Leigh News May 2019 by Peter Trevaskis

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Leigh News An Inverleigh Progress Association Publication ISSN 0313-8453

MAY 2019

Volume 45 Number 4

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A UNIQUE CREATIVE EXPERIENCE? GP Arts Inc. presents, the first Golden Plains Community Arts Trail! Join us and visit 18 venues with 41 participating artists throughout the Golden Plains Shire on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th May from 10am to 5pm daily. Head to our Facebook page GP Arts Inc. to download the digital flyer with information on artists and a trail map on where to find them. Spend the weekend exploring and experience the joy and inspiration of art, creativity and local talent! Full details Page 9.

INVERLEIGH BOOK BAZAAR... Donations now being received... Save the Dates...Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th May 2019.

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2 Leigh News WHAT’s ON 4th & 5th May Golden Plains Art Trail P 9 & P 31 5th May C C Market P8 6th May Probus Meeting P22 9th May Seniors Meeting P23 12th May Mothers Day 18th May Federal Election 22nd May Inverleigh Progress Association Meeting P2 25th & 26th May Inverleigh Book Bazaar P4 Every Tuesday and Thursday Bannockburn Mens Shed

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

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

Hello all at the start of another month, It’s still very dry but it will rain again...sometime....soon we hope. The Inverleigh Progress Association have been working on reconstruction of the Inverleigh website and are happy to announce that it will be on line very shortly. The new web address will be “Inverleigh.org.au” and whilst I don’t have an exact date, you can look up this address and as soon as it becomes alive, you will see it on your device, complete with lots of information about the local area, local businesses, Leigh News current and past editions etc. etc. If you have something that you feel would be of value to include on the site, send details to leighnews@bigpond.com and I’ll pass it on to the Progress Association Committee. Thanks too, to all those who responded and sent ANZAC Day photos to me to use in this issue. (see the front cover and P3). If you have contributions for the Leigh News, please send them to me and I’ll include them as soon as I can in the near future. Have a great May........catch you again in June......

Leigh News 3 ANZAC DAY AT INVERLEIGH MEMORIALS WELL ATTENDED

This years ANZAC Day ceremonies in the area were all well attended again, including the 9:15 march and ceremony at the Monuments (pictured above) at Inverleigh. There seems to be an increase in younger people, including children attending, which is good to see, reports local RSL President, Mal Johns. The annual Footy Match between Inverleigh and Bannockburn hosted a magnificent service as well with a large crowd looking on. Congratulations to all the winning sports teams on the day, and to Inverleigh Senior team for winning the Footy.

GOOD FRIDAY APPEAL AT INVERLEIGH ANOTHER GREAT SUCCESS

This year $32,400 was raised for the Royal Childrens Hospital at the Inverleigh Good Friday Family Fun Day. Well done to all the organisers, Stall holders, amusement rides, Food Stalls, Auction, Fun Run, Easter Egg Hunt and all the other activities on the day. The organising committee plan to be back again for next years event on the 10th April 2020. Save the date now and plan to be there next year!

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GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE Date: Monday 8 April, 2019

SOCIAL ROOMS UPGRADE FOR INVERLEIGH Golden Plains Shire Council welcomes the Federal Government’s funding announcement of $500,000 for an upgrade to the club rooms at the Inverleigh Sporting Complex. The funding was announced by Federal Member for Corangamite Sarah Henderson MP at the football match between the Inverleigh Hawks and Geelong West Giants at the Inverleigh Sporting Complex on Saturday 6 April, 2019. The project will be fully funded in the 2019/20 Federal Budget. The Inverleigh Football & Netball Club advocated to the Federal Government for the upgrade of the social rooms which will cater for increased activity at the Inverleigh Sporting Complex, fuelled by the lighting upgrade delivered at the site early last year. Council will continue to lobby State and Federal Government for the refurbishment of existing dated change rooms and the construction of additional new unisex change rooms at the Inverleigh Sporting Complex. This $940,000 project would deliver female friendly facilities that are compliant with AFL Victoria ‘local level’ guidelines to service both ovals. This latest announcement adds to an impressive list of sporting and recreation projects in the works in Golden Plains Shire. Last week, the State Government and Council announced its partnership to deliver a lighting upgrade at Rokewood Recreation Reserve. Construction of new lights at Linton Recreation Reserve, also funded at the State Government and Council, is almost complete; and in February, Council secured a Federal Government grant of $500,000 for new lights at both ovals at the Victoria Park Recreation Reserve in Bannockburn. Also funded by the State Government and Council, the following projects will soon be completed and delivered to the community: a new netball court, multi-purpose court and shelters at Victoria Park in Bannockburn; and a significant upgrade of the Smythesdale Skatepark to create a premier regional skate facility. Mayor Cr Owen Sharkey says Council is delivering an unprecedented program of new and improved sporting facilities, and welcomes the latest announcement by the Federal Government. “Improved social rooms at the Inverleigh Sporting Complex will support the local clubs to attract more players, increase club membership and build their supporter base. It’s a valuable project not just for the sporting clubs but for the whole Inverleigh community who attend matches and events at this great community facility. “Council will also continue to seek further support from the State and Federal Government to fund the construction of new change rooms at the Inverleigh Sporting Complex that will deliver unisex, compliant facilities that encourage more female participation in local sports as the population of Inverleigh and Golden Plains Shire continues to grow.” “Council has lobbied hard for government investment in community facilities in Golden Plains Shire and we thank the Federal Government for supporting the future of our local sporting clubs with this new upgrade project. We are pleased to welcome this allocation from the Federal Budget and with the federal election on the horizon, Council will continue to seek strong bi-partisan commitments for the people of Golden Plains Shire.

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SARAH HENDERSON MP Delivering for Golden Plains $500,000 for upgraded clubrooms at Inverleigh Recreation Reserve $220,000 Teesdale Turtle Bend Reserve upgrade $5m Hamilton Highway safety upgrades $500,000 sports lighting upgrade for Bannockburn Fast NBN broadband Mobile base stations for Meredith and Teesdale Opposing Inverleigh streetscape council plan

Inverleigh Hawks Club President, David Haste and Sarah Henderson MP at the season opener to announce a $500,000 grant

SARAH HENDERSON MP

Federal Member for Corangamite Authorised by S. Henderson, Liberal Party of Australia, 3A/195 Colac Rd, Waurn Ponds VIC 3216.

3A/195 Colac Road, Waurn Ponds VIC 3216 03 5243 1444 sarah.henderson.mp@aph.gov.au sarahhenderson.com.au SarahHendersonMP

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Sunday 5th may, 2019 FROM: 10.00am - 2.00pm new venue: lions club parkland

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0427 923 934 or ccbanno@bigpond.com At each Federal Election, Inverleigh Progress Association issue an update of the Local Phone book. If you would like to be added, changed or deleted from the phone book, please complete the form below:

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POLICE REPORT FOR MAY 2019

Hello all, Another Easter period over and done with, I returned from leave for Good Friday and I have been pretty busy on the road since then mainly with tourists. Good Friday night I issued 20 infringements, amongst them were motorists detected doing 131, 2 x 133 and a 152 km/h in the 100 km/h speed zones around Inverleigh and Shelford. I also detected a motorist doing 91 in the 60 zone through town. All five had their licences suspended for between 3 and 12 months. Unfortunately this is some of the behaviour I still find occurring on our roads. Disappointingly, I have intercepted a couple of locals recently doing more than 20 km/h over the speed limit which I thought I would not be getting anymore but I have in

the last month. If you are doing this in future expect to be issued with an infringement, I do not expect to be pulling over locals for doing the wrong thing anymore. Driving on the Hamilton Highway near the rail crossing I recently saw what residents experience on bin night in trying to cross the road with their bins with cars hurtling towards them. Can we give them some consideration and slow down when approaching them, imagine if you were in the same situation. Had an enjoyable morning with the family again at the Inverleigh Good Friday event, well done to the organisers and volunteers for running another successful event. Keep safe Chris

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2018 2019 mm mm Jan 45.0 Jan 2.0 Feb 7.0 Feb 21.5 Mar 19.5 Mar 12.5 Apr 19.0 Apr 7.5 May 73.0 May Jun 41.5 Jun Jul 60.5 Jul Aug 42.5 Aug Sep 24.5 Sep Oct 22.0 Oct Nov 32.0 Nov Dec 51.5.5 Dec YTD 438.0 YTD 23.5

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2018 2019 mm mm Jan 47.2 Jan 2.0 Feb 9.2 Feb 44.4 Mar 20.0 Mar 6.0 Apr 12.2 Apr May 57.0 May Jun 24.8 Jun Jul 38.2 Jul Aug 43.6 Aug Sep 23.8 Sep Oct 26.5 Oct Nov 42.0 Nov Dec 60.6 Dec YTD 405.1 YTD 52.4 Thanks to Ross Wilson of Shelford and also to Mora Leach of Inverleigh for supplying the rainfall figures each month.

ST PAULS SURPRISE SHOP INVERLEIGH

Wanted in 2019:

2 Surprise Shop Volunteers Fridays 9 AM - ! PM

Once a month on roster

Please call if you have some time

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DRIVERS ROSTER

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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

Golden Pens – Write Side Up Hello from the Golden Pens – Write Side Up writing group, some of you may be familiar with our group from articles published in the Bannockburn Newsletter but now I would like to introduce us to the Leigh district so you can see what we are all about. We are a small writing group that meets at the Bannockburn library every fortnight for fun and indulgence with words. We generally have a jolly time and lots of laughter is not unusual. Our group has self published 2 anthologies, Snowflakes on the Plains and Gathering Gum Leaves that are filled with stories and poetry from all members of our group. It is always an exciting time when we decide to compile another tome, as we are doing at the moment. Over the past few years our group has undergone a slight shift in direction and we are now at a place where we feel we can invite new members into our fold. If you like words but are not confident enough to write them down then maybe our group is the place for you. We have no formal structure or leader and we basically just fly by the seat of our pants which makes for interesting meetings. We are totally uncritical, in fact it is the one thing we all agree on and live by. Whatever subject your passion encompasses, it will be accepted with open arms. So why not give us a go? You can see us at the library every fortnight and our first meeting for May is on the 9th at 1:30pm

til 3:00pm, so please just drop by. You can also contact me, Wendy Spall on 0427 551 641 or email us at goldenpens4@gmail.com We would all love to see anyone that is interested and just to wet your appetite I have included a small piece written by myself. I hope you enjoy it and that it stimulates your own creative juices. Words The words flow from all of us

We cannot stop them coming Even when we make a fuss They’ll ooze out of our very being

There’s only one thing to stem the flow To stop the gnawing and gnashing And that’s to put our words on show And publish our words with passion

If you get the chance to read our words We hope you find them entertaining And maybe they’ll even strike a chord And inspire your own writing.

Each month I will endeavour to include a piece from our other writers so you can see how diverse we are. Until then, cheers and happy writing.

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MAY 2019 CALENDAR

A Chronicle of the Bourke Residence , High St. Inverleigh 1935-2019 “Recollections from Current Family Members” In 1935, after the death of her husband, May Simpson (nee Bourke) returned to Inverleigh with her 3 young children and purchased the Johnson shop and residence in High St. Inverleigh. May’s mother Catherine Bourke moved in to assist with the raising of her grandchildren and 3 of May’s bachelor brothers took up residence in the attached billard room. For 10 years May continued to operate the business providing basic household products, sweets and soft drinks. The latter being very popular with revellers at the many dances held in the nearby Mechanics Institute as the shop’s cellar was an ideal spot to “keep the drinks cool”. May was the eldest of Catherine’s 7 children and by the 1950’s and 60’s there was an extensive extended Bourke family spread over Victoria and beyond “The Shop” however retained its role as a focus for family activities. Weekend trips to the country from Melbourne ,hunting, fishing in the Leigh River(black fish & eels), attending the dances/balls, supporting the local footy & tennis teams, playing euchre, school holiday adventures ,catching up with local friends and family celebrations. Each year May, Catherine and Frank would host the family Christmas lunch, the shop

providing the ideal space for the 40 plus Bourke family from 4 generations…, crepe paper streamers adorned the wall shelving, wooden trestle tables arranged down the centre were decorated with Franks home grown gladioli and

of course bowls of lollies, bottles of soft drink and the occasional “Ballarat Bertie” long neck. For the younger generation the shop’s fixtures such as the large wooden lift top lidded storage bins or display windows made excellent hiding spot for the inevitable games that followed. The cellar was OOB, too scary and dangerous after the floods. When in 1975, Catherine celebrated her 90th birthday at the residence she was asked by the “Leigh News “reporter of the day “What was the reason for her longevity?” she responded with... “Plenty of hard work”. Simply, that was accurate... for 40 years the residence had provided little in the way of domestic ameni-

ties…well and hand pump for water, no plumbing, limited electricity, wood fired stove for cooking and heating, a copper for hot water and an outside pan toilet…all she had weathered with practicality, good grace and a sharp mind. May predeceased her mother who remained in the High St. residence looking after her bachelor son Frank until, to the delight of her family in 1980, she agreed to move to Grace McKellar, surviving till her 101st. year. Frank also determinedly stayed at the residence until ill health required his move to Winchelsea Hospital where on his death in 1996 the occupancy of the “ Bourke Residence “ ceased. Postscript: •After occupancy ceased May Simpson’s family was able to negotiate the Land Acquisition Order that had been placed on the property by the Education Department in 1995 for its utilization by the Inverleigh Primary School. •In 1996 the property was carefully dismantled by the family, materials recycled, the underground tank and cellar filled in and many items restored as treasured reminders of the “Bourke House”. prepared by Marj Peel.

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SHELFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL

Shelford Primary School Welcome back everybody! Term 2 and 3 are traditionally very busy especially and it is very pleasing that everyone kept up their positive reading habits over the holidays which will hold them in good stead as we continue to have a strong focus on this at our school. UeducateUs App We are now using this app as a communication tool to allow our parents and teachers to communicate over notifications and appointments and it enables parents to let the school know if your children(s) will be absent from school. We will also use this app to send out reminder notifications for school events as well as the ability to send our school excursion forms electronically. ANZAC Day Thank you to those students who represented the school at the Shelford memorial; especially Audrey Miller and Alexander Poulston who assisted with raising the Australian Flag down at the monument. I have heard that afterwards there was an impressive breakfast served at the Shelford Hall that included scrambled eggs, bacon, onion, tomatoes, sausages, toast, fruit and Anzac biscuits – of course! Professional Development Miss D, Mrs Miller and I are attending professional development at Bacchus Marsh Primary School where we will be looking at how we can implement our Fountas and Pinnell kit that supports the students with their reading levels. Woolworths Earn and Learn Mrs Wilson has booked us in for a Woolworths Bannockburn visit as part of the schools Earn and Learn at 10am on Monday 6 May. The visit to Woolworths will enable us to get an extra 500 stickers towards our Earn and Learn total. Cooking Program To fully implement and plan our cooking program for the ear we have developed a cooking timetable that specifies the cooking date and food that the students will be making for their lunch. The program is designed to provide students the opportunities to make simple and easy food that can transfer to their home environment under supervision. We welcome any parent help on these days to support the cooking program. For catering purposes please advise teaching staff if your child(ren) are unable to participate in a certain week or inform the school if there are any additional allergies or intolerances we need to be aware of.

Important Dates May 3rd – Curriculum day – no school 6th – Woolworths Earn and Learn excursion 14-16 – NAPLAN June 3-7 – Woorabinda Camp Grade 4-5 10th – Queens Birthday – public holiday 11th – Curriculum day – no school Mr Travis Faulkhead Principal Ph: 03 5281 3291 Email: faulkhead.travis.x@edumail.vic.gov.au

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FOOD TRIVIA: Lemons contain more sugar than strawberries The onion is named after a Latin word meaning large pearl Potato crisps were invented by a North American Indian called George Crum During a lifetime the average person eats about 35 tonnes of food Within 2 hours of standing in daylight, milk loses between half and two-thirds of its vitamin B content There are about 100,000 bacteria in one litre of drinking water Bakers used to be fined if their loaves were under weight, so they used to add an extra loaf to every dozen, just in case -- hence, the expression “baker’s dozen In France, people eat approximately 500,000,000 snails per year It has been traditional to serve fish with a slice of lemon since olden times, when people believed that the fruit’s juice would dissolve any bones accidentally swallowed The first breakfast cereal ever produced was Shredded Wheat.

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REMEMBERING FAYE SHAW Faye was born Faye Margaret Stoddart and lived her early life in Inverleigh attending Inverleigh Primary School, before her secondary schooling in Geelong. She was a keen beachgoer in the sixties and she met Zane at the beach in Torquay. He was a keen surfer and together they enjoyed the beach and the music. Faye was an Elvis Presley fan of the first order and it was his music Zane chose for the service following her recent death. Together they lived in Belmont, where their three children, Lasseter, Chivoen (Gaelic for Anne) and Wetzel (named after an American frontiersman, Lewis Wetzel of German origin mentioned by novelist, Zane Grey) were born and raised. Zane worked as a senior laboratory technician at CSIRO until his retirement. Faye and Zane, together with Fayeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mother moved back to Inverleigh and settled in Park Street. Faye was right into the community and became an early advocate for Victoria Park. Together with a small committee, helped by Councillor Des Guinane, she worked to protect the crown land, then managed by Parks Victoria, from sale for housing, a very real possibility at the time. Since then a local committee has looked after the space so that the people of Inverleigh and districts can use the facility. In order to raise funds Faye arranged for a scrap metal skip to be located behind the clubrooms. For a number of years this helped raise funds to maintain the park, which included regular mowing for fire risk etc. Unfortunately, some people dumped unsuitable goods and eventually the price of metal went down and the service was no longer viable. It has begun again recently and provides extra funds. The Leigh News was until a few years ago printed in Winchelsea on A3 sheets which had to be folded and collated. A group of volunteers met one Thursday evening a month for this task at a house in Park Street. When the incumbents took a sabbatical overseas, Faye suggested we move to the clubrooms at Victoria Park and until the cur-

rent printing arrangements, this is how the News was completed. Early mornings when the Inverleigh Store opened Faye collected her paper and updated the public notice board. If it was time for the Leigh News she would deliver them around town in Fabfaye, her little car. Faye was also a member of the Inverleigh Progress Association and took over the Presidency in the early 2000s and held it until Hilary Hamilton volunteered. Under her stewardship the river pump was upgraded, a Section 86 committee was formed to maintain the open space and river walks on the north bank of the Leigh River, the Historical Walk brochure was compiled and published with our Historical Society and various other things to benefit this community. Each election day she would be at the polling booth, handing out How to Vote cards for the ALP. This was another happy day as she would chat to everyone as she worked, sometimes for most of the day. There would be a break at lunchtime as she went home to care for her elderly mother and then whoever else was on the gate would hand out her cards until she returned. Faye attended Inverleigh Seniors and was always a contributor. Sadly, over the past few years her health failed and she became a resident at Hesse Health in Winchelsea. We will miss her and send our thoughts and thanks to Zane and family for her life in Inverleigh. Luanne Thornton A PERSONAL THANKYOU Can I please pass on my personal

thanks to all who knew Faye, including all members of the Inverleigh Progress Association, the Inverleigh Walking Group, Inverleigh Seniors Citizens and Hesse Rural Health. The family and I all appreciate your kind words, cards and support during the recent times with Faye and following her passing. Very kind regards,

Zane Darcy Shaw.

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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.

THE ANGLICAN CHURCHES OF THE DISTRICT

INVERLEIGH PLAYGROUP

invite all men to our

MEN’S BREAKFAST

Saturday, May 11th at 8.30am. @ St John’s Anglican Church, Byron St, Bannockburn. Guest speaker, giving video presentation of holidays in Turkey and the old church caves used by Christians before the Muslims became dominant in the region. (Held on every second Saturday of every second month)

St. John’s Anglican Church Bannockburn

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

$3 per Bag or $40 per M3

First Wednesday of each Month @ 12:30pm. Come along, bring a friend... Contact Gillian on 0408 408 403

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VICTORIA PARK

Services Available Acute Hospital Urgent Care Residential Aged Care Dementia Specific Care Home Care Packages Physiotherapy Dietician District Nursing Diabetes Education Occupational Therapy Planned Activity Groups Community Health Groups

Park Street INVERLEIGH GROUNDS FOR HIRE TOILETS GRASS & SHADE OVERNIGHT CAMPING (NO POWER) CANTEEN & CLUBHOUSE ANIMAL FRIENDLY HORSE YARDS

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Servicing Winchelsea, Bannockburn, Beeac, Moriac, Rokewood, Teesdale & districts *Not all services available in all areas

CONTACT: Denise Cook 0419 103 196

VACANCIES

Residential Aged Care, Respite & Home Care Packages

Hesse Rural Health Winchelsea For further information or to book a tour please call (03) 5267 1200

*Home Care covering Winchelsea, Beeac, Bannockburn and extended rural areas

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Part of Your Community. Inverleigh resident and Funeral Director, Ebony Hovey can assist you with your enquiries and funeral care needs. Ebony is available to guide you through funeral planning and arrangements as well as provide obligation free funeral advice and information.

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Ken McDonald Ken McDonald YOUR LOCAL AGENT Before you list your property with an agent, ask yourself: â&#x20AC;˘ How well does your agent know the area? â&#x20AC;˘ 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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MONTHLY FOOD SWAPS

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ST PAULS SURPRISE SHOP INVERLEIGH During MAY Yellow & Blue 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

CWA

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 , Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 9am – 1pm Come follow us on facebookhttps://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

LEIGH DISTRICT RIDING CLUB INC A00041565N

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

3:15 PM - 6:00 PM

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Can You Help Here?

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

10 Railway Street, Inverleigh

COME JOIN US

“For we do not preach ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord...” (2 Corinthians 4.5)

@ Barefoot Bowls

New members WELCOME for Pennant on Tuesday & Saturday (school friendly hours) Season starts September thru to March

Every 2nd & 4th Bowls available Social or New Players Fridayfornight 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

0417 512 240

SUNDAY SERVICE Inverleigh 10.00 AM Permanent Supply Minister: Rev. Rob Duncanson VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME For further information: Neil Mansfield 0405 064 976

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ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC PARISH

ST. JOSEPHS PARISH MEREDITH PARISH PRIEST : Fr. Charles Balnaves 5286 1230 mobile : 0417 319 556 parishofmeredith@bigpond.com 28 Lawler Street Meredith 3333 Available for Pastoral Care, Baptisms, Marriages, Funerals.

Mass times for May/June: Winchelsea every Saturday at 6.00 pm Bannockburn every Sunday at 9.00 am Meredith at 11.00 am May 12th & 26th June 9th/23rd Anakie at 11.00 am May 5th & 19th June 2nd/16th/30th Family Mass every first Sunday of the month at 4.00 pm at Bannockburn followed by activities and food. Inverleigh every last Sunday of the month at 4.00 pm Mother’s Day Breakfast Fundraiser Saturday 11th May 2019 8.30am for 9.00 am start Clyde Park Winery, Bannockburn Guest Speakers Silent Auctions Raffles Cost: $45.00 /person OR $40.00 for a table of 10 Children 15 and under $15.00

Proceeds to St Mary MacKillop Church Building Appeal Tickets 0408 599 602 MEREDITH’S BIGGEST MORNING TEA

DATE: Thursday 6th June 2019 TIME: 11.00 am VENUE: Meredith Memorial Hall COST: $25.0 includes a glass of champagne on arrival Scrumptious Food, Great Company, Silent Auctions All for a very important cause COME ALONG & BRING YOUR FRIENDS

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 Una Miller 5265 1001

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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 6th May 2019- Monthly Meeting at Church Hall in Moore Street Bannockburn. Mothers Day theme- decorations with flowers...wear a flower for your Mum! Guest Speaker- Adrian Hurring speaking on 000 emergencies. Wednesday 15th May 1:30pm- 10am Meet at Red Dog Cafe-Bannockburn for Coffee Morning. Wednesday 29th May 2019- Meet at the Church Hall to Car-Pool to FYANSFORD PAPER MILLS (Craft Stalls, Local Art etc). Lunch to follow at Fyansford Hotel. For more info please call: President: Shirley 0447 873 763 or Secretary: Sandra 5281 5647

INVERLEIGH SING SESH

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 547 715 or Pat 0417 339 161

Tai Chi @

Teesdale Community Hall Thursday’s 9.30am phone: 0414 944 926

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

Further info: call Robyn 0408 346 222 or follow us on facebook.

Meredith And District Motor Cycle Club 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)

Take Off Weight Naturally BANNOCKBURN (Teesdale TOWN Club)

TUESDAYS 5:30pm-7:30pm

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.

St. John’s Anglican Church Hall 11 Byron Street, Bannockburn Jan: 5281 5138 / 0400 005 270 Patti: 5281 1290 / 0400 131 465

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Inverleigh and District Red Cross Monthly Meeting Dates. Meetings are held in the Inverleigh Public Hall. 8th April 2019 at 1.30pm. 17th June at 1.30pm. 12th August at 12 noon Annual Meeting. 14th October at 1.30pm. 9th December at 12 noon Xmas Lunch. Inverleigh Secretary: Cathy Altmann 0904 024 578 Chairperson Barb Meek 5281 3245.

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Inverleigh Seniors May 9th -Monthly meeting @ Inverleigh

Public Hall @ Midday for Lunch. Our Guest Speaker will be Robyn Kerdel from RACV speaking on Road Safety for Seniors. Afternoon Tea to follow.

May 23rd -Outing to Beeac Hotel for Lunch and a visit to the Lolly Shop, followed by a visit to the Cressy Historical Society, including Afternoon Tea. Meet at 11am at the Inverleigh Hall to Carpool. Contact Joy or Peter for more details.

Over 55’s who meet together twice a Month for friendship, support, activities and outings. We offer a sincere invitation to members of our community to join us for fun and outings together. A warm welcome awaits you. For Information & Bookings, please contact: Pres: Peter Trevaskis 0407 100 791 Secretary: Joy Gray 5265 1566

Bannockburn Community Plan Projects 2018-2019 Making Bannockburn an even better place to live. May 2019 Update. The Bannockburn Community Planning Group is one of several in Golden Plains Shire. We work with the Shire to improve living conditions for ratepayers. There are several areas of focus according to the interests of the members and needs within the community. Here is a summary of some of our activities. Wanted, a new editor for the former Bannockburn and District Community Newsletter. Unfortunately, BANNEWS ceased production mid 2018 when the indomitable editor Lyell Reeves took a wellearned break. He has been sadly missed and our group is offering to support a new editor. Lyell generously carried out the role on a voluntary basis but we hope to be able to set it up so the editor can receive some financial compensation for the work. We can provide funding to set up with a suitable computer, printer and software. If you could dedicate two days (at least) per month to do editorial work in the community interest please contact our secretary: Dr Carol Newlands at canewlands@ozemail.com.au or President: Beth Kershaw at bkershaw22@gmail.com

Milton St Arbours. We are now working with GPS to install plant covered shade arbours along the foot-/bike path in Milton St between the schools, adjacent to Wabdallah Reserve. These would be pleasant, shaded areas with seats where people could pause for a chat on their way to the school or play group. They will be NO SMOKING areas. Family Fun Bike Ride Saturday May 25 at 11 am. To keep the plan in the spotlight we run a couple of fun family bike rides per year and the next one will be on Saturday May 25th leaving from the carpark opposite the Teesdale Store at 11am. Keep a look out for posters. It’s a pretty easy flat ride of 12km and takes about 1.5 hours depending on the stop and chat time. It is necessary to dismount in a few places due to rocks, long grass, fallen branches or stream crossings. Contact Stuart McCallum at stuartmccallum@westnet.com.au or Mob 0438 904 961 to register your interest. It’s a fun family ride with a purpose. Golden Plains Arts Trail. Our group provided a grant of $500 to the Arts Trail team to make up a shortfall when the shire withdrew support. Stuart McCallum for the Bannockburn Community Co-ordinators.

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This crossword has been prepared by Val Robertson to fulfil the ache of many who love to play with words. We trust you will enjoy it. Solution will be in next months Leigh News.

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For over 12 years Antoinette at Allegro Dance School has worked hard to provide a fun unique experience for dance in Geelong. Having classes in three different locations to publicise and circulate her method of Dance. The one hour funky jazz, street funk and hip hop classes range from ages three to adults and are available in the suburbs of Lara, Bannockburn and Norlane. Allegro Dance School now competes in Geelong Eisteddfods. Allowing dancers to finish their successful year with an amazing concert. Families are invited to bring dinner and drinks and watch the show ‘cabaret style’. For their concert, Antoinette provides a full service of hair and make up completed by a supportive crew for her dancers. She also has a professional dressmaker who can personally measure any dancers, and designs and creates modern style costumes with Antoinette. This allows the families to feel stress-free and organised. The dancers perform to the latest tunes. The wonderful event finishes with awarding each and every dancer with their own trophy. Antoinette’s dance method focuses on balancing exercises, fun technique, co-ordination exercises and fitness exercises. She trains herself daily at a high intense level in order to help her dancers become the best they can be.... Join the Allegro Dance Crew and enrol now, you’ll love it.

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Friends of Bannockburn Bush.

C/- S. McCallum (Secretary) 17 Lowndes Rd Bannockburn. Vic 3331 Ph. 5281 1601. Email: stuartmccallum@westnet.com.au

Introduction: Many readers will be familiar with the Bannockburn and District Community Newsletter which served the region well for many years under editor Lyell Reeves. As Lyell is taking a well-earned break, we are reaching out to the Leigh News to get our message out. Please feel free to contact Stuart if you wish to make any comments re the management of the Bannockburn Reserve which runs between Harvey and Mason roads and on both sides of the Bannockburn-Shelford Rd. Check it out on Google Earth. The images have been refreshed recently and provide an excellent overview of a very important local biodiversity reserve. The Bannockburn Reserve is managed by the Ballarat Environment Network under an arrangement with DELWP, while the Inverleigh Reserve is managed by Parks Victoria. Roger Thomas is BEN’s Reserve Manager and Stuart acts as the local contact. Free Firewood; Coppicing program A major source of funding for us comes from harvesting sugar gums for firewood, posts and furniture. They were planted in the late 1940’s to 50’s. Some sections are now going through their second rotation. Following harvesting some follow up management is required to reduce the number of sprouting stems per stump to one or occasionally two. We also thin them out to compensate for reduced rainfall. They were planted during a wetter than average period. The aim is to achieve larger trunks for the next rotation.

The economics of the harvesting prohibit paid labour to do the coppicing so FOBB has initiated a system where local people may come to get firewood which is left over following the harvesting. It’s a bit short or thin to bother loading on a truck but is a perfect size for firewood and does not need to be split. People who wish to be part of the system have three options:

1. Work on coppicing under FOBB direction for two hours then you are free to collect a trailer load of wood. For this work you need a chainsaw, safety gear, a splitter or axe and a pair of big loppers. 2. Work for two hours on coppicing but don’t need wood and we will pay you $60. 3. Pay us $60 and collect a trailer load of firewood.

There is plenty of wood and plenty of work in this sustainable harvesting system. Note that we cannot take wood from the native vegetation parts of the reserve nor take wood from the piles that the harvesting contractors are curing while the bark drops. If you wish to get involved and stay warm this winter just email me at stuartmccallum@westnet.com.au and I’ll put you on our list. We can take a group out at any time except Saturday morning between 7:30 and 10:00, when Bannockburn Parkrun has exclusive use of the tracks.

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Summer Sensations Cafe & Windmill Golf 1440 Shelford Road Teesdale

Ph. 5281 5449

New Web site: www.summer-sensations.com.au

Summer Sensations Cafe is hosting the Golden Plains Art Trail on May 4th & 5th 10am to 5pm. Local Artist ROS BOSNAR will be demostrating: Water Colour Painting, Acrylic Pouring and Ink Painting. Saturday 4th May 10 - 12 Acrylic Pouring 12:30 - 2:30 Ink Painting 3 - 4:30 Water Colour Demonstration. Sunday 5th May 10 - 12 Acrylic Pouring 12:30 - 2:30 Ink Painting 3 - 4:30 Water Colour Demonstration. All Welcome. Come and enjoy a bite to eat, Tea or Coffee while watching the demonstrations.

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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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TABLE OF CONTENTS •Good Food for Thought - (and healthy growth!) •Koda •Hills Science Diet IN OTHER NEWS Progesterone Testing

We are always updating our equipment and staff training. We are very excited with the latest service we are going to be able to offer our clients. Progesterone testing is a useful tool in pinpointing ovulation and determining whelping dates. This testing will be available at the clinic in the near future. Enabling us to give test results on the spot. Arthtitis

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Good Food for Thought - (and healthy growth!) We all know the importance of a well balanced diet for good health. In dogs, particularly growing puppies, this is no different!. Puppy food is formulated to be higher in calcium, phosphorous, protein and other vital elements involved in healthy bone and muscle formation-especially in the rapid growth phase a puppy goes through.

Koda

An 8 week old husky puppy named Koda presented to us after his new owner noticed his legs were bending at the carpus (wrist) where they should be straight. Only the front legs were affected. On examination the pup was not in pain when the joints were touched, flexed or extended and the owner noted no decrease in play. Interestingly, the deformity of the limbs was not always present. When the pup was not weight bearing the owner had pictures of the pup from that morning lying down and the leg looked perfectly straight.

This was a helpful clue to the condition. A bone growth plate disturbance or a bony deformity/injury will persist regardless of whether the patient is weight bearing or not. Upon further questioning of the owner, it was discovered that although the pup had puppy food to eat, he MUCH preferred the adult dog food his new brother had on offer.

We diagnosed this puppy with a condition known as Carpal Flexural Deformity/Laxity. The condition is more common in males than females and is over-represented in medium and large breeds.

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The older our pets get, the more likely mobility issues can occur. Often these problems are provoked by the onset of colder weather. The first step in managing arthritis is to schedule an appointment for a thorough clinical examination. Various veterinary treatments are available to manage osteoarthritis in pets. Listed below are just a few we find helpful. 4Cyte Granules are an oral joint supplement with the purpose of cartilage regeneration.

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As mentioned above, puppy food contains higher levels of calcium and protein and also other minerals such as Vitamin D (helps get calcium and phosphorous from the gut into the bloodstream) and Vitamin C (helps get calcium and phosphorous from bloodstream to bone). Problems can occur when there is too much or not enough of any of these elements in the diet creating an imbalance in a growing puppy. In this puppies case, he was getting an inadequate amount of calcium in his diet, which meant his bones and tendons/ligaments were not forming correctly. Koda was prescribed a strict puppy food only diet and also controlled but increasing exercise to help load and strengthen the developing bones, ligaments and tendons. Dressing and splints are generally contraindicated since the aim is to increase muscle tone and not exacerbate muscle weakness. Large breed puppies are often fed on a ‘large breed puppy food’ until they are two years old as they are still considered to be growing this whole time. Often this diet has slightly less protein and calcium in it than a smaller breed puppy food as we don’t want the growing pup to become to heavy for their bones. Similarly, over nutrition in a large breed dog (ie feeding a puppy food too high in protein/calcium) can result in similar bent leg condition. In the case of this little puppy, the owners happily reported the pup had regained straight legs within 2 weeks of corrercting the diet and activity levels.

Cartrophen is a veterinary product that increases joint fluid production and increases blood supply to joint surfaces. Anti-inflamatory medications can also be used to help control the pain associated with arthritis. Anti-inflammatories will not slow the progression of the disease, and should be used in combination with other treatments.

Hills Science Diet We recommend the Hills range of foods for your pets. For further information and brochures call into the clinic.

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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: 8.30 am – 7.30 pm Thursday & Friday: 8.30 am – 5.30 pm Saturday: Emergency Session from 10.00 am (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, Dr David Russell and Dr Daniel McCubbery. We also offer the following services: Jessica O’Shannassy- Diabetes education; Peter Angelucci & Stephanie Bennetts- Podiatry; Vernon Kaurah- Mental Health Nurse; 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 you 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. Appointments currently available!

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DES GUINANE FCPA

PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT & TAX CONSULTANT For appointment office phone

5222 4811

or Gheringhap, Bannockburn 5281 1474 (A/H)

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BUSINESS MENTORING FREE one-on-one session with an experienced business mentor • Help and advice for your business • Ask about business planning, marketing, finance and more.

Thursday 23 May Teesdale Community Hall, 1109 Bannockburn-Shelford Road (just behind the CFA station) OR Thursday 20 June Inverleigh Public Hall, 71 High Street, Inverleigh

Bookings: Visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au/business or call Michael Cosgriff, Council’s Economic Development Officer, on 5220 7201 For other great upcoming events, including training, mentoring and networking, visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au/business

2 Pope Street, Bannockburn, Victoria 3331 5220 7111

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CITY & COUNTRY RECYCLING HAVE EXPANDED FURTHER IN GOLDEN PLAINS Now including:

GOLDEN PLAINS SKIP BIN HIRE P/L

ALL TYPES OF RUBBISH & RECYCLABLE METALS COLLECTED! including CARS & FARM CLEAN UPS Free Scrap Bins also available Call Simon on 0410 400 305 operating 7 days a week

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BASED IN THE GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE @ INVERLEIGH AND “HAVING A RED HOT GO”

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GOLF RESULTS APRIL 2019. 27th March Ladies- 2nd Rd Autumn Trophy- Stroke H. Gaylard 100-33-67, A. Rogers 93-25-68, D. Nicholls 86-13-73, S. Hofmaier 96-21-75. N.T.P. 3rd L. Johns, 8th S. Hofmaier, 15th H. Gaylard Putts D. Nicholls 24putts. 30th March Men-No Golf 3rd Apr. Ladies 1st Rd. Silver Spoon-Stroke L. Richardson 86-15-71, D. Nicholls 87-13-74, H.Garlard 107-32-75, G. Stevens 108-29-79 c/b\S. Hofmaier 100-21-79. N.T.P. 3rd S. Hofmaier, 8th D. Nicholls. Putting D. Nicholls 22 putts 6th Apr. Men- Stroke D. Brown 67 nett, J. Nicolle 73nett, S. Wemyss 76 nett. Birdie Hole 4th S. Wemyss Longest Drive J. Richardson, O/65yrs D. Brown.

10th Apr. Ladies 3rd Rd Autumn Trophy-Stroke A.Rogers 93-23-70 c/b R. Fatone 86-16-70, S. Hofmaier 94-21-73, D. Morgan 93-19-74 N.T.P. 3rd H. Gaylard, 8th D. Morgan, 15th A. Rogers. Putting D. Nicholls 22 putts. 13th Apr. Men- Stableford, 1st Rd Hogan Trophy I.Page 45 pts, G. Erwin 42pts, R. Keane 41pts. N.T.P. 15th B. Gibson Longest Drive J. Nicolle, O/65yrs T. Lee 17th Apr. Ladies 2nd Rd Robin Scot trophy- Par H. Gaylard +4, E. Rogers +3 c/b G. Stevens +3, R. Fatone +1. N.T.P. 3rd & 8th E. Rogers. Men- Stableford. T. Lee 40pts c/b R. Keane 40pts, B. Gibson 34pts. N.T.P. 15th B. Gibson. Longest Drive O/65yrs B. Gibson. 20th Apr. Men-Stableford D. Brown 36pts c/b B. Gibson 36pts, R. Keane 33pts, N.T.P. 3rd S. Wemyss, 15th B. Gibson, Longest Drive D. Mather, O/65yrs B. Gibson. 24th Apr. Ladies-Elsie Walsh 4BBB pairs. S. Brenjes & L. Richardson 42pts, D.Morgan & J. Barras 41pts. N.T.P. 3rd, 8th, 15th Dianne Morgan.

CHECKING OUR RAINFALL RECORDS If you think it has been dry this year, you would be correct, but it is not necessarily the driest on record for the area but could get the gong if the total for April doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t increase. Thanks to John and Luanne Thornton (and the Wishart family previous to them) I am able to access rainfall records at Lullote on Common Rd. Below are some records from previous years for Jan, Feb, March and April, which make very interesting reading: J F M A M J J A S O N D Total 1953 8 5.25 1.75 35.5 19.5 32 46.5 69.75 76 48.25 61.25 20 423.75 2013 0

34 8.5 8

2019 0

25.5 12

43.5 114 45 61 58.5 59.5 32.5 28 492.50

? (7.5 ml so far)

Total Rainfall for Jan, Feb, March and April each year, as follows:

1953 = 50.5 2013 = 50.5 2019 = 37.5 plus April 7.5 + ? = 45.0

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SMALL BUSINESS VICTORIA WORKSHOP

STARTING YOUR BUSINESS HOW TO TURN AN IDEA INTO A BUSINESS If you have a great business idea or are already in the early stages of starting a business, this workshop will ensure you have all the basics covered from the word go.

You will learn how to: • Test your idea, product or service • Assess your business readiness and next steps to fill gaps • Analyse your market • Decide what business structure is right for you • Understand and manage your business risks and opportunities • Prepare a business plan • Register and set up your business • Access ongoing advice and support to help your business grow • Receive free mentoring with an experienced business mentor LIMITED SPACES BOOK NOW!

Thursday 6 June at Bannockburn Cultural Centre 27 High Street, Bannockburn. 9.30am to 1pm. Cost: $20. Bookings: goldenplains.vic.gov.au/business

2 Pope Street, Bannockburn, Victoria 3331 5220 7111

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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. June Belleville 0418 324 448 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: Mrs D. Nicholls. Secretary: Dianne Morgan Phone: 5265 1575 Inverleigh Historical Society Katrina Robson 0400 527 352 Liz McDonald 5265 1270 Inverleigh Playgroup President: Suzy 0431 080 977 Secretary: Deb 0428 794 500

Victoria Park Reserve Bookings, Narelle Bogle Ph: 0438 034 313

Working Sheepdog Club Glenn Agnew 0427 325 905

MURGHEBOLUC AREA. Murgheboluc Recreation Reserve. Fiona Inglis. 0421 679 770

SES Emergency 000

SHELFORD AREA Shelford Cricket Club Andrew Clarke 0439634891 Mark Hampshire 0409428931

Windstorm and Flood 132 500 Controller: Nathan Hansford Mob: 0409 811 138

Shelford Progress Association Pres: Heather Stone 5281 3241 Sec: Glenn Jeffery 0413 317 779 TEESDALE AREA

EMERGENCY Police, Ambulance, Fire, SES

Ring 000

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 Leighdale Equestrian Centre Robyn Grixti Ph 5281 5290 or Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012 Leighdale Pony Club Inc. Pres: Tom McCann 5265 1169 Sec: Sue Moran 0437 914 454 Teesdale Branch Liberal Party Charlie Hartup 5281 5222

LifeLine 5222 2233 or 13 11 14 B’burn Surgery 5281 1481 B’burn Vet 5281 1221 B’burn Taxi 5281 1777 Barwon Water 1300 656 007 Power Failure 13 24 12 Geelong Hospital Accident & Emergency 5226 7564 Golden Plains Equine Vets 0437 467 097

Inverleigh Progress Assoc. President:Hilary Hamilton 5265 1384 Secretary: Luanne Thornton 5265 1256

Teesdale Cricket Club Alister Woods. 0439 395 456 Teesdale Pre School Mandy Bartlett. 5281 5488

Wildlife Rescue 0500 540 000

Inverleigh Riding Club Leighdale Equestrian Centre Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012

Teesdale Sporting Complex Mrs Kay Hower. 5281 5389

Women’s Domestic Violence Crisis Service 1800 015 188

Inverleigh RSL Sub-Branch Pres. Malcom Johns. 5281 5253

Teesdale Tennis Club Mrs Judy Evans. 5281 5328

Leigh District Landcare Group Sec: Maxine Campbell 5265 1210 Leigh District Riding Club Leesa Phone 5265 1024

Golden Plains Medical Centre 5281 2320

Shire Ranger 5220 7111

Teesdale Community Hall Dale Smithyman 5281 5486 Teesdale TOWN Club (Take off Weight Naturally) Jan Pope Ph: 5281 5138

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