Dunolly & District Community News
ISSN 2653-4754 Issue 27
Wednesday 10th August 2022
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Wattle time
It is one of the best times of the year right now. Wattle Time! The nondescript small trees and greyish shrubs have now cloaked themselves in glorious yellows and have become the belles of the bush. The red flowering gum which has been flowering at the back of my place for more than a month is lovely. I have been gloating over it for quite a while, but next to the glamorous wattle, the red flowers look very drab indeed. Within a week, they have gone from yellowish tinged buds to a beautiful bright yellow. The smaller and more delicate Cootamundra were the first to fully form, but the
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black wattle with their bigger and bolder blooms were not far behind. The smaller shrub varieties such as the sticky wattle are a little slower, but those in a spot getting more sun are starting to put on their show too. Standing up at the town water supply on top of Basin Hill and looking down the gully towards Dunolly the wattles are magnificent. They draw your eye down and light up the otherwise uniform forest in an amazing way. When you go down the gully and look up to the top of the hill it is equally lovely. Continued on page 3
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When I was coming home about sunset the other night, I could see a lovely mountain range in the distance. It was not the Pyrenees — it was a range of clouds. There were five "mountains" which were lit on one side by the setting sun and pale grey on the other. It was beautiful. A good photographer would have been able to get a lovely photo. We seem to have a flock of little wattle birds in the plantation. They are calling and flying through the trees all day. I don't know how long a flower on a cyclamen lasts, but one of my survivors from last year has had a bloom on it for about two months. It looks as fresh as the first day. I lost my phone last week. I know one is supposed to keep it at hand all the time, but as I had not left the house all day, I thought it would be where I always put it. When I was off to bed, I got serious about finding it. I finally rang its number and could hear it ringing close by. After the second try, I realised that it was ringing in the pocket of my dressing gown where I had put it when I got up. Got my first 2023 calendar today from the chemist. It has some very lovely pictures of familiar places from different angles. Rosie
The Fun Joke Book While visiting a friend who was in hospital, I noticed several pretty nurses, each of whom was wearing a pin designed to look like an apple. I asked her what it meant. "Nothing" she said with a smile. "It's just to keep the doctors away."
Two caterpillars were crawling across the grass when they saw a butterfly flutter past above them. One nudged the other and said, "You couldn't get me up in one of those things for a million dollars!"
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Wattle Time continued from front page Sometimes the wattles are silhouetted against the sky, which is spectacular. A blue sky really shows up the yellow brilliantly, but so far this season blue skies are a rarity. If the sky is dark and threatening, the wattle stands out incredibly well too. Further south around Ballarat, much of the wattle is more gold than yellow, but still beautiful. Bees swarm all over them and are rolling and swimming in the pollen rich fluffy balls. It seems the wattle is telling us that winter is nearly over, the same way daffodils and jonquils do. They remind us it is time to get out and get some fresh air, in our own garden, or by venturing into the forest to admire the display nature puts on for us every year. It is a pity that a few hours after I have admired their beauty the wattles give me a headache. Perhaps just a subtle reminder of their power. Vicky Frizzell
The Small Business Bus Next stop, Dunolly!
Rural Financial Counselling Service (RFCS) Victoria West’s small business specialists will be in attendance at Business Victoria's Small Business Bus as it tours Victoria’s regional west. Book a chat with local rural and small business financial counsellor John and find out how a small business financial counsellor can support your small business as you navigate financial stress and uncertainty, including operating through drought, bushfire and, yep, COVID19. Book online now for 45 minute appointments available 10am to 4pm, Thursday 11th August, or give us a call if there isn't an appointment time to suit you. Walk-ins are also welcome on this day for our Bus Concierge service. The bus will be located out the front of the Rural Transaction Centre (RTC). This service provides general information about Business Victoria as well as the Planning and Starting Your Business pack Your local small business support can meet you at your business premises or an alternative convenient location. Please note: after booking, one of our small business team will be in touch to confirm the appointment.
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From the Editor’s Desk
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The Welcome Record committee would like to extend sincere thanks to Riley Upton for his support regarding our plea for volunteers and the publication of his article in last Friday’s Maryborough District Advertiser, excerpts of which appear below.
The volunteers behind Dunolly’s community newspaper have made an urgent plea for more residents to get involved, with the future of the publication in doubt. The Welcome Record began as a news sheet over 40 years ago and proved to be so popular, it grew to become a widely read community newspaper with a high number of residents involved in creating and distributing the weekly publication. Since then, volunteer numbers have dwindled at the paper with just one working in the office permanently and two working on a semipermanent basis. The publication has been putting the call out for volunteers for several weeks now, however there has been little to no interest. The Welcome Record president Jan Brock said “while roles at the paper were not difficult, it was the commitment that made things challenging. We really just have our committee members now. Each volunteer has one main role so it’s not as if any of us can take over another role and that’s where we’re in great trouble. If someone is sick or can’t be here, we just don’t have a backup. So many people in the community have been involved with the paper over the years and we need some new volunteers to come on board and give us a hand.” The Welcome Record publishes news from the local area, items of interest and sporting results, promotes local events and provides businesses with an advertising opportunity at reasonable rates. The paper’s editor, Sharron Fitzgerald said “Despite the increasing interest in the paper, there is a real possibility The Welcome Record could go from being published once a week to once a fortnight, or even monthly. That’s not something we want to do and we’ve tried to avoid it but it’s a possibility if we can’t get some new volunteers.” “While volunteers of all skill levels are welcome, those familiar with Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Word and QuickBooks in particular are encouraged to get in touch, as well as those willing to proofread, write content or take on tasks involved with producing and distributing the paper”. “In addition to being a well-read local paper, The Welcome Record is also a not-for-profit organisation that gives back to the Dunolly community through its grants program. We cover our own costs associated with printing and distribution but the rest of that money goes to grants we give out to the community throughout the year. In the last financial year, we gave back around $8500.“ For further information or to get involved with The Welcome Record, contact Jan Brock on 0438 180 752, call into the office at 83 Broadway, Dunolly or send an email to welcomerecords@iinet.net.au”
On several occasions recently, we have requested more contributions of stories or articles for The Welcome Record, as we know many readers love the human interest side of our paper. It helps some people keep in touch and often gives them a bit of a laugh to brighten their day, in particular when they read Cynthia’s stories or Rosie’s Ramble. Our regular contributors are few and far between however and we will always welcome your own stories. Many do not even consider that their own life stories or reminiscences may be worth telling, or that others would like to hear about them, but that is not the case. If you lack the confidence to write your own story, our writers would be only too happy to assist you to put it into words, or to write on your behalf. Please contact us on 5468 1054, by email at welcomerecords@iinet.net.au, or call into the office at 83 Broadway. Your contributions would be most welcome. The Welcome Record team
Pedestrian Crossing On Tuesday the flashing warning lights were replaced. The new lights have LED bulbs and are very bright. A welcome upgrade which will help visibility of the crossing.
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Do you have any perfume bottle tops? The Dunolly Kindergarten is collecting perfume bottle tops to add to our loose parts play. Loose parts help develop creative and critical thinking skills by encouraging imagination and experimentation. Please drop them into the Kindergarten or leave them under the community share table which is located outside. The Kindergarten is located at 94 Maude Street Dunolly.
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49 Alma Street Maryborough 3465 We conduct a mobile veterinary service throughout the Maryborough area
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 Page 6 The Welcome Record — Wednesday 10th August 2022
Dunolly and District Neighbourhood Centre We are located in the old Nurses’ Home beside the hospital on Havelock Street. Monday to Thursday 9am to 3.30pm (lunch break in the middle); and Dunolly Arts Hub, on the corner of Thompson and Alice Streets.
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Ballroom dancing at St. John’s Hall, Barkly Street (back September 5th) ‘Whispering Weeders’ garden club — last Monday of the month. Meet at the Centre. Mosaic making at the Arts Hub from 10am. Card making and scrapbooking with Rhonda 3rd Monday of the month.
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∑ Woodwork shed from 9am. ∑ Family History group from 1pm.
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Ballroom Dancers on a break Our wonderful tutors, Trish and Rex, are taking a wellearned break over the next few weeks. Dancing resumes at 6pm, Monday the 6th of September at St. John’s Hall. Our intermediate group have a wonderful time honing their skills in tango, waltz, foxtrot etc, and are always looking for more twinkle-toed dancers to join them. Call me for more information.
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∑ Craft group from 10am. ∑ Table tennis 9am to 12pm (Golf Course on Separation Road) Evening session available for interested people.
It’s nearly that time of the month again! For only $12, Rhonda will show you how to make beautiful cards your friends and family will cherish. All materials are supplied. 1.30pm, third Monday of the month here at the Centre, next date is Monday 15th August .
∑ Croquet from 10am behind the Courthouse on Bull Street (on break for winter, back September 1st at 10am)
These payments have come at the right time for a lot of our community members, myself included! Our last bill was a shock to the system. If you need help applying for this bonus and your household is connected to the grid, give me a call and we’ll make a time to apply together. I’ll print you out the energy comparison page that shows you the different average yearly prices offered for your household, but you don’t have to change providers if you don’t want to. Kath Ryan, Co-ordinator 5468 1511 18 Havelock St Dunolly, beside the hospital admin@dunnhc.com.au
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∑ Golden Triangle Archers 10am, 4th Sunday of the month (Archery Range behind Deledio Reserve; enter via Elgin Street)
Dunolly Neighbourhood Pantry Wednesday 17th 1.30pm to 3pm (then Monday to Thursday 1.30pm to 3pm) Archery Two Day Shoot August 13th and 14th. Arts Hub Craft Exhibition August 20th and 21st.
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A message from Lynda @ Arts Hub
Hello to all the crafters out there in the Goldfields, just a quick reminder that the Craft Exhibition is on at the Dunolly Arts Hub on the 20th and 21st of August. If you are considering putting something in could you please let me know via text, phone call or on the Arts Hub Facebook page, it really helps me to organise the exhibits and make room for bigger craft pieces. I only need to know your name and how many pieces of craft you are exhibiting. If you leave it till delivery day to let me know it makes my job just a little harder — and in these recent times we all need to help each other. I am looking forward to a fantastic Annual Craft Exhibition, we have lots of really great craft registered already and don’t forget that the Peoples Choice award has three cash prizes this year. My details are: Lynda 0418875453 — email lynda.vater@gmail.com or hop onto Facebook and check out the Facebook page.
Caring for Victoria’s injured wildlife The Andrews Labor Government is ensuring injured, sick and orphaned wildlife get the help they need, with a funding boost to support wildlife rescue volunteers. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Jaala Pulford, today announced that applications for the Wildlife Rehabilitator Grants are now open, with $230,000 available to support wildlife rehabilitators in Victoria. Wildlife shelter operators and foster carers can apply for grants of up to $3,000 for equipment, infrastructure, consumables, education and training. There are more than 700 registered volunteer wildlife rehabilitators in Victoria, playing an important role in rescuing and caring for injured, sick or displaced wildlife and releasing them back into the wild. Last year the grants were provided to 120 wildlife carers and shelters, funding a range of expenses from new enclosures, nesting boxes and temperature control systems to medication, feed and rescue equipment. The funding is part of the Labor Government’s Biodiversity 2037 plan — to stop the decline of native plants and animals and improve the state’s natural environment. The Government has invested more than $560 million in protecting biodiversity and the environment since 2014, more than any in Victoria’s history. Applications close on Tuesday 6th September 2022, to apply for a grant go to: wildlife.vic.gov.au/grants/wildlife-rehabilitator-grants/ Quote attributable to Member for Western Victoria, Jaala Pulford “The work that wildlife shelters and foster carers do is critically important to help rehabilitate injured and orphaned wildlife so animals can be released back to the wild – and that’s why we’re continuing to provide support to them.” Quote attributable to Minister for Environment and Climate Action Lily D’Ambrosio “This is about giving a helping hand to many of Victoria’s dedicated volunteers who house, feed and care for our wildlife — part of our record investment into protecting the state’s precious biodiversity.” Jaala Pulford Media release
Pawgust I'm participating in PAWGUST fundraising for Guide Dogs Australia. I have to walk 60 minutes everyday, come rain, hail or shine in the month of August to raise funds for Guide Dogs. It costs in excess of $50,000 to breed, raise and train just one Guide Dog puppy and with hundreds being trained each year, every dollar raised throughout PAWGUST counts. I'm looking for sponsorship, any donation over $2 is tax deductible. My fundraising page link is https://www.pawgust.com.au/fundraisers/susieoh Susie Oh The Welcome Record — Wednesday 10th August 2022 — Page 9
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Pop up shop The Welcome Stranger Café will be open on Sunday 14th August. Popular “pop up shop” will be running again. All your favourite menu items will be available as well as some new tastes. Sue will be manning the coffee machine and some live music and jamming out the front of the shop. Page 10 The Welcome Record — Wednesday 10th August 2022
Central Goldfields Shire Council News Councillor Liesbeth Long Like so many of late, I was down and out with Covid recently. My husband Andrew had it before me and swiftly passed it on, so we were in isolation together for five days. He received a mild case and was on the mend in no time. Unfortunately, things didn’t go too well with me, and I became sick quite quickly. I was laid up for over a week, which was a bit of a struggle both mentally and physically as I have a pretty good constitution and don’t get sick very often. My last common cold was 3 ½ years ago, go figure. I registered my positive RAT test diagnosis online, not thinking that much of it, to be honest. Well, I was blown away with what happened next, and I am in awe of how good our local health care services are. I received daily text messages to monitor my symptoms and this was backed up by several phone calls from nurses at the MDHS. On day three, when I was really starting to struggle to breathe, the nurse who rang, suggested I book a Telehealth with a doctor to get some medication. I rang my clinic in Maryborough and was able to get a phone appointment for mid-morning the next day. The doctor wasn’t my usual GP, but that didn’t matter as he was on the ball and prescribed a bunch of medications straight away, including the new Antiviral one. The scripts were emailed to my local pharmacy pronto and within a couple of hours they were hand-delivered right to my front doorstep. This all just happened, I didn’t have to chase anyone, or ring, or email. Healthcare is one of those things that can be very divisive, but I honestly think we are very blessed in the Central Goldfields with the excellent facilities that are available to us. Of course, it doesn’t provide for more complex cases, but I do believe it would get you out of trouble for most situations. And now that the proposed $100M new hospital in Maryborough has started, with Stage 1 underway, there is even more reason to love living in the Central Goldfields! Cr Liesbeth Long
Latest news Winter Community News magazine The Winter edition of our Community Update magazine is hot off the press and will start arriving in letterboxes across the Shire next week. It’s also available to read online at : www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/communityupdate
Community leaders partner to address workforce challenges
Local business and community leaders are partnering in a pilot project to attract skilled migrants to the Central Goldfields Shire and specifically Maryborough. The partnership is in response to staff and skills shortages that are affecting businesses big and small — both locally and nationally. The pilot project — Welcome to Central Goldfields — is an opportunity to look at ways to support successful relocation to the Shire as well as advocate at all levels of government on workforce and housing needs.
However, this project is not only about filling jobs. It’s about our Shire becoming more culturally diverse and learning and growing together with residents from various backgrounds. Local businesses have an opportunity to tap into the project by potentially recruiting specialist staff into roles they have previously had challenges in filling. If you are a local business owner who has current vacancies you can’t fill — we’d love to hear from you. To let us know what hard-to-fill vacancies you have, visit:www.engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.au/welcometocentralgoldfields
Construction underway on new Skate and Scooter Park
Construction of the new Skate and Scooter Park in Maryborough has commenced. The project is being delivered by Grind Projects, who were awarded the contract for the construction of the new facility following a public tender process. Grind Projects have years of experience and have a high industry experience in the design and construction of skate parks. The Skate and Scooter Park is being constructed at the Adventure Playground at Princes Park, Maryborough and is expected to be complete by the end of October – weather permitting. The project is jointly funded by the Victorian Government through the Sports Recreation Victoria — Local Sports Infrastructure — $250,000, Community Bank Avoca, Maryborough and St Arnaud (in partnership with the Maryborough Lions Club) — $40,000 and Council ($395,000). Central Goldfields Shire Maryborough Ward Councillor Wayne Sproull said it was incredibly exciting to see construction underway. “The Maryborough Skate and Scooter Park is a Priority Project for Council and was identified after more than 1000 youths signed a petition in 2018 for a new skate park and presented it to Council. “This facility will not only have a broad range of health and wellbeing outcomes for our local community but it will also be utilised by residents of all ages and abilities in our neighbouring townships. “We know our community is excited about this project – and the good news is that with work now underway – there isn’t much longer to wait until our community can enjoy this new facility for many years to come.” Throughout 2019 and 2020, Council held several information and community engagement sessions to determine the skate and scooter park’s design and its preferred location. Council engaged with skate park design and construction experts Convic who facilitated design sessions with community members. Grind then undertook further community consultation to finalise the design and prepare detailed planning documentation. The Skate and Scooter Park has been designed to respect the heritage of the site and to accommodate a range of wheeled sports including skateboarding, scooter riding, roller blading and BMX riding. The design incorporates spectator seating and viewing areas plus shade structures. It enables passive surveillance for parents and carers from several directions including the adjacent facilities (Adventure Playground and BBQ area). For more information, including a copy of the project designs, visit: www.engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.au/skateandscooterpark
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Church Notices Catholic Church, Dunolly There will be Mass at 8.30am at St. Mary's Church on Sunday 14th August. R Mecredy “The more you give , The more you get, The more you laugh, The less you fret”. Helen Steiner Rice
Uniting Church, Dunolly
Emergency food relief The emergency food relief centre, run by Uniting, is still operating from the rear of the Dunolly Uniting Church every fortnight. The service operates every second Thursday afternoon. 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 again be in Dunolly on Thursday 11th August from 2pm.
Rev Chris Venning will lead worship on Sunday 15th August at 9.30am. KYB is held on Wednesday at 10.30am in the Church. Uni ng will be in Dunolly on Thursday 11th August from 2pm with help for anyone in need. Op Shop will be open Tuesdays 9.30am to 2pm Thursdays and Fridays 10am to 4pm Linda Pickering
St John's Anglican Church, Dunolly Rev Canon Heather Blackman Parish Office, Nightingale Street, Maryborough. Phone 5460 5964 Eucharist Services are held every fourth Thursday at 10am, COVID restrictions permitting. The next Eucharist Service will be Thursday, 25th August. Esmé Flett Watch and be ready, for you do not know on what Day your Lord is coming.” Matthew 24.42, 44
DUNOLLY AND MARYBOROUGH DISTRICTS FUNERAL SERVICE Specialising in prepaid and prearranged funerals with special pensioner discounts
5461 1979 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. Heather Cooper
If no answer call: John: 0418 995 424 Jono: 0437 099 624
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Maryborough District Health Service News Dunolly Kindergarten Visit As part of Dental Health Week we visited Dunolly Kindergarten to remind our community that good oral health is important for all ages. While most of us have heard this before, it’s important to teach children how to look after their baby teeth and build good dental habits from a young age. For more information on the program visit: https://www.dhsv.org.au/oral-health-programs/smiles4miles
Recycling CDs Now that you prefer the much more convenient digital streaming and downloading, what do you do with your outdated CDs? You might be wondering, “Can you recycle CDs?” Quick answer: Yes, of course, you can recycle CDs! Recycling CDs involve the recovery of its components – mainly polycarbonate and aluminium. The recovered materials from recycling CDs can be reused to make other products. According to Business Recycling, 98 percent of the recovered materials from CDs are reusable. Because of this, many public and private firms around Australia happily accept CDs for recycling. Did you know that polystyrene can also be recycled like CDs? We made a blog about it, so check it out to learn more! Some products that can be made from polycarbonate
involves the following: water bottles, food trays, display covers, laboratory safety goggles. Although CDs cannot be placed in single-stream recycling bins, you can still find other firms that will accept them. As per Lifehacker, some examples of firms accepting CDs include Planet Green Recycling, ShredFast, CDROM Services, and Gram Destruction. Additionally, you can also recycle your CDs by enquiring with Officeworks. Bring it to them instead of binning it! https://waster.com.au/can-you-recycle-cds/#:~:text=Although% 0CDs%2
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Stories from Cynthia If you have lived in Dunolly for over thirty-five years, it would be assumed that you would know the whole area back to front. In my case, I believe I know it all like the back of my hand through walking the dog, making deliveries and visiting friends. I could never imagine getting lost and yet I really did get lost quite recently. Skyla, my lovely new dog has come into my life and I decided to give her some much-needed exercise. As my legs have been refusing to carry me any great distance, I decided to do the same as I often had done with Maddie and to pop her in the car, drive up the back bush roads and let her out for a run. My usual route was crossing Broadway and heading up to the back of Andy Walker’s, then branching off in the little bush roads. I usually headed up Pierce Hill Road towards the reservoir, so decided to take the same route. I was tentative as to whether Skyla would come to the party or maybe refuse to get out of the car, but I was wrong because she leapt out and started to run ahead, stopping to investigate all the bush smells and unknown territory. She was so keen, that I decided to drive further on and turn off on to a smaller bush track, with Skyla running about into the bush and bouncing happily along in front of the car. One track merged into another and then suddenly the road gave out and I was at a dead end. I had noted the name Taylor Track, so decided to head back and find that sign again. I called Skyla back to the car and she hopped in, so off I went to retrace my tracks, however each track petered out with nowhere left to go. Back I went and on I drove, just starting to get a little anxious because none of these tracks led on to a bigger bush road. I wished I had a compass as I didn’t even have my phone and there was not a house in sight anywhere. How could I get lost in dear old Dunolly? Maybe they would have to send out a search party for me. I could hear Skyla panting heavily at my shoulder and was sure she
was desperate for a drink. On and on I went, beginning to despair of ever finding my way home, when the track suddenly widened into a deeply rutted, rough and narrow road; I turned there, believing it was in the direction of town. A few minutes later, there ahead I saw a steep, little hill and an empty creek bed. A man-made track had been created over this hill, so like a motor rally driver, I changed down gears, sped up and my little red car mounted the hill, went over the top and plunged down the other side. Wow! Civilisation at last! I could see Andy Walker’s shed and that meant I was only a stone’s throw from my own little house. Such relief. Now don’t laugh, because I know I hadn’t driven very far away, but it felt like the middle of nowhere and I really was lost. Cynthia Lindsay
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The Big Commemorative Gig “If a man’s in a hole you must pass round the hat / Were he gaol-bird or gentleman once”. These words by Henry Lawson prick our conscience as truly today as when he penned Send Round the Hat, over a century ago. 2nd September 2022 commemorates a century since the death of Henry Lawson, (1867-1922); the first Australian writer to be granted a state funeral. On Saturday 3rd September, the Henry Lawson Memorial & Literary Society will be hosting The Big Commemorative Gig — an event open to the public to join with Society members to celebrate all things Lawson. The Henry Lawson Memorial and Literary Society was formed in Melbourne in 1923, one year after Lawson’s death; fostering poetry and prose, with regular meetings and events venerating Henry. James Thomas, President of the Henry Lawson Society, said: “To enable the greater public to share in celebrating this significant Lawson anniversary, the Society is inviting people to come along to The Eureka Hall, 119 Stawell Street South, Ballarat, on September 3, between 10.30 and 4pm. “There’ll be a performance by the renowned Campaspe Players, the launch of a specially commissioned anthology of poetry by Australia’s foremost bush poets, poetry reading and the opportunity to mark the occasion with a specially minted bronze medallion.” When: 3rd September 2022 Where: Eureka Hall, 119 Stawell Street South, Ballarat. Time: 10.30am – 4pm. Admission: $20 (all day) or free for children under 12. BYO lunch, tea and coffee provided. For more information contact Rachel Buckley on 0427 275 006 or rachelbuckley@bigpond.com
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Henry Lawson's dramatic, often tragic life story, highlighted by his legendary, much-loved poems.. about the bush and the city, mateship, endurance, kindness, and resistance to oppression. Born on the goldfields, Lawson was a radical, a povertystricken alcoholic, unlucky in love, a jail inmate... yet his works were feted around the world. As part of the Big Commemorative Gig, the Campaspe Players, group of actors, writer and musicians, commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lawson's death with plenty of bush humour — even some waltzing. Pictured are Gwen Potter (writer & producer, guitar and vocals); Irene Labbett (guitar, accordion and vocals)’ Ken McMullan (director, plays Henry and vocals) and Mick Coventry (Henry’s mate, reciter). Rachel Buckley TREE MAINTENANCE PRUNING, REMOVAL STUMP GRINDING, MULCHING WOOD MILLING LIMITED ACCESS TOWERS (lower fits through 76cm wide doorway)
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Zucchini and Leek soup Ingredients 2 leeks 2 sticks celery 750g (1.5lb zucchini) 1 carrot 1 large potato 60g (2oz) butter 3.5 cups water 3 chicken stock cubes salt, pepper 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 1/3 cup cream Method 1. Trim leeks, wash thoroughly. Slice celery, leeks and zucchini; peel and slice carrot and potato. 2. Heat butter in large saucepan, add vegetables, stir to coat vegetables in butter. 3. Cover pan, cook over medium heat 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not allow vegetables to brown. 4. Add water, crumbled stock cubes, salt and pepper; mix well. 5. Bring soup to boil, reduce heat, simmer covered 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. 6. Stir in parsley. Puree vegetables and liquid in electric blender; blend just one cup of soup at a time on medium speed. 7. Return soup to saucepan, add cream, reheat without boiling. Recipe Women's Weekly Dinner Party Cookbook
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Dunolly Golf Club Season 2022 has built up momentum of late, with a number of events across the district taking place, and Dunolly golfers have been to the fore. After victory against Talbot in the annual challenge a month ago, a group of us participated in the Avoca tournament a fortnight ago. Our players dominated the Sunday play, with Shenae Hunt and Craig Burn winning the mixed, Josh and Darren Hunt the stroke, and Thang Nguyen and Joe Lovel won the junior division. Well done all of you! Two weeks ago we played the first of two weeks of Stableford play, with Darren Hunt winning with 35 points, from Joe Lovel on 31. Nearest the pin winners were Rick Lovel on the 6th, Thang Nguyen on the 16th, and Darren on the 18th. On Saturday, Joe Lovel came out on top with 37 points, narrowly from Thang on 36. Joe also won nearest the pin on the 16th, Josh Lacey was nearest on 18, and it was good to see Nick Earl playing again, and winning nearest on the 6th. The Championships are usually played during August, but because a large number of members are busy with other sports at the moment, the committee has decided to move the event back to September. So please make sure that you are able to play if at all possible, and try to get your name on that honour board! You will have seen that Doctor Rock will be performing at DGC on Sunday October 21st, from 2pm to 5pm. It should be a great afternoon, and all are welcome to come along. It is gold coin entry, and of course the bar will be open. Please note that BYO is not permitted due to the terms of our liquor licence. Any members who can be there to help with the bar etc. will be welcomed as well. Ian Arnold
Central Goldfields Residents and Ratepayers Assoc. Inc. It is fantastic to see the Maryborough Skate Park earthworks begin, also surveying at the Carisbrook levee Stage Four. We still have a lot of outstanding projects to get started or to be completed. Since the Satisfaction Survey was released on the 26th July, CGR&RAI wrote to Council asking for question time at monthly meetings and for the listening posts to be reinstated, with more public participation for the Councillors and Council with community. The reply from Council was as follows: “The current elected Councillors engage with their constituents in many different ways such as attending community events and committee meetings, responding directly to emails and other correspondence, and engaging through specific project reference groups or project engagement activities in their wards. Contact details for Councillors are provided on Council’s website and in the weekly newspaper advertisement to ensure all constituents have their contact information if they wish to raise issues or concerns.” Council and Councillors have stated on many occasions since the release of the 2022 Satisfaction Survey, that face-to-face meetings and public communication were issues which needed addressing. When Council was asked to act, the reply basically was We do not intend to change a thing. At that meeting Council altered the pool plans, and then two days later the next Satisfaction Survey began with no communication from the Council in any form. Some may be aware that on 29th July a phone satisfaction survey was carried out. CGR&RAI asked the Council for information on this. The reply we received was that Council has decided to alter the satisfaction survey from one 400-person survey a year, to four x 100 person surveys throughout the year, and was unable to elaborate any further. Do you feel that a survey in July 2022 will give a clear indication of the year's activities by Council from March 2022 to Feb 2023? Once again, no community consultation. Could it be Council and Councillors are not able to alter the direction of our Shire, but they can alter the way we assess them? Not fix the issue, but to alter the method of gathering data. This is a real issue which needs looking into and explaining. Have our Councillors and Council the right mix to progress our community? Example: Look at Warrnambool Shire's Satisfaction Survey results. All are newly-elected Councillors and in this and from the last previous two survey results, they have gone from 32% to 62%. They also experienced a near-Council collapse as well as Covid, rising rates and all the issues every other Shire in our state has experienced. Yet CGSC with a mixture of sacked Councillors (old) and new Councillors, who claim a mix of new and old is a positive step, could not gain one single percentage point. Two years in a row: a low, way below average 53%. Do you feel we are being bombarded with excuses and political garb to cover up the inability or the unwillingness of our Council and Councillors to progress our Shire? Are we being directed by our Councillors and Council to accept the State's worst rating as acceptable or the norm? The community having confidence in their elected representatives to make decisions with the best interest of those who pay them (the community), is crucial for future development and community growth. We still have a bit of cold weather around so please keep an eye out for each other, sometimes the smallest of assistance from one can mean the most to others. Thank you and stay safe Wayne McKail, President.
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CLASSIFIEDS AND NOTICES Bereavement DENNIS, Michael — passed away at the Bendigo Hospital on Sunday 7th August after a short illness. Aged 92. “Reunited with Jane”
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Dunolly Quality Meats Sold!! Exciting times ahead, the shop will be under a new owner by the end of the month. Will be closed until Thursday this week to get things organised. Sorry for any inconvenience.
The Dunolly Bowling Club committee and players are saddened by the passing of our long serving member and secretary Michael Dennis. Condolences to his family.
Cleaner Wanted The Rural Transaction Centre requires the services of a cleaner on a weekly basis for approximately two hours. General cleaning only: vacuuming, dusting, cleaning kitchen/bathrooms. No heavy lifting. Would suit active retired person wanting to earn a little extra money. A fixed remuneration is payable. Please call 5468 1205 to discuss further. Suzy Anderson, Coordinator
Dunolly Medical Practice The Dunolly Medical Practice will be closed as of Monday 1st August until Friday 19th August, 2022, as we are in the process of going through some major changes at the practice. We will reopen on Monday 22nd August, 2022 at 8.30am. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause but please understand that these changes need to be made. Going forward, if you need to make an appointment from the 22nd August, 2022 onward — please call the clinic’s phone number on 54681104, leave your name and a brief message on the answering machine and Leanne will endeavour to return your call ASAP and make an appointment for you. If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 000 or attend the nearest Emergency Centre. Again, we apologise for any inconvenience this has caused. Kind Regards, Dunolly Medical Staff
Dunolly Kindergarten Dunolly Kindergarten sessions will change in 2023. After running 3 short day sessions for many years we have been guided to run 2 long day sessions rotational over 3 days. Hours for 2023 for all children 3~5year olds are: Monday 8:15am - 3:45pm (A & B ) Tuesday 8:15am - 3:45pm ( A & C) Wednesday 8:15am - 3:45pm (B & C ) Further information on Kindergarten Registration can be found at: www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/centralenrolment
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Winner of wood raffle drawn Monday 2nd August, Lyn Gale. Moliagul Reserves Committee of Management
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Dunolly Football Netball Club President’s Report
Latest news from the Nest Miss Dunolly went off well, with a few of the boys putting on an entertaining show. A beautiful BBQ with salads was put on, with everyone in attendance leaving with a smile. Don’t forget — all profits from the sale of the $1000 draw tickets go to the Netball Court Fundraising. You do not need to be there to win! Only 200 tickets – ideally, we will see every single one sold! Registrations are trickling in for the 150th celebrations next year. If you want to be one of the first to have a ‘save the date’ please get in touch! As soon as the League put out the season’s start date, we will be running full forward towards our goals. Junior and Senior Vote Count/Presentation night planning is under way. Dates and venues to be released soon. We will be doing a preseason order for merchandise in October. This will mean Christmas presents will be here in time for wrapping! Keep an eye online and on this page for the exact date! Razza Dazza – Stubby holders should be in by our next and last home game for the year! You’ll be able to purchase them from the canteen and bar on the 20th August v Avoca. Shoot me a text or email if you’d like yours put aside. Thank you again to Brian and Jodie from Brian Northern Photography. They have been taking some absolutely wonderful photographs of the players and around the club. These are available for purchase. A4 or 8x10 $10 with digital copy — bargain! Another great Christmas Gift idea. We are hoping to have a ‘photo booklet / catalogue’ available for viewing soon. If you are able, you can go onto Brian Northern Photography on Facebook, choose your selection there, and message Brian directly. Natalie Conlin 0400 611 655 dunollyfncsecretary@gmail.com
Another home game done, with only 2 games left until the finals series. No wins for football but so happy — all the boys tried their hardest. Also under 11s netball still undefeated!! So happy with the way our club is travelling. Thanks very much. Your president, Ric Lang.
Under 14.5 Football Report On the weekend, we were up against some strong opposition in Harcourt at home, with the kids in good spirits heading into the game. We went in with a plan, trying to play the game that we wanted to play and did so for three out of the four quarters, sticking to what we were working towards, in what was a tough-fought game for us. Keep sticking together lads, it’s tough, but success doesn’t come easy. Hayden Wellard 14.5 Coach
Reserves Report Severely lacking numbers for the weekend, Dunolly went out against a finals bound Harcourt, keen to put out a competitive performance. Running out with 16 players isn't ideal under any circumstances but Dunolly were spirited out of the blocks competing well, managing to get the ball forward on a number of occasions and hit the scoreboard thanks to a quick Mat Goodwin snap that hit up Axel Kerr. Competing was the main target for the day and some ripper tackles by Josh Leech, desire around the contest by Grant Raven and hard running by all involved showed that the fight was there despite the score line becoming one sided as Harcourt overwhelmed with fresh legs and rotations as the game went on. Best Players for the day were Josh Leech, Grant Raven, Michael Damen, Sebastian Walsh, Ricky McMahon & Caeleb Bull but was great to see a wholehearted effort across the board. We regroup and aim to take the fight to Lexton next week! Andrew Bearpark Reserves Coach
Seniors Report We came into this game against Harcourt with a few injury blows from previous weeks, but four wins in a row sparked some belief among our young group. Harcourt came out fast early on, kicking the first three goals of the game but come halfway through the term, we had chipped back to be just a goal down. Harcourt then swung the momentum back their way, taking a five-goal lead into quarter time. The second term was a lot more even than the first, 2.3 to 3.3 being the scoring shots from both teams. We were able to break even at stoppages allowing for a much tighter contest. A 39-point buffer at the main break. The remainder of the game saw Harcourt run away 7.648 to 20.15-135 victors. There were a lot of positives to take out of the game given the quality of personnel we had missing. We competed well, we were just lacking a bit of height across the ground. Jamie Townsend was superb down back, given a task and holding his opponent goalless for the day. Three and two goals to Xavier Ryan and Bailey Goodwin respectively, led the way scoring wise, while the better players for the day were Sheppard, B.Goodwin, Tranter, Townsend, Crowley and X.Ryan. On to Lexton next week, a must win. Bailey Goodwin. Seniors Coach Page 22 The Welcome Record — Wednesday 10th August 2022
Dunolly Football Netball Club Netball The 11s started our day strong with a 20-1 win. Even with many positional changes throughout the game, this didn’t seem to faze the girls. Incentives were awarded to Lans, Annabel and Mia. It was a battle of the ladder leaders in the 13s and it was certainly a fantastic game. There was only a goal or two in it until the last 5 mins of the last quarter where Harcourt pulled away to take the win 16-21. The Bakery incentive went to Ava and the Club to Lexi. The 15s started very slowly and Harcourt got away to a very handy lead. Our 3rd quarter was our best but Harcourt had already capitalised on the game. We went down 10-35. Chloe was awarded the incentive. The 17s was a close start, with some great defensive pressure from both teams. Harcourt were able to settle into the game a little quicker than Dunolly and took control of the game. Although we had some great patches of play, we went down 12-35. The incentives went to Jade, Alinta, Chelcee and Jorja. C Grade came up against a very strong Harcourt team. The defensive end worked tirelessly all game and we had some fantastic passages of play up the court. But unfortunately, Harcourt were much too strong and we went down 8-73. The club incentive went to Nicole and The Welcome Stranger incentive went to Liv. BGrade went into this game very undermanned. Harcourt were able to get the jump and although our last quarter was our strongest, the damage was already done and we went down 13-62. The club incentive went to Teagan and the J M Leech incentive went to Maddi. A Grade came up against a well-oiled Harcourt side. Harcourt were able to take an early lead. Our defensive end worked tirelessly all game and we had some great patches throughout the game but Harcourt were just much too strong. We went down 29-62. Club incentive went to Avril and Railway Hotel award went to Briella. A huge congratulations to Charley Martin who played her
50th club game on Saturday. Charley is a very versatile player who began her netball in the 11 & Under side at the Maryborough complex. Also, we would like to congratulate Nicole Liddicoat on her 200th club game. Nicole started netball with Dunolly in 1998, when she was just 8 years old. Nicole has been and still remains a valued team member on and off the court. She is a dedicated club member, always chipping in the background, not one for fuss or fanfare. Congratulations Nicole, the club is very lucky to have you as a part of it! Mel Schodde Netball Co Ordinator
Charley Martin
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The Annual Words in Winter event at Dunolly Arts Hub last Sunday was attended by several local stalwarts, who always can be relied upon for their support. Despite numbers being down from what may have been expected, it was a well-organised and entertaining event, in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Lynda Vater welcomed everyone, stating the following, “This event is being held on the land of the traditional owners, the Dja Dja Warrung and we acknowledge elders, past, present and emerging. All three authors are trying to make a difference in our world, reaching out through different mediums to connect with people, young and old, about looking after our world now. Em Goldy’s book asks us to nurture our world, her book uses poetry and art; Susan’s connects through mindfulness and caring for our native animals and Louise Cooper is connecting with children and youth who are dealing with the trauma of the NSW Northern Rivers floods. There is also her character Banjo Bilby, a native animal educational tool for the emerging children who will have to deal with our climate change decisions in the future. Louise will also tell us about some of her other
involvements, including her Women of the Goldfields project. Due to a family emergency, Em couldn’t be with us. She has written and self-published her first book, “Invisible Connections” which, through her poems and watercolour artworks by her friend, Edenhope artist Geoff Forster, explores the connections we all share with our planet and how disrespect for our earth impacts us all. Susan Day is an arts therapist, author, canine behaviourist and storyteller. She has written 64 books, including “Astro’s Adventures” and is passionate about children’s literature. Her colouring book, featured today, was drawn designed and published, whilst she owned a charity shop in Bendigo to benefit native animals. Following thought-provoking presentations by both Louise and Susan, and the reading of one of Em’s poems by Rachel Buckley, we were all treated to a sumptuous afternoon tea. Thanks once again to Lynda for her impeccable organisation and to the presenters and participants for a very entertaining afternoon. Jenny Scott
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