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Page 2 The Welcome Record Wednesday 31st August 2022 Contributions are accepted up to 10am Wednesday Exceptionsmadebypriorarrangement,orforimportantcommunitynotices Pleasecontactthe officetoavoiddisappointment All letters, articles and classifieds must contain the author’s full name, home address and daytime telephone number, not necessarily for publication if so requested During election campaigns, all communications pertaining to candidates must have author's nameandpostcodepublishedinaccordancewithelectoralregulations The Welcome Record aimstopresentadiversityofviewpointswhichreflectthe concerns and interests of the community It will not print contributions which are defamatory or being used as an alternative to a personal approach in dealingwithapersonalissue Theopinionsexpressedbycontributorsarenotnecessarilythoseof The Welcome Record ScanQRcodefor accesstocurrentand previousissues Published by community volunteers at Town Hall 83 Broadway Dunolly Victoria 3472 ABN 19299170473 A0013872F Opening times Tuesday 9.30am to 4pm Wednesday 9.30am to 4pm Phone: (03) 5468 1054 Email: welcomerecords@iinet.net.au Web: www.dunollynews.org Editor: SharronFitzgerald Proofreaders: JanBrock CynthiaLindsay RosemaryMecredy Publicity/CopyEditing: JennyScott PrintingandDistribution: GayleBoardman DebbieWintle
I am going to stop referring to people who do silly things as numb nuts This is now the name of a new method of marking lambs, involving anaesthesia. At the moment I am in Milo overload. A while back I bought two bags of the drink that were on special, even though I still had some at home (this is called the squirrel Tsyndrome).alkabout everything old is new again there is an "anywhere ironing mat", being advertised in one of those mail/phone order catalogues You can turn any flat surface into an ironing board. When we were kids, just about everyone had an ironing blanket an old blanket folded to the size needed, and lined with an old cotton sheet. It also could be used on any flat surface usually the kitchen table. It was an acquired skill to iron shirts and dresses on the above mentioned surface. Been enjoying the frosty mornings? I am in the lucky position of being able to stay in my nice warm bed until the frost melts if I want too.
Rosie’s Ramble Did a small shop at WW last week twelve items and was presented with a docket 44cms long! This consisted of the goods I had purchased, two notices telling me how many reward points I had not earned, fuel price saving, and three ads for cheap booze. So much for computers saving paper as we were promised when they started to take over the world.
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The locomotive, after some recent repairs, will be all set to go, leaving Southern Cross on Friday evening an steaming through Maryborough and Dunolly just before dawn on the morning of Sat 3rd September, on its way to the Mallee. After a full day and evening of wining, dining an sightseeing, and following lunch at Wycheproof, the trai will head back on its return journey on Sunday 4th September The ETA in Maryborough is 2.55pm departing the station at 3.30pm Going on the estimate time, it will possibly travel through Dunolly aroun 2.30pm Please use these times as a guide only, as the train can sometimes be ahead or behind schedule Please follow 707 Operations on Facebook for more detailed itineraries and updates
The share table at the Dunolly Community Garden now has a seed sharing box for the community to use.
The business removed from the Railway Station has gone to another shire leaving an empty space. What really gets me is that the Mayor whilst promoting World Heritage was prepared to make renovations that would reduce the chances of the railway station being listed.
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Father’s Day Father’s Day is this coming Sunday The Welcome Record team would like to wish all fathers, stepfathers and grandfathers a Happy Father's Day p Opening times Monday 9.30am to 4pm Tuesday 9.30am to 4pm Wednesday 9.30am to 4pm
All the shire’s media hype led by the Mayor has been reduced to an embarrassment. The shire’s expensive architects got it wrong. Smart leadership would say we are not using them again
Last month I put a letter in this journal about the inappropriate plans of the Central Goldfields Shire to change the Maryborough Railway Station. The Mayor Chris Meddows Taylor described it as an “iconic game changer” Well it is not. Heritage Victoria has knocked back the shire’s planned renovations
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Dunolly Community Garden
John Tully, Carisbrook
Next weekend, steam engine, R707 “City of Melbourne,” assisted at times by vintage diesel locomotives, will hau heritage carriages on its slow rail journey from Southern Cross Station to Wycheproof, Sea Lake and return. Thi is one of a regular series of similar excursions, whic take in many parts of Victoria. These trips allow passengers to experience rail travel as it was in day gone by, whilst at the same time, taking in some of country Victoria’s many interesting sights, including parts of the Silo Art Trail
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It shouldn’t be hard to remember the name of our new butcher, because now we have said goodbye to the old Matt, we are saying hello and welcome to the new Matt. I popped down to meet him and when I opened the door, I received a warm and cheery welcome from young Matt, who was ensconced behind the fridge counter which was brimming with so many varieties of meat. He tells me he plans to stock delicatessen goods and continue making his own kabana, saveloys and sausages as the previous Matt once did. He will also have hams, bacon and local provender. Some of the inviting looking items are the cheese and bacon rolls, chicken and veg stir fry, juicy looking steaks and pork chops Matt said he will be happy to supply your needs for particular cuts of meat. Matt is a local, having previously worked at IGA in Maryborough, and we extend him and his partner Zoe, a warm welcome to Dunolly Cynthia Lindsay Pete’s Bistro
The good news is that Pete’s Bistro and Bar has reopened and is offering great food in the big, roomy interior, or in the relaxing outdoor area. Last Sunday, we sat out there in glorious spring like sunshine, surrounded by plant pots and with the veranda length creeper all ready to bloom again. You cannot go past Peter’s famous Reuben sandwich, filled with delicious pastrami, cheeses and pickles, sauerkraut and dressing The breakfast menu offers all sorts of egg dishes, bacon and egg rolls, sourdough bread and more. Peter makes a mean roast meat roll and concocts different main dishes which change regularly. There is always a variety of different salads, curries, blinis
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Maryborough and District Garden Club are delighted to announce that the Central Goldfields Shire Council Garden Competition will be held again this year, after a hiatus of two years due to COVID. Rosalie Fitzmaurice is the Convenor of this competition which will be held in October and November and is open to all gardeners throughout the Shire. There is a variety of sections for gardeners outside Maryborough, including best country garden, best farm garden, and best country garden not using town water Vegetable growers are included, with a section for the best vegetable garden within the Shire, excluding TMaryboroughhemajorcategory for the townships of Bealiba, Carisbrook, Dunolly and Talbot is the Best Overall Garden. Also, in these townships there is a section for The Best Kept Street. Entry forms will be available at the RTC and the Dunolly Neighbourhood Centre from next week Country entries close on Friday 14th October and judging will be from Monday 24th October. The major prize, donated by Crameri’s Mitre 10, is awarded to the Best Garden within the Central Goldfields Shire. Winners are announced at the Garden Club’s meeting in December Large and small gardens are welcome, and the Club encourages all gardeners within the Shire to consider entering the competition. Happy gardening
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I’ve enjoyed helping a number of community members already, and if you would like my help just give me a call If it’s difficult getting to the Centre, I can still help just call, and we’ll make another arrangement. I’m also happy to help people with other online forms if I don’t know how to, I’ll figure out a way! Dunolly NeighbourhoodPantry
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.
Croquet makes a comeback
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.
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Our robust team are back this Thursday from 10am, behind the Courthouse on Bull Street; we are ever hopeful that the weather will be kind! Wear your sturdy shoes and cool weather gear, and Sharon will teach you the skills you need to keep up. It’s a ton of fun, and the equipment is ready to go.
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We’ve got a good selection of useful items for community members to take home, and I’m grateful to the community members who have already donated. There’s no obligation; if you need it, you can take it The Pantry is open Monday to Thursday, 1.30 3pm Items on shelf include tinned goods, shampoo and conditioner, rice and pasta, soap, pasta sauces and tinned tuna. It’s no good just sitting on the shelf Kath Ryan, Co ordinator 54681511 18 Havelock St Dunolly, beside the hospital. ad in@du hc
Coming Soon Town Garage Sale Saturday October 15th
Stargazers Astronomy Club
Mid September weather depending; call the Centre for date and time. We have a magnificent 10 inch Dobsonian to learn how to use! Also available at the centre 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 Town Garage Sale After the difficulties of the last few years, we’ve decided to reduce the cost of registration to $5, so you can keep more money in your back pocket! Call me at the Centre to register; we’ll have Garage Sale packs ready by late September to collect from the Centre, which will include bunting for your letterbox/fence, a poster for your yellow wheelie bin, and info on running your sale.
The spring firewood collection season will begin this Thursday, Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) has confirmed The spring collection season kicks off this Thursday and will run until the end of November Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) team leader values and assets planning Amy Groch said firewood collection restrictions introduced at the start of the Autumn season this year will continue, with some designated collection areas restricted to residents of specific local shires “While firewood is free to collect, supply is not unlimited. This means firewood needs to be managed responsibly to ensure environmental sustainability,” she said. “We had a very positive response from community members following the introduction of local restrictions in Autumn. Thank you to everyone who has followed the rules ” Ms Groch said authorised officers will be patrolling parks and forests to ensure residents are following the rules “Designated firewood collection areas are selected for a range of reasons including the availability of firewood, community safety, and to protect sites of cultural and environmental significance,” she said. “You are only allowed to collect two cubic metres per person, per day You can only collect a total of 16 cubic metres of firewood per household per financial year. “Most people do the right thing and stick to the collection limits and local restrictions however authorised officers will be patrolling parks, forests and reserves to catch those who aren’t. “Firewood collectors may be asked to prove their residential address when collecting firewood ” Firewood can only be collected during Autumn from March 1st to June 30th and Spring from September 1st to November 30th. The penalties for those caught breaking the rules can be a fine up to $8261 or up to one year’s Fimprisonment.ormoreinformation on firewood collection rules, and to find your closest designated firewood collection area, visit wwwffmvicgovau/firewood/firewood collection in yourregion Financial assistance is available for concession card holders and people on low incomes who rely on purchasing firewood. More information about this support can be found at: wwwffmvicgovau/firewood/energyconcession and support Courtesy Maryborough and District Advertiser
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Last Friday I received an invitation which was especial exciting to officially open th Dunolly Gold Rush Festiva organised by the Dunolly Toda Tomorrow Committee, on Sunday 23rd October. Opening any event is a speci honour and always memorabl but for an event which has ha so much past success but whic has been in abeyance sinc 2006, this is particularly signif enjoyable 2006 Festival It is level of enthusiasm, commitm taking place with the current such ready support from the entire community I am sure this will result in a Festival that is absolutely brilliant. I have had quite a bit to do with tourism, including chairing the Goldfields regional tourism board for a decade That has meant a lot of connection with events and the opportunity to reflect on what makes a successful event. I think there are three key ingredients which really help create event success. Firstly, there should be a connection and alignment to the place and location. The gold rush theme is absolutely central to Dunolly’s character and offering. Secondly, you need a dedicated team who have a vision of what can be, who are prepared to roll up their sleeves to make it happen. In the Festival organisers you have exactly that. Finally, you need a community to get behind the organisers and support it in every way. The Dunolly community is demonstrating that perfectly Knowing the can do Dunolly community, that is no surprise.
∑ Amended Governance Rules (to allow electronic attendance at Council meetings) endorsed for public exhibition (see engagement section).
Council also supported a range of advocacy activities: ∑ 2026 Commonwealth Games Expression of Interest (EOI) submission
Central Goldfields Shire property owners will receive their 2022 2023 rate notice in the mail or by email in the coming weeks There are two payment options available: ∑ Pay in full by 15th February 2023.
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∑ A letter to the Hon. Ben Carroll Minister for Public Transport covering Stage 3 of the Maryborough Railway Station Activation Project, MYKI activation, additional weekday services and the return of passenger rail between Maryborough and Mildura.
The popular Community Art Exhibition will be held in the newly redeveloped Gallery in early 2023. The exhibition is open to all residents of Central Goldfields Shire and Avoca. There’s a special category for young people too! more information on how to enter download the entry form at: https://drivegooglecom/file/d/1FODVX3jsUBCVHl
saxLaGuT1TUAaIKwd/view?usp=sharing 7th September Art Talk Djaara Garden at Central Goldfields Art Gallery 10.30 to11:30am Maryborough Resource Centre Atrium All welcome to come to a talk from Djaara members from the Dja Dja Wurrung who will talk about the landscape design for the new outdoor space at Central Goldfields Art Gallery. Gold coin donation To book tickets go to: https://linktr.ee/CGArtGallery T: 03 5461 6600 or E: cgsc.art@cgoldshire.vic.gov.au
The Welcome Record Wednesday 31st August 2022 Page 9 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
∑ The Annual Action Plan for 2022 2023 adopted by Council to ensure Council delivers services, programs and projects in accordance with the Council Plan 2021 2025
∑ Pay in 4 instalments with the first instalment due by 30th September 2022. For more information about rates, including how they are calculated and the payment options available, visit www.centralgoldfields vic.gov au/rates
The August Ordinary Council Meeting was held earlier on 23rd August. The recording of the meeting, including a video summary of the decisions made, is available to watch on Council’s Facebook page or at: www.centralgoldfields.gov au/councilmeetings Outcomes include:
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∑ Letter of support for planning and construction of a purpose built Maryborough Emergency Service Precinct. For more information, visit www.centralgoldfields vic gov.au/Council/News-Media Rate Notices
Cr Chris Meddows Taylor August Council Meeting
Goldfields Historical & Arts Society
Our society’s AGM was held at the Dunolly Museum on 18th July Those elected: President John Tully, Vice President Judy Healey, Secretary Rachel Buckley, Treasurer Kristine Valenta, Tailings Editor John Tully, Committee Jenny Scott & Kim McDonald. President’s Report
I think that we did very well in assisting the identification of the Welcome Stranger weights and their being reunited with the Welcome Stranger scales at the NAB Museum As a sideline to this, further research has shown that the government approved weights and measures issued to Dunolly in 1867 have been proved to be the sets now in the Colac Museum
There was only one meeting cancelled in the last 12 months due to government restrictions
Many of us are familiar with the map of Broadway that appeared in James Flett’s Dunolly book It was taken from W A Taylor’s 1857 map Taylor’s notes from October 1856 have been located and contain extra information that was not put on his map Some names were spelt differently or omitted completely The vertical line in the middle of his plan marked the west edge of the road reserve. Note that some tents were on the road reserve. Stewart, Part 41 Broadway May be James Stewart who later ran a store at Alma. Frederick Finch opened his first Windsor Castle Hotel here in 1857 Cunningham and Christie, Part 41 Broadway Robert Cunningham and John Christie had a wooden bakehouse here. The bakery burnt down on 31st December 1857 It was rebuilt and operated as a bakery for another 10 years before becoming a ladies school Hodgkinson and Co, Part 39 Broadway George Hodgkinson and Co tobacconists. George disappeared in 1857 after failing to pay duty on imported tobacco. Rose, Part 39 Broadway. This may have been a residence for Leonard Rose who had a butcher’s shop further down Broadway. The site of Rose and Hodgkinson’s was purchased in 1857 by T Lack and Co. (painter) Tent, 37 Broadway. The owner of this tent was not recorded in Oct 1856. It may have been E Vernon & Thomas Taylor storekeepers who purchased the land in July 1857. J Harris and Co, 35 Broadway. John Harris had a drapery shop further down Broadway. He lived in a tent here in 1856. After this it remained a vacant lot for the next 12 years.
The historical society held two tours One to Murderers Hill where we looked at sites relating to the 1857 murders. The other to Laanecoorie & Newbridge where again we went to some out of the way places
My thanks to Rachel as secretary and Kristine as treasurer and all our members who have helped during the year John Tully
Auld, Part 8 Orme Street May have been Andrew Auld who was a blacksmith at other rushes
Our breakup at Bealiba Reservoir was well attended but cut short through a downpour of rain.
Pictured Sec 19 from W A Taylor’s notebook PROV
We lost Colin Sullivan our former secretary He kept the museum open and trained others to help copy records and help with research. Our files have had major donations through the collections of Colin Sullivan, the John Alderson collection from Carisbrook and the RTC files from 1990s onwards
Tailings
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Bird, Part 33 Broadway Samuel & James Bird operated the Maryborough Store here. This store had been previously in Maryborough In 1859 James suicided by drowning at Alma. Cassar and Jameson, Part 33 Broadway. This was actually Cossar and Jamieson who left Dunolly in 1857 Four tents, 25-29 Broadway These four tents were erected on the road reserve and told to quit.
Another year has come and gone and we have actually done alright. Thanks to Kim and Nicola the museum has been open more and consequently more visitors and our income has improved We are getting back to normal
Last Monday, the Whispering Weeders were invited to partake in a concrete garden art class at the Dunolly Arts Hub, under the expert tuition of our very own Sue Clausen. She is a talented artist all round from superb mosaics to rusty art, not forgetting her famous cream kisses We will have to wait for a week to see if our
Whispering Weeders
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Looking back 1934 It wasn’t a wonderful time as we were in the throes of the Depression, but I am not writing about that. On a happier note Melbourne was to celebrate it’s Centenary In 1834 they were not able to pinpoint the time when Melbourne was founded This was because as the settlers arrived, they didn’t stay Gold had been found up to Ballarat and then further away Today in our district we see the old diggings Another lot were of settlers looking for land and so with the movement of people they could not settle on a Foundation Day Now my story I think this would have been about the last weekend in October 1934. On the Friday morning of that weekend we were off to Melbourne. Leaving the farm had to be organised. So, the men who worked for us, Bernie and Colin Buele had to milk the cows, feed the horses, pigs, dogs, fowls and of course our pets We now had a Chrysler car. Dad was driving with Mum and my brother Graeme on her knee, he was only 4. In the back seat Hughie Buck (who I have spoken of before was 14 years old when he started working with us) also Paul Grieves who came later (incidentally Paul had never been to Melbourne) There was also Sister Barbara who was 6 ½ and I was 10 years old. So on our way, great excitement when coming down the long hill to Diggers Rest, Melbourne not far away On to Broadmeadows, then Essendon, then onto Swanston Street Dad had slowed down in the traffic, next thing a policeman was at the window I could not hear what was said but Dad must have done something wrong Dad’s reply, “I am down from the country.” Policeman’s reply ‘Okay but be careful again.” So on we went down St Kilda Road and got to a park near the South African War Memorial, west of the Shrine. Cars were lined up parked, so we had our sandwiches Next thing cars were tooting and coming from St Kilda way. It was the Duke of Gloucester all in military uniform with the tall black Busby. The Duke was a younger brother of the Queen’s father George. He went on to Government House. We went on St Kilda Road and down to Port Melbourne (cars bumper to bumper) and there berthed at Station Pier was the cruiser the Duke had arrived on. So back into the car and at St Kilda there was no one on the beach, except a man and a few donkeys My father said, “Can the girls have a ride by themselves?” So on we got to get them to trot. ‘No Way,’ Dad handed me a board and I did get a canter out of it. The fellow didn’t mind and it was an experience one never forgets Back in the car into the city, up Collins Street down towards Spencer Street. On the left was Carlyon’s Hotel, newly built. We let Hughie and Paul out and we continued onto some old Hotel and found our room Next morning we packed up and paid and went back to the Carlyon, where we found the room that we were having for the night (Saturday) Now out to the Showgrounds, ‘the show was huge in those days, only a merry go round and a few side shows, we were more interested in the animals So many pavilions full of animals We were loving it, but time was passing by as we wanted a seat beside the arena. We moved there finding something to Teat.he grand parade was an amazing sight. Cattle, great big bulls with their halters on and a ring in their nose which they were led by Every horse possible from Clydesdales leading down to Shetlands, many in gigs, buggies etc all magnificent. In the middle of the parade the Duke of Gloucester appeared in an open car in a lounge suit. After the parade finished my father had something on his mind Well, it was the Pig Pavilion, a huge display of sows with litters My opinion, I have always thought “What an amazing sight seeing a mother sow feeding her babies ” Such a shame these days, it would be hard to find and see that sight. So Dad met Mr Fairchild and he picked out the largest little male,’ I do not know the cost but they went back home to Gippsland I would imagine it would have been a few months before Vaucluse Bugar left his home and travelled by train in a crate. The railway looked after them well up to Inglewood and out to ‘Zonnebelle.’ He was an amazing pig and sired thousands of pigs So back to Carlyon’s Hotel and that night they had a grand fireworks display. On Sunday it was back home, something I have never forgotten. I often wonder what Paul thought, but sadly Paul was in the call up (War) and was killed in Lae New Guinea, on 4th September 1942. I think we all never got over that. Hughie was in New Guinea and he came home a wreck That is War, one hopes that we don’t have to face that again. Incidentally the Duke of Gloucester’s visit was to officially open the Shrine of Remembrance on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day in the eleventh month, 1934.Joyce Chivers
Now that the past is catching up with me, another one of the jobs of my youth has come to mind After having studied for a diploma in journalism, all my early jobs were in that field, so after taking all sorts of employment to save up for my trip, I found another writing job on my return. This was as assistant editor on a small magazine, The Touring and Caravan Guide, founded by a man called Keith Windsor. There were just four of us in the two roomed office, the receptionist, the accountant, Mr Windsor and me. The content of the magazine comprised detailed descriptions of travel routes around Victoria, with visits to the various targeted towns, carried out by the two of us Looking back on our methods before computers, it’s quite laughable the way I assembled the magazine Having typed out the articles and assembled them with the photos, I would then paste them onto a sheet of paper ready for the template I honestly cannot remember exactly how the magazine was printed, but it came out as an authentic publication, with coloured plates included The trips to the various country towns were always interesting and I learned a lot about our State As we featured various types of caravans and mobile homes, I also had to visit the showrooms of the different styles of vans and write up descriptions I also had to attend the big annual Caravan Show at the Exhibition Buildings, meeting people and showing them the vans Once we had a little hiccup in the office. The receptionist was a keen and efficient young girl who had a knack of relating to people. The accountant lady was more formidable, a large woman of about 50, whom you did not wish to cross One day our receptionist noticed a discrepancy in the takings for the magazines, many of which were sold over the counter It was soon discovered that she was only short on the books sold at lunchtime, when she was out of the office and when the accountant lady was manning the desk. This was an awkward situation, as it was impossible to accuse her with no proof. Apparently, the lady’s partner was out of work and spent a lot of his time in the pub, so she was supporting him, so this could possibly account for the light fingers Mr. Windsor was very concerned, but he was not a hard man, however he felt she must go It was then decided he would scrutinise the books to see if he could find anything to criticise and sure enough there were discrepancies, but also the figures were very much behind when they should have been up to date. Again, the accountant could not be accused of theft, as she could plead an honest mistake, so Mr Windsor’s loophole was to fire her on the grounds of incompetence. Her reaction was not good and she stormed into our office and yelled at Mr. Windsor, “I suppose you think I’m stealing your money!” Mr Windsor shrank back in his chair and said in a very mild voice, “No, of course not Mrs X, I never suggested such a thing” She then demanded a reference and flounced out. Mr. Windsor asked me what I thought he could do and I said to write a statement of service for the dates she was employed, with no other comment. This way future employers would read between the lines After that, the new accountant arrived, a sweet little man who was very efficient and hopefully very honest. So, things settled back into their old rhythm with that unpleasant chapter behind us Cynthia Lindsay
Stories from Cynthia
My Matchbox Collection
Rachel’s analysis of the deterioration in the product summed it up perfectly, they are not a patch on what they used to be, in either quality or Teffectivenesshedesirability of the packs themselves to collectors, is also next to nothing these days So, to hark back to the good old days of collecting matchboxes or their covers, there used to be multiple series of themed subjects to target any specific field of interest. Then there were the packs from other countries and makers, often with picturesque designs. The designs on the Redheads boxes of course evolved over the years, but the distinctive red headed lady image was and still is always prominent. Years ago, a certain entrepreneur briefly introduced his Australian made matches featuring a similar design, but with a rather risqué title; these are still sought after by collectors The company which produces Redheads still occasionally releases a themed pack, like a Ginger Meggs one I purchased a few years ago. Of course, like anything else, it only had random designs in the one pack, so you were tempted to buy more to try and make up the set! I still have a few full packs of those! It was relatively common a few years ago to see albums of matchbox covers at garage sales and deceased estate sales, but the interest has waned in the intervening generations There are still many to be found in online auction sites however and there are still some dedicated collectors out there. The fact that matches are almost a thing of the past, means that this type of collection, which no doubt kept a lot of people occupied over many years, is one which will eventually fade into relative obscurity Having sold much of my own accumulated collection over the years, I have still managed to retain examples of some rare and/or interesting packs, so can still claim it as one of my many collectionsJenny Scott
Rachel Buckley’s recent story about Redheads matches inspired me to write some more about my collection of matchboxes I have previously written one of my collectors’ stories about it in The Welcome Record, but it is such a wide area of collecting that it encompasses many different subjects, always providing something to write about. Of course, matches are less widely used these days, due to the diverse methods of heating and the diminishing use of them in the consumption of tobacco products, but the memories of the old products and packaging remain.
∑ Graffiti ∑ Noise ∑ Parking ∑ Pavements
How do I know when the issue has been fixed?
You can also find report updates, such as whether your report has been viewed by the relevant authority in the History section of the app Can I report issues from home? Yes, the Snap Send Solve app allows you to report from home, work and almost anywhere else you can access the internet. Just Snap a photo of the issue when you’re on the go with your phones camera app; the location of the issue will automatically save alongside the photo. After opening the app and starting a report, simply select Use location of photo from gallery’ in the bottom left corner of the map The location of the image will then be sent to the relevant authority, rather than your current location ’s Note: Both myself and members of The Welcome Record team have used this phone app on numerous occasions and have got results!
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∑ Report to the right Authority or Local Council automatically Fast and convenient so it's easy to report on the go saving you time. Accurate and complete reports, including geolocation and an image. What devices will it work on?
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The app allows you take photos and simplifies the reporting of community issues across Australia. Why should you use it?
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Have you spotted an issue in your community like dumped rubbish, trip hazards, illegal Diparking?dyouknow there is any easy way to report the issue by using the Snap Send Solve app. This app is FREE. How does it work?
Snap Send Solve works on both iOS and Android devices and is available to download for free on both the App Store and Google Play Note that some older versions of iOS and Android are not supported. What problems can be reported? cars or vehicles Abandoned trolleys related issues equipment pits and lids rubbish and litter and roads lights cleaning Water and sewer issues
“After I would think 100 years or more, the beautiful Blackwood tree that has been part of the landscape, is being cut down. It has survived ivy crawling all over it and massive winds Been the home for possums, brushies and ring tails Has been the landing pad for every type of bird, including many types of Cockatoos, black and white, hanging upside down, screaming out for attention We have been here in Belgrave for 38 years and for all of that time, every morning it graces and dominates our view of the mountain. It provided a swing for the boys when they were young, we sat under it on warm summer daysAfter surviving all of the above, time has finally taken its toll So today, it’s goodbye to the Blackwood that has allowed us to be part of its life. We will miss the view, but will plant another in its place”.
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This article was written by soon to be Dunolly resident, Craig Holdsworth, as he and his wife Tina prepare their house in Belgrave for sale.
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If you need to report a different issue either submit it under the General Request.
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Dunolly Women's Historical Art Trail Launch
Everyone is welcome to attend the launch being held at Welcome Stranger and Co Saturday 17th September from 5pm to 7pm There will be plenty to eat and drink Dunolly Women's Historical Art Trail is an Augmented Reality art game played in Broadway. This experience memorialises remarkable women that lived in Dunolly prior to ChargeFederationyoursmart phones or tablets and come check out the art trail at the launch. This experience will be free! Keep a look out for some postcards which have been delivered to some businesses in Dunolly. These postcards feature artwork created by Louise Cooper of Emily Glyndon, who owned Dunolly’s Bendigo Hotel with her husband William Tatchell
Who Sewed the first Australian Flag?
Artwork by Keira Long
Australia’s National Flag Day is celebrated on 3rd September Eliza Ellen Russell was born in Dunolly on 20th January 1861, to Henry and Sally Russell Eliza was the youngest of thirteen children and her father died when she was ten years old. When she was a young woman, Eliza moved to Carlton and worked as a seamstress in her brother in law’s tent factory When the Australian colonies federated in 1901, a competition was held to design a flag for Australia. Of the many and varied entries, several that were almost identical were chosen as winning designs Eliza Russell’s nephew, the fourteen year old Ivor Evans, submitted one of these winning patterns He asked his aunty, Eliza Russell, to sew together what became the first draft of the Australian Flag Eliza never married and died in Carlton in 1910 aged 49. Eliza has been forgotten to history, other than by the Dunolly Museum and her family We would love to see more women remembered in Australian history and no matter our feelings or thoughts about the Australian flag, surely we should remember the woman who first sewed it. Please sign the petition to have Eliza Ellen Russell officially remembered by the Australian Federal Government https://wwwchangeorg/ /recognise womens history eliza Louise Cooper
Also shown is a photograph taken by Phillip Ashton of fire place inside the Bendigo Hotel
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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
10amThursdaysandFridaysto4pm Uniting
The Wel DUNOLLY AND MARYBOROUGH DISTRICTS FUNERAL SERVICE epaid and with special nts 9 If no answer call: John: 0418 995 424 Jono: 0437 099 624
CHURCH NOTICES
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Catholic Church, Dunolly Assembly will be at St. Mary's, Dunolly at 8.30am Sunday, 4th September R. Mecredy You have welcomed me as your guest; blessing overflow! Your goodness and unfailing kindness shall be with me all of my life”. Psalm 23: 5 6
Uniting Church, Dunolly Presbytery minister, Rev Gordon Wild, will lead worship and Holy Communion on Sunday, September 4th at 9.30am KYB will meet at 10.30am at the church. UCAF will meet on Thursday, September 1st at 1 30p in the church. The subject is Spring and the activity is plant swap Wendy McKenzie will lead the Devotions
The next Eucharist Service will be Thursday, 22nd September Esmé Flett “So do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring worries of its own Today’s trouble is enough for today.” Matthew 6:34 St David’s Anglican Church, Bealib Davies Street Bealiba Sunday Eucharist: 8am second and fourth Sundays of every month. Priest in Charge Reverend JudiHeatBird.her Coop Tuesdays 9.30am to 2pm ChurchDunollyOpShopHour more information call Faye 0439 681 508
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The Op Shop is open on Tuesday, Thursday and Frid All welcome. Linda Pickerin 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
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This group has been established to help inform Shaping Central Goldfields a project to deliver a series of strategic documents including the Community Vision, Council Plan and the Financial Plan. Two x four year plans and a ten year plan. CAG began with 20 participants we were informed there were less than ten at the last meeting. The CAG draft was submitted at the 26th October, 2021 Council ordinary meeting, with three plans presented. Among the comments by the CAG group in that table, reports of Item 8.5 page 28 were comments like “Lisa and Kylie were fabulous best thing I’ve seen in a long while” also often mentions about learning how complex this process is; there were comments as follows: Page 28: I’m not sure Council noticed the work of the CAG Page 28: One of my concerns was that there was a disconnect between Council and the CAG, particularly for the long term Financial Plan Page 29: We want to be able to work in a non judgmental space with Councillors Page 29: The intention and plan is good, but the budget is so tight I have no problem with the content, but question our ability to mobilise. Page 29: We are so dependent on money from other places planning is difficult. Page 29: The CAG worked well, the facilitators did an excellent job and the CAG was largely ignored by Council Page 30: It takes time and effort to get community involved in a trusting relationship Council also stated that CAG was so successful that they plan on continuing to engage with them To this stage we believe there has been no contact from Council since. Do you feel the CAG local representatives have been respected and their efforts appreciated by Council and Councillors? It was a HUGE task to climb back from the sacking in 2017. Now with our Satisfaction Survey at its all time lowest point (other than the year after the sacking) one would think our survey scores should be demonstrating some form of positive direction. Our Councillors are speaking highly about our future and their planning direction, yet any sign of that is far from being evident. It appears the present direction is not upward.
Since the release of the 2022 Satisfaction Survey and the Council's decision to alter the data collection of the Satisfaction Survey to a Seasonality Factor reduction that 4 x 100 people study through the year, Councillors have repeatedly stated that “There are so many positive groups who partner with Council to create a great future for our Shire and so much positive energy”. CGR & RAI would like to thank those locals and groups who work alongside the Council. Every effort is much appreciated that is working as a community There is also another factor which has to be drawn on to achieve and respect the efforts of those who contributed that is to listen and act by the Council and Councillors. With that listening, acting and positive results, more locals would participate and be part of the next committee. This is not happening Where are those eager to participate? There have been many Council hand picked community groups who have compiled reports for the community We think Council call it Community Collaborative Consultation. For example, Carisbrook levee, CAG, Aerodrome Task Force etc Let us take a report from one these groups Central Goldfields Community Advisory Group
Page 20 The Welcome Record Wednesday 31st August 2022 ROD STRATFORD PLUMBING DUNOLLY AND DISTRICT No Job Too Small Over 30 years experience ∑ All types of plumbing and gas fitting ∑ New homes ∑ Maintenance and repairs ∑ Renovations ∑ Roofing Phone 5468 1618 Mobile 0428 329 300 IAN CAIN ELECTRICAL Emergency Callout Service Upon Request ® Domestic ® Industrial ® Commercial ® Farming REC NO 13585 1 Short Street, Carisbrook 3464 Phone/Fax 5464 1402 Mobile 0418 388 226 Email: ices@westnet.com.au Central Goldfields Residents and Ratepayers Assoc. Inc. Windscreens & Auto Glass Repairs DOOLIE - 0466 433 718 GOLDFIELDS AUTO GLASS
CGR & RAI calls on Council and Councillors to listen and to at least consider what the community has to say Stop leaning on hand picked Council committees and start using full community consultation, start giving the community a say Time to put the unity in our CommUNITY. Time to stop building what the Council or State government want to put in our Shire and start putting in what the community want in their Shire. After 20 months of Council and Councillor direction, maybe it's time to look from another direction. It is not working ThankWyouayne McKail, President
Position Vacancy A cleaner
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It was pairs night this week. A few had trouble adjusting to the speed of one of the mats but not so for the pair of Shirley Coburn and Heather Cooper Congratulations ladies on your perfect score of three wins. Close runners up were Pam Brightwell and Chris Evans with two wins. There were some close games and some clever shots played. Happy BowlingChris Evans
Bereavement NICHOLSON, Elva Mary (Sister Ramble ) 14/6/42 27/8/22
pottery, retro glassware, quirky
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 being held in the facilities Please contact Kath at the Neighbourhood Centre on 54681511. Thank you
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Funeral prayers at St Mary’s Church Dunolly Friday 2nd September at 11am
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Vintage Rd, Tarnagulla, Sunday 11th September 2022 from 9am to 3pm Stallholders will be offering a wide range of and retro ranging from Australian and other and stuff, and ‘70s ware and so much more. Please see our main poster in this week’s issue for full
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Collectables Stalls Tarnagulla Commercial
Blumes Fashions Spring & Summer Fashions Wednesday, 7th September 2022 Morning tea 10am, Fashions 10.30am Inglewood Senior Citizens Rooms, Grant Street. $5.00 Entry Raffle & Lucky Door Prizes. All Welcome. Enquiries to Joan Bradley on 0429 008 447 Proceeds to aid St Augustine’s Anglican Ladies Guild, Inglewood.
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Bealiba Indoor Carpet Bowls
Much loved sister of Rosemary Mecredy, loved aunty of her nieces and nephews Friend of many Wanted to Purchase Older style home in good sound condition, with character. Preferably with several acres of good land and possibly some shedding Dunolly Please contact Andy Jeffery on 03 6456 6152 or email roseberryfarm@bigpond.com. with any details
magazines, ephemera, fabrics, tea towels, pyrex
The funds raised will go towards the running of this year s Gold Rush Festival. Thestickersarecompactandcanfitonscooters,pushbikes,bumpers,fridgesand pencil cases. They are bright and cheerful with Dunolly, “The Heart of the Goldfields” , being the theme The stickers are available for $2 each and you can find them in the following businesses: Dunolly Bakery, RTC, Nik Naks, Railway Hotel, Welcome Record, and Dunolly Museum
The committee has decided to play the Club Championship over the next three Saturdays 3rd, 10th and 17th September The results will be based on the best two scores over the three days This way, someone who can only play on two of the days can still qualify for the event This has been done due to the fact that so many players are unable to play on three consecutive weeks. We hope this will bring out as many competitors as possible. We look forward to seeing you there on Saturday, and good luck to all players!
Ian Arnold
Dunolly Golf Club
News from the Dojo Spring Fling Deal
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“New members”: Train for the remainder of Term 3 FREE! Absolutely no obligation to join! If you join in Term 4, take advantage of our Spring Fling Deal. $130 for Term 4 training, includes FREE GI (Karate Uniform) More information on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kokorokaikaratedunolly
Last Saturday saw a Stableford round played in beautiful sunshine Winners were Darren Hunt on 38 points, from Joe Lovel on 34 points The Ladies contest resulted in a win for Shenae Hunt from Jenny Lovel Nearest the Pin awards went to Darren on the 18th and Thang Nguyen on the 13th.
It’s really been a wonderful year, but don’t get carried away we’re still on the clock! We have our Senior presentations/vote count on Saturday 17th September at 6pm at the Dunolly Bowls Club & Junior presentation/ vote count on Sunday 18th September at 1pm at the Dunolly Town Hall. The League awards will be held at the Highland Society on Monday 5th September starting at P6:30pm.reseason will be all go any second after that we will be available for all enquiries regarding recruiting, the 150th and anything else that you may need.
Our 11s began their finals campaign on Saturday They stepped on the court with a few nerves and it showed. Royal Park was on fire and their speed took us by surprise. Our girls fought till the end, but we were unable to settle into the game. We went down 5 19 We have the second chance this week and I’m sure now the girls have experienced their first final, they will come out a lot stronger and determined for the win. We travelled straight over to Avoca after the 11s to watch our 13s take on Talbot. The first quarter went goal for goal and it looked to be a cracker of a game to come. Talbot made some positional changes in the second that rattled our girls a little and Talbot got away to a handy lead. Our defensive pressure was fantastic all game, but Talbot were just too strong on the day, and we went down 40 12. The 15s stepped out on the court on Sunday and took control of the game from the first whistle. Some fantastic passages of play all over the court saw them take a great lead in the first half There were some nerves showing in the 3rd with both teams making silly errors, but we regrouped in the last and ran out the game winners 25 11. On Saturday our 11s take on Newstead at 8.30am and 15s take on Carisbrook at 10 05 Our 13s take on Carisbrook on Sunday at 9.15am Venues have not yet been announced, so please check out our socials in the coming days for more details Good luck to all teams on the weekend. Keep doing our Dunolly proud Mel Schodde Netball Coordinator
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It’s been great to have people express interest about joining the committee and helping out the club We have positions in the Junior Football Department. Coaching, assistant Coaching and Co Ordinator, we are looking to have all junior sides and happily this means we need to expand the Junior Football Department. Now is the time to jump on board and set our sights on a fun and competitive 2023 As some may be aware, we threw a few 150th jumper ideas out for community consultation on our Facebook page We have had a massive response thankyou to everyone for your input. A decision will be made in the coming weeks Watch this space. Well done and best of luck to our junior netballers who have had a stellar year. Good luck all.
Travel Safe Natalie Conlin DFNC Secretary
From the desk
Netball Report
Lemon Sun Orchid
They are quite short, growing to about 10 to 15 centimetres Their flower is about one to one and a half centimetres across. The little pink flowers look lovely against the leaf litter they grow in.
This flower grows to about two centimetres across and is short lived. The plant usually grows 20 or 30 centimetres tall. After a wetter winter such as we have just experienced the orchids can grow in larger clumps and their flowers will shine.
Hooded Caladenia Orchid
These grow a little taller than the pink variety, maybe 12 to 16 centimetres high The flowers are similar to the pink, but the petals are spread further apart. They grow near the pinks and both like heavier forested areas.
Written by Vicky Frizzell, photos by Marion Edwards
Pink Caladenia Orchid
