Tatura Bulletin July 2023

MES AMOURS BOUTIQUE HOSTS TINY TAILS

School Holidays make for a fun filled time in Tatura when local animal and reptile business Tiny Tails joins with Mes Amours Boutique to offer kids educational and activity experiences.

Mes Amours Boutique, located in Hogan Street

Tatura has a multi-purpose room suitable for kid’s activities, popup space and other community services which is available to hire for a fee.

Tiny Tails, owned by Sharon, has enjoyed

collaborating with Mes Amours Boutique to offer a number of kids animal and reptile education sessions and the June school holidays proved to be hugely popular with all four sessions completely booked out.

Sharon does a fantastic job of teaching the kids about each animal, as well as assisting them to hold and feed the animals. The experience offered by Tiny Tails is the perfect indoor holiday activity but also allows for a taste of what this wonderful Tatura business has to offer for your next party or event.

Contact Sharon from Tiny Tails via email TinyTailsaus@outlook.com for further information about their programs and event packages.

For more information on the hire of the multi-purpose room at Mes Amours Boutique, contact Kirsty Richardson on 0409 968 125.

YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY BULLETIN PROUDLY RUN BY VOLUNTEERS FOR OVER 39 YEARS

COMING EVENTS

HIGH TEA

The Tatura Community House High Tea will be held at the 'Olive & Vine' on Tuesday 8 August 10.30am - 12.00 noon

Cost $15.00

Bookings Essential - 5824 1315

TRANSTION TATURA SHORT FILM FESTIVAL

Mechanic's Institute Hall, 75 Hogan Street, Tatura on Saturday, August 26th from 9.30am to 3.30pm

See article in this issue.

CWA GOULBURN VALLEY WEST GROUP EXHIBITION

Victory Hall

Hogan Street Tatura

Sunday 10 September.

LADIES WHO LUNCH

This is a reimagination of the well-loved Pink Ribbon Breakfast

Sunday 29 October 2023

Eastbank, Shepparton

See article in this issue.

TAT200

Yes, it is back!

November 25, 2023

Further information to follow

MERRIGUM HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The Merrigum Museum is open on the second Saturday of each month 10am to 3pm. Other times by arrangement. Entry Adults $5.00 each Children $2.00 Group Bookings welcome. Ph. Flo on 5855 2330

TATURA HOSPITAL & PARKVILLA AGED CARE FACILITY LADIES AUXILIARY

The Annual Meeting of the Ladies Auxiliary will be held at St Mary’s Hall, Hogan Street on Thursday 27 July 2023 at 2pm Guest Speaker: Claire Ewart-Kennedy from the GV Health Foundation Afternoon Tea provided All Welcome Janice Dreyer, President Ph 0431 777 830

RAFFLE

The Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla Ladies Auxiliary is holding a raffle in July, to be drawn at the AGM on Thursday 27 July. Tickets for the three prizes will be the usual $2 each or 3 for $5. We, as a small group, work as much as we can to raise funds to support our local hospital so very much appreciate everyone who helps us. With that in mind, we ask that you purchase one or more tickets when you see them being sold in the main street.

BULLETIN AGM

The Annual General Meeting of the Tatura Area Community Bulletin Inc. will be held at the Bulletin office in Hogan Street at 7pm on Tuesday 1 August 2023. All welcome

JOHN'S SHORT STORIES

If you want access to John’s Short Stories for free, please go to johnkriesfeld.substack.com and register.

DAD JOKES

Which days are the strongest? Saturday and Sunday. The rest are weekdays.

I tell dad jokes but I have no kids...I'm a faux pa!

Can February march? No, but April may!

I just watched all the Harry Potter movies back-to-back with a friend. It maybe wasn't the best idea, because it meant I couldn't see the TV.

A cheese factory exploded in France. Da brie is everywhere!

I'm so good at sleeping I can do it with my eyes closed!

My uncle named his dogs Rolex and Timex. They're his watch dogs!

Did you hear about the restaurent on the moon? Great food, no atmosphere!

Why couldn't the astronaut land on the moon? Because it was full!

If towles could tell jokes, I think they would have a very dry sense of humour.

Imagine if you walked into a bar and there was a long line of people waiting to take a swing at you. That's the punch line.

Why do bees have sticky hair? Because they use a honeycomb.

OLIVE & VINE CAFE

Due to repairs to be carried out following the storm, the Olive & Vine Café is closed until further notice.

TATURA MENS SHED

The Tatura Men’s Shed is open on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9am. Don’t forget the Tuesday lunches. Drop in for a chat and a cuppa on these days.

Tatura Area Community Bulletin

RODNEY CWA

Due to school holidays, there were only four girls at the July meeting. They enjoyed a puzzle night.

Similarly, as many of our members are away during winter, our July meeting is more casual with lunch at a café in Mooroopna. Here is the photo of Pam Wells’ “Quilt of Valour” from June, with Lynne, Gwen, Pam and Janette.

Many members are entering the CWA State Creative Arts Exhibition which is being held at the end of July in St Arnaud. Our GV West Creative Arts Exhibition will follow on September 10 in Tatura.

For August 10, we meet at the Tatura Bowls Clubrooms at 1:30 pm; the competition is ‘Memorabilia of Queen Elizabeth II’. All are welcome. Beatrice Greaves, Publicity.

LAKE BARTLETT

So good to see the children enjoying the lake again. Many thanks to the Shepparton Shire for cleaning up the lake.

Transition Tatura Presents:

We specialise in starter and alternator repairs or replacements

• Supply & Installation of electric braking units

• Anderson plug wiring for Caravans & Trailers

• Dual Batteries Systems

• Solar Panels & Regulators

• Wide range of LED Light Bars & LED Driving Lights

• Onsite Service

• Guest Chefs and Induction Cooking demo

• Guest Speakers

• Numerous short films

• Morning Tea, Lunch and nibbles

LEARN ABOUT:

• Saving money in these challenging time

• Induction cooking and cooktops

• All Electric Living

• Conserving and using less energy

• Getting of Gas

• Food Waste and Composting

A DAY OF INSPIRING CONVERSATIONS & FILMS

SATURDAY 26TH AUGUST 2023

9.30am to 3.30pm

Venue: Mechanic’s Institute Hall. 75 Hogan Street, Tatura, Victoria, 3616

In 2023, Transition Tatura has challenged the school children of the Goulburn Valley with a competition to create a Work of Art on the following topic;

competition are;

The categories

“Green Energy or Brown”

Quilt of Valour

Children Fishing

TATURA FIRE BRIGADE

Tatura Fire Brigade is asking for a few minutes of your time. With these few minutes you can help save not only your house, but those of your neighbours as well.

Located on or near your nature strip is a fire hydrant or ground plug.

Should a fire break out on your property or a neighbouring property, it is essential that firefighters can gain quick access to it.

Ground plugs are identified by a white marker post with an angled red top pointing down in the direction of the plug location.

If you find these marker posts damaged or missing, please report it to the City of Greater Shepparton Council on 5832 9700 or online to greatershepparton.com.au Report an issue

Tatura Physiotherapy Clinic

85 Hogan Street, Tatura

Lisa M. Cullum

Opening HOurs:

Monday : 8:30am – 4pm Tuesday: closed Wednesday: 8:30am – 4pm Thursday: closed Friday: 8:30am – 12noon

From July Tatura Physiotherapy Clinic will be open the first Thursday evening of the month 5-8pm and closed on the Friday.

For an appointment phone 5824 2889

DO YOU HAVE A FAVOURITE TREE?

GV Tree Nursery would like to hear from any Tatura community members who know of a special tree that they believe deserves a nomination for the Significant Tree Register (Vic).

The National Trust is collaborating to create the Significant Tree Register. A recent search of the register revealed that Tatura is one of the only local towns that have not registered any of our special trees. GV Tree Nursery is offering to support the Tatura community to address this omission as we feel there must be a tree or two worth acknowledging in our local area. Trees may be in a public place, private garden or on farmland.

What would a tree have to exhibit for it to be recognised as a significant tree, I hear you ask? It may be:

• Outstanding for its size.

• Associated with aboriginal activities.

• A species or variety that is rare or of a very localised distribution.

• An important source of seed or propagating stock.

• Part of a commemorative planting.

• Exhibiting curious growth form or physical features.

• Remnant native vegetation, or it could just be a really great looking tree! What information is needed to make a nomination? You need some data before your nomination can be assessed:

• species identification, if possible

• tree height

• tree canopy spread

• tree trunk circumference

• tree age estimate

• photos: whole tree, bark, foliage, nuts/fruits/ flowers if any

• location details

• historical information about the tree, if known. If there is a tree that you love and believe would be a great candidate, we can help you with the nomination process.

Contact us at the GV Tree Nursery, 6 Kerferd St, Tatura on Tues and Sat mornings and we can discuss your choice.

Heritage Trust:

Over 2,000 significant tree records, have been compiled over 30 years by the National Trusts across Australia. These records represent over 25,000 trees around the country. Once confined to paper files and clunky databases, these records have now been updated by volunteers and loaded into the new National Trusts of Australia Register of Significant Trees website at www.trusttrees.org.au.

Take pleasure and delight in your role as custodian of a special tree, knowing your stewardship positions the next generation of custodians to follow in your footsteps. Our stocks of trees and plants are selling fast so pop in and see us before you miss out.

- Deb Lynch

TATURA LIONS CLUB

PDG Bruce McLeod from the Tatura Lions Club was honoured recently with receiving Life Membership into the Past District Governors Association.

Bruce has served his club and district for over 45 years. Well done, Bruce! The Lions Club have also been cooking up a storm at recent events. They cooked up an enormous sausage sizzle at the recent Environment Council Day in Shepparton.

The day was free for all the kids where they learnt how to manage recycling and good waste management. They also supplied a BBQ at the recent Race Meeting held at the Tatura Race Club on Friday 16th June.

Bruce McLeod

At the Environment Day

Tatura Race Club

TATURA ROTARY CLUB

Bega Cheese Community Contribution

Tatura residents should have noticed there is a major fundraiser underway to install outdoor exercise equipment in our town. The Rotary Club and many other community groups and businesses have made a big effort to raise funds for the project and we have well over $20,000. The Bega Cheese company has a special relationship with Tatura and was the first to get on board with a promise of $5,000. The Executive Chairman of Bega, Barry Irvin was in our town on June 28 and took the opportunity to present the funds to Rotary Club members Tom Perry and Richard Graves.

We now aim to use those funds to add weight and lever further funding from other sources that support rural and regional development. Shepparton Council has supported the project by promising to insure and maintain the asset once it is installed.

TRANSITION TATURA

SHORT FILM FESTIVAL

The Transition Tatura annual short film festival is now in its’ tenth year! The Communities Shaping the Future Festivals have now become so much more than just films. With both guest speakers and films, we always focus on the main topic our group has chosen for the year but one of the other main goals of the event is to champion local community and neighbourhoods, enhancing the community and raising awareness of climate change within the community so we can all tackle climactic changes at a local level. This also allows our local communities to become more resilient to future changes and traumas that will come (have already come!).

The festival this year, Communities Shaping the Future: All Electric Cooking, will be held at the Mechanic’s Institute Hall, 75 Hogan Street, Tatura on Saturday, August 26th from 9.30am to 3.30pm. There will be endless tea and coffee starting from 9.30am, nibbles and lunch provided. Tickets are available from Ticketbooth (https://events.ticketbooth.com. au/event/communities-shaping-the-future-all-electric-cooking) ($20.00 for adults and $7.00 for children under 12 {plus booking fee}) although tickets can also be purchased on the day for $25.00 / $10.00.

Along with short films, many exciting speakers, electric cars to inspect and a Trash Sorting Game, our drawcard will be Tatura’s own Masterchef contestant, Matt Hopcraft, who will demonstrate cooking with induction cooktops and looking at Zero Waste Recipes along with the Waste Team from Greater Shepparton City Council. There will also be information on the benefits of all electric living and we are also very happy to have Freja Leonard from Friends of the Earth join us who will inspire us all to Get off Gas and transition to cleaner and more efficient energy sources.

Transition Tatura once again challenged the school children of the Goulburn Valley (Victoria, Australia) with an Art competition to create a Work of Art on the following topic;

“Green Energy or Brown”

The categories of art for this competition are Visual Art, Performance Art, Literature and Media Arts. You can meet the local young Artists and admire their endeavours, along with Q&A from 2.00 to 3.00pm. Entry to the Schools Art Challenge Presentation is free but we would appreciate that you register on Ticketbooth site before the event so we know how many people will attend.

Transition Tatura would like to acknowledge the valuable and most welcome assistance and support from the Greater Shepparton City Council and Tatura Dental Care for making the day possible.

For further information on either of these events or Transition Tatura in general, contact Ross Musolino 0407 845 247 or check-out our Facebook Page: Transition Towns Tatura

Transition Tatura, a not-for-profit collective of like-minded people, plans and supports community guided responses to climate change and shrinking supplies of cheap energy. Through localisation, energy reduction and community strengthening, our goal is for Tatura and all populations to transition to resilient communities that can readily respond to the challenges and dangers of climate change and oil depletion.

Launched in the UK in 2006, Transition Initiatives have grown to include towns and communities across the world. Transition Tatura is the 397th official Transition Initiative.

- Sam Lolicato, Rotary Club of Tatura

Barry Irvin presenting the cheque

SACRED HEART SCHOOL

On Friday June 16, we celebrated the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This is our school's Feast Day; we also know it as Founders Day. We are a Mercy school; the Mercy Sisters established our school many years ago. Sister Pam Barlow and Sister Eileen Riordan attended our Mass and shared their story as Mercy Sisters. We visited the convent where Sister Eileen used to live. We also had Marlie Kelly come to talk and share with us the work of Vinnies. - Eliza A. Year 6

On Sacred Heart Feast Day, our whole school participated in fun sports activities: egg and spoon race, wheelbarrow race, the parachute, quoits, sack race and three-legged race. Children were in their house groups so there were students from Foundation to Year 6.

It was marvellous to see people helping and encouraging others, especially those who were not keen to do certain activities. Everyone had fun and it was good to try different activities and being with our brothers or sisters. Even the people who are not super interested in sport still had a go showing the PBIS value of resilience. - The Year 6 Sports Leadership Team - Seb, Ella, Char, Nate and Annaliese.

The Sports Activities

Celebrating Feast Day

HARSTON CWA

Once again, the Harston ladies enjoyed their meeting over a cup of tea and homemade biscuits. President Mrs Glenys Eberle opened the meeting with all reciting the CWA Collect, all members were present, with the acceptance of the apologies for Mrs Margaret Donaldson, Mrs Mary McGrath, Mrs Marie Wright, and Mrs Irene Gale. Our next meeting, in August, will be held at Moyola Aged care.

The Harston Branch is to host the CWA Group Craft on Wednesday July 19th at the community centre. This is a social gathering with the ladies from the other local CWA branches to catch up, have a chat over a coffee, and hopefully learn something new, in-between the demonstrations.

The Goulburn Valley West Group Conference will be held on 24th August 2023 at the Harston Hall.

Correspondence was centred on the upcoming CWA Goulburn Valley West Group Exhibition to be held at the Victory Hall, in Hogan Street Tatura on Sunday 10th September 2023. The CWA members have been busy working on their entries of handcraft, sewing, photography, and cooking skills. The Harston branch is discussing their branch entry with the criteria being Father’s Day. Five items for the Branch table, and five small items. I cannot say too much, as it might give our ideas away to the others.

Mrs Margaret Chance presented Mrs. Glenys Eberle and Mrs Lucy Harper with their Birthday flowers.

The monthly branch raffle was won by Mrs Jennifer Corrigan. The points for the Monthly Flower Bloom went to 1st Mrs Margaret Chance, 2nd Mrs Freda Clement, and 3rd Mrs Josie Watson. The Monthly competition was for any Pot holder, with 1st Mrs Lucy Harper, 2nd Mrs Margaret Chance and 3rd Mrs Josie Watson. The competition for August is bring your item along for the branch table.

The Harston Branch members were saddened to learn of the passing of the Tatura NAB Bank. It appears to be a sign of our time, where Bank shareholders are more important than customers.

The content of this report may well be that of the opinion of the author.

In CWA Friendship

Mrs. Marilyn Pell, CWA Harston Branch member.

TATURA COMMUNITY HOUSE

High Tea is back Tuesday August 8.

High Tea @ Olive & Vine – A great Tatura Community House tradition! We invite you to bring some friends and dine in elegance while savouring an assortment of treats made specially for you. Please ring the community house to book your spot 5824 1315.

When: Tuesday, August 8, 10:30am – 12:00pm at Olive & Vine, 115 Hogan Street, Tatura

Cost: $15 per person

Get Tech Savvy with “Digital Essentials” – Enrolments still open! Digital Essentials started on Thursday 13th July from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Would you like to learn the basics of how to operate your smartphone or tablet in a small and friendly group setting with plenty of time to learn and apply your knowledge straight asway? Then these 10-session classes are the thing for you! Each session is three hours, course fee is $130 full fee and $103 concession. Please call the community house to register for this class 5824 1315.

Join our group “Be Creative with Bianca” on Wednesday mornings

Join us for a creative, relaxing and inspiring art & crafts group on Wednesday mornings from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Bianca will introduce you to different aspects of creativity and art, including mosaic, 3D painting, mandalas, patterns, scrapbooking and more. We accommodate all abilities; support workers are welcome to attend. Fee for 9 sessions $50, materials included. Please register for this group 5824 1315.

Power Saving Bonus – every household is eligible! Get $250 in ten minutes!

The community house can process your power saving bonus application quickly and ensure that all documents are uploaded. Bookings essential – 5824 1315.

Victorian Sick Pay Guarantee – up to 38 hours of sick pay for casual workers paid by the Victorian Government!

If you are a casual worker in hospitality, food trades and food preparation, supermarkets, retail or sale, aged care and disability, cleaning and laundry, then you may be entitled to 38 hours of paid sick pay per year. You need to work an average of 7.6 hours or more per week, be older than 15 years and work in Victoria. The community house can register you and support you in claiming your sick pay. Bookings essential – 5824 1315.

Women’s Health Clinic – FREE/BULK BILLING

In partnership with GV Health, a Women’s Health Clinic will be available at the Community House for women and LGBTIQA+ people of all ages. The clinic will provide information, support, clinical services ad appropriate specialist referral services in an informal and relaxed environment. The clinic runs every first Tuesday of the month from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Give us a call.

Coming Soon – Tatura Community House Walkway Gallery –Volunteers needed

We are transforming our hallways and foyer into a community gallery. We are looking for art loving volunteers for the gallery committee. Give us a call to inquire and have a chat.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - If you would like to get involved, give the Community House a call on 5824 1315.

ROOKIE BOWLS AT TATURA PRIMARY SCHOOL

Tatura Primary School grades 4 to 6 undertook a school-based bowls program instigated by Bowls Australia known as Rookie Rollers. With lesson plans and a bowls resource kit, the children over an extended period, learnt bowls basics with a myriad of games to play, all designed to engage the children in fun sporting activities.

After their lessons, conducted over at least four sessions, the children journeyed to the Tatura Bowls Club where local club lawn bowlers Col Johnson, John Crilly, Seth Tziros and Terry Gale had a number of fun activities in play with genuine biased bowls. The four school groups attended in groups of around 18, with 70 school children participating on the day. Appreciation for the Tatura Bowls Club's support and conducting the day's activities was expressed by all the school groups.

- John Crilly

ULTRA MARATHON RUNNER

If you thought running a marathon would be hard enough spare a thought for Susanna Turpin. Susanna recently completed the Brisbane Ultra® Spartan ® Marathon – a distance of 110km.

The Brisbane Trail Ultra® marathon is the toughest trail running event in Queensland. It is the only event in Australia to be part of the prestigious Spartan® Trail World Championship.

The course is massive with 4790 meters of vertical gain and loss for the 110 km. The Brisbane Trail Ultra® marathon 110 km course follows single trails into virgin sub-tropical rainforests with jaw-dropping views over the Samford Valley, Moreton Island, Glass House Mountains, Main Range National Park. All trail runners were required to qualify for the

event by completing one or more of a number of events prior to entering this run. Susanna’s training included regular long runs around this district as well as the Melbourne Marathon and a run along the Great Ocean Road.

Susanna completed the run in 24 hours and 49 minutes, starting early Saturday morning, running through the night and finishing around 7am Sunday. Of the 39 participants in the marathon Susanna came in 35th and was 9th in the field of 10 females

Susanna has also completed a number of Pier to Pub swimming events along with the Mountain to Surf which is also held at Lorne.

Now she is taking a well-earned break while contemplating her next goal.

All we can say is “Well Done Susanna”.

Lois Orr

Rookie Rollers

Susanna at the Finish Line

Transition Tatura Presents:

• Guest Chefs and Induction Cooking demo

• Guest Speakers

• Numerous short films

• Morning Tea, Lunch and nibbles

LEARN ABOUT:

• Saving money in these challenging time

• Induction cooking and cooktops

• All Electric Living

• Conserving and using less energy

• Getting of Gas

• Food Waste and Composting

A DAY OF INSPIRING CONVERSATIONS & FILMS

SATURDAY 26TH AUGUST 2023

9.30am to 3.30pm

Venue: Mechanic’s Institute Hall.

75 Hogan Street, Tatura, Victoria, 3616

In 2023, Transition Tatura has challenged the school children of the Goulburn Valley with a competition to create a Work of Art on the following topic;

The categories of art for this competition are;

- Visual Art (painting, drawing, sculpture, fashion design, etc.)

- Performance Art (dance, theatre, song, music, etc.)

- Literature (poetry, story, etc.)

- Media Arts (film, animation, computers, etc.)

Meet many of the local young Artists and admire their endeavours in the afternoon session. Q&A from 2.00pm to 3.00pm

Tickets

● $22.00 online / $25.00 at the door

● register at www.ticketbooth.com.au (from July 28)

● Contact: Ross 0407 845 247 for further information

: Transition Towns Tatura

“Green Energy or Brown”

LIBRARY NEWS

Community art project for peace.

You can help Goulburn Valley Libraries contribute to the International Day of Peace by making origami paper cranes. Help us reach the target of 1,000 paper cranes: come along to one of our paper crane-making events or make them at home and drop them off to your local library.

Paper cranes originate in the ancient Japanese tradition of origami or paper folding. Today they are known as a symbol of peace. The connection between paper cranes and peace can be traced back to a young girl named Sadako Sasaki, who died of leukemia ten years after the atomic bombing. Her story is best known through the book Sadako and the thousand paper cranes by Eleanor Corr. Sadako's death triggered a campaign to build a monument to pray for world peace and in memory of children that died because of the bombing. Later, this story spread to the world and now approximately 10 million cranes are sent each year to the Children's Peace Monument.

We will display all cranes made until Thursday 29th September before sending them to Japan where they will be placed at the Children's Peace Monument that stands in Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima.

“We would like to see as many paper cranes as possible made and on display by the 21st of September, the International Day of Peace” says Bronwyn Cole, Program Co-ordinator for Goulburn Valley Libraries. “We want people from all our communities to contribute and then come in to see the display of what we hope will be thousands of paper cranes. Community members can make one paper crane or hundreds. Our libraries will be hosting origami crane making sessions throughout August and September so even if you have never made

one before you will be able to contribute to the project”. Paper cranes can be dropped off at any Goulburn Valley Libraries branch, or to the Mobile Library from Tuesday, August 1 until Thursday, September 21, the International Day of Peace. The paper cranes can be made out of any paper, but squares should be no larger than 15cm by 15cm.

If you would like to join us at one of the origami paper crane-making sessions in the library, please contact Goulburn Valley Libraries on 1300 374 765 or drop into your local branch. For more details about this community art project check out the Goulburn Valley Libraries website www.gvlibraries.com.au.

For more information:

Bronwyn Cole

Program Co-ordinator, Goulburn Valley Libraries

Tel: 1300 374 765

Email: bronwync@gvlibraries.com.au

NEW NDIS SUPPORT WORKER

Andrew Chadwick is a Tatura resident who has recently started as an independent NDIS Support Worker. He’s a Kiwi who married into the local area and enjoys getting involved within our community. Andrew enjoys chatting with people of all backgrounds, listening to their story, and looking for opportunities to help. You may find him serving on the barista team at Generations Church, doing school drop off, or at Tatura library supporting our local literacy/numeracy tutoring program run for primary age students through Tatura Community House.

Andrew primarily works alongside Tatura based NDIS participants with intellectual disabilities ranging from high school age to adults. He is available to assist participants in achieving their specific NDIS plan goals, such as developing culinary skills to attain a greater level of independence; and also, their broad plan goals which focus on capacity building skillsets, such as problem solving, or increasing confidence/resilience. Andrew enjoys collaborating with a participant and their advocates to develop unique, tailored, and specific, positive outcomes aligned to the participants goals, relevant personal circumstances, interests, and preferences. If you would like to work alongside a Tatura local caring for NDIS participants, get in contact with Andrew today at: www.andrewchadwick. com.au

Andrew Chadwick

Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm

Saturday 10am -12:30pm

Ph: 03 5824 3059

Mob: 0493 074 805

Email: opshop@generations.org.au

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Giving attention to what matters to NDIS participants

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• Participation in social and economic activities

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• Budgeting and money management

• Budgeting and money management

• Daily activities

• Daily activities

• Public transport navigation

Tatura | Mooroopna | Shepparton

Paper Crane

begun each Sunday by thanking God for the opportunity and freedom to meet together. I never once thought that this would change in a peaceful democratic country like Australia. These are exceptional times.

AREA BULLETIN, July 2023

10b – Baby Scoring.

50 YEARS AGO

JAN DUNLOP IS TOPS

Mrs Jan Dunlop was last week chosen as Sportsman of the Year in the Sherbourne Apex Award sponsored by Carlton and United Breweries. This culminates an impressive golfing record. Jan was nominated for the award by Hill Top Golf Associates.

FOOTBALL

needs…

After what could have been a disastrous beginning when they were down four goals to nothing, Tatura tightened up after half time and, with their handball and general teamwork shifting into top gear, they ran out good winners of a danger game at Tongala.

B P Hansen, W Moore, P Connors

HB E Grey, A Serra, R Morris

C J Hicks, T Tamburro, E Antonio

HF A Crawford, R Doolan, A Harding

F R Stammers, R Downie, F McMahon

Foll F Houlihan, N Smith

Rover B Birrell 19th S Cohen, 20th G Thomas

Whilst I understand the absolute necessity to protect one another from COVID-19 and ‘flatten the curve’, it is still extraordinary and unsettling to know that at a time when people are afraid, frustrated, worried and looking for answers, our church doors are shut. And yet… our church community remains active. Our message of hope in Christ and our love for community is being spread in new ways. All our parishioners are praying for our families and friends, our church, our town, our nation and the world. The leaders of our pastoral care groups call and check in on assigned members of the congregation every week, to see how they are and if they need any help. As the Minister, I also call a number of different parishioners each week to offer pastoral care and prayer.

Goal kickers: R Downie 4, F McMahon 2, T Tamburro 2, N Smith, F Houlihan, R Doolan, A Crawford.Best: A Serra, B Birrell, T Antonio, T Tamburro, W Moore, F Houlihan,

100 GAMES ROSS STAMMERS

Next Saturday Ross Stammers will play his 100th game for Tatura Football Club. Ross, who has played in many positions for the Club, is a real true-blue Bulldog as he has played all his football with Tatura. Ross started with the Thirds and moved his way up to the Seniors and is one of the Clubs most experienced and valuable footballers.

TON FOR PAUL

Another Tatura stalwart plays his 100th Senior game for Tatura on Saturday, stout defender Paul Hanson. It was not exactly a swap, but Ken Yeates went to Stanhope from Tatura about the same time Paul came to Tatura from Stanhope.

BUSINESS CHANGE

Every Sunday we upload an audio and transcript of the sermon to our website (https:// allsaintstatura.org.au/sermon/). We also produce a weekly newsletter which includes encouraging news, stories and photos from parishioners spending their days at home. For those at home with kids or grandkids, we put together a weekly ‘Little Saints’ kids pack which includes a kids bible teaching and some simple crafts to do as a family at home. The sermon, newsletter and kids pack are emailed to the congregation and for those who do not have internet access, is printed and left in letterboxes.

A Tatura business is changing hands with Mr Bruce Minns about to take over the timber and hardware business conducted for many years by Mr Ed Mitchell (Judy Forster’s dad)

CONFIRMATION

Over the Easter weekend, George Ferguson and I placed artwork by one of our parishioners, Kate Peachey, on display outside the church building along with three crosses. The portraits captured Jesus’ journey to the cross and his resurrection. We chose to put up this display

Wayne, son of Mr and Mrs Don Tavener, who is a pupil of the Victorian School for the Deaf Children was confirmed by the Most Reverend Dr F

in Tatura, praying for you and believing we

0–2. Struggle Street. Don’t feel too bad. In order for people to live on Bland Street, somebody has to be worse than that and I’m sorry to say that’s you. On the other hand, if you had guessed (c) for every answer you would have gotten four correct so perhaps you were just unlucky.

by Andy Crawford

Woods, Primate of Australia, at the Chapel for the Deaf in East Melbourne. His parents and Godparents, Mr and Mrs Ray Tavener, travelled to Melbourne for the occasion.

ENGAGEMENT

3-5. Bland Street. The majority of the population fall into this category. After all, average is both normal and safe. If you stand out from the crowd you become a tall poppy and we know what happens to them so rejoice in your ordinariness.

Mr and Mrs Ian Stone are very happy to announce the engagement of their daughter, Wendy, to Chris, the son of Mr and Mrs Eric Sessions of Dhurringile. (currently retired in Tatura)

SUDDEN DEATH OF MR GERRY MALONEY

6-7. Above Average (sort of). Well done on another abnormal performance. If you were normal you would have been living on Bland Street and being called unexceptional. So, according to the Oxford dictionary, you are exceptional, irregular and deviating from type. Ask your friends if that sounds like you.

People of Tatura and many areas throughout the Goulburn Valley and beyond were shocked and saddened to learn of the death, suddenly, in Melbourne of Mr Gerry Maloney.

Mr Maloney, who had a long association with the sport of horse racing was President of the Tatura Racing Club when the Licences Board decreed that horseracing in the Goulburn Valley should be conducted at one centre. When the decision favoured racing at Tatura racecourse he became President of the amalgamated race clubs, Goulburn Valley Race Club and Tatura Racing Club. Evidence of the tremendously high esteem in which Mr Maloney was held, was shown with hundreds of people attending the biggest funeral seen in Tatura in living memory.

8-9. Smarty Pants. Excellent. Congratulations! You’re smarter than 95% of the population. Whether you choose to believe statistic is up to you. Oh, you do believe it. I thought you might. However, it also means you’re not as smart as 5%. Oh, I see. You don’t believe that particular statistic. 10. Genius. Every question correct! Go you! Lucky for you it was multiple choice because there were a couple you weren’t too sure about, weren’t there? However, you now have a month to bask in the glory by asking other people how they did on the quiz.

CARPET BOWLS

Tatura carpet bowls teams had the better of their pennant encounters on Tuesday night when the Whites and Greens were successful and only the Golds went down. Three sections were made up of 23 teams.

Presently only 6 teams playing pennant)

HILL TOP BOWLS TOPICS

Congratulations to the winners and also the also rans. Sunday men’s triples was taken out by, wait for it, Harold Payten, Mick O’Reilly and Clarrie Wheeler. If these boys are going to keep this form up, I’ll have to get their names on a rubber stamp to save writing them all the time. They won the trophy from Fred Perry, George Coombs and Eddie Lockwood. At the General Committee meeting it was unanimously decided to enter a B Grade pennant team for the 1973-74 season.

GIRL GUIDES ANNUAL MEETING

Office bearers were elected for the coming year with positions filled as follows: President Mrs Francis Wright, Secretary Mrs Elaine Lowe, Treasurer Mrs Heather Donaldson, Senior Vice President Mrs Anne Eike, Junior Vice President Mrs Margaret Normington, Badge Secretary Mrs Thelma Hatherley and Publicity Officer Mrs Yvonne Harper.

AND THE ROOF FELL IN

If I had $10.00 for every time someone said to me, “The roof will fall in if I was to come to church,” I’d have no fear for the future finances of the little congregations that I care for.

It’s a statement I hear many times, every year in my ministry work and even more often as I stand around the firepit after a beer or two, talking about life and what matters. Often the statement is made because they have responded to something I’ve written or said. Sometimes it’s because of something that has been happening in their lives or those they love. Somehow the implied next step forward involves going to church. I’m not sure why, but it does, and the defensive response is, “The roof will fall in…”

I actually raised the issue with one of my colleagues, who knows a lot more about the workings of the church hierarchy, to see if we couldn’t get a special clause inserted into our insurance for such an occurrence. Something like, “this church building and its contents, including injury to other people in attendance, are insured for damage in the event of the roof falling in because unworthy persons entered the building.”

The problem with this is that the insurance companies are bound to see such an event as an “Act of God” and therefore not covered. The term ‘Acts of God’ refers to events that are beyond human control and are not caused by any human activity. Examples of such events include earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, lightning strikes, volcanic eruptions, and other natural catastrophes. When an insurance policy includes an acts of God clause, it means that the insurer will not be responsible for covering losses or damages resulting from these specific events. The rationale behind this clause is that insurers cannot reasonably predict or prevent such occurrences, and they are considered inevitable and unavoidable forces.

So, I suppose that if the roof did fall in because of an unexpected visitor, the insurance company would play that card. By the way this is terrible theology, it represents a view of God that I find abhorrent. But that is for another day.

And then there are funeral services. These are apparently an exception to

the rule, because often this will be a funeral for a ‘roof will fall in’ person and large numbers of my ‘roof will fall in’ people will attend the funeral without incident. Invariably when I am called upon to conduct the funeral for a someone like this, I am struck by their life story. No, I am moved by their life story. I am saddened that I didn’t know them more and I believe that the church was the poorer for them not being part of the worshipping community. I find myself saying without qualification, “This was a good person. Not perfect but good. You’d like to have known them better. You were privileged to have been loved by them. And God loves them!”

They didn’t need to come to church. But the church was poorer for their absence, and I do believe that they would have found their lives enriched as well.

We live in an economic culture that relies on making us feel less than enough without this or that product or new thing that they are trying to sell us. Too often we find ourselves surrounded by people who bring us down, constantly criticizing and belittling us. These can make us question our worth, even when we know deep down that we are valuable and loveable. It can feel like we're failing even when we're succeeding. But the answer to these negative influences isn't just surrounding ourselves with people who constantly praise us and sugarcoat everything. It's about finding equals who are both generous and honest. People who are broken, people who are recovering, people who are feeding their soul with words and ideas that affirm life.

Jesus love for the outsiders, the “tax collectors and sinners” as they are often referred to, is a constant refrain in the gospel story. He ate and drank in their homes; he told stories about them as models of Christian behaviour (e.g., The good Samaritan); models of how to pray (“God, be merciful to me a sinner.”); and he recruited them into his inner circle of followers. The only time the roof fell in on one of his gatherings was when Jesus was teaching in a house that was so crowded, no-one else could get in. Some people had brought along a friend who was paralysed in the hope that Jesus might heal him. When they couldn’t get inside by the door, they went up unto the roof and “they removed the roof above him; and after having dug through it, they let down the mat on which the paralytic lay.” (Mark 2:4)

That’s the only time the roof fell in, it wasn’t an Act of God, but what happened next was.

And it was good news!

- Brian Spencer, Minister, Tatura Uniting Church

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VOLUNTEERING

Calling all residents of Tatura!

Did you know that volunteering is the heartbeat of our vibrant town? It's time to shine a light on the incredible impact volunteering has on our community. From supporting local organizations to fostering social connections, volunteering in Tatura plays a crucial role in creating a stronger and more inclusive place for us all.

Our community organizations, sporting clubs, cultural societies, and local events rely heavily on the dedication of volunteers. By generously giving their time and skills, volunteers help these organizations thrive, offering essential services, recreational activities, and cultural events that enhance our quality of life.

But it doesn't stop there! Volunteers in Tatura also make a tremendous difference in addressing local needs and supporting vulnerable members of our community.

From aiding in aged care and youth programs to ensuring food security and providing support for those facing hardships, volunteers are the driving force behind positive change. Together, we can ensure that no one is left behind and that our community remains strong and inclusive. Volunteering isn't just about lending a helping hand; it's about building connections and fostering a sense of belonging. By getting involved, you can meet like-minded individuals, form lasting friendships, and build a supportive network right here in Tatura. The relationships forged through volunteering contribute to our overall well-being and happiness, creating a sense of unity that binds our town together.

We all know Tatura is famous for its lively local events and celebrations! And guess what? Volunteering is the secret ingredient that makes these events a resounding success! Whether it's planning, organizing, or executing community festivals, sporting events, art exhibitions, or fundraisers, volunteers bring the magic to life. Their dedication ensures that these events run smoothly and create unforgettable experiences for all. Let's keep Tatura's spirit alive by offering our time and energy to make our events even more special!

What's more, volunteering isn't just about giving back; it's an opportunity for personal growth and development. By getting involved, you can acquire new skills, gain valuable experience, and boost your own potential. From event management to administration, leadership to communication, and teamwork to problem-solving, volunteering opens doors to exciting new opportunities. The skills you acquire through volunteering benefit both the community and your own journey towards personal and professional success.

So, let's celebrate the spirit of volunteering in Tatura and ensure that our town continues to thrive as a welcoming and inclusive community. Together, we can support local organizations, contribute our time and skills, and create a brighter future for Tatura. Let's actively participate and benefit from the power of volunteering.

Tag your friends, spread the word, and let's make a difference together!

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Michael Curtis

SINGING SUNDAY

by Sharron Handley

It was a sunny, warm, and pleasant Sunday as I packed things into my old 1994 Calais. I was making the last of my many trips inside the house and back to the car with items from my bedroom and wardrobe. Clothes still on their hanger were placed gently across the back seat while shoes, boxes and bags of other things were stuffed into the boot and any other free space. I usually find moving house both frustrating and sad but this time I was moving into a beautiful new home that was only a couple of kilometres from where I was currently living so small trips were easily achieved. I had already made several trips with my car this day and on this final trip I wound down the window to allow the warm December breeze to rush over me and play with my hair. I was feeling pretty good.

I soon caught the sound of a woman singing in a rather high-pitched voice and was delighted that someone had let down their inhibitions enough to sing out loudly on the street. Although I searched for her, I couldn’t see anybody, but I was so pleased by that lovely sound. “Good on her,” I thought. “You sing away and enjoy life.” I had only driven a little further down the road when I heard what seemed to be another woman singing. Well, I was simply delighted. How wonderful, all these people singing. I thought to myself, “Gee this is really great.”

Not too much further along and I heard yet more singing. I could only conclude that today must have had some special meaning that I was totally unaware of. People who were attached to this day of celebration through religion or culture or some other, were just singing or playing music loud enough for the female voices to be drifting in the wind. “How cool is that,” I thought. I do wish people would let down their guard more and sing joyously for all the world to hear. However, I was a bit perplexed at just how much random singing was occurring as I drove along. Could it just be a coincidence that I hadn’t seen anybody out on the street looking the part? I did check the radio a few times, but no, it was definitely off. I was confused but ever so happy. I was definitely a big fan of ‘Singing Sunday’. Whatever the reason behind it, I liked it!

I arrived at my new house and opened the front door, gazing excitedly once again on its fresh newness. I then went back out to the car to start unloading. Can you imagine my surprise when I opened the car boot and saw my cat, Big Puss, looking quite distressed, wide eyed and very bushy tailed sitting inside? He had obviously been accidently locked in the boot whilst sniffing around and checking things out back at the old house and had then been taken for a short and rather vigorous ride.

My confusion was now cleared up as I pieced together my perceived singing experience which I had so happily enjoyed on this sun shiny day. It was of course my very vocal pussy cat expressing his displeasure at this unrequested adventure and I had to laugh at my amazing ability to assume things. I also realised I had received great joy and was very happy about the experience even though the ladies didn’t actually exist. It just goes to show that happiness truly does come from within. Happily, curiosity did not kill the cat but just shook him up a bit. Poor puss made a full recovery, loved me all the same and went on to be just as adventurous.

I just shook my head at my silliness although I was a bit sad that people weren’t actually singing their little hearts out on the street. I thought thank goodness no one knows what just happened. However, several years have now passed and I am ready to share the story. Assumptions can easily be made, even happy, joyous ones!

WORLD EVENTS in August

August 1 – International Child Free Day. This day was set up to celebrate those people who chose not to have children. This is akin to having crocodile free day to celebrate those people who chose not to have a crocodile as a pet. Every day is child free day for those couples who chose not to have children. What about a child-free day for the many people who have to put up with their whining off-spring day after bl*#*y day. Here’s an idea. How about parents foist their ungrateful children onto these childless people for a day so that they can actually have a child-free day, then this day would make a little more sense.

August 3 – International Forgiveness Day. This is a time for personal reflection, restored relationships, and inner healing. However, why wait for a random day on the calendar imposed by strangers? True forgiveness can only come when you take control of your own life.

August 4 – International Beer Day. This day is always held on the first Friday in August. It’s a day to celebrate with old friends and meet new friends by drinking beer together. So, bottoms up! Salut! Prost! Slainte! Skaal! Cin cin! Oogy wawa!

August 5 – International Owl Awareness Day. Did you know that it takes two owls to make a 'tu-wit tu-woo' sound? The 'twit' sound is thought to be a contact call and 'twoo' the answering territorial call of the male. See, now you’re more aware.

August 6 – Wiggle Your Toes Day. You may be unaware of this important fact, but your toes are crying out for a bit of freedom. Having to spend all day cramped up in a pair of shoes can be quite restrictive for your toes, so on this particular day, give them the opportunity to run free and wiggle them around for all to see.

August 8 – Universal Infinity Day. Held on the 8th day of the 8th month of each year to celebrate and promote Philosophy and Philosophizing for the ordinary person. If you want to be part of it then explain the following saying to a friend, “I think, therefore I am”.

August 9 – International Book Lovers Day. Who doesn’t enjoy a good book? Okay, lots of people but let’s just ignore them as they are obviously philistines. If you’re intelligent, creative, imaginative, cultured and clearly a superior intellect, then you know the value of losing yourself in a good book, so I need say no more on the subject. Enjoy!

August 10 – International Biodiesel Day. I know you’ve been hanging out for this day so that you can celebrate the use of vegetable oil-based diesel fuel which is better for the environment than normal diesel or petrol based fuels. Unfortunately, this fuel cannot be used in normal diesel engines and is not available in any regular service stations. Apart from these very minor issues, it’s a great idea.

August 11 – Middle Child Day – It’s about time, and I’m not biased in any way, shape or form, to give some well-deserved recognition to the long neglected middle child in the family. The birth of the first child is always a special occasion and it’s a proven scientific fact that this child is always spoilt rotten. The birth of the middle child is rather ho-hum, nothing to see here folks, we’ve done all of this before. Then of course, we have the final child, the baby of the family who is once again spoilt rotten. Is it any wonder that middle children grow up to be fiercely independent and invariably go on to become either world leaders or serial-killers?

August 13 – International Left-hander’s Day. Are you a left-hander? Then this is the chance to tell your family and friends how proud you are

of being left-handed and also raise awareness of the everyday issues that lefties apparently face in a world apparently designed for right-handers. Oh diddums, such trauma! Next, we’ll be having tennis racquets and hammers for left handers. What about right-hander’s day I say, or even back-handers day for that matter?

August 15 – World Relaxation Day. In a world full of stress, pressure, and bad news, it’s important to occasionally stop and smell the roses. Compared to every other time in history, mankind has never had it so good. So, make a list of all the things that you’re stressing about then circle the things that you have absolutely no control over e.g. global warming, Covid-19, Collingwood, Russian invasion of Ukraine, and promise yourself to ignore these whenever they appear on the news. Then for everything else on your list that you can do something about, get off your backside and do it! Remember, true happiness comes from solving your problems.

August 16 – International Vanilla Custard Day. Vanilla custard has been around since the Middle Ages and was traditionally used as a pie filling. A very simple custard tart was a popular dessert during that period. Today, custard is an important component in many dessert recipes including éclairs, trifle, and of course, vanilla slices. Once more I urge our bakeries to promote this very important day by offering half-price vanilla slices.

August 17 – Black Cat Appreciation Day. Not more cats? I tell you, they’ve taken over the world. Strangely, many people still believe the myth that black cats bring bad luck, and some people even have deep-seated phobias about it (ailurophobia). However, it’s only bad luck if you happen to trip over one and fall in front of a bus or down the stairs. Animal shelters report that black cats are the least likely felines to be adopted, hence the need for Black Cat Appreciation Day. We need to start a movement like ‘Black Cats Matter’.

August 22 – Southern Hemisphere Hoodie-Hoo Day. “Whatie-what?”

I can hear you saying. Okay, listen up, this is important. This is the day to go outside at midday and yell, "Hoodie-Hoo," three times, to chase away winter and to get ready for spring. I think all our local teachers should encourage their students to participate in this activity.

August 26 – Go Topless Day. This day has been organised to promote gender equality and encourages women to go topless in public, as men are able to do. I’m sure this was dreamed up in the Northern Hemisphere where it’s still nice and warm. Although I believe that we should be encouraging this type of equality, it would probably be too dangerous to celebrate the day in Australia at this time of the year as you could put somebody’s eye out. Perhaps we should leave it for summer.

August 27 – International Bat Night. This is a night to celebrate bats and to learn about the way bats live and their needs. If you study the sky at dusk, you should see a multitude of bats flying south from Cussen Park. Actually, bats that are resting are called a colony and when they’re in flight they are called a cloud.

August 29 – International Individual Rights Day. This is not to be confused with ‘I’m Entitled to Everything I Want Day’ which exists in the minds of many confused people. First proposed by John Locke, our basic human rights include life, liberty, property, freedom of speech and freedom of religion. It didn’t include the freedom to live off the taxes of other people because I’m too lazy to get out of bed and get a job and would much rather watch daytime television.

- John Kriesfeld

TATURA MUSEUM MUSINGS

A welcome email received from the State Library Victoria informing us that the Digitising of the 1895 – 1903 Tatura Guardian was now complete and available for the whole world to view on TROVE. The project was made possible with the receipt of a $16,000 government grant in 2019 but COVID caused some delays. It is particularly gratifying to have this time period digitised as the only copies of these papers are held by the State Library and are too fragile to be handled.

We are featuring a display of the recently conserved Sergeant Snow White scroll from the 8th Employment Company Theatre productions. Also check out the refurbished ‘Rosella’ and ‘Reilly Flour Mill’ displays. The Tatura Museum has now standardised opening hours to 1pm – 3pm every day, closed only on Christmas Day and Good Friday.

George Ferguson Tatura Museum

LADIES WHO LUNCH DISCOVER A NEW HEALTH AND WELLBEING EXPERIENCE

A new event in support of Women’s Health will be held in Shepparton on Sunday October 29th - ‘Ladies Who Lunch’.

After a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the well-loved Pink Ribbon Brunch will be reimagined as Ladies Who Lunch - a day of celebration with engaging speakers, giftbags, raffles and much more.

All money raised will be donated locally to the GV Health Foundation to support local women going through cancer treatment.

In addition, all tickets for the Ladies Who Lunch event will include entry to the annual Greater Shepparton City Council (GSSC) Health & Wellbeing Event which will be held on the same day and in the same location at Shepparton’s Eastbank Centre. In its third year, the Health & Wellbeing Event offers attendees a place to connect with health services, wellness businesses, professionals, and local people to support physical, mental and spiritual health.

Now is the time to ‘Save the Date’ for this new health and wellbeing experience – October 29th. Director GV Health Foundation and Engagement, Claire Ewart-Kennedy said: “The GV Health Foundation is proud to partner with the GSCC to deliver a day of celebration at the inaugural Ladies Who Lunch event and the Health & Wellbeing Event. The GV Health Foundation has been working in the background to identify opportunities to highlight the need for enhanced cancer services in GV region. We are the only region without an Integrated Cancer Centre and we are committed to providing the best possible cancer services we can access. This event will aim to raise $50k for dedicated oncology services for women and any money raised above $50k will go directly to a new Integrated Cancer Centre. We are about raising money in our community, with our community, for our community.”

“Spread the word and gather your girlfriends, sisters and mums. Start the day by exploring

the Health & Wellbeing Event, engage with professional services, specialised talks and workshops, then head into the Ladies Who Lunch event, listen to guest speakers and celebrate with the people who matter most to you – all whilst raising funds for the GV Health Foundation. As we move through different life stages and health challenges, we need to listen to our bodies and respond. The Health & Wellbeing event is an opportunity to hear from the best and brightest in our region,” Greater Shepparton Partnerships and Marketing Coordinator Liz Connick said.

“We aim to increase the many and varied support services on offer here in Greater Shepparton. In the last two years many new and innovative professional services in the health and wellbeing sector have opened and we are spoilt for choice.”

“This is a day to come together with likeminded people for feel-good activities, level up your physical, mental and spiritual health – and go home ready to live a more fulfilled life.” Liz Connick said.

If you would like to participate or support this event, email gvhealthfoundation@gvhealth. org.au

To keep up to date on news and ticket sales, keep an eye out for the Ladies Who Lunch Event on Facebook and Instagram.

More information can also be found by following the GV Health Foundation and the Health & Wellbeing Event on social media. For more information about this media release, please contact:

Claire Ewart- Kennedy – 0409 828 586 claire.ewart-kennedy@gvhealth.org.au

Director GV Health Foundation and Engagement

Liz Connick - 0402 269 699 Liz.Connick@shepparton.vic.gov.au

Greater Shepparton Partnerships and Marketing Coordinator, Greater Shepparton City Council

Recipes

NOODLE FRITTERS

Here's a really simple and quick recipe when one doesn't feel like cooking.

Ingredients:

85g packet of 2 Minute Noodles

110g canned Corn Kernels (drained)

2 Spring Onions (chopped)

2 tbs Coriander (chopped)

2 tbs Vegetable Oil

2 Eggs

Method:

Proprietor

Cook the noodles. Whisk the eggs with oil. Mix all ingredients together. Form into patties and fry until golden on both sides.

- Janice Dreyer

The Scroll after treatment

Recipes

POLLY’S MELT AND MIX FRUIT CAKE

1½ kg Mixed Fruit with real cherries

1 Granny Smith Apple

1 cup Brown Sugar, firmly packed

½ cup of Sherry

1 tabspn Honey or Golden Syrup

250 grm Butter

4 Eggs

1½ cups Plain Flour

½ cup of S.R. Flour

1 teaspoon mixed spice

Sift these last three ingredients together 3 times.

Place mixed fruit in a large bowl, cut cherries to smaller pieces, add peeled and coarsely grated apple, golden syrup or honey, and sugar. Mix Well. Pour over sherry. Leave overnight. Add melted butter, beaten eggs, sifted flours, and spice. Mix thoroughly. Place in a deep prepared 23cm tin lined with brown paper.Bake in a slow oven 3 hours (test to see how it is going) Remove from oven when cooked and brush with extra 2 tabspn sherry while warm. Cover with foil until cold. Remove cake from tin, leaving the lining paper intact. Refrigerate in plastic food wrap for at least 6 months.

GENERATIONS OP SHOP GIVES DONATION TO TATURA FIRE BRIGADE

Generations Op Shop continues its longstanding contribution back into the Tatura community with a recent financial donation of $2000 to Tatura Fire Brigade. Secretary Bill Stockdale accepted the financial gift on behalf of the Tatura Fire Brigade, which was presented by Generations Op Shop Manager Jacqui Hall. This donation will go towards the many improvements and items of equipment required at the local station. Bill said, “we are hoping to build a covered outdoor area for outside rest and recreation of our members, and we need a small shed to house our mower for outside grounds maintenance.” The Tatura Fire Brigade was very grateful for the contribution and was thankful for the longstanding support from Generations Op Shop.

“When you donate or shop at Generations Op Shop you are really supporting your local community to make it a better place for everyone. We care about Tatura and want to continue to invest into making it such a great town to live,” said Jacqui Hall. More donations are needed over the winter months which can be dropped off instore at 119 Hogan Street Tatura. Alternatively pick up of donations can be arranged by contacting the store on 5824 3059 or completing the online pickup request form on their website. generations.org.au/community-care.

Generations Op Shop is a ministry of Generations Church.

ANCIENT HISTORY

525 BC - The Lost Army of Cambyses: After Cambyses conquered Egypt, he sent an army of 50,000 men to the Siwa Oasis in Egypt’s Western Desert to persuade the Oracle of Amum to recognise his rule. However, the men never reached their destination, being overwhelmed, according to Herodotus, by a sandstorm. Exactly 2525 years later, geologists from Helwan University, prospecting for petroleum, found themselves among sand dunes littered with fragments of textiles and weapons, and the bleached bones of men who may have once belonged to the Lost Army of Cambyses.

456 BC - Tortoise Slays Playwright: The Greek dramatist Aeschylus died when an eagle dropped a tortoise on his bald head.

434 BC – The Divine Nature of Heavenly Bodies: The Greek philosopher Anaxagorus was exiled from Athens for denying the divine nature of heavenly bodies. He asserted that the sun was a great disc of blazing metal larger than the Peloponnese, which is a geographic region in Southern Greece. He also asserted that the planets were lumps of rock torn from the Earth and set on fire by the rapidity of their rotation.

390 BC – Geese Save Rome: The sacred

geese on the Capitoline Hill in Rome saved the city by making such a noise as the besieging Gauls attempted a covert night attack that the guards were roused and repelled the invaders.

346 BC – If: Having conquered much of the rest of Greece, Philip II of Macedon sent a message to the Spartans: “You are advised to submit without further delay, for if I bring my army into your land, I will destroy your farms, slay your people and raze your city.” They sent a one-word reply: “If”. Their boldness paid off as Philip left them alone.

334 BC – Outwitting Alexander: Alexander the Great crossed the Dardanelles to begin his conquest of the Persian Empire. He was accompanied by one of his favourites, the rhetorician (the ancient equivalent of a spindoctor or propaganda specialist) Anaximenes. Anxious to save his native city of Lampascus from destruction, Annaximenes asked for an audience with Alexander. Anticipating his request, Alexander swore an oath that he would deny Anaximenes’ request. The cunning Anaximenes, on being granted his audience, said to Alexander, “My Lord, I have only come to beg you to destroy Lampascus.” Alexander had no other choice but to honour his oath and spare the city.

Book Reviews

WITH KERRY…

THE MURDER RULE By Dervla McTiernan

First Rule: Make them like you Second Rule: Make them need you Third Rule: Make them Pay

They think I am a young idealistic law student, that I am passionate about reforming a corrupt and brutal system.

They think I’m working hard to impress them.

They think I’m here to save an innocent man on death row.

They’re wrong. I’m going to bury him.

I had read the other three books by Dervla McTiernan and was really looking forward to her latest effort. I even specially ordered it and waited impatiently for it to arrive. To say I was disappointed with it is a bit of an understatement. For at least 120 pages it was as dull as dishwater. It finally picked up towards the end. It certainly didn’t have me sitting on the edge of my seat. You may think differently.

Kerry Gardner

Beatrice Greaves Rodney CWA

BEST START STORY WRITING COMPETITION

This year marks the tenth anniversary of Best Start’s Grade 5 and 6 Story Writing Competition, and Greater Shepparton City Council is encouraging local school children to get involved.

Grade 5 and 6 students from participating schools in Greater Shepparton are encouraged to write and illustrate a children’s book suitable for a child aged three to four years. Each school can select three entries from participating students to put forward to a judging panel, with the entries having to be endorsed and sent in by the school. Entries for the competition open today, Monday 10 July, and close on Monday 11 September 2023. Once entries close, the judging panel will pick a winning story which will be professionally printed and included for 12 months in the book bag, which is distributed by Council’s Maternal and Child Health nurses, to children attending their three-and-a-half-year visit.

Winners in the past have represented a range of schools throughout the region, including Congupna Primary School, St Mel’s Primary School, Goulburn Valley Grammar School, Shepparton East Primary School, Orrvale Primary School and Bourchier St Primary

School. Last year’s winning story, ‘What is your superpower’, was written by Congupna Primary School Grade 5 student Asim Ismet.

Council’s Manager Early Years, Sally Rose, encouraged local school students to get involved, saying the competition was a great opportunity to practice their creative writing skills.

“The winning story is distributed to close to 1,000 children each year from their Maternal and Child Health nurse. It is widely distributed and is read by a large number of families throughout Greater Shepparton,” she said.

“Reading is such an important and enjoyable activity for children and this annual competition aims to encourage a love of books and reading amongst children and their families. The quality of entries we receive each year continues to grow and we look forward to seeing the creativity of the stories submitted by Grade 5 and 6 students this year.”

For more information about the Best Start Story Writing Competition, contact your school or Council’s Early Years Project Officer, Belinda Schmedje, on council@shepparton.vic.gov.au or via phone at (03) 5832 9700.

1. What is the largest planet in our Solar System?

a. Jupiter

b. Neptune

c. Uranus

d. Saturn

2. What is the capital city of Denmark?

a. Oslo

b. Copenhagen

c. Helsinki

d. Stockholm

3.On what continent is Benin located?

a. South America

b. Asia

c. Europe

d. Africa

4. What nationality was composer Frederic Chopin?

a. Austrian

b. German

c. French

d. Polish

5. Who was the first man in space?

a. Alan Shepard

b. Neil Armstrong

c. John Glen

d. Yuri Gagarin

6. What element is denoted by the chemical symbol Sn in the periodic table?

a. Salt

b. Copper

c. Tin

d. Silicon

7. Who is known as the father of Western medicine?

a. Galen

b. Hippocrates

c. Herophilus

d. Leonardo da Vinci

8. Who is Australia’s longest serving Prime Minister?

a. Sir Robert Menzies

b. Bob Hawke

c. Stanley Bruce

d. John Howard

9. Gouda cheese originated in which country?

a. The Netherlands

b. Belgium

c. Poland

d. France

10. How many keys are there on a standard piano?

a. 76

b. 88

c. 96

d. 112

INDOOR CARPET BOWLS

Hey! Are you looking for a social game of indoor carpet bowls on these cold and wintry days. Then come along to the warm and inviting Tatura Bowls Club, Service St Tatura for social bowls held each Friday from 1pm. Everybody welcome. Enquiries to Freda 0419009059.

CAN YOU PLEASE EXPLAIN THIS TO ME? by Ma

Merle

“It’s like this Fred,” I said as I stood on his front veranda. I had come to give him a piece of my mind about keeping his house clean. After I declined his offer go into the house, I simply stood facing him outside the front door where he reluctantly joined me. I was not in the mood to take off my shoes and was not sure they were clean enough for inside, so it just made more sense. I knew Agnes was not at home as we had chatted earlier on in the day and she was spending time with her daughter-in-law and her grandchildren in Bendigo. “You need to understand women better Fred,” I continued as I added a serious teaching tone to my voice. “We keep the home running, as you well know, and we can be very particular about it too. Imagine if a woman traipsed into a man’s work shed and put flowers or pot-pourri all over the place and burned oils and candles. Oh, and we would make a jolly mess about it too, leaving it for you to clean up after we leave. I am quite sure you would not be very happy with the extra work and the intrusion on your special space. So, the bottom line is, women take a sense of pride in their home and like having it presented in a clean and orderly manner for friends and family. You need to respect that and take your muddy shoes off so that my friend Agnes is not so grumpy. Do you understand?” I said sternly as I waved my finger from side to side in his face.

“Yes, of course I understand,” replied Fred. “And you can calm down Merle. You can tell a bloke something without all that aggressive body language you know. I mean Agnes has already read me the riot act, don’t you worry. There is nothing more you can say about it that she has not. I understand perfectly well and I won’t ever do it again. And just for the record, Merle, its actually my home too and my special place. I mean, I have lived here for a very long time, well before Agnes came into my life. Of which I am very grateful. Speaking of which, while we are on the subject of telling people what to do, how about you either spend more time with Garry or let him get on with things Merle?”

The change of subject caught me by surprise. “What sort of things do you mean Fred? Let him get on with what? It’s not like I have him tied up and locked in the garden shed.”

“Well, I am just telling you there are other interested parties, but nobody is sure if you and him are an item or not,” Fred said very seriously and also a little nervously.

“What a ridiculous, childish word Fred, an item. You make it sound like a piece of clothing. Don’t be so silly. And it has nothing to do with anyone how much time I do or do not spend with Garry. He is free to come and go as he pleases.” I paused a moment. “Although not this weekend coming because he is staying at my house while Agnes and I go off on our getaway as you well know.”

“You see!” exclaimed Fred triumphantly as if he had won a point in an argument. “So why is Garry staying at your house?”

I sniffed in annoyance. “Not that I need to explain anything to you Fred, but Garry offered to mind the animals and keep an eye on things around the house while I am away. What Garry does with his life is really none of your business and I were you I would focus on things closer to home, don’t you?” I said in a ‘take that’, voice.

Fred seemed to swell up slightly as he took in a large breath. “Well, in that case I feel I should tell you that Noelene has been at me to match her up with Garry for a while now. She wants the four of us to go out for dinner together.”

“Garry is busy and he has no time for that sneaky Noelene anyway,” I quickly replied.

Fred laughed derisively. “Sneaky? Why would you even say that Merle? What makes her sneaky?”

“She has a history of stealing other women’s men, and everyone knows it.” I felt triumphant as I knowingly replied.

“Apparently not everyone, I don’t know it,” replied Fred calmly. “And anyway, Garry is not someone’s man now, is he?” he continued, with a cat that ate the cream look on his face.

I snorted in disgust. “Oh, I simply do not have all day to stand here going around and around in circles about this Fred. So, just take your shoes off before you go in the house and tell Noelene to back off and find someone else.”

Having finally won that argument, I turned and left him standing on his porch. What a day I was having. I was feeling exhausted and thought I

should definitely have an afternoon nap. I was looking forward to going to the theatre with Garry and Agnes in a couple of days’ time to watch a movie, and I was wondering why I was so bothered about Noelene, but had little interest in exploring my inner thoughts any deeper than that so I settled down to nap on the couch. Just like meditating really.

The next couple of days passed without incident and we all eventually arrived at the theatre. “This is great,” said Garry as we walked up the theatre steps. “I can’t believe you girls invited me to come along.”

We didn’t bother to tell him that there was method to our madness and his role was to drive us there and back, park the car and keep us safe, just in case anyone bothered us. In fact, when I had said to Agnes that Garry could keep us safe from hoods that might want to bank roll us, she was very clear that hoods do not bank roll people. I decided not to argue the point, knowing my streetwise knowledge was not one of my greatest strengths. The theatre had only another six or so people in it which was very strange. We sat down and Garry plonked himself in the middle of Agnes and me.

“I do enjoy a film at the theatre,” I said smiling in anticipation.

“It’s a cinema Merle, no one calls it the theatre anymore,” Garry said like he was abreast with the latest lingo of the day. “And hardly anybody even comes as you can see by the numbers here today.”

“All these modern terms Garry, I can barely keep up anymore,” I said a little disinterested.

Agnes dragged out the large bag of chips she had purchased and very noisily opened them. I truly believed she would have made less noise vacuuming her house.

“Be quite Agnes,” I said sternly. “There’s such a thing as theatre etiquette you know.”

“What’s that love?” said Garry loudly as he leaned towards me.

“Oh, do be quite Garry, and you too Agnes. We are at the films and we need to be quiet.”

Two people down a few rows in front of us both turned around and said, “Can you be quiet please.”

“Hang on love,” Garry suddenly said. “My phone is vibrating in my pocket. It could be that call I am waiting on from the plumber.”

“You have got to be joking,” I said as he rummaged around in his pockets and retrieved his phone.

“Yeah, its him.” he said as he stood up and squeezed past me. “I’ll take it outside.”

The two people from the front turned around and said, “You have to be quiet.”

“You be quiet,” I replied loudly. “How rude are they Agnes?”

Agnes stuffed her mouth with chips and crunched so loudly she could not even hear me and she seemed to be in a world of her own as she fossicked around for her drink. She eventually noticed me looking at her and said, “What? Are you talking to me?”

Before I could answer, Garry made is way back and squeezed past me again and said rather loudly, “All sorted with the plumber.”

“Oh, shut up will you,” someone else yelled from behind us. Something banged into the back of the seat in front of me and bounced back into my lap. It looked like it was a Jaffa. This was becoming a nightmare, our lovely day at the theatre was being ruined by rude people.

Garry and Agnes were oblivious as they stared at the big screen. Garry dragged out his phone once again just as all the lights went off in readiness for the film, and it looked like a lighthouse in his lap.

“Will you please put that away,” I hissed as I looked down at Garry’s lap. “Oh my Merle, what are you two up to now?” Agnes looked at us with a very quizzical expression on her face. “Do I need to leave you two alone? I don’t know where to look. What’s happening?”

“Just look at the ruddy screen and shut up will ya,” yelled someone else. This was just ghastly. I did not even know how I was feeling at this point. All the adverts and the shorts for the next movie came on first then the movie finally started. It was so loud I immediately reached for the remote, but of course there was no such thing.

What happened to my enjoyable outing and why are people so rude? Can someone please explain? Anyone?

JUNIOR PUBLIC SPEAKING CONTEST

The Lions Club of Tatura held the finals for the “Junior Public Speaking contest” on Tuesday, July 11 at the Senior Citizens Club Rooms.

Six Students representing Tatura Primary School and Sacred Heart Primary School participated.

Overall Winner from Sacred Heart School Grade 3/4 was Olivia Talarico. Her speech topic was “Oh No - You’ve turned into a Giant”.

Overall Winner from Tatura Primary School Grade 5/6 was Lili Keane. Her speech topic was “Strange World Records set in History”.

All students presented their speeches to Judges, George, Sandy and Glenda, Lions members and their Parents. In all there were 42 people in attendance. Well done and congratulations to all the students for your fabulous presentations, you made us all very proud!

We look forward to next year’s presentation.

Tatura Presbyterian Church

Minister: Kalpan Vasa

Worship Services

Tatura 10:30 am

Rushworth 9:00 am.

Weekly Bible study and Fellowship Groups

Contact 0477 241 042

All Saints Tatura

Anglican Church

Minister: Rev. Tracey Wolsley

Family Worship Service

Including Little Saints Children’s Program

Sundays at 9.30am

Contact 0423 267 405 www.allsaintstatura.org.au

Tatura Uniting Church

“Olive & Vine”

115 Hogan Street, Tatura

Minister: Brian Spencer 0400 274 482

Service 9.30am every Sunday.

Aug 6 Rev B Spencer

Zoom from Murchison

Aug 13 Joan McRae

Zoom from Rushworth

Aug 20 Gereldine Leonard

Tatura, Communion

Aug 27 Rev B Spencer

Zoom from Colbinabbin

See Waranga Uniting Churches

Web site for Zoom links

Sacred Heart Church Tatura

Minister: Rev Fr John Paul Pasala

Worship Services:

Weekends

Saturday 6pm (1st & 3rd of the month)

Sunday 10.30am

Weekdays

Wednesday 9.15am

Friday 9.15am

Reconciliation:

1st Saturday of the month at 11.30am

Contact: Ph. 5824 1049

Email: Tatura@cdos.org.au www.sacredheartparishtatura.com.au

Generations Church Tatura

Senior Pastor: Ps Jeremy Burr 10am Service 03 58243240

Hair & Beauty

Colour and Cutting Specialist

Salon Trading Hours: Monday - Closed Tuesday to Friday - 9am to 6pm; Fridays - Late Nights Saturday - from 8.30am

Phone Sam on 03 5824 2019 or 0408 571 525

PROBUS CLUB

At our June meeting Cheryl Deane was inducted into our Club. Welcome Cheryl. The Member Behind the Badge was Mary Vraka who told members how her father came out from Italy on the recommendation of his father, finally settling in North Murchison, where Mary was born. Mary married Joe Vraca and they raised their family in North Murchison.

Our Guest Speaker was Kay Ball from the Murchison Historical Society, and Ann Findlay came also. Kay gave us an overview of the historical events in Murchison. These included the first irrigation system using a brick lined well and pumps and a series of channels prior to the Goulburn Weir being built in 1891. There was the aboriginal protectorate from 1840 to 1853 and the story of Titambo, the aboriginal leader, who insisted

on a white man’s burial, so his grave, which includes his wife’s remains, is in the cemetery at Murchison, together with that of his son’s, Captain John. Then there was the punt across the river, as this was the main route from the goldfields at Eldorado to the gold at Ballarat and Bendigo. Kay spoke of the Winter Irving family and their land holdings and the mansions they built, also Gregory’s Hotel, now known as Thornbridge, and Day’s Mill. She then spoke of the Camps that were set up in the area, and how the Italian Ossario was built in 1960 to take the bones of those Italians who died during this period. Then in 1969 the meteorite landed in Murchison, and Kay explained that, although most of the pieces were taken to America, they have one piece on show at the Historical Society, and that there is continuing research on the composition of the meteorite.

Mary Vraca

Kaye Ball

Michael Shay and Cheryl Deane

Kids Page

Which animal has the heart shaped balloon? Which balloon is the rabbit holding?

Balloons are used for many purposes. Most small balloons are made for parties

How many balloons can you see? Colour the Balloons.

BALLOON JOKES

What music are Balloons scared of? Answer: Pop Music

What did the balloon say to the doctor?

Answer: I feel lightheaded.

What do you call a ‘Dad Balloon’ that disappears?

Answer: Pops.

What did the First Balloon say to the Second Balloon?

Answer: Be careful of the Cactussssssssssss

A balloon is a bag that is usually filled with gas. This gas can be helium, hydrogen or air. The rubber balloon was invented by Michael Faraday in 1824.

What did the Cactus say to the Balloon?

Answer: Nothing , it can’t talk!

Write your name on the birthday balloons. Decorate the balloons.

What words can you make from the letters in ‘B A L L O O N’?

A Budding Ballerina

Erupting Volcano

Making Pasta

CUBBY NEWS

Another great month at the Cubby. The children had great fun during our school holiday program. They made volcanoes using bicarb soda, vinegar and food colouring. They dressed up for career dress up day and enjoyed ten pin bowling during games day. They were also busing making their own pasta and celebrate world chocolate day by making their own chocolate crackles. All in all, it was great school holiday fun with lots of things learned and great memories to keep.

Our children also signed up for the Workshop of the Australian Ballet at the Tatura Library. This was a wonderful opportunity to learn about ballet and listen to an interesting story about two frogs and their adventures.

We’re still having regular library visits to Story

Time every second Thursday which includes singing and story reading. We have also started our own Cubby Library. Each child got their own library bag and they take books home to read with their family and friends. The children and their families just love it. We have enrolled all families in the Victorian’s Premier reading challenge. The target is to read 40 books which all families should easily achieve.

For NAIDOC week we had lots of fun activities like painting boomerangs, reading and listening to stories and looking at different aboriginal carvings and paintings.

The staff at The Cubby are dedicated to providing quality care for children and ensuring that they have fun and memorable experiences. As we’re now starting a new term, we can only expect more exciting activities and adventures at The Cubby.

Our license to operate covers childcare for 15 children per day which gives us the opportunity and the joy to care for our families in a very individual and personal way – you become part of the Cubby family. We are here to support our parents above the regular services of childcare centres. We can help you with your Child Care Subsidy application with Centrelink, connect you to support services or just have an open ear for the days where it all seems a bit much.

We have a few spots left. Give us a call to inquire about vacancies, have a chat and book a time to get to know The Cubby and our staff. Children up to age 6 can attend and Childcare Subsidy applies.

The Cubby is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 8:30am – 4:00pm in the orange building on Kerferd Street. The Cubby is a Child Care Subsidy provider, making it an affordable choice for families. Give us a call on 5824 1315 or 0490 117 030 to have a chat with one of our friendly staff.

THE NAB BANK CLOSURE

Media Release from Kim O’Keeffe

The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, has criticised the decision to close Tatura’s only bank, saying it will have a huge impact on the town that is already struggling to be provided with adequate banking services.

The Commonwealth Bank closed in Tatura only 12 months ago, and the NAB is only open three hours a day.

“Many businesses have told me that those limited hours do not work for everyone. Waiting times have been increased, which takes people out of their businesses longer than they should,” said Ms O’Keeffe, who visited Tatura to consult with locals about the closure.

“The ATM frequently runs out of cash, and the blatant disregard for the town's banking needs, coupled with the lack of support and understanding, is truly appalling.

1a – Jupiter

2b – Copenhagen

3d – Africa

4d – Polish

5d – Yuri Gagarin

6c – Tin

7b – Hippocrates

8a – Sir Robert Menzies

9a – The Netherlands

10b – 88 Scoring.

0–2. Struggle Street. Good on you for having a go! On the ladder of life, it is people like you that everybody else stands on, often blissfully unaware that you’re even there. However, without you, all the people on Bland Street would have nobody else to look down upon.

3-5. Bland Street. I see you hiding in the middle of the ordinary, unexceptional majority. You have avoided the tall poppy syndrome quite well and nobody is actually jealous of your score so you’re also safe from the Facebook trolls. If you were any blander you could qualify for ‘Where’s Wally?’

6-7. Above Average (sort of). As you’re better than the average lump of humanity, this makes you abnormal, which, I believe, is something to be celebrated. So, when someone accuses you of not being normal you can treat it as a compliment.

8-9. Smarty Pants. Well done, and I’m sure that with a bit of luck you could have made Genius level, although perhaps you already used up your luck getting this far.

10. Genius. Great work on getting all ten questions correct! Scientists reckon that a million monkeys with a million typewriters could write ‘Macbeth’ just by pressing random keys. You only had to correctly pick one out of four each time. I’m backing you over those monkeys.

“These large corporations do not understand the needs of smaller regional communities. The locals are often minutes from their bank, not like in the big cities,” she said.

In speaking to a representative, Ms O’Keeffe said that NAB informed her that the details were still being finalised, however, it has been announced that the bank will close on September 28.

The bank is likely to offer banking services through the local Tatura Post Office, however, the details around that arrangement are yet to be determined.

Ms O’Keeffe said she had been told that NAB will keep its ATM operating, however, the location may change due to leasing arrangements at the current site. She emphasised that, “The community must have a reliable ATM and no delays of operation during this transition phase.”

Hearing from local businesses, Ms O’Keeffe said they also depend greatly on visitors accessing the bank or ATM.

“Tatura has many large successful events that businesses rely on, and having reliable access to money is critical to the success of many of those events and to ensure that money is spent locally.

“This closure has left the town wondering what their options will be, with many left feeling disillusioned hearing about the large profits that banks are making,

“We are seeing banks becoming more disconnected to their customers and this has to be a step in the wrong direction,” said Ms O’Keeffe.

“Tatura is a progressive community with vibrant local businesses and large industries, along with a growing local population who deserve a local bank.”

Kim O’Keefe with Disillusioned Locals

DONATION TO TATURA BOWLS CLUB

In May this year, the Tatura Bowls Club raised $3000 in their annual bowls tournament and donated it to the Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla Aged Care Facility.

The donation was highly appreciated and has gone towards the purchase of a new barbeque for the facility which can be enjoyed by residents, patients, staff and their families.

We are very thankful for this donation and appreciate the support from the Tatura Bowls Club.

July 2023

Thank you Tatura Bowls Club for your generous donation.

MEN’S HEALTH WEEK 2023

As part of Men’s Health Week 2023, Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse from GV Health, Sonia Strachan attended the Tatura Men’s Shed to speak to them about prostate cancer awareness.

GV Health have two Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurses who are funded by the community to support men diagnosed with prostate cancer. Specialist cancer care nurses are available to provide advice and information, help coordinate care, provide referrals, and offer emotional support for patients receiving care at GV Health’s Peter Copulos Cancer and Wellness Centre. This is a free service.

Patients can self-refer to the nurses by phone, email or in person.

Ph: (03) 58323 777; M: 0448 723 123

E: Sonia.strachan@gvhealth.org.au

E: nicole.lewis@gvhealth.org.au

Volunteers are an integral part of our Residents Lifestyle Program.

We are seeking a volunteer capable of driving a minibus to assist our lovely residents as they get out and about the town.

We welcome any volunteers that are enthusiastic and engaging with our residents.

If you are interested, or know someone who would be the right fit, please contact the Tatura Hospital on (03) 5824 8400.

INTERPRETER SERVICES

If you require an interpreter when visiting the hospital, ask a GV Health staff member.

Welcome to Bernadette Wardle, our new Director of Nursing.

WELCOME TO OUR NEW DIRECTOR OF NURSING!

A Greater Shepparton local, Bernadette has joined the Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla Aged Care Facility after 40 years of working periodically throughout GV Health since starting her career in 1982. Bernadette has held various positions over this time, working across different areas of health which

FACILITY NEWS

In an effort to improve patient care and experience, we have recently introduced ceiling tracking hoisters throughout the facility.

The tracking hoisters will assist in moving patients and sitting them upright.

This change was funded by GV Health and the Community Reference Committee.

The last few months also saw the welcomed addition of a second palliative care room complete with a TV and recliner as to provide another comfortable space for patients going through end-of-life care.

include managing and directing several departments. Having worked in small communities throughout her career, Bernadette understands the importance of being dedicated and committed to local health services and hopes to continue this in her new role. She is looking forward to working and getting to know the community more in this role.

PATHOLOGY SERVICES

We are fortunate to have Austin Pathology attend Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla Aged Care Facility.

When: Tuesday and Thursday

Where: Hodson House, at the back of the hospital.

64-68 Park St, Tatura

Time: 8am -12pm

Cost: Free. Bookings are not required.

PALLIATIVE CARE

Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla Aged Care Facility is fortunate to have a dedicated Palliative Care Suite. The suite allows families to stay overnight so that they can stay close to their loved one.

The Palliative Care Suite has a kitchenette and a beautiful outdoor area, and the lovely ambience of the suite ensures everyone is kept as comfortable as possible.

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64-68 Park Street, Tatura VIC 3616 Australia P 03 5824 8400

E taturaadmin@gvhealth.org.au

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