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The cat is in trouble again. When I brought the washing in, I folded most of it, but left a white skivvy on the top This morning along the front of it was decorated with little brown footprints.
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A whole day yesterday (Sunday) without any rain but that was made up for today It must be nearly springtime, daffodils are starting to bloom, the later wattles are turning golden and the frogs have started "singing" at night. Lots of birds are really enjoying this wet weather
I have seen plovers (masked lapwings if you must, ornithologically correct) standing up to their ankles in puddles, but one the other day was in deep enough to look as if he was having a bath A pair of ducks were playing in a running gutter on the side of the road. There are lots of pairs of ducks along the road edges too.
The latest scientific waste of money is serious research into trying to resurrect the Tassie Tiger Again, I ask why? Is it to prove how clever they are with DNA and stuff, or a desire to bring back the top predator to Tasmania??. Surely they could be using their brilliant minds for something more useful.
Rosie Joke Book
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More remarkably, Joe Lacey, a hero of Dunolly’s 1958 premiership was on hand to savour it. On the other foot, Terry Long, who coached multiple Avoca premierships in the early 1970’s was indeed the timekeeper for today’s game. Ha ha, he would have been stunned as Avoca received a 50m penalty in the last quarter when a loud spectator rated the umpire a galah I bet he has heard far worse go unpenalised, but this is a little change for the Dunobetter.lly also had some memorable netball wins and a large crowd mingled happily after the game. Once again I was struck by the sense of community So many good people drawn together by sport some on the playing field, some as spectators, some in the engine room of volunteers. Amazing and wonderful to realise this club began in 1873 I can see why it has stood the test of time. Ian Lovel
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Opening times Monday 9.30am to 4pm Tuesday 9.30am to 4pm Wednesday 9.30am to 4pm If this office is unattended you can leave a note via the door slot, email us on were saddened to hear that Maree and Ron will no longer be greeting us with their smiling faces as they serve us with pizzas in Broadway of a Monday night. We wish them well in their new ventures however and assure them that they will be missed by many who have enjoyed their pizzas and the atmosphere in Broadway so much over the past few years
Once again I was lucky enough to enjoy the entrancing atmosphere of country sport at Deledio Oval on August 20th, humbly as the field umpire. Dunolly knocked over Avoca to become the most unlikely of finalists after snapping a three year winless streak earlier this season
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Page 4 The Welcome Record Wednesday 24th August 2022 SLUDGEBUSTERS P/L Septic tank cleaning Grease traps EPA LICENCE 5461 2975 Mobile 0417 598 614 Greg Butler AT BETTER THAN REASONABLE RATES Open Hours: Monday 9.15 late Tuesday 9.15 2.30 Wednesday Closed Thursday 9.15 12pm Friday 9.15 12pm Saturday and Sunday Closed Give Bek and Casey a call today 0448 780 638 Paul Hounslow Plumbing & Gasfitting New Homes and Renovations General Plumbing and Blocked Drains Water Tank Manufacturer and Installations Leaking Taps, Spouting Downpipes Gas Fitting, Wood Heaters, Roofing Hot Water and Solar Installations No job too small Prompt friendly and professional service. Ring Paul 0417 103 441 Reg 25573 Travelling to you for a Simple convenient service. NATHAN THE MOBILE BUTCHER Call or text Nathan on 0466 265 326 to discuss your needs A l e x ’ s Y a r d M a i n t e n a n c e D u n o l l y a n d s u r r o u n d i n g a r e a s S e r v i c e s L a w n M o w i n g L i n e t r i m m i n g G u t t e r s P r e s s u r e w a s h i n g a n d m u c h m o r e A l e x M c K i n n o n 0 4 0 6 5 3 9 6 6 8 Windscreens & Auto Glass Repairs DOOLIE - 0466 433 718 GOLDFIELDS AUTO GLASS
me Record Wednesday 24th August 2022 Page 5 Community Bank Maldon & District News Escabags ‘Escape Bags’ are free tote bags made by volunteers, then filled with the necessities that a victim of abuse and his/her children may need when initially escaping a dangerous or abusive situation Each ‘Escape Bag’ contains high quality products as they understand the importance of feeling comforted and worthy in a crisis ‘Escape Bags’ are not gender specific and, by providing two variations, ‘Parent and Child’ and ‘Single Adult’ , they cater for all victims of abuse. Community Bank Maldon & District branches, including Dunolly, have become stockists for these Escape Bags and currently have some in stock. You only have to c in and ask for an Escape Bag, without judgement and full confidentiality. Bags also contain local support information and you find further helpful details on the escabags websit www.escabags.org If you or someone you know needs help ® In an emergency call 000 ® The Orange Door (Loddon), Bendigo Maryborough 1800 512 359 (9am to 5pm Mo to Friday) ® Safe Steps 24 hrs, 7 days 1800 015 188 ® Rainbow Door (LGBTIQA+ people 10am to 5p 7 days/week 1800 729 367. ® MensLine Australia 24hrs, 7 days/week 1300 789 978. ® Kids Helpline 24hrs, 7 days/week 1800 55 1
Red Box Wildlife Shelter Rescue pack
Red box Wildlife Shelter is a non for profit organisation that is committed to protecting wildlife. They rescue, rehabilitate and raise native animals in need Whilst their primary focus is on Eastern Grey Kangaroos they can take in all wildlife and move them on to specialist carers if Vneededolunteers from Red Box have put together a Wildlife Rescue package that fits neatly under the front seat of your car so that they are accessible in the event that you come across injured wildlife. These packs are free and are available at the Community Bank Maldon and Districts Dunolly branch.
Page 6 The Welcome Record Wednesday 24 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
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Thursday ® Croquet from 10am behind the Courthouse on Bull Street (on break for winter, back September 1st at 10am) Sunday ® Golden Triangle Archers 10am, 4th Sunday of the month (Archery Range behind Deledio Reserve; enter via Elgin Street)
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 Mon day ® 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.
Kath Ryan, Co ordinator 54681511 18 Havelock St Dunolly, beside the hospital admin@dunnhc.com
Dunolly Neighbourhood Pantry now open! We are happy to announce that our dry pantry is now open to members of the public who may need that little bit extra to top up their home pantry The opening hours are Monday to Thursday, 1.30 to 3pm. We have tinned goods, pasta, rice, toiletries, and other bits and pieces that may be useful to people in our community. Please call me at the Centre if you have mobility issues, but would still like to access the Pantry
Our town garage sale will take place on Saturday, October 15th at 8am! I’m now accepting registrations, and we are collecting all the items needed for a successful day including map details, signs to place on your wheelie bins, and decorative sashes for your letterboxes The cost to register is $10, and we will be reminding community members throughout September It will certainly be a big day for the town! I’ll let people know when the packs are ready to collect from the Centre. Energy Compare $250 bonus application help I’ve helped over thirty locals so far with this newest power saving bonusIt ’s available to every household on the grid as a single payment. I do all the typing for you; I then print out the power company comparisons for you but there’s no obligation to change companies Call me for an appointment.
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Town Garage Sale Saturday October 15th StargazersClubAstronomy early September call to express interest Also available at the centre Rooms available for small meetings. NBN internet and cosy lounge with split system with tea/ coffee available to all visitors. Drop in! Board games, jigsaw puzzles, and an expanding library await.
Tuesday ® Woodwork shed from 9am. ® Family History group from 1pm Wednesday ® Craft group from 10am. ® Table tennis 9am to 12pm (Golf Course on Separation Road) Evening session available for interested people.
As part of the visit, the Youth Councillors were presented with a copy of the Victorian Youth Strategy which was launchedlastweekandcelebrate#internationalyouthday2022 Councillors had the opportunity to discuss the needs of local young people with Minister Green and talk about their areas of focus for their first term on the Youth Council
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Page 8 The Welcome Record Wednesday 24th August 2022 Lovel’s Septic Tank Cleaning Service l your septic cleaning needs trust the family with over 30 years experience Servicing Dunolly and surrounding areas. For prompt service at extremely reasonable rates call: Mark 0428 179 870 or leave a message on 5468 1212 Upholstery, motor trims, plastic and rubber closures Contact Anthony 0414 690 778 Grotrimm Council News August Council Meeting was held on Tuesday 23rd August at 6pm The meeting was livestreamed to Council’s Facebook page and a video is available at www.centralgoldfields vic.gov au/councilmeetings
“I am energised to work with Go Goldfields partners on the Every Child, Every Chance initiative and create positive change in Central Goldfields ”
On Friday 12th August, Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Victoria Danielle Green MP visited Maryborough to meet with our New Youth Councillors
New Chair to lead Go Goldfields Rebecca Hanley has been appointed as the new Independent Chair of Go Goldfields Leadership Table. A Maryborough resident and parent with a professional background in law, Rebecca is currently the Executive General Manager of Governance & Culture with Coliban Water.
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I am excited for the opportunity to contribute my professional expertise and commitment to the local community
The inaugural Independent Leadership Table Chair, Taren Gill, retired from the role earlier this year after 12 months in the role paving the for a new local leader to fill the position
In the four page document it talks about ‘Social Return on Investment’ and states that for every $1 spent to run a club, there is at least $4.40 return in social value, in terms of increased social connectedness, wellbeing, and mental health status; employment outcomes; personal development; physical health; civic pride and support of other community groups
Councillor Liesbeth Long
Over the years I’ve attended footy games, either watching my husband or my two boys, or the odd AFL game. I don’t barrack for a particular team, as having a Collingwood supporter for a husband is more than enough for one household in my humble opinion so it’s probably fair to say I’m not a super passionate football Wenthusiast.hatIam though, is in deep appreciation of what local football clubs such as DFNC bring to a community. The pride, engagement and passion of the community watching the last game on Saturday, was a pleasure to witness Standing ‘round the fire, with locals chatting and watching Dunolly Seniors win their last game, securing a spot in the finals for the first time in 11 years, is something I will treasure for a long time.
Cr Liesbeth Long
La Trobe University did a study on the value of a Community Football Club: https://www.latrobe.edu.au/ data/assets/ pdf_file/0010/742528/Latrobe Value of a Community Football Club_summary_FINAL.pdf
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I had the great pleasure of attending the final DFNC home game on Saturday, at Deledio Rec Reserve. Dunolly Seniors have had a stellar year with an amazing comeback, after only winning 2 games out of 58 between 2017 and the first round of 2022! I grew up in an academic family and sport was not part of my upbringing, except maybe for the odd soccer game, if the Netherlands made it to a final. It wasn’t until I met my husband Andrew at Dookie Agricultural College when I was 18, that I was first introduced to AFL football.
Footy brings people together and promotes good behaviours for a better community It nurtures sportsmanship, which is about teamwork, discipline and supporting each other. It fosters volunteers and I was in awe, watching all the individuals on Saturday, playing their role and going about the jobs that needed to be done to make the day such a successful event. Everyone played their part and was a cog that made everything run smoothly You are all legends, are a credit to the community and should be very proud of yourselves Bring on the finals
DFNC President Ric Lang and Cr Liesbeth Long celebrating the win and place in the finals at the Deledio Rec Reserve
Page 10 The Welcome Record Wednesday 24th August 2022 For more information call Faye 0439 681 508
The sound of barking and the quick thinking of a young boy led emergency services on a lengthy rescue operation to pull two dogs from a mine shaft near Tarnagulla last week
Dunolly Fire Brigade captain Greg Humphrey said it was pure chance the dogs were found and that crews spent hours safely retrieving them with the assistance of Oscar 1 one of the CFA’s specialised rescue teams “A young boy was riding his push bike through the area and heard a dog barking, so he called the Tarnagulla police. It was very lucky,” he said. “Five of our members went out and helped Oscar 1 get the dogs out. I’d say we were out there for around four hours “It was an unusual
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The CFA’s Oscar 1 rescue team retrieve the dogs from the mine
Emergency services, including the Dunolly Fire Brigade, worked into the night last Wednesday to retrieve the two dogs, trapped around 20 metres down a mine shaft off Commercial Road, Tarnagulla.
Businesses and community leaders are partnering to participate in a pilot project to attract skilled migrants to the Shire. The 12 month initiative Welcome to Central Goldfields is in response to staff and skills shortages primarily in Maryborough. There is a shortage of housing for these new residents, and I have put my hand up to billet a family in Dunolly It may only be for a few months just until they get on their feet, or it could be for long term. Either way, I am looking forward to making people feel welcome and safe in our wonderful community
What is the Welcome to Central Goldfields Project? Emergency Callout Service Upon Request ® Domestic ® Industrial ® Commercial ® Farming Email: ices@westnet.com.au
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This project is not only about filling jobs It’s about the Shire becoming more culturally diverse and learning and growing together with residents from various volunteer in our community It is unknown as to who comes to Dunolly, as it depends on the job placements; so I have no idea who my billet will be it is all a big Itadventure.washeartening to see twenty community members attend a meeting with the Mayor Chris Meddows Taylor and Councillors, to discuss how we can make the new arrivals welcome. We will work together with ideas on how to make the transition as easy as we can. I am already planning a garden party at my home in Spring and will be inviting all our community groups and locals to come over to meet our new residents Then we have the Gold Rush Festival and the St John’s Fair with the Blessing of the Animals There is always something
Uniting relief assistance will again be in Dunolly on Thursday 25th August from 2pm
Uniting Church, Dunolly Emergency food relief
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The new rosters will be out soon. Volunteers to join the rosters will be very welcome.
“I asked God for all things that I might enjoy life. He gave me life, that I might enjoy all things”.
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.
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
Uniting Church, Dunolly Jan Watts will lead worship on Sunday, 28th August at 9.30am. KYB is held at the church on Wednesday at 10.30am. UCAF will meet on Thursday,1st September at 1.30pm in the church. A plant swap will be held. All welcome. Uniting will be at the end on Thursday 25th August at 2 pm. Op Shop in open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday each week Linda Pickering 9.3Tuesdays0amto2pm Thursdays and Fridays 10am to 4pm UnitingChurchDunollyOpShopHours
John: 0418 995 424 0437 099 624 Catholic Church, Dunolly
The next Eucharist Service will be Thursday, 25th August. Esmé Flett “You, O Lord, are my hope, my trust from my youth.
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There will be Mass at St. Mary's Church on Sunday, 28th August at 8.30am
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The emergency food relief centre, run by Uniting, is still operating from the rear of the Dunolly Uniting Church every fortnight.
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3rd People’s Choice Paul Vater, a local recycled and found objects artist who made two duelling pistols (Tap Guns) on stands These were made out of vintage brass taps, brass coat hooks, tray handles, copper pipe, old fence wire, 100 year old cedar offcuts and various brass hose fittings He also exhibited a wooden burl that had been hollowed out to make a rustic bowl I just want to thank everyone for all their support & if you missed the exhibition, you can still see it by hopping onto the Facebook page, Dunolly Arts Hub, for a video walkthrough of the event and photos of each exhibit.
Continued from page People’s Choice winners were:
2nd People’s Choice Vicki Gross, who entered three crystal totems made from recycled vases, bowls, bells and three antique windows, mosaiced with recycled tumbled glassware & coloured glass
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Thankyou Lynda Vater
1st People’s Choice Debra Clarke, a local sculptor who has a passion for sculpting She entered five Fairy folk sculptures, Uurllock (Thief of pretty things), Crispin the baby elf, Daphne Tea Biscuit and two miniature fairy babies in their cocoons, each whimsical creature had a story to go with it. Debra has low vision, but with the help of magnified equipment, it allows her to create her wonderful art.
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Let me introduce you to the latest addition to my family, my new dog Skyla. I have written about becoming lost in the bush when taking her for a run, but have yet to mention what a lovely girl she is Just like Maddie, Skyla came from Queensland, but thi time I rigorously refused to let my daughter in law, who finds homes for unwanted dogs, find me a new dog, as i so complicated bringing one home. She agreed, but the day before I was to leave, Marie rang me to tell m she had been asked to re house a dog which s considered ideal for me and she couldn’t resist, despi the promise. I refused and instructed her not to bring he over to my daughter's as I had no intention of bringing dog back; I intended to find one locally which I had be planning to do since Maddie died. This must have fall on deaf ears because next morning there was a knock the door and there was Marie with a slim, eager looki black dog. I fought my urge to meet this dog and reiterated m decision not to meet her I tried my very best to ignore thi intruder, but somehow or other she got under my skin an I found myself actually patting her, against my bett judgement of course. Marie left without this dog, nam Skye, and I cautioned my daughter to take her back the next day, after taking me to the airport My daughter socialised Skye with Buddy and Holly, he two dogs, and she settled in, but I warned Skye not make herself too comfy, as it was very temporary.
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Book Week activities at Dunolly Supported Playgroup
Skye slept with the two dogs and early next morning awoke to a black head on my pillow, nudging me awak and a tail waving in the air It was very hard not respond. Oh heavens, I thought, I think this dog has go the better of me and that’s how it happened. I flew hom that day and two weeks later, after Marie had taken Sk to the vet for her check up, needles and chip, she was ready to leave for a different climate To fly an animal down is not cheap, quite a bit more than my own fare, but now the deed was done and off she went My grandson picked her up and brought her to Dunolly two weeks later
A 36 year old Maryborough man was fined $727 for taking firewood from the Maryborough State Forest, while a 72 year old Tarnagulla man was fined $727 and $282 for a breach in the Tarnagulla State Forest.
Conservation regulator and FFMVic authorised officers can enforce environmental laws and conduct frequent patrols in forests and parks, targeting the illegal collection of firewood from public land. Those caught breaking firewood collection rules can face penalties of up to $9246 or a year in prison. Vehicles and equipment may also be seized
“It’s great to see most people are doing the right thing and sticking to the collection seasons and designated areas, however people should know authorised officers regularly patrol parks, forests and reserves to catch those who aren’t. “We would also like to thank community members who contacted Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) to report this suspicious behaviour It is through community reporting that we were able to identify and fine four of the people.”
The 2022 spring domestic firewood collection season will begin on September 1st and run until November 30th. For more information on firewood collection visit www.vic.gov au/ collecting firewood To report the illegal cutting or removal of firewood anonymously call DELWP at 136 186
Six people including residents from Maryborough and Dunolly have been fined a combined nearly $5000 for breaching firewood collection rules around the region, with some caught thanks to community reporting All were fined for removing firewood outside a designated firewood collection area, with two receiving extra fines for illegally driving off road.
Fined for breaching rules in local forests
In the Dunolly State Forest, a 34 year old Dunolly man was fined $727 and a 52 year old woman was fined $727 and $282. In the Longbush State Forest, a 25 year old Bendigo man and a 21 year old man from Harcourt were fined $740 each. Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) senior forest and fire operations officer Tim Wishart said authorised officers issued the fines following a successful investigation into community reports of illegal firewood collection in the local state forests “The two men cutting wood in Longbush State Forest were caught by authorised officers on regular patrols,” he said “Illegal firewood collection is a serious offence and will not be tolerated “Anyone found cutting or taking firewood from state forests outside designated firewood collection areas or firewood collection periods will be fined and potentially prosecuted.
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Page 18 The Welcome Record Wednesday 24th August 2022 20 Years Experience Free Measure and Quote Attention to detail Personalised Service EVERY BUDGET CATERED FOR Peter and Shelley Davies 18 Drive In Court Maryborough 3465 www.evolutionkitchens.com.auTelephone54611000 Molia ul Build andscape ty td onsite weldin -retainin walls -pavin -concretin roo sheetin solidplasterin owner uilder assist repairs maintenance or reshenupthat arden or create anewoutdoor entertainin space For an obligation free quote Contact eith 0418 953 473 molia ul l mail.com We start off with a summary of three interactions with the Central Goldfields Shire representatives over the past two weeks First, re Satisfaction Survey, second re concerns around the Budget, and thirdly re a discussion with a team leader, onsite Council works project. Possibly a new direction from Council A positive one
Thank you. Wayne McKail, President.
Regarding the Satisfaction Survey and the concerns around clarity of a budget listing, both these interactions involved many emails, and we have to say both officers we discussed these issues with were prompt, great communicators and polite.
At the moment, there are so many projects in the mix, around our shire all needing beginning and also a lot of committees being formed, this is a sign of potential activity We would like to see activity around these Fprojectsorexample, a permanent dance and a gymnasium classes venue for the community, and also that long awaited and most promised Youth Hub. We ask you to keep an eye out for your neighbours, friends and family Winter is nearly over but not just because it is winter. Every day, work with each other.
The third speaking with a team leader on a Council project, they also behaved in the most professional Wmannereleftfeeling with all three, that the communication and behaviour was of the highest level These Council representatives are a credit to the Council and represented the community on the highest level Well done and thank you In all three situations we left with a reasonably contented feeling and a belief that the interaction was worthwhile It is now down to their leaders to finish all these meetings, leaving us with a feeling of worth. CGR & RAI is not asking the Council to do it our way, but we ask that we leave with a feeling that we have been given a good hearing, that our input has been worthwhile, and we look forward to the outcome. More time is needed to obtain a final result on one and two. Thus far, thank you to those representatives of our Council for your time and we respect you for your professionalism From this you have gained respect. Extremely pleasing The outcome for the concern around the $1M question? We left with an agreement that things have been presented better, and still no 100% agreement as to the location of the funds in question The next Council monthly financial and capital projects report may shed more light on it, hopefully It is also extremely pleasing to see more activity around the stage four of the Carisbrook levee. An extremely long awaited project, which should have been completed many years ago
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Just contact Web Radio Coast to Coast and make yourself known to Johnny (the compere) and he will organise your participation. You are also welcome to send in questions and they will be discussed with some of the most informed ratepayer representatives in our state. This is not about Johnny or the ratepayers’ representatives, but about our communities and their direction Understanding, learning and uniting.
Last Thursday our CGR & RAI President was invited to participate in a Web Radio Coast to Coast online discussion with the President of Ratepayers Victoria, Kelvin Granger and the Bass Coast Ratepayers President, Graham This was a 39 minute round table discussion on councils, state government involvement and also issues in our own shire and was the second Web Radio Ratepayers session in which we have participated. It was a very strong 39 minutes, with a lot of passion and interests from ratepayers across our State. Web Radio plan on making this a regular event. Our President has been invited to participate in future sessions Here is the link to Thursday 16th August, 2022 session https://wwwfacebookcom/piwebradio/videos/733502061044531
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A new book co authored by a University of South Australia academic gives an insight into how text messaging celebrating its 30th birthday this year has been driven by technology and young people. Every day, nearly 20 billion text messages are sent worldwide, with more than 3000 emojis to choose from Short message services (aka SMS) are the single most used feature on a smartphone, but have they denigrated or improved our language?
“Ironically, once new expressions enter everyday language and become common, they lose their novelty and appeal for young people who then create new words and phrases to differentiate their identity and social group. The same trend can be seen with social media channels such as Facebook, created in 2004 by university students Once their parents started using it, young people moved on ” The only constant about language is that it changes, Dr Strambi says
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“Despite the concerns often expressed by language purists, nearly three decades of electronic communication have demonstrated that speakers learn to switch confidently and accurately between formal and informal language It has even been suggested that text messaging may in fact enrich literacy, rather than hinder it.” Dr Strambi says young people have always been innovators when it comes to new words and expressions in our language, combining words learned from their parents with new phrases to create frequently used idioms.
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In the book Exploring Language in Global Contexts, UniSA linguist Dr Antonella Strambi and Flinders University lecturer Dr Olga Sanchez Castro devote a chapter to addressing the impact of technology on language, citing more efficient communication and the role that young people have played in driving this Itchange ’s almost 30 years since the first text message was sent by 22 year old UK software programmer Neil Papworth on 3rd December 1992, wishing his colleague ‘Merry Christmas ’ From an original limit of 160 characters, messages are now media rich (including emojis, photos, videos and GIFs), can be sent by various channels, and have morphed from private social exchanges to useful communication tools for governments and businesses
“There is evidence to show that language is becoming more informal and more efficient both influenced by technology and text messaging has led that transformation. It is an asset, not an issue ”
“Where once they were purely social channels, SMS is now also used to send ‘pushed notifications’ such as reminders of payment dates, weather alerts, appointments and critical health messages,” Dr Strambi says “Text messaging has changed the way we communicate and while deep concerns have been expressed about how detrimental textspeak is to literacy and grammar, there is no real evidence to suggest that is the case.
Text messages and emojis enrich language or denigrate
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Women's Champion Lyne Wells Men’s Champion Gary Robertson
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Of course, Dave Shay has such a leadership role at the Club, with a wealth of years of experience to rely upon and if ever stumped, is able to seek the advice of his Dad, Johnny Shay, a life member of the club And, naturally, who could pass by any afternoon tea delight made by Jan Sharman and friends? Magnificent!
Runner's Up: Garry Harwood Third: Dave Shay
Thankyou Liam Radich for your flyer designs Your keen sense of humour sets the fun tone at the Club Best wishes
Pixie McNamee, our 100 year old raffle seller, did a roaring trade in raffle tickets and there was a lot of fun and clapping as each of the ten raffle winners was drawn out and then selected their prizes. Thank you, Pixie. Peter Ravenhall did a marvellous volunteer Greenskeeper's job beforehand and was able to call on other volunteer helpers to ensure the course looked a treat. All golfers said how great the course looked and played. Well done, Peter and mates
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Well, what a fabulous day we all had! A wonderful crowd played in the championships, which comprised nine holes in the morning and nine holes in the afternoon. This was coupled with a fun social event of nine holes during the afternoon. We were also celebrating 100 years of competitive golf at the Club. What fun! What golf! Just great to see so many people! We want to thank the CFA for the fabulous barbecue lunch. What a feast! And Margaret, Henry and Lazar, who provided the delicious lunch, fitted right in with the fun and happy mood all around. What lunch hosts they were and everyone enjoyed the outdoor barbecue. We had thought the weather might be against us as there was heavy rain throughout the previous night, but no, Tarnagulla had another great weather golfing day
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Everyone is welcome and we will make you feel right at home. If you feel like a game of golf any Wednesday and/ or Saturday, casual groups of golfers turn up and tee off around 9.30am 10a.m. Come along and have a swing The Course is open all year round and we enjoy people casually playing as well as regulars (We will be having another event on Saturday 29th October too. More details later.)
Winner: Ros Robertson Longest Drive: Gary Robertson
Tarnagulla Golf Club
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The event is free to all Tarnagulla & District Members ($50 Membership for a year of golf) and $15 to non Bmembersringalong family and friends School children are free to play and we love seeing family and friendship groups playing together or walking around with the golfers
Jan and friends The passionfruit sponge (I've never seen one so large) and the chocolate Celebration of 100 year's cake were brilliant! I often wish I could bottle the friendliness and fun at the Tarnagulla & District Golf Club. It's infectious and everyone, without fail, had a wonderful time. The cacophony of laughter and voices rang out both inside and outside the club house. Thank you to one and all for making the Championship Day a great success and one that is certain to be an annual event each August. We had the pleasure of the company of three Club presidents: Johnny Shay; Ken O'Shae and Liam Radich. All dynamic people with lots of stories about the Club.
the Pin: Shaun Maver There are wonderful photos on Facebook from the day Just type in: www.facebook.com/tarnagullagolfclub/ Our next event is the Three Club Monty on Saturday 17th September 2022 with tee off between 9.30am 10am. You play with only three clubs and it's a hoot! Which clubs will you choose to play with? It's a nine hole event with a scrumptious morning tea afterwards
Pixie McNamee was first in line for the CFA BBQ lunch!
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Page 22 The Welcome Record Wednesday 24th August 2022 Wombat M Wombats are someth seen in the wild, tho them in wildlife pa Their sturdy bodies attitude are very en My sister on granddaughters to they got to nurse and they have all be ever since. Recently she has b a wombat which h her property For a would only catch a far paddock Now sees signs of it cam yard. A little while enough to realise it the mange A search on Googl caused by a mite whi in their burrows, th bracken leaves alon well Wombats are and die very painf animals can also c carcasses if they are not disposed of quickly If the case is not too severe, it can be treated by daily applications of cydectin or similar chemical But for most people, including my sister who is into her seventies, catching up with an unwilling wombat, burrow so every time the wombat goes in or out it gets a dose down its back. However, my sister has no idea where its burrow is and the wombat only visits unpredictably She would really like to see it put down, to prevent it suffering any more, but doesn't have a gun. The government with mange in her local area this year. Maybe the past couple of wet years have been wonderful for the sarcoptes mite, which is the cause of the wombat’s troubles
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Bealiba CWA will celebrate their 87th Birthday next month with a luncheon at the Gold and Grain Café. Nominations for office bearers next month. Please think about putting your hand up AGM to be held on Thursday 20th October.
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We may be down in numbers at the moment but we’re having a lot of fun. Congratulations to this weeks winners Lyle Streeter, Shirley Coburn, Pam Brightwell and Gary McClelland on their two wins Play was followed by supper and Heather Cooper was the wi er of the raffl Ha B wli Cleaner Position Vacancy A cleaner is required for both the Dunolly Town Hall and Court House. Approximately 10 hours per month, with some flexibility required around the time of functions being held in the facilities Please contact Kath at the Neighbourhood Centre on 54681511. Thank you
Competition winners
Another month gone Aren’t they flying by We had a fantastic Association afternoon last month with a big attendance Thank you to all who attended and thankyou for the fierce bidding at our blind auction. Thursday morning saw a small group at our craft morning with everyone working on different projects Great to see The East Wimmera Group exhibition is in May 2023 so we need to get going on finishing the items we have started. Some members attended the East Wimmera Group Spring Conference earlier in the month. It was great to have our two new members attending.
Bealiba CWA
Single bloom 1st Heather Davis Multiple bloom 1st Heather Davis Competition 1st Heather Davis 2nd Lyndene Higgins Competitions next month are a single bloom, an arrangement of weeds and a bear, animal or doll (approx.15cm) to be donated to charity shoe boxes. Dates to remember St. Arnaud Craft: Tuesday 6th September Meeting: Thursday 15th September 10.30am, lunch at Gold and Grain Café 12.30pm Dunolly CWA Birthday: Thursday 21st September 1.30pm Dunolly Quality Meats This is will be our final week! The new owner Matt will be in from Tuesday, come in and say hi and make him and his family feel welcome. We would like to thank everyone for their support over the last 9 years and we wish Matt and his family the best for the future. We’re Fired up Mobile To all our valued and loyal Monday Night Pizza customers/friends. After 5 years of trading in the main street of Dunolly, we have made the decision to cease trading on Monday Nights on Broadway We would like to thank everyone who supported us during the 5 years kind regards Maree and Ron.
Bealiba Indoor Carpet Bowls
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What a great effort for under 11s, the whole season undefeated under 14s didn’t make it to finals, but great effort all year round. Reserves had a win against Avoca, didn’t make it into the finals, but tried their hardest all year. Seniors winning their final game for the year has put them into the final rounds for the first time since 2011! I hope all the boys do well in the final series and the atmosphere at the game on the weekend was unbelievable, with heaps of people at the game. It was great to have you all there thank you very much. Your President, Ric Lang Vice President’s Report In what we thought may be horrid conditions for our oval (like many others across the league), we were pleasantly surprised by the great condition in our last game for the home and away season against Avoca. Our undermanned 14s battled hard against quality opposition and continued to show guts and determination across all 4 quarters Best performers across the day were the Coopers (Polinelli and Willoughby), Ned and Harrison The DFNC is rapt with the development of these kids over the last 12 months and look forward to seeing them mature into senior footballers over the years to come. Our reserves had the opportunity of redemption against an undermanned Avoca, who were fielding 16 players Though at a disadvantage, the Avoca boys showed the better signs by half time, taking in a 14 point lead at the main break
The Dunolly boys worked hard to knock that deficit to 8 points at the last change, with a historic spray from coach Beary that had the boys finish strongly with an 11 point win in front of a vocal home crowd. Best players on the day were Matty Bradley, Rhys Bottams, Nicko Ryan and Cooper May The boys should be rapt with their efforts across the season, where getting a consistent 22 on the park has been a struggle looking forward to a big 2023 pre season. Our seniors knew the job they had in front of them, to win and almost guarantee a spot in the finals, lose and go home pondering the what ifs of the season However, the boys turned up from start to finish leading across the day and at every break. Fish, Xav and Danny Fulton offered plenty up forward, while Baz and Tranter were brilliant in the link up play. Big Grant Raven slotted in perfectly for his 1st senior game of 2022 and Josh Goodman played his best game for the season Shep and Adzy did what they do every week and provided run and carry across both wings. In a hard best to pick, Fish took the honours with a 4 quarter effort, Joshy Goodman for his impact across the day in the backline, Tranter for his inside work, the ever reliable Connor Sheppard for his work rate, with Baz and Adzy rounding out the top 6. Next up is Navarre on Sunday in the club’s first senior final in 11 years! The whole club and community will be around you give it a red hot crack guys!Jamie
What a great home game at Dunolly Football Netball Club, with wins for all junior sides going through to finals
Townsend Football Manager/Vice President
Dunolly Football Netball Club President’s Report
We have had much interest in new team/club members, and we will be looking forward to especially building 11.5, 14.5 and 17.5 football sides up to where they should be We are looking great but there is still room to boost the numbers There is a fantastic opportunity for more intake on the field and in Coaching and Assistant Coach positions If you are interested, we’d like to hear from you 20asap.22has shown that the Club has the heart and family values to move forward for future generations and our local community Our 150th year 2023, is a great year to be on board. We are looking to break down more barriers, and break some personal club records We are looking to hold Interviews shortly in pre season and we are still inviting expressions of interest. Our fundraiser for the Netball court on the 20th went fabulously well The Avoca crowd was wonderful and the attendance on the night was massive. We thought we’d had some big events this year but this was possibly the biggest attendance so far. Thank you everyone for coming and supporting our netballers and to everyone who helped cook and clean (and all the bits in between), thank you You are absolute saints!
The 15s were able to get an early jump on Avoca and with some great defensive pressure and midcourt play, saw the girls maintain that lead throughout the game, finishing game winners 24 20 Gold and Grain incentive went to Brianna and Club went to Miya
This weekend Sunday 28th sees our under 11, 13 and 15 netballers in finals! And our Senior Footballers in the elimination final at Princes Park. The club is lucky enough to have come back around on the wheel to be hosting the bar on the same day! So you can grab a bevvy from us there, a stubby holder and cheer along. Everyone is welcome to come along to training on Thursday night at Deledio Reserve and enjoy the atmosphere.Travel
The 13s started strongly and never looked back With some strong all over court play, the girls were able to build on their lead and run out the game comfortable winners 28 3. The Bakery incentive went to Jas and Club incentive to Charley
Safe, Natalie Conlin. DFNC Secretary Netball Report
In the 17s, Avoca took an early lead The girls had some great passages of play and the defensive end worked tirelessly and even though we won the last quarter, we were unable to catch up, going down 17 25. Dunolly started really well in the C grade with some great play all over the court. Avoca upped their defensive pressure from there and we found it hard getting it into the attackers The ladies gave it their all, but Avoca was just too strong We went down 13 68.
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B Grade Avoca took an early lead, but we did not make it easy for them, with some fantastic defensive pressure.
Our 11s kicked off the last game of our home and away season with an extremely close game. Avoca took an early lead, but we were able to close that gap and head into the last quarter, 9 goals each. With some great defensive pressure and very steady play, we were able to run out the game winners 12 9. This incredible group of kids went through the home and away undefeated and each and every one has contributed to a great season
The score didn’t reflect how well these girls played on Saturday We went down 20 42. A Grade had a big job ahead of them taking on the undefeated Avoca. Our first quarter was really strong only trailing by 3 Avoca came out strongly in the 2nd and got away to a big lead. Once again, our defensive end worked tirelessly, getting many deflections, our goalers were shooting well but unfortunately, we were unable to come back, going down 46 69 The Club incentive went to Mel and Railway Hotel incentive went to CongLeahratulations to all our teams this season Although wins were hard to come by in the senior grades, everyone put 100% in week in and week out. Our 17s did an amazing job this season and for a group of girls who have never played together before, they nearly made the top Nex8!tyear we are sure they will be up there Our 11s and 13s will be playing in the 1st qualifying final on Saturday and 15s will be playing in the elimination final on Sunday It would be great to see as many supporters there as possible, cheering these amazing juniors on! We have a very talented group coming through Good luck in your finals campaign 11s, 13s and 15s Mel Schodde, Netball Co ordinator
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On behalf of me and the team we would like to thank everyone for their support and time volunteering each week Without you the game cannot go on, so we thank you once again and I hope to see you all next year for another crack!
Hayden Wellard. U14 5 Coach Junior Football Report
The unfortunate loss of champion Ben and Co Captain Isaac through injury (outside of footy life) made it a tough slog and our numbers low But next year, an older junior Eagles team will look to pull off a few more wins and continue to build a strong team Well done to all involved and we look forward to building more strength in character and success on the ground in 2023. Greg Crumpton and Callum Liddicoat Junior Football Coordinators
The second quarter brought m with Avoca clearly up for the quarter, with Dunolly wasteful remaining at 14 points Sensing that Avoca were starti being undermanned, Dunolly r and Mitch Wingrave using the great effect, creating opportuni the game back to 8 points A hard final push was needed team was desperate to go ou contributing strongly to run ov end the year with a victory Best Players for the day wer Bottams, Nic Ryan, Cooper Jackson Goodwin, with Matt With that our year is done. Thanks to all involved in the representing the club in finals! RAZZA DAZZA!
Heading into our final home and away game against Avoca the equation was simple; win and we make the top 8, lose and our season was over. Prior to running out before the game, our senior group gathered and shared a moment of silence in respect to the Wingrave brothers and their family, remembering the boy’s mother Bianca
Going into the weekend knowing it would be the final game of the year for the Reserves, we were keen to make a good show of it. Avoca had beaten us earlier in the year in a match many felt that made the team all the different result. Avoca however, fielding an un out of the gates hard, winning and taking their opportunities up point lead at the first break
On Saturday, the boys came out against a much stronger side in Avoca. Even though they fought well in the last game of the home and away season, they went down by a large margin. Well done to our resilient Dunolly Eagle Boys and Girls 2022! Full credit to all the U14.5s who stayed positive and saw out what was a tough season with just one win and many crushing defeats
Rather than report about the game this week, I would like to instead thank the boys for what hasn’t been an easy year on field but they embraced it and put 120% in each week and gained some new mates friendships were made they held their heads high every week, on and off the field, so well done lads
Dunolly Football Netball Club Seniors
InRogerswhat was a very physical first quarter, we were able to come into the first break with a seven-point advantage. Our work rate needed to lift if we were to have any chance of holding onto this small lead, and that it did; although Avoca had the advantage of the slight breeze, our will to play the style of football we wanted was evident. We played for each other and kicked out to a 34 point lead at the main break. The second half saw the game plateau, with both teams kicking four goals for the remainder of the match, leading to us prevailing 13.13 91 to 8.8 56 victors Xavier Ryan led the way in front of the big sticks, kicking three majors, while Oscar Keogh and the Goodwin brothers also kicked two each. Better players for the day were Fisher, Goodman, Tranter, Sheppard, B.Goodwin and Zuk. We keep our season alive and look forward to the Under 14.5 Report
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Last Saturday saw a small turnout undertaking a practice round in preparation for our Championships, due to be held in September We played in glorious sunshine, and an enjoyable day was had by all players Sunday was a big day for the club, with a performance by the great Doctor Rock The music was fantastic, and the fift pl h t d t f the t had ball I for organising the day, and to Jenny Lovel and Faye Arnold for supplying the crowd with food throughout the Thanks also to those who assisted with setting up and packing up our first outdoor performance on the new veranda The revenue raised will go towards continuing the improvements to the clubhouse.
Dunolly Golf Club
