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VOLUME 21

Club of Woodend JULY 2018 Volume 22 // Issue 6 FIRST PUBLISHED 1997

Woodend Vietnam veteran receives rare military honour In the early morning of 12 May, 1968, hours after arriving at a new location to set up an artillery base close to Saigon...

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NAIDOC week: celebrating Aboriginal history, culture and achievements Discover the stories and songs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities through a number of events during this years’ NAIDOC week celebrations.

NAIDOC Week, being held from 8 to 15 July, is an annual nationwide celebration of the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

As part of NAIDOC Week celebrations, Council, in partnership with the Macedon Ranges Reconciliation Group, is presenting three events...continued on page 20

How to Bag the Money Woodend Community Bags group have raised $500 and want to put it towards a great community idea or project!

Since February 2017 community members from all walks of life have come together...

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HVP wishes to advise local residents that winter harvesting operations are commencing again in the Railway pine plantations, located between Macedon and Woodend east of Black Forest Drive.

Harvesting operations are expected occur from July to December.

Harvesting and delivery contractors have been instructed to minimise as far as is practical the impacts on local residents.

Residents are advised that log trucks will be using local roads including Canning Park Road, Centre Road and several other feeder roads in and around the pine plantations.

Centre Road and Scout Camp Road will be closed for public safety.

Due care should be exercised at points of truck access from the plantation on to local roads. Please observe all safety signs.

Your safety is important to us Felling and processing trees and loading trucks are hazardous activities. Large machinery is involved and the ability of operators to hear and see beyond the immediate area of operations is often restricted. Remaining trees can be de-stabilised and may fall or drop branches unexpectedly. We have a duty of care for all workers and visitors to our plantations. For these reasons: PUBLIC ACCESS TO HARVESTING SITES IS RESTRICTED FOR THE DURATION OF THE OPERATION. If you have any further enquiries please phone us on (03)5339 0000 or email: info@hvp.com

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Woodend Vietnam veteran receives rare military honour continued... ..the 1st Battalion of the Royal Australian Regiment (1 RAR) came under attack from North Vietnamese Army forces in great numbers, in what would become one the fiercest and most intense periods of fighting experienced by Australian troops in the Vietnam War, known as the Battle of Coral-Balmoral.

Fifty years later, in May this year, in Townsville, the veterans of the 1st Battalion were collectively awarded the Unit Citation for Gallantry, for “extraordinary gallantry in action”, marking the unit’s service during the Battle of CoralBalmoral, which spanned twentysix days.

Wally Fiedler, Woodend resident and member of 1 RAR was one of nearly two hundred veterans of the battle honoured for their service at the regimental dinner commemorating the 50th anniversary of the battle. They received an insignia and a medallion specially struck for the occasion. “The Battalion hosted us, made us guests of honour,” Mr Fiedler said, “it was wonderful.”

The lack of recognition received by Vietnam veterans after the war has caused lasting hurt, though. Mr Fiedler says the celebration of Coral in May, while wonderful, was fifty years too late. “Too many men never knew they got what they deserved.”

This is only the fifth Unit Citation for Gallantry given since the award’s inception.

-WRITTEN BY KELLIE FLANAGAN PHOTO OF WALLLY FiEDLER WEARING ALL OF HIS INSIGNIA AND MEDALLION

How to bag the money - continued. ...on a Thursday at the Woodend Neighbourhood House to make reusable bags from donated fabric.

Community support in the quest to go plastic-bag-free has exceeded all expectations.

“We started off selling a few bags at the monthly Woodend Farmers’ Market to raise money to buy two new machines and pay for supplies,” said Sally Scanlan, Convener of the Community Bag working team. “Sales have rocketed: people even buy the bags as gifts, and visitors to Woodend take them home as souvenirs. We’ve now found ourselves in the fortunate position of having more funds than we need!”

So over a cuppa at a recent bag-sewing session the team, with input from the Neighbourhood House staff, came up with the notion of donating $500 to support a community ideas or projects.

So how do we bag the money?

Anyone in the 3442 postcode is welcome to apply for the money. The Community Bag Group will then select its top three entries and the whole community is welcome to vote for the winner – everyone has the chance to be involved and voice their choice!

Details To be in the running for the $500 is simple. All you need to do is tell us about your idea or project in no more than 100 words (that’s about two paragraphs) - or if writing isn’t your bag, send us a 30-second video (that’s about how long it takes to say 100 words…. believe it or not!). Complete the application form at www.woodendnh.org.au/bagsofideas or visit the Woodend Neighbourhood House and they’ll register you and your idea or project.

Fine print Entrants need to live in the 3442 postcode.

Entries are open from Monday 2 July 2018 and close on Wednesday 25 July 2018.

All entries will be judged by the team from Community Bags and points will be allocated for community focus, inclusiveness, environmental impact, social impact, uniqueness and creativity.

The top three projects will then be open for public voting both online or in person at the Woodend Neighbourhood House.

The winner will be announced at the Community Lunch on Friday 17 August. Visit www.woodendnh.org.au/bagsofideas for more information and follow @woodendcommunitybags on Facebook for updates.

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Woodend, it’s time to get your thinking bags – we mean caps – on!

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Places for People program: applications open in July!

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Got a dream for a project in your town but need a hand to realise your vision?

Come along to the launch of Council’s 2018 Places for People funding program on Monday 2 July at 6.30 pm at the Woodend Community Centre and find out how your community group or organisation can benefit.

The program is a unique funding initiative that offers community groups and organisations the opportunity to share in $60,000 for the planning and delivery of community infrastructure projects that enhance a sense of place.

Previous projects funded through the program include: •

fitness equipment along the Campaspe River Trail

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interpretative signage acknowledging Dja Dja Wurrung history and culture at Woodend Children’s Park

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kitchen upgrade at Tylden Community Hall

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fitness zone at Riddells Creek park

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plaques for the Romsey historical sites

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master planning for Bald Hill Reserve

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development of the ‘Discover Historic Kyneton’ booklet and map to highlight historical places in Kyneton.

Council staff will be available at the launch to discuss the application process, highlight examples of previously successful projects and offer immediate feedback on potential ideas. Eligible local community groups with ideas for place making projects are encouraged to develop their projects over the coming weeks, read through the guidelines and discuss their ideas with Council.

Applications close Monday 23 July 2018. To attend the launch, call 5422 0333 or email placesforpeople@mrsc.vic.gov.au For more information, including forms, program guidelines, previous recipients and more, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/places-for-people SUBMITTED BY LEANNE MANTON MRSC

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Message from Councillor Janet Pearce The Woodend Winter Arts Festival was again a great success and certainly warmed us all up! We appreciate how much time, planning and volunteer hours go into organising this event. It provides us all with the opportunity to see an outstanding quality of performances and a range of different art forms in very intimate local settings.

Council received a record number of submissions (over 100) to the Budget Report 2018/19 and the Strategic Resource Plan and Council Plan 2017-2027 (Year 2), and some residents took the opportunity to present to Councillors and staff at a Special Council Meeting.

Councillors are provided with all submissions and it is always a difficult decision reviewing all the requests.

It was pleasing to read submissions supporting certain allocations, such as those for the demolition of the old squash courts and some landscape works, which will now proceed in the next financial year.

We have also received a great response to the feedback survey on the Woodend Pool with many interesting ideas.

Congratulations to all those nominated in the Bendigo Bank Macedon Ranges Business Excellence Awards. We had many attend the Mentoring Program information session.

I would also like to encourage groups to apply to Council’s 2018 Places For People Funding Program. There is now $60,000 available for the planning and delivery of infrastructure projects that enhance a sense of place and encourage inclusiveness in our community. This can include projects such as contributions to a Masterplan, upgrades, and creative projects. Our staff from Community Wellbeing are always happy to discuss ideas and applications.

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Council trials new ways to prevent collisions with wildlife Large signs urging motorists to slow down have been installed by Council on a Woodend road as part of an innovative new trial aimed at preventing vehicle collisions with wildlife.

Council has joined forces with the Macedon Ranges Wildlife Network for the trial, which has seen large signs with the message ‘Caution wildlife – Reduce speed” installed on a section of Ashbourne Road where collisions with wildlife often occur.

Research has shown that traditional diamond-shaped yellow warning signs may not be effective at reducing vehicle collisions with wildlife.

On both sides of the road leading up to the two new large green signs are zebra stripes which aim to raise drivers’ attention to the signs.

Black Gums back in the spotlight Most of us in Woodend are well aware that we have a very special threatened species in our midst. Black Gum (Eucalyptus aggregata) is listed as threatened under the Victorian Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988. Some stunning specimens can been seen if you take a walk along Five Mile Creek in town. In all the world, this species only occurs in a four-kilometre radius of Woodend in cool and moist riparian areas. Not surprisingly, its limited geographic range makes it highly vulnerable to further loss. Hence the protection of Black Gums has been a major goal for Woodend Landcare for many years.

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Acting Chief Executive Officer Dale Thornton said Council is committed to both increasing safety of local roads for drivers and protecting valuable wildlife.

“Macedon Ranges Shire is home to large diversity of native animals including 62 threatened species,” he said.

“Roads are a major hazard for wildlife that moves through the landscape, and collisions with wildlife are also a significant safety concern for drivers.”

The new signs are also the first in the world to feature the Brush-tailed Phascogale, a threatened marsupial found in the shire. Research has shown unusual icons on signage can increase driver recognition and attention to messages on signs.

Many Phascogales are killed on roadsides in the shire, with several observed by Council Environment officers so far this year.

More recently Black Gums have also caught the attention of new environmental organisation, the Threatened Species Conservancy. Lucky for us, Black Gum conservation will be one of the organisation's first projects. On Saturday 21 July, founder and ecologist Anna Murphy will be the guest speaker at Woodend Landcare's AGM. Anna will talk about what 'threatened species' actually means and how their organisation hopes to make a difference. She will also tell us more about their new Black Gum project and how to get involved.

More information about Black Gums is available on the Woodend Landcare website www.woodendlandcare.wordpress.com look under ‘projects’.

A vehicle counter system to measure motorist speeds before and after the signs has been installed and will be used to evaluate the trial.

Following the evaluation a decision will be made on whether it should be extended to other sites.

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The brief AGM will be held at the Woodend Neighbourhood House at 1.30 pm, Anna will speak at 2 pm and a tasty afternoon tea will follow.

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Why do my light globes keep blowing?

You get what you pay for cheap globes are made from poor quality materials manufactured at the lowest cost.

Buy reputable brands such as Phillips or Osram.

Things are heating up Halogen globes produce a lot of heat! This can reduce the life expectancy of some lights, especially if installed in a fitting with little or no ventilation.

There may be a fault with the light fitting, damaged cables or an unidentified electrical fault you can’t see. These issues need to be checked by a qualified electrician.

Tip: when choosing globes choose LED a safer more cost efficient globe, and the best way to compare light output is lumens not watts. The more lumens the more light produced.

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Connect and celebrate women in business Council is encouraging local businesswomen to take a lunch break with two passionate and pioneering entrepreneurs as part of an inspiring afternoon of food and conversation.

The Women in Business Networking Lunch is being held to acknowledge the achievements of women and the important role that they play in business within the Macedon Ranges.

Featuring guest speakers Diana Abruzzi from the International Women’s Federation of Commerce and Industry (IWFCI) and Catherine Cervasio from Aromababy, the event will reveal the secrets of their success.

Local resident and founder of the IWFCI, Diana Abruzzi, will share tales from her 40 year career spanning family businesses, to serving in government forums and on government boards.

Diana is a champion for the advancement of women in business throughout the world, with strong beliefs in the benefits of women building collaborative working relationships with one another.

Catherine Cervasio is the founder and

owner of Aromababy an internationally recognised skin-care brand, and the recipient of multiple business awards.

A respected speaker on topics covering women in business, export and entrepreneurship, Catherine’s experience covers product development, consultancy and education, international trade, marketing and branding.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain an insight into business from two women who’ve been there. Limited places are available, so it is important to book early.

The Women in Business Networking Lunch is being held on Thursday 9 August from 12pm to 2pm, at Macedon Valley Room, Macedon Hotel & Spa, 652 Black Forest Drive in Macedon.

The cost is $40 for Macedon Ranges businesses, and $60 for businesses based outside the shire.

This event is part of the Small Business Festival, a month-long program in August comprising of hundreds of business events all around Victoria.

For more information, or to book visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/business-events or call 5421 9616 SUBMITTED BY ANNE-MARIE MIDDLEMAST, MRSC

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Scouts Pop up Cafe success for 2018 Many visitors and locals visited the First Woodend Scouts' tenth annual Log Cabin Cafe over the recent Queen's birthday weekend; the turn-out was spectacular! It was a huge success this year, especially our Devonshire Cream Teas with Pauline's wonderful fresh scones being enjoyed almost faster than she and Leisa could bake them.

Early birds would have been lucky enough to hear the enchanting singing of 'Miranda's Picnic' vocalists, who performed a capella (unaccompanied) in beautiful harmony.

This event is the First Woodend Scouts' biggest fundraiser of the year and all hands were on deck, from Scouts and Leaders to parents, grandparents and other local volunteers. A large sum of money was raised towards sending Scout Leaders to the Australian Jamboree in South Australia, to accompany some young Scouts on the character-building trip of a lifetime!

Cub leader Ian (known as Baloo) kept up with the fast pace of orders for three full days - and is pictured here still smiling at the end of the third day!

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Lovely young Mercedes Lodge-Jones, six years of age, picked the winning raffle ticket for the trailer of wood. That lucky ticket belonged to Anne.

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Helping you make better choices in the Macedon Ranges Thank you to all our customers for your support and enthusiasm. We couldn't do it without you. Please do come back again in 2019!

In no particular order, a huge THANK YOU to all the volunteers: Wontolla, Shada, Baloo, Pauline, Leisa, Cary, Tracey, Vicki, Jodi, Lofty, Deb, Jacqui, Melissa, Jacinta, Henry, Judy, Belinda, Leonie, Jo, Nicole, Donna, Robert, Heidi, Julie, Mal, Carol, Brian, Rose, Rhiannon, Elisabeth, Hannah, Tanya, and Barbera.

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Light Up The Road Winter is here… the days are getting shorter. Many of us are now leaving and returning in the dark for our commute to work or school.

How visible you are on the road to other users?. This applies whether you are driving a car, walking, riding a bike or horse. For cyclists in particular it is important that we make ourselves as visible as possible. This means always carrying lights - use flashing front and rear lights every time you ride a bike, day or night.

What you wear is important. Are you really as visible as you think? No matter how you use the road, you need to be responsible for making yourself visible to other road users.

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Local program recognised nationally for work on gender equality and inclusion

Photo of Elaine (second from right) and the team with the awards. Centre is Engineer and Devops Manager Yaniv Kaufman second from left is the medical jewellery designer Leah Heiss of RMIT University.

Local resident innovative hearing aid “Facett” wins four Good Design awards Local resident Dr Elaine Saunders and her company Blamey Saunders Hears' design of a world-first modular hearing aid - Facett - won FOUR awards at the Australian Good Design Awards on 17 May at a gala ceremony held at the Sydney Opera House. These awards were the overall award for Design of the Year; the CSIRO Innovation Award; Best in Class for Product Design Medical/Scientific; and Best in Class for Social Impact. This followed a day in which the design won THREE awards at the prestigious AIIA iAwards (R&D Project of the Year, Community Service Markets, and Infrastructure & Platform Innovation of the Year)!

Facett provides unparalleled ease of use, inexpensive upgradability options, and aesthetic appeal. Magnetic rechargeable battery modules click easily into place, replacing fiddly disposable batteries and empowering people with partial vision and dexterity with independence. (see https://www.facett.com.au/) The Good Design award judges concurred that “This product has incredible potential to make a very positive impact on people’s lives who suffer from hearing loss. The use of rechargeable batteries and magnetic coupling is highly innovative.”

“Every little detail of this product has been meticulously designed with the end user in mind. This is a world-class product that is extremely well resolved from every perspective. The stunning jewel-like design does well to remove the stigma of hearing aids by drawing parallels to jewellery and wearable art. Exquisite detailing, high-end technology and excellence in design make this a stand-out product that should be recognised and celebrated at the highest levels.”

Facett’s design featured input from hearing aid users, RMIT and Swinburne universities, Melbourne Museum, and Extel Technologies. It is manufactured in Australia and received grant funding from the state and federal governments.

An innovative program that seeks to promote gender equality and inclusion in Macedon Ranges’ sporting clubs and CFA brigades was highly commended for its efforts this week at the National Awards for Local Government.

The awards, an annual celebration of Australian local government achievements, highlight innovative and resourceful solutions that local governments have implemented to make a difference within their communities.

The awards recognised the Rural Challenge Gender Equality Leadership Program, which aims to create more gender-equitable CFA brigades and football/netball clubs in the Macedon Ranges and the City of Greater Bendigo.

Program participants attend a series of workshops designed to empower leaders to improve gender equality in their organisations by developing their own gender-equality action plan.

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Community and Culture, Jill Karena, said recognition of the value of the program nationally further highlights the importance of the program.

“Since the program’s inception over a year ago, fifteen community organisations have participated, with feedback from them overwhelmingly positive,” she said.

“Each organisation is now actively working toward an improved culture of respect and support, and all have developed their own action plans, events and training sessions to continue to support gender equality in their local community.

“We’re proud that this program is being recognised for its aims, and even happier that it’s supporting safe, inclusive and respectful environments for the benefit of all.”

The Rural Challenge Gender Equality Leadership Program will run in the Macedon Ranges region in the second half of 2018.

CFA brigades and sporting clubs interested in participating in the program should contact Jessica Crofts on 5422 0333 or email jcrofts@mrsc.vic.gov.au SUBMITTED BY LEANNE MANTON

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Movies that Matter In 2018, the Movies that Matter program of the Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group is trying a new look: we will screen films quarterly on Friday nights at the Norma Richardson Hall, 15 Buckland Street, Woodend.

Entry will be by donation (with recommended donation of $5 for MRSG members and $10 for nonmembers). There will be refreshments too – also by donation. Our Next film for the year is both about celebrating nature and biodiversity and some amazing efforts to protect it.

Friday 27 July, 7.30 pm – The Desperate Plight of the Orange-Bellied Parrot (meet the film-makers event): the orange-bellied parrot is the most endangered parrot in the world. They breed over the summer in south-west Tasmania and then cross Bass Strait to spend the winter on the mainland coast. Fewer than thirty parrots are left living in the wild. This timely documentary tells their story and looks at the efforts to save this species from extinction.

Aspects of their behaviour are shown on film for the first time and scientists working on the recovery efforts are interviewed. What is the future for this beautiful bird? Film makers David Neilson and Karen Alexander will join us in Woodend for the screening and a Q & A session.

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8 Jennings St, Kyneton Register now for Battle of the Bands Know a musical teenager? Get them out of the garage and onto the stage in the Battle of the Bands competition, being held at Kyneton Town Hall on Saturday 25 August from 6 pm.

The annual FReeZA Push Start’s Battle of the Bands competition offers musicians aged 12–25 years who live, work or study in the Macedon Ranges the chance to perform at a world-class venue in front of a large audience.

Bands, duos and solo artists are encouraged to register, with all musical styles welcome. The winner of the heat receives a cash prize and the opportunity to perform at the regional finals later this year.

Registrations close Wednesday 1 August.

To register your interest, email mits@mrsc.vic. gov.au, call 5422 0242 or find out more on Facebook via facebook.com/ MacedonRangesYouth SUBMITTED BY LEANNE MANTON MRSC

Local girl enriches future melodies

Former pupil at Kyneton and Tylden Primary Schools, Sacred Heart College and the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School, Rachel Williams, will perform on her violin at a Sunday afternoon concert, 5 August at 2.30 pm.

Rachel graduated from Sydney Conservatorium with a four-year Bachelor of Music (Performance) in 2017, studying with

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Professor Ole Bohn. She has been accepted at the Mary Pappert School of Music, a well-respected selective music school at Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA where she will study a Master of Music in Performance, commencing late August.

Pittsburgh offers a thriving city full of musical opportunity.

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Charles Stegeman will develop her for opera and ballet orchestral roles, and for teaching violin. By developing her musicianship in

Pittsburgh, Rachel will enrich Australia’s musical culture in a unique way.

Rachel is performing solo and in ensemble, the music of JS Bach, Beethoven, Shostakovich and Gershwin. Several other support artists are also generously appearing. It will be an uplifting local afternoon of music.

The concert is to be held in beautiful and sonorous setting of St Andrews Presbyterian Church at 49 Fisher Street, Gisborne.

Afternoon tea is provided.

It is non-ticketed event and donations of even $10 for the concert performance will go towards Rachel’s study cost. It will be much appreciated. For further information ring Rachel's father Ian on 0409 139 146 SUBMITTED BY RUTH WILLIAMS

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Crime down in Macedon Ranges New figures released today by the independent Crime Statistics Agency show the six-year crime trend that started in 2011 has been turned around, with the Macedon Ranges seeing a decline in crime rates for the past twelve months.

Member for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas, said the investment in 3,135 new police – the biggest police recruitment drive in Victoria’s history – funded by the Andrews Labor Government, was starting to have an impact on the ground – with crime in the Macedon Ranges down by 8.3 per cent.

Crime has dropped across Victoria, with 68 of Victoria’s 79 local government areas experiencing decreases in recorded offence rates from the previous twelve months – with a 9.5 per cent decrease in the crime rate.

Despite these community safety gains, family violence remains one of the most significant issues facing the Victorian community, with demand for services and support continuing to increase. That’s why the Labor Government is deploying specialist police to communities across Victoria to help tackle family violence.

Following the unprecedented $2 billion in Victoria Police to deliver the biggest recruitment drive in its history, the Macedon Ranges will receive ten new Family Violence police to reduce the harm caused by this crime in the Macedon Ranges, as part of the 825 scheduled to graduate from the academy over the next twelve months.

This year’s Community Safety Statement builds on the record police investment with new laws, more specialist police, equipment and technology to crack down on serious and organised crime.

“Our local police members in the Macedon Ranges are working hard to target issues including family violence, which we can see reflected in these latest statistics.”

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Outstanding customer service recognised with state award

Organisation, problem-solving and a passion for people are just a few of the qualities that Anita Wilson, a staff member at Kyneton Toyota Sports & Aquatic Centre was recognised for at the annual Aquatics and Recreation industry awards dinner on Friday 15 June.

Anita has been employed by Macedon Ranges Shire Council as a staff member since 2002, and was awarded the 2018 Excellence in Customer Service Award by Aquatics and Recreation Victoria at the gala event.

The awards recognise and reward outstanding achievement and commitment to the industry.

Council’s Director Community Wellbeing Karen Stevens said she was proud of her achievements, and the quality of service at the centre it represents.

“This is the fifth consecutive year that a staff member

from the centre has been recognised with an award at the Aquatics and Recreation industry awards, and we couldn’t be happier,” she said.

“Anita strives to create a culture of outstanding customer service at KTSAC, and she leads by example.

“Listening to staff and clients, empathising with their concerns, and having the skills to solve problems are a few of the ways Anita works with the staff team, and also with the community.

“Winning this prestigious award highlights the professionalism and quality of service that Council staff offer, and it’s great to have that acknowledged,” she said.

Previous winners include Joan Foote-Jackson (Swim Teacher for Infants, Toddlers and Pre-School Award, 2017), Cheryl Knight (Swim Teacher for People with a Disability, 2016), Pam Mathews (Teacher of Swimming & Water Safety, 2015), Marie Noonan (Teacher of Swimming & Water Safety, 2014) and Lisa Pennington (Teacher of Swimming & Water Safety, 2006).

For information about Council’s aquatic and leisure centres and programs, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/leisure or call 5422 0333.

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TO OUR DEAR PATIENTS, We would like to advise that Woodend Hearing Centre has changed its name to THE HEARING CLUB - your local independent audiology clinic.

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Collaboration for Dementia in the Macedon Ranges Key health services in the Macedon Ranges are participating in Bendigo Health’s Dementia Champion Mentorship Program in 2018. Cobaw Community Health, Macedon Ranges Health, Kyneton District Health and Macedon Ranges Shire Council have chosen this program to improve staff knowledge in Dementia care and design their own internal quality-improvement processes.

With Dementia diagnosis predicted to increase in the region by 440% from 2015 to 2050, initiatives such as this are imperative for health services’ level of understanding of the condition. Dementia presents very complex changes for families, which need to be understood by health professionals as they navigate delivery of quality person-centred care.

Dementia Consultants Libby Wade and Sarah Gallagher from Bendigo Health commenced the training delivery in early April and will continue as professional mentor supports to the staff involved.

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improvement for dementia. I am also very pleased to have Woodend Lifestyle Carers Group included in the training delivery, who will be able to impart invaluable knowledge and expertise to our participating nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and Regional Aged Care Assessment Officers.”

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Opportunity for men to skill up on youth mental health Macedon Ranges Shire Council is offering its award-winning Youth Mental Health First Aid training course specifically for men during July and August.

This hands-on program is focused on how to give initial help to young people who are in a mental health crisis situation or in the early stages of a mental illness.

The course will be held from 6 - 9.30 pm on Tuesday 17, 24 and 31 July and 7 August, at Holgate’s Brewery in Woodend.

The 14-hour course will cover topics such as anxiety, depression, psychosis, alcohol abuse and other drug issues and eating disorders.

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July 2018

NAIDOC Week 8 – 15 July

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DonateLife week 29 July – 5 August You could help save lives: • discover the facts about organ and tissue donation → • decide whether or not you’d like to be a donor → • register with the Australian Organ and Tissue Authority → • discuss your decision with family and friends

National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC) week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This year, indigenous women are particularly celebrated for their achievements and contributions to families, communities, our nation and history.

At BSMC we acknowledge indigenous Australians and celebrate their history, culture and accomplishments. We salute indigenous women for their incredible contributions in all areas of life in Australia.

A beautiful, recent example is demonstrated in the documentary Song Keepers featuring the Central Australian Aboriginal Women's Choir (CAAWC). Look up this delightful short film.

We are also concerned with helping to “Close the Gap” – by working to achieve the same health outcomes and life expectancy for indigenous peoples that other Australians experience.

When we ask “Are you of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin?” we do so to help plan and deliver services.

We ask this question of everyone – you can’t tell by appearance.

We hope to help you identify issues early and work with you to achieve the best health outcomes possible.

Brooke St. Medical Centre – tel. (03) 5427 1002

The DonateLife website asks: “Did you know only one in three Australians have joined the Australian Organ Donor Register, even though 81% believe registration of donation decisions is important?” (Woolcott Research 2015) The website goes on to report: “And registration is important – nine in ten families agree to donation proceeding when the deceased is a registered organ donor. This drops to just 52% where the deceased was not registered and the family had no prior knowledge.”

The quickest way to register is to go to https://register.donatelife.gov.au/ Everyone is welcome to visit us during DonateLife week. You don’t need to be a patient of ours to visit – come and get factual information about organ and tissue donation or help with registration. We can help you to register online or provide written information and registration booklets that you can take home and discuss with your family.

Flu vaccine shortage At the time of writing, there is a shortage of flu vaccines across Australia. Unfortunately many of us have to wait until supplies flow again.

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Dance: The Djirri Djirri Dance Group Audiences are being given an insight into Aboriginal stories of creation, family and Country through a performance by The Djirri Djirri Dance Group on Saturday 14 July at 2.30pm at Barcham Theatre, Gisborne Secondary College.

The Djirri Djirri Dance Group, which is the Wurundjeri name for Willy Wagtail, present a contemporary interpretation of Wurundjeri culture with the essence of traditional ceremony in their works.

This family-friendly performance will feature five dances, with dancers providing cultural explanations for each work.

Photo by Tourism Victoria of the Djirri Djirri dance group performing at Birrarung Marr.

Documentary film: The Song Keepers The inspiring documentary, The Song Keepers will be screened at 3.30pm, following The Djirri Djirri Dance Group performance.

The film follows the story of an Aboriginal women’s choir and their charismatic musical director Morris Stuart, as they embark on an historical tour of Germany, singing the baroque Lutheran hymns brought to the choir’s great grandparents by German missionaries, in their own Western Arrarnta and Pitjantjatjara languages.

Entry is by gold coin donation, and residents can come to one or both events.

Conversation: Stories of the Dja Dja Wurrung An opportunity to gain an insight into the experiences of the Dja Dja Wurrung people is being provided on Friday 13 July, as Jaara Jaara (Dja Dja Wurrung) Elder, Uncle Rick Nelson shares stories passed down by his ancestors with Dr Mark Halloran.

The event, being held at Malmsbury Town Hall from 6.30pm, also contains a Q&A section, where audience members are invited to ask questions about the history and culture of the Jaara Jaara people. Entry is by gold coin 20

donation.

Mayor, Cr Jennifer Anderson said there was a variety of events on offer, giving residents an opportunity to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.

“These events being held to mark NAIDOC week actively promote reconciliation, and encourage reflection.

“The Macedon Ranges Shire is on the country of three traditional owners, the Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung and Wurundjeri peoples.

“Council prides itself on working closely with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to care and maintain Country, and this year Council has committed to support the development of a Reconciliation Action Plan, which will further strength our relationship with Traditional Owners”.

NAIDOC stands for National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee. For more information on NAIDOC Week events, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/events or call 5422 0333.

Who is MR FoET?

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Our small group is affectionately known as MR FoET (Macedon Ranges Friends of East Timor). At the end of this year we will celebrate ten years friendship with the community in Turiscai.

We are a small group of volunteers who work with Macedon Ranges Shire Council representatives and a community reference group we foster in Turiscai, Timor Leste.

Once a year, with the aid of a local driver/interpreter, members of our group visit the Turiscai community to talk about plans and needs for the next twelve months.

Our work is primarily about strengthening educational opportunities and maternal and child health matters within the community in Turiscai. The community is made up of thirteen small villages, each with a school. A few villages have a medical outpost, but all share one medical centre located in the administrative centre of Turiscai.

Our work to date, in conjunction with the Turiscai community, includes the following projects: medical equipment for the medical centre; facilitating clean spring-water supply to medical centre; mother and baby packages; community health and hygiene booklets; delivery of "Days for Girls" kits to senior high school girls; and many more in education including furniture for kindergartens and playgroups, Alola teacher training program, educational resource materials and individual student sponsorship.

Our local activities include World Breastfeeding Week activity, sale of Wild Timor Coffee beans, a book exchange hosted by local provedore café, and the sale of local and Timorese craft items.

We meet over dinner on the first Monday of every month 6 – 9 pm in Woodend. If you would like to know more about MR FoET please contact our president Fran Wigley (0411 208 448) or secretary Melva Ryan (0499 188 815) SUMITTED BY MELVA RYAN

Woodend RSL Needs You!

Funding to commemorate Veterans in the Macedon Ranges Member for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas, and the Minister for Veterans, John Eren, today announced funding for key war memorials in Woodend and Gisborne through the Restoring Community War Memorials and Avenues of Honour Grant Program.

The Woodend Clock Tower will undergo a $30,000 restoration and more than $4,000 will go towards replacing two existing WWII plaques at the Clock Tower that list the names of 500 people who served.

The WWI plaque at the Gisborne War Memorial Water Fountain will be restored and steps on the memorial repaired thanks to a $6,632 grant from the program.

The Restoring Community War Memorials and Avenues of Honour Grant Program supports communities in Victoria to ensure local war memorials, honour rolls and avenues of honour are restored to their original condition or improved to reflect the service history of the local community.

For more information on these grants or other veteran related initiatives, please visit: www.veterans.vic. gov.au/grants

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We have BIG plans for the future, including revitalising the RSL as a community function venue, a whole-oftown re-enactment of Armistice Day 1918 in November and our 100th birthday in 2019.

Many people in the community have family members who have served in the Defence Forces. We would like to recognise those who have served (in any conflict) by setting up a display and a website with images and stories about our service men and women.

Think hard and delve into your archives! School children will be asked to research stories about the veterans who are recognised on their School Honour Boards. We’ll also be inviting you to participate in special events as

part of the Centenary of Anzac.

DID YOU KNOW: anyone can be a member of the RSL and we are keen to attract social members from Woodend and the region.?

What we need are volunteers to help with these plans. You can join the RSL for only $25 per year, or join the Women’s Auxiliary for $5 a year.

We’d love you to join a committee and contribute to our efforts to maintain a spirit of remembrance. Contact us at www.woodendrsl.org/membershipenquiry.html.

Mary-Anne Thomas said "It is through community memorials such as these that all Victorians can learn more about our war-related heritage and the stories of the brave women and men who have served their nation.”

John Eren commented “We are very proud of the way our community works hard to honour veterans through community memorials such as the Woodend Clock Tower and the Gisborne War Memorial Water Fountain. We are proud to announce support for a range of projects through our grant programs that ensure Victorians are always reminded of the service and sacrifice of our veterans.”

produce a teddy - or ten! Our Trauma Teddy program is still going strong, and the demand never decreases. If you would like to help a child in distress, a cuddly ted is wonderfully soft and reassuring. If you can manage good old plain garter stitch and would like to help, call Robyn on 0407 049 190 and we can get you started.

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Red Cross Announces "winter has definitely arrived"

Woodend Red Cross had a really good response to our request for donations of winter clothing and blankets, and we have already distributed the items received. We need more, so if you have some warm items to spare for a less fortunate person, we are happy to collect your donations. Call Robyn (0407 049 190) and she will organise the rest. You can also drop it off at the Mt Macedon Trading Post (thank you Brad!).

Another cosy thing about winter is to get the knitting needles out and

Trumpet fanfare Please!

Australian Red Cross is so proud to acknowledge one of our long-serving, dedicated members in the field Bob Handbury. Bob has been included in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List - a most well deserved honour. His work in water supply and sanitation all over the driest and most desperate areas in the world has been literally life saving, and this is a fitting tribute to a wonderful asset to our team of humanitarian angels. Congratulations from Woodend Red Cross!

If you would care to join us, we meet on the first Thursday of each month at the Bowls Club at 1.30 pm.

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Term 3 is just around the corner.

Hot off the press and enclosed in this edition of the Star is our latest brochure. We hope you find something in there for you; whether you’re looking to do a course to help you get work, to do something for fun or making new friends in Woodend, we’ve courses and classes for adults and children and have a range of free activities too.

The walking group meets on a Tuesday at 10 am and during the school holidays (3 and 10 July) they’ll be picking up litter around town as they walk. This is a fun free activity to do with the children these holidays.

So rug up warm and join the walkers!

If you’ve never been to the Neighbourhood House, drop in and say hello.

We’re the little red brick house between Cobaw and Playgroup on Forest Street, up the hill from the library.

We’re open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 3 pm.

In addition to our courses and activities, we can also help you with printing, photocopying, scanning and laminating at very reasonable rates. Our printer will print up to A3 in both colour and B&W. Patrick is also on hand to help with any technology problems you have – book in with him on a Monday and he’ll do his very best to fix your problem.

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We’re supporting an enthusiastic group of local young people raising funds to redesign the Woodend Skatepark. They’re selling long-sleeved tees online at www.wooodendnh.org.au The tees will raise awareness and generate funds for the redesign. If a skate tee is not for you and you’d still like to support this project, you can always make a donation. To receive a deductible gift-recipient tax receipt, head over to our website before you donate, and follow the instructions.

We’re also working with Jackie from Literacy One by One. Jackie will be providing free one-on-one literacy sessions at the Woodend Neighbourhood House teaching adults to read. If you know someone who could do with help with reading, please point them our way.

Have you read about the Bags of Ideas money from the Woodend Community Bag team? They have $500 up for grabs for a great idea or project in Woodend; we’re loving helping this team! See page 3 for more details. If you would like to join them, drop in on a Thursday between 9 am and 2 pm and lend a hand. (Top tip: morning tea is at 11 am and it’s always delicious!)

We look forward to seeing you at the House in Term Three!

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The date is Sat 4 August 7 pm Hosted by Woodend Library at Woodend RSL 32 Anslow St.. Please book to attend on www.goldfieldslibraries.com. The slammers will register to perform at 6.30 pm at the event

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Goldfields Libraries value your right to privacy and we are committed to protecting the personal information we collect and handle.

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Warblers in Woodend They meet once a week in the beautiful old St Mary's Anglican Church. On cold, dark Wednesday nights, they fill the church with melody and harmony. This community singing group is proving very popular.

Run by local Andrew Price (co-director of the Melbourne group Men in Suits), the Woodend Warblers aim to provide a safe, friendly environment for absolutely anyone to enjoy singing. Most of the Warblers have never sung in public before but after only a few weeks they sound beautiful, prompting some members to wonder when it might be time to do a flash mob or put out a CD! Warbler co-founder Trish Hartshorn was inspired after watching the Woody Allen movie ‘To Rome with Love’, about a tenor who can only perform in the shower

- he ends up going on tour complete with shower!

(Well, it is Woody Allen!)

Warbler Jenny says "Some of the harmonies and new songs seem very challenging at first, but it's amazing how quickly we pick it up. I find myself singing around the house now and even out in the garden, which my chooks find very impressive!"

Andrew’s mantra is that singing is first and foremost about having fun and can have great health benefits.

Sessions are light-hearted and informal. Some attend every week - others turn up when they can.

The Warblers meet every Wednesday 7.30 pm. $10 per session.(Dress warmly the venue is a 150-year old bluestone church!)

Contact Andrew with any queries on 0419 604 444 SUBMITTED BY TRICIA HARTSHORN AND JENNY ZIMMERMAN

Winter school holidays Look out for school holiday fun – program out mid June.

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Introduction to iPads Mon 16 July 2-3pm A gentle introduction to driving your iPad. Tips, tricks and enjoyment ensured! Book via our website or call Woodend Library 54272074.

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AUGUST | 2017

GREAT FOOD & WINE FROM ACROSS THE MACEDON RANGES

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The wines reviewed this month both represent great value, with one coming from one of the most iconic producers in the Macedon Ranges (Curly Flat) and the other from a small organic producer from just outside Daylesford. Needless to say, they are both perfect for the cooler months!

2015 Kangaroo Hills Lagrein Produced from a tiny vineyard in Blampied Victoria, Kangaroo Hills are one of the few producers in Australia that make a Lagrein. The vineyard is certified organic and the wine is worth its $25 price.

The wine comes in at 12%, and given the cold climate viticulture is a waiting game each year for ripeness. The low alcohol doesn’t mean the wine is missing anything in terms of flavour and depth, with characteristic plum and leather present in spades on the medium-bodied palate. Lagrein for me has a unique tannin and acid profile - it’s at the same time fresh and vibrant, yet decidedly savoury. The finish has the faintest touch of iodine to leathery dark plum.

A wine worth tracking down.

Rating: 93 | Price: $25 | When to Drink: 2018 - 2028

2016 Williams Crossing by Curly Flat Pinot Noir The Williams Crossing represents the more fruit-forward parcels of fruit from the Curly Flat vineyard and consistently provides value well beyond its price point, with the 2016 release well and truly in that mould.

In terms of winemaking, there was the inclusion of ~10% whole bunch with pre- and post-fermentation maceration.

The wine was aged on lees for twelve months in a mixture of new and used French Oak. This is a medium red hue with a beautiful assembly of dark cherry, rhubarb and a floral yet spicy lift from the new and second-use French oak on the nose. The Macedon Ranges fared well in the warmer 2016 vintage, with a fullness of fruit met with the regions trademark acidity. Fresh earth and sappy wild strawberry fruit give a more savoury and sullen aspect to the wine, with clove and silky vanilla oak providing richness to finish.

Has the structure and fruit to reward time.

Rating: 94 | Price: $29 | When to Drink: 2018 - 2028

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Our house made warm mulled wine is back

to indulge in whilst warming yourself in front of our open fires

Come along to dance and enjoy the wonderful music of the Macedon Ranges Music Collective Saturday 28th July upstairs at The Vic TRIVIA NIGHT 1st FRIDAY of the month HAPPY HOUR pots on Fridays 5.30-6.30 LOCALS DAYs + TUESDAY NIGHT $19.50 lunch menu* including a house drink Monday to Friday *excludes public holidays

ORGANISE YOUR OWN EVENT upstairs in our function room, complete with own bar, toilets and great wrap around balcony

$103,000 to grow Macedon Ranges Winneries The Victorian Government has backed the Macedon Ranges Wine Region with a $103,775 package to increase Australian and overseas markets, boost wine tourism and grow wine businesses in the region.

Member for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas, attended a launch of promotional media funded by the Wine Growth Fund, which highlighted the unique attractions of the Macedon Ranges wine region. The launch took place at Hunter-Gatherer Vintners, which recently underwent $40,000 in facility and amenity upgrades to enhance its hospitality offerings, thanks to Round Two of the $1 million Wine Growth Fund.

The fund is supporting a range of projects in the region, including: • Granite Hills Wines – development of exports to Asia • Guildford Vineyard and Cellar – improvements to tourist and function facilities • Hunter-Gatherer Vintners – upgrades to the function area • Macedon Ranges Vignerons Association – marketing to improve awareness of the Macedon Ranges Wine brand for over 40 wineries and vineyards in the region • Sandy Farm Winery – walking tracks with fitness points that lead to the winery • Wilimee – implementation of sustainable wine practices These projects will increase tourism to the region’s unique wineries and boost the local economy.

“These grants will help market our wonderful Macedon Ranges wineries to the world and ensure they have the facilities needed to cater for their visitors.” said Mary-Ann Thomas.

There are more cellar-door outlets in Victoria than any other state, creating opportunities for visitors to enjoy diverse and quality wine experiences and contribute to the liveability and vibrancy of our regions. The Wine Growth Fund is part of the Government’s commitment to boost the wine industry, which also includes the Wine Industry Development Strategy and the formation of the Wine Industry Ministerial Advisory Committee.

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CLUB HIGHLIGHTS Club of Woodend

by Mike Hamer

Rotary Woodend: Going from strength to strength.

Woodend Rotary changeover was held on 17 June at Glen Erin winery. Incoming Distric Governor Bronwyn Stephens and partner Mark attended along with members from several other clubs from local our local cluster and Melbourne.

Rosemary did a great job as MC as we celebrated the past year with Peter as President and welcomed in Tony Waters as incoming president.

Josephine Falzarano received a well deserved Paul Harris Fellow recognition and we celebrated 21 years of Service above self on The New Woodend Star by Barry Napthine.

some extra willing volunteers. I look forward to welcoming members of our community into the club and seeing you around and about Woodend during the year."

The club meets every Thursday at 6.45 pm at the Vic Hotel in Woodend. If you are interested in knowing more about Rotary Woodend or would like to come to a couple of club meetings to see if it’s for you, then please contact Membership Co-coordinator, Mike Hamer on 0411 549 432.

Guest Speakers Program for July

Thursday 5 July Tracey Farnsworth Director/Founder of the Charity Progress Pikinini. The charity supports Vanuatu schools’ and their children with the essential educational tools they need.

Thursday 12 July Assoc. Prof Briony Dow BSW MA PhD on The National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) and four decades of bringing research to life to improve health outcomes and aged care practice as well as to guide policy to invest in solutions for positive ageing.

SUBMITTED BY MIKE HAMER.

Woodend Rotary fundraising Luncheon Photo: The 2018-19 Rotary Board members from Left : Tony Waters -President; Paul Quinn - Youth Services; Allan Cann - International; Rosemary Gyutt - Vocational Srvices; Tricia Hartshorn - Secretary; Peter Wilmott - immediate Past President and Vice President; Josephine Falzarano - Community Services; Charles Bender - Club services.

July sees the beginning of a new year for the Rotary Club of Woodend. "We will be looking to build on a great last year" said Tony Waters, club president. "We have seen the highest membership growth of any Rotary club in our region and have drawn new members from all parts of our community. We are especially pleased to have so many women joining the club and taking active leadership roles."

"We will continue with all our local projects including the design and production of the Woodend Star, and will also look to engage with a number of our international projects’ said Tony. "At our recent club planning day, we also discussed some ambitious plans to launch a major community-wide initiative with the intention of developing an International project in which everyone in Woodend can take part. We’ll look to share more about this venture in the next few months."

Tony has been a member of Rotary for two and a half years. Prior to taking on the presidency he was the director in charge of the club’s International projects. Tony brings a wealth of experience to the role. Tony was a lawyer for 25 years and managing partner of a large regional legal firm for fifteen years. He then became managing director of a number of mortgage and property Funds and now runs his own property syndicate business for investors.

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Woodend Rotary will be holding another of its popular Community Luncheons on Sunday 12 August 2018.

The luncheon will be held at the Woodend Bowls Club from 12 - 3 pm.

Funds raised will be donated to the Woodend Mens Shed.

The entry fee of $30 allows everyone who attends to enjoy champagne and the savoury and sweet treats on offer.

More information on the Mens Shed will be provided at the luncheon.

Tickets can be purchased at https://www.trybooking.com/ WITJ Contact Melissa Hocking on 5427 1578.

Photo by Hubert Weisrock

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Community Notice Board St Mary's Guild

Double-Sided knitting!

Come along and learn Double-Sided Knitting with Dora Heerde.

Friday 20 July at 11am, Norma Richardson Hall, 15 Buckland Street, Woodend Bring number 9 needles and 2 balls of 8ply wool or yarn of different colours.

Soup and bread, tea and coffee is included for a cost of $10.

Bring some friends; the more the merrier!

For more information, phone or text 0488 776 645, nma00780@bigpond.net.au

Mount Payers

Our theatrical year is racing along!

We're into July already and looking forward to our One-Act Play Festival on 7-8 July. Come for a session or make a weekend of it.

Tickets on sale at venue. Enjoy a variety of short plays presented by visiting theatre companies from far and wide. Food, refreshments and bar facilities available.

Auditions for The Taming of The Shrew, a Shakespeare comedy, will take place at our theatre on Friday 20 July at 7.30 pm and on Saturday 21 July at 2 pm. Performances 9 November 9 - 1 December (ten performances). For full details of characters, script and to book an audition contact Director, Drew Mason on 9382 6284 or drew.mason@optusnet.com.au Go to our website themountplayers.com for synopsis and characters required.

Our August musical, Les Miserables, is in full rehearsal with an incredible amount of work going into set-building, orchestral work and costumes! This is going to be magnificent, and patrons will not be disappointed with the level of talent gathered for this moving production. An unprecedented number of tickets have been sold, with all twenty shows a sellout! An extra matinee has now gone on sale but you’ll have to be quick. Go to our website to book. For general enquiries call 5426 1892.

See you at the theatre!

SUBMITTED BY KAREN HUNT

Knit & Natter” Knit & Natter takes place at 11 am on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at the Norma Richardson Hall.

Knit for those who are struggling with homelessness, ill health or unemployment. If you can’t knit, we also need people to sew blanket squares, or we can teach you to knit if you are interested.

The next meeting date is 20 June, BYO lunch. Enquries to Carol Barker ph. 5427 2669

Woodend Senior Citizens hold their activities at Woodend Community Centre, Corner of High and Forest Streets, Woodend. Come along: OnTuesdays we watch a DVD and play Bingo, Fridays we play cards, and on the second Monday of month we enjoy a bus trip.

Contact Alma Warnock on 5427 1644 or 0400 134 478

Macedon Ranges Film Society's movie for 11 July is the 1955 Carey Grant and Grace Kelly classic, To Catch a Thief, directed by Alfred Hitchcock.

This classy, glamorous, mystery romance, set in the Riviera, is the perfect vehicle for showcasing the chemistry between Grant and Kelly.

At our recent June screening, members enjoyed the powerful Turkish drama 'Mustang', rating it 4.5 out of 5.

Macedon Ranges Film Society meets on the second Wednesday each month at Woodend Community Centre.

Film notes and an informal supper are part of the evening.

MRFS is a membership-based club. Enquiries by email to mrfilmsociety@gmail.com or call Lorraine 5427 0921 or Christine 5429 5452 www. mrfilmsociety.org SUBMITTED BY HENRY SCREEN Photo caption: Film Society members Dorothy Carmichael and Alfred Baczynsk discussing the June movie 'Mustang'.

WOODEND ART GROUP This month we offer four fantastic workshops! Pen & Ink Wash by Reno Capanna; Silk Painting with Margaret Morgan; Watercolour by Neil Gude; and Ben Winspear comes back for a two-day workshop in oils. These classes are expected to fill quickly, so check out our website for more information.

The Queen’s Birthday Weekend saw the Woodend Art Group present another fantastic exhibition of fresh and exciting works of paintings, sculptures and more. A fantastic opportunity was provided to see renown artists demonstrating their skills.

WAG continues to offer quality classes for adults and students throughout the week in large, bright gallery rooms at the Woodend Railway Station (old tea rooms). If you are thinking about getting some ‘me time' and refreshing your artistic skills or learning something new, check out our website. Our members have lots of fun - and on Casual Tuesdays we bounce ideas off each other in creative spontaneity! You are welcome to join us!

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by Sylvia Boxshall...continued from the May edition ... It was the colour and size of a tiger, just lying on its side in a culvert or gutter busily scratching the earth with its claws. The men explained that they didn’t disturb the animal, as they had no gun. There was nothing recorded as to the exact place of the track or the names of the gentlemen, but the news soon spread to ‘Braemar House’ where several visitors were staying.

The guests hoped Mr MacGregor might come to tea that evening and bring his rifle with him. As the night closed in and the guests mingled it was noted with satisfaction that the full moon was just right for a tiger hunt. At twenty-three minutes to nine, Miss Hay, a young lady who had recently arrived from Scotland with her family, ran in from the terrace at the front of the house stating that she had just seen a large yellow creature close to the building.

Mr McInnis a Scottish gentleman, lately of Hong Kong, raced out to confront the animal armed only with a small cane. The visitors who followed him onto the terrace heard a low growl and ... to be continued next issue

We have reprinted this popular book: Forging History: A History of Blacksmiths in the Newham and Woodend District. By Jane Holth, Illustrated by Joycelyn Moreland $15 When Jane began searching for information about blacksmiths who had at one time worked around Newham and Woodend, she had no idea how many she would find! A fascinating and delightfully illustrated account of a mostly-lost art, and stories of the many smithies who once plied their trade in this area.

Families researched this past month include : Adams, Andison, Clark(e), Cook, Donald, Ford, Higgs, Manton, Palmer, Smith, Taylor, Tully

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It is with great sadness that the Woodend CFA regrets the passing of long-time volunteer Keith Beman at the age of 73. Keith was a much loved and valued member of the Woodend CFA and Woodend community and will be greatly missed. Unfortunately he was unable to make this year’s annual dinner due to his illness, where he would have received his Fifteen-Year Medal.

Prior to his illness Keith was a very active fire fighter and truck driver. He was Assistant Communications Officer, Fire Equipment Maintenance Officer and Co-ordinator of Emergency Pre-Plans.

Keith was born at Tarrant Monkton in Dorset, England and grew up in the port city of Southampton. So it seems natural that when he started work, he did so at sea. Over the years, he has held a variety of interesting positions that have taken him to the four corners of the world.

He was a Radio Officer with the British Merchant Navy and travelled to over 80 countries from remote places such Rio Muni to mega cities such as New York. He sailed behind the Iron Curtain, traded with countries with no diplomatic ties to the UK, travelled to Argentina when they had one of their revolutions, was not far from Cuba during the Missile Crisis, spoke by radio to the descendants of Fletcher Christian on Pitcairn Island (“they spoke a quaint English”).

Keith moved to Australia in late 1967. He was a Control Booth Operator with ABC Radio including Radio Australia, Radio Officer with the Mawson Base in Antarctica, Communication Officer with the DCA (now CASA) and Crewing Officer/Team Leader Flight Training Co-ordinator with Ansett Australia.He and his wife Judith moved to Woodend 40 years ago, having previously lived in South Yarra.

In our article in the New Woodend Star many years ago, he said that he enjoyed the ‘unexpected’ life in the CFA… “It’s a bit like being at sea or being in the Antarctic, you meet so many different types of people, and get such a diverse outlook on life. There are also the friendships you make - some last for years. People have such different backgrounds and it is very interesting to discover them.

We have lots of laughs, obtain numerous additional work and life skills and receive real pleasure in being able to help others”. He was also actively involved in fund-raising activities, including concerts with his Welsh Choir.

The officers and members of the Woodend CFA offer sincerest condolences to Judith and family at this very difficult time. He has done so much to help more people than he could ever realise through his work with the CFA and community. RIP mate!

The Woodend CFA is a 100% volunteer emergency service, committed to Creating a Safer Community.

SUBMITTED BY MIKE DORNAU 0409 093 935. VISIT WWW.WOODENDCFA.ORG.

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The Woodend Bowling Club recently held our Annual General Meeting. The new committee was elected for 201819: President – Mike Dornau, Secretary – Dave Osborne, Treasurer - Laurie O’Brien and Committee Members – Irene Boldiston, Clarrie Brett, Tim Webber and Trevor Sturt.

Mike wins 100 UP finals Mike Dornau narrowly defeated Clarrie Brett to win the Woodend Bowling Club 100 Up final. Clarrie defeated Rosalie Campbell 104-96 to reach the final, while Mike defeated Phil Nathan 104-83. Mike got away to an early lead in the final and after seven ends was up 51-19. Clarrie then steadily fought back to be just six shots behind 90-80 after 17 ends, with Mike finally winning 104-96 in the 20th end.

Phil wins 21 UP! Phil Nathan has won the Woodend Bowling Club's 21 UP Championship after defeating Mike Dornau in today's final. The turning point came in the 10th end when Mike was holding 3 and went for 4 shots with his final shot. If he had claimed the 4 the scores would have been 11 all. Instead he hit the jack and gave Phil two shots. From there Phil played very consistent draw bowls to win 21-11, having won 13 of the 19 ends played.

Thanks to Anne for marking both finals, and well done to the winners and all finalists.

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Social bowls is a good way to get started Even though we are in the middle of a Woodend winter, you still have the opportunity to have a bowl at our club. We have an organised Social Bowls every Wednesday, starting at 12.30pm. We can also organise a social Barefoot Bowls, for both large and small groups.

We are always looking for new members, young and not-soyoung. Many of the leading lawn bowlers in Australia are now in their twenties and thirties. Simply get in touch with the club to find out more.

For further information please call me on 0409 093 935 or email: admin@woodendbowls.club.com. For barefoot bowls bookings please email: bookings@woodendbowlsclub.com SUBMITTED BY MIKE DORNAU, PRESIDENT WOODEND BOWLING CLUB INC.

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And the Sacred Heart Junior Chef winner is…

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Forty-eight students in Grade 4 representing six Catholic Primary Schools participated in Sacred Heart College’s Junior Chef Competition. The first two rounds of the competition were held in the College’s Frayne Hospitality Centre where the primary students were challenged to prepare a stack of three pancakes with a mixed berry sauce. Two teams were selected from each of the days’ competitions to move through to the final where they made fettucine pasta with a Napoletana sauce.

The Junior Chef competition aimed to provide Grade 4 students with an opportunity to experience the secondary environment while building on their culinary and teamwork skills.

This competition also provided an opportunity for the senior hospitality students at Sacred Heart College to act as mentors to these primary students.

Two teams represented St Ambrose Parish School Woodend, having had a cook-off at school to assist in their selection. One team made it to the Grand Final earning high praise from the judges for their pasta dish. “Junior Chef gave our students an opportunity to shine, discover that cooking can be a very creative and enjoyable activity, and share their new found skills with their family at home.” said St Ambrose Principal Des Noack.

Two well-respected local food identities (Tim Foster from Source Dining and Damian Sandercock from the Piper Street Food Co.) were joined St Ambrose students with their Grand Final Pasta Dish - Lowenna, by the Sacred Heart Claudia, Jordan, Jesse College Captains in

the judging of this event.

Sacred Heart College Principal Mr Craig Holmes said, “The Junior Chef competition has been a fantastic opportunity for all the students involved from both the primary and secondary levels. It was great to see the level of guidance and St Ambrose students in action during the Grand Final assistance provided by the College’s Hospitality students, as well as the rapport they built with their primary teams in such a short time.”

The winners on the night were the team from Holy Cross Catholic Primary School, New Gisborne. The winning school received a $250 gift nursery voucher to allow them to purchase plants for the school’s kitchen garden.

SHC Junior Chef was supported by Mort & Pestle, Woodend and Watts Fresh, Kyneton.

Photo: Junior Chef supporter Catherine from Mort & Pestle with College Captains Cassie and Patrick unior Chef supporter Catherine from Mort & Pestle with College Captains Cassie and Patrick

St Ambrose students (Team A) with College Principal Craig Holmes, St Ambrose Principal Des Noack and College Chef Chris Micalle

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