On Saturday 22 February, 23 swimmers entered the 100 Lap Challenge at Tatura Swimming Pool. This is an annual event to support the Tatura Hospital & Parkvilla Aged Care Facility. A warm day greeted the swimmers and their marshals.
Ten swimmers completed 100 laps individually. They were Joseph Conte, Sue Walters, Trevor Anselmi, Scott Montgomery, Taylor Hall and daughter, Matilda Hall, Alice Gubbins, Rob Miller, and former Tatura residents John Stewart and daughter Cecilia Stewart who returned from Ararat to participate. This was Trevor Anselmi’s 26th participation.
Teams were made up of family & friends swimming to complete 100 or more laps. The Hospital & Parkvilla acknowledge the ongoing support from the Stewart family who, while no longer resident in Tatura, return each year to continue a tradition so dear to the heart of their mother & grandmother, Fairlie Stewart, who led the veteran’s team for many years. Ruth Stewart and brother-in-law Tim Gubbins completed 65 laps. Ian, Jeanette & Esther Moorhouse and Jonathon Sookun swam 100 laps between them. Stephanie Wilton led a Lifeguards team, including Nikea Grinter, Tyler Jamieson & Sascha Spiegler Georgia Danning, Lydia Moorhouse, and Ayla Jackson, who completed 220 laps.
Volunteers provided a delicious morning tea and welcome hot coffee for all the swimmers and supporters. Steve O’Toole, President of the committee of Tatura Hospital & Parkvilla, thanked all those present who swam or supported swimmers and presented swimmers with certificates from the Hospital and vouchers from Sue Chahal of Tatura Hot Bread.
Due to wonderful support from many in the community, the event has to date raised $5720.60.
Many thanks from the Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla Community Reference Group to
the event convener Geoff Lipshut, Lipshut Law staff, Sue, Jen & Andrea at the Hospital, and to all the swimmers, sponsors, supporters and helpers who organized the day and once more made it a successful and most enjoyable fundraiser on the Hospital’s calendar. Special thanks go to Stephanie Wilton and Aquamoves staff members for their management of the pool throughout the season.
The following local organisations and businesses provided support by sponsoring the event Tatura Rotary Club, Lipshut Law, and Tatura Hot Bread. Thank you to Aquamoves for their support in making the pool available for this community event.
The Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla and the Tatura Swimming Pool are both major assets in the town and this event serves to highlight their importance to the fabric of Tatura society and the willingness of the community to support them.
The 32nd Challenge will be held on 28 February 2026. Please mark your diaries!
- Gary Whyte
COMING EVENTS
GVRHA Club Show TATURA PARK April 4-6 MERRIGUM HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNUAL HERITAGE DAY Sunday 13 April 10am – 3pm
TATURA FILM SOCIETY
The April film will screen on Monday 21 April at 7.30pm in the Mechanics Hall in Hogan Street.
The film is ‘The Lost City of Melbourne’
TATURA LAWN TENNIS CLUB
Tatura Lawn Tennis Club held its annual Labour Day tournament over the long weekend, with local players and many others travelling from all over the state. Some regular participants also made the great effort to drive to the tournament from Byron Bay after they were unable to fly down due to Cyclone Alfred. With perfect weather conditions tennis entries were at capacity with 255 matches played over the 3 days.
Singles, Veterans doubles and Junior events were played on Saturday with Connor Hipwell from Melbourne taking out the Men’s Open singles and Donna Winter-Irving from Nagambie winning the Open Ladies singles title. The popular wooden racquet challenge was also played on Saturday.
87 doubles pairs played on Sunday which was a record for the tournament. The Club also hosted the usual Sunday night dinner with the theme this year of “Tropicana.” Music followed a delicious roast dinner and was enjoyed by all who attended.
Monday featured the Mixed Doubles event which rounded off a fantastic weekend of high quality tennis.
The Club would like to thank it’s sponsors and all the amazing current, former and junior parents and families who volunteered their time and made the tournament a huge success.
- Ros Walters
LABOUR DAY TOURNAMENT
Pictures Courtesy Kaye Watson
WHAT’S BEST FOR YOUR HEART AND MIND?
Being physically active and limiting your sedentary behavior is the best for both your heart and mind. More than half of Australian adults are not active enough. Any activity that gets your body moving, making your breathing quicker and your heart beating faster is physical activity. According to the Australian Physical Activity and sedentary behavior guidelines we are recommended 30 minutes or more of physical activity on most days of the week. This can vary based on age and other factors. Walking is the easiest form of physical activity and helps build a healthy heart, mind and body.
It is excellent exercise for all ages and abilities.
Research has found evidence for the many benefits of walking and some of them are:
Strengthens the heart and improves lung function
Reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke by managing weight, blood pressure and cholesterol,
Helps in preventing and controlling Type 2
Diabetes
Improves balance and coordination, reducing the risks of falls
Maintains bone density reducing the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures
Prevents some form of cancers
Enhances emotional and psychological wellbeing and leads to better mental health
Boosts energy and improves sleep
If you choose to walk with others it can also turn into a social occasion building connection with new people and building community. Your motivation can be boosted and it also provides accountability and helps you be consistent in your routine. Whether you are healthy or have a chronic health condition it will benefit anyone who chooses to be active.
Tatura Community Walking group
If you would like to take steps towards the health of your heart and mind, you can make your move to be part of the Tatura Community Walking group. This is an initiative for the Community supported by HeartBeat Victoria and GV Health. Please call 03 5824 8400, GV Health Tatura hospital and register your interest and we will be in touch with you.
If you would like more information, please check out the links below:
https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/healthyliving/physical-activity/physical-activity-andexercise - Jenny John
CHRISTMAS BAG
Generations Op Shop would like to thank the Tatura community for supporting its Christmas Bag Drive in December. We were amazed at the many Tatura businesses and local people who were willing to join in, creating bags of goodies for the Christmas table. We were able to put together 54 bags which were distributed to local families known to our service and known to the local primary schools. This aimed to help ease the financial burden over Christmas. It was an
TOO MANY COUNTRY GARDENERS ARE MISSING OUT!
EPA Victoria says too many country gardeners are missing out on free soil screening from a government citizen science project that’s mapping soil conditions across the state.
The state’s environmental regulator says 2,000 home gardeners have registered and sent in more than 5,000 soil samples so far, but most have come from metropolitan Melbourne.
Victoria’s Chief Environmental Scientist Prof Mark Patrick Taylor says it’s a free service for home gardeners that does science and the environment a favour.
“Register on the EPA Victoria website, send in three small samples and you’ll receive a scientific assessment of your soil condition and the trace elements it contains,” Prof Taylor said.
“It’s a free offer to home gardeners anywhere in Victoria, but we’re not seeing many samples from country areas so far,” he said.
“EPA’s scientists will add your soil data to a study that is mapping soil condition across the state. You’ll be helping scientific research and getting a detailed report on what’s feeding your garden.”
So far, approximately 80% of the 5,800 individual samples screened have shown trace elements that are within recommended levels.
EPA provides a scientific report, and if the soil is not up to scratch, EPA can give you some tips on ways to manage your garden.
“Any home gardener who sends in samples can have scientific results for the price of the postage and ensure your family is gardening in soil you can trust – we just need more country people to get involved,” Prof Taylor said.
DRIVE THANKS
enormous effort by all and a huge thank you to everyone who contributed.
If you or anyone you know is struggling financially and needs food assistance, please reach out to Generations Op Shop by coming in store at 119 Hogan Street Tatura or contacting 03 58243059. The Food Bank is available during the following store opening hours: Monday to Friday, 10am-4pm.
- Jacqui Hall
TATURA ROTARY UPDATE
Our Container Deposit Scheme collection is still going strong! Thank you so much to the Tatura and neighbouring towns for the support with this scheme. It is giving Rotary the opportunity to put this money back into the community. From time to time we will need some ‘strong muscles’ to assist with the loading and drop off of the bags. We have a number of Rotarians not available or with health issues that preclude them from lifting. We will need volunteers for some weekdays over the next few months. Please watch the Tatura Rotary on the Move Facebook site for detail or contact info@taturarotary.org.au
Planning for Art Show 2025 over the long weekend in June is well under way. By the time this goes to print you will have seen us selling our raffle tickets and observed the posters in windows around town. For a successful Art Show we need artists! Entry forms are on the Art Show page on our website. If you are an artist, or know one, please come forward and enter. We have entries from all walks of life, some just beginning, others seasoned Art Show regulars. All are welcome.
And ‘save the date’ for our Gala Opening night on Friday 6 June! We have our stars of Australian Opera back again to sing songs from your favourite musicals and operas. Victory Hall is the ideal venue for this, the sound there is incredible. On opening night you also get hot savouries and of course the chance to have first pick of the art! – Save The Date.
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Register or see more details about GardenSafe on the EPA Victoria website: epa.vic.gov.au/ for-community/get-involved/citizen-scienceprogram/gardensafe
We also take this opportunity to thank the businesses who have already promised to support our show, we could not do this without their support. Our website is www.taturarotary.org.au
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WHAT’S ON AT THE KYABRAM TOWN HALL IN MARCH
A TEXTILE ARTIST’S ODYSSEY- An exhibition of Textile Art by MICHAEL HAMMER 3 March through to 17 May
Michael’s focus is on creating images which interpret nature and people in abstract, surreal or impressionist forms rather than pictorial or geometric images. His inspiration comes from observing the world around him and from his imagination.
THE PERFECT MIX – Work by local artists - Elly Trigwell, Lisa Wilkinson, Deb Emanuelli, Heidi Falson, Giselle Bolotin, Maree Santilla, Adam Witchell and John Stevens
This group of artists all live and work around or near Echuca, they have created a perfect mix of works to admire and for sale.
EXTREMITIES- New work by Splinter Contemporary Artists. At the end of a surface comes a point where it drops away. The extremity, the furthest point. In landscape painting this may be the horizon line or the edge of an abyss. It can also be thought of as a state of mind, a feeling of being at the end of the tether or a need to express extreme behaviour.
Splinter Artists explore the concept of Extremities and, as always, many interpretations are possible.
Book Reviews WITH KERRY…
A MAN CALLED POSSUM By Max Jones
Known only from fleeting glimpses to the people of South Australia’s Riverland region who gave his name, the Possum deliberately turned his back on society to live almost entirely off the land as a recluse along the banks of the Murray River.
It took Max Jones, country detective almost thirty years to solve the mystery behind the man called Possum.
An extraordinary man living an extraordinary life. A man willing to forgo the modern comforts and human interaction to live a life of harshness and freedom of the bush.
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TATFEST 2025 WHAT IS TRUTH?
do we identify truth? What is perceived as truth for one person may be an un-truth for another. But life affirming truth is a truth that brings about a wholeness to self and to the community around us. It ends up being self-affirming as it affirms the lives of those around us. This is why Jesus teaches us to love our neighbour as ourselves. It is a foundational truth about life lived in community. And it makes sense when we think about it. When we care for those around us, the community and therefore society itself begins to shift from a ‘me’ orientated group of individuals out to get the most for themselves, to an ‘us’ orientated society who stops and thinks about the other person – the other person in the supermarket or in a queue or behind the counter, the other driver on the road, the person walking past you on the street, the homeless person outside a shopfront, the teacher trying to teach our children, the person on the other end of the phone or even the local, state or federal government representative or worker. To care for and look out for others beyond ourselves creates a community and a society that functions in harmony with one another. And when a society lives in harmony it becomes life affirming for everyone – where all have a place to belong and thrive. This is the truth Jesus talks about when he tells his followers to love one another as we love ourselves, and this is why Jesus tells those very first followers “I am the way, the truth and the life.” For it is in turning towards Jesus that we find the ultimate truth of life itself
- Rev Cathy All Saints Anglican Church, Tatura
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AT TATURA LIBRARY
The school holidays are almost here again, and Goulburn Valley Libraries will have so much happening you’ll have the two weeks filled in no time. Tatura Library will have Giant Checkers available to play for the entire school holidays so you can drop in any time for some giant fun. Into video games instead? There is also an afternoon of fun for the gamers in the family when Tatura Library hosts a Nintendo Switch Gaming afternoon which will take place on Tuesday 8 April from 1:30pm to 5:30pm. There are plenty of games to choose from and several consoles so you can bring a friend. For the younger members of the community there will be a Rhyme Storytime Special Easter Eggstravaganza filled with Easter stories and Easter craft on Tuesday 15 April at 10:30am. On the same day at 11:30am everyone can join in a crafty activity called Tape Resist Bone Art where you can make a dinosaur outline using masking tape and paint.
The Tatura Library will be hosting a very special event when Orchestra Victoria visits as part of the Shepparton Festival. This year the library is hosting Musical Storytime: Bila’s Big Dance The presentation is based on the book Bila’s Big Dance by Rebbeca Chapman. Rebbeca is a proud Wiradjuri woman, who was born near the banks of the Murrumbidgee Bila (river). The composer, Tim Gray is a Gumbaynggirr/Wiradjuri man. Bila’s Big Dance is about Bila the Spoonbill. The water in the Yaba River is low, the country is in a drought, the waterbirds are hungry, and Bila knows he must do something to help. A rain dance could be the answer, but will Bila be able to bring together the waterbird mob? And can he lead them in a grand enough dance to make the rain fall again? The Orchestra will be visiting the Tatura Library at 11:00am on Thursday 10 April. The Orchestra returns to Tatura Library after a hugely popular performance last year. This is a free event aimed at younger members of the community. Bookings are strongly encouraged and can be made via the Shepparton Festival website. https://sheppartonfestival.org.au. Pick up your copy of the school holiday activity guide from the Tatura Library and start making plans today or check out the Goulburn Valley Libraries website https://www.gvlibraries.com.au.
- Bronwyn Cole
THE HARSTON HERALD
What busy few weeks we have had at Harston Primary School. On Friday in Week 4, Mr. Gillie had a very productive session with 4 of our students, teaming up to make Spaghetti Bolognese. The students went home with a yummy meal each and some new cooking skills! Well done everyone and thank you Mr. Gillie. On Tuesday 4th March we had a visit from Primary Care Connect who ran a physical education session with our students. Thanks to all involved.
We are encouraging parents/carers to become part of our School Council - your support is vital! Please contact the school if you are able to take part. We have had NAPLAN taking place recently, our Athletics Day on the 24 March, and our Dream City incursion on the 25 March. We also have a Dental Van visit on the 2 April. We hope to see excellent attendance by our students as we continue towards the end of term!
We have so much to offer at Harston Primary School, including experienced individualised teaching and Learning Tutor Initiative, fortnightly visits from our School Counsellor, weekly Speech Pathologist onsite, visiting Art and Library specialist sessions, sport sessions and friendly and welcoming support staff!
We encourage you to consider joining our caring community at Harston PS, with new enrolments always welcome!
- Maggie Armstrong
MERRIGUM HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Merrigum Historical Society Annual Heritage Day will be held on Sunday 13th April this year from 10am to 3pm. Come and see things done the “Hard way” with working demonstrations of old skills taking place on the day, such as hay-baling and chaff making, vintage engines, butter churning and lots more.
Adults $10.00 and Children $2.00. B.B.Q lunch will be available and a raffle. This event is held at the Merrigum Museum 111-113 Waverley Avenue Merrigum. Phone 0427 585 599
email: merrigummuseum@gmail.com
This popular event features demonstrations skills and crafts.
The Merrigum Historical Society consist of a small committee that works hard to provide an excellent range of displays, complemented by collectables and other exhibits.
The emphasis is on operating rather than static displays on the farm front, visitors can watch sheep shearing, sleeper making using a Broad Axe, hay-baling done by a 1940s stationary baler, milk-separating, butter churning and more.
On the household side ladies will be showing the effort that went into washing and ironing of clothes when using a washboard and stoveheated flat irons. Vintage engines will be in action, wood-turning and the General Store will have homemade cakes, biscuits, slices etc for purchase. The Merrigum Lions Club will be manning the B.B.Q Lunch.
The committee wish to acknowledge the support provided by Greater Shepparton City Council.
Further information or if you are interested in joining the volunteering committee of the Historical Society phone Bryan on 042705850599.
BRIAN BEARD PLUMBING
Sewing on a treadle machine
Creativity in the sandpit
Last year ‘Little Puggle’ was presented at the Tatura Library
APRIL FOOL’S DAY …
Many years ago, when I wasn’t quite the caring and sensitive soul that I now am, I decided to play a harmless practical joke (in my mind) on a couple of annoying work colleagues. The multinational company where I worked had eight factories dotted throughout Australia and New Zealand as well as an over-staffed head office in Sydney. It was the company’s practice to recruit bright, young people fresh from university and then send them around the various sites for six to twelve month stints to give them a well grounded understanding of the business, as well as allowing them the opportunity to prove themselves. It was called fast tracking. Unfortunately, most of these people had tickets on themselves and truly believed they would end up running the entire company in the not-sodistant future.
Two of these bright, young things were promoted to managerial positions at my factory and ended up sharing an office next to mine at the end of the passage. In order to protect the innocent, I will call them Brad and Susie. Brad had an engineering degree while Susie was making a name for herself in research and development. Our personalities and backgrounds were very different and we tended to annoy each other with very little provocation although we still managed to maintain a semi-polite, if frosty, relationship. However, it was during the course of sharing their office that Brad and Susie found true love and, according to them, it was a love like no other, (cue the violins).
April Fool’s Day on this particular occasion, fell on a Friday and it so happened that I had already completed my work for the week and was subsequently bored. In those days, there was no such thing as YouTube and cat videos, so while searching for ways to entertain myself, I heard the fax machine* outside my office announce a new arrival and when I plucked the paper from its grasp, I saw that it was the latest list of staff transfers and promotions sent from head office. These arrived every couple of months and I didn’t usually pay much attention to them as they rarely involved any staff from Tatura. However, as I looked at the paper, the whispers and giggles emanating from the office next door gave me an idea. I decided to transfer Brad back to Sydney, and to make it even more memorable, it would be in a marketing role, which, as an engineer, was something he had no expertise in.
I made an exact copy of the document on my computer and inserted Brad’s name along with instructions to commence his new role in Sydney on the following Monday. I then faxed it back through to the machine so that it would be on the correct fax paper and waited. About half an hour later,
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Brad wandered past and grabbed the fax. An animated conversation then broke out in their office accompanied by many incredulous exclamations and a moment later, they rushed up the corridor to talk to the factory manager (who I will call Big Al). The photo copier was located outside the factory manager’s office so under the pretext of doing some copying I was able to hear the entire conversation, as in their haste, they hadn’t shut the door. It went something like this:
Brad (no doubt waving the offending paper under Big Al’s nose): “Have you seen this? I’ve been transferred to Sydney.”
Big Al: “That’s the first I’ve heard of it, although with HR, that’s not surprising. I’m often the last to know.”
Brad: “But it says I’ve been transferred to marketing. I don’t know anything about marketing.”
Big Al: “In that case, you’ll probably do very well.”
Brad: “And it’s not even a promotion, it’s just a transfer.”
Susie: “And he has to start next Monday. Where’s he going to live?”
Big Al: “I’m sure HR will have something in mind.”
Brad: “I’ll have to terminate my lease here, pack up all my furniture and ship it to Sydney. It just seems a bit rushed.”
Big Al: “Don’t do anything just yet. Let me talk to HR and I’ll get back to you. Okay?”
I asked them what was going on as they walked past me and poor Susie was almost in tears. She’d only recently found the love of her life and now they were being torn apart. Life was so unfair. Brad, however, seemed more concerned that it was a transfer rather than a promotion.
Ah, the unrealistic expectations of the fast trackers. Now you might have thought that at this stage, I would blurt out, “Gotcha! April Fools!” and put them out of their misery but you’d be wrong. I popped into Big Al’s office and told him not to worry about calling HR, seeing as it was the first of April. He understood immediately and when Brad and Susie returned to find out if there was an update, he told them that HR was still looking into it. He must have found them annoying as well. I explained what I’d done to several of my colleagues and they happily dropped in on the two lovebirds to ‘console’ them in their time of grief. I let Brad and Susie stew for most of the day and then around three o’clock I ventured into their office. The following conversation then ensued:
Me: “Any news on your transfer?”
Brad: “No. Big Al says that HR have been in meetings all day.”
Me: I understand it’s a marketing role. I didn’t know you were interested in marketing.”
Brad: “I’m not. I don’t have the slightest interest in marketing. The whole thing is a bit of a stuff-up if you ask me.”
Me (failing to suppress a smile): “You do know what day this is, don’t you?”
Susie (who really was quite bright and knew I had a reputation for this type of thing): “What? You mean you made this whole thing up? How dare you play God with people’s lives!”
Brad: “What are you talking about?”
Susie (becoming increasingly agitated and angry): “He made the whole thing up. It’s a hoax.”
Brad (still unsure and not knowing whether to laugh or cry): “So I’m not being transferred?”
Me (retreating quickly as I noticed Susie looking around for a heavy object to throw): “No you’re not. I thought I’d bring you the good news myself. Have a nice weekend. Bye.”
Now for those of you who are thinking that I’m a mean person, in my defence, it was April Fool’s Day and I was bored. In addition to that, my harmless prank resulted in Brad and Susie realising how much they meant to each other and twelve months later they were married and all of the managers and staff were invited to the wedding apart from one. I wonder if you can guess who that was. As far as I was concerned, my little prank kept on giving as I didn’t have the expense of buying a wedding present. Interestingly, about five years after my little jape, Susie, after receiving a well-deserved promotion to England, returned to the factory with a couple of her associates and happily reminisced about the April Fool’s Day prank. See, time does heal all wounds.
*An antiquated method of sending messages, just one step up from sending a letter.
WORLD EVENTS in March
April 1 – April Fool’s Day. This day for playing practical jokes and hoaxes isn’t as popular as it once was, probably because the entire world has become one huge practical joke. So, let’s reclaim it by playing a few well thought out practical jokes on colleagues and friends. I’m sure they won’t be expecting it.
April 2 – World Pillow Fight Day. This is no ordinary pillow fight where you smack your brother over the head when he’s not looking and then laugh yourself silly. This is all about flash mobs getting together at an agreed location via the internet and then fighting it out. The record is 3,706 participants. Pillows stuffed with feathers are highly recommended as they make one hell of a mess. Apparently putting a cricket ball in your pillow is frowned upon. Sorry bro.
April 3 – World Street Party Day. The thinking here is that the opposite of war and suffering should not be to passively observe peace. Instead, people should actively participate in the celebration of life and what better way than to throw a street party and get together with your friends and neighbours. Time’s running out so get a move on! I’ll be checking my mailbox for the invitation.
April 5 – Tartan Day. This is a celebration of everything Scottish. The Scots are well-known for their kilts, whisky, eggs, and porridge but how many of us have been game enough to try eating a haggis? You will need a sheep’s heart, liver and lungs, minced with onions, oatmeal and suet (which is the raw, hard fat found around the sheep’s loins and kidneys), spices and salt and then encased in the sheep’s stomach. I’d give it a go myself but I can’t eat onions. Damn!
April 6 – International Day of Sport. This day recognises the power of sport in promoting peace and erasing cultural barriers worldwide. A fine example of this is the rampaging soccer mobs every time England or Russia play abroad.
April 7 – International Beer Day. Several countries around the world such as America, England and Iceland have decided that having a national beer day is a good idea. More enlightened countries such as Australia and Ireland have evolved to the point where every day can be considered a beer day. I’ll drink to that.
April 9 – Name Yourself Day. If you don’t like the name you were born with then this is your big opportunity to change it. It reminds me of that old joke where a man walks into the name registry office and says to the lady behind the counter, “I’d like to change my name.”
“Certainly,” replies the lady. “What is it at the moment?”
“Frank Fartbottom,” replies the man.
“Oh dear,” says the lady. “I can certainly understand why you want to change it. What would you like your new name to be?”
“Peter Fartbottom,” replies the man.
April 11 – Pet Day. Most households in Australia have a pet of some sort which happily fill a void in our lives. Here are a few facts about pets: With proper care, goldfish can live up to 40 years in a well-aerated tank, cats sleep for approximately 14 hours a day and dogs only sweat through the pads on their feet.
April 12 – Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day. The grilled cheese sandwich is such a nourishing, easy and quick snack to make and is famous in many parts of the world. The best way to celebrate this day is to make one and then eat it. Even the most inept man about the house should be capable of mastering this particular recipe.
April 14 – World Dolphin Day. This day is all about focussing worldwide attention on the plight of the dolphin with the aim being to stop the barbaric Japanese dolphin hunts. After all, how much scientific research do they need that actually involves killing the dolphins year after year?
April 15 – Reach as High as You Can Day – This is all about self-belief. Many of us don’t attempt something because we’re certain we’ll fail. Well, failure is an important part of success. Just ask JK Rowling, who was rejected by more than thirty publishers before one finally agreed to publish Harry Potter. Now she is richer than the king of England. So, try your hand at that thing you thought was impossible, so at the very least, you won’t die wondering. There’s a quote I like that says, “To be all that you can, you must dream of being more.”
April 16 – Wear Your Pyjamas to Work Day. This can be a lot of fun but I would strongly advise that you get together with a group of your co-workers and organise this as a social event at work. If you just turn
up in your pj’s by yourself then it may affect your chances of promotion. April 17 – World Lookalike Day. Most of us have some passing resemblance to somebody famous, whether they’re a sports star, film star, pop idol or television personality. On this day you can dress up and style your hair to resemble your lookalike. Over the years, for some unfathomable reason, people have suggested I have a vague resemblance to Groucho Marx, although I can’t see it myself. It’s quite obvious that George Clooney is my lookalike.
April 22 – Earth Day. The first Earth Day was held in 1970 amid fears for the future of the Earth. It was predicted that between 1980 and 1989, over 4 billion people would starve to death, including 6 million Australians. Well, in 2025, more people are dying of obesity worldwide than starvation. Now, apparently, the world is going to end in five years’ time. It seems there’s always something, so let’s forget about scare-mongering and celebrate our planet by going for a walk in the countryside to commune with Mother Nature. Take the time to stop and smell the roses but watch out for the bees.
April 26 – Get Organised Day. Are you lost in a sea of clutter? Is your filing system actually an odds and sods dumping ground? Well, the people who know what’s good for you have arranged this day to encourage you to stop procrastinating and tackle at least one of your many junk drawers. There’s a good chance that you will utter the words, “So that’s where that got to,” in the process.
April 29 – International Dance Day. This day is used to promote dance around the world and to recognise its place in society. What I can’t work out is how some people can look so cool on the dance floor without really trying, while others, such as myself, always look so daggy and unco-ordinated no matter how hard we try. Perhaps I’ll sign up for some dance lessons and give some poor dance teacher nightmares.
April 30 – International Jazz Day. Yes folks, another United Nations event to break down the barriers and foster mutual understanding and tolerance throughout the world. After all these years and countless events, you’d think we’d have finally gotten there but alas, apparently not. Perhaps we should just enjoy good jazz for the sake of enjoying the music and do away with the political correctness aspect. Be cool man!
- John Kriesfeld
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CUBBY HOUSE NEWS
There’s been plenty of excitement at the Cubby House, with children engaging in fun activities, hands-on learning, and creative play!
Cubby Library is Back!
Our Cubby Library has started up again, sparking curiosity and a love for books. Storytime has become a special part of our day, providing moments of calm and engagement as children explore new stories and old favourites.
Celebrating Chinese New Year
The children had a fantastic time celebrating Chinese New Year, diving into themed activities that helped them learn about this special occasion. From crafts to stories and interactive experiences, it was a vibrant and fun way to explore different cultures.
Summer Play: Sand, Water, and Misters!
With the summer heat in full swing, outdoor play has been all about staying cool. Diggers in the sandpit have kept little hands busy, while water play has been a favourite way to beat the heat. A big thank you to Tom and Jacob for setting up a new sprinkler and mister system, providing muchneeded relief on hot days!
Garden Goodies: Fresh and Delicious!
Our garden has been thriving, and the children have been thrilled to pick and eat fresh carrots straight from the soil. They also helped harvest our corn, which we cooked and enjoyed for lunch. Adding to the fun, we made a delicious carrot cake, teaching the children about cooking and healthy eating in a hands-on way.
Imaginative Play and Role-Modelling
The sandpit has transformed into a mini home, with children engaging in role-play using cooking equipment, setting up a dolls’ picnic area, and creating a cozy home corner. These activities help build social skills, creativity, and teamwork while making playtime even more enjoyable.
Healthy Smiles and Good Eating Habits
As part of our Smiles 4 Miles program, we’ve been learning about the importance of dental care and healthy eating. The children have enjoyed revisiting the book Tooth Monster which helps reinforce positive habits in a fun and engaging way.
It’s been a busy and exciting time at Cubby House, and we can’t wait for more fun-filled adventures ahead!
The Cubby is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm in the orange building on Kerferd Street. Give us a call at 5824 1315 or 0490 117 030 to chat with our friendly staff, learn more about our approach, and book a visit to experience The Cubby difference!
QUIZ answers
VISIT OF FORMER ROTARY EXCHANGE STUDENT
A recent overseas visitor to Tatura was George Luzuriaga now living in Hawaii. George was the first Rotary Exchange Student to be hosted for a period of one year by the newly formed, Rotary Club of Tatura. George came to Tatura in 1964 from the Philippines and was hosted by a number of Rotarians for a period of one month each.
During that year George attended the Shepparton High School, travelling each day from Tatura by bus. He became very popular with his host families and with his school mates despite his diverting several potential Australian Rules Football Stars to Basketball.
The following year,1965, George returned to Shepparton High School, privately, in order to complete his matriculation certificate. This time hosted for three months each by several of his hosts from the previous year.
George made a further return to Tatura in 2024, but hearing of the approaching 75th Wedding Anniversary of his first hosts, Lurline and Arthur Knee, which was planned for April 2025, he decided to return again for that occasion. However, with the death of Lurline, he amended his plans in order to attend Arthur’s
100 years birthday in February this year.
Judy and Jack Forster have hosted George in each of his recent visits to Tatura, Judy is a former Rotary Exchange Student chosen by the Rotary Club of Tatura to spend a year in the Philippines, being hosted for some of this time with the Luziaraga family and other families who had their student hosted in Tatura.
George was initially employed by a commercial bank in the Philippines but was transferred to the island of Guam. There he was able to obtain citizenship of the United States of America.
This allowed him to move to Los Angeles where he established a successful business manufacturing office and home furniture.
George is now planning his retirement which he hopes will be back in the Philippines.
ARE PLASTIC CUTTING BOARDS SNEAKING MICROPLASTICS INTO YOUR FOOD?
Plastic cutting boards are a common kitchen staple, but did you know they could be a hidden source of microplastic exposure? Daily chopping creates tiny cuts on the surface, releasing microscopic plastic particles into your food. Over time, ingesting these microplastics may disrupt hormones, affect fertility, alter gut health, and contribute to other health concerns.
But cutting boards aren’t the only kitchen culprits. Non-stick cookware, plastic utensils, food storage containers, coffee pods, tea
We pride ourselves on good old
10 - Blue, Red, Yellow, Green, Black
Scoring.
0–2. Struggle Street. Watching reality TV and texting your friends on the phone has some benefits but gaining general knowledge isn’t one of them
3-5. Bland Street. There you go again, another average performance which is about average for people who perform averagely. As Mr Mediocre says, “It’s normal to be average.”
6-7. Above Average (sort of). Well done! You’re clearly better than normal. Of course, you
should realise that you can now be legitimately called abnormal.
8-9. Smarty Pants. You have a well-rounded grasp of general knowledge. Unfortunately, there’s always one or two questions that trip you up. Perhaps we should allow you to reject your two worst answers.
10. Genius. There were some difficult questions here so getting every question correct either puts in in the top 5% of the population for intelligence or the top 1% for sheer flukes. You choose.
bags, cling film, plastic kettles, air fryers, and bottled drinks can also release hormonedisrupting chemicals.
To reduce exposure, consider switching to natural alternatives like wooden or bamboo cutting boards, glass or stainless-steel storage, and ceramic or cast-iron cookware.
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Recipes
Ingredients
4 cups Butternut Squash (diced into cubes)
2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (divided)
3/4 cup Quinoa (uncooked)
1 1/4 cups Water
8 cups Baby Spinach (finely chopped)
1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
1/2 cup Pumpkin Seeds
1/2 cup Dried Unsweetened Cranberries
Instructions
Roast the Butternut Squash:Preheat the oven to 420°F (215°C) and line a baking sheet with paper. Toss the butternut squash with half the olive oil, then spread evenly on the baking sheet. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden and tender.
Cook the Quinoa: In a saucepan, combine the quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
Sauté the Spinach (Optional): Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the spinach and sauté for about 3 minutes, until wilted. Alternatively, you can keep the spinach raw for a fresh texture.
Assemble the Bowl: In the skillet, combine the cooked quinoa, roasted butternut squash, and balsamic vinegar. Toss well to combine. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve & Enjoy: Divide into bowls and top with pumpkin seeds and dried cranberries. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
“ We pride ourselves on good
George Luzuriaga with his first Tatura Hosts of 1964, Lurline and Arthur Knee
"EMPOWER YOUR MENOPAUSAL
GREAT ACTIVITY FOR THE HOLIDAYS
CAN YOU PLEASE EXPLAIN THIS TO ME? by Ma Merle
Thursday 28th of September marks 54 years since a meteor broke up and showered across the township of Murchison at 10.58am.
Over that time, as technological advances have provided the ability to study the Murchison meteorite in more and more detail, scientists have learnt a great deal about our universe and the solar system. Murchison meteorite is considered ‘a treasure trove for science’.
“After a very sincere and open conversation with Garry in which I put all my cards on the table, the outcome was this,” I said as I sat with Agnes at her house. “I have reflected on my life Agnes and there are some areas that I intend to change.” I looked gently at Agnes, who was very quiet and did look a little apprehensive. I guess she was hoping I was not dumping her as a friend as I know how much she relies on our friendship and particularly my support.
The Murchison meteorite is a one of the rarest types known and one of the most extensively studied. It is classified as a carbonaceous chondrite - only 1% of all known meteorites are of this type. It is estimated to be more than 4.6 billion years old - older than our sun and the planets. It came into existence when our Solar System as we know it today, was still forming.
I nodded as I continued, “There are several areas Agnes, that require my attention. I am making changes to my health, my eating and exercising, my friendships, my living arrangements and...” I paused momentarily, “my relationship with Garry.”
One of the fascinating features of the Murchison meteorite is the presence of amino acids, the building blocks of DNA, the genetic code in living cells. Some scientists think they represent primitive life forms. Scientific studies have identified the presence of sugar, salt, water and many primitive organic materials. The latest study has identified star dust 7 billion years old – nothing else on planet earth is this old!
Agnes still sat quietly and expectantly, while her eyes widened slightly. “Intentions are everything Agnes,” I said, “and I realised that I have been just plodding along and not really making plans or thinking about my future. I think maybe that it’s something that happens when you start to age. Well, as you are ageing. You know what I mean Agnes, clearly, I have not just begun to age,” I said as I fumbled with my words.
JOURNEY: A HEALTHIER APPROACH TO WELLNESS"
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“Yes, I suppose.” I didn’t care for her lecture so I continued. “We spoke openly about Garry and what role he had in my life too. He said that I had been living for too long in the memory of my time with his father and that now I was becoming stuck in that life without being open to any changes that could be enjoyable or positive.”
GREAT ACTIVITY FOR THE HOLIDAYS
50 YEARS AGO
Very Satisfactory Says Show Secretary
Thursday 28th of September marks 54 years since a meteor broke up and showered across the township of Murchison at 10.58am. Over that time, as technological advances have provided the ability to study the Murchison meteorite in more and more detail, scientists have learnt a great deal about our universe and the solar system. Murchison meteorite is considered ‘a treasure trove for science’.
by Andy Crawford
Tatura Show officials received a pleasant surprise late on Saturday night when clerks had finished tallying gate receipts from last Saturday’s show.
The New Entrance
WHAT IS YOUR PURPOSE IN LIFE?
SACRED HEART PRIMARY SCHOOL
Book Week
‘What is my purpose in life and how do I find it?’ is a very difficult question to answer for most people, and the fact is, as you grow and change, your purpose will also tend to change. My ADDING VALUE TO YOUR LIFE workshop, advertised in this edition, will definitely help you to find the answer to this question.
“I think I am following,” said Agnes encouragingly. “Please do go on.” “Yes, of course Agnes. Well, if you don’t make a plan or set your intentions then life just happens randomly, but if you look at what you would like more or even less of in life, then that’s when you start to take charge. Wouldn’t you agree Agnes?”
Over the years, Murchison Historical Society has gathered a collection of short films about the meteorite, some the Society has arranged to be made, others are by keen meteorite collectors and scientists, others by the ABC and all are professionally filmed. On Thursday the 28th September, with a morning and an afternoon session, the films will be screened providing a MOVIE MARATHON!
“I would Merle, oh yes I would,” replied Agnes, although she still looked a little confused.
Come along and enjoy seeing the mysteries of the Murchison meteorite revealed!
Kay Ball, Murchison & District Historical Society.
“So, after our unfortunate meeting with Monica McMurtle a couple of weeks ago, I did a lot of thinking. Sometimes people who annoy us the most can also enlighten us.”
Agnes looked at me keenly. “Merle, have you been reading some new age books or watching life skills videos? I mean you are speaking very differently to normal, which is okay. I mean either way is okay. I wouldn’t say one was worse or better if you know what I mean?”
PROBUS
Agnes was just rambling now so I cut her off before she could say anything else confusing or contradictory. “I actually did speak to someone Agnes; I spoke to my son George. I was open and honest and so was he. I can’t say I wanted to hear everything he had to say, but I did ask for him to be honest.”
Agnes still sat very quietly and very still with her hands resting gently in her lap.
We had a very interesting trip to Avenel on 17th August, made more so by having a local, Tom Newton, come on board the bus and give us some history about Avenel, before driving around the area pointing out items of interest such as the old bridge and Fowles Winery. We then had a very nice lunch at the local café (all homecooked delights) before driving out to Longwood to visit the Gem shop. A stop at Nagambie for a cuppa on the way home was a nice way to end a very pleasant day’s outing. Olwyn Milner was our Member Behind the Badge in August, while Megan Williams from the Camel Farm at Kyabram, gave us a very informative talk on the complexities of getting wild camels to settle into becoming milking camels. Then we heard of the problems involved in getting permission to sell the milk, the need for increasing upgrades of their equipment as their herd size increased, developing markets for their milk, extending their product range to include soaps and skin care products and finally the decision to downsize. They now milk just 60 camels. Some members were interested in purchasing some of the soaps and skin products that Megan had brought along. President Mike Shay thanked Megan for her interesting talk.
“I told George that Monica was chasing after Garry and that she had offended me to my face about being overweight and unfit. I was looking for sympathy but instead I got honesty. My son said, “Mum, I love you but you can be very stubborn.” I started to contradict him when he reminded me that I had asked him to speak freely. He went on to say that if I continued to be sedentary and eat poorly then my health would only decline. It will not magically improve just because I wanted it to. My heart and other organs would be under strain too. He said I didn’t need to stop eating the things I like but maybe to limit them. He also said that regular and gentle exercise would do me the world of good. Not only physically but mentally. Although I didn’t really want to hear it, I knew that what he was saying was correct.” Agnes’s eyes were very wide and she had a happy glow about her. “Merle, these are the things that I have mentioned to you before and now you can see why. Its because they are the things that make our life easier not harder.”
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Once again Agnes sat quietly with her hands back in her lap and she did not deliver any long-winded I told you so’s.
“He said that I needed to look at the whole thing objectively. Pros and Cons. That I should write down all the things that would improve for me if I cohabitated with Garry and all the things that would possibly be problematic. He reminded me to keep in mind that in every relationship people always annoy each other, but that’s part of life. He said he wanted to see me happy and with a life that was easier and more enjoyable. I had no idea that my son was so very wise, Agnes.”
Secretary Jim Trevaskis said yesterday that receipts totalled $17,093, which more than equalled last year’s gate takings. A small crowd in the morning brought anxious looks to the faces of show officials, but these turned to smiles by mid-afternoon as the crowd built up considerably.
Triumph For Jim
NEW ENTRANCE TO TOOLAMBA CEMETERY
The Murchison meteorite is a one of the rarest types known and one of the most extensively studied. It is classified as a carbonaceous chondrite - only 1% of all known meteorites are of this type. It is estimated to be more than 4.6 billion years old - older than our sun and the planets. It came into existence when our Solar System as we know it today, was still forming.
We recently celebrated Book Week and the joy books bring to us all. There were various activities planned for the week finishing with our Book Parade on Friday, Aug 25 at 9am. Children and staff came dressed as their favourite book character. We especially welcomed our pre-schoolers dressed up for the parade. It was great to see families and friends join us.
Bloke’s Breakfast
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Agnes pulled a weird face, but she often did, so I ignored it. “And did you do the list?” she finally asked.
One of the fascinating features of the Murchison meteorite is the presence of amino acids, the building blocks of DNA, the genetic code in living cells. Some scientists think they represent primitive life forms. Scientific studies have identified the presence of sugar, salt, water and many primitive organic materials. The latest study has identified star dust 7 billion years old – nothing else on planet earth is this old!
Toolamba Cemetery Trust recently received funding from Health Victoria Cemeteries Fund Program to install a new entrance to the cemetery.
Veteran Tatura Sheep dog trial competitor Jim Nevett (74) has waited a long time to realise a lifelong ambition. Last week in Canberra Jim’s dream became a reality when he won the national open with his 14 year old dog Astronut Glen. The Champ-ionships attracted an all-time record entry of 527 entries including most of the top sheep dogs from all parts of Australia.
Parking Inspector in Action
Local company Toolamba Metal Works undertook the project on behalf of the Trust.
Other works included establishing a new driveway from the entrance into the cemetery grounds, One Stop Civil carried out these works. The new entrance and driveway give the cemetery a real facelift.
Our dads, grandfathers, stepdads, and other special friends joined us for our Bloke’s Breakfast on Friday, September 1. Thank you to those who joined us for breaky with their children before heading off to work, and those who stayed to join us for our Athletics Carnival.
Athletics Carnival
My name is John Kriesfeld and many people in the area know me from either my teaching days, my working days at Unilever, my work with the Bulletin, or for my writing and will wonder how this came about. I have been very interested in the area of personal growth for many years and have done a great deal of research and study to improve and develop my knowledge. I have also been fortunate to have my marvellous wife Sharron (she told me to write that), to call upon for adding value to my learning and to answer my endless questions. Sharron has studied and been accredited in various areas of personal growth for the past thirty years and has been an excellent source of knowledge. She currently delivers training to businesses about developing a healthy productive workplace culture.
All children participated in our annual school athletics with zest and gusto. We began our day with marching, then the children ran, jumped, threw and had a great day.
“Oh yes I did Agnes, and there was a lot on the cons side but I soldiered on and met with Garry to discuss the whole thing.”
Agnes’s eyes grew even wider. “You met with Garry? Merle, what happened? I can barely breathe with suspense.”
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“I told Garry that I needed to speak to him about Monica and about the friendship he and I shared. I told him that although we were not in a relationship, I did care dearly about our friendship and that I did not like hearing Monica gloat about spending time with him and meeting up with him at the gym. I also did not like that he might go off with her if she pushed hard enough.”
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Agnes was silent and agog.
Recipes
I nodded again. “Garry said that Monica was just lonely and that people our age do seek out relationships. She was merely trying to find a mate to share her life with. I must have looked worried as he immediately went on to say that he was not the person for her.”
POMEGRANATE YOGURT BARK
Over the years, Murchison Historical Society has gathered a collection of short films about the meteorite, some the Society has arranged to be made, others are by keen meteorite collectors and scientists, others by the ABC and all are professionally filmed. On Thursday the 28th September, with a morning and an afternoon session, the films will be screened providing a MOVIE MARATHON!
The cemetery is a quite small country cemetery nestled amongst river gums with several older grave sites dating back many years through to the more recent, and it is well worth a visit just to wander through and contemplate.
Motorists in the Rodney Shire in particularly the towns of Mooroopna and Tatura are warned to strictly observe parking laws in future or run the risk of prosecution. As from next month Traffic Inspector Graham Clapp will be patrolling the Shire and will be booking motorists for parking infringements. It was particularly pointed out that many motorists were parking illegally in front of the Post Offices in both towns. (Parking Inspectors are still often spotted patrolling Hogan St.)
- Sharon Law
Nepal Films
MERRIGUM HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Come along and enjoy seeing the mysteries of the Murchison meteorite revealed!
Green Depression Glass Exhibition
Kay Ball, Murchison & District Historical Society.
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For Victorian Seniors Festival Month of October, the Museum will hold an exhibition on Green Depression Glass. The Museum will be open from 10pm to 1pm each day from Sunday 1st October to Sunday 8th October.
Prior to creating the workshop, I had felt that although I still have a full and interesting life, there was more that I needed to do, and the clock is ticking. One evening recently, I spoke to my brother, who is 73 years old and still working full-time, and asked him when he was going to retire and he said that although he would like to, he had absolutely no idea what he would like to do if he did retire as he didn’t want to spend the rest of his life sitting at home vegetating.
Thanks to the Lions Club for cooking our sausages at lunch. The money raised from this went to the Lions Kids Cancer Appeal, with nearly $500 being donated.
After all the fun and exercise the winning teams were announced: Geary won the marching, Frayne the overall athletics and McAuley won the PBIS award for being responsible, respectful, resilient and their best. Winners all round really.
“I just don’t know what question to ask first Merle,” blurted Agnes. “Why not? I mean what did he say?”
Ingredients
1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
1/3 cup Pomegranate Seeds
1 tbsp Pumpkin Seeds
“I will tell you what he said Agnes because it was the very thing that made me make my decision.”
Directions: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, was paper or a silicone mat.
Agnes was almost sitting in my lap by this stage as she had moved ever so close to me with her wide eyes fixed upon me, staring.
Spread the yogurt evenly onto the lined baking sheet, about ¼ inch thick. Sprinkle the pomegranate and pumpkin seeds over the top.
Place in the freezer until very firm, about 2 hours. Slice or break apart into pieces.
Notes: Leftovers: Keep frozen in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to two months. Line with parchment paper between the pieces if needed.
Serving Size: Each serving equals approximately one 3 x 2.5” piece.
“He said, “Merle, I will tell you two things. Firstly, Monica is not the one for me because I like my women to be honest, with a healthy sense of independence and strength. I like them to say what they think even if it upsets people. I like them to be sure in themselves and that they don’t actually need someone to make their life complete. I like them to cook great cakes and eat them too. I like them to be able to care for me but for me to be able to care for them also. I like them to be stubborn and headstrong. I like them to complain about cats but take in a stray and care for it. And the second thing Merle is that I like that person to be you, Merle.”
Dairy-Free: Use coconut yogurt instead.
More Flavour: Add vanilla extract and your sweetener of choice.
Agnes started crying and almost lost her balance off the couch as she reached for her hanky. “Then what did you say Merle?”
“I showed him my list Agnes; I showed him my list.”
Additional Toppings: Add in strawberry slices, blueberries, crushed pistachios, sliced almonds, hemp seeds, shredded coconut or chocolate chips.
Why is life so complicated? Why are relationships so complex? Can someone please explain? Anyone?
Newly installed president Mrs J Heslop screened films depicting life in Nepal at the annual meeting of the Tatura RSL Ladies Auxiliary. Mrs Heslop was thanked by RSL President Mr V Gross on behalf of members and guests. Installing the new office bearers Mr Gross thanked the Auxiliary for its sterling support and wished members another successful year. Other office bearers are; Vice-Presidents Mesdames H Berwick and M Crawford, Secretary Mrs J Steen, Treasurer Mrs M Murton, Stall Captain Mrs E Bathman.
PROBUS
On Saturday 7th October the museum will be opened from 9am to 2pm.
Entry is $5.00 a head, $2.00 for children.
Bronze for Robyn
We had a very interesting trip to Avenel on 17th August, made more so by having a local, Tom Newton, come on board the bus and give us some history about Avenel, before driving around the area pointing out items of interest such as the old bridge and Fowles Winery. We then had a very nice lunch at the local café (all homecooked delights) before driving out to Longwood to visit the Gem shop. A stop at Nagambie for a cuppa on the way home was a nice way to end a very pleasant day’s outing.
Thirteen year old Robyn Uebergang of Tatura won a bronze medal in the Victorian Junior 100 metres breaststroke final in Melbourne. Robyn was swimming at the Victorian Junior Swimming Championships at the Olympic pool. Robyn and another promising Tatura junior, Justine Mactier (13) can be seen in action at the Tatura Swimming Carnival next Sunday.
The museum is open at 111-113 Waverley Avenue Merrigum, every second Sunday of each month from 10am to 3pm Visiting outside of hours is welcome by arrangement. For group bookings please phone Flo on 5855 2330
Greyhound Tips by Ken Pewtress
Olwyn Milner was our Member Behind the Badge in August, while Megan Williams from the Camel Farm at Kyabram, gave us a very informative talk on the complexities of getting wild camels to settle into becoming milking camels. Then we heard of the problems involved in getting permission to sell the milk, the need for increasing upgrades of their equipment as their herd size increased, developing markets for their milk, extending their product range to include soaps and skin care products and finally the decision to downsize. They now milk just 60 camels. Some members were interested in purchasing some of the soaps and skin products that Megan had brought along. President Mike Shay thanked Megan for her interesting talk.
In race 6 ‘Proper Duke’ will show more dash than Ian Samblebe did after that waitress at his first and last Greyhound of the Year dinner. In race 8 ‘Kalib’ will go faster than an Afghan on the new sand surface at Shepparton. Race ten should prove a big betting race and could see more plunges than the Tatura pool.
Junior Tennis Champ
Katie Robbins won her finals match against Marita Deane. Katie defeated Marita 8-3 to win the Tatura Tennis Club’s junior girls championship last week.
TATURA LIONS CLUB
Table Tennis Tonight
Congratulations to our two hard working Lions Keith and Pam on receiving the District Governors pin, presentation was made by 2nd Vice District Governor Kim Low during his recent visit to the Club.
The first practice of the season for the Tatura Table Tennis Association will be held tonight in Wilson Hall at 8pnm in conjunction with the annual meeting. Any interested players who are unable to attend tonight may contact Alex Carter or Geoff Williams for further information.
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Thank you to our parent volunteers, your help on the day was greatly appreciated.
As we see the term come to an end we look forward to a restful holiday and beginning the new term in our new buildings.
The thought occurred to me that there must be many other people who felt the same way, so I sat down and created this workshop to cover the following subjects: unfulfilled potential, raising self-awareness and achieving success, happiness and contentment, individual uniqueness, core values and beliefs, fears, phobias and regrets, comfort zones, mental and physical health, skills sets, and creating new goals and a vision for the future.
CWA GOULBURN VALLEY WEST GROUP
- Mr Dom Poppa, Assistant Principal
To test its effectiveness, I took my brother through my program and by the end of it, he had discovered what he wanted to do when he retired. All of a sudden, his life had a new purpose, and I could immediately sense the positive change to his energy.
TENNIS IN TAT
Calling all past, present and new players for the upcoming tennis season in the Goulburn Murray Lawn Tennis Association due to start Saturday, October 14.
If you and some family or friends are interested in playing at the Tatura Lawn Tennis Club, please get your names in to Tony as soon as possible, and definitely before September 30, so we can get our teams happening. There are different grade options to play in. Taking names now - Call Tony 0417 542 422
ADDING VALUE TO YOUR LIFE
If you feel that your life is lacking purpose, that you are stuck in a rut, and that today is the same as yesterday, and tomorrow will be the same as today, then this workshop is definitely for you. Come along and learn how to add value to your life.
The season runs for nine weeks before Christmas and six weeks after. Be a part of a great club, make new friends, keep fit, live your best life in the sunny outdoors playing team tennis.
Over the course of three hours, John Kriesfeld will impart his knowledge on a variety of subjects including unfulfilled potential, comfort zones and creating new goals to help you find your way forward.
Where: The Tatura Community House
When: Thursday, April 10 from 1pm to 4pm.
Cost: $60 - cash or card on the day (includes a workbook and afternoon tea) Call John on 0459 572 959 to book your place now. Places are definitely limited.
Recently the local CWA Goulburn Valley West Group held their annual Craft Exhibition at the Victory Hall here in Tatura. It was an outstanding success; the CWA members would like to thank you for supporting this wonderful event. We estimate just over 200 people came through on Sunday. Behind the scenes there is a committee of people who assist in making this event something to remember, on Friday the hall is set up by the craft committee, often with the help of the Husbands with a special thanks to Alex Ranson and his truck, it would be remiss not to mention the Men who help, as moving tables, setting up, packing up is a massive task. Oh, but come Saturday, the place comes alive with the members bringing in the entries, the items they have been sewing, crocheting, knitting, painting, photography, an idea they would have had, in their mind to have that edge of perfection, to display and share their skills to others in the Group. Plants, and flower arrangements are set up on the tables, the cooking is often done the day before as freshness is paramount. Articles are hung so as to showcase the technical handwork and stitching. This needs to be set up and finalised well before the CWA accredited Judges arrive to do what they do best. Checking for details, test and taste and finally report their findings.
So, for more information, check out my advertisement and then book your place as numbers are limited. Apart from three hours of your time and your payment, what do you have to lose?
The Devonshire Tea is always popular and forms part of the entry fee, the scones are made early Sunday morning with lashes of jam and cream to satisfy, as fresh as possible on the day. Sunday was full on with visitors waiting for the doors to open, the ‘Stewards’ CWA members are watching as isn’t it tempting to want to pick up something for a closer look. Members arrived to find how their entries were judged, and it wasn’t long before the hall was a bustle of excitement!
The Branches have a competition between themselves called 5 small articles and also 6 articles representing ‘Father’s Day’, all were
and how the Judge can decide is
TATURA BL I ND S
WHAT WE REMEMBER MOST
It had been a week of shifting gears, literally and figuratively.
The week began, as it usually does, with me leading and preaching at our Sunday church service.
By Monday morning, I had transitioned from the pulpit to the vineyard, overseeing the start of our grape harvest. The picking team were in full swing by early morning, but my day took a detour as I led a funeral service, standing with a grieving family in their moment of loss. Tuesday and Wednesday saw me overseeing picking and driving truckloads of grapes to Leocata’s Transport in Tatura, ensuring our deliveries made it to Brisbane and Sydney. Then came Thursday, another day of picking, until I had to pause mid-morning to attend our Parish AGM. At these meetings, I usually offer a brief reflection to set the tone, but as I sat there, I realised, not only had I nothing prepared. Worse still, my mind was completely blank. In a week packed with different roles and responsibilities, my thoughts were scrambled. I tried to recall what I had preached about on Sunday, but for the life of me, I couldn’t remember a single word of my own sermon.
What I did remember, however, was a conversation I had after the service. We had visitors that day, a young family juggling small children, and they had made a point of telling me how much they appreciated the sermon. They found it relevant, they said, and the highly visual way I presented it made it easy to follow, even in the midst of wrangling little ones. It struck me that while I couldn’t recall my own words, I remembered how people’s response to the sermon felt good
The Power of Feeling Over Words
This reminded me of something I’ve long believed about funerals. When preparing a funeral service, Celebrants take great care in choosing the right words, crafting prayers,
readings, and eulogies that honour a person’s life, but in reality, most people in the depths of grief will struggle to recall exactly what was said. What they will remember is how they felt, whether they experienced comfort, dignity, and love in that sacred moment of farewell.
We see this dynamic in the Gospels as well, for example, the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand. Preceding this event is an entire day of Jesus’ teaching, including a whole sermon, possibly, many sermons, but not a single word of that teaching is recorded by the disciples. Instead, what they remember, and what they pass down to us, is one simple instruction from Jesus: “You give them something to eat.” What stayed with the disciples wasn’t the content of the lesson, but the feeling of responsibility and challenge that Jesus placed upon them. And the miraculous way in which the crowd was fed.
So, as I sat in that AGM, still struggling for something to say, I decided to tell this story. I shared how I had completely forgotten my own sermon, but that our visitors had remembered that it made them feel welcome and included
To my surprise and delight, several members of our congregations jumped in to remind me of key points from my sermon. They had remembered! But their memories weren’t just about the words I had spoken; they were about how those words had connected with their lives.
Showing Up, Even When We Have No Words This brings me to something we all experience at some point: the fear of not knowing what to say.
How often do we hesitate about visiting someone who is grieving because we’re afraid we won’t have the right words? How many times have we avoided difficult conversations with a friend going through a hard time because we don’t know how to respond? But what if words are not the most important thing? What
if, instead, our presence and our willingness to simply be with someone, is what truly matters?
Some of the most meaningful encounters I’ve had with people in times of grief or difficulty have involved very few words. A hand on a shoulder, a listening ear, a shared silence, these can speak more powerfully than any well-crafted sentence. In those moments, what people will remember isn’t what we said, but how we made them feel
Being People of Grace
So, what does this mean for how we live?
I believe it calls us to be people of grace, people who make others feel loved, accepted, and welcome, whether or not we have the right words.
It means showing up for those who are hurting, not with answers or solutions, but with kindness and presence. It means being intentional about how we make others feel, knowing that long after words fade, emotions remain.
Most of us won’t be remembered for our speeches, sermons, or clever conversations but we will be remembered for the warmth we brought into a room, the encouragement we offered in a tough time, the way we made others feel valued and cared for.
As we go about our busy weeks, juggling responsibilities, shifting from one role to another, perhaps we can let go of the pressure we put on ourselves to always say perfect words. Instead, we can focus on being fully present, offering what we have, and trusting that it is enough.
Because in the end, people may forget what we say, but they will never forget how we made them feel
This is the gospel and it’s good news.
Brian Spencer, Minister, Grapegrower and Truck Driver.
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FLOWERS WORD SEARCH
Find and circle all of the hidden words about flowers
FLOWERS WORD SEARCH
The left-over letters reveal a secret message
Find and circle all of the hidden words about flowers. The left-over letters reveal a secret message
ARTHUR KNEE’S RECENT BOOK RELEASE
Pictured is Arthur Knee who recently celebrated his 100th birthday. His latest publication covers Arthur’s working life as the Engineer of the Rodney Shire for over 35 years. Arthur has chosen 95 highlights of his career in Tatura and district and they will raise many a chuckle from all walks of life. This is an amazing insight into our history and this valuable recording of these events is to be applauded, congratulations Arthur.
1. Which planet has the greatest gravity?
a. Uranus
b. Neptune
c. Saturn
d. Jupitor
2. What is the largest internal organ in the human body?
a. Liver
b. Heart
c. Gallbladder
d. Stomach
3. Which continent is home to the largest desert on Earth?
a. Antarctica
b. Australia
c. Egypt
d. Russia
4.The UN Security Council consists of how many members?
a. Five
b. Six
c. Seven
d. Eight
5. What is the northernmost country in Africa?
a. Morocco
b. Algeria
c. Tunisia
d. Libya
6. Which is the most populated city in Australia?
a. Canberra
b. Sydney
c. Melbourne
d. Brisbane
ACACIA DELPHINIUM PANSY
ACACIA DELPHINIUM PANSY
ACORN DREAM BALM PETUNIAS
ACORN DREAM BALM PETUNIAS
ALIASIS EDELWEISS PIERIS
ALIASIS EDELWEISS PIERIS
ALYSSUM GERANIUM PINKS
ALYSSUM GERANIUM PINKS
ANEMONE GLADIOLUS PRIMROSE
7. What was the original name of Melbourne before it was changed?
a. Yarra Yarra
b. Brighton
c. Flinders
d. Batmania
8. What is the capital of Finland?
ASCOT GRAPE ROSEMARY
ANEMONE GLADIOLUS PRIMROSE
a. Helsinki
ASPEN HEATHER SAGE
ASCOT GRAPE ROSEMARY
b. Copenhagen
ASPEN HEATHER SAGE
ASTER HIBISCUS SALVIA
AZALEA HYSSOP SCILLA
ASTER HIBISCUS SALVIA
BEGONIAS IRIS SEDUM
AZALEA HYSSOP SCILLA
BLUEBELLS KERRIA SNOWBALL BUSH
BEGONIAS IRIS SEDUM
BOTTLEBRUSH LARKSPUR SNOWDROPS
BLUEBELLS KERRIA SNOWBALL BUSH
BOUGAINVILLEA LEWISIA SWEET PEA
BOTTLEBRUSH LARKSPUR SNOWDROPS
BROOM LILAC TACCA
BOUGAINVILLEA LEWISIA SWEET PEA
BUTTERCUP LILY THALIA
BROOM LILAC TACCA
BUTTERFLY BUSH MAPLE THISTLE
BUTTERCUP LILY THALIA
CROCUS MARIGOLDS THYME
c. Oslo
d. Stockholm
9. The cheese, gouda, originated in which country?
a. France
b. Netherlands
c. Scotland
d. Denmark
10. What are the five colours of the Olympic rings?
a. Blue, Red, Yellow, Green, Black
CYCLAMEN NAMENIA TULIP
BUTTERFLY BUSH MAPLE THISTLE
CROCUS
DAHLIA ORCHID WALL
MARIGOLDS THYME
b. White, Black, Red, Blue, Green
c. Red, White, Blue, Green, Black
DAISY OLEANDER
CYCLAMEN NAMENIA TULIP
DAHLIA
ORCHID WALL
d. Black, Green, Orange, Red, Blue
TATURA BOWLS CLUB
There have been many exciting events at the Tatura Bowls Club in recent weeks. Club members have continued to play their championship finals. These included:
* Ken Cornell and Mark Spencer (Men’s 21UP)
* John Evans and Charlie Lawson (Men’s B Grade Final)
* Bec Martino and Franci Britten (Ladies’ 100UP)
* Mark Spencer and John Evans (Men’s 100UP).
Congratulations to the Winners Ken Cornell (21UP), John Evans (Men’s B Grade), Bec Martino (Ladies 100UP) and Mark Spencer (Men’s 100UP). The Championship Finals were marked by Keith Smith and Ken Cornell. All these Finals were well contested and many excellent bowls were played.
The Mixed Pairs Final was a gruelling 3 hour contest between the Phil Boyd/Dot Best and Keith Smith/Freda Clement combinations. Phil and Dot secured an early lead, but gradually it was whittled away by Keith and Freda. The last few ends resulted in Keith and Freda gaining the lead and the match. A small group of spectators watched this game, which really could have been won by either team. All four players are very experienced and successful bowlers. It was a great effort from the players and an engrossing contest for the spectators.
Other events have been played at the Club. Twelve teams of Over 60s players converged onto the Tatura green on 26 February. Teams came from Shepparton, Mooroopna, Murchison, Colbinabbin, Avenel and Tatura. Colbinabbin was the only team that won all their three games, so it was very easy to award the first prize.
The other event played at Tatura was a round of the BPL Cup on the 2 February. For those who are unfamiliar, the ‘BPL’ is the Bowls Premier League. Three teams of three players from Hilltop, Shepparton Golf and Tatura participated in a ‘Round Robin Format’. The result has been described as the closest in the history of this match format. The winners (by an extremely narrow margin) were the Tatura Team of Mitch Reeves, Brendon Boyd and Nick Boyd. Great effort guys and good luck in the next Regional Round in August. A win there will mean a trip to Pine Rivers in Queensland for the National BPL.
It would be remiss not to mention the great efforts of the Midweek Bowlers in Division 1 (coming Fourth) and Division 5 (coming First) in the main competition. The Division 5 team made it to the Grand Final with a great 80 to 48 win over Mooroopna, while the Division 1 worked their way to the Grand Final the hard way from fourth place. Unfortunately, Grand Final Day was not our day, as both teams failed to win the Pennant, which was very disappointing for them. Tatura Club Bowlers are very proud of your efforts and achievements during the Season.
a The Kids Page – ‘Eggstaordinary’ Easter
Some Things That Easter Brings
Easter Duck and Easter Chick, Easter Eggs with chocolate thick,
Easter hats for one and all, Easter Bunny makes a call!
Happy Easter always brings Such a lot of pleasant things!
EASTER EGG MAZE
What did one egg say to the other egg? Heard any good yolks lately?
What does the Easter Bunny say when he burps? Eggs-cuse me!
Why shouldn’t you tell an Easter Egg a joke? It might crack up!
Why don’t you see dinosaurs at Easter? Because they are eggs-tinct!
What do you call a bunny with lice? Bugs Bunny!
How does the Easter Bunny fly all over the world? By hareplane.
What do you call a Zen Easter egg? An ommmmmmlet!
What do you call a bunny with money? A millionhare.
What do you call a rabbit with a cold? A runny bunny.
How many Easter Eggs can you put in an empty basket? Only one, after that, it’s not empty!
The Division 5 Team had a number of ladies in their team not only on Grand Final Day, but all the way through the Season. Pennant Bowls is somewhat dominated by the men, as women are giving up bowls all over Victoria (and Australia). Ten Ladies played for Div 5 during the Season. So well done to – Franci Britten (12 games) from Tatura and Nancye Brisbane (14 games), Phyllis Fiddes (4 games), Cheryl Howson (7 games), Leisa Perkins (12 games), Chris Popple (9 games), Jenny Roberts (5 games), Maureen Shepherd (9 games), Glenda Smith (5 games) and Maria Warner (11 Games) from Hill Top. The other regular Tatura Club players involved in the combined Div 5 Tatura Hilltop Team were Paul Belcher (6 games), John Crilly (7 games), Charlie Lawson (7 games), Chris Lethlean (13 games) and Doug Tuhan (8 games). Thanks to Jason Carter (2 games) and Tom Crawford (1 game) who filled in, when the team was short.
The efforts of all bowlers who won Club events were officially acknowledged at the Tatura Bowls Club’s Presentation Night on Friday 21 March.
The Tatura Club will also host an interesting Two Bowls Triples Tournament on Saturday April 12. Entries for the Triples Match are progressing well. The Club is hoping it will be a very successful day.
- Jocelyn Macrow
John Evans and Charlie Lawson (Men’s B Grade Final)
Bec Martino and Franci Britten (Ladies’ 100UP)
Mark Spencer and John Evans (Men’s 100UP)
Mixed Pairs Finalists Phil Boyd-Dot Best and Keith Smith-Freda Clement
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How many Easter Eggs can the Rabbits see?
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ROTARY CLUB OF TATURA
executive team.
The most important part of the evening was an award presented to Kaye Watson. Kaye has not been a member however has been an extremely valuable Friend of Rotary. In recognition of this service over many years the Club was given permission to award Kaye with the prestigious Paul Harris Award.
Kaye was suitably surprised however it is so well deserved, she has documented so many of our events as well as being chief advisor to the art set up at our yearly Art Show.
I know many other groups is Tatura have also been assisted by Kaye, I am sure you will all join Rotary with a big thank you to her.
TATURA RSL
Tatura RSL had their meeting on 7 March, being the first Friday of the month. President and Veteran Rod Schubert recited the ode, then spoke about the recent TatFest event held at Mactier Memorial Gardens on Sunday the 2 March. On this day, the RSL Club Rooms were open for the community to inspect, from 10am till about 2.30pm. This proved very successful, with many interested people coming into the Club Rooms to view the artifacts, memorabilia, executive honor boards dating back to 1920 and the mannequins on display showing uniforms of Infantry, Airforce, Navy and a Nurse dressed in her uniform. In hindsight, it would have been best not to try and move her, as Rod found out!
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 18 Francis Street, Tatura
Family Worship Service
Sunday at 9.30am
Holy Communion every 2nd Sunday
Deacon in Charge: Rev Cathy Turnbull, 0400 687 771
EASTER SERVICE AT ALL SAINTS
ANGLICAN CHURCH, TATURA
PALM SUNDAY
Palm Sunday procession and Passion story
Sunday 13 April at 9.30am with Holy Communion (extended)
MAUNDY THURSDAY
Last Supper, Washing of the feet and Garden Vigil
Thursday 17 April at 7.30pm with Holy Communion (extended)
GOOD FRIDAY
Good Friday reflection and veneration of the cross
Friday 18 April at 3pm
HOLY SATURDAY
DREAMING
Splinter Art Exhibition
The Senior Citizens ladies provided scones, jam and cream with coffee or tea made fresh in the kitchen facility, all for a reasonable price. They were delicious, thank you ladies. Rod also looked after the RSL helpers on the day with some nourishment. Thank you, Rod. A big thank you to the Lions Club for organizing the TatFest and everyone else who participated in the organization of this event. There were activities, camel rides, stalls, eating choices and a real mix of ages, from children to the senior members of our community, all enjoying themselves. Lions, you are to be congratulated! The community spirit is alive and well! Tatura certainly does punch above its weight!
Tatura Uniting Church
‘Olive & Vine’
115 Hogan Street, Tatura Minister: Brian Spencer 0400 274 482 Service 9.30am every Sunday. See Waranga Uniting Churches Website for Zoom links.
Everyone knows about a dream. For some of us it is an aspiration or a goal. People who have these hopes and dreams will usually be more positive about their lives because they have a purpose.
Some dreams are a sleeping vision. These are a succession of images, ideas, emotions and sensations, which occur involuntarily in the mind in certain stages of sleep, and can be disturbing, delightful or perplexing. Surrealism was an art movement where artists tried to unlock ideas from their unconscious minds and depict dreamlike worlds, where reality and imagination are blurred.
Anzac Day is on the 25 April, which is a Friday this year. Details are yet to be worked through, but it will take the form of last year’s commemoration. Lest we forget.
Saturday 6pm (1st & 3rd of the month) Sunday 10.30am Weekdays Wednesday 9.15am Friday 9.15am
Artists can use their dreams as subject matter and communicate images for other people to see, just as Splinter artists are proving in this exhibition.
Mal Watts
The exhibition is being held at the Kyabram Town Hall from August 7 to November 13. Monday to Saturday, 10am to 3.30 pm.
PROBUS CLUB OF TATURA
Members had a very pleasant visit on 20 February to Burramine Homestead, built in 1842 by Hamilton Hume between Cobram and Yarrawonga. It was a beautiful day and there were quite a lot of other visitors there enjoying the gardens, the food and the refreshments. We called in at Katamatite to view the Silo Art on the way home.
At our General Meeting on 27 February, Lynette McMullin was our Member Behind the Badge and we heard about her very busy life to date. Unfortunately our Guest Speaker was unable to attend, so we had a very interesting, and at times funny, time as members recalled meeting their partners, and then having children. Our next meeting is our AGM.
- Wendy Wilson.
2025 FURPHY LITERARY AWARDS
Calling young writers! Entries are open for the Junior and Youth categories of the 2025 Furphy Literary Awards, including Junior Short Story and Junior Poetry for writers 12 years and under, and Youth Short Story and Youth Poetry for writers aged 13 to 17 years. Each category will have a first prize of $300, with second prize receiving $100 and third prize $50. Entries close at 11.59pm on Saturday 31 May 2025. For more information and to enter, visit https://shepp.city/furphylit.
Reconciliation: 1st Saturday of the month at 5.00pm Contact: Ph. 0436 112 232 Email: tatura@sandhurst.catholic.org.au www.sacredheartparishtatura.com.au
Generations Church Tatura
Senior Pastor: Ps Jeremy Burr 10am Service 03 58243240 295 Dhurringile Rd www.generations.org.au
Easter Vigil for Holy Saturday Saturday 19 April at 6pm
EASTER DAY
Easter Morning Celebration
Sunday 20 April at 9.30am with Holy Communion (extended)
Presentation to Kaye Watson
Dreaming by Carmel Robertson
OPEN DAY AT DHURRINGILE MANSION
Following the recent closure of the Dhurringile Corrections Facility the Victorian Government, through Corrections Victoria, staged an Open Day where over 500 people, by pre-booking, had the opportunity to inspect the mansion and surrounding facilities. The Murchison and Tatura Museums mounted displays in the Visitors Centre and with the BBQ and coffee van the day was very successful.
RODNEY CWA BRANCH NEWS
Senior branch members thoroughly enjoyed the Junior CWA branch 20th Anniversary celebrations held on 16 February.
Our February meeting, the first for 2025, was one of great friendship and catching up on all the news. Two of our members, Gwen Ranson and Pauline Parks, gave us an insight into their lives as part of our “Getting to Know You” talks each meeting. Both are local “girls” who have led very interesting lives.
Gwen was born in Kyabram, was raised in Stanhope and has lived in the UK and Scotland for several northern summers due to her husband’s cricket coaching.
Pauline was raised in Toolamba before moving to Wakool after marriage, returning later in life back to Tatura. Pauline had many funny stories to relate about her time living in a remote area with few amenities.
TATURA LIONS CLUB
Twelve members enjoyed the monthly lunch get together at the Bottom Pub in Tatura on this occasion as each month a different venue is selected.
All agreed a lovely meal and reasonably priced.
Congratulations to our two hard working Lions Keith and Pam on receiving the District Governors pin, presentation was made by 2nd Vice District Governor Kim Low during his recent visit to the Club.
We have several catering commitments coming up over the next few weeks which will keep our cooks busy and help to increase our funds, which are distributed locally.
Competition winners for the meeting were (I know there are several CWA ladies of many years standing who like to know this part of CWA meetings as it brings back memories of their days in CWA)
Best bloom: Melvie Darby/Lorraine Secomb
TATURA BL I ND S
Picture or photo/article on our Country of Study Sri Lanka: Gwen Ranson
Our meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of the month at the Tatura Bowling Club rooms at 1.30 pm and followed by afternoon tea.
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A DREAM
I awoke one night from a deep dream in peace
To hear the most wonderful sound
It was sweet and soft and gently played And filled the house all around.
I slipped out of bed as soft as I could
And crept along right down the hall
The flow of the lights from my keyboard I saw
HILL TOP BOWLS
CWA GOULBURN VALLEY WEST GROUP
A successful corporate bowls tournament concluded with Justin Allison’s team Course Dudes being the overall winners. Runners-up were Mat Langley Electrical and third placing went to GV Ag. Again, a huge thank you to Paul Newman for organising this event, and also to Angie Serra and Peter Wallace for looking after the beer fridge every Wednesday night. Our Midweek Division 1 and 5 teams did extremely well to both make the Grand Final. The 1’s easily defeating Shepparton Park in the first semi-final then rolling the highly fancied team of Shepparton Golf in the Preliminary Final. In the Grand Final Tallygaroopna got away to a great start and Hill Top-Tatura just couldn’t stay with them.
Division 5 were playing in their second successive Grand Final. Unfortunately, they struck a red-hot Kyabram and it just wasn’t their day.
In weekend pennant, Division 1 was the only side with a chance of playing finals. They lost their last match by 2 shots and disappointingly dropped out of the four.
Pennant bowling season is over for another season but bowls continues with club games, 60’s and over, plus many tournaments.
On Saturday March 29th Hill Top is hosting the Merritt Funerals Honour Board Fours, and on Tuesday April 1st the Ladies Top Dollar tournament is on.
Recently the local CWA Goulburn Valley West Group held their annual Craft Exhibition at the Victory Hall here in Tatura. It was an outstanding success; the CWA members would like to thank you for supporting this wonderful event. We estimate just over 200 people came through on Sunday. Behind the scenes there is a committee of people who assist in making this event something to remember, on Friday the hall is set up by the craft committee, often with the help of the Husbands with a special thanks to Alex Ranson and his truck, it would be remiss not to mention the Men who help, as moving tables, setting up, packing up is a massive task. Oh, but come Saturday, the place comes alive with the members bringing in the entries, the items they have been sewing, crocheting, knitting, painting, photography, an idea they would have had, in their mind to have that edge of perfection, to display and share their skills to others in the Group. Plants, and flower arrangements are set up on the tables, the cooking is often done the day before as freshness is paramount. Articles are hung so as to showcase the technical handwork and stitching. This needs to be set up and finalised well before the CWA accredited Judges arrive to do what they do best. Checking for details, test and taste and finally report their findings.
The AGM will be held on Sunday April 13th commencing at 6pm. Following this, presentation night will be held. The cost is $30 per head.
The Devonshire Tea is always popular and forms part of the entry fee, the scones are made early Sunday morning with lashes of jam and cream to satisfy, as fresh as possible on the day.
Finally we hope that well-known Hill Top bowler Greg Toy’s rehab is going well after he recently underwent major shoulder surgery.
CWA HARSTON BRANCH
Our regular meeting was held on Monday the Labour Day holiday. There were eight members present, and our Secretary Mrs Glenys Eberle was an apology due to a family funeral. We still have a couple of the ladies on the sick list, and we wish them well.
Sunday was full on with visitors waiting for the doors to open, the ‘Stewards’ CWA members are watching as isn’t it tempting to want to pick up something for a closer look. Members arrived to find how their entries were judged, and it wasn’t long before the hall was a bustle of excitement! The Branches have a competition between themselves called 5 small articles and also 6 articles representing ‘Father’s Day’, all were exceptional quality and how the Judge can decide is beyond me. The junior members are amazing with many people complementing their natural ability, but I feel this is learnt and taught by the mentors who take the time to help the girls along each month.
Mrs Jenny Corrigan welcomed the ladies, bringing a lovely jelly slice and rum balls to snack on with a cup of tea. With the normal formalities over, it was time to judge the competitions, Mrs Josie Watson was the competitions judge, she attended to this along with our new member Mrs Ann Tee.
The completion was the Prettiest Fan, 1st was Mrs Freda Clement 2nd place was Mrs Jean Courtney and 3rd was Mrs Josie Watson. The best Bloom was won by Mrs Ann Tee, second place was Mrs Marilyn Pell and third place was Mrs Jean Courtney. The Branch raffle was won by Mrs Freda Clement.
It’s often unfair to mention the members by name as so many enter to make the exhibition worthwhile, but Mrs. Jean Miles is an accredited CWA judge and we are fortune to have here in the area, Jean is a member of CWA Potters and she’s always happy to give advice to other members. Jeans entry was judged best in Sewing with a quilted coat she made, the overall Best Exhibit of the show was a pastel drawing by local artist Ms. Narelle Snelling of the Mooroopna CWA Branch.
The Personal Aggregate (most entries) was won by Mrs. Marilyn Pell for the first time ever.
Andrew Chadwick
The flowers in our garden are looking a little tired after the summer heat The competition for our April 14 meeting is an Easter egg cup with an Easter egg.
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Andrew Chadwick
Illuminating the far side wall.
First prize in the Raffle, a meat voucher, was won by Vanessa Tartaglia, 2nd was Merle Krause who won a lovely hamper and 3rd prize, a wooden vase, was won by Freda Clement. Congratulations to those winners.
Andrew Chadwick
There were notes and arpeggios that I've never heard
Andrew Chadwick
Andrew Chadwick
From strings and an orchestral flute
Then the tempo changed to a gentle beat And the trumpets were changed to mute.
Members are reminded to attend the 60th birthday of the CWA Sheridan Branch at Kyabram on Wednesday 2 April at 1.30pm at the Uniting Church Hall. RSVP to Doreen Napier.
The voice was changed once again I heard To the haunting pan flute sound
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Was it really a mouse running up on those keys?
To me that's what it did seem
When the morning came - was it really a mouse?
Or was it just a nice dream.
- Dennis Oyston
The trading table was full of bits and pieces, books, knitting patterns, fresh produce, and the unexpected, even new hats. I would like to thank everyone involved, especially the public for dropping in to support our Exhibition, which will be back next year with a whole new look!
There will be an Office Bearers training day held at Wangaratta on Saturday April 5 at the CWA Hall, my apologies as I write this I’m unsure of the time, please contact Mrs Janette Mason for more information.
In CWA Friendship
In CWA friendship, Mrs. Marilyn Pell (Harston Branch) and Mrs. Barbara Carter (Mooroopna Branch)
- Marilyn Pell
Keith and Pam with Kim Low
TATURA COMMUNITY HOUSE NEWS
Exciting New Programs for Term 2
BRINGING HOPE IN TOUGH TIMES
Tatura Community House has released the Term 2 program, packed with engaging activities, valuable learning opportunities, and communityfocused events. With something for everyone, this term’s lineup includes hands-on workshops, informative sessions, and the return of a much-loved local event.
Among the highlights is a Screen Printing Workshop, where participants can explore their creativity and learn the art of designing and printing their own fabric pieces. This hands-on class is perfect for beginners and those looking to develop new artistic skills.
With the rise of online scams, the Anti-Scam Workshop will provide crucial information on how to recognize and avoid fraudulent activity. Designed to empower attendees with practical tips, this session will help protect individuals from becoming victims of financial scams and identity theft.
The All Saints Tatura church building and hall was closed on March 24. It will remain closed to parishioners and the community until Government and Diocese restrictions associated with the coronavirus pandemic are lifted. Many school halls, church buildings, cathedrals and other places where people meet to worship are empty. In my 16 years of church ministry in different contexts, I have always 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.
The Adding Value to Your Life session focuses on personal growth and well-being, offering insights into making meaningful changes to enhance daily life. Whether it’s improving mindset, setting goals, or finding new ways to connect with the community, this workshop will inspire positive change.
1c – Tony Lockett
2a – Andes, South America
has been made in gender equality, there is still a long way to go. Society has become a little complacent, Ro urged attendees to take an active role in advocating for both equality and equity. Their speech was both eyeopening and motivating, leaving the audience with a renewed commitment to striving for meaningful change.
3b – Ottawa
4d – George Orwell
5a – Emerald
Following the talk, Ro engaged with attendees in a dynamic Q&A session, answering thoughtful questions and further deepening the discussion on gender equality and human rights.
6b – Vines
7c – Tchaikovsky
8c – Signs and Symbols
9c – 2 (Phobos and Deimos)
The event received glowing feedback, with many attendees expressing their appreciation for the engaging discussion and the opportunity to come together in support of women’s rights.
10b – Baby
Scoring.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to all those involved in organizing the event. The 2025 Tatura Women’s Breakfast was a fantastic morning that will no doubt inspire ongoing conversations and action in the community.
Heart health is always important, and the Heart Health Information Session will provide essential knowledge on maintaining cardiovascular well-being. Experts will discuss key risk factors, prevention strategies, and lifestyle tips to keep your heart healthy.
Rounding out the term is the ever-popular Monster Garage Sale, a muchloved community event where locals can hunt for bargains, declutter their homes, and support the Community House. This event always brings people together for a great day of treasure hunting and socializing. With such a diverse range of programs on offer, Term 2 at Tatura Community House promises to be an exciting and enriching time. Be sure to check out the full program and get involved!
For more details or to book a spot in any of the sessions, visit Tatura Community House or contact them directly.
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.
Tatura Women’s Breakfast 2025: A Sold-Out Success
The annual Tatura Women’s Breakfast was a resounding success, bringing together 100 attendees for a morning of inspiration, connection, and thought-provoking conversation. Held at the Hill Top Golf and Country Club, the sold-out event featured guest speaker Ro Allen, Commissioner of the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission.
Ro captivated the audience with an insightful discussion on the Commission’s work in advancing women’s rights. They also shared their personal journey growing up gender-neutral, offering a unique perspective on equality and the challenges still faced in today’s society.
A key takeaway from Ro’s address was the reminder that while progress
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.
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 to help our community reflect on the true meaning of Easter; the sacrifice that Jesus made dying on the cross to reconcile people to God. Many people doing their regular daily exercise in Tatura walked past the building and saw the paintings and crosses. Yes, the church building may be closed but as the bells ring each Sunday morning, please know that the church community are still here in Tatura, praying for you and believing we will come through this together.
- Rev Simba Musvamhiri
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. 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.
Harvest Table – Bring your excess fruit to our harvest table in the foyer of the community house, just out the front of the library. Then people in need can access some yummy, locally grown produce. It’s a fantastic and healthy way to reduce food waste, help people and give back to your local community.
Looking for unique gifts that celebrate Tatura? Our Tatura-themed merchandise is a perfect choice! Beautifully crafted tea towels, featuring either charming floral designs or iconic Tatura buildings, are lovingly made by Tatura Community House staff and volunteers. Our “I Love Tatura” and “150th Celebrations” baseball caps, along with matching fridge magnets and badges, make wonderful mementos for friends and family near and far. These heartfelt gifts capture the spirit of Tatura and are sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face.
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.
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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.
Womens Breakfast Attendees.
Photo Courtesy: Jacob Dedman, Digital Journey Photography
Ro Allen addresses the Womens Breakfast. Photo Courtesy: Jacob Dedman, Digital Journey Photography
RODNEY JUNIOR CWA 20TH ANNIVERSARY
On 16 February past and present members of the Country Women’s Association Rodney Junior branch gathered with members of our senior branch to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Junior branch forming, with a reunion and afternoon tea in the rooms of the Tatura Bowling Club. It was exciting to have some of the very first members able to join us. We had a display of photos and memorabilia from the past 20 years.
Present were Lyn Trezise and Gwen Ranson, the two Junior Coordinators who started up the branch all those years ago. Lyn is still a Coordinator and arranges all the craft activities for the girls. Gwen’s time as Coordinator was followed by Shirley Harrison (who has had five granddaughters attend Juniors), then Janice Barrette and now Lynda Dellar has taken on the role to assist Lyn. We also had the support of Jenny Corrigan (Harston Branch) whose daughter attends Juniors along with Lorraine Secomb from our branch who has been our emergency backup. Both ladies bring a wealth of craft and cooking knowledge to teach our Junior members.
TATURA FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB
Memberships are available now and contribute directly to the financial support of the club, allowing it to invest in player development, infrastructure and community programs. Being a member shows your support and loyalty to the team. It’s a way to feel connected and part of the club, contributing to the team’s success on and off the field. Benefits of being a member include being able to attend the club’s AGM, where you can engage with club management, express your views, and hear about future club strategies.
Upcoming Events
Round 1 – April 5 at Deakin Reserve v Shepparton Bears
Round 2 – April 12 at Tatura Park v Kyabram.
After game family dinner upstairs
Round 4 – April 25 at Tatura Park v Shepparton Swans. This is a Friday game – 1:30pm start.
RSL members’ welcome. Last post before the Senior Football match.
Junior Football
Under 14s: Andrew Speed 0448 294 187, Hayden Dunne 0419 525 896
Under 16s: Matt Nihill 0419 385 610 & Matt Cameron 0447 315 636 Netball
Off the back of its most successful GVL campaign in close to 15 years, the TFNC will strive to again increase the level of its competitiveness in 2025. 2024 saw two teams make finals - A Grade and 15 & under. It was back-to-back campaigns for A Grade, and the 15s returned to finals actions for the first time since 2018. The off-season was busy, with identified goals to improve player depth in Open age, continue to attract junior players with high quality pathways and add coaching resources, particularly with bench coaches, across all grades.
Lyn made a birthday cake to celebrate the 20 years, and along with Gwen cut the cake and then of course we sang Happy Birthday. Lyn was presented with a beautiful bunch of flowers by one of our inaugural girls, Jaymie Harrison for all the time and effort she has put in for the Juniors over the past 20 years and then presented with a Certificate as a keepsake. The presentation was followed by the usual sumptuous afternoon tea that CWA is well known for. It was a wonderful celebration to commemorate the first 20 years and we look forward to many more years ahead for our Junior Branch.
- Janice Barrette
2024 was very successful with increasing participations and volunteers in our junior football program from Auskick through to U16s. Our U14s had amazing success winning the Div premiership and our U16 broke into Division 1 for the first time in many years.
2025 Training
Under 9/10/12 training – Wednesday 5-6pm
Under 14s – Tuesday and Thursday 5pm
Under 16s – Tuesday and Thursday 5:15pm all at Tatura Park.
For more information contact the coach or Coordinator
Auskick
Auskick runs on Friday nights of Term 2 at Tatura Park. Coordinators are Michael Reid 0408 750 723 and Sarah De Lueew 0438 583 104 (Assistant coordinator for U9/10/12)
Under 9s: Jake Chessels 0407 303 415
A Grade welcome Kobi Worner as A Grade bench coach, along with the returning playing coach, Elsie Boyer. The core playing unit remains solid, along with the addition of players across all grades, and the rise of junior players into Open age. All Open age grades will enjoy the benefit of playing and bench coaches. Our 15s and 17s will again have joint coaches. The TFNC was pleased to welcome its 15s cohort as all home grown players, who began their pathway with junior netball on a Friday night at the Tatura Netball Association.
Football
2025 is looking like a promising year on the back of 2024 season that was plagued with injury. Major signings include Ben Darrou (key forward), Adam Enever (Centre Half Back/ Ruck), Jack LeFroy (Midfield) and Jack Sinclair (Midfield). We also welcome back local boys Michael Archer and Jayden Armstrong who return from an English cricket season.
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Under 10s: Hayden Key 0407 957 048
Under 12s: Bob Knowels 0439 417 707, Brett Bunfeild 0402 147 887, Linc Wellington 0437 946 279
Coaching team: Seniors – Paul Barnard Assistants – Linc Wellington, Andrew Civarella and Jake Chessels Reserves – Joe Minutoli U18 – Glen Freeman
TATURA BOWLERS FEATURE IN NSW TOURNAMENT
Four Tatura lawn bowlers ventured to Lake Cargelligo, 135km North of Griffith NSW for a three-day bowls tournament and achieved minor success in the keenly contested events. Nick Tziros, a former member of the Lake Cargelligo Bowls Club, has been taking a side to this annual event for many years and was himself a joint winner in the Singles competition in 2023. (Shared because rain washed out the final playoff). This year his son Seth, who spent the first two years of his childhood in Lake Cargelligo, took the skipper›s role into 4s event playoff where they eventually became runners up. Seth continued his great weekend of bowls by also being the runner up in the Men›s singles event. An exceptional weekend of bowls enjoyed by the Tatura foursome.
Lyn Trezise on the left and Gwen Ranson on the right cutting the cake
Lyn Trezise with inaugural junior member Jaymie Harrison
Fours R/Up. Lake Cargelligo rep Peter Ridley and Tatura locals Seth Tziros(Skip), John Crilly, Col Johnson and Nick Tziros.
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