Gisborne Gazette August 2017

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Gisborne Gazette serving the southern macedon ranges AUGUST 2017 – FREE

up for winter Cheers Rugged to winter!

The weather may be cold at this time of year, but that doesn’t keep members of the Gisborne Bushwalking Club indoors. An intrepid group walked the Champagne Track in the Lerderderg Gorge in July and, thanks to their ingenious leader Brian Smith who had hidden bottles in the bush the day before, were able to partake appropriately. See their report on page 17.

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HOME PAGE From the Editor's desk One of the things that makes the Gazette special is that the majority of the content is provided by community members. This is simply fantastic and, I believe, keeps the paper fresh, genuine, and engaging.

In addition to our regular reports on local group happenings, this month we have two articles written by members of our community that I really recommend you read. The first is Greg Snart’s recap on page 4 of Wayne Schwass’ talk on mental health to the Macedon Junior Football Club in July.

Greg shares some valuable insights on a very important topic.

The second is the article on page 31 by Gisborne Secondary College Japanese teacher Noriko Ikaga.

It is wonderful to read how local students and our culture have inspired her to help those in need.

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Spring is not far away. If the winter weather is getting you down, why not be motivated by the happy bushwalkers on our cover? The nature around us is beautiful all year.

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Bring in old batteries and help the planet Did you know that batteries thrown out with the rubbish can lead to dangerous substances contaminating groundwater?

Battery recycling bins have been installed at the Council’s offices in Robertson Street, Gisborne.

Batteries can also be recycled at Council transfer stations.

Discover renewable energy beyond wind and solar A forum on alternative renewable energy sources, The Other Renewables Forum, will be presented by the Mount Alexander Sustainability Group this month. August 12, 1.30pm-5.30pm at the Castlemaine Town Hall, 25 Lyttleton Street. The cost is $20 general admission, $5 MASG members, students free.

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If you do not receive the Gazette in your letter box, you can collect a copy at: Mt Macedon: The Trading Post.

Macedon: Post Office, IGA store and the service station on Black Forest Dve. Gisborne: Village Shopping Centre, Gisborne Library, Foodworks supermarket, Caltex Service Station, Puma Service

Station, Coles supermarket and the GREAT Centre in Hamilton Street.

New Gisborne: Baringo Food and Wine Co in Station Road, and the cafe in the Industrial Estate.

Riddells Creek: Neighbourhood House.

Woodend: Information Centre and Library.

Sunbury: Information Centre and Library.

LOST OWNER Adorable doll found near the bus stop on Aitken Street in mid July. She is waiting safely at the Gazette office in Hamilton Street to be reunited with her owner.

LOST ITEM Lost in or around the shops in Aitken Street, Gisborne, on the morning of July 15, a yellow and white gold pinwheel necklace on a gold chain. It is very much treasured by the family.

If someone has found it could they please contact Trish, one of our valued distributors, on 0417 526 945.

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Youth mental health training: special course just for men A fully accredited Youth Mental Health First Aid training course about 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 next course is specifically for men.Tuesday evenings from 7pm to 10pm on August 1, 8, 15 and 22 at Holgates Brewery, Woodend.

To find out more information or book your place, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/live4life or call 5422 0275.

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In ten years, Gisborne area population has doubled Gisborne’s population has doubled over the past 10 years.

The composition of the population, though, has not changed much. We’re still mostly born in Australia; we’re relatively prosperous; around 60% of us are married, 10% divorced and 25% single; the vast majority of us still speak only English at home. We’re earning a bit more than we did 10 years ago, and going to church less, but overall we still look pretty much the same as we did in 2006.

The biggest change by far in the district over the decade is the population. The combined population of Gisborne, New Gisborne and South Gisborne is 12,831,

according to the 2016 Census. This is a huge increase, double the population of 6398 recorded in 2006.

The population of Macedon and Mt Macedon together has risen from 2530 ten years ago to to 3381 today. Bullengarook, surprisingly, has gone against the trend; the population has fallen by 36 people over the decade, dropping from 681 to 645. This will likely gladden the hearts of many ‘Rookies – they like to fly the flag of independence and to be seen as definitely NOT GISBORNE. Apart from population, the other big change showing up locally in the latest Census – and reflected across the country – is religiosity. In 2006, 22 per

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cent of people in Gisborne stated they had “No Religion”. In 2016, “No Religion” had jumped to 35 per cent.

Of those who did claim a religion, the highest number were Catholic, followed

by Anglican and then Uniting Church.

The area as a whole is doing well financially, though this does not mean that there are not residents who are doing it really tough. The median weekly

Historic house up for sale Historic Macedon House in central Gisborne has gone up for sale.

The heritage-listed building was built in 1847 as a hotel and is one of few pregold rush buildings left in Victoria.

The sale brochure notes that there is a current application with the Council for a 40-luxury-unit retirement village on the two-hectare site. Macedon House is incorporated in the plans as a communal recreation building.

Heritage Victoria has given its approval to the proposal as it currently stands.

The development application is being assessed by Council planning officers who have yet to set a date to report their recommendation to the Council.

In the event that the Council approves the application, the proposal then goes to an independent panel for assessment because the development requires the property to be rezoned from the current Rural Conservation.

The real estate agent managing the sale, Rodney Morley of Toorak, said he expected the property to fetch about $1

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New Gisborne resident Paul Callow’s band, Figures, has released a new CD, Chronos.

A follow-up to the group’s 2016 debut self-titled EP, Chronos features five new tracks that pack some serious punch for heavy music fans.

Producer Luke Cincotta (Dead Letter Circus, Airbourne, Karnivool) has expanded the sonic spectrum, adding depth and detail to the new material.

A review by Altcorner, a website focusing on alternative music, says, “Chronos is musically a ground-shaking earth-shattering melodic EP with straight up hard hitting riffs, combining a thunderous rhythm section with pulsing melodic grooves.”

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family income for Gisborne (including New Gisborne and South Gisborne) was $2133 last year, significantly higher than the national figure of $1734. Ten years ago, the median was $1448 – again, this was higher than the national figure of $1171 a week.

For Macedon, the median weekly family income last year was $2157 ($1359 in 2006) and for Mount Macedon, no surprises there, it was higher than everywhere else at $2398 weekly, up from $1627 in 2006. But Mt Macedon only just pipped Bullengarook in this category, with Bullengarook sitting on a weekly median of $2210, up from $1522 a decade ago (NB figures not adjusted for inflation).

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Mental health in local focus Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub coming to Macedon Ranges Health Improving mental health and wellbeing is an urgent priority for the Macedon Ranges. To address this need, Macedon Ranges Health (MRH) will be opening a Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub at the MRH Centre in Lyell Street, Gisborne.

The new hub will comprise four new consulting rooms and a meeting space to expand the delivery of counselling, psychology, social work and family violence programs offered in the centre. It will also support the delivery of workshops, classes and community programs to support better mental health and social inclusion across the region.

Gisborne & District Community Bank® Branch of Bendigo Bank donated $40,000 towards the hub. Chairman Graham Stewart said the significant community investment reflected the importance of the project to the community. “We are privileged to be able to contribute to this health sector by supporting our local community health provider, Macedon Ranges Health, in delivering additional mental health and wellbeing services to our area,” he said.

Don Tidbury, CEO of Macedon Ranges Health, said MRH was very grateful for the ongoing generous support Bendigo Bank had provided Macedon Ranges Health to support the vulnerable and the aged. “With mental health a major issue for the region, Bendigo Bank’s wonderful donation of $40,000 will enable us to expand services to address this urgent challenge.”

Works will begin on the $80,000 project this month with the hub expected to open in October.

From left: Bendigo Bank Gisborne Chairman Graham Stewart and Branch Manager Jane Lincoln with Macedon Ranges Health’s Yvonne Campbell and CEO Don Tidbury.

Macedon Junior Football Club Co-President Darren Ampulski (left) with Wayne Schwass at the Macedon Football Club event, and (below) Wayne in his playing days for North Melbourne.

Footy great speaks powerfully on men’s mental health

“What does a man suffering from mental illness look like?” That’s one of the first questions Wayne Schwass asked at a mental health and wellbeing session organised by Macedon Junior Football Club in July.

The club invited local CFA and Ambulance Victoria people to attend as well. There were more than 120 people in attendance at Highfield Estate – men, boys, women and girls of all ages.

Wayne Schwass is a well-known, very accomplished footballer, who played over 280 games across North Melbourne and Sydney Swans. And guess what? He suffered from mental illness for over 12 years before he decided to do something about it.

Wayne has set up his own Facebook

page, called PUKA UP, with discussions and video logs open to the public. “Puka” is a Hindi word that means “authentic and genuine”.

His talk was animated, emotional and motivated. He shared some of his personal experiences and I’m sure some of them would have been very hard to open up about.

He talked about how to recognise the signs of mental illness, the stigma attached to it and the difficulty of coming to terms with it and finally reaching out for help.

He talked about how eight people a day commit suicide – that’s more than 3000 people a year. And that’s only the

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He spoke directly to the men/boys in the room about emotions, sensitivity and the misguided way many people still judge sensitive males as weak and unmanly.

He assured everyone how important it is to be in touch with your feelings and to show your sensitive side, especially to those you love – family, friends and others.

He applauded the women who attended and implored them to keep talking to the men in their families, keep asking them if they’re OK and keep assuring them that it is all right to show their feelings. In fact, it’s better than all right, it is a necessary part of a healthy mental attitude – and life.

The night was an emotional and enlightening experience and I extend my sincere thanks to the organisers for the opportunity to attend. I know my members got a lot out of it.

And, the answer to the original question, “What does a man suffering from mental illness look like?” He looks like everyone else.

He may not display any outward signs or symptoms, but he is suffering on the inside and has probably found multiple ways of hiding it, masking it, or blaming it on something else.

So, when you ask someone "Are you OK?", look them in the eyes, be genuinely interested in what they say and offer them any support, friendship or kindness that you can, because if they tell you what their problems are, they are asking you for help. Don’t disappoint them.

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Tony finds the fishing cold in New Zealand

Genial local Shane Jacobson stops for a coffee as he happily awaits the launch of his new show.

Little Big Shots host has a shot

Fly fishing the North Island lakes in New Zealand over a ten-day trip I caught at least 40 fish with the best at 8lb and another at 7.2lb. The average weight was around 5.5lb all in excellent condition and great fighting ability; the best fight lasting around 20 minutes on my 5 weight outfit.

Normally I would release most of the fish but hunger and bartering required some sacrifices. We ate plenty of smoked, fresh and pickled trout (yum!). I kept many fish I caught for a local Maori chap for his brother’s upcoming 70th birthday, exchanging fish for wild duck, snapper, wild pig, and whitebait for fritters.

The water was so cold in one lake requiring wading that even wearing undies, long johns, two pairs of tracksuit pants as well as waders, I could not stop my legs from becoming numb in just over 20 minutes. Next time it will be only neoprene waders for winter fishing over there no matter what the airline luggage charges are.

The flies used were typical of flies used here in Australia but upsized a little, with stronger leaders; although next time I would be taking my 7 weight gear so as to reduce stress on the fish and give me a bit more control. Would I go again? I guess “Yes, in a heartbeat!” would be my reply.

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The show features kids aged three and above from Australia and overseas showing off a talent. Acts are not judged. The show aims to embrace what it means to be young, fun and free while celebrating the innocence of childhood. Performers have a candid chinwag with Shane before showcasing their passion on stage in front of a live audience.

The kids are said to be refreshingly honest and keep even the quick-witted father-of-four host on his toes. Proving the biggest stars can come in the smallest packages, the pint-sized performers’ talents are limitless and broad, ranging from sheep shearing to hula dancing and teddy bear making.

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Volunteers sought to help organise Carols It’s only August but help is needed. The Gisborne Carols organising committee made up of people from the combined churches of Gisborne have disbanded so I am hoping to get a committee together to organise the carols outdoors again. If you are interested in coming along to a meeting, please contact me on 0417 028 605. Thank you.

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'No dog' trial for Mt Gisborne A "no dog" trial is proposed for the Mount Gisborne Reserve next year. The proposal is outlined in the Council's draft Domestic Animal Management Plan 20172020.

The trial proposal follows a community petition with 58 signatories calling for dogs to be prohibited as it is the only nature conservation zone in the area.

Mount Gisborne Reserve is a sanctuary for eastern grey kangaroos, black wallabies, koalas, sugar gliders, brush-tailed phastogales, echidnas, blue-tongue lizards and copper-head snakes.

The petition noted that "the presence of dogs even on leads poses a threat to the wellbeing of these native animals."

If the policy is adopted after the trial, it is expected to be carried out in partnership with the Friends of Mount Gisborne Nature Reserve.

Residents have been asked to comment on the draft Domestic Animal Management Plan; see council item on page 32 for details.

Grant boosts general practice in Gisborne St Mary Medical Centre in Gisborne has been selected for a Federal Government grant, along with the Romsey Medical Centre. The two practices will receive funding of up to $600,000.

Victorian Senator James Paterson said the grant would enable the practices to upgrade and improve their facilities, or could be used for training medical graduates, overseas-trained doctors, nurses, Aboriginal health workers or other health professionals.

It was hoped that after qualification such health professionals would be more likely to settle in a rural area.

Assistant Health Minister David Gillespie said practices would match the amount of their grants to undertake their projects.

BUDGET AT A GLANCE for the South Ward

FOR THE RECORD

The adopted Macedon Ranges Shire Council budget includes more than $80 million towards services and projects, including the following in the South Ward of the shire:

 Council and VCAT have refused a permit for a proposed upgrade to the United service station in Black Forest Road.  After going undefeated in the first ten rounds, Macedon Football seniors have dropped the last two matches but are looking to regroup after the bye. The A Grade Netballers, on the other hand, have maintained their unbeaten run with a 12-0 record.

Willowbank Rd, Gisborne, open space land – $46,000 JD Clifford Reserve, Macedon, facility upgrade – $150,000

 Health Department officials recently raided a property in Gisborne investigating an alleged illegal tanning solarium.

Aitken St, Gisborne, pedestrian crossing – $350,000

 The car park at Macedon Railway Station will be extended with the creation of 110 spaces.

Tony Clarke Reserve, Macedon, lighting – $428,000

 A Gisborne man has been fined $2000 for importing and exporting reptiles.

Gisborne Library upgrade – $472,000

 Council’s 2017-18 budget has included funding for lighting at Tony Clarke Reserve in Macedon.

Willowbank Road Gisborne – $220,000

 Gisborne Police’s highway patrol cars have been fitted with number plate recognition cameras.

Fisher Street Gisborne – $40,500

IR Robertson Reserve, South Gisborne, pavilion – $ 65,000 Gardiner Reserve, Gisborne, female change rooms and redevelopment of cricket practice nets – $80,000 Macedon Kindergarten car park – $140,000 Gisborne pram crossing upgrade – $33,000 South Gisborne open space development – Gisborne Fields $100,000 Roads Hamilton Road New Gisborne – $640,000 Footpaths Kilmore Road Gisborne – $50,000 Wyralla Crescent Gisborne – $20,000 Barry Road New Gisborne – $81,000 Doriemus Court New Gisborne – $35,000 Nursery Road Macedon – $20,000 Drainage works

Library holds session on introduction to technology

Gardiner Reserve Gisborne – $30,000 Goode Street Gisborne – $10,000 Prince Street Gisborne – $45,000 Devonshire Lane Mt Macedon – $45,000

If you feel you are being left behind by the 21st century, that technology is changing too fast and it’s all too hard – help and information is at hand.

In partnership with the Council of the Ageing, Macedon Ranges Shire Council and Goldfields Library Corporation, the Gisborne Library is hosting a session on Thursday September 14 at 10am focusing on those who want to find out about technology before getting connected online. Find out the information that YOU need.

Morning tea is provided. To book for this session, contact the library on 5428 3962.

Grandview Avenue Mt Macedon – $35,000 Hotham Avenue Mt Macedon – $38,000 Planning New Gisborne sportsfields preparatory works – $10,000 Riddells Creek-Gisborne-Macedon shared trail feasibility study – $50,000 Gisborne town centre framework – $40,000 To see the complete budget go to www.mrsc.vic.gov.au

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The Sound of Sirens: CFA tests equipment in Gisborne The Gisborne Fire Brigade is reactivating its siren as a part of our member awareness process. As part of testing procedures we are sounding the siren over a few weeks.

If you hear a siren sounding, there is no cause for concern, this will just be

us testing it. You may hear it on Sunday mornings or Monday nights. We will try to put a Facebook post up prior to testing. You can listen to what the siren will sound like on https://youtu.be/Rto WagaOBcg Tom Ruff, Community Safety Coordinator Gisborne Fire Brigade

In their off time SES members can clown around with the best of them!

SES is on recruiting drive: ‘WE NEED YOU’ The Gisborne SES Unit is promoting a campaign to recruit people to join the State Emergency Service.

This has stemmed from FLOOD STORM a recent move in volunEMERGENCY teers departing due to ge132 500 ographical, employment or other reasons preventing them from retaining their volunteer status in our community.

There is something for everyone at SES and we encourage people to attend our open night in August: Monday August 28 at 7.30pm Gisborne SES, 33 Robertson Street (next to the CFA Station) Phone: 5428 3037 Email gisborneses@ ses.vic.gov.au Or visit our website: www.ses.vic.gov.au The Gisborne SES Unit responds to emergency and non-emergency incidents through-

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This house fire in Mount Macedon on July 16 was attended by CFA units from Macedon and Mount Macedon.

INFORMATION NIGHT FOR WOMEN WOMEN: Ever thought about joining the CFA as a volunteer? Would you like to know more about what’s involved? Rather not just walk into a fire station and ask about it?

Macedon Rural Fire Brigade is putting on a “Women Only” information night at our fire station on Wednesday August 23 from 7.30pm to 9pm. Come along and find out what we do, what training is available / required and ask any questions of current female CFA members you have about volunteering ... not just

as a firefighter, but as any other support you think you may be able to provide.

We especially need members that are available to turn out during the day, to boost our effectiveness and capacity. But there are many varied roles within CFA brigades that you may be interested in as well as firefighter roles.

A light supper will be provided and you are welcome to bring along any family or friends that may also be interested.

Hope to see you there.

Greg Snart Macedon Captain, 0417 568 450

out the Macedon Ranges, and actively participates in community events and education programs.

We are inviting people from all walks of life around the Macedon Ranges to join our SES Unit in both operational and support roles, available any time day or night.

Current members range from retired people in the community to young people, all eager to be a part of our community service.

All training and equipment is provided for all volunteers, and in most cases is a nationally recognised accreditation.

Our SES volunteers continue to provide a volunteer service to the communities of the Macedon Ranges and those that pass through its boundaries, and we welcome anyone to join our crews at Gisborne SES. Di Dale, Deputy Controller – Operations, Gisborne SES

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COMMUNITY SERVICE

Mt Macedon CFA holds open day

WLCG members who stayed to chat with Gary McSwain, volunteer director of Gisborne Community Bank branch of Bendigo Bank.

Enjoy Music for Pleasure and help carer group At their recent Annual General Meeting, Woodend Lifestyle Carers Group was delighted to hear from special guest Gary McSwain. Gary, a director of Gisborne & District Community Branch of Bendigo Bank, was very encouraging in his support of the group’s work.

After speaking at the conclusion of the AGM, he joined the group for afternoon tea, and took the opportunity to speak with members and learned how living with dementia affects their lives.

The group’s next major social event, the annual Christmas-in-July lunch at Top of the Range, Mount Macedon, was the sixth such occasion on a cold winter’s day that included a visit by Santa’s Elf. The big question was, would there be snow to add even more atmosphere to this cosy, fun afternoon!

This year’s fund-raising concert is with The Gisborne Singers who will do an encore performance of their Music for Pleasure concert. The show will be at the Church of Christ in New Gisborne on Sunday August 13 at 2.30pm. All proceeds will go towards WLCG’s respite guesthouse project. Bookings via 5420 7132.

So, anyone who can’t make the Singers' cabaret performance on August 5 will have the opportunity to catch up with these wonderful performers a week later.

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Rotary President hands over baton

Red Cross hears ambulance history

The Rotary Club of Gisborne held the annual Change Over dinner at Highfield Estate on June 30. The event celebrated the passing of the baton from Samantha Turner to the new president for 201718, John Scott. Many guests attended and the Rotary Club was particularly pleased to welcome a large number from the GREAT Association.

We look forward to a productive year in helping the community both locally and overseas.

Members of the Gisborne Friends of Red Cross enjoyed hearing from Beth Crawford at their monthly meeting in July.

Beth, a member of Red Cross for many years and also a member of the Gisborne Ambulance Auxiliary, gave an informative and entertaining talk about the history of the ambulance auxiliary and the early days of raising funds to obtain an ambulance station in Gisborne. This was achieved in 1975 with Ian Nagle as ambulance officer.

The auxiliary devised many ways to raise the funds including starting up the Gisborne Art and Craft Market, with six stalls taking part, and the opening of an antique fair. They also made show bags, hampers for the car picnic at Hanging Rock, and organised a steam rally in Sankey Reserve. As a result of their efforts, the new ambulance station was opened on December 18, 1980 by Rupert Hamer who arrived by helicopter in Dixon Field. The Gisborne Market was eventually handed over to the GREAT Association and is now a major drawcard for Gisborne. A sincere thanks to Beth and her fellow workers for achieving so much for Gisborne.

Our next meeting will be on August 4 at 1.30pm in the community rooms.

And one for your diary: at our September 1 meeting there will be a fashion parade of Kays Summer Fashions.

Pat Beasley

Youth Rotary organises a number of youth programs such as Youth Leadership (RYLA), Youth Potential Enrichment (RYPEN) and opportunities for young people to attend science programs. As applications open Gisborne Rotary will announce details.

Rotary Membership Have you recently moved into the area or have now retired? Why not be involved in community service?

The Rotary Club of Gisborne meets every Tuesday at 7pm at Gisborne Golf Club.

Guests are most welcome!

For further information please call Stuart Bonnington on 5426 3600 or Brendan Watters on 5422 6442.

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MRFEC – Gisborne’s Neighbourhood House – seeks ideas As Gisborne’s Neighbourhood House we would love to hear from you.

Whether you are a community group or an individual we would like to hear what you think is missing from your community.

Feel free to email us at enquiries@mrfec.ssc.net. au, give us a call on 5428 3799 or fill in our online survey which is available on our Facebook page – Macedon Ranges Further Education Centre Inc. New course guide: Our new course guide is available at www.mrfec.net.au and we have some new programs on offer. Feel free to have a look

or drop in to 12 Hamilton Street, Gisborne. We are behind the library and near the gym. We are open Monday to Thursday from 9am to 4pm.

As well as a range of computer literacy, health, hospitality, employment skills, language, and arts and crafts courses available, a couple of the courses noted by the Gazette include Women in the Workshop – learn to operate power tools with confidence; Sourdough Breadmaking – speaks for itself – and Golf tuition.

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Twenty-five years a paramedic

Dee McDonnell will receive a service medal.

Ambulance Victoria celebrated 30 years of women in ambulances in July. Dee McDonell, a paramedic based at the Gisborne Ambulance Station since 2013, has been a paramedic for 25 years and will receive a service medal later this year.

While women had played a critical role behind the scenes since the organisation’s inception, 27 July 1987 saw the induction of the first female Ambulance Officers. Women now make up almost half the organisation’s frontline paramedic workforce.

Dee started with the Metropolitan Ambulance in 1992 and worked on the western and eastern sides of the city. Years later she moved to Rural Ambulance Victoria. She went on the administration list at Gisborne in early 2008 but worked all over including in the Bendigo Operations Centre taking calls and dispatching.

She moved onto the permanent list at Gisborne in 2013 and now moves between here and in Bendigo on the Mica unit.

Dee enjoys being able to help people in her own community through her work at Gisborne Ambulance Station. She and her husband Andrew, also a paramedic, live in Riddells Creek.

Macedon CWA gets ready for spring

Gisborne CWA members keep busy

These cold days mean our July meeting made plans for a host of spring events – fetes, catering, visiting, the Kyneton Daffodil Festival.

Plenty of home-grown fruit and veg ensure plenty of jams, jellies, chutneys and pickles are ready for upcoming stalls. These are easy to make and always sell well.

My jelly recipe is easy and sets quickly. Any fruit can be used – apples and quinces are ideal. Cut up the fruit and put everything, skin, pips and pulp, into a pan, cover with water and boil until soft.

Place a clean cloth over a bowl, pour in the pulp, tie the top and hang over a bowl and let syrup drain out overnight. Next day, put syrup into a boiler, counting the cups as you go.

For each cup of syrup, add one cup of CSR Jam Setting Sugar (this has pectin in it) and stir until the sugar is dissolved. If a white froth forms, skim off.

Lorraine Then simmer until the syrup thickens.

Tweddle To test, take a tablespoon of syrup, let cool slightly then test for firmness. When ready, poor into warm sterilised jars and seal.

Lorraine Tweddle, 5426 2045

Our July meeting ended with a delicious spread for our Christmas in July lunch.

We were even able to offer a few nibbles to some young basketballers in competition over the school holidays.

A morning tea was provided for the Cemetery Trust and guests after the unveiling of new memorials for unmarked graves in Gisborne Cemetery.

The Daffodil Festival is coming up in Kyneton on September 9 and 10. The Central Highlands CWA takes over the Masonic Hall in Kyneton for the weekend with lunches and morning and afternoon teas served and stalls of craft, cakes, and plants manned by each club. It’s always a very busy weekend and donations of goods would be welcome.

Our next meeting is on August 14 at 10am at Gisborne Secondary College followed by our Association Day at 11.30am where other clubs may join us. The cost will be $12 for lunch and entertainment from the Geri Group from Glen Osmond Farm in Woodend. The farm operates as a respite for Very Christine Special Kids and we will find out more Edwards about their work on the day.

Coffee, craft and chat on August 21 will now be meeting at our room in the stadium at Gisborne Secondary College at 10am. Bring your knitting or craft – or just have a cuppa.

Colour of the month is blue and white.

Christine Edwards, 0437 953 253

Vice-President Russell Walker (second from left) with recipients of funds from Lions: Doug McArthur (Cemetery Trust), Barbara Davis (Gisborne Secondary College Chaplain), Helen Sankey (Cemetery Trust) and Peter Hansard (MRH).

District Governor visits Lions Lions District Governor V1-4 Malcolm Qualtrough and PDC Jill Qualtrough attended a dinner meeting of the Gisborne and District Lions Club on July 19.

At that meeting, Helena and Vlod Cyrulo and Marilyn Bryce were inducted as new members

by Jill Qualtrough, and we look forward to their ongoing contribution to the activities of Lions.

Further, cheques were presented for the Gisborne Secondary College Chaplaincy fund, Gisborne Cemetery Trust memorial for unmarked graves project and Macedon Ranges Health's sensory garden project at Gisborne Oaks Nursing Home.

The District Governor said he was impressed with the broad range of activities undertaken and causes supported by the Lions Club over the past 12 months.

New members’ sponsor Russell Walker (left), new members Helena and Vlod Cyrulo and Marilyn Bryce, and President Ross Sapwell.

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Gisborne and Macedon Ranges RSL News Membership: Please contact us on 5428 3154 if you wish to become an RSL member.

Sponsorship: We are looking for businesses to become RSL Gisborne sponsors.

Veterans' Welfare: If you know of any veterans who are ill, please let our Welfare Officer, Jan Field, know on 0417 726 657. The major portion of money raised by the RSL is spent on the welfare of veterans.

Legacy Week: August 28 to September 3 Project report: We have to submit a new application to Macedon Ranges Shire Council regarding creating a historical walk to the Cenotaph, and placing WW2, Korea and Vietnam veterans names on the Gisborne Cenotaph.

During our last meeting, our President, John De Lai, presented an RSL Appreciation Certificate to the Historical Society for its help collating names and details of the WW1 and WW2 Gisborne veterans.

We are seeking to rename the reserve where our Cenotaph stands, “Gisborne Veterans Honour Park” (currently Howey Reserve).

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ABOVE: Tricia Kaye (left) with guests Jacquie Crawford and Jim Luscombe, and secretary Elaine Millar at the Luncheon.

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John De Lai presents Sandra Kimmins of the Gisborne and Mt Macedon Districts Historical Society with an RSL Appreciation Certificate for the work the Historical Society has done researching Gisborne WW1 and WW2 veterans to add to the Cenotaph.

The Gisborne Auxiliary held its annual 3S Luncheon on July 25 at the Gisborne Masonic Lodge Hall.

More than 70 people enjoyed a delightful lunch with the food made and supplied by its members and $1,777 was raised. Jovial entertainment was provided

by Graeme and Laurie.

Our new HQ Community and Liaison officer Jacquie Crawford was welcomed to the event and Jim Luscombe, a client from Vision Australia, was guest speaker. Jim has an eye condition called retinitis pigmentosa which is a hereditary disease that generally occurs in people that have a family history of the condition.

Symptoms include night blindness and tunnel vision. It is usually diagnosed in mid to late teens or early twenties. He has a son and sister with the same condition. President Tricia Kaye thanked everyone for a wonderful effort and lovely event.

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RIGHT: 'Flanagan and Allen' (aka Laurie John and Graeme Millar) entertaining lunch guests with their “Underneath the Arches” comedy routine.

RSL hopes Gisborne will generously support Legacy

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Field Trip joins Cambodian Kids Foundation for trip Welcome to Field Trip Cambodia.

The Field Trip organisation helps young people find their passion, peers and path and is partnering with the Cambodian Kids Foundation – two not for profit organisations working towards a common good: to give local kids the chance to have an (affordable) experience of a lifetime, make a difference to the lives of Cambodian children and develop their community leadership skills.

The trip involves two weeks in Cambodia for local kids aged 13-16 during next year’s winter school holidays, June 30-July 15, 2018. The total fee is less than $3000 inclusive of everything and The Field Trip will help you fundraise to reduce the personal cost to you.

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Community grants up to $20,000 available I am proud to have been able to support many excellent projects across our region in Rounds 1 and 2 of the Stronger Communities Grants Program, with investments in the electorate of more than $250,000. Round 3 is now open and I am Rob Mitchell asking community organisations to let me know about projects that are important to them.

Up to a total of $150,000 will be available in the electorate of McEwen in the next financial year for small capital projects that improve participation and contribute to the vibrancy of our communities.

Individual grants of between $2,500 and $20,000 are available for capital projects but to be eligible the program requires matched contributions in cash or in kind on at least a dollar for dollar basis.

The program is open to community based not-forprofit organisations that are not owned by a state or territory government. It excludes schools, hospitals and technical colleges. All applicants must operate as a legal entity with a current ABN. Expressions of interest forms can be obtained by emailing me on Rob.Mitchell.MP@aph.gov.au or by calling my office on 9333 0440.

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With Andrew Twaits I want to start by thanking the many residents and community groups from the South Ward who made submissions to the recent budget process.

Community submissions really do help Councilors get a feel for the relative merits of competing funding proposals.

Choosing where to spend the community’s money is a huge responsibility. I’m pleased we were able to achieve some savings in operational areas (circa $925,000) and allocate record funding to capital works projects (about $24 million).

These capital works projects included much needed investments in roads, drains and footpaths, as well as significant contributions to sport and recreational facilities.

The savings identified in the budget process haven’t yet been allocated to other initiatives. How the money gets spent is something I’d like Council to consider later this year, as part of the traditional mid-year budget review. I would hope this process would include another round of consultation with the community.

In an environment of rate capping and relatively static capital grants from state and federal government, Council has a challenging task ahead to build and maintain the infrastructure required to support our population and at the same time maintain the delivery of high quality essential services to residents and businesses in the shire.

On other matters, the draft Macedon Ranges Visitor Economy “Future Directions” paper 2017-2027 and the draft Leisure Strategy 2017-2027 have been issued for community consultation. If members of the community have thoughts or questions on either of these documents, I’d be very happy to hear them.

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Proudly sponsored by Macedon Ranges Art Group, Phoenix Macedon Ranges Art & Craft, The Gallery Mt Macedon, The Gisborne Singers, Duneira, Licorice Allsorts, Macedon Music, The Mount Players, Australian Decorative & Fine Arts Society Central Victoria and Woodend Art Group

Chamber Choir returns for Music at Resurrection Local music lovers are promised a wonderful feast of choral delights on Saturday August 19 at 3pm, when the Australian Chamber Choir returns to the Church of the Resurrection to present the program By the waters of Babylon.

Central to the program are works based on this text of loss and mourning (based on Psalm 137) by Bach and Palestrina. William Byrd is represented by the much-loved Ave verum corpus, and in the Magnificat and Nunc dimittis

by Herbert Howells the choir will be accompanied from the organ.

The program also features two commissioned works.

Choir member Luke Hutton (b. 1989) offers a thoughtful work loosely based on the poem Fern Hill by Dylan Thomas and exploring the themes of lost youth. The theme of loss is also taken up by Tom Henry (b. 1971) whose work Uncertain journeys is informed by the loss experienced by refugees arriving in Australia.

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Special Father's Day event at Duneira

Bryan Dawe will talk about Morocco.

Shake off the winter blues and plan a fabulous day out on Sunday September 3 at Duneira.

We start the day with a guided house tour and morning tea. Learn about the history of this hill station and the families that lived here during the past 140 years.

Local artist Mary Larnach-Jones has been visiting Corfu for the past 40 years, and will share a most interesting discussion of Corfu through the eyes of an artist. Explore the sights and sounds, literature, art and famous people who have explored and fallen in love with this magical island.

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A very special Father’s Day Afternoon Tea and concert will be held from 2.15pm. Soprano Karen Fitz-Gibbon performs with Ensemble 642 in a performance of passionate love songs of 17th century composer Strozzi.

The multi-talented Bryan Dawe will join us later in the day with a talk about his travels and love affair with Morocco and a special look at his exhibition of photographs of Tangier.

This special Father’s Day line-up of events are now available for booking directly through www.duneira.com.au Submitted by I. O’Duffy, Duneira

A program that uses writing to help reduce barriers and isolation for people with disabilities launches in the Loddon NDIS region early in August. This region includes Macedon Ranges Shire.

The program, created by Writers Victoria and called Write-ability Goes Regional and Online, aims to provide Picture: Anne Standen people with disability Write-ability tutor Jax Jacki with the tools and Brown support to enable them to tell their own stories their way.

People with disability comprise more than 20% of the Australian population but are under-represented in publishing.

Write-ability tutor and disability advocate Jax Jacki Brown said, “As a young person growing up in a regional town, it would have made such a difference to my self-esteem and lessened my feelings of isolation if I could have read work by other people with disability.”

Brown was set to speak at the launch in Bendigo on August 2, at which participants were to hear about the impact of language and explore how writing could develop new ways of thinking.

The program continues in the Loddon region with a series of monthly writing groups for people with disability until April 2018. For more information visit www.writersvictoria.org.au, email mentor1@ writersvictoria.org.au, or call 9094 7855.

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A favorite at The Gallery We are extremely delighted to welcome William Ritchie back to The Gallery.

William, who is undoubtedly one of the local region’s most talented and highly regarded wildlife artists, once again joins us in the focus room as a feature guest artist during August. Please do join us on Saturday August 12 at 2pm, when you will be able to meet William and admire his incredibly beautifully detailed paintings and limited edition prints of birds and the local wildlife.

The exhibition is open Thursdays to Tuesdays 10am to 4pm at The Gallery Mt Macedon, 684 Mt Macedon Road (behind the Trading Post) until the beginning of September.

'Pyro' by William Ritchie.

How did the Industrial Revolution change decorative arts forever?

Find out on Thursday August 10 when ADFAS Central Vic presents their August lecture titled ‘Making the Modern World: The Industrial Revolution & the Decorative Arts’. The lecture will be at the Kyneton Town Hall, 7pm for 7.30pm start. The cost is $30 cash payable on the night and includes supper and a glass of wine.

Enquiries to Nicky Peters on 0400 958 449.

The lecture will focus on how the Industrial Revolution, by way of mass production, made it possible for the middle classes to access objects previously enjoyed by the aristocracy. Ornamental objects such as furniture, book making, textiles, jewellery and ceramics dominated, resulting in completely new attitudes towards taste and interior design.

The guest lecturer will be Andrew Spira who has been a curator at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, specialising in 18th century British art.

July Lecture Update Last month, ADFAS members and guests were captivated by Gerald Deslandes’ lecture on ‘Landscape into Art’ – an artistic movement that focuses on altering natural elements into the landscape. Visually, the lecture delighted the audience as numerous outstanding images were shared.

Still a chance to see Singers' popular 'Music for Pleasure' The Gisborne Singers’ winter cabaret, Music For Pleasure, is practically sold out for the Saturday night performance (August 5). If you would like to see a repeat performance it’s on again at 2.30pm on Sunday August 13 at Gisborne Church of Christ, 31 Saunders Road, New Gisborne.

Proceeds from the second concert all go to Woodend Lifestyle Carers Group (WLCG) to help fund a

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August is National Family History Month (NFHM), initiated some years ago by the Australasian Federation of Family History Organisations. During August, family history groups throughout Australia and New Zealand hold various activities.

The Gisborne Genealogical Group will be conducting two workshops on Saturday August 12 from 9.30am to 4pm in the Family History Room next to the Gisborne Library.

The morning session will be a ‘Writer’s Workshop’ led by Dr Martin Playne and Barbara Beaumont from the editorial group of the GSV. In the afternoon Julie Dworak will lead a workshop on ‘Photo restoration using Photoshop’.

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WINE & DINE JOHN'S EASY RECIPES John Chambers

Vanilla, Ricotta & Almond Cake with Poached Fruit Vanilla-infused stone fruit and juicy berries are streaked through this moist Vanilla, Ricotta & Almond Cake. The almond meal is a must, giving it a dense, nutty texture. Serve warm with a drizzle of vanilla poaching syrup and a light dusting of icing sugar – a delightful cake for a lovely occasion.

PREP: 45 min COOK: 60 min SERVES: 8 Ingredients Poached fruit 1 cup seasonal fruit (stone fruit or pears) (approximately 2 peaches) ½ cup sugar ½ cup water 2 tsp vanilla bean paste 1-2 tsp rum Cake 170g butter, at room temperature 1½ cups full cream firm ricotta cheese, room temperature Zest of ½ orange 3 tsp pure vanilla extract 1½ cups caster sugar 3 eggs 1½ cups plain flour 3 tsp baking powder 1/3 cup almond meal 1 tsp salt 1 ½ cups fresh mixed berries or frozen, thawed & drained

The proof's in the pudding A local group of friends held Christmas in July last month and the Gazette team was chuffed to see that one of the dishes on the menu came from the recipes presented by John Chambers on this page each month.

Method STEP 1 Cut stone fruit or peeled and cored pears into eighths, set aside. Bring sugar and water to a boil in a small saucepan, mixing until sugar dissolves. Add stone fruit or pears, Vanilla Bean Paste and rum , poaching fruits until just softened, about 10 minutes.

Drain and set aside, reserving poaching syrup.

STEP 2 Preheat oven to 180°C, grease and line a 23cm round cake tin. In a stand mixer, cream butter until pale and creamy. Add ricotta, orange zest and Vanilla Extract and mix until smooth then add sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time until mixture is smooth. Sift in flour, baking powder, almond meal, salt and mix until just combined. Fold in 1 cup of the mixed berries, taking care not to crush berries.

STEP 3 Pour batter into prepared cake tin. Place poached stone fruit on top and scatter with remaining berries.

Bake for 60 minutes or until an inserted skewer comes out clean. Check the cake at 45-50 minutes – if the berries on top are starting to darken too much, cover with foil to prevent further browning.

STEP 4 Allow to cool in tin for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack or serving plate. Serve with a drizzle of poaching syrup and a light dusting of icing sugar.

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Mount Players events

BOOKWORMS

A successful One Act Play Festival for this year was held from July 7 to 9 at the Mountview Theatre, Macedon.

Pictured below is Georgia Old, granddaughter of the late Eve Old (well known local author) presenting the Eve Old Award for Best Production to the Brighton Theatre Company for their play Second Sight.

The next production by the Mount Players will be The Full Monty.

Rehearsals are well under way for this fabulous musical comedy and heart-warming story of a bunch of unemployed blokes who find they have no choice other than to become strippers to make some quick cash. A witty script and a talented cast and orchestra will provide a night out not to be forgotten.

The Full Monty opens on Friday August 18 and runs until Sunday September 10.

To book your tickets call our box office on 5426 1892 or go to www.themountplayers.com Karen Hunt

With Natasha Boyd Workshop demonstration

by Craig Penny.

Macedon Ranges Art Group Plein Air (in the open air) is a French term coined by the French Impressionists to describe painting outdoors to capture natural light and atmosphere and to depict those qualities on canvas or paper.

In late spring and early summer, it is time to think of painting outdoors in the many wonderful scenic areas we have around the Macedon Ranges. The season for Plein Air can continue until the winter closes in next year.

The Macedon Ranges Art Group (MRAG) will be organising the Plein Air group to begin possibly in late October. This is a feature of our many activities which include workshops, social/painting days and art shows.

One of the most popular activities of our group is the one-day workshops run by some of the best artists in Victoria. These workshops focus on practical exercises where the tutor usually begins with a demonstration. As well as improving existing skills, these workshops are a great way to explore an unfamiliar medium or style.

For more information on MRAG please visit us at www.macedonrangesartgroup.com or email macedonrangesartgroup@gmail.com or mail to PO Box 279, Woodend, 3442.

BOOK GIVEAWAY This month’s prize is a copy of Jimmy Cook Discovers Third Grade by Kate & Jol Temple which was recently shortlisted for the Children's Book Council of Australia awards. This prize is thanks to Allen & Unwin and Book Bonding. Pop into the GREAT Centre showing you are in the 3rd grade or love Captain Cook or other history books to claim the prize.

Actors in The Full Monty are stretched at rehearsal in July.

The Full Monty – August 18 to September 10

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Enjoy our BBQ and Bar facilities that will be available on the day . Participate in either a short formal game of bowls or enter one of our novelty bowling games to win prizes. Accredited coaches will be on hand to give you tips on how to play the game.

It promises to be a fun day. Come along and bring your unwanted sensitive data.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney has to be one of the most popular books for kids for the past few years. The lead character Greg and his adventures at home and school are relatable, funny and touching, and accompanied with fantastic black and white comic illustrations. While kids wait for the new one in the series – book 13 The Getaway being released on October 29 – there is a plethora of other fictional diaries and journals that kids can enjoy.

Tom Gates by Liz Pichon and My Life and Other Stuff by Aussie author Tristan Bancks are very similar to Wimpy Kid. A female-centred version is Rachel Renee Russell’s Dork Diaries series, which recently released book 11, Frenemies Forever. She also has now started with her own male version called The Misadventures of Max Crumbly.

Another funny concoction is Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja by Marcus Emerson which follows Chase Cooper’s adventures at a new school and is already to book nine in the series. Stick Dog by Tom Watson and Super Amazing Adventures of Me, Pig by Emer Stamp are both animal diaries and up to book four in their series. For those who want a standalone book with a history edge, try the very funny Diary of Dorkius Maximus by Tim Collins which is set in ancient Pompeii.

Parents whose kids love Minecraft and who want them to have a bit less screen time could suggest Diary of a Minecraft Zombie by Zack Zombie which begins with book 1 A Scare of a Dare. For more spooky minded readers try Patrick Carman’s Skeleton Creek series which has The Blair Witch Project as its inspiration.

For the more historically minded 10+ reader, the My Australian Story is fantastic and explores children keeping a diary as they live in different time frames such as the gold rush, Cyclone Tracy or the bombing of Darwin.

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Photographer shows why it's worth getting excited about fungus At our July technical night, local horticulturalist Greg Boldiston provided an inspiring insight into the huge range of fungi found in the Macedon Ranges. Many of them were found on Mt Macedon itself.

His amazing images were shot at night with a phone camera and small LED lights. It just shows you don’t have to have expensive gear to get great photographs!

Macedon Ranges Photographic Society's AGM on August 1 will herald a new committee to lead the club over the next 12 months. New members are most welcome. Club members will also be handing in their images for our

October competition with the set subject topic being ‘Book Covers’. This should make for some creative thinking!

Our August 7 technical night will be a beginners’ night and is all about ‘Getting to Know your Camera’. Visitors are welcome and if you have just bought a new camera this could be a great opportunity to explore its features.

The society meets twice per month at the Riddells Creek Neighbourhood House at 59 Main Road.

Visit www.macedon-ranges-photography. org.au/ or our Facebook page for more information.

Deborah Mullins

Winter walks to suit everyone The Gisborne Bushwalking Club is offering walks this winter that provide choices for the different interests of club members. In June, walk leaders Kerena Tyers and Jill Couchman offered a local walk between Macedon and Woodend following little-known tracks and back roads that many walkers had not seen before.

This was a “comfortable” winter walk compared with the walk in July in the Lerderderg Gorge led by long time club man and walk leader, Brian Smith. Brian’s walk, on a very wintry day, started on Square Bottle Track, went across Whisky Creek, then along Vodka, Whisky and Champagne Tracks in succession.

In recognition of the track names, Brian hid some bottles of champagne along the track the day before so he could offer his hardy walkers a trackside reward. A nice touch by a great bushwalker!

In August, Peter and Gwenyth Bishop will take walkers through seven inner suburban parks that link up in a 15km circuit. Walkers can take public transport to Melbourne and will have the option to make the walk shorter by diverting onto a tram if they prefer an earlier finish for afternoon tea.

If these activities sound interesting to you or you would like further information, contact club President Pierre Muehlheim (5428 3490) or Vice-President Peter Bishop (5427 0888) or go to our website, www.gisborne bwc.org.au Peter Bishop GISBORNE

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Amazing images from the Greg Boldiston technical night on the topic ‘Fungi of the Macedon Ranges’.

Smoking ban on Council land Council is seeking feedback about a proposal that will ban smoking at outdoor dining and drinking areas on Council land.

The proposed changes strengthen the previous Smoke-Free Outdoor Areas Policy and complement the Victorian Government reforms effective from August 1.

Smoking is now banned in outdoor dining areas throughout Victoria. This includes on footpaths or in courtyards that form part of, or are attached to, cafes, restaurants, takeaway outlets, pubs and licensed premises. It also extends to food fairs such as food and wine festivals, and within 10 metres of food stalls and food vendors at other events.

Under the new laws, venues can dedicate some or all of their outdoor areas to smoking and drinking as long as food is not served in these areas.

Council’s revised policy proposes all businesses with permits to operate outdoor dining areas on Council land, including footpaths, would be smoke-free at all times.

Anyone can join Kangaroo Island trip It has been a very busy time for our members keeping warm during these cold winter months with lots of activities.

At the July meeting we welcomed Peter Sommerville of Blackbird Cruises who told of the history of the Maribyrnong River.

About 30 people enjoyed the bus trip to Bendigo to Fortuna Villa, a remarkable old home.

Our next excursion is in the opposite direction; to Rippon Lea in Elsternwick, always a beautiful place to visit.

For anyone interested in joining the four-day tour to Kangaroo Island – please remember you don’t have to be a member of Probus – you will be made most welcome.

In August we will travel to Boort to visit the Simply Tomatoes factory and the famous Spanner Man who has been featured in magazines and on television.

Wray has secured good seats for Aladdin at Her Majesty's Theatre in Melbourne, so with all these wonderful activities we can forget about the cold and stay warm with good company and conversation.

Trish

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FOR THE GREEN THUMBS Daly Nature Reserve news

Above Left: The mature castor oil plant. The plant is toxic to humans and animals. And above right, a young castor oil plant with its distinctive mauve flowers.

Beware the castor oil plant!

It was alarming to find castor oil plants for sale in a nursery on the other side of town but I am sure it would not take much to find it in a nursery around here. It is a very invasive plant that is native to Africa and it will establish itself in abundance along watercourses, floodplains and disturbed land given half a chance.

In Victoria it is not well established in bushland yet.

Found mostly near gardens from which it escapes, it extends through a broad strip of southern and eastern Australia, becoming a nightmare wherever it settles.

The plant is quite toxic to humans and animals if ingested and a destroyer of pasture lands. The last thing the bush and waterways of Macedon Ranges needs is for this plant to establish itself as it is nearly impossible to control once established.

Please don’t be tempted to plant the castor oil plant no matter what the nursery tells you.

Plant a Pincushion Hakea (Hakea laurina), a much nicer looking and more bird friendly shrub, or the Kangaroo Apple (Saolanum Iaciniatun), a good grower too.

Amanda Gauci, Chairperson Federation of Environment and Horticulture Macedon Ranges fehmrinc@gmail.com

An attractive native alternative: Pincushion Hakea (Hakea laurina)

It has been pretty chilly for our working bees but we managed to keep warm with a bit of digging and carrying watering cans as we planted a range of indigenous trees in the Reserve. We are so grateful to our helpers and always welcome newcomers. We meet from 9.30am to 11.30am every first Tuesday of the month, signing in at the Scout Hall (weather permitting). A welcome cuppa rounds off the morning.

Committee and office bearers were elected at our AGM. Amanda Gauci spoke of plants that would naturally occur in Daly Nature Reserve and Andrew Dilley illustrated many variations of the orchid family and how they rely on fungi and environment for their survival. Daly Nature Reserve is home to a few varieties. If you would like to have them pointed out to you in spring, please contact us. We may be able to organise a special walk.

We thank our sponsors for supporting our fund-raising raffle. If you would like to support us financially, you can become a member. Annual fees are now due, $10 per person, $5 students and seniors.

Send enquiries for membership and working bees to dalyreserve@hotmail.com.

Irene Perkin

A Daly Reserve working group replaces lost indigenous tree species.

Friends of Jackson Creek The Friends will be taking a break this month but will be back on Sunday September 17 when the group will be planting 130 trees in the vicinity of the Station Road bridge. The assistance of any Gazette readers from 10am that day will be much appreciated.

The creek surrounds are looking a picture at the moment and your help will enhance the beauty of this treasured space in Gisborne.

For more information contact David on 0415 534 477.

In July some of the Friends of Jackson Creek cleared invasive weeds and trees from a section of the creek behind Gardiner Reserve.

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Gardening around Gisborne – August In the the flower garden In flowerand andornamental ornamental garden

Garden Club members chat with guest speaker Professor Tim Entwisle.

Gisborne Garden Club The July meeting of the Gisborne Garden Club was held at the Masonic Hall and began with a light soup and sandwich lunch in a warm and cosy environment.

Our speaker for the day was Professor Tim Entwisle, CEO Melbourne Royal Botanic Gardens, who offered us an insight into his research and observations and writings on the common acceptance of just four yearly seasons, and his suggestion that in some areas of Australia the climate may be divided into several more “seasons”. His ideas were supported with interesting diagrams and references and

At Mt Macedon Horticultural Society speaker night on September 5, Fermi De Sousa, an alpine plant and bulb enthusiast from Redesdale, will speak on crevice gardens.

Visitors are very welcome, entry is $5.

from subsequent discussions it seems all present found the topic both challenging and thought provoking.

August 9 is the club’s next meeting, which will be held at a private property in Riddells Creek; maybe there will be a hint of spring by then! At least there will be early bulbs in Kerry Langmaid evidence!

The club meets on the second Wednesday of the month, generally between 1pm and 3pm.

For further information please phone Kerry on 0408 115 759.

Kerry Langmaid

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HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY INC.

Meetings start at 8pm at the Mt Macedon Golf Club/ Horticultural Hall on Mt Macedon Road.

We’ve had some really cold windy weather lately. I am looking forward to the warmer days of spring just around the corner.

Strong cold winds heighten the effects of cold temperatures for plants. Cold air can delay the start of the spring growth spurt by several weeks. A hessian screen or slotted fence will reduce the wind velocity and a position on the sunny sheltered side of the house helps more tender plants survive the cold. Creating living screens with layers of shrubs to filter the cold winds and the hot winds in summer also helps. Make a list now of some of the types of plants you could plant in spring to do this for you.

Early spring flowering bulbs and perennials are flowering well now. The display of flowers on pink flowering apricots are nearly finished and their show always heralds the wonderful spring displays to come.

This is the month to finish planting barerooted fruiting and ornamental plants as well as roses.

DOWN TO EARTH With Rosemary Davies

stored from autumn. This will prepare the soil for some spring planting next month. Build up the height of the garden beds so they are at least 20-30 cms higher than the surrounding soil levels if you have heavy compacted clay soils. This improves the drainage and warmth of the beds and gives you better root growth.

If you are doing any planting, water in any new plants, even seedlings, with a liquid seaweed fertiliser immediately after planting.

This liquid feeding will give better root development and growth of the new plants.

Clear the weeds and grass from the trunk of fruiting trees and shrubs and mulch around them instead. Weeds and grass will compete with the tree roots for water and nutrients.

In the the native garden In native garden Visit your local nursery and specialist growers or order online from the huge range of winter spring flowering natives that are available and that will grow well in our region. Choosing a range of plants to give a succession of flowers for every month of the year creates and builds a valuable, life-saving habitat for birds and other native creatures.

To brighten the garden, porch and patio, plant up pots with easy care polyanthus. This primrose will add a rainbow of colours to your garden with their cheery pink, crimson, blue, mauve, purple, orange and white flowers.

In the and fruitand garden In thevegie vegetable fruit garden Improve the vegetable beds by mixing through lime, gypsum and some compost, or those part rotted leaves you raked up and

In the family garden for children Garden activities Design with children a special space for them to grow plants in the garden. As parents, grandparents and carers we can reinforce an understanding and passion of nature and the natural world with children. Building connections to nature’s health benefits and spending time outdoors builds the health of our whole local community.

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GISBORNE REGION EVENTS ACTIVITIES & TOURISM View from the stalls

Gringo Paella

By Rosemary Davies

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A whole team of volunteers bring you the Gazette each month.

This is the cheery crew that unloaded the July edition from the delivery truck and bundled it for our many distributors to deliver to local letterboxes. If you are able to contribute some time to get the Gazette out to readers, please pop in to the GREAT Centre in Hamilton Street.

Gringo Paella are the real masters in paella for our community.

Not your average paella, this is Valenciana style and the team are so good at this style of paella they recently won a place in paella semi-final competitions in Melbourne.

The prize was a trip to Spain for the Concurs International Paella Competition, one of the most prestigious and oldest Paella competitions in the world. This renowned competition is now in its 57th year and draws contestants from around the world to Spain in September each year.

Gringo Paella have been coming to our Gisborne market for over three years and also have a stall at several other Melbourne markets. Customers can choose from the most popular chicken and chorizo, vegetarian mushroom, and mussel and chicken. It’s fascinating to stand by and watch all the stirring and mixing of the rice based dish in the huge frypans they use, then be part of the line up queueing eagerly to taste the final product!

Gary Sanders (left), delivery driver Graeme from Shepparton, Graeme Millar, Richard Whiteley, Maxine Barker and John Phair form a happy assembly line.

Flag presentation at the GREAT Centre Ioreth Tudor and Jasper Hood ready to serve their special Valencia paella.

DISPLAY OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOCAL ARTISTS There are some opportunities for local artists or art groups to display their work at the GREAT Centre later this year. Interested parties should call in to the office, which is open from 10am to 4pm weekdays.

Federal Member for McEwen Rob Mitchell (left) hands over a new flag to GREAT members Ian Boyd and Graeme Millar. The replacement flag has since been placed on a flagpole in the John Aitken Reserve.

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Take a peek in your own backyard With lives becoming busier and busier, sometimes we forget about doing things that are right on our doorstep.

Here is a reminder as to what is in your own backyard – take the time to visit some local gems.

When was the last time you visited Hanging Rock, or walked to the top of Mt Macedon to enjoy the views?

Have you been to one of the local markets lately? There are regular monthly markets in the Macedon Ranges.

In the southern area, they include the Gisborne and Riddells Creek markets.

We are also lucky to have many of the country’s best cold-climate wines. The Macedon Ranges boasts numerous wineries and closest to the southern region are Gisborne Peak Wines in Gisborne South, Hanging Rock Winery near Hanging Rock and Mount Towrong on Mt Macedon. And don’t forget there are many wonderful cafes and restaurants in the area for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Or plenty of places for a quiet drink or relaxed afternoon tea.

So next time you feel like doing something with family and friends, maybe there is something just a few kilometres away that you may just love doing.

For many more details about what’s on in the Macedon Ranges, visit www.visitmacedonranges.com

Council has approved the establishment of a restaurant at the corner of Robertson and Brantome Streets despite the business not providing additional car parking space.

It is hoped that the restaurant will provide employment for up to 30 locals. This corner has previously housed a veterinarian, a clothing boutique and a specialist chocolate cafe.

The Friends of Wyralla Reserve will continue to seek funds from the Council to help apply the master plan for the reserve, and are also looking for fundraising ideas.

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Following public consultation early in July, the Gisborne Cemetery Trust has decided to merge with the Geelong Cemeteries Trust which already manages 19 other cemeteries and has the resources to more effectively advance the future plans of the cemetery than the present group of volunteers can. A Gisborne committee will be established to provide advice as the cemetery plans develop.

Popular librarian Subha Simpson will be leaving Gisborne this month to take up an appointment at Corio Library, closer to her home. Her smiling presence will be sorely missed.

The Friends of Wyralla Reserve were disappointed not to have received any grant money from the Macedon Ranges Shire Council to advance the Master Plan.

As if kangaroos aren’t enough of a hazard at Permanent parkland features were not a priority in night on our local roads, a driver received a deciding grants this time. shock when his car collided with a deer last Friends of Wyralla Reserve will continue to apply month on Kilmore Road. The message is clear: for grants to fulfill the Master Plan.

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Sounds like you need an environmentally friendly, cost-will suddenly appear from the roadside.

The group will have meetings with Council officers effective hydronic floor or radiator heating system in As noted by Cr Helen in the near future to establish a clear direction for your new/existing home and office.

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Membership is literally the price of a cup of coffee.

Shoppers are already seeing 2018 diaries in New members are very welcome. *Please note that Kevin Bloody Wilson being Kevin the stores – where has the year gone!

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LOCAL HISTORY

Gisborne & Mount Macedon Districts Historical Society 4 Hamilton Street  e: history@gisbornemountmacedon.org.au

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From soon after Gisborne's formation, local farmers gathered to work on improving their knowledge of local conditions and their farming skills.

Phyllis and Ian Boyd describe the course of formal agricultural activities.

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he Gisborne Farmers’ Society that was formed in 1858 was associated with the Port Phillip Farmers’ Society that had been established in 1848.

The Gisborne Branch of the Port Phillip Farmers’ Society held its first Annual Ploughing Match on July 9, 1858, in Colin Campbell’s paddock, about three miles from the township. Twelve horse teams and thirteen bullock teams competed.

Among the prize winners were Thomas Watson, Robert Kirkwood, James Smith, Robert Gerrand, John Dewar, Mr Hamilton, Hugh Campbell, Martin Brady and Donald Junor.

The Kyneton Observer of July 13, 1858, reported: "At the Annual Meeting of the Port Phillip Farmers’ Society, Mr William Robertson, Chairman, an old colonist and one of the first who settled in the neighbourhood of Gisborne, related in an amusing and instructive manner some of the early difficulties in his agricultural experiences, and mentioned that there was at one time a single set of harrows between Melbourne and Gisborne. He had gone on an expedition with the view of borrowing the implement and was very hospitably received by the owner, young John Carre Riddell. Mr Riddell is now the President of the Society."

On August 24, 1858, a letter to the Board of Land and Works Melbourne written by Thomas Ferrier Hamilton from Cairn Hill, Gisborne, and countersigned

by William Hurst, noted: “At a meeting of the members of the Gisborne Branch of the Port Phillip Farmers’ Society held this day, the following resolution was ... unanimously carried 'That the President communicate with the Honourable President of the Board pointing out the great advantages that would accrue to this town and district by a grant of five acres of land to be appropriated to the purpose of Show Lands for agricultural produce and implements and also for the exhibition of cattle.

'As President of the Gisborne Farmers’ Society ... I request you will have the goodness to sanction the grant solicited ... and at the same time permit me respectfully to suggest the selection of that piece of land adjoining the cricket

Above: Map showing the site of the Show Yards on the Frith Road estate.

Visible is a roughly drawn Station Road and the bridge near today's service station, and the Toll Bar. Right, sketch showing the position of the shed and animal pens erected there in the Show Yards.

ground lately granted to the towns people as being the best suited'...”

At the Gisborne Exhibition held on March 9, 1859, a medallion (now held by the Historical Society) was awarded to Benjamin Coombs Porter as first prize for Cape barley. Porter was later a member of the Melton Road District Board.

A letter dated June 1869 to the Commissioner of Lands and Survey and signed by Secretary Henry Reed Dixon

read in part: “Referring to...the reserve for agricultural show yards in Gisborne, I have now the honour to send a rough sketch of the shed and other improvements erected thereon. I am directed by the Committee of the Farmers’ Society to request that you will be kind enough to give the matter early attention”. These improvements were on allotment 17 on what is today the Frith Road estate.

The Show Yard had a four-rail outer

Port Phillip Farmers' Society medallion awarded to local farmer Benjamin Porter in 1859 (front and obverse), now held by Mount Macedon & Districts Historical Society.

fence and three-rail inner subdividing fences of unusual width and strength.

The shed was said to be sound and perfect, the sheep and pig pens were close battered with the only exception being the want of slip rails. The total cost of improvements was nearly £300.

In 1876 local farmers, supported by Farmers’ Societies from surrounding areas, advocated for the establishment of an Agricultural College.

A meeting was held in the Gisborne Mechanics Institute in 1877 at which T homas Ferrier Hamilton MLC introduced a Mr McIvor who spoke to local farmers in regard to the establishment of an agricultural college as being the best means of advancing agricultural knowledge. Government veterinary surgeon Graham Mitchell addressed the meeting about a new disease that was affecting the sheep herds of the districts which was suspected to be related to poor drainage in the Gisborne area.

He hoped that a Veterinary School would soon be established so that the young men of the district would be educated in the needs of the industry. He believed that footrot, red-water (an infection causing reddish urine) and black leg would all disappear when proper drainage was in place.

Not only farmers were concerned about poor drainage. On the same evening as the Gisborne meeting, the New Gisborne School Board met to discuss the need to remove a noxious and dangerous drain that ran through the New Gisborne School grounds.

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n 1873, the Gisborne and Riddells Creek Agricultural Societies amalgamated under the banner of the West Bourke Agricultural Society.

At a meeting of the Society held at Gardner’s Telegraph Hotel, various items of business were covered. A committee was set up to procure samples of wheat for the Philadelphia Exhibition. The committee advertised for two-bushel samples of local wheat to be forwarded to the Gisborne railway station.

Mr Riddell read a list of prizes that were to be offered in the annual Agricultural Show. Captain Robert Gardiner would present prizes that had been generously donated by Messrs Campbell, Moffitt, Miscamble, Riddell, Dineen, Thomson, Renwick, Cookson, Foy and Clarke.

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Bundaleer Rover Scouts recently played a card game with a twist! Each time a Rover lost a round, they had to put on more clothes.

The point of the night was for everyone to bring clothes that they wanted to donate to the local op shop. They brought so many clothes they filled up the St Paul’s bin plus more!

1st Gisborne Scouts Bundaleer Rovers are all rugged up.

Macedon Ranges District Girl Guides enjoyed a cold weekend indoor camp at Riddells Creek where they enjoyed friendship, fun and Guiding activities.

The girls worked in Patrols to undertake a variety of challenges based on traditional Guiding skills such as cooking, compass, knots and hiking.

They also worked together to assist each other to undertake the low rope challenge and to cross over the swinging bridge. On the Saturday night the girls entertained us with a variety of skits and singing activities.

Gisborne Girl Guides have chosen to undertake their Life skills – Cooking badge this term. If you are aged eight or older and would be interested in seeing what we do, phone Deb on 5426 1931 for further details. Meetings are held on Thursdays at 5pm.

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Rogaining Champions Scouts had a great time at the Schools, Scouts and Cadets Rogaining Championship at Spargo Creek near Daylesford recently with a combination of Ross Watt and Mitchell troop Scouts coming together to take Best Group Overall in the Scout section. Congratulations 1st Gisborne!

Frozen Hike Congratulations to Lydia Best and Nicole Brideson for completing their Green Cord Hike at the end of the school holidays.

On the hike we started off really early in the morning in the freezing cold. There were six of us plus the leaders and we started walking for 10km which Lydia, Jack, Nicole, Harrison, Luke and Dylan. took us four hours.

When we got to camp, we put up tents in the cold and climbed a massive hill and played a game of 40/40 home base. We had a fire, made our own dinner then slept.

When we woke up, it was absolutely freezing the next day as well but we still walked about 13km. In total we walked 30km in the Brisbane Ranges and we had a great time.

By Dylan Visscher

Keyanah and Stephanie from Gisborne Guide unit undertake a cooking challenge at camp.

Macedon Scouts boys' day out 1st Macedon Scout Section are out and about and up to lots of things this winter.

Angus C safely arrived in China on his way to Mongolia and has been sending us amazing photos of his patrol on the Great Wall of China. Three scouts attended the District Leadership camp and arrived home packed with ideas for future programs, and a brave patrol of scouts, two parents and one leader tackled the rain and mud for a boy’s day out at GWS Anderson Scout Park in Officer

and competed in the Scout Mountain Bike Spectacular Four-Hour Endurance Race. In relay style, the adults completed 22 laps of the 3.5km track, the scouts completed 13.

Much fun was had, and all unanimously agree that a warm shower later at home was never more appreciated! I received a text from the leader, Mark, on the afternoon of the race: “Six stacks and one trip to first aid. And that was just me!”

Lara, ASL 1st Macedon

A muddy but happy Brock, Mark, Thomas, Angus, William, Stephen and Zac after the Scout Mountain Bike Spectacular on July 23.

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Shedman Terry has just completed a labour of love for his granddaughter. Every girl should be so lucky! It takes quite some imagination to envisage the pieces of wood pictured, becoming this beautiful rocking horse pictured (with Terry).

Imagination is something we’ve got plenty of at The Shed.

To hear it in action just come along any Monday, Wednesday or Thursday morning and over a cuppa listen to the chat about the size of fish caught or exploits on the footy field about fifty years ago!

With Betty Doolan

Registrations open for Colour Run and Walk Registrations for this year's MRH Colour Run and Walk are now open via www.trybooking.com.au or www. mrh.org.au – this event was awarded the 2016 Community Event of the Year by the Macedon Ranges Shire Council and we are so pleased that the community continues to embrace this colourful event with as much as enthusiasm as the first year.

Early bird registrations provide the opportunity to choose your t-shirt size

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If you don’t want to walk or run but are interested in helping out at the event, please contact Kelly on 5428 0300 or at Kelly.milne@mrh.org.au.

There are plenty of volunteering opportunities on the day and it is such an incredible event to be part of!

WHEN: Sunday October 22 Pre-event activities begin at 9am with the main event starting at 10am.

The Oaks has been very busy this month with lots of things happening. We had Christmas in July at St Albans Hotel; lunch started with hot scones, jam and cream followed by the traditional Christmas dinner. There was a young lady entertaining and the music was good. It was a pleasure to see many of our residents get up to dance.

All round it was a very happy day.

A gent by the name of Fred Smith brought his hat collection in to show the residents. When Fred went on his many trips away he would buy a hat to add to his collection so there was a great variety.

High Tea was another pleasant day with LEP (Life Enhancement Program) girls looking pretty dressed in oldfashioned long frocks and small hats. The movie My Fair Lady was on the big screen and at the interval afternoon tea was served. Following the show, sandwiches, cakes, biscuits and fruit were served, once again sponsored by the Arthrell family – “Thank you”.

Another day, residents were entertained by Margie Dennis: this lady really got the residents toe tapping and the singing was not too bad either.

When residents go out there are other activities for those who stay home. All these things take a lot of organisation.

My lovely niece Gayle (whom I have told you about before) came down from Heyfield. She had a surprise for me – her husband Ronnie, a quiet country lad whom I have not seen for many years, came and we sat and enjoyed lunch. He told me about the troubles Heyfield Timber Mill, where he works, has been having. It is a pity because Heyfield is a lovely town reliant on the mill.

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Problems for teens in late-night phone use

Gisborne greenkeeper keeps US Open groomed

A study of Australian high school students between 13 and 16 found poor-quality sleep associated with late-night texting or calling was linked to a decline in mental health, such as depressed moods and decline in self-esteem and coping ability.

Lead researcher Lynette Vernon of Murdoch University in Perth said her findings were evidence of the need for curfews for teenagers around the use of devices in their bedrooms.

Researchers examined teenagers’ mobile phone use and subsequent changes in wellbeing over four years of high school from 2010 to 2013, and found increasingly unencumbered access led to increases in psychosocial maladjustment.

Vernon said mobile phones had become entrenched in young people’s lives, and many did not have their use restricted.

The former high school teacher said she had observed her own pupils coming into the classroom tired. “I noticed it was affecting their performance – that was a few years back, too.”

Though the link between late-night phone use and sleep, and between sleep and wellbeing, had been established in previous research, this was the first study to assess all three.

Andrew Wright, course superintendent at Gisborne Golf Club, worked at the recent US Open golf championship – and took in some other sights as well.

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In June I made the journey to the US to volunteer at the US Open. Before heading to the Erin Hills course in Wisconsin, I met up with a fellow course Superintendent from South Australia and we went to Chicago for four days to take in the sights.

Through contacts made before I left Australia, we were lucky enough to experience a guided tour of Wrigley Field – the home of the Chicago Cubs baseball team – with the Assistant Head Groundskeeper. What a great day it was getting to walk out onto Wrigley Field and being able to touch the Ivy wall. After talking to many Cubs supporters afterwards we realised what an honour it was to be able to do so.

After Chicago we headed up to Milwaukee and then onto Carroll University in Waukesha, Wisconsin, where we would be residing for the tournament week.

The next day we met some of the volunteers and buses took us all to Erin Hills. Once there everyone gathered in the Hospitality tent and it was then that I really appreciated the scale of the operation in which we were to be involved. In total there were 50 full time staff and 100 volunteers on the roster.

We were presented with a backpack each that included five shirts, a jacket, water bottle and headlamps, and our job allocation for the week.

I was part of the back 9 fairway mowing team which included three other Australian volunteers.

Our team consisted of 12, two of whom were Erin Hills full time staff. Being a part of 12 Toro 3550 mowers on the one fairway had some challenges.

It took us a couple of days to iron out the glitches but by day 3 we were completing our task in 1.5hrs.

The fescue fairways were mowed twice a day at 9mm height of cut and mown in the tee to green

Andrew Wright ready for work on the back nine at the US Open.

The full back nine team at Erin Hills. direction. Erin Hills is a very natural looking golf course.

The height of the rough was very severe, as many people commented during the Open, and it really came into its own by flowing and wisping with the breeze. As we started mowing you could see that the fairway widths were very generous and the Pros were more than capable of hitting them.

My highlights for the week were being involved in a Major with some great Aussies and doing my bit to present the course on a world stage. It was also interesting to witness how the whole event came together.

On the final day we walked around watching the golf and were fortunate to be a part of the Presentation on the 18th green. It was at this moment that I fully realised how much the event meant to the full time staff and the volunteers.

To see the excitement and camaraderie at that moment is something I will never forget.

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THE 'ROOK REVISITED With Shirley McKeown

This month's column continues reminiscences from a book Bernie Dunne wrote about Bullengarook in the early days. His memories often include more recent happenings in the Rook, for example the following notations on the sale of his old home.

Part of one of the visiting groups of students from Gisborne Primary School eager to learn about local history.

On completion of the heritage research on 33 properties in Gisborne and New Gisborne, the Historical Society recently hosted two Macedon Ranges Shire planning representatives, the Heritage Adviser, two South Ward councillors and Kyneton & Malmsbury Society members at Gisborne Court House

HISTORY NEWS

properties in Macedon and Mount Macedon.

to discuss the outcome of this project.

The society is pleased that Macedon Ranges Shire Council has determined to continue this heritage work in the future that will include

Thanks to Lois, Frank and Phyllis who shared history talks and walks to more than 160 local students, teachers and parents at the Court House precinct during the final week of July.

Winners at T O W N (Take Off Weight Naturally) In the June article, I referred to our winners for the 201617 TOWN year. At right is a photo taken at our club’s Recognition night.

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“Last week we heard that our old home was up for sale and that Gerald Fitzgerald, who had owned the property for a number of years, had died.

"Gerald was a first cousin of our first cousins, the Haires. His father was Aggie’s brother Maurice, who married Dorothy Lyons. She was the teacher who went to Bullengarook East State School when it re-opened at the time my brother Jack started school. She had red hair and freckles which she hated and is reported to have said that she hoped that none of her children were similarly afflicted. Well Gerald was the only child she had. His hair was definitely red and he had even more freckles than his mother. But I’m sure she loved him just the same! Anyhow he was a real gentleman who had a fine baritone singing voice. He never married so as there were no other members of the family; he was the last of those Fitzgeralds.

"I’m afraid that the old home won’t survive under a new owner as I gather it is in a bad state of repair, but it will be interesting to see what happens. Thankfully I only have happy memories of the old place, humble as it may have been.

"Of course over the years, things have changed a lot in Bullengarook with many more houses being built on land that was previously either farm or bushland. It has become quite a popular place for those who want a bit of country living whilst working at places such as Tullamarine Airport. Many of the homes are quite large, a far cry from the simple homes of our day.

But I guess that’s progress, although I doubt if the people living in them are any happier than we were.”

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BIRDS OF THE MACEDON RANGES No 36 Ever quick, Ron Weste snapped this wedgetailed eagle in a tree on Waterfalls Road, Mount Macedon, on July 7 – a rare sight.

A life spent helping others OBITUARY Diane June Austen 5 June 1933 – 15 June 2017

borne in a partnership with Sally and husband Craig on the farm “Parklands”.

The early years were spent visiting Tasmania and caravanning in nearby states. They later enjoyed Diane was born in Launceston, one travelling in Queensland, Asia and of three sisters – with Dare and DenNew Zealand, and the UK in 2014. ese – and brother David, to parents Diane was a fine swimmer and George and Beryl Harrex. enjoyed horse riding as a teenager Diane attended the local prima- Diane Austen and later participated in competition ry and secondary schools and later Broadland House private school. She was a adult riding events and assisted with Riding student-teacher at Launceston Grammar and for the Disabled.

She supported her family on school comlater Carey Grammar in Kew. During her teen years she reached the mittees and later was a volunteer at St Paul’s highest level for Elocution under George Trot- Anglican Op Shop in Gisborne. Diane loved man, later a South Street Ballarat speech and open spaces and all fauna and flora. She drama adjudicator, and her services were in loved all music and she and Brian attended a number of operas and musical plays. demand.

She devoted her life to her family, including Diane and Brian met after his mother Rita, also a teacher, introduced them. Romance 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. followed and they were engaged in 1954 and She took a keen interest in the pursuits and inmarried at Launceston in 1956 after he gradu- terests of those she loved. Diane cared for her sister Dare from birth and she and Brian beated as a dental surgeon.

Their first home was in East Burwood but came carers after her mother died. Diane was they soon settled in West Doncaster where a loving, generous and warm person and was Diane retired from teaching to raise their fam- one who was able to make others feel special.

Diane died peacefully at “The Oaks” nursily. They have four daughters, Jane, Karen, Robyn and Sally. After moving three times ing home, Gisborne. A funeral service was through the eastern suburbs and following the held at St Paul’s Anglican Church on Friday children’s education, they finally settled in Gis- June 23 followed by a private cremation.

MACEDON MUSINGS With Belinda Carlton-Doney

Having trouble strapping on the sneakers and getting outside?

Losing motivation in this cold weather? Here’s some inspiration for you. Meet Paul Malone, a local runner based in Macedon.

Paul is a psychologist currently operating out of Gisborne.

Throughout his career he has practised from Melbourne all the way up to Brisbane. Not long ago, Paul “semi-retired”. This meant he finally had time to try out some new interests – one of these being running!

Six years later, he is still running strong, at the youthful age of 67. Not surprising, given his profession, he is a strong advocate for mental and physical health going hand in hand.

Running can be a metaphor for life, he says. It’s important to have goals to work towards and to have satisfaction in something that we do.

“Health is such a valuable commodity at my age.” He says running can clear the head and manage stress. It can be a solo or team activity (Paul runs with a local group called Flying Start), where you can meet other similarly minded people, stay healthy and, of course, he finds it enjoyable.

Paul currently runs five days a week, covering between five and seven kilometres. His current goal is to run five kilometres in Paul tackles a local hill.

23.5 minutes. (This is a fairly decent time even for someone much younger). On his bucket list: “To be here the next day”!

So Paul has a few recommendations for you.

It’s never too late to start, but do get some professional advice. This can help you set goals and ensure you’re running efficiently. It can also help avoid injury. If you want to run with others, besides Flying Start there are also Start Running groups operating in Gisborne and Macedon through the Macedon Ranges Running Club.

So are you feeling motivated yet? Why not have a go. Paul would be happy knowing his story has inspired someone else in their health and fitness journey. I see you out there, as I make my own way around the block!

If you have something I can share here, I’d love to hear from you. Contact me through the Gazette.

Happy running everyone.

Belinda

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KIDS' CORNER

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These space-related riddles and quiz questions from the Holy Cross Primary cut and paste team tie in with their recent rocket launch (see page 30) Q What is a light year?

A The same as a regular year, but with less calories Q I’ve been around for millions of years, but am only a month old. What am I? A The Moon Q Why do aliens eat clowns?

A Because they taste funny

This month's cut and pasters, all in Grade 6 at Holy Cross Primary School (L-R): Amelia, Brooke, Mitchell, Alexandra, Emily, Kate, Zach and Alessio.

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Lachlan Ronnfeldt of Holy Cross Primary School has a passion for film making and spreading the message against bullying through his visual expertise. Lachlan created a small film which focuses on cyber bullying. The film included interviews with students and their thoughts and knowledge of cyber bullying. Lachlan submitted his film to the Bully No Way website and they are considering using it on their website when it is updated.

Lachlan is also passionate in assisting others with film making and is using his play time at school to run short courses on movie making as it is a part of our Integrated Studies unit this term.

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An ‘out of this world’ goodbye to Brea Terris GISBORNE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Some out of this world earthlings!

It is now past the halfway mark of 2017, and we are making our way through the cold and damp winter.

We ended Term Two by saying goodbye to our Assistant Principal, Brea Terris, with a special assembly. Letters were read out from each class, a rap was presented and the choir performed two songs. We wish her the very best in her new role as Principal at Caledonian Primary School in Ballarat. Lisa Maxwell takes on the Assistant Principal position, and we also welcome Jake McIntyre as the PE teacher.

Recently we had a special dress-up day as something ‘out of this world’, celebrating our Term Two learning about Earth and space. Most children participated and enjoyed the chance to be a rocket, astronaut, star, Solar System, Darth Vader or other cosmic character. This term is all about history and culture: the Grade P-2 students are learning about family life and families past and present, Grade 3-4 students will be looking at local government and community groups, while Grade 5-6 students examine Australia’s federation and legal/government structures.

Shellie Cooper has started working with children across the school as our wellbeing counsellor, supporting them both individually and in small groups as needed.

Isaac and Rue, with David McCall

Mixed netball team victorious in first step Holy Cross mixed netball team has won through to the Regionals to be held in Geelong.

The team competed in the Division finals at Taylors Hill on July 21. The game was a very competitive one, with the teams scoring goal for goal until the late stages of the third quarter. With teamwork, persistence and determination, the players fought hard to gain a wider lead and the final score was a very exciting 18-13.

On July 28 the team played Darley Primary School, still within the Division stage of the finals process, and won a very close game 9-8.

We look forward to sharing our Regional results with you!

Happy netballers look forward to the next challenge.

Holy Cross reaches new heights 3... 2... 1... we have lift off! Holy Cross Grade 5/6 students had the (almost) perfect lift off on a freezing day on the last day of Term 2 when their rockets were launched at the "Cape Cross" launch pads.

The model rockets were assembled by the students and equipped with solid propellant model rocket engines. After several attempts and with so much expectation from the other grades in the school, each grade was successful in launching their rockets which reached an approximate height of 325 metres and speed of 135 kmh.

Each journey lasted seven to eight seconds.

The rockets landed in all sorts of places throughout the school grounds and one even landed in the neighbouring Montessori school.This was a wonderful and fun way to complete our Space unit.​

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Preparing a rocket for liftoff with teacher Luke Wenzel.

Students were thrilled after their rockets reached a height of 325 metres.

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New Gisborne's check mate The great world chess champion Bobby Fischer once said “chess is life”. For the Years 4, 5 and 6 students of New Gisborne Primary School, the month of June was all about chess.

Students began by spending time learning about the chess pieces and investigating the best strategies. Once ready, they played against their class mates.

While some students found the game hard to begin with, once they learnt a couple of invaluable moves they soon became masters and were vying for top position in their class.

Teachers noted that the students’ levels of patience were

Logan and Brandt with the winners' medal. tested while resilience levels were strengthened and, most importantly, enthusiasm and spirits

Students enjoy a ‘tuning in’ activity for their design unit.

were high. Chess boards across the school came alive with pieces battling for supremacy and minds strategising for the most effective, and sometimes surprising, manoeuvres.

Chess representatives from each year level went on to visit Candlebark School in Romsey to compete against other players from across the Macedon Ranges.

Congratulations to our B Division team who achieved first place in a spectacular demonstration of strategy, logic and discipline.

Congratulations also to our A Division team who achieved third place after some very intense and very close games.

First production read-through in the 5/6 classroom.

Mt Macedon Primary sleuths on the job This term Mt Macedon Primary School is preparing for our school production: Sandy Booth Super Sleuth. It’s about two detectives, Sandy Booth and Tag A Long, who live in Happyville where there is very little crime.

The mystery will keep you guessing till the end!

Interschool basketball and interschool athletics are both in term 3 as well. The interschool basketball is held on August 4 and played at Boardman Stadium in Sunbury. Our school enters one mixed team and one girls’ team. The interschool athletics is on August 11 in Melbourne.

In the first half of term 3, students at MMPS will be exploring design and technology. The Foundation students will explore materials while the 3-6s will explore the role of design in how society works and develops with a specific focus on being sustainable.

In the second half of term 3, students will explore the arts and how we express ourselves. Students will be working hard on preparations for the production and this will link beautifully with our Inquiry unit.

It’s going to be a busy term as always here at MMPS!

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Explore Galore widens the universe at St Brigid’s The start of Term 3 has proved to be very interesting with us jumping back into schoolwork and starting Explore Galore.

Explore Galore is when we dive deeper into our favourite specialist subject for a whole five weeks so we can discover our hidden talents before swapping to others later in the year.

In the Wellbeing subject of Explore Galore, students are learning about the wellbeing and health benefits of laughter. We are developing a comedy festival then going on a tour around Gisborne to spread the laughter and happiness in our wider community.

In Art, students are using both iPads and painting to present different art styles. The other day, the students did photography and collaging, using the Brushes Redux and Pic Collage apps.

In Japanese, the students are discover- Sphero ing what makes a radio station, and what is involved in making a radio show.

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Finally, in the Sport part of Explore Galore, students are learning about riding scooters and BMX bikes, while doing it in a fun and unique way. Students have the opportunity to start at whatever level they wish and constantly learn new tricks.

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A reflection on Australian generosity from a Japanese perspective

By Noriko Ikaga

It was not possible to get everyone together for this photo, but pictured are some of the students and staff who took part in the Ration Challenge, including organiser Natasha Lee, centre.

GOING W ITHOUT for a cause Students and staff at Gisborne Secondary College, mobilised by student Natasha Lee, recently undertook the Act for Peace Ration Challenge. The way students engage in fundraisers such as this prompted Japanese language teacher Noriko Ikaga to write about Australian generosity, at right. them, not against them. It reminds all of us of our To support people impacted by conflict and disaster, a shared humanity and our luck in being in a safe and team of 13 GSC staff and students undertook the Act prosperous country. It was also a great opportunity to for Peace Ration Challenge. This meant that for one engage the community in thinking about the struggles week we ate only the meagre rations that a Syrian refugee would live on in Jordan. of refugees and the positive difference we as Australians can make. Our friends, family and the school Just a painfully small amount of beans, chickpeas, community sponsored us to take the Ration Chalflour, oil, rice and sardines or tofu. We were hungry, lenge and we also held a casual clothes day fundhaving trouble concentrating and sick of rice after just a few days. It's confronting for us to imagraiser on World Refugee Day. ine just how disheartening We raised $6730 to enable Act for Peace to help peoit would be waking up to a ple survive in the short term near empty stomach and and rebuild their lives in the plain rice for years as many long term. refugees do.

Despite this and the orIf you would like to donate to this worthy cause, deals they have faced, many please go to the following link: people living in refugee https://actforpeace.ration camps remain resilient, hopeThis was the full amount challenge.org.au/fund ful and resourceful. participants had The challenge was all about raisers/gscforrefugees to survive on for a week. showing refugees we’re with – Natasha

For a person like me who eats a lot (probably too much), it was not easy to do this challenge, but I decided to join for three reasons. First, I was just so impressed with Natasha’s initiative. Second, to be able to see what it is like not to be able to eat enough. Third, I thought that I need to share this with other people.

I am originally from Japan but have been teaching in Gisborne … like forever. I don’t live locally and it takes a while to commute, but it is worth driving a long distance every day.

It’s not because our students study so much but because we have students like Natasha and great support from the teachers and the community.

This is what I like about Australian culture. When people are in need, there will always be someone trying to help. Not that people do not help others in Japan, but students do not have opportunities to have something like a casual clothes day at school to raise money in Japan. Students here are so used to doing fundraising and they decide where the money goes. What a wonderful system! I decided to share this idea with my Japanese friends through Facebook.

In 2011 when the big earthquake hit Japan, I was devastated. It was actually my students who made me realise that being worried or feeling down wouldn’t help anyone. Some students I took to Japan previously said to me: “Miss, we should do something!” I did fundraising activities in and out of school and raised so much money. When the staff members at GSC found out that the money got stolen at Collingwood Town Hall while I was doing another fundraising activity, they donated so much money and I ended up with twice as much as I originally had. Then I took the money and messages from my students to Fukushima in Japan where they had a nuclear power explosion because of the earthquake.

I was so touched by the kindness of people. After that, I started to participate in peacemaking activities even more, including working with my students to create thousands of paper cranes in support of abolishing nuclear weapons. It was my students who taught me the importance of taking action rather than just whingeing about how bad the circumstance is. I got a lot of donations especially from Japanese friends after I shared my view of how generous Australian people are when it comes to fundraising. Many were touched and thanked me for giving an opportunity to do something good.

I also wanted to take this opportunity to say thanks to my students and the community for your generosity. I am so proud to be a part of it.

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NEWS FROM THE COUNCIL Residents reminded about burning-off conditions Council is reminding residents to ensure they are complying with Council’s Local Law when burning off on private land.

Winter is a great time to clean up your property by removing fine fuels such as bark, sticks and leaves that have accumulated over summer and autumn, however it’s important that you are aware that there are still conditions around permits, the size of the fire, and the type of fuel you are burning. 

If you live on land less than 4,000 square metres (one acre) you can not burn off without a permit. The permit is free of charge. 

If you live on land greater than 4,000 square metres, you can burn off without a permit, depending on the size and location of your burn.

To apply for a permit or to find out more about these conditions, visit mrsc.vic. gov.au/burning-off 

Residents are also asked to consider the impact that burning off may have on neighbours, such as the distance of the fire from their home and the wind direction on the day.

Before burning off residents are urged to use their green garden bin, and to use the free green waste drop service at Council transfer stations.

Conditions apply so please check them out at www.mrsc.vic.gov.au/ transfer-stations

Amendments to Planning Scheme approved Town structure plans that will guide the future growth and development in Kyneton, Woodend and Riddells Creek until 2036 have been approved by the Victorian Government to be included in the Macedon Ranges Planning Scheme.

This is the culmination of more than four years of work to develop the structure plans and establish key planning priorities for each town.

The long-term plans have been shaped by community views and provide a vision and strategic framework that will protect each township’s unique neighbourhood characteristics and guide future land use.

For more information visit www.mrsc. vic.gov.au/town-plans

ON ANIMAL MANAGEMENT...

Council has endorsed its draft Domestic Animal Management Plan for 2017–2021 and is inviting residents to have their say.

The draft plan provides a framework for animal management services delivered by Council and considers a range of issues, including on-and-off-lead areas for dogs, cat curfews and animal welfare.

Submissions close Friday August 4.

ON FARMING ZONE...

During August Council will be seeking community feedback about land use issues on farming land.

A community survey will be available on the Council website and a survey will be mailed to all landowners within the farming zone.

All feedback received will be used to inform the development of a draft farming zone strategy that will be released in 2018 for community feedback.

To find out more, or to see

ON TOURISM...

if you are in a farming zone, visit mrsc. vic.gov.au/yoursay. For more information, contact Gareth on 5421 9675 or email ghately@mrsc.vic.gov.au

ON NATURE STRIPS...

Council is inviting feedback about the appearance of nature strips across the shire as work begins on the development of a draft Nature Strip policy.

The policy is being developed in response to community requests and will ensure that a consistent approach is applied to the management of nature strips. Criteria will be included to ensure safe access for pedestrians and vehicles, and details about what types of plants and landscaping materials can be used will be given.

To share your ideas and have your say, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay and complete a quick survey. You can also send a written submission to Macedon Ranges Shire Council, PO Box 151, Kyneton 3444 or email mrsc@mrsc.vic. gov.au Feedback will be accepted until Tuesday August 15.

Thinking of running an event?

Whether it’s a school fete, fun run, wine festival, music event or cycling competition, if you’re an event organiser in the Macedon Ranges you’re invited to attend Council’s free ‘Planning an Event or Festival’ workshop on Tuesday August 22 in Gisborne.

The workshop is designed to support event organisers and equip them with the tools necessary to successfully plan and run events and festivals in the shire.

There are two sessions to choose from, 5pm-6pm and 6pm-7pm. Held at Council’s Administration Centre at 40

Robertson Street in Gisborne, the evening will offer information on everything you need to know about making your event successful, sustainable and compliant within the Macedon Ranges.

All attendees will receive a copy of the new Events & Festivals Planning Guide, which is designed to assist organisers to plan and manage events.

To book, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/business-events For further information call Bridgette O’Brien on 5421 9521 or email bobrien@ mrsc.vic.gov.au

Council is inviting feedback on its Draft Macedon Ranges Visitor Economy Future Directions Paper 2017-2027 that will help guide tourism in the region over the next 10 years.

The draft plan outlines a number of proposed strategies and actions that seek to support the local visitor economy and protect, while sharing, the beautiful place that is the Macedon Ranges.

Tourism in the Macedon Ranges contributes $273 million direct and $183 million indirect expenditure each year.

Community input is essential to help us deliver a blueprint for tourism that aligns with what our community wants. The draft plan is available and comments are invited until 5pm on August 14.

Download a copy of the draft plan and complete our online survey at www.mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay or view a copy in person at any Council customer service centre. Drop-in sessions will also be held. For dates and locations, visit www.mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay For more information, contact our Economic Development and Tourism Department on 5421 9616 or email scaruana@mrsc.vic.gov.au

LED replacement of street lights under way Over the next few months Council will be replacing approximately 1,700 street lights with energy-efficient LEDs. This is expected to result in a reduction of about 680 tonnes of CO2 greenhouse emissions and $128,000 in energy costs each year over the 20-year life of the lights.

Works are currently under way in Gisborne.

Eighteen Macedon Ranges’ residents become Australian citizens Eighteen new citizens were officially welcomed to the shire in a citizenship ceremony held at Kyneton Town Hall on July 11.

Our new citizens originate from the United States, the Philippines, the Netherlands, Colombia, Switzerland, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.

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Free beginner workshops for businesses on Instagram and Facebook Council is hosting two free workshops in August for local business owners and their staff who are keen to learn how to use Facebook and Instagram. The workshops are free for businesses based in the Macedon Ranges. Participants need to bring their own laptop or tablet and WiFi is available on site.

The Instagram workshop is being held on Tuesday August 8 from 9.30am to 12pm and the Facebook workshop on Thursday August 10 from 9.30am to 12.30pm at the Riddells Creek Neighbourhood House, 59 Main Road, Riddells Creek. Places are limited.

For more information or to book, visit mrsc.vic.gov. au/business-events or call 5421 9654.

Locals turn out for water meeting

Cheerleaders start comp season with a bang Signature Cheer & Dance Studio solo and duet students competed at the “Follow your dreams” competition in May with outstanding results including senior student Alanna Romeijn qualifying for the national competition to be held in January.

Saturday June 17 saw the studio put on its fourth annual display with students from Gisborne, Sunbury, Macedon, Woodend and Kyneton performing. Every student was outstanding.

Our All Star Cheer & Dance Teams took on the Australian All Star Cheerleading Federation’s Winterfest Competition over the three days in June. The competition was fierce with more than 4000 competitors. Our results were: Senior Level 1 Stunt Group - 1st; Youth Poms Duo - 2nd; Senior Level 1 Cheer - 8th; Youth Hip Hop – 6th; Youth Contemporary – 5th.

We are now recruiting for both our recreational programs and competitive teams. Call 0417 751 868 for more information.

Gisborne community members turned out for Western Water’s future water information session on July 11. The session covered services in Gisborne and New Gisborne over the past 20 years, as well as the future challenges and opportunities presented by climate change and population growth across the region.

Over June and July, Western Water held eight community information sessions across its service region to discuss local water and sewer services and to hear customer feedback on the utility's planning.

Western Water is in the final phases of consultation for its next five-year plan and has a range of activities under way including focus groups, discussion forums, online surveys, and the Water Matters consultation website (haveyoursay.westernwater.com.au).

Outcomes will be available on the Water Matters consultation site this month.

To request a copy of the Gisborne handout from the information session, contact feedback@westernwater. com.au or phone 9218 5455.

First Place winners Mia, Alanna, Lexie, Ella and Maddie with coach Rhiannon.

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Futsal star to represent Australia Local Macedon Ranges futsal player James Gadd has been selected to represent Australia as part of a national futsal team to tour China in August. James, who has been playing futsal in Macedon since the age of seven, has risen through the ranks of various representative teams. In January this year he represented Vic Country at the National Futsal Championships in Sydney.

James trains regularly at the Macedon Ranges Futsal Academy and was a key player in the Macedon Ranges U10s team that was runnerup at the State Regional Competition over Easter this year. His impressive performance at the regional competition caught the eye of Australian selectors, earning him a place in the Australian touring team.

James’s Macedon Ranges coach, Brett Sinnett, said this opportunity was recognition of the effort that James had applied to his futsal.

“James is a dynamic player on the court, but extremely humble off the court," Brett said. "He plays in the ‘pivot’ position (attacking defender).

He is really reliable in defence and equally as aggressive when setting up attacking options for us going forward. He is not the most prolific goal scorer in our team but he is usually the one to set them up, making him the ultimate team player.”

The Australian team will compete in the Chinese national competition. As well as being able to learn and develop as part of an elite futsal squad, the players will also take part in a range of sightseeing and cultural experiences.

Table Tennis Association welcomes new members Looking to play a family-friendly, fun, interactive sport?

Then why not give table tennis a try!

After celebrating our sixth year anniversary last year, Gisborne and Districts Table Tennis Association winterspring competitions for all ages and skill levels start this month.

So, whether you are new to the game, on the comeback trail or just looking for a great social sport, then the fastest ball sport in the world is waiting for you.

Our winter-spring pennant competitions begin on August 30. Preceding this are two ‘come and try’ grading evenings on August 16 and 23, from 7.30pm to 9.30pm.

Stan Thomas Our location is Macedon Community Centre, 37 Waterfalls Road, Macedon.

For more information please call tan Thomas on 0437 508 338 or email sthomas@gisbornects.com.au Stan

James at training before he left for the tour of China this month.

Juniors turn out for elite soccer coaching The great thing about soccer is that kids love it!

Over the school holidays the children of the Macedon Ranges were given the opportunity to share that love and to learn a lot about the game from top line professional coaches.

The Melbourne-based Football Star Academy together with the Gisborne Soccer Club put on a three-day clinic that featured coaches such as Nadar, who has played for Jordan and for Valencia in the premier league in Spain.

Top Australian coaches Christian and Josh rounded out a talented trio that put 58 young footballers through their paces in three-hour sessions over three days.

As Archie Powell, 12, said, “It’s a lot of fun but you also learn a lot and are made to work really hard.”

Chris Maiulo, 12, agreed and noted that clinics like this do “a great job in refining your skills.”

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Another month has rolled over and we are now on the downhill track to the end of the year. Our vibrant little club is still punching above its weight with two of our Tuesday ladies teams making it to the grand final. Unfortunately we were not able to be victors on the day but still a great effort.

All other comps are playing well. The inclement weather has not been too disruptive as yet. Our Monday Social group is in the midst of securing a table tennis table as a back-up for when the rain halts outdoor play; they are unstoppable! The Junior comp has started again after the holiday break.

Please contact our committee or seek out information on our website for membership, comp play or social activities. We would love to hear from you.

Lisa Fowler

Young Gisborne cricketers in high performance coaching Some of the young players are put through their paces.

Macedon Ranges’ kids, who they found to be very easy to coach because they were so keen to listen and learn.

It was pleasing to see players from such a large range of places in the Ranges coming along to Gisborne, and the Woodend, Kyneton and Romsey players, among others, indicated that they really valued the opportunity to

train with a host of different players beyond their normal team.

As Rory Gilmour said, it was “nice to be able to meet different girls to train and play with and great that everyone was so welcoming and friendly.”

The clinic will run again in the September holidays. All kids will be welcome!

Glenn Matthews

The 2017 Central Highlands ‘Diamonds in the Bush’ advanced cricket coaching program was held in Ballarat on July 10-11.

Cricket Victoria Academy Head Coach Jarrad Loughman and other Bushrangers specialist coaches and Bushrangers players led 17 of the Central Highlands Region’s most talented junior players through their paces over two days of intense coaching and evaluation at St Patrick’s College gymnasium.

Gisborne Cricket Club was represented by talented youngsters Sam McCaskill, Riley Vernon, Georgia Kerr and Georgia Paton.

Croquet competitions start new season Macedon Ranges Croquet Club The new seasons of croquet are about to begin.

Victorian Croquet opens on August 2 at Cairnlea and our Northern District begins on Wednesday August 16 at the lawn tennis complexat Barnard Street, Bendigo at 1pm. All are welcome to join in play.

Our own season starts later on September 13, at 9.30am for a 10am start.

The winter weather has slowed down play and the courts have been closed for a few weeks, but we have been busy just the same. We have had our defibrillator installed and completed a training session regarding its use, our emergency plan is in place and we all hope that we never have to use any of it.

Since our AGM we have had a change of treasurer; Thanks June for all the hard work, Morris too. One of our new members, Elaine Murphy, has been appointed.

Thank you Elaine for accepting this job. We are a fortunate club in that so many members play an active part in so many different ways.

Margaret Now if your game of golf or bowls has Wardell turned you to frustration and despair, come on down and join us at croquet where you will have lots of fun, fellowship and care.

Margaret Wardell

Lorraine Barrow (below with granddaughter Charlotte) won the Gisborne Gazette Trophy in July.

Lorraine and the golf club ladies enjoyed afternoon tea to mark the trophy win.

Cold weather doesn’t stop Gisborne ladies It’s cold out on the golf course over these winter months, but the ladies of Gisborne are a hardy lot and it takes a lot to keep them from playing this sport.

On Wednesday June 28 three ladies made their way down to Werribee Park to take part in their bowl and they came home victorious.

The team of Angela Cordell, Marg Ivory and Robyn Tucker won the day with 102 points, with Marg also the B Grade winner with 38 points. A great win.

Each year the GREAT Gisborne Gazette kindly

provides a trophy for a ladies’ competition that is hotly contested.

It is played over three Wednesdays, one each month, and the lady with the most points after those three rounds is the winner.

Lorraine Barrow came out in blistering form on her first Wednesday and began her bank with 39 points. She added another 30 score on her second Wednesday and was unbeatable on the third round winning the event for 2017.

Bryan from the Gazette attended and presented her with her trophy on Wednesday July 5 and the ladies enjoyed an afternoon tea to mark the event.

Club curries favour with annual event Lachlan Jones and Izabella Crawford, club captains for the 2017-2018 season.

News from Gisborne Thunder Swimming Club Gisborne Thunder congratulates our new club captains for the 2017-2018 season.

We welcome Lachlan Jones in his first year in this position and look forward to his leading our swimmers throughout the season.

Izabella Crawford has been elected for her second year running and we thank her for all of her excellent work thus far. Thanks to Kyle Cozens for his work over the past two years; he has been and a wonderful support to all of our swimmers.

On July 16, 15 of our competitive swimmers took part in the first competition of the 2017 Eaglehawk Winter Series. An outstanding 26 personal best times were achieved as well as seven first places, 17 second and eight thirds. A special mention goes to our relay A and B teams who placed second and third in the 200m medley and freestyle relay respectively. Congratulations to all.

Our next club night will be on Saturday August 12 at 5pm at the Gisborne Aquatic Centre. We welcome and encourage new swimmers to come and try for free.

Faye Matthews

More than 90 people enjoyed the annual curry night at South Gisborne Tennis Club.

The annual South Gisborne Tennis Club curry night was a huge success. The fires were popular, as was the heat in the mouth from sampling some sensational home-cooked curries, rices, breads and treats.

More than 90 people decked out in coats, beanies and scarves enjoyed a fun-filled night of games and

laughter. Huge thanks to all the cooks, set up and clean-up crews. Without your support these events can’t take place. Thank you also to the families who came out to support the club with its ongoing fundraising efforts to replace court surfaces. See you all next year.

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The Division 1 pennant has pride of place in the Clubrooms.

Bowlers gear up for new season The Gisborne Bowls Club is approaching the new pennant season with great excitement after capturing their first Division 1 pennant flag in the past year.

High level practice matches have been arranged with Melton Bowls Club, The Avenue at Bacchus Marsh, Glenroy Bowls Club and Kyneton Golf bowls clubs leading up to the start of the new season which opens on October 22.

A First Division Practice game was held on July 29 with all players from the successful 2016-17 Pennant premiers receiving their personal pennant banners at a presentation following the practice.

The Australian Bowls BPL-Cup game elimination was held in Gisborne on July 15. The Gisborne-hosted event was won by the Tim Rogers’ led team which included Roger Cotton and Alan Higgins.

The BPL Cup was created to help marry the two products together to strengthen the correlation between the bowls that viewers see on television and the format of bowls that is offered at local clubs.

The BPL Cup provides an opportunity for club-based teams to progress through various stages to a national final, to be played as part of the BPL06 competition in November.

The BPL Cup targets registered bowlers and provides them with a new competition format that will complement other formats of the sport.

Roger Cotton

Jack Attack winners.

Gisborne Auskick wrapped up its 2017 season with a record 207 young Auskickers building their skills and love of the great game this year. There was a solid growth of female Auskickers with 30 girls getting involved alongside our four female coaches, the girls dominated in our senior ranks. Two lucky groups of 30 Gisborne kids went to the MCG and Etihad in April to play at half-time.

This year an award ceremony featured a visit from AFL Development Manager Grant McMillan and Auskick District Manager Shane Abidla to farewell Jamie Anderson.

Jamie has been involved with Auskick as a coach for five years and coordinator for the past four. With a new role in the city demanding longer hours and his other voluntary role at Gisborne CFA, he decided to hang up his up boots and handball the role to Kelly Taylor. Kelly will share the coordinator role with Nick

From left: Grant McMillan (AFL), Kelly Taylor, Jamie Anderson and Tim Fraser.

Vicary as treasurer and Tim Fraser as head coach in 2018.

On behalf of the coaching staff, parents and 207 Auskickers, we thank Jamie for his tireless service and hope he can now have some

A picture's worth a thousand words

This super snap highlights the devotion of so many parents who stand on the sidelines in the worst of weather to support their kids in weekend sports.

spare time with his family.

Just a reminder: Auskick is run by volunteers. If you are interested in coaching or helping out, we welcome your inquiry to gisborneauskick@gmail.com

Petanque an Olympic sport?

Petanque could possibly make it as an Olympic sport as the petanque/ bowls community have put in a submission for the 2024 Olympic Games.

On a local level, Mt Macedon Petanque Club members are spending the winter months training for the upcoming season.

The team competing in the State Super 4s Competition finished a creditable third of 10 teams, with only three points dividing first and third. Our junior member Bridie Kinghorn has been selected by the national coaches to participate in the ladies’ team for the Oceania Tournament in New Zealand in October.

The club meets on the second and fourth Saturday mornings, all year around, from 10am. Petanque is played on a gravel surface so is not weather dependent; only the colder days can be a challenge.

Petanque can be a wind-down sport when more active sports can no longer be played. However, during a competition day, 5km or more can be walked.

Come and join us and try your hand; any age and ability level are welcome. Contact Doreen on 0417 552 063 for further details or call in behind the Caltex Service Station, Gisborne.

Junior player makes a mark with Macedon Cats seniors While Macedon Football Club’s season may have stalled in recent weeks there’s still plenty to be excited about at the Cattery in 2017.

Undefeated through the first ten rounds, Macedon lost matches against fellow finalists Diggers Rest and Wallan in recent weeks.

As the season hots up and we head towards finals, Macedon has dropped to second on the ladder behind new leader Rupertswood9.

One reason for continued opti-

mism was the debut against Wallan of 15-year-old Patrick Doyle.

Patrick is certainly the youngest player to debut in senior footy here that anyone can remember.

Cats’ coach Jeff Andrews says Patrick played really well at Under 16 and Interleague level and has been training with the Senior squad for weeks – looking more than comfortable.

“Patrick had a really solid debut and more than held his own," Jeff

said. "That was the first of many quality games he’ll play for us.”

Macedon has two away games in Rounds 13 and 14 then finishes with two at home, including a finalround match-up against Diggers Rest, before finals begin.

Jeff Andrews L-R: Macedon Captain James Wright, Patrick Doyle, Matthew Dick and coach Jeff Andrews.

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Seniors – Macedon v Diggers Rest, July 7

U13 – Macedon v United, July 22

SPORT IN PICTURES

Girls – Gisborne v Gisborne, July 23

Giants U13 netballer Mary Whitely.

U16 – Gisborne v Lancefield, July 23

U12 – Gisborne A v Melton, July 16

U11 – Rebels v Macedon, July 22

U16 – Gisborne v Diggers Rest, July 16

U13 – Rebels v MRNA, July 22

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Masters – Gisborne v Woodend, July 15

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THE CHURCHES

Sponsored by Anglican Parish of Gisborne ■ Uniting Church in Australia ■ St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Gisborne ■ House of the Rock Church, Gisborne ■ Gisborne Church of Christ ■ Faithworks-Manaaki ■ St Brigid’s Parish.

St Paul’s Gisborne Op Shop Jottings National Op Shop Week this year will be held between August 27 and September 3 and the theme is “Do Something”. Our Op Shop will once again celebrate the occasion by conducting a competition for customers to participate in. The winner will receive a voucher for purchases at the Op Shop.

Thank you to the many people who have supported the request for Val Jarred blankets, large and

WHEN – Sundays 10am. Encounter Café 10am on Market Sunday WHERE – Manaaki, 35 Aitken St, Gisborne.

“Where… strife is, there is… every evil work.” (James 3:16) “James points that out: ‘Where… strife is, there is… every evil work.’

So be a strife-spotter! The moment it rears its ugly head – uproot it! ‘Look after each other so that none of you falls in this way. Watch out that no poisonous root of bitterness grows up to trouble you!’

“We can see it in more detail here from the apostle Paul in the book of Philippians where he encourages us to act out of love, live in harmony and

small. There is certainly a great need for blankets and especially for our pets!

Our Parish Spring Fair will be held on Saturday September 2 in the Parish Hall in Gisborne and the Op Shop will be open as usual on that day.

Our Wednesday coffee shop in our foyer has really taken off since we opened over a month ago. Many names have been suggested for our coffee shop and the winner will be announced soon.

This month we feature Val Jarred, a long-time volunteer on the counter.

Graeme Millar 0413 781 501

There's lots on at Uniting Church The second Tuesday of the month is proving a popular date. Our last Muffin 'n More meeting was on a very cold morning but we were delighted to welcome old and new friends.

A good crowd enjoyed good coffee, muffins and hot raisin toast. The craft group joined members of Days for Girls

be of one mind. He adds, ‘Don’t act out of selfish ambition or be conceited.

Instead, humbly think of others as being better than yourselves. Don’t be concerned only about your own interests, but also be concerned about the interests of others.’

“Strife wreaks havoc in relationships. It often stems from an inflated ego and leads to comparing, competing, and condemning. Is it easy to live in harmony and avoid strife? Definitely not; but the sooner you learn to do it, the better things will go for you and others!” http://faithworkscc.com.au or find us on Facebook Darren Farrugia

and cut, sewed and assembled the hygiene packs.

Many of our members are escaping the Victorian winter and going north until we feel the sun here once again. We will miss them but wish them all a wellearned rest and safe travelling.

We will still be collecting food for those who are finding it tough and it will be taken to Lentara.

Lentara supports some of the most vulnerable members of the community, providing support and access to resources that are critical for sound health and well being.

Evelyn and Robert Dunstan, members of our Church, volunteer on a regular basis at Diabetes Australia (Victoria). Evelyn has done this for more than 20 years with Rob joining her on his retirement a few years ago. Recently she was presented with a plaque marking her years of selfless service. Well done, we are all so proud of you Evelyn.

Do join us any Sunday morning for worship at 9.30am. A warm welcome awaits you.

Glennis Parish member Evelyn Dunstan at the presentation

by Diabetes Australia (Vic) in appreciation of her volunteer work.

Many activities on offer by Anglican parish DR JOHN ANDERSON QUESTION EVOLUTION! ARE YOU READY FOR ANSWERS! (MEDICAL DOCTOR AND CMI SPEAKER)

DON’T MISS- SATURDAY 16TH SEPT 2017 11 AM MACEDON RANGES SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 18 BARRINGO ROAD, NEW GISBORNE

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Anglican Parish of Gisborne (St Paul’s Gisborne, St John’s Riddell’s Creek, Church of the Resurrection Macedon).

We welcome current, new and visiting members to our worship services. Come and join us at one of our services: in Riddells Creek at 5.30pm Saturdays, in Gisborne at 9am Sundays and in Macedon at 10.30am Sundays.

Every fourth Sunday we have Messy Church for young families at 4pm. Messy church is learning about God and activities that include games, arts and crafts activities for children and parents, with a light meal afterwards.

Did you know that among the many groups we have, we run a

canasta card group at St Paul's on Monday afternoons? The group has been running since 2002 and has raised over $3,000 towards church restoration and community activities. We are always on the lookout for new members and we even had a member who came each week from Dandenong until she finally settled in the area. It’s a relaxed and friendly group and all the players benefit from the social aspects as well as the brain challenges of the game and the delicious afternoon tea. It is never too late to learn!

Spring Fair September 2

The Anglican Parish of Gisborne’s annual Spring Country Fair will be on Saturday September 2 at the Anglican Parish Hall, cnr Brantome and Fisher Streets, Gisborne, from 10am to 2pm. There will be plenty of fun and delicious food.

Crowd pleasers include rides, an animal farm and face painting for children as well as delicious Devonshire teas, home baked cakes and jams, fresh fruits and vegetables, crafts, books, barbecue and a plant stall. Be early for your bargain and mix and mingle with others from all around the parish. Come and join us!

Proverbs 16:24: Kind words are like honey, sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.

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REGULAR MEETINGS

YEARS AGO

From the pages of the old Gisborne Gazette

AUGUST 1917 A Memorial Avenue - The adjourned meeting was held in the Mechanics’ Hall on Saturday afternoon. Mr Scott said that none of the sites suggested had any advantage to that he suggested, from the Church Hill [today's Melbourne Road hill]. The trees should be about 50 feet apart. Mr Scott proposed that the site be at the end of the present row on Church Hill and extending towards Melbourne. Seconded by Mr Whipp. Mr G. Foster moved an amendment that the avenue be near the racecourse. The motion was carried.

DSO - Major Consett Carre Riddell, of the 4th Div. Engineers (Vic.), has been awarded the DSO (Distinguished Service Order).

Although knocked down and stunned by shellfire, he continued to make daring reconnaissances after he had been wounded Major Consett three times. He is a son of Carre Riddell Col. T.W. Carre Riddell, and was educated at the Melbourne Grammar School.

The Farmers’ Union - There was only a small attendance at the meeting convened to form a branch of the Farmers’ Union at Gisborne on Tuesday night, and it was decided to defer the formation of a branch to a further meeting to be held shortly.

Letter to the Editor – Tree Planting and Tree Destruction. Sir – Much interest apparently is now taken in tree-planting by some of the community for sentimental beautification and utility purposes; but there are others whose tendency is to destroy, and this is much evidenced by the ruthless cutting down of a noble oak tree in the front line of the road boundary in the Gisborne Cemetery.

The caretaker informed me that this tree had been removed in the interests of the trees adjoining. But if those having the knowledge of trees had been consulted, the reverse of the action taken would have been advised, and the other trees sacrificed in the interests of the grand oak. Then again I am informed that the fine group of blackwoods in the western section are doomed for the axe. These are quite away from any interference with graves, and are beautiful objects. Their removal would be, in my opinion, nothing short of vandalism. But as I stated, the desire and tendency in some is to destroy and that indiscriminately. Yours, etc., Walter J. Smith.* *Walter Smith ran the well-known plant nursery at Riddells Creek.

Notice of Application for a Mining Lease Applicant – Campbell Hogg, Notting Hill, Vic. Name by which the mine will be known – Gisborne Slate Quarry.

Area – about two acres.

Locality of the land – Bullengarook. * Campbell Hogg had a farm at Couangalt for several years before moving to Notting Hill in south-eastern Melbourne.

ADULT RIDING CLUB

(Gis.) 2nd Saturday Robertson Res ADULT RIDING CLUB (Bullengarook) 2nd Saturday Rec Reserve ANGLING CLUB 2nd Wed 8pm Railway Hotel Macedon ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP 1st Mon 1-3pm Woodend N’hood House

BRIDGE CLUB

Mon 12.30, Tues 7.15, Thurs 12.30 St Mary’s

Church Hall, Woodend 5420 7595 BUSHWALKING CLUB Various locations Tel 5428 2450

CANASTA

CLUB 1.30pm every Mon except first Mon of month

Parish centre (behind St Pauls Church, Gisborne) CANCER SUPPORT GROUP last Wed of month MRH CAR CLUB 1st Wednesday 8pm Steam Park, New Gisb CARERS GROUP (MacRanges) 2nd & 4th Thurs, 1pm Woodend RSL

5420 7132 (Note: 4th Thurs carers only) COFFEE FOR CARERS 3rd Tuesday 10am La Cibo Cafe COMMUNITY GARDEN Wed 9am Church of Christ CROQUET CLUB Wed & Sat 10am Dixon Field CWA GISBORNE 2nd Monday 10am Gis Secondary College CWA MACEDON 3rd Tues 1pm & 7pm 662 Mt Macedon Rd

DALY RESERVE WORKING BEE 2nd Tues 9.30am Daly Res Aitken St EUCHRE Tues 7.30 Doug White Meeting Room, 5428 2695 FILM SOCIETY 2nd Wed Woodend Neigh’hood House 5427 2323

FLY FISHING CLUB 4th Wed 7.30pm MRFEC Gisborne FOCUS CLUB 2nd Fri 12 noon Gisborne Golf Club FRIENDS of JACKSON CREEK Working bees 3rd Sun 10-noon

5428 1178 or 0417 558 221 GARDEN CLUB 2nd Wed various venues 0408 115 759 GENEALOGY GROUP 4th Thurs 7.30 Family Hist Rm, Library GIRL GUIDES Thursdays 5pm Gis Comm Hall GISBORNE SINGERS Tues 7.30pm Holy Cross PS

HISTORICAL SOCIETY open Wed 10am-4pm Court House LIBRARY: TODDLERS’ STORY TIME Mon 10.30am, Wed 10.30am LIONS CLUB DINNER NIGHT Last Friday of month 6pm

La Cibo Cafe

MARTIAL

ARTS Thurs from 5.15pm St Brigid’s Hall MASONIC LODGE 2nd Thurs 7pm Masonic Hall Aitken St MASTERS AFL Wed 6.30pm Sankey Reserve MEN’S SHED BARBECUE Last Mon 12.30pm Lyell Street MT MAC & DIST HORT SOC 1st Tues Horticultural Hall MUFFINS ’N’ MORE 2nd Tues 10am-noon Uniting Church MUMS’ GROUP 2nd Mon, 9.30-11.30am

49 Fisher St

OBEDIENCE

DOG CLUB OLDE TIME MARKET

Sun 9am 1st Sunday

Riddells Rec Res 9am-2pm

PETANQUE

2nd & 4th Sat, 10am behind Caltex service

station, Station Rd, Gisborne PHOENIX ART & CRAFTS 1st Thursday 5428 2835 PHOTOGRAPHIC SOC 1st Tues & 2nd Mon 7pm Riddell’s Creek

Neighbourhood House PONY CLUB Bullengarook 1st Sunday Rec Reserve PONY CLUB Gisborne 1st Sunday Robertson Reserve PROBUS 1st Thurs 10am Masonic Hall

QUILTERS (Gisb) RAMBLERS

Wed 7pm

Room attached to Gisb Library

Fridays 9.15am Tennis Club Dixon Field RED CROSS 1st Fri 1.30pm Sen Cits Rooms ROTARY Tues 6.45 for 7pm Gisborne Golf Club,

book 5428 4483 by 1pm Mon RUNNING GROUP Tues & Thurs 6pm, Sun 8am Gis Aquatic Centre RSL 1st Mon 2pm Hall at 247 Station Rd 5428 2233

SENIOR CITS (Macedon)

WHAT ELSE IS ON

New members welcome

Tues 11am SPINNERS & FIBRE GROUP Tues 12 noon

Date Page

AUGUST 4 Submissions close for Domestic Animal Plan 32 5 Gisborne Singers Cabaret 13 8 Instagram workshop for businesses 33 10 Facebook workshop for businesses 33 12 Genealogy workshops 13 13 Lifestyle Carers’ fundraising concert 8 14 Last day for input on tourism draft plan 32 15 Feedback due on Council Nature Strip policy 32 16 Table tennis grading night 34 18 The Full Monty opens at Mountview Theatre 16 19 Australian Chamber Choir at Resurrection 12 22 Events & Festivals’ planning workshop 32 23 Macedon CFA Women Only information night 10 23 Table tennis grading night 34 28 SES Open Night 7 28 Legacy badges on sale until Sept 3 10 SEPTEMBER 2 Spring Fair at St Paul’s hall 3 Father’s Day events at Duneira 5 Hort Society talk on crevice gardens

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Super Mindbender Answer to puzzle on page 25 (six Victorian towns) Violet Town Yea Ballan Speed Nhill Undera She was called Violet Townsend and was in year 12 at school. He met her at a ball and on the way home was booked for speeding near Sovereign Hill. He was also an under aged driver.

Baringo FilmClub Club Program Baringo Film Programme

Tony Clarke Res. Riddells Ck N’hood House

TABLE TENNIS

Wed 7.30pm Tony Clarke Res, Macedon THUNDER SWIMMING CLUB 2nd Sat 5pm Gisborne Aquatic Centre TOASTMASTERS 1st & 3rd Tues 7.20pm Senior Citizens Centre, 8 O’Shanassy St, Sunbury T.O.W.N. Mondays 6pm Gisborne Bowls Club TOY LIBRARY Wed 10-11am & 2nd Sat 9-11am Robertson St U3A Mondays 10.30am MRFEC ULYSSES GROUP 3rd Tues 6pm Sunbury FC

Week Week Commencing starting

Film

Matinee

Evening

October Aug 2 4

Quiet Chaos Frantz

The Lady in the Van

October 11 Aug 9

My Year without Sex Red Dog

Ex Machina

VINTAGE MACHINERY

Aug 16

October 18

The Imitation Game

WRITERS GROUP Last Sat of month 2-5pm Woodend N’hood House

Aug 23

October 25

Red Dog True Blue

Working bees 1st Sun of month, 8.30am at Steam Park; Meetings last Friday 7pm at Steam Park

WRITERS (Scribes & Scribblers) 2nd Tues 10am-12 Riddell N’hood House

YOUNG VOICES

Thursdays 4.15-5.45pm Norma Richardson Hall, Buckland St, Woodend, 5426 4801 or sdggome@patash.com.au

November 1

Aug 30

Tais toi

Woman in Gold

Philomena

Looking for Grace

Monsieur Lazhar

The King’s Speech

Snowden

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