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Tarnished with blood

Harry Byass wants to have Hutton Street in Kyneton renamed. Angela Crawford A Kyneton resident who believes his street name is tarnished with the blood of slaughtered indigenous people has begun a campaign to have it changed. Harry Byass, 21, has lived in Hutton Street his whole life but recently learned the street was named after Charles Hutton, a station owner in the Campaspe region in the early 1800s. "He was the leader of the Campaspe Plains Massacre, a group of settlers who set out to avenge the deaths of a shepherd and a hut keeper who the Daung Wurrung had killed in revenge for the unprovoked murders of five of their own people," Harry said. "Hutton killed nearly 40 Daung Wurrung in a slaughter in 1839 and later led police to kill five of a different family group, the Dja Dja Wurrung, all shot in the back while fleeing.

"I don't particularly want to live in a shire that tolerates place names being given to these people or once brought to light not being removed and renamed to something more appropriate." Kyneton Historical Society secretary Larina Strauch confirmed many of the original streets of Kyneton were named after squatters and overlanders but said the history books were peppered with conflicting reports of events. "The incident that occurred with Hutton, it was actually Yaldwyn and his men who sought retribution on behalf of Charles Hutton," Ms Strauch said. "To me you can't single out one person and say he was responsible for it, the incident is part of a much broader area from the Soldiers Settlement at Langley and further towards Heathcote and beyond. "What we must do is learn from history, not rewrite it." Aunty Julie McHale, cultural education coordinator at

Nalderun in the Mount Alexander Shire, said Mr Hutton was one of a huge number of pastoralists involved in massacres right across the land. "The local Aboriginal people had been exposed to so many things like theft of land, rape, being blocked from access to water... I don't condone anybody killing anybody but the scales were very much unbalanced," she said. "The pastoralists would send out their workers to often kill the Aboriginal people as a warning." Ms McHale said there were many streets, towns, creeks and rivers named after pastoralists like Hutton. She congratulated Harry for starting the conversation. "I personally would like to see as many names changed as possible," she said. "At the round table in Mount Alexander we have talked about dual naming to include indigenous names as well. Continued page 5.

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Gisborne planning an election focal point

Proper planning for Gisborne's future has emerged as one of the biggest election issues for Macedon Ranges' south as ratepayers look to the polls. Attesting strong community interest is ratepayer Dean Markham's fast-growing campaign to call for change to the council's draft 30-year Gisborne Futures Plan. He argues the current draft leaves the town wide open to becoming the next outer suburb of Melbourne with its proposal for four-storey commercial and three-storey residential buildings in the town centre, expansion of the Gisborne Business Park and plan to expand the population rather than cap it. Since his campaign launched, he has noted a rise in people wanting to take control of the future planning for their town, and has inspired people well beyond his own backyard. Fellow Gisborne local Ben Lasry has been assisting Mr Markham. "A lot of people are of the belief that 'it won't make any difference' and 'the council will do what it wants', which has spread an attitude of ambivalence through an otherwise caring community," he said. "Everybody talks about it but nobody does anything about it, until now, and people have realised they are not alone in their frustration." Mr Markham's campaign has roused state-wide media attention and gained interest from various other communities on urban fringes that face similar challenges. As the October election looms, he says it's important for people to assess candidates and vote carefully.

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"We do need to raise an army of people to rally together and continue to keep the matter in the spotlight," he said. Further consultation on the Gisborne Futures project is expected next year and Mr Markham is encouraging residents to be heard. The latest round of community engage-

ment attracted more than 640 people online survey responses and at least 100 written submissions. A 'Protect Gisborne' Facebook page has now been established for those seeking to connect online - with a website under development and rallying of the community to follow.

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Consultation began last week on a plan for the integration of community health services Castlemaine Health and CHIRP Community Health. Mount Alexander Shire community members have the opportunity to have a say on the future of local community health services with a survey now open and community consultation sessions planned for the coming weeks. Castlemaine Health chair Peggy Ronnau encouraged everyone to participate in the consultation options. "We want to know what is important to you, to strengthen services and shape the future of community health and services in Mount Alexander Shire," Ms Ronnau said. You can fill in the integration survey at www.surveymonkey.com/r/CHIRPandCHCommunitySurvey or you can attend an online consultation session. To register contact Claire Marshall on 0430 305 124 or email Claire.Marshall@cubegroup.com.au.

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Friends of CHIRP convenor Margaret Griffin encouraged the community to take up the opportunity to have their say. "It is vital the preventative services that CHIRP offers, such as strength training, diabetes support and counselling, are strengthened and maintained, and that the social and community services are continued moving forward," Ms Griffin said. The Friends have initiated a letter writing campaign and invite community members and CHIRP service users to write to Bendigo West MP Maree Edwards and Health Minister Martin Foley to express their support for the valuable service. "If we want a new, purpose-built health and wellbeing hub where community health and social services can be accessed in one location, now is the time to voice our support for this longer term project," Ms Griffin said. To find out more about the campaign, email savecommunityhealthmtalex@gmail.com

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including the Mount Alexander Shire Council, Greater Bendigo Council, Bendigo Family and Financial Services Inc, Dja Dja Wurrung Enterprises, Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation and the North Central Catchment Management Authority. A further 92 jobs have been funded in the Macedon Ranges, with the local council successful in securing funding for jobs in roles such as community support, tree planting and administration. A total of 49 of these roles have been placed to date. Local job seekers can register and their skills will be matched to potential positions. For more information on Working for Victoria go to vic.gov.au/ workingforvictoria.

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COVID response with a number of local organisations but had also seen an increase in people seeking support for alcohol and drug issues, homelessness and mental health. She said CHIRP would utilise the funding to bolster staffing in these areas including the appointment of two more team members on community development in the housing and mental health teams; an admin assistant; a quality role looking at policies and procedures; communications; and an IT role to support staff working on and off site in telehealth. Working for Victoria has created more than 170 local jobs across the Mount Alexander and Greater Bendigo regions through organisations

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was thrilled to be able to recruit members of the local community. CHIRP has already made two new appointments with Sherene Clow taking on a community development role in volunteer engagement and LGBTI+ reach out and Elly Osborne taking on admin, general duties and COVID testing clinic admin roles. Ms Osborne said she was relieved to secure the job. "I worked casually in admin at CHIRP prior to the pandemic. At one stage I was working three casual jobs to make ends meet. It is wonderful to have secure employment in my local community," she said. Ms Couch said CHIRP had worked in partnership on

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CHIRP Community Health in Castlemaine will be able to employ eight new staff members thanks to a funding boost from the state government. Minister for Employment Jaala Pulford and Bendigo West MP Maree Edwards visited CHIRP on Friday to make the announcement. The funding is part of the government's $500 million Working for Victoria fund to support employment and contribute to Victoria's response to coronavirus. The local roles will allow CHIRP Community Health to better support isolated and vulnerable community members. Ms Pulford said the pandemic had presented big challenges to our society, especially for people who were already vulnerable and isolated. "These jobs have provided both a leg-up to workers who needed a break and a real community benefit," she said. Bendigo West MP Maree Edwards commended the team at CHIRP for the work they were doing to support the community during the pandemic. "We're creating jobs right here in Castlemaine in response to the increased demand for services," Ms Edwards said. Castlemaine District Community Health CEO Dianne Couch said the organisation

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Following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, the Customer Service Centre on Lyttleton Street in Castlemaine has reopened for limited face-to-face services including general queries, pet registrations and payments. Staff are continuing to respond to other customer service requests and technical queries such as planning and building inquiries by phone, email and online. The Customer Service Centre is open from 8.30am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday. Enter via the ramp on Lloyd Street. The Castlemaine Visitor Information Centre (VIC) on Mostyn Street will welcome back visitors on weekends between 9.00am and 5.00pm from Saturday 10 October, with plans to reopen the Maldon VIC in coming weeks. Staff are available to offer assistance by phone 1800 171 888, seven days a week.

Footpath Design - Gaffney and Reckleben Streets Contract M1517-2020Q Tenders are invited for the above contract. Tender documentation can be downloaded by visiting Council’s website under Tenders and quotations. Tenders must be received by 2.00pm, Monday 19 October 2020. Direct enquiries to Andrea O’Grady, Procurement Coordinator, on (03) 5471 1724. Darren Fuzzard, Chief Executive Officer

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Please stay home if you are unwell and get tested if you have any symptoms of coronavirus, no matter how mild. Make an appointment with your local GP or go to a nearby testing centre. There is a drive-through COVID-19 screening clinic at CHIRP Community Health in Castlemaine. Testing is available by appointment for community members showing symptoms of coronavirus or need mandatory testing before surgery. The clinic is open between 2.00pm to 4.30pm on Tuesday and Friday, and between 10.00am and 12.00noon on Sunday. Call CHIRP Community Health on 5479 1000 to make an appointment. The clinic is operated by Castlemaine Health and CHIRP, with support from Council. Civic Centre Cnr Lyttleton and Lloyd Sts P.O. Box 185 Castlemaine VIC 3450

Information on Planning Application PA12/2020 for 83-85 Blakeley Road in Castlemaine is advertised in this week’s Midland Express. See the classiﬁeds section for details.

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Build skills within your group, club or not-for-proﬁt at a free workshop to help you work well as a committee. The How to be a Dynamic Committee workshop will be held from 10.00am to 12.30pm on Thursday 15 October via Zoom. Register via www.eventbrite.com.au. It is run by Council in partnership with Volunteer Central Vic.

Apply for an event grant

If your community group is planning an event for next year apply now for our Events Grants Program. Submissions close at 4.00pm on Monday 12 October. Apply at www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/Grants.

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To help residents prepare their homes and properties for the ﬁre danger period, Council is offering free green waste disposal to local residents and ratepayers for 17 days, including three weekends. Green waste can be disposed of for free at the Castlemaine and Maldon waste facilities between 24 October and 9 November. Green waste includes garden waste such as grass, sticks and branches (less than 10cm diameter). It must be free of contaminants such as rubbish and declared noxious weeds.

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Bendigo Federal MP Lisa Chesters, partner and deputy mayor of Greater Bendigo Matt Emond and daughter Daisy are looking forward to welcoming a new member to their family in 2021.

Bendigo Federal MP Lisa Chesters and her partner, deputy mayor of Greater Bendigo Shire Matt Emond, have announced that they are expecting their second child. "Matt, Daisy and I are thrilled to announce that Daisy will become a big sister in April 2021," Chesters told the Express. "Like most parents in this situation, I am a little nervous at the thought of having 'two under two' but at the same time, very excited. "I feel incredibly lucky that I am able to take maternity leave and when I return to work, have my family travel to Canberra with me. Many other families are not in the same situation," she said. "Parliament House has an early learning centre and I acknowledge that not every workplace offers this. It demonstrates that we still have a long way to go to ensure families have genuine flexibility and options when it comes to the care and education of children during the early years. "The support from the community has been overwhelming, I'd like to thank everyone for their well wishes and offers to babysit. The Castlemaine community is particularly welcoming, every time I'm in town on my own, locals ask me why Daisy isn't with me. It's lovely and also a demonstration that people welcome the idea of me having my baby at work. "I am feeling well and am hoping for a healthy pregnancy as it progresses," she said. Ms Chesters said she had wonderful support from her partner, Matt, who is able to take a 'daddy pause' from work. "Usually, it's the mother who takes time out from the workforce," she said. "The news of our second child was the reason Matt decided not to contest the upcoming council elections. "As the Federal Member for Bendigo, I am required to be in Canberra about 20 weeks of the year and we felt that being able to travel together while the children are so little was important. "We understand how critical the early years are to a child's development and believe this was the best decision for our family."

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Inside the election office Eve Lamb

Dean Curtis is clearly enjoying his job as election manager for the Mount Alexander Shire Council election. Staffing the election office set up in Castlemaine's Ray Bradfield Room to help oversee this month's postal ballot, Mr Curtis is no stranger to the important role. It's a task he's willingly shouldered before for a previous local government election, plus a couple of council by-elections, and the Mount Alexander Shire local admits it's a process he enjoys. "It makes democracy happen," he says. "It's seeing something completed in a reasonable timeframe with the added challenge of having to be accurate," adds Mr Curtis who outside this role works as a private drug and alcohol counsellor and trainer. He also teaches brass to primary school students and plays euphonium with three bands - the Maldon Brass Band, Thompson's Foundry Band and the Castlemaine Brass Quintet. He checks the data and informs the Express that there are currently 17,083 voters enrolled to vote in this month's postal ballot that will determine the make-up of Mount Alexander's new council. Ballot pack mail out starts today and ends on Thursday with voters then tasked with electing three new councillors for the Castlemaine Ward for which 11 candidates are standing, along with one new councillor for Loddon River Ward, which has three contenders, plus one councillor for Tarrengower Ward where two candidates are standing. In the council's remaining wards of Coliban and Calder, incumbent councillors Christine Henderson and Tony Cordy are both set to be returned unopposed when the results are formally declared on Friday November 13.

Election manager for this month’s Mount Alexander Shire Council postal poll, Dean Curtis, is a man who enjoys his work.

While this is Mr Curtis's second stint as local government election manager, he has previously held similar roles for both state and federal elections. "It helps if you're a little bit OCD," he says, outlining some of his duties. "It's receiving nomination of candidates, receipt of the ballot material, marking off of the roll of those who have voted, extraction of the papers from the envelopes and then sorting and counting," he says. For the moment things in the local election office in Castlemaine are pretty cruisy. "We're not overly busy yet because it's a postal vote so we're not running early voting centres or physical sites, and because people can't travel overseas they're not looking for early voting," Mr Curtis says. The main query they're fielding so far has been from locals keen to confirm they're on the roll.

Tarnished with blood From page 1. "The councils and the local Aboriginal community would then have the responsibility to explain why the names have been changed, and that would be learning from history." Harry said that in response to the 2012 Victorian Local Government Aboriginal

Voting closes 6pm on Friday, October 23 and as the time to do the all-important count arrives the pace steps up. "At the count everyone wants a result straight away," the local election manager says. "Six or seven more staff will be put on for three days but it's not three consecutive days because we allow a week for the post to get through." Business Mount Alexander, in partnership with Shedshaker Brewing, is hosting a virtual 'Meet the Candidates Forum' this Thursday October 8. BMA has invited all candidates for Castlemaine Ward to participate in the forum to be live-streamed from the Taproom and hosted on the Castlemania Facebook page and BMA website. with residents able to catch the live-stream from 7.30pm Thursday.

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Engagement and Reconciliation Survey, Macedon Ranges Shire Council stated it would be using Aboriginal language to name places or projects in the future. "It's my hope they'd do that in this case too," he said. Harry has written to the council and is awaiting a response.

Mount Alexander Shire Council Election CASTLEMAINE WARD Bill Maltby will work for:

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NBN upgrade long overdue for Macedon Ranges Macedon Ranges holds hope for the federal government's $4.5 billion investment to the National Broadband Network but how much it will benefit is unknown, says McEwen MP Rob Mitchell. In September, Minister for Communications, Cyber Safety and the Arts Paul Fletcher announced eight million homes would gain access to broadband speeds of up to one gigabit per second through the upgrade. The plan aims to provide up to 75 per cent of fixed line premises across regional and metropolitan Australia access to ultra-fast broadband by 2023. "From the outset, the plan set out in our 2013 Strategic Review was to get the network rolled out as quickly as possible - and then deliver upgrades when there was demand for them," Mr Fletcher said. "This is the right time for this network upgrade. There is a long-term trend of broadband demand growth - with a very significant spike this year as COVID-19 has changed

the way we use the internet." Fibre would be taken deeper into neighbourhoods serviced by fibre-to-the-node technology enabling ondemand fibre upgrades and speeds of up to 1 Gbps. Capacity upgrades on the fibre coaxial network support speeds of up to 1 Gbps, and a program on the fibre-tothe-curb network will deliver consistent speeds across this technology up to 100Mbps, enabling on-demand access to G.Fast capability to boost speeds to up to 1 Gbps. There will also be a line speed uplift program by resolving in-home cabling issues for premises on the fibre-tothe-node network. Up to $700 million aims to make fibre services more affordable and accessible to businesses, and $300 million of co-investment funding is for NBN Co to partner with governments and local councils to improve broadband services in regional Australia. Labor MP for McEwen Rob Mitchell said it was wel-

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come news, although "far too late" and it was unknown how much his electorate would benefit. He said he had received many calls from constituents frustrated and angry about their ongoing internet issues and the impact it was having on families and businesses. "Anyone in the Macedon Ranges Shire, particularly Riddells Creek, Gisborne and Macedon, will tell you their internet connection and speeds are unreliable, too slow and costly - that's if they have internet at all," he said. "The pandemic crisis has really escalated people's frustrations as we have more people trying to work from home, run their businesses and home school their children. "While some areas are not much more than 60km from Melbourne's CBD, they get internet speeds that are among the worst in the developed world. "Too many households are told copper won't reach their house or that they live outside a wireless footprint."

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Australia Post is recruiting more 4000 people across the country to help deliver record parcel volumes in its biggest hiring spree since inception. Nearly 2900 Christmas casuals will be hired across transport and deliveries across the country, with a further 300 fixed term full-time and part-time customer contact centre opportunities including regional areas of Victoria. Australia Post is also recruiting around 900 roles in other areas of the business, including across the post office network, to help service customers better. Executive general manager of people and culture, Sue Davies, said this year's Christmas casuals would bring a welcome boost to a workforce that had been working hard all year. "In managing all the necessary COVIDsafe requirements, our people have gone over and above to provide critical services for businesses and their customers and delivered for more than 8.1 million households who have shopped online between March and August alone," Ms Davies said. "This is a record-breaking recruitment drive for what we expect to be a Christmas unlike any we've had before in Australia Post's history. "In a year that has been incredibly challenging and impacted people in many ways, we are delighted to be inviting people to join us this Christmas as we deliver across the country."

Australia Post is recruiting more 4000 people across the country to help deliver record parcel volumes in its biggest hiring spree since inception. Last year, Australia Post received more than 23,000 applications for Christmas casual positions. Earlier this year, more than 50,000 applications were made for the 1000 casuals hired in response to the impacts of the COVID19 pandemic. Australia Post is encouraging people to apply across the range of positions, particularly for the customer contact centres and transport. To see the full list of vacancies available at Australia Post, visit auspost.com.au/jobs.

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Kyneton High School students are looking forward to returning to school next week after months of home schooling due to COVID-19 restrictions. Students from the leadership team recently met outside the school in front of the sign the team wrote to boost morale during the lockdowns. Principal Ana Rees said everybody had been put outside their comfort zones. "For the year 12 students, their whole year has just been thrown up in the air. There is a lot of pressure on them," Ms Rees said. "I don't know whether our sense of hope has been stretched. We've taken so much for granted. You have to dig deep; you have to be optimistic. "It's our attitudes and values that carry you through. It's that compass within you. You have to make sure that compass is pointing in the right direction." Year 11 student leader Chloe Goodwin said when she heard that there were cases at Sacred Heart as well as Kyneton High it made COVID-19 seem much more real and personal. "It hit home to know that really nowhere was safe and that just because we live in the country area doesn't mean that we escaped the reality of this pandemic," she said. "COVID-19 has made me cherish having face-to-face contact with not only the students but the teachers as well. "It's affected not only my schooling life but everyday life. "It's made me more mindful of the things I take for granted and how easily they can be

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! Join other councils in signing the Climate Emergency Declaration, and install solar on council facilities. ! Empower our youth with more youth spaces and youth-led strategies. ! Explore streamlining certain planning applications for residents and local businesses. ! Establish closer relationships with local businesses to provide more appropriate help. ! Ensure land use planning policies are understood and consistent with community wishes. ! Employ a CEO who is going to champion the needs of all of the people living in our Shire. Lenka Thompson, Candidate for West Ward, Macedon Ranges Contact 0425786377 lenka.thompson@vic.greens.org.au

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Parlour gone, but ice cream lives on Lisa Dennis

Pressures from the coronavirus pandemic have led to the closure of Castlemaine’s much-loved Icecream Social ice cream parlour at the corner of Forest and Hargraves Streets after three years of trading. Operators Helen Addison-Smith and Craig MacDonald said they were devastated to have to close the doors last week but unfortunately the extended lockdowns had taken their toll. It was the couple’s dream to offer something grand, like the ice cream parlours and milk bars that used to be all through country Australia. However, the good news is the popular local business lives on at their factory outlet at The Mill complex in Walker Street and their popular retro Icecream Social van is still set to be a regular fixture at the weekly Wednesday Castlemaine Farmers Market. The couple will also retain their Thornbury store. To say farewell and thank the people of Castlemaine for their support, the Icecream Social team were giving away free ice creams from their

van in Forest Street last Friday. The balmy spring day saw lots of locals and visitors turn out to enjoy an ice cream and wish the team well with their ongoing ventures. Operator Craig MacDonald told the Express they were shattered to have to close the doors to their beloved parlour. Craig said a lot of their trade at the Forest Street store was supported by tourists so the lockdowns were tough. Regional tourism collapsed and weddings and big events, their major source of income and the subsidy for the parlour, vanished. “We thought about adapting to provide takeaway cafe offerings but Castlemaine already has such a rich cafe culture and we didn’t want to take away from anyone else,” he said. Craig said fortunately Uber Eats has been a godsend for their Thornbury store and kept it ticking over. You can get your ice cream fix at the Icecream Social window at The Mill every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12pm to 4pm and at the market Icecream Social’s Craig MacDonald serves free ice creams to Bendigo visitors Lucy, every Wednesday at the Western Judd, Ange, Molly and Mack last Friday. Reserve from 3.30pm.

Meet the candidates for Castlemaine Business Mount Alexander and Shedshaker Brewing are hosting a virtual ‘Meet the Candidates Forum’ this Thursday October 8. BMA has invited the 11 candidates for Castlemaine Ward to participate in the event, which will be live-streamed from the Taproom at The Mill Complex and hosted on the Castlemania Facebook page and BMA website. Ten of the 11 candidates had committed to being part of the event at the time of going to press. BMA secretary Genevieve Ward said candidates had the option of participating in person at the Taproom or from any other destination via Zoom.

“The venue will not be open to the general public for this event, but questions are being collected in advance, both written and via recorded video, for candidates to respond to,” Ms Ward said. “It will be a great opportunity for local residents to hear from the candidates and what’s important to them,” she said. Shedshaker Brewing’s Jacqueline Brodie-Hanns said it was a crucial time for local business. “The coming months and in fact years will be vital as businesses look to reopen and rebuild after covid. We need councillors who will support this work,” she said. Community members can catch the livestream from 7.30pm Thursday.

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Fire h Fi has gutted d a unit i iin M Market k S Street K Kyneton after f a bl blaze broke out at the home last Wednesday. Emergency services responded to the scene about noon after smoke detectors alerted the occupants and neighbours to smoke billowing from the roof of a unit in a townhouse complex. Fire brigades from Kyneton, Malmsbury, Tylden, Carlsruhe and Woodend quickly arrived on scene discovering one unit well alight. One elderly male resident was assessed on the scene by paramedics while other nearby residents were safely evacuated. At the height of the fire, thick heavy smoke drifted across large parts of Kyneton's CBD. A venting gas pipe held firefighters back in one section of the building, while other crews removed sections of the roof preventing the fire from spreading to nearby units. Thermal cameras were used to identify hot spots and ignition points. Powercor technicians were on site within 10 minutes and isolated the power to the entire complex. Incident controller Josh Gamble said 35 firefighters were onsite to contain the fire within 30 minutes and the blaze was extinguished in just over an hour. Fire Rescue Victoria Bendigo assisted with breathing apparatus support. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. "Both the units had working smoke alarms, which was very good," Capt Gamble said. "It's a timely reminder for the community in having working smoke alarms - they do save lives." A structural engineer was called in to assess the condition of the adjoining homes. Local police made arrangements for residents to be provided with alternative accommodation while the clean-up and investigation is carried out.

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Breakfast boost

Free meals cooked by Foodbank Victoria have been delivered to students during remote learning thanks to the Victorian Government's School Breakfast Clubs program. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas said schools in the Macedon Ranges were taking unique and tailored approaches to providing healthy food to their communities through the breakfast club. This has included handing out school holiday supply packs, delivering meals to students' homes and making up packs with extra products to give to families in need of additional support. "Even when learning remotely, with healthy food in their tummies, kids can concentrate properly. They can start the day with a belly full of food, enthusiasm and optimism - about the day ahead, and the road ahead," Ms Thomas said. "We all know it's hard to focus when you're hungry. That's why this program is so vital in providing nutritious food to kids who might otherwise go without." Since beginning in 2016, the state-wide program has delivered over 13.4 million free and healthy meals. Schools in the Macedon electorate taking part in the program include: Langley Primary School (2500+ meals), Kyneton Secondary College (800+ meals), Kyneton Primary School (900+ meals), Taradale Primary School (1700+ meals), and Tylden Primary School (1000+ meals).

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A colourful and creative Spoonville has popped up at RM Begg Kyneton Aged Care as a way to bring smiles to the residents and for the Kyneton community to stay connected during these trying times. The installation was the work of three local women, Tayhla Cheep, Alli Evans and Lauren Bunn, with the help of the children Alli and Lauren care for in family daycare. "It's been great to see creations from all ages being added to our little garden," Tayhla said. "Adults are having just as much fun as the kids!" RM Begg's Instagram said, "It's a space that adds some colour and happiness and brings a sense of community, reconnects people and reminds people that the community is here to support everyone". A family daycare group from Western Australia even contributed some spoons.

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Campbells Creek's Jane Rusden has her trusty binoculars at the ready as she gets set fo or this mon nth's Aussie Backyard Bird Count. Jane is convenor of BirdLife Castlemaine District and she's encouraging everyone to get twitching and be part of this month's big Aussie Backyard Bird Count. The big national bird survey run by Birdlife Australia happens over October 19-25 and thiss year's is more important than ever to get a clear picture of how our feathered friends have be een imp pacted by major events like the devastating Black Summer bushfires. A qualified zoologist, Jane says everyone - from children to qualified ornithologists - can particiipate in the big count, and in our neck of the woods it doesn't even have to be done in an actual backyard. "Citizen science has a very important role to play and it's so easy. You just note down all of the birds you see in a 20 minute period," she says. "For our area it's not limited to backyards. It can be done in the botanical gardenss, a patch of bushland or even the middle of a paddock. "And it's just as important to record where there aren't birds as well as whe ere there are, so if people don't get many birds on their survey that's still really valuable information." One of Australia's largest conservation events, the count plays a valuab ble role in helping track and protect native birds for future generations. Studies estimate that a shocking 180 million birds were wiped out by the destructive Black Summer bushfires, but a significant number of wild birds sought refuge from the devastation in the gardens and parks that survivved the flames. BirdLife Australia national public affairs manager Sean Dooley sayys this year's count is more important than ever to compare data across the country to previous years and track the longer-term impact on our wild bird dlife. "With climate change expected to increase the frequency and inte ensity of bushfires, we really need all Australians to get involved in the cou unt this year," Mr Dooley says. "Every year we're seeing more Australians take part, which is rea ally exciting and shows how fun the count can be." Last year, more than 88,000 Australians counted nearly 3.4 milllion birds with the rainbow lorikeet, noisy miner and australian magpie remaining Australia's most counted birds. This year the national total will be updated in real time and access to a computer or smart phone is all that's needed to partticipate. Castlemaine and surrounds is known to contain a keen birrdwatching fraternity and everyone is invited to register for the count and can learn how to participate at www.aussiebirdcount.org.au BirdLife Castlemaine District convenor Jane Rusden ge ets set for the big Aussie Backyard Bird Count.

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For many, the humble scone is just something to enjoy for morning or afternoon tea, with jam and cream, or maybe just butter! But for the Country Woman's Association of Victoria scones hold much more weight. Every year at the Royal Melbourne Show, CWA ladies bake and sell scones to the masses, breaking their previous baking record year on year. This is the CWA of Victoria's biggest fundraiser with an incredible 15,565 scones sold over last year's 11-day Royal Melbourne Show event. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, the Royal Melbourne Show has been cancelled - but this has not stopped the CWA from trying to break their record. On Saturday October 17, CWA branches across the state will be selling scones in an effort to break this mighty record. Locally, the Kyneton Twilighters CWA Branch will be hosting a 'click and collect' style scone sale at Kyneton Toyota at 24 Bourke Street from 9am-12pm. Scones can be purchased individually for $1.50, six scones for $9 or 12 scones for $18. You can even upgrade your order to include a pot of jam and cream for an extra $5! Scones, homemade jams and other items can be purchase on the day while stocks last. Scones can be pre-ordered and paid for by contacting Caroline on 0425 733 260, emailing katet@kynetontoyota.com.au or via the Kyneton Twilighters CWA Facebook page. Orders open until Thursday October 15. Kyneton Twilighters CWA member Kate Tripodi invites community members to place their orders for the upcoming scone sale fundraiser.

Regional telehealth boost Regional health services across Victoria will partner with each other to support patients receiving medical care closer to home via telehealth - thanks to a big $4.5 million investment. The investment means Central Highlands Rural Health (Kyneton Health and Daylesford Health) will deliver more services via telehealth. Each region will receive a telehealth lead and local telehealth support officers who will train clinicians and support patients on how to use telehealth, as well as fund equipment such as webcams, computers, tablets and headsets.

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The team at Romsey British Automotive is offering any person seeking to purchase a second-hand vehicle a full inspection of the vehicle before purchase.

Buyer beware Romsey British Automotive aims to curb dodgy second-hand car sales by offering free inspections to prospective buyers. Last year the independent mechanical workshop red-flagged a spike in cases where poor servicing of vehicles left unwitting buyers out of pocket. Owner Lyn Allford said, in the past week, she has assisted three customers who found themselves in the same situation. "Although the vehicles had passed a roadworthy certificate, purchasers were left with several high-cost maintenance repairs that the previous owner failed to service," she said. "During the past week we have had three such customers who have come to our workshop for the first time with a minor problem such as brake light warning on the dash, fan heater in the rear of the cabin not working and finally roadworthy

items not being rectified." To ensure people are getting the best possible chance with their vehicle, Romsey British Automotive is offering free vehicle inspections on second-hand vehicle purchases. The team is offering any person seeking to purchase a second-hand vehicle of any brand, by a car dealer or private sale, to ask the dealer or private sale person to bring the vehicle to their workshop for a full inspection of the vehicle before purchase. "By doing this it could possibly save you the costs of repairs that have not been carried out by the previous owner," Ms Allford said. Before searching for a second-hand vehicle, phone the workshop for specific questions to ask in regards to previous servicing and repairs. For details, phone Lyn Allford or Daniel Gibbs on 5429 5021.

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For something special for brunch why not opt for Taste of The Orient’s contemporary take on a traditional Cantonese yum cha! The Castlemaine restaurant even offers frozen yum cha to take home so you can plan your surprise ahead of time. It can be prepared ready for you to enjoy at home, too if you prefer. Have a look at their menu online to see what you can enjoy. Vegetarian options are available. Takeaway only. Open 11am-8.30pm Monday-Saturday (closed Tuesdays) and open Sundays from 11am-3pm. The Stables in Malmsbury is one of the best places to enjoy fabulous Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. And you can enjoy it all day because The Stables’ kitchen just does not close. They’re open for breakfast on weekends and

Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday for food all day. So if you want that mouthwatering treat mid-afternoon, go for it. The Stables’ kitchen is always at the ready. But do book first because like all restaurants, pubs and cafes, The Stables has limitations on the number of people it can cater for at any one time. Kyneton’s Asian-inspired restaurant, Fook Shing, is highly delighted to be back to welcome people to dine in one of the most glamorous settings you will find in town - by popular demand they say. Fook’s usual trading days will be Thursday through Sunday. Dine indoors or outdoors (lunch only and weather permitting, plan this because it’s spring after all). Have a look at Fook Shing’s website for menus. You’ll be glad they’re back, too.

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It hasn't even been officially launched yet - due to the COVID-19 pandemic - but a new book exploring the history of many of the buildings and those behind Romsey's business district going back 160 years is already attracting considerable interest. "We believe this book is a 'must read' for locals and tourists alike," stated historian and biographer Dr Fay Woodhouse and Lancefield and Districts Historical Society secretary Shirley Kishere. Titled Romsey: An Historical Guide, the book explores the built form and the rich historic fabric of the Romsey business district, identifying 55 buildings and landmarks. It points out that it is striking that the layout of the town's business district remains very much as it was when first established. The book contains a wide range of 19th and 20th-century photographs of the original buildings as well as current photographs of the same sites. Romsey is experiencing population growth, and the historical society anticipates that many newcomers, as well as long-time residents, will be interested in the book. Pre-launch sales are very encouraging. "We believe this book should become a major promotional tool for tourism to the area," the society secretary said. People, the families, the buildings are all brought to life in the pages of the book. Romsey may be presently be without a hotel, but that was not always the case. The history of several are included. Who knows about the centrally located Romsey Commercial Hotel, burnt down in 1909, with investigations feeling foul play via fires lit simultaneously at the site, with an unfortunate lodger losing his life. It was never rebuilt. Photos taken before and after the fire are included in the book. The historical society continues to document local history from the pre-historic

period through to the 21st century, and is keen to welcome new members. "Our collection of documents, artefacts and photographs of Romsey, Lancefield and districts informs us and future generations abut the lives of the traditional owners or the land as well as our pioneering families, our businesses and the society we have become," Ms Kishere said. The society welcomed the partnership arrangement with Hindsight (consulting historians) to ensure the new book became reality. Closely linked with Melbourne University, author and biographer Fay Woodhouse is a Lancefield resident who has published 15 books since 1997. She is an avid researcher and writes authentic stories of Australian life, connecting the past with the present. The book took almost a year to put together and Fay describes the work undertaken "as a collaborative effort", acknowledging the contribution of many members of the historical society. She said the book is not intended to be a full history of the township of Romsey, such as those written by Peter Mitchell (2004) or John Reid (1992). LANCEFIELD NEXT Fay now has the challenge of putting together a similar history of the Lancefield township. "I've already started, and hope to have it completed by the end of this year," she said. SPECIAL OFFER Romsey: An Historical Guide can be purchased for $40, with a special offer of the book plus membership of the local historical society valid to the end of June 2021 available for $50. Copies can be ordered by phoning society secretary Shirley Kishere on 0402 248 540 or author Fay Woodhouse on 0427 042 753. The book is also being stocked by Red Door Books in Lancefield, and Romsey Post Office, Romsey IGA and Rue D'Fleur.

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A positive start to Secondary School can set the scene for success in later years. But it takes more than a great start to have an excellent finish. At Girton Grammar, a student’s preferred future is considered from the outset. Whatever path a young person wishes to take, ‘best effort’ is always the goal, and with this approach, students reap the rewards in the later years of Secondary School. With excellent VCE results, explicit teaching of Emotional Intelligence and an extensive co-curricular programme, a great start in Year 7 at Girton leads to exceptional outcomes at graduation. To find out more about how starting at Girton in Year 7 is a decision for now and a decision for later, call our Registrar or see our website.

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The Kyneton Farmers Market is on again next Saturday at the temporary venue of Kyneton Showgrounds. Organisers hope to return to St Paul's Park soon. This market will feature a wide range of stalls, including locally and regional grown olives and olive oil, fruit, vegetables, preserves, cakes, eggs, bread, cheeses, a variety of meats, wine, peanut butter and honey straight from the hive. There are stalls selling plants for the garden and more. The Chook Fanciers, Bill and Graham, sell a variety of poultry, ducks and small caged birds as well as fresh eggs. There will be jewellery, soaps, cleaning products and more. There will be food and coffee available for takeaway. COVID-safe practices are to be observed - registering if contact tracing is needed, hand sanitising, social distancing and wearing face masks is mandatory. Organisers also encourage just one family member to shop at this time, rather than whole family groups. Limiting shopping time they are also asking people to be mindful of to avoid over-crowding. Go and enjoy some time at the market, 8.30am-1pm, Saturday October 10.

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1. Ian Fisher will step down as CEO from which organisation? 2. Who is the founder of not-for-profit farm animal sanctuary Edgar’s Mission? 3. Fundraiser, Run the Maine, has been held for how many years this year? 4. Cricket legend Dean Jones called which Macedon Ranges town home?

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5. Who are Mount Alexander’s two uncontested returning councillors for Coliban and Calder wards for 2020?

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6. Chrissy Amphlett was the lead vocalist of which Aussie rock group? 7. What do the following have in common: scarlet, carmine, ruby and vermilion? 8. What creature features at the centre of Egypt’s national flag? 9. In the game Scrabble, how many points is the letter ‘X’ worth?

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10. Who is the author of the Game of Thrones book series?

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The expected shortage of labour for the coming fruit harvest is causing great concern to growers. I have an idea I am forwarding to the federal government as they obviously have not thought of it. There are many thousands of people receiving government payments because they cannot get a job; many of them are young and fit. Here's my plan: Pay them the JobSeeker allowance to harvest the fruit and vegetables. They will need to relocate for a short time (we called it a 'working holiday' when my parents took us kids with them to Redcliffs). Their travel costs would be paid and arrangements made for free basic accommodation plus travel to and from the work site. It will be costly of course, but compare extremely well with the costs of importing workers, with all the associated expenses of that. Importantly, the workers will have the satisfaction of having a job and what's more know they are assisting their fellow Aussies in a time of need. I do hope the government sees the wisdom and benefit of my idea.

We don't want this Trevor A Scott, Castlemaine There has never been a more pivotal moment in history when we should be listening to the scientists and leaving the remaining fossil fuels in the ground. But unfortunately, hot on the heels of Scott Morrison's announcement of a 'gas-led recovery' comes the news that the NSW government has approved mining giant Santos's huge, destructive coal seam gas project in Narrabri, 170km northwest of Tamworth. Santos plans to drill no less than 850 coal seam gas wells, each up to about one kilometre deep, on the traditional lands of the Gomeroi and Gamilarwaay People. Sixty per cent of the land is located in the pristine forest of the Pilaga, and 40 per cent is located adjacent to prime farmland. The Piliga is home to our iconic koala and, following last summer's tragic bushfires, the species has become more threatened than ever before. Coal seam gas, also known as 'unconventional gas', uses explosives deep underground to access the CSG seam. This results in 'rogue' gas escaping into the atmosphere, and pollution of the water table. It often makes local water unfit to drink; not to mention that the necessary plant and thousands of metres of pipework render the land unusable for farming. Drilling for 'unconventional gas' is most certainly dangerous to human health and flies in the face of the inevitable, future switch to renewable energy, which will leave millions of dollars worth of stranded assets. Please tell your local politician to take a message to parliament that we don't want this 'gas-led recovery'.

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As the council elections approach, I think it is a good time to acknowledge the willingness of each of the candidates who have chosen to step up and offer their service to the community. The role of councillor is one that requires hard work and taking on great responsibility, and if something goes wrong councillors can be the subject of intense criticism and even hostility from community members. While we can all think of occasions where a council or councillor has become corrupt or engaged in bullying or other unacceptable behaviour, I think the majority of people who stand for council, including those standing this time, are there for the right reasons. So, as we exercise our democratic rights

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and attend Meet the Candidates events, or debate online about the merits of different candidates' policies and ideas for our shire, it's worth remembering that every candidate (including those whose policies we disagree with) is a human being who is offering their time and goodwill to serve the community, and for this deserves to be treated with respect and goodwill too.

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We recently concluded the 4th National Carbon Farming Forum with a real sense of excitement for what this growing industry can deliver for jobs, investment, and growth in regional communities. Now eight years old with over 650 carbon farming projects around Australia, we need to at least triple the industry and its regional contributions by 2030 to help keep global warming to the goals of the Paris Agreement. There are different methodologies, but farmers earn carbon money by managing trees, vegetation, fire, soil and livestock differently, storing carbon in the land or avoiding emissions. Carbon farming helps address climate change but there are many other benefits. Carbon farming provides an additional revenue stream for land managers and can help build resilience and sustainability keeping farmers on country and employing others. Recent federal and state government initiatives are assisting the growth of this important industry. Developments include the federal government announcing funding towards improving soil carbon measurement technology and the establishment of a carbon farming methodology steering committee, involving the CMI, designed to develop new methodologies, within quicker timeframes. The CMI is committed to assisting the development of carbon farming so it benefits land managers, communities and the climate.

Rupert Dally, Kyneton I was very interested to read the article in the Midland Express last Tuesday, 'Alarm at tree harvesting'. Thank you for the article, it has been an ongoing problem. I wrote to Parks Victoria and Vic Forests regarding the Metcalfe Forest on September 1. Vic Forests got back to me and stated that the forest was not their responsibility. Consequently I wrote to the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning and also to the Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change but to this point have not had the courtesy of a reply. Neighbours have been contacting the various departments about their concerns with regard to the forest and even provided registration numbers of vehicles but nothing seems to have happened. Hopefully after your article some action will take place. It is not only the illegal logging, firewood collection and dumping of rubbish that is of concern, but also the fact that there has not been a controlled burn for 90 years or so, and as a result when fire does come it will be absolutely devastating. Over and above that, even as a minimum, if bollards could be placed on the vehicular tracks that would restrain vehicle access to the forest.

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Ray Sharrock, Bendigo

For those who would like to have input into the future Mount Alexander Shire Counci's deliberations on the proposed new supermarket in Castlemaine, an objection or submission can be lodged via Greenlight or sent in writing to: Mount Alexander Shire Council, PO Box 185, Castlemaine VIC 3450. The application documents can be read on council's 'Planning and Permits' web page under 'Lodge or Track an Application' by filling in 'Castlemaine 3450' and 'Duke Street' under the pop down menu. Whatever your feelings are about this proposal, it is important that we have an informed debate about the merits or otherwise of this development. People might want to ask about the developers' commitment to zero emissions from the site during and after construction, including the planting of trees to off-set the heat from an increase in concrete, or what the rationale is for having part of Urquhart Street listed as forming part of the car park.

Thank you to Peter Lloyd ('Unacceptable carnage', Opinions, September 8) and Gay Sanders ('Be aware and care', Opinions, September 22). I too use legal, 'safe speeds' of 25 -50km/h as appropriate and agree that speed is currently our only weapon against the animal carnage on our country roads. However, I also feel it would be impractical to expect the general public to drive to those speeds. What should work is to clear all obstructions (trees, logs, rocks and herbage) from all the verge area between the dedicated road surface and the road corridor fences. This would allow vehicles to leave the roadway safely, either intentionally or accidentally, and allow drivers to see animals at least approximately 15 metres to the sides of the road. As well, this would allow for effective slashing, without wrecking machinery, and create a wonderful network of fire breaks of at least 35 metres or more on wider road corridors as well as removing fatiguing tree shadows on roads. Imagine the benefits of that network in battling bushfires. This would be great ongoing, outdoor healthy work benefiting the whole community, that could be a real positive, to come out of living better with the effects of coronavirus, which may be something we have to live with long term. Much of this work could be done by relatively unskilled personnel. So either reduce the speed limits to reflect the danger of obstacles to people and animal deaths, or clear the verges completely of obstacles and herbage. Since most mid-Vic roads currently have obstacles and herbage within three metres, speed limits to be effective would be more like 25km/h, although some animal damage would still occur. I say, clear

Michael Johnston, Castlemaine

Virtual flower show Green thumbs are busily preparing for the Macedon Ranges Plant, Cutting and Seed Swap and Giveaway's spring virtual garden show. About 300 entries have been received across 28 categories including Veggie, Pot, Native, Best 'Iso' Garden, Garden Feature and Bulb. The show will also include a special section for children with categories Flower Creation, Fairy Garden and Art. Keen Woodend gardener Kylie Swain began the Macedon Ranges Plant, Cutting and Seed Swap and Giveaway Facebook group at the end of last year. It has since gained more than 1700 members and has become an online community.

Super Quiz answers: 1. Castlemaine Health. 2. Pam Ahern. 3. Twelve. 4. Romsey. 5. Christine Henderson and Anthony Cordy. 6. Divinyls. 7. All are associated with the colour red. 8. Eagle. 9. Eight. 10. George R. R. Martin.

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Depression, anxiety and panic attacks Depression While we all feel sad, moody or low from time to time, some people experience these feelings intensely, for long periods of time (weeks, months or even years) and sometimes without any apparent reason. Depression is more than just a low mood, it’s a serious condition that has an impact on both physical and mental health. One in five women and one in eight men will experience depression at some point in their lives. Depression is a complicated condition that can involve a number of contributing factors such as genes, environment, lifestyle, brain activity, psychology and personality. Depression can be helped by regular exercise. Physical activity causes brain pleasure centres to be stimulated and leads to feelings of wellbeing. Exercise can also be effective in the treatment of anxiety. Anxiety disorders Everyone experiences anxiety and fear at times; they are normal and helpful human emotions that help us deal with danger. However, some people experience excessive and irrational anxiety, and worries that become ongoing and distressing and that interfere with their daily lives. Often there appears to be no obvious or logical reason for the way the person feels. This may make an anxiety disorder even more worrying to the sufferer. Generalised anxiety is excessive anxiety and worry about common issues. The focus of the anxiety might be family or friends, health, work, money or forgetting important appointments. A person may be diagnosed with a generalised anxiety disorder if * The anxiety and worry has been present most days over a six-month period * The person finds it difficult to control their anxiety Anxiety becomes a disorder when it is irrational, excessive, too persistent and attached to situations that do not warrant

it and when it interferes with the person’s daily life. Panic attacks A panic attack is a sudden feeling of intense terror that may occur in certain situations or for no apparent reason. A panic attack does not mean a person is necessarily suffering an anxiety disorder. However, a panic attack is a common feature of each type of anxiety disorder. Symptoms of a panic attack may include shortness of breath, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, choking, nausea. Panic attacks can be frightening. Some people say they feel like they are going to die or go crazy. People affected by panic attacks may avoid situations in which they think attacks might occur and this can lead to them becoming isolated and giving up activities they previously enjoyed. If you have any concerns for yourself, or family, regarding any mental health issues, contact you doctor to discuss. Springs Medical, who provided the information for this article, will be hosting Mental Health Webinars and invites you to attend the following: Mental Health for Adults Wednesday October 14 from 7.30pm Mental Health for Adolescents Wednesday October 21 from 7.30pm Book via Eventbrite springsmedical. com.au/Mental Health Webinar.php This event is supported by PHN Western Victoria Springs Medical - Daylesford 5348 2227 | Kyneton 5422 1298 | Trentham 5424 1602 Beyond Blue Help Line: 1300 224 636 Life Line: 131 114

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Making a strong connection Connecting Staff provides personalised programs, activities and solutions that support people to live their fullest life, their way. They offer support to children, young people, adults, families, who have social, physical, intellectual disabilities or mental illness. Founder Timothy Bruce launched Connecting Staff in 2018 with the mission to provide this support and assist participants with the goals they have set out to achieve. Having a child with additional needs and researching support, Mr Bruce wanted to make this his focus to make a difference within our communities. Since opening in 2018, Connecting Staff has assisted more than 150 participants achieve their goals and improve their daily living skills. “We have an amazing team of experienced staff that have helped build Connecting Staff as a well-known support service in our local communities,” Mr Bruce says. Connecting Staff is currently providing

services in Gisborne, Sunbury, Caroline Springs, Bendigo, Shepparton and Seymour. With the outlook to expand interstate by the year 2021. The team collaborates with all professionals to achieve the best possible outcome for the participant. Their philosophy is to recognise and support the impact of societal and organisational barriers affecting children, young people and adults. Their practice is tailored to meet the needs and overcome any barriers that restrict life’s opportunities. Connecting Staff offers a range of support such as school holiday programs, Saturday night social groups, one-on-one support, outreach support to access local communities and much more. Connecting Staff collaborate with colleagues and professionals from other sectors, services or agencies, working collectively with the participant on issues of common concern. As a non-registered NDIS provider, selfmanaged or plan-managed participants are able to work with them.

Drawing on social support A free online meditative-drawing program to help socially support people during COVID-19 has been launched by awardwinning local artist Gretchen Hillhouse. She is offering 50 people free access to the online meditative-drawing series. Called The Artly - Let’s Stay Connected Program is starting on Thursday October 8 and will be delivered live, via Zoom on Thursday nights from 7.30-8.30pm, for 12 weeks. Participants will be guided through simple pencil and paper based meditative-drawing exercises that are designed to create subtle changes in a person’s physical state (your breath rate slows and deepens, serotonin levels rise, cortisol levels reduce) which, Gretchen says, research shows brings about feelings of relaxation and increased wellbeing as positive memories are activated and emotions enhancing social connectivity are increased. “The program is for anyone who can hold a pencil and move it across paper, be supported to do so, or would enjoy the camaraderie of hanging out online with other people doing it,” Gretchen says. To participate, you’ll need access to a device that receives internet. As a therapeutic program with mindfulness and relaxation practices as its focus, no drawing skill is required. The program is supported by a private Facebook group where participants can share the journey and keep the drawing and chat going between the weekly live sessions. “Even though restrictions have eased in central Victoria, I’m aware that there are

lots of people - the elderly, people with disabilities, our first peoples and people who are immune compromised who will be exercising social distancing for a long while to come,” Gretchen says. “There are also lots of young people without their usual social supports; people missing normal social exchanges while working from home or while dealing with the stresses of home-schooling; and people whose jobs, businesses and industries have evaporated overnight who might find a regular social connection point a real boost to their week. I know that as a selfemployed person working from home I will love the socialising involved in delivering it.” “I realise a lot of people are struggling financially as their businesses or jobs have gone belly-up and I don’t want that to be a barrier to support when it’s needed the most. So, I’m offering free access for 50 people on a first-in-best-dressed-basis.” If you’d like to be involved, or you can email gretchen@artinarchitecture.com.au or sign up on the website by clicking this link using the code: 100%Discount www.artinarchitecture.com.au/artly-byart-in-architecture-lets-stay-connectedprogram Gretchen has recently returned to Castlemaine after six years working in Melbourne and Asia as director of her business Art in Architecture and after experiencing the first wave of lockdown in Melbourne in December, decided to use her skills as an artist and neuro-associative practitioner to directly support people through the social challenges of the pandemic.

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Food for better mental health Eating your way to better mental health - what’s on your menu? Macedon Ranges Health is offering a limited number of free menu assessments to sports clubs and recreation centres in the Macedon Ranges Shire to help improve the mental and physical health of their members. What we eat isn’t necessarily the first thing that comes to mind when we think of improving our mental health. But the relationship between what you eat and your mood is a really important one, says dietitian Susie Whitelock from Macedon Ranges Health in Gisborne. “We know that poor nutrition is a risk factor for both mental and physical ill health. People might be surprised to know that a diet that includes adequate amounts of wholegrain breads, fish, nuts, seeds, fruit and vegetables can reduce the symptoms of depression and anxiety. “Many people have found it particularly challenging to maintain healthy eating habits during lockdown. “Fewer trips to the supermarket means you might be eating less fresh foods than you normally would. The impact of COVID restrictions also means we may not be getting as much exercise as we normally would,” Susie says. As the restrictions begin to lift, Macedon Ranges Health is offering a limited number of local sporting clubs and recreation centres access to free menu assessments based on the Healthy Choices guidelines. “We can look at your canteen menu or what you offer in your vending machines and come up with some practical suggestions to encourage your members to make healthier food and drinks choices. “For example, in a recent menu assessment with a recreation pool, we moved the placement of water in the fridge to make it more prominent and reduce consumption of sugary beverages. Simple steps like this that encourage us to take good care of our bodies, means we are in a much stronger place to look after our own mental health.” If you are interested in accessing a free menu assessment for your club or recreation centre, contact Susie Whitelock at susan.whitelock@mrh.org.au If you or someone you know is in need of immediate mental health support, phone Lifeline on 13 11 14 (24/7) or text 0477 13 11 14 (6pm-midnight).

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Castlemaine activist, scholar and the co-author of new book Exploring Degrowth: A Critical Guide Anitra Nelson will be speaking on the topic of degrowth as part of an online event this Thursday evening. Nelson wrote the book with French activist and spokesperson for the French and international degrowth movements, Vincent Liegey, who is currently living a degrowth lifestyle in Budapest. Liegey is a member of Cargonomia, a cargo bike hire and repair cooperative with a local farm using the bikes for transport and food distribution. The book introduces the movement and degrowth activism. Castlemaine Library is hosting the event which will feature Nelson in conversation with fellow Central Victorian degrowth advocate Patrick Jones on living with minimal ecological footprints locally and as a society. Jones and his family have been living the degrowth lifestyle in Daylesford for two decades. He has contributed a chapter to Food for Degrowth: Perspectives and Practices, another book Nelson has coedited with Ferne Edwards which is due out in December. Nelson's books focus on living in environmentally sustainable ways. She is affiliated with the Melbourne Sustainable Society Institute at the University of Melbourne. The scholar said degrowth was about making an effort to cut down how much you produce and consume, and living within the earth's limits. "It's about focusing on your needs, not wants. Living simply but richly by forming networks or collaborations and co-ops and sharing resources," she said. Degrowth supporters subscribe to the belief of earning a basic income to provide for necessities and pooling and sharing resources to ensure there is plenty for everyone

Castlemaine activist, scholar and co-author of new book ‘Exploring Degrowth: A Critical Guide’, Anitra Nelson, will feature as part of an online event this Thursday. and no-one has to go without. Anitra said her last book was centred around the subject of eco-collaborative housing, whereas the latest offering Exploring Degrowth: A Critical Guide delved deeper into the changes people can make to live the degrowth philosophy. Nelson said interest in degrowth was rapidly growing

as people looked for practical ways to address climate change. Interested community members are invited to join Anitra and Patrick this Thursday October 8 at 7pm. Visit www.eventbrite.com.au/e/degrowth-in-centralvictoria-tickets-121489192445 to register. If you miss out on the live event you can catch up later on YouTube.

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Quad bike law supported A US Government study has provided further support for a law requiring new quad bikes in Australia to be fitted with operator protection devices - OPDs or roll bars - from October 2021. The study was commissioned by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. It used a crash test dummy to assess what happens during quad bike rollovers. In low speed lateral rollover tests involving a quad bike with an OPD fitted, significant impact between the quad bike and the crash test dummy was virtually eliminated. But in rollover tests of the same model quad bikes without an OPD, the test dummy was struck more than five times more often. “This latest study provides even more evidence that the new law requiring OPDs to be fitted on new quad bikes from October 2021 is essential and should be non negotiable,” Rural Doctors Association of Australia president, Dr John Hall, said. “OPDs will save lives and prevent serious injuries the research keeps backing this up time and time again. “In the past nine years alone, 149 people have died from quad bike related accidents in Australia that’s an average of more than 16 people each year! And 23 of these victims have been children. “It has also been estimated that six people present to an emergency department each day as a result of quad bike related injuries - that’s more than 2000 people each year. “Our members live and work as doctors in rural communities in talking with friends, families and patients, everyone has their own story of an accident or near miss with a quad bike rollover. “We also see first hand the impact of quad bike rollovers in our local hospital emergency departments we see the tragic outcomes when riders are crushed by quad bikes and either killed or seriously injured. “And we see the suffering of the victims’ families, particularly when they realise that with the installation of an OPD, their loved one’s death or serious injury could have been prevented. “It the face of all the statistics and all the research clearly showing that OPDs make quad bikes safer it is hard to believe there are still some people and organisations who are opposing the new law. “Think about what happens to crash test dummies when OPDs aren’t fitted on quad bikes, and get behind this important law that will clearly save lives.”

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The Victorian Seniors Festival is an important Victorian government initiative that celebrates the contribution of older people in our community. The festival has been running for 38 years and this year, while COVID has not been able to put a stop to it, the celebration is a little different. All through the rest of October, The Victorian Seniors Festival Reimagined has joined with Victorian community radio stations to broadcast 2020 Radio Reimagined programs. You’ll find plays, music, performance and much more on Highlands FM 100.7 Central Victoria community radio and Radio 88 FM Castlemaine. You can also go to www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au all through October to see performances specially designed for the reimagined festival.

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We have all heard stories of parents, husbands, wives, partners, bothers and sisters whose increasing frailty has meant families have worked overtime to give loving, respectful and practical care at home. Many families with ageing and ailing relatives at home find they simply just need some help to provide for the care needs for their loved ones. New Aged Care’s owners (Dr Alison Killoh, Dr Dennis Wong, Kellie Tobias and Deborah Stidwell) are passionate about delivering ethical and comprehensive services by caring, welltrained staff. The Royal Commission into Aged Care along with COVID have been a stressful and heartbreaking time for some. The New Aged Care team - doctors, nurses and home care services staff - continue to support the community throughout these uncertain times. It is so important that you look after yourself, remind yourself that you have done and are doing everything you can, ensuring your loved ones are safe and receiving the comfort and care they deserve. The community is entitled to quality medical services, home care and residential care. New Aged Care can help you through this whole journey. They will work collaboratively with your own GP and specialists. New Aged Care’s goal is to complement, not compete with, other health services. They live by their catch-phase, “With you all the Way”.

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Ph: 5422 1641

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KN253129/K

KENNEDY'S AMCAL PHARMACY

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Trentham - visit this hidden gem If you ask McAuley Retirement Village’s newest resident, Paul, about the area of Trentham, you will likely be told that it is a hidden gem. “Nobody really knows about it, especially if you’re from the Melbourne area. But it really is lovely, and you don’t realise what a great place it is until you walk around,” Paul says. Paul and his wife Helen moved into their unit at McAuley in October last year, and they are very happy they made the move. Paul and Helen were living in nearby Kyneton for 15 years, in a two-storey three-bedroom home, which was becoming difficult to manage as they neared 80 years of age. “We had to think of our future, and now we’re very glad we moved. The layout of the unit is very good. We have built three houses from scratch, and while this might not be what we would design ourselves, the design is very good. “We now have a lot of open space, and tree views. We go for a walk each day, sometimes twice a day, and we see kangaroos and wallabies. We do see other people out walking, but it is very quiet and peaceful.” If you’re interested in McAuley Retirement Village, they are currently taking private tours. Call Brent on 0408 956 114 to make your booking today.

Now I’ve downsized, I’m living my best country life.

Book your private tour today.

Brand new boutique retirement village in Trentham. ! Sunlit two bedroom units ! Spacious, open plan living ! Superb location, amenities closeby.

Call Brent to ﬁnd out more. McAuley | Retirement Village 1 Bridge Street, Trentham

Brent Peters 0408 956 114 KN253057/K

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GemLife offers luxury resort-style living with world-class lifestyle facilities on your doorstep.

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No entry fees, exit fees or stamp duty Friendly community Pets welcome Gated neighbourhood Extensive first-class facilities Luxury homes Caravan and boat storage* Retain your capital gain Ageing-in-place solutions

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Over-50s living in the Macedon Ranges. New homes now selling.

*Conditions apply.

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Why choose CHRH as your care provider Do you need a little more help at home? Did you know that Central Highlands Rural Health provides government-funded Home Care Packages that are designed to help you live at home and be assisted and supported to continue doing what things that you enjoy in life? CHRH is based locally in the Macedon Ranges and Hepburn shires and is a proud provider of packages and a range of home care services to these local communities. Some older people may need a hand with shopping, personal care, nursing care or odd jobs around your home. CHRH is there to help. Their experienced and qualified case managers are there to ensure things are manageable for you. Why CHRH? The health service meets all the quality standards set by the government and has been providing packages for many years to the local community. Its care providers practice consumer-directed care and also have the Rainbow Tick to ensure they are respectful of the needs of LGBTIQ older people. How do you get a Home Care Package? The first step is to call CHRH and they can check to see if you are eligible for a government-funded Home Care Package. If you are not eligible but still need some assistance, they may be able to organise basic level services for you or offer you privately funded services. If you are eligible for a package, they can then help you with the My Aged Care registration process and provide you with information and advice. If you already have a Home Care Package, they can assist you to transfer your package to CHRH. What services can be provided with a Home Care Package? Firstly, CHRH must provide you with a level of case management that meets your needs. There is a charge for this depending upon the level of your package. There is also a fee for managing your package and both of these costs come out of your total Central Highlands Rural Health provides government-funded Home Care Packages that are package. The amount left over is for you to spend on care and services that you designed to help you live at home and be assisted and supported. want and need to help support you at home. While there are some restrictions determined by the government, the case manager is able to assist you to purchase whatever you can from your package and if you want - Small items of equipment to assist your mobility you can also continue your package to be able to purchase more services or - Domestic assistance and household tasks perhaps larger pieces of equipment. The types of services and items a package can - Home and garden maintenance buy are: - Meal delivery and preparation - Personal care or nursing - Podiatry, physio, massage and other therapies - In-home respite care, social activities and transport For all enquiries related to Home Care Packages, please call the Integrated Community

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HOME CARE PACKAGES & IN-HOME CARE SERVICES Phone Gabrielle Kirby | 03 5321 6595 or email: agedcare@hhs.vic.gov.au

KN253225

Hepburn Shire & Macedon Ranges

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What a stunner Located in a truly spectacular setting this property offers an unparallel opportunity to enjoy the very best of country living. With some of the best views of the district, this remarkable north facing home with mountain views provides the discerning buyer the prospect of creating an exceptional lifestyle. Just a few minutes to the heart of the ever popular Gisborne township, this elegant and luxurious property offers four bedrooms, two living areas, inground solar heated swimming pool with pool shelter and merbau timber decking veranda making entertaining

a pleasure. Internal features include separate home theatre with digital projector and 2.7m screen, double glazing to north facing windows, Western Australian hardwood flooring, ducted vacuum, ducted heating and cooling. The kitchen features granite benchtops, glass splash back and European stainless-steel appliances. Style and functionality are combined beneath the roof of this outstanding double storey with ample room for all the family. All this and more combined with a 180 degree view that will never be taken away from you.

Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Four bedrooms, home theatre, inground pool and much more on 1251m2 (approx) 26 Alcheringa Court, Gisborne $1,000,000 - $1,100,000 Raine & Horne Gisborne 5428 4007 / Ken Grech 0418 509 710 E: ken.grech@gisborne.rh.com.au

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A3 B2 C2

37 Bald Hill Road, Kyneton

A3 B2 C3

2 Hall Court, Kyneton

View

• Large family home situated a short drive from Kyneton • Unparalleled views surrounding the property • Great size kitchen with walk-in pantry and lounge room with open ﬁre • Land size 4.7 acres approx. • A COVID-19 contact form must be signed to a!end all inspections

View

• Immaculate home within walking distance to vibrant Piper Street • Open plan kitchen/meals with modern appliances • Three rainwater tanks plus solar panels • Secure backyard with garage • A COVID-19 contact form must be signed to a!end all inspections

By Appointment Contact Agent

For Sale $949,000 Web

rh.com.au/kyneton

By Appointment Contact Agent

For Sale $569,000 Web

Jennifer Pearce 0427 422 508

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Jennifer Pearce 0427 422 508

jennifer.pearce@kyneton.rh.com.au

Sold&Congratulations

A4 B3 C2

26 Castles Crescent, Kyneton

A4 B2 C2

298 Scobles Road, Drummond

View

• Impressive, spacious family home • Hostess kitchen with stainless steel appliance and supersized pantry • Fantastic undercover entertaining for your guests • Bonus one bedroom self contained unit under the same roof line • A COVID-19 contact form must be signed to a!end all inspections

Web

• Lifestyle property surrounded by established gardens • Duel dwellings for independent living • Ideal for a tree change or ﬁrst home buyer • Land size 1.1ha approx

For Sale $715,000 Web

rh.com.au/kyneton

Jennifer Pearce 0427 422 508

jennifer.pearce@kyneton.rh.com.au

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

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Jennifer Pearce 0427 422 508

jennifer.pearce@kyneton.rh.com.au

KN253116

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Kyneton 178 Mollison Street (on the axis of Piper, Mollison and Mair Streets) Ellim-Eek Circa 1874 & Circa 1906 - A Kyneton Landmark

Price $975,000

This rare example of an elaborately decorated Edwardian facade with a nineteenth century main body and 1906 additions provides a rare chance to purchase a vacant possession renovation/investment opportunity in the tightly held Commercial Zone of the ever popular Kyneton township. Featuring six rooms, all with timber floors and fireplaces, stunning stained glass throughout and the benefit of a large shed at the rear. Ellim-Eek has current planning approval and plans to develop the main building into a residence, the rear shed into a studio apartment, and a two lot subdivision subject to permit requirements. Frontage to Mollison Street 14.78m and Mair Street 33.07m. Land area approx. 488m2

View By appointment Sandi Barry-Mueller 0408 392 347 www.178mollisonstreet.com

Townhouse One at No 7 Mitchell Street

Price $845,000

Townhouse Two at No 7 Mitchell Street

Kyneton Superb Contemporary Townhouses in the Heart of Kyneton

Price $795,000

Townhouse One offers two good sized bedrooms, two bathrooms and a Juliet style mezzanine level that works perfectly as a study. The kitchen forms the centrepiece with large marble benchtop and high quality fittings, a wonderful open plan living/dining area with polished concrete floors and a vaulted ceiling. Carport and storage space.

View By appointment Sandi Barry-Mueller 0408 392 347 Peter Wood 0408 866 774

Townhouse Two has a galley style kitchen with striking stained black oak cabinetry and marble bench top. A beautiful lounge area, stunning light filled dining room with cedar French double doors from both the kitchen and courtyard. Upstairs offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Undercover carport and storage space.

www.7mitchellstreet.com

Mount Macedon 12 Clarke Street

Price $1,395,000 View By appointment Sandi Barry-Mueller 0408 392 347

KN253175

Architectural Design in a Magical Garden Setting Sited to make the most of a magnificent northerly aspect this home is sensational inside and out and is nestled into a tranquil manicured garden setting featuring a swimming pool and terraced lawns. Large open plan living with architectural angles and a soaring ceiling the home has floor to ceiling windows spanning the entire two levels to the north and the recently updated kitchen is a stunner. Two living areas, three/four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a separate one bedroom loft studio with bathroom and living area. Garage/ workshop and all town services. A paradise only minutes from the Macedon and Mount Macedon villages in a very sought after pocket down a quiet cul-de-sac.

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Rural village tranquility Rarely do blocks of land like this come onto the market. These elevated 10.92 acres (4.4 ha) within the Township Zone of Chewton, back onto the Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage and provide views of the district. Mostly bush, there’s a dam and over 1.5 acres of cleared land with several potential house sites. These four separate titles are being sold as one - try your own subdivision or create your own unique off-grid nirvana. Get away from it all but still an easy five minute drive to Chewton village or Castlemaine, this is a rare chance to have it all.

Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

10.92 acres - township zone in four separate titles 21-24 Henry Street, Chewton $379,000 Waller Realty 5470 5811

A Kyneton landmark This rare example of an elaborately decorated Edwardian facade with a nineteenth century main body and 1906 additions provides a rare chance to purchase a vacant possession renovation/investment opportunity in the tightly held Commercial Zone of the ever popular Kyneton township. Ellim-eek has the benefit of current planning approval and plans to develop into a residence and studio apartment at the rear with a two lot subdivision subject to permit requirements. The red brick facade features a row of ornamental gables crowned with griffins and finials and inset with panels of glazed tile work. At the northern end of the facade is a pointed roofed tower clad in decorative metal sheet, and its position near the end of Piper Street emphasizes the landmark role of the building being on the axis of Piper and Mollison Streets (formerly the Calder Highway). The building features classic Edwardian style distinguished by richly decorated street facades including original timber verandah and includes former 6 room residence with timber floors and a fireplace in each room. Frontage to Mollison Street 14.78m and Mair Street 33.07m. Land area 488m2.

Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

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Ellim-eek circa 1874 & circa 1906 178 Mollison Street, Kyneton $975,000 Keatings Real Estate 5427 2999

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Maldon

$489,000

6 Newstead Road, HILLSIDE COTTAGE AT ANZAC HILL

3A1B 1C

Just 7 years young, this spacious, charming cottage is positioned on a country garden of 980m2 with town services and picturesque vistas towards Maldon’s Long Gully and into the distance towards Mt Alexander. Just 600m from the historic shopping hub, this elevated cottage feels like its on the edge the rural countryside, but is conveniently right in the middle of town! The home features a cottage garden entry, front and rear balcony verandahs, 3 bedrooms with robes, a large bathroom with shower and luxuriously large bath, two toilets and a laundry with storage. There is a large open plan living-dining with an outlook, timber kitchen with stone bench tops, reverse cycle air, 9’ ceilings and timber ﬂoors. With Anzac Hill’s bushland wonders of ﬂora and fauna at your doorstep, endless hikes, rides and nature exploring is just part of the borrowed landscape to enjoy.

Fryerstown

$625,000

376 Vaughan-Chewton Road COOINDA - PICTURESQUE COUNTRY LIVING ON 6 ACRES WITH TOWN WATER

3A2B 4C

Located in the Goldfields village of Fryerstown on an elevated block overlooking the national park, this three-bedroom home guarantees peace, and quiet. The comfortable home features a living room with floor to ceiling windows, a brand new Coonara gas heater, ceiling fan, a parquetry floor at the front door, there’s a separate dining room and country-style kitchen with handmade Redgum benchtops, slate floor, 900mm oven, and plenty of storage. The central family bathroom has a shower & bath, there are three spacious bedrooms with the master having a walk-in robe and ensuite, laundry, and evaporative cooling throughout. Outside there’s a 9 x 5m shed with power and slab, fenced front garden, water tanks, double carport, dam, some mature gums, it borders Crown Land on all sides with views to the Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park and beyond. The property has sealed road access, mains water, and power and is an easy 12-minute drive to Castlemaine and closer to Chewton. This 2.5ha property is the ideal opportunity for those looking for more space yet stay close enough to town – a rare find!

COMMERCIAL RENTALS

INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT

George Clarke Place, 203-205 Barker Street:

Contact Agent

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

contact ofﬁce for details

Part 12 Langslow Street, Castlemaine

contact ofﬁce for details

Shops 1 and 3, 8 High Street, Maldon

$200 pw each + Outgoings

29 Main Street, Maldon

$330 pw + Outgoings

4A2B 6C

Backing onto the Welshmans Reef and Muckleford bush-land Forests, this picture pretty 20 acre parcel has a mix of grazing and bushlands, just about 7km from either Newstead or Maldon. The handmade earthen homestead has been cleverly positioned and designed for a sustainable country lifestyle that includes a north facing garden terrace with vine covered wires, wicking beds, and a netted fruit tree orchard that’s very established. Substantial and stylish, the home includes a living-kitchen-dining with all modern appointments, plus a Rayburn wood fire, Jotul combustion heater, soldi timber drawers, benches and great storage. There are 3 bedrooms and a study, robes, a mezzanine bunk, 2 bathrooms, laundry and a beautiful games/music room with feature hand crafted timber and glass doors, wood fire, built-in speakers and a full size Alcock and Thompson pool table to complete the scene of relaxation and play that also opens up to a paved area with outdoor fireplace. The property has a large dam, 75,000 litres of tank water, roof-top solar connection, solar hot water and a grey water system.

RENTALS WANTED

We are experiencing high demand for quality rentals. Please call

to speak with our Property Management team about leasing your

investment property.

Rob Waller Director

Tom Robertson Sales

Narelle Waller Director

Brooke Ginnivan Sales

Brett Tweed Sales

Nick Haslam Sales

Blasi Mulholland

Jennifer Bendeich

Jasmine Allan

Kirsty Mulholland

0418 571 130

0418 322 789

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

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Asst Property Manager

wallerrealty.com.au

KN253186

Welshmans Reef

Shop 6 and Ofﬁces 6 & 7

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A rare beauty A beautiful example of the period and set on 1021sqm, ‘Kilcunda’ offers a wonderful opportunity to own a beautiful period home in a prime location. Close to the botanic gardens and Mill precinct, schools, transport and a short walk to the town centre, the home has only had two owners and has been lovingly cared for. Recent improvements include rewiring, repainting and new floor coverings. Period features are evident with its decorative ceilings, large casement windows, tapestry brick fireplaces and original woodwork throughout. Beautiful as it is, the home has plenty of potential to further modernise, extend into a large family home or subdivide, subject to council approval. With a traditional floorplan with a twist, the home offers three-bedroom accommodation or two and a sitting room, lounge and separate dining room, kitchen in the centre of the home, bathroom with bath and separate shower and a large laundry with expansive built-in cupboards and toilet at the back. The front verandah has been tastefully enclosed to offer further options as a north facing sunroom, office space or large covered entrance. With the expansive use of glass and views of the garden, the possibilities are endless. The property is fully fenced, private and surrounded by greenery. A covered area makes for a delightful outdoor entertaining space and there is a carport and garden shed. A rare beauty, ‘Kilcunda’ presents excellent value for a property with so many options in such a desirable location.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Classic red brick Art Deco residence on 1021sqm 2 Myring Street, Castlemaine $615,000 Bendigo Property Plus Di Selwood/5447 4088

NEW LISTING

THE EASY ENTERTAINER

PRETTY AS A PICTURE IN PRIME CENTRAL POSITION

• Free flowing indoor & outdoor living spaces with spa & BBQ

• Gold rush era miner’s cottage with picture perfect gardens

• Zoned ducted heating, evaporative cooling & quality fixtures

• Two bedrooms, separate lounge & dining rooms with garden access

• Generous master & ensuite, two living rooms

• Fully fenced 725m2 allotment with off street parking

• Double remote garage, easy maintenance yard

MCKENZIE HILL

Inspect: CONTACT AGENT

9 Phyllis Crescent

Agent: Di Selwood 0488 148 358

$549,000

A4B2C2

MALDON

Inspect: CONTACT AGENT

9 Reef Street

Agent: Di Selwood 0488 148 358

$570,000

A2B1C1

NEW LISTING

OVER 55’S RETIREMENT LIVING

JUNORTOUN

AN EXCELLENT INVESTMENT

• Choice of 2 brand new 2-BR units

• Currently a dwelling & annex that houses Campbells Creek P/Office

• Both have double glazing, 2 toilets, RCAC and are NBN ready

• Option for two separate tenancies, residence and business

• Carport, water tank, garden shed and outdoor deck

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

• Access to park facilities plus community centre & swim spa

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

Inspect: CONTACT AGENTS

Units 140 & 144/761 McIvor Highway

Agent: Di Selwood 0488 148 358 & Kaylene Disher 0431 039 512

Unit 140 - $225,000 & Unit 144 - $215,000

A2B1C1

CAMPBELLS CREEK

Inspect: CONTACT AGENT

139 Main Road

Agent: Di Selwood 0488 148 358

$580,000

A3B2C3

Nathan Diss 0448 010 057

Di Selwood 0488 148 358

Kaylene Disher 0431 039 512

bendigopropertyplus.com.au

KN253053

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Your rural escape

This is a truly unique property on approximately 20 acres plus four acres leasehold with magnificent views across the picturesque Harcourt Valley, Mount Alexander and beyond. Secluded yet ideally located just 10 minutes to Castlemaine, 20 minutes to Bendigo and 90 minutes to Melbourne. The home features four bedrooms, master with ensuite and walk-in robe, open plan kitchen/dining, living area, family room and main bathroom. The beautifully appointed kitchen has stainless steel appliances, electric cooking, dishwasher and central island bench. Expansive north-facing full length windows flood the home with natural light and windows are double glazed. The central heating system, split system air-conditioners and hydronic heating provide the home with year round comfort.

The verandah and large undercover patio area are covered in the most beautiful vines, a perfect place for entertaining family or friends while taking in the breathtaking rural views. There are beautifully established rose gardens surrounding the home. The impressive shedding includes a four bay machinery shed with adjoining double carport and caravan-port plus another 40’ x 25’ workshop with power and water connected. A second double carport adjoins the home. Approximately three acres of vineyard is also included, containing 1500 vines of shiraz and producing up to 200 dozen bottles annually. There is a bore that supplies water to the vines and garden via an irrigation system. A 20,000 gallon rain water tank supplies water to the home. Potential for future subdivision STCA. An outstanding property that is sure to impress!

Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Country living with breath taking views on approx 20 acres 31 Gaaschs Road, Harcourt $1,175,000 Keogh Real Estate 5472 1248

www.keoghrealestate.com 21 HARGRAVES STREET CASTLEMAINE M: 0400 221 248 P: 5472 1248

NEW LISTING

1 HAMILTONS LANE, MUCKLEFORD

QUALITY RESIDENCE AND HUGE SHEDDING FACILITES WITH WORK FROM HOME OPTION

- Four bedroom home with adjoining one bedroom granny ﬂat - Two huge sheds with ofﬁce, kitchen & bathroom facilities offers tradesman work from home option - 2 acre allotment, just 6kms from Castlemaine Township

Off Muckleford Yapeen Rd, Muckleford South

- The perfect house site for farming or weekend enjoyment meets the minimum 40ha requirement to construct a dwelling. - Combination of cleared and timbered land with many established mature gums. - Ideally located just 10 minutes from Castlemaine

NEW LISTING

27 CRAIGIE STREET, HARCOURT

$595,000

130 ACRES - ROLLING HILLS OF PASTURE AND MATURE GUMS

NEW LISTING

$465,000

MAGNIFICENT ALLOTMENT WITH VIEWS TO MT ALEXANDER 2O ACRES (APPROX)

- Heres an opportunity to own a truly stunning piece of Central Victoria offered for the ﬁrst time after many generations. - Gorgeous parcel could potentially be a wonderful new home site (S.T.C.A). - Rich fertile soil, the land is mostly cleared with some mature gums and a creek. Power available.

34 BOX LANE, CAMPBELLS CREEK

APPROX 11 ACRES IN QUIET BUSH SETTING

- Gently undulating land + two dams - Positioned down a quiet laneway with local trafﬁc only - Ideal home site S.T.C.A - Situated just 5 minute drive to Castlemaine Township

$450,000

KN253131

COMING SOON...

NEW LISTING

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Covering the Macedon Ranges and Mount Alexander Shires

Circulated throughout:

Kyneton, Castlemaine, Gisborne, Malmsbury, Trentham, Woodend, Redesdale, Lancefield, Romsey, Macedon, Mt. Macedon, Metcalfe, Chewton, Harcourt, Newstead, Maldon, Taradale, Elphinstone, Campbells Creek, Guildford, Barkers Creek, Sutton Grange, Baringhup, Muckleford, Yapeen.

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 Mia Rowan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . turns 12 Ella Ralph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . turns 12

DISPLAY ADVERTISING DEADLINES Tuesday Issue: Booking and Copy — Noon Thursday prior. Friday Issue Cas. Mail: Booking and Copy — 4.30 pm Tuesday prior. Email: lbrew@midnews.com.au

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7 Kaiden Wilson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . turns 9

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9 Jax Reid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . turns 8 Indiana McKenzie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . turns 10

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 Lola Coppin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . turns 12

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Victorian Fox and Wild Dog Bounty collections resumed for regional Victoria yesterday. The bounty program has been extended until the end of November 2020. All collection sites will have at least one opening date between now and the end of the season. Hunters are encouraged to continue to collect fox scalps and wild dog body parts, while following coronavirus restrictions relevant to their area. Pieces can be frozen or air dried and submitted for reward at an alternative collection centre or when the suspended collection centres reopen, in line with bounty terms and conditions. For details, visit: agriculture.vic.gov.au/bounty

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Jenny Bowe has vowed to shave her head, number one all over, if she can reach her target of $500 for people struggling since the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Kyneton local Jenny Bowe will lose her locks to raise funds for those in need this summer. Ms Bowe has vowed to shave her head, number one all over, in December if she can reach her target of raising $500 for people struggling since the COVID-19 pandemic. "There are a lot of people who are out of work at the moment and having money trouble because of the coronavirus. I will be raising money for those people in need," she said. Ms Bowe will have donation boxes at various places around Kyneton including Kyneton Library, BJB Hair and Beauty in High Street Kyneton and Campaspe Family Practice, as well as at her own home: Unit 1/25 Yaldwin Street West, Kyneton. Donations can be made throughout October, November and December. All funds raised will go to St Vincent de Paul.

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KYNETON 3 Market St. CASTLEMAINE 29 Templeton St.

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WHEN TO BOOK Midland Express Tuesday Issue: 5 pm Friday Births and Deaths: 9.30 am Monday prior

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All private party classiﬁed advertisements MUST be paid for by cash/cheque/credit card BEFORE publication.

CLASSIFIEDS Colleen Plowman

I said to the man who stood at the Gate of the Year Give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown And he replied Go out into the Darkness and put your head into the hand of God That shall be to you better than light and safer than a known way. M.L. Haskins

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Dearly loved husband of Elizabeth (nee Gloster). Loving father of Beverley, father-in-law of Clem. Grandfather of Matthew and Sarah, Nikkolas and Hien, Scott and Sally. Great grandfather of Rachel and Emily. Such a dear, darling, funny dad. See you in our dreams.

09.02.1926 – 28.09.2020 Dearly loved husband of Elizabeth, loving father and father-in-law of Jennifer and George Streitberg, Beverley and Clem Peeler, Greg and Amanda Baeck, Geoff and Sue Baeck. Grandfather of 12 and Great Grandfather of 4. Rest In Peace. A Private service will be held. Please contact Tuckers for webcast link.

The family of Ruth Mavis Perry would like to thank you all very much for the cards, ﬂowers and kind expressions of sympathy shown following her passing. To the wonderful R M Begg staff for their caring of Ruth and to Dr. Lorna Stanley for her care and compassion. Please take this as my way of saying thank you to everyone who knew her. Owen R Perry

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Maureen Catherine Dans (nee Moloney) Died peacefully at Kyneton Bupa Aged Care on 29th September 2020 aged 82. Loving wife of George (dec), mother of Michael, Kerry, Wayne (dec) and Johnny (dec). Loved grandmother of 13 and Great Grandmother of 19. You will be sadly missed. A private funeral will be held tomorrow (Wednesday) commencing at 11.00am. To watch the service please visit the following link: https://www.rpcv.com.au/news-events/ stream/ The login username: funeral-access Password: MD07

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Loving son of Alan and Kathleen (both dec). Loving brother to Joan and Danny (both dec). All together again. Loved father and father in law of Stephen and Eva, Melinda and Kevin (dec), Alan and Rita. Loved Grandfather to Chloe, Renee, Darcy, Troy, Buddy and Deanna. Loved Great Grandfather. Forever in our hearts. A private funeral will be held.

Also, to Daniel Scott and the team at T J Scott & Son for your compassion and assistance in the beautiful celebration of Colleen’s life.

Deaths

Cecil Roy Cawthan

MEADOWS (Formerly; MALONEY) June May

Passed away peacefully on the 28th September 2020 aged 94 years. Beloved husband of Shirley (dec) for 69 years. Loving father and father in law of Glenda and Garry, Ruth (dec), Trevor and Alison, Ronald and Judy. Loved Grandfather of Adam and Jess, Leah and Ross, Fiona and Mitch, Jessica and Tom, Thomas and Laura, Luke, Kristie and Adrian, Emma and Marc and Great Grandfather of Alexis, Charlotte, Harvey, Louis, Eleanor, Charlie and Madeleine. A very special man. In our hearts and minds you will stay forever. Now reunited with Mum.

BOYER Margaret Jean

You were our amazing loved one, so good and so rare. When you were needed, you were always there. Your life was unselﬁsh, for others you lived. Not to receive, but for what you could give. A beautiful life with kindly deeds. With a helping hand to those in need. Always sincere in heart and mind, what beautiful memories you leave behind.

Aged 89. Late of Maldon. Formerly of Sunshine. Passed away on October 2nd, 2020.

2.5.1940 - 4.10.2014 We Love You And Miss You Every Single Day. Your loving husband Geoff and family. xo

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DOOLEY - Michael Died 9th October 2019

Special and treasured memories, as the sixth year passes. Your devoted wife Carolyn, amazing dad of Letricia, Stuart and Tamara Loved Maz of Craig, Katie and Brent. Adored Poppy of Jemma, Alyssa, Riley, Ebony, Sullivan and Harrison.

‘The only truly dead are those that have been forgotten’

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Employment

28.05.1926 - 06.10.2010 Ten years have passed and still the same. Not a day goes by we don’t speak your name Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day Unseen, unheard but always there Much loved and sadly missed Thinking of you today and everyday - Kaye, Robyn, Daryl and families.

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We are looking for a hardworking, honest and reliable individual that can work well as part of our team splitting and working with stone at our yard in Taradale. Previous experience not essential but you must be physically ﬁt, capable of heavy lifting and enjoy working outdoors. On the job training will occur. Full Time Position. Must send a resume. Please email to: peter.foster@yarrabee.com.au For further enquiries please call Pete 7 am – 3.30 pm Mon to Fri on 0427 639 042.

Livestock Kyneton 5422 1488 Castlemaine MAN looking for Dorper 5472 1788 sheep for grazing and pet. Ph 0418 696 608.

In God’s Care.

If you would like to watch the service, please visit Cec’s tribute page on the website of Mount Alexander Funerals.

CIOPICZ – Marian Passed away 9.10.2014

BEST - Geoff

Loving Wife of Lewis (dec). Proud and loving Mum of Colin, Peter, Glenda & their partners Cathy, Jillian, Henry (dec) & Daryl. Nana to Chris, Jenny, Tara, Paige & Shae. Great Nana to Mia, Zac & Zoe.

A private family service was held on Saturday 3rd October.

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We would like to offer a special thank you to the ﬁrst responders from the Malmsbury Youth Justice Centre, Ambulance Victoria and the Malmsbury and Kyneton Police for your tireless efforts and ongoing support during this time.

Deaths

And a very special thank you to all the neighbours of Cec, for helping him to stay at home for as long as he did.

Passed away peacefully at Latrobe Regional Hospital.

The community that surrounds us has wrapped us all in a massive hug and we are so very grateful for the phone calls, text messages, cards, ﬂowers and food that have been sent our way.

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Thank you to Dr Gary Moller, Mostyn Street Medical Clinic and all the staff at Castlemaine Health for their care of Cec.

Terence Alan Cox 24.4.1943 - 30.9.2020

We would like to thank our friends and family who have offered kind words, thoughts, prayers and support to us with the passing of our wife, mother and grandmother.

Michael, Jalna, Brent, Caleb, Erin, Shae, Chris and Blaire xo

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BAECK – James Blakeley 9.2.1926 – 28.9.2020

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Seeking childcare educators to work on casual basis with the potential for permanent employment. The occasional care delivery hours are Mon-Friday 9am-2pm , with children aged between 6 weeks-5 years old If you are passionate about early childhood education and care and would like to work within an enthusiastic and dedicated team, we would love to hear from you. Minimum Cert 3 qualiﬁcation required, Current First Aid qualiﬁcations, CPR training, anaphylaxis management training and emergency asthma training. Police check and WWCC also required. Experience working in children’s service desirable but not essential.

Notice of Castlemaine Farmers Market Annual General Meeting To be held Tuesday 27 October 2020 at 4pm Venue: ‘Wild Restaurant’ 26A Templeton Street Castlemaine ADVERTISEMENT

VOTE 1 ROSIE ANNEAR for Castlemaine Ward

Mawsons is a family-run business that produces quality construction materials throughout Northern Victoria and Southern N.S.W. We seek a capable person with great people skills, who is highly organised and conﬁdent.This full time position is supervising our concrete site operations at Castlemaine. Duties include: • customer sales • concrete batching • front end loader operations • concrete delivery • site administration • basic reporting & computer work • general site operational tasks Developing and maintaining effective business relationships with local customers is critical and you will need to demonstrate a genuine community engagement. Based in Castlemaine this role will cover Castlemaine and surrounding Mawsons concrete sites, so travel will be an expectation. Industry knowledge and experience would be advantageous – on the job training provided. You will need to be totally committed to safety and quality, supporting management to lead a safety ﬁrst culture. A heavy vehicle licence is essential, as is general truck driving experience. To apply Email resume and cover letter to: recruitment@mawsons.com.au (Please state job reference: CC005 on your application).

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Cemetery trust members are appointed by the Governor in Council for a term of up to ﬁve years and are responsible to the Minister for Health for the proper and eﬃcient management of the public cemeteries under the control of the trust, including the provision of future cemeteries services and the preservation of local history. Being appointed to a cemetery trust provides successful applicants with a unique opportunity to develop their competencies as a board member. In addition, the Department of Health and Human Services provides free governance training to all trust members. Current and previous cemetery trust members may apply for reappointment as part of a competitive selection process.

OPEN every day this week - demolition reclaimed building materials, old red pavers, corrugated iron, windows, doors, plumbing, electrical, timber, Oregon hardwood, huge amount. Ph Karl 0422 564 878.

More information about the role of cemetery trust members is available at: https://www2. health.vic.gov.au/public-health/cemeteries-andcrematoria/cemetery-trust-appointments/class-bcemetery-trust-appointments To register your interest please contact the Malmsbury Cemetery Trust as follows within two weeks of the date of this advertisement: e. mct3446@gmail.com

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Mistake M istake g good ood n news ews Mistake, ridden by John Allen, wins the Porter Plant BM64 Handicap from Delpoys Alone on the outside, and Coronel obscured on the inside. Photo: Pat Scala/Racing Photos. Bill West Mistake usually means something is wrong, but the Kyneton-trained galloper with the unusual name made plenty of punters happy last week. The lightly raced five-year-old from the George Osborne stable enhanced his reputation of sprinting well first up, and winning a $35,000 BM64 1000m event at

Ballarat in a very tight finish. Mistake resumed after a break of four and a half months, interspersed with a couple of handy jump outs. Osborne selected the Ballarat race as an ideal one for Mistake, and he was well supported as a $4.20 second favouite. The trainer was pleased to see a soft 7 track, and Allen positioned his mount near the lead and defied all attempts to

run him down. Under strong riding, Mistake fought on strongly to win by 0.1 of a length from Deploys Alone, with Cornel a close third. It was the closest finish of the day, and Allen enhanced his good strike rate on Osborne-trained gallopers. Three of Mistake's four wins have been when he has been produced fresh, with total stake earnings now totalling $65,600.

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The Central Highlands pennant bowls 2020-21 season will proceed, with significant changes in format. With the COVID-19 pandemic lingering, the management board and club delegates have thrashed out a workable format to ensure Saturday pennant proceeds, with the first round of pennant scheduled for October 31 - subject to confirmation. The major changes to Saturday pennant will be drop in player numbers from 16 to 12 players in divisions one and two, and a cutback from 25 ends to 21 across the board for both Saturday and mid-week pennant. "There's challenges ahead for sure, and it's important for bowls to continue to be enjoyable," re-elected Central Highlands chairman Ian Ball commented at last week's annual meeting. Acknowledgement was made of the death of a number of bowlers, including life member and former president David Clements, since the 2019-2020 season finals were completed. The chairman, and secretary-treasurer Ian Guymer outlined the need to adopt the

Woodend cricket Woodend Cricket Club held its annual meeting last week by digital means. Ronan Hume was elected for a further term as president, with Chris Large vice-president. Steve Rollinson is secretary, and Andrew Price continues as junior cricket co-ordinator. Warren Else, Jess Horan, E. J. Whitton are on the general committee, with power to add. A highlight was the conferring life membership to John Mackintosh. The Woodsmen ar busy preparing for the new GDCA season at both senior and junior level, with new players welcome.

proposed changes proposed by the board, and club delegates recognised the logic after some probing discussions. Outgoing office-bearers were prepared to continue, with the only director replaced being Desma Budd (transferred to Kangaroo Flat). Her position was filled by former CHBD president Dorothy Evans, from Gisborne. Max Bruton (Trentham) continues as deputy chairman. Other directors are Colin Schmidt, Gary Dickenson and Sue Holmes. The match committee comprises John Evans, Gary Dickinson, Stephen Taylor and Michael Linehan. Terry Kelly is again pennant secretary, and Bill West public relations officer. Ian Guymer (Macedon club stalwart) was congratulated on being elected to fill one of two permanent positions on the Bowls Victoria Board. He had previously held a temporary position on the board, and was chairman of the sub-committee looking at bowls restructure across the state. Social distancing rules (1.5m separation) are expected to still apply, with a constant watch being made to any impending changes. It was acknowledged that some clubs

DeJongâ€™s medal Favorable spring weather is enticing large fields to Trentham Golf Club.. Blustery winds arrived for Saturday's monthly medal event with 62 players turning out, and the medal went to C-grader Mike DeJong with 94-27-67. He edged out B-grade winner Roger Cripps 83-16-67 on a countback. Brenton Payne topped A-grade with 767-69, and other nett 69s came from Marc Merigan, Bob Penrose and Max Pearson. The mid-week monthly medal event attracted a field of 68, and C-grade winner Gerard Hughes carded 102-30-72 to clinch the medal on a countback fro B-grader John Sadler 88-16-72. Ron Winzer was best in A-grade with 87-13-74.

Woodend golf There was a tie between Alan McInnes and Grant Davies in Woodend Golf Club's monthly medal event on Saturday. Each returned 85-16-65, with Warren Else hot on their heels with 75-9-66. Next best were Denis Barker 83-15-68 and Glen Mayne 99-31-68.

Lancefield golf Ian Guymer has been elected to the Bowls Victoria board of management. may be without several players who are in an older age bracket, and are "playing safe" as far as the pandemic is concerned.

Romsey golf Ambrose field participants seemed to have an enjoyable afternoon, judging by the cheering and laughter as they moved around the Romsey golf course on Saturday. Eventual winners were Andrew and Mitchell Clement with 69-4.5-64.5, from Mitch Atlas and Joshua Squire 83-15.75- 67.25., It was much more somber in the quarterfinals of the annual W. E. Tom 4BBB, as a couple of high handicappers parred the first few holes to give their opponents quite a scare. The more fancied teams eventually came out on top. One match went to the 21st hole before Tony Lakey and Hugh Williams prevailed.

A play-off will be necessary to determine who wins Kyneton Golf Club's monthly medal for October. The best anyone could come up with on Saturday was a nett 72. Pete Robins took out A-grade with 80-872, from David Moore 83-10-73. Glenn Cook topped B-grade with 84-1173 from Ross Foreman 91-14-77, and Louis Thompson was best in C-grade with 97-2573. Robins and Thompson will play-off for the medal next month. Julie Harris won the ladies event with 10530-75. Nearest the pins were Josh Murphy (also super pin), David Moore, Julie Harris, William Dodd, Denise Murphy and Foreman on the 18th. Grandmothers' trophy day last week resulted in a win for Bron Dwyer with 34 stableford points, from Deb Kohlman 32. The non-granny winner was Robyn MacRae with 37 points, from Grace Parkinson 30. Over nine holes, 45 handicap markers Teaote Davies 21 points and Vicky Malcom 11 filled the placings. Judy Quick was NTP. Mark Sciberras (handicap 6) had 33 points in the men's stableford on Wednesday, with Terry Gamble 30 and Noel Alldis 29 next best.

Results: S. Williams - D. Kenney lost to Lakey -Williams on the 21st; R. Walker - K. Hocking lost to J. Patton - M. Squire 2-1; M. Mottrsm - S. Wilkins d C. Mensworth - J. Freestone 7-6; A. And J. Laing lost to R. Davies - S. Donovan 6-5. Robert Slade was welcomed to lat Wednesday's two-person Ambrose, and players handled the recently cored greens well. Volunteers continue to work on many aspects of the course, with little disruption to play. Roger and Darlene Baker returned 78-9.25-68.75 for a clear win from Hugh Williams - Rbert Slade 86-10.5-75.5.

Lancefield Golf Club's monthly medal day on Saturday failed to produce the low scores some had anticipated. B-grader Andrew Hall took out the medal with a round of 85-14-71. The A-grade winner was Mason Memmello with 87-7-76, and Steve Draper led in the C-graders with 96-21-75. Peter McGill, one of the club's most consistent players, took out the men's mid-week stableford with 34 points. Come and try Golf can be great fun, and Lancefield Golf Club is about to stage an enjoyable clinic for ladies who would like to learn the basics of the game. The come and try clinic is spread over three Thursday mornings -- October 15, 22 and 29, from 10am to 11am. COVID-19 virus has meant many who would welcome a relaxing and fun environment may have been unable to participate in a sport in recent months, but the opportunity is there now. All ages welcome. Call Di Brennan 0407 013 510 or Kaylene Richmond 0447 364 497 for further information.

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