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Leigh News
An Inverleigh Progress Association Publication
FEBRUARY 2020
ISSN 0313-8453
Volume 46 Number 1
2020 Australia Day Quiz - Flags
What year was the competition to design the Australian flag? 1788, 1851,1901 or, 1925? How many points on the Federation Star? 5, 7, 8 or 10? The study of flags is called? Numismatics, Sigillography or Vexillolgy When was the Aboriginal Flag designed by artist Harold Thomas? 1967, 1971, 1988 or 2000? What is the most widely used animal symbol on a national flag? Lion, Eagle, Dragon or Antelope? Can you fly the Australian flag at night? No, If illuminated, on a National Holiday, Yes? Answers are on Page 12.
2 Leigh News WHAT’s ON 1st February - Bushfire Fundraiser P3 3rd February- Bannockburn Probus P16 13th February- Inverleigh Seniors P16 16th Februart-Inverleigh Market P6 23rd February-Shelford Duck Race P7 1st March- Dachshund Derby P17
INVERLEIGH PROGRESS ASSOCIATION meet in the
Inverleigh Public Hall
on the 3rd Wednesday of each month @7 :30pm (Except January)
VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME President: Hilary Hamilton Secretary: Luanne Thornton Treasurer: Tony Waayers Leigh News Editor: Peter Trevaskis
19th February- Inverleigh Progress Association P2 24th February-Historical Society P2
The Progress Association has been actively working towards improving the amenity of Inverleigh for over 40 years. Of course all such organisations need volunteers and the Association is no exception. Without them nothing happens. If you have some ideas for the town you would like to achieve, you are welcome to join us and help achieve them. Some of the projects completed by the Progress Association include: The Federation Bridge which was built to commemorate the centenary of Federation in 2001. Walking Tracks were established with lots of support from the community, including fencing and tree planting. Public Toilets Progress Association members worked for many years with Council to have the old toilets removed and a new block built, which did not detract from the entrance to our town. They are used more than any other toilets in the Shire. The Clock a new clock was recently installed on the clock tower in our main street, clearly visable from the General Store across the road.
The Inverleigh Historical Society was formed in 2004. It operates under the auspices of the Inverleigh Mechanics Institute and Public Hall Committee. Our Aims are to collect and preserve items of local historic interest and to promote research and interest in local history. We welcome all donations to our collection or the opportunity to copy material. We are most grateful to the many people who have kept meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall 0n the 4th Monday of each Month @ 8pm the Historical Society in mind as they sorted through their own collec(Except December & January) tions. VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME We undertake many interesting projects and have enjoyable President: Katrina Robson meetings, which you are welcome to attend.
Peter’s Editorial
Welcome back to a New Year.....2020.......I didn't think I would every see this year. I didn't think I would see the turn of the Century, but all that stuff is way off in the distance when you are a kid. New challenges before us all as we contemplate what is ahead. Coping with Bushfire, Coronvirus, World events, the list goes on. How fast the time seems to go and momentum is gathering speed each week as we embrace new technology etc. I am so thankful for all that we have here in Golden Plains, Phone apps that tell us when emergencies are close to home. Look on the phone to see not just when the next rain may come, but how much there might be. But more importantly, Familiar faces that say "Hi" as you go to the local shop to collect your mail, or walk past a school and the kids smaile and wave. It all lifts your spirit knowing that you are part of a local town and you are known to others, appreciated by others, helped by others. This is not always the case, especially when you have to live in a bigger town or city or even the capital city. You may be greeted with a bump or a blast of the car horn rather than a wave or a "pardon me" as you step aside. How great to be in this part of this special part of the globe. Sit back, stand back, wave back and just enjoy what we have here, not just while it lasts, but to make it last beyond all expectations that you may have and your fellow citizens may have. I'll wave back to you and smile and say Hello and I hope you do too.
AUSTRALIA DAY 2020 IN INVERLEIGH
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As always, locals really got into the spirit of the day, enjoying fun, food and fellowship. Well done to all volunteers who worked so diligently preparing for the day and tidying up again afterwards.
Pictured above with our Mayor, Cr. Owen Sharkey is Sue Calwell. Sue is an Australia Day Ambassador and was a guest at the Inverleigh celebrations and had a hearty breakfast, along with the other attendee's. She had not been to Inverleigh before and did enjoy her short time here as well as then going on to attend similar events in Bannockburn, Shelford and Teesdale. It was a pleasure meeting you and you are most welcome to visit again if you are in the area.
4 Leigh News POLICE REPORT FOR JANUARY 2020
Hello all, It has been brought to my attention that residents might be interested in an emergency Phone App. The emergency+ app is a free app developed by Australia’s emergency services and their government and industry partners. Take a look at it and see if it might be a handy tool for your benefit.
River campers: I Have again had issues with campers on the River Track. One camper was taking tree planting stakes and burning them, others breaking branches from trees for their fires. Spoke to numerous campers regarding the regulations in relation to fires but the CFA and
I both had instances where people were not complying and leaving fires smouldering or not in pits or just wanting to have a fire for the ambiance. With all the problems with campers I still wonder whether it is worth allowing people to camp by the rivers. I have found quite a few people of questionable character have been staying around the rivers over recent years. We had a male and female in a stolen car and stolen caravan camping by the river at the same time a few small thefts started occurring around the town (the male was involved in a shooting incident in Bannockburn and subsequently arrested). Another couple drove a stolen car there and dumped items from it before spray painting the Winchelsea road bridge and a gum tree. I found a male with an extensive criminal history likes the location to camp and I have summonsed him a couple of times now for having fires not in a pit and leaving them unattended. I attended an intoxicated driver who crashed into a tree and was fortunate that the branch that went through the windscreen didn’t impale him. I have had several groups bringing trail bikes etc to ride around the tracks and I had a chase with one a while ago. The township has also experienced several youth party issues when schools are breaking up (where up to 100 kids descend on the area with tents and leave it like a bomb site afterwards). These are a just a few of the incidents I have witnesses. The camp site is apparently all over the internet as a location to stay for free. I have also found some people who seem to make their stay a lot longer and don’t appear as though they are going to leave. I personally would not mind if camping and fires were banned there altogether and just leave the track
for walkers, fishermen and people having picnics. What is the benefit to the town of having people camp there, maybe a few small purchases at the shops although most of the people I come across seem to bring everything with them and tend to not take everything away when they leave! Is it worth all the issues with rubbish being dumped, damage to trees etc and the ongoing fire concerns? I raise this as something to consider and maybe for the issue to be raised with the council. There is a camping site beside the highway where it is easier to keep an eye on people and I don’t seem to get any problems there. With the fires that have occurred around the state already I would like everybody to stay vigilant and let’s try to prevent any fires occurring in the area. Please no angle grinding, welding etc. outside in the scrub and try to avoid other activities that may start a fire, especially on the hot windy days. Hope everybody had a good Christmas and new year, school should have started back by the time this is published and we will be heading towards Easter very quickly. Keep safe Chris KNIT, KNATTER AND THAT GROUP-TEESDALE
Bring a craft, learn a new craft or come for a walk, chat and cuppa.
Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday’s , 9.30am - 1.30pm At Teesdale Community Hall *BYO craft and lunch *Tea & Coffee provided. Cost $5 Joining fee. $3 per session Contact Lesley 0400 547 157 or Pat 0417 339 161
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FOOD, FUN, FAREWELL AND DONUT COMP
February 2020 marks the last of the Inverleigh Produce and Lifestyle Market. Due to family commitments and changing capacity to support the market the current committee have decided February will be the last for the 2019/2020 season. It’s been a wonderful adventure raising money for local organisations including the Inverleigh Kindergarten and CFA, giving much needed fresh food to Out Reach in Geelong, giving many small businesses a platform to start a flourishing brand and customer following and of course giving locals a Sunday activity to soak up Lawson’s Park, meet friends for a catch up and find a special something to make their life styles that little bit better. If any community members are interested in continuing on the market please get in touch via the website www.inverleighmarket.com See you on February 16th to Farewell the Market.
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SHELFORD DUCK RACE and Family Fun Day rd
Sun Feb 23
11am - 4pm
Recreation Reserve, The Parade, Shelford ( you can find us about 40km West of Geelong )
African Drumming Kid’s Amusements Show-n-Shine Coffee Van Ice Cream
5th $100
4th $150
Roving Entertainment Market Stalls Fun Competitions Licensed Bar Great Food Stalls
Duck Race starts at 2.30
6th $50
3rd $250
Duck Race Tickets $10 available online or on the day
2nd $500
1st $1,000 facebook.com/shelford.duck.race
8 Leigh News DRIVERS ROSTER If you cannot make roster, please notify the Officer-in-Carge or ring the Station 5265 1597.
Inverleigh is a 100% volunteer brigade, drawn from the community for the community. Community members: When you are going to burn please log your burn by ringing
Burn Notification on 1800 668 511 FIRE RESTRICTIONS NOW IN FORCE NO BURNING OFF WITHOUT A WRITTEN PERMIT
CFA MESSAGE FOR THIS FIRE SEASON Welcome to the first Inverleigh CFA’s first article on the Leigh News for 2020. The reality of the fire season with its inherent dangers has been dramatically shown with the number, ferocity and size of the fires that have impacted so many communities. Around Inverleigh, we’re more subject to grass and crop fires although there is significant bushland nearby. We’ve had a busy start to the year and crews have already attended several substantial fires locally, especially a large fire at Mt Mercer. “Thank you” to the local community of Inverleigh which has done a great job bringing valuable, and accurate, information to those who are part of their social media networks. The good news is that a large part of the shared information is sourced from the CFA website and, as such, it can be relied upon. Please continue to share information that is from the CFA with your networks, because awareness and preparation are key elements to personal and community safety. Following this theme, here’s a slightly different way to “read” the Fire Danger Warnings
that appear on various sites. CODE RED. These are the worst conditions for a bush or grass fire. Homes are not designed or constructed to withstand fires in these conditions. Fire behaviour unpredictable and the CFA will not be able to control the fire. EXTREME. Expect extremely hot, dry and windy conditions. If a fire starts and takes hold, it will be uncontrollable, unpredictable and fast moving. The CFA will not be able to control the fire. Spot fires will start, move quickly and come from many directions. Homes that are situated and constructed or modified to withstand a bushfire, that are well prepared and actively defended, may provide safety. SEVERE. Expect hot, dry and possibly windy conditions. If a fire starts and takes hold, it may be uncontrollable, and the CFA may not be able to control the fire. Well prepared homes that are actively defended can provide safety. You must be physically and mentally prepared to defend in these conditions. VERY HIGH, HIGH and MODERATE. If a fire starts, it can most likely be controlled in these conditions by the CFA and homes can provide safety. But be aware of how fires can start and take all possible steps to minimise the risk. As you can see with the three highest ratings, the fire activity is basically uncontrollable and, as such, adequate prepa-
ration must be undertaken to minimize the possibility of fire in the first place or a clear plan needs to be ready to activate. Should a fire start, it’s imperative that
you access a web site or radio station to be aware of the level of warning that’s in place. These are:ADVICE. An incident is occurring or has occurred in the area. Access information and monitor conditions. WATCH AND ACT. An emergency is developing nearby. You need to take action now to protect yourself and others. EMERGENCY WARNING. You are in imminent danger and need to take action now. You will be impacted. The fire season still has several months to run and hopefully with intentional preparation and an increased awareness we will manage any situations if and when they occur. Finally, thank you for the support that you have given to the local members. It really is appreciated. Inverleigh CFA 100% Volunteers
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FEBRUARY 2020 CALENDAR
Dr Hope’s Station
In 1857 an “Itinerant Photographer” whom we believe to be Thomas Hannay, took this image and one of the nearby Carrah Mill. Thomas Hannay was a Scottish immigrant who had a travelling darkroom - and was using the cumbersome method of wet collodion glass negatives, which had to be prepared directly before exposure and processed immediately after. He travelled in the Western District in 1857-9, and ninety of his images survive and can be found on the State Library of Victoria catalogue. Investigating further, the whole exercise of travelling on poor roads or rough tracks, and setting up your own darkroom, is a far cry from the ease of digital photography 140 years later. Historical Societies will need these images to be published but back to Thomas Hannay and his photography. “The wet collodion process had a major disadvantage. The entire process, from coating to developing, had to be done before the plate dried. This gave the photographer no more than 10 minutes to complete everything. This made it inconvenient for field use, as it required a portable darkroom. The plate dripped silver nitrate solution, causing stains and potentially explosive build-up of nitrate residue in the camera and plate holders. The silver nitrate bath was also a source of problems. It gradually became saturated with alcohol, ether, iodide and bromide salts,
dust, and various organic matter. It would lose effectiveness, causing plates to mysteriously fail to reproduce an image. As with all preceding photographic processes, the wet-collodion process was sensitive only to blue light. Warm colours appear dark, cool colours uniformly light. A sky with clouds is impossible to render, as the spectrum of white clouds contains about as much blue as the sky. Lemons and tomatoes appear a shiny black, and a blue and white tablecloth appears plain white. Victorian sitters who in collodion photographs look as if they are in mourning might have been wearing bright yellow or pink.”[8] Wikipedia) Dr. Hope’s Station is now called ‘Barwonleigh’. Dr. Robert Culbertson Hope was a ship surgeon arriving at Sydney, and then overlanding with his brothers George and James to the Port Phillip District of New South Wales in 1839. The brothers acquired land
on Sutherlands Creek and the Moorabool River by leases and purchase. In 1851 they took up the lease of Native Hut #3 station and Robert purchased several allotments in the township of Inverleigh, first offered for sale in 1854. Land speculators have been here for a long time. The family prospered during the gold rush with their mills and fresh vegetables and George and James Hope had another large landholding at Lake Wallace, later called Edenhope. Looking at the hazy image, we notice the proximity to the Barwon River, the whites on the clothes line, and what appears to be a man in a top hat and suit with a well dressed lady. There are three images online taken at Inverleigh, and two at Golf Hill, Shelford, still surviving from Hannay’s visit. Next meeting of the Inverleigh Historical Society is on Monday, 24th February, 2020, at the Inverleigh Public Hall at 8pm.
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Dereel Art and Craf t Fe sti val Last October I was invited to attend the Dereel Art and Craft Festival, and I met up with some very talented artists. As I wandered around and studied all the art on show, I stopped to talk to the artist that were displaying their work. Marita Reynolds was using Ink Tense pencils and she showed me how it was done. “You apply to paper and then you add a little water and that intensifies the colours,” Marita used coloured pencils for years but felt that it was time for a change. “These are what I came up with,” she said. “I enjoy experimenting and these pencils just fascinate me” I found another artist that was using the same product but in a different format. Vivian Ireland was using Ink Tense blocks. “They have a strong colour and I enjoy playing around with them. They also provide a large colour range and that is important to me” I looked through Vivian’s collection of pictures hanging up behind her and I could see she really enjoys the multi coloured palette. A short distance away with a beautiful display of photographs was Carol Moyse. Her large portrait sized framed photos of birds was really spectacular. “I am self -taught” she informed me, “But I have always loved photography, I get a real sense of peace when I am out taking photos, it’s an escape from the world, it keeps me sane!” A mixed media artist that is no stranger to our area was
also displaying and demonstrating her work. Lyn Dickson is a multi-talented lady, who mixes her love of the tactile with many various mediums. Today she was demonstrating coiling, a practice that is simple to master and uses up all your left-over threads and yarns. “You can coil anything” she informed me, “Even barbed wire!” She had various objects with her, and you could see the method of coiling in each one. Another well known artist from our region is Rosslyn Bosnar, who was busily working using Alcohol Inks, which are little bottles of coloured ink that you apply to a non porous surface and mix and blend to your hearts delight. “I find art very relaxing," she told me. All of these artists and more will be displaying their works during the Golden Plains Community Arts Trail, which is to be held on Saturday March 21st and Sunday 22nd, 2020 from 10am to 5pm. You can visit the website to find out more www. gpartsinc.com.au for a map/brochure or their Facebook page @ GP Arts Inc. Instagram #gpartsinc or you can email them at gpartsinc11@gmail.com to request a pdf of their map/flyer to be emailed back to you. I would heartily urge anyone who has not seen any of these artists to get a copy of the Trails brochure and make time to visit these artists’ studios. I think you will be pleasantly rewarded. By Wendy Spall
12 Leigh News Mail at the Inverleigh Store Christmas has come and gone, but it is a timely reminder for all residents to ensure they have their correct postal address on their mail, in particular post office box holders. Your physical address is not your postal address. Some suppliers will not accept post office box addresses
but this can be circumvented by adding it after your physical address (even in brackets). It makes it a lot easier for staff and expedites notification by Australia Post of mail awaiting collection which is usually parcels. Please be prompt with collection of parcels from the Store as space is very limited. David, Tracey and Staff.
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MUSHROOM COMPOST is now available Contact Peter or Dianne 5265 1757 or 0418 514 926 to arrange for pick up from Inverleigh Shelford Road INVERLEIGH
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2020 Australia Day Quiz - Flags = ANSWERS! What year was the competition to design the Australian flag? 1788, 1851,1901 or, 1925? How many points on the Federation Star? 5, 7, 8 or 10? The study of flags is called? Numismatics, Sigillography or Vexillolgy When was the Aboriginal Flag designed by artist Harold Thomas? 1967, 1971, 1988 or 2000? What is the most widely used animal symbol on a national flag? Lion, Eagle, Dragon or Antelope? Can you fly the Australian flag at night? No, If illuminated, on a National Holiday, Yes?
1901 7 Vexillolgy 1971 Lion If illuminated
Winners from Australia Day Competion at Inverleigh Hall are: 1st Sophie Armes, 2nd Ellie Coles and 3rd Jessie. If any of these would like a small Australia Day prize please call Liz McDonald on 52651270.
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WORDS OF WISDOM FROM REV. PHIL
Welcome to the new year. It’s the time of year at which many of us take stock of how our lives are going. It is more or less arbitrary where we mark the end of the year, but because the convention is shared, our lives have a rhythm that’s marked by the calendar, and the length of the year makes it a good point for assessing some aspects of our life. We might ask whether we stuck to the resolutions made 12 months earlier. We might ask more general questions about how our life is going: have we been good parents or partners? Have we pursued worthwhile goals? Have the steps we have taken toward those goals between well-designed? Socrates is famously reputed to have said the unexamined life is not worth living. More recently, the philosopher John Stuart Mill echoed Socrates, arguing that it was better to live a life of self-reflection and be unsatisfied, than to be a pig who didn’t reflect but was happy. The idea that we can and should reflect on our lives and their trajectories remains deeply attractive. As a parish we’ve now spent several years reflecting on who we are, what we do and how we do it. At times this has been difficult, but slowly we’ve been putting pieces into place to honestly answer these questions and the most significant piece will be put into place on February 11th when a new full time Vicar, the Revd. Tim Smith will be commissioned to lead this parish into the future. Tim St. John’s Anglican Church Bannockburn
has been the Vicar at St Stephen’s Belmont for many years and has had a productive ministry there which has included the introduction and continuance of “Messy Church”, music groups and a range of community engagement groups. Before his ordination Tim was a radiologist in NSW. In addition to his theological degree Tim also has a PhD in Missiology, so is therefore really interested in mission and church growth. He has his own property in Teesdale (his “farm”) and will continue to live there. Tim also has strong ties with South Sudan and is the Founder and Chair at Foundation South Sudan, a foundation aimed at providing educational scholarships for the people in South Sudan who would otherwise be unable to further their education. Tim’s commissioning by Bp. Kate Prowd will take place at St Paul’s at 7.00 pm on February 11th and everyone is more than welcome to be part of the service on that evening. Congratulations must also be extended to our Presbyterian friends who also now have a new minister, Revd. Surendra Wesley. Surendra, who moved from Western Australia, was inducted into the parish on January 31st. The parishioners at St Paul’s wish he and his family all the best for time in the “Parish of the Leigh”.
The members of the Parish of Inverleigh, Bannockburn and Meredith invite you to the service for the Commissioning of
Rev’d Dr.Timothy Smith on
First Wednesday of each Month @ 12:30pm. Come along, bring a friend... Contact Gillian on 0408 408 403
Tuesday 11th February 2020 at 7.00 PM at St Paul’s Anglican Church, 38 High Street, Inverleigh
14 Leigh News VICTORIA PARK Park Street INVERLEIGH GROUNDS FOR HIRE TOILETS GRASS & SHADE OVERNIGHT CAMPING (NO POWER) CANTEEN & CLUBHOUSE ANIMAL FRIENDLY HORSE YARDS Reasonable Rates CONTACT: Denise Cook 0419 103 196
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16 Leigh News BANNOCKBURN & DISTRICT COMBINED PROBUS CLUB Probus is an association of active senior members of the community and for those no longer working full time. Its basic purpose is to relieve isolation and loneliness associated with ageing and to provide regular opportunities to progress healthy minds and active bodies through social interaction and activities and to enjoy the fellowship of new friends. We invite you to join us at 12.30pm every first Monday of the month (excepting Dec & Jan) in the Community Church, Moore Street, Bannockburn. We start with a light lunch followed by a Guest Speaker then a General meeting. We finish with afternoon tea. Entry $5. Monday 3rd February. 12:30 Lunch at Church Hall, Moore Street, Bannockburn, Guest Speaker Mr. Brian Smith sharing his experoences in Africa. Wednesday 12th February. Midday. Meet at Inverleigh Hotel to share Lunch together.
For more information please call: President: Shirley Wild 0447 873 763 Secretary: Sandra Bance 5281 5647
Inverleigh Playgroup The Inverleigh Playgroup is a weekly community play session for children 0 - 4 years. The group is run by volunteers and incorporates a range of activities and freeplay. The playgroup has a large selection of age appropriate toys for the children to play with each week. When: Every wednesday of the school terms from Feb 5th 2019 Time: 9:30 am till 11:30am Where: Inverleigh Public Hall, Hamilton Highway. INVERLEIGH PLAYGROUP
Inverleigh Seniors We meet t wice a month to have fellowship together over a meal or enjoying an outing together. Seniors meet on 2nd Thursday of each month for lunch and 4th Thursday for an outing and lunch together. Thursday, 13th February. Meet at the Inverleigh Public Hall for Lunch together. This is our 2020 day, so wear the oldest pair of glasses you can find. Also come prepared to tell us about your highs (and lows) of 2019. Thursday, 27th February. We are carpooling and travelling to Foxy's Garden Ornaments and Cafe, 55 Midland Highway, Meredith.
A warm welcome awaits you. For Information & Bookings, please contact: Pres: Peter Trevaskis 0407 100 791 Secretary: Joy Gray 5265 1566
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Appointments Available Monday to Friday and some Saturdays Bulk Bills patients on Pension, Health Care Card and Children Enquires and Bookings please phone
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Old and damaged Photos – can they be saved? Inverleigh Historical Society invites everyone to a free presentation by Chas Taylor of Chas Taylor Developments, http://www.taylordev.com.au/
‘Maintaining and restoring old and damaged photos’ Chas will talk about his work and show ‘before and after’ examples. Monday March 24th, 7.30 – 8.30, Inverleigh Public Hall Enquiries – Christine Windle 0403 267 286
"Before"
"After"
INVERLEIGH SING SESH LOVE TO SING? LOVE TO SING BUT THINK YOUR TERRIBLE? INVERLEIGH SING SESH IS FOR YOU?
No commitment required as each sesh is a different song, so if you miss a couple it doesn’t matter. Sesh Songs are a mix of current chart toppers, Classics, Film themes, Musicals... all guaranteed to make you go home feeliong great. When: 2nd & 4th Mondays of the Month Where: Inverleigh Golf Club Time:7:30 till 9 pm Who: All Welcome Cost: $5 per Sesh
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From the foothills of the Himalayas to a dusty gold-mining town, to the verdant Presbyterian Parish of The Leigh
The Leigh, in a good season, is a lush, productive region and very far removed from Mount Magnet, a dusty gold-mining town on Western Australia’s remote Great Northern Highway and in turn is a long way from the Indian city of Dehradun, nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas. But this is the route travelled by Reverend Surendra and May Wesley. God has worked His own sovereign plan and purposes out in the lives of the Wesley’s as only He can. The Wesley’s made themselves available in ministry and God chose this route for them to travel. The Presbyterian Inverleigh folk are thrilled to have Surendra accept their Call to him, to come and exercise a ministry in this part of God’s vineyard. Reverend Surendra Wesley was born into a Christian home in India but because of difficult circumstances grew up in an orphanage with his 2 brothers. His New Zealand wife returned to India with him where he studied theology at the Presbyterian Theological Seminary at Dehradun, graduating with a Master of Divinity. It was there that he met an Australian Presbyterian minister, the Rev. Dr. Peter Barnes, being a visiting lecturer in Church History at the time. Mr. Barnes arranged for the Wesley’s to go to Mt. Magnet W.A. for two weeks and they realised this was where God was calling them in ministry. Both the Wesley’s have previously lived in Australia. The family lived in
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Mt. Magnet for five years and served the congregation there but their ministry also extended to small mining communities, Indigenous settlements and stations. “From a very young age I had, and still have, a great desire to be a pastor,” Surendra says, adding that “by the grace of God I had an excellent Christian upbringing and education. After graduation my wife and I talked about working in Australia, since it was a familiar territory for both of us. Behold, in answer to prayer, Mt. Magnet opened up for us.” Surendra continued; “Since then, we have been blessed with three lovely children, Gabriella (Ella) (7), Elijah (4) and Caleb (15 months). Because of our children’s education, we were prayerfully looking where to from here. God is surely good in all His ways for He heard our prayers and answered with a Call from The Leigh Presbyterian Parish. What a blessing to us. God has been so gracious in His dealing with us and the people of the Parish have already endeared themselves to us.” Surendra says; “We look forward with great encouragement to this new era God has set before us in bringing the Good News of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ to the people of The Leigh and surrounds.”
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Ph. 5281 5449
Web site: www.summer-sensations.com.au
Trading Hours for February 2020 Saturday's and Sunday's 10am to 4:30pm Breakfast available both days between 10 and 11:30am Mini Golf open both days. (We are always Closed on Tuesday's)
During the week (Mon, Wed, Thurs & Friday) we will be "closed" except for group bookings of 8 plus people. (Food & Mini Golf)
Summer Menu:- light, tasty house cooked meals Our Berry Ice-Cream, Smoothies & Berry Pies Sales of Jam, Honey and Berry Pies.
Ne w machiner y for Bannockburn Men’s Shed
The Bannockburn & District Men’s Shed was grateful to receive a Bannockburn & District Connected Communities (B&DCC) grant for $4400 which paid for two new machines for the workshop – a “thicknesser” and a “linisher”. These terrific machines will widen the scope of members in the preparation of timber in the manufacture of projects. The shed is located off Moore St Bannockburn behind the shire offices & welcomes new members. Contact Secretary Geoff Wild on 0407 835 731.
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FROM THE MAYOR’S DESK – FEBRUARY 2020 Happy New Year! As one busy year ends, so another one begins. As we head into the final nine months of our Council term, I am honoured to be elected Chair of the Central Highlands Councils Victoria (CHCV) for the 2019/20 term. CHCV is an alliance of eight central Victorian municipal councils – Ararat, Central Goldfields, City of Ballarat, Golden Plains, Hepburn, Moorabool, Northern Grampians and Pyranees – that advocates for a strong economic and social future for the region. We work collaboratively on issues and projects of mutual importance to make a positive impact on the communities in the Central Highlands region. Over the past year, I have enjoyed and valued the opportunity to represent the Golden Plains Shire and its residents at the CHCV table and I am excited for the opportunity to serve as Chair of this respected and improtant local government alliance. Mayor Cr Owen Sharkey
HAVE YOUR SAY TODAY
COUNCIL MEETINGS 2020
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Council is partnering with the State Government to develop a new Sport and Active Recreation Strategy to inform its policy, planning and delivery of sport and active recreation programs, infrastructure and services from 2020 to 2030.
Residents and members of the public are welcome to attend Ordinary Meetings of Council which are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6pm, with the exception of the December meeting.
This new strategy will replace the current Recreation Strategy 2015-19 and reflect the needs of the Shire’s evolving communities over the next 10 years.
Meetings are held at Bannockburn Shire Hall, 12 High Street, and the Linton Customer Service Centre, 68 Sussex Street.
A community survey is now open and all residents are encouraged to share their ideas and opinions on sport and active recreation in Golden Plains Shire, now and into the future: •
Complete the survey online at: goldenplains.vic.gov.au/consultations
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Pick up a paper survey at Council’s Customer Service Centres in Bannockburn, Linton and Smythesdale.
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Chat with Council staff at a conversation post:
8.30am to 12.30pm, 1 February, Golden Plains Farmers’ Market, Bannockburn
25 February
Bannockburn
24 March
Linton
28 April
Bannockburn
26 May
Linton
23 June
Bannockburn
28 July
Linton
25 August
Bannockburn
22 September
Linton
27 October
Bannockburn
24 November
Linton
15 December
Bannockburn
9am to 1pm, 15 February, Smythesdale Country Market
9am to 1pm, 16 February, Inverleigh Produce and Lifestyle Market
2020 Special (Annual) Meetings
9 to 11am, 22 February, Rokewood General Store
Tuesday, 9 June (Budget Submissions): Bannockburn
1 to 3pm, 22 February, Back Creek Café, Meredith
Wednesday, 4 November (Mayoral Election): Bannockburn
10am to 2pm, 23 February, Ross Creek Car Boot Sale
The agenda is available online on Friday afternoon prior to the Ordinary Council Meeting.
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ST PAULS SURPRISE SHOP INVERLEIGH During February GREEN Tickets will be ½ price, so come on in and grab some awesome bargains.
are held in INVERLEIGH on the 2nd Saturday of the month 9:30 to 10:00 @Sonny Cafe and in BANNOCKBURN on the 4th Saturday of the month 9:30 to 10:00 at Bannockburn Station Cafe
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NATIVE HUT NIGHT BRANCH Est. 14th July 2014
This branch meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm at Teesdale Primary School, Mudbrick Building, cnr Main Road and Sutherland Street. All ages welcome. It is not an “oldies” group. If you are interested in attending
please contact: Shirley 5281 5354
Lions Club of Inverleigh Leigh Valley
We are now collecting newspapers for recycling. Papers can be left at the Town Hall on Mondays or pick up can be arranged by calling David on 0429 958 769 during business hours or 5265 1102 after hours. All proceeds from the paper collection go to local projects. As this is a new initiative for our club, community help would be greatly appreciated. Any further questions can be directed to David on 0429 958 769 or dave@ grantsautodismantlers.com.au
Closed School Holidays All donations can be left at the shop door or during opening hours. OPENING HOURS: Monday 1-4pm , Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 9am – 1pm Come follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ St.PaulsSurpriseShop
TEESDALE MECHANICS INSTITUTE (Formerly Community Hall) Behind the CFA Building Main Road, Teesdale
FOR ALL YOUR HIRING NEEDS Hall, Meeting Room, Kitchen, Tables, Chairs & Crockery.
For bookings, phone Dale on 5281 5486 or 0428 386 724
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Justices of the Peace
Mr Keith Windle 77 Dundas Street INVERLEIGH Ph: 0429 651 298 Mrs E McDonald 47 High Street Inverleigh Ph: 5265 1270
Mr Peter Bufton 110 Savage Drive INVERLEIGH Ph: 0448 694 204 Mr Rod McKenzie 7 Ruxton Crt. Bannockburn Ph: 0408 527 704
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meets for rally every 2nd Sunday @10.00am Victoria Park, Park Street, Inverleigh Vic 3321 New Members always welcome for enquiries please contact
President: Nicole Rogers Mob: 0419 549 799 Secretary: Leanne Broad Mob: 0433 403 065 P O BOX 87 INVERLEIGH VIC 3321
TEESDALE PS O.S.H.C. Phone: 5281 5218 BEFORE SCHOOL CARE
7:30 AM – 8:45 AM Healthy Food plus a Fun Program! *Cooking Club *Art & Craft *Outdoor Activities *Computer Club AFTER SCHOOL CARE
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Our Public Hall needs the lawns maintained.
Can you join the roster to mow the lawns once or twice a year? If so, please contact
Anne-Maree Tarbett 0417 512 240
Weekly Bus Service
provided for residents without transport to shop in Geelong! The Bus leaves the Inverleigh Hall Every FRIDAY at 9:30 am and leaves Geelong at 2:15pm for the return trip. Just use your MYKI Card.
LEIGH PRESBYTERIAN PARISH Inverleigh Shelford Teesdale
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New members WELCOME for Pennant on Tuesday & Saturday (school friendly hours) Season starts September thru to March
Every 2nd & 4th Bowls available for Social or New Players THURSDAY night 6pm NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
ALL WELCOME Please call Helen on Bowls available 5265 1023 or 0411 046 528 for more info visit www.inverleighbowls.org email: inverleighbowls@yahoo.com.au
Inverleigh Hall Hall Hire Contact The Inverleigh Hall Committee promotes the use of the hall and develops and maintains our fabulous community asset. If you would like to become involved by serving on the committee or by initiating activities at the hall, please contact
Anne-Maree Tarbett
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SUNDAY SERVICE Inverleigh 10.00 AM VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME For further information: Rev. Andrew Bray 0409 154 270
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ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC PARISH
ST. JOSEPHS PARISH MEREDITH PARISH PRIEST : Fr. Charles Balnaves ph: 5286 1230 mobile : 0417 319 556
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28 Lawler Street Meredith 3333 Available for Pastoral Care, Baptisms, Marriages, Funerals.
Weekend Mass Times:
Winchelsea every Saturday at 6 p.m. Bannockburn every Sunday at 9 a.m. And every First Sunday of the Month Family Mass at 4 p.m. This Mass is at the family friendly time of 4 p.m. and children will be involved in a special way in the mass and music. February’s Mass is February 2nd and will be followed by a Junior Master Chef Pancake Decorating Competition. Anakie at 11 a.m. Sunday February 2nd/ 16th Meredith at 11 a.m. Sunday February 9th / 23rd. Inverleigh Sunday February 23rd at 4 p.m. Pancake weekend will be on the weekend of February 22 nd/ 23 rd and pancakes will be cooked after each Mass. Also on that weekend we have a special visitor from the Philippines who will bless many sacred objects in the new St. Mary Mackillop Church … Father Herman Licayan who was our Parish Administrator for 6 years and was the priest at the time of the loss of St. John’s Bannockburn. Ash Wednesday is Wednesday February 26th . Mass will be celebrated and Ashes distributed at all Masses : Winchelsea 8 a.m., Bannockburn 9.45 a.m., Meredith 7 p.m. Enrolment for the Sacraments : If your child wishes to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation ( usually Grade 3 ); First Eucharist ( usually Grade 4 ) or Confirmation ( usually Grade 6 )
Enrolment will take place at St. Mary MacKillop Church Bannockburn on Sunday March 1st at the 4p.m. Family Mass. After Mass activities and fish and chips. Please bring your child/children with you and also a copy of their baptism certificate.
Anglican Church Inverleigh INVERLEIGH CWA BRANCH Welcomes existing and new members alike.
38 High Street, Inverleigh Sunday Services 9.00 AM Rev’d Phil Jacobson 0419 322 385 John Thornton 5265 1256 Bruce McDonald 5265 1270
We are so much more than just Tea and Scones ladies! Monthly Meetings: 7.30pm The last Wednesday of every month. Inverleigh Presbyterian Hall (next to the School). inverleighcwa@gmail.com or Melissa Rutherford 0419256 014
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CEMETERY TRUST TRIVIA NIGHT GREAT SUCCESS
The Cemetery Trust extends its sincere thanks to Tuckers Funeral & Bereavement Services for their generous sponsorship of this event, the many local businesses that donated goods and services for prizes and also to the Inverleigh and District community that attended and strongly supported the evening. We are pleased to say that $1,685 was raised on the night. All funds raised will go towards upkeep and improvement of the Cemetery. Planned tasks include the re-gravelling of tracks, a general clean up of grounds and planting of new trees on the western boundary. The idea has been raised of “reflection” bench seats positioned within the Cemetery grounds. It has also been suggested that we approach the Inverleigh or wider commu The inaugural Inverleigh Cemetery Trust “Trivia nity to ask if any families or individuals would like to Night” was held on Saturday 2nd November 2019 at the help fund the purchase of a reflection seat in memory Inverleigh Public Hall. It was a fun night with lots of locals of their loved ones who are resting within the Cemetery attending and supporting the Cemetery Trust’s major grounds. fundraising event. Host, Simon Morrison, was bemused, If you would like to participate please contact having not conducted a trivia night as a Cemetery fundeither of the committee members below. raiser in the past! The night was very competitive, with 9 tables vying for the title of Trivia Champs. In the finish it Anne-Maree Tarbett 0417 512 240 was Jamie and Tracy Cook’s table that came out winners. Dianne Morgan 0409 106 559 (Team picture above).
Thanks to Ross & Caroline Wilson of Shelford and also to Mora Leach of Inverleigh for faithfully supplying the monthly rainfall figures.
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GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE Date: Tuesday 21 January 2020
CONNECTING NEW RESIDENTS AND LOCAL BUSINESSES Golden Plains Shire Council is pleased to offer a new free advertising opportunity to local businesses and services to connect them with the Shire’s newest residents. Golden Plains Shire Council publishes a New Residents Guide that is distributed to people who have newly purchased or rented a home in Golden Plains Shire. The guide includes useful information on Council services, including how to find out what day the rubbish is collected and how to access the local library, aged care, or maternal and child health services. Council is updating the guide and adding a new section of vouchers to promote local businesses to this valuable group of prospective new customers and clients. Each voucher will include a special offer for new residents from that business, such as a local café may offer two free coffees or a local dentist may offer a 10% discount on the first check-up appointment. For local businesses, it’s free and easy to participate. Interested businesses within Golden Plains Shire can complete an online form with their business information, offer to new residents and attach a business logo, if applicable. The online form is available at goldenplains.vic.gov.au/forms/new-residents-guide-2020-businessvouchers-form. Golden Plains Shire Mayor Cr Owen Sharkey says the new business voucher section of the guide will be an excellent incentive for the Shire’s new residents to try a local business. “With new residents continuing to move to our Shire, connecting them with our terrific local businesses through these vouchers is a win-win for both the businesses and new residents.” “The business vouchers program is a great opportunity for new residents to learn more about the great range of businesses and services in their new home town and across the Shire.” “This offer from Council, is one of the many ways we help support and promote our businesses in Golden Plains Shire and we hope many will take this free opportunity to connect with new residents” All forms must be submitted by Friday 14 February, 2020. The updated New Residents Guide will be published in early 2020. Vouchers may only be used once and will have a standard expiration date of 31 December 2021. A sample design of the vouchers is available on the online form. Businesses with any questions can call Council’s Investment Attraction and Business Support team at 5220 7111 or email business@gplains.vic.gov.au.
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Released by: Eric Braslis, CEO, Golden Plains Shire Council Media contact: Susan Talpey, Coordinator Communications, Engagement and Advocacy, Golden Plains Shire Council P. 5220 7147 │M. 0421 923 399 │E. susan.talpey@gplains.vic.gov.au
GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE Date: Tuesday 21 January 2020
GRANTS OPEN FOR THIS GIRL CAN WEEK As part of This Girl Can Week 2020, Golden Plains Shire Council is supporting community groups, clubs and organisations with grants to run physical activity initiatives. This Girl Can is a Victorian Government campaign to promote physical activity for women and girls. The campaign is dedicated to encouraging more women to give physical activity a shot, whether this is trying something new, returning to a long-lost activity, or visiting a local activity provider or sporting club. Funded by VicHealth, Golden Plains Shire Council will support not-for-profit sporting, recreation clubs and community grants with $300 to run initiatives during This Girl Can Week. Applicants are required to match funding in the form of either in-kind or financial contributions, and part of the activity must run during This Girl Can Week from 23 to 29 March. Grant applications are now open and close 4pm, Friday 7 February 2020. To apply for a grant, complete the online form at goldenplains.smartygrants.com.au/2020TGC. Interested groups with queries on guidelines, deadlines or other questions, can contact Council’s Health and Wellbeing team on 5220 7111 or email GPSHealthandWellbeing@gplains.vic.gov.au. For more information on the This Girl Can campaign, visit thisgirlcan.com.au. Golden Plains Shire Council is working with other G21 Regional Councils on regional events and promotion during This Girl Can Week 2020. Council will release more details about all local and regional activities in March.
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Released by: Eric Braslis, CEO, Golden Plains Shire Council Media contact: Susan Talpey, Coordinator Communications, Engagement and Advocacy, Golden Plains Shire Council P. 5220 7147 │M. 0421 923 399 │E. susan.talpey@gplains.vic.gov.au
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GOLF RESULTS JANUARY 2020.
28th Dec. Men- Par, S. Wemyss +2, D. Brown +1, A. Smith -3 Longest Drive D. Mather. 4th Jan. Men Stableford A. Smith 38 pts c/b T. Lee 38pts, J. Nicolle 37pts. N.T.P. 3rd D. Brown Longest Drive I. Page, O/65yrs T. Lee. 11th Jan, Mixed, Stroke R. Lymer 68nett,T. Lee 69c/b J. Nicolle69 N.T.P. 3rd J. Nicolle, 8th I. Oliver. Longest Drive I. Page, O/65yrs B. Gibson. 18th Jan, Mixed Stableford. D. Brown 40pts, J. Nicolle 36pts, R, Keane 32pts. N.T.P. 3rd D, Nicholls, 8th D. brown Longest drive D. Mather, O/65yrs D. Nicholls. 25th Jan.Men/Stableford R. Lymer 38pts, D. Brown 37pts, A. Smith 33pts. Birdie Hole 6th S. Wemyss Longest Drive S. Wemyss, O/65yrs R. Lymer
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INVERLEIGH BOWLS CLUB
www.inverleighbowls.org FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENTS AT INVERLEIGH BOWLS CLUB
night away from the kids as well as a bowl with some laughs and fun. We will have barefoot bowlBowling with Babies is back! ing, some bowling competitions An initiative from Bowls Victoria as well as raffle draws and lucky and Vic Health which encourages door prizes. parents and grandparents to get out of Cost is $10 per person which the house, meet likeminded parents in includes bowling, entry to lucky their local community and take part door prize draw and a range of in a sporting activity in a safe and welfinger food. coming environment. We have a variety of drinks Bowls is a low impact exercise available for purchase from our bar. and sport which is suitable for people Invite a few friends or family members to come of all ages, abilities and cultures. And it is also lots of fun! along for a great night out locally. Our Bowling with Babies program will commence If you are a local business who would be interested on Thursday 13th February 2020 and will run every Thurs- in being involved, please get in touch with us- we would day until 5th March 2020. Times are 10am until 12 midday love to have you take part. We would greatly appreciate if and cost is $2 per session. If you are a parent or grandparyou can let us know if you intend to come along to help us ent of a baby or young child, or expecting mum, you are ensure we can make sure there is plenty of food available more than welcome to come along. for you to enjoy. Please respond via text to 0431 080 977 Ladies Bowls Event or via our event listed on our Facebook page at Inverleigh We are also very pleased to announce the return of Bowls Club. our Ladies Bowls Event on Friday 28th February 2020 from Look out for the flyers with further details about 6:30pm. Last year, this event was a great success and well these events around town and on social media. Follow our attended and enjoyed by 40 plus ladies in our local comFacebook page, Inverleigh Bowls Club for further details munity. We hope to make it bigger and better this year so and updates. please help us! Barefoot Bowling and Family evenings are on The evening is open to ladies of all ages from the every 2nd and 4th Thursday evening from 6pm. Geelong region. It offers the chance to come together with friends, meet new people in our local community, have a Come and see how fun bowling can be!
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Before and After School Care Long dare care Fully Funded Kindergarten Program Bright Minds Early Learning Centre at 17 Archer Way Bannockburn, is located between St Mary MacKillop Catholic Primary School and Bannockburn CollegeP-12. We are a private, family owned, purpose built Early Learning Centre, with long day care, a fully funded Kindergarten program and a 45 place before and after school program. Our Before and After School Program: runs from 7am until 9am and 3.30pm-7pm. Some of our features include: • • • • • •
Stand alone, purpose built room with its own bathroom facilities. Breakfast and afternoon tea supplied. Separate outdoor space with large grass area, sandpit, down ball court & equipment. Government/rebate approved with Qualified staff. Programs developed to each child’s needs and interests, in a safe and happy environment Children taken to school and picked up by qualified staff.
Our Long Day Care: Is open from 7am-7pm. We offer state of art facilities, individualised programs and highly qualified and experienced staff. Kindergarten Program: Our fully funded kindergarten program runs within our long day care. Our kindergarten teacher is Bachelor trained and has ran successful programs in Melbourne before moving to bright minds. Other features of Bright Minds: -Veggie gardens - fruit trees – café style dining area – open kitchen – animals – beautifully landscaped play areas – smaller, age appropriate rooms – take away coffee and home cooked meals coming in 2018 – incursions & excursions – music program – yoga – each room has its own art room If you would like to enquire about Bright Minds programs, please call (03)52921931 or send an email to enquiries@brightmindsearlylearningcentre.com.au
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Keeping Pets Cool
When the temperature rises, we need to take steps to protect our pets. •Keeping Pets Cool We have put together a few helpful tips. Water, Water, Water •Keeping Large Animals Your pets sweat too! Cool *Keep them hydrated with plenty of fresh water. •Looking Out for Wildlife *Add some ice blocks to keep the water extra cool. *Fill a small paddling pool with cool water for your dog to splash in. IN OTHER NEWS Most cats hate getting wet, so they are unlikely to want to take a dip to cool off. But wet a small towel in cold water and dab over your cat's fur. BUSHFIRE APPEAL Make up some ice lollies with some of their favourite treats. Freeze tuna in brine or some low-salt chicken stock for any icy snack. Your pets can get sunburnt, particularly pale-coloured ones, with ears and noses especially susceptible. Use a sunblock suitable for pets if they are outside when the sun is at its strongest. Avoid Car Trips Did you know it only takes six minutes for a dog or cat to die in a hot car. Never leave your pet unattended in the car as temperatues in the car rapidly increase - even on mild days. We are so proud to report that with the help of our cliHeat Stress ents we have donated $3000 All pets, like people can develop heat stress. Short nosed and flat faced towards the bushfire appeal dogs like Pugs, French Bulldogs and Boxers are more susceptible. for the CFA, RSPCA and Heatstroke can come on quickly and result in brain damage or death. RED CROSS!!!! Here are a few signs of heatstroke to look out for: With clients jumping Excessive or heavy panting on board for this iniative we Increased skin temperature saw and increase in all our Difficulty breathing services from consults, sur Drooling geries and right down to nail Fatigue clips!! Vomiting Clients really wanted Diarrhoea to show their support in our Glazed eyes initiative to help out those Dizziness affected by bushfires. A deep red or purple tongue WELL DONE TO EVERYONE!!
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Farewell Dr. Wendy
Pocket Pets It is important to keep Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Rats, Mice and Ferrets cool as they do not cope well in the heat. Move their enclosure to a shady part of the garden. Put a beach umbrella over the hutch. Fill a bottle with water, freeze, wrap in a towel and place in the hutch. Place some ceramic tiles in the hutch for them to lie on.
After 13 amazing years at Bannockburn Veterinary Clinic our valued vet Dr. Wendy Balmain has left us for a new career opportunity in sunny Queensland. To celebrate (and commiserate) her new adventure, we all headed out for a night out to reminisce on our favourite Wendy stories and Wendy cases. She will be sorely missed, but we certainly wish her well on her new adventure.
Birds Ensure the cage isn't in direct sunlight A light mist spray will help keep your bird cool Provide a bath, birds love to frolic in cool water. Use a shallow dish filled with a couple of centimetres of water. Place a rock in the bottom. Keeping Large Animals Cool Horses that are heat stressed may show signs of excessive sweating and reduced feed intake. Cool them down by hosing with cool water. Some horses will rush over to a sprinkler for a dowsing! Excess water should be scraped off afterwards unless there is a good breeze. Sponge with water or drape a wet towel over them. Add salt to daily feeds this will encourage water consumption. Restrict exercising to coolest part of the day. Heat stress tolerance varies between species. Cattle will adapt to heat as long as the temperature change is gradual. Cattle with lighter coat colour tend to be more heat tolerant. Sheep that are newly shorn are at a risk of sunburn. Pigs become heat stressed at a lower temperature than other animals, as they dont sweat and have small lungs.
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With over 18 years in real estate, Seka Powell’s experience, energy, and ethics are vital ingredients in a winning recipe that consistently achieves the best possible results for her clients.
Seka is passionate about looking after people and as such she has built a solid and loyal community of vendors and purchasers who seek her out whenever they need to buy or sell property, or indeed if they just need some genuine and friendly expert advice. Through her work and attitude, Seka has made many friends from all walks of life. Her clients consistently testify to the quality of Seka’s knowledge and her dedication to open, regular communication, both of which help her clients make informed decisions about what are often the largest investments they will ever make. Her integrity and comprehensive service is a point of difference in the field and her ability to listen, understand and problem solve ultimately delivers outstanding results based on her clients’ wants and needs. Seka over the years has been involved in many charity events, including raising tens of thousands of dollars for adolescent mental health. To discuss the sale of your property, call Seka today! t. 03 5224 2204 m. 0409 235 245 e. seka@gartland.com.au www.gartland.com.au
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Musculoskeletal Health and Wellness Offering: Osteopathy • Ayurvedic Medicine • Naturopathy • Dietary & Lifestyle Counselling • Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture • Remedial & Relaxation Massage • Exercise Physiology & Physical Rehabilitation • Group Exercise Classes & Hydrotherapy • Beauty Therapy Treating a wide variety of complaints including: Sports Injuries • Back and Neck pain • Headaches & Migraines • Chronic Pain Syndromes • Arthritis and Degenerative disorders • Paediatric complaints• Spinal Disc Injuries & rehabilitation • Peripheral joint injuries & repetitive strain disorders • Digestive Disorders & other functional disorders
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Ken McDonald Ken McDonald YOUR LOCAL AGENT Before you list your property with an agent, ask yourself: • How well does your agent know the area? • Does your agent live locally? This agent does! A LOCAL, SELLING LOCALLY Ken has had an active eight years in the Real Estate industry, with many satisfied clients in and around this area. Ken has previously worked in roles within the grain and agricultural industry, for 20 years working locally and further afield. Ken believes that the path to long term personal satisfaction, within the Real Estate industry, includes honesty and ethics, the ability to negotiate therefore getting the best possible outcome for vendors and purchasers alike. This has resulted in many loyal clients returning to Ken for the sale of their most valuable investment and enthusiastic testimonials from his numerous happy clients as well as referrals to their friends and family.
Contact: Ken McDonald 0418 524 150 | 03 5229 8017
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Meredith And District Motor Cycle Club 16 High Street, Bannockburn, 3331 Tel: (03) 5281 1481 Fax: (03) 5281 1978 www.bannockburnsurgery.com.au
Dr Cameron Profitt Dr John Henderson Dr Benjamin Fry
Dr Andrew Bell Dr Margaret Somerville Dr Samantha Buchholz
Bannockburn Surgery provides comprehensive GP services, has been practicing in the community for more than 30 years, is the largest practice in the shire, with 6 full time equivalent Doctors and has an excellent reputation. Monday,Tuesday & Wednesday: 8.30am – 7.30pm Thursday & Friday: 8.30am – 5.30pm Saturday: Emergency Session 10.00am – 12:00pm (no appt required) Round the clock care is offered to our regular patients, call the Surgery afterhours for further information. We are an accredited teaching practice, training GP’s of the future, our current Doctors are Dr Carolyn Grigg and Dr Rachelle Smith. We also offer the following services: Jessica O’Shannassy- Diabetes education; Peter Angelucci & Stephanie Bennetts- Podiatry; Judith Emond- Mental Health Practitioner; Ceri Webb- Speech Pahologist; Q-Fever testing and vaccinations and Yellow Fever vaccinations; Mr Chatar Goyal- Orthopaedic Surgeon and Dr Saj RathnyakeGynaecologist will both be practicing at Bannockburn Surgery as visiting specialists. Please talk to your Doctor about a referral if you require either of these services. Fees are payable at the time of consultation by cash or eftpos. Bookings are available online (visit our website) or by phone and we are accepting new patients living in the Golden Plains Shire. Every effort will be made to accommodate your preferred time and preferred doctor.
Looking for a safe and fun place to ride your dirt bike or somewhere to take the kids to ride? Look no further than Meredith and District Motorcycle Club (or MADMCC). We meet the 3rd Sunday of every month for our ride day (NO RACING AND NO QUADS /4 WHEELERS)
We have 2 tracks: One that is set up as a motocross track that is marshalled and we also have a smaller flat track for kids/beginners to learn to ride. St Johns is in attendance as well as a canteen.For more information please: head over to our Facebook page MADMCC or call 0415 503 869.
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MYSTERY OBJECT
The mystery object for December (above) is a copy of a Emco Wheaton B5 valve wrench. It is a positive valve wrench and was used on many early petrol tankers and other bulk storage items. The swivelling socket and plug are both ½ inch AF square drive. The combination of both male and female socket and plug meant only those issued with this wrench could use this as a key for safety and security. The wrench in my collection has no markings, it is a copy, as many early tools used in Australia were both for convenience and cost saving. Many Thanks.........Bruce McDonald
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GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE Date: Friday 17 January 2020
ARTSACTION TO SUPPORT CREATIVE SECTOR In partnership with Pop Up Art, Golden Plains Shire Council is excited to launch today its new initiative to support and foster the local creative industry – ArtsACTION. ArtsACTION is a free upskilling and professional development program for Golden Plains artists and creatives. The program will provide online and face-to-face training, as well as practical opportunities to activate career pathways, broaden networks and build market reach. The ArtsACTION program will run from February to September 2020, and all artists, creatives and arts workers are invited to participate in the two components of the program; an email course and workshops. The six-part email course will provide inspiration and practical information to get artists and creatives thinking and taking action to develop their creative career. Once signed-up to the course, participants will receive one email each week with part of the course, and can sign-up at any time. The second component of the program will feature three half-day workshops for artists and creatives to connect and strengthen networks, encourage market-readiness and broaden reach. The workshops will be held across the Shire from May to August. Workshop 1: Being Market Ready 12.30 to 4.30pm, Thursday 7 May, The Well, 19 Heales Street, Smythesdale. Workshop 2: Working Together Effectively 12.30 to 4.30pm, Thursday 30 July, Meredith Community Centre, 4 Russell Street, Meredith. Workshop 3: Digital Communities 12.30 to 4.30pm, Thursday 27 August, Bannockburn Cultural Centre, 27 High Street, Bannockburn. Mayor Cr Owen Sharkey, who announced the new program at the Creative Wanderings launch in December 2019, says ArtsACTION is a practical program to support the local creative community. “Golden Plains Shire is home to many creative-minded residents, and programs like ArtsACTION will help ensure that our creative community in regional Victoria does not get left behind in the growth of Victoria’s creative industries.” “I’m really excited to see how this new program will help the local creative sector in Golden Plains Shire.” “In delivering this program, Council is proud to partner with Pop Up Art, which has been a strong advocate for central Victorian artists in recent years.” More information on the ArtsACTION program, including how to register, is available at popupart.com.au/goldenplains/.
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Leigh News 47 Directory of Clubs, Services and Organisations Below is a directory for clubs, organisations and services operating in Inverleigh, Teedale, Shelford and surrounding areas. If you are interested in obtaining further information about an organisation, please feel free to ring and have a chat with them. Any club or organisation who wishes to be listed, please forward details to us and we will include your listing. We would also appreciate being kept up to date with contact details
INVERLEIGH AREA Bellarine Harness for Pleasure Club Pat, Phone 5264 5235 Inverleigh Bowls Club Pres. Adrian Hurring 0418 593 849 Sec. Suzy Coleman 0431 080 977 Inverleigh Cemetery Trust Des Guinane. 0409 224 811 Inverleigh Cricket Club Pres: Marcus Warton ph. 0400 199 309 Inverleigh CWA Melissa Rutherford 0419 256 014 Inverleighcwa@gmail.com Inverleigh-Leigh Valley Lions Club Bill Hughes 5281 5391 inverleigh.lions@gmail.com Inverleigh Golf Club President: Greg Erwin & Jeremy Richardson Secretary: Dianne Morgan Phone: 5265 1575
Leigh District Landcare Group Sec: Maxine Campbell 5265 1210
Teesdale TOWN Club (Take off Weight Naturally) Jan Pope Ph: 5281 5138
Leigh District Riding Club Leesa Phone 5265 1024
Working Sheepdog Club Glenn Agnew 0427 325 905
Victoria Park Reserve Bookings, Denise Cook ph. 0419 103 196
SES Emergency 000
MURGHEBOLUC AREA. Murgheboluc Recreation Reserve. Fiona Inglis. 0421 679 770 SHELFORD AREA Shelford Cricket Club William Green (Pres) 0416 575 367 Andrew Clarke (VPres) 0439 634 891 Shelford Progress Association Pres: Heather Stone 5281 3241 Sec: Glenn Jeffery 0413 317 779 TEESDALE AREA
Windstorm and Flood 132 500 Controller: Nathan Hansford Mob: 0409 811 138
EMERGENCY Police, Ambulance, Fire, SES
Ring 000
LifeLine 5222 2233 or 13 11 14 B’burn Surgery 5281 1481
Before and After School Care from 7.30am to 8.45am. - 3.15pm to 6pm Teesdale Primary. 5281 5218 CWA Native Hut Branch Shirley Wild Ph: 5281 5354
B’burn Vet 5281 1221 B’burn Taxi 5281 1777 Barwon Water 1300 656 007 Power Failure 13 24 12
Inverleigh Historical Society Katrina Robson 0400 527 352 Liz McDonald 5265 1270
Leighdale Equestrian Centre Robyn Grixti Ph 5281 5290 or Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012
Inverleigh Playgroup President: Suzy 0431 080 977 Secretary: Deb 0428 794 500
Leighdale Pony Club Inc. Pres: Tom McCann 5265 1169 Sec: Sue Moran 0437 914 454
Inverleigh Progress Assoc. President:Hilary Hamilton 5265 1384 Secretary: Luanne Thornton 5265 1256
Teesdale Branch Liberal Party Charlie Hartup 5281 5222
Golden Plains Medical Centre 5281 2320
Teesdale Cricket Club Alister Woods. 0439 395 456
Wildlife Rescue 0500 540 000
Inverleigh Riding Club Leighdale Equestrian Centre Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012
Teesdale Pre School Mandy Bartlett. 5281 5488
Women’s Domestic Violence Crisis Service 1800 015 188
Teesdale Sporting Complex Mrs Kay Hower. 5281 5389
Shire Ranger 5220 7111
Inverleigh RSL Sub-Branch Pres. Malcom Johns. 5281 5253 Inverleigh Tennis Club Shane Lubcke 0410 483 690
Teesdale Tennis Club Mrs Judy Evans. 5281 5328 Teesdale Community Hall Dale Smithyman 5281 5486
Geelong Hospital Accident & Emergency 5226 7564 Golden Plains Equine Vets 0437 467 097
If you would like your Club or Service included in this directory, or if you need to update any details above, please contact the Editor. leighnews@bigpond.com
Advertisers Index Accomodation 18 Accountant 39,40,41 Antennas 39 Banking 37 Berry Farm & Cafe 22 Builder 46 Cartage 28 Cafe 42 CCTV & Alarms 46 CFA Roster 8 Child Care 31 Church Notices 25 Clotheslines 43 Compost 12 Concreting 41 Crossword 45 CWA 25 Dance 6 Data Cabling 46 Doctor & Health Serv. 16,37 Drafting 39 Driver Tuition 28 Earthmoving 43 Eggs 9 Electrician 12 Equine 21 Firewood 41 Food Swaps 24 Funeral Director 17,21 Grain 35 Garden Supplies 42 Hall Hire 25 Home & Living 11 Hot Water 28 Justice of the Peace 24 Legal Services 18,29 Market 6 Motor Mechanic 38 Mowers 18 NBN Setup 46 OSHC 24 Painter & Decorator 20,40,43 Physiotherapy 17 Playgroup 16 Psychology 35 Plumbing Services 14,29,38,40 Probus 17 Recycling metal 36 Real Est. 15,34,35,48 Skip Bin Hire 36 Seniors 19 Septic Services 14 Taxi 39 Tax Returns 39 Tyres 41 Veterinary 32,33 Wicking Beds 19 Wool Buyers & Brokers 40
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OWEN SHARKEY
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Licensed Estate Agent | Auctioneer M: 0417 365 607
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