TWR Volume 38 Issue 19, Wednesday, 7th June 2023

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From the editor...

It is with sincere regret that I confirm my resigna on as Editor and will complete my final issue at the end of June.

It is now me for another to lead our hard-working team as they produce the paper each week. Many would have seen the con nued call for Volunteers, which we sorely need for our beloved Community Paper to survive and thrive.

The Welcome Record is one of a few weekly community papers staffed completely by volunteers. Without them, we simply do not have a paper.

It has been a privilege and I am proud to be leaving the paper stronger than before with a substan al +70% and growing online readership; a re-focus on placing community interest, people and ac vi esfront and centre; covering mely stories that directly impact locals; a well-regarded re-design reflec ng the transi on to current technology and last but not least, recording the celebra ons, triumphs, concerns and memorials of this community.

The story behind the COVER…

It is that me of year again when the cold of winter saps the energy out of me, and all I can think of is having to cut more firewood just to keep the house warm.

As a distrac on, a couple of days ago, when I should have been cu ng more wood, I decided to see if I could capture the cold of a Dunolly winter. So, with my camera in hand, I set out to do just that.

Mother Nature decided to make it a miserable day with a cold wind and rain spa ering on and off throughout the day, but that was what I wanted if I couldn't get the mist of a frosty morning. I found a good spot near the old Whites detector shop and pointed the camera up the street. A er a quick se ngs check, I snapped the photo.

A Dunolly winter's day, cold and wet, with dark foreboding clouds that look like they are ready to dump another freezing rain on the country. It's me to head back to the fire and enjoy the one thing I love most about winter a good fire. :) Greg

Keegan catchingshadephotos@etsy.com

The Welcome Record Town Hall Meeting

On Thursday 1st of June The Welcome Record Commi ee held a public mee ng to discuss the future of the paper and the pressing issue of volunteers. The mee ng was well a ended showing just how important The Welcome Record is to local residents. The crux of the ma er is that for personal reasons, the current editor is unable to con nue in her role past June 30th.

They have been adver sing to find a new editor for a while now but nobody has stepped forward. As somebody who has known all the editors since 1990, I realise how very hard they have all worked. Everyone of them has given110% to the role and each has le The Welcome Record improved by the end of their tenure.

They all relied heavily on their staff and local contributors because without local stories there is no paper.

All workers have always been volunteers and all have felt a strong sense of ownership of the paper.

It was interes ng to listen to all the comments being made, but in the end nobody had a solu on.

It was decided that if all at The Welcome Record Commi ee agreed, there would be another public mee ng in two weeks.

This would allow those present to discuss it amongst themselves and see if a solu on could be found.

Some locals think that going back to the simpler technology of 20 years ago could be an answer, but it isn't because that technology is no longer there.

The old printer finally became irreparable and had to be replaced, the old computers needed upda ng to be able to access the internet, and so it goes.

As with all technology the only viable way is forward when dated technology can no longer be mended. Many older people doubt their ability to learn new things, so we rely on younger more tech savvy people. Hopefully somebody will step forward and take on the editorship for a me because The Welcome Record is important for many people.

Vicky Frizzell

CLARIFICATION—RV Friendly Status and Designated Free Camp Ground for Dunolly

The Deledio Reserve had been unofficially used by locals for camping for many years. The Dunolly Recrea on Reserves Commi ee of Management Inc. (DRRCOM) as the Land Managers of the Deledio Recrea on Reserve made a submission to DELWP objec ng to the proposed Free Camp Ground designa on. The valid reasons provided (but not limited to) are as follows: No toilets or shower facili es; No potable water; Concerns for the impact on Dunolly Caravan Park; Exis ng access tracks in extremely poor condi on; Possible public safety issue with other exis ng tracks within the Reserve; High risk of bushfires as the site is in close proximately to bushland; No fire/ BBQ pits or purpose-built fireplaces; No rubbish bins - Li ering had been a problem in the past. According to Child Safety Standard guidelines, the DRRCOM had major concerns regarding child safety as the reserve is used by large numbers of children and schools at varying mes throughout the year, both day and evening, due to junior sports. The site is directly behind the main spor ng facili es and within 250 metres of the Primary school.

Essen ally, without a free camp, RV Friendly status will not be granted by the CMCA (Campervan & Motorhome Club Australia Ltd). An alterna ve free camp site needs to be found.

What’s on ...

Friday, 9th June

Goldfields Music Club, Open Mic and Jam Night

Each Friday at the Dunolly Golf Club, Separa on Street - 6:30-11:30pm each week. All players and public welcome with $5 entry, lucky door prizes, bar, meals available, CASH ONLY VENUE.

Sat. June 10th

KING'S KANGAROO CADDY at Tarnagulla Golf Club. This is such a good event - It's me for a beau ful morning tea and lots of talking and laughing. Let the games begin! Tee-Off is between 9.30 and 10.00 a.m. Entry is $15 (free for school children) and free for Members. Register at lraad@mail.com; on 0481 008 006 or in person on the morning.

The Queen/King’s Birthday Weekend

Sat. June 10th – Mon. June 12th

What a Weekend! Three exciting and unique events for you to enjoy during the long weekend.

Saturday June 10th

LOOK OUT—IT’S TRIVIA NIGHT WITH A TWIST! SWINGING SIXTIES TRIVIA NIGHT at the Dunolly Town Hall. Enjoy LIVE Music from 7pm – 11pm and dancing to 60’s classics.

Prize for Best dressed 60’s costume. $20 BYO nibbles, drinks available from the Footy Club Bar (proceeds going to Dunolly Football Netball Club). Tables of 10. Book a table or individual.

Hosted by the glamourous Melbourne based musical theatre sensa on “adore handel” (shown above) Limited Tables selling fast so book now: call Rachel 0427 275 006 or email rachelbuckley@bigpond.com

Sunday June 11th

FourTune SONGS THROUGH TIME, 2pm at Buckley’s of Dunolly, 1787 Maryborough Rd. Dunolly. Enjoy this accomplished singing Quartet from Melbourne featuring Kimberley Colman, Christelle de Graaf, Helen Koehne and Luke Bell with Pianist Pamela Chris e. Refreshments at short interval. Bookings: Rachel 0427 275 006

Monday June 12th

A ROYAL AFTERNOON IN BEALIBA, 2 pm at The Divine Studio, 12 Davies St. Bealiba. Join us to hear Special Guest speaker from Melbourne, Ross Gairn, talk about his me working at Buckingham Palace for

the Royal family (Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip) during the 1970’s. Bookings are essen al $20.00 per person. Bookings Rachel 0427 275 006 . More info visit: www.bealiba.com.au

Presented by the Dunolly Gilbert & Sullivan Society

Coming soon

Saturday June 24th

FREE ENTRY: The Songs of Bessie Smith and Billie Holiday & inspira onal ar sts from the 1920’s to the 1950’s, at the Maryborough Golf Club

Presented by popular Jazz combo Smith & Holiday Maryborough Golf Club, 125 Park Rd. Maryborough. Enquiries: 5460 4900

LIONS CLUB BOOK SALE

Maryborough Lions Club Bookshop are holding their June Sale from Friday 2nd June - Sunday 11th June, 2023. All our books are reduced by 50%.

Our shop is open Monday to Friday 9.00am- 4.00 pm. Saturdays 9.00am-1.00 pm. Open Sundays during the sale only 9.00 am to 1.00 pm. 124 High Street, Maryborough 3465. Telephone 0484 764 578

BEREAVEMENT WHILEY, Lesley

On the wings of a snow white dove, Fabian and I send our hear elt condolences to Lesley Whiley’s family, upon her passing Thursday 1st June. Thank you for the li le keepsakes that you gave me when you moved to live with your daughter and family.

Hannah Delconte

The Dunolly Bowling Club send hear elt condolences to Lesley Whiley’s family on the passing of Lesley on Thursday 1st June. Rest in Peace

HORSFIELD, Graham

A gathering of friends will be held for Graham Horsfield on 15th June, 2pm at Ronnie's Welcome Stranger Cafe.

Sheila Hodgson

FOR SALE

Mahindra Tractor and Flasher. 300 Hours

$11,000 Nego able.

Ph: 0400 587 336

Dunolly Probus Club

Anyone wishing to become a member of the Dunolly Probus Club are most welcome.

We meet at the Dunolly Bowls Club on the 3rd Thursday of each month and we have bus trip or a lunch at one of our local venues on the 1st Thursday of each month. Please feel free to ring Wayne Stephens on 0428 297 508 or Carmel Spiteri on 0409 510 124. Come and have a cuppa and make new friends.

Imagine $6 for a whole lovely Noritake dinner set! That is much less than 50c per item. We have several sets of really a rac ve dining crockery, but also some robust ‘let the kids do the washing up’ crockery. Now that even the simplest food is becoming more expensive each week, it is me to give yourself a bit of joy at the meal table. A rac ve neat table mats, crisp co on tablecloths and novelty salt and pepper shakers will all help your costly, but most necessary, food consump on. Meal tables! Op Shop s ll has a couple of dining tables and several sets of really sturdy dining chairs. Dining chairs have always been so expensive to buy, compared with the table costs. Perhaps that is because of the amount of work – all those joints needed to stabilize the chair itself. You will find one dining chair displayed in the first ves bule of the Op Shop on the right side as you enter. The chair is with the enormous number of books on every topic and wri en in every style you can imagine. Despite the excellent Dunolly Library services, nothing beats reading a book which you own. If you enjoy your book, you can pass it onto a friend.

Op Shop Team

MONDAY: Mosaics at the Arts Hub from 10am, beginners welcome; Card making with Rhonda: every third Monday of the month. Ballroom Dancing: from 6pm ( mes vary according to season) at the Dunolly Golf Club. Intermediate skills required, but call me at the Centre for further details.

TUESDAY: Woodwork 9am un l 12.30.

WEDNESDAY: Table tennis at the Golf Club on Separa on Road from 9am to 12pm (evening session available if enough people are interested); Cra at the Centre from 10am- bring your own ac vity; HUB CLUB! 3.30-5pm, ages 6 to 16, term 2.

THURSDAY: Croquet at the Golf Club on Separa on Road from 10am; Family History: from 7.30pm at the Centre. Discover your roots - our members are very skilled and happy to help.

SUNDAY: Golden Triangle Archers meet on the fourth Sunday at 10am, Deledio Reserve on Elgin Street. Covered shoes compulsory and parents must stay with children.

Upcoming Cra Exhibi on at the Arts Hub: August 12th & 13th

We look forward to seeing the crea vity our town has to offer! The Arts Hub is the perfect space to showcase the cra ing talents of our community, so get in touch with Lynda to exhibit your work.

Power Saving Bonus, plus help for other online forms The power saving bonus is s ll current, so make sure

you don’t miss out- give me a call, and I’ll help you! Any other online form you need help with, just ask.

Dunolly Neighbourhood Pantry

Monday to Thursday, 1.30 to 3pm at the Centre. This is a ‘dry pantry’, so we stock items that have a long shelf-life. This service is open to any community member needing that li le bit extra. The ‘a er hours’ pantry is on the veranda, and is kept stocked for anyone unable to visit during opening hours.

Kath Ryan, Co-ordinator 5468 1511.

admin@dunnhc.com.au

Located in the old Nurses’ Home beside the hospital on 18 Havelock Street (top of Bull Street). Monday to Thursday 9.30am to 3pm; and Dunolly Arts Hub, on the corner of Thompson and Alice Streets. Moliagul

The Dra Budget for 2023/24 reflects the goals outlined in the 2021-2025 Council Plan and the commitment to provide over 40 services to the community. The Council has the challenge of balancing the budget with increasing costs higher than the rate cap set by the Victorian Government for the 2023-2024 year. Despite the rate cap being set at 3.5%, which is below the current infla on rate, we will be looking closely at cost savings to ensure financial sustainability. The Dra Budget includes more than $12 million in grants, along with Council funding, for various local projects. The Capital Works Program is set to exceed $18 million, of this $6.8 million will be allocated to repairing roads and community infrastructure damaged during the previous year's floods.

Key projects outlined in the Capital Works program include road restora on following the 2022 floods, upgrades to the Maryborough Town Hall, redevelopment of the Deledio Reserve Netball Courts, an Indigenous Interpre ve Garden at the Central Goldfields Art Gallery, and the comple on of Goldfields Reservoir Dam stabilisa on works. Addi onally, investments in IT strategies, including cybersecurity and website integra on, as well as financial system upgrades, are planned. Other projects include reviewing heritage controls in Maryborough, advancing the ac va on of the Maryborough Railway Sta on, construc ng new toilets in Rene Fox Gardens Dunolly, undertaking works at Phillips Gardens, comple ng the Talbot Futures planning project, reviewing Local Laws, and conduc ng feasibility and design work for a new Youth Hub. Grant-funded projects such as the Engage Youth Program, Freeza Program, L2P Program, Municipal Emergency Resourcing Program, Kerbside Reform Support, and flood recovery coordina on will con nue or commence in 2023/24.

Council Mee ng

The May Council Mee ng was held last week (30/05) You can watch a video recording of the mee ng on Council’s Facebook page or by visi ng www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/councilmeetings

Octagonal Pool Tender Awarded

Council awarded a $1,376,510 contract to SJ Weir Ballarat Pty Ltd to see an en rely new pool shell constructed, recovery of as many of the original les as possible and repairs to the concourse. Council will use Victorian Government funding – announced in 2020 to deliver the project. Council remains commi ed to seeing the heritage-listed Maryborough Outdoor Pool complex re-opened for community use.

For more informa on visit: www.engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.au/ maryboroughoutdoorpool

Energy Breakthrough Gets Waste Wise

The 2022 Energy Breakthrough event was the most sustainable in its 30-year history by diver ng more than 3,500 kilograms of waste materials generated by the event away from landfill. To find out more visit:www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/ ebsustainbilitysuccess

Kinder Registra ons Now Open

Registra ons for 3 and 4 year-old kindergarten in 2024 are now open.

Parents and carers can apply for all kindergartens across the Central Goldfields Shire using one formwith all seven kindergartens par cipa ng in the Centralised Kindergarten Registra on Program. To find out more and to register visit www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/centralenrolment

Flood Recovery Works

The flood events in October 2022 caused significant damage to infrastructure and property throughout our municipality. We know our residents are keen to see infrastructure and the road network restored as soon as possible and the truth is – we do too. You can read about the process to date and what roads are included in the first round of works at: www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/ floodrecoveryworks

Monday 9.15 - late

Tuesday 9.15 - 2.30

Wednesday Closed

Thursday 9.15 - 12pm

Friday 9.15 - 12pm

Saturday and Sunday Closed

Cr. Grace La Vella, Mayor

Sassy Songstresses - Sandwiches, Songs and Speakers.

Food, music and conviviality

– Join in a special ‘winter warmer’ musical event to build community singing groups, crea ng connec on within the community and encouraging volunteers in our community organisa ons.

THIS FREE EVENT ON JUNE

24TH AT ST. JOHN’S HALL, DUNOLLY is a luncheon and musical session for up to 70 women, and those who iden fy as women, where ladies can socialise over lunch whilst having an introduc on to singing in a choir.

This event sponsored by Women’s Health Loddon Mallee and presented by the Dunolly Gilbert & Sullivan Society seeks to support the wellbeing and recovery of women impacted by the 2022 floods in our community.

In a relaxed and welcoming environment, there will be a workshop of a selected song where ladies can par cipate vocally or be part of an apprecia ve audience. A endees will be encouraged to wear a hat - as extravagant as they like - or even a full costume. There will be no pressure to perform and professional singers will be on hand to demonstrate and entertain.

With a significant influx of new residents to Dunolly, this event seeks to welcome and engage with some of our new residents to encourage them to join the local community groups such as the Neighbourhood house singing group, or the Dunolly Gilbert & Sullivan Society (DG&S Society) for friendship and fun.

Organiser Rachel Buckley from the DG&S Society said the group encourages women to join in as audience or par cipant. Just ge ng out and being social is a big part of joining in, with the social aspect as a major driving factor of their events. The focus is on theatre and musical events as there is li le available for the older genera on, or for those who are not affiliated with spor ng clubs.

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Many of these ladies feel they have nothing to contribute to the local community ...but everyone I have worked with, has more ability and talent than they realize. Our job is to make everyone know that they are valued, welcomed whilst highligh ng the wonderful local talent. This luncheon is a perfect introduc on to what we do “ Ms Buckley said. Their membership has dwindled due to Covid and the impacts of the flood which has not affected their ability to bring shows to the area, but it has slowed their capacity for local concerts. This lunch should generate more interest via an entertaining a ernoon with great possibili es due to a shared interest.

Bookings required: Rachel Buckley 0427 275 006

Avoid ines for Non-voters

The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) is urging Victorians to respond if they have received a request to explain why they appear to have failed to vote in the last State elec on in November 2022.

The VEC issued close to 300,000 ‘Apparent failure to vote no ces’ earlier this month and recipients must respond by the 28-day deadline with a detailed explana on.

The no ce is an opportunity to avoid a fine if nonvoters provide a detailed response with suppor ng documenta on. The VEC is required to automa cally fine non-respondents or those who do not provide a valid reason for failing to vote; the penalty is $92. Ac ng Electoral Commissioner Dana Fleming, said that recipients should contact the VEC for assistance if unsure what to do, rather than ignore the no ce.

‘If you need help understanding what the no ce means and what you need to do, you can call us on 1300 551 575 or visit our website at vec.vic.gov.au,’ Ms Fleming said.

‘Informa on on what to do if you receive an apparent failure to vote no ce will also be available to view in 25 in-language videos. I also encourage you to sign up to our VoterAlert service, to make sure you’re no fied

whenever there’s a State or local council elec on you need to vote in.’ Ms Fleming added.

The VEC issued VoterAlert reminders by SMS and email at key points in the elec on to 2.4 million enrolled voters who had provided their details.

They included reminders on the close of roll date and a reminder to vote on Saturday 26 November.

People can sign up at at any me to be reminded to vote in all future State and local council elec ons

Bealiba Bowls

The scoreboard didn’t always reflect the quality of bowling this week. There were some close games, some thrilling shots and as usual, lots of laughs.

Congratula ons this week to the team of Pam Brightwell & Gary McClelland and also to the team of Malcolm Campbell & Heather Cooper with two wins each. See you all again next week. Happy Bowling!

Chris Evans

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Catholic Church, Dunolly

Big Boost for Gold ields World Heritage Bid

$3.8 million in the Victorian Budget has been allocated towards The Victorian Goldfields UNESCO World Heritage bid.

R Mecredy

There will be Mass at St Mary's Church on Sunday 11th June at 8.30 am. Father Flanagan will be looking a er us for a couple of weeks as Father John is off on one of his walks. We are all praying for Jill at this difficult me. We are asked to think about the future of our church.

Today be thankful for God's companionship

Uni ng Church, Dunolly

Worship and Holy Communion on Sunday, June 11, at 9.30am will be led by Tanya Dunbar. Uni ng emergency relief will be in Dunolly this Thursday June 8th from 1.00pm and again on Thursday June 22nd.

Op Shop is open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10.00am.

‘Teach us to number our days , that we may gain a heart of wisdom. ‘ Psalm 90:12

St John's Anglican Church, Dunolly

Rev Canon Heather Blackman

Parish Office, Nigh ngale Street, Maryborough. Phone 5460 5964

Please contact for service dates and mes.

St David’s Anglican Church, Bealiba

Davies Street Bealiba

Sunday Eucharist: 8am second and fourth Sundays of every month. Priest-in-Charge Reverend Judi Bird.

New Horizons Church, Bealiba

Bealiba Public Hall Every Sunday 3 pm.

Wednesday Bible Study

Dunolly 10.30; Bealiba 11 am

Contact Veronica for more informa on 0427 345 577

World Heritage status es mated to be worth $1 billion to the region over 10 years will bring worldwide recogni on and is a proven, powerful catalyst for unlocking transforma ve opportuni es for local communi es; connec ng the world with the Victorian Goldfields which will grow our global visitor market, driving sustainable tourism and jobs.

The bid is the ini a ve of a regional partnership made up of the Victorian Goldfields Tourism Execu ve and 13 local councils led by the City of Ballarat and the City of Greater Bendigo.

Chair of the Victorian Goldfields Tourism Execu ve Cr Chris Meddows-Taylor explains that a tourism masterplan is currently being developed featuring exci ng World Heritage Journeys which will disperse the increased visitors and visitor dollars throughout the region.

“It will take in our smaller regional and rural communi es meaning there are no winners and losers, only winners” he said.

City of Ballarat Mayor Cr Des Hudson OAM says that leveraging and strengthening community pride is a vital part of the work.

While City of Greater Bendigo Mayor Cr Andrea Metcalf says that unlocking the benefits needs strong collabora on between local communi es, businesses and industry.

To get involved and to learn more about the bid, visit   www.goldfieldsworldheritage.com.au

The Local Government partnership: Ararat Rural City; Campaspe Shire; Central Goldfields Shire; City of Ballarat; City of Greater Bendigo; Golden Plains Shire;  Hepburn Shire; Loddon Shire; Macedon Ranges Shire; Moorabool Shire; Mount Alexander Shire; Northern Grampians Shire and Pyrenees Shire .

Iwas inves ga ng one of last year's garden beds that I had planted with foxgloves.

I was amazed at the number of ny seedlings that have popped up. I reckon in a couple of months, I'll be able to set up a foxglove seedling business.

I have been watching a wonderful documentary about the Ningaloo Sea Nature Park.

Tim Winton is the host and it is a gripping plea for the conserva on of wild places.

Every me I drive past that property at Havelock where the canary yellow Mini Minor lives, I am reminded of my first car.

It was a tomato-red Mini. It came complete with seat belts, which was a rarity in 1963.

I remember one of the local lads saying he saw me on the road strapped into that matchbox.

The first big trip I made in it was from Ensay to Ouyen, and my licence was s ll wet.

Quite a difference between the bendy roads of East Gippsland and the miles of dead straight roads in the Mallee.

ROSIE

CORRECTION: Last week in the weekly report, CGR&RAI stated that DELWP refused the applica on for free camping at the Deledio reserve. The Flynn Ward Councillor contacted CGR&RAI and informed us that: “The Dunolly Recrea on Reserves Commi ee of Management Incorporated as the Land Managers of the Deledio Recrea on Reserve advised DELWP for several reasons objected to allow con nued camping to occur at this reserve. Op on was withdrawn.” CGR&RAI apologises for any distress caused by last week's statement. End of Correc on Last Wednesday 31st May, there was a Coffee with the Councillors event. It was a ended by nearly 30 residents, and those in a endance were pleased all Councillors were present.

The Coffee with Councillors had its moments, but those who a ended and Councillors have a firm grasp on what transpired. This was a well-received ini a ve, which those residents who a ended believe was a huge step forward for communica on between Councillors and the community. Hopefully this form of community consulta on will con nue. Thank you Grace La Vella and the Councillors for a ending this event.

The last Sa sfac on Survey results are star ng to be shared online by some Victorian shires. Hopefully we will learn the results of our local 2022-23 survey shortly.

Last year the Councillors decided to change to a quarterly progressive sa sfac on survey with a seasonality factor added. However now being in the present 2023/24 sa sfac on survey period, has the Quarterly Seasonality Factor Survey been scrapped? Have we gone back to the once a year, or has our Shire decided to not have the Sa sfac on Survey this year?

The communica on between CGR&RAI and Council has improved slightly. We are delighted to say we are ge ng replies, now all we are asking is to have the ques ons answered and not having to email back and forth. Resolving the back and forth will be a huge step forward.

With last month's announcement re: planning going to Melbourne, we no ced the Council has a Tender out. G1778-23 Expression of interest- Provision of Statutory Planning Services. At the Councillors’ coffee chat, the ques on was asked - what is the difference between the cost for present planning approval and the cost of outsourced planning? That ques on could not be answered.

Could it be that Council has not looked that far ahead?

Look a er each other and stay safe.

Wayne McKail, President

Dunolly Golf Club

Last Saturday saw the first round of the Fred Robertson Trophy. Play began in doub ul condi ons, but the weather remained fine and dry throughout. A fantas c duel between Nick Earl and Josh Hunt ensued, with Nick running out the winner on the day, with a score of 75 10 65, to Josh’s 72 5 67. Nearest the pin went to Darren Hunt on the 13th.

Prepara ons are well underway for our annual championship, to be held on Friday July 7th., and Sunday July 9th. Please keep the dates free, as we need as many of our members and supporters to play, or to assist in running the event as possible.

It is the most important fixture on the calendar, and we need to showcase our club to the wider golfing community.

To this end, we have scheduled two working bees to prepare the course for the championships. These will be held on Sunday 25th June, and Sunday 2nd July from 9am to midday. If you are able to help, that would be greatly appreciated.

Ian Arnold

Dunolly Bowling Club

Wednesday 31st May, Dunolly hosted the Winter Jackpot Pairs, Another perfect day for bowling, the winners on the day were Addy and Ma - Congratula ons.

ETIQUETTE OF LAWN BOWLS.

These are simple, common sense rules - sportsmanship and good manners prevails. We all play the sport for enjoyment, for the pleasure of pi ng our skills against others in a friendly compe on.

1. Be on Time, if running late ring your team manager.

2. Dress correctly, ensure you know your dress code.

3. Introduce yourself to your opponent along with a friendly handshake.

4. During the game don’t make disturbing noises or move about unnecessary.

5. Be alert and mindful as you walk around the adjacent rink.

6. At the end of the game, it is good sportsmanship to shake hands with your opponent’s team. It is also customary to buy your opponent a drink a er the game if you win.

7. Unfortunately even with several behavioural rules of propriety, issues will arise, be careful not to use insul ng or vulgar language during the game, and do address any issues with your team manager.

Remember each one of us plays bowls to the best of one’s ability, no one plays a perfect game every me.

Give encouragement to new bowlers, a word of encouragement goes a long way.

THE CLUB ROOMS ARE OPEN FOR HAPPY HOUR FRIDAY NIGHTS

5.00-7.00 pm. ALL WELCOME

Hannah Delconte, Publicity Mgr.

DFNC NETBALL REPORT

11’s - it was a tough game for our li le superstars this week. We came up against a much taller side and although we tried extremely hard, we went down 4-13. Incen ves went to Alanah and Isabella.

13’s - it was a very low scoring game with both teams demonstra ng fantas c defensive pressure. Unfortunately, we were unable to convert and went down 6-15. Incen ves were awarded to Kimmy and Annabel.

15’s - it was a very close game from the first whistle. Great defensive pressure from both teams made conver ng hard.

Creek ran away in the last 5 minutes and took the win 20-24. 17’s - it was a scrappy start but the girls se led in well and played some really smart, steady netball.

They con nued with their great form and ran out the game 29-7 winners. Incen ves went to Chloe and Ava.

C - Grade: Our team had a great deal of the ball in the first quarter but we were unable to convert. Although we had some amazing passages of play, we went down 16-38. Incen ves went to Grace and Jas.

B - Grade: Once again, this game was extremely close from the first whistle. We weren’t cherishing the ball and Creek were capitalising on this.

We managed to se le in the second half and run away 27-23 winners. Incen ves went to Kenna and Bri.

A - Grade: It was an even first quarter with both teams defending well.

We managed to se le into the game and make some really smart decisions and take control of the game. We won 59-31. Incen ves were awarded to Zoe and Franki.

Congratula ons to Chloe, Ruby, Charlo e, Ava and Mia who represented the league in the Western Country Championships in Warrnambool on Sunday. Every one of them represented our club so posi vely and we are so proud of them all.

Mel Schodde Netball Coordinator

DFNC FOOTBALL REPORT

Under 14.5 Report

Well, this week we came up against Campbell’s Creek in what was a bit of a wet day all round but with good spirits and sportsmanship from both clubs. We came together to support Castlemaine in the loss of what was a tragic me in footy, for a minute’s silence before the game and spor ng black arm bands for Dallas - RIP - forever, playing the game he loved .

To our boys and girls, we turned up primed ready to go up, excitement was up, we started well and competed all day but weren’t quite good enough in the end.

Some be er players for the day are Jacob, Issac, Kyzer, Summer, Chevy and Gracie. Well done guys and girls, you played well with your individual efforts .

Hayden Wellard Coach

Reserves Football Report

A er coming off a good win against Royal Park last week we wanted to back that effort up against Campbells Creek and

The second quarter started much the same, before Creek hit the scoreboard for the first me through some undisciplined acts by both teams. 102-7 at the main break.

Leading by 95 at half me could have seen the boys take the foot off the pedal, but the message was clear; we shouldn’t need hyping up, we needed to be relentless, and relentless we were, kicking 11 goals to nothing in the third quarter. 173-7 heading into the last quarter. A 200-point victory was now our aim and very much in sight, but Campbells Creek slowed the scoring down by throwing 4 players behind the ball, leaving them with 2 forwards and a very congested defensive 50. 29.21 –195 to 2.1 – 13 was the end result.

Jordy Waldron kicked 9 in a best on ground performance, while Jake Willcocks was welcomed back with 7 first half goals before heading to a wedding.

Lachie Tranter, TK, Seth Galvin, Jack Webster and Mitch Walsh rounded out the best players in which 10 other players could have been a part of.

Bailey Goodwin Coach