourism.
Jeanine Kolasa has launched the Kyneton-based Arteeze.
Art therapy to aid kids
A new Kyneton-based art therapy specialist is opening her doors to children to help them cope with everything from ADHD to anxiety, autism, and more. Jeanine Kolasa has launched Arteeze, a creative arts and disability support service for children in Kyneton and surrounds. "Art therapy helps foster self-esteem, and it helps them in mastering new skills and enjoying creativity," she said. A disability support worker for almost 30 years, and a talented artist in her personal life, Jeanine explored Asuria's delivery of the federal government's New Business Assistance NEIS program last year. For Jeanine, a typical workday now involves meeting at her clients' homes, catching up, and then laying out materials for them to choose from, including paint, clay, paper, pens and markers. "I'd say with ADHD symptoms, they can focus for longer by doing an artwork, because they're getting into the flow of creating something, and because it's nonverbal, there are opportunities to have a quietness of the mind," she said.
Join the conversation The Macedon Ranges Suicide Prevention Action Group invites all local residents and workers to join a Community Conversation on Wednesday, March 9 from 6pm at The Vic Hotel, Woodend. It is an opportunity for ideas to be shared about MRSPAG’s focus in 2022. Guest speaker for the evening is Jeremy Forbes, co-founder and CEO of HALT – Hope Assistance Local Tradies. Everyone is also welcome to attend the AGM at 8pm. RSVP to chairperson@mrspag.com. au is essential for catering and COVID safety planning.
Try scouting 1st Kyneton Scouts is hosting a Try Scouting Open Day this Saturday. Come for a fun afternoon, celebrate 100 years of scouting in Kyneton, and chat with the scouts and leaders. Enjoy a barbecue, archery, camp set up, games and activities as you meet the cubs, scouts, venturers and leaders! Scouting videos running all day from 12pm to 4pm this coming Saturday, February 26, at the 1st Kyneton Scout Hall at 23 Franklin Place, Kyneton. This event will follow COVID-safe principles and is proudly supported by Macedon Ranges Shire Council.
Super Quiz answers: 1. April (7-10). 2. Woodend-Hesket. 3. Derryn Hinch’s Justice Party. 4. Garden stakes. 5. The longest career as a race caller. 6. Western Bulldogs. 7. Kabul. 8. The Wiggles. 9. Wolf. 10. Josh Wardle.
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DEAD take over Village Square Castlemaine-based band/art project DEAD will play a free show at the town's 'Village Square' entertainment space on Friday, March 4 over sunset, on a new moon. Pre-pandemic the band toured relentlessly, nationally and overseas, and were most at home in sweaty, packed rooms. In the absence of such opportunities they have adapted and created new music. Over the past two years the band has developed a number of shows that reflect the times we now find ourselves in. 'DEAD Moon Night' is a two-hour performance that responds, in real time, to the environment in which it takes place; the setting sun, the passing traffic and the hum of the town itself all become part of the show. Time moves more slowly during this show. This show is based around improvisation and experimentation. The audience is invited to come and go as they please or stay for the whole show. The performance will kick off at 6pm and run through to about 8.30pm at The Village Square in Frederick Street. The show is kid friendly and the venue is wheelchair accessible. Bar courtesy of Shedshaker Brewing.
DEAD will perform some of their new material at the March 4 gig.
Music, food, art and more Highlights of this year's Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival have been revealed. An exciting range of ticketed events from March 26 to April 25 include everything from celebrations of food and wine to talented arts creators. Cidersong Autumn Picnic is where live music, singing, food and cider combine at the beautiful heritage apple orchard at DV Cider. Macedon Ranges Music Festival will have people grooving to the tunes at this family friendly event at iconic Hanging Rock. A series of Gin Afternoon Teas at Big Tree Distillery will serve up delicious autumn afternoon tea treats with a gin twist. The Celebration of Harvest with Macedon Ranges winemakers pays tribute to this year’s harvest with plenty of local wines, delicious foods and live music. Experience the historic and spectacular gardens at Duneira Estate on Mount Macedon, with live music, local wine and food trucks. Literary lovers will enjoy the Mountain Writers Festival Author Lunch at the Wine Collective. A harpist will add to the peaceful setting at Dromkeen Homestead’s historic gardens. For wine and food lovers, there is a bevy of events to tantalise the tastebuds. Soulfood + Soul Tunes will bring live music and paella at Hunter-Gatherer Winery. Acoustic Pizzas is a relaxed day of guitar,
pizza and wine at Parkside Winery and Farm. Force of Nature + Wine Experience at Lyons Will Estate will bring a five-course tasting menu with chefs Matt Donnelly and Jo Corrigan. DV Cider’s Tastes of the Region Sourdough Crumpet Masterclass and Cider Brunch with Millet Road Maker baker Simon Mathee will also be hugely popular. For the creative at heart, several autumn workshops and classes available. Traditional straw-weaving workshop at the Old Auction House in Kyneton will teach how to weave straw idols for a prosperous year. Botanical art classes held by the Mount Macedon and District Horticultural Society are sure to inspire. A beginner’s blacksmithing class at Dromkeen will teach people to make their own marshmallow toasting fork. Enjoy a unique autumn inspired acrylic painting workshops with local Malmsbury artist Tia Alysse on her farm. There are plenty of free experiences and events on offer too, such as immersive art displays, interactive light shows, guided nature walks, open art studios, outdoor sound bowl meditations, chalk art and New Orleans style street bands. To see the full festival program and purchase tickets, visit: visitmacedonranges.com/autumnfestival
Talented home-grown singer/songwriter Taylor Sheridan is among the lineup for the Macedon Ranges Music Festival at Hanging Rock.
Artists of Macedon are opening their studios over the fourth weekends of February, April and November. These studios, set within a short drive of each other, will feature artists at work who will demonstrate and discuss how they approach their medium. The nine featured artists work across a range of media including ceramics, printmaking, encaustic wax and oil painting, fabric painting, life drawing, contemporary botanic art, watercolour and pencil portraits. Original works are on display and for sale. Artist on the trail are Craig Lidgerwood, Chris Turner, Marian Alexopoulos, Jo
Hoyne, Deidre Chestney, Colleen Weste, Sue Anson and Caroliza. There will also be a display at Top of the Range Tearooms Mount Macedon. Studios will be open from 10am to 4pm on February 26-27, April 23-24, and November 26-27. Entry to all studios is free. Look for brochures at local cafes or pick one up at The Gallery Mount Macedon in the heart of Mount Macedon village. View the artists on instagram @openstudiosmacedon For further details, contact: Colleen Weste on 0419 009 030 or Marian Alexopoulos on 0418 884 281 or contact artists directly.
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Discover the wonders of stitching with the Castlemaine's Embroiderers Guild Victoria branch. The friendly group of sewers with mixed experience is encouraging new members to share their passion, knowledge and skills. Maybe you also have an enthusiasm for a particular style of embroidery or an interest in threads, stitching or textiles. On Sunday February 27 the group is hosting a Come and Try Open Day at Mount Alexander Golf Course in Castlemaine, from 10am to 3pm. Current members hail from Castlemaine and across Mount Alexander Shire, as well as Woodend, Kyneton, Gisborne, Bendigo and Maryborough. Patience, precision, relaxation, creativity, are only some of the rewards gained
in stitching, not to mention precious time away from life’s demands. Embroidery is easy to pick up and hard to put down and once you master the basics, the design options and your own creative expression can take you wherever you would like to go. The branch has decided to extend its gatherings to include, in addition to the regular third Wednesday, a second meeting day on the fourth Sunday of every month as an additional 'sit and sew' opportunity for members and visitors. New members and beginners are welcome. Tea and coffee is available but BYO cup and lunch. For details, contact Barbara on 0408 474 177, Suzan on 5472 2718, or just turn up on the day.
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A free guided tour of the historic Castlemaine Botanical Gardens will be held on Thursday and everyone is invited to come along. Botanical Gardens horticulturist Sandra Hodge will lead the tour and discuss significant plantings, the impressive native and exotic tree collection, Lake Johanna, and garden history. The gentle hour-long stroll is organised by Castlemaine Health as part of their regular monthly walks. It is supported by Mount Alexander Shire Council. “We’d love to see our regular participants and warmly welcome any new guests. It’s very inclusive and a nice reason to head outdoors and enjoy some fresh air,” said Liza Shaw, health promotion officer at Castlemaine Health. The walk, from 9.30am to 10.30am, is suitable for all ages and abilities. Meet at Castlemaine Botanical Gardens Old Tea Rooms. Bring a hat, water bottle and face mask in case social distancing cannot be maintained Bookings are not required. For more information call 5479 1000. Please note the walk will be cancelled if there is heavy rain or a Code Red Day.
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URIE (NEE MUGGRIDGE)
Dwayne (Jockey) Marshall 29.11.1965 - 20.2.2022
19.5.1934 – 18.2.2022 Dearly loved husband of Annie. Father to Jane, Anne, Aaron, Robert, Naomi, Ian, David and stepdaughter Samantha, father-in-law to their partners, and a loved grandfather to all of his grandchildren. Following a private cremation, we will be gathering at the Norma Richardson Hall, 15 Buckland Street, Woodend on Friday, 25th Feb. 2022, from 2pm, for a celebration of Ron’s life. All welcome attendees must be vaccinated against Covid-19 and will need to show proof of vaccination.
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2.7.1928 – 17.02.22 At 93 Alison passed away peacefully surrounded by the people she loved and was loved by. Alison lived life with spirit, grace, and determination.
My dearly loved husband, partner and sole mate has ridden away to eternal peace on Sunday 20th February 2022. Much loved dad of Josh and Paige, Jayde and Bryce and proud Grandpa of Pipey and Tilly, Evie and Arthur.
She was a devoted and loving mother and mother-in-law to Andrew, Anne, Peter, Jenny and Fiona, proud grandmother of Tanne, Ties, Finn and James and a doting great grandmother of Arlo.
Mate and stepdad of Stu, Scott and Nick, very loved sparing partner and Papi of Dottie and Cleo.
She lived a full and happy life, curious of mind and always up for an adventure. Reunited now with her soulmate Keith, forever.
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WILKINSON - Thelma Fond memories of my sister in law Thelma. Loved aunt of Jan, Dianne, Robin and families. Florence and Lindsay (dec.) Stevens.
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Deaths The Kyneton and Hanging Rock Racing Club wish to send our condolences to the Jack Styring family on his recent passing. Jack Styring OAM was the Patron of our club, a club he served with passion and distinction over a very long time. We thank everyone for their best wishes and acknowledgement of Jack’s commitment and dedication and his contribution to the racing industry which has been profound. May he RIP. KN262791/L
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Dwayne Leslie Marshall (Wally, Jockey) 29.11.1965 - 20.2.2022 Eldest son of Norm and Frankie, Loving husband to Liz. Brother to Craig and Gabe, Jamie and Elissa, and families. Ride with the angels in heaven Jockey. Rest in Peace
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URIE - Alison May Please join our family as we honour the life of Alison. Her ceremony will start at 11am, WEDNESDAY 23rd February 2022 at The Norma Richardson Hall, 15 Buckland Street, Woodend, followed by refreshments. You are invited to bring flowers or greenery from your garden as a gift for Alison. Natural Grace Holistic Funeral Care naturalgrace.com.au 5427 3112
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required for Kyneton 4pm to 8pm Monday to Friday Permanent P/T position, payrate $28.22 p/h plus 10% super and PLSL Please submit resume to: cenvicclean@ gmail.com
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PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE TELSTRA MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION AT 22 Bourke Street Kyneton VIC 3444 (Bus Depot) (www.rfnsa.com.au/3444001) 1. The proposed upgrade to the existing thirty-five (35) metre steel telecommunications pole consists of the installation of two (2) 4G panel antennas, one (1) remote radio unit and one (1) radio unit as well as ancillary equipment including remote radio unit breakout boxes, tower mount amplifiers, feeders, hybrid cables and in-shelter works.
2. Telstra regards the proposed installation as a Low-impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 2018 based on the description above. 3. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2018 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Further information and/or comments should be directed to: Patrick Armstrong, Town Planner for Visionstream Pty Ltd (on behalf of Telstra), 1300 836 842, Patrick.armstrong@ventia.com by 11 March 2021. KN262800/L
Position Vacancy Castlemaine Community Lunch Coordinator
Castlemaine Community House is seeking a talented, passionate and enthusiastic person to coordinate our weekly Community Lunch during school terms. This position will oversee the kitchen, take the lead in menu and meal preparation and the service of the meals. • This is a contracted position at 7.0 hours per week • The position description is at (https://cch.org.au/about/work-with-us) or call CCH on 5472 4842. Applications addressing the selection criteria close on Friday 25 February 2022 and should be addressed to communitydevelopment@cch.org.au or by telephone to Kerrily Jennings on 5472 4842.
Assistant Manager Full-time position
Pandemic Coordinator Welcome to Central Goldfields Shire Council. We are a dynamic organisation with a visionary and engaging executive, looking to put value into what we do for our community, residents and business. We are looking for an energetic and ambitious professional to join our team in a part-time temporary role, which will oversee Council's response to the COVID-19 Pandemic to ensure the community and the organisation is supported through ongoing recovery and continuous changing government requirements. If you have experience in emergency management and/or health planning, plus a passion for working with the community and partners to ensure positive outcomes for those impacted by the pandemic, we would love to hear from you!
As the Assistant Manager of a large accommodation provider, you will be managing the day-to-day tasks within the office and supporting the Resort Manager. This will include providing exceptional customer service, working with suppliers and contractors, accounts receivable and payable, planning and implementing projects, rostering staff, maintaining social media, website updates, policy development and implementation with a strong focus on WH&S, and so much more. What makes you stand out from the crowd will be your attitude towards resolving issues and managing expectations, ability to adapt to the situation, a positive attitude, an openness to learn, and initiative. Please send your cover letter and resume to admin@kynetonbushresort.com.au
We offer a great salary, excellent growth opportunities and the ability to really influence the future of our council and its surrounds. If this sounds like you, be part of an innovative and committed council and apply today! For enquiries, please contact Kym Murphy, Manager Community Partnerships, on 0448 692 408
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CASH-A-CAN Saturday 12th March
10am - 12 noon Bus exchange Kyneton Secondary College
Auxiliary
GARAGE SALE
Applications close 28 February 2022
WANTED TO BUY
Cemetery trust members are appointed by the Governor in Council for a term of up to five years on the recommendation of the Minister for Health. Cemetery trusts are responsible for the proper and efficient management of the public cemeteries under their control, including planning for future cemeteries services and the preservation of local history.
Antiques Collectables Single items or collections Call Bob 0418 394 623
Being appointed to a cemetery trust provides successful applicants with a unique opportunity to develop their competencies as a board member. The Department of Health provides free governance training to all trust members.
Garage Sales CASTLEMAINE, Greenhill Avenue. Saturday 26th February. Some collectables, furniture, building materials, household things. No early birds. No previews. The signs go out at 8:00 am.
Current trust members whose terms of appointment are due to expire may apply for reappointment as part of a competitive selection process. More information about the role of cemetery trust members is available at: https://www.health.vic.gov.au/cemeteriesand-crematoria/class-b-cemetery-trustappointments
78 Fairbairn Place, Kyneton. Pictures, prints, beds, TV’s, DVD players, kitchen appliances, lounge suites, 4 BBS’s, dining room chairs and tables, heaps of small collectables.
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To register your interest please contact the Sutton Grange Cemetery Trust as follows within two weeks of the date of this advertisement:
Sat. 26 Feb., 8am - 4pm.
Sutton Grange Cemetery Trust contact details: 5474 8230 The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring that government boards and committees reflect the rich diversity of the Victorian community. This includes appropriate representation of women, people of all ages, Aboriginal people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, gender diverse and intersex people.
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HERITAGE ACT 2017 Registered Heritage Place No H1684, Permit Number P35580 KYNETON DISTRICT HOSPITAL 67 SIMPSON STREET KYNETON, MACEDON RANGES SHIRE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT an application under Section 93 of the Heritage Act 2017 for a permitfor conservation, restoration and adaptive re-use works at the hospital building, including a twostorey addition to the rear courtyard has been lodged with the Executive Director, Heritage Victoria. Works also involve the restoration of the emergency ward and mortuary buildings, the construction of a new building between the two existing buildings, and associated carparking and landscaping works. A copy of the application is available for inspection at www.heritagevic. gov.au or at the offices of Heritage Victoria between the hours of 10.00am and 4.00pm, by appointment only. Telephone (03) 7022 6373 to make an appointment. Any person may lodge a submission in respect of the application within 14 days of publication of this notice. Submissions must be in writing and addressed to Heritage Victoria PO Box 500 Melbourne 8002. Please note that any written submission received will be treated as a public document. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR HERITAGE VICTORIA KN262893/L
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Saturday February 26th 9 am - 2 pm At R M BEGG Aged Care (Bolton Hall) 27 - 35 Epping Street Kyneton Items Include: H/hold items, books, travel accessories, plants, jigsaws, craft, and much more EFTPOS AVAILABLE
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The Sutton Grange Cemetery Trust is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified members of the community who would be interested in becoming honorary trust members. Women and those from a diverse background are actively encouraged to seek appointment.
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Jala is very affectionate and playful DSH Tabby/White, Female, desexed. 5 years old. M/C# 956000005777440 Source # BR100938 24 Langlsow Street Castlemaine. P: 5472 5277 Mon - Sat 10-2 Sunday Closed https://maaw.org.au
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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.
• Bullbars and Sidesteps • Winches and Recovery Gear • Suspension and Snorkels • Canopies and Awnings • Roof Racks & Drawers • Big Bore Exhausts • Rear Protection Bars • Setups and Accessories
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Macedon Ranges Roof Maintenance • repaint faded colorbond and tin roofs • replace gutters and downpipes • solar panels cleaned.
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FIDA – come and try Kyneton Football Netball Club established the FIDA side last year in 2021. FIDA provides Victorians with an intellectual impairment the opportunity to participate in Australian Rules Football. It plays an important role in our local community and consists of approimately 25 male and female players from various areas of the Macedon Ranges, some even travel up to an hour to play as their local community doesn’t have a FIDA program. Kyneton Football Netball Club would like to extend an invite to past players and welcome new players to join the FIDA side. The club is holding a welcome and come and try day on Wednesday February 23 at 5.30pm at the Showground Bottom Oval. Newly appointed FIDA coach Pete ‘Yappa’ Connors is excited to take on the role and would love to get the local community involved and support the club's passionate FIDA side in 2022. Head on down and have a kick and a feed.
Mixed champs Romsey’s Jenny Hartley and John Freestone have combined well to clinch Dalhousie District Golf Association’s mixed pairs championship. Home-course knowledge was put to advantage as they carded 45 points, with Freestone playing from a 26 handicap mark and Hartley 22. Hot on their heels with 44 points were Broadford’s Joel King and his grand-daughter Sarah, They had 44 points, edging out Romsey’s Beryl Cole and Scott Williams for the runner-up award.
Volunteerism to the forefront
Awards presented: From left – Golf Australia’s Sharon Faralla, Volunteer of the Year Colin Wilson, Romsey GC president Tony Lakey and Dalhousie president Mary Campbell. Bill West The absolute value of volunteerism in keeping sporting and community organisations afloat was spelt out loud and clear at Dalhousie District Golf Association’s special awards presentation earlier this month. The Sunday afternoon function tied in with Dalhousie’s mixed foursomes championship held at Romsey that day. Romsey Golf Club was selected as the district’s Club of the Year, and Colin Wilson – who is instrumental in Trentham Golf Club running smoothly through his professional IT capabilities – was presented with the innovative Volunteer of the Year award. Dalhousie president Mary Campbell presented the two awards, the club one accepted by enthusiastic Romsey GC president Tony Lakey, who reflected on whether any level of government truly understands the value of volunteers. He said Romsey Golf Club would not survive without the outstanding service of volunteers. This value was echoed across many sport-
ing clubs in the country, whether it be cricket, football, soccer, bowls or other brands of activity, he said. The tough times for golf and other sporting clubs during the pandemic which began around two years ago was referred to be several speakers, and the selection panel for Club of the Year referred to Romsey’s innovative approach to traditional competition/ participation structures to increase participation in the sport. A commitment to inclusive programs, and managing a major on course improvement project utilising the expertise and assistance from members during a pandemic was emphasised. Romsey’s much-improved drainage system has been of considerable benefit to the course and parkland. The presence of the local club’s long term life members in John Laing, Peter Scanlon and Bruce Robb was acknowledged. Mary Campbell, in her first term as DDGA leader, began her golf at Romsey and said clubs across the board were very fortunate to be able to continue to operate – all through
the input of volunteers. Sharon Faralla, Golf Australia’s regional development officer, was a special guest and she praised Dalhousie for its initiatives, congratulating the Romsey, club, and Colin Wilson, or being the major award recipients. Colin Wilson said he would like to thank every volunteer in every golf club, and outlined the step forward for Trentham in utilising the on-line booking system he created, and manages. He said he felt very privileged to receive the award. Mayor Jennifer Anderson spoke warmly about the work of Dalhousie clubs, the value of volunteerism, and congratulated the award recipients. Examples of individuals who have been long-serving volunteers at several other Dalhousie clubs were also referred to as positive examples to newer members. Romsey’s celebrations of the club’s First 100 Years, including a book launch, is coming up soon. Dalhousie (and Romsey) secretary Elaine Scanlon was thanked for her role in organising the special function.
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Tim Kirk outgunned the field in the third and final round of the prestigious James Rennick Memorial Trophy at Kyneton on Saturday. Kyneton Kirk by 11 shots Tim Kirk outgunned the field in the third and final round of the prestigious James Rennick Memorial Trophy at Kyneton on Saturday. The Rennick was a catch-up from last year, and Kirk made every post a winner by shooting the best round of the day – a nett 63 – to total 197 for the three rounds, 11 shots clear of closest rival Col O’Sullivan. A-grade (18 holes): Tim Kirk 77-14-63, from Mat Hodgkiss 80-8-72 and super pin.
B: David Ryan 82-16-66. Ladies: Michelle Werner 98-26-72. Wednesday stableford: David Summers (17) 38 points, from Graham Hackett (25) 37. Ladies: Robyn MacRae (20) 33, on countback from Merilyn Hoysted (45) 33. Tuesday stableford: Julie Harris (22) 38, from Michelle Werner (27) 37. Nine holes – Liz Turang (36) 15. Mount Macedon Saturday was the 39th anniversary of the Ash Wednesday fires that destroyed Mount Macedon Golf Club in 1983, taking so many lives. The three-person Ambrose saw 18 teams participate, and a nett 54 meant a runaway win for the team of Jerome Langmaid, Patrick Doyle and Matt Willis. Runners-up on 59 were Jonno Bubeck, Greg Bubeck and Andrew Robinson. Perfect conditions prevailed for the Wednesday gentlemen’s stableford last week. Ian Flannery (15 handicap) took out A-grade with 41 points without using his driver; Tony Carter (11) next best with 39. Karl Pongracic (26) topped B-grade with 39 points, from Henri Malakunas (25) 35. MMGC is again offering the Ladies Get Into Golf@MMGC novice sessions commencing in March. Go to the club's Facebook page to register. Limited numbers. Castlemaine Grade winners and runners-up in Castlemaine Golf Club’s stableford event on
Saturday were: A: L. Prendergat (7 handicap) 39 points, J. O’Brien (+3) 37. B: G. Hutchins (18) 41, B. Christmas (14) 38. C: B. Sturgess (20) 39, M. McKellar (27)38. Lancefield Saturday stableford: Dennis Davenport (6) 41 points, from Marcus Zihlmann (23) and Wayne Mee (20 40. Mee, David Mannix, Todd Lambert and Gavin Winwood reached the semi-finals of the singles match play. Wednesday ladies: Jenni Vennell (NTP), Sheena Carter, Di Brennan and Kaylene Chambers won the quarter-finals of the Doris Chambers match play. Nine hole stableford – Bronwyn Wilson. Twilight (10 holes): Trevor Lambert (1) 21 points. Legends: Ken Murchison (20) 38 on a countback from Bruce Hay (27). Romsey In ideal conditions for golf on Saturday, Chris Manktelow (40 handicap) had an astounding back nine and ended up the day’s stableford winner with 42 points. Runner-up in round 3B of the Summer Cup was club president Tony Lakey (19) on 40, with low markers Mal Mottram and Mitch Atlas equal third on 37. Wednesday (3A of Summer Cup): Rob Slade 38, from Chris Manktelow 37, and Wendy Gosden 36. Nine holes: Bruce Robb 18, countback
from Hugh Williams, and Lorraine Robb 17. Romsey was well represented at the Hidden Valley Bowl, the first of the Dalhousie women’s bowls/tournaments for 2022. Darlene Baker had 34 points to receive three points in Player of the Year; Lisa Caines (Seymour) led the field with 40 points, and the trio of Pam Huner, Glenda Steer and Glenda Eddy (Hidden Valley) took out the bowl with a combined 103 points. Trentham All three grade winners exceeded 40 stableford points at Trentham on Saturday. A-grade – Brent Leheny (5) 43; B – Bob Penrose (14) 41; – Austin Docherty (22) 42. Women: A – Sue Byrne 70 nett; B – Irene Kozicz 67. Woodend Stuart Ferns produced an absolute astonishing round in Woodend’s stroke event on Saturday. Ferns shot a three over par 71 off the stick from his handicap of 19, for a nett 52. A big handicap reduction on the way! The A-grade winner was M. Costello with 76-11-65, on a countback from Paul Whelan 75-10-65. Club members were appreciative of the visit by local MP Mary-Anne Thomas, to discuss the state of the clubhouse.
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Exciting new era for Magpies
An exciting new era of football continues for Castlemaine Football Netball Club with the female football program going from strength to strength. Last week the club held its first joint development session between the junior and open age sections, with a big group of players being put through their paces by senior coach Tiahna Cochrane. The session was the culmination of the CFNC Junior Summer Series Program, which has seen the young Magpies train monthly over the off-season in an effort to maintain their skills and fitness. The program has seen a number of new players try footy for the first time as well as welcoming back a number of experienced junior footballers. CFNC Women's Football operations manager Georgia Banks said the joint training session was part of a club-wide approach to creating a pathway for young players, which is for the first time an offering the club could make for its female sides. "We've had a number of junior players training with the senior squad over the preseason," Ms Banks said. "It's a great way to keep developing our young players and will help make a smooth transition for juniors to move into the senior program in the future," she said. "The formation of our inaugural senior women's football team has afforded, for
Senior and Junior Magpie players enjoyed a hit out together recently. the first time, the opportunity for CFNC to nurture a love of football from Auskick, through juniors, and all the way into senior women's football. It's great for our players, our club and our community," Ms Banks said. Both football groups now continue their pre-season programs and recruiting is continuing in both open age and junior ranks. The senior side is training Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6pm until
7.30pm at the Camp Reserve and anyone interested in trying the sport is encouraged to come along and have a kick. The junior program will commence pre-season training on Wednesday March 2 at 5pm at the Camp Reserve and new players are most welcome, with vacancies in all age groups, Under 18, Under 16, Under 14 and Under 12s. For details, contact Georgia on 0438 849 365 or for juniors Stuart on 0439 391 014.
Mixed results for junior Tigers
The latest results for Kyneton Basketball Association's seven junior teams in the Bendigo Domestic 21/22 Summer Competition are brought to you by local major sponsor L & G Sheppard & Sons Kyneton. Results: Team Sponsor: L & G Sheppard & Sons Kyneton U14 Boys Div 2 Tigers Gold 28 lost to Braves 30 M. Liebelt 15
A. White 6 A. Connors 5 H. Strang 2 Team Sponsor: Hendersons The Gas People U16 Girls Div 1 Tigers Gold forfeit Generals Jets 20 Team Sponsor: Hendersons The Gas People U16 Girls Div 2 U14 Tigers Gold 32 def Generals Thunder 19 M. Wood 19
J. Young 9 A. Dietz 4 Team Sponsor: L & G Sheppard & Sons Kyneton U16 Boys Div 2 Tigers Gold 40 def Reform Landscaping Tigers Black 32 C. Eve 13 X. Dietz 9 A. Mills 6 B. Ryan 17 C. Blythe 6 M. Black 4 Team Sponsor: Young
Engineers U18 Boys Div 2 Tigers Gold 34 drew Phoenix Gold 34 M. Boyer 11 C. Young 6 B. Thompson 5 Team Sponsor: Eve-Trans U18 Boys Div 3 Tigers Black 29 lost to Strath Bombers 35 W. King 11 T. Ford 6 M. Hanegraaf 5
Bank bonanza Bill West
In a win-win outcome all round, the Riddell District Football Netball League has clinched a major new sponsorship deal with the Bendigo Bank, involving Community Bank outlets at Gisborne, Lancefield and Romsey, and other branches across the league’s wide area. “The RDFNL’s major focus is to reduce the cost for our clubs and participants and this sponsorship will enable the league to do this,” CEO Jordan Doyle said last week. He said the major agreement Bendigo Bank as the major sponsor of the Riddell League for the next two years, with an option of a third. Doyle explained that the sponsorship and contribution of Bendigo Bank will mean a saving of 24 per cent for the league’s clubs. It is expected affiliation fees will decline considerably, and there will be other flow-on savings to clubs, enabling them tore-invest in football and netball programs. Reducing fees considerably means less out-of-pocket expenses for players, families, coaches and clubs within the RDFNL area. Doyle said the Bendigo Bank is a wonderful community-orientated organisation which shared the same values as the league in wanting to grow and support the community. “We thank them for their support of our competitions and clubs.” OFFICIAL NAME The league will now be known as the ‘Bendigo Bank Riddell District Football League’. The name will be included in the league’s logo which will be seen on all communications, footballs, and uniforms. Community Bank Gisborne and District was on board as a league sponsor last season, and happily obliged to increase sponsorship and have Lancefield and Romsey Community Banks and other Bendigo Bank branches across the league into the new partnership, seen as mutually beneficial to all. With the announcement made last week, all member clubs are expected to be weighing up their options and potential savings well before the season begins in early April. The Bendigo Bank Junior Player of the Week and and the monthly Bendigo Bank Community Builder awards will continue.
The Woodend-Hesket Masters are calling on new players to join the club for a much-anticipated return to playing games this season.
Masters still getting a kick out of footy
They are grey, they are bald and they say they’re too old, but Woodend-Hesket Masters still get a kick out of footy… so says their club song. Masters football is for men aged from 35 years old with an emphasis on “footy for fun”, with games in the Victorian AFL Masters League more social than serious. After a disrupted two seasons because of COVID-19, the Woodend-Hesket Masters are calling on new players to join the club for a much-anticipated return to playing games this season. “Footy is more than a game for us, it’s about connection and socialising while getting fit playing a game we love,” said president Jason Koliba.
“Throughout COVID we trained whenever we could as it was a chance for us to get together and shake off the isolation blues.” Koliba said the club was set for a big year with games locked in and sponsors on board. “Despite a tough few years for local businesses, our sponsors have jumped on board again to support the best club in town,” Koliba said. “With many new families moving to the Macedon Ranges after so many months in lockdown in the city, we’d love to welcome any men wanting to make a heap of new mates while improving their physical and mental health. “You don’t need to be good, you don’t need to have
even played Aussie rules before, it’s about having fun. “We’ve got players from Ireland, England and even had an American playing with us, and we play against blokes from all walks of life. There’s no barriers, just a willingness to have fun while getting fit.” The club is recruiting new players for the 2022 season and is inviting anyone interested to join in training every Friday from 6.30pm at the Racecourse Oval at Buffalo Stadium on Forest Street. Nights may change to Thursday during cricket season with junior teams playing on Friday nights. For more details, go to the club’s Facebook page WoodendHesketMastersFC
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Fight on
After last week's results in the Northern District Croquet Association pennant competition, it's Division 3 that is the most interesting. At the start of play, four teams all had the chance to join Kyneton Yellow on two wins. Three of them succeeded and two went ahead on game points. The match played at Maldon was always likely to be the hardest fought affair as Maldon Maple and Kyneton Black both knew they had a chance of going top of the ladder and it turned into a real fight to decide the winner. The teams decided they would play the double's game first with Kyneton's Sue Chivers and Pat Fahy playing his first game of pennant taking the points with a narrow 7-5 win against Maldon's Mellissa Pollock and Rod Bennett. In the first singles game, Bennett beat Fahy 7-6 to put the teams level, then Chivers beat Pollock 7-5 to give Kyneton a two games to one lead. In the reverse singles, Bennett put the match back on even keel when he beat Chivers 7-5. It all came down to the final game in which Fahy beat Pollock 7-3 to give Kyneton Black the match 3 games to 2, which left them one point behind Kyneton Yellow on the ladder. The other two matches were being played on the lawns at Dixon Fields in Gisborne. The day started in misty rain as Macedon Mt Charlie with captain Noeline Richardson playing in only her second pennant match and partner Liz Harndon took on Maldon Birch's Cheryl Lang and Gavan McCarthy. It was a long day and by the time they finished they were playing in brilliant sunshine with the Mt Charlie pair handling the conditions better to run out comfortable winners. In the other match, two Macedon teams went head to head with Macedon Mt Towrong represented by Elizabeth Payne and Olwyn Snape proving too good for Macedon Mt Robertson's pair of Christabel Douglas and Denise Carter. The two winning Macedon teams both moved ahead of Kyneton Yellow on the ladder by having more game points. With Kyneton Yellow having the bye, they were unable to improve their tally of game points. In Division 2, Quarry Hill Miners represented by Ruth Iser and Jennifer Slattery continued their unbeaten run with a 4-1 win over Maldon Laburnum's Chris Cooper and Cheryl Kane while Kyneton Red had their first win of the season when Ruth Gallpen and Darryl Chivers had a decisive 4-1 win over the Quarry Hill Kookaburras' pair of Irene Murdoch and Barry Lovell. Quarry Hill Miners have now opened up a two game lead over the other three teams. In Division 1, Kyneton sealed the title with a third consecutive win over Quarry Hill.
Triples victors All happy: From left – major sponsor John Parks, tournament winners Mark Smoljo, Jimmy Cooper and Terry Kelly, LBC president Jeff Smith. The Kyneton team of Jimmy Cooper, Terry Kelly and Mark Smoljo Shipcott for her organisational and catering skills. A champion on (s) were successful in the annual Lancefield Invitation Triples Tournaand off the green. He warmly praised long-time tournament major ment held on Sunday. sponsors in Romsey Hot Bread (John and Fay Parks) and TJ Scott & Unbeaten after four games, they had to survive a five-ends play-off Son, in addition to Mt William Tree Nursery, Lancefield Hardware and against the only other four-game winners, namely Gary Dickenson, Lancefield Providore. Aaron Andrews, and Aaron Young (s), who were warmly welcomed John Parks presented the trophies and said the Kyneton trio were back to their former club. very worthy additions to the honour bard for this event. Smoljo and co. led 4-2 after four ends, and after Young’s drive Responding, Smoljo said it was always pleasing to come to Lancemissed, the Kyneton lineup was victorious. field and play in tournaments, promising to be back again next year. Lancefield president Jeff Smith thanked all the visiting bowlers for Various clubs are conducting tournaments at this time of the year, supporting the annual tournament, and specially singled out Annie and appreciate the support from neighbouring and visiting clubs.
Gisborne by four shots Bill West
Highlands division one ladder-leader Gisborne survived a strong challenge from fifth-placed Kyneton on Saturday, eventually winning by four shots. With two rounds remaining before the semi-finals, Gisborne, Kyneton Golf and Romsey are safe in the top four, but Lancefield has a shaky hold on fourth spot after going down by seven shots at Trentham. At home, Gisborne was glad to scrape home with the big shock being the first loss of the season by Ethan Higgins’ four, beaten by 11 shots by Mark Smoljo’s lineup. Fortunately for Gisborne, Garry’s Candy’s crew outplayed Craig Vincent by 14 shots to give the home side a buffer. A good effort by a Kyneton side now facing up to the in-form second-placed Kyneton Golf this Saturday. Golf has huge incentive knowing Romsey is looking to sneak into second spot. At Trentham, the home side and Lancefield – out to halt a losing streak against down-the-ladder teams – were involved in a tight match. A late surge from Barry Mahar’s four made the difference, despite Bev Holmes drawing to perfection and winning by seven. Trentham skipper Paul Hinneberg produced some very telling bowls at the right time; three notable ones meant a 12-shot turnaround on the head. Lancefield now face a crucial ‘must win’ encounter against Broadford on Saturday, turning round the outcome of their earlier
match. Kyneton Golf showed no mercy, outclassing Diggers Rest by 40 shots in the remaining match. Current ladder: Gisborne 191, Kyneton Golf 189, Romsey 179, Lancefield 157, Kynton 146, Kilmore 132, Trentham 111, Broadford 105, Diggers Rest 56. GOLF ON RAMPAGE Kyneton Golf is on a winning rampage in division two, after a slow start to the season. A 37-shot margin saw Golf replace Woodend in top spot, with the latter sliding to fourth. Gary Dickerson’s rink was on fire at Macedon, chalking up 47 shots as the fifth placed side easily accounted for cellar dweller Trentham. Ladder: Kyneton Golf 184, Gisborne 179, Romsey 177, Woodend 173, Macedon 157, Broadford 123, Kilmore 119, Kyneton 93, Trentham 75. In division three, with just this Saturday’s round to go before the semi-finals, the double chance lies between Macedon and Diggers Rest, and fourth place is still open. Ladder: Gisborne3 159, Macedon 121, Diggers Rest 120, Gisborne4 100, Lancefield 91, Romsey 84, Woodend 66. BOWLS SCORES DIVISION 1 Gisborne 69 d Kyneton 65.E. Higgins 13 lost to M. Smoljo 24, A. Higgins 24 d D. Edmondston 23, G. Candy 32 d C. Vincent 18. Trentham 59 d Lancefield 52. B. Mahar 25 d C. Jolly 15, P. Hinneberg 20 d J. Holmes 17, H. Plias 14 lost to B. Holmes 21.
Kyneton Golf 71 d Diggers Rest 31. A. Plowman 21 d M. Clohesy 11, G. Edwards 20 d R. Treweek 10, A. Barker 30 d R. Reidy 10. Broadford 63 d Kilmore 63. D. Ellis23 d J. Reimann 13, R. Chapman 20 lost to P. Newell 29, D. Kelly 20 d P. Skehan 11. DIVISION 2 Kyneton Golf 89 d Woodend 52. C. Scott 34 d M. Dornau 11, P. Williams 27 d N. Bickerdyke 25, J. Trounce 28 d S. Pickles 16. Broadford 60 d Kyneton 57. J. Fitzgerald 21 d M. Bermingham 10, A. Goring 12 lost to B. Toll 27, M. Goddard 19 lost to R. Ackroyd 20. Macedon 86 d Trentham 49. R. Stapleton 21 d D. Walsh 15, S. Gillman 18 lost to P. Healy 26, G. Dickerson 48 d P. Hanson 8. Gisborne 74 d Kilmore 39. L. Ball 27 d L. Hodgson 14, K. Jared 23 d K. Campbell 14, R. Newton 24 d K. Owens 11. DIVISION 3 Gisborne3 75 d Romsey 36. T. Woodlock 16 lost to T. Watson 19, R. Formica 34 d H. Rose 6, C. Butterley 26 d C. Dean 16. Lancefield 56 lost to Gisborne4 63. A. Shipcott 14 lost to J. Kinton 22, S. Climas 20 lost to R. Sellman 22, L. Howlett 22 d P. Warrener 19. Macedon 69 d Woodend 49. M. Keenan 19 d L. Scott 18, L. Gent 26 d R. Smithies 21, B. Wasyl 24 d I. Fletcher 10. Kilmore 46 lost to Diggers Rest 70. S. Duff 11 lost to E. Nolan 27, N. Beard 13 lost to S. Crimmins 29, B. Barnes 22 d F. Bonnici 14.
Lovin’ Laughs brings joy Bill West
First city win: Lovin’ Laughs after taking out the Ladbrokes Fast Withdrawals Handicap. Photo: Racing Photos/Pat Scala
Kyneton galloper Lovin’ Laughs broke through for his first city win by the narrowest of margins on Wednesday, much to the delight of trainer Mick Sell and connections. The victory at Sandown Hillside was the five-year-old gelding’s fourth from 18 starts. The first two were on debut by four lengths at Echuca and in the follow-up run in Moe in late 2020. Experienced horseman Sell has always been convinced Lovin’ Laughs was a prospective city winner, based on early ability shown in trackwork. At his two previous runs he had run fourth and second and Sandown, and was sent out as a $12 chance last week, with Jamie Mott in the saddle again. In front at the 200m mark of the BM64 event, Lovin’ Laughs looked to be a sitting duck, but fought on very well to take the money. He is raced by the Miles family, of harness racing fame from the Romsey/Monegeetta area. He was only the second galloper they had bred when he made his debut at Echuca.
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SPORTS wrap CDCA action heats up as finals loom
There were some great contests in the Castlemaine District Cricket Association last weekend with a few matches coming right down to the wire. Highlights for the round were Barkers Creek A Grade batsman Sean Smith's 141 not out and Harcourt B Grade bowler Brian O'Connor's 5-13 effort with the ball. Results were as follows: A Grade Round 13 Maiden Gully 126 (B Pearce 62; J Chaffey 3-29, M McKimmie 2-14, A Goddard 2-25) lost to Castlemaine United 5-127 (N Kearton 64, L Chaffey 31). Muckleford 140 (E Gingell 57, J Watson 43; L Walker 3-29, T Reece 2-14) lost to Newstead 7-159(cc) (T Reece 50, S Winnard 35; D Peckham 4-28, T Geddes 2-38). Barkers Creek 4-337(cc) (S Smith 141*, D Semmens 87, B Henderson 81; C McKendry 2-39) d Guildford 6-246 (T Thomas 68, N Webster 61*, C McKendry 49; J Entwistle 4-38, D Semmens 2-27). North Castlemaine had the bye. A Reserve Round 12 Castlemaine United 128 (M Van Poppel 4-19, J Morgan 2-20, S Van Poppel 2-32) lost to Maiden Gully 9-149(cc) (D Plowright 66*; C McLennan 3-13). Harcourt 8-148(cc) (W Shiell 3-18, N Robinson 3-26) lost to Hepburn 8-163 (N Robinson 68, B Yanner 33). Newstead 145 (J Smith 61; H Coombes 3-28, J Cole 2-20) lost to Muckleford 7-147 (T Butcher 48; R Pedretti 3-36). Guildford 8-114 (D Scofield 3-11, J Ginnivan 3-20) d Barkers Creek 112 (B Gurd 39; S Shovan 4-24, J Collie 3-27, G Phillipson 2-43). B Grade Round 11 North Castlemaine 0-125 (D Strauss 69*, T Cox 51*) d Maiden Gully 9-119(cc)
Maiden Gully’s A Reserve side made 149 and followed it up with a good bowling performance to defeat Castlemaine United at the Camp Reserve: Photo: Max Lesser (D Williams 4-9, M Stahl 2-7). Muckleford Maroon 6-200(cc) (T Chapple 58, DA Slingo 39, B McGuire 32*; E Righetti 2-41) d Newstead 3-165(cc) (P Righetti 50*, T Chapman 41, L Chapman 36, S Carmichael 30*; C Butcher 2-28). Taradale 5-219(cc) (S Learmonth 54*, S Curnow 51, A Young 48; M Kennedy 2-16) d Muckleford Gold 83 (D Stone 3-7, D Daly 2-24, D Maerz 2-25). Hepburn 6-180(cc) (M Yanner 56*; D Barraclough 3-18) d Castlemaine Blue 9-166(cc) (D Barraclogh 77; J Murphy 4-35, L Olver 2-24, K Cummins 2-24). Castlemaine Gold 9-112 (M Thilakasiri 45; B O'Connor 5-13, M Simmins 2-22) d
Harcourt 103 (M Perrett 2-1, A Bomareddy 2-8, J Wilson 2-10). Guildford had the bye. Women's Round 6 Guildford 2-103(cc) d Castlemaine United Blue 2-45. Castlemaine United Gold 16(cc) (FP Gardner 2-2) lost to Newstead 3-89(cc). Hepburn 5-107(cc) d Harcourt 8-59(cc). Barkers Creek 5-150 (T Davidge 44*; S Fisher 3-1) d Maiden Gully 6-73 (G Smith 2-2, J Martin 2-3). C Grade Junior/Under 16 Round 7, Day One Castlemaine United Gold v Newstead 8-147 (R Muscat 32; M Matheson 2-15).
Harcourt 147 (D Keogh-Frankling 31; L Bruce 3-28, J Anderson 2-10) v North Castlemaine/Guildford. Muckleford 3-132(cc) (E Haywood 39) v Castlemaine United Blue. Under 13 Round 8 Castlemaine United Gold v Castlemaine United Blue – no result provided. Muckleford Gold v Harcourt – no result provided. Newstead 8-87(cc) (S Gross 3-3, J Smith 2-2) drew with Muckleford Maroon 4-107(cc). Hepburn v Castlemaine United White – no result provided.
Heavyweights set to clash Bill West
The business end of the McIntyre Cup season is fast approaching, and this Saturday there are testing round 14 matches between teams who have reason to fancy their finals prospects. The Gisborne District Cricket Association is experimenting with a final six in its top two grades, and this Saturday at Gardiner Reserve the top two sides in Sunbury United and Gisborne clash. Then third-placed Bacchus Marsh is at home to Romsey (fourth), and sixth-placed Woodend will be looking for a win over Sunbury Kangaroos. Last Saturday’s highlight in McIntyre Cup was the lastover victory by Gisborne at Bacchus Marsh, allowing the Dragons to move to second place. Bacchus Marsh compiled 6/174 c.c. (S. Lalor 53, B. Payne 36) from 45 overs, and Gisborne replied with 8/176, Paddy McKenna’s run-a-ball 62 being the highlight in a closely fought contest. Chris Burkett’s quality 106 (12 fours, three sixes) highlighted Romsey’s methodical 3/234, with Will Collins 49 and Ben Way 28 both unbeaten. Rupertswood replied with 114 (Andrew Pizaro 66 – Louis Moor 4-16, Aaron Paterson 3-19). In other matches Wallan 6/199 c.c. (M. Clayton 73, B. Vance 66 – Tom Robson 3-28) ) defeated Woodend 114 (C. Veechie 4-17, R. Bonner 3-17); East Sunbury 9/104 c.c. lost to Sunbury United 3/107; and Diggers Rest/Bulla 7/170 c.c. (N. De Silva 80 n.0.) beat Sunbury Kangaroos 9/164. Johnstone Shield: Gisborne 9/169 c.c. (W. Mackay 43, G. Waites 34, N. Aikman 3-31) lost to Macedon 3/170 (C. Ingleton 76 n.o., D. Trotta 38, B. Scott 33); Kyneton 118 (K. Cordy 29 – E. Mouat 4-20) lost to Riddell 2/122; Romsey 7/215 c.c. (J. Thorsen 56, N. Hoy 41, C. Day 37 n.o.) d Aintree 135 (Day 4-21, D. Paterson 3-31). Jensen Shield: St Anthonys 9/177 c.c. (Z. Gilbert 57 – M. Bowden 4-22) lost to Lancfield 2/179 (C. Sankey 87 n.o., Bowden 59) in 32 overs; Gisborne 6/172 c.c. (D. Ward 35, S. Neil 27, J. Poyser 27) d Diggers Rest/Bulla 9/136; Woodend 3/163 c.c. (B. Gardner 63 n.o., K. Else 51) lost to Hanging Rock 7/166 (A. Warne 40 n.o., S. Zubrycki 35Z. Watkins 31); Blackwood 200 (B. Whitehouse 74, L. Whitehouse 66) d Sunbury 4/126.
Division one: Gisborne 7/109 c.c. (J. McKibbin 46 n.o.) lost to Rupertswood 2/113; Trentham 7/110 c.c. lost to Bacchus Marsh 3/120. THREE CENTURIES Three batsmen came up with centuries in the lower grades, with Romsey’s Pat Brady scoring 103 against Malmsbury, opener Michael Kays retiring on 104 for Gisborne against Rupertswood Gold, and David Robinson scoring 100 unbeaten in Hanging Rock’s blistering 0/172 from 17.4 overs against Diggers Rest/Bulla. Division 2: Macedon 5/193 c.c.(C. Pender 68, E. Ferguson 49) d Riddell 9/179 (M. Lloyd 54C. Karvala 37 – C. Howlett 4-13); Bacchus Marsh 3/144 c.c. (H. Walker 3-8) lost to Kyneton 3/149 (N. Tunzi ret. hurt 62); Rupertswood 4/281 c.c d Gisborne 142. Division 3: Diggers Rest/Bulla 9/165 c.c. (J. Milson 3-6, N. Maxted 3-28) lost to Hanging Rock 0/172 (D. Robinson 100 n.o., O. Watt 61 n.o.); Melton Centrals 9/108 c.c. d Woodend 93 (J. Connelly 6-7); Rupertswood 134 (J. Brewer 5-31) d Gisborne 125 (J. Bannam 58 n.o.). Club North: Kyneton 6/174 c.c (B. Ryan 41, T. Ingleton 39) d Wallan 7/98 A. Nolte 4-8, M. Rutledge 3-3); Lancefield 9/79 c.c. lost to Macedon 2/83. Hanging Rock 9/145 c.c. (A. Vincent 41 – W. Mooney 3-12) lost to Gisborne 6/147 (S. Shaw 81 n.o. – T. Place 3-14) at Dixon Field. Club South: Gisborne 3/229 c.c. (M. Kays 104 ret., P. Sankey 52) d Rupertswood Gold 8/175 (J. Verghese 55). Cricket ladders With two rounds to go before finals begin, positions of teams in the top three grades in the Gisbone District Cricket Association are: McIntyre Cup (top six into finals): Sunbury United 69, Gisborne 57, Bacchus Marsh 54, Romsey 51, Wallan 39, Woodend 30, Diggers Rest/Bulla 27, Rupertswood 24, Sunbury Kangaroos 21, East Sunbury 18. Johnstone Shield (top six): Bacchus Marsh 63, Macedon 60, Romsey 51, Gisborne 39, Aintree 39, Sunbury United 36, Eynesbury 33, Riddell30, Kyneton 27, East Sunbury 12. Jensen Shield (top four): Bacchus Marsh 57, Lancefield 57, St Anthonys 51, Blackwood 51, Hanging Rock 45, Gisborne 42, Malmsbury 33, Woodend 24, Diggers Rest 21, Sunbury 9.
Centuries to Matt Cox and Justin Murphy ensured Malmsbury’s division two side had a good win on Saturday.
Batting blitz
Centuries to Matt Cox and Justin Murphy ensured Malmsbury’s division two side had a good win on Saturday, but the Berries Jensen Shield and North grade sides were outplayed. Batting first, skipper Cox 111 (15 fours, one six) and opener Murphy, 100 not out, led the way in scoring 2/272 against St Anthonys. The home side replied with 4/154 (Daniel Letchford 37 – Lewis Kosmac two wickets). Batting first in Jensen Shield, the Berries suffered another mid-innings collapse to be bundled out for 108 (Tom Logan 31 – Robert Strugnell four wickets). Bacchus Marsh rattled up 5/126 in reply – Palmy Singh two wickets). North grade saw Romsey batsmen shine with 3/262 in 35 overs, led by Pat Brady 103 and Dan Wright 69. Wickets were shared. The Berries replied with 3/128, Simon Rogers 33 and
Grant Sharp 27 both undefeated. Jason Day two wickets. This weekend: Lancefield away (Jensen) and Rupertswood (Division 2) at MCG. U17s tie Malmsbury U17 girls played their final cricket match for the season at the weekend, and it ended in a thrilling tie at Bacchus Marsh. From 20 overs, with the Berries using nine bowlers, the home side compiled 2/109 c.c. (Emma Niessen 28 – Anna Mifsud 1-9). Malmsbury scored freely early with Nikola Cox 28 retired and Steph Sharp 21 run out batting brightly. With the match in the balance, a tie resulted with Malmsbury 6/109. “Considering almost all these girls did not know what a cricket ball was at the start of the season, their improvement has been out of sight. Bring on next season,” one avid Berries supporter commented.
48-Tuesday, February 22, 2022
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