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 admin@dunnhc.com.au

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.

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