Wednesday 7th September 2022 50 Cent DonationISSN 2653-4754 Issue 31 Dunolly & District Community News email:welcomerecords@iinet.net.au website:dunollynews.org
Tarnagulla
Strictly Vintage Fair 2022
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The historical display by Tarnagulla History Archive’s David Gordon will of course be a drawcard for both locals and visitors Music in the park, by the Maryborough Brass Band will be an added attraction and together with the CFA Breakfast Barbecue, food and wine stalls and other entertainment, it will ensure there is something for everyone We look forward to seeing you there!
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Tarnagulla is buzzing with behind the scenes activity, in preparation for this Sunday’s Strictly Vintage Fair The Southern Loddon Tourism Inc committee, together with many helpers, have come together to make this Fair an event to Comremembermercial Road, Soldiers Memorial Park and the Victoria Theatre will play host to the many activities, with displays of classic cars and retro caravans, including those from the Dunolly Vehicle Club, expecting to attract visitors from far and wide. Stalls showcasing vintage and artisan wares will line Commercial Road and one of the fun highlights of the day will be the interactive Vintage Fashion Parade at midday There will also be tours of the town available in a 1929 Oakland. Many are looking forward to seeing our own Queen Victoria, who will once again grace us with her presence; the sumptuous High Teas in the Victoria Theatre supper room from 11am, no doubt will once again prove to be a popular attraction
A young man had been courting a girl for some time and tried without success to get her to consent to marriage Finally he confided to her that his elderly father was quite sick and would die soon." When that happens I will be a millionaire " Two days later, she became his stepmother.
Page 2 The Welcome Record Wednesday 7th September 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 was playing on my tablet the other day when a video came on It showed a mother duck with several ducklings playing hide and seek on a lake. The mother duck was diving under the water and popping up away from the babies When they spotted her they paddled like mad to her Then she would dive again. This went on for quite a while and was mesmerizing to watch. I wonder if this was the duck version of locking oneself in the toilet for a few minutes of peace from the kids.
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I mentioned bees trying to get nectar from my bright blue garden gloves They were trying again when I noticed they had little bits of blue on their legs where they usually carry pollen. I hid the gloves as I don't fancy the bees taking plastic back to their hives . I have been grizzling a bit about the amount of rain we have lately Then I watched the floods in Pakistan I noticed a long jet trail way up in the sky stretching from horizon to horizon I have not seen one for ages just have not been outside at the right time I really enjoy playing Solitaire on the tablet, but I get cranky at myself when I play a "winnable" game and I don't .
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Did you notice last week’s paper issue had the wrong date? I could say it was deliberate, or I was testing our readers, however it was an oversight and honesty is the best policy. I apologise for the confusion.
Following up from last week’s article on page 11 of the Whispering Weeders’ attempts at concrete art here are the progress results Starting from a sheet of plastic with a mound of sawdust, soil, a large leaf and hand mixed concrete, we created some bird feeders for the garden. Some even managed to make caterpillars from socks and condoms filled with Tconcreteheystill need to be sealed before putting out in the weather. Thank you Sue Clausen for your expert tuition and guidance. Now to learn how to make those delicious 5468 1054
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The number of Australians living with dementia is close to half a million a number that is set to double in the next 25 years There are also an estimated 1.6 million people involved in their care. Many people living with dementia can continue to live well after their diagnosis, but often feel isolated because of the stigma and discrimination associated with dementia. That’s why the theme for Dementia Action Week 2022, 19th 25th September, is ‘A little support makes a big difference’ This year, we encourage communities to come together and learn more about how they can support people living with dementia. By everyone having a better understanding of dementia and seeing that a purposeful life can continue after diagnosis, we will eliminate discrimination and its impacts. There are seven small but practical ways you can make a difference in your community To find out more please visit https://discrimination dementia.org.au/ A little support can make a big difference.
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Welcome to Central Goldfields is a chance for our community to become more inclusive and diverse. But did you know local groups and businesses are already undertaking activities to achieve this?
“You don't have to do it alone Getting together for a walk with your mum, sister, or a friend to support each other is a great step and we’re also here to support you ” The health service runs Women’s Health Clinics once a fortnight in Maryborough and once a month in Dunolly and Avoca. Specialist female nurses can help women with cervical screening (previously referred to as a pap test), and sexual health screening and advice. They also provide advice on reproductive health, contraception, family planning, and all stages of menopause. For more information or to make an appointment call 5461 0333 or visit mdhs.vic.gov au Women’s Health Week
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Community Satisfaction Survey
’re calling on community members to nominate clubs, groups and individuals who are breaking down the barriers and getting active We’ll then profile them and their work as part of ‘This Girl Can’ Week between September 12th and 18th. For more information, and to nominate, visit: www.engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.au/thisgirlcancgs
As part of the Welcome to Central Goldfields project we will release an events calendar to highlight everything that’s planned in the Shire over the coming months hint, it’s packed to the brim! Want to find out more about Welcome to Central Goldfields? Visit www.engage.cgoldshire.vic gov au/ welcometocentralgoldfields
We’ve shifted from annual to quarterly telephone interviews for the Community Satisfaction Survey This means National Field Services will conduct 100 calls per quarter of the coming year. The second quarter calls will begin on September 1st until 30th September so your household might receive a call to ask you a range of questions about the different services Council provides. The information you provide will help us to identify ways to provide improved or more effective service delivery to our residents Your details and individual responses are confidential, and we appreciate your valuable feedback.
Results will still be reported once per year as normal Rate Notices Central Goldfields Shire property owners will have or should expect to soon receive their 2022 2023 rate notice in the mail or by email
∑ 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
In the lead up to Women’s Health Week, community health nurses are urging local women make their health and wellbeing a priority Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) runs a dedicated Women’s Health Clinic in Maryborough, Avoca and Dunolly each month to help support women to manage their health.
This Girl Can In partnership with VicHealth and Sports Focus, we’re gearing up to celebrate ‘This Girl Can’ Week 2022 The campaign aims to inspire women and girls to get active, however and whenever they choose without being Wejudged.
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Women’s Health Week runs from Monday 5 September to Sunday 11 September to help women, girls and gender diverse people make good health a priority Community Health Nurse Nicole Powers said Women’s Health Week encourages women to make time in their busy day to focus on the things that keep them healthy, which is a good message for everyone “The message for Women’s Health Week this year is ‘It’s all about you.’“Women can often put their own health on hold while looking after family and friends, or may feel guilty for taking some time out for self care,” said Ms Powers “We want women to know that it’s okay to put yourself first, and that it’s important to stay up to date with your health checks like breast and cervical screening,” she said. Sign up to the campaign to receive articles videos, delicious recipes, quizzes, articles and health tips Daily themes will focus on women’s health concerns including menopause, pelvic health, mind health, movement and health checks “We’re encouraging women and girls to get involved in a variety of ways “Visit us at the pop up clinic, make an appointment for a health check, try a new healthy recipe, or get active with a friend,” said Ms Powers
Women’s Health Week is led by Jean Hailes for Women’s Health, a national not for profit, dedicated to improving women’s health. It is now in its 10th year. Sign up at womenshealthweek.com.au. The Jean Hailes website
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Annual call out to all artists and photographers for the November 12/13th Exhibition Gather up your supplies and equipment and secure your spot in this years exhibition More details to come, keep your eye on the Welcome Record and Dunolly Arts Hub Facebook Page.
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Our Op Shop will be saying goodbye to winter on Thursday 8th September It's time for all those lovely warm coats, cosy jackets, jumpers, close fitting skivvies, even the warm pyjamas to move out of the way. Out they go! Woolly scarves, winter footwear, all have to make room for our summer stock So, come along for our $5 Bag Sale. We'll even provide the bags Then you can stuff as many winter warmers as you can get into that bag for the cost of $5. Perhaps some of your friends or family are setting up their own home. The Op Shop has some very good Afurniture.n'asnew' kitchen setting a table and four chairs to keep a kitchen looking neat and clean Other furniture includes a two seater lounge, with two foot stools, so you put you can put your feet up, for a really good rest. A pair of dark upholstered arm chairs the wide arms for the little grand kids to sit on, as you read to them sitting in these big deep chairs
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If you know anyone who is finding times pretty hard, Uniting can help put food on the table. Uniting comes to Dunolly each fortnight. They will be here 8th and 22nd, between 2pm and 4pm Tell them to enquire at the Op Shop counter for this well established support system The Op Shop team $5 Bag Sale
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Dunolly Art Hub Annual Art & Photography Exhibition 2022
Emergency food relief
The emergency food relief centre, run by Uniting, is still operating from the rear of the Dunolly Uniting Church every fortnight. The service operates every second Thursday afternoon. Many types of products are available, including tinned food, cereals, household and personal care products, fruit and vegetables, plus many Pmore.lease enquire at the Op shop if you or someone you
Page 8 The Welcome Record Wednesday 7th September 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 eries Gifts Open 6 days a week Ph: 0431 548 696 Road 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 do ranges from property ma moval Let us know if there is so will be able to let you know if w Why You Should Choose u e our experience to help y est outcome for you projec Quality Services e aim to give you high quali Affordable Pricing r jobs so you will know wh commencement of work. P discounts are offered. Get a Free Estimate e happy to view your project online or come out to visit Contact Paul on 0499 923 774 or Jen on 0497 096 491 Email:info@paulandjens.com Paul and Jen’s MaiPropertyntenance YourDeaLocaller Phone/Text 24/7 0418 571 702
RU OK? Day
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This special arts project, supported by Community Bank Maldon & District, celebrates significant but under acknowledged pre Federation women across the Goldfields and will become The Dunolly Women's Historical Art Trail. Once this art trail is up and running, visitors to Dunolly will be able to use their smartphone or device to activate a series of digital artworks to learn the stories of these significant women Everyone is invited to attend the launch being held on Saturday 17th September at the Welcome Stranger Cafe from 5 8pm see RSVP details below
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Thursday September 8th is RUOK?Day R U OK? is a harm prevention charity that encourages people to stay connected and have conversations that can help others through difficult times in their lives Their work focuses on building the motivation, confidence and skills of the help giver the person who can have a meaningful conversation with someone who is struggling with life. This RUOK? Day our Community Bank will be providing little gift bags to help you to have a conversation with someone you think might be struggling. There are no qualifications needed to help someone so grab a bag from one of our branches and catch up with your "someone" and ask them the question
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We apologise in advance, but due to staff training requirements, we will need to close our Dunolly branch on Thursday 8th September. Maldon and Newstead branches will both be open that day, and other banking services online and by phone will also still be available We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Historic Art Trail
Bro. Arthur Russell Crouch – 60 Year Jewel
Arthur’s father invented the Crouch Fishing Reel, which the family produced in the back yard of their Melbourne home. Owing to complaints from council in 1951 the family of father and mother and their three sons, moved to Dunolly and set up manufacturing in the building in Broadway used by W Bro.Reg Stephens for his Undertaker business At 20 years of age, Arthur was the youngest son, working with the family when they built and established the Crouch Fishing Reel Factory, employing several local Dunolly lads This business, like most industry in Dunolly, closed down or left town, so this building is now used as a AKindergarten.rthur,soon after arrival, met Fred Treble (who went on to be P S.G W and awarded an OAM) the proprietor of the local jewellery shop and he introduced Arthur to Freemasonry, the Dunolly Rifle Club and later on, they became involved with the formation of the Dunolly Brass Band (now defunct) Arthur was Initiated into St George Lodge on 28/07/1962 and raised on 26/10/1963 at a time when there was a waiting list to become a Steward of the Lodge. Arthur met Fred’s sister Kathleen, when she took up a role of nursing at Dunolly Hospital They got married in 1957, in the Anglican Church in Dunolly and built a house on the Bromley Road Without the move to Dunolly, Arthur might not have met Kathleen and the happy marriage would never have eventuated Arthur’s father lost a leg from a war wound that would not heal, so did not live to old age. After the death of their father in 1960, the older brothers moved back to Melbourne, but Arthur kept the factory going until 1969, when he also shifted back to Melbourne, going to work as an engineer. making yachting and sail equipment. Sadly, like much of our industry, cheaper imports made production in Australia unprofitable. However, the lasting interest in owning an original Crouch Fishing Reel proves the quality of the product manufactured in Dunolly.
Together Arthur and Kathleen had a son and a daughter, but his older brothers never married Having lost Kathleen, Arthur now 91, lives a quiet life in Aspendale Gardens with help from his daughter who lives nearby, but still maintains his interest and membership with St George Lodge No.18 of Dunolly The above photo is of the presentation of the 60 Year Jewel by V W Bro Ken Calder (Secretary No.18) holding an original Crouch Reel (which Arthur identified as a later model)Ken Calder
Page 10 The Welcome Record Wednesday 7th September 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
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 Monday ® Ballroom dancing at St. John’s Hall, Barkly St Intermediate skills needed. ® ‘Whispering Weeders’ garden club last Monday of the month. ® Mosaic making at the Arts Hub from 10am ® Card making and scrapbooking with Rhonda 3rd Monday of the month.
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‘HACK YOUR HOME’
Tuesday ® Woodwork shed from 9am ® Family History group from 1pm Wednesday ® Craft group from 10am. ® Table tennis 9am 12pm (Golf Course on Separation Rd) Evening session available for interested people.
Lots of locals have already taken advantage of applying for this Energy Compare bonus, so call me if you would like some help. There’s no need to change power companies, but it’s certainly useful to see what deals are available for your household’s needs.
Thursday ® Croquet from 10am behind the Courthouse on Bull Street Sunday ® Golden Triangle Archers 10am, 4th Sunday of the month (Archery Range behind Deledio Reserve; enter via Elgin Street) Coming up
Also available at the centre NBN internet and cosy lounge with split system with tea/ coffee available to all residents Drop in! Board games, jigsaw puzzles, and an expanding library await.
Introduction to Home Efficiency for all: Workshop and Q&A, Monday October 3rd from 3 to 5pm at the Dunolly Neighbourhood Centre. See advert on page 13: call Kath to register your interest.
Dunolly Neighbourhood Pantry Open Monday to Thursday, 1.30 to 3pm Stocking toiletries, tinned goods, pasta, rice, and a few surprises! We gratefully accept donations of the above. Drop in with a bag call me if you have mobility issues
Dunolly and District Neighbourhood Centre
Town Garage Sale-October 15th from 8am Call me at the Centre to register; this year the cost is $5. 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. I’ll advertise in the Welcome Record and Maryborough Addy, and posters are up around town The Neighbourhood Centre has some spaces available for out of towners who would like to bring their items to town I have a small number of trestle tables available to set up on, and the Centre will be open for tea/coffee and toilet facilities.
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Saturday October 15th from 8am. STARGAZERS ASTRONOMY CLUB Mid September: I’m looking at the weather forecast for September 15th, or the following week Call me at the Centre to put your name down on our club list, so I can call you with a date and time! We have this magnificent telescope to use, so I’m hoping we can become expert stargazers in no time. Rooms available for small meetings/consultations
Kath Ryan, Co ordinator 5468 1511 18 Havelock Street Dunolly admin@dunnhc.com.au
Page 12 The Welcome Record Wednesday 7th September 2022 Koalas Koalas are not usually seen around Dunolly, but people have said the have seen them when travelling to Ararat or Bendigo They are such an iconic Australian animal, that we al feel like we know them well, however they are not as cuddly as they seem
Years ago, while driving in the backblocks around Broadford on night, contemplating the stars and lif in general, the driver came to screeching halt. He jumped ou yelling "my little sister wants that!" W all looked blankly at each other thinking he had suddenly gone craz Then we heard a loud menacing growl close by. Colin came rushing back looking for blanket or something, but there was nothing Lucky for all of us! We final saw the koala he was wanting to catch, and it was very quick climbing a tree Colin was wanting to climb after it, but we talked him down, saying that anything which makes a noise like that would easily scratch your face off It is no wonder early settlers called them bears, when they have such a growl Time passed and I was at the zoo one day with my children, looking at the koala enclosure. A TV crew was filming for some show and asked us to move away to the other end We looked back and there was a popular presenter of the time, whose name now escapes me, holding a koala. From the size of it, I would say it was fairly young. It made no sound and seemed to be quite content.
Vicky Frizzell
I now wonder how much training goes into getting a few koalas friendly enough to allow celebrities such wonderful photo opportunities The amazing growl we all heard on the night Colin tried to catch a koala for his little sister, seems much more authentic.
Eucharist Services are held every fourth Thursday at 10am, COVID restrictions permitting The next Eucharist Service will be Thursday, 22nd September. Esmé Flett
There will be Mass at St Mary's Church on Sunday 11th September at 8 30amRMecredy
“Whoever does not carry the cross and follow Jesus cannot be his disciple.” Luke 14 27 Uniting Church, Dunolly Rev Chris Venning will lead worship on Sunday September 11th at 9.30am. This will be a Frontier Services service and there will be a retiring offering for the ongoing work of Frontier Services. All welcome. KYB meets at the church on Wednesday at 10 30am Uniting Emergency Relief will be in Dunolly on Thursday, this week from 2pm. Op Shop is open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10am The $5 bag Winter sale begins thisLiweek.ndaPickering St David’s Anglican Church, Bealiba Davies Street Bealiba Sunday Eucharist: 8am second and fourth Sundays of every month Priest in Charge Reverend Judi Bird. Heather Cooper Church Notices
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St John's Anglican Church, Dunolly Rev Canon Heather Blackman Parish Office, Nightingale Street, Maryborough. Phone 5460 5964
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imperial standard weights and the measures are now in the Colac Museum. The weights and measures were made by Potter of London and come in their own wooden boxes The weights go from ½ dram up to 56 lb. The ½ dram is a different weight and added to the collection in the 1950s The measures are from ½ gill to one gallon They have glass strike plates to ensure the container is full A dram is one sixteenth of an ounce. An ounce is one sixteenth of a pound. There are 28 pounds in a quarter and four quarters in a hundredweight. Thus the largest weight 56 pounds is about 25 kg. A gill is a quarter pint and there are eight pints in a gallon.
The to the Shire 1946 they d n Tully Capacity measures ½ gill to 1 gallon Photo M Campbell Weights ½ dram to 7 lb Photo M Campbell 28 & 14 lb weights Photo M Campbell
When the Weights & Measures Act was proclaimed in 1864 the responsibility that weights were correct were transferred to local government. All commercial traders needed their weights verified. One Dunolly councillor said he had regularly weighed his bread from the baker and it was underweight. Sets of standard weights and measures consisted of troy, avoirdupois (imperial), capacity (gills, pints and gallons) and length (one yard) cost £79/15/ This was an enormous amount for shires to pay So many local governments created unions In 1867 a union was formed between the Borough of Dunolly, Borough of Tarnagulla and Shire of Bet Bet. This way they could split the expense of purchasing the weights and measures and only have one weights and measures inspector. Thomas Costello was the first inspector. The Dunolly, Tarnagulla & Bet Bet stamp was a crown above VIC and E30
The sets of weights and measures were issued to the Dunolly, Tarnagulla and Bet Bet Union after the union was proclaimed on 22nd March 1867. These weights and measures were used to check those of shops, hotels and banks Also a government inspector would visit Dunolly and verify that their weights and measures were still correct. This inspector came to Dunolly in 1882, 1889, 1897 & 1903. The Dunolly, Tarnagulla and Bet Bet Union ceased on 12th August 1903 and the weights and measures were sent to storage at the Melbourne Observatory They were reissued in 1908 to the Shire of Hampden in the Western District. They were given the same number E30 and issued with the sets that had been in Dunolly In 1953 they went to the Corangamite Union and were restamped T44A.heDunolly/Hampden
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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
Sadly, the Guides are no more. Then a shady looking character came in and after he left, Kevin warned us never to give him credit, as his excuse was always a hole in his hip pocket; later, we discovered that Kevin had been quite right. We had to learn the cash register, how to slice cold meat, the correct mark up for prices and so Ton.he motel owners, Barry and Val, also extended a warm welcome; they arranged a dinner for us at the motel to meet some of the locals, which was a great introduction to the town. We met the local policeman and a couple of local business owners and were made to feel really at home. It was nice to be able to ease into our environment so pleasantly and we were soon to discover the many events which regularly occurred in Dunolly
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uniform and Kevin introduced her to us as Brown Owl
For our very first Gold Rush Festival, we dressed up, Mike with whiskers and a big apron and me in colonial dress. We won First Prize in the shop display contest with our miner, stuffed with paper, sitting by his camp fire (which was made with red cellophane), his gold pan containing two nuggets and his mining tools spread around. I still have the little engraved silver cup on the sitting room mantelpiece. And here I am still in Dunolly and although I had to sell the business after Mike died, Fiona, with the same surname, enhanced the place and kept the oldest existing liquor licence in Victoria still alive, just as Peter has done since he took over the premises
Page 16 The Welcome Record Wednesday 7th September 2022 Stories from Cynthia Back again to the past do I travel on my magic carpet to explore my little brain cells (courtesy of Poirot), to remember things that I have done I even surprise myself when I count the many places where I have worked and my many types of employment. If I were to list them, I would find that I have been a journalist writing children’s stories for a radio station, a lab mouse cleaner, a bursar at the Peter McCallum Cancer Clinic, a secretary, an advertising assistant at Coca Cola, including working extra hours in their factory adding up figures (to make ends meet when my husband ran away), assistant to the manager of Granny Davis Bread, an artist’s model, a barmaid in Cairns, co editor of a magazine, a High School English teacher and then a shop keeper, which became last on my list. Let me tell you about my transition into that last job, one which lasted twenty years and one I always enjoyed. After our children had grown up, we decided to sell my beloved mudbrick house in St. Andrews, built with my own blood, sweat and tears oh and my hands too and start a new and different life. I resigned from teaching and Mike was eligible to retire, as the Armed Services allow it after 20 years or the age of 40, and both milestones had arrived We took a break first, answering an ad in the teachers’ magazine for some housesitting while the owners were taking long service leave. They chose us and it proved to be wonderful, we had the run of the house, helping ourselves to everything in the bar and cupboards, replacing when leaving and the only proviso being to water the garden. That was a luxury for us, as we lived on tanks and grew natives, with no such thing as a hose or sprinkler. Then we started looking to buy a business; a pub, caravan park or general store, as we weren’t fussy After many inspections of all of these and weighing up the types of lifestyles, we found Newell’s Licensed Grocers
There was one other bidder who got there first, but we were in the fortunate position of being able to pay cash, so there we were, the new owners and residents of a lovely country town called Dunolly Kevin and Mary Newell were so friendly and helpful and we booked into the motel for a week to learn the business, being complete novices I remember that our first customer was Phyllis Shay wearing her Guides
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Recently, we asked for contributions of your own human interest stories for the paper, as often it can be an uplifting exercise, peeking into other people’s lives and hearing how they have dealt with situations
On the occasion of Grant and Jenny Gamble’s Golden Wedding Anniversary, when I was asked to take photos at their family gathering, I asked Jenny to detail how they first met and to include some information on some of the amazing adventures they have so far had over their life together They have operated many diverse businesses and have packed a lot into their 50 years Jenny has given me the first instalment and will provide more after their return from holidays Jenny Scott Grant and I have now been married for 50 years, having three daughters, twelve grandchildren and five great grandchildren, with another one on the way I took a gamble when I married Grant and it certainly paid off!
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I was born at St Vincent’s Hospital in Melbourne and Grant at Sunshine Hospital We met at an old time dance night in February 1969, when both of us were sixteen. Grant’s parents ran these nights, which were held in a hall owned by Massey Ferguson, where his father Norm worked My eldest sister Helen and her boyfriend Herbie, who she later married, had taken me to the dance. Two teenage boys were sitting at the door, with a man who was collecting the entrance fees; I did not know at that time who they were, but rather liked the look of one of them. I had no one to dance with and others were getting up to dance, so when Norm got up on stage to tell everyone what the next dances were, Herbie called out “Hey Norm, there is a young lady here wanting to dance with your son!” I must have gone a shade of scarlet red, as Norm yelled out over the mic, “Hey Grant, there is a young lady here who wants a dance, so get up here.” I was praying that it would be the one I fancied and thank God, it was Grant! This was the start of our many adventures together, some of which I will detail in further instalments after we return from our holiday in Cairns. Jenny Gamble
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Saucepan Apple Dumplings
Method 1. Place butter, syrup, juice, zest, brown sugar and 1 cup water in a large saucepan 2. Stir over low heat until sugar dissolves 3. Coarsely grate apples into mixture, discarding cores 4. Bring to the boil; reduce heat. 5. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until apples are soft. 6. Sift flour into a mixing bowl: stir in caster sugar.
7. Rub in extra butter until crumbly 8. Add milk and mix to make a scone dough. 9. Shape dough roughly into 12 balls and place on bubbling apples 10. Cover pan; simmer (don’t look) for 15 minutes. 11. Serve warm with extra golden syrup and cream or ice cream Serves 4 6 Preparation: 15 minutes Cooking: 20 minutes Recipe and photo Super Food Ideas
Ingredients 1 tablespoon each butter and golden syrup
Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 clove garlic, crushed 150g button mushrooms, roughly chopped 2 rashers bacon, rind removed, roughly chopped ¾ cup (150g) arborio rice 2 ¼ cups (560ml) chicken stock 30g baby spinach leaves ½ cup (40g) finely grated parmesan 20g butter
Let’s get cooking Mushroom, Bacon & Spinach Risotto
Juice and grated zest of 1 large lemon ½ cup packed soft brown sugar 2 large or 4 small Granny Smith apples peeled 1 cup self raising flour 2 tablespoons caster sugar 30g extra butter 1/3 cup milk, for mixing Golden syrup, to serve
Sea salt and cracked black pepper
1.MethodPreheat oven to 180C (355F). Heat the oil in a large non stick frying pan over medium heat.
2. Add garlic, mushrooms and bacon and cook for 5 minutes or until browned 3. Place in a 5 cup capacity (1.25L) ovenproof dish with the rice stock and stir to combine 4. Cover tightly with aluminium foil and bake for 40 minutes or until most of the stock is absorbed and the rice is al dente. 5. Stir through the spinach, parmesan, butter, salt and pepper. Serves 2 Recipe and photoDonncourtesyaHay
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Be prepared, for swooping season Spring has sprung in the Central Goldfields, and with it comes warnings for swooping season Native birds including magpies and masked lapwings (plovers) may now begin swooping during their breeding season, and Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) senior wildlife projects officer Leila Brook said some native birds swoop to defend their eggs and young for the six to eight weeks until they leave the nest.
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“Swooping can catch us by surprise, but it is normal behaviour for some territorial birds,” she said. “Swooping is basically a scare tactic to warn people and animals not to come near their nesting young. Birds may swoop people or animals, so be mindful of your dogs too.
To avoid being swooped, DELWP recommends: Know your local swooping hotspots Avoid the area if possible Move quickly, but do not run Cover your head with a hat, helmet or umbrella, but don’t wave it around Do not harass or feed birds. To find local swooping hot spots or to upload your own, you can visit Victoria’s Swooping Bird Map although at the time of publication on Thursday afternoon none had been added in the Central Goldfields Shire at www.wildlife.vic.gov au/managingwildlife/swooping birds It is illegal to harass or harm native birds and other wildlife without authorisation.
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“However, not all birds swoop to protect their eggs and young during the breeding season, so don’t be concerned simply because there are magpies or other common swooping birds in the area. “During this time of year less than 10 percent of birds actually swoop and even fewer make contact. “If you are worried about being swooped, you can do a few things to protect yourself ”
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The Tarnagulla Strictly Vintage Fair includes fun and entertainment for the whole family BBQ breakfast, Live music, Sumptuous high tea, Vintage stalls lining the main street, Vintage car and caravan displays Games for children and adults
A vintage fashion parade and many other "vintagy" and fabulous activities. For more information, visit the Tarnagulla Strictly Vintage Fair Facebook page or contact the event coordinator on 0457 326 743.
Three Club Monty Saturday, 17th September 2022 9 30am Hosted by Tarnagulla Golf Club Inc 9 Holes singles event. Tee off between 9.30am 10am and submit your scorecard by 12:30pm Entry is $15 per person or free for TGC members Register at lraad@mail.com, on 0481 008 006 or upon Delarrivalicious snacks, tea & coffee provided. Thttps://www.facebook.com/tarnagullagolfclubarnagullaGolfClub,1Gladstone Street, Tarnagulla 3551.
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Sunday, 11th September 2022 9am to 3pm
Soldier's Memorial Park, Commercial Road, Tarnagulla 3551. Tarnagulla & District Golf Club Inc
Saturday, 10th September to Sunday, 11th September 2022 9am start. The Wedderburn Historical Engine and Machinery Society brings you a great day out for the whole family. Old engines, vehicles, farm machinery and many items of yesteryear on display. There will be a Patchwork quilting display in the old school building Food and refreshments available. Trade and craft stalls. Free on site camping for exhibitors. For more information contact Trevor 0427 583 341 or Lois 0438 915 278 Ehttps://www.facebook.com/wedderburnengineclub/nginePark,RacecourseRoad,Wedderburn3518.
30th Annual Wedderburn Vintage Machinery Rally
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What’s on Tarnagulla Strictly Vintage Fair
Upcoming events at Bendigo Gliding Club
As the freezing and wet winter days start to dwindle and we drift into Spring the gliding club is preparing itself for a busy soaring season. Membership of the club has grown significantly over the last year so the amount of gliders hangared has risen to around 40 This means more take offs and landings, but with the new cross strip and extra hangar space the club is well prepared for this We have some events approaching, the first being an Open Day on Sunday 9 October. The intention is to get the public out to Raywood to see the gliding operation in action, look at the static displays including a classic car display, perhaps pick up some leaflets and information and maybe grab a sausage from the sizzle Hopefully the weather will co operate and we can get a good turnout. After this we will be holding our usual annual Melbourne Cup long weekend activities which should go from Saturday 29th October through to Tuesday 1st November This often involves some members from other clubs around the state coming to visit to take advantage of the good central Victorian soaring conditions. Following this is our Christmas Camp, where, again we can expect visitors from other clubs to come and stay, usually for about a week, from Boxing TDayotop it all off Bendigo Gliding Club will be hosting the Victorian Soaring Association State Competition from 25th February 2023 through to 4th March 2023 This is a pretty big deal and should bring about 30 of the most modern gliders in Australia to our Raywood airstrip. They will compete for trophies in various classes of gliders We are hoping for good weather over this time, and we also hope to bring a bit of business into the town with visitors probably requiring snacks, fuel, full meals, accommodation and so on After this the season will start winding down for the cooler weather from April onwards, when we can start dreaming about the next soaring season!
Mark Kerr, Bendigo Gliding Club
Part of Tarnagulla Strictly Vintage Fair 2022 Dunolly-Bridgewater Road (Commercial Road)
Town Garage Sale Saturday 15th October 8am Start $5 per household Please ring Kath at the Neighbourhood centre 5468 1511 for bookings and details.
During winter we have started bowling at the earlier time of 7pm and it was decided that we would keep this as a permanent start time.
Passed away peacefully on 1st September surrounded by family at Inglewood Nursing Home. Second eldest son of the late Eddie and Joyce Cain (both Deceased). Brother of Brian, James and Jeanette. Darling Husband of Beverly, much loved father of Michael, Pauline and Andrew and their families Adored Poppy of 11 and Great Grandfather of 1.Will be sadly missed by all He was laid to rest in the Rheola Cemetery, Monday 5th September “Time now to rest Kev ”
Congratulations to the winning pair of Ian Lovel and Malcolm Campbell with the perfect score of three wins All other teams could only manage one win each
Happy Bowling Chris Evans
Bereavement CAIN, Kevin George 4/9/48 1/9/22
Congratulations from their daughters and families
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Another night of pairs this week
CLASSIFIEDS AND NOTICES
Bealiba Indoor Carpet Bowls
Thanks to the many kind and caring staff at the Inglewood Nursing Home for their wonderful care to Kev and our Family ’ Wanted to Purchase Older style home in good sound condition, with character. Preferably with several acres of good land and possibly some shedding in Dunolly Please contact Andy Jeffery on 03 6456 6152 or email roseberryfarm@bigpond.com. with any details
Golden Wedding Anniversary GAMBLE Grant and Jenny Married 9th September 1972
COLLECTABLESSTALLSATTARNAGULLA
Vintage and retro Australian and other pottery, glassware, kitchenware, cutlery, china and decorative items, kitsch, man cave collectables, ephemera, artisan stalls and so much more. Sunday 11th September, 9am to 3pm.
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DSC Card Playing Senior Citizens Hall Each Tuesday at 1 30pm
Dunolly Vehicle Club Inc Golf Club 6 30pm First Wednesday of the month
Bealiba Bingo Bealiba Hall 2nd Monday of the month 1 30pm
DSC Luncheon Senior Citizens Hall 3rd Wednesday monthly 12 30pm
Dunolly Neighbourhood Watch CFA rooms 3rd Wednesday of the month 10am Dunolly Ninjas Program Dunolly RSL Hall Mondays from 5pm (4 to 6 years old)
Bealiba Indoor Carpet Bowls Bealiba Hall Every Thursday night 7 30pm CG Ratepayers Association Inc TBA 1st Tuesday of the month 7 30pm
Dunolly Social Cyclists Meet fortnightly Contact Neville 5468 7295
Dunolly Fire Brigade Fire Station 3rd Monday of the month 7 30pm
Talbot Farmers Market Talbot 3rd Sunday of the month 9am to 1pm
Dunolly/Bealiba RSL RSL Hall Dunolly 2nd Tuesday of the month 7pm
DSC Carpet Bowls Senior Citizens Hall Each Monday 1 30pm
Dunolly Planned Activities Group Tuesday and Thursdays 10 30am to 2 30pm
Newbridge CWA Newbridge Hall 3rd Tuesday of the month 1 30pm
Dunolly Karate Club Dunolly RSL Hall Mondays 5 30 6 30pm and 6 30 7 30pm Pee Wee / Junior / Senior (7+ years)
Community Bus to Maryborough Bull Street, RTC side street Leaves Friday 10am Be there 15 mins before departure Return trip call 5468 1205
Dunolly Masonic Lodge Masonic Lodge 3rd Monday of the month 7 30pm St George Freemasons Lodge No 19, Havelock Street Dunolly Museum Broadway 3rd Monday of the month 2pm. Search “Dunolly Museum” for more information
Dunolly Supported Playgroup Dunolly Kindergarten Wednesday 9 30am 11 30am
Maryborough Pigeon Fanciers Inc Poultry Pavilion, Carisbrook 1st Tuesday of the month 7 30pm (February and November) M&DAS Bucknall Street, Carisbrook
Dunolly District Hospital Auxiliary PAG Room 1st Monday of the month at 10am
Old Time Dancing Anglican Hall 7 30pm Mondays, Barkly St, Dunolly PMAV Maryborough Highland Club 3rd Tuesday of the month 7 30pm
Mother Goose Program Dunolly Primary School Every Friday school terms 9 30 10 30am
The Welcome Record Committee TWR Office 2nd Monday of the month 1pm Updated 7/9/2022
Tarnagulla Action Group Community Centre 3rd Monday of the month 7 30pm
Dunolly Senior Citizens Meeting Senior Citizens Hall 1st Monday of the month 10am
Dunolly and District Inc TBA 2nd Wednesday of the month 5pm
Dunolly Historic Precinct Committee Town Hall 4th Monday of the month 5pm
Dunolly and District Probus Club Dunolly Bowling Club 3rd Thursday of the month 10am
Regular Community Gatherin
Dunolly Community Garden Kindergarten, Maude Street Every Thursday at 3 30pm Dunolly Community Market Broadway (Main Street) 2nd Sunday of the month 9am 1 30pm Dunolly CWA Neighbourhood Centre 1st Wednesday of the month 1 30pm
Golden Triangle Archers Behind Deledio Reserve 4th Sunday monthly 10am
Bealiba CWA Bealiba Hall 3rd Thursday of the month 1pm Bealiba Progress Association Bealiba Hall 2nd Monday of the month 7 30pm
Dunolly Field and Game Senior Citizen Hall 1st Wednesday April June Aug Oct Dec 7 30pm 0448 483 752
Tarnagulla Playgroup Tarnagulla Hall Thursday 10 30am 12 noon
Community Group Venue Date / Times
Dunolly Music Group Open Mic Night Dunolly Golf Club Every Friday Night 6pm 11pm
Tarnagulla Senior Citizens Victoria Hall 1st and 3rd Monday of the month 11am 12 30pm
The first round of our championship was played in excellent conditions on Saturday Twenty players took part, and some great golf was Jplayed.oshLacey recorded a 69 off the stick to be the current stroke leader from Jamie Polinelli on 75 The handicap competition was very close, with Joe Lovel winning on a count back from Jamie.
The ladies division sees Shenae Hunt winning both the stroke and handicap competitions from Jenny Lovel Nearest the pin awards went to Shenae on 5 and 16, Jamie on 14, and Josh Lacey on 3 and 13
Those who missed on Saturday can still qualify over the next two rounds, as only the best two rounds will be used to calculate the outcome.
Page 26 The Welcome Record Wednesday 7th Sep Dunolly Bowling Club Sunday 11th September 1pm to 4pm Entry - Gold Coin Donation Bar Open Barefoot bowls Lucky Number Cards
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Some improvement can be expected from some of the challengers next week, which will be interesting to watch.
Come along and join in and have some fun! Ian Arnold
It was the semi finals last weekend and we had 3 sides step onto the court. Our 11s were up first and looked a lot less nervous stepping onto the court this week We were able to get away to a handy lead early on, with some great defensive pressure and all over court play Even with many positional changes in the last half, we were able to maintain our lead and run out the game winners 8 1. All 12 girls were able to step onto the court this week and contribute to their first ever finals win. Our 15s were next to step onto the court on Saturday It was a close first quarter, but Carisbrook were able to sneak away to an early lead We showed some fantastic court play in the 2nd, but Carisbrook were able to maintain their lead and we went into the last quarter 8 goals down. The girls came out firing in the last quarter and with some amazing defensive pressure, were able to narrow in on Carisbrook, unfortunately though, we ran out of time and we went down 20 26. It was a great fight from the girls. Our 13s took on Carisbrook on Sunday. The girls started the game really strong and confident, getting away to an early lead. Carisbrook were able to fight their way back in the second to bring the score within 2 goals We dropped in the 3rd and Carisbrook were able to capitalise and go into the last quarter with a 6-goal lead. Our girls never gave up and won the last quarter but were unfortunately unable to fully close the gap, going down 25 29 Once again, these girls fought to the very end and played some fantastic netball Unfortunately, there is no second chance for 15s and 13s and their finals campaign has come to end. We are all so proud of their season and how far they have come. Our 11s are keeping our hopes alive as they take on Carisbrook in the Preliminary Finals on Sunday, 8.30am at Princes Park We would love to see as many supporters there as possible, cheering on this fantastic group, girls!
Mel Schodde, Netball Coordinator Photos courtesy of Brian Northern
Dunolly DuFootball nolly Football Netball Report
Dunolly will come alive next month as the Gold Rush Festival makes its exciting return on the 22nd and 23rd of October. Events will get underway at the Dunolly Music Festival at the Dunolly Golf Club from 4pm to 10pm where Bebop alula, Grim Fawkner, Chenai Boucher, Devils Brew and The Groove Dudes, will take to the stage. Entry is A$25.full day of activities is planned on Sunday the 23rd at Dunolly’s Gordon Gardens, including prospecting demonstrations, archery displays, woodwork demonstrations and historic selfies at the Dunolly Courthouse, plus lots more. Entry to the Gardens is free Central Goldfields Shire Flynn Ward Councillor Liesbeth Long has been elected as Ambassador for the festival and said she’s been blown away by the work of the volunteer committee in creating an exciting weekend of events “The passion and enthusiasm of the group of volunteers of the Gold Rush Festival is incredible. “This will be the first time since 2006 that the Festival will be taking place and the whole town is abuzz with excitement. “There are plenty of activities planned, there will be food stalls, demonstrations, historic selfies, gold panning and a raffle with some amazing prizes up for grabs. “Everyone in town has got behind this. All the traders will be displaying specially designed flags for the festival All the merchandise has been printed locally as well “This will be a family friendly event and the perfect way to spend some time in Dunolly ”
Photo courtesy Riley Upton
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Dunolly Today Tomorrow, who are organising the Festival, secretary John Tully encouraged everyone to head out to Dunolly on the fourth weekend of October. “The Gold Rush Festival is a chance to boost tourism to Dunolly and showcase all our town has to offer. “The events at Gordon Gardens will include a jumping castle, old cars and motorbikes, historic small engines, barefoot bowling, music at the rotunda by the Goldfields Music Club, prizes and lots more.”
Anticipation growing for Festival
The Dunolly Gold Rush Festival was successful in receiving funding as part of this year’s Central Goldfields Shire Council’s Community Grants Program For more information and updates, search Dunolly Gold Rush Festival on Facebook and InstagramCGSC Media Release
The Prospectors and Miners Association Victoria AGM will unofficially kick off the Festival on Saturday the 22nd, with more than 200 people expected to attend.
