NEW HIGH -TECH ROAD SAFETY CAMERAS TO SAVE LIVES

Distracted drivers will now pay higher Road Safety Fines. A major contributor to serious and fatal collisions, drivers doing the wrong thing behind the wheel are being put on no ce that new high-tech road safety cameras, detec ng mobile device usage and non-use of seat belts, will be caught.

Victorian Minister for Police, Anthony Carbines said, “Drivers have a responsibility of not just keeping themselves and others in their car safe, but everyone else using the road too. Every life lost on the roads is avoidable – I urge Victorians to do the right thing on the roads.”

In 2022, nearly a quarter of deceased vehicle occupants were not wearing a seatbelt. Drivers are also 10 mes more at risk of crashing if they are tex ng, browsing or emailing on their mobile phone. Drivers will now face penal es of four demerit points and a $577 fine when caught using a mobile phone while driving, and three demerit points and a $385

New PBS Subsidy For “Deadly Duo” Diabetes and kidney disease

The PBS lis ng follows three-fold increase in diabetes-induced kidney failure in past 20 years. Thousands of Australians with type 2 diabetes who face the prospect of kidney failure will soon be able to access a first-of-its-kind medicine to help slow the worsening of kidney damage.

From 1 July, Kerendia® (finerenone) will be funded through the Pharmaceu cal Benefits Scheme (PBS) to delay the progressive decline of kidney func on in adults with chronic kidney disease associated with type 2 diabetes (with albuminuria, which means protein is found in the urine).It is used in addi on to standard medicines for the condi on.

According to Professor Richard MacIsaac, Director of Endocrinology at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne and co-lead of diabetes kidney disease research at the Australian Centre for Accelera ng Diabetes Innova ons at the University of Melbourne, who was involved in clinical trials of Kerendia, “the availability of Kerendia through the PBS is very welcome news for the large number of Australians living with the ‘deadly duo’ of type 2 diabetes and progressive kidney disease”.

fine for drivers and passengers not wearing a seatbelt.

Shockingly, during April and May this year, the cameras detected 7,160 offences, including 3,523 drivers and 767 passengers not wearing seatbelts and 2,870 drivers using mobile phones. There are currently four camera trailer systems in opera on, enforcing more than 8,000 hours each month. The cameras can be deployed to up to 200 loca ons in rural and metropolitan areas. A further two camera trailer systems will be opera onal in the coming months.

For more informa on on the new road rules visit the VicRoads website

MDHS Early Works Nears Comple on

The early works stage of the $115 million Maryborough Hospital

Redevelopment is nearing comple on. The $115 million hospital redevelopment will bring world-class health facili es to Maryborough and is essen al to meet the growing needs of our community.

The project team including the Victorian Health Building Authority and Maryborough District Health Service is working closely with the builders and Central Goldfields Shire Council .

Member for Ripon, Martha Hayle pictured above said, ““Our massive expansion and upgrade of the Maryborough Hospital will ensure our hardworking nurses and doctors can con nue to deliver locals the care they need and deserve.”

For more informa on about the project visit vhba.vic.gov.au or the Maryborough Hospital redevelopment web page at mdhs.vic.gov.au.

What’s on ...

Friday, August 11th 2023

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.

Coming soon

Saturday, August 19th 2023

Gilbert & Sullivan’s Pirates of Penzance Inglewood Town Hall

“It is, it is a glorious thing to be a Pirate King” – this popular light-hearted farce is a fun, wi y, hilarious ride for audiences with English peers, pirates, police, lovers Frederic and Mabel – “what’s not to like”!

To find out, come and see the new produc on from Melbourne company, Gilbert And Sullivan Opera Victoria, as directed by Ron Pidcock OAM with musical direc on from Trevor Henley.

This produc on pays homage to the highly acclaimed 1981 Broadway interpreta on and remains faithful to Gilbert’s wi y and deligh ul story and rightly famous songs such as, “Poor Wand’ring One”, “I am the Very Model of a Modern Major-General”, “With cat like tread” and “A Policeman’s Lot is not a Happy One”. Buy your ckets now before it sells out via www.gsov.org.au

Sunday, August 20, 2023

Miss Brigid & Her Mixed Nuts

LIVE at the Dunolly Golf Club

Returning to Dunolly a er her successful tours to the district a few years ago (but with one nut this me).

Jono and Brigid, otherwise known as ‘Double the Diva’, are two very talented musicians who move freely from jazzy blues to La n, from musical theatre to classical with a bouquet of blues and an extremely generous twist of comedy. There is a large selec on to sa sfy all taste buds and please note, if you are nut intolerant, you don’t have to worry just Book NOW!

Presented by the Dunolly Gilbert & Sullivan Society, Bookings Rachel 0427 275 006 Tickets $20

Bereavement

Vale Joyce Chivers (nee Ca o)

Audrey Joyce Ca o was born on the 9th February 1924 to ‘Jock” and Eleanor Ca o from Rheola.

Joyce passed away peacefully at Kara Court, St Arnaud on the 12th July 2023. Loving wife of Harold Erwin and Lloyd Chivers (both dec). Loved mother of John and Donald Erwin and mother-in-law of Jenni and Sharyn. Grandma to Briony, Heath, Kent, Tynan, Emily, Ka e and Andrew Erwin. Great grandma of 11. Joyce joined the Bealiba CWA, where she made lifelong friends, was an office bearer for 43 years and awarded a Life Membership in 2000. She finally gave it away when she was 90.

Joyce was also very interested in history through her friendship with Ron Carless, Jack Fle and John Tully and was a regular volunteer with the Dunolly Historical Society. She resided on the farm which her son Donald and his wife Sharyn was running un l just before her 99th birthday when she went into care. She had an amazing memory right un l the end and thrived in rela ng them to whoever was interested. Her local area knowledge, growing up in Rheola, sharing her stories and photos has been appreciated by many people and in ar cles she would contribute to The Welcome Record over the years.

Joyce is shown above in one of her favourite pictures holding a model of the 'Precious' nugget found in Ca o's Paddock, Berlin (now Rheola), Victoria, Australia, 1871.

On behalf of our family, thank you for including this in The Welcome Record.

Sharyn Erwin

Vale Joyce Chivers

Bereavement

Keith “Tubby” Hunt

The Dunolly Bowling Club send their sincere condolences to “Tubby’s” family on his passing. Tubby was a bowler for many years with the club before moving to Maryborough.

Rest In Peace Keith

Condolences to all the Family. Tim and Raelene O’Kane

Bereavement

HALL, Murray

Deepest Sympathy to Murray’s Family. Teacher’s Lane will never be the same. Cheers Murray

Raelene O’Kane

DUNOLLY/BEALIBA RSL

WOOD RAFFLE

Congratula ons to the June Market Day raffle winner Malcolm, our Barista from the Bakery, I bet this load was much appreciated. Yes, we all wanted and needed a load of wood at this me of the year, but unfortunately only one can win. Thank you to all that purchased ckets, you always must be in it to win it, be er luck next me.

Lyn Gale

Betley Mechanic’s Ins tute Reserve Inc - Public Hall Wood Raffle winner: Brian from Dunolly. Maree Gale, Secretary

The Bealiba Branch of the CWA are saddened by the passing of Joyce Chivers on Wednesday 12th July 2023.

A brief glance at the honour board shows an impressive record; in total 27 years as Treasurer, 13 years as Secretary and 2 years as President. In addi on, during these years Joyce simultaneously undertook a number of other office bearer posi ons e.g. Interna onal Officer as well as a s nt as Group Secretary for the East Wimmera Group.

In 2000, Joyce was made a Life Member for her reless contribu on to both the branch and the Associa on. I’m not sure how many scones, jelly cakes, peppermint slices and cups of tea Joyce has made over the years, but she assured members, when she was presented with her 50th badge and Cer ficate in 2017, that everything she has done was for the love of CWA.

We are deeply apprecia ve of Joyce’s contribu ons; she s ll had her finger on the pulse un l a few years ago and was the ‘go to person’ whenever members were unsure what needed to be done, who needed to be invited, what procedures should be in place and so forth. In other words, she was an invaluable mentor. She will be greatly missed.

Maureen Wright, Vice-President, Bealiba CWA

18 Havelock St

Mon -Thu 9:30 - 3pm

Dunolly Arts Hub

Corner of Thompson & Alice Streets.

It’s wonderful to have The Welcome Record team back up and running - what a terrific community organisa on.

PUT INTO YOUR DIARIES-

The Dunolly Neighbourhood Centre ‘SPRING FLING’!

On Saturday, September 23rd we are hos ng our solar panel fundraiser ‘Spring Fling’! There will be music, displays, nibbles, and return of the muchloved “UPCYCLED RUNWAY”!

Community members will be invited to create a stunning ensemble to model on our very own runway - but there’s a catch… costumes must be made en rely from upcycled/recycled/op shop materials! More details will be unveiled soon, and I will be spruiking this event at the next Dunolly Community Market, so stop and have a chat!

Croquet Club Presenta on.

Our croquet club were thrilled to be presented with a set of new, expensive balls and hoops by Bill Humphreys from Golden Square Croquet Club!

(Shown here with Sharon Hiley). This equipment is of a high professional standard, and the cost of purchasing it for the club would have been prohibi ve, so many thanks to Golden Square Croquet Club for this most generous gi . The croquet club meet at the Dunolly Golf Course on Thursday mornings from 10am and would welcome new members who wish to give the new equipment a try!

In the old Nurses’ Home beside the hospital on Havelock Street (top of Bull Street).

Monday-Thursday 9.30am to 3.00pm. The Dunolly Arts Hub is on the corner of Thompson and Alice Streets, Dunolly.

Cra Exhibi on at the Arts Hub: August 12th & 13th . Our annual Cra Exhibi on is THIS WEEKEND! Come along to the Arts Hub on Saturday or Sunday and support our local cra ers. The standard is always high, and I thank Lynda Vater for the work she puts into the organisa on of this important community event.

Dunolly Neighbourhood Pantry- Monday to Thursday, 1.30 to 3pm at the Centre. 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. We are now able to offer frozen vegies and bread also, which is very pleasing.

Golden Triangle Archers Two day Trad Shoot. Our congratula ons go to the Golden Triangle Archers for their successful two-day shoot last weekend. Our volunteers, Andy and Jeanna Guelen, had shocking news a few months ago when their son Jack was seriously injured in a car accident (you may see collec on boxes for them around town). The Archers managed to pull themselves together to host this extraordinary event for our town at Deledio Reserve - well done, and our thoughts are with Jack and his recovery.

Kath Ryan, Co-ordinator Ph: 5468 1511 admin@dunnhc.com.au

Christmas in July

Ronnie and her team at The Welcome Stranger pulled this off superbly on Friday 7th July.

Everyone enjoyed a delicious meal of four meats, tasty Christmassy vegetables and finished off with plum pudding with custard along with nibbles and a plethora of different beverages - from cocktails to creaming soda - the night rocked with happy diners. Another splendid event was a celebra on of Lee’s birthday - one of the many talented presenters from Goldfields FM who requested his friend Melinda and the Midnight Mantra band to play

Bealiba Multicultural Food Feast

At Bealiba Public Hall on July 30th, Veronica Medlyn, the Campus Leader of New Horizons Church in Bealiba hosted a Mul cultural Food Feast to bring people of all na onali es, genders, and religions together to share their unique cultures through food from around the world.

An opportunity for the community to come together, share food, and connect with new people, Vernoica said “This is not a church service, it is not our inten on to push our religion, we just want to have a day of community and let people know there are people offering a helping hand if needed. “My wish is to share different cultures through food and if the for his guests and Ronnie’s Christmas in July patrons. Melinda, who played the drums whilst bel ng out soulful rhythm and blues vocals, and the band consis ng of two guitarists – Edi and Jojo and bass player – Donald, kept the bluesy mood, tempo, and atmosphere of a blues club high. An added highlight was when Michael, our Postmaster, played drums for a number of tunes. There was lots of cha ng, laughter, some dancing and apprecia ve applause. A good night all round.

The Whispering Weeders enjoyed a Bonsai workshop led by David Allen, Moongate Bonsai at the Neighbourhood House on 31 July. David’s love affair of Bonsai has spanned more than 30 years resul ng in a Bonsai nursery Mandurang Valley. Generously sharing his many handy ps, David wove pieces of wire to create exquisitely shaped bonsai and he made it look so easy! So enthused by his infec ous passion with Bonsai, the Whispering Weeders course, a tradi onal Aussie Lamb Roast.

Flood works update

Two packages of works to restore our road network following the October 2022 floods are now well underway.

Works are being delivered by local contractor Shay Excava ons and Council’s Opera ons team. To find out more about the process, as well as the list of roads that are being upgraded, visit www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/ floodrecoveryworks

Changes to Parking in Maryborough CBD

Due to increases of all-day parking in the CBD area as of 7th August Council’s Local Laws team will be patrolling the CBD. Throughout August they’ll be issuing warnings to motorists who overstay in me designated spaces and who use disabled bays when not permi ed to do so.

From early September fines will be issued for those that do not comply with restric ons. This approach complements the Maryborough Police who have recently been enforcing parking in loading zones and no standing areas.

We urge community members to support these changes which will increase turnover of car parking spaces and be er support our local business community.

Public Transport Users: We want to hear from you Public transport is a vital service to support community members who can't drive themselves. It connects us to work, school, shops, services, friends, and family. This is especially true for young people who can't get a driver's license un l they are 17.

The Youth Council is asking community members of all ages to share their stories and experiences of public transport to show the need for more public transport op ons via a campaign. Even if you don’t take public transport yourself, your opinion is important to us.

You can complete the survey online here: www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/transportsurvey Audit and Risk Commi ee - Expressions of Interest Council is seeking expressions of interest for an independent vacancy on its Audit and Risk Commi ee from suitably qualified people with broad overall experience and a knowledge base with governance and financial experience.

The Audit and Risk Commi ee is a formally appointed Commi ee responsible to the Council. Its role is to report to Council and provide appropriate advice and recommenda ons on ma ers rela ve to its Audit and Risk Charter.

Further informa on can be obtained from Jane S ll, Manager Governance Property and Risk on 0499 865 216. Expressions of Interest close on Friday, 19 August, 2023.