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Hundreds turn out for testing
Hundreds of local residents fronted up to a pop-up COVID-19 Testing Clinic conducted by CHIRP Community Health and the Bendigo Health Rapid Response Team at Campbells Creek Community Centre on the weekend. The clinic was set up in response to concern over a growing number of exposure sites locally. Full report, page 4. Photo: Max Lesser
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Poor telecommunications is hindering business, social interaction, health and learning online in the Macedon Ranges. A survey conducted across the shire in May identified that more than 70 per cent of respondents were not satisfied with their current reliability. Just under 60 per cent of survey responses referred to being unable to access education. More than 90 per cent identified they were unable to work effectively from home. "This is always a significant issue but during the current COVID response environment this lack of ability to continue to participate is impacting students’ ability to continue their studies and workers’ ability to earn an income," Macedon Ranges Shire Council stated. Survey data has informed the council's submission to the Regional Telecommunications Review, which helps to set the regional communications policy agenda in future years. Business doing it tough The survey also highlighted daily struggles for businesses had increased since the pandemic, particularly with statemandated QR check-ins.
With restrictions on reasons to leave home, many consumers moved to a greater level of online shopping, necessitating retailers to increase their own use of telecommunication services. “Regional businesses are finding that poor access to telecommunications is severely impacting upon their ability to trade effectively when customers are unable to utilise mobile connections to check in on entry using QR codes for COVID tracing,” council's submission said. “Further, when attempting to pay using EFTPOS, customers are unable to complete a transaction in areas where mobile connection is unavailable or unstable.” Woodend Traders Association presented numerous examples of businesses battling poor connectivity to the council in July after surveying the town. President Catherine Bartlett, of Mort and Pestle, told the Express business owners in Woodend wanted support and advocacy for improvements. “Woodend is particularly bad for connectivity. Doing business shouldn’t be this hard,” she said.
“Traders have experienced problems with paying staff, customer payments and now QR code check-ins – which are required by the state government but ridiculously tricky to do with limited services. “We all know what the reasons are: the one tower that services Woodend is congested and can’t cope with the needs of the town. We are really looking for support from the council to seek solutions.” Distance and landscape barriers With more dispersed and smaller population centres than metropolitan areas, regions experience barriers to equitable service availability. This is the situation with both fixed and mobile telecommunications. Coverage maps for both the Optus and Telstra mobile networks show areas of Macedon Ranges Shire with poor mobile coverage. Challenges of increasing mobile coverage in Macedon Ranges included lower return on investment for infrastructure providers due to small population clusters and geographic features of hills, valleys and wooded areas. Continued page 10.
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Ratepayer satisfaction has significantly dropped in the Macedon Ranges, the latest Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey has recorded. The survey measures residents’ perceptions on local government performance of their local government authority and was undertaken between February and March 2021. The council marked what officers described as a “generally negative result” with a decline across all core areas of assessment. Macedon Ranges Council recorded its lowest overall performance index for at least the past eight years. Its score of 54 was a four-point fall compared to last year. Satisfaction with the council’s overall direction recorded an even larger drop to 44 points down from 52 last year. This score placed MRSC “well below” averages state-wide and similar ‘Large Rural’ councils such as neighbouring Mitchell and Mount Alexander. Consultation and engagement, advocacy/lobbying, community decisions, sealed local roads and customer service all decreased from the previous year. Individual service areas highlighted significant drops in satisfaction with arts
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centres/libraries, appearance of public areas, tourism and development, and informing the community. Lowest ranked were planning/building permits, population growth, slashing/weed control, and town planning policy. The council also fell below the large rural council average in new categories of ‘COVID-19 response’ and ‘business and community development’. CEO Bernie O’Sullivan said the drop in overall performance was disappointing and the council was committed to making improvements. “We take the results very seriously and staff and councillors are working strongly together to identify and action improvement across the board focusing on themes of culture, community, customer service and communication,” he said. “Managers throughout the organisation have committed to key areas of improvement and have provided tangible actions to achieve these.” Mayor Jennifer Anderson encouraged residents to continue giving their feedback throughout the year. The next community satisfaction survey will be held in February-March in 2022.
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They stood out a proverbial country mile against Friday's grey, rainy sky. The group of demonstrators stationed out front of Castlemaine's National Australia Bank may have been small in number – due to COVID-compliance – but was just as big on determination. "We're just ordinary local citizens calling on the NAB to stop its investment of literally billions of dollars in oil and gas fossil fuel projects," Castlemaine's Malcolm Robins said. "Every child deserves to thrive in a safe climate but NAB is undermining our children's future by financing oil and gas companies during a climate crisis." Part of 350.org's wider Adopt a Bank campaign, Friday's demonstration was motivated by a deep groundswell of
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Macedon Ranges Council is advising residents to begin clearing their property and burn off any debris in October ahead of the summer fire season. In October, property owners of land less than 4000 square metres do not need a permit to burn off leaves, twigs and small branches, to minimise fire risk. A permit is required from the fire prevention officer outside of October for smaller property owners wishing to burn off. Loads of green waste can be taken and tipped for free at the council’s transfer stations. Residents are also encouraged to make use of their green waste bin. Those wishing to burn off must monitor weather conditions before starting any fire and must register their burn by calling 1800 668 511.
community concern about the unthinkable prospect of runaway climate change and its projected impacts on agriculture, extreme weather events, natural disaster frequency and the economy. Mr Robins said Friday's was the first in an ongoing series of planned local demonstrations and joined others nationwide. "I'm running a local campaign on behalf of 350.0rg and we're now moving the campaign onto the next phase which is a physical presence," he said. "We are COVID-safe and we are not touching any item of bank property. "The bottom line is that right now, the NAB board is making a decision about whether to continue to invest in oil and gas. "With enough public pressure, we can pressure the NAB Board and CEO Ross McEwan to make the right call."
The Castlemaine demonstrators stationed themselves outside the bank from 10am to 12.30am on Friday. They told the Midland Express that come rain or shine they'll be back, same time, same place this Friday as well. "NAB likes to talk up its actions to tackle climate change but in reality it's greenwash and they're continuing to fund climate destruction," Mr Robins said. "Between 2016 and 2019 NAB lent more than $1 billion to projects that expand the polluting gas industry, risking local communities, our climate and our future. "This demonstration at the front of the bank is the first in a series of three. "We'll be back again next Friday October 8 and we'll also be back on October 15 when we will be joining with the next School Strike for Climate event on that day."
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Have your say on four-year plan for shire
After six months of extensive community engagement, Council has released its draft Council Plan 2021-2025 for your feedback. The draft plan also features a new ten-year Community Vision, which outlines the goals and aspirations our community has for the shire.
CHIRP Community Health and Bendigo Rapid Response Team conducted hundreds of tests at the Campbells Creek Community Centre across the weekend. Photo: Max Lesser
Take a look at the draft Council Plan 2021-2025 online at shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/vision or view a hardcopy at the Civic Centre, or Visitor Information Centres in Maldon and Castlemaine. Submissions close at 5.00pm on Wednesday 13 October.
Hundreds turn out for testing New COVID exposure sites across Macedon Ranges and Castlemaine led hundreds of people to front up for testing on the weekend. On late Friday afternoon the Health Department listed seven new local exposure sites including two contacts at Coles Gisborne, Gisborne's Woks N Dumplings, McDonald's Gisborne, Romsey Compounding Pharmacy, and Castlemaine Hospital. Most were listed as Tier 2 locations but McDonalds and the hospital also had some Tier 1 contacts. On Saturday the department listed multiple Tier 2 contact sites in Castlemaine for September 27-29, including Vinnies Castlemaine Vinnies, Maxi IGA Castlemaine, Cookie Crumbs, Kmart Castlemaine, Hot Variety, and Stocks Gifts and Gallery. Added to the list, on Sunday, were several dates and times for Castlemaine's Nurture One Ray Street Children's Centre. In most cases, the storeowners warned the community via social media ahead of the health department's listings. Neighbouring Mitchell Shire remains in lockdown. Hundreds of local residents fronted up to the pop-up testing clinic conducted by CHIRP Community Health and the Bendigo Health Rapid Response Team at Campbells Creek Community Centre on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Testing was set to return to the CHIRP drive-through site today, October 5, depend-
Annual Report 2020/2021
In accordance with the Local Government Act, Council has prepared its Annual Report and submitted it to the Minister. Council will consider the Annual Report at the Ordinary Meeting of Council to be held at 6.30pm on Tuesday 19 October at the Civic Centre. A copy of the Annual Report is available to view at the Civic Centre, Castlemaine Library, Maldon Visitor Information Centre and on Council’s website.
COVID-19 information There are a number of active COVID-19 cases in the shire. Please stay safe and keep an eye on exposure sites over the coming days. Remember, we’re in this together. To check the list of exposure sites to see if you’re at risk, visit coronavirus.vic.gov.au/case-alerts-public-exposure-sites. You can also call the State Government Coronavirus hotline on 1800 675 398. If you or anyone you know needs local help, support or food relief contact Council’s dedicated COVID-19 support line on 1800 512 446 from 9.00am to 5.00pm, or email covid19@mountalexander.vic.gov.au. You can also visit our virtual emergency relief centre at connectmountalexander.vic.gov.au for information, advice and support. CHIRP Community Health are running pop-up COVID-19 Screening Clinics. For testing times and locations, visit chirp.org.au, or call 5479 1000 for an appointment. Castlemaine Health is operating a COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8.30am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 3.45pm. Bookings are essential, with limited walk-in vaccinations for Astra Zeneca only, dependent on supply on the day. For details, visit castlemainehealth.org.au or call 5471 3555 (option 5).
ing on demand. The CHIRP Community Health team advises community members to keep checking for updates on their website and note the latest testing location before their arrival. To find out the latest location and to register visit chirp.org.au Disappointingly there were reports of abuse towards testing staff by some community members over the weekend. However, the response to testing was overwhelming a positive one. In fact, one community member even made a cake for the hard-working team. A CHIRP Community Health spokesperson thanked community members for coming forward for testing. "We did 360 swabs on Saturday and 319 on Sunday. Over the course of the four days we have tested around 1000 community members. We thank the community for their incredible response and presenting themselves for testing," she said. "We advise community members to keep tabs on updates on local exposure sites at coronavirus.vic.gov.au and to come forward for testing if they have visited an exposure site or have any symptoms," the CHIRP spokesperson said. Meanwhile COVID vaccinations continue at hospitals, GP clinics and pharmacies. At the time of going to press yesterday, Macedon Ranges had 37 active COVID cases and Mount Alexander Shire had eight.
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A $6 million upgrade is being planned for Black Forest Drive between Woodend and Macedon, aimed at improving safet for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. Regional Roads Victoria is now developing the project with construction expected to begin in early 2022. Planned works include changing the current four-lane configuration to two lanes – one lane in each direction – a three-metrewide painted centre median and on-road cycle lanes in each direction; resealing of the entire length of road; the installation of protected pedestrian refuges and lighting; upgrades to some intersections to cater for safer turning movements to and from Black Forest Drive; and sealing of the entrance to priority side roads to prevent debris spreading onto the road, and installation of lighting in these locations if required. Have your say tonight RRV is hosting a community webinar tonight at 6.30pm to give more information and answer any questions. Registration to attend can be done via Eventbrite. RRV is seeking feedback on how the upgrades should be prioritised and on installation of pedestrian/cyclist crossing points along Black Forest Drive. Feedback closes on October 21.
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Farmers will no longer require a permit to build on-farm worker accommodation under new Victorian planning changes. The permit exemption is available to accommodate up to 10 workers engaged in agriculture and must be on at least 40 hectares of land in the Farm Zone. Minister for Agriculture Mary-Anne Thomas said the amendment would remove common barriers to the attraction and retention of workers The entire Macedon Ranges Shire, and the southern for the industry. edge of Mount Alexander, fall within 100km of Mel“These planning bourne where the state government currently has an changes are about supinterest in protecting agricultural land. porting our agriculture Any proposal will need to meet sector to thrive,” she said. requirements regarding lot size, waste“On-farm accommodation will provide water treatment, as well as having to be more options for farm workers and make associated with agriculture land uses. it easier for growers to recruit the workers MRSC's director of planning and enthey need for the upcoming harvest.” vironment, Angela Hughes, said details The move is expected to reduce the around compliance and consideration to need for seasonal workers to find stays accommodation location on agricultural in nearby towns and decrease travel that land were not known at this early stage. impacts the road network. "From what we understand, this Access to rural worker accommodation is mostly sought in more remote areas, but exemption will be similar to the current the permit exemption will apply state-wide. as of right dwellings use on lots greater The entire Macedon Ranges Shire, and than 40ha where no planning permit is required for the use. If a planning the southern edge of Mount Alexander, permit is not required for a dwelling then fall within 100km of Melbourne where the state government currently has an interest technically the owner can put a dwelling anywhere on the land," Ms Hughes said. in protecting agricultural land. "If the amendment provisions include Earlier this year, the Planning for Mela notification process to enable council bourne’s Green Wedges and Agricultural to capture the record, then inspections Land Consultation Paper suggested farmcan be completed as required to confirm ers in this area could lose their existing compliance of such accommodation." rights to build a dwelling on 40ha or more The planning department could not in the Farm Zone. provide a figure on how many farming Submissions to the consultation paper properties would be eligible under the are now being reviewed to determine changes. which of the proposed planning system Ms Hughes said the council was lookreform options will be implemented, and ing forward to viewing the details of the how. new planning provisions when released. A Victorian Government spokesperson "The gazettal of amendment will tell told the Express “This (on-farm accomus more in relation to the process, at modation) change supports our farmers which time we’ll be able to provide furand does not compromise the protection ther information," she said. of agricultural land”.
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Celebrating Macedon Ranges Seniors The Victorian Seniors Festival Reimagined is back in 2021 and Council is celebrating by delivering ‘celebration boxes’ to 30 older residents who have made significant contributions to the Macedon Ranges community. Nominate an older person in our community today! Submit your nomination by 10 October at mrsc.vic.gov.au/seniors-festival or call 5422 0333.
A face-to-face learning plan has been outlined to return regional areas to school in Term Four. A staggered return will see all regional students back at school at least part-time within the first two weeks of Term Four (excluding lockdown areas). From yesterday, all prep to grade two and final year students will return to the classroom full-time, as they were at the end of Term Three. From Wednesday October 6, once final year students have completed the GAT, regional year 11 students will also return to prepare for their final assessments and exams. From Monday October 11, a staggered approach will apply so all students are back in the classroom at least part-time. Years three-four and eightnine will attend school on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and years five-six and 10 will attend on Thursdays and Fridays – while year seven will also return five days a week. From Tuesday October 26, all students will be back in the classroom full-time. This plan provides for an earlier return than in metropolitan Melbourne. The return will be monitored to see if further COVIDSafe measures are required.
Help shape new Domestic Animal Management Plan Council is calling on residents with and without pets to help shape its new Domestic Animal Management Plan. The four-year plan will: • help pets, pet owners and the general community to live together • protect the environment and local wildlife • promote responsible pet ownership. Complete the survey at mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay or call 5422 0333.
Jingle Bells, Christmas Sells! Will you be Christmas ready this year? Local retailers are invited to join a free visual merchandising workshop and learn how to think creatively, add value to your product range and pull out all the stops. Visual merchandising expert Jennie Kelly from A Creative Space will deliver the top 10 retail tips to surprise and delight your customers. Workshops will be held on Thursday 21 October (Romsey) and Tuesday 26 October (Macedon and Riddells Creek). Book your spot at mrsc.vic.gov.au/business-events or call 5421 9654.
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Macedon Ranges Council has endorsed its 20212025 Municipal Early Years Plan: CREATE. The plan outlines work the council will engage in to support children aged birth to eight years and their families. Feedback was gathered from more than 980 community members, including more than 200 children, during a community wide consultation, and the following presentation of the draft plan to community for feedback. The plan will provide a framework to develop the council’s response to significant sector reform, including the introduction of three-year-old kindergarten and school readiness funding. It will also support the council’s strategic planning, engagement and advocacy of children aged birth to eight and their families. The plan is available to view on the council’s website at: mrsc.vic.gov.au/CREATE
Share your feedback on projects we are currently working on. • Domestic Animal Management Plan 2021-2025 (closes 21 October) • Amendment C143 Bunjil Creek bluestone bridge/channel and trees in Howey Reserve (closes 12 November) For more information visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay or call 5422 0333.
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If any regional local government area is returned to lockdown all schools there will return to the metropolitan Melbourne school roadmap settings. Students who live in metropolitan Melbourne but enrolled in a regional school – or vice-versa – will be able to attend onsite learning with their year level. Staff and final year students who are required to cross the metropolitan border to attend school must be double vaccinated, or must get tested twice weekly. Strong measures will be in place to protect school staff, students and their communities – with ventilation, vaccination and vital COVIDSafe measures critical to ensuring schools can stay open throughout Term Four. Masks are strongly encouraged for students and will remain mandatory for all students 12 and older, and all adults. Schools have already implemented measures like staggered pick-up and drop-off times, QR code check-ins for any essential visitors, and as much physical distancing as is possible in classrooms – and when students return, will limit mixing among year levels and use large spaces like halls and gyms where possible.
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Still S till w waiting aiting o on n safety s afety upgrades upgrades Baynton resident John Horkings is pictured at the floodway with his dog Barney. Safety upgrades for a risky Baynton road floodway remain on Macedon Ranges Council’s draft works list more than eight years on despite calls for action. Residents say the Martins Road floodway has posed a risk to motorists for years with its dangerous dip and lack of signage and railings, yet the council continues to delay the works. Neighbouring resident John Horkings said a bus full of passengers from Weekaway Camp that became trapped on the floodway earlier this month had renewed concern. He said the area was prone to fires and if Martins Road was the only route out in an emergency it could be a disaster. “We don’t want this to happen again,” Mr Horkings told the Express. “It’s been more than eight years since residents have raised concerns about this road with the council.” "What is the council going to do – sit on its hands until someone ends up over the side? The reasoning of a lack of funds is okay for one to two years but after eight to nine years that doesn't wash anymore." In 2013, a council site inspection revealed the upstream section of the floodway had been eroded and the width of the road narrowed. Road widening and raising the road, and barriers were
considered but the design and works did not progress. Council's director of assets and operations Shane Walden said the project was delayed due to its complexity and cost escalations. He said the council was exploring both short-term solutions such as signage and longer-term upgrade options for the site such as road widening. “Longer-term options such as a culvert upgrade project will be referred to a future budget process for consideration,” he said. “Signage upgrade options are currently being explored and programmed. The next budget process begins soon with the upgrade project to be prioritised against other projects as a part of this process.” Mr Walden said the floodway was inspected last year and was reported to be in good condition. “Due to the low traffic volume on Martins Road and the good condition of the existing culvert, works have been prioritised at other locations with high traffic volumes,” he said. “In prioritising these types of projects, the council looks at the asset condition, the usage and the cost to determine which projects have higher priorities than others. This project remains on the draft works list for budget consideration.”
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Gift card program re-launches Kyneton Baptist, Sunbury Cobaw Community Health and Macedon Ranges Shire Council are partnering to support local families in need at Christmas. As a continued response to the challenges of COVID-19, the groups are again offering a Gift Card program and aims to raise $15,000 for this year’s cause. The program empowers local businesses to support local families in need, and financial donations are now being sought. Families will receive Macedon Ranges Gift Shop Gift Cards with a set amount for each child. Gift Cards can be redeemed at participating local business partners. The amount of gift cards and assistance that can be provided per child, will depend solely on that amount of financial donations raised. If you are a local Macedon Ranges business interested in partnering in the Gift Card system for your store, contact the Macedon Ranges Gift Shop. Donations can be made by direct deposit, cash, cheque and online. Find the group on Facebook for more details, or contact Georgina Harvey, Macedon Ranges Gift Shop coordinator, on 0404 442 891.
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The discovery centre at Woodend’s Holgate Brewhouse has been granted dining privileges and increased opening hours in the resolution of a bungled planning permit. Holgate Brewhouse’s new discovery centre has been granted dining privileges and increased opening hours in the resolution of a bungled planning permit. The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal has removed restrictions on serving beer and food, and extended hours at the visitor centre and beer gardens to 9pm. VCAT’s order comes with a patron cap of 80 for the Woodend brewery and ban on amplified music in the two zones. The council was forced to refer Holgate’s permit to VCAT after residents discovered planning staff had removed two operating conditions without community consultation. Visitor centre and beer garden hours were previously restricted to 5pm weekdays and 6pm weekends, and service in these zones to beer only. MRSC’s director of planning, Angela Hughes, told councillors in June the application to remove these conditions “was decided by planning officers in error”. Anslow Street neighbours only learnt of the change after reporting noise disturbance and investigating the venue’s permit history. They
have since called for the conditions to be reinstated. In its appeal to VCAT, the council sought no extension to Holgate’s beer garden operations. It recognised the gardens as “the most sensitive location on site with the greatest potential to cause amenity impacts”. But Holgates pushed for a 9pm close, which was upheld. They had also originally sought an extension of visitor centre hours to 11pm, arguing nearby premises had licences to serve liquor until this time. VCAT sought to strike a balance between the needs and desires of the community, council and the applicant with its 9pm restriction for both zones. While the council had argued the visitor centre, backed by a $1.5 million state government grant in 2017, was meant for tours of the brewery and its operations, VCAT ruled that the permit had never specified this restriction. Additional parking sought by the council was also refused. The VCAT member's decision took into consideration: the commercial zoning and utilising it fully, amenity of nearby residents, distance of residential neighbours to the site, patron and music limits, and operating hours of nearby venues.
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A 120-bed residential aged care facility for Romsey will again go before Macedon Ranges Shire councillors after a rescission motion was lodged. An unscheduled council meeting has been listed for today at 9am and will be live-streamed via the council’s website. Last month, councillors voted 3-5 in favour of the proposal, which aims to fill a void of services in the east but threatens to extend Romsey’s town boundary. The SignatureCare facility would be built on 8.4 hectares of grazing land at the corner of Melbourne Lancefield Road and Hutchinsons Lane. Council officers had advised refusal of the application based on land suitability, use, location outside the town boundary and neighbourhood/amenity impacts. Councillors weighed up the planning implications and community feedback from Romsey Issues Paper as well as the need for services and lack of suitable available land within the township. A division recorded those in favour were Crs West, Ridgeway, Pearce, Neil, Bonanno, and those opposed were Crs Guthrie, Anderson and Moore. Cr Annette Death was absent from the meeting. A rescission motion is typically lodged when new and important information comes to light that can change the way councillors vote on a matter. The application is also subject to a VCAT appeal against the council’s failure to determine the matter within statutory timeframes.
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Come along to this fascinating presentation and learn about the amazing diversity of fungi that grow in the forests of Mt Macedon. From the mycorrhizal (the exchangers), saprophytes (the recyclers) and the parasites, Greg will discuss the vital relationships these fungi have to the ongoing health and vitality of the forest using spectacular photos he has taken from various locations in the forest. If you’re a fungi enthusiast, this is an opportunity not to be missed. When: Tuesday 19th October @ 7pm Where: Online via Zoom (Kyneton Community House is able to assist people to use Zoom so please get in touch prior to the event for any assistance.) Register your interest on our website: https://kynetoncommunityhouse.org.au/courses/ or phone the House on 5422 3433 Cost: $5 or free for concession card holders.
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Learner driver support wheels in The L2P Learner Driver Mentor Program has 20 available places in the Macedon Ranges. The Salvation Army Bendigo program resumed in the shire in November 2020 to continue support to learner drivers aged 16 to 21 years of age. Learner drivers who face difficulties in achieving the mandated 120 hours of driving experience to sit for the probationary driver's licence are eligible to apply. Challenges some learner drivers may face include no access to a motor vehicle and/or a supervising driver while others may have financial hardship or lack of housing. The L2P program is funded by the TAC and administered by the Department of Transport across Victoria. The learner drivers are supported by volunteer mentors who assist the learner drivers to become safe drivers on our roads. Salvation Army Bendigo currently has a team of 16 volunteers willing to assist. Current learner driver, Kate, said her mentor had been supportive and had a
huge part in educating her on road rules. “I have an amazing mentor who gives me good advice and praise when I get things right. I now know how to correctly use my mirrors and how to check blind spots,” she said. “Having my P-plates will benefit me greatly as I am getting older and hoping to get a job and I won't have to rely on other people to help me get around." Young driver Shaelee said the program had been valuable in many ways. "The L2P Program is helping me get my hours up, as well as helping to improve my driving skills so that when the time comes to get my P-plates, I will be able to drive around safely and keep others safe as well," she said. The L2P Program provides a fivestar-rated vehicle for learner drivers to gain experience. Gisborne and District Community Bank part-sponsors the lease of this vehicle. Any learner drivers who need support can contact the L2P coordinator Phillip Tennant on 0438 774 277, or email: phillip.tennant@salvationarmy.org.au for further information.
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From page 1. The shire also has significant landscapes designated, which restricts some locations from being considered for telecommunications infrastructure. The council's submission acknowledged incentives for network providers to consider or adopt co-location of infrastructure could encourage investment and alternative models. Disaster communications The council also drew on chaotic storms in June that exposed the critical need for reliable communication in a natural disaster and sought solutions. "Use of network roaming options could provide a more resilient provision of connection where one provider can provide additional capacity to subscribers of another network," the submission said. "Particularly during emergency situations this has a significant ability to provide a more resilient overall network without imposing unrealistic redundancy requirements on network providers."
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U3A Kyneton is back Due to Regional Victoria being unlocked again at this time, U3A Kyneton has been able to recommence courses under COVID-19 guidelines. Their table tennis players have utilised the facilities in the Botanic Gardens, cyclists have been out and about, French classes are back in Grist, to name but a few activities/courses U3A
Kyneton has been able to modify. Despite COVID-19, membership has increased substantially to 262 this year. It has been a difficult year and U3A thanks its members for their patience and support. The courses for 2022 are currently being developed. U3A Kyneton welcomes any community members wishing to offer a course
in 2022. The courses vary greatly in length and U3A Kyneton has a devoted and diverse membership. For more information visit the website www. u3akyneton.org.au or email info@u3akyneton. org.au. Alternatively, have a friendly chat with the secretary Roni Taubman on 5422 2552 or president Peter Johnson on 0439 360 763.
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Macedon Ranges Council will deliver 'celebration boxes' to 30 senior residents who have made significant contributions to their community as Victorian Seniors Festival Reimagined launches. Council’s acting director of corporate and community, Gina Lyons, said this year’s festival theme ‘keep’n on’ recognised resilience of older people and their community contributions. “This is our opportunity to say thanks and celebrate the wealth of local knowledge and wisdom in the Macedon Ranges,” she said. “If you know an older person in the shire who has gone above and beyond, make sure you nominate them today.” Macedon Ranges residents aged over 65 (or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged over 50) are eligible to be nominated. Nominees will be considered on the basis of their contribution to the local community, how they demonstrate active ageing and promote a positive image of older people. Nominations are open until October 10. To make a nomination, visit: mrsc.vic. gov.au/seniors-festival or call 5422 0333.
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Barker to run for McEwen Romsey resident Neil Barker will again run as the Greens' candidate for the seat of McEwen in the forthcoming federal election. Mr Barker believes that a rapidly changing climate, the ever-increasing incidence of environmental disasters across the globe, and the lack of meaningful action on climate change by both major parties will again dominate this campaign. “The government's COVID-19 economic recovery plan, to be led by increased exploration of methane gas and carbon sequestration, will only further damage our environment," he said. "I believe that McEwen voters would prefer to embrace the renewable energy revolution now underway across the rest of the developed world. "This will create tens of thousands of job opportunities for generations to come. "With the balance of power in the House and a strong Senate presence, only the Greens can prepare Australia for a safer and more prosperous future." Mr Barker also believes that a strong Independent Commission against Corruption is now urgently needed. “McEwen voters are not happy about recent government controversies relating to undisclosed conflicts of interest, the botched Robo
debt scheme, the allocation of taxpayer funds targeting marginal seats, and the treatment of women in parliament," he said. "In the interests of fairness and transparency, this questionable behavior must stop now. “A more progressive tax system is also on the list of Greens objectives, so that all Australians can benefit from this country’s wealth and prosperity, and not just a privileged few. “Only the Greens are supporting the introduction of a super profits tax for multi-billion dollar companies, and making the super-rich pay their fair share of tax. "The tens of billions of dollars raised each year can then be used to fully fund essential services like medical and dental care, educational institutions, and the NDIS, so that they become available to all Australians. It is simply not sustainable to rely more heavily on extending the user pays system now favoured by the current government.” Mr Barker was raised on a family farm on the Mornington Peninsula and has lived in Romsey in the Macedon Ranges for 28 years. He is an Honours Graduate in Agricultural Science, and is now semi-retired after obtaining extensive domestic and international work experience in senior management roles in the Australian Grains Industry.
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Preparing the landscape
As we struggle with the stifling impacts of a global pandemic it is easy to be despondent about climate change and its devastating effects on people and the environment. Threatened species like greater gliders, platypus and even koalas – that are already under pressure – could be pushed over the edge. But there are actually many things we can do to help prepare our local landscapes and wildlife against the worst impacts of a changing climate by restoring the health of our ecosystems – both on bushland as well as farmland – things that can make a real difference for our environment and threatened species. “It’s kind of like preparing your property for a bushfire,” says Biolinks Alliance ecologist Paul Foreman. “Instead of waiting and hoping for the best, it is smart to be properly prepared well in advance. “So as the world (slowly) moves towards global collective action on emissions, we can work more effectively to prepare our landscapes against the worst effects of a drying climate.” Many of our natural systems are less healthy, biodiverse and productive than they once were, due to histories of degradation (through gold mining, timber cutting and agriculture). Their soils are no longer porous enough to absorb rainfall so less water is available to local food webs. Such systems are sometimes called
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Macedon Ranges Art Trail's 2021 Spring Exhibition has pivoted to an online show. Art Trail founding manager Nadine Hartnett said artists were facing challenges arising from being isolated from their audiences as galleries closed and onsite exhibitions were cancelled time and time again during the pandemic. "Embracing new ways of exhibiting artworks sounds like a perfect opportunity for professional growth, but for many artists it eats into precious studio time and takes them away from doing what they love – making art," Ms Hartnett said. "The Macedon Ranges Art Trail aims to support local artists by promoting them and their work, and connecting them with other creatives and art appreciators both locally and worldwide." The Art Trail's 10th exhibition is online until November 30. This digital exhibition features work by many talented artists from the Macedon Ranges and surrounding areas in regional Victoria. Expression of Innocence with Tender Idealism Among the 26 artists exhibit– Ralph Ewart. ing and selling their artwork are Gisborne's Aimee Timpson, now living in Germany; current member Bindi-Lee Byrne, Caroline Smyrk, Helen Aimee Timpson; and local administration Cottle, Lesley Rosochodski, Sue Dilley and and technology whiz Irene O’Duffy." William Ritchie. The exhibition features 81 artworks "This is the first time MRAT has presentwith all works for sale. There are plenty ed an online exhibition," Ms Hartnett said. of affordable diverse 2D and 3D artworks "It was made possible thanks to volunstarting at $15, and some artists are open tary assistance from former group member to accepting commissions. and creative all-rounder, Lara Le Reveur, Visit macedonrangesarttrail.weebly.com
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An inspiring teacher can make a young person's high school experience extraordinary. And there is no one more deserving of that praise than English and drama teacher Bernie Monagle. In a career spanning more than four decades – 27 of those spent at Kyneton's Sacred Heart College – the recently retired Kyneton local has been a formative influence on more students than can be counted. Bernie's nurturing of young minds extended well beyond the classroom and one of his proudest achievements was that he helped the students at Sacred Heart set up a celebrating diversity group, in an effort to create a safe environment for all. "It was groundbreaking in its day, especially for a Catholic school, to the point where at one stage a very conservative member of staff complained to the bishop who shut us down," Bernie said. "The Mercy nuns backed us however and we were reinstated. "Some of those kids had amazing journeys and some of them were foundation members of local diversity initiatives." A student from one of Bernie's favourite year levels in his time at Sacred Heart, Renae Smith (nee Jacobs), said she first met Bernie in 1989, all geared up for year seven drama. "Student word of mouth had already spread about how Mr Monagle was one of the best," Renae said. "He was the kind of teacher who could hold the class in the palm of his hand with a quick tongue, a comedic gesture or a good Irish limerick. "He never had to shout to make a point. A rowdy bunch easily silenced with a simple gesture like pausing to push his glasses up onto his nose. "He was inspiring, caring and always in on the joke. He taught us how to look after each other, schooling the bullies and celebrating the bullied." Renae said her fondest memory, and one of Bernie's great-
est legacies in her opinion, was something known as the 'LPS'. "The Living Poets Society, circa 1991," she explained. "A secret group of poetic anarchists, inspired by the likes of Robin Williams and his dead poets. "We were Bernie’s year nine English class, grappling with the standard hormones and heartache, trials and tribulations, but also reeling from a string of local teen suicides." Renae said one day Bernie wrote a single question on the whiteboard – 'So what?' "This provoked more questions than answers, plus jokes, angst-ridden arguments, nuggets of wisdom, fears and joy," she said. "From this we created LPS, an anonymous platform for poetry. We would write our short poems on A3 white paper and in the early morning hours, before the bus loads and bells, he’d hang them all over the school. "We told no one, fed off the community buzz, designed a logo and wrote more poetry. Some of it profound, some nonsensical, all of it thrilling. We were part of something sacred. "He let us be heard and gave our words value. Anarchy, irony, comedy, wisdom, belonging and poetry." Bernie's daughter Hannah said the experience of being the daughter of a beloved teacher meant that to this day she was still asked "are you Mr Monagle’s daughter?" followed by a rave about their time as his student. "At times I felt like I was sharing him with a school of other students but he had the ability to concurrently make us feel like his biggest priority," she said. "If I make a quarter of the impact he did as a teacher in my career I would be happy." Bernie may no longer be teaching but he is still mentoring community members through private counselling, and still keeps in touch with many of his former students. "I guess the best bit is when kids 20 years later, 30 years later, sit down and write you an email and say 'you were there at the right time, you made a difference to my life'," he said.
Macedon Ranges Council seeks to permanently protect Gisborne’s Bunjil Creek bridge and bluestone channel and three historically significant trees before the Kilmore Road Intersection upgrade begins. The council and community have identified the town entrance as having local aesthetic and historical significance but elements are threatened by the planned roadworks. A planning scheme amendment (C143macr) has begun to introduce a new Heritage Overlay to the Bunjil Creek bridge and bluestone channel. It will also extend an existing Heritage Overlay to include two oaks and one elm tree that align with the existing heritage avenue in Howey Reserve. Council's director of planning and environment Angela Hughes said the council supported the protection and retention of the heritage places and trees. “There is in-principle support for the Kilmore
Road Intersection Upgrade,” Ms Hughes said. “The proposed amendment means that any potential impact of buildings and works on the site would be assessed through a planning process, taking into account the site’s significance as a historic gateway to Gisborne. “Other vegetation including two mature elm trees will need to be removed,” she said. “However graftings from these significant trees have been taken by Regional Roads Victoria to replant in the area later on. “Overall this amendment will ensure that the proposed intersection upgrade works can proceed by minimising the loss of historically significant features.” Residents can view the proposed amendment on the council’s website at: mrsc.vic. gov.au/yoursay The amendment can also be viewed at MRSC offices and service centres. Submissions to the amendment must be received by November 12.
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English cottage garden home the fantastic indoor living is four different outdoor living options. Decks to the north, south and east all offer fabulous areas for a cup of tea, to sit down and take in the splendour of the surrounding gardens. The western and largest deck is fully covered and the perfect spot to entertain family and friends for those special occasions. The laundry has a uniquely English feel to it, tucked away as part of the kitchen. Reverse cycle cooling keeps the home comfortable year round. Take the short walk to the renowned Weasley Hill Market or a 15 minute stroll into town and take advantage of Castlemaine’s amenities including cafes, supermarket, shops and V/ Line services to Melbourne.
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Fully restored cottage with three bedrooms 38a McGrath Street, Castlemaine $735,000 Jellis Craig Jeremy Bottomley 0433 772 033 Carole Lenander 0401 472 346
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15 Tucker Street Malmsbury Comfortable living in delightful Malmsbury, located at the end of a quiet cul de sac. Open plan spacious kitchen/dining with plentiful storage & workspace, double garage with concrete floor & power, established garden with mature trees & seasonal creek. This cottage presents a great opportunity to live the country life.
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38 High Street Trentham Originally home to Trentham’s first bakery established by Mr John Wolff c1891, this unique building is one of a kind and retains much of its original character. Elegant high ceilings, exposed beams, stunning timber floors and a magnificent double fireplace with exposed chimney all add to the feeling of nostalgia this property invokes.
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Pristine bush setting with an abundance of native wild life, a small dam & a designated building envelope in place to build your dream home with access from both Fryers Road & Blanket Gully Road. Has a planning permit. There are no town services available so this property suits those looking to build an off-grid dwelling.
Magnificent bush setting with planning permit just a 10 minute drive to the centre of Castlemaine. With an abundance of native wild life, two small dams & a designated building envelope in place to build your dream home. There are no town services available so this property suits those looking to build an off-grid dwelling.
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‘Riverview’ four bedroom, a study, two bathroom home on 4.5 acres (approx.) 6 Ritchies Road, Kyneton Contact Agent Raine & Horne Kyneton Jennifer Pearce 0427 422 508 / 5422 2678 jennifer.pearce@kyneton.rh.com.au
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OFF-THE-PLAN PLANNING: CURATE YOUR HOME CONCEPT With Kyneton in hot demand for home seekers this spring, an opportunity awaits for city dwellers set on a regional escape to get their foot in the door of the property market. Set alongside the stunning Campaspe River, the new urban landscape offers a stunning view of the Macedon Ranges with shopping, restaurants, and the Kyneton township just a hop, skip or bike ride away! Victoria’s on again / off again lockdowns have proven to be a boon for the new housing market with buyers purchasing property and homes offthe-plan. Lockdowns have affected inspections and access to regional centres for people coming from the city, and there are a lot of vendors waiting for restrictions to ease before putting their house on the market. However, when it comes to selling a new home – Kyneton on Riverside is selling the regional dream and the buyer can curate the concept. This format of purchasing provides the buyer with control over their new home layout and design,
without being able to access a property for a private inspection. According to realestate.com.au, enquiries for new homes across Victoria soared 87% over the past year, with the off-the-plan purchasing path being an ideal scenario in a climate that lacks a lot of established home listings. The new Kyneton on Riverside is a community filled with bike and walking tracks, open spaces and close access to schools and amenities, and let’s not forget the sensational arts and café culture Kyneton has to offer. With entry-point prices, the new home development is an excellent gateway to Kyneton. For potential buyers seeking the community and country lifestyle or who are just entering the property market, buying off the plan in a picturesque location could be the perfect place to start. To book a viewing or to chat about Kyneton on Riverside and buying off-the-plan, visit jenniferpearce.com.au
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Come and breath the healthy air in this peaceful rural setting of gently undulating land. Once the site of the Riverview school, this country-style family home is complete with spacious open plan living/meals area, lounge/dining and a separate rumpus room. For the chef of the household there is a well-appointed kitchen with great bench space, gas hot plates, electric oven, dishwasher and an abundance of storage. The home comprises four generous sized bedrooms all with built-in robes, main bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe, plus study or fifth bedroom. There are plenty of relaxing areas with a large front and back veranda overlooking established gardens, fruit trees and views to the Campaspe River and Mount Macedon and beyond. Other benefits on offer are solar hot water, two reverse cycle split systems and solid fuel heating for year-round comfort. Water supply is not a problem with 47,300 litre tanks plus a bore and dam. Great shedding measures 60x30m with a four-metre clearance a mezzanine floor for storage plus concrete and power. The acreage allows for a peaceful retreat living or hobby farming pursuits. Nestled between the historical towns of Kyneton and Malmsbury, local highlights are bush walks, riding tracks, local fishing and horse riding. Foodies will love the country bakeries, woodfire pizzas, hearty pub fare, Piper Street cafes and restaurants, neighbouring wineries and boutique distilleries.
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The right gear for any reno Now is the time to get that reno out of the 'too hard basket' and get on with it with equipment that is just right for the job from Kyneton Hire. They have everything any person would need. If it's an outside reno that needs doing – even something as simple as slashing a large expanse of grass will be easy with the hire of a tractor and slasher. Want to realign or install new fencing? You can't put it off any longer with jokes about your post hole digger having broken its leg. Kyneton Hire has augers and post hole diggers for hire so that new fence will be up and running in no time. Want to paint it a smashing black colour to offset that newly slashed bright green grass? Kyneton Hire has all types of painting gear from spray guns to ladders and more for indoor and outdoor painting work. If your thoughts are on the inside of your home for a reno but getting rid of the property's former owner's awful wallpaper has not been successful, Kyneton Hire has the gear to help you get that floral print off the wall. Floors in need of a reno? Kyneton Hire has dustless sanders and heaps more to get that job done in a day. Welding equipment, hand tools, drills, pressure washers, chimney brooms... the list goes on as you will find on their website, which also has the price list for hiring each item. And if you haven't done that reno job because you need access to power that you currently haven't got, the excuses have finished because Kyneton Hire can also hire you a variety of generators. There you go, all your spring renovations are now in place ready for you to tick off as you do them. (See advert page 27)
Making everything on the premises in Kyneton, is AGI Windows and Doors. From glass selection to the type of window, it can all make a difference. At AGI, they supply a full range of window systems and will recommend the best solution to ensure you get the most from your home. Some of the window types from AGI include awning/casement windows, double hung windows, louvre systems, sliding windows as well as commercial framing. Aluminium doors are stylish and available in a massive number of configurations, from corner sliding doors, to extravagant bi-fold doors, to giant recessed panels that glide effortlessly. They supply the Vantage, Elevate and ThermalHEART ranges, each tested and certified under Australian standards and codes for residential and commercial applications. Ask about their bushfire-rated range and thermally broken systems. (See advert page 27)
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BUILD in Central Victoria MRG enjoys more coverage One of the district longest-standing businesses, Macedon Ranges Glass, has been enjoying extra exposure and sales since it expanded from its premises in New Gisborne to open a second showroom in Piper Street Kyneton. That has meant access to the Macedon Ranges Glass services and products is handy, quick and easy for even more people – including those from around the Bendigo region and closer to Castlemaine. The business was started way back in 1970 by Terry Vernon as Vernon Glass. It wasn't until last August that, as his son and current business operator Brett
says, Terry "hung up his putty knife" and is now enjoying retirement. The Kyneton showroom has been open for several months now and Brett says they're very excited to now have a personal, physical presence in a second location. All that Macedon Ranges Glass offers can be seen or arranged through their Kyneton showroom as well as Gisborne. Popular right now is the technique that allows genuine double glazing to be installed into existing timber window frames. Brett says this can save up to 70 per cent heat loss in winter than existing glass and keep the heat out in summer so saving on heating and cooling bills year in, year out. Shower screens, splashbacks, mirrors and more – including the very popular pet doors – can all be arranged for your new or existing property by Macedon Ranges Glass. Not only does the business pride itself on its service and workmanship, it takes pride in the fact that it is an employer of locals and a supporter of local groups and clubs through sponsorship and the like. You'll find them at 89E Piper Street Kyneton, where Brett's wife Alicia oversees the showroom, and at 6/5 Ladd Road New Gisborne. Also have a look at their new Facebook page. They're on Instagram, too.
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BUILD in Central Victoria It can be done! Need to spruce up your home before you put it on the market? Or do you need to enhance a home you have just purchased knowing it needs a few odds and ends done to make it just right or you? James Nolan of Nolan Builds is the person to contact. He knows central Victoria well. James had been a carpenter for 10 years and completed an apprenticeship with a builder in Riddells Creek. He knows what the district can throw at us weather-wise and so understands people's building and housing needs. And being a local, with a strong connection to the Riddell Football Netball Club, James gets plenty of feedback about his work from locals so knows what is best for his clients. He can build anything from a pool fence to a full house renovation. If you have been looking at something in your home and it's begun to 'nag' at you during lockdown and you want it repaired or replaced, James can do that too. All your building needs and problems can be fixed with a solution that's only a phone call away.
Want a nicer W i garden? d ? It's certainly feeling a bit like spring... and that means out thoughts turn to outdoors. There will be plenty of jobs to be done and one of the places that can hire you what you need is Woodend Sand and Soil, which has been up and running now for 13 months. Business proprietor Brett Steward said there hadn't been a sand and soil supplier in the town for around six years and he saw it as something that was needed. And it is. Although they opened 13 months ago well and truly in COVID times, the town has been supporting the business and getting those jobs done where and when they are needed. Sand, soil (of course), pebbles, mulch, sleepers, concrete edging... there's a lot of garden making or improving needs here. If getting a site ready is wheat you need before 'topping' materials, through their other business, Macedon Ranges Party and Equipment Hire, you can secure for yourself the services of a bobcat, excavator, an auger, a pressure washer, or for inside the home, a floor sander and more. So whatever you need around the farm or garden, it can be found in Woodend including firewood. Contact them with any enquires or for quotes. They will be able to suggest the right thing for what you need to be done. Also drop in at their yard in Bowen Street to see things for yourself. They deliver free around the township area or for a very seasonable rate further afield.
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Primed to deliver Primed Electrical was established in 2017 by owner and director Michael Peters. It is a small but growing business aiming to be of the utmost assistance to its customers. Although being a reasonably young company, director Michael has more than 10 years' experience in the industry. He has spent considerable time mastering the trade, skills and knowledge required to deliver you a professional and efficient service. It was the enjoyment of his work and
the fulfilment of customer satisfaction that prompted him to establish Primed Electrical first in the Melbourne suburb of Keilor, and now in the Macedon Ranges at Romsey. Michael has extensive experience providing electrical services within the domestic and commercial sector including schools, hospitals, offices, shopping centres, hotels, apartments and some industrial factory settings. Michael can be contacted on 0429 939 200. www. primedelectrical.com.au
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BUILD in Central Victoria Tap into these garden ideas... If it's rare or just out of the ordinary and you simply must have it for your garden, then pay a visit to the team at The Garden Tap Nursery situated at the side of Kyneton's historic Piper Street. The Garden Tap specialises in rare and unusual plants, among other garden classics, and you'll also find garden art by local artisans. The nursery shop stocks indoor plants, an array of pots, gardening tools, seeds, seedlings, potting mix, fertilisers, garden nutrients and other quality garden supplies. From espaliered fruit, bare-rooted plants, or perennials – there's always something interest-
ing to discover with the changing of the seasons. You'll be able to get helpful information about any garden subject through the friendly team and onhand horticulturalist Wendy and owner Mary will see you receive exceptional and reliable service. She is always happy to source that special plant, tree or order for your garden and will arrange free local home delivery if what you want is just too large to drive away with in your car. Indoor and outdoor plants are at The Garden Tap in abundance so with spring in your step, do drop by to see what will thrive at your place.
Pathway need a lift? With more than 30 years of experience, MBC Concreting & Paving has provided quality concreting services to clients in the whole of central Victoria. There’s no better time than right now to give your garden a good old renovation with the help of MBC before you want to get outdoors again... MBC can pave any area of any size with a fantastic array of paving options to suit any landscaped look. MBC’s team of quality experts work with you to help you choose the best solution for your situation. No job is too big or too small. MBC services include but are not limited to * Exposed aggregate * Concrete slabs * Pool surrounds * Concrete paving * Commercial/industrial foundations * Paving
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BUILD in Central Victoria Got a job needing timber? Frosts Sawmill Building and Timber suppliers know exactly what the local builder, farmer and handyperson needs – and so they should! They're a second generation local family business spanning 50 years. Frosts is a one-stop shop for all your building and fencing needs, stocking a huge range of quality building products for residential or commercial projects, and they keep their prices at highly affordable levels. Frosts' services include * Timber Flooring – residential and commercial timber flooring services * Building supplies – supplies such as timber, steel, aluminium, cement, plasterboard, adhesive and DIY building materials * Decking supplies and decking materials * Door supplies – bi-fold door supplies What's more, Frosts' location in Sawmill Lane, Monegeetta means that they are easily accessible – no traffic or parking problems here! Pay them a visit and you'll find what you need for that project.
A shed for every property Few local businesses can say they've been operating across five decades, but that's exactly how it is for CV Sheds. What originally began as a one-man operation in 1975 for local clientele, eventually grew into a company employing more than 50 people and servicing at least eight different industries. Central Steel Build still operates in Kyneton where it engineers and fabricates steel structures that are built Australia-wide. But when the directors realised how strong the domestic shed market still was in Kyneton and district they decided to make some changes. The domestic shed range (up to 15m span) has been separated from Central Steel Build and is located back up at the old premises in Bourke Street where it all began. Luke Edmonds, the son of company founder Ross, is now leading a business dedicated to the domestic and small farm shed market. That is what CV Sheds is all about. The current business name is a reference to the company's first name, Central Vic Sheds. Despite now being an entirely separate company, the original values remain the same.
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BUILD in Central Victoria Begin with a solid foundation No building is secure without the right foundations. Countrywide Building Services is a family-owned business specialising in underpinning, restumping and building restorations, so can keep the biggest asset in your life in a safe and secure state. Restumping At Countrywide, years of experience means exceptional knowledge and expertise in this area. Which is why they excavate deeper and wider, apply premium concrete and materials, and only ever use the most superior steel stumps in the country. Building restorations There’s a lot to be said about the properties of yesteryear. From heritage homes to dilapidated boatsheds, Countrywide specialises in restoring what can often be seen as the unrestorable with respect and insight and an understanding of traditional methods, materials and obligations. Underpinning When the foundations of your property are compromised, so too is the integrity of your whole build. There are plenty of ways to underpin a building, but success lies in the detail. Before excavating and concreting is even considered, CWS undertakes soil testing, engineering, drainage investigation, permits, and drawings, ensuring every element of your project has been considered. Outdoor projects To elevate and protect your outdoor and indoor living space Countrywide creates exceptional decks and pergolas, fully engineered retaining walls to stand the test of time...and a whole lot more.
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Whether it’s excavation work, farm work, tree services, animal burials, Brunt’s Excavation and clean up can assist you. Locally owned and based in Kyneton and providing services from Castlemaine to Malmsbury and right through the Macedon Ranges to outer Melbourne. Brunts Excavation is a family-owned business with over 35 years of experience, which gives them the right to pride themselves on great customer service and affordable rates. If you’d like a free no-obligation quote on your next excavation or clean-up job then give Wayne a call.
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BUILD in Central Victoria Let colour ring in the changes When the world outside is challenging, let your home tell a different story. “Colour and mood are intimately connected so it’s important to surround yourself with colours that help you feel positive,” says Andrea Lucena-Orr, Dulux colour and communications manager. “Changing the colour of your walls might seem like a fairly insignificant thing, however it’s all part of self-care and surrounding yourself in uplifting hues to help you feel secure and comfortable during difficult times.” The Dulux colour team created the latest Dulux Colour Forecast based on extensive virtual research into global design trends. Colours are drawn from nature, including brighter, oceanic shades of bluegreen and coral, muted botanical greens, warm whites and soothing mauve-greys. To show what a huge impact colour can have on the look and feel of a space – and how little time and effort it takes – stylist Bree Leech introduced bold colour to a
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predominantly white 1970s home. “Whites and pale neutrals might feel like the safe choice, but they might not always be the best choice,” Andrea says. “Richer hues can add depth and interest to a space and make a house feel like home. And if you want a different look or feel down the track, it’s easy to change.” Bree chose brighter and uplifting colours from the Reset palette for her room makeovers. “I wanted to show how you can create an entirely new look with little more than a paintbrush,” Bree explains. “The colours in the Reset palette have a fun, retro feel that’s perfect for this 70s family home. “This light-filled house is brimming with character features, including a pitched, timber-lined ceiling and arched doorways. While the all-white interior was neutral and unassuming, adding colour helped highlight the home’s best features and really brought the rooms to life,” Bree says. “For the dining room, I chose a beautiful deep blue-green, Dulux Wash&Wear in Daintree. This dramatic hue gives the room a distinct mood and enriches the space. The features of the room, such as the rustic brick wall, archway and timber lining, are all amplified through the use of colour and a backdrop is created to contrast against the crisp white pendant light. We painted the inner part of the arch in a neutral white, Dulux Wash&Wear in Snowy Mountains Half, to further accentuate the curve. “The kitchen is extraordinary, with high ceilings and warm timber cabinetry. I wanted even more warmth in this room and was inspired by that chilli red oven. “Painting the feature brick wall in Dulux Wash&Wear Gold Pheasant added that extra warmth I was after without taking away from the best feature – the oven. The accents on this wall didn’t need to contrast, so I painted the shelving to match the wall and added an eclectic display of artwork and vessels in tonal shades. “To soften the contrast between the feature wall and the white in the room, I opted to paint the rangehood a gentle blush – Dulux Wash&Wear in Treeless. This colour also sits beautifully against the brass tap. “You can use colour to make your home whatever you need it to be, whether that’s refuge, relaxation or nostalgic memories of past adventures. There are no rules – just follow your instincts!” (Photos for Dulux by Lisa Cohen)
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for sale Treetops 50 Fryers Road, Chewton Sitting high above Fryers Rd, this 3 bedroom home delivers modern eco-conscious living close to the village of Chewton. The home is extremely well insulated, double glazed throughout and with solar power. Outside is a private courtyard, water tanks, clever use of terracing for the garden and masses of native plants. This is eco-sustainable living.
Release Roderick 5 Roderick Street, Castlemaine Immaculately presented 3 bedroom home on an elevated block and just a 10 minute walk to town. The home sits on a 302m2 block, surrounded by low maintenance gardens where you can enjoy the sunshine. Light and bright living with 1 bathroom ready to enjoy.
Templeton Cottage 69 Templeton Street, Castlemaine Quintessential Castlemaine, the heart of the village, historic 1850’s red brick cottage. Featuring an abundance of charm, gas log fire, split system heating and cooling, 2 double bedrooms, landscaped gardens and separate fully lined studio with power. On an allotment of 507sqm with parking via side access - what a find!
Smart design 7 Roalies Place, Campbells Creek Stunning contemporary home perfectly positioned on an allotment of 535sqm. This smart home features double glazing, clerestory windows to the north and south creating spacious living. Within walking distance to both Campbells Creek and Castlemaine amenities. This is a home that offers everything for a quiet, modern lifestyle.
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Caramel Cottage 88 Hargraves Street, Castlemaine Caramel Cottage offers two bedrooms, contemporary bathroom, with living, meals and a super-smart cottage kitchen. In the rear gardens is a near new air-conditioned studio, its loft mezzanine bedroom reached by ladder. So close to the heartbeat of beautiful Castlemaine, this one is not to be missed.
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An absolute rarity, this single level custom-built home showcases plenty of living space and flexible accommodation on a large level, garden of 1120m2 featuring rear and side access perfect for a caravan, workshop or both. Boasting a double auto garage with convenient internal access to a butlers pantry, the interior is styled with superior comfort in mind. The spacious family room and dining room flow harmoniously to the sun-splashed north facing rear deck. There is a large formal lounge room with double doors and a large well-appointed kitchen fitted with stainless steel appliances. Perfect for casual entertaining, relax with friends under the adjoining alfresco area. There are four generous double bedrooms, a walk-in linen press, and two stylish bathrooms including an ensuite with a separate toilet. The large level garden features both side and rear access with space for a caravan, workshop or whatever your outdoor want is. Positioned just 1km from the Campbells Creek Primary school and even closer to recreational facilities, bushlands and the nearby local Five Flags pub and General Store, this is a quality modern lifestyle home with a location to delight and enjoy.
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Set on the fertile Loddon River flats of Newbridge, this unique character property comprises two historic buildings and a wonderful setting of 10 acres with a river water allocation of 4 megalitres. GRAND STORE-KEEPERS RESIDENCE circa 1870. Grand Georgian influenced solid red brick homestead features slate roofing, verandahs, bay windows, quoined masonry, 13’ ceilings and marble surround fireplaces. The home has 7 main rooms, long central hallways and service rooms including 2 bathrooms and a cellar. There are 3 bedrooms with fireplaces, a grand sitting room, family room and a kitchen with adjoining dining-lounge. Adjoining the home is a double garage and large covered outdoor entertaining area. A separate outbuilding offers a 6 car garage with studio room and a 3rd bathroom.
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Just 700m from the centre of Daylesford’s shopping hub, this original Victorian home occupies a 1,011m2 garden allotment and features 12 principal rooms with over 300m2 of living. Having been a much loved family home and formerly used as a boarding house, the substantial period home is now ready for its next chapter and custodian. The home has a classic bull-nose lacework verandah, central arched hallway with decorative timber panelling, Baltic timber linings, open fire places, French doors and original period windows. The main level has 7 possible bedrooms, a formal lounge room, kitchenette, bathroom and a study-vestibule the leads to a balcony with district views across Doctors Gully – perfect for pre-diner drinks. Downstairs has a farmhouse kitchen, dining room, lounge room, 2 bathrooms, store room and verandah. The combination of the 2 levels of so many rooms offers many accommodation possibilities.
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Boasting a spacious floor-plan, level north-east orientated gardens with a entertaining deck and a covered patio area, this brick townhouse offers stylish surrounds in walking distance to the town centre. The home has a double garage with direct entry, 3 bedrooms with robes, main and ensuite bathrooms, separate laundry and toilet. The generous north-east facing livingdining area has a well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher and gas cooking, glassed doors that open to the gardens and ducted reverse cycle air throughout. The private, level gardens offer a sunny outdoor aspect that is easy care. Positioned in a quiet cul-de-sac just 700m from the shops, this home is a rarity that offers quality easy living in the heart of Castlemaine.
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A perfect mix of modern comfort in a rural landscape, this captivating 25.91 hectare (64 acre) property offers a private and peaceful retreat within close proximity to Melbourne. A standout feature of the property is the sprawling dam. More a lake than a dam, it spreads across approximately 18 acres with an estimated 62 megalitre capacity creating a haven for wildlife and an ever changing migration of birds. It also services the property’s grounds including fruit trees, olive grove, vegetable patch and ornamental gardens and is the perfect place to enjoy a spot of fishing. Designed for relaxed country living, the substantial solid brick home has been transformed by the current owners to compliment the surroundings. Sitting high, it takes advantage of the lake views and sympathetic to its rural setting, the home has been modernised with a rustic feel. There are three living zones in the home, a huge rumpus, a second family room that is currently set up as a craft space/home office and the central living incorporating the dining area with stone feature wall. The entertainer’s kitchen has a well set out walk-in pantry, Falcon double oven, large island for preparation, stone benchtops, dishwasher and a large recess to accommodate any size fridge/freezer. There are currently three dedicated bedrooms with a fourth set up as a dressing room to the master. The master bedroom has picture windows to two sides and an ensuite bathroom. The other bedrooms also have picture windows to maximise the views and are serviced by the fam-
ily bathroom that has a deep oval bath for a relaxing soak. There is a second toilet and a large laundry/mudroom. Further features include: - Heated in-ground, salt chlorinated swimming pool - Solid fuel heating and split system heat/cooling - Large covered alfresco, multiple outdoor living zones and return verandah - 80,000 litres of rain-water storage - 9m x 20m 7-bay machinery shed with open bay caravan storage, concrete and power - Significant eucalypts and second dam This is a truly unique lifestyle property and one that must be inspected to be appreciated.
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Getting you back on the road
It would be strange for Laurie Sheppard of L & L Smash Repairs in Brooke Street Woodend to find something to work on not covered by his expertise, after all, he has more than 40 years of industry experience. Jointly owned by Laurie and Louise Sheppard, the business has been established for 36 years and has developed a reputation for a can-do attitude to the automotive panel repair landscape. Throughout the years there is one thing that has stood out and the Sheppards have embraced it.
"Our experience tells us that customers always want to get back on the road pretty quickly, " Laurie says. "We provide quality workmanship and work with all insurance companies to ensure all repair work in carried out smoothly," he says. The experience at L & L Smash Repairs will sort out any problem from panel beating, spray painting or chassis alignment. "We always work to keep cars and people on the road with a minimum of fuss," Laurie says.
Supercar sells for $600K
Walkinshaw Andretti United’s winning supercar driven by Chaz Mostert has sold for $610,000 under the hammer to an anonymous bidder last month at Lloyds Auctions. With the vehicle accepting online bids for nearly three weeks before the sale on the Lloyds Auctions website, the bids revved up the competition between bidders on auction day. "Never before have we seen a complete race-winning Supercar with its V8 racing engine go to auction, this moment will go down in Australian motorsport history,” said Lee Hames, chief operating officer for Lloyds Auctions. "Not only is it the first Holden that Chaz drove to victory with Walkinshaw Andretti, but it is the final Gen II chassis that Walkinshaw Racing will ever build." The new custodian will receive delivery at the completion of the 2022 Supercars Championship meaning there are plenty of opportunities for more victories to be added to its growing list of achievements and add to the value of the vehicle in years to come. It was delivered in full running condition in the specification it competes in at the 2021 Bathurst 1000 last weekend and in livery the new owner wishes from the 2021 or 2022 season. There was also a road-legal Holden race car that went up for auction, a HSV GTSR W1 4 Door Build #017, which sold to a Holden enthusiast for $750,000. "Holdens continue to appreciate in value, anything of a limited build, celebrity affiliation, significant history or chrome bumpers just keeps going up in value and we urge any Holden enthusiast looking for advice to give us a call right now," Mr Hames said.
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Motoring More locals die on local roads
The vast majority of people killed on regional Victorian roads are locals to the area, according to new research presented at an international road safety conference in Melbourne last month. The Transport Accident Commission data showed that about 80 per cent of people killed on roads in regional Victoria last year died within a 30km radius of their home. In comparison, over the previous three years (2017-2019) about 65 per cent of regional deaths were people who died within a 30km radius of home. The research was presented at the Australasian Road Safety Conference, held online due to COVID-19 restrictions. The statistics dispel the myth that people dying in fatal crashes in regional Victoria are predominantly visitors or people unfamiliar with the roads they’re travelling on. "There is simply no room for complacency when we get behind the wheel, even if we are traveling close to home on familiar roads," said Transport Accident Commission acting CEO Liz Cairns. "We’ll continue to invest in life-saving infrastructure and roll out cutting edge education campaigns to make regional roads safer, but we still need people to heed the warning; slow down and make safe choices," Ms Cairns said.
TAC research also shows that country drivers are significantly more likely to speed on 100km/h regional roads than metro drivers, increasing their risk of death or serious injury in a crash. Deaths on regional roads accounted for 60 per cent of fatal crashes in Victoria last year, and people who live in country areas are consistently overrepresented in road deaths every year. While there has been a reduction in the number of lives lost in rural areas so far this year, tragically 80 people have still died on regional roads. Across the whole state, 168 people have been killed, compared with 153 at the same time last year. The Australasian Road Safety Conference was hosted by the Australasian College of Road Safety and supported by the Transport Accident Commission and the Department of Transport.
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Gardiners Garage in Gisborne is one of the town's best-known businesses. And so it should be...it's been around for well over 150 years. It was established by Sandy Gardiner as a coach building and wheelwright business servicing not only the local community but travellers on their way to the goldfields. Of course, it's had a number of different owners throughout the years. Shannon Mclay took over Gardiners two years ago and from the Newy Road location, is pleased to keep up the long-held tradition offering excellent service the Gardiners' way. They offer a range of servicing and right now, are reminding drivers to have that
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Chris Mallon has been named among the first VET Champions, a new state government initiative showcasing those who have built successful careers through Vocational Education and Training. The Gisborne local is a national sales manager from ACM Auto Parts and joins 21 other VET Champions selected to share their story and inspire the next generation. Mr Mallon completed an apprenticeship to become a motor mechanic and worked in a wrecking yard. He soon realised that he was also great at data and analytics, and the owner moved him into warehousing and sales. After a fulfilling career, he is now national sales manager, he leads a team of 14 people and manages exports of around $5 million at ACM Auto Parts. Local MP Mary-Anne Thomas has congratulated Mr Mallon, who will share his valuable experiences at events, participate in panel discussions, and meet with students at school events and careers days. Find out more about the VET Champions initiative and explore their stories vic.gov.au/vet-champions.
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Time warp politicians Margaret Grey, Castlemaine I was startled when reading Ian Braybrook's letter ('If the cap fits', Opinions, September 28) as I don't always agree with the ideas he puts forward. This particular letter of his consolidates my own views in a succinct, clear and simple way. Have we really elected politicians who think they are in a time warp reverting back to the 1950s-60s rather that being clearthinking representatives of our nation in the 21st century? If so, I hope in the future we can change the political course of our country.
Short sighted in the extreme John Mitchell, Kyneton It was heartening to note that a fourth generation Kyneton family ('We must allow progress', Opinions, September 28) is not locked into the past like our shire councillors and some of our Macedon Ranges residents. Though I was surprised the motion to reject the McDonald’s/Bunnings/ service station developments was moved by Cr Ridgeway who I had thought was pro development and seconded by Cr Moore, who represents Gisborne and not Kyneton! Rejecting the developments proposed for the industrial side of the Calder (note: not the township/village side) was short sighted in the extreme. And many of residents who oppose the development are, I suspect, people who would have rejoiced and given praise had it been just Bunnings. But the sight of the golden arches fills them with utter terror. Even if the development was not in line with the shire’s planning rules, assisting the developer(s) to meet the regulations would have been much better than simply rejecting it. What sort of message does that send to future developments? I have only lived in Kyneton for some 10 years, but I will welcome the three projects when VCAT prevails, as it surely must. Without developments such as these time will simply pass us by as Kyneton, sadly, becomes known as the sleepy hollow where nothing happens. Personally, I am not a fan of McDonald’s or fast food, but I will be there with my ears back when it opens – and on day one I will munch with relish into a double cheese burger. And as for Bunnings? Find me a tradie in Kyneton who is not hanging out for there to be, at last, some competition for Home Hardware. I love Kyneton and adhere to the Chinese adage “when the winds of change blow, some people build walls and others build windmills”.
Non-polluting energy Chris Hooper, Castlemaine Steve Geddes writes ('Sustainability 101', Opinions, September 28) correctly that we are too dependent on meat products and that animal welfare and food miles are important issues. But not using chicken and pork waste in the proposed bioenergy facility at Don KR would mean all those tonnes of waste going to landfill creating methane. We are far too used to having chicken every day if we wish. It used to be much more occasionally eaten. I personally only buy free range and hopefully organic chicken and don't buy Don's products. It's in the meantime that facilities like this can help use waste to transform it into nonpolluting energy. Where Mr Geddes is incorrect though, is about trees being cut down for the facility. The pyrolysis gasifier is for woody waste, not trees cut down from forests specifically for the facility. I assume there will be orchard tree prunings and trees that have
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been pulled out to plant new ones and the garden waste currently taken to the landfill facility by the community.
Respect our Camp Alice Matthiesson, Castlemaine Last Tuesday’s Midland Express (September 28, p.43) carried a large notification from the Macedon Ranges Shire regarding an amendment to its Planning Scheme. It is adding a Heritage Overlay to Bunjil Creek Bridge and extending another Heritage Overlay to include trees. How refreshing to see a shire that adds to its heritage protection. Mount Alexander Shire seems sadly burdened by its overlays. The lovely Camp Reserve is to lose trees and topography at the main entrance on Forest Street. The Heritage Overlay will be sacrificed for a series of generic sports courts in artificial green or aqua surfaces. In one of Castlemaine’s most significant and elegant precincts. Well that will knock your eye out!
A metro plan? Irene Perkin, Gisborne Regional Roads Victoria is again attempting to ruin Black Forest Drive, which runs between Macedon and Woodend a distance of 8.7 kilometres. Proposals are in place to reduce vehicular traffic to one-lane each way. This will leave no provision to overtake slower vehicles and no safe space should there be an emergency ahead. This idea was commenced some years ago, and public outrage demanded VicRoads re-think and they were required to erase all the new white lane markings. The new proposal allows for separate cycle lanes – which in my humble opinion could well be provided for off-road offering greater safety. Surely the majority of cyclists using this section of road are there for recreation and would enjoy riding through nature, rather than on bitumen. The proposal also includes turning lanes with pedestrian refuges – taking up a threemetre central strip. It appears to me to be a metro plan being forced upon a rural country drive.
Community wish ignored Patrick Francis, Romsey Your article 'Romsey aged care to VCAT' (Midland Express, September 28) raises two important issues. Firstly, the role of councillors to abide by recommendations from the community, and secondly, the appropriateness of situating aged care outside the town boundary. Despite Crs Anderson and Guthrie pointing out that consultation in 2018 with the Romsey community concluded that no development should occur north of the town boundary so the proposal should not happen on this site, the majority of councillors ignored community wishes and voted in favour of an aged-care facility being built there. This vote undermines the point of having community consultation, which is considered an integral part of local government operation. Secondly, how appropriate is an agedcare facility outside the town boundary for its residents, particularly those in low care, and the residents’ families. The further away the facility is from town, the more isolated residents will feel. The opportunity to walk or 'scooter' into town is practically denied. It’s an important issue for families particularly if a resident’s partner remains in the family home. There are two other issues with this aged-care facility proposal. The developer is quoted as saying there “…were no suitable alternatives within the town boundary”. This is hard to believe when a one-hectare block behind the main street shopping precinct, is a paddock grazed by sheep.
Maybe the developer is referring to suitably priced alternative sites? The sheep paddock’s central position would be ideal for an aged-care facility. Secondly, the proposed site is on the highest quality agricultural land available in the shire. Failure to protect such land for future generations is an abandonment of council’s responsibility to protect such land for future environmental and food production opportunities.
Not welcome Chris Moore, Welshman's Reef The law states that everyone must check in when they attend any shop or vendor. This means that staff are required by law and by their managers and companies to ensure that customers check in. They are doing their job. It is not their mandate – they didn’t make the law, and whether you agree with this or not, it is not their decision. And yet, we have seen so many instances of people abusing staff at shops, and I am aware of young people who are still in school being abused at Castlemaine Baker’s Delight for doing what they are required to do. Staff members who have the gumption to get part-time work while they are still studying, and who end up in tears because of the violent and obscene rhetoric from customers. Let’s be clear. You, who are so adamant about your rights, do NOT have the right to abuse people who are just doing their job. You do NOT have the right to scream your ridiculous and uninformed ideologies at people who are just trying to earn a wage. You do NOT get to unleash your anger and indignation at young people who are learning to be responsible contributors to society. And if you are reading this and do not feel ashamed at your actions, then you surely must be a reprehensible person who should just stay away. You are not welcome among the decent people in this community.
Local knowledge (1 point)
1. What year did Elton John perform at Hanging Rock as part of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour? (Bonus point: how many shows did he perform there?) 2. Beauchamp Street is in which Macedon Ranges town? 3. Mica Grange garden is located where? 4. Who is Gisborne Primary School’s principal?
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5. Castlemaine’s Theatre Royal was built in which decade?
General knowledge (1 point)
6. Norma Jean was the given name of which Hollywood star? 7. Which Australian state is the only one not to be represented by a team in the AFL? 8. What is the next line in this INXS song: “Don’t ask me, What you know is true, Don’t have to tell you...” (Bonus point: what is the song title?) 9. The following are all types of what: butter, funnel, bundt and pound?
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10. In what decade did South Korea gain independence?
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Some weeks back we published a photo of Tylden School 621 from 1929 and put a call out to any readers who recognised their relatives to get in touch with us. Local Jill Henderson was quick to respond with a full list of names of those pictured as follows: Back row L to R: Mavis Bloomfield, Mavis Hawkins, Audrey Maxwell, Rosie Watson, Doris Quinn and Dulcie Sievers. Front L to R: Stuart Murphy, Bruce Fleming, Louis Bloomfield, Lovell Hurlestone, Dick Sievers and Frank Murphy. The teacher was Jim Drummond. "Tylden PS celebrated its 125th Anniversary in 1987," Jill said. "I was working in the school office then, was also a member of the organising committee, and was a co-author of the history booklet, but didn't have time to follow up with the photos. "My husband, Bill Henderson, and Norm Enders (Norm was an ex student) said they would do them so borrowed photos and re took them to put copies on display on the day, not original photos in case they were taken, as we were warned they might be. "For any photos that were missing names, they had sheets of paper beside them and people came and filled in the blanks." Jill said she hoped this information helped trigger a few memories for others whose relatives were in the photo.
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Kyneton CWA members have been busy sewing Christmas flags to decorate the town's CBD. The flags were delivered last month to Rotary Club of Kyneton members who will install them around the town. "We've made 60 in the Christmas colours so we're happy with that," CWA president Helen Cook said. "The girls have done a lot of work, one member in particular, Kerry, has done the sewing for us." Rotary president Geoff Barrett said the club was very pleased to have partnered with another community organisation for
the effort. "I reckon they've done an excellent job and the flags will lift the town for Christmas," he said. The Kyneton CWA branch meets every third Thursday of the month at 10am at the Baptist Church in Kyneton. Ms Cook said more members were always welcome. "Bring a friend and we'll make you all welcome. We need a lot of members," she said. Anyone interested in finding out more can contact Helen Cook on 5422 2869 or 0407 936 977.
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Died peacefully at Ellery House Castlemaine on October 2nd, 2021. Dearly loved friend of Iain, loved mother of Raelene, mother in law of Bill, much loved by her 6 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Loved daughter of Arthur and Ivy, beloved sister of William (dec). Ethel, Dorothy, Charles (dec). Georgina and George (dec). Long time good friend of Ivan, Gladys and Tim. Our sincere thanks to Dr. Jones and Dr. Mungi, Castlemaine Health and Ellery House Castlemaine nurses and staff.
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A child of the Pied Piper Born Busteni, Romania 21 August 1936. Died Kyneton, Victoria 29 September 2021. Christa will be remembered as a voracious reader, devourer of culture and art. Warm in her hospitality and a wonderful cook. Christa was an insightful observer and nature lover; kind and thoughtful. Christa travelled widely with her husband Ian (deceased). After arriving in Australia Christa lived in Cowra, Sydney, Cheshire (UK), Perth, Canberra. Home for the last 11 years was Kyneton, Victoria. Much loved by Kathy, John, Paul, Froni, Sue, Sam, and her grandchildren Caspian and Renny. A video streamed funeral will be held in Kyneton. Details available from the family or T J Scott & Son. KN260171
Harvey Charles Loftus 3.4.1930 - 2.10.2021
Members of the Diggers Rest Bowls Club are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Chooka. A much respected member and friend to all. A club icon who will be sadly missed. Condolences to Ann and family. KN260082/L
Bereavement Thanks HOOD - Norma (nee Franklin) 18.3.1927 – 25.5.2021
Norma’s family would like to thank everyone for the visits, cards and flowers received at the time of her passing. The expressions of sympathy and your support were very much appreciated and a great comfort to the family. Special thanks to Dr. Dewar, Ellery House, Castlemaine Health & Mount Alexander Funerals for their respectful, wonderful care of Norma. KN260020/L
In Memoriam
Employment
BOYER Margaret Jean
CONCRETE LABOURER
2/5/1940 - 04/10/2014 Missing you more and more as each year passes. Loved and remembered always. Your Loving Husband Geoff and Family xo
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CIOPICZ – Marion
Passed away 9.10.2014 Another year has passed us by The cracks begin to show Seven years ago you left this life We all miss you so Time doesn’t heal the loss we feel Our grief is still so raw We think of you every day And love you ever more You are forever in our hearts And you will never be forgotten Your devoted wife Carolyn. Wonderful Dad of Letricia, Stuart and Tamara. Loved Maz of Craig, Katie and Brent. Adored Poppy of Jemma, Alyssa, Riley, Ebony, Sullivan and Harrison. Great Poppy of Zachary – born 2021. KN260151/L
Dr. Paul Campion Maher
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Agistment HORSE agistment, 8 acres. New fencing, town water. $5 per day, per horse. Kyneton. Ph. 0467 689 070.
Lost ONE Angus cow, PIC tagged, last seen Mowbrays Road Cadello. Calf missing mum so please check your paddocks. Ph 0419 441 993.
Passed away in Bendigo.
Beloved Husband, Father, Father-in law, Pop to 17, Great Pop to 12, Brother-in law and Uncle. You will be sadly missed by your adoring family, especially your wife Maureen of 67 years and your daughters Robyn, Janine, Carolyn, Andrea, Sally and Kate. You were a true legend, a great pal to many and you lived life to the fullest with kindness and laughter. Rest In Peace Harvey Charlie.
Son of Frank and Molly, brother of Margaret, Philippa, Jerome and Elizabeth. Loved husband of Joan, proud and devoted father of Jonathan, Joshua and Pinar, Jeremy and Hannah, and special Poppie of Louis, Alfred, Ella, Rupert and Arlo.
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School in Kyneton is seeking a Grade 5/6 full time teacher for a contract position beginning Term 1 2022. OLR is seeking a teacher with a passion for education, a commitment to personal, professional and spiritual growth, and one willing to join our dynamic staff team.
Paul was a wonderfully unique character who lived free of convention always true to his high principles. His wit and intelligence amused and challenged us and his care and compassion remained to the end as did his singing. His spirit is free at last.
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Castlemaine’s Caitlin and Oscar McGregor were among the crowd that filled Victory Park on Friday as part of nation-wide protests d om the e federal government. Eve Lamb L Gas was w on the nose as hundreds of locals gathered in astlema aine's Victory Park on Friday as part of nationwide otests demanding genuine climate action from the federal vernm ment. Many more Castlemaine students and more mature sidents s caught public transport to Melbourne to join the timate ed 5000 people who gathered at Treasury Gardens r a rally y and march organised by SchoolStrike4Climate in sponse e to this month’s federal budget. A sea a of signs called on Prime Minister Scott Morrison d Trea asurer Josh Frydenberg to stop funding gas and stead invest in genuine climate change solutions. In Cas stlemaine speakers included Central Vic Climate tion's Bernard Tonkin who took to the podium urging the owd to o join a new campaign aimed at forcing superannuon fun nds to divest from financing the fossil fuels sector.
"We're encouraging everyone to write to their super funds and tell them to go fossil-free by 2025 or we're going to roll over to a committed fossil-free fund collectively and publicly," Mr Tonkin told the crowd that filled Victory Park. The afternoon rally drew a diverse cross-section of people from the very young to grandparents who turned up with placards displaying slogans like "weapons eapons of mass indifference - our greatest threat" and "Marrs is not an option". Speakers ranged from school children to o Indigenous elder Uncle Rick Nelson to Mount Alexande er Shire Council's climate officer Jodi Newcombe who ou utlined council progress toward achieving net zero emissio ons by 2030 including last week's announced sign-on to o the 46-council strong Victorian Energy Collaboration. The historic new bulk clean energy powe er purchasing deal is forecast to deliver 45 per cent of all participating
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Women in sport grants
Women can now apply for the Change Our Game Scholarships Grants Program. The state government program supports women to pursue leadership opportunities across all levels of sport with scholarship grants of up to $10,000 available. Nominations are open to all recognised state sport and recreation bodies, local government authorities and regional sports assemblies. This round will also include a category for women whose roles have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic and provide career coaching or counselling for candidates looking to identify transferable skills, reskill or re-evaluate a career pathway in the sport and recreation sector. For details, visit: changeourgame.vic.gov.au
Lakey’s Morrish Medal Flynn Lakey (right) celebrates a Calder goal with Matthew Weber in 2021. Picture: AFL Photos There was plenty of elation in the Gisborne area last week as teenage star Flynn Lakey won the NAB League’s Morrish Medal. Lakey played nine matches with the Calder Cannons this season in between some senior matches with Gisborne. The ball-winning midfielder was best afield three times with the Cannons, and finished with 12 votes to shared the prestigious medal with Greater Western Victoria’s big man Josh Rentsch.
Both were named on the interchange bench in the NAB’s team of the year. Flynn’s father, Marty, was a star player and Flynn has inherited similar attributes, being a prolific handballer and kick gatherer around the midfield and on the ball. “It’s a big of a shock. I didn’t really think about it too much at all,” Flynn said after the realisation sunk in he would share the Morrish Medal, won by many players who have later made a name for themselves at the top level.
Beginning his football as a seven-yearold, Flynn played over 100 matches with Gisborne Rookies, and represented the RDFNL at U13, U14 and U15 levels. Gisborne’s senior women’s team captain, Claire Bourdon, has finished third with 17 votes in the Essendon District Football League’s division one best and fairest count. An outstanding midfielder, Bourdon was instrumental in the Bulldogs’ success in 2021.
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Woodend Junior Football Netball Club has been awarded $2000 as part of Woolworths' Pick Fresh Play Fresh Grants program. The grants support grassroots netball clubs and associations across Australia, and are focused on helping young netball players get more healthy, fresh nutrition at training and on match days. The club will be able to fund things such as new fridges, juicers, access to dietitians, or even allow a canteen makeover. The Woodend club is one of 75 across Australia to receive a grant through the program.
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Lancefield Football Netball Club has re-appointed senior coaches Tom Waters and Michelle Rix for the 2022 season. Both have played a major role in rekindling interest in football and netball at Tigerland. Quality ruckman Waters won Bowen Medals with Lancefield in 2008 and 2010 before embarking on a marathon careen embracing both the Bendigo and Riddell leagues, finally 'returning home' to Tigerland. Rix has a long and illustrious playing and coaching career, and despite setbacks through injuries to key players plus COVID restrictions, has overseen a Lancefield netball revival at all levels. The Tigers hope that the 2022 season can see a return to normality.
Netball team of the year
The Riddell League’s starstudded netball team selected for 2021 is: GS: Chloe Wilson (Macedon). GA: Tahnysta Salonoa (Wallan). WA: Chloe Gray (Riddell). Centre: Caitlyn Alifraco (Macedon). Wing defence: Gemma Grimmond (Wallan). Goal defence: Stefanie Symes (Diggers Rest). Goal keeper: Magan Grbac (Woodend-Hesket). Interchange: Katie Clarke (Macedon), Tarryn Munro (Riddell), Tara O’Grady (Riddell). Coach of the Year: Carly Arkinstall (Woodend-Hesket) 15 votes. Player of the Year: Megan Grbac.
Cricket delay
The start of Gisborne District Cricket Association’s season has been delayed due to the impact of COVID-19. “The season will not start until mid-November depending on state vaccination numbers,” GDCA president Rob McIntyre stated yesterday. Fixtures for the new season have yet to be drawn up.
Helvetian ridden by Will Gordon wins the CHS Construction 0-58 Handicap at Murtoa Racecourse on Saturday. Photo: Alice Miles/Racing Photos Kyneton-trained Helvetian scored an easy win in the CHS Construction 0-58 Handicap at Murtoa Cup Day on Saturday. Helvetian was ridden by in-form jockey Will Gordon for trainer Charles Cassar, and it was the six-year-old gelding’s third win from 34 starts, with prizemoney now totalling $74,730. Starting second favourite, Helvetian was never threatened by runner-up Swanky Cat.
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The Bowen Medal, the highest individual football award in the Riddell League, has been won with just 11 votes, the lowest number in the count since its inception back in 1946. But this year the COVID-19 pandemic and its restrictions cut the interrupted season to just 11 rounds, without any finals. Talented Wallan midfielder Ricky Schraven finished one vote clear of much-improved Romsey duo Nathan Hoy and Aaron Paterson in the count, but both were ineligible due to having been suspended during the season. Thus the official Bowen runners-up were 2019 winner Jaidyn Caruana (Diggers Rest), skilful utility Matthew Dick (Macedon) and ruckman Peter Akech (Melton Centrals). The presentation night was a virtual livestream by the league for two hours on Friday evening, rather than the usual glittering in-person function. Opinions were widely divided among football followers about the likely outcome of the medal count, with minor premier Wallan having nine players in the Team of the Year, including Ricky Schraven. The outcome was in the balance until votes from the last round played were announced. Schraven appeared somewhat surprised with the result, stating he felt very humbled.
“I didn’t expect to be anywhere near this,” he declared, thanking all his teammates and expressing the hope the Magpies could take out the 2022 premiership.. Ricky and brother Ben began their football with the Wallan juniors, and the Bowen Medal winner is now in his mid-20s and keen to see the club go from strength to strength. While Schraven may not have the high profile of several other Magpies, he’s a valued club person on and off the field. Wallan secretary Helen Mulroney, who received the league’s 2021 Unsung Hero award for her tireless work, said Schraven was instrumental in extra players coming to play with Wallan. His links built up when with the Calder Cannons and Coburg have proved very handy. Schraven become the seventh Wallan player to win a Bowen – with Les and Ian Benjamin being the first two to achieve this feat. Current star Jesse Davies was the last with 27 votes in 2018. The Scarborough Medal for the top plater in the Reserves also went down to the last round played. Woodend-Hesket’s fleet-footed Finn Urie finished the season off with 17 goals and 10 votes to share the medal with top goalkicker Liam Birch. Woodend-Hesket’s Justin Rodda
Boom at Berryland Malmsbury Cricket Club is poised for another very successful run in the Gisborne District Cricket Association this season. Coming off back-to-back division one premierships, the club is thriving and hoping to field five teams this year. Providing only two senior sides in last year’s competition, early signs at training have been more than positive. It is envisaged the club will have three senior sides, basically the young guns, the oldies and a father son/daughter outfit. It is highly likely, numbers permitting, they will have an Under 15 boys team, and excitingly
for the very first time, a girls Under 17 team. The club has picked up a couple of promising senior players so far, but are in need of more, particularly juniors. Training is at the MCG on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 5pm for men and women, Thursday from 4.30pm Junior boys U13-U15, and Friday from 4.30pm for U/15-U/17 girls. For more information, call Matt Cox on 0408 552 805. So, if you fit the age groups for the boys and girls junior sides, want to meet new friends, have some fun, keep fit, and learn new skills, head down to the MCG Thursday or Friday nights.
and Wallan’s Darren Korp were runners-up on nine votes. The Watson Medal for the U19.5s was easily won by dynamic Diggers Rest midfielder Justin Tanaglia with 13 votes. He is tipped to be a future senior level star. BEST DEFENDERS The Buffalo Sports award for the best defender, based on goal umpires’ voting, went to Riddell’s Patrick MacDonough, from Thomas Keaney (Lancefield). Reserves winner was Macedon’s Harrison ‘The Wall' Shipp, with Luke Roberts runner-up. The Under 19s best defender was Romsey’s Mitchell Rees, from Daniel Rodger (Diggers Rest). The Bendigo Bank ‘Community Builder’ award for 2021 went to Western Rams stalwart Mark Smith. PLAYER OF THE YEAR Wallan’s elusive spearhead Matt Perri was voted as ‘Player of the Year’. Perri, a vastly experienced goalkicker, topped the century mark with the Magpies in 2019 when they reach the grand final, and was leading goalkicker for 2021 with 46 goals. Romsey’s versatile Jack Jedwab was runner-up with 35, with 2017 Bowen Medallist Jason Cooke (Macedon) in third place on 33. Wallan’s Liam Birch easily won the Reserves goalkicking.
Netball coach honoured
Woodend-Hesket’s head netball coach, Carly Arkinstall, said it was an honour and totally unexpected to receive the Riddell League’s Coach of the Year award. “For me, this represents the continued investment and support in netball by our football club and netball support team in Kelly (Duff) and Anne-Louise (Lindner). “I also wan to acknowledge the amazing group of players. “We also have a strong pipeline of young talent layers coming through, and I have no doubt we’ll see them make a mark in our senior teams in years to come. “At Woodend-Hesket we pride ourselves on having a great club culture where players can have fun, develop and be competitive. “This was a particular focus for me in my coaching approach. For players to be at their best they need to feel valued and listened to. “Our goal was to be more competitive and we absolutely achieved this. Despite not being able to ay finals, the teams made great progress throughout the season. “Our A-graders comprised both long-standing players and fresh faces and to be so competitive in half the season when they hadn’t played much netball together was amazing,” Arkinstall added.
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Capping off a good week Bill West Versatile district horseman Ray Matthews has dabbled with gallopers as a trainer for nearly 20 years, and last week was one he won’t forget for a while. He now hopes a new cap from outback Queensland may be an omen for more success this spring. The week began well when he produced five-year-old gelding Marketing for an impressive win at Kilmore on Tuesday, and on Friday it was off to his favourite track at Moonee Valley for a second placing with outsider Button Express, first-up since May 13. Matthews is a very experienced career horse breaker based on a farm off Black Range Road near Romsey. Whether they are young horses destined for equestrienne, camp drafting, hacks, show circuit or the racecourse, Matthews has educated all types with his life experiences largely involving
horses, as well as cattle. He’s prepared yearlings for Kavanagh Racing (Levi and Mark) for more than a decade, and used to break-in gallopers for former top trainer Darren Weir, and Danny O’Brien. Matthews’ training facility is built from the ground up, with round yards, a sand track, barriers, and a bush trail experience. He utilises Kyneton racecourse for fast work with his gallopers. Ray’s father was the legendary pastoral agency industry veteran Jimmy Matthews, arguably the best known stock and station agent in the nation. He died aged 81 in October 2016. Supporting camp drafting was one of Jimmy’s pursuits, and Ray’s riding skills were such he won two of Australia’s prestige camp drafts, the Warwick Gold Cup and the Chinchilla Grandfather Clock, both in Queensland; he met his partner Sandra when she was organising a camp draft. Sandra is currently being kept
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busy organising her new Weemalah Angus Stud at Rochford. Back to last week’s exploits at Kilmore and Moonee Valley... “My daughter Kate (Matthews) sent this cap down from Bauhinia, about four hours drive from Rockhampton," the trainer said. “I wore it for the first time at Kilmore, and Marketing won really well after a couple of unlucky runs, then took the cap to Moonee Valley on Friday.” Lachlan King rode both of Matthews’ runners in good style, with Marketing (a $10 chance) coming from well back to win the BM64 event over 1600m by over two lengths. Big Angel and Alloway filled the minor places. “There’s a few suitable races around this time of the year, and we’ll see which suits him best,” the trainer said. New Zealand bred mare Button Express finished strongly for her second placing in the BM70 event Trainer Ray Matthews, wearing the new ‘lucky cap’, with over 1100m at The Valley, with Marketing after his impressive win at Kilmore. options ahead.
Megan creates netball history Bill West Outstanding defender Megan Grbac has created history by becoming the first Woodend-Hesket player to win the prestigious Ryan Medal. There was jubilation in the Hawks’ camp when Grbac surged to the lead in the vote count on Friday evening. “To think she was considering playing at all in 2021 is staggering, particularly with such natural talent,” commented head coach Carly Arkinstall, who was named the Riddell League’s netball coach of the year. “Meg was a standout in defence, with her athletic ability and physical pressure she would shut down her opponents and take clean, inspiring intercepts,” the coach said. “Winning the medal is a testament to a phenomenal first season at Woodend Hesket Football Netball Club.” Grbac finished with 16 votes to win from team-mate Hayley Rogers on 13, and Macedon’s star goalshooter Chloe Wilson on 12, followed by Kirby Elliott (Riddell) and Stefanie Symes (Diggers Rest) on 11. Wilson and Symes are former Ryan Medal winners. For Woodend-Hesket, the history making medal win and runner-up, coach of the year and a player in the Team of the Year reflects the upward trend in netball for the Hawks. Netball coordinator Kellie Duff said the Hawks were very lucky to have Grbac and Laura Carland join them fresh from an A-grade premiership with Seymour in the strong Goulburn Valley League. “They brought their belief and winning culture with
them, and this rippled through our A-grade team as the season went on," Duff said. Carland’s brother, Tom, was senior football coach at Woodend-Hesket in 2018 and 2019. Hayley Rogers came to the Hawks from the Western Australia State League and was a key contributor with her superb centre court play. Reflecting on the past season, Duff said the club was really happy with a marked improvement across all grades. “The future is really exciting as we build our netball department," she said. “Our 19 and under side was undefeated on top of the ladder, with two players equal third in the league count. Our young players were runners-up in the under 17s and won the under 15s award." Duff said the club was in a really strong position with a strong and supportive committee, excellent junior program, and fantastic support from the football players and the community. “A new competition court near the social rooms is coming, and we can’t wait to see what 2022 will bring,” she said. In B-grade, multiple Ryan Medal winner Rebecca Morabito (Melton Centrals) showed her skills to win with 18 votes. Riddell’s younger netballers enjoyed success as well. Tayla Mazzarella received 13 votes to take out the C-grade award, and Madison Brown was the 19 and under winner. Woodend-Hesket’s Megan Grbrac (centre) has won the presNetball’s Rising Star award went to Eden Mitchell tigious Ryan Medal. (Melton Centrals).
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Top-of-the-ladder team Wallan had nine of the 22 footballers selected in the Riddell League’s Team of the Year. B: Brenton Cox (Wallan), Michael Mannix (Wallan), Clinton Burgess (Macedon). HB: Matthew Dick (Macedon), Matthew Krul (Diggers Rest), Taylor Hine (Diggers Rest). C: Jesse Davies (Wallan), Matt Burkett (Romsey), Shaun Stewart (Wallan). HF: Corey Grindlay (Wallan), Jack Jedwab (Romsey), Steve Boyall (Wallan). F: Ben Sonogan (Riddell), Matt Perri (Wallan), Jason Cooke (Macedon). Rucks: Nathan Huy (Romsey), Callum Williamson (Riddell. Rover: Ricky Schraven (Wallan. Interchange: Tom Waters (Lancefield), Corey Vianna (Wallan), Zach Smedley (Macedon), Alister Rae (Woodend-Hesket). Coach of the Year: David Nolan (Wallan), who was also AFL Victoria Coach of the Year.
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