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After a covid hit that put things on hold and them pared them back, the festival will have its gala opening for 2022 at the Kyneton Mechanics Institute on Thursday September 1 from 7.30pm.

It's on that evening that we will have a new royal family reigning over Kyneton and all it has to offer during its annual spectacular.

The King and Queen have been chosen from community nominations and the royal children have been nominated this year by their primary schools, Kyneton Primary and Our Lady of the Rosary.

This year’s King will be Mark James and Eva Thieu will be crowned as Queen. The princesses will be Molly Atkinson and Mabel Pearce and princes Alfie Grant and Miles Rayner.

Also on festival opening evening, winners of the Daffodil Art Prize, the Art Photography Prize and the Rotary Youth Art Awards will be announced. All entries for the Arts Prize and the Youth Art Awards will be on display at the opening. Also announced will be the winners of the Leo Ramsdale Memorial window decorating competition sponsored by the Midland Express.

The inventive skills of Kyneton’s scarecrow makers will be on display for all to enjoy again during this year's Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival.

There will be prizes for the best scarecrow over-all, the best community scarecrow, best individual crow, best business scarecrow as well as the most popular scarecrow.

People will be able to drive around town to find them and visit shops and businesses to choose their favourites. Scarecrow location maps will be available at the Mechanics Institute.

This year the festival theme is Jubilee Gold and scarecrows can reflect this theme or just be how their inventor chooses them to be.

People can vote for their favourite scarecrow at the Kyneton Mechanics Institute, which will be open daily during the festival from September 2-11 when not a single crow should be seen in the skies above town!

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Malmsbury Primary School students joined the mass vocal rehearsal at Melbourne Town Hall last week in preparation for the Victorian State Schools Spectacular. Photo: Mark Dadswell Full story, page 4.

A neighbourhood battery could soon provide back-up power during unplanned outages for Macedon Ranges' east if the project gains support.

A Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group study identified North Woodend, Newham and Lancefield as most impacted by unplanned power outages in the Ranges.

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outages, lasting more often than average," said David Gormley O'Brien, MRSG president.

Almost half of the unplanned outages lasted four hours or more and impact about 2600 homes and businesses in the Newham, Cobaw and Lancefield area.

Dr Gormley O'Brien said the feeder had presented problems for the past 10 years.

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Fined for firewood Harcourt and Maryborough men were among six people fined for breaching firewood collection rules over a two-week period.

All six were fined for removing firewood outside a designated firewood collection area with two of them receiving extra fines for illegally driving off-road.

The 36-year-old Maryborough man was fined $727 for collecting wood from Maryborough State Forest.

The 21-year-old Harcourt man was fined $740 for collecting wood from Longbush State Forest.

Forest Fire Management Victoria senior forest and fire operations officer, Tim Wishart, said authorised officers fined these people after a successful investigation into community reports.

“Two men cutting wood in Longbush State Forest were caught by authorised officers on regular patrols,” Mr Wishart said.

“Anyone found cutting or taking firewood from state forests outside designated firewood collection areas or firewood collection periods will be fined and potentially prosecuted.

“It’s great to see most people are doing the right thing and sticking to the collection seasons and designated areas, however people should know authorised officers regularly patrol parks, forests and reserves to catch those who aren’t.

“We would also like to thank community members who contacted DELWP to report this suspicious behaviour. It is through community reporting that we were able to identify and fine four of the people.”

Firewood is a shared resource that needs to be managed in a sustainable way to protect the environment, including native wildlife habitat. Those caught breaking firewood collection rules can face penalties of up to $9246 or a year in prison. Vehicles and equipment may also be seized.

The community can also report the illegal cutting or removal of firewood anonymously by calling DELWP at 136 186 or their local DELWP or Parks Victoria depot.

The 2022 spring domestic firewood collection season runs from September 1 until November 30.

Information about firewood collection rules be found at: vic.gov.au/collecting-firewood

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Macedon Ranges' own talent will be showcased at this year's Victorian State Schools Spectacular in September.

Tap dancer Lana Hughes will debut as part of the main cast with a speciality act, representing Kyneton High School.

The role has always been a dream for the dancer who first picked up her tap shoes in 2011.

"Everybody at Spec wants to see you succeed, perform and have fun," she told the Express.

"My weekends at the performing arts unit are always packed with smiles and laughter. Everybody there is just so talented: I’m working with gymnasts who have represented Victoria at national championships, dancers who live in Melbourne and of course, literal circus artists who train at Nation Institute of Circus Arts.

"All the teachers are just so enthusiastic and are so knowledgeable about performing, they have so much knowledge to teach every week and are constantly coming up with awesome new ideas."

The year 11 student was scheduled to dance in last year's show, which was cancelled due to the pandemic. Before then, Lana performed in the mass choir with Kyneton Primary School in 2017.

Joining Lana for the big day is year 10 Kyneton High School student Darby Harrison who is part of the backstage crew, assisting with stage management.

Malmsbury Primary School will also Tap dancer Lana Hughes will debut as part of the main cast of the Victoria an return to the stage with a State Schooll Spectacular. group of 15 students as part Photo: Mark Dadswell of the Mass Choir.

It is a huge commitment by all the students as they have been rehearsing every week since March in preparation.

They have choreography and nine songs to learn; among them are: You Raise Me Up, Eleanor Rigby, You Can't Stop The Beat, and When Love Takes Over.

Students have met for a Mass Choir rehearsal twice at the Melbourne Town Hall.

After months of dedication, the group is now prepared for the big performance.

The Victorian State Schools Spectacular will take place at the John Cain Arena in Melbourne on September 10.

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Mount Macedon resident Amanda Millar is making another bid to win a place in state parliament.

Ms Millar is on the Coalition ticket for the Upper House seat of Northern Victoria at the forthcoming election.

She was an unsuccessful Liberal candidate for the seat of Macedon

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"We just aren’t truly represented in the halls of power."

The region of Northern Victoria covers the lower house seats of Bendigo East, Bendigo West, Macedon, Yan Yean, Mildura, Shepparton, Murray Plains, Ovens Valley, Euroa, Benambra and Eildon.

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Long-time Liberal MP Wendy Lovell will be number one on the Coalition’s Northern Victoria how to vote card, with a Nationals member number two, and Ms Millar in the third position.

Five MPs will be elected for the very large electorate.

Some years ago Ms Millar served in the Upper House, filling a vacancy when fellow Liberal Donna Petrovich tried to move from state to federal politics. The Liberal Party is yet to announce a candidate for the seat of Macedon.

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The Animal Justice Party has endorsed Georgie Purcell as the Lead Upper House Candidate for Northern Victoria at the November state election.

Ms Purcell is a local animal rescuer who lives in Kyneton with 16 rescued sheep, three horses, a 42-year-old donkey, four expuppy farm dogs and four rescue cats.

She currently works as chief of staff to Animal Justice Party MP Andy Meddick, and after four years achieving political change for animals and other important social issues, has decided to run as a candidate to stand beside him in parliament.

Ms Purcell is passionate about ending recreational duck shooting, protecting wildlife, creating a new position of Minister for Animal Protection, incentivising plant-based agriculture and improving affordability and accessibility of veterinary services.

Before working in parliament, Ms Purcell was a union official.

She is also admitted as an Australian lawyer and is a graduate of Melbourne University’s Pathways to Politics Program for Women.

As well as her passion for animal protection, she cares about job security, improving access to abortion and other health services in regional areas and the representation of young women in political systems.

"Despite so many political decisions impacting young people and women, we are still under-represented in political systems," she said.

"I want young women like myself to be able to see themselves in politics.

“Millennials like myself are often given a rough go – but we are actually more politically engaged than ever.

"We are passionate about fighting the climate emergency, housing affordability, job security, ending animal cruelty, First Nations justice and equality for women and LGBTQIA+ communities.

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A new automated external defibrillator has been installed at Western AG Kyneton for community use.

The company's Community Defib Project was initiated from Western AG’s Supporting Communities Campaign, which involves donating AEDs to rural communities across Western AG’s regional footprint.

Cardiac arrest continues to be one of the leading causes of death in Australia and research shows, survival rates of up to 70 per cent can be achieved if an AED is on hand.

“Installing an AED outside the store was a logical choice for the community as there is significant daily traffic along the Calder Freeway, as well as local traffic in and out of the Kyneton Industrial Estate,” said Raquel Tyler, Western AG, Kyneton branch manager.

Chris Drew, Western AG's manager of business development, said the project would assist the broader community.

"In this case, establishing an AED installation project for communities in need was practical and something that we are proud to offer,” he said.

The AED device is located at 57 Edgecombe Road on the front of the building and will be accessible to the community during business hours. It has also been registered with Ambulance Victoria.

Nufarm Australia’s Peter O’Keeffe is pictured with Chris Drew and Raquel Tyler of Western AG at the new AED site.

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Upgrades to the Melbourne Road and Kilmore Road intersection in Gisborne are now complete.

The $12.5 million works included a new roundabout, shared user paths for cyclists and pedestrians and improved street lighting.

A new and wider bridge over Bunjil Creek was built adjacent to the intersection to allow enough room for the safety upgrades. The new bridge features bluestone re-used from the previous bridge.

The upgrade was completed months ahead of schedule.

This was possible due to the closure of the intersection during works.

All detours and temporary traffic restrictions have now been removed.

Neighbourhood battery push

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"By working with Powercor to install a neighbourhood battery along this electricity feeder, it is expected that disruption to customers upstream of the battery can be reduced," he said.

"The battery is expected to provide short-term back-up for basic power usage, within the time it will take to restore services.

"Most outages are short-term and removing those is a start."

MRSG is partnering with Powercor to gain community support for the installation of the 500kw battery along the WND013 feeder line.

The battery is expected to cost around $500,000 and would be government funded in partnership with Powercor.

Council news We’re driving towards zero emissions

Harnessing wind to power Council buildings and upgrading street lighting to LEDs are two goals we’re delivering on, as part of our plan to achieve zero-net emissions by 2025.

We have also purchased our first electric vehicle for our fleet and installed a new charger, marking the beginning of our electric vehicle transition.

These are just a few of the milestones we have achieved as part of the Roadmap to Carbon Neutrality 2020-2025, which outlines the priorities for us to achieve zero net emissions by 2025.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE RE FEES

Mount Alexander Shire councillors Rosie Annear and Stephen Gardner are pictured with Bendigo MP Lisa Chesters at Friday’s funding announcement at the intersection of Fogartys Gap and Woodbrook Roads.

Lisa Dennis Walmer's notorious Fogartys Gap Road is one of 47 roads across the state to be upgraded thanks to an injection of funds from the federal government's Black Spot Program.

Bendigo MP and Victorian Black Spot Consultative Panel chair, Lisa Chesters, visited Walmer on Friday to announce an allocation of $18.4 million to substantially improve 47 dangerous crash sites on Victorian roads in 2022–23.

Mount Alexander Shire Council will receive $1.2 million towards continuing its road widening improvement works in

Fogartys Gap Road where three lives have been lost in recent years.

The latest funding will assist council to widen the road to include 1.5-metre-wide sealed shoulders, improve delineation, extend culverts with trafficable end walls and remove roadside hazards, particularly nearby the intersection of Fogartys Gap and Woodbrook Roads.

Mount Alexander Shire councillors Rosie Annear and Stephen Gardner were on site Friday to welcome the announcement.

"This is something we have been working towards for about five years. The project got as far as it could and was just

waiting for the injection of federal funds," Cr Gardner said.

"We are grateful to Lisa for her support in making this funding possible. We have the contractors ready to go and can't wait to see this important project completed."

Ms Chesters said the Bureau of Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Economics had found that Black Spot projects reduced the number of crashes causing death and injury by 30 per cent on average.

She said the panel also had the Fogartys Gap Road-Calder Freeway intersection – where a further four people had lost their lives – on its radar for future works.

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A fantastic fundraising event featuring Dave Larkin from Dallas Crane, and indie/ rock band Rudely Interrupted will be held at Castlemaine's Bridge Hotel this Saturday to support local family, Kendall Ingham and Trent Gibson and their children, Ruby and Neko.

Fourteen-year-old Ruby has a rare genetic mutation of the CHD2 gene, which means she has epileptic seizures every day. She struggles to speak, cannot read or write, and walking is very difficult.

"Sadly, Ruby becomes more regressed each year, which is hard," said Ruby’s mum, Kendall.

"But Ruby is adorable and having good friends helps!"

The good news is that research into this gene and the CHD2 condition is making progress and there is hope that this will one day lead to a medicine or treatment that can help Ruby and other people affected by this condition around the world.

The fundraiser is being organised by a group of family friends, Kate, Amy, Kylie, Bernie, Claire and Liz, who wanted to show this beautiful family their support. The event will help raise funds for research into CHD2 through ticket sales at the door and a raffle, to be drawn at the event.

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For more information about Coalition to Cure CHD2 or to donate directly, see www. curechd2.org.

Thanks to incredible support from local businesses, there are some amazing raffle prizes to be won on the day. The Bridge Hotel has not only provided the venue but also a dinner for two as a raffle prize.

Shedshaker Brewing has donated a keg to help raise money through beer sales. The Theatre Royal has also donated two double passes to a live show of the winner’s choice.

Other raffle prizes include generous vouchers from Saff’s Café, St Florian’s Café, The Corner Store and Super Hero, along with two cases of delicious Harcourt Valley Wine and more!

The Fundraiser For Ruby will run from 1pm to 4.30pm this Saturday August 27 at The Bridge Hotel, Castlemaine. Tickets at the door $20 for adults, $10 children over 12 years.

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The acclaimed ‘one-man-band’ Uptown Brown will be performing at The Romsey Lancefield Historical Society’s Father’s Day Family Fair at Seymour Cottage.

Brown is a man who has worn many hats in his colourful life. He claims occupations such as inventor, musician, aviator and adventurer, to name but a few.

Without a doubt his crowning glory is the patented ‘Goodtimes Gyrotorscope’ – a musical instrument that enables him to play multiple instruments at once.

His repertoire is described as "a primitive mix of 1920s and 1930s jazz and blues", which he has taken to street corners across five continents.

The Father's Day fair will be held at Seymour Cottage, 20 Palmer Street, Romsey, on Sunday September 4. Gates open at 10am and entry is by gold coin donation.

The historical society is also welcoming Neighbourhood Houses and community groups to talk about themselves.

This family fair will include talks by two heritage professionals who contributed their knowledge of the cottage and the garden to the recently completed Conservation Management Plan.

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Food and wine, sandwiches, scones, tea and coffee can be purchased. There will also be face-painting and pass the parcel for children. Plants will be available for sale too.

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New chapter for local clinic are striving to continue to entice more GPs to the region and our team to cater for the ever-growing Castlemaine district community,” he said.

The clinic hosts medical students from the Monash University and Registrars through the Australian General Practice Training Program (AGPT) on a regular basis.

This enables them to get a taste of working in rural medicine. Many have grown to love the region and decided to call Castlemaine home.

Dr Mark Farrugia said the receptionists and administration staff are the unsung heroes and backbone of the long running clinic.

“They too are the ones who have been working at the coalface during this pandemic, trying to ensure our patients can be seen as quickly as possible and have their needs addressed.

“Nothing happens without their input and the practice couldn’t operate without them,” Dr Farrugia said.

Dr Dominic Blanks said despite the challenges the Covid Pandemic has brought, there has also been a number of positives.

“Telehealth services continue to provide a convenient option for our patients and the advent of electronic scripts means that scripts can now be sent directly to the patient’s phone,” he said.

“Over the last 24 months our clinic has continued to strive to deliver the best care we can to the community. With that in mind we are also excited to release a new App that we think will enhance delivery of that care and remove some of the bottlenecks within the clinic to make the patient experience less stressful,” Dr Blanks said.

The new free ‘AMS Connect App’ will allow you to book appointments on your phone (in addition to via the web page), remotely check yourself in on arrival, organise your family members’ details, receive SMS information about your health care and allow video conferencing securely from within the application if that is convenient for you.

“This additional service will supplement our current processes and offer those who wish to use this technology to their benefit to do so. We will of course be happy to talk to you in person if IT is not your forte!” Dr Blanks said.

Over the coming months reception staff will be moving

around the office to support patients utilising this new service.

The new owners say they look forward to taking the Goldfields Medical Group into a bright future which continues to build on the successes of the past.

“Our dedicated team look forward to seeing you at Goldfields Medical Group soon,” they said.

HOW TO GET THE APP: You can download the new ‘AMS Connect App’ in several ways: - Go to our new website at www.goldfieldsmedicalgroup.com.au and follow the links found under the dropdown called ‘Online Bookings App’.

- If you are registered for SMS at the clinic you will receive an SMS over the coming month which will direct you to the app location to download.

- Scan the QR Code for your respective clinic location in the advertisement below and follow the prompts.

There is additional information on the clinic website under ‘Online Bookings App’ about downloading, remote self-check-in and switching between if you have any issues.

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The team at Lyttleton Street Medical Clinic are moving into an exciting new chapter with the establishment of the Goldfields Medical Group – (GMG).

The local clinic was originally founded in August 1982 by highly respected local GPs Dr Daniel Silver and Dr Rebecca Dale and over the last four decades has grown into one of the largest and busiest clinics in the shire.

With Drs Silver and Dale slowly winding back and beginning to look towards retirement, Lyttleton Street Clinic GPs Drs Richard Mayes, Dominic Blanks, Mark Farrugia and Kirby Jefferies have now taken on stewardship of Lyttleton Street Medical Clinic.

Together with their experienced team of staff they are looking to take the clinic forward into a new era under the banner ‘Goldfields Medical Group’ with the next generation of doctors and latest general practice IT support structures for patients, all the while retaining the ethos of patient centred care that has been the cornerstone of the practice for the last 40 years, a legacy built by Dr. Dale and Silver.

Dr Mayes said Dr Silver and Dr Dale built the clinic from the ground up.

“Dr Silver opened the doors in nearby Templeton Street in February 1980. Dr Dale later joined when the new Lyttleton St Clinic opened in August 1982. Since then, many GPs have come and gone, but they have remained the driving force behind the clinic which is now proudly caring for a fourth generation of local families,” he said.

Dr Dale celebrates 40 years in general practice in Castlemaine this month, and Dr. Silver has been treating the Castlemaine community for 42 years.

In addition to general practice clinic work, the GPs at Lyttleton Street Clinic, along with the other Castlemaine medical clinics are proud to provide GP services at Dhelkaya Health (formally Castlemaine Health). This ensures patients can see a rostered on-call doctor at the hospital’s Urgent Care Centre 24/7, be cared for by their usual doctor if admitted or if living in a residential facility.

Dr Mayes reflected that, “The last two years have been particularly challenging but we have continued to adapt, evolve and expand the services at our clinic to suit the changing needs of our community. Our clinic is now operating over two sites; 38 and 64 Lyttleton Street and we

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Former Harcourt resident and talented plein air artist Ben Winspear was back in town on Friday to launch his latest exhibition in the gallery space at Harcourt Produce and General Store.

The award-winning Carlton-based artist and tutor said it was great to be able to share his latest works with the local community.

"I lived in Harcourt for a number of years and have family and friends in the region. I still love coming back," he said.

"Harcourt is my favourite place in the state to paint. The landscape around Harcourt North in particular has a unique, special feel, an energy to it. It's beautiful."

Winspear said he was a third-generation artist and painting was in his blood.

"My grandfather was a well-known portrait painter in London," he said.

"I worked in various trades and enjoyed tutoring with painter Lance McNeill before eventually pursing art full-time in my early 30s.

"It was a natural decision, it's all I wanted to do."

Winspear has travelled the world three times over with his well-loved plein air kit in tow.

"I was fortunate enough to win the A.M.E. Bale Travelling Scholarship in 2016, which carries a $50,000 prize," he said.

"Alice Marion Ellen Bale was a Castlemaine and Kew based artist and Castlemaine Art Museum has several of her works.

"This enabled me to travel and train across much of Europe in 2017.

"I enjoyed studying at the Florence Academy of Art and painting in Germany, Spain, Italy and the UK. "I paint in all genres – plein air, portraiture, still life and seascapes. But I love the immediacy of plein air and just love being outdoors and capturing that.

"Toby my trusty studio dog accompanies me everywhere I go. Some people enjoy camping and fishing, we go painting.

"I've painted in minus 16 degree temperatures and 46 degree heat – rain, hail and shine. I nearly got struck by lightning once!"

Former Harcourt artist Ben Winspear is pictured with his trusty studio dog Toby and one of his latest works featuring Harcourt Produce and General Store.

One of Winspear's latest works depicts Harcourt Produce and General Store itself.

"It was a wet day. I had stationed myself across the road in Stanley Park under a tree and I just got the work finished as the heavier rain set in. I was really delighted with the final result, it really captures the atmosphere and light of that day.

"I've painted the local landscape in autumn, winter, summer and spring and I love to sit back and note the changes in the seasons. I don't sell all the works. I like to hang on to some," he said.

Winspear enjoys passing on his skills to other up and coming artists through artists' retreats in the majestic King Valley every summer and winter.

"We also had one in autumn this year due to the demand, people just want to get out in the world and enjoy these experiences again," he said.

Winspear also teaches online several days a week.

"It was really challenging during COVID. There were no retreats, classes or exhibitions and artists like myself completely

lost our income. I launched an online art academy and it's been really well received," he said.

Ben enjoyed a quiet exhibition opening with some friends on Friday.

Local George Milford said he was delighted to view the latest creations by their two-time Harcourt Applefest Art Show judge.

"Ben is an extremely talented artist," Mr Milford said.

The exhibition runs until September 30.

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Regional Community Vet Clinic has received a $200,000 grant from the state government via the Animal Welfare Grant program to establish regional Victoria’s first community vet clinic in Mount Alexander Shire.

RCVC is a not-for-profit veterinary clinic and will provide the elderly, socially and financially disadvantaged in the community access to affordable preventative veterinary care for their companion animals. This will include supporting the most vulnerable to continue to live in their own homes with companion animals.

RCVC co-founder and treasurer Robyn Slattery said they were thrilled to be successful in obtaining the grant.

The news comes as the group held another successful session on Sunday, assisting community members with the desexing of their cats. The funding will help the group build a dedicated home to continue their work.

"We recognise the importance of companion animals in maintaining individuals' physical and mental wellbeing," Robyn said.

"By supporting the health and wellbeing of pets, we reduce owner anxiety and increase overall health and wellbeing.

"By enabling access to affordable preventative veterinary care our aim is to legitimise the importance of animal companionship for people experiencing various forms of disadvantage,"

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RCVC is dedicated to proving this wellbeing to Mount Alexander Shire residents initially, and the greater region in the coming years.

"We are encouraging and

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If you would like to get involved, get in touch with RCVC via email info@rcvc.org.au or phone 0493 447 394.

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At a recent community forum, consultants Middleton Group, commissioned by the Trentham Sustainability Group and the Trentham and Districts Community Bank, presented their report towards an 'Energy and Climate Resilient Trentham'.

Detailed analysis of Trentham’s energy consumption and the amount of solar power currently generated by residents and businesses shows a clear pathway to a resilient future.

However this requires an increased uptake of solar panels, a potential partnership with an energy retailer and assistance from the Victorian Government and Powercor.

Trentham Sustainability Group is working to achieve this. Community initiatives throughout Victoria, such as Newstead and Yackandandah, demonstrate this can be done.

Project lead Sebastian Klien said while the study showed how the whole town's energy supply could be made more stable, it also showed that by installing solar and batteries, individual households could not only secure their energy supply but make important progress to achieve the vision of a whole-town microgrid.

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There'll be another fantastic darning workshop at the next Castlemaine and surrounds Repair Cafe on August 28.

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A dung beetle's existence may sound awful but they play a significant role in agriculture and our ecosystem.

They are also in high demand for farmers and Macedon is now playing a role in ensuring they are thriving.

Melbourne Water has launched a project to breed more dung beetles through a dung beetle nursery network.

Regional agriculture facilitator Karen Thomas said the network aimed to speed up distribution of new species and address gaps in the distribution of established species.

She said the project was now getting to the exciting part, with success to be monitored from spring and into 2023.

“There are 16 nurseries – or maternity wards – set up on landcare and farming properties. Areas include Macedon, Yarra Ranges, Western Port, Mornington Peninsula and French Island,” Ms Thomas said.

“The purpose is to see how the dung beetles thrive in different environments and to boost numbers where breeding is highly successful.

“Through the power of citizen science, volunteers will use the BioCollect app to report back with photos and observations from the nurseries. Together we will generate knowledge that will help farmers understand which species is most suited to their location.”

Dung beetles are useful ecosystem engineers because they bury the dung of livestock. This means it is not lying around

Dung beetles are useful ecosystem engineers because they bury the dung of livestock.

in paddocks, which reduces the number of parasite eggs and pasture fouling.

If buried, the dung also becomes a natural fertiliser that supports pasture growth and soil health and can prevent nutrients from the dung polluting waterways.

Ms Thomas said the project’s success would be gauged by the number of dung beetles reared and released from the nurseries.

“We put around 100 beetles in most of the nurseries and a four-fold increase would be fantastic," she said.

“The beetles will be shared with local landholders and to set up future breeding colonies. It is a win-win for everyone.”

This project will help Melbourne Water understand more about dung beetles while farmlands benefit from the ecosystem service they provide.

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BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens Holiday Park has continued its run of tourism award wins, picking up the award for Best Tourist/Mixed Use Caravan Park of the Year at the 2022 VicParks Caravan Park Awards.

The awards were recently held in Melbourne for the first time since 2019 and were part of the VicParks Annual Conference, attended by tourism authorities and caravan and tourist park operators and suppliers from around the state.

In February, BIG4 Castlemaine won Gold in the Caravan and Holiday Parks Category in the Victorian Tourism Awards, and was highly commended in the category in the National Tourism Awards.

BIG4 Castlemaine owner Claire Height said she was delighted to receive the latest honour.

"It’s further recognition of the significant investment and effort we’ve made over recent years in expanding and improving the holiday experiences we can offer guests,” Ms Height said.

“The park is clearly now one of the leading holiday parks in Victoria and a leading accommodation provider in the region.

"It’s a great win for our long-term vision for the park, for tourism in central Victoria and for the BIG4 Castlemaine team,” she said.

Ms Height has expanded the park’s accommodation range in recent years to include sophisticated and luxurious glamping options and family villas.

The local businesswoman has also invested funds to enhance the communal facilities, guest services and the park's traditional holiday studios have also been significantly upgraded.

"BIG4 Castlemaine is well known and loved in the caravanning and camping community but our luxury accommodation options are drawing significant numbers of new holiday-makers to Castlemaine," she said."They are regularly booked out by people from Melbourne and from around Victoria seeking a unique and memorable holiday experience."

BIG4 Castlemaine was also a double winner at the 2021 Mount Alexander Shire Business Awards for both Retail and Hospitality and Tourism and Events.

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Gather Harcourt is gathering pace. The stallholders are busy preparing to create delicious food, the variety of beverages is increasing and the fresh produce is waiting to be picked.

Organising committee member Diana Cork said the committee was pleased to welcome back to Harcourt the brother and sister Bendigo duo, Pure Black.

"Em and Jimmy Black play a variety of covers and originals to suit every taste," Ms Cork said.

"This talented team brings a collective 20 years of professional experience to the table and were a big hit at the 2022 Harcourt Applefest.

Pure Black will be followed by Bill Barber, an incredible award-winning blues performer who first appeared in Harcourt at the Applefest some eight years ago while still a teenager. He has won many awards and accolades along the way and has built a huge following based on his skill and his passion for his music.

"We have also planned to finish up the afternoon with a small set from a new musical combination," Ms Cork said.

"But that's a surprise so you will have to come along and find out for yourself."

So the musicians are ready; come and enjoy the sights, sounds and atmosphere of Gather Harcourt from 1–4pm on Saturday August 27 in James Park.

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Have your say Feedback has opened for the Woodend Five Mile Creek Master Plan.

Five Mile Creek is home to beautiful walking trails and endangered black gum eucalypts that do not grow anywhere else in Victoria.

The master plan will guide habitat restoration projects, support grant applications and inform infrastructure needs to improve passive recreation and access to the creek for a broad range of users.

Woodend Landcare has been working for more than 20 years to clear weeds, revegetate and enhance community access and facilities along the creek.

The Woodend Five Mile Creek Master Plan is a shared strategic action plan between Woodend Landcare and Macedon Ranges Shire Council.

To view the plan and have your say, visit one of council's centres in person, or visit: mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay until September 11.

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Did you know that every year the local community welcomed medical students from Monash University to experience general practice in Castlemaine?

The students stay in accommodation at Dhelkaya Health (formerly Castlemaine Hospital) for a number of weeks, where they undertake regular education sessions and also spend a few days a week working in a general practice.

Current students, Chloe Wu – Botanical Gardens Health, Ajanth Paalendra ( AJ) – Mostyn Street Clinic and Kevindu Knula DeSilva (Kev) – Goldfields Medical Group (formerly Lyttleton Street Clinic), have been enjoying their experience working and training in the local community, and are pictured at the recent celebration for Dr Rebecca Dale who celebrated 40 years of service at the Lyttleton Street practice this month.

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"We are proud to support the next generation of GPs on their journey and give them a taste of what its like working in rural/regional medicine," he said.

"It is a win-win situation with the aim to support training doctors in their education, but hope to entice young doctors to live and work here in our beautiful community.

"We couldn't do this without the support of Jenny Oxley and Lisa Pollard at Dhelkaya Health who coordinate the students placements within the Goldfields region for Monash University.

"We're lucky to have a group of GPs and a committed rural/ regional health team across the whole community enthusiastic about education and training and doing what we can to boost our local workforce," Dr Mayes said.

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Activities are being planned for R U OK? Day next month to help Macedon Ranges residents to be able to start a conversation that could change someone’s life.

It is recognised that human connection is a powerful protective factor in preventing suicide and poor mental health.

Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health, in partnership with Macedon Ranges Shire Council, Sunbury Business Association and Sunbury Connected Communities, invite community members, local businesses and community groups to get involved.

A free webinar, 'Feel Confident to Ask, Are you OK?', is being held on Thursday September 1 at 6pm.

Presented by Matt Gleeson, an accredited mental health first aid trainer and community partnership and engagement officer at Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health, the 30-minute webinar will provide a framework to be able to confidently ask how someone is doing and know what to do next if they are not. To register go: to surveymonkey.com/r/ RUOKSMRS. Leading up to R U OK? Day on Thursday, September 8, people are encouraged to sign

up for a stencil kit that includes information and handouts on how individuals, businesses or community groups can share the message and get people talking about how to prevent suicide and poor mental health.

To get your stencil pack visit: surveymonkey.com/r/RUOKstencil Selected cafes across the Macedon Ranges will be offering free coffees on R U OK? Day and they will have handouts explaining how to have these important conversations as well as information on local support services.

“Last year we worked with 20 cafes across Sunbury and the Macedon Ranges to provide 400 free coffees,” Matt said.

“This meant that people had the opportunity to be exposed to the R U OK? message and discuss mental health.

"This year we hope that the free webinar and the stencil campaign will take this important message even further across our communities and help to save lives.”

If you have any queries about these events, contact Matt Gleeson at healthpromotionsunbury@scchc.org.au or call 9744 4455.

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Hanging Rock Reserve has become one of the first reserves of its kind in Victoria to sport a four-bin recycling system.

Rolled out in July, the new recycling stations follow the same colour codes as Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s household kerbside service. Each bin also includes infographics to help identify what waste goes where.

The move aims to encourage visitors to think about how they dispose of waste and help achieve its goal of reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill.

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and event areas at the reserve, including shelters, the oval, playground and restrooms.

Mayor Cr Jennifer Anderson said she was proud to see the shire’s recycling initiative now implemented at the reserve.

"MRSC was one of the first councils in Victoria to introduce the four-bin recycling system. Offering this critical service in our open spaces will further reduce the amount of waste we are putting into landfill,” she said.

“Hanging Rock Reserve is not only a popular place to visit; it is an important nature reserve, home to native

flora and fauna. The four-bin recycling system encourages visitors to think about ways to reduce their waste to landfill for a healthier and safer environment for all."

MRSC has achieved the highest diversion of resources from landfill of any council in Victoria since introducing the four-bin system – with a 74 per cent diversion rate.

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Since the start of the year, properties are staying on the market longer, Ms Conisbee said.

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Sacred Heart College Kyneton is about to re-start its program looking at the health and distribution of fauna around the Macedon Ranges. The pandemic has slowed progress with this conservation project but it is being brought back to life with renewed student interest. The project, now named the Fighting Extinction Program, is a monitoring venture of native wildlife targeting some of our more threatened or endangered species to increase the scientific knowledge of the distribution and health of their populations in our area.

Working with local council and landowners the Fighting Extinction Program is looking for species such as Phascogales, Feathertail Gliders and, with fingers firmly crossed, maybe even the threatened lowland Leadbeater Possum.

The program will require students to construct and place nesting boxes in particular forests around the Ranges and regularly monitor them using specialized cameras and other monitoring techniques. It gives the students a handson experience of

ecological survey techniques that include, mapping, data collection and species identification as well increasing their connection with local community groups, ecologists and landowners.

Students will soon be visiting Some of the visitors taking refuge in the a local Barfold nesting boxes of Sacred Heart Colleges property owned by ‘Fighting Extinction’ program. local conservation group Cassinia Environmental to install some boxes on their property with the aim of helping to map the biodiversity of the area. This property is prime habitat for the Golden Sun Moth and all data collected will inform this conservation program.

With a focus on sustainability and environmental issues, Sacred Heart College is looking to grow this program to include other fauna such as micro bats and platypus, to give students an understanding of what it takes to conserve and care for our animals and, hopefully, stop them from becoming another victim of our extinction crisis.

Left: Students with two of the nesting boxes.

Learning with lollies Year 9 Science students were recently treated to a creative and tasty way of learning. Students were asked to design a model of a neuron using lollies, with a labelled diagram as a reference. All were given a carefully selected range of lollies and were required to select those that were suitably shaped for each part of the model, and then accurately label the parts.

As well as being lots of fun, this exercise is a helpful learning tool when it comes to trying to memorise the names of scientific components for future assessments. Once finished they could remove the lollies and draw their model for future reference.

Of course, students were careful to keep their workspaces clean and remembered to use hand sanitiser to ensure the treats wouldn’t be wasted at the end of the session.

Here is a selection of the finished models.

STEM Week Last week was STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) week at SHC -this coincided with National Science Week with the 2022 theme ‘Glass: More than meets the eye’.

Students enjoyed a range of STEM based activities and competitions including a daily STEM quiz, marble run challenge, prisms mirrors and lenses activities and a lolly jar competition with a twist. They were asked to guess the number of lollies in the glass jar using binoculars to view the lolly jar, which was placed in a second floor window.

Students had lots of fun across the week, enjoying the activities and challenges.

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Exploring the effects of pollution on our environment On Monday 8 August, our Year 11 Environmental Science class visited Ecolinc, in Bacchus Marsh, to explore the effects pollution has on our environment.

We measured the levels and concentration of Sulphur Dioxide in the area, using samples taken at the Ecolinc facility. Using these, we discussed why our results may have varied on different days and at different times, and how weather conditions may have affected the results. We also looked at strategies that could help reduce the risk of these pollutants on people's health.

We then looked at possible ways to clean up oil spills in water using ferrofluid, a magnetic fluid made up of iron in nanoparticle form. Through experimentation we saw how this fluid can be added to oil spills in water sources, to allow magnets to collect the mixture of ferrofluid and oil. We also investigated and discussed the flaws in this method, as not all the oil or ferrofluid was able to be collect with the magnet.

Our final study focused on copper pollution in soils. We discussed the ways humans can alter the natural levels of copper in soil and looked specifically at how wineries use copper products to prevent mildew on their vines.

Using an atomic absorption spectrophotometer (AAS) we measured the levels of copper in soil samples provided from a variety of different wineries in the area. We then filtered the samples through a liquid solution, before placing them into the AAS. This then sprayed the solution through a flame, exciting the copper atoms that were present, to produce a coloured flame, and then measured the levels of copper concentration present in our solutions – allowing us to measure the copper levels at each site. We discussed why the levels that were present had occurred, and if wineries had potentially used copper products which had impacted their soil. As copper is a persistent heavy metal, it will remain in the environment for a long time.

Overall, we learnt about the ways different pollutants can affect the environment through the air, water and soil, and the different ways we can improve on the negative impacts of these pollutants.

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Can you make a book sculpture?

Aesop's Attic Bookshop at 70 High Street, Kyneton is the place to find book artwork creations any day during the Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival.

The exhibition, with new imaginative sculptures conjured up from damaged books that would otherwise be recycled, will be amazing.

The Book Art Work competition exhibition will be open from 9am-5.30pm from Friday September 2-Sunday September 11. Book Art Work winners will be announced on Saturday September 4 at 2pm. Enter the comp at Aesop's Attic Bookshop.

Three special gardens will open for the Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival in Tattersall Drive on Saturday September 3, two of them for two hours only from 10am-2pm.

The gardens with the shorter opening times are the historic property Brenannah at 38 Tattersall Drive and the garden at 2 Tattersall Drive. The garden at number 36 will be open most days during the festival.

They are three diverse types of gardens and will provide a spectacular walk for garden lovers.

Other great places to see daffodils during the festival are the Kyneton Botanic Gardens and the open gardens at Birthday Villa, Bringalbit, Mosaic Garden, Rosebery Hill, Rosebank, Springhill Nursery, the Daffodil Patch, Willowbrook, the Kyneton Museum garden and the Golden Mile of daffodils along Kyneton's Burton Avenue.

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Castlemaine Theatre Royal's Felicity Cripps said the PG rated classic was a great cinematic experience to be had for all ages!

"TR will turn up the music and invite guests to dress up as their favourite Grease character! There will be door prizes up for grabs for the best dressed," she said.

"We will donate 10 per cent of all ticket sales to the ONJ Foundation in honour of the beloved Australian singer and actress," Felicity said.

Experience the friendships, romances and adventures of a group of high school kids in the 1950s. Welcome to the singing and dancing world of 'Grease', the most successful movie musical of all time.

As wholesome exchange student Sandy (Olivia Newton-John) and a leather-clad Danny (John Travolta) have a summer romance, but will it cross clique lines?

The film will screen at 7.15pm. To get your ticket visit www.theatreroyalcastlemaine.com.au/events/grease-fundraiserfor-onj-cancer-centre

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As such it is important that you ensure that your executor will have the time and capability to carry out the required duties, even if that means appointing more than one executor. Talk to us today to discuss your circumstances.

We recommend that you get a wheel alignment completed if you have noticed that there is uneven wear on the tyres, the steering wheel is not straight, also, if you notice that your car pulls to one side while driving. Apart from reducing tyre wear the correct alignment can also improve your fuel economy and reduce vehicle wear and tear.

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1. Where is Conflux being held?

2. Kyneton’s Team Strang is taking part in a 10km challenge in aid of what?

3. Woodend’s former Coles supermarket site in the 19th Hole Shopping Centre will now be occupied by what?

4. Where is Olivet Christian College located?

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5. Linda Marchesi will represent Australia in the 2022 World Deaf Golf Championships. From where does she hail?

General knowledge (1 point)

6. Who played the starring role of James Bond in the 1962 film Dr No? 7. What type of fruit is a dekopon or sumo?

8. What is the capital city of Croatia?

9. ‘Fortissimo’ can be described as which of the following: bone in the human body, Harry Potter spell, dog breed, or a musical term?

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10. Where in the world is the Van Gough Museum?

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Chewton residents must have been grateful for Rod Hadfield’s litter cleanup effort last month ('Litter disgusts Rod', Midland Express, July 12).

But why should he have to pick up rubbish strewn along the Pyrenees Highway?

It’s plain to see that VicRoads rarely does roadside litter removal. Clean Up Australia Day does not allow highway litter collection. Service club volunteers can remove only a small bit of highway rubbish.

But there might be another way to address the problem. Has the Magistrates Court considered having Community Service Orders earmarked for litter cleanup? It could make a difference. The community would certainly benefit.

Does Victoria have more inconsiderate, selfish drivers than other states? On a recent 4500km trip through rural NSW and Queensland I noticed very little roadside rubbish. Granted, the roadsides weren’t immaculate, but they were noticeably much cleaner than what I regularly see in Victoria. I hope that next near’s long-awaited container deposit scheme will deliver us tidier roads. I still think it’ll also take a more serious desire by all drivers to keep Victoria clean. What are the chances?

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In support of John Ingram's letter ('The missing link', Opinions, August 2); the Victorian government has pledged 32 'billion' dollars for 26km of railway line in Melbourne, but cannot save or reserve the railway line between Castlemaine and Maryborough for the future The federal government are considering raising the permanent immigration intake to 200,000 pa from 140,000. The Tasmanian ferry port is also shifting to Geelong Corio Bay. The freight shipping ports at Geelong and Portland will also likely increase the

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Numbers of members allowed and hours of operation have been extended for an outdoor pistol shooting range at Broadford.

Last week VCAT upheld an appeal by Calibre Sports Inc against Mitchell Shire Council’s refusal of an expansion application in regard to the shooting range located at the State Motorcycle Centre.

The tribunal ruled there can now be up to 180 members using the facility.

Objections about noise affecting nearby properties were dismissed.

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need for this Central Victorian rail-link over time.

A feelgood bicycle track (at considerable expense) is no solution; nor are the new bi-partisan anti-protest laws enacted and passing parliaments in Qld, NSW, Vic, Tas and the UK, to political expression and social needs.

The chickens have come home to roost for autocratic greens populism, which greatly relished (facilitated) the outlawing in Victoria of anti-abortion picket protests in 2018. Please note, I am pro-choice and not religious.

Bi-partisan support also prohibits political dissent by outlawing general strikes and boycott or sympathy strikes. Other strikes are only legal with written permission from the Fair Work Commission.

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MRSC has informed me that the definition of a 'dwelling' in the planning scheme now includes all outbuildings.

The definition of a dwelling (a state provision) is a building that has a kitchen sink, food preparation facilities; a bath or shower; and a toilet and wash basin.

However, Macedon Ranges Council tells me that a building that has none of these features is now regarded as a dwelling.

That is, any outbuilding, shed or shipping container is now regarded as a 'dwelling' for the purpose of the planning scheme and requires a planning permit.

Every shed that would have otherwise been exempt from the need for a planning permit now requires one. This will have huge implications for everyone across the shire.

I would therefore urge that the minister provide clarification as to how the change in the definition of a dwelling has come about. I am on a remote 50ha rural property and this new rule is affecting me – it may affect you too.

An open letter to the Minister Minister for Environment and Climate Action, Lily D'Ambrosio: Dear Minister, I am pleading with you.

Mainly because I really don't know any more how to get a voice through to you that demonstrates my real pain and concern for the health of the trees on this planet. Particularly the magnificent forests of Victoria.

The extraordinary mountain ash forests, the majestic red gum forests, the acacias, all these intricate forests form habitat and are vital to the health and well being of our environment... if we are to thrive.

Trees are our carbon sinks; they keep our water clean; they create moisture and nurture the iconic creatures that inhabit so much of the Victorian landscape.

As you know only too well, I am not alone. I am one of tens of thousands of voices in this state who share my concern for the continued destruction of our forest communities. There are people here that have dedicated their lives to preserving these most precious habitats. They have spent decades of their lives to help save our forests that are rare and unique. The most notable scientists, confident in the knowledge of the need to protect trees, have written books, published papers, and hosted forums to demonstrate the fundamental importance of our native habitat.

As Minister for the Environment, I would expect you to have concerns for the future of the trees. They are indeed our life source. We cannot continue to indiscriminately cut down the forest that forms a powerful part of a healthy planet. Trees are the core of our habitat and keep us as humans healthy; they protect our unique creatures that are only found on our forest floors.

Please take some concern over our forest and halt logging in Victoria. Please respect all the people who have been fighting the good fight through peaceful protest... which is indeed our civil right.

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Adventures of survival in colonial Australia are captured in Woodend and District Heritage Society's latest book The enterprising Thomas Fitzsimmons of Woodend.

Penned by Paul Burke, the book tells the story of Thomas and Eliza, the family they raise and the enterprises they create to survive and prosper.

Thomas was a blacksmith, a publican, a timber miller and a farmer.

His hotel 'Sydney' and land and property investments are the tangible realities that he and Eliza hold onto above all else and these ultimately prove to be the salvation of their family.

Their children grow to maturity in Woodend but the restless spirit in Thomas reaches out and explores possibilities in Kyneton, Mount Macedon, Bendigo and Melbourne.

The book is now available for $25 from the Woodend and District Heritage Society at the Old Courthouse, 42 Forest Street, Woodend. Post options and email enquires are welcome to: woodendheritage@outlook.com Woodend and District Heritage Society is a voluntary organisation whose members are committed to increasing awareness and respect of the district.

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After an absence of almost three years, Kyneton Horticultural Society will host its Spring Flower Show at the Watts Pavilion, Kyneton Showgrounds on Saturday September 3 from 1pm to 4pm and Sunday September 4 from 10am to 4pm.

It seems apparent that with past lockdowns over recent years many people have shown a growing if not newly discovered interest in horticulture. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone and everyone to share and show what you grow as something bright and positive for all. The flower show is a major highlight of the Kyneton Daffodil Arts festival celebrating its golden jubilee this year.

The show highlights an extensive

range of daffodils, hellebores, cut flowers, shrubs, pot plants, cacti and succulents, and floral art.

There will also be a special section to mark the platinum jubilee celebration of HM Queen Elizabeth II – so let your creative mind grow!

An excellent range of plants will be available for sale grown by the KHS members as well as potted bulbs, quality used garden books and raffle.

Everyone of all ages is encouraged to participate to make this the best flower show yet. Website www.khs1894.com to download the entry schedule. Entry $5.

Enquiries to the president, Nicholas Scott, on 0438 664 849.

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Want to learn about some of threatened bird species in your own backyard?

Macedon Ranges Shire Council's biodiversity officer, Tanya Loos, will present an online webinar introducing of the region's beautiful and threatened birds.

The free online session will be held September 7 at 6pm.

To ensure your spot, register at: mrsc. vic.gov.au

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National Breast Cancer Foundation. 3.

IGA. 4. Campbells Creek. 5. Trentham.

6. Sean Connery. 7. Citrus. 8. Zagreb.

9. A musical term. 10. Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

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Spring is in the air ... when it actually arrives is anyone's guess but don't let that put you off shaking away the winter blues and adding a little oomph to your home. Here are a few ideas ... * Scandi-blonde is beginning to wane and dark bold colours are making their way in. Think British racing green on a feature wall or on those kitchen cupboards. * Upcycle. It's nicer to the planet and kinder on the hip pockets. Look at what you can rejig to give it that fresh designer look. Reupholster that chair instead of buying a new one. Buy something second

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Mary to farewell G d If you told Mary Wollmering 10 years ago she'd find herself in Mongrel boots and among plants daily she would have laughed.

That's because when she purchased The Garden Tap in Kyneton about six years ago she did so on impulse.

While it was not a long-held dream, it wasn't short of romance: the place had charmed her and she had fallen in love at first sight.

"There's just something about the space. I love the space and I thought it had incredible potential," she says.

It was a huge change for the former senior manager in health IT who had become accustomed to city life.

She says it's the best change she ever made but now she's preparing for yet another big move.

After selling her Drummond North property earlier this year, Mary is soon to also farewell the iconic Kyneton nursery.

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buy the stock I want, and it's really nice to be able to express myself in things that I'm doing.

"I grew up in a country town so it's been really lovely to come back to that. The community here is fantastic and really supportive – I have met some wonderful, wonderful, wonderful people.

She is bound for Tarnagulla where she has "I will also miss my amazing staff – there is purchased, and plans to run, the town's never a bad day here." historic post office.

Mary says Wendy Forrest and her daughter "It's going to be another massive change Jessie were fundamental in helping her to but change is good," she says. establish herself in the nursery.

The nursery will remain open until October She said the current A-team, Janine, Deanne and Mary has been busily preparing for the and Cathy, keep her "motivated, learning, big transition over the past few weeks. She dancing and laughing". has also been reflecting on her time there.

Mary promises to return to visit the shops "It's kind of sad because the nursery's been and people she came to love along the way. here a long time and this has been one of The nursery will close on October 9. Mary the most wonderful experiences," she says. will be taking orders until October 1 and "For the first time in my working life I have restocking as needed. There will be a been able to make my own decisions, I can storewide 20 per cent sale until closing.

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Find i Make a note in your diary now for the weekend of November 19 and 20 to visit the professionally designed private gardens that will be open in the Macedon area during Garden DesignFest.

Four gardens will be open in the area for garden lovers to take advantage of the rare opportunity to see private gardens that are not open to the public.

The four gardens are very different. They range from designers Kate and Kendall Monk’s Aperture Garden in a residential area in Kyneton to Bruce Honey’s nineacre 'Verdicus' in Tylden, where the garden’s overall design is a fusion of picturesque and formal design.

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Bruce Honey, the owner/designer, of Verdicus will host tours at 11.30am and 2pm.

All gardens are open 10am to 5pm. Entry fees range from $5 to $12 (depending on the size of the garden).

Garden DesignFest is organised by the Rotary Clubs of Kew, Central Melbourne and Brighton North and has raised over $600,000 since 2004. The main charity for this year’s event will be Youth Suicide Awareness.

The Rotary Club of Kyneton is assisting with the conduct of Garden DesignFest in the Kyneton/Macedon region.

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They believe your home is a reflection of how you want your life to be and they take great care through all stages of their work to ensure the best possible results.

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The team have built an amazing variety of homes, extensions and doing renovations right across central Victoria from Riddells Creek to Lyonsville and Vaughan to Newbridge and just about everywhere in between.

"We seem to do a lot of rural builds, with sustainable features," he says.

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The Romsey-Lancefield RSL sub-branch conducted annual Vietnam Veterans Day commemorative services last Thursday.

Bleak and windy conditions prevailed at the Romsey cenotaph for the 9.30am service, and driving rain led to umbrellas being plentiful at the follow-up Lancefield observance.

Sub-branch president Reinhard Goschiniak called on the gathering at the Lancefield cenotaph to reflect on the bravery, teamwork and endurance that Australians displayed throughout the war, Australia’s longest military engagement of the 20th century, which extended for 10 years and resulted in 521 Australian lives lost, and about 3000 wounded.

He briefly outlined the circumstances surrounding the fierce Battle of Long Tan in a rubber plantation on August 18, 1966.

Attendees were asked to remember the sacrifices of those who died and say ‘thank you’ to almost 60,000 Australians who served during our involvement in the Vietnam War. Several wreaths were laid on the cenotaph.

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Reflecting on Vietnam Veterans Day: Romsey-Lancefield RSL sub-branch president Reinhard Goschiniak (at left), Rev Tom Morgan and bugler Rob Smithies.

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Back row: Joyce Daymon, Jim Foreman.

Front row: Tim Collins, John Wyke, Sir Phillip Bennett.

WWII vets honoured

August 15 is commemorated each year as Victory in the Pacific Day (VP Day). It is the day in 1945 when the Japanese surrendered unconditionally to the allied nations with the ceasefire agreement being signed aboard the USS Missouri. This agreement finally brought to end all hostilities in World War II. To commemorate the 77th anniversary of the end of the war in the Pacific, the Kyneton RSL held a ceremony at the RSL to remember all those who paid the supreme sacrifice during World War II. A few of the remaining World War II veterans were in attendance at the ceremony.

These were Joyce Daymon who served with the Australian Air Force, Jim Foreman and Tim Collins who were both WWII navy veterans and John Wyke, who served in the RAF as a Lancaster tail gunner with 626 Squadron.

Also at the ceremony was Sir Phillip Bennett AC KBE DSO, now a resident at RM Begg Kyneton Aged Care.

Sir Phillip was Chief of the Defence Force from 1984 to 1987 and later the Governor of Tasmania from 1987 to 1995. He served with the British Commonwealth Occupation Forces in Japan just after World War II and was also a Korean and Vietnam veteran. Following the ceremony the guests were entertained to lunch hosted by the president of the Kyneton RSL, John Taubman.

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The perfect hideaway Come breathe the fresh air and sit back and enjoy your tranquil paradise setting. Situated on a long country road this getaway family home, in need of renovations, offers two levels, three bedrooms, open plan kitchen lounge/dining area, plus a machinery shed for the handyman.

Wake up with Australian wildlife, kangaroos, beautiful birdlife and located in a sought after location.

This property offers a big slice of country living!

Property: Address: Sale: Agent: Contact:

Three bedroom family getaway on 3 1/2 acres (approx.)

150 Anzac Road, Mount Macedon Auction – Saturday September 10 @ 11am Raine & Horne Ken Grech / Cherie Graf 0407 823 686

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MIDLAND PROPERTY & LIVING

Bushells corner store

Located in the historic centre of Maldon at the Paris end of town where Adair Street meets Templeton Street, this beautiful old shop and residence comprises six main rooms, plus a two-room cellar and lovely manicured gardens.

The home has a regency styled fit out and offers a large living-dining room with shop front windows and outlook onto the verandah-footpath, three double bedrooms with fireplaces, a study-office, ducted hydronic gas heating, an arched central hallway, central bathroom, two toilets, and a cosy sitting-meals with Nectre bakers oven fireplace and adjoining modern country kitchen with great storage.

The home has tall ceilings with ornate cornice, rosettes, baltic floors, luxe window furnishings, and much character and style throughout. There is air conditioning, front and rear verandahs, plus a manicured garden with hedging, old roses, espaliered fruit trees, town and tank water, garden shed and 3KW of grid connected solar. A barn style outbuilding that opens direct to the side street offers a magical space for two large cars and is retro fitted with 1950's bar and burger booth plus other treasures that make it a wonderful studio space.

Positioned in the heart of town in the historic homes precinct, this is a once in your lifetime opportunity to own a historic shop-residence with great charm and versatility.

Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Historic solid brick residence with shop front, two-room cellar and collector’s garage 35 Templeton Street, Maldon $1,295,000 Waller Realty 5470 5811

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A great family home with ample space and a flexible floorplan that presents many options. Features include Baltic pine floorboards, north facing windows, ducted gas heating, a 6kw solar system, reverse cycles and a Nectre wood heater.

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8 Spencer Road Woodend Rarely will you find an opportunity to purchase small acreage situated close to Woodend that offers so many options.

The property boasts a dam, fenced paddocks, an old dwelling in need of some serious TLC & a wonderful cabin.

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21 Garlepp Road Welshmans Reef Custom designed and built, the home delivers stylish and relaxed indoor/outdoor living that will appeal to a wide variety of buyers. Features include Ironbark flooring, split-systems, solar, garage/workshop, water tanks and gorgeous gardens.

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40 Quartz Hill Road Moonlight Flat This rendered brick home has much to offer in terms of location and lifestyle.

Features include lofty ceilings, hydronic heating, town water, gas and 20,000lt water tank for the garden. There are also two studios, both with power.

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4 Forest Street Woodend

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Just Listed

A3 B1 C4

150 Anzac Road, Mt Macedon

A3 B1 C3

10 Orr Street, Kyneton

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The Perfect Hideaway on 3½ acres approx • Enjoy your tranquil paradise setting • Two level home in need of renovations • Open plan kitchen lounge/dining area • A machinery shed for the handyman • This property offers a big slice of country living!

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Modern Comfortable Living • Total makeover inside and out on 793m2 • Gas ducted heating and reverse cycle split system for all year comfort • Private backyard and undercover alfresco • Double garage and workshop • Leave the car at home, short walk to everything in Kyneton

Saturday 27 August 12.00 - 12.30pm

Auction Saturday 10 September 11.00am Web

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Saturday 27 August 10.00am - 10.30am

For Sale $850,000 - $875,000 Web

Ken Grech 0418 509 710

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Jennifer Pearce 0427 422 508

ken.grech@gisborne.rh.com.au

jennifer.pearce@kyneton.rh.com.au

s n o i t a l u t a r g n o C & d l o S A4 B2 C2

3 Kelly Close, Kyneton

A2 B1 C1

4/23-25 Warren Street, Kyneton

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Executive Style Living!!

• Executive style 4 bedroom home • Master with full ensuite and walk in robe • Open plan kitchen/meals with stainless appliances and walk in pantry • 3 living spacious living zones • Double garage, undercover outdoor entertaining • Side access to a second double carport

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Private and Secure • 2 bedroom Unit full of charm and natural light • Large open plan kitchen, meals and living • New ducted heating and cooling for all year round comfort • Secure undercover courtyard for entertaining

For Sale $890,000 - $950,000 Web

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Jennifer Pearce 0427 422 508

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

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Jennifer Pearce 0427 422 508

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Saturday 27 August 11.00am - 11.30am

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Waller Realty

sales@wallerrealty.com.au

BENDIGO | C ASTLEMAINE | MALDON

OPEN FOR INSPECTION: SATURDAY 1:00PM - 1:30PM

INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT

Campbells Creek

$750,000 - $770,000

64 Stephen Street

SPLENDID 1980s HOME ON HALF ACRE WITH 2 STREET ACCESS Features views, space, and many options to improve or sub-divide STCA

3A2B 3C

Positioned on the high side of the Street with a light ?lled northern outlook, this proudly kept brick home is located on a generous ½ acre (1,967m2) lot with rear Street access – perfect for subdividing (STCA) or enjoying a space for a big shed and caravan? The home features 2 living areas, new ducted gas heating, air conditioning, a central kitchen with garden outlook, 3 double bedrooms with robes – including the main with an ensuite bathroom. There is a large family bathroom, separate toilet and laundry. The home has a carport-patio entry, a rear covered patio area, double brick garage, native treed gardens, town and tank water, plus rear lane-way access. Built on concrete stumps, the very neat home offers great options for further renovations/additions. At the quiet end of Stephen Street, nearby forest walks await.

Campbells Creek

VALLEY VIEWS WITH NORTHERN EXPOSURE Valley views with a northern aspect awaits at 30 Penhallurick Street Campbells Creek - just 2.5km from the town centre of Castlemaine. Penhallurick Street enjoys picturesque valley views and many bespoke homes have been built to enjoy the outlook and location. Number 30 is a great block on the high side of the Street and a gentle slope. With a 22 metre frontage and a 50 metre depth, this 1,100m2 allotment is Zoned Township with no Overlays. Imagine yourself building, living and enjoying the lifestyle here!

Castlemaine

$385,000

Maldon

38 Morris Street

MARVELOUS MUDBRICK HOMESTEAD

TOP OF THE TERRACE 501M2 IN ESTABLISHED PREMIUM CUL-DE-SAC So close to the town centre, at the top of the exclusive Hillcrest Estate, 2 The Terrace offers a great place to build surrounded by premium homes in the centre of Castlemaine. Measuring 501m2 and with all town services available, this land is a great place to invest and build in a quiet - walk everywhere locale.

Narelle Waller Director

Stuart Hassett

Property Manager 0417 737 660

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

4A1B 4C

This classic earthen homestead enjoys wrap-around verandahs and large windows that immerse the indoors with leafy, private gardens. The home has been classically lightened and brightened while retaining its rustic origins.

Living space includes 4 bedrooms with robes, a large family and lounge area with wood fireplace and reverse cycle air, cleverly designed kitchen with great storage, pantry, Bosch dishwasher and Lofra 900mm stainless steel oven with gas burner. There is a large bathroom, separate toilet and laundry with storage. The home has painted dado-board linings, quality tiling and carpets.

0408 571 131

0418 571 130

0417 564 697

3A1B 2C

Located in the historic centre of Maldon in the Paris end of town where Adair Street meets Templeton Street, this beautiful old shop and residence comprises 6 main rooms, plus a 2-room cellar and lovely manicured gardens. The home has a regency styled fit out and offers a large living-dining room with shop front windows and outlook onto the verandah-footpath, 3 double bedrooms with fireplaces, a study-office, ducted Hydronic gas heating, an arched central hallway, central bathroom, 2 toilets, and a cosy sittingmeals with Nectre Bakers oven fireplace and adjoining modern country kitchen with great storage. The home has tall ceilings with ornate cornice, rosettes, Baltic floors, luxe window furnishings, and much character and style throughout. There is air conditioning, front and rear verandahs, plus a manicured garden with hedging, old roses, espaliered fruit trees, town and tank water, garden shed and 3KW of grid connected solar. A barn style outbuilding that opens direct to the side street.

2 The Terrace

Rob Waller Director

Brett Tweed Sales

BUSHELLS CORNER STORE & RESIDENCE circa 1866

INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT

$385,000

30 Penhallurick Street

$1,295,000

35 Templeton Street

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Property Consultant 0417 311 733

Tori Parsons

Property Manager

wallerrealty.com.au

Catrina Weiss

Asset Manager

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INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT

Maldon

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Comfortable and stylish

HARCOURT NORTH 27 Mennens Lane

$845,000 Inspect:

Saturday 27/8 at 1:00-1:30pm

Agent:

Di Selwood 0488 148 358

has access to the verandah through glass sliders.

Of the bedrooms, the master features a generous ensuite with walk-in shower, reverse cycle split system and large wall of built-in robes. The two further bedrooms offer double door built-in robes and picture windows with views to the garden. All bedrooms have ceiling fans. For practicality there is a large laundry/mudroom with masses of storage and entry to the third bathroom, perfect for cleaning up after a day in the garden.

Set on a total 1760m2 allotment, the home is settled at the front and secure with leafy surrounds and quality fencing. A second driveaway leads to the rear, a generous area of approximately 640m2. Water, power and sewer have been extended to the rear and this could offer a second dwelling opportunity, subject to council approval.

A5 B2 C2

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COUNTRY HOMESTEAD - 6.7 ACRES • Small acreage setting, large brick homestead on Harcourt town fringe • Flexible floorplan to accommodate a large family, work from home or multigenerational living • Multitude of shedding, dam, ample rainwater storage, solar system and large paved alfresco

Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAJORCA

140 Gibbs Road

$750,000 - $775,000

Extensively renovated three bedroom, three bathroom home 60 Coolstore Road, Harcourt $820,000 - $840,000 Property Plus Real Estate Di Selwood 5447 4088

A6 B3 C4

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FAMILY FARMLET & AMERICAN BARN • Four-bedroom brick-veneer home with large two-bedroom American barn

Inspect:

• 6m x 12m undercover entertainment room with rollup blinds and concrete floor

Agent:

• 6 acres with numerous shedding, workshop, water tanks, well fenced pasture paddocks, orchard and 5 kva solar system

Saturday 27/8 at 1:00-1:45pm Greg Fathers 0477 000 561

KN266375

A wide wrap around verandah, mature trees and generous block size set the scene for this comfortable and stylish residence, reminiscent of a country homestead.

Beautifully appointed, the home has undergone an extensive renovation to deliver a modern three bedroom, three bathroom home with all the relaxed country living feels.

The interior is stylish; polished timber flooring, warm colour palette and designated living and sleeping zones cater for comfortable, contemporary living. The spacious lounge with french doors opens onto the rear paved fire pit for relaxed indoor-outdoor living. Stainless steel appliances, stone bench tops and soft close cabinetry feature in the kitchen, and enjoying a northerly aspect, the adjoining meals area is light filled with garden views and

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Woodend 33C Anslow Street

Woodend 7 Brooke Street

Stunning home by award winning “Elite Homes Melb’’

Charming Period property in the heart of Woodend

Setting new standards of excellence with the team at Elite Homes Melb have gone next level with this stunning Victorian style home

For lovers of village life, period charm and potential commercial opportunity

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Ornate features Spotted Gum flooring 6.5 star energy rating Double glazing

Price $1.9m View Saturday 27 August 10.30am-11am

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Granite benchtops Gas ducted heating Zoned refridgerated cooling Private rear/side deck Peter Wood 0408 866 774

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Original ornate features Baltic pine flooring Commercial 1 zoning North facing rear garden

Price $1,695,000 View Saturday 27 August 12.30pm-1pm

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Pressed metal ceilings Gas ducted heating Home office opportunity 983m2 Peter Wood 0408 866 774

KN266387

Newham 6 Wisemans Lane (Corner of Three Chain Road) On 2Ha (4.9 Acres) Executors Realisation Sale

An unpretentious first home buyer, renovation or investors opportunity in prime central Macedon Ranges tree-changer location.

This very basic solid besser brick residence of approximately 110 m2 has great upside potential.

Accommodation comprises living room, kitchen (needs fitting out) two bedrooms and bathroom/laundry and with some tender loving care (TLC) could be made into a very comfortable home.

Features include suspended slab construction, in-floor hydronic heating, beautiful panoramic north facing views to the Cobaw Ranges, two paddocks, detached steel garage with concrete floor and small storage shed.

Please note no offers will be considered prior to the auction.

View Saturday 27 August 2pm-2.30pm Auction Saturday 10 September at 11am Reserve Price $687,500 Peter Wood 0408 866 774 John Keating 0419 880 444 or

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Saturday: 8.30 am - 12 pm

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Septic Tank and Grease Trap De-Sludging

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• Stump Grinding • Emergency Storm Damage Response KN265102

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Rose's Liquid Waste

Locally owned and operated for over 30 years. Their experienced operators are professional, friendly and available seven days a week! They can provide advice on the best way to maintain the health of your septic systems.

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DIECKMANN John Henry (Harry)

RUSSELL (nee Butler) Isabella Rosemary

BRUTON Suzanne (nee McParland) "SUZY"

READ - Margaret

Loved Brother of Edith ‘Rose’ (Dec) Loved Uncle of Ivy (Dec), Elaine, Noel, Paul & Families Rest in peace KN266443/L

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For friendly advice contact Kyneton 5422 1488 Castlemaine 5472 1788

Passed away peacefully at Gisborne Oaks on August 13, 2022.

Dearly loved wife of Brian (dec).

Much loved mother, mother-in-law and Nan. A loyal friend.

Thank you to all who cared for Isa in her latter years.

Rest In Peace KN266427/L

22.08.1967 - 18.08.2022 Loved wife to Ray (Rarbies).

Adored mum to Sam, Lewis & Sophie, Jenna & Jasmine.

Nanny Suebz to Polly Suzanne.

Loved daughter to John (dec) and Pat. Treasured sister to Carol(yn), Andrea(dec), Matthew, Ben and Elly.

Loved and missed always.

Family and friends are invited to the service to celebrate the life of Suzy to be held at the Verey Chapel 43A Millar St, Daylesford on Tuesday 30th August 2022 commencing at 11:30am.

Deaths

DIECKMANN John Henry ‘Harry’ 8.12.1924 – 19.8.2022 Age 97 years

Deaths

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Died at Calvary Goonawarra Sunbury on 13 August 2022 after a long illness.

Glenn Sutherland 20.10.1946 – 17.8.2022

RUSSELL (nee Butler) Isabella Rosemary

Missed by husband Eric of 61 years, children Steven, Paul and Tamantha and her nine grandchildren.

She bred and showed long haired miniature Daschunds.

Led Woodend Garden Club for many years and was a leader and member of Cobor Walking Groups.

She was the first female qualified Purchasing Officer in Australia.

Glenn lost his battle with Covid and MND in Bendigo.

Beloved husband of Gaye.

Loved and loving father to Jayne, David and Anna, father in law to Mark.

Loved and loving Grandy to Clementine, Elisha, Jessica and Emma.

Son of the late Mary and Harry Sutherland.

Brother to Ross, Uncle to Fiona and Catriona.

A friend to many A life well lived

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For funeral details please see Glenn’s tribute page on the website of Mount Alexander Funerals.

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Husband of Elizabeth (Tossie) Father of Colin & Jenny; Brian & Joanne; Neville & Rose; Dianne & Rodney.

Grandfather of 12, Great Grandfather of 10

Passed away peacefully at Sunshine Hospital on 17th August 2022, aged 92 years.

Loving mum of Russell, Warren and Rhett, mother in law of Deb, Fiona and Charles and much loved grandmother of Te agan, Jayden and Jazz.

Rest in peace Harry

In God’s care you rest above, in our hearts you rest with love.

The Funeral Service for Harry will be held at the Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn St, Castlemaine on Friday, 26th August 2022 commencing at 1pm.

A service to celebrate the life of Phyllis will be held in St Mary’s Catholic Church, Hargraves Street, Castlemaine on Monday 29th August at 11.00am.

A private cremation will follow.

Fay Nellie Walker (nee Hampton)

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Passed away 8th August 2022, aged 93 years.

Loved and loving wife of Don (dec) for 67 years.

Adored daughter of May & Harry Hampton and sister of Max (all dec.)

Sister-in-law of Judy, Douglas and Ian (dec.)

Mother of Tamsin, Calum, Kinta and Jirrah.

Mother-in-law of Patrick (Rick), Salli, Lindsay and Stephanie.

Grandma of Suilven & Charlie, Martineau & Harrison, Isla, Bonnie (Bryn), Geordie, Lucy and Lottie Respected and admired by her numerous cousins and extended family.

Many warm memories over a long and busy life.

Fay will be so deeply missed.

A private cremation has been held.

A Private Cremation will follow.

A private funeral for Mrs Isabella Rosemary Russell will be held TOMORROW (Wed. August 24, 2022) at 11.00am.

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To leave your message in Fay’s condolence book please visit her tribute page on the website of Mount Alexander Funerals.

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MOLONEY Eileen Margaret 25.8.2017 "Gram" There is not a day that goes past without thoughts of you.

In all that I dream, in all that I do.

Those special memories of you will always bring a smile.

If only I could have you back for just a little while, then we could sit and talk again just like we used to do.

You always meant the world to us and always will do too.

Missing you more every day.

– Denise, Darryl, Mitchell, Taylor, Morgan, Jennifer and David.

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SCANLON - Brian

27.8.2017 Treasured memories of our wonderful Husband, Father, Pa and Great Pa. In life we loved you dearly and in heaven we love you still.

It broke our hearts to loose you, you did not go alone, a part of us went with you, the day God called you home to be with our loved Deb and Sue. Your loving wife Margaret and family.

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Funerals JOHNSON NOT AS PREVIOUSLY PRINTED in the Midland Express on August 16.

Funeral Mass for Mr. Ivor Johnson will now be held THIS SATURDAY (27th Aug. 2022) at 11 am at St. Ambrose Church Woodend.

All other details as previously advertised.

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CLASSIFIEDS

Kyneton Electrics are seeking a well presented, A Grade Electrician to join our busy team.

Must hold White Card and WWC License.

Excellent communication skills a must.

Apply Attention: Manager E: info@kynetonelectrics.com Phone: 5422 1369 Fax: 5422 1246

is looking for a casual Sewing/Clothing repairer.

We facilitate all types of alterations, which can include zip replacement, take-ups and patches.

If you are interested in this position, please contact Amy Pereira on 54221503 or at 56 High St Kyneton.

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Outdoor Leadership Traineeship Certificate IV • Are you keen on working outdoors?

• Are you interested in teaching young people?

• Are you keen to learn new skills in the Outdoors and Administration while working with students with special needs and gaining a qualification in Outdoor Leadership?

Blackwood Special Schools Outdoor Education Centre is currently seeking young, enthusiastic people who have an interest in outdoor education to apply for their 2023 traineeship intake.

Positions are available for a 12-month appointment beginning in January 2023.

Applications close Friday 9th September 2022

Qualified or Apprentice

Full time

Forward application to castlemaine@ maxifoods.net.au or call Josh at the store

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Billie (Jean) is a red Bloodhound, 1yo, desexed female, sweet natured, yet very strong.

She requires a home with good fencing, dedicated on going training.

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GUILDFORD COMMUNITY MARKET Saturday September 10

9 am - 2 pm Guildford Community Hall 6 Templeton Street

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MALMSBURY TOWN HALL NEWS

CANOLA CROP WANTED If you are a canola grower in the Macedon Ranges and interested in having a beehive in your crop please get in touch.

Bee pollination encourages higher canola yields.

Contact: 0407 806 330

Our Popular Flea Market Returning!

Castlemaine Angling Club is having our AGM, we need to vote in new committee: All positions available Club president, Vice president, Treasurer and Secretary.

It will be on 29.08.22 Monday night at 7 pm the Westend Hall, on the corner of View and Woodman Street, Castlemaine.

Our current committee has got us through Covid restrictions, and we have come out with a healthy club on the other side but we need some new faces, most of our current members have done this for a couple of years and would love to have a break.

SO, IF YOU LOVE FISHING AND ARE KEEN TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO A FAMILY CLUB, COME DOWN

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9 am - 2 pm Customers and Stallholders wanted.

Call: 0409 794 386.

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Small squares: Oaten $10, clean pasture $10, produce lucerne $16, low sugar native grass $12. Straw from $6.

Rounds: Pasture $80 GST inc. Oaten $60. Can deliver.

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LUMBERJACK firewood, peppermint gum, $140 p/m. 20kg bag WOMAN wants to rent a firewood $15, 5 bags - $50 room or land. Kyneton to Delivery 2 mtrs in Sunbury. Ph 0426 998 Macedon Ranges $20.

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Disability Support Workers Location: Macedon Region Tenure: Part time (up to 60 hours a fortnight)

Alepat Taylor is a family owned innovative company operating since 1978 and is located in Kyneton and Preston. We specialise in the distribution and manufacture of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

We have some opportunities for you to work at our Kyneton Bottling site with some of the world's most innovative brands and diverse ranges in the beverage market.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain part time employment with a leading boutique, community based not-for-profit disability service with over 40 years' experience in delivering high quality services for those with disabilities living within our community.

Casual Labour Factory hands Morning and Afternoon shifts

The part time contracts we have on offer will suit if you are committed to working 10 days out of a 14 day roster cycle.

Qualifications & experience • No experience or qualifications required • A current drivers licence • Current COVID Vaccination certificate (1st, 2nd and booster) • Ability to follow processes and procedures • Display good emotional intelligence - eg: be self- motivated, self-aware and confident • Ability to pass pre-employment background checks - police check, NDIS worker screening Tasks & responsibilities • Day, Evening and Overnight/Sleepover shifts - Hours available 7 days a week • Assisting with daily living skills such as: meal preparation, personal care tasks • Assisting participants access the community and achieve their NDIS goals Benefits • 5 weeks annual leave • Extend your income further through salary packaging • Plan ahead by receiving your roster 4 weeks in advance • Paid expert on-the-job training • Working 10 days out of a 14 day roster

Fulltime Quality Assurance Technician – Day shift We are currently seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Technician with previous experience in the Beverage industry in a QA / QC role.

The successful Candidate will have the following qualifications and experience: • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Food Technology or a Science background • Recent experience in the Beverage or Food industry in a QA/QC role • A competent understanding of HACCP implementation • Strong experience and knowledge in SQF and HACCP standard essential • Australian Organic Standard knowledge is advantageous • Internal Audit experience essential but not mandatory Responsibilities will include: • The supervision of all aspects of Quality Assurance and Control on the site according to HACCP standards • Ensure all activities are performed in a safe and environmentally responsible manner • Making sure that products bottles comply with Customer Specifications, Alepat Taylor Quality Manual & Code of Good Manufacturing Practice • Promote continuous improvement in QA policies and procedures This could be your next career move to join a company that offers competitive rates and long term career prospects.

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To apply for a position please go to the careers section of our website and fill in an online application: www.gcss.org.au/careers/positions-vacant/ or if you would like more information please call Reanna on 5434 2777.

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If you are a Jack of all Trades then this is the role for you. This is a fast-paced, repetitive, labour intensive position and will involve maintaining the cleanliness of our workplace, general labouring and process work. Duties may include loading and unloading tools or raw material, assembling, picking, packing and general cleaning.

Immediate start with no experience necessary! Just a positive attitude and lots of enthusiasm! Training provided.

Enthusiastic local wanted!

Committed to our community, Kyneton on Riverside is looking for a self-motivated Community Engagement and marketing tasks.

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PO Box 151 KYNETON Vic 3444 Tel: (03) 5422 0333 Fax: (03) 5422 3623 Email: mrsc@mrsc.vic.gov.au Web: www.mrsc.vic.gov.au

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NOTICE OF AN APPLICATION FOR A PLANNING PERMIT Planning And Environment Act 1987 Section 52(1)

2005 Kia Sportage

An application for a planning permit has been made which may affect you.

THE LAND AFFECTED BY THE APPLICATION IS LOCATED AT:

LOT 3 PS 621245F P/Gisborne 14 Rivergum Road RIDDELLS CREEK VIC 3431

THE APPLICATION IS FOR A PERMIT TO:

Variation to Covenant

THE APPLICANT FOR THE PERMIT IS:

Central Vic Planning Consultants

THE APPLICATION REFERENCE NUMBER IS:

PLN/2022/197

Contact officer:

Yousef Taibeh Senior Statutory Planning Officer P: (03) 5421 9684

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202,000 km, reg. until March 2023, RWC, XPL 155. Priced to sell, $9,500.

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To make an objection or submission to the Responsible Authority, it must: Be in writing Include your name and mailing address (email address optional) Additionally for objections include: Reason/s for the objection State how you would be affected by the granting of a permit Any suggestions on how to address concerns.

Any person who may be affected by the granting of the permit may object or make other submissions to the responsible authority.

A prescribed objection/submission form is located on Council’s website at https://www.mrsc.vic.gov.au/Build-Plan/Planning-Permits-Approvals-Forms/Object-to-an-application.

Objections and submissions can be emailed to mrsc@mrsc.vic.gov.au or posted to PO Box 151 Kyneton Vic 3444 or delivered in person to any Macedon Ranges Shire Council office.

The responsible authority will not decide on the application before at least 14 days after the date the last notice under section 52(1) or (1AA) of the Act is to be given.

If you make an objection, the Responsible Authority will inform you of its decision.

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Macedon Ranges Shire Council is committed to protecting your privacy. Please note that your personal information will be used solely by Council for that primary purpose or directly related purposes. Council may disclose this information to the applicant and their representatives, neighbouring property owners and/or occupiers and any other parties who may have an interest in the application. If you included any personal or identifying information about another person in your submission, please ensure you have informed that person you provided their information to Macedon Ranges Shire.

Council must make a copy of this objection available for any person to inspect free of charge under Section 57(5) of the Act. If you fail to provide this information the Macedon Ranges Shire Council will not be able to advise you of any consultation or decision making forums or the decision regarding this matter, but you may access this information by contacting the Council. The person(s) objecting understands that the personal information provided is for the registration of their objection and the processing and assessment of a planning application. If you object the Council must consider the objection unless you withdraw it.

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Fast finish: Virtuous Circle, ridden by Blaike McDougall, wins the Hugh Wallace-Smith Handicap at Moonee Valley. Photo: Pat Scala/ Racing Photos. Inset: Trainer Liam Howley.

essi e i t Bill West Kyneton trainer Liam Howley has high hopes Virtuous Circle will make his presence felt in some feature races later this year.

“He’s had a faultless preparation so far and we’re hoping he’s now set up for a big Spring,” Howley said after the three-year-old colt came from well back to win the $150,000 Hugh Wallace-Smith Handicap at Moonee Valley on Saturday.

By New Zealand boom sire Almanzor from She Is Stryking, Virtuous Circle was a

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$360,000 purchase after Howley was super impressed with him.

Virtuous Circle has had just three runs, for two wins.

He won the Mornington Sires at odds of $61 on March 26, and was spelled and further educated before his reappearance on Saturday in the 1200m event at The Valley.

Blaike McDougall had the ride and took advantage of barrier 1, saving ground and coming home strongly on the inside to win narrowly but well.

McDougall said the $25 chance was still a bit raw, but he “gives you a great feeling”.

“Liam has done a fantastic job,” he said.

Town n & District

GOLF results Castlemaine Castlemaine Golf Club is pleased to have been able to welcome Castlemaine Secondary College students to participate in the Sporting Schools golf program.

Community coaches from the club provided a few pointers on chipping and putting, and some of the participants were naturals.

More sessions are scheduled.

Some intrepid players tackled the wet conditions in a stableford event on Saturday Lachy Brown (8) won A-grade with 38 points, from Matt O’Brien (2) on 35.

Kevin Lourey (18) led in the B-graders with 38, ahead of Andrew Wilson (15) on 36.

Other good scores came from Sam Grimes, Ben Christmas and Glenn Lorenz.

Kyneton Low marker Jason McClure wrapped up Kyneton’s par 3 championship on Saturday, with two very consistent rounds of 58, 59 for 117 off the stick.

Tien Ho (9) was the A-grade winner with 61 off the stick, on a countback from Barry Murphy.

Neil Watts 68-14-54 edged out Bede Gibson 69-15-54 in B-grade.

Gibson, Tim Kirk, Nick Williamson, Glenn Cook and Matthew Waters (also super pin) were NTP winners.

Wednesday stableford: David Austin (24) had 37 points to take out the men’s event on a countback from Ray Wilkinson (25).

The ladies battled an extremely soggy course (no carts permitted) on Tuesdsay, with Michelle Werner (27) carding 27 points to finished ahead of Joan Gibbs.

Vicki Nettleton (24) was the nine-hole winner from Julie McKellar (34) on 11.

Lancefield Gary Hecker (9) won Lancefield’s stableford event with 35 points on Saturday, with James Whitford (21) runner-up on 34 after a countback.

Legends stableford: Mark Cruise (22) excelled with 40 points.

Wednesday’s women’s stableford (second round of silver spoon): Wendy Nicholas 36 points, from Anne Robinson 30.

Mount Macedon Mount Macedon’s stableford round on Saturday was an extreme contrast between an early constant flurry of showers and the promising afternoon sun arriving.

The overall and A-grade winner was club captain Mick Doyle (7) with 37 points, Nick Ciesielski (14) topped B-grade with 34, and Dave Dunstan (27) led in the Cgraders.

Darcy Doyle eagled the par 5 and NTPs went to M. Burrage, D. Mantynen, Matt Willis and Gisborne’s Daniel Gray.

The pairs winter matchplay final was decided on Saturday with father/son team of Peter and James Semmens overcoming Bryce Singh and Geoff Pickles 4 and 3.

Wild winds struck after a benign front nine on Wednesday, and it is pleasing the course is holding up well.

John Andrew (13) was the A-grade stableford winner with 34 points from Lachlan O’Gorman (17) on 31, and Peter Semmens (23), while the B-grade winner was Peter Semmens (31) on a countback from Keith Miles (20).

The club looks forward to welcoming the ladies back to the course on Sunday for the modified Ambrose hit and giggle. Register with Bruce Fraser if you are attending.

Romsey Steady rain on Saturday morning proved a deterrent for some players at Romsey.

Eight teams were scheduled to compete in the W.E. Tom Shield quarter-finals, but four did not turn up, enabling four to gain walkovers and advance straight to the semi-finals.

A two-person Ambrose was played, with the winners being Mick Nicholls Jnr – Pat Chisholm with 76-5.7570.25 from Mal Mottram – Sherif AbdelSayed 81-9.771.3. Chisholm and Mottram were NTPs. The semifinalists in the W.E. Tom Shield are Shannon and Daniel Wright v Mottram and Davey Kenny, and Chisholm – Nicholls v John Freestone – Bob McLennan.

It was tough going last Wednesday in the par event, with Elaine Scanlon (33) the standout competitor with a commendable -2.

Jan Harver won the nine-hole event on a countback from Lorraine Robb.

Trentham Battling the rain and cold, only three players managed to better their handicaps at Trentham on Saturday.

All came from A-grade, with the overall par event winner being Huw John (10) from Neangar Park’s Max Beever.

James Coyle (14) took out B-grade with - 2, and Gerard Hughes (26) led in the C-graders with -1.

Cate Thomas led in the intrepid ladies with 37 stableford points, from Alison Borchers 35.

Woodend A milestone moment at Woodend – the golf club now has 250 members, and is keen to obtain more.

The special $250 offer for unlimited golf in the first 12 months has helped entice additional numbers.

Saturday’s stableford was won by Murray Fraser (17) with 42 points, from Ben Harding (13) on 39.

Ongoing wet conditions and more rain forecast has led to a ban on carts until the end of August, when the situation will be reassessed.

Jason McClure, winner of Kyneton Golf Club’s par 3 championship.

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Castlemaine Football Netball Club played host to Sandhurst in the final round of the 2022 Bendigo Football Netball League (BFNL) season last Saturday.

The young Magpie outfit held their own against the Dragons in the opening term and only trailed by 16 points at quarter term.

However, Sandhurst put their foot down in the second term smashing through another 10 goals, while the home side scraped one through the sticks.

At half time the margin had blown out to 73 points.

To their credit the Magpies were not done and lifted in the third term kicking four much needed goals and holding Sandhurst to five for the term. At the final change 83 points separated the sides.

Despite the determination of the Magpies, the Dragons pulled out all the stops in the final term to boot another nine goals to one to run over the top of the Pies by 136 points.

Final scores were Castlemaine 1.2, 2.2, 6.2, 7.2 (44) to 3.6, 13.9, 18.13, 27.18 (180).

Goal kickers for Castlemaine were Zac Denahy, Brodie Byrne, Kaleb McBride, Bradley Keogh, Nicholas Woodman.

Best were Riley Pedretti, Liam Wilkinson, Tom Cain, Jackson Hood, Zac Denahy and Nicholas Woodman.

In the Reserves it was a similar story with the Dragons dominating from start to finish and walking away winners by 157 points.

Final scores were Castlemaine 1.0, 1.0, 1.0, 2.0 (12) lost to 7.3, 12.5, 19.10, 26.13 (169).

Goal kickers for the Magpies were Dan Park and Jack Waters.

Shining lights for the side were David Taylor, Jason Cordy, Dan Park, James Collie, Ethan Hein and Austin Peace.

In the Under 18s Sandhurst got the jump on the Magpies early and got out to a 42 point lead by half time.

To their credit the Magpies lifted late in the game and added three more goals to bridge the gap but in the end the Dragons won the match by 86 points.

Final scores were Castlemaine 0.1, 1.4, 3.5, 4.6 (30) lost to Sandhurst 5.2, 8.4, 13.6, 18.8 (116).

Goal kickers for Castlemaine were Archer Day-Wicks 2, Ashton Frankling and Tobie Travaglia.

Best for the Magpies were Ethan Hein, Matthew Schembri, Ashton Frankling, Ethan Maltby, Oliver Daldy and Kohen Williams.

The Magpie Women's Football side was also unlucky to be dealt their first loss of the season going down to Bendigo Thunder at home by a solitary point.

The Magpies made a bright start and led by eight points at the first change.

Thunder had other ideas though and battled back into the match in the second term kicking two goals and holding the Magpie Women to two points.

At half time the Bendigo side had snatched a two point lead.

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The battle royale continued in the third term and Thunder managed to get another goal on the board to stretch their lead to nine points at the final change.

The Magpies came home full of running and slammed on two more important goals but unfortunately time ran out and they lost by just one point ending their undefeated winning streak on the eve of finals.

Final scores were Castlemaine 2.1, 2.3, 2.5, 4.7 (31) to Thunder 0.5, 2.5, 3.8, 4.8 (32).

Goal kickers for Castlemaine were Shelby Knoll 3 and Bridie Semmens.

Best for Castlemaine were Victoria Christie, Meg Ginnivan, Tia Davidge, Jemma Finning, Bridie Semmens and Taylah Sartori.

While the season is over for the Magpie men, the women will look to bounce back this weekend in their first round of finals.

Devoted to cricket

A Woodend resident who has devoted a near lifetime to cricket has received a coveted award.

At the Victorian Country Cricket League’s annual meeting earlier this month, Kevin Sullivan (pictured) was presented with the R. F. Merriman Service Medallion for meritorious contributions to the conduct of VCCL programs and competitions.

He began playing for Woodend as a 15-year-old in 1959, and this was the start of a 63 years’ involvement with the Gisborne District Cricket Association, both as a player and administrator at Woodend CC, and with the GDCA board. Widely know as ‘Sully’, he has been the GDCA results secretary since 1979, treasurer since 1980, and an accomplished association Umpire for 20 years.

A life member of the GDCA and WCC, he is one of four inaugural ‘Legends of the GDCA. At the Central Highlands Cricket Region’s recent annual meeting in Ballarat, ‘Sully’ was presented with the Geoff McRae Service Award.

The Castlemaine Magpies produced some great passages of play on the court.

Photo: Max Lesser.

Life membership for club legend Gisborne Cricket Club's long-time president Andrew Headberry has been awarded life membership.

Headers' nomination had to be done in a slightly unconventional manner as the club constitution stipulated nominations were tabled to the committee.

As this included the president, the committee knew if he saw it coming he might try and head it off, so had to take a slightly more covert approach involving former presidents and the life membership sub-committee.

His nomination was then announced at the endof-season presentation night celebrating Gisborne’s historical win in the McIntyre Cup. As president he also had MC responsibilities for presentation night, so towards the end of the evening the

microphone had to be 'hijacked' under false pretences to announce the nomination.

A genuinely surprised, typically humble (and slightly emotional) 'Headers' accepted the award and then tried gallantly to stay focussed on the rest of proceedings.

Apparently it threw him off his game more than getting hit for consecutive six’s (which has been known to happen) and the remainder of the night didn’t quite go to script.

Under his balanced leadership, tireless work and passion for delivering the club's inclusive values, Gisborne has grown into a successful club and is now the largest in regional Victoria. The upcoming season will be his 10th as president and the club's 166th year.

Andrew Headberry being presented with life membership by club secretary Jim Hynes.

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The Sainter Celebrations were off the charts for the anniversary of the formation of Trentham Football Club 130 years ago, and also the 1992 senior and reserves premiership 30-year reunion.

After the final home and away round six of Trentham’s 10 football and netball teams have made the finals. Good luck to all involved.

On Thursday night former Collingwood premiership captain Nick Maxwell attended training and spoke to junior and senior groups in preparation for their finals campaigns.

Tremendous images from the occasion are are on social media.

Having been an exceptionally challenging year for the club, all the organisers, club committee and helpers should be proud of themselves for outstanding achievements overall.

A big ‘high five’ to those who have been an official, umpire, scorer, timekeeper, gate keeper, kitchen hand, cleaner, bar tender, coordinator, team manager, photographer, sportswriter etc etc. The list goes on.

Thanks to all for making the club the greatest there is!

100 GOALS UP Jake Keogh reached the 100 goals mark for the season on Saturday – a great performance by a stalwart Saint.

The Saints out gunned Talbot with plenty of former players in attendance as part of the reunions.

Trentham 13.25 (103) d Talbot 1.2 (8).

Goals – A. Ferrier, L. Bianco 4, J. Cowan, J. Dowling, D. Holden, J. Keogh, L. Whitehouse.

Best – D. Matricardi, Ferrier, Bianco, J. Mighell, J. Davaston, H. Jake Keogh reached the 100 goals mark for the season on Saturday – a great performance by a stalwart Saint.

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Photo: Steve Hammond Reserves: Trentham 6.10 (46) d Talbot 3.8 (26).

Goals – J. Murphy , J. Nadin, J. Steen.

17&U: We are proud of you even if you missed the finals after a 23-34 result. Best – G. Best – J. Cutler, Steen, S. Evans, H. Sundblom, Nadin, M. Peeler.

Harvey-Courts.

U14.5: We’re all so proud of this side which has improved every game, but the top side C-grade: Clear communication, precise passing and accurate shooting added up to a was too strong 14.13 to nil on Saturday. Best – M. Shaw, E. Hamilton, L. Malone, Player, 51-11 victory. Best – B. Turnbull.

D. Sutton, A. Shaw.

The B-graders persisted for a 38-33 victory. Best – Z. Turton.

U11.5: An exceptional 5.13 to nil win by the little champions who loved playing in the A-grade: Another strong win, moving the ball well for a 56-37 margin. Best – P. Higgins. mud, and can’t wait to be in a final. Goals – M. Higgins, W. Hooper 2, J. Reid. Best – THIS WEEKEND Hooper, Higgins, H. Thompson, J. Reid, E. Hamilton-Grey, G. Powney.

Trentham seniors play Harcourt in a MCDFNL qualifying final at Princes Park at 2.35pm NETBALL ROUND-UP this Saturday; at 12.20pm the Reserves take on Maldon. A great effort by both teams to Three wins and three losses by the netballers with dark clouds and a wet court initially. finish on top of the ladder.

There has been real improvement by the juniors across the board, with the 13&U side On Sunday the U11.5s play Maldon at Avoca. going down 9-34 to strong opposition. Best – L. Evans.

There are three Trentham netball sides in elimination finals at Avoca – the C-graders 15&U: This team has really bonded and will be formidable next season. E. Foreshaw play Navarre at 12.25pm, the B and A-graders follow with matches against Maldon. was best in the 9-22 defeat.

Big wins for Harcourt and Maldon Harcourt secured a strong win over Newstead in the local derby which marked the final round of the Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball League (MCDFNL) home and away season last Saturday.

Whilst a convincing win by Maldon over Royal Park has also booked them a spot in the finals.

Harcourt welcomed Newstead to the den on Saturday for round 16 action. The Steaders managed to hold the Lions to four goals in the opening term, while also adding a goal to their tally and just 21 points separated the sides at quarter time.

Newstead continued to apply the pressure in the second quarter keeping the fourth placed Lions to just three goals for the term, while adding another much needed major.

At half time Harcourt had increased its advantage to 36 points.

Unfortunately despite the Roos best efforts the Lions took control of the match in the third term and went on with the job to eventually record a 77 point win.

Final scores were Harcourt 4.4, 7.8, 11.11, 15. 12 (102) to Newstead 1.1, 2.2, 2.5, 3.7 (25).

Goal kickers for Harcourt were Cameron Anderson 4, Sam Gale, Jed Rodda 3, Benjamin Leech, Barry Hall 2 and Jordan Gartside.

Best were Harcourt were Paul Chaplin, Darby Semmens, Cameron Anderson, Kayne Davidson, Sam Gale and Lachlan Mitchell.

Goal kickers for Newstead were Angus Adams, Rhys Smith and Anthony Robbins.

Best for Newstead were Anthony Robins, Kayle Thompson, Bradley Richardson, Cordie McKendry, Jedd Pedretti and James Mitchelhill.

Maldon made the journey over the Moolort Plains to tackle Royal Park at Hedges Oval.

Whilst Royal Park has showed some promising signs this season, winning five matches, Saturday was not their day and they simply couldn't find an avenue to goal with Maldon running out convincing winners by 64 points and keeping the Tigers scoreless.

Goal kickers for Maldon were Bryce Coffey 3, Aaron Millen 2, Ashley Woodman, Julian Lockwood and Bailey Brown.

Best were David Wilson, Bryce Coffey, Coby Bennett, Max Johns, Hayden Coffey and Matthew Gray.

Campbells Creek played host to Natte Bealiba in their final home and away match for the season.

Natte made a strong start with the Swans kicking nine goals in the first quarter to open their account.

Creek were unlucky with their opportunities in front of goal off target and resulting in just four points, which saw the Swans with a 50 point lead at quarter time.

The Magpies managed to peg one back in the second term but after that the visitors ran over the top of the valiant Creek on their way to a 231 point win.

Creek definitely showed plenty of improvement as the season went on and will be looking to continue to build on the positives in 2023.

Goal scorer for Creek was Mitch Kerney.

Campbells Creek showed improvement throughout the season and will look to keep building on the positives in 2023. Photo: Max Lesser.

Best for Creek were Nick O’Brien, Jyanni Pollard, Mitch Kerney, Benjamin Carson, Dylan Stevens, Mak Ganim.

In other matches Dunolly defeated Avoca, Maryborough Rovers lost to Lexton, Navarre lost to Carisbrook in a low scoring affair and Trentham beat Talbot.

Netball On the netball court Harcourt's A Grade side 74 accounted for Newstead 27, Royal Park 50 defeated Maldon 41, Campbells Creek 38 lost to Natte Bealiba 64, Dunolly 46 went down to Avoca 69, Maryborough Rovers 35 lost to Lexton 59, Navarre 26 lost to Carisbrook 57 and Trentham 56 proved too strong for Talbot 37.

Finals begin In the first round of finals this weekend the Trentham Seniors face Harcourt in the Qualifying Final 1 at Princes Park Maryborough on Saturday August 27 and in Qualifying Final Round 2 on Sunday August 28 Natte Bealiba tackle Carisbrook at Avoca. In the Elimination Final 2 on Saturday Lexton take on Maldon at Avoca and on Sunday in Elimination Final 1 Navarre versus Dunolly at Princes Park Maryborough.

In netball Avoca and Harcourt A Grade and Natte Bealiba and Carisbrook will play off Saturday and on Sunday Lexton v Newstead and Trentham take on Maldon.

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Elite onballer Brad Bernacki is back in business for Gisborne, further boosting the Bendigo League minor premiers as the 2022 finals begin this weekend.

Sidelined for a lengthy period, Bernacki resumed against Eaglehawk in the final home and away round on Saturday and displayed much of the form that has him ranked among the highest quality players across the league.

Bernacki showed he still has his peerless ball winning and disposal abilities, kicking four goals in the process.

After a surprise defeat by Golden Square seven days earlier, the Rob Waters-coached Bulldogs were always in command against an Eaglehawk side knowing they were going to finish outside the top five.

By half time the Bulldogs led by 44 points, and the Hawks

Shock win to ‘Maine

Castlemaine A-grade netballers shocked ladder-leader Sandhurst with their best win for the season on Saturday.

The fifth-placed Magpies excelled with a 47-46 victory, which enabled Kangaroo Flat to sneak back into the all-important top spot with finals on the agenda across all grades.

Gisborne’s five teams disposed of their Eaglehawk opponents at Gardiner Reserve and hope to peak for the finals.

Kyneton A-graders ended the season with a victory over Maryborough, and the Tigers’ teams improved on previous performances despite not making the finals.

The Tigers congratulated Rebecca Ingleton on her 100th game.

Scores in all grades: A: Castlemaine 47 d Sandhurst 46, Kyneton 48 d Maryborough 43, Gisborne 50 d Eaglehawk 35, Strathfieldsaye 60 d Golden Square 40,Kangaroo Flat 59 d South Bendigo 40.

Final ladder: Kangaroo Flat 64, Sandhurst 64, Gisborne 52, Castlemaine 48, South Bendigo 46, Kyneton 30, Maryborough 20, Eaglehawk 16, Strathfieldsaye 16, Golden Square 0.

A-Reserve: Gisborne 55 d Eaglehawk 30, Sandhurst 48 d Castlemaine 35, Kangaroo Flat 47 d South Bendigo 36, Strathfieldsaye 44 d Golden Square 34.

B: Maryborough 40 d Kyneton 36, Gisborne 55 d Eaglehawk 26, South Bendigo 41 drew with Kangaroo Flat 41, Sandhurst 82 d Castlemaine 18, Strathfieldsaye 67 d Golden Square 28.

B-Reserve: Maryborough 47 d Kyneton 30, Gisborne 33 d Eaglehawk 30, Sandhurst 70 d Castlemaine 29, Kangaroo Flat 47 d South Bendigo 37.

Semis at weekend

The Riddell League’s first and second semi-finals will take place this weekend.

On Saturday, second semi-finals will be held at Romsey Park, and on Sunday the first semi-finals are at Gilbert Gordon Oval, Woodend.

• Saturday football – Wallan v Riddell (Under 19.5s) at 10am; Wallan v Diggers Rest (Reserves) at noon; Riddell v Wallan (Seniors) at 2pm.

• Saturday netball – Western Rams v Woodend-Hesket (19&Under) at 10am; Rams v Diggers Rest (C-grade) at 11am; Melton Centrals v Lancefield (B-grade) at noon; Macedon v Woodend-Hesket (Agrade) at 1pm.

• Sunday football – Romsey v Macedon (U19.5s); Melton Centrals v Riddell (Reserves); Diggers Rest v Macedon (Seniors).

• Sunday netball – Western Rams v Woodend-Hesket (19&Under); Diggers Rest v Rams (C-grade); Diggers Rest v Macedon (B-grade); Diggers Rest v Riddell (A-grade).

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simply did not have the penetration needed to put a reasonable tally on the board.

Gisborne can sit back with a fortnight’s spell and await the outcome of the Golden Square versus Strathfieldsaye elimination final.

Buoyed by the victory over Gisborne, Golden Square toppled The Storm by 47 points and appear to be in good form at the right end of the season.

Gisborne finished up with 17 goals on the board and a margin of 80 points, despite ace goalkicker Pat McKenna being restricted to two majors.

Key ruckman Braidon Blake has missed the past two games with a groin injury, and the ‘Dogs may be awaiting progress reports to see if he is a chance to resume in the

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finals. Gisborne’s versatility and depth will give opposition coaches plenty of headaches on the Queen Elizabeth Oval.

Flynn Lakey continued his ball winning momentum, and Matt Merrett turned in one of his best games for the club.

Gisborne 17.15 (117) d Eaglehawk 5.7 (37).

Goals (G) – B. Blake, E. Foreman 4, L. Ellings 3, P. McKenna, J. Scanlon 2, E. Minns, S. Graham.

Best – M. Merrett, Foreman, Bernacki, Lakey, J. Owen, S. Bell-Bartels.

Gisborne Reserves and Under 18s had no trouble in taking the points and like the senior side, are looking forward to the finals.

Reserves: Gisborne 8.15 (63) d Eaglehawk 3.1 (19).

Under 18s: Gisborne 11.13 (85) d Eaglehawk 2.3 (15).

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“All I can say is this guy stood by us in really hard times,” was how Kyneton Football Netball Club president Hayden Evans described the first prize winner in the club’s major raffle for 2022.

The winner was staunch clubman and on-field leader Harrison Huntley, with the first prize being worth nearly $160,000 all up.

“He’s a fantastic guy .... go and get him out of the rooms,” Evans decreed at the official draw during the half-time interval of the Kyneton versus Maryborough senior match on Saturday.

Huntley, who spends his on-field time making it tough for opposition forwards, found it hard to believe he held the winning ticket in the major raffle – the biggest yet conducted by the club.

A large gathering of Tiger supporters gathered outdoors for the supervised draw, with Evans announcing all tickets had been sold.

The first prize was a 2022 Toyota Hilux Rugged 4x4 supplied by Kyneton Toyota, and a Victory Trophy 21-foot three bunch family caravan from Victory Caravans in Bendigo. Both are painted in the famous yellow and black colours of the Tigers.

Second prize of a $8000 travel voucher was shared by three enthusiastic locals who were present for the draw – namely Scott Paterson, Bill Young and Sam Priestley.

The third prize, a $2000 camping package, went to Kilsyth South resident Tim Brannan.

Before the draw, Evans handed over $3500 to help the work of Kyneton Foodbank and Kynerton Collective as part of the club’s assistance towards worthy charitable groups in the are.

The president thanked “the fantastic committee” behind the raffle, and the online programmers who sold tickets far and wide.

Evans also singled out many of the Tigers’ major sponsors for special praise.

They included Kyneton Toyota, Kyneton on Riverside, Prendergast Earthmoving, Barfold Quarries, Wicklow Group and Palmer, Stevens and Rennick, Landmark and Elders (both Kyneton).

He guaranteed the club would again be running Jumping for joy: Harrison Huntley found it hard to believe he was the major raffle winner. All the ingredients for a good holiday now footy is over for the Tigers this season? another major raffle with great prizes.

Tigers round off season

Kyneton senior footballers ended their 2022 season on Saturday by accounting for wooden spooner Maryborough by 101 points.

With rain during the week making the Showgrounds’ surface conditions less than ideal for precision football, and dampness still around, it was something of an anticlimax as the Tigers’ players and supporters were well aware of how close they had come to making the finals.

Maryborough, without a win for the entire season, lacked the firepower to trouble the Tigers, who ended up in sixth position.

The home side indulged in a first quarter scoring spree, piling on 8.5 to no score, with winners in numerous positions.

Leading by 73 points at half-time, much of the attention switched to the major raffle draw and there were plenty of cheers when dependable Tigers’ defender Harrison Huntley had his ticket drawn from the barrel.

What a way to obtain a brand new Toyota and a camper van as well!

As far as individual performances were concerned, evergreen Tiger Rhys Magin had another day out, finishing with nine goals through his uncanny ability to read the play and put kicks to advantage.

Magin has been a top Tiger for years, and 2022 has seen a new dimension as he finished the home and away round with 75 goals, runner-up to Golden Square’s Joel Brett who had 92 to his credit in the league’s goalkicking award.

Pat McKenna (Gisborne) ended with 61, Jaiden Burke (Golden Square 61), Kobi Maxted (Sandhurst ) 59, and Brock Harvey (South Bendigo) 57.

The third quarter produced 6.8 to no score in favour of the Tigers.

Kyneton eased the pressure in the last quarter, with the visitors scoring 3.2 to four points.

Scores: Kyneton 19.19 (133) d Maryborough 4.8 (32).

Goals (K) – R. Magin 9, M. Crozier, C. Fisher, H. Yunghanns 2, M. Comben, D. Bartrop, C. Manuel.

Best –Magin, Bartrop, Yunghanns, C. Manuel, Fisher, S. Georgeio.

Reserves: Kyneton 14.9 (93) d Maryborough 9.7 (61).

Final ladder: Golden Square 68, Gisborne 64, Strathfieldsaye 54, Sandhurst 52, Eaglehawk 32, Kangaroo Flat 28, Kyneton 28, South Bendigo 24, Castlemaine 6, Maryborough 4.

Under 18s: Maryborough 7.4 (46) d Kyneton 4.6 (30).

Final ladder: Sandhurst 68, Golden Square 62, Gisborne 60, Strathfieldsaye 50, Maryborough 36, Kangaroo Flat 24, Eaglehawk 20, Castlemaine 16, Kyneton 16, South Bendigo 8.

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Hawks shine in netball Bill West

Playing in their first A-grade finals series, Woodend-Hesket’s netballers survived a high-intensity qualifying encounter against talented opposition on Saturday.

“It shows just how far we have come this season,” delighted playing coach Meg Grbac told her players after their 32-27 victory.

It’s the first time the Hawks have beaten Diggers Rest, and they were out of the blocks quickly as rain at Romsey eased and the sun appeared.

Livewire teenage star Charlee Duff-Tytler tested the Diggers defender early, and the Hawks led 11-6 at one stage.

The mixture of youth and ex-

perience was seen to advantage, and Grbac and Ty Coppinger were strong in defence with intercepts and spoils in a fast moving contest.

Five up at half-time, the Hawks fought off numerous challenges, with on-target Deanne Tupper being utilised as an alternative scorer.

Early in the last term Diggers Rest drew within two, but the Hawks steadied and were thrilled to earned a second semi-final spot against the Ciara Stewart-coached top-of-the-ladder Macedon, who the Hawks have yet to beat.

Macedon was the only club to have all four sides in finals.

Woodend-Hesket’s day began well with a decisive victory in the 19&Under qualifying final against Melton Centrals.

RIDDELL EXCELL Riddell may have finished fifth on the A-grade ladder, but the performance on Sunday to completely shut down and eliminate Wallan was very impressive.

The Bombers are now looking forward to tackling Diggers Rest on Sunday.

Results from all finals at the weekend were: Qualifying: A – Woodend-Hesket 32 d Diggers Rest 27; B – Macedon 28 d Melton Centrals 23; C – Diggers Rest 30 d Macedon 20; 19&Under – Woodend-Hesket 27 d Melton Centrals 12.

Elimination: A – Riddell 26 d Wallan 14; B – Lancefield 37 d Western Rams 22; C – Riddell 22 d Lancefield 17; 19&Under – Macedon 33 d Riddell 23.

SP PORTS WRAP PORT On target – Deanne Tuppen shoots another goal for Woodend-Hesket on Saturday.

Magpies fly high, Cats find a way Wallan demolished a shell-shocked Diggers Rest by 93 points in the Riddell League’s qualifying final on Saturday, setting up a blockbuster second semi-final with ladder-leader Riddell this weekend.

And a resolute fifth-placed Macedon slammed home six goals in the second quarter in Sunday’s elimination final to take control of a very low-scoring elimination final against Romsey.

The Riddell versus Wallan second semi-final clash at Romsey on Saturday could well be a preview of the grand final on Sunday, September 11.

In the AFL the Magpies (Collingwood) and Bombers (Essendon) have been in the headlines, and it’s the supporters of their Riddell League name sakes who are becoming very excited at local level.

With 2021 Coach of the Year David Nolan in charge, the Magpies outgunned Diggers Rest for four quarters in a formidable display, confident after winning by six goals against the same opposition in the last home and away round.

Diggers Rest is usually a highly competitive performer in finals, but not this time.

And Wallan won without the services of the league’s leading goalkicker Matt Perri, sidelined through injury.

The return of strong and young key position player Nathan Fowler is an added bonus.

Diggers Rest may have had a rough time with injuries, but no one could predict the one-sided nature of this contest.

Wallan 4.2, 8.7, 12.11, 17.14 (116) d Diggers Rest 0.3, 0.4, 2.5, 3.5 (23).

Goals (W) – T. Muldoon, N. Findlay 4, C. Grindlay, S. Morris 2, S. Boyall, J. Layley, W. Brock, R. Schraven.

Best – J. Bonello, Boyall, M. Bonello, Fowler, Morris, Muldoon.

Goals (DR) – M. Jensen, J. Tenaglia, T. Schwarzenberg.

Best – P. Jackson, Tenaglia, Schwarzenberg, Jensen, A. Cicero, M. Brockwell.

In the Reserves, Diggers Rest 5.7 (37) defeated Melton Centrals 2.7 (19).

CATS TOO GOOD “We think we have ended up where we deserve to be …. we will have a nothing to lose attitude and just see what happens," Macedon coach Al Meldrum commented in the lead-up to Sunday’s encounter against the Redbacks on a heavy surface at Wallan.

The Cats fielded a stronger side than when they lost to Romsey on July 16, and the Redbacks had One down – two to go! A dominant Wallan lineup thrashed Diggers Rest by 93 plenty of the ball in the first term. points in the Riddell League qualifying final on Saturday.

The game turned around completely in the second quarter, Macedon kicking 6.1 while keeping their frustrated opposition scoreless.

The second half turned into a stalemate, with each side scoring two goals.

Big ruckman Jordan Dyer was rated as the Cats’ best, and veteran Matt Knox came up with three goals.

Utility Nathan Rayment, the very consistent Corey Pertzel and youngster Callum Sankey were among the Redbacks’ best.

Macedon 0.1, 6.2, 7.5, 8.8 (56) d Romsey 2.5, 2.5, 2.7, 4.8 (32).

Goals (M) – M. Knox 3, J. Cooke 2, J. Kernan, J. Mills, Z. Baggs.

Best – J. Dyer, K. Staudt, B. Boyne, Knox, A. Collins, T. Delaney.

Goals (R) – M. Burkett, J. Jadwab, N. Blair, W. Di Petro.

Best – N. Rayment, C. Pertzel, C. Sankey, Jedwab, N. Tessari, Burkett.

Riddell coach Justin Belleville will Riddell’s tireless captain-ruckman Reserves: After scores were tied at 4.3 apiece, have his Bombers fired up for a big Josh Grabham is expected to be one Riddell drew away to defeat Woodend-Hesket 7.5 effort against the rampant Magpies in of the Bombers’ key players in the the second semi-final. second semi-final.

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LOVE A PARADE? Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival's Grand Parade and Fair will be celebrating its 50th year.

Parade and fair day is Sunday September 11.

The parade, as usual, will leave the Kyneton Showgrounds at 12.30pm and travel along Mollison Street.

People will be able to view it from anywhere between Piper and Simpson Streets.

The big change this year is the festival fair, which will be held in the grounds of the old Kyneton Primary School immediately after the Parade. Entry will be via the gates in Baynton Street.

There will be both old and new activities at the fair in the old school grounds: Farmer Darryl and his animal nursery, children’s activities, food and drink stalls (including coffee), bands, dancing, singing, the Central Victorian Lion Dancers, stilt walkers, and new this year, the Wadako Rindo Japanese Drummers and a climbing wall for the kids.

The parade is an amazing event with floats, bands, classic cars, school and kinder groups, stilt walkers and entertainers, obedient dogs, the carriage carrying the festival King and Queen and more.

The Best Float Award, taking into account this year’s theme Jubilee Gold, will now be known as the Eric Scoble Memorial Award. Eric, the festival president until he passed away early in 2020, was a great force in the event over many years and is greatly missed by everyone.

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HOW FAST CAN YOUR DEAR DOGGIE DASH? The Kyneton Dog Dash is back. This year its on Sunday September 4 at the Kyneton Velodrome with dogs and their owners gathering for a 40-metre time trial. Each dog will be competing individually so there won't be a barny halfway along the course!

The fastest time recorded wins.

Any dog can compete in the Dog Dash and entry is free. Dogs of all shapes and sizes race for trophies and bragging rights in Kyneton’s now famous time trials.

Spectators are welcome – share in the fun! Registrations from 1pm, racing starts 2pm.

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