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Roads across the region over the Easter long weekend looked unrecognisable to Macedon Ranges Highway Patrol officers out on patrol as part of Operation Nexus, as Victorians followed requirements to stay at home. Sergeant Mark Stephenson said the statewide road policing operation was aimed at reducing road trauma in conjunction with broader Operation Sentinel checks to ensure people were adhering to the direction of the state's chief health officer designed to stop the spread of coronavirus. "As well as our usual road policing that we do over long weekends, we went into further questioning of people about their purposes for being on the road, especially if they were from further away," Sgt Stephenson said. The local highway patrol unit issued 34 tickets to drivers across the Macedon Ranges over the four-day period, including five charges for drink and drug driving, two impounded vehicles and five infringements for failing to comply with the direction of the chief health officer. "Despite the reduction in traffic on the road we did observe some higher level offending over the weekend, although there were no reportable collisions so we were stopping people before road trauma occurred," Sgt Stephenson said.
Leading Senior Constable Brett Magrath of the Macedon Ranges Highway Patrol patrols local roads as part of Operation Nexus. Photo: Brian Wilson, ietsystems.com.au
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An army of volunteers has been working behind the scenes to sew gowns, caps and masks for Castlemaine doctors to ensure they are well protected and ready to tackle the coronavirus crisis. A grateful Dr Richard Mayes and Dr Dominic Blanks of Castlemaine's Lyttleton Street Clinic described it as a "massive effort". "We have had loads of Personal Protective Equipment donated to our clinics, including 100 head-to-toe gowns from a local forensic cleaner," Dr Mayes said. "Rewells Mower Service has made us fit-for-purpose protective face shields and our dedicated healthcare teams have been working around the clock to source extra equipment from local hardware stores. "Friends of staff have also turned into
'MacGyvers' creating protective gear out of all sorts of creative resources. The response has been absolutely amazing." The clinic has also had washing machines donated to enable doctors to wash their PPE on site to protect their families and local dance studio Movement Zone offered the use of its space for their recent flu shot clinic so healthy patients 65+ wouldn't need to visit the medical clinic. Castlemaine Parkrun donated a defibrillator to have on hand at the flu clinic and local restaurants and cafes have been donating coffee and food to support their team. Dr Blanks said the three local medical clinics were meeting twice weekly with Castlemaine Health via video conference to discuss their needs and to work on strategies. "Castlemaine Health put out the call they were out of testing swabs and within half an
hour Mostyn Street Clinic had 12 delivered," Dr Blanks said. "Botanical Gardens Health were running short on gowns and we had just had 50 delivered here so we sent them straight up to our colleagues at Botanical Gardens Health. We are working to support each other." Dr Mayes said all three medical clinics had set up separate testing facilities to enable them to see patients with respiratory, fever or COVID-19 symptoms away from fellow patients and staff. The doctors have also adjusted their roster at Castlemaine Health to have a backup doctor on call and are aiming to have doctors working in dedicated areas such as aged care, urgent care and acute to minimise the movement of people and therefore the potential for any spread. Dr Mayes said they felt incredibly fortunate to have had time to prepare.
"Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom didn't have that time," he said. While the local doctors are prepared for a wave of cases they are hopeful that the current trend will continue and community members will heed the messages to stay home and stop the spread. "One health worker commented that we are not the frontline, we are in fact the last line of defence. The community is on the frontline and we need you to take the messages seriously and do your bit to help us win this battle," Dr Mayes said. If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms the doctors urge you to phone your GP for advice. "We are trying our best to keep the clinics and hospital 'clean', so it's vital community members help us continue to do this by making contact first before presenting at a clinic or the hospital," Dr Blanks said.
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Deputy State Coroner Caitlin English handed down her finding into the death of Echuca grandmother and Yorta Yorta woman Tanya Day on Thursday last week. Ms Day had been travelling from Echuca to Melbourne on a V/Line service on December 5, 2017, when a conductor noted she was asleep. Failing to rouse her he assumed she was under the influence of alcohol or drugs and asked the train driver to call police. The 55-year-old was removed from the train at Castlemaine Railway Station and placed in custody at the Castlemaine Police Station where she fell in a cell and struck her head suffering a left cerebral haemorrhage. When police discovered her injury she was rushed to Bendigo Health and later airlifted to St Vincent's Hospital where she died 17 days later. Ms Day's family had called on the coroner to consider whether systemic racism had been a factor in the indigenous woman's death and whether an offence of negligent manslaughter may have been committed by the police officers overseeing her incarceration. The finding, which followed a 15-day inquest late last year, was handed down in a closed court and live-streamed to family, concerned parties and media due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Coroner English has referred the matter to the Director of Public Prosecutions. The coroner said she accepted expert medical testimony that earlier medical intervention would have only given Ms Day a 20 per cent chance of survival and had she survived she would have incurred some form of permanent brain injury. However, she felt an offence may have occurred due to the failure of police to adhere to the half-hour welfare
check protocols. Coroner English also questioned why a falls risk assessment and preliminary blood test had not been undertaken as Ms Day's blood alcohol concentration alone was grounds for hospitalisation. She said Ms Day's death could have been prevented had she not been taken into custody and reiterated her earlier advice to the state government ahead of the inquest that the offence of public drunkenness be decriminalised. Coroner English also made recommendations that Victoria Police Manual Rules and Guidelines be amended to include a falls risk assessment for those affected by alcohol, drugs or illness; a review of training and education be undertaken regarding the findings and recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody; training regarding mandatory requirements of persons in police care or custody; training regarding medical risks regarding people affected by alcohol and that Victoria Police request the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission conduct a review of the compatibility of its training materials. Coroner English recommended V/Line training materials include input from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community to reduce the impact of unconscious bias in decision making and the training material be reviewed by the commission. The coroner also recommended that the Department of Justice and Community Safety review the current model for the Aboriginal Community Justice Panel as to its effectiveness in providing protection for Aboriginal people in custody and clarify its services with both Victoria Police and the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service.
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Coronavirus COVID-19 update
Council’s initial relief measures
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A State of Emergency has been declared until 11 May 2020 to manage coronavirus (COVID-19). Staff are continuing to deliver essential services and support our community, staff and volunteers within the directives from government and health authorities. We have launched a dedicated email to help residents during this challenging time. Contact covid19@mountalexander.vic.gov.au to find out more about what we are doing in response to COVID-19 or for referral to partner organisations and agencies who can help. For updates on Council services visit www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/coronavirus. Please stay at home and follow the advice to minimise the spread of COVID-19. Look out for each other and check in on your family, friends and neighbours. For more information call the coronavirus hotline on 1800 675 398 or visit www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus.
Council has announced some initial relief measures to help the community and local businesses manage the impacts of COVID-19 including: • A one month extension on the due date for the fourth rates instalment, to 30 June. • Establishment of a Council COVID-19 financial hardship policy. • A temporary hold on following up unpaid animal registrations (due 10 April). • Payment to suppliers as quickly as possible in weekly payment schedules. • A reduction of commercial rents in Council-owned buildings until 30 June 2020, for businesses significantly impacted by COVID-19. Visit our website for more information.
Provision of Tree Maintenance Services Contract M1496-2020 Castlemaine Market Building Conservation Works Stage 3, Contract M1498-2020 Playspace Construction - Stanley Park North, Harcourt Contract M1499-2020 Tenders are invited for the above contracts. Tender documentation is available from Council’s website under Tenders and Quotations. Tenders close at 2.00pm on Wednesday 6 May. Please direct enquiries to Andrea O’Grady, Procurement Coordinator, on 5471 1724. Darren Fuzzard, Chief Executive Officer
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Council is giving pet owners until 30 June to pay for pet registrations. Residents must still ensure their pet is registered. Council has sent renewal forms to pet owners.
Have your say on the revitalisation of Norwood Hill Recreation Reserve, located on Maclise Street in Castlemaine. The reserve has a well-used playground, cricket practice net, fenced courts, barbecue, picnic setting and public toilets. We want to hear how the community uses the reserve, your favourite features and ideas for improvement. While we are unable to arrange a face-to-face session at the reserve we invite your feedback via an online survey at www.mountalexander. vic.gov.au/HaveYourSay or call Kim Whitehouse, Project Officer, on 5471 1700. The survey will close on 15 May.
Local food relief Local volunteers, community groups and organisations have established a community pantry to provide food relief for local residents in need. The Mount Alexander Community Pantry is a centrally coordinated food relief system. It offers prepared meals and food packages in the absence of a local foodbank. To access meals or food packages, contact the Mount Alexander Community Pantry Intake Coordinator on 0472 537 866, email mtalexcommunitypantry@gmail.com or order online at www.cch.org.au/communitypantry.
Support local business Council urges everyone to shop locally to keep every dollar in our shire. Find a list of businesses offering takeaway, delivery or online shopping options at www.maldoncastlemaine.com.au. Find out about support for businesses at www.business.gov.au or www.business.vic.gov.au.
Free business workshop Many businesses are facing difficult decisions at this time. Join a free online financial fundamentals workshop as part of Council’s small business workshop series. The workshop will be held from 6.00pm to 8.00pm on Monday 20 April via Zoom. Register at www.bit.ly/MtAlexBoxOffice or contact Eva Parkin, Economic Development Officer, on 5471 1805.
Update from CHIRP CHIRP Community Health can offer support and advice to help you get through these challenging times. Call them on 5479 1000 every weekday during business hours (except public holidays).
Help stop fruit fly Council is calling for residents to act now to help prevent a widespread outbreak of Queensland fruit fly (QFF), following the first confirmed report in Castlemaine. Please check monitoring traps and gardens for the pest – they are small brown flies with yellow markings. Keep an eye out for grubs or larvae in fruit or vegetables, remove unwanted fruit from trees and pick up fallen fruit off the ground. A monitoring program has begun around Greenhill Avenue as part of the QFF emergency outbreak plan. If you suspect you have QFF contact Council on 5471 1700. See photos to help identification at www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/FruitFly.
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COVID-19 related cyber threats are increasing. Be wary of suspicious or COVID-19 related emails, messages and phone calls claiming to be government agencies. Cyber criminals try to trick you into providing sensitive information. If you receive a phone call requesting information or payment simply hang up the phone and contact the relevant institution, if appropriate.
Municipal Building Surveyor – full time, fixed term. Closes Sunday 19 April. Public and Environmental Health Officer – part time, ongoing. Closes on Monday 20 April. Audit and Risk Advisory Committee Member – fixed term – three years. Closes on Monday 27 April. For more information or to apply visit our website.
End of the fire danger period
Council meetings
The Fire Danger Period ended for our shire on 23 March. Residents can now burn off without a permit but are required to register their fire with the Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority (ESTA) on 1800 668 511. Find out the requirements and more information at www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/FirePrevention.
The next meeting is scheduled for 6.30pm on Tuesday 21 April at the Civic Centre. Watch the live broadcast via YouTube by searching Mount Alexander Shire Council.
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Customer and Visitor Services - The Customer Service Centre and Visitor Information Centres are closed to the public. Contact us by phone, email or lodge a customer service request via our website. Call 5471 1700 or email info@mountalexander.vic.gov.au. Works and maintenance requests - We have a reduced capacity in our Works Unit and are dealing with as many requests as possible. Road hazards are the priority, followed by maintenance tasks. Waste services - Bin collection is running as usual. Please delay non-essential visits to waste facilities in Castlemaine and Maldon. Heavy items and mattresses are not accepted at this time. For more information visit www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/wastemanagement. Playgrounds and community facilities - Parks and reserves remain open for essential activities such as exercise within public gathering rules. Public playgrounds, skate parks and BMX parks are closed. Aged Care Services - Council is working hard to support the most vulnerable members of our community. We have made some alterations to services based on advice from health authorities, and are continuing to share service updates with clients, carers and families. Contact our Community Wellbeing Team on 5471 1766 with any queries. Maternal and Child Health Services - Immunisations for children up to six years are continuing by appointment only. Speak to a nurse on 5472 1364 before visiting the centre.
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If you want a crime novel or a classic, just ring 54706298 (between 11am – 5pm) and the books will be cleaned and waiting for you when you knock at the door (215 Barker St. Castlemaine), or brought out to your car. If you want something else, first check if we have it listed on www.abebooks.com.au or email joycesanders@bigpond.com for further enquiries. If you are unsure what you want, you can browse through our shop’s many topic catalogues (go to “Sellers” on abebooks’ site). We are still working, and the books are still here waiting for you!
Two vehicles were involved in a crash on Woodend-Tylden Road on Monday when trying to avoid a kangaroo. It appears one car braked to avoid hitting the roo while the other vehicle, a 4WD towing a trailer, could not brake in time and rear-ended the other vehicle. There were no injuries to either driver. The roo was unfortunately not avoided.
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A 32-year-old Denver man has had his vehicle impounded and will face court for drink-driving after being intercepted in Tylden on Good Friday. The driver returned a breath alcohol concentration of 0.202. The man told police his excuse for driving under the influence was that he "had to get some cigarettes". His vehicle was impounded for 30 days, at a cost of $1475, and he will be summonsed to court at a later date.
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Childcare centre planned for Kyneton
An application has been lodged for a childcare centre for up to 88 children at 1319 Market Street, Kyneton. Applicant Thoroughbred Constructions seeks to construct the 860sqm centre with five activity rooms and an outdoor playspace. The site drawings incorporate 10 car spaces on site, including one for disabled access, and seeks to waive the requirement for an additional nine car spaces that exist within nearby and fronting street parking.
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Macedon Ranges Council's eight kindergartens will reopen for term two this week with some modifications due to the coronavirus pandemic. Four-year-old kindergarten sessions will resume on Thursday April 16 and will be free for the term following the announcement of a Victorian Government support package for the sector. The funding will support kindergarten programs and jobs and will ensure that children can continue to access education opportunities. Term two will begin with two pupil-free days, as a planned pupil-free day in May has been moved forward to Tuesday April 14 and an additional pupil-free day has been scheduled for Wednesday April 15. Staff will use these days to plan a new kindergarten program for the term and exploring models for delivering remote learning. Chief Executive Officer Margot Stork said all kindergartens would reopen, however, it was understood some parents may choose to keep children at home. "We'd like to assure parents that we will hold the places for any registered child
Our new #InThisTogether campaign is our way of helping support the wellbeing of the community at this challenging time. We’re also finding innovative ways to deliver services and programs while Council-run centres are closed. Keep an eye out for #InThisTogether across our social media channels and on our website. Join the conversation by using the #InThisTogether tag on social media and help us spread the positive stories of residents, groups and businesses doing great things. To find out more, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
Support for residents and businesses A new support package will assist residents, businesses and community groups feeling the impact of the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. The new financial support measures include:
Debt collection activities on 2019/20 unpaid rates and outstanding amounts ceased on 17 March. They will remain halted until 30 September 2020
Through to 30 September 2020, interest will not be charged for overdue rates or other payments
Penalties for late payment of 2020/21 animal registrations that are due by 10 April will not be applied until 30 September 2020.
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Residents, businesses, staff and sporting clubs can also:
Improve cash flow by requesting earlier payment, rather than Council’s 30-day
Crash at Carlsruhe
Emergency services were called to the scene of a car upside down in Five Mile Creek at Romsey last Friday. A male driver aged in his 20s was driving on Tickawarra Road about noon when he suffered a suspected medical episode and his car left the road, veered into the creek and flipped upside down. The man was able to exit the vehicle and was taken to Royal Melbourne Hospital for observation in a stable condition with minor cuts and abrasions.
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We are here for you The pandemic is having a far-reaching impact on our community, and Councillors and staff are thoroughly committed to supporting you through this time of uncertainty. There are a range of options available for those facing financial hardship and this includes the ability to defer payments and enable flexible payments.
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A man was airlifted to hospital after his ute hit a tree at Carlsruhe last Tuesday afternoon. The 65-year-old Pipers Creek man was travelling north on Boundary Road just before 2pm when he misjudged a slight bend in the road and his Ford ute hit the tree head-on. The man was not wearing a seatbelt and suffered injuries to his chest and face. He was flown to the Alfred Hospital in a serious but stable condition.
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whether the child attends kindergarten in term two or not," Ms Stork said. As well as four-year-old sessions (15 hours per week), the council provides three-year-old kindergarten programs (2.5 hours per week). Due to a drop in attendance last term, and the likelihood attendance numbers will be low this term, Council will not run three-year-old kindergarten programs in term two. "Families of registered three-year-old children who would like their children to attend kindergarten should contact the early years unit to discuss their needs," Ms Stork said. "We may be able to accommodate some of these children within our fouryear-old kindergarten programs in term two." There will be no students on placements, parent helpers, excursions, faceto-face meetings with parents or parent committee meetings until further notice. Parents should contact staff members via phone during term two should they wish to discuss their child's progress. For details, call 5422 0333.
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A helping hand
The Mount Alexander Community Pantry has been created to supply food to those in need during the crisis.
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Other organisations are providing donations or in-kind support including Bendigo and District Aboriginal Co-operative, Bendigo Foodshare, Central Victorian Primary Care Partnership, the Lions Club, Mount Alexander Shire Council, Mount Alexander Disability Advocacy Group, Rotary Second Bite and SuperCold Coolrooms. "It's been fantastic to see so many organisations and groups come together and create this service so quickly," said Emma Shannon, CVPCP prevention and planning manager. "The Salvation Army is used for providing food relief packages," said Captain Annita Allman from The Salvation Army. "With an increase in demand for food relief, it is great we've been able to create a system that can be coordinated in a sustainable way for the duration of the COVID-19 crisis." To access pre-prepared meals or food packages, contact the Mount Alexander Community Pantry intake coordinator on 0472 537 866, email mtalexcommunitypantry@gmail.com or order online at www.cch.org.au/communitypantry Pick up can be organised from the Church of Christ on Blakeley Road in Castlemaine or delivered between 10am -1pm the following day. Please call the central number to register before attending. Mt Alexander Community Pantry will also be operating in Maldon, with deliveries of frozen meals on Tuesdays and Fridays. The groups are also calling on community members to donate to the new service through PayPal if they are in a position to do so. "If you can help please call or email us for details," Ms Shannon said.
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Local volunteers, community groups and organisations are working together to provide food relief for residents in need in Mount Alexander Shire. The newly created Mount Alexander Community Pantry is a centrally coordinated food relief system that aims to provide assistance in the absence of a local foodbank. Castlemaine Community House manager Martyn Shaddick said everyone had been impacted by COVID-19 and many people were finding it difficult at the moment. "Some people have lost their job or regular income, and others may not be receiving the same levels of support due to things like social distancing rules," Mr Shaddick said. Volunteers, community groups and organisations have worked quickly to set up the Mount Alexander Community Pantry to offer prepared meals and food packages. Nalderun coordinator Kath Coff said it was time to come together as a community, a giant family. "It's time to come together. Like we do as Aboriginal people. It is also time to adapt and deepen support for each other and focus on what is the same," Ms Coff said. The Castlemaine Church of Christ and Maldon Community Centre have donated their space to use for storing, cooking and packing of foods, under strict hygiene standards. Volunteers from the Church of Christ, Castlemaine Community House, CHIRP Community Health, Maldon Neighbourhood Centre, Nalderun, The Salvation Army, St Mary's Parish and St Vincent de Paul have been recruited for packing, kitchen and delivery duties.
Gisborne volunteers are helping deliver fresh food and supplies to elderly residents as the state continues stage three self-isolation precautions to curb coronavirus. Local residents Annie Irwin and Jill Doyle formed Gisborne Helping Hands to provide those over the age of 70 with more options to avoid leaving their homes and putting their health at risk. "We are beginning to understand the importance of staying at home, however, we have also discovered that many senior citizens may not have someone close by to help with shopping for essential items," Ms Irwin said. "Even though our wonderful supermarkets are open and some are offering designated hours for seniors, we are worried about people leaving their homes." The volunteer service aims to assist those in need with delivery of essential items such as groceries and prescriptions to the home. The team has also developed informative flyers with details of businesses that have begun contactless home delivery to encourage people to stay at home. Volunteers are also available to chat to people over the phone if they are feeling worried or lonely in these uncertain times. Many volunteers have signed up to assist. All have working with children checks or police checks and adhere to social distancing and hand hygiene protocols. Those seeking to use the service can contact Gisborne Helping Hands on 0418 468 327.
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School may look different this term but Sacred Heart College at Kyneton is encouraging staff and students to inject fun into their new online learning experience. Principal Dr Darren Egberts said staff had worked hard over the past four to six weeks to prepare for remote schooling from home amid state-wide coronavirus precautions. “A variety of electronic platforms will be used to support this new learning environment, some of which will be subject-specific,” Dr Egberts said. “We have put in place a range of wellbeing options for students to support them in these very challenging times including daily and weekly video conferences with their homeroom teachers and class. “Sacred Heart College is also encouraging students and staff to think about activities that will add life and humour to the world of remote learning. We look forward to a virtual talent quest, quizzes, funny photos and other activities to brighten the day.” While there will be some changes to the way VCE is delivered and new timetables are introduced across the state, many students remain positive about their final year at the college. Working to complete his final year of VCE, Jonathon Knox Dettmann said he was feeling optimistic about making efficient use of his class and study time with some “little stresses” like travel removed from his routine. “One of the biggest differences of having to complete year 12 VCE via online schooling is now students have far more choices about how and when we study,” Jonathon said. “At the moment I am feeling really positive about this, although the main struggle I have found is staying connected and social with my friends… Obviously it’s a new and different form of schooling for most of us so
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Rosemary Cameron and her husband Don. the doctors introduced a different medication that spun him totally out of control, ending in a desperate call to 000. He was taken to hospital and then admitted to a mental health unit. He has never returned home. Fourteen years since the first changes, he is in permanent care, unable to walk or talk and very passive. I visit him most days and have learned not to judge him by his symptoms, but simply love him for who he is. I do this, while knowing that dementia is a terminal disease and all my love will not bring him back. The Woodend Lifestyle Carers meet fortnightly at the Woodend RSL in Anslow Street, and weekly for coffee on Wednesdays at The Chamber in High Street, Woodend. Meetings are currently suspended due to the coronavirus but enquiries can be made by calling 5420 7132. Although located in Woodend, the group is for the whole of the Macedon Ranges and its neighbours.
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In this ongoing series detailing the hardship and heartbreak of caring for someone with dementia, Woodend Lifestyle Carers Group's Rosemary Cameron tells her own story of caring for her husband Don. For the first 40 years of my marriage I thought I was the luckiest girl on this earth. I had a wonderful husband who was always so positive, happy, hard working and always made time for family. We did most things together including running a business, and never tired of each other's company. He encouraged me to do things that I would never have thought myself capable of and yet somehow he saw it in me. Then in 2006 I noticed subtle changes in him; he was quieter and worrying about little things. Over time he doubted himself, lost confidence, struggled with problem solving and started to repeat things. I noticed what I thought was depression. Following several opinions from doctors, the consensus was 'stress'. I thought that strange; he wasn't the stressful type. As time went on, he became irritable about little things, and often became angry with me. This brought about a huge change in our relationship. I couldn't understand why the man I had known since I was 12 years of age could turn on me like this. Finally after six years of decline and no answers, I managed to get a referral for him to the Memory Clinic in Bendigo. A diagnosis of Lewy body dementia was given. My husband could not accept this, so the word dementia was dropped from our vocabulary as it would cause him anger. Symptoms also associated with Lewy body dementia are hallucinations, paranoia, anxiety, agitation and aggression. It was devastating to see him changing so rapidly with these symptoms, all of which he had no power over; it was an illness, not a choice. As there was no manual supplied with diagnosis, I was rapidly trying to find coping tactics while trying not to become hurt or angered by his actions. My beautiful husband was literally turning our house upside down. Most of the time he didn't know who I was; he assumed I was robbing the house, or trying to kill his beloved wife. In his mind he was trying to protect me, but in fact was physically fighting me, not knowing who I was. He was very fit and constantly trying to escape. I had to deadlock us in the house or he would be miles away in minutes. He kicked out wire doors, broke inner doors, removed door handles, and was constantly trying to hoard goods and hide them from the 'murdering robbers'. At night he would wake about 15 times, would pull everything out of his cupboards and strip the bed (with me in it). I would try to calm him and not let him get between me and the exit door so I had an escape if needed. I locked us into our bedroom and ensuite so I knew where he was at night, and dozed next to him with keys on me. He was living in a nightmare that he couldn't escape. During this time we became very isolated. I contacted Woodend Lifestyle Carers Group shortly after its formation, and gained an enormous amount of emotional support. I was exhausted, couldn't get respite or even help within the house as people deemed him as dangerous. We existed this way for a further two and a half years until 2015 when
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Council is delivering the workshop in partnership with state government - Small Business Victoria. The 'How to keep the cash flowing' workshop will take place on Monday April 20 from 6pm to 8pm via Zoom. To book for the free session visit www.bit.ly/MtAlexBoxOffice. Council will also host an online workshop in May to help businesses with crisis management and recovery. The workshop will be facilitated by Sally McDonald, a communications and government relations professional with a passion for small business resilience. Ms McDonald's extensive work supporting economic recovery following the 2009 Victorian bushfires led to her coauthoring several resources to guide small businesses and regional business communities through the crisis planning, response and rebuilding journey. Details, including how to book, will be available soon at www. mountalexander.vic.gov.au/BusinessResources.
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Bells ring in solidarity positive response. St George's is the only church in Trentham with a bell; if St Andrew's and Mary Magdalen's churches had one, they would be rung as well. AT WOODEND Vicar in charge of the Anglican Parish of Woodend-Trentham, Rev Melissa Clark, is ringing the bell at St Mary's Woodend twice a week, including for 10 minutes at 7.30pm each Wednesday. Rev Clark commended the Trentham churches committee members on their initiative. She said daily bell ringing as a sign of solidarity in these difficult times had become popular in Europe, particularly in France. The bell at Castlemaine's Anglican Church on Agitation Hill is also being rung every day and the Presbyterian Church at Gisborne plans to join the initiative. The churches in Kyneton had hoped to take part but the only church bell - belonging to St Paul's Anglican - is currently out of order. Glenda Holmes, chair of Trentham TCCC, pictured ringing the bell at St George’s 33 times on Good Friday, symbolising the age of Jesus when he died.
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The bell outside St George's Anglican Church in Trentham is being rung 12 times at noon every day in these difficult times of lockdown and anxiety. With concerns about the worldwide coronavirus pandemic impacting so many, the initiative has been taken by the Trentham Combined Churches Committee in an attempt to provide a symbol of comfort and hope to townspeople. "Whether you believe in God, or not, it shows somebody cares," explained committee secretary Peta Sherlock. "We hope it gives a message of comfort to our town, especially as we have had to curtail the activities we do as combined churches including the Good Friday Walk, which combines prayers, hymns and a short history of significant places in Trentham." Usually the bell is rung at noon each day by a different person from each of Trentham's three churches. Bob White's expertise in bell ringing proved valuable in teaching others to master the procedure -- it's apparently not easy for novice bell ringers to get exactly 12 rings each time. The sound of the bell can often be heard over a kilometre away, and committee members are pleased with the
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A respiratory assessment clinic has been set up in Kyneton Hospital's old ambulance bay. The new clinic will strengthen the hospital's response to the coronavirus outbreak, allowing staff to safely assess patients who present with risk factors or concerns about the virus. Patients will not need to enter the hospital's main entrance, instead accessing the clinic through a door to the old ambulance bay where they will be met by staff skilled in the management of the virus. Central Highlands Rural Health CEO Maree Cuddihy said the hospital's trained nurses were receiving 30-40 calls a day and testing about eight to 10 patients. "Our existing facilities were coping with these numbers but the new clinic means we are better equipped to deal with the possibility of an increase in the coronavirus should the worse happen in our region," Ms Cuddihy said. Ms Cuddihy praised local businesses
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Normally, on Good Friday, fire stations across the region are bustling with life as volunteers converge to raise funds for The Royal Children's Hospital. While COVID-19 restrictions couldn't allow for the tradition, this year's collection took the form of a virtual tin shake. Tallies are still being finalised but, as it stood on Monday, Gisborne Fire Brigade ranked as the top virtual tin in the region raising an impressive $5469.41. Gisborne Good Friday Appeal ambassador Mark Carter said that although times were tough community generosity came shining through. "This year has been challenging for everybody and yet people are still willing to donate to this great hospital," he said. "We will be back again next year under better circumstances to support and collect for this fantastic appeal." Collection tins were placed at various businesses around town leading up to the appeal and collected $1100 while the virtual tin raised $4,369.41. For the Woodend Fire Brigade, it was the first time in 40 years members were not hitting the streets for the annual collection but their virtual tin still brought in $4086. Generous donations extended beyond Friday and brigade members commented that the Woodend community "has stepped up" for the cause. Other fire brigades also proved the region's giving spirit: Riddells Creek raised $2530, Castlemaine: $2007, Romsey: $1685, Macedon $1450, Taradale: $1236, Tylden: $1221, Mia Mia:
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Input is being sought for improving the natural environment around Bunjil and Howey creeks in Gisborne. Gisborne Landcare has partnered with Macedon Ranges Shire Council and Melbourne Water to create an Environmental Management Plan for the creeks and is inviting community feedback. "There are some areas along the creeks that have good quality native vegetation and some areas that are completely covered in weeds," Gisborne Landcare president Jackson O'Neil said. "Our vision for the project is to help us plan and prioritise where to remove invasive weeds and restore native vegetation.
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We are also offering a huge menu as single serve and family size meals. We have vegetarian, vegan & gluten free options. Plus essential grocery items. PICK UP, TAKEAWAY & HOME DELIVERY.
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Open: Monday to Saturday 11am - 8.30pm Sunday 11am - 3pm Home Delivery available 4.30-8.30pm Minimum purchase $35 & an $8 delivery charge. Must be within 10kms. Payment by EFTPOS only.
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3339 Harmony Way, Harcourt www.harcourtvalley.com.au
223 Barker Street Castlemaine www.tasteoftheorient.com.au
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KN249988
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Boost resilience and lower stress
At Healing Well, Chinese medicine and naturopathy continue to offer excellent health services through online connection, to assist with all issues related to optimal health and wellbeing. Particularly at this time the clinic is focusing on:Supporting your immune system - Boosting your stress resilience - Optimising your digestive health as much of your immune system is in your intestinal tract - Decreasing anxiety - Improving sleep Some general tips include: Taking a break from around the clock news and information overload. Ensure quality sleep with good sleep hygiene practices such as dimming lights at nighttime. Support your nervous system by not indulging with sugar, caffeine and alcohol. Ensure exercise if possible such as 45 minutes of walking five days per week. Support is available for all aspects of health including immune balance, children’s health, general respiratory issues like colds and coughs, women’s health and hormones, conditions of inflammation such as arthritis. Online consultations to support your health are now available, offering - Access to personalised herbal medicines - Effective home strategies - Telehealth, Zoom, Facetime or phone options available. Boost your health and book today! *See advertisement for contact details.
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The pharmacy’s Facebook page is being constantly updated with the latest news and offers with staff members uploading as many gift-related products as possible to make it easier for you to #stayhome, but still celebrate special occasions with gifts, or to simply treat yourself. They are also working in conjunction with local medical centres, with the option for your prescriptions to be faxed straight to them, eliminating the need to come in store if you opt for home delivery. No request is too big, or too small!
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Cnr. Mostyn and Urquhart Sts., Castlemaine
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The friendly staff at Woodend Pharmacy want you to know that as an essential service they will be there to help the community throughout the COVID19 pandemic and beyond. The pharmacy is currently offering free home delivery for all of its customers, whether you need prescriptions, gifts or a treat for yourself. The team is committed to ensuring you will continue to have access to exactly what you need, despite the current circumstances.
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OPINIONS
SUPER QUIZ?
Fifth exception?
Chris Bromley, Malmsbury
Local knowledge (1 point) 1. Which Riddells Creek based group has been sewing scrubs, caps and gowns for local healthcare workers? 2. What is Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s hashtag for its community campaign launched as we face the coronavirus pandemic? 3. Which local radio station is seeking Anzac stories for a new segment? 4. Which playgroup has coordinated a letter writing group to connect with the elderly across the Macedon Ranges?
(3 points) 5. Name one of the four books recommended for isolation reading by Express staff last week.
General knowledge (1 point)
6. What was the name of the town featured in ABC’s first season of TV series Struggle Street? 7. What do the following have in common: Dreamworld, Kosciusko and Blue Sky Mine? 8. In what decade did US crooner Frank Sinatra die? 9. Which of the following came first: post-it notes, glue stick, liquid paper or sticky tape? (Bonus point: which came last?)
(3 points) 10. Name one person who appears on the current Australian five dollar bank note. (Bonus three points: name them both)
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Janine Mc Dougall, Riddells Creek
While self-isolation can be challenging, spare a thought for the refugee and asylum seeker men from Manus Island currently detained at high risk of COVID-19 transmission at the Mantra Hotel in Preston. More than 60 of these men are confined to one secure floor of the motel, some having been left in limbo after the medevac laws that would have allowed them medical treatment in Australia were repealed. One of the men, Moz, an Iranian, suffers from chronic asthma. More than 1180 health professionals (The Age, April 2) have called upon the government to release these men from this high-risk environment. Those of us who believe in a fair go for all ought do the same. Health and safety is a basic human right, to deny it to certain groups is inhumane and unjust.
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I am confused as to the definition of 'essential travel'. As a resident of Malmsbury, should I drop a fishing line in my local river during my morning exercise / dog walk I will be liable to a fine of $1652. I accept that, in the community interest, when I drive to Kyneton for essential shopping, I may be pulled over by police and questioned as to my purpose. On May 2 however, I will apparently be permitted to drive hundreds of kilometres with one mate (in the back seat presumably to ensure social distancing) to small communities in rural Victoria, and spend my time standing in a swamp shooting native birds. Is this apparently 'essential' activity the fifth exception to the 'Stay at Home' rules, or is it that duck shooters are a protected species in Victoria? Surely to goodness it is time to cancel the duck season not only for 2020, but permanently, if only because of travel restrictions relating to coronavirus. The impact of the drought and bushfires on already declining bird numbers should, of course, have been reason enough.
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Recently I had the necessity to contact the local access and support service provider at Mount Alexander Shire regarding an elderly resident whose nearest family member living on the Sunshine Coast was unable to travel down to solve the problem due to the coronavirus. A big thank you for the wonderful, outstanding and passionate service shown this resident from the provider. I am a resident looking out for another resident and I was able contact this service and always received a reply including afterhours contact. This department of the shire provides a very valuable service for the elderly, thank you to those who know who they are for being there and helping out. In this case you went above and beyond your duties to achieve a successful outcome.
A positive outlook
Emmanuelle Dubuc and Benjamin Dubuc-Timson, Walmer I feel so sad to see the selfish and greedy behaviour of some many people in this crisis but let's not forget that many others are doing the best they can. In this difficult time I often find myself spending time in nature, thinking of all the harm we have done so far to this beautiful planet we call home. We have lost ourselves in the busy life of the modern world, not knowing the damage that is done to nature outside our main
busy schedules. I can't help myself but to think positively about the corona crisis as nature is finally having some precious and well-deserved respite time. The sky is now blue in China, dolphins are playing with the people of Venice and they have come back in the port of New York, air pollution has declined dramatically, and people are feeling a sense of belonging and community around the world like never before. Is it possible that we can all live in harmony with one another, species of Mother Earth singing for a new beginning?
Strength and courage
Tania Maxwell MP, Member for Northern Victoria, Derryn Hinch's Justice Party I will not speak directly to the decision of the High Court, but want to acknowledge that many survivors of sexual abuse will be feeling very distressed about last week's George Pell decision. To all survivors, I say thank you for having the strength and courage to come forward and allowing yourselves to be brave and vulnerable. Your courage will help others to come forward and expose the abuse they have experienced. No abuse can ever be excused, and nor should it. The suffering that victims endure is for many a life sentence, secretly held within the confines of the trauma they experienced. No survivor of sexual abuse should ever have to go through the agonising pain of not being believed, or validated. To all victims I urge you to continue to speak out against those who abuse you. This is the only way it can help to stop abuse and prevent it from happening to others. I want to send my heartfelt sympathy to all who were awaiting a different outcome from the appeal.
Interesting ideas
Wally the Wombat, Hepburn Ian MacBean in his Trexit letters raises some interesting ideas, although he must be mad to want to come to Macedon Ranges. What we need is a wide-ranging review of municipal boundaries. The rest of us have had enough of the Gisborne tail wagging the Macedon Ranges dog. How people in Melbourne who draw lines on maps can talk about communities of interest beats me. Sunbury wants out of Hume. Wouldn't Sunbury, Diggers Rest and Gisborne make a logical dormitory municipality (and a good buffer for the more rural parts of our shire)? If Hepburn was to be broken up like MacBean suggests - surely Creswick is really a suburb of Ballarat - then what happens to Daylesford? Including Daylesford and Trentham into a restructured Macedon Ranges would maintain relative population numbers. It would also have geographic continuity and reinforce lifestyle and tourism commonalities. Is there anyone out there with the wit to make something like this happen? Don't know if wombats can get the coronavirus so its back to the burrow in case.
Being thankful
Jill Loorham, Castlemaine As my small country town grinds to a halt, I wallow in my bed with a cup of tea. Hardly a motorist has passed by my house on this Saturday morning and it's already nine o'clock ... A lone magpie calls a welcome to the glorious autumn day. Oh, if only life could always be like this.
A fairer world
Bryan Young, Castlemaine With apologies to Latin masters may I
Angela Crawford (Editor)
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quote this school requiem: Latin is a language As dead as dead could be First it killed the Romans Now it's killing me. Likewise the modern version is; Neoliberals make the call All things public must be small Wait! there is a wake up cry Choose small, or life itself for all.
Life in hard times
Wendy Hebbard, Woodend People are saying times are tougher and going to get worse due to the coronavirus. My tough times in my long life ... Born in the Great Depression. What my mum told me - WWII memories. Polio epidemic. Ron in irons. Korean War. Vietnam War - agitation about the ballot. "The recession we had to have" - Paul Keating. GFC lost quite a bit of money. Coronavirus - right now. When I was a girl my brother and I had few toys. We kept stamp albums and wrote a few childish letters. As a family we never had takeaway or went to cafes. Fish and chips a couple of times per year. We scarcely ever went to paid entertainment. Our holidays were camping in tents and how wonderful and healthy those summer weeks were! We were lucky. Scouts, guides, junior red cross, gymnasium, elocution lessons and piano. We played in the street until our mum called us in for tea, or until it got dark.We did our homework on the dining room table or listened to the radio. There was routine in our lives even during the war years. Life was simpler then and we were lucky enough to have good parents and stable lives, except for the fear of war. Today's coronavirus threat is a source of anxiety to many. Oldies have to try to stay at home. When springtime comes we'll feel differently.
Thank you all
Christine Henderson, mayor, Mount Alexander Shire Council Facing a global health pandemic is something I never imagined. Not many of us have. We’ve all had to make big changes as we live by new hygiene and physical distancing standards. Council is continuing essential services like maternal and child health, immunisations, meals on wheels and supporting our vulnerable clients. Road maintenance, bin collection and planning services are running, and our parks and gardens staff maintain our beautiful open spaces that we enjoy during our daily exercise. Staff are working with local business, community groups and food markets to develop new ways of doing things under strict public health standards. This work is essential to keep our local food supply, relief and the local economy going. We know we are in it for the long haul, and have announced some early measures on rate relief. Staff and councillors are also looking at how we can support the community and deliver services in creative ways, alongside local health services, emergency services, community groups and volunteers. Alongside the efforts of federal, state and local governments, I see inspiring work being done by our community. People are helping and supporting each other. Neighbours are checking on those living alone to make sure they have some form of connection and support. Thanks to all who are involved in these initiatives. Working together is how we’ll get through this.
Super Quiz answers: 1. Ranges Rescue. 2. #InThisTogether 3. MAINfm. 4. SPICE. 5. Circe, Before the Coffee gets Cold, So You’ve been Publicly Shamed, or Boy Swallows Universe. 6. Mount Druit, NSW. 7. All are songs by Midnight Oil. 8. 1990s. 9. Sticky tape (1930). Bonus point; post-it notes (1974). 10. Sir Henry Parkes and Catherine Helen Spence.
MIDLAND EXPRESS
Tuesday, April 14, 2020-19
Express property
Impressive and inspirational
Sitting in a most sought-after established location, this land offers the astute buyer an outstanding opportunity to build the home they have always dreamed of. The generous-sized parcel of land 1220m2 with a majestic oak tree gives you the choice of building your ideal forever home. Within walking distance to the school precinct, medical centre, hospital and the thriving township of Kyneton and a short walk to historic Piper Street. All town services are available. Neighbourhood Residential Zone. This one is not to be missed.
HOME ESSENTIALS Property: Residential land in town, 1220m² Address: 31 Wheatley Street, Kyneton Price: $370,000 Agent: Raine and Horne Kyneton Contact: Jennifer Pearce 0427 422 508
16 Regent Place, Kyneton - $300,000 We have on offer a prime commercial development site, which is available for sale. The property is located within proximity to the Calder Highway and other major road networks. The subject property has an array of development potential.
162 Mollison Street, Kyneton - $440,000 We have on offer a prime opportunity to acquire a tenanted-investment located in the heart of Kyneton. This property presents well and has a long-term lease emplace and would be suited to the astute investor.
COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE
KN250033
NO SALE, NO CHARGE GUARANTEED
Ashbourne 28 Casey Road Ballinfield on 16.03 Ha (39 Acres)
Perfectly sited at the end of a long, winding driveway and with distant views to Mount Macedon, Ballinfield is an outstanding small scale working farm and lifestyle property. Surrounded by wonderful woodland gardens the double brick home offers a country style kitchen, 3 good sized bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 light filled and beautifully cosy living areas. For more details visit www.28caseyroad.com
Kyneton Townhouse One at No 7 Mitchell Street
Superb Contemporary Townhouse in the Heart of Kyneton
Offering two good sized bedrooms, upstairs bedroom with beautiful timber flooring, WIR & bathroom and a Juliet style mezzanine level works perfectly as a study. The second bedroom is at ground level with robe and main bathroom. The kitchen forms the centerpiece with high quality fittings flowing on to a wonderful open plan living/ dining area with polished concrete floors and a vaulted ceiling. Carport and storage space. For more details visit www.7mitchellstreet.com
Kyneton Townhouse Two at No 7 Mitchell Street
Superb Contemporary Townhouse in the Heart of Kyneton With a more formal feel, the kitchen is galley style and has 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 dining to the north facing outdoor entertaining courtyard. Upstairs offers accommodation of two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Undercover carport and storage space. For more details visit www.7mitchellstreet.com
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Price $1,195,000 View By appointment Peter Wood 0408 866 774
Price $845,000 View By appointment Sandi Barry-Mueller 0408 392 347 Peter Wood 0408 866 774
Price $795,000 View By appointment Sandi Barry-Mueller 0408 392 347 Peter Wood 0408 866 774
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Tuesday, April 14, 2020-21
Inspection by Appointment Only
Inspection by Appointment Only
McKenzie Hill | 41 Mckenzie Way DOWNSIZER DREAM HOME OFFERS GREAT SPACE AND STYLE!
| $525,000 Campbells Creek | 28 Moscript Street | $459,000 3 J 2 E 2 L SUPER NEAT BRICK HOME WITH LARGE LEAFY GARDEN AND WORKSHOP! 3 J 1 E 2 L
Located in the heart of popular McKenzie Hill this brand new three-bedroom home is luxurious and stylishly appointed. It offers its new owner the chance to enjoy low maintenance living on this compact 400m2 allotment. The home offers three large bedrooms all with built in robes and the master bedroom has a walk-in robe and ensuite bathroom. There is a double remote-controlled garage with direct access to the house, a large open plan living a dining area and a well-appointed central kitchen. There is a walk-in pantry, 900mm gas cooking, Caesar stone benches, and great storage. Energy efficiency is covered with double glazed windows, solar boosted hot water and a rain water tank. There is a private outdoor living space, and level fenced garden. Love downsizing without the compromise!
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Castlemaine | 86 Forest Street LIVE, WORK AND INVEST IN THE CBD
| $550,000 incl GST Maldon | 32 Franklin Street 3 J 1 E 4 L GORGEOUS COUNTRY HOME OFFERS STYLE AND MODERN LUXURY
Former RSPCA auxiliary house-store is now surplus and is offered for sale offering a prime commercial/ residential site in the heart of Castlemaine’s expanding commercial footprint. The property features approx. 762m2 land (15.3m x 50.2m) which is level and has rear access. The home is in good condition and offers 6 main rooms, some decorative ceilings and features, toilet facilities, and small storage rooms. There is good colour-bond fencing, and a ramped access pathway to the front door. Offered for sale vacant possession, the property would suit medical rooms or a variety of commercial uses or redevelopment STCA.
Set on a level 690m2 garden with a north facing rear, this Victorian styled brick residence is new and beautifully finished. Located in Franklin Street, it is in a quiet precinct so close to the shops, school, local bush-walks and sporting options. The home is light and bright, and feature 18.6 Squares of luxury living. The property is fully fenced and secure, features a traditional double carport with concrete floor and lock-up garden store room. If you are after a country home that is easy to live in and enjoy a great lifestyle, contact us for an inspection.
WALLER REALTY VALUES THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF ALL ITS CLIENTELE, STAFF, FAMILIES AND CONTRACTORS, DURING THE CORONAVIRUS WE CAN ASSIST AS FOLLOWS: • Rental maintenance, please email or call • All our Sales and Rental listings are online: wallerrealty.com.au • Our staff are available on phones, email and Private Inspections • Our offices are now closed to the public for everyone’s safety, but please call and you will be assisted. • We are operational and here to provide you with our continued professional service • Follow our Facebook and Instagram pages BENDIGO 03 5406 9988 bendigo@wallerrealty.com.au | CASTLEMAINE 03 5470 5811 sales@wallerrealty.com.au MALDON 03 5475 1055 maldon@wallerrealty.com.au
Rob Waller 0418 571 130 DIRECTOR
Tom Robertson 0408 596 871 SALES
Leah Panos 0419 116 904 SALES
Brett Tweed 0417 564 697 SALES
Nick Haslam 0418 322 789 SALES
| $645,000 3J 2E 2L
Brooke Ginnivan 0447 751 516 SALES
RESIDENTIAL RENTALS
15a South German Road, Maldon 42a Doveton Street, Castlemaine 42 Richards Road, Castlemaine 6/9 Baird Street, Castlemaine 31 Danns Road, Harcourt 14 Lowther Street, Maldon 53 Elizabeth Street, Castlemaine 313 Barker Street, Castlemaine 60 Maldon Road, McKenzie Hill 333 Mulberry Lane, Lockwood South
1 Bed, 1 Bath 1 Bed, 1 Bath 3 Bed, 1 Bath, 2 Cars 3 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Car 3 Bed, 1 Bath, 2 Cars 4 Bed, 2 Baths 3 Bed, 1 Bath, 3 Cars 3 Bed, 1 Bath, 2 Cars 4 Bed, 2 Baths, 2 Cars 4 Bed, 2 Baths, 6 Cars
COMMERCIAL RENTALS
Office 6, 205 Barker Street, Castlemaine Shop 7, 203 Barker Street, Castlemaine Shop 6, 203 Barker Street, Castlemaine 10 William Street, Castlemaine 12 Langslow Street, Castlemaine Shops 1, 3, 4/8 High Street, Maldon 29 Main Street, Maldon 21-25 Main Street, Maldon 6 Main Street, Maldon Shop 2, 26 High St Maldon (The Grand)
Narelle Waller 0408 571 131 PROPERTY MANAGER
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167 Barker Street, Castlemaine Vic (03) 5470 5811 | 30A Main Street, Maldon (03) 5475 1055
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$120 pw + GST + Outgoings $210 pw + GST + Outgoings $240 pw + GST + Outgoings contact office for details contact office for details $200 pw each + Outgoings $330 pw + Outgoings $450 pw + Outgoings contact office for details $780pcm + Outgoings
Beth Bayliss PROPERTY MANAGER
Laura Miller PROPERTY MANAGER
KN249987
Inspection by Appointment Only
In a quiet locale, set back from the street, this neat & tidy 3 bedroom brick home sits amongst native gardens on a 1014m2 deep block with the added benefit of a huge shed. Inside the home, there’s a comfortable lounge, kitchen/diner with large sliding doors to the huge entertainers’ covered deck overlooking the garden and beyond. There’s a bathroom with bath & shower, separate toilet, laundry and two of the bedrooms have built-in robes. The home has a gas heater, split system for heat and cooling and the entire house is in perfect condition. Outside the low maintenance garden has a gazebo, native beds, room for a veggie patch and is well fenced. The 7mx10m Colorbond shed has a concrete floor, power and wood heater, with separate workshop space. A fully fenced yard, 1.5 KW solar system, carport and paved driveway complete this neatly presented home. Offers ideal options for downsizers, first home buyers and investors alike.
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HOME FOCUS
COUNTRY CHARM AND CONVENIENCE
This level 0.95-acre block in the 'township' zone of Newstead is ripe for subdividing (STCA) and the property on it is ready for a complete renovation. Located close to the arts hub on the outskirts of town overlooking farmland, the classic miner's cottage is in poor condition but has three bedrooms, bathroom and kitchen. It is connected to mains power, water, sewer and has recently been re-stumped. An easy 15-minute drive to Castlemaine, 25 minutes to Maryborough; popular Newstead boasts a primary school, pub, cafes, shop, butcher and pool. This is the perfect small-scale development project or weekender project with country charm and convenience.
HOME ESSENTIALS Property: Renovator or developer’s delight on 3840m2 (0.95-acre) town block Address: Lot 1, 8 Creswick-Newstead Road, Newstead Price: $295,000 Agent: Waller Realty Contact: 5470 5811
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A4 B2 C2 View
27 Bever Street, Malmsbury Secluded Lifestyle Property on 2.69 Acres Approx.
By Appointment Contact Agent
This luxurious country home offers much more than just comfortable living, with its scenic views to surrounding countryside on a 2.69 acre approx. parcel of land it really captures the beauty and essence of country living. Gas log fire, double glazed windows, 3.3 solar plus well insulated will keep the house pleasant and enjoyable all year round. This beautifully designed home includes master bedroom with walk in robe and ensuite, second and third bedrooms with built in robes, study, open plan living area, hostess kitchen with pantry, cloak room and laundry with mud room. Separate living at each end of the house that allows mingling in the middle but separation when desired. A great shed to tinker and abundant room to create gardens and maybe a veggie patch or two. Walking distance to a Melbourne line train station and local shops and amenities (General store, Post office, Pharmacy, Pub, Bakery, Coffee shop, primary school, gardens). Independent water supply (50,000 litres) The choice to interact or isolate.
For Sale $975,000 Web
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Jennifer Pearce 0427 422 508
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7 Campaspe Drive, Kyneton
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• Classic weatherboard home • Well established gardens with private and secure back yard • Great location, close to all Kyneton has to offer • Land size 734m2 approx
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• Low maintenance brick veneer home • Boasting floor heating and reverse cycle split system • Picturesque views to the Campaspe River • Close to train station and all Kyneton has to offer
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
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(Top) The new station in 1957. (Above) Some of the brigade members today.
Celebrating 75 years of history
The Gisborne Urban Fire Brigade is celebrating its 75th birthday this year alongside the CFA. At the end of October 1944, following meetings with the chief officer and deputy chief officer of the Country Fire Brigades Board, the town brigade for Gisborne and New Gisborne was established. The approved brigade was set up with 15 men and others as reserve members. In October 1945, a letter was sent to the authority urging consideration of building a suitable fire station for Gisborne. It would take several years before a site was obtained at the corner of Brantome and Hamilton Streets. The brigade's AGM in October 1956 was attended by 25 members and received news from the authority of a new 450-gallon tanker truck to be stationed in Gisborne for use in an emergency in any part of the region. Completion of the station was ahead of schedule and was officially opened on Friday April 26, 1957 by Harold Kane, MLA. Lifelong members Bruce Harker and Tom Ritchie said they remembered a lot of key milestones for the brigade. "A couple of milestones stick out for me, one has to be our successful running team, which was formed in the late 60s," Mr Harker said. "And also the building of our current station and group headquarters in 1984 following the devastating Ash Wednesday fires in 1983." "I remember the purchase of the brigade's first community owned tanker in the late 80s," Mr Ritchie said. "The brigade has achieved so much over the last 75 years." The brigade today now has roughly 50 members with 30 of them active and regular firefighters. "We average 200 calls a year," brigade captain Sam Strang said. "I think the biggest change throughout my nearly 30 years in the brigade, is our
community engagement and fire safety. "We have moved in a positive direction other than just fighting fires, we now prevent fires through educating kids at school visits and other community visits," Lieutenant Bevan Moody added. "Also our fire safety messages through digital platforms and our strong relationship with local media play a big part in the overall picture of firefighting. "The evolution of our vehicles and fire equipment has come a long way, especially now with our state-of-the-art medium pumper. "Another significant piece of history for our brigade was our involvement with the Black Saturday fires, not only on the day but also the weeks following. "Many members at the time received the National Emergency Medal for their involvement in the campaign," Mr Moody said. The brigade has had at least eight members over the years go on and become senior operational staff for the CFA. "Bill Johnstone is an operations manager, Noel Heddington went on to be an acting chief officer, Rowan Luke is currently an assistant chief officer, Alan Bennett went on to be back then an RO (regional officer), Matt Gardiner is a commander I believe in the Kerang area, Alan Ranken is now a commander and John Athorne went on to become a ops manager and is now retired," Mr Harker said. "To have at least seven Gisborne members go on to become senior managers within the authority is quite impressive I think." A copy of the brigade's history book Two-0-Two A history of the Gisborne Fire Brigade, which was published in 2010, can be obtained free of charge from the brigade. The book also highlights the rich history of Gisborne and its people in general. If you would like a copy message the brigade's Facebook page or call 5428 2596 and leave a message.
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Get reading in ISO ... If you’re looking for a way to stay entertained in self-isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic, why not get lost in a good book? Below are four Midland Express staff picks.
Something political ...
Something inspired by history ... Recollections of a Bleeding Heart: A Portrait of Paul Keating PM Don Watson
Burial rites Hannah Kent
2011 anniversary edition, nonfiction, 832 pages Read the award-winning and bestselling biography that famously ended the friendship of former Australian prime minister Paul Keating and his speechwriter and confidant, author Don Watson. Based on his diaries from the time, Watson takes the reader on a journey of four years inside the PM’s office and into the heart and mind of the nation’s leader. This anniversary edition includes a candid afterword from the author. Was it a love story or an act of betrayal? You be the judge …
2013, historical fiction, 336 pages A gripping tale inspired by the true story of the final days of a young woman accused of murder in Iceland in 1829. Agnes is charged with the brutal murder of her former master and is sent to an isolated farm to await execution. The family is horrified by the thought of Agnes’ stay but soon begin to learn another side to the sensational story they have heard. Kent’s stunning heartfelt prose makes for one compulsive read.
Something space-bound ...
Something uplifting ... Eleanor Oliphant is completely fine Gail Honeyman 2017, fiction, 336 pages Eleanor Oliphant struggles with appropriate social skills and tends to say exactly what she is thinking. Her life is carefully timetabled to avoid unnecessary human contact and her weekends are punctuated by frozen pizza, vodka and chats with her mum. But all of this is about to change when she meets Raymond - the bumbling and deeply unhygienic IT guy from her office. Witty and uplifting, this book is daringly funny with the perfect measure of light and dark.
In this time of coronavirus lockdown, Kyneton Massage and Hypno Therapies is now becoming simply Kyneton Hypno Therapies, and even the hypnosis that therapist Marianne Pattinson will be doing is now online, via Skype. Hypnotherapy is an effective way to achieve healthy lifestyles, especially for weight loss and quitting smoking. It is a safe and inexpensive means to enable you to have more control over lifestyle choices. It works by eliminating cravings for unhealthy foods that most overweight people have. Weight-loss hypnotherapy helps to boost your metabolism and makes you want to exercise more. It works by placing you in a deeply relaxed state, whereby your therapist can access your subconscious mind and replace existing
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Hepburn Shire Council has just released a draft Heritage Strategy for ratepayers and residents to review. The draft explains how heritage is managed in the shire, including the invaluable work of committees of management. It lists what council has delivered since the outgoing strategy was prepared in 2014, and includes a detailed action plan for the next decade.
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But daffodil bulb sales go on Kyneton’s Daffodil and Arts Committee has come to the sad but sensible decision to postpone its 48th festival until September 2021. Secretary Marg Dearricott said that it appeared that the COVID-19 pandemic would not be fully over by early September this year and to bring crowds of people to festival events would be unfair, even if the immediate danger had apparently passed. Decisions about events that occur during the festival that are not actually organised by the festival committee - such as the Spring Flower Show and the Antique and Vintage Fair - are yet to be made. The festival committee is urging people to continue to plant daffodils in their gardens and is selling bulbs to make a great display in home gardens not only for this year, but for years to come. Social distancing requirements have meant the festival has not been able to continue
direct sales but it has published several of the wide bulb range on its facebook page with an even wider selection available. Gardeners can still place orders by email daffodil@netcon. net.au or phone Marg or Eric on 5422 2282 for the complete list, and for people living within five kilometres from Kyneton, bulbs can be delivered to their homes. “We are very grateful to our major sponsor Kyneton on Riverside’s community liaison officer Aimee Fryer and Hendersons the Gas People who have helped to facilitate compiling and delivering these orders,” Marg Dearricott said. “Planting the bulbs is a great activity to promote good health and wellbeing at this time when people may be more able to work on their home and garden. “And most certainly the purchase of bulbs will help the festival to cover costs and maintain our fabulous 48 years old annual festival, helping it to continue in 2021.”
Cr Tony Cordy speaks with a community member during the development of the 2017-2021 Council Plan. Mount Alexander Shire Council has adopted a revised Community Engagement Policy to guide best practice community engagement processes and outcomes through encouraging a consistent approach. The revised policy provides council with a vision for effective community engagement, which includes five key principles: Open and inclusive; Create mutual trust and respect and be accountable; Engage early and be clear; Commit to consider and feedback; and Allocate adequate skills and resources. The community engagement principles align with the Victorian Auditor General’s Office Public Participation Principles of responsiveness, transparency and integrity, openness, accountability, inclusiveness and awareness. The updated policy also reflects the changes to the Victorian Local Government Act, recently passed through the Victorian Parliament, which requires
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council decision making to be transparent and use contemporary community engagement procedures. The adoption of the revised community engagement policy commits council to a set of principles by which all community engagement will take place. Council’s director of corporate and community services Lisa Knight said council knew the highly engaged community in Mount Alexander Shire was passionate, knowledgeable and interested in the work council did and the services it provided. “We want to utilise this knowledge to improve the decisions we make to achieve better outcomes for our community,” Ms Knight said. The implementation of the policy will be supported through the development and delivery of a new procedure and planning tool for staff. The updated policy meets a commitment in council’s four-year council plan and this years’ annual plan. It is available on council’s website.
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SPORTS wrap Versatility in the race game Bill West
Born in America, raised in England, arrived in Australia armed with a work ethic and a love for horses, Christine Griffiths (Jeffrey) is one of those behind-the-scenes people who helps the thoroughbred racing industry tick. It’s one of the very few sports still operating in Australia at present with the coronavirus lockdown, and Griffiths makes her living as a successful pretrainer of gallopers, with her dalliances into show jumping and dressage now distant memories. She also has a trainer’s licence, and last week Bud, the only galloper she owns and trains, won a 1000m Maiden at his fourth race start after being runner-up at her home track Kyneton on March 13. Bud, a three-year-old gelding bred by Griffiths, is named after Sydney Swans superstar Buddy Franklin, and arrived at 1am on AFL Grand Final Day. Despite being a North Melbourne supporter, Bud earned the tag as a foal, and it stayed at regisA winner: If Bud is as successful on the track as Buddy tration time. Franklin has been on the football field, he will end up as a Togetherness: Christina Griffiths and Bear find time to “He showed ability in trails, though he’s not easy relax. superstar. to ride, as he pulls like a steam engine … but Dean here anyone has a chance to reach to top if they work hard ago, and the association has continued. Yendall managed to get him some cover at Ballarat … but being a pre-trainer is a lot easier than being a fully From small beginnings in 1997, ATB now has over 2000 on the very heavy track, and he strode away to win well by fledged trainer. I’m a fair dinkum Aussie now.” owners in its books and sells and syndicates unraced and over two lengths,” Griffiths said. After coming to Australia, she and her young sister rode proven gallopers. Bud, who started at $4 after his previous promising run their first horse at Mooroopna, a 22-year-old called Mister Griffiths is largely her own boss as far as time is conat Kyneton, is far from pampered, and lives out in the padJay (both on at the same time). cerned, and enjoys this freedom, with other trainers senddock on Griffiths’ 33-acre property at Redesdale. Griffiths follows the fortunes of the many gallopers she ing young horses to be pre-trained at times as well. It’s a peaceful location, and new stables and a house has pre-trained, hoping that one day she may play a very Quite some years ago, Griffiths worked for large horse are to be completed soon. small part in the initial journey of a Melbourne Cup winner. enterprises in New South Wales, and has some interesting Griffiths enjoys doing plenty of pre-training work along She hopes that Bud can mature into a more-than-useful tales to relate about the difficulties encountered by women quiet roads in the area, getting to know the new horses and galloper, and at the end of seeing a day’s work done, trying to gain full acceptance in the industry. their traits, and educating them …. a bit like pre-school for enjoys sitting down looking at a Redesdale sunset with a Now female trainers and jockeys are far more plentiful the bigger classes ahead. beer and ‘Bear’, her three-year-old german shepherd. and prominent; Linda Meech, who rode the Stawell Cup The majority of gallopers she works with are provided by *Bud’s win for Griffiths was her first since she landed winner on Sunday, was Victoria’s top jockey last year. Australian Thoroughbred Bloodstock, which has its headthe 2014 Avoca Cup with nine-year-old Scareymac, ridden Looking back, the much-travelled Griffiths recalled she quarters at Berenbroke, in Moorabool Shire. by Boris Thornton, but she has had very few runners since initially learnt to ride in England, and came to Australia as ATB principal Darren Dance gave Griffiths a chance to that time. a 13-year-old.”It’s a rich person’s sport in England, but out prove her worth when she came to Kyneton some years
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