Dunolly & District Community News
ISSN 2653-4754 Issue 17
Wednesday 11th May 2022
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Did you Catch the Train in Dunolly? Groups of locals could be seen at local railway crossings last Sunday, as they took the opportunity to view and photograph the historic locomotives and carriages of the Grainlander, on its return journey to Melbourne. This Grainlander trip was part of an ongoing series of rail excursions organised by 707 Operations; these offer a range of experiences, catering to both rail enthusiasts and holidaymakers alike. The 707 Operations group is a not-for-profit operation which maintains, restores and operates a collection of historic locomotives and rolling stock. This weekend trip was described as a “Heritage Steam and Diesel-hauled Slow Rail Journey” and incorporated visits to Mallee townships and opportunities to visit some of the Victorian
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Silo Art Trail locations, before heading back through the various towns on the way back to Southern Cross Station. Of course, Dunolly residents are already familiar with engine whistles, as various trains regularly meander through the crossings in town, however, for many of us old enough to remember, the haunting sound of a steam train and its whistle will always evoke strong memories of days gone by. If you would like to keep informed of future events or excursions please follow them on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/707operationsInc Written by Jenny Scott Photo by Sharron Fitzgerald
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I had a really nice Mother's Day, Daughter Ramble was up again over the weekend. She came laden with gifts, a bit of an exaggeration, but there were a few parcels. There was a very pretty plant container in the shape of a metal teapot with a daisy design cut into it. It really needs a special plant so I'll be on the lookout for one. There was also a lovely snuggly dressing gown in that soft fluffy material, very welcome as the nights get colder. As we felt it was too late to book in for lunch in Dunolly, we went to Maryborough for a Chinese lunch. I had my first taste of deep fried icecream, it was interesting and tasty. I have had my slippers for years, they are very comfortable, but really need binning. For some reason I turned them over and got a real surprise. The rubber soles were decorated with what looks like marijuana leaves. I hasten to say I have only seen them in photos. There must be thousands of soles out there with this pattern on them as the slippers are not a one off. Daughter also brought another brain torturing game — she is learning to play backgammon and thought I might like to learn too. She also had a game that I had never seen or heard of, solitaire Chinese Chequers. It is an offshoot of Chinese Chequers only one removes the thirty-one marbles as you jump them. The aim is to get all the marbles off the board, leaving one in the centre of the board. It is not as easy as it sounds, I reckon about three attempts a day would be enough for your sanity. I googled it (yes, I can do that ) and it shows how to work it out. I reckon that is cheating. In case you did not know, this is the International year of glass. We take it for granted, but it is everywhere. Bought some new kitty litter last week — it is made from corn and pea. Not sure if she will eat it or use it for it's proper purpose. Women's Wisdom I am furious about the Women's Liberationists. They keep getting up on their soapboxes and proclaiming that women are brighter than men. That's true, but it should be kept quiet or it ruins the whole racket. Anita Loos Exam Bloopers God created the world and then he created Adam and eBay. For those who have children and don't know it, we have a crèche in the basement. Judith Merrell
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From the Editors Desk As my children live interstate I spent Mothers Day at Dunolly’s Mothers Day Market. The Town Hall had a steady stream of visitors, various shops and eateries were open, the BBQ was run by the Dunolly and Bealiba RSL, whilst CFA helped out with selling of tickets for the Mothers Day Raffle. A Market report is on page 5.
Spotted on Broadway On the way back from the Bank on Tuesday, I stopped to admire a 1927 Austin parked near the post office and just had to take a photo. The owner Walter, took the time to tell me its history and the improvements he had made to it and even offered for me to sit behind the wheel.
National Volunteers Week
Next week is National Volunteers Week. Central Goldfields Shire Council would like to recognise and thank volunteers in the Central Goldfields Shire for their dedication and hard work. To celebrate Volunteers Week the Council invites all volunteers to an afternoon tea on Monday 16th May, 2pm to 4pm at Railway Café & Tracks Bar Gallery, 29 Station Street Maryborough. For more information you can refer to CGSC Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/centralgoldfields If you would like to attend please register your interest by Thursday 12th May by any of these methods. ∑ Phone 0408 326 157. ∑ Email events@eventcgoldshire.vic.gov.au ∑ Via Eventbrite bit.ly/cgsc-volunteerweek Hope to see you there!
The Welcome Record Grant Scheme Just a reminder that our Grant Scheme is closing soon. If you’re a community organisation requiring funding there is still time to apply for a grant. Applications close Friday 4th June 2022. We have been able to assist the local community with small grants this year and have a limited amount of funds remaining. All you need to do is apply in writing stating the amount required, purpose and date the funds are required by. Applications can be submitted by: Email: welcomerecords@iinet.net.au, Post: 83 Broadway Dunolly Vic 3472 or you can place through the door slot at The Welcome Record Office.
Deledio Reserve Paver Fund Raiser Paver templates are located in several businesses in Dunolly. Its good to see that orders for pavers have already been placed. The Dunolly and District Neighbourhood Centre will be the point of contact for any queries, so please call Kath on 5468 1511 for further information.
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Mother’s Day Market Round up May Market (Mother’s Day), what a great day for a Market, with 12 stalls, all contributing to our much-needed funds. Although there weren’t as many stalls as usual, it was still a great day, lots of people milling about town checking out the stalls and the many local shops which opened for Market Day. The Market Committee would like to thank, The Railway Hotel, The Welcome Stranger & Co Café and The Dunolly Caravan Park, for their generous donations which made our Mother’s Day raffle possible. The lucky winners were.
® 1st Jane ® 2nd Marion ® 3rd K. Stocks We wish all these winners the very best and hope they enjoy their prizes. Our next Market will be — Sunday12th June 2022. The March BBQ will be hosted by The Deledio Reserve Committee. Come along and support this group, as they strive to raise funds to improve and rebuild the reserve and its buildings. Stay Safe. Peter, Caryl, Mel, Cheryl & Samantha The Market Committee
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Dunolly and District Neighbourhood Centre Where on Earth is the Neighbourhood Centre?
Upcoming $250 ‘Energy Compare’ payment
A few people lately have asked me this question, so I thought it might be wise to start my column with our actual street address! The Neighbourhood Centre is in the old nurses’ home beside the hospital on Havelock Street, if you turn right onto Bull Street from Broadway, our carpark is at the very top end of the street. We’re happy to have had the carpark recently graded by Shay Excavations, so hopefully all the road users will treat it well, so it lasts!
In last week’s column, I mentioned the upcoming ‘Energy Compare’ $250 bonus payment. From July 1st, households will be able to claim this one-off payment from the state government, by going online to the Energy Compare website and comparing the different providers for your household. Obviously not everyone is an internet enthusiast, so I will certainly make myself available to help any of you that would like to claim this payment.
Expressions of interest sought for Cate Green’s ‘Introduction to Sewing’ Lynda at the Arts Hub was disappointed to announce that Cate Green’s ‘Introduction to Sewing’ at the Arts Hub has been postponed. This will be a wonderful opportunity to learn some real sewing skills, as learners create an Aline skirt (or trousers), while learning each step from an experienced and qualified teacher. We would like people to call either of us to express your interest in this course. We would like to give it another go in spring, so PLEASE get in touch. This is subsidised by the Neighbourhood Centre, to keep costs as low as possible.
Astronomy club coming soon! I’m happy to say that I have received grant money to start up an astronomy club here at the Centre! I’ll get some advice from the Astronomical Society of Victoria on what telescope to purchase, then stargazers will be able to come to the Neighbourhood Centre on a specified night, and view the moon, Saturn, Jupiter... the sky’s the limit! Children encouraged. If we have any amateur astronomers in town interested in helping, please get in touch.
What’s on at the Neighbourhood Centre? Walking groups, the woodwork shed Tuesday mornings at 9am, Whispering Weeders garden club on the last Monday of the month, family history Tuesday afternoons at 1pm at the Centre, table tennis at the golf club (Wed 9am-12pm), ballroom dancing Mondays at St. John’s (times can change), craft on Wednesday from 10am at the Centre, card making and scrapbooking with Rhonda on the 3rd Monday of the month at 1.30pm from June 20th, croquet at 10am Thursdays behind the Courthouse on Bull Street, Archery on the fourth Sunday of the month behind Deledio Reserve from 10am, and of course our wonderful Arts Hub (cnr Thompson and Alice Streets), which has a talented Mosaic group meeting on Mondays at 10am. More workshops will take place throughout the year.
Coming in June How to make a lined coat from a vintage blanket with Cate Green at the Arts Hub.
Town Garage Sale Saturday 15th October. Put the date in your diaries! Keep an eye on our Facebook pages for updates, The Welcome Record column, or drop in to the Centre Monday to Thursday between 9am and 3.30 pm to find out more. 18 Havelock Street, beside the hospital. I take my lunch around 11.30, so if I’m out of the building I won’t be far. Kath Ryan, Co-ordinator. 03 5468 1511 admin@dunnhc.com.au
Internet available at the Centre Lately, I have been happy to host a few locals at the Centre, as they take advantage of the free WIFI. All I ask is a gold coin donation (if you can), so feel free to pop in with your laptop or phone-and enjoy a cuppa and the heater while you scroll through interesting bits and pieces online. $250 Power Saving Bonus I continue to help community members with this bonus, which has been extended until the middle of the year. If you receive a government payment and have a concession card from Centrelink, I can help you apply. I’ll need a copy of your most recent power bill, as well as your concession card. This is a one-off payment, so call me at the Centre for an appointment.
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Uniting Relief Assistance Last week, The Welcome Record was pleased to be invited to visit the newly-opened emergency food relief centre, run by Uniting and operating from the rear of the Uniting Church. This relief has been operating through Uniting at Kangaroo Flat for many years, but due to the many donations received by Dunolly church members, it was decided to further expand the service to meet needs within Dunolly itself.
At this stage, the service will operate every second Thursday afternoon, with the possibility of extending it in the future. Many types of products are available, including tinned food, cereals, household and personal care products, fruit and vegetables, plus many more. Please enquire at the Op shop if you or someone you know would benefit from this much-needed service. Uniting relief assistance will be in Dunolly on Thursday 19th May from 2.00pm.
Alex’s Yard Maintenance Dunolly and surrounding areas Services - Lawn Mowing - Line trimming - Gutters Pressure washing and much more Alex McKinnon 0406 539 668 Page 8 The Welcome Record — Wednesday 11th May 2022
John Tully’s Lost Streets of Dunolly Creek Street Creek Street was mentioned in James Flett’s book on Dunolly but he did not know where it was. In 1856 and 1857 the Sandy Creek Hotel was listed as in Creek Street, Dunolly. It was near the north end of Broadway and obviously near Burnt Creek. One reference said that there were diggings between Creek Street and the main road (Broadway). In December 1856 a Swiss miner Pietro Tomasini was found dead amongst the miner’s holes. His body was taken to the nearby Sandy Creek Hotel in Creek Street where an inquest was held. Some of the jurors at this inquest lived at the north end of Broadway so we can assume that the Sandy Creek Hotel was as well. With this information there seems to be only one street that fits the description. That is the northern end of what we now call Inkerman Street. Creek St is now the extension of Inkerman Street
John Tully’s Dunolly Street Names Descriptive and Royal names
Military names
Visitors to Dunolly often comment on the width of the streets. What most don’t realise is that Broadway and the streets parallel to it are 1½ chains (30 m) whilst the cross streets are only 1 chain (20 m). The main streets in Dunolly were officially proclaimed in 1861 but many of them were named locally in 1856 and 1857. There were several themes to the names. Although not a theme many of the street names fall into the category of descriptive names. So we shall deal with these first. BROADWAY MARKET STREET — site of the market. HOSPITAL STREET SHORT STREET SCHOOL ROAD BANK LANE — alongside the London Chartered Bank. The people of Dunolly were very loyal to Queen Victoria. Two streets were named after one of her daughters. These were: ALICE STREET MAUDE STREET Alice Maude Mary 1843-1878 was the second daughter of Queen Victoria. When the streets were named she was the oldest unmarried daughter.
When Dunolly was formed the big recent news was the Crimean War with Russia. News that Great Britain, France and the Ottoman Empire won the war arrived a month before the rush to Dunolly. Dunolly honoured the event with street names. INKERMAN STREET — This was a battle site near Sebastopol in 1854 in what until recently was Ukraine. Here the British defeated the Russians. There is confusion as to the correct spelling, Inkermann or Inkerman. It was always Inkermann Street but when the streets were officially named in 1861 in the Government Gazette the spelling was Inkerman. The shire council has also been confused. Until recently there was a sign Inkermann Street at one end and at the other end Inkerman Street. RAGLAN STREET — Lord Raglan 1788-1855 was the commander of the British forces in Crimea. CARDIGAN STREET — After Lord Cardigan 1797-1868 commander of the Light Horse. He is best known for leading the ill-fated Charge of the Light Brigade. As well as naming streets in Dunolly after the Crimean War they also named two streets after a recent battle in India. To be continued
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DUNOLLY AREA EVERY SECOND TUESDAY We are available for ∑ House calls for small animal consultations, vaccinations etc. ∑ Routine farm consultations. ∑ Routine horse and farm visits including pregnancy testing and horse dentistry. All appointments for call-outs must be made before midday on a Tuesday. Office hours - 5461 4466 After hours service available
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Church Notices Catholic Church, Dunolly
There will be Assembly at St Mary's Church Dunolly on Sunday 15th May at 8.30 am. R. Mecredy
Uniting Church, Dunolly
Worship on Sunday15th May at 9.30am will be the Presbytery service. A meeting of the Council/Congregation will be held after the service on Sunday 22nd May.
Soft Scapes Artist Mel Young explores the concepts of landscape and the changing colour of seasons with her beautiful fabric abstractions. Her work is intricately linked to her local environment. Walking in nearby bushland through all four seasons provides an endless experience of colour, shape, texture and pattern, which Mel translates into cloth works. Puzzleflat Art Gallery Opening:1pm Saturday 14th May 82 Broadway Dunolly
Cuppa for Cancer will be held at the Op Shop on Thursday May 19th from 10am. A delicious Devonshire tea will be served for a $5 donation. All welcome. Uniting relief assistance will be in Dunolly on Thursday 19th May from 2pm. Linda Pickering
Op Shop Hours Tuesdays 9.30am to 2pm Thursdays and Fridays 10am to 4pm
St John's Anglican Church, Dunolly Rev Canon Heather Blackman Parish Office, Nightingale Street, Maryborough. Phone 5460 5964 Services are held every fourth Thursday at 10am. COVID restrictions permitting. A Eucharist Service with Rev Canon Heather Blackman will be held Thursday, 26th May. Esmé Flett “The Lamb in the midst of the throne will be their shepherd, and will guide them to springs of the water of life, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” Revelation 7.17
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Central Goldfields Shire Council News Mayoral Column Last week we had three wonderful announcements for our Shire which were funded within the Victorian State Budget including four weekend passenger rail services which will enable a service into Maryborough both mornings and returning to Ballarat and Melbourne in the late afternoon. This will significantly boost visitation and support recovering industry. It will also enable residents better opportunity to travel to events or catch up with family and friends. Our Shire sits between the two fastest growing regional cities in Australia and we have a population growth corridor between Ballarat and Maryborough supported by passenger rail. It is fantastic to see that service take the next critical step in its development. Passenger rail connectivity is something our residents really want and we also keenly welcome visitors to our unique and very beautiful Shire with its splendid gold rush heritage. I appreciate some residents in Dunolly were disappointed that the Budget announcement focused on expanded services to the existing passenger rail sector which concludes in Maryborough. Although Council is thrilled with the announcement, our advocacy for enhanced passenger rail services including Dunolly will continue. We can however all share in the excitement of the present announcement by promoting our beautiful assets and touring routes to visitors in a range of ways including train travel and car hire in Maryborough. Also let’s use the added services when they commence, for our Ballarat and Melbourne weekend visits. Very clearly all the residents in our Shire benefit from this new exciting passenger rail announcement. Cr Chris Meddows-Taylor
Community Grants now open $33,250 is up for grabs as part of Council’s 2022-2023 Community Grants Program. Grants above $500 are available to community-based organisations looking for financial support to deliver activities, programs, small events, equipment and infrastructure. Applications are open now and close on Monday 13th June, 2022. To find out more, and to apply online, visit: www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/communitygrants2022 Central Goldfields Shire Cr Anna De Villiers said the Community Support Grant program was a fantastic opportunity for community groups and organisations to seek funding for community led projects. “Community groups and organisations are integral to our community and we know that funding to deliver projects and events can be challenging to access. If you are looking to host an event, activity, program or purchase equipment that will increase community connectedness, promote being active and healthy, or contribute to the local economy then we encourage you to apply for a Community Support Grant.” Maryborough Mill House Neighbourhood House Coordinator, and past Grant recipient, Michelle Baker said the grant has been so incredible for the team at Mill House and the Maryborough community. “We have been able to increase our ability to serve our community in
wonderful new ways. Our new stove has opened doors for our kitchen to link in with new community programs such as the Jamie Oliver Ministry of Food, and we are exploring new ways to increase the reach of our kitchen to new community initiatives”.
Local young people – we need you! Central Goldfields Shire is calling for young people aged between 14 and 23 to register their interest in being part of the Central Goldfields Youth Council. Local young people keen to have a stronger voice in their community are encouraged to get involved. Central Goldfields Shire Maryborough Ward Councillor Wayne Sproull said it was an opportunity to step up and be involved in decision making for the future of our community. “We are looking for 12 enthusiastic young people to represent their community by being involved in decision making whilst learning great leadership skills along the way. You don’t need any previous leadership experience – just enthusiasm”. Central Goldfields Shire Youth Worker Gemma Simpson said she was looking forward to hearing from a range of young people. “We’re keen to see a mix of ages, gender and backgrounds join so we have a diverse Youth Council that can represent the view of local young people. The group will serve a term of 18 months, commencing in July this year and finishing in December 2023. Members of the Youth Council will represent young people at events and activities, and in turn will receive a wide range of supports including opportunities for leadership training and mentoring.” Applications are invited until 5pm, Tuesday 31st May 2022. For more information and to complete the online application form visit:www.engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.au/ youthcouncil. Alternatively contact Council’s Youth Worker Gemma Simpson on 0428 941 399 or by email gemma.simpson@cgoldshire.vic.gov.au.
Dunolly wayfinding signage
Community feedback is now invited on new wayfinding signage in Dunolly. This is in response to community feedback we received through the development of the Community Township Plan for Dunolly and district. To view the proposed signage online, and to provide feedback please visit: www.engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.ay/ dunollysignage, prior to 5pm Wednesday 18th May 2022.
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Have your say on new signs for Dunolly Submit your feedback on the wayfinding signs Have we go the design of the signs right? To provide feedback, please look at page 6, 7 and 8 of the Dunolly Wayfinding Signage proposal https://engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.au/dunollysignage (located on the right hand sign of the web page). Please tell us your level of satisfaction with the graphics and the construction style of the signs. Have we got it right? ∑
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Have we got the location of the signs right? To provide feedback, please look at page 10, 11 and 12 of the Dunolly Wayfinding Signage proposal https://engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.au/dunollysignage (located on the right hand sign of the web page). Please confirm you are happy with the proposed locations or, add you ideas about alternative locations. ∑
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Have we got the information to be provided on the signs right? To provide feedback, please look at page 9 of the Dunolly Wayfinding Signage proposal https://engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.au/dunollysignage (located on the right hand sign of the web page). Please confirm you are happy with the proposed locations or, add you ideas about alternative locations. ∑
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Please share any other comments you might have about the proposed wayfinding signs for Dunolly.
Please submit your email address here to hear about the outcomes of this consultation activity.
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Dunolly Wayfinding Signage Central Goldfields Shire Council is inviting feedback on new wayfinding signage planned for Dunolly. Help is needed to finalise the design, content and location of the signs by filling out the from on page 14 or the online form located at: https://engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.au/dunollysignage These wayfinding signs are planned in response to community feedback received during the development of the Community Township Plan for Dunolly and district. The project is being funded through the Federal Government's Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Fund. Please provide your feedback prior to 5pm, Wednesday 18th May 2022, when the consultation period will close.
What is the purpose of the signs? The purpose of the wayfinding signs is to help visitors find their way around Dunolly.
How many signs will be installed? This project funds two signs for Dunolly.
What should the design of the signs look like? Following a full review of existing signage in Dunolly, the consultants have proposed a design approach for the new signs which complements and enhances what exists.
What information (content) will the signs provide?
The signs will include motivational copy, maps highlighting attractions and facilities as well as information about various points of interest. See page 9 of the Dunolly Wayfinding Signage proposal for more information (located on the righthand side of the web page). Have your say on the type of content that should be included on the signs by completing the feedback form on page 14, or submit online. While the location of the signs is yet to be determined, two potential locations have been proposed: ∑ In Broadway. ∑ In Gordon Gardens.
Proposed installation locations
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Stories from Cynthia Travelling through my past again, another memory, long since forgotten, popped up. It gave me a chuckle, as I now find it hard to believe that I took on this particular job. I am not even sure whether I ever told my daughters about this one, but they can read it now. I do hope they are not shocked. It was back in my uni days and a fellow student and good friend came down with a virus and asked me if I could fill in for her in her part time job, which helped her to pay the rent. I agreed, until she told me about the job. She was modelling at the Art Gallery art school. I was a bit tentative, but agreed, until she told me she was a nude model! That threw me into a panic, as in those days I was not as adventurous or uninhibited as I later became, so I declined. She begged me to help, because otherwise she would lose the job, since she worked only on a casual basis. Reluctantly and inwardly quaking, I accepted. This was long before the NGV was built and the Melbourne Art Gallery was at the top of Swanston Street, adjoining the Museum and Library. The entrance for the art school was an unassuming door at the back of the building which pleased me, because I felt like sneaking in unobserved. When I presented myself, I was directed to a changing cubicle and told to put on the robe hanging on the wall and then come into the studio. After I had undressed, in fear and trepidation I came slowly into the studio, to be confronted by quite a large group of art students of both sexes sitting at their easels waiting for me and all looking at me. Now I must disrobe and my heart dropped with the shedding of the gown. Now what? The instructor asked me to strike an action pose and I, determined to hide as much as possible from view, turned sideways and raised my front knee in an effort to be as modest as possible, no full frontal for me, thank you. Then I was instructed to stay as still as possible, no movement for at least the first five minutes. I discovered that this was excruciating; no one could imagine how
difficult it is to stay completely still for more than a minute or two. After that, another pose was suggested, and I asked could I turn around with my back facing the students and thankfully this was accepted. My friend was off sick for a whole week, which involved three modelling sessions. I never really relaxed in any of them, so I decided that nude modelling was not for me. However, it would have been fun to put it on my resume. Cynthia Lindsay
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Recollections of Life in Dunolly Part 3 Life was relaxing…lots of work available. Those too sick or too old were the only ones not able to get a job. And it cost only £4 to fill our car with fuel in 1968. My pay was £6/6d each week…or was it a fortnight? My first job was at Phelan’s as secretary to Bill Phelan, who became Country Party Member for Kara Kara in the Legislative Assembly. It cost me £2 a week to catch Spiker’s bus, which went daily from Dunolly to Maryborough. It took us ages to buy our first car as we were both taught by our parents that you must pay for everything, or you can’t afford it. How life has changed. Early in November we always celebrated Guy Fawkes night where a big bonfire was established up at the “Rec” (Deledio Reserve now). We loved to light skyrockets, crackers and many other fireworks, but then it became illegal to light up firecrackers, so it died out. The Gold Rush Festival was held the last weekend in October and Ron Flett used to work hard to organise the float from the Hospital, full of staff for the procession on Saturday. That’s where I heard of “Australia All Over.” I was born in the Hospital and worked in the office for 12 years. When I was about 12, my Auntie Gladys had her son Fred. Mum and I walked up to the Hospital to visit her, but I wasn’t allowed in to see the baby as you had to be much older. So, I stood out on the ground looking up to the window and waved to my auntie that way. Many in the town worked for the Gold Rush Festival. Mrs Marge Linton did a lot of work in its preparation. There were many other entertaining features, with the big day of gold panning, competitions and fashion at the Harvest Home on the outskirts of Dunolly on Sunday. Stuart, our son aged 16, won “Hold the Gold” one year, which was a heavy rock. An enjoyable weekend for all. Maryborough was the “big town” to us Dunolly-ites and Mum would take us on the little diesel train from Dunolly at 10am when it came from Donald and away we went to Maryborough. No caravan park in Dunolly then but the Soldiers’ Gardens were there beside the Station Dam. It was exciting when the big news came that the Queen was to see us in Maryborough during her Australian Royal Visit. Thousands of us were there to welcome her, but she didn’t leave the train on her trip to Maryborough and we had to give her the Royal Wave as she passed through. There was a measles epidemic in the area. Dad drove us to Ballarat and Bendigo where she was visiting too. In summer, bushfires were very bad in our area. Every time the volunteer firemen heard the siren, they would tear off to catch the fire engine, but when it was so close to Maryborough it made all our hearts beat faster for sure. We had a good softball team in the ’50s and ’60s and netball started by the Uniting Church minister’s wife, Mrs Norma Gallacher, in the ’60s. Most of us had never played competition netball before, but Norma had been a State player. This saw us mistakenly placed in A Grade that first year. Norma didn’t play, as they were starting their family. Our first netball uniforms were all the same colour but different styles and shades. Norma had collected uniforms from here and there to enable us to play. We played on the school courts for both practice and our Saturday afternoon matches. The opposition teams were amused at our big goal rings. One match I umpired, having never done it before, and obviously I wasn’t very good at the rules as, even though the opposition won very well, they still reported my bad umpiring. One of our games in our first year I remember,
the score was 95 to nil. My team won our first Grand Final in B Grade in 1964. Churches were very well-attended in the past. We still have Roman Catholic, Anglican and Uniting Churches. We used to have a Church of Christ where Mum and Dad were married. The Presbyterian Church joined with the Uniting Church, the Presbyterian Church became the RSL building, with our Kitchen Tea being held there. There used to be dance nights there. So sad to notice how many towns are losing their churches…or ministers. I guess they make lovely homes. Sunday School was well-attended in those days. We had about four groups in the larger Sunday School and the kinders in the little school, where I always wondered why it had a sloping floor. I loved to take the little ones for their lesson. There was no Op Shop then and we used to play badminton once a week. Mick and Beryl Raselli lived on the corner of Market and Thompson streets, so could view the tennis courts from their kitchen window. They used to have things very organised and there was practice every night on the courts. There was also ladies’ day on a Wednesday afternoon. Other names I remember during our tennis years were Ron Deledio, Tubby Hunt, Myra Davidson, Rene Fox, Dos Polinelli, Clara Hall and many more, come to mind. We had to go to practice for our grade every week or you wouldn’t be selected. We had A Grade, A Reserve, B Grade, B Special, C Grade and C Special. I can’t remember how many teams, but I was so very sad to find we don’t have any tennis teams these days. Mick Raselli also had much involvement in the Golf Club. He, together with Bert Cooke, had a lot to do with the clubhouse growing from a small tin shed to a beautiful clubhouse, where we used to have enjoyable family gettogethers and entertainment. For a small town, we had quite a number of great footballers who kicked their first football at Dunolly. On a Saturday, going up to the oval to watch the footy, was a perfect start to the weekend. The Deledio Reserve was named after one of our past champions, Ron Deledio. Tony Polinelli was another champion who played for Geelong in VFL (now AFL). Robbie Walls, I used to secretly feel he was a Dunolly person. He would visit his Grandma sometimes and go to the primary school occasionally. Dunolly has always shown great sportsmanship in the cricket with great bowlers and batsmen. Above all that, Ralph Williams has given so much of his time for many years as coach of the juniors. To be continued Robyn Anderson, Murrabit
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Central Goldfields Waste Management
The Central Goldfields Shire Council (CGSC) Waste Management Strategy 2020 – 2030 will be the topic for discussion at the May Goldfields Sustainability Group (GSG) meeting, 2pm till 4pm on election day, Saturday 21st May. The vision expressed in the strategy is that our Shire will be a low waste community and a goal is that all people in the Shire community understand their role in waste management. GSG invites you to learn more about our role in waste management by listening to Louise Turner, CGSC Strategic Waste Officer. Louise will speak about: 1. Changes in relation to State and Federal Policy in relation to waste particularly how this impacts down to a service delivery level (what CGSC deliver on the ground) 2. What the service currently delivers – what can be placed in the bin, recycled through the bins or transfer station and why only certain products. 3. The opportunity for looking at the scope of our services and service gaps (under the umbrella of the Waste
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Management Strategy 2020-2030 (and with the Climate Action Plan in mind) – to better develop contracts for future services. Also, the impact of the policy changes on what we need to offer. 4. The wastes that aren’t covered by our waste services and get some feedback/questions from the group as to what are the areas they think needs to be looked at or are curious about. At a household level, Bronwen Haywood will speak about her efforts to encourage community members to deal responsibly with household waste and take us through the “The 5Rs of Waste Management — your handy guide.” This guide has now been modified by Zonta for a global audience and can be found on the website “Zonta Says Now to gender equality and climate action” https:// zontasaysnow.org.au/” in the “We lead by example” section. For anyone wishing to read the CGSC Waste Management Strategy beforehand, you can download a copy at: https://www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/HaveYour-Say/Closed-Consultations/Draft-Waste-Management -Strategy The meeting will be held at Mill House 88-90 Burke Street, Maryborough. And all are welcome to attend. Barry Parsons (Secretary GSG)
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Loddon Shire Customer Service Excellence training for Loddon Shire businesses Loddon Shire businesses are invited to attend Customer Service Excellence Training with the Institute of Excellence, at 6pm on Wednesday 8th June 2022 at Pyramid Hill College. The evening will cover a range of topics: centric approach will help you win in business. ∑ Effective feedback, online ∑ Understand why a customer-community management and brand reputation protection ∑ Learn how to grow your customer base through reviews and referrals ∑ Help you establish the gaps in your business that hold the greatest opportunities ∑ How to create smart collaborations Practical examples and demonstrations of the power of social media for your growth. This training is being offered face-to-face and will be free for all Loddon Shire businesses. You can register your interest at bit.ly/3yczNpR Registrations close 1st June 2022. For further information contact the Loddon Visitor Information Centre on 03 5494 1257 or email loddonvisitorinformation@loddon.vic.gov.au
Fire hazard reduction works expressions of interest
Council is seeking expressions of interest from suitable contractors to provide slashing services for residential blocks, Council properties and roadsides as part of Council’s fire hazard reduction program. Contractors who
express interest must complete the expression of interest form and other requested documents as stated on this form. Further information, including an information pack and expression of interest form, can be obtained by contacting Jayden Baber, OHS Risk Management and Fire Prevention Officer on 0447 044 592 or by email to jbaber@loddon.vic.gov.au Responses will be received up until 5pm, Thursday 30 June 2022.
Carbon monoxide poisoning The Department of Health has issued an advisory urging people to be aware of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. Any gas appliance, gas heater, wood heater or fireplace, equipment or items powered with a gas or petroleum engine, have the potential to leak carbon monoxide, especially if they are used incorrectly or are faulty. This can cause a health risk when they are used in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas, such as inside the home or in a caravan. Energy Safe Victoria recommends that all gas heaters are serviced and tested at least once every two years by a licensed or registered gasfitter. To view the full Department of Health advisory visit www.health.vic.gov.au/health-advisories/carbonmonoxide-poisoning Additionally, Energy Safe Victoria has a safety alert list for models of open-flued gas heaters that should be checked by a qualified gas fitter immediately. The list is available at https://esv.vic.gov.au/safety-alerts/ gas-open-flued-gas-heaters/ Loddon Shire Mayoral Column 10th May 2022
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Central Goldfields Residents and Ratepayers Assoc. Inc. Looking at the proposed 2022-23 Budget, we see that our debt is forecast to be paid off by 2025. For years we have seen that forecast of debt to be paid off, yet never appear to see a result. This Budget actually demonstrates that the debt, which was over $5 million back in 2017, now forecasts signs of it being totally removed. This is a very pleasing sight. Looking further into the Budget, we also noticed concerns with current assets over current liability balance. Financial performance indicators re – Liquidity Working Capital (being current assets/current liabilities) We have noticed our working capital % also decreasing, with promises the percentage will increase. Council's goal is for 150%, that promise is given and still that percentage reduces and is not $150%. The trend for the budgets over the last three years is a reduced Working Capital from the previous year. Starting in the 2020/2021 budget: ∑ Working Capital budget has been 199%, 165% and this year 112%.
The items mentioned, the year, dollar amount and explanation all are incorrect. Also stating “The Report of Operations and Performance Statement data did not include all the required performance measures as required by the Local Government Act 1989 and Part 4 of the Local Government (Planning and Reporting) Regulations 2014”, which increased the report by ten pages. Why was the December Annual Report ever approved? There are several plans or policies up for public comment. We ask the community to check out the Council's https://engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.au/ site and participate. Add your comments and be part of this process. For us as a community moving forward, it starts with each and every one of us being part of it. Thank you and stay safe. Wayne McKail, President
∑ The 2021/22 Working capital has been 212%, 165% and this year 134%. ∑ The 2022/23 Working Capital has been 224%, 181% and this year 112%. ∑ The 2023/24 Working Capital has been 233%, 188% and this year 131%. ∑ The 2024/25 Working Capital has been 223% and this year 152%. Council makes the following statement each year “The ratio is forecast to improve over the projected period” (or something equivalent), but this is not true. Each year the Working Capital reduces to a worse position; hopefully this trend will change. It needs to and very quickly. A question was sent to Council re our concerns and what steps they are taking on this issue, at Thursday night's Online Budget presentation. The reply simply was to repeat what was written in the proposed 2022-23 Budget, without addressing any of the questions actually asked. Council shows concern around what they deem as misinformation, yet again, when we request clarity from the Councillors, that information is not forthcoming, so we are left to report on our understanding of the issue. Once again, we ask Council and Councillors, if there is a report which you deem as misinformation, please provide the correct information and rectify the issue, instead of informing the community the information is incorrect and not rectifying the information in question. Our concerns around Governance figures per Councillor, at $120K in the 2020-21 Annual Report approved by Council in December 2021 was addressed and an Erratum was published in the February update of the 2020-21Annual Report.
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Dunolly Primary School
School wide positive behaviour support program Our school uses the School Wide Positive Behaviour Support approach to wellbeing and behaviour management. Expected behaviours are stated on the matrices which are displayed in the office, classrooms and other areas. We reference these when assisting students with problems or to guide them when they aren’t displaying expected behaviours. We also explicitly teach these in the classroom, so students have a clear understanding of what the behaviour looks like in different settings. At the moment we are focussing on respect.
School Arrival REMINDER — students aren’t to be at school before 8.30am. The yard isn’t supervised until 8.35am and classroom doors opened at this time too. If you need to drop your child off earlier than 8.30am you can access our Before School Hours Care program. For more details or to register go to www.THEIRCARE.com.au
Respect
Developing tolerant, considerate individuals
You can discuss this at home too. Some of our expected behaviours under the banner of respect are: We keep our hands and feet to ourselves We use our manners We are honest We treat others with kindness We wait our turn to speak If you notice your child doing these things at home please let them know they’re doing a great job of being respectful!
Last Week’s Stars of the week
Mothers Day Stall Thank you to our amazing volunteers who ensured students were able to choose something special for mums/aunts/grandmas/special people.
Students of the week Prep/1 – Henry Deason Year 2/3 – Blake Davies Year 4/5 – Taylah Schodde Year 5/6 – Corey Parker Principal’s – Amelia Raven
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Bealiba Bingo
Bealiba Hall
2nd Monday of the month 1.30pm
Bealiba CWA
Bealiba Hall
3rd Thursday of the month 1pm
Bealiba Line Dancing
Bealiba Hall
Every Tuesday 7pm - 9pm
Bealiba Supported Playgroup
Bealiba Primary School outdoor area
Friday 10am - 11.30am
Bealiba Progress Association
Bealiba Hall
2nd Monday of the month 7.30pm
Bealiba Indoor Carpet Bowls
Bealiba Hall
Every Thursday night 7.30pm
CG Ratepayers Association Inc
TBA
1st Tuesday of the month 7.30pm
Community Bus to Maryborough
Bull Street, RTC side street
Leaves Friday 10am. Be there 15 mins before departure. Return trip call 5468 1205
Dunolly and District Probus Club
Dunolly Bowling Club
3rd Thursday of the month 10am
Dunolly and District Inc.
TBA
2nd Wednesday of the month 5pm
Dunolly Community Garden
Kindergarten, Maude Street
Every Thursday at 5pm
Dunolly Community Market
Broadway (Main Street)
2nd Sunday of the month 9am - 1.30pm
Dunolly CWA
Neighbourhood Centre
1st Wednesday of the month 1.30pm
Dunolly District Hospital Auxiliary
PAG Room
1st Monday of the month at 10am
Dunolly Field and Game
1st Wednesday of the month 7.30pm
Dunolly Fire Brigade
Fire Station
3rd Monday of the month 7.30pm
Dunolly Historic Precinct Committee
Town Hall
4th Monday of the month 5pm
Dunolly Karate Club
Dunolly RSL Hall
Mondays 5.30-6.30pm and 6.30-7.30pm Pee Wee / Junior / Senior (7+ years)
Dunolly Masonic Lodge
Masonic Lodge
3rd Monday of the month 7.30pm St George Freemasons Lodge No. 19, Havelock Street
Dunolly Museum
Broadway
3rd Monday of the month 2pm. Search “Dunolly Museum” for more information
Dunolly Music Group Open Mic Night
Dunolly Golf Club
Every Friday Night 6pm -11pm
Dunolly Neighbourhood Watch
CFA rooms
3rd Wednesday of the month 10am
Dunolly Ninjas Program
Dunolly RSL Hall
Mondays from 5pm (4 to 6 years old)
Dunolly Planned Activities Group
Tuesday and Thursdays 10.30am to 2.30pm
Dunolly/Bealiba RSL
RSL Hall Dunolly
2nd Tuesday of the month 7pm
Dunolly Senior Citizens Meeting
Senior Citizens Hall
1st Monday of the month 10am
DSC Card Playing
Senior Citizens Hall
Each Tuesday at 1.30pm
DSC Carpet Bowls
Senior Citizens Hall
Each Monday 1.30pm
DSC Luncheon
Senior Citizens Hall
3rd Wednesday monthly 12.30pm
Dunolly Social Cyclists
Meet fortnightly. Contact Neville 5468 7295
Dunolly Supported Playgroup
Various locations
Mondays 10am - 11am Little Explorers Dunolly Library Wednesday 9.30am - 11.30am Dunolly Kindergarten Thursday 9am - 10.45am Dunolly School
Dunolly Vehicle Club Inc.
Golf Club
5.30pm Every Second Tuesday
Golden Triangle Archers
Behind Deledio Reserve
4th Sunday monthly 10am
Maryborough Pigeon Fanciers Inc.
Poultry Pavilion, Carisbrook
1st Tuesday of the month 7.30pm (February and November). M&DAS Bucknall Street, Carisbrook
Mother Goose Program
Dunolly Primary School
Every Friday - school terms 9.30-10.30am
Newbridge CWA
Newbridge Hall
3rd Tuesday of the month 1.30pm
Old Time Dancing
Anglican Hall
7.30pm Mondays, Barkly St, Dunolly
PMAV
Maryborough Highland Club
3rd Tuesday of the month 7.30pm
Talbot Farmers Market
Talbot
3rd Sunday of the month 9am to 1pm
Tarnagulla Action Group
Community Centre
3rd Monday of the month 7.30pm
Tarnagulla Playgroup
Tarnagulla Hall
Thursday 10.30am -12 noon
Tarnagulla Senior Citizens
Victoria Hall
1st and 3rd Monday of the month 11am -12.30pm
The Welcome Record Committee
Town Hall
2nd Monday of the month 1pm Updated 22nd April 2022
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CLASSIFIEDS AND NOTICES Welcome Stranger and Co Welcome Stranger and Co will be closed from 3pm until 7pm on Friday 27th May for a private booking. From 7pm All welcome for a music night with Central Goldfields Music Inc Open Mic and Jam.
Cancelled Due to exceedingly low numbers of interested people, Cate Green has decided to cancel this set of classes. I am really disappointed as the Neighbourhood Centre was subsidising the cost of such an experienced teacher and making the classes so affordable in the hope that adults and kids over 10 may want to gain a real life skill. Lynda Dunolly Arts Hub
Dunolly Women's Historical Art Trail
Five x $500 commissions are available for artists, musicians, re-enactors and makers who live, work and/ or play in Dunolly and the surrounding region. Artworks will become part of the Augmented Reality Art Trail to be launched in September this year. I am looking mostly for storytelling artworks, so that people on the trail aren't stuck reading pages of text. It would be great to see a diverse range of storytelling methods, like works from singer songwriters, historical re-enactment, video footage of artists creating works based on these women, accompanied by voice-overs telling the women's stories, animation etc. This art trail has been made possible by Cultural Tourism Accelerator Funding from the Regional Arts Fund as administered by Regional Arts Victoria. For more information about the women and the project, please check out the Facebook group 'Women’s History of the Central Goldfields'. Louise Cooper
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Dunolly Bowling Club May News Last Wednesday 4th May, Dunolly hosted the first of the Winter Jackpot Pairs. Monday and Tuesday were cold, rainy days; however, we were certainly blessed with a beautiful day for bowling on the Wednesday. The winning pairs were Terry from Dunolly and Joe from Avoca. Due to personal reasons, l was not able to help in the kitchen. Sandra Caldecoat organised the afternoon tea, also thanks to Karen Waters, Frank Mifsud and Fabion Delconte; your help on the day was greatly appreciated. Wednesday 11th May: Avoca will be hosting the Winter Jackpot Pairs, weather permitting. Sunday 15th May: The Bowling Club is having another music afternoon, with a 2pm start and a gold coin donation. Cal N Pickles is a delightful duo, singing a mixture of Ballads, Country, Blues and originals. What a better way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon, in the company of good friends, enjoying an adult refreshment or two and listening to music that will soothe your soul. Sunday 22nd May: Don’t forget, the BBQ at 12.00 noon, courtesy of the Bowling Club. The AGM and presentation will be followed by a General Meeting. Nomination forms are available for volunteering positions. You can also express your concerns and grievances at the AGM. Hannah Delconte.
Dunolly Golf Club Inc Results Saturday 7th May Men Winner: D Hunt 38 points
Women Winner: S Hunt 31 points Nearest To Pin: Josh Hunt 13th and J Polinelli 8th. Eagle: J Lacey 9th.
Bill Willmott Trophy Postponed from last Saturday and will be played this Saturday The Bill Willmott trophy will be 14th May. We hope to have a good roll up of players on this special Day. Looking forward to seeing you all there for a game or join us for a drink afterwards. Cheryl Lovel and Jenny Lovel
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Dunolly Football Netball Club Press Release
On May 9th at our Committee meeting, we received the resignation of our president Samantha Wakeman, due to family reasons. Sam has held this role within the club since November 2020 (having previously held the role of secretary) During this period, Sam had performed duties well and above what most would expect of a president from taking on multiple executive roles, game day duties across football and netball and assisted the club through one of the toughest periods, with a shortened season due to COVID-19. We thank Sam for all her hard work over this period and are extremely grateful for the foundations she has laid for others to step into. We look forward to seeing Sam's friendly face around the club moving forward. Transitioning into the role of President is Ric Lang (pictured left). Ric has been an avid supporter and sponsor of the club for several years — this year Ric has come on board as a major sponsor with True Blue Floors. We look forward to seeing Ric bring his business acumen and leadership to the club. Stepping into the role of Vice President, is our Football Manager, Jamie Townsend (right). Jamie has been involved in the club for several years as a player, senior coach and regular committee member. We look forward to seeing what our new appointments bring to the table and look forward to seeing everyone this Saturday v Natte Bealiba at home for our sponsor's appreciation day. DFNC Committee
We lost 20-12. All Day on Broadway Incentive went to Celcee and Club went to Jorgia. C-Grade came up against a well-oiled Avoca side and found it hard to score. The girls never gave up though. We went down 5-74. Welcome Stranger award went to Karina and Club award to Mel Freo. B-Grade came up against some tough competition as well. Avoca’s defensive pressure was just too strong for us and we went down 9- 57. JM Leech award went to Maddi and Club incentive went to Frankie. A-Grade started really strongly and we were nipping at Avoca’s heels up to half time. Unfortunately, we disappeared in the 3rd quarter and Avoca capitalised. We had another good 4th quarter, but unfortunately Avoca ran out easy winners. We went down 43-69 Railway Hotel award went to Briella and club incentive to Leah. Congratulations to Grace Freemantle who played her 50th game this weekend. Mel Schodde
Ric Lang and Jamie Townsend
Netball Report The 11s started off our day on a high, with a very wellfought win against some tough competition. Dunolly won 8-5 Incentives went to Alanah and Grace. The 13s started with a bang and continued with some great team work, to finish the game clear winners, winning 19-5. The Bakery Incentive went to Hannah and the club incentive went to Lexi. The 15s was a very close game from the word go. Great defensive pressure by both teams saw goals hard to come by. The girls were able to hold on for a 2-goal win 15-13. Canteen award went to Chloe and Club award went to Nhykita. The 17s - the girls started really well and had some great passages of play but unfortunately Avoca capitalised on a few turn overs and we were unable to catch back up. Gracie Freemantle 50 games The Welcome Record — Wednesday 11th May 2022 — Page 27
Timor Primary School visits Gordon Gardens Last Monday, I was invited to Gordon Gardens to view part of a whole school excursion by Timor Primary School students. The learning focus was on visual art, with the emphasis being on the colourful mosaics. The intention was to learn about the art of others and consider where and why people make visual artworks. Helen Kaptein, from the Central Goldfields Art Gallery was there to work with students and to conduct a Q & A session. Some older students, working with Kate Lee, Timor PS art teacher, participated in a drawing activity, based on the topic, “What I love about my school”. The work completed during the excursion is to form the starting point for the development of an artwork. At the end of the session the students enjoyed some time on the playground equipment before returning to school. Sharron Fitzgerald
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