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Landowners in Macedon Ranges continue to fight fi i to keep existing build rights on 40ha or more in the Farm Zone as both state and local government sharpen their focus on agricultural land. Pictured is Alex Straus at his family farm in Darraweit Guim. More page 3.

A changing landscape? Accommodation, restaurants and convenience stores could become part of Macedon Ranges’ farming and rural landscape, under the newly released Draft Rural Land Use Strategy. Greater ease for tourism and commercial activity would come with the new Rural Activity Zone recommended for land in the shire’s northeast between Woodend, Malmsbury and Tylden. A land analysis of the shire’s northeast

found "the Farming Zone is no longer considered the most appropriate zone for this area as agriculture, while a dominant land use, is mostly ancillary to the primary land uses including rural lifestyle and tourism". The council-commissioned RMCG report found that while agricultural capability of the land was strong, commercial scale was limited by land fragmentation, high land prices and rural land use conflict. "Agricultural viability of commercial enterprises is increasingly reliant on valueadding such as tourism," the report stated.

According to the report, land between Woodend and Malmsbury is also significantly fragmented and, since 2006, experienced the highest concentration of new dwelling development in the rural areas. "Broadacre agricultural enterprises have largely left the area and have been replaced by a mix of equine and smallscale specialist agricultural enterprises as well as hobby farming and rural lifestyle," it states. The Rural Activity Zone provides flexibility for agriculture and other land uses

to co-exist, such as primary produce sales and group accommodation, but some residents have questioned its appropriateness for the area and the timing of its introduction as the state government reviews strategic agricultural land within 100km of Melbourne. The contentious rezoning contributed to Macedon Ranges councillors’ struggle to endorse the strategy for public consultation in a 5-4 vote at their March ordinary meeting. Continued page 3.

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ping changes before the document was released for public consultation. Cr Guthrie urged there was "no need to rush" the document. “I really believe that councillors should do more work before we put a document out to the community and make sure it’s correct. I think there are glaring mistakes in it and if you put it out in this form I think you’re starting to be on the verge of misleading the community,” he said. While other councillors expressed some concern with the document, they argued community feedback would help inform change and it needed to happen now. "This has been four years... The feedback helps us to deliberate and discuss further and have a really robust look at the document. If we feel it needs to go out again, then that can occur," Cr Janet Pearce said. A division recorded councillors supporting the document’s release in its current form were Crs Pearce, Neil, Bonanno, West and Ridgeway. Those against were Crs Anderson, Guthrie, Death and Moore. Community feedback will be sought on the Draft Rural Land Use Strategy through the council's website and other other channels.

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agriculture by protecting productive agricultural land from further fragmentation and uses that would introduce land use conflict with agriculture," she said. "Introducing the 0ha lot size for a dwelling without a permit provides the ability to ensure that any new housing will not impact or reduce the ability of agricultural activities to conduct their business, and the right to farm agricultural land is protected." Like all council’s across Victoria, Ms Hughes said the council still awaited news on the state’s paper. She said the draft Rural Land Use Strategy, for purposes of community consultation, currently aligned with the state government's proposed 0ha minimum for triggering a planning permit for dwellings in the Farming Zone. Community feedback received as part of the forthcoming community consultation process on the draft Rural Land Use Strategy will inform the council on whether this proposal remains a part of the final strategy. Ms Straus is encouraging landowners to read the council’s strategy and make submissions to the process, and to follow discussions on the state government’s Planning for Melbourne’s Green Wedges and Agricultural Land consultation paper.

A changing landscape? From page 1. Mayor Cr Jennifer Anderson said she could see no strategic purpose for introducing a Rural Activity Zone with uses that were prohibited in the Farming Zone. “I can’t see the strategic evidence for why nearly a quarter of our shire would want to be zoned Rural Activity Zone from north of Woodend to Malmsbury,” she said. “The Macedon Ranges Advisory Protection Committee had 13 recommendations and this was not stated as something that needed to be included.” The introduction of a Rural Activity Zone to the shire’s northeast is just one element of the detail councillors took concern with. Four years in the making, the draft strategy identifies four strategic objectives to guide rural land use: agriculture; environment, landscape, hazards and catchments; equine; and rural tourism. Several key changes are recommended to support objectives including rezoning some Rural Conservation areas Farming with an environmental significance overlay, rezoning some areas of Farm Zone land Rural Conservation Zone, and removal of farm build rights for land over 40ha. Cr Anderson, with Cr Anne Moore and Rob Guthrie, insisted on workshop-

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A strategy aimed at protecting productive agricultural land in the Macedon Ranges is being challenged by farmland owners. The local council's draft Rural Land Use Strategy will scrap existing rights of landowners to build a dwelling in the Farm Zone on land of 40ha or more, which farmers fear will create barriers and uncertainty about their future. Brigit Straus shares farmland properties in Bolinda and Darraweit Guim with her siblings, and fears they, and other landowners, could face additional expenses and delays in the planning process to build on their properties if the strategy is adopted. “The minimum lot sizes to build without a permit have been set to zero and we believe there will be more than 400 properties across the shire that will be affected by this,” she said. “Taking away build rights would detrimentally impact plans for both of our properties. Landowners could go through this whole process and still not be able to build.” The strategy changes mean all landowners in the Farm Zone will need to apply for a permit to build, which will be scrutinised by the council and may be subject to conditions. Rejected applications may be challenged at the Victorian Civil and Administration Tribunal, often a costly exercise and one without certainty. The Macedon Ranges’ history of these applications for smaller properties at VCAT has seen varied and inconsistent results. “The economic impact is going to be a deterrent and a dwelling is not just a place to live in but also where the business is run from. Not enough weight is given to that factor,” Ms Straus said. “We’re in the equine precinct and we’re dealing with highquality horses and need houses to look after them and to make the business viable.” The council’s move echoes the state government’s Planning for Melbourne’s Green Wedges and Agricultural Land consultation paper that aims to protect agricultural land within 100km of Melbourne. The paper, still under consideration, came under fire in February for its bid to remove landowners’ existing build rights. Macedon Ranges Council’s director of planning and environment Angela Hughes said the council's strategy responded to the impacts that dwellings could have on agricultural land uses which were identified during preparation of the draft Rural Land Use Strategy, and the preceding ‘In the Farming Zone’ and in the ‘Rural Conservation Zone Research and Investigation Report'. “The draft Rural Land Use Strategy identifies that in areas that are still relatively unfragmented, planning policy should support

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School holiday program

Places are still available in the YMCA Autumn School Holiday Program. The program offers a range of activities for school aged children, and runs until Friday 16 April. Find out more at the school holiday program section of www.childrensprograms.ymca.org.au.

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Council is partnering with Healthy Heart of Victoria and Bike Bendigo to deliver a bike workshop for students wanting to ride to school, or ride independently.

Gisborne tower rejected

The workshop aims to encourage students to ride to school, build conﬁdence and learn road rules.

Macedon Ranges Council has refused an application to rebuild a telecommunications tower at the environmentally sensitive Mount Gisborne. The application was to reconstruct a 17.5-metre monopole to support Western Water’s infrastructure and Country Fire Authority incident management, the sole users of the tower. The tower was destroyed by storm in 2019, partially due to an overload of equipment, but its replacement would have involved removal of native vegetation and damage to native grasses. While both Western Water and the CFA advised the proposed tower was essential to their need for improved communication and community safety, the council had received previous advice from the CFA suggesting otherwise, and the rebuild received eight objections, mostly based on the significance of the local flora. Councillors weighed up conflicting advice on the tower's importance with the knowledge of some certain and some potential environmental impacts. Cr Rob Guthrie said environmental impacts were "unacceptable" given the unique and sensitive landscape that was highlighted as a significant distinctive landscape. “The applicant has not provided sufficient justification or demonstrated the need for the tower at this location,” he said. “The reserve is currently zoned Public Park and Recreation Zone and given council is intending to rezone the site to Public Conservation and Resource Zone, the proposal would be contrary to the purpose of the new zone and strategic intent for the site.” Councillors had deferred the application earlier this year in an unsuccessful attempt to explore further options such as alternative sites in the vicinity and the possibility of co-locating services to also improve general household internet and phone coverage in Gisborne South. The tower had not been previously used for household telecommunications. Councillors voted 6-3 in favour of the refusing the application to rebuild the tower.

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After a COVID-enforced hiatus in 2020, tin rattlers at the traffic lights and street walkers were back, collecting for the Royal Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal from residents and holiday travellers throughout the Macedon Ranges and beyond. More than $18,500 was collected from the Kyneton area, with Kyneton cubs and scouts, fire brigade and residents walking the streets for the cause, adding to the state-wide total of more than $17 million. Kyneton’s area manager Roley Sandilands said “it was a great result, one in which all who contributed should be very proud”. He thanked all the volunteer collectors who helped out, and of course all those who donated. Mr Roley said the Lions Club collectors at the Mollison Street/ High Street traffic lights did a fantastic job collecting $7502.75 on Thursday and Friday. District fire brigades were out collecting again, with Taradale raising $1048.85, Metcalfe $1735,40, and Tylden $250. Woolworths raised $2587 throughout the year, and Kyneton’s RSL raised more than $1700, while Tyquin Earthmoving collected $1900.35 and of course many businesses around town returned full tins of donations collected throughout the year. Mr Roley thanked the Commonwealth Bank, Agricultural Society, Midland Express and Kyneton Police, who offer support and assistance for the appeal each year. Macedon Fire Brigade reported collecting $2494.10 through their members and virtual tin, Woodend Fire Brigade reached $14,520 and Gisborne Fire Brigade raised $15,222.90. Gisborne Fire Brigade thanked the New Gisborne Scouts for providing ground troops, senior and junior brigade members, Gisbus for providing three buses for the day to ferry troops around, and Goodstart Early Learning New Gisborne for providing staff to serve troops lunch. Gisborne's Williamson’s Foodworks raised a whopping $25,000 for the appeal, bringing the store's grand total raised to date up to $200,000. The store held a family fun day on Good Friday with a range of activities including a visit from the Easter Bunny. The store's staff donated their day's wages for the cause and residents contributed to the total through their regular shopping, with a percentage donated, and generous donations.

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Kyneton Lions Club collectors, Denise Bertoncini, Richard Wyatt, Denis Bertoncini and Dave Quarrell, did a fantastic job collecting $7502.75 on Thursday and Friday. Woodend and district residents also threw their support behind Theo Tullio's virtual tin, which had raised $11,751 by Monday morning. Young Theo, a Woodend resident, was born with bilateral renal cystic dysplasia and requires regular visits to The Royal Children's Hospital to manage his kidney condition in the lead up to his kidney transplant. Theo's tin shake also included a huge raffle of prizes donated from many local businesses and individuals. Other strong performing virtual tins included Woodend's town tin with $1809, Romsey's town tin with $1806, Macedon Ranges Early Learning Centre with $3056 and Springfield Fire Brigade with $1127. In Mount Alexander Shire, the dedicated volunteers from the Castlemaine Fire Brigade were out in force last Thursday collecting funds outside Maxi IGA Castle-

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Macedon Ranges veterinarians are reminding residents they are obliged to contact the local council in cases of stray pets handed into their clinics. Woodend Veterinary Clinic practice manager Georgia Fearn said there were misconceptions in the community that local clinics could reunite stray animals with their owners with no consequence. She said local clinics were obliged to make the council their first point of call for stray pets under local government laws. “This is normal for many local councils and the reasoning is that the animal may have been involved in an incident that is being investigated, maybe it’s bitten someone, been involved in an attack, is not registered or is a repeat offender,” Ms Fearn said. “Most animals that are handed in are lovely and it breaks my heart that legally we can’t just contact the owners but we need to make sure we are doing the right thing by everyone.” Wandering animals should be reported to the local council where they are checked for tags and microchips to be reunited with their owners. Macedon Ranges Shire Council's director of planning and environment Angela Hughes said the shire was experiencing the typical seasonal increase of wandering pets during warmer and longer days and stressed the importance of microchipping pets. “Our rangers make every effort to return currently registered lost pets home as soon as possible,” Ms Hughes said. “Unregistered pets are taken to the council’s pound facilities for holding, and transferred to the Lost Dogs Home if an owner cannot be identified. "Cats and dogs must be microchipped and currently registered with the council in order to be released back to the owner.” Fines for dogs wandering at large during the day are $248 and at night $330 per offence, while fines for cats wandering between sunset and sunrise in breach of the council’s order is $165 per offence. Fines may be issued in addition to fees charged to reclaim animals from the council, which must be paid before animals are released. “The best way to ensure any lost pets are returned to their owners without needing a costly pound visit is to make sure your pet's registration is up to date with current contact details, and the registration tag in securely fixed to your pet’s collar. Of course, the best solution is prevention,” Ms Hughes said. Consideration of simple factors can help residents prevent their pet from straying including secure fences, providing regular behaviour enrichment, desexing cats and dogs, and seeking veterinarian or a behaviourist advice on other issues such as fear of noise.

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Rust and Stardust is a quaint jaunt into the quirky and surreal, the rusted, patinated and tarnished create a palette perfect to be part of the inaugural Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival. In this exhibition, Regina Dudek weaves stories of friends in her reinvigoration of the lost and forgotten treasures of a bygone era that she relentlessly collects from all over Victoria and transforms into personalities that you can’t wait to meet. Rust and Stardust is on exhibition from April 1-21 at The Old Auction House, 52-56 Mollison Street in Kyneton. Open seven days.

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Macedon Ranges grants open Macedon Ranges community groups and organisations are encouraged to apply to the Community Funding Scheme and the Events and Festivals Grant Program for 2021-22. The council grant program is now open and applications close 5pm on Monday May 3. Grant guidelines and online applications are available on the council’s website. Community Funding Scheme The Community Funding Scheme provides funds to not-for-profit community groups for programs and initiatives that benefit the shire and meet local needs in line with council goals. These grants support valuable activities in the areas of community strengthening, arts and culture, sport, recreation, festivals and events, and the environment. Events and Festivals Grant Program Events and festivals enrich the lives of residents and have the capacity to attract visitors to the region, providing economic benefit to local businesses. The council's Events and Festivals Grant Program assists groups and organisations seeking funding and/or in-kind support for events and festivals within the shire. Three different funding tiers apply, depending on the size, focus and complexity of the proposed event or festival. For more information, call 5422 0333, email grants@mrsc.vic.gov.au or visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/grants COVID-19 recovery support This year, Macedon Ranges Council is providing $80,000 in additional grants streams to support local community groups during the pandemic. Up to $5000 is available to eligible notfor-profit groups or organisations based in Macedon Ranges Shire for: support to be COVIDSafe compliant, virtual events, online content, re-opening events for community facilities, reactivation events to get clubs and groups back together, alternative ways of holding events, bringing people together, and social inclusion.

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Holiday traffic was delayed on Friday after yet another accident on one of central Victoria's busiest tourist routes. Shortly before 2pm, traffic on Edgecombe Road at Kyneton stopped while a vehicle was waiting to turn right into Kyneton Bushland Resort when a utility towing a car ploughed into the back of a camper trailer being towed by a four-wheel-drive. The driver of the ute was uninjured and the family travelling in the 4WD, including a small child, did not require medical attention. Calls for a right-turn bay at the busy singlelane intersection, which is the main entry point to the bushland resort, have largely been ignored with Regional Roads Victoria repeatedly claiming a lack of available funding.

Late last year, following several serious crashes and campaigning by locals, the road authority extended the double yellow lines as an interim measure, but rejected the installation of a right-turn bay. The rejection was based on a 'desktop' engineering assessment, which internal documents show incorrectly identified the need to relocate non-existent power lines on the west side of the northbound lane (the power lines are on the eastern side and are set back a considerable distance from the road). RRV also cited the need to remove a small number of trees - some of which regularly drop large branches onto the roadway requiring action by SES volunteers and council. Repeated requests by crash victims, resi-

dents and the management of Kyneton Bushland Resort over the past six years for safety to be improved at the intersection have had little response from the state government. Kyneton Bushland Resort chairman Jim Noy said the intersection was, in his opinion, a black spot. "This is the third accident in the last 16 months at this intersection," he said. "Three crashes, two with injuries, must go a long way to classify this intersection as such." Edgecombe Road was designated a major BDouble route using only a desktop assessment and out-of-date traffic data. RRV has advised concerned residents to raise the issue with local MP Mary-Anne Thomas.

The CWA Central Highlands Group Creative Arts Exhibition is back with a bang in 2021, after COVID-19 rained on 2020's parade. Creative Arts convener Melva Beer (Romsey Branch) and her volunteers are eagerly awaiting a flurry of entries from the 11 branches across the group, which ranges from Craigieburn to Heathcote, and from Gisborne to Romsey. Of course, the best thing about last year's lockdown was that members had extra time for all those half-finished craft projects, and a bumper exhibition is expected as a result! Whether craft or cookery, this year's exhibition is bound to be the best one yet, so go along to the Masonic Centre at 7 Yaldwyn Street Kyneton on Saturday and Sunday, April 17 and 18. It wouldn't be a CWA event without some homestyle catering, and this year the Macedon and Kyneton branches will be cooking up a storm providing lunch and morning and afternoon teas. Entry is $5, with children under 16 free. The local Kyneton Twilighters evening branch will be selling baked treats, preserves and handmade items across the weekend.

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Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s community support unit is seeking new volunteers to join its team. The unit provides support services to assist older people, including those who may feel lonely or isolated, to participate and to feel included in community life. Volunteers support older people to attend medical appointments and other activities, increase social connections by having a regular visit in the home or going out in the community, and reduce social isolation by making regular phone calls for a chat, and to check in. Volunteers can also help increase an older person’s skills and confidence in getting online so they can interact with family and friends more easily. For details, call the Healthy Ageing Engagement Team 5422 0333 or email svassilios@mrsc.vic. gov.au

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Our own Midland Express team was part of the Daffodil Festival parade back in 2012. Photo: Big Dog Bites Amy Hume Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival has been named a shire signature event in Macedon Ranges Events Strategy 2021-25 after councillors pushed for the status boost last month. The festival, which attracts at least 18,000 people over 11 days each year, was previously regarded as a tier-two event against the council's rating system, suggesting it was of regional status only. West Ward councillors argued the event attracted people from across the shire, regional Victoria, metro-Melbourne areas, interstate and overseas, and booked out local accommodation during the shire's off-peak period. “There’s a wide range of events on events that cover a huge range of different activities and the festival itself has been running for nearly 50 years,” Cr Mark Ridgeway said. “When I went through and used the council’s scoring system…I actually came up with a score

that put it into the signature event category – well into that area... Even being hard-nosed about the scoring still gets it to the top of tier one. “When I compared it to existing events that have been categorised as tier one, none of them get close to the daffodil festival in terms of numbers.” Events named in the tier-one category are the annual Picnic at Hanging Rock Classic Car Show, Hanging Rock races, Run the Rock, Mountain Writers Festival, Kyneton Contemporary Art Triennial, Woodend Winter Arts Festival, Garden Lovers Fair, Macedon Ranges Wine and Food Budburst Festival and Macedon Ranges Spirit Fest, Winter Solstice. ‘Signature events’ of state or national status are of the highest ranking (above tier one, Macedon Ranges Signature events) but there are none currently identified in the strategy. The tier rating system is used in the strategy to help determine event significance based on a detailed matrix that includes visitation, activity type,

interest from outside of the shire and other factors. The event rating can assist the council in making decisions including determining how annual funding can be fairly distributed if applied for. While the Daffodil Festival’s current council funding agreement will not change at this stage, it was the recognition of the event’s true status that was important to festival organisers. Festival secretary Marg Dearricott said the committee was “very pleased that the festival has been acknowledged for the wonderful series of events that it is”. Typically the event includes a parade, open gardens, art shows, markets, one-act plays, ferret racing, flower shows, musical performances and a range of other activities. Ms Dearricott said festival organisers had already begun planning for the next event with daffodil bulb sales now underway. “This year we’ll be doing the best that we can to make it complete in this pandemic climate,” she said.

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Since 2013, Connecting Country, local landcare, and other community groups have organised a free ‘Camp Out on the Mount’ event on Leanganook/Mount Alexander. This year, to reduce the risk of having to cancel or reschedule, they have decided to jump the gun, get creative and plan for a virtual ‘Camp Out on the Mount’. “We hope to capture the Camp Out on the Mount spirit by encouraging everyone to engage with our special Camp Out 2021 web pages, and inviting you to contribute to our Camp Out Collage,” said Asha Bannon, Mount Alexander region landcare facilitator. Each web page focuses on one of the elements that make the Camp Out special: Camping out (of course!), Caring for the land, Loving Leanganook, and Connecting with Indigenous culture.

The inaugural Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival is a chance for visitors and locals to immerse themselves in a bounty of autumn colours and autumn-inspired events, with scenic drives, food, drink and artistic experiences across the region. The ever-growing festival event program runs from March 27 to April 26, with day and evening activities for families, foodies, outdoor enthusiasts, creatives and music lovers that defines why the Macedon Ranges is one of Victoria’s most spectacular autumn destinations. “Throughout the Autumn Festival local producers and businesses will be showcasing their autumn finest – including gardens, music, events, markets, and autumn inspired food and drink menu creations,” said Mayor Jennifer Anderson. “Whether its lunch at one of our beautiful local restaurants after enjoying a scenic autumn village walk, or an overnight stay in order to experience the full scope of our five village street parties – there’s so much to experience in the Macedon Ranges this autumn. “For locals, it’s a chance to explore the shire in a way you might not have seen before, discovering the wonderful new businesses that have popped up since lock-down and re-acquainting yourself with some old-favourites.” As part of the festival, the council is proud to be supporting five autumn village street parties, bringing Gisborne, Kyneton, Macedon, Malmsbury and Riddells Creek alive with entertainment and outdoor dining. Discover the festival calendar at visitmacedonranges.com

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Waste feedback sought Macedon Ranges Council is seeking community feedback on the draft Waste Management and Resource Recovery Strategy. The strategy outlines how the council will provide leadership and empower the community to create a sustainable future by avoiding and reducing waste, and increasing the reuse and recovery of material resources for improved productivity and environmental protection. “The Macedon Ranges community is passionate about waste and resource recovery,” said Shane Walden, council's director of assets and operations. “In 2020, more than 120 residents responded to the ‘Have your say on waste issues and opportunities’ survey, which provided valuable feedback about what is important to the community. Those responses helped shape the direction of the council’s new strategy.” The draft strategy will be available to view online or in person at one of the council’s customer service centres in Gisborne, Kyneton, Romsey or Woodend from now until May 10. To have your say, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay or contact mrsc@mrsc. vic.gov.au or 5422 0333.

Trentham's artist-run Little Gallery is expanding and coming home to its original High Street premises after defying COVID lockdown odds that badly affected much of the arts industry. Rose Wilson, one of the artists who helped found the gallery nine years ago, said the gallery was grateful for outstanding support of the town and local region, particularly during Melbourne's long 2020 lockdown. "COVID's stressful year saw people embracing art in a different way, seeing art as a necessity and treating themselves after constant lockdowns and isolation," she said. "Many galleries featuring fine art were closed for up to five months, some commercial galleries have suffered greatly." Like many businesses, Little Gallery was forced to adapt and make do as even their workshops had ceased, so having a more online presence seemed to aleviate some of the stress of no income and the support of the locals was a godsend. COVID's threat was part of a potential double whammy for Little Gallery's artists, as they were forced to move out of their established, quirky High Street premises in a former motor garage 18 months ago when that building closed for renovations. The reno, which planned to retain the original facade, turned into a longer-than-expected complete rebuild when the old building's foundations were found to be unstable. "We were originally disappointed the old mechanics' Dashwood garage facade couldn't be saved, but are delighted the new structure blends into our quaint, historical little town's streetscape - which is what the owners wanted," Wilson said. "We have the best of both worlds as inside it is beautifully designed with natural light streaming through its large windows from the north, just perfect for a gallery." An official re-opening planned for April 17 will see permanent LG artists Rose Wilson, Helen Cottle, Ri Van Veen and Kim Haughie joined by two new artists, Trentham painter Llael McDonald and Kyneton sculptor Larissa Gray. Local consignment artists Ruby Wilson-Pierce, Sam Bloomfield, Dianne Longley, Liz Archer and Anneke Hoekstra will also have their work featured. Renowned Australian figurative artist Graeme Drendel will be guest speaker at the official opening.

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Castlemaine Historical Society Inc will be holding a 'Bargain Hunt' this Saturday at its headquarters at the Former Courthouse at 7 Goldsmith Crescent, Castlemaine. The event, which normally coincides with the Castlemaine Lions Club Swap Meet, has been cancelled twice due to COVID so the society has built up quite a collection of donations for the sale from members and supporters. CHSI member Ruth Giddings said the Bargain Hunt was their major annual fundraiser and was crucial in assisting the society with upkeep of their headquarters and other costs. The group is responsible for maintaining a rich collection of resources about Castlemaine and District's past and its members are relieved to once again be able to open their doors to history buffs,

local researchers and visitors. "We are once again open every Tuesday from 9am to 3pm to assist people with their family history research and other queries. It's wonderful to be able to welcome everyone back after our extended closure due to COVID and to be able to share the collection with the wider community," Ms Giddings said. Bookings are essential to enable the society to ensure it is compliant with COVID numbers. Be sure to get along to this Saturday's major fundraiser and show your support for the society and its important work. The sale will kick off at 8am and run until 3pm. Items on offer will include furniture, baby items, hardware, bric-a-brac, homewares, clothes, books and much more. There will be a barbecue and tea and coffee available and best of all, bargains for all! Cash only.

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A new zebra crossing is now operational in Victoria Street, Kyneton, with a crossing supervisor on duty to assist local students following high community demand. Macedon Ranges Council's director of planning and environment Angela Hughes said the safety improvements were made in response to requests from local schools and community members. “The council is pleased to add this additional crossing supervisor position to the 19 existing locations across the shire where our friendly team work diligently to keep our kids safe on their way to and from school,” she said. The infrastructure was funded through the TAC’s 'Towards Zero' campaign and the extra supervisor was fully funded from the council’s 2019/20 Budget. Drivers may be used to seeing school crossings marked with red and white poles and flags out when the crossing is active – this indicates to drivers they must stop when the crossing is in use. Zebra crossing work differently in that they are always active pedestrian crossings so drivers should be prepared to stop at any time to give way to pedestrians. The school crossing supervisor is on the zebra crossing during peak school times to be an added reminder for drivers of their responsibility to stop for pedestrians.

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Make it a habit In the days when shops did not supply bags for customers, it was the norm for people to take their own string bags along when shopping. This is what one of the volunteers from the 'Woodend Community Bags' group said her mother had always done. "In hindsight this was so much better for the environment. If we got back into the habit of taking our own cloth bags imagine how much better off our planet would be!" she said. Woodend Community Bags is dedicated to ridding the town of plastic shopping bags and its volunteers have sewn more than

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The Friends of Castlemaine Library's (FOCAL) popular Book Sale is returning this Saturday April 10. This year's Book Sale will take place at the Castlemaine Town Hall (enter via Frederick Street). There will be thousands of books available for sale at bargain prices. Donations of good quality books are welcome. You can bring them to the library foyer this week before the sale. For more information email focalcas@gmail.com

25,000 cloth bags. "We’d love to know how people are using them," one volunteer said. "Do you take them to the shops or are the bags hiding in the laundry cupboard? "We also make small bags for vegetables and fruit. These bags are so light the shop scales do not register them at all so you do not pay a single cent more for fruit and veggies." Bags are available at selected Woodend shops and the Woodend Library. If you wish to donate materials or visit the group, they meet each Thursday at the Woodend Neighbourhood House from 9.30am-12.30pm.

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Carers across the Macedon Ranges and Mount Alexander can apply for financial support through the state's Supporting Carers Locally Grants Program. Grants of $20,000 to $40,000 are available for local community organisations to increase opportunities for carers to be physically and mentally healthy and boost social connectivity for carers with family, friends, other carers and their local community. Unpaid carers support people with different care needs including people with chronic disease, mental illness, people with a disability, older people with care needs and those receiving endof-life or palliative care. Applications close on Saturday, April 24. For more information visit: vic.gov.au/dffh/supporting-carers-locally-grants-program-2021-22-round-2.

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Private Sale Inspect As advertised or by appointment Price $1,750,000 Land 10.39 ha approx Tom May 0413 996 185

7 Barton Street Kyneton With a great floor plan this home showcases its period features with an easy stylishness while taking advantage of its peaceful location and a fabulous 1,012 sqm allotment.

Private Sale Inspect As advertised or by appointment Price $795,000 - $840,000 Land 1,012 sqm approx Terry Gibson 0488 003 920 KN256596

15 Balls Lane Pipers Creek

Saturday 10 April 11.00am As advertised or by appointment 2.97 ha approx Contact Agent 0413 996 185 0488 003 920 5427 2800

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Grand proportions ready to stand proud for another 120 years. Other features include polished floorboards of baltic pine, ruby etched decorative glass, soaring 12-foot ceilings, wide verandahs on three sides, solid fuel heating, reverse-cycle unit, external cellar sitting below the original freestanding single-room cottage with fireplace, making ideal studio space, shedding with one constructed of steel, concrete floor and power and a second garden shed (5x5m approximately). This is the perfect property with all the hard work done waiting for the gardener with a green thumb.

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Wyanga, circa 1895 1 Newstead Road Maldon $879,000 Cantwell Property, Castlemaine Genevieve Cantwell 0418 362 270

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This classic Victorian home of grand proportions has been lovingly restored with an abundance of charm, on a generous allotment of approximately 1400sqm, within walking distance to the town centre. Features include sweeping verandahs, a wide central hallway, four stately rooms with decorative fireplaces, cedar ceilings, plus a wellappointed country style kitchen, with stone benchtops, gas cooking and dishwasher, a Victorian-style bathroom with bath, separate shower and toilet, plus adjoining second separate toilet and laundry. This property has been meticulously restored,

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for sale Wyanga Circa 1895 1 Newstead Road, Maldon Classic Victorian home of grand proportions, lovingly restored with an abundance of charm, on a generous allotment of approx. 1400sqm, within walking distance to the town centre. With sweeping verandahs, wide central hall way, four stately rooms with decorative ﬁre places, cedar ceilings, plus well appointed country style kitchen.

Deco Delight 75 Duke Street, Castlemaine Re-stumped, re-wired, re-plumbed and refurbished ﬂooring throughout, this house on 489sqm has had all the hard work done! With three bedrooms, contemporary family bathroom, new kitchen with gas cooktop and dishwasher, open plan dining and living room with working wood heater with direct access to outside. Fall in love with this Deco delight.

Town Living 35A Greenhill Avenue, Castlemaine Situated in the much sort after precinct of Greenhill Avenue, is this perfect free standing town house, within walking distance to the centre of town. Light and bright open plan living room, contemporary kitchen, dining area and access to north facing courtyard. Elevated on its allotment of 355sqm this is a rare ﬁnd and one not to miss.

Crackerjack! 75 Harmony Way, Harcourt Impeccably presented and styled from front to back this beautiful and classy home is in the heart of super popular Harcourt. Set amongst a lovely cottage garden and offering great outdoor entertaining spaces this two bedroom period home ticks all the boxes. Pop in for a bowl next door or take a short walk to the centre of town.

$879,000 View By Appointment Contact Tom Robertson 0473 642 644

$610,000 View Saturday 10 April 10:30-10:50am Contact Tom Robertson 0473 642 644

$620,000 View Saturday 10 April 11:45-12:15pm Contact Genevieve Cantwell 0418 362 270

$569,000 View Saturday 10 April 12:30-1:00pm Contact Tom Robertson 0473 642 644

A Perfect Sanctuary 21 Munro Road, Green Gully A sanctuary of 6 acres of undulating private bush, is the back drop for this gorgeous sunny architect designed home constructed of stone and rendered brick. With passive solar design, high ceilings and an abundance of ﬂoor to ceiling windows, the house sits serenely within its environment. This is a rare ﬁnd.

Heart of Town 21 Hunter Street, Castlemaine Perfect blend of old and new. Newly extended and renovated, weatherboard home featuring high ceilings, decorative plasterwork, polished timber ﬂoors, two stunning contemporary bathrooms, sunny north facing living, garden vistas and double glazing. Walk to town, Castlemaine railway station, cafes, North Primary school at your door step.

Perfect Downsizer 200 Hargraves Street, Castlemaine Downsize to this contemporary new build on 442sqm close to the centre of town and walking distance to the Castlemaine Botanic Gardens. Bright open plan living, dining and kitchen with plenty of storage and large entertaining deck positioned underneath an established oak tree. This is a home to relax and enjoy.

Escape to the Country (on town water)! 2A Ballarat Road, Guildford A two minute walk from the fabled Guildford General Store, and an equally short stroll (or roll!) from the historic Guildford Family Hotel, this superb property offers the perfect lifestyle in an oasis of peace and rural tranquillity 10 minutes from Castlemaine, 15 from Daylesford and 90 from Melbourne.

$795,000 View By Appointment Contact Genevive Cantwell 0418 362 270

$875,000 View Saturday 10 April 11:00-11:30am Contact Genevieve Cantwell 0418 362 270

$639,000 View Saturday 10 April 11:45-12:15pm Contact Tom Robertson 0473 642 644

$730-$770K View By Appointment Contact Tom Robertson 0473 642 644

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275 Barker Street, Castlemaine

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John Keating 0419 880 444

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Bolinda Springs – 34.6 Ha (85.5 Acres)

A very productive small farm situated in the dress circle and most highly regarded aesthetic amenity area of the beautiful Macedon Ranges. Excellent 3 bedroom cottage residence with very good shedding and shelter plantations. Features include outstanding views and ambience, very fertile deep red volcanic soils, excellent water supply, quality fencing, productive pastures and new permaculture garden. An extremely versatile property ideally suitable for cattle, horses, or recreational use.There is also an application currently pending for the erection of a new architect designed dwelling on the property sited to take advantage of northern aspect features including long panoramic views.

Expressions of Interest Closing 28 April 2021 Price Guide $2,495,000 - $2,725,000 View Saturday 10 April 11.30-12noon or by appointment John Keating 0419 880 444 Peter Wood 0408 866 774

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Kerrie Valley 156 Shannons Lane (Off Kerrie Road)

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“PLEASANT HILL”

THE PERFECT PACKAGE – LATE 1960’s CLASSIC

“Pleasant Hill” farm is 115 acres approx. of undulating open grazing land with 7 dams plus bore which is pumped into tanks. Machinery shed 19m x 11m approx. with sliding doors both ends, power plus excellent workshop 13.8m x 12m approx. concrete floor with front apron power sliding doors both ends, these sheds are alarmed, hay shed 16m x 8m approx. Currently running cattle with hay production, excellent new cattle yards crush and loading ramp.

This late 1960’s classic brick home has the absolute wow factor. Step inside and you’ll fall in love, they don’t build them like this anymore. Features include beautiful large windows, original real timber floor boards, original doors and windows. The home is full of natural light. There are three good size bedrooms of which two have built in robes, gas central heating, bathroom and two linen presses. Large backyard, gorgeous garden, great garage with concrete floor and power. An absolute gem.

PRIVATE SALE PRICE $1,200,000 - $1,300,000 connallys.com.au realestate.view.com.au Mark Watson 0407 097 609

PRIVATE SALE PRICE $695,000 connallys.com.au realestate.view.com.au Jenny Stewart 0408 389 071

4 TOWER STREET, KYNETON

1. SA O 30 T F PM UR I - 2 DA .0 Y 0 PM

155 MANNS ROAD, LANGLEY

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CHARACTER, CHARM AND POSITION

This two bedroom home is situated in a quiet area not far from the train station. Village life is just a stroll away where you will find cafes, pub, botanic gardens, general store/post office and primary school. Open plan living area, wood heating plus a split system, built in robes, carport, garage, dog runs, green house. Great size allotment. A fantastic opportunity for first home buyers, down sizer or investor.

Beautiful fully renovated Victorian home in the heart of Kyneton a desirable generous allotment. The home comprises three bedrooms, built in robes, quality carpet, beautiful bathroom with stained glass window, kitchen with 900ml cooker, gas heating, split system, high ceilings, formal sitting room, lounge and dining room. Stunning large pergola, deck overlooks north back yard.

PRIVATE SALE PRICE $450,000 connallys.com.au realestate.view.com.au Jenny Stewart 0408 389 071

PRIVATE SALE PRICE Contact agent connallys.com.au realestate.view.com.au Jenny Stewart 0408 389 071

6 DUFFY STREET, MALMSBURY

GREAT OPPORTUNITY

METCALFE ROAD, KYNETON . . . . . .

Two titles Land size approx. 2000m2 Smaller shed 15m x 18m with office space Factory 20m x 30m approx. No GST Zoned Industrial 1 zone Macedon Ranges Shire

PRIVATE SALE PRICE $1,800,000 connallys.com.au realestate.view.com.au

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45 LAURISTON STREET, KYNETON

“SOLID INVESTMENT – FREEHOLD SHOP ONLY” 63 HIGH STREET, KYNETON

A solid investment opportunity in one of Kyneton’s busiest retail locations, featuring large retail space, double fronted shop windows, easy parking at front, long term lease, kitchenette/staff room, gas wall heater. Secure your future and reap rewards.

PRIVATE SALE PRICE $750,000 (incl. G.S.T) connallys.com.au realestate.view.com.au Jenny Stewart 0408 389 071

PH 5422 2377 165 MOLLISON STREET, KYNETON VIC 3444 connallys.com.au/realestate.view.com.au SALES TEAM: Jenny Stewart 0408 389 071 / Mark Watson 0407 097 609 KN256598

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Open the door to your future The Market is continually moving forward. High demand of property in the area. Some of the properties sold in 2021.

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579 Vaughan Springs Road Drummond

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3050 Burke & Wills Track Glenhope

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29 Campbell Street Malmsbury

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34 Fryerstown Road Taradale

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196 Malmsbury Road Malmsbury

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65 Rosehill Road Malmsbury

AIMEE TIMPSON: Senior Property Manager Aimee has worked in Property Management for over 5 years. Working in Warrnambool and Ivanhoe previously, Aimee prides herself in her organizational skills, worth ethic and understanding of the Real Estate market. With the new residential laws now in place, Aimee has attended courses with REIV and is up to date on the current practices and policies that have been recently introduced.

If Aimee can help any new residential rental provider please call her on 0417 201 451

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Selling, Selling, Selling! Buyers are ready to pay $ full price and above! We have buyers wanting to purchase in the Macedon Ranges. Request a FREE valuation and know what your greatest asset is worth. Call our Raine & Horne Agents today.

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Sunbury 9744 6334

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Kyneton 5422 2678

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$865,000

5 Johns Road GORGEOUS COTTAGE AND BARN IN LEAFY, LOVELY COUNTRY GARDENS

3A2B 2C

In the cul-de-sac of Johns Road, on a very picture perfect garden of 1,180m2 (0.29 acre) with deciduous trees, hedging and an array of local birdlife, this rambling character home offers versatile spaces richly styled and featuring a beautiful warmth of character. The deceptively generous size home features a verandah-balcony entry, 2 double bedrooms, 2 study-office spaces, a large yet cosy lounge room with cove ceiling and wood fireplace, an east facing dining room with sunny reading nook, and a central, classic kitchen with great storage, modern cooking and a large farmhouse sized Rayburn wood fire cooker. There are 2 bathrooms, a library-living room with soaring cove ceiling with Dado, reverse cycle air and French doors to the garden. Outdoors the property features a carport and house matched storage sheds, a beautiful garden arbour-walkway and garden room.

Castlemaine

$535,000

1/104 Mostyn Street BOUTIQUE GARDEN TOWNHOUSE MOSTYN STREET LOCALE OFFERS A PEACEFUL, WALK EVERYWHERE LIFESTYLE!

2A1B 1C

Tucked away between Mostyn and Forest Street sits this amazingly spacious and low maintenance, smartly styled 2 bedroom townhouse that offers exceptional town convenience. Set in a peaceful setting of the small block of units, the home features a garden courtyard area that is north facing, private, leafy and secure - a perfect haven for outdoor relaxation or entertaining. The home offers oversized rooms with a central kitchen that leads to a light ﬁlled living room which offers a sandstone feature wall and north facing glassed doors that bring the garden courtyard indoors! There are 2 double bedrooms with built-in robes, a central bathroom, carport and entry verandah. Located just 350m from the Castlemaine retail precinct, a special home for the down-sizer awaits.

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$269,000

Vaughan-Chewton Road BUSH-WALKS & BIRD WATCHING - 3.4 ACRES, FORMER SITE OF THE OF CHERRY TREE HOTEL!

0418 571 130

Jasmine Allan Property Manager

0408 571 131

Property Manager

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

3A2B 2C

A true country lifestyle awaits at this breathtakingly styled single-level Timber home, nestled in a quiet country street and offering everything you could desire. Beyond a wide front verandah screened by treed gardens, a fresh & bright interior is bathed in natural light with gorgeous timber ﬂoorboards, raked ceilings and a wonderful sense of space and tranquillity extending out to the picturesque gardens and two decked outdoor areas. The central kitchen dressed in classic tones features a large island with breakfast bar and a full suite of modern appliances including a dishwasher. There is a large dining room/casual living space, and a large lounge room with gas log ﬁreplace, both with reverse cycle air and raked ceilings. Two luxe, bathrooms are generously sized, and 3 double bedrooms all feature built-in robes and garden outlooks. A large laundry space is conveniently located. Outdoors the 1,100m2 corner allotment is nicely treed and planted, has a carport and garden shed.

Narelle Waller Director

Jennifer Bendeich

$795,000

12 Ireland Street A FRESHLY STYLED MODERN MALDON VILLA

With frontage to the sealed Vaughan – Chewton Rd and on the corner of Jacobs Track this remnant bushland is gently elevating with views of the surrounding eucalypt forests. The Castlemaine Diggings National Park offers lots of weekend entertainment for bush walking, relaxing and birdwatching. Less than 3km to the inviting hamlet of Chewton, this farming Zone property has a road reserve around its perimeter that allows for dual access to the property. There is a spacious clearing which is the original site of the Cherry Tree Hotel which burned down in 1939. Long time between drinks. There is a remnant fruit tree amid the clearing waiting for the next custodian. The property consists of 12 Crown Allotments. This is the perfect weekender already with a clearing and adjoining hundreds of acres of pristine bushland.

Rob Waller Director

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Brett Tweed Sales 0417 564 697

Stuart Hassett Sales 0408 596 871

Blasi Mulholland

Leasing Manager 0417 311 733

Kirsty Mulholland Property Manager

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Catrina Weiss Asset Manager

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Superb townhouses in the heart of Kyneton Unique in many ways and built to an exacting standard, these two stunning townhouses are unlike anything seen in Kyneton before. Castlemaine stone blockwork and a bold appearance offer wonderful street appeal and set the tone for these exciting homes. Cleverly considered and individual in so many ways, both offer wonderful spaces, inviting floor plans and contemporary and luxurious decors and fit outs. Townhouse One offers two goodsized bedrooms over two levels, one upstairs with beautiful hardwood timber flooring, walk-in robe, ensuite bathroom. A Juliet-style mezzanine level works perfectly as a study/library or quiet contemplation space. The second bedroom is at ground level with built-in robe and stunning main bathroom. The kitchen forms the centrepiece with a large marble-topped island bench, porcelain sink and stylish oak timber cabinetry, flowing on to the wonderful open-plan living and dining area featuring polished concrete floors. The spectacular living space is accentuated by a soaring timber-lined vaulted ceiling and beautiful cedar french doors to a lovely north-facing courtyard garden. With undercover parking, beautiful landscaping and ample outdoor storage space, these beautiful townhouses present as ideal homes for couples, downsizers or as a stunning weekender in the heart of one of Victoria’s most popular country towns, one block from the popular and bustling Piper Street - a retail and foodie heaven.

Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Townhouse One, 7 Mitchell Street (Townhouse Two sold) 1/7 Mitchell Street, Kyneton $845,000 Keatings Real Estate, Woodend 5427 2999

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GIS BO R N E BUL L D O G S FOOTBALL

NETBALL – Tarryn Rymer –

– Rob Waters –

Gisborne's A Grade coach Tarryn Rymer is a long-time local who previously played A grade at Gisborne from 2008 to 2019 and a 2013 premiership player. Rymer coached U17s to a premiership in 2013 and 2016, and coached A Reserve in 2019. She will be supported by an experienced coaching group that includes A Reserve coach Bron Slater, B Grade coach Polly Salter (current A Grade player and past A Grade B&F recipient), B Reserve coach Sharron Parfrey and U17s coach Rylee Connell. The coaches hope to have all five teams make finals (and hopefully take home a few flags) and will continue to develop players, provide opportunities and reward players where deserved. Netballers have lots to look forward to, including new facilities and netball courts and an exciting season ahead in 2021. With all five teams being able to train at same venue, the girls are putting in the hard yards and the atmosphere has been energetic.

New recruits include Tazma Morris who will step up to A Grade after an exceptional season in A Reserve – her athletic ability and movement in the ring will be hard to stop; Polly Salter – a past premiership player at Gisborne who will provide depth and experience to the defence lineup alongside Maddy Stewart; and Ella Finnemore from Wagga Wagga – a player who provides height and accuracy in the goal circle as well as being able to swing into defence.

WOMEN’S FOOTY – Jason Peak –

Coach Jason Peak grew up in the eastern suburbs and played senior football with East Burwood and Forest Hill. He has coached various junior boys teams with Gisborne and was assistant coach with Vic Metro Girls and Calder Canons Girls. Peak will be supported by Rob Bretherton and Amanda Crooks and the coaches aim to focus on education in skills and game sense, as well as having fun.

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Gisborne’s senior football coach Rob Waters hails from Woodend and previously played with Gisborne and Melton. He coached North Ballarat City to two premierships in the Ballarat league and was assistant coach of North Melbourne in the VFL. Waters will be supported by an experienced coaching group that includes Dallas Normington – former AFL-listed player, Werribee player and Melton premiership coach; Mark Lamplugh - former premiership player and coach of Lancefield; Shaun Cassidy – former premiership player and U18 coach; Andrew Wilmott – former premiership player, B&F winner and coach at Keilor Football Club; Jason McDonald – former Gisborne premiership player; and Rob Kerr – U18 coach, former North Melbourne and Swans player and experienced administrator. The coaches aim to educate and expose as many young players to senior BFNL football as possible and take the young Gisborne team to the next level and as far into September as possible. Key recruits include Jake O’Brien – recruited from Castlemaine for the 2020 season, a highly skilled midfielder who represented the BFNL interleague side in 2019; Ethan Foreman – a talented small forward recruited from Riddell and previously a prolific goal kicker for Kyneton in the BFNL; Braidon Blake – a talented young ruckman recruited from Koondrook Barham who previously played for Castlemaine and Sandhurst (premiership) in the BFNL; Bailee Revell – a silky left-footed defender recruited from Rupertswood; Lachie Crosbie – experienced midfielder back from a stint in Queensland who previously played for the club in 2014; and Josh Kemp – a talented forward from Calder Cannons and VFL listed for Essendon.

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KY NETON TI GE RS FOOTBALL The Kyneton Tigers are extremely excited to announce ex-AFL superstar Paul Chapman as senior coach for season 2021. Chapman brings a wealth of experience from both his playing days in the AFL and also his coaching experience from his previous club Greenvale in the Essendon Football League. Chapman is also excited by the young developing list at the club and the commitment the lads have shown through preseason. With the first game a blockbuster night game against Golden Square, the Tigers will get a good gauge of where this current young list is at. Jesse Grae returns to the club as a previous player taking on the Reserves coaching role. Grae has done an amazing job of bring past Kyneton players back to the club to enjoy a season back with the Tigers. With player numbers better than ever, it should be an exciting year for Grae and the team. Damian Zanic is the U18 coach for the Tiger cubs. Zanic has an extensive coaching background through both junior representative and also senior football. He is the sports master at the local Sacred Heart College and has been a previous contributor to the club in a senior assistant role to Luke Beattie a few years ago. Zanic has a great group of very honest young men and will be looking to put out a very competitive showing for the season. Senior women’s coach Phil Hawkes came to the Tigers with a wealth of coaching experience, including taking the Sunbury Lions Women’s football team to multiple grand finals. Growing up in the central Victoria area, Hawkes has connections in the local area and has returned to the country after a stint in Melbourne’s outer suburbs. Aiming to take the women to the next level in 2021 and beyond, he will work to develop a more attacking, running style with the side.

NETBALL Tylah Marchbank is continuing on as the Tigers’ A squad playing coach. The netballers continue their competitive form coming off a strong preseason and look to be playing a finals series late in the season. John Doll returns to KFNC to coach the B squad, having copious experience in the netball coaching department. Doll has coached numerous state league teams and been heavily involved with the Melbourne Vixens. Di Guest-Oakley is continuing on as U17s coach with a promising group of local netballers. Having coached many of them up through the ranks of junior netball, her goals for the season involve adjusting team play to match the intensity and systems required for senior netball. The KFNC netball department is excited to be fielding five full teams in 2021, with Loryn Savoia and Julie Priestley continuing on the hard work of former netball director Cara Grambeau.

Kyneton football manager Nathan Thompson, captain Hamish Govan and coach Paul Chapman. The senior women have been training hard in the off season, participating in a preseason training camp in January. Emma Grant, an inaugural Collingwood AFLW player came to KFNC to run an open training session with women and girls from the region in March.

This was an exciting opportunity for everyone to be inspired by and engage with an established player and coach in Women’s football. Numbers are looking good for the team with many new and enthusiastic players with a range of experience.

FIDA FOOTY Joel Bertoncini has taken on the head coach role for the newest team to the Tigerland. Bertoncini comes with a wealth of experience playing in junior and senior teams at Kyneton. The team has been working hard on the track every Wednesday and is looking forward to its first match playing with the senior men and netballers on April 10 for round one.

Tylah Marchbank is continuing on as the A squad playing coach.

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Magpie coach Don Moran returns to the nest in 2021. Photo: Peter Banko Castlemaine Football Netball Club welcomes back Don Moran as seniors coach in 2021. The 51-year-old Castlemaine resident has been a physical education teacher for 30 years and in conjunction has garnered 30 years football coaching experience - with a mix of senior, high performance and junior teams in Victoria and New South Wales. Moran said some of his highlights on the football field were being a member of Castlemaine's 1992 Premiership side; being a Victorian Country representative in 1993 and playing 250+ senior football games across Victoria and New South Wales Riverina region. The Magpie coach's aims for this season and beyond are to continue to recruit locally. "We are also aiming to focus on team and player development through supporting the whole person physically, socially and

emotionally," Moran said. "We want to instil a growth mindset in players to strive for their personal best and build a local club culture that produces players that embody commitment, loyalty, effort and an appreciation of the opportunity to play football at a premier league level." The coach aims to see better player retention at the club in the future. "We are placing a particular focus on ensuring promotion of Castlemaine FNC as the premier club destination for players in our district and shire. "We continue to build a strong relationship with our junior club so players naturally progress from one level to the next," he said. Moran said Castlemaine FNC currently had youthful talent at its disposal supported by experienced players. Jackson Hood has returned to the club after a recent spell at Blackburn. "He is a key position player offering great ability, leadership and experience," Moran said. Liam Wilkinson has joined the Magpies from Echuca (Goulburn Valley) as a key position utility. "He is a running machine with an incredible football IQ and work ethic." Brad Keogh also joins the side. He is a local who played football with Kangaroo Flat. "He is a tall 'lead up' forward with great marking and kicking skills - a true 'finisher'," the coach said. Klai Jermyn also returns to the nest from a stint at Newstead (MCDFNL). A goal-kicking genius, Jermyn is an elusive and smart footballer who is a key leader at the club. Former Castlemaine junior Lachie Martini is also on board after playing a few seasons at Leitchville Gunbower. "He is a strong, skilled defender who can go forward when required," Moran said. Ryan Woodlock has also returned to the club. Ryan is a strong, versatile footballer and plays either up forward, through the midfield or down back. Another new recruit is Tyson Hickey (Sea Lake) a young ‘fleet-footed’ halfback. "He has found his way to the club after

being involved in the Bendigo Pioneers program. Tyson is an exciting young player with a huge future," Moran said. The Magpies will also be supported by the reliability and loyalty of key players such as Nick Woodman and Sammy Banko. Stalwarts, Dave Stephens and John Watson will head up the leadership group. The club also boasts a local crop of youth that should excite locals and bring people through the gate to watch them develop. Riley Petretti is a utility who can play all positions across the ground, whether in a key role or outside role. He made the BFNL fan 'Team of the Year' in 2019. The Slingo boys, Dakota and Declan, are equally skilled, football smart and creative match winners. Will Moran, mid and forward player, has plenty to offer as a creative line breaker and should be a big improver after training and playing at Williamstown (VFL) over the preseason. He is a former ‘Rookie of the Year’ nominee (2018) and BFNL senior development player member (2019). Jay Hardman has also stepped up from the Magpie 18s. He is a fast, fearless midfielder - watch this guy tear up the field!

Zane Doherty is a tall promising young player that has made a return to football. He is a strong bodied player who nearly pops the air out the football when he marks it! One to watch with his growth across the season. Callum McConachy, Angus Mayes, Ashton Keogh and Brodie Byrne will also potentially make their senior debuts this season. The latter three players are part of the club’s new ‘Rookie program’, headed up by Brodie Martin who is the Magpies' former Under 18s coach and Bendigo Academy coach. All have trained solidly over the lead up to the season and, after 19 months without football, are eager for the opportunity to represent their town and play senior football for Castlemaine. Sam Nettleton, Hadley Bassett, Jackson Byrne and Caleb Kuhle (club president) have had big pre-seasons over the COVID period and will build on previous years. Jordan Cochrane, Joel Wooten and Finlay Jennings will be better for the season start and add depth to the list. All in all, this season will be defined by the growth of the group on and off the field led by some mature and experienced footballers.

NETBALL The Magpies recently appointed experienced coach, umpire and former player Gabrielle Campbell as the head of its netball department. Campbell is leading the club’s top side A Reserve and the Magpies’ 17 and Under and Development Squad sides in 2021. She recently settled back in the region and is looking forward to assisting the Magpies as they continue to rebuild and develop their young sides. Campbell has her IntermediMagpie netball coach Gabrielle Campbell ate Coaching Level qualification and aims to achieve her Advanced Level and club president Caleb Kuhle. while with the club. The long-time player is also an experienced umpire and has acquired a wealth of knowledge about the game from her time behind the whistle, which has stood her in good stead in her coaching career.

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Romsey senior coach Paul Kennedy (at left) and Under 19s coach Michael ‘Richo’ Richardson discussing positional moved as the Redbacks plan for the opening round.

The Redbacks are looming as something of an unknown quantity for season 2021. There and thereabouts in recent seasons under local coach Corey O’Sullivan, Romsey footballers have much-travelled mentor Paul Kennedy in charge for the first time. A senior coach for about 20 years, he’s been in charge at Diamond Creek, Hurstbridge, Heathcote and more recently Airport West. Kennedy was appointed in November, and has settled in getting to know the playing list, and looking forward to the challenges ahead in the Riddell League. “We’ll have a bit of a blend, some of the Romsey regulars and some new players as well,” Kennedy said. “I’d certainly like to blood seven to 10 of the younger players on our list in the seniors over the season.”

Pre-Easter intra-club football proved worthwhile. Michael ‘Richo’ Richardson has a wealth of local sporting and coaching knowledge and the Redbacks are pleased to see him in charge of the Under 19s this season. Much more about Romsey’s prospects for 2021 will become apparent in the opening round, when the Redbacks host Wallan, runners-up in 2019 to Rupertswood. The CFA Cup will go to the winner. In 2019, Romsey’s versatile Jaidyn Caruna won the Bowen Medal with 28 votes, and he has left a big hole to fill. Caruna transferred to Diggers Rest for the 2020 season which did not happen due to COVID. Win, lose or draw in the opening round, the Redbacks should improve as the season progresses, with another finals appearance a strong possibility.

NETBALL Romsey has a good record in Riddell League netball; brilliant defender Stefanie Symes won the Ryan Medal in 2019 and the Redbacks took out the reserves premiership. The club is still keen to recruit some additional netballers, regardless of age or experience. Multi-talented Kiara Taylor is the club’s new senior coach, and it is her first coaching role. Taylor, who also has basketball talents, brings plenty of netball experience to Romsey. She was drawn to the coaching position knowing Romsey has been a strong club for some years, and it was also a challenge to be in a new league with new opposition. The Redbacks hope to see a strong contingent of supporters turn out for the first round of the season. Whitney Thielke, coach of the teams over the past three seasons, will be in charge of some lower grade teams.

L ANCE F I E L D T IG E RS FOOTBALL With a bye in the first round, Lancefield has the chance to weigh up other contenders, and structure its sides for the April 24 match at home to Wallan. Coach Tom Waters has an illustrious and well-respected playing record, including two Bowen Medals with Lancefield, and successes at Gisborne and Macedon and in interleague fixtures behind him. It’s a case of ‘coming home’ in many ways as he resides near Lancefield, and always thought he would end his career with the Tigers. Waters is pleased with the potential he sees

in the Tigers’ list so far. Anticipated improvement from the talented young brigade will be important. While not wanting to throw specific names around, it’s clear he can see the senior side being competitive. “My view is that everyone is a seniors player,” Waters said. He is particularly pleased that footballers, including some from other RDFNL clubs, have been showing interest in joining the Tigers. Andrew Richardt has the role of Reserves coach (Lancefield is not fielding U19s). With a season off due to circumstances beyond everyone’s control in 2020, expect to see some ‘hungry’ Tigers out on the ground in 2021. Mick Tindley is club president, with Brooke Tigers’ leaders: Senior coaches Jones secretary, and Chris Jolly treasurer. Michelle Rix and Tom Waters.

NETBALL Overall improvement is expected on the netball court, with highly credentialed Michelle Rix in charge. Paula Jewell is coaching the B-graders, and Lucy Thorman is in charge of C-grade. “We expect the netballers to go really well,” secretary Brooke Jones said. Talented sharpshooter Jordan Furness has been named captain of Lancefield’s A-grade netball team. As with other clubs, volunteers to do things, particularly on match days, will be warmly welcomed. The Tigers will present senior players jumpers and netball dresses at a special function this Thursday. Jane Kennedy will be guest speaker.

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Juzzy Belleville, with the help of Reserves coach Chris Meacham as his assistant, will again take the reins of the senior team and impart some of the wisdom he has accumulated over many years as a superstar player, to this young and emerging band of brothers. Chris Meacham is again leading the gallant Reserves into battle this year, not only is Meach a great bloke, but his passion for footy is unparalleled and it’s great to see him back. Tim Bannan is back this season to coach the 19.5s. Bannan was all ready to go last season, but, well we all know what happened. So with a new crop of young lads coming up, Bannan has a wealth of knowledge that will surely see them competitive right from round one. The players, coaches, committee and volunteers are ready and raring to go and it makes it even more pertinent, after the year we’ve all had, that round 1 is the PUKA UP Cup against Macedon. Macedon is 2-0 up so Riddell footballers and netballers are out for redemption. While the Bombers have seen the departure this year of some very talented players, they’ve also had some very handy additions too. Josh Grabham, Nathan Bridgland, Jack Fenner, Patty MacDonough, Callum Williamson, Jarryd Vernon and Ant Sammut to name just a few. Also Matt Panuccio, Tommy Alkemade, Benny Sonogan and Riley Paterson will once again put in a big season and lead the large number of homegrown lads coming up through the ranks. The committee and players would love to see a big crowd at home against Macedon on April 17.

NETBALL – Adam Boldiston (aka Elmo) – Coach Adam Boldiston hails from Bendigo originally but has lived in Melbourne for more than 20 years and currently resides in Pascoe Vale. Boldiston has been involved with netball as a player, coach, umpire and administrator for 34 years. He has extensive experience as a coach at VNL level and with the Ballarat FNC for five years. Former state and national representative player in men's and mixed netball from the age of 16 to 40. Boldiston aims to build a winning culture at the Bombers and develop depth across all four grades. Finals playoffs are the aim for all teams. Netball in 2021 for the Riddell Bombers is a very exciting prospect; if preseason is anything to go by this year will be one to watch. After the year that was COVID, the Bombers were unsure what numbers would be like, but with the appointment of Boldiston as head coach and Amy Schwegler as C and B Grade coach they went to work straight away and the hard work paid off. With fantastic numbers at training each week, these two coaches bring a new exciting feel to the season. Riddell netball this year sees many new faces and some old ones returning, but

the focus for both coaches has been to work on development of the local girls. One to watch out for is young gun Mady Brown who has impressed the coaches early. The Under 19s team is full of new faces and the club can’t wait to see what they can do under the guidance of the coaching group. All grades are looking great this year and the A Grade team has welcomed back a number of old faces. While the club will miss sharp-shooter Bec Colwell this season it has gained a few recruits who will slot into the side seamlessly. The Bombers can’t wait to get out on the court for round one at home on April 17. The Riddell Bombers will be hosting their season jumper and dress presentation on Thursday April 15 at the clubrooms after training and encourage everyone to get down for dinner and see what all the hype is about for season 2021.

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M ACED ON C ATS FOOTBALL Macedon senior coach Al Meldrum says it’s great to see local people at the local footy and netball again, with the enjoyment obvious after the Cats had completed practise marches against Hepburn and Kyneton. Meldrum has a long association with district football, collecting a Bowen Medal (with Romsey) and being playing coach of Heathcote’s last premiership side in 2010. Macedon broke a premiership drought of more than 40 years in 2016, and still has a core group of quality players, having tried to retain its list as much as possible when the 2020 season was cancelled. Key forward Grant Knox and speedster Alastair Collins are not fronting up this season, and the versatile and at times brilliant Jason Cooke who took out the Bowen and the goalkicking in 2016, Zac Smedley, Matthew Dick and long-term skipper James ‘Nipper’ Wright would be more than welcome in any opposition. The coach also sees benefits in young players improving, particularly Darcy and Patrick Doyle. “Just to play against real opposition (Hepburn and Kyneton) was fantastic ... it was the first footy at Tony Clarke for 19 months.” Meldrum believes communities rely heavily on sporting events for survival, with the past year (without sport) highlighting what sport means for country towns.

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Macedon’s inspiring leader James ‘Nipper’ Wright will be back in action again. He has also welcomed the league’s “go it alone” administration change, rather than being tied to Goldfields Region. Cats president Andrew Dick said having an U19s was very important, and much work had gone into guaranteeing a team under coach Richard Blake.

Macedon’s record in the past decade in netball has been excellent, setting a benchmark and being hard to beat across the grades. Meldrum said the netballers had always held a high standard and had great leaders, and to work with them had been a lot of fun. “We want to continue to work together because we are all part of this great club and it’s great to have everyone involved. That’s what it’s all about.” Macedon’s netball coach Ciara Stewart has been in charge of successful league teams, and anticipates the Cats will again be contenders across the grades. In 1919, Macedon lost a cliffhanger A-grade grand final to Rupertswood, which is no longer in the Riddell League.

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very talented homegrown Hawks as well, with high potential translated into consistency. Tankard coached Macedon and the RDFNL teams in 2018 and 2019, and has strong off-field support, with Sam Tankard (400+ games and coaching background) joining the Hawks as senior assistant coach and Ben LeNepveu assistant coach/board member. Steve Chapman and James Chettle are jointly in charge of the Reserves, and club stalwart Jeremy Pennefather coaches the U19s. There’s a buzz of expectation among players and supporters at Gilbert Gordon Oval, and the Hawks are continuing their community based programs as well with Paul Podbury at the helm as president again.

NETBALL Head netball coach Carly Arkinstall has an elite background in the sport, and in charge of the A and B grade teams is keen to build on the strong junior program the Hawks have pursued in recent seasons with Kellie Duff as netball coordinator. Arkinstall’s philosophy is for players to enjoy their netball, and looks forward to what the younger players moving up from junior ranks can achieve. Anne-Louise Lindner is coaching the C-graders, and Duff is in charge of the Under 19s. The Hawks hoped some new players would join the ranks, and it will be interesting to see the netball lineups for the opening round. It will be no surprise to see several Hawks’ football and netball teams making the finals in 2021.

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Senior coach Rick Dowling has been with the Saints as assistant and co-coach in previous years, taking on the senior coaching role in 2020 and again this season. Dowling is hoping for a very strong season from the boys and with good numbers at training the Saints are keen to get back playing footy. With the addition of Taylor Ford from Riddells Creek and Jack Mighell from Strathmore, as well as the signing of 2019 League Best and Fairest Joel Cowan, the Saints are looking to be strong contenders this season. Trentham FNC is also excited to announce Jason Shaw as club president for season 2021. The club still needs numbers for all junior football teams, U11.5, U14.5 and U17.5. If you want to be a part of a great family friendly club, Trentham Saints is the place for you.

Saints netball coach Sharna Ford has played for Trentham for a number of years now and this is her first season taking on the senior coaching role. She is hoping to have another successful season in A Grade with a newlook side this season hoping to be strong contenders. Zahlia Turton has joined the Saints from North Bendigo FNC and will be a powerhouse down the goal end providing strength and accuracy in the circle. Trentham is still looking to recruit U17 netballers, and also needs netball umpires for this season. If you are interested, contact trenthamsaints@ gmail.com

MAL DON BOM B E RS FOOTBALL Maldon Football Netball Club is coming into the Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball Club season with renewed focus and a determination to take the next step in 2021. The club has secured the services of senior coach Brendan Shepherd for another year. The 39-year-old played his junior footy at Maldon before being part of premiership sides at Castlemaine (2000) and Hepburn (2008/2010). He returned to Maldon in a co-coaching role at the club alongside Wayne Burchell halfway through the 2018 season and led the Dons solo in 2019. The Maldon side had a stellar season finishing fifth on the ladder and taking on arch-rival Newstead in the elimination final, narrowly missing out by a solitary point. They hope to go one better

in 2021 and be a top-four contender. Maldon FNC vice-president Nick Kinross said the club had maintained a strong position despite the challenges of COVID. "We maintained the majority of our seniors and reserves lists and we have recruited extremely well. In fact, some of the players who weren't available last year due to work and travel commitments will join our ranks in 2021. We are probably in the strongest position we have been in for 10 years," he said. The Bombers are also in a strong position off-field with the same executive team having led the club for the last three years and committed to seeing Maldon into a bright future. "The Maldon Men's Shed has kindly given the external seating outside our clubrooms and around the oval a spruce up and we have given the clubrooms a fresh coat of paint," Kinross said. "We took our second Gold Bullion fundraising drive online in 2020 due to COVID and it surpassed all our expectations. "Our winner purchased his ticket just the day before after hearing about the raffle on the radio and was pretty thrilled to pick up the $10,000 prize," Kinross said. The club was excited to be hosting the league's curtain raiser at its home ground at Bill Woodfull Reserve on Good Friday against Newstead and hoped to settle the score. "We have some great friends at Newstead off the field but on the field there is a fierce rivalry!" Nick laughed.

NETBALL On the netball court the Maldon A Grade side will be coached by Nikki Gillingham. The Maldon sides have a good mix of experience and youth. “We have recruited really well in the last few years and some some of our experienced senior netballers have actually taken the opportunity to step back into coaching and mentoring roles and encourage the junior players to step up,” Kinross said. “A lot of clubs have said that they are struggling for volunteers but in our case we have experienced the opposite. “We are very fortunate that our former players are staying around the club and are more than happy to be involved in offering support behind the scenes.”

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NEWSTE AD KA N G A RO OS FOOTBALL Newstead Football Netball Club is geared up for a positive 2021 season in the Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball League. Newstead has a new committee at the helm leading the club with fresh energy and enthusiasm and has welcomed a lot of new faces to the playing group. The club is still on the hunt for more U15 and U11 football players so get in touch if you’ve good a keen young footballer at home! The senior football department is headed by club stalwart Mark ‘Rambo’ Ramsey. The 35-year-old from Castlemaine has played more than 200 senior games for Newstead and more than 50 senior games for Castlemaine. Ramsey has also been a premiership player at Newstead in 2009. Impressively this is his fifth year of coaching the Newstead seniors. His aim is to build some consistent football into the team, to win games and most importantly, to have some fun along the way - something that is imperative to the club. Mark said he was happy to finally see the return of footy and netball. “I believe it’s important for everyone’s health and wellbeing to be able to get back to some normality and it’s great for the community to have a place to gather once again,” he said. The Steaders are pleased to welcome two new recruits in Anthony Robins and Jack Podesta. “The two new players have Bendigo league experience and this will be a valuable asset to our young senior side moving forward,” Ramsey said.

NETBALL The Newstead A Grade netball contingent is being led by Kirby Kneebone. The 37-year-old hails from Mildura and has been playing for Newstead for eight years now. Kneebone previously played for Mildura FNC in the A Grade team as GS/GA. At the time indoor netball was the stronger league and she also played A Grade in this comp for the Imps (Imperials). 2021 is Kneebone's first season coaching and she can't wait to watch a very new, young and hardworking A Grade team develop over the season. "All players are strong in their positions but also versatile which is so exciting to see," she said. Kneebone is excited to work alongside Jesse Curran and Ashleigh Holt as the B and C Grade coaches. "So far numbers have been great at training and the dynamic of coaches and players has been nothing but positive," she said.

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HARCO U RT L I O N S Harcourt Football Netball Club is ready to roar into action for the 2021 Maryborough Castlemaine Football Netball Club season. The club has put the challenges of COVID behind it and is looking to the new season with renewed focus. The club has recruited well on the football field and netball court. The Lions are also excited to see the construction of their female-friendly change rooms under way.

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NETBALL The Harcourt Lions will be led from the front by senior coach and long-time Harcourt player Alex Code. The 28-year-old Harcourt local played his junior football with Harcourt from 2001 to 2008. He later joined the Castlemaine FNC were he was an integral member of the senior side from 2009-2012 before making the move to the North Ballarat Roosters in 2013. From 2013-2015 Code represented Creswick FNC before joining the Waratahs FC in 2016. The talented young footballer went on to be part of the successful Federals FC side in 2016 and 2017, helping the Feds to a flag in 2016. In 2018 Code joined Newbridge FNC and was part of another successful premiership side. In 2019 Code returned home to the Harcourt FNC and is proud to take on the role of senior coach in 2021. Code’s aim for the season is to bring Harcourt locals back to the club and have an enjoyable season around good mates. “COVID separated us in 2020 and challenged our mental health so it’s more important than ever to have a culture that makes everyone feel included,” he said. The Lions have recruited strongly in the off-season welcoming versatile ruckman Michael Pilcher, intelligent small forward Jono Gawthrop and returning Lion Chris McLean. “We have also recruited a great lockdown defender in Edward Coulthard, a tall forward/back Tom Stefaniw and creative midfielder Jack Chester,” Code said. They have also secured the services of tall forward Brayden Frost, skilful forward Daniel Wridgway and hard midfielder Nick Holden.

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BNFL Fixture Season opener Friday, April 2 Strathfieldsaye v Sandhurst Round 1 Saturday, April 10 Sandhurst v Maryborough Gisborne v Strathfieldsaye Kyneton v Golden Square (N) Eaglehawk v Kangaroo Flat (T) Castlemaine v South Bendigo Round 2 Saturday, April 17 Golden Square v Gisborne Kangaroo Flat v Kyneton South Bendigo v Eaglehawk Maryborough v Castlemaine * SS v SH season opener Round 3 Saturday, April 24 Sandhurst v Golden Square Gisborne v Kangaroo Flat Kyneton v South Bendigo (N) Eaglehawk v Castlemaine Strathfieldsaye v Maryborough Round 4 Saturday, May 1 Kangaroo Flat v Sandhurst South Bendigo v Gisborne Castlemaine v Kyneton Maryborough v Eaglehawk Golden Square v Strathfieldsaye Round 5 Saturday, May 8 Sandhurst v South Bendigo Gisborne v Castlemaine Kyneton v Eaglehawk Strathfieldsaye v Kangaroo Flat Maryborough v Golden Square Round 6 Saturday, May 15 Castlemaine v Sandhurst Eaglehawk v Gisborne Kyneton v Maryborough South Bendigo v Strathfieldsaye Kangaroo Flat v Golden Square May 22 Inter-league or general bye (TBC) Round 7 (Indigenous round) Saturday, May 29 Sandhurst v Eaglehawk Gisborne v Kyneton Strathfieldsaye v Castlemaine Golden Square v South Bendigo Maryborough v Kangaroo Flat Round 8 Saturday, June 5 Kyneton v Sandhurst Gisborne v Maryborough Eaglehawk v Strathfieldsaye Castlemaine v Golden Square South Bendigo v Kangaroo Flat Round 9 Saturday, June 12 Sandhurst v Gisborne Strathfieldsaye v Kyneton Golden Square v Eaglehawk Kangaroo Flat v Castlemaine Maryborough v South Bendigo Round 10 Saturday, June 19 Maryborough v Sandhurst Strathfieldsaye v Gisborne Golden Square v Kyneton Kangaroo Flat v Eaglehawk South Bendigo v Castlemaine

Round 11 Saturday, June 26 Sandhurst v Strathfieldsaye Gisborne v Golden Square Kyneton v Kangaroo Flat Eaglehawk v South Bendigo Castlemaine v Maryborough Saturday, July 3 General bye Round 12 Saturday, July 10 Golden Square v Sandhurst Kangaroo Flat v Gisborne South Bendigo v Kyneton Castlemaine v Eaglehawk Maryborough v Strathfieldsaye Round 13 Saturday, July 17 Sandhurst v Kangaroo Flat Gisborne v South Bendigo Kyneton v Castlemaine Eaglehawk v Maryborough Strathfieldsaye v Golden Square Round 14 Saturday, July 24 South Bendigo v Sandhurst Castlemaine v Gisborne Eaglehawk v Kyneton Kangaroo Flat v Strathfieldsaye Golden Square v Maryborough Round 15 Saturday, July 31 Sandhurst v Castlemaine Gisborne v Eaglehawk Maryborough v Kyneton Strathfieldsaye v South Bendigo Golden Square v Kangaroo Flat Round 16 Saturday, August 7 Eaglehawk v Sandhurst Kyneton v Gisborne Castlemaine v Strathfieldsaye South Bendigo v Golden Square Kangaroo Flat v Maryborough Round 17 Saturday, August 14 Sandhurst v Kyneton Maryborough v Gisborne Strathfieldsaye v Eaglehawk Golden Square v Castlemaine Kangaroo Flat v South Bendigo Round 18 Saturday, August 21 Gisborne v Sandhurst Kyneton v Strathfieldsaye Eaglehawk v Golden Square Castlemaine v Kangaroo Flat South Bendigo v Maryborough

RDFNL Fixture Round 1 Saturday, April 17

Round 10 Saturday, June 26

Diggers Rest v Woodend Hesket Wallan v Romsey Western Rams v Melton Centrals Riddell v Macedon Lancefield – bye

Diggers Rest v Riddell Wallan v Lancefield Romsey v Melton Centrals Macedon v Woodend Hesket Western Rams - bye

Round 2 Saturday, April 24

Round 11 Saturday, July 3

Melton Centrals c Riddell Lancefield v Wallan Woodend Hesket v Romsey Macedon v Diggers Rest Western Rams - bye

Melton Centrals v Western Rams Woodend Hesket v Diggers Rest Lancefield v Romsey Riddell v Wallan Macedon – bye

Round 3 Saturday, May 1

Round 12 Saturday, July 10

Melton Centrals v Woodend Hesket Wallan v Western Rams Riddell v Diggers Rest Romsey v Lancefield Macedon – bye

Melton Centrals v Diggers Rest Wallan v Macedon Lancefield v Western Rams Romsey v Woodend Hesket Riddell – bye

Round 4 Saturday, May 8 Diggers Rest v Melton Centrals Western Rams v Lancefield Macedon v Wallan Romsey v Riddell Woodend Hesket - bye Round 5 Saturday, May 15 Diggers Rest v Lancefield Woodend Hesket v Macedon Wallan v Melton Centrals Riddell v Western Rams Romsey – bye Round 6 Saturday, May 22 Melton Centrals v Romsey Diggers Rest v Wallan Western Rams v Woodend Hesket Macedon v Lancefield Riddell - Bye Round 7 Saturday, May 29

Round 13 Saturday, July 17 Diggers Rest v Macedon Woodend Hesket v Western Rams Riddell v Melton Centrals Romsey v Wallan Lancefield - bye Round 14 Saturday, July 24 Melton Centrals v Wallan Western Rams v Romsey Lancefield v Woodend Hesket Macedon v Riddell Diggers Rest - bye Round 15 Saturday, July 31 Wallan v Woodend Hesket Western Rams v Riddell Lancefield v Diggers Rest Macedon v Melton Centrals Romsey – bye Round 16 Saturday, August 7

Melton Centrals v Macedon Woodend Hesket v Lancefield Wallan v Riddell Romsey v Western Rams Diggers Rest – bye

Woodend Hesket v Melton Centrals Western Rams v Diggers Rest Riddell v Lancefield Romsey v Macedon Wallan - bye

Round 8 Saturday, June 5

Round 17 Saturday, August 14

Diggers Rest v Western Rams Lancefield v Melton Centrals Riddell v Woodend Hesket Macedon v Romsey Wallan – bye

Melton Centrals v Lancefield Wallan v Diggers Rest Riddell v Romsey Macedon v Western Rams Woodend Hesket – bye

1st semi-final September 5

Round 9 Saturday, June 19

Round 18 Saturday, August 21

Prelim final September 11

Diggers Rest v Romsey Woodend Hesket v Wallan Western Rams v Macedon Lancefield v Riddell Melton Centrals – bye

Woodend Hesket v Riddell Western Rams v Wallan Lancefield v Macedon Romsey v Diggers Rest Melton Centrals - bye

FINALS Qualifying final August 28 Elimination final August 29 2nd semi-final September 4

Grand final September 18

MCDFNL Fixture Round 1 Friday, April 2, 2.35pm Maldon v Newstead Friday, April 16, 7.35pm Maryborough Rovers v Royal Park Saturday, April 17, 2.35pm Avoca v Trentham Harcourt v Navarre Lexton v Talbot Natte Bealiba v Carisbrook Dunolly - Bye Round 2 Saturday, April 24 Carisbrook v Maldon Royal Park v Harcourt Navarre v Lexton Newstead v Dunolly Talbot v Avoca Trentham v Natte Bealiba Maryborough Rovers - Bye Round 3 Saturday May 1 Avoca v Navarre Maldon v Trentham Carisbrook v Newstead Maryborough Rovers v Dunolly Lexton v Royal Park Natte Bealiba v Talbot Harcourt - Bye Round 4 Saturday May 8 Dunolly v Harcourt Royal Park v Avoca Maryborough Rovers v Newstead Navarre v Natte Bealiba Talbot v Trentham Trentham v Carisbrook Lexton - Bye Round 5 Saturday May 15 Maldon v Navarre Carisbrook v Talbot Harcourt v Maryborough Rovers Lexton v Dunolly Natte Bealiba v Royal Park Newstead v Trentham Avoca - Bye Round 6 Saturday May 22 Dunolly v Avoca Harcourt v Newstead Royal Park v Maldon Navarre v Carisbrook Maryborough Rovers v Lexton Talbot v Trentham Natte Bealiba - Bye Round 7 Saturday May 29 Avoca v Maryborough Rovers Carisbrook v Royal Park Lexton v Harcourt Natte Bealiba v Dunolly Newstead v Talbot Trentham v Navarre Maldon - Bye Round 8 Saturday June 5 Dunolly v Maldon Harcourt v Avoca Royal Park v Trentham Lexton v Newstead Navarre v Talbot Maryborough Rovers v Natte Bealiba Carisbrook - Bye

Round 9 Saturday June 19 Avoca v Lexton Maldon v Maryborough Rovers Carisbrook v Dunolly Natte Bealiba v Harcourt Newstead v Navarre Talbot v Royal Park Trentham - Bye Round 10 Saturday June 26 Avoca v Newstead Dunolly v Trentham Harcourt v Maldon Royal Park v Navarre Lexton v Natte Bealiba Maryborough Rovers v Carisbrook Talbot - Bye Round 11 Saturday July 10 Maldon v Lexton Carisbrook v Harcourt Natte Bealiba v Avoca Newstead v Royal Park Talbot v Dunolly Trentham v Maryborough Rovers Navarre - Bye Round 12 Saturday July 17 Avoca v Maldon Dunolly v Navarre Harcourt v Trentham Lexton v Carisbrook Natte Bealiba v Newstead Maryborough Rovers v Talbot Royal Park - Bye Round 13 Saturday July 24 Maldon v Natte Bealiba Carisbrook v Avoca Royal Park v Dunolly Navarre v Maryborough Rovers Talbot v Harcourt Trentham v Lexton Newstead - Bye Round 14 Saturday July 31 Carisbrook v Natte Bealiba Royal Park v Maryborough Rovers Navarre v Harcourt Newstead v Maldon Talbot v Lexton Trentham v Avoca Dunolly - Bye Round 15 Saturday August 7 Avoca v Talbot Maldon v Carisbrook Dunolly v Newstead Harcourt v Royal Park Lexton v Navarre Natte Bealiba v Trentham Maryborough Rovers - Bye Round 16 Saturday August 14 Dunolly v Maryborough Royal Park v Lexton Navarre v Avoca Newstead v Carisbrook Talbot v Natte Bealiba Trentham v Maldon Harcourt - Bye

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The dedicated service of members of the Mount Alexander (Castlemaine) division of St John Ambulance was recently acknowledged with a medal presentation. Castlemainebased members Chris Shelby-Slee and Joel Hards each received Long Service Medals for 10 years of service. Ro Luke received a bar to add to her Long Service Medal for her 25 years' service, and divisional manager Les Vearing received a bar to commemorate his 35 years' service. A new medal was also struck for members who have served 50 years or more with St John Ambulance and was presented for the first time as part of the occasion. Ken McDougall, a foundation member of the Castlemaine division, was a recipient of the new 'Ultra Long Service Medal' - one of only four presented across the state. Mr McDougall said he was deeply honoured to receive the Mount Alexander (Castlemaine) Division St John Ambuaward and had been lance stalwart Ken McDougall is proudly pictured with his proudly serving the ‘Ultra Long Service Medal’. Ken has now served more than local community with 53 years with the local group. St John for more than 53 years. "It has been an extremely rewarding experience. We really missed attending events over the last 12 months and look forward to getting back out into the community and covering events in the Mount Alexander and Macedon Ranges shires over the coming months," he said. With coronavirus restrictions being eased, the local division is now getting back to serving the community and members are looking forward to putting their training and skills into action. The Castlemaine division of St John is also looking to build its membership base to be able to cover the events that are now coming in. Mr McDougall said they were looking for new members 18 years and over. "We welcome enthusiastic people of all ages. We are even encouraging newly retired people seeking a new opportunity and experience to join us and help us serve the community while learning new skills and meeting new people," he said. New members receive ongoing training through St John's regular meetings. Volunteering with the local organisation can also lead to future career opportunities, with the group having been a launching pad for a number of local members to go on to become ambulance paramedics or nurses. "Becoming a volunteer with St John Ambulance, you will join an organisation that has been part of Victoria's community for more than 138 years," Mr McDougall said. "Our division meets fortnightly with a training night, keeping our skills up to date with the latest equipment available to us. "All training and uniforms are provided free, and we encourage anyone with a little time to spare and a desire to serve the community to join in our activities." For further information on joining, contact Les Vearing 0418 995 308 (evenings) or Ken McDougall on 0409 038 725.

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The Fate of Food Amanda Little 2019, non-fiction, 352 pages Climate models show that global crop production will decline every decade for the rest of this century due to drought, heat and flooding. Water supplies are in jeopardy. Meanwhile, the world’s population is expected to grow another 30 per cent by mid-century. So how, really, will we feed nine billion people sustainably in the coming decades? Amanda Little, a professor at Vanderbilt University and an award-winning journalist, spent three years travelling through a dozen countries and as many US states in search of answers to this question. The race to reinvent the global food system is on, and the challenge is two-fold: We must solve the existing problems of industrial agriculture while also preparing for the pressures ahead.

The Midnight Library Matt Haig 2020, fantasy/fiction, 288 pages Between life and death there is a library, and within that library, the shelves go on forever. Every book provides a chance to try another life you could have lived. To see how things would be if you had made other choices. In The Midnight Library, Nora Seed finds herself faced with this decision. Faced with the possibility of changing her life for a new one, following a different career, undoing old breakups, realising her dreams of becoming a glaciologist; she must search within herself as she travels through the Midnight Library to decide what is truly fulfilling in life, and what makes it worth living in the first place.

The Memory Police Yoko Agawa 2019, sci-fi/translated fiction, 274 pages On an unnamed island off an unnamed coast, objects are disappearing: first hats, then ribbons, birds, roses—until things become much more serious. Most of the island’s inhabitants are oblivious to these changes, while those few imbued with the power to recall the lost objects live in fear of the draconian Memory Police, who are committed to ensuring that what has disappeared remains forgotten. When a young woman who is struggling to maintain her career as a novelist discovers that her editor is in danger from the Memory Police, she concocts a plan to hide him beneath her floorboards. As fear and loss close in around them, they cling to her writing as the last way of preserving the past.

Tin Man - Sarah Winman 2017, contemporary/fiction, 213 pages Ellis and Michael are 12 when they first become friends, and for a long time it is just the two of them, cycling the streets of Oxford, teaching themselves how to swim, discovering poetry, and dodging the fists of an overbearing father. And then one day this closest of friendships grows into something more. But then, fast forward a decade or so, to find that Ellis is married to Annie, and Michael is nowhere in sight. Which leads to the question, what happened in the years between? This is almost a love story. But it’s not as simple as that.

A special presentation by Cresside Collette, renowned tapestry artist and founding member of the Australian Tapestry Workshop, will feature at an Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society Central Victoria special event this month. Following welcome refreshments, Collette will talk about her 15 years working at the Australian Tapestry Workshop and her ongoing involvement. Kyneton tapestry artist Glennis Leary will join Collette and together they will demonstrate the art of tapestry from conceptualisation to completion while sharing facets of their creative process. As this is sure to be a popular event, ADFAS CV is offering two dates to choose from on Thursday April 29, 1.30 for 2pm, or Friday April 30, 9.30 for 10am at the Newham Mechanics Institute, 1292 Rochford Road, Newham (CODetail from Richard Larter ‘Pretty VIDsafe). Tickets: $50 per person now availAs’, Victorian Tapestry Workshop, able at www.trybooking.com/BPVNO 1982

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Victorian sweet corn will be at its best in late summer and autumn. Corn crops planted with their companion plant sunflowers are also looking gorgeous in the backyard vegetable garden. Local gardeners will know that the acrobatics of rosellas and cockatoos are also fun to watch as they eat sunflower seeds! Sweet corn is delicious steamed or cooked on the barbecue. Making a flavoured butter to serve with it is an easy way to add even more flavour. Here are two simple recipes to try...

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Kyneton Farmers Market is on again this Saturday from 8.30am to 1pm at St Paul's Park in Piper Street. Don’t miss delicious autumn produce from Ortale Market Garden, a new producer to the market. Lovers of dogs and farmers markets will be excited to hear about the return of St Paul's fundraising dog calendar. Photographer Simon Griffiths, renowned for capturing the essence of outstanding gardens, is once again donating his time to help make this project possible. Simon will be at the Kyneton Farmers Market this Saturday (April 10) from 9.30am taking photos. Ask at the market info desk if you need help finding where to go! Enquiries to 0434 820 618.

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Sweet and Spicy Butter 8 tablespoons of softened butter 1.5 teaspoons chili powder ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon lime zest 1 teaspoon honey 1 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves chopped finely Mix all ingredients together and add season with sea salt if you are using unsalted butter. Keep in the fridge until you need it. Make a day in advance for a full-flavoured butter! Italian Garlic and Parmesan 8 tablespoons of butter 2 cloves of purple garlic (approx. 2 teaspoons) ½ freshly grated parmesan cheese Use 1 tablespoon of the butter to saute the garlic until just turning golden brown. Mix all remaining ingredients together and season with sea salt.

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Accept the science Keith Altmann, Woodend It has been pleasing to see that science was applied to control the pandemic in Australia, using the best evidence to control a serious threat. How refreshing it would be to see the same approach taken to deal with our Climate Crisis and the decline in our ecological systems on which we all depend. Macedon Ranges Shire Council is to be applauded for resolving to declare a Climate Emergency, which has robust science and evidence behind it. However, the real work must be done by all of us and particularly our federal government who are laggards using myths - not evidence, to delay required climate action. The longer they (and others globally) delay the less chance we have of avoiding a climate and ecological catastrophe that may be very costly, disruptive and probably terminal for much of life on Earth. This is not alarmist - it is a scenario which could accelerate later this decade unless we act now. Delayed action will be at a much higher cost for all and may prove impossible. I hope we can all cooperate in the climate change challenge by accepting the findings of science and supporting local actions and advocacy for much stronger action by our federal government.

Clear, simple and wrong David Higgins, Castlemaine For every complex problem there is an answer that is clear, simple and wrong. 'The Bridge on Froomes decision time looms' (Express, March 23) article makes headlines and mentions a wise quote relevant as council considers the issue. The council has provided stewardship in regards to the Castlemaine Gardens over generations. In recent times under the leadership of the Parks and Gardens staff there has been renewal and revitalisation of the gardens precinct. As an observer of 40 years, the numbers using the gardens continue to grow as the quality of the experience entering the gardens is enhanced. The town can be justly proud to have such an icon that caters for both the very young and old. All generations gather in increasing numbers to enjoy the wisdom of planning by our forebears.

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The Froomes Road represents a need that is clear and simple. The bridge needs structural enhancement. The number of vehicles using it has increased due to commercial expansion. Vehicles heading north of Castlemaine have found it a time saver and convenient. The council faces a complex issue in balancing the increasing usage of a bridge, which must be structurally safe, while providing for the safe movement of increasing numbers of people using the gardens. The consultation process along with councillor appreciation of the issues will ensure that a result will reflect the complexity of the issue. A bureaucratic, non-negotiable response would be an answer that is clear, simple and wrong.

Heartening outcome Jayne Guilmartin, South Gisborne At Macedon Ranges Shire Council's March 24 meeting, a number of councillors disagreed with the council officers recommendation to allow the construction of a tower on the summit of Mount Gisborne Bushland and voted against it. For those who still believe this application was about improved phone or internet services, the deliberations clearly articulated that the proposed tower never was and could never be a solution to the problems of poor internet speeds or mobile phone reception. Research will reveals that the topography of Gisborne (especially South Gisborne) will always have black spots without a tower on practically every street corner. Former Cr Thwaites did quite a bit of work in this regard. Those who have been in the area long enough will know that communication services are improving and that with new and emerging technology and systems, no doubt in the future towers will be made redundant. The heartening outcome is that councillors are making informed decisions that will ensure areas like Mount Gisborne Bushland Reserve will be left in their natural undeveloped state for the local fauna and flora and future generations. If you have never livestreamed a council meeting it is recommended. From home you can witness the workings and recommendations of the council officers and deliberations of councillors elected to represent us. As a recent convert to livestreaming, the meetings have showcased to me councillors such as the mayor and those others who are prepared to set aside preconceived opinions,

Daly Reserve cultural burn planned Macedon Ranges Shire Council will be conducting a cultural planned burn, in partnership with Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung’s Narrap Team, at Gisborne's Daly Nature Reserve during April, May or June, depending on suitable conditions. These burning activities are part of the ongoing management of the reserve to promote cultural connection and local biodiversity, and moderate fuel loads and risk of wildfire in the area. The Australian Government Community Environment Program Grant provided the funding for this project. Burning operations will occur on days where weather conditions are cool and winds are light and consistent in direction to minimise risk and inconvenience to residents. The community is welcome to attend the event, which is an opportunity to see a controlled burn in action and learn about cultural burn practices from representatives of Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung. As the specific date of the burn will only be determined a short time in advance, interested community members will receive an email notification once the day is confirmed which will include the location and meeting time. To register your interest in attending, email mroberts@mrsc.vic.gov.au Numbers are limited, so only those registered and within the observer limit set will receive a confirmation email with details on when and how they can observe. Preference will be given to members of the Friends of Daly Nature Reserve and community members who register their interest early. The council plans to film the cultural burn to enable the broader community to learn more about the activity.

making decisions based on the application of legislation such as the Distinctive Areas and Landscape Act, shire policies as well as listening to the varying submissions of the community in accordance with proper governance. It enables an insight into what is guiding the decisions that have direct impact on the unique and wonderful environment we have chosen to live in.

Apply for grants Lisa Chesters MP, Federal Member for Bendigo I am writing to advise the community that a new round of the federal government’s Volunteer Grants program has been announced. This year, volunteer groups can apply for grants of up to $5000. Our electorate has countless numbers of people who volunteer and deliver invaluable services to our community. Expressions of interest must be submitted by 5pm on April 9. In previous years, these grants have been very popular with Bendigo and central Victorian volunteer organisations, so I would encourage volunteer organisations to get their expression of interest in quickly. For further information on the grants and the application process, please feel free to call my office on 03 5443 9055 or email me at lisa.chesters.mp@aph.gov.au.

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SUPER QUIZ?

Local knowledge (1 point)

1. After 13 years with Goldfields Libraries, who is stepping down from their role as Woodend Library manager? 2. Castlemaine artist Martin John Lee has teamed with local football clubs for a project of what name? 3. Which winery was named Bendigo Region Winery of the Year in this year’s Melbourne International Wine Competition? 4. Where was the memorial service held for Macedon Ranges’ music man Michael Gudinski?

(3 points)

5. Who is Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s newly appointed chief executive officer to begin May 10?

General knowledge (1 point)

6. Sesame Street character Oscar the Grouch lives inside what? 7. How many US states begin with the letter A? 8. Machu Picchu can be found in which country? 9. In what decade did the Australian game show Sale of the Century first air?

(3 points)

10. What was the title of Jane Austen’s final novel (completed posthumously)?

Peter Ryan, Castlemaine

TODAY’S CROSSWORD

Yet again, over the Easter break, we were told that due to Metro Tunnel Project and Sunbury Line Upgrade works, coaches will replace all Bendigo and Echuca trains (again!). Why do we put up with this? As far as I can see, the works mentioned are designed to improve transport infrastructure in the metropolitan region. They seem to have absolutely no benefit for those of us who live in the regions. Yet we continue to be inconvenienced! We should be demanding that, when these replacements are necessary, as I am sure that they are, we who are being disadvantaged should have our V/Line fares waived altogether – or at least heavily discounted – as we are being forced onto coaches simply so that city transport infrastructure can be 'improved'.

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Darraweit Guim and Taradale primary schools will be among 53 across the state to share in more than $4.1 million in state government grants to establish a new outside school hours care service from term three this year. Making the announcement last week, Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas said these schools would receive up to $75,000 per year over the next four years for their outside school hours care service. The funding will help establish new services, and provide support for costs including resources or equipment, setup and administration, facility upgrades, small service viability and transport. There will be another three application rounds for state government funding between this year and 2023.

Vaccinations at Woodend clinic

Brooke Street Medical Centre in Woodend is running COVID-19 vaccine clinics five days a week. The clinic's preferred method of booking is via its online booking system at www.bsmc.net.au If you don’t have access to online booking, call the clinic on 5427 1002.

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Map find locates lost graves

A fortuitous find - an old map - has allowed the Castlemaine Cemetery Trust to reunite seven headstones with graves after years apart. The old graves, some dating back to the 1850s, were thought lost over the years as the Cemetery Trust of the time decided to reuse the original Sections A, B and D to form a lawn cemetery. Some of the headstones from this part of the old cemetery have been part of a garden along the internal road of the cemetery. Castlemaine Cemetery Trust chair Debra Tranter said the discovery of a very old map of Section D inside a record book had allowed the trust to locate the graves. "It's great to be able to reunite these headstones with the graves in Section D," she said. "Trust records show graves in Sections A and B were totally lost back in the 1960s, as well as some of Section D, when the ground was reused. "Reusing old sections has not happened for many years and will not happen again at our cemetery. "The discovery of this map has meant we have found seven graves that have not been reused - so we can restore the headstones to these original graves." The graves belong to: Isabella Sutherland 1861, 8 months old; Ann Samuel 1859, 2 years old; Jasper Blackie 1857, 34 years old; John Watkins Lockyer 1857, 19 months old; Jacob Evans 1857, 13 months old; Ann Jones 1891, 69 years old; and Alexander McNeilage 1859, 35 years old. "There is always a story behind each life, long or short, of the people in our cemetery," Ms Tranter said. "These people may have family still around in our region, or in the future, someone may be putting together a family history. "Having these headstones back on the graves will Castlemaine Cemetery Trust chair Debra Tranter is pictured with some of the headstones that form part of a garden at help the family reconnect with their ancestors as well the entrance to the cemetery. as giving us a better, more complete picture of our cemetery." work," she said. "It would be wonderful for the ancestors of those pioMs Tranter said the trust would be talking to local stone"Donations are tax deductible and a great way to show neers to have a place they can lay a floral tribute and pay masons about restoring the headstones over the next few support for our volunteer-run trust." their respects," Ms Tranter said. months. The trust aims to also look at creating some sort of For more information or to make a donation email the "This work will require us to raise funds to ensure it happermanent memorial at the site in recognition of the lost trust at castlemainecemeterytrust@gmail.com or call 5472 pens - we are very happy to take donations towards this graves. 1202.

Full of joy and intrigue for all ages A beautiful window created by local artist Andrea McKey.

Buda’s Secret Garden program of visual arts and kids activities is set to continue right through the school holidays. Full of joy and intrigue for all ages, the three exhibitions relating to Buda’s garden are ‘secret’ in that they are waiting to be discovered.

Andrea McKey’s surprise windows are delighting visitors of all ages. To quote one recent visitor who left this on Buda’s Facebook page “your magic weaves a spell through every peekaboo window space - such a joy to see your colourful creations”. Lining the walls inside the Buda Historic House are Lo-

rena Carrington’s exquisite photographic illustrations that make up her Fairy Tales and Secret Gardens exhibition. Sure to delight the young and young at heart, many of these works have been published in children's fairytale books. Accompanying her images, Lorena has given a nod to Victorian times, creating cabinets of curiosity, filling display cabinets with a selection of her collected curiosities and intriguing items used to create her detailed composite photographs. From fox skeletons to bat wings, could you pick where the items have been used in the images? Back in the Buda garden we discover the works of local printmaker Nancye Canobie. Nancye has created large works on drafting film referencing the trees of the Buda Garden and is exhibiting etchings and lithographs in the Garden room. This installation is informed by a pervasive energy, (spirit) within nature. This spirit is expressed in her work in her relationship with the Australian bush and in particular to the sculptural dynamics of certain trees. If you are bringing the kids to discover the wonders on offer, there is also a special activity just for them. The Buda Garden Treasure Hunt is available for kids to play and learn more about the garden in a fun and exciting way. Buda Castlemaine is a magical step back in time and the treasure hunt evokes a playful version of the times in which the Leviny family lived. If you bring your device, it is available as an Apple or Android app to download and play using the app’s inbuilt GPS. There is also a paper version for those who want to be device free in the school holidays and a special paper version for the under fives. Instructions to download the app in advance are on the website or they are at the door when you visit. budacastlemaine.org So pack a picnic, or order one of Buda’s special gourmet hampers online and make a day of it. Open daily 12 – 4pm. Admission applies but don’t forget the Locals Deal. Residents of the Mount Alexander Shire can enter free when they bring a paying guest.

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SPORTS wrap

‘Good thing’ wins at Kyneton Bill West

Plenty of trainers have been wrong when they declare a galloper a ‘good thing’, but Kyneton’s Ted Grogan (pictured) was right on the money when Ian’s Boy broke through for his first win last week. Grogan and Alby Bryant purchased the four-year-old gelding some time ago when he came on the market, having been prepared previously by former district trainer Mark Ashby. “We knew he had ability, and when he ran fourth at Kyneton at his first run for us he was unlucky, and should have finished second. “He worked very well since that run and we worked out the way to ride him is to let him settle back in the field and come home. “After the race, jockey Craig Robertson told us the horse is still green, and learning what racing is all about. Ian’s Boy started at $9, and finished strongly to win by almost a length from Mugshot. “My partner Lisa (Patton) and track rider Lauren deserve plenty of credit for helping this horse reach his peak. “We’ll probably give him another run at the next Kyneton meeting on April 17,” Grogan said. Ian’s Boy had raced on eight different courses before breaking his maiden status at his 14th start. Grogan is now expanding a breaking-in and pre-training enterprise on the Green Hill property, north of Kyneton. “There’s plenty of room out there, and we have the time to devote to this as well,” he added.

Premiers on show

The Saturday and midweek Central Highlands division one pennant bowls premiership teams are playing at regional level this weekend. Lancefield travels to Sebastopol on Saturday to take on the premiers from the Ballarat and Goldfields divisions in a round robin sides championship. Matches will be played over 14 ends. On Sunday, Gisborne hosts the midweek pennant championships, with Gisborne representing the CHBD. The morning match sees Gisborne play Dunolly (Goldfields midweek champions).

Triples champs

From left: Kyneton’s Terry Kelly, Jim Cooper and Alan Mathison are the winners of the recent annual Lancefield Triples Bowls Tournament. They defeated Toby Barker, Troy Williams and Glenn Sargeant in a play-off after both teams had won all four games. Skipper Kelly said the green was “magnificent”, and it was good to come to the tournament, which attracts teams from near and far. Club president Sue Holmes expressed thanks to long-time major sponsor Romsey Hot Bread Kitchen (John and Faye Parks), Lancefield Community Bank and TJ Scott & Son Funeral Directors for their generous support.

Impressive: Ian’s Boy wins the Hygain Maiden Plate over 1218m at Kyneton. Photos: Pat Scala/Racing Photos

Town n & District

GOLF results

Local mixed team runners-up in Kyneton Golf Club’s Good Friday two-person Ambrose, Jo and Jason McClure.

Too good: Lancefield Golf Club’s match play singles winner Andrew Hall (left) with runner-up Graeme Brennan.

Kyneton Players from near and far were among the winners at the special Good Friday two-person Ambrose to raise funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital. A field of 90 participated. Men: Shaun Bishop – Hayden Fyfe (Castlemaine) with 593/4 net, from Richard Murray – Wayne Sliwinski (Gisborne) 601/4. Women: Lenore McKinney – Stephanie Croft (Kogarah GC NSW 621/4, from Robyn Mason – Sally Knight (671/2. Mixed: Warwick and Antionette Guy 641/4 from Jason and Jo McClure 653/4. Longest drives: Jason Knights, Stephanie Croft, and George Biscocho (junior). As a result of the competition and raffle, the club has pledged a total of $2100 to the RCH fund and the club would like to thank all those who attended the day for their contribution and commitment to this worthy charity. Saturday: April Medal winner was evergreen B-grader Pat Clohesy with 81-13-68; A-grade went to Mark Sciberas 78-7-71, with Barry Keane 72 best in C-grade. NTPs were Sciberas (also super pin), Terry Kot, Gina Dalton, Terry Gamble, Terry Gamble, and Barry Murphy. Wednesday stableford: Peter Cameron (14 handicap) 38, from William Dodd (2) 36. Women – Teaote Davies (25) 40. Tuesday: GA/RWH 4BBB stableford: Denise Murphy and Banksie Buckley 46 points, from Marg Scoble and Lois Scott 44. NTPs were Murphy, Judy Quick, Beth Murray and Deidre Dawes. Lancefield One of Lancefield Golf Club’s most prestigious events went right down to the wire – or rather the last hole – on Saturday.

Andrew Hall won the 18-hole final of the Reg Lockens Memorial singles match play event, 1 upon Graeme Brennan. The evenly matched finalists had a tremendous battle in ideal conditions. The Easter Cup went to long-time member John Wilson, who produced his best form to card a fine 92-26-66, and also top C-grade. Garry Dudderidge 83-10-73 was best in A-grade, and Mr Consistency Barry Brennan led in B-grade with 84-11-73. Sunday stableford: Darcy Lockens 45 points, from Brett Lockens 37. Wednesday ladies: Anne Robinson 37 points, from Di Rohde 34. Men’s midweek: Jason Byron 36 points, from Ed Godek 34. Woodend Veronica Sullivan led throughout to win Woodend Golf Club’s women’s championship. Her 54-hole tally of 88, 96, 87 -- 271 was 23 strokes clear of runner-up Loretta Matthews. Sullivan also won the 54-hole putting prize with 85 putts. Cheryl Payne took out the handicap trophy with a nett 220, from Maureen Warrener 230. Trentham Course marshall Tim Flecher won Trentham’s monthly medal on Saturday with a fine 82-17-65. The best score in A-grade was a 67 from Geoff Durham, with Michael Prpic’s 66 leading the C-graders. The women’s stableford winner was Jan Baczynski with 38 points. An in-form Neville Anderson took out the midweek medal last week with 82-18-64.

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Recognition for cricket input Bill West

Jack Code is the first to admit he wasn’t a topline cricketer by any means, but his significant off-field input for the betterment of the sport has just been recognised with life membership of the Gisborne District Cricket Association. The badge presentation took place at the GDCA’s end-ofseason awards night held in Sunbury last Wednesday. Code, a school teacher by profession, resides in Woodend, and legendary GDCA and Woodend CC life member Kevin Sullivan, explained why Code was clearly deserving of the high award. The large gathering heard how Code was mowing grass at the Gilbert Gordon Oval, and was enticed along to the Woodend club’s annual meeting quite some years ago. No one wanted to be president, but Code took on the role and led the club through a very successful era that included three top-grade premierships. Some 10 years later, Code went along to a GDCA meeting as a substitute club delegate, and ended up taking on the reins as association leader. “Certainly Jack put a lot in,” Sullivan explained, referencing his regular attendance at Country Week and representative matches, bus driving, and improving various aspects of administration over a period of around 20 years. The newest life member played a major role in joining the junior and senior cricket bodies together, with administrative and delegated. responsibilities becoming more professional to cater for the needs of a quickly expanding cricketing area. The days of the GDCA having just eight teams are a very distant memory. Current association president Rob McIntyre endorsed Sullivan’s comments, and thanked Code for his valuable input. “I’ve done my best, and that’s it,” Code summed up in responding.

Dual club and GDCA life members Kevin Sullivan (at left) and Jack Code.

Medal vote goes to final round Bill West

Five centuries in nine innings and 749 runs at an average of 149.8 – and some wickets as well. Destructive opening bat Dilan Chandima (pictured) is a worthy winner of Gisborne District Cricket Association’s top individual award for 2020-2021, the Sullivan Medal. Chandima electrified the McIntyre Cup competition, and was largely responsible for Sunbury United reaching the grand final, where he was run out for six with a direct hit on the stumps. The medal count conducted by GDCA secretary Simon Ovenden at last week’s Presentation Night went down to the wire, with the 31-year-old Sri Lankan born batsman tied with two other top-line bats in Mick Allen (Gisborne) and James Lidgett on 16 votes with only last -round votes to be counted. Chandima gained three votes to finish on 19, with Allen -- the previous season’s Sullivan Medal winner – and Lidgett on 16, and Romsey’s ace bat Ben Way and Bacchus Marsh opener Alex Porter on 13. They all made the Team of the Year. Liam Sherlock (East Sunbury) polled 10, Pat McKenna (Gisborne) 8, Warren Else and Hamish McDonald (both Woodend), Sean Day Romsey and Tim

Stephens (East Sunbury) 6. “This is a fantastic effort,” life member Kevin Sullivan said in presenting Chandima with the medal. Sullivan, a long-time Woodend and GDCA opening bat and now an umpire, said he particularly admired Chandima and Mick Allen for taking on the new ball bowlers and not batting down the order. Chandima also won the McIntyre Cup

aggregate award with 919 points, higher than any other player across the grades. The bowling award went to Bacchus Marsh opening bowler Jared Taylor with 21 wickets at 12.29. Premiership Cups were distributed across 10 different grades. The women’s division, debuting for the first time, saw Lancefield take out the premiership with the club’s Emily Consiglio capturing the aggregate and bowling awards. Sarah Bamford (Bacchus Marsh) won the batting award with an average of 93 (dismissed once). GDCA president Rob McIntyre summed up the season in his welcoming remarks, referring to the uncertainty that had prevailed due to the impact of the pandemic, and the eventual decision to run one-day matches across the grades. He said it had been great to see the amount of camaraderie and respect shown across the grades in the circumstances. “Well done to players, administrators and umpires, and to the seniors and juniors,” he said. Thanks went to retiring umpires Terry Griffiths and Graham McDonald for their lengthy service. Dylan Prescott (Kookaburra Sports) was thanked for his company’s support for the eleventh year in a row.

Footy, netball on Saturday The long wait is nearly over. Castlemaine, Gisborne and Kyneton all have home matches on Saturday in the first round of Bendigo Football Netball League’s 2021 season. The three clubs are hoping for a big turnout of supporters, who have been starved from seeing their favourites teams play since the 2019 season (apart from practise matches before the pandemic hit in 2020 and as a lead-up to this season). There’s the usual pre-season optimism around. New players, old players, new coaches. The message from the three district

clubs is to come along to Camp Reserve (Castlemaine), Gardiner Reserve (Gisborne) and The Showgrounds (Kyneton) on Saturday. In 2018 Castlemaine ended the season as the football wooden spooner, but this is a brand new season, with South Bendigo visiting Camp Reserve. Kyneton hosts Golden Square, both with new coaches -- the Tigers having enticed 280-game former AFL star Paul Chapman to be in charge of the First XVIII for the first time. Gisborne footballers were beaten by four points in the 2019 preliminary final, and the

club’s A-grade netballers missed out on a flag in a thrilling grand final. The strong Bendigo-based clubs will be wary of what Gisborne has to offer in 2019. Gisborne takes on Strathfieldsaye, undefeated champions in 2019. Yet on Good Friday, in a lone early season match, Sandhurst beat Strathfieldsaye 11.12 (78) to 8.17 (65), casting doubts on whether the latter is not as strong as in 2019. The Castlemaine-Maryborough District Football League and the Riddell District Football League’s opening round is on Saturday, April 17.

Team of the Year

Gisborne District Cricket Association’s Team of the Year, captained by Dilan Chandima, and announced last week, is (in batting order): Dilan Chandima (Sun. United). Alex Porter (Bacchus Marsh) James Lidgett (BM) vice-capt. Ben Way (Romsey). Chris Burkett (Romsey). Liam Sherlock (East Sunbury). Mick Allen (Gisborne). Jayben Bannam (Gisborne). Jared Taylor (BM). Lachlan Wilkins (East Sunbury). Nick Watson (Gisborne). Ian Spiteri (BM).

Netball’s stars

Many of the talented young netballers in the Riddell District Football have turned out for interleague program trails. The league thanks all players, parents, coaches and umpires who took part in the trials. Selected teams are expected to be announced on Thursday, April 20. The league is delighted to have a quartet of quality coaches to ensure the girls maximise their potential. Lancefield’s Michelle Rix is in charge of the 13 and Under players, Whitney Thielke is looking after 15 and Under, senior interleague coach Chris Cameron is in charge of 17 and Under, and Woodend-Hesket’s Kellie Duff coaches the 19 and Under brigade.

Kyneton Tigers Bendigo Domestic Basketball Comp results: Reform Landscaping U14 B Gold Div 2 lost to Generals Cougars 46-23.

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