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February /March 2013 Issue Number 258

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VANDALISM AT HADDON CFA SHED Haddon Country Fire Brigade volunteers have been left without vital fire fighting equipment, at a time of the year when most needed. A single shot, into the front door, with a high powered rifle, caused more than $2500 damage.

Haddon brigade captain, Graeme Morris, said that he and his volunteers were in total disbelief and shock at the stupidity of anyone causing such damage. Mr Morris said a generator, a positive pressure ventilation fan and floodlighting were all damaged and this would affect the brigade’s ability to fight structure fires. The local community raised the funds for the trailer and the equipment that is in it, he said.

Senior Constable Grenfell said it was fortunate the brigade’s fire truck was not also hit by the bullet, given the dangerous fire conditions currently confronting the region. “A tanker could have been damaged and out of circulation this time of year when all CFA units need to be available,” he said. “If there was damage caused to the truck and it’s out of service, they’re not able to respond.” It was very concerning that a gun was shot so close to homes and a school.

Anyone with information can call Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000 or Police on 5342 8524

*WOADY HERALD UPDATE* URGENT NEED VOLUNTEERS & ADVERTISERS

If we cannot find some volunteers to take over the compiling and editing of the Woady Herald the publication will be either downsized and published bi monthly or discontinued altogether.

If the community has any suggestions or want to contribute then contact Chairperson, Glenn Mansell immediately to discuss it.

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Vis it www.hchouse.org to see the Woady Herald in full colour Index: Haddon CFA Vandalism page 1 Haddon Primary School News page 2 ArtsAtlas Training - FREE Workshops, International Women's Day Event, Haddon, Moondallah Café page 3 Lions Club Notes, Dereel Snippets page 4 The Importance of Sport – an interview with Mick Ellis What’s On at The Well, Smythesdale page 6 Wala Wildlife Sanctuary News, Quilters Group Haddon page 7 CAFS Volunteer Program page 8 New Feature - Local Profiles page 9 General Notes on Yoga, Art & Meditation Classes page 10 ANNUAL CAPE CLEAR SLOWNET YACHT RACE, AVOCA MUSICAL FESTIVAL, Funky Hair Friday – Shave for Cure, Linton and District School Sports Day page 11 Haddon Community House Program, Learn Local courses page 12,13 What Will my Garden Grow Woady Yaloak Athletic Club, New Dates Haddon Playgroup 2013 page 14 Cookery Nook, Christmas Cooking Tips page 15 Fun Corner page 16 Local Community Groups Directory page 17 Community Notice Board pages 17-19 Trades & Services page 20 - 23 Library information, Golden Connections, Shire Offices page 24

February/March 2013 HADDON PRIMARY SCHOOL NEWS An exciting addition to classroom programs this year will be our new music program. Music in some schools takes place as a specialist program. Most schools have a 3 hour specialist program throughout the week. At Haddon we have been given a strong message from the community to continue with P.E. as a two hour session and Art. Music is something we are endeavouring to embed in our class programs. To achieve this we have purchased a comprehensive music program for generalist teaching staff to follow and will hopefully see this commence in term 2, once we are all familiar with the program.

Round 2 of the netbook program will be open in term 2. Any parents who are keen to place an order will be able to at this time. These notebook computers are not compulsory however students do use them both at home and at school.

O’Connor Magic Garden Fundraiser The recent bushfire effected many people. One of our families was part of this tragic event.

The O’Conner girls came home from their Grandmothers to find devastation all around them.

Swings, trampoline and other treasures were decimated by the fires. The family home was saved however everything else was lost.

When chatting with Sarah and Nathan (parents) they talked of the thing they were most sad about, that insurance doesn’t cover. This was their Garden. The fruit trees, the veggies and the many flowers that were loved by the girls.

Alysha’s favourite tree was her apple tree which she loved and looked after.

We were all deeply moved by their story and as such the first job of our Junior School Council is to have a “Plant Drive” to help re build Alysha and Katie’s garden.

This is a special drive for we can help one of our families rebuild after such sadness.

The drive will start later in the term from the 18th of March and end on the last day of term 1. If you can spare a plant or seeds, potting mix or a tree please donate to the O’Conner Magic Garden fundraiser.

Fire Plan Haddon All members of our school community need to be vigilant regarding bushfires. We have all seen the devastation that they cause. Our school precinct is deemed the Neighbourhood Safer Place. The Recreation centre is the location for effected people to evacuate to and as such this keeps the school precinct a high priority if a fire was to break out. In the event of fire we will be in communication with the C.F.A. and students will not be permitted to leave the school to travel to a hazardous area.

The plan requires us to retain all students who travel by bus and students who ride or walk home. Parents who collect their children will be responsible for their children and we will communicate with them in the event that their properties are under threat. ALL CHILDREN will be kept safely at the school, in the stadium, until it is safe for them to be collected.

This will continue OUTSIDE regular school hours if needed.

All families will be communicated with via landline or mobile phones if there is any concern or need to retain the children due to fires. As this is critical please make sure we have your current contact details so that communication is seamless.

Several parents have asked if we close on code red days and the answer is no. We are deemed a safer place. Parents can and should however make that call for their families. If children are kept home this absence will automatically be approved.

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ArtsAtlas Training - FREE Workshops for Artists & Art Groups - ArtsAtlas Website Launched The Arts Atlas website was officially launched on February 8th at the Ballarat Art Gallery. A large crowd filled the McCain Room to see the new website revealed.

Central Highlands LEAP, VicHealth, City of Ballarat & Ballarat Arts Alive have developed the ArtsAtlas, a web based tool to assist artists and art groups to extend their online reach and better interact with customers, the public and their audience.

There will be six FREE workshops conducted to provide participants with support and guidance to set up and start using the web more fully to market themselves and their artworks on the site and learn skills to develop their own website if desired to sell their works.

Workshops cover: ArtsAtlas basics; Creating online profiles; Uploading imagery; Managing video; Embedding audio; Your integrated online presence. Workshops are flexible, participants can choose to do one, several or all sessions.

The workshops will be delivered by Erin McCuskey from YUM Studio (Ballarat) and locally these classes will be available at the Haddon and District Community House - phone to book on 5342 7050.

DON’T MISS THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY! First workshop will be held on Friday March 8th and others will be organized in the following weeks.

Please Note: Sessions can be customised for groups and run on alternate dates, evenings or week ends, dependent on room and trainer availability. Queries or bookings to Joan Coker, manager@haddoncommunityhouse.org.au on 5342 7050 or Carolynne Hamdorf: 0409 210 170, e: carolynnehamdorf@ballarat.vic.gov.au

HADDON & DISTRICT COMMUNITY HOUSE & GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE ONCE AGAIN INVITE YOU TO A SPECIAL EVENING OF CELEBRATING WONDERFUL WOMEN EVERYWHERE! “Tuesday March 26th at 7 pm. at the Northern Community Centre, Haddon Spend a very special evening to celebrate all women.

International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future.

This is a free evening of food, displays and special guest speakers including local artists Anne Langdon Please RSVP: 22nd March for catering purposes Page 3

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HADDON LIONS CLUB NOTES Welcome to the Club’s first bulletin for 2013. Many exciting events and projects have occurred since the last note, commencing with our White Elephant Sale in November last year. Due to the quality of goods, the kindness of the weather, the efforts of all our members and several others, and the support of the public, the result was one of the best sales ever held, realising a total profit of $5200, and with very few goods left over. We are already starting to plan for this year’s sale.

Our Xmas breakup took the form of a dinner at the Moondallah Café at Berringa on Wednesday, December 13. The venue has only opened recently but has acquired an excellent reputation in a short time and our Club’s experience fully justified this. In beautiful rural surroundings we enjoyed a lovely meal enhanced by a gorgeous summer evening and all Lions and partners agreed on it being a delightful event.

Over the next month Club activities were quiet due to the warm weather and members taking a Xmas-New Year break but then towards the end of January feverish activity started as we prepared for our annual Australia Day Breakfast. After the success of the 2012 event, we decided to increase our supplies and put into place more streamlined serving practices, both of which were justified on the day as again the breakfast was massively supported but the waiting time to be served was considerably reduced. Thanks again to the support from the Ballarat Vintage Car Club with its arrival with lots of fascinating old cars, and the recital by the Haddon Community Band who entertained guests superbly. Same time next year, guys! A highlight of the event was the great support for an appeal for relief for those folk who lost homes and property in the recent Chepstowe bushfire. The Club also donated $2000 of our own funds to the appeal, allowing us to hand to the appeal over $2500 all told.

Several of our members have also attended two working bees at Carngham to help clean up fire damage. They have cleaned up several kilometres of burnt fences and have felled and cleaned up many fallen trees. A positive result from this is that the Club has been given a lot of the wood to sell as firewood. The Club may assist further with more work in the future as the clean-up required is immense.

The Club is also liaising with our good supporter, Golden Plains Shire with a view to more park improvements. The Shire has some funds available for community revitalisation in which we wish to share. However a sour note has been struck by recent vandalism at the Hall and Park where windows have been smashed, the barbecue rotunda damaged and the car park torn up by burnouts. It may be good fun to the perpetrators but you are damaging community facilities built for your benefit. The Club is looking at various surveillance systems to try and identify these idiots.

Finally, our first Dinner Meeting for the year was held on Wednesday, February 20 at the Smythesdale home of Peter and Jacqui Bandy who, between them have over many years acquired a gigantic amount of vehicles, machinery, tools, household items, goods and products from years ago, and who were kind enough to open their collection to our Club for inspection.

Members were left open-mouthed as they inspected forgotten items from their past and all sorts of memories were revived.

Many thanks to the Bandy's for their generosity.

Dereel Snippets The Dereel Campfire Conversation group was the recipient of the Golden Plains Shire, Australia Day Community Event of the Year for 2013 at a recent ceremony in Bannockburn.

Their work in organising the Dereel Community Safety Expo brought together a wide gamut of emergency service and recovery agencies. People don't always know what happens after an emergency. This event gives them insight into what is involved.

Dereel Features in Courier Article Recently the township of Dereel featured in the Ballarat Couriers feature articles”50 Towns in 50 Days.” Some of the statistics and interesting facts mentioned in this article were that: the population from the 2011 census is: 586. . Dereel's population has decreased from 669 to what it is today between the 2006 and 2011 according to census data. The area was first settled in the 1860s and the main industry is farming.

Dereel has made headlines around Victoria in the past few years as a small group of residents fight to stop a broadband antenna being installed.

The Dereel-Enfield Bush Fire Brigade was formed in 1932. And the CFA have identified Dereel as one of 52 fire "hotspots" in Victoria.

The town’s post office was opened in 1868 and closed in 1971.

Suggested things to do when visiting Dereel are: Take a walk through the beautiful Enfield State Park.

Amble around one of the area's historical gold digging sites at Misery Creek, Staffordshire Reef and Berringa.

Call into meet the locals at the Community Hall on Swamp Road.

Go visit Surface Point, the site of an 1860 Chinese settlement.

If you would like to book the town hall for an event then please contact Ruth Uren on (03) 5346-1012. The town hall is located on the corner of Swamp Road and the Ballarat-Colac road.    

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Austcycle Program Available at Haddon Haddon & District Community House and the Golden Plains Shire together with Cycling Victoria are initiating a series of cycling sessions through the Austcycle program in term 1, 2013. We are looking at catering for everybody from absolute beginners through to those who can ride but want to improve their skills.

Regular skills sessions and confidence courses will be held for individuals and or community groups. A series of 3 x 2 hour sessions to begin with have been designed to give knowledge and confidence.

Course will begin on Thursday 7th March and continue the following 2 weeks on the 14th and 21st and will hopefully with the support and interest of the community continue on till end of the year.

Sessions will start at 9.30 am at the Haddon and District Community House, 396 Sago Hill Road, Haddon. Call the Community House on 5342 7050 and book in.

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to get out and not only exercise but socialise with other cycling enthusiasts. Check the website: http:// www.cycling.org.au/ AustCycle Teacher Training Program AustCycle involves a system of accreditation for coaches/instructors (to be termed 'Teachers'), support for 'Providers' (people running cycling schools providing the Teachers for activities) and promotion of the importance of cycling training in the community to allow safe and effective cycling.It is the result of over a decade of research, which has identified a strong need to develop a national cycling training scheme.

AustCycle is a joint venture between Cycling Australia, the Amy Gillett Foundation (AGF) and the Bicycle Federation of Australia (BFA). It was formally established in 2008 to deliver high quality cycling training, by accredited AustCycle Teachers to Australians of all ages so that they can ride further, more often, more confidently and more safely. This will result in more active, healthier, happier Australians and a safer, cleaner environment.

AustCycle Teachers are accredited under the National Coaching Accreditation Scheme (NCAS) by Cycling Australia via the NCAS CycleSkill Coach Training Program, and in the near future as NCAS Level 1 AustCycle Teachers. AustCycle assists in the Teacher training and accreditation process as well as quality review and provides further training.

-providers are licensed to run businesses delivering cycling training under the AustCycle banner. They engage accredited Teachers to deliver the training. Providers run their own training business with the backing of a national organisation – - supports Providers through referrals, insurance, and marketing.

- is working to establish a national network of Providers and Teachers providing training and sharing information.

It has a strong commitment to evaluation and further training to ensure that the cycling training provided under the AustCycle banner is the best possible.

- seeks to take advantage of and contribute to the significant increase in popularity that we have seen in cycling in recent years.

This is being fed by a number of factors, most notably: concerns for the environment, health and fitness, economic factors and the fun of riding bikes.

- is currently creating a proposal to develop a curriculum for a Training Program that equates to the NCAS Level 1 Training Programs currently delivered by Cycling Australia. This proposed 'NCAS Level 1 AustCycle Teacher Training Program' will follow the cycling participation coaching pathway in tandem with the existing competitive coaching pathway offered by Cycling Australia. This Training Program will cover a wide range of teaching competencies, learning outcomes and knowledge content related to different cycling skills, putting a particular focus on teaching the skills required to cycle in traffic, teaching cycling in schools and cycling for health and fitness.

Extensive research carried out in the lead up to launching AustCycle highlighted a number of problems with the prevailing opportunities for cycling training: A lack of consistent, high quality training for members of the community interested in participation cycling Cycling training in the general community, when available, tended to be delivered on an ad hoc basis without quality control and often without due regard to safety issues Often, dedicated trainers/coaches/instructors did not have the necessary business or marketing skills to be able to run sustainable cycling training businesses AustCycle believes it is in a good position to support the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) in its efforts to promote sports participation. In particular, AustCycle can contribute to: Higher levels of cycling An increased pool of potential competitive cyclists Increased safety of cyclists on the roads Increased health and fitness of Australians Details of Quality Assurance Systems and Procedures AustCycle train-the-trainer training is delivered via the National Coaching Accreditation Scheme (NCAS) accredited CycleSkill Coach Training Program curriculum and in the medium-term will be aligned directly to the NCAS guidelines. Cycling Australia technical coach education staff ensure that the development and delivery of the curriculum meets standards set out in the NCAS. These incorporate a strong emphasis on risk management processes and planning.

Over time, additional curricula will be developed to meet specific learning outcomes desired by the clients and sponsors of AustCycle, and that underpin the values of AustCycle.

For more details, please see the FAQ's Section of the AustCycle website.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF SPORT – an interview with Mick Ellis I was chatting to the mum of a pre-schooler after GenkiFit fitness one night at Smythesdale. We were talking about the availability of sport at school and in the community. I told her that there were already sports choices available to her little boy even now before he goes to school. I also added that as a father of seven and a teacher and sports coach for over 35 years that I believe sport to be an essential part of a child’s development and I was supportive of her keenness to get her child involved.

Smythesdale Cricket Club is running the Milo In2 cricket program for the first time this season and have 38 children registered.

The program is oriented toward prep to grade 3. We have 3 pre-schoolers in our group as well as a couple of older children.

There are a mixture of both boys and girls.

Smythesdale have run seven of their ten sessions at the time of writing this article and I would like to explore what has happened so far to highlight the beliefs and importance of sport to kids.

It would be fair to say that on most nights I have had about 34 of my registered players, another 6 to 10 siblings and up to 25 or more adults on the oval working on the skills with the kids.

For those who know anything about cricket many of the skills are cricket specific. Overarm bowling is a cricket only skill. Remember we are doing this with small children a handful of who still can’t read or write. So what are they getting from this involvement?

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They are coming together with other children many of whom they don’t know for a start and are being asked to work with them. This gives them a great opportunity for social development as they are learning to get along with others.

They are working with their parents and other adults which is a great thing to see.

At different times when the children are being shown a skill or having an activity explained they are being given the chance to develop their listening skills and then following the instructions. Being coachable is an important life skill.

I really like to see kids showing a bit of ‘grunt’. Learning not to give up if you cannot do something straight off. Sport in general and cricket especially sets up opportunities where continual effort will lead to the successful development of a skill. Is this not a great life skill? Persistence!

When a skill is achieved or something new learned it is great to see or hear the excitement. “Look Mick, I can do an overarm bowl!” “I hit the wickets three times”. Achievement develops confidence and self-esteem.

It is so important that kids tough out their participation in anything in life. Rocking up even when it is not very favourable weather or when you are not feeling that good. Surely this is exactly what we want our kids to be like when they are in the workforce. “Suck it up and get on with it”.

Fitness is touted as being so important in the pursuit of a happy life. If we want to succeed in our chosen sports a certain level of fitness is required.

Skill development in sport has so many applications. You don’t just catch, throw or hit things in a game. Eye hand coordination is important in many things we do.

I am not expecting every child to want to be involved in sport when they are grown up. Playing a sport is not for everyone. I believe being able to join in with the game of cricket at the beach with friends or family with some level of skill is important. I don’t know anyone who would enjoy a hit of beach cricket when they can’t bowl, hit or catch. So the alternative is not to join in. I would be disappointed if my kids or grandkids didn’t join in the fun.

What am I proposing? That all kids are forced to play sport when they are young? Certainly not! I believe all children need to be encouraged to partake in physical activities which develop the fundamental motor skills of running, jumping, catching, kicking, throwing and hitting. Involvement in junior sport will provide opportunities to develop the five fundamental learning skills of confidence, getting along, persistence, organisation and resilience.

Some of the sport and activities for kids which is being run in the local area includes Milo Cricket, Auskick AFL footy, Illabarook junior footy and netball, Taekwondo at Smythesdale, Jazz / funk dance at Smythesdale, Ross Creek Junior tennis and Woady Yaloak Athletics at Haddon. Other activities for juniors would also exist outside the Smythesdale area.

For any information about kids in sport, local sporting clubs or how to participate, please contact me - Tel 5342 8523 What’s On at The Well, Smythesdale NEW! Active Balance for Seniors – Commences Tuesday 26th March 15 week exercise program focusing on muscular strength and better balance, delivered by a Physiotherapist and Allied Health Assistant. Registrations essential - contact Ballarat Community Health on ph. 5338 4593.

Physiotherapy – Tuesdays - Contact Ballarat Community Health for an appointment with Physiotherapist Margaret Frederick on ph. 5338 4500.

Smythesdale Seniors – Tuesday 5th March. The Seniors meet fortnightly at 1.30pm (unless on an outing). New members welcome, come along and have some fun. Contact Laurel on ph. 5342 8857 for more information.

Doctors Clinic – Monday to Thursday 9.00am – 5.00pm - The Doctor and Practice Nurse are available four days per week.

For enquiries or to make an appointment please call the clinic on ph. 5321 1501.

Pharmacy - Monday to Friday 9.00am – 5.30pm - Ph. 5342 8695 to speak with Pharmacist Joe Sahhar.

Maternal & Child Health – Thursdays - For an appointment contact Golden Plains Shire Council on ph. 5220 7230.

Smythesdale Walking Group – Thursdays 10.00am -Walk starts/finishes at The Well each Thursday. NB. If temperature pre-

dicted to be over 30° walk will start at 9.00am.

Mobile Library – Thursday 14th and 28th March - Geelong Regional Library’s Mobile Library parks outside The Well each fortnight from 9.00am – 10.45am Page 6

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Wala Wildlife Sanctuary News It's been a busy start to the year with fifty-two animals tended to since 1st January. In the last week we have had 3 'pinky' joeys come into care. They are called pinkies because they are just that- pink skin with no hair! The attached photo is one of our new long term residents, Benji. He is an Eastern Grey Kangaroo rescued by a very kind Vicroads manager who drove past a large kangaroo on the side of the road near Beaufort. Unfortunately she was a fatality but then, with very keen eyes, he noticed something moving and stopped to take a look. It was a little joey that had wriggled half way out of mum's pouch. He quickly wrapped him up in his jacket and brought him to Ballarat for me to pick up. These joeys are getting round the clock feeds and need very specialised care. If you are ever in the unfortunate position of finding a joey, wrap it up in something to keep it warm and ring me IMMEDIATELY. It is very important they get the correct care as soon as possible for their survival.

So, more joeys keeping me up at night and more animals in care.

This is a photo of a Purple Swamphen that came to us after a very kind person found her laying on the ground around the lake. We suspect she has been knocked by a car and she cannot stand at the moment. She has been in care for a few weeks and one of my daily chores is to give her a water therapy session! It is very common for us to get animals with similar injuries after being hit by a vehicle. They can be long term patients depending on the extent of their injuries, therefore taking up quite a lot of our time. We once had a Boobook Owl in care for nine months after being hit by a car.

It was a very satisfying moment when we were finally able to release him (even if it did make me cry that he was finally leaving!)

Fundraisers Garage Sale- If you're having a bit of a clean up and have some items in good condition that you would like to donate to our fundraising garage sale, give me a call and we will arrange collection - 0409137323 or email mickeykaz@hotmail.com WHEN: Saturday 23rd March WHERE: Neill St Uniting Church Hall, cnr Neill St and Macarthur St, Ballarat TIME: 8am to 1pm Shopping Trip The shopping trip date has been confirmed for the 11th May! I have had a few people say they are coming! I need at least 25 people to make up a bus (and to help keep the cost down! So ask your friends, family, neighbours, colleagues, bus drivers, teachers to come along and join in the fun! If you have any favourite outlets you would like to visit this year, please let me know!

Yes, it's our annual fundraising shopping trip! Come along for a good dose of retail therapy! Invite your friends, family, neighbours, colleagues and anyone else you can think of! If you'd like to join in and have a favourite outlet you'd like included on the itinerary, let me know!

WHEN: Saturday 11th May WHERE: Bus departs from Gold Bus Depot TIME: 7am to approx. 7pm COST: $40 First Friday Craft Club Come along to an exciting workshop and learn different techniques for card making, scrapbooking and other items. Workshop entry is donated to Wala Animal Sanctuary.

WHEN: Friday 1st March, Friday 5th April WHERE: Haddon Community House, Sago Hill Rd, Haddon TIME: 7pm COST: $25 includes materials and light supper RSVP: ASAP to Karen 0409137323 or email mickeykaz@hotmail.com And remember as part of the St Pats school curriculum, students are making nesting boxes. These boxes are for sale $35 each.

Proceeds of the sale of nesting boxes goes towards buying materials for the next years program. The students are learning woodworking skills and also get a sense of environmental responsibility. These nesting boxes are ideal to hang in a suburban garden to encourage wildlife to your area. Do your bit for your environment and purchase a nesting box! If you are interested please call Karen 0409137323 or email mickeykaz@hotmail.com Kaz Quilters Beginners or Beyond, Want to join a regular group?

Are you thinking of starting out in quilting/patchwork/sewing and need help with the basics and beyond? The Haddon & District Community House have an excellent tutor to assist and this would be a fantastic opportunity to join a quilting group at the house. Group now planning meetings on Monday evenings and there is a possibility of weekends; Saturdays or Sundays. Phone now and to join this new group  5342 7050.

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CAFS Volunteer Program

CAFS Ballarat cares for over 80 children each night through the Foster Care program. CAFS Foster Carers have opened their hearts and homes to provide vulnerable children and young people with a safe and nurturing environment in which to live, when they cannot live with their own families. We regard our carers are social heroes who share their lives with children in need.

Not everyone is in a position to be foster carer. Family and work commitments mean many people don’t have time or space to provide the 24/7 care needed.

Many people might be able to offer some assistance without making the full commitment and CAFS is currently setting up a Community Volunteer program to help provide support and practical assistance to our carers and their families.

The objective is to assist our dedicated and rather stretched carers but also to provide the children with some of the “little extras” that enhance the quality of life, build character and offer life changing experiences.

Whilst children and young people are in foster care, it is important that they feel supported, nurtured and connected and have opportunities for continued growth and development. Some of the volunteer work identified that we would like to be able to offer to carers includes taking children on small outings, providing occasional or regular transport, tutoring, assistance with small chores such as lawn mowing, and donations of goods that children can use, for example, sports equipment, school uniforms, movie passes.

We invite you to take a few moments to think about the people who make up your social and support circle and consider if you could be part of a support circle for carers and the children in their care. We think you will find involvement in this new venture to be satisfying, challenging and stimulating, and you will in turn become a “social hero”!

Some of the volunteer work identified that we would like to be able to offer to carers from individuals, local organizations and the business community includes:  Occasional childcare  Providing occasional or regular transport  Taking children on small outings or recreational activities  Tutoring  Help with holiday activities  Assistance with small home maintenance and chores, such as lawn mowing, home repairs.  Donations of vouchers for goods for example, sports equipment, musical instruments, specific furniture, school uniforms, shoes, etc.

Donations to provide initial placement packs (age & gender appropriate) Donations to enable a child to attend an activity example movie passes, swimming lessons, music lessons, sporting lessons.

All volunteers of practical assistance would be expected to attend a free training (1 full day) session and be subject to police, Important Contact Details: working with children and referee checks.

If you are interested in talking Contact the CFA at www.cfa.vic.gov.au or further about this volunteering opportunity, please ring Jacqui Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 Fernandez on (Mon & Thurs.)

240 667 for Bushfire Survival Plans and on 03 5337 3333 (ext. 3309) or general information email Jacqueline.Fernandez@cafs.org.au.

For all Emergencies call - 000 Upcoming training dates: 23rd Feb 2013, 23rd March 2013

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New Feature - Local Profiles An interview with Aaron Quaife, volunteer with the Haddon CFA. Aaron is a volunteer fire fighter with Haddon Country Fire Association. He joined the brigade fifteen years ago as a junior member, where he competed in the Brigade running team. Aaron described his reasons for him becoming involved included the social interaction, skills and challenges and the sense of accomplishment it provided. He accredited Reinhard Pohl (Previous Captain) as playing an important role in keeping youth involved with the fire brigade through harnessing enthusiasm, responsibility, discipline and purpose. The majority of the younger members Aaron trained with are still part of the brigade today, with three moving onto become professional career fire fighters with the CFA. Aaron has held various positions over the past years within the “Brigade Management Team� and currently holds the position of Communications Officer.

He explained the friendships he has made with members of differing ages, and the skills, life experience and enjoyment that he has obtained from being involved with the local fire brigade. He strongly recommends joining the CFA to anyone in search of a challenge and some hard work but also the great satisfaction of contributing to your local community.

The Haddon Brigade meeting is held on the 1st Thursday of every month at the Haddon Fire Station. People are most welcome to attend, as they are always looking for new recruits. Recruitment is open to all sexes. Juniors can start at from about twelve years of age but do not become an active fire fighter until around eighteen years of age.

Aaron pointed out that joining the CFA does not mean you have to become an active fire fighter - you can be involved in administration areas or the auxiliary to name just a few very important roles. Each and every member is valuable.

The Smythes Creek is a satellite station of the Haddon Fire Brigade and is managed by the same members.

Each station houses one appliance (Tanker) along with other group and district spare vehicles from time to time.

If you have any questions please contact Graeme Morris (Captain) 0409171115 'CFA can help you get prepared' and 'Living in the Bush, a survival plan workbook' can be obtained from the Haddon Fire Brigade Station. The booklet is excellent so call to pick up a copy.

If you live on your own - monitor hazard conditions, leave early or have a fire plan in place, let your neighbours know your plan.

Basic requirements if unable to leave home: - stay indoors while the main fire front passes; - keep an eye out for embers - have a reliable water source ready.

If the beginning of a fire is noticed while driving along - ring 000 to report - take note of any other vehicles in the area at that time, try to get their registration make and model if possible.

In regards to animals/livestock - larger animals need to be considered. An area should be prepared around the property to house animals. All vegetation should be cleared and grass kept low (small fenced area). Where possible do not turn stock loose as this could create a hazard.

Fire Brigades are permitted to access any water source for the purpose of fire fighting e.g. dams, pools, tanks so access to these areas would be helpful in the instances of your property being involved with fire. Staying Safe When Travelling Know the most up to date Fire Danger Rating for the area where you are travelling .

Check the Fire Danger Ratings forecast daily over summer. You can also call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667 for this information.

Check whether there's a Total Fire Ban where you're staying or passing through by visiting Total Fire Bans & Ratings or calling the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667. You can also get more detailed information about what is and isn't allowed on a Total Fire Ban day, including restrictions around barbeques and campfires.

Monitor weather conditions (and the daily Fire Danger Rating) in the district you're travelling in by listening to ABC or local radio, visiting Total Fire Bans & Ratings or calling the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667.

Be prepared to change your travel plans on hot, dry and windy days On these days it's better to visit safer places such as cities and towns. Never travel into any high-risk bushfire area where a Code Red has been declared.

Pack essential items to help if you are caught in a fire situation. Get items such as woollen blankets, drinking water and protective clothing (like long-sleeved cotton tops, pants, hats and sturdy shoes) together and ready to go.

Save the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on your mobile phone and download the free CFA app for smartphones. You can phone VBIL or use the app to find out about Fire Danger Ratings, Total Fire Bans, emergency warnings (if there is a fire) and key bushfire preparation and planning information. Call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667 or via National Relay Service on 1800 555 677 if you are hearing impaired. Download the app.

Find out what bushfire safety plans are in place in the area where you are camping, caravanning or renting accommodation. Ask for information on alternative routes to leave the area and if there is a Neighbourhood Safer Place nearby (a place of last resort where you can go if you are caught by not leaving early enough).

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General Notes on Yoga - Trainer Jo Scherger Breathing – Always breathe through the nose unless specific instructions are given to the contrary. Try to coordinate the breath with the asana practice.

Awareness – This is essential to the practice of asana (posture) as it is to all yoga practices. The purpose of asana practice is to influence, integrate and harmonize all the levels of being: physical, pranic, mental, emotional, psychic and spiritual. At first it may appear that asanas are merely concerned with the physical level because they deal with the movement of different parts of the body. Actually, however, they have profound effects at every level of being if they are combined with awareness.

Awareness has many connotations, in this context, but it may be understood as consciously noting the physical movement, the posture itself, breath control and synchronisation, mental counting, sensations in the body, movement of prana, concentration of an area of the body or chakra and, most important, any thoughts or feelings that may arise during the practice. Implicit in the concept of awareness is the idea of acceptance of any thought which comes uninvited to the mind; ‘good’ and ‘bad’ thoughts should be accepted equally, without judgement. In the final analysis, thoughts are energy, neither good nor bad. This awareness is essential in order to receive optimum benefits from the practices.

Relaxation: Shavasana (lying position) may be performed at any point during asana practice, especially when feeling physical or mentally tired. It should also be practised on completion of the asana programme.

Time of practice: Asana may be practised at any time of day except after meals. The best time, however, is the two hours before and including sunrise. – this period of the day is known in in Sanskrit as brahmamuhurta and is most conducive to the higher practices of yoga. At this time, the atmosphere is pure and quiet, the activities of the stomach and intestines have stopped, the mind has no deep impressions on the conscious level and it is empty of thoughts in preparation for the long day ahead. The practitioner will probably find that the muscles are stiffest early in the morning compared to the late afternoon when they become more supple, nevertheless this rime is recommended for practice. In the evening the two hours around sunset is also a favourable time.

Place of practice: Practise in a well-ventilated room where it is calm and quiet. Asanas may also be practised outdoors but the surroundings should be pleasant if possible. Not in strong wind, in the cold, in air that is dirty, smoky or which carries unpleasant odour. When practicing it is best not to have furniture around.

Blanket: Use a folded blanket of natural material for the practices as this will act as an insulator between the body and the earth. Do not use a mattress which is spongy or filled with air as this does not give sufficient support to the spine.

Diet: There are no special dietary rules for asana practitioners although it is better to eat natural food and in moderation.

Contrary to popular belief, yoga does not say that a vegetarian diet is essential although in the higher stages of practice it is recommended. At meal times it is advised to half fill the stomach with food, one quarter with water and leave the remaining quarter empty. Eat only to satisfy hunger and not so much that a feeling of heaviness or laziness occurs.

Eat to live rather than live to eat.

No Straining: Never exert undue force while doing asanas. Beginners may find their muscles stiff at first, but after several weeks of regular practice they will be surprised to find that their muscles are more supple.

Age limitations: Asana may be practised by people of all age groups, male and female.

Contra-indications: People with fractured bones or who are suffering from chronic ailments and diseases such as stomach ulcer, tuberculosis or hernia and those recuperating from operations, should consult a yoga teacher and doctor before commencing asanas.

If there is excessive pain in any part of the body the asana should be terminated immediately and, if necessary, medical advice sought. Do not stay in an asana if discomfort is felt.

Inverted asana: Do not practise any inverted asanas if there is gas or fermentation in the intestines, if the blood is excessively impure, during menstruation or in later stages of pregnancy. This is important to ensure that toxins do not go to the brain and cause damage, and, in the case of menstruation, the blood does not enter the fallopian tubes.

Sunbathing: Never practise asanas after a long period of sunbathing as the body will be overheated.

Yoga classes are now being held at the Haddon and District Community House on Wednesday evenings at 6.15 pm to 7.15 pm. Book on 5342 7050.

ART & MEDITATION CLASSES Creativity and insightful awareness through Meditation - Art & Music Term 2 - on Fridays, Time:10.30 am – 12 pm ~ 7 week program - Cost for course - $75 includes materials.

Meditation, Art & Music are a form of awakening – especially helpful in times of stress.

Week 1.

Finding our ‘creative inner space’ Meditation and simple art exercise.

Week 2.

Experimenting with the thought of art and a sense of play.

Week 3.

Visual Journal – Personal art journal (diary) for spontaneous images.

Week 4.

Expressing inner self and how symbols affect our art in dreams and life.

Weeks 5, 6 Making spontaneous images within a circle – ‘Mandala a sacred circle’ with the use of water colours.

Week 7.

Completion of the process with collage. The process of creating forms, working with colours and developing images.

Tutor: Jo Scherger - Phone: 53428288. Venue: ‘THE WELL,’ Smythesdale but book at the Community House on 5342 7050 Page 10

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Happenings at Cape Clear -

February/March 2013

ANNUAL CAPE CLEAR SLOWNET YACHT RACE

Once again the Cape Clear community is holding their ‘Slownet Inland Yacht Race,’ this is the second year they have held this event. The ‘race will be held this year on March 17th. From 1 pm at the Cape Clear Recreation Reserve. Entry to the event will be via a gold coin donation and yacht entries are only $5.00. Entry conditions apply. For all bookings contact Lorraine Cameron on 5342 2210. Also check out the details on their Facebook page- facebook.com/ SlownetinlandYachtRaceAtCapeClear.

Cape Clear Neighbourhood Safer Place The Golden Plain's Shire has finally established an open space Neighbourhood Safer Place - Place of Last Resort at the Cape Clear Recreation Reserve on Recreation Road in Cape Clear.

AVOCA MUSICAL FESTIVAL

SMYTHESDALE CAMPUS

The Avoca Music Festival will be held on March 22nd to 24th . There will be twenty-three hours of musical treats with hilarious bush poetry and Australian country music at the Big Avoca Do on March 23rd. Come join this very popular event.

Funky Hair Friday – Shave for a Cure -15th March A member of the campus P & F will shave their head at 2 p.m. to raise funds for the Leukaemia Foundation. The campus is asking all Smythesdale campus students to join in their fun activity by coming to school with funky hairstyles for a gold coin donation. Coloured pancakes will be served for lunch. Further information and lunch order forms will be distributed closer to the day. Direct enquiries to the campus.

BALLARAT BEGONIA FESTIVAL The Begonia Festival is being held on the Labour Day long weekend, from Saturday the 9th to the 11th March this year at the Botanical Gardens and Lake Wendouree foreshore from 10 am to 5 pm daily.

The festival is now in its 61st year and has a renewed focus on horticulture with celebrity gardener Cost Georgiadis (Gardening Australia) headlining the 2013 event.

For more information and full program visit www.ballaratbegoniafestival.com or follow on Facebook.

LINTON AND DISTRICT SCHOOL SPORTS The Linton and District School Sports Day will be held on Friday March 22nd at the Linton Oval.

During term one students at all campuses will be undertaking sports practise sessions several times a week in readiness for the Linton and District athletic sports.

Illabarook Football Netball Club Trivia Night The Illabarook Football and Netball Club want to invite you and your friends to their annual pre-season trivia night on Saturday March 16th, at 6.30 pm for a 7 pm start at the Woady Yaloak Recreation Reserve (Footy Club Rooms).

Tables of ten are available to book($100.00 per table or $150.00 with a supplied gourmet platter).

Please contact Mel Van Der Hoven on 0447 282 936 or Christie Critchley on 0401 344 621.

BYO nibbles. Drinks are available at bar prices.

5 NOW OPEN 5 DAYS A WEEK WEDNESDAYS TO SUNDAYS

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The Haddon & District Community House provides a community managed service in a friendly and comfortable environment, accessible to all.

COMPUTERS COURSES - INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS ~ Now a class every day of the week!

Mornings 9.30 am - 12 pm and evenings 7pm - 10 pm.

Duration 8 weeks - 24 hours. NB: Other times available including other evening sessions if minimum numbers of students attained. (Tuesday evening available now).

BEYOND BASIC COMPUTERS ~ A program for those with some knowledge beyond total beginner’s. Monday mornings 9.30 am -12 pm (8 week course). Tuesday afternoons 1pm3.30.(8 weeks ).

Using Microsoft Office - including Word, Outlook, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, -do one program or do them all to bring you up to date with what is required to use computers in an office environment or with Microsoft office programs.

Monday afternoons - from 1 pm till 4 pm (7 weeks). Or mornings from 10 to 1pm.

N.B. Please phone other days/dates are available with sufficient numbers, please check with the House & first term course program. For all computer classes casual attendance enquiries are welcome, cost $20.00 per session, dependent upon availability.

INTRODUCTION TO EXCEL (available).

INTRODUCTION TO MS OUTLOOK (available).

INTRODUCTION TO PICASA & BEYOND - New dates available term 1, 2013. 1- 4pm. Cost $25.00 per session.

INTRODUCTION TO MYOB - Now on Fridays from 9 am ~ 1 pm, Saturday mornings also may be available where sufficient numbers, now 6 sessions. $140.00/$120.00 concession.

WORK AND LIFE SKILLS - Need help returning to work, writing resumes, interview techniques or looking for direction then this class will help you. New start dates available now for Term 1, 2013.

INTRODUCTION TO CUSTOMER SERVICE - Learn the essential skills to connect with customers. 10 weeks x 3 hours INTRODUCTION TO HAIRDRESSING - Fabulous course on hairdressing covering hairstyles, ‘up-dos,’ layers to about colours and foils! Cost $130.00 for 24 hours course. Other times will be available just call to learn of the latest dates/times..

INTRODUCTION TO BEAUTY SERVICES - Interested in makeup? Then learn from practical sessions in make-up and beauty services. Thursdays 10 am—2pm Cost $120.00.

INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR DESIGN - Have you always liked decorating? This course will help you and maybe kick start a career with a professional designer. Evening courses Tuesdays, Wednesdays or weekends maybe available. Phone ACCREDITED COURSES: Certificates will be issued APPLY FIRST AID ~ Saturday March 8th (1 day), 9 am to 4 pm (approx). CPR first 3 hours. We need minimum 10 participants. One day course cost $135.00 for inclusive of CPR can usually be organised for groups of 10 or more.

FOOD HANDLER’S COURSE - Follow Workplace Hygiene Procedures/Food Safety Level I, approx. $115.00 for in-house training depending on maximum numbers being reached.

Or complete the online course for only $95.00 or you can do by correspondence; you just need to come into the house to book and fill in an enrolment form and then complete the course in your own time and place.

February/March 2013 396 Sago Hill Road, Haddon 3351  5342 7050 Fax 5342 7013 Office Open Tuesday - Friday 10.00 - 3.30 pm coordinator@hchouse.org CERTIFICATE II & III in HAIRDRESSING & CERTIFICATE II & III in BEAUTY SERVICES - 2013.

Get an accredited certificate in hairdressing. You must ring to express interest and for assessment. YOU MUST BOOK NOW TO SECURE YOU PLACE - ONLY A FEW PLACES LEFT! Some of the other courses on offer include: NEW - SOURDOUGH BREADMAKING: March 18th & 19th(2 evenings) or March 23rd(1 day) 10am -4pm. Cost $150.00 (concession 10% off).  CHEESEMAKING - Term 1, 2013 - Blue Vein and Sour Cream, Halloumi and Goat ~ $110,00 pp per class.  INTRODUCTION TO MOSAICS—Term 1, 2013 - Friday 8th March (10am-4pm) & Friday 15th March(10am-2pm).  SEWING AND PATCHWORK CLASSES - are also available on Wednesdays if sufficient bookings are obtained.  New - Quilting Group - Monday evenings 7pm - $5.00 COOKING: THAI - CHINESE– Any requests for any other cooking classes taken. Other courses available second term will be hat making and basket making.

Do you have a suggestion or course request than please phone the house and we will try to include it.

Businesses: We can cater for business courses in retail or administration also so let us assist you. Call now!

CHILDREN & FAMILIES NEW Haddon Playgroup looking to meet Tuesday mornings in 2013 at 10.00 am. New members required.

Branch Into Music Sessions ~ Returns First term 2013. Fridays 9:30 am – 10:00 am. Places are strictly limited and you need to book.

PUBLIC SERVICES Public Internet and computer access@ $3 per hour Printing - Colour $3 per page, mono $1.00 per page Photocopying (double sided)A4 30 cents, A3 50 cents  Laminating A4 $1.50, A3 $2.50  Binding A4 $3.00 for up to 30 pages.  Fax Service $2.00 first page, $1.00 additional pages local and interstate, international p.o.a.  Library/Book Swap, including a large variety of large print and talking books, videos, dvd’s.  Drop in centre (all welcome). Help yourself to coffee and tea, donations very welcome.  Woady Yaloak Herald . Free classifieds and affordable advertising. Your local community newsletter.  Greeting Card Sales - See cards at front desk.  Information & Referral  Volunteer placements - the house is keen for volunteers, please phone for details.

EFTPOS & CREDIT CARD FACILITIES AVAILABLE People of all abilities are welcome at Haddon & District Community House.

We acknowledge the ongoing support of Adult Community and Further Education (ACFE) & Department of Planning & Community Development (DPCD).

The Haddon and District Community House aims to provide a variety of educational , social recreational activities to suit a range of tastes and interests. Whilst all efforts are made to proceed with advertised activities it is sometimes not possible if enrolments do not generate the funds required to cover the costs of tutors and room hire.

Do you have some time to spare and would like to help out your community? The House is seeking volunteers to help out with day to day tasks and activities. There are a range of tasks that will suit an array of skills and abilities and we love a friendly face! We offer training and support. Call 5342 7050 for information.

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Learn Local in 2013

February/March 2013 New Term I Course Brochure out now!

Pick up a copy of the new term course brochure at the House or at local stores.

Below some of the course highlights for 2013!

APPLY FIRST AID CERTIFICATE This course covers all the necessary skills & knowledge required to provide first aid response, life support, management of casualty(ies), the incident & other first aiders, until the arrival of medical or other assistance. This unit incorporates the content of units HLTCPR201B Perform CPR and HLTFA201B Provide basic emergency life support. Min 10 students.

DAY: Saturday (one day) DATE: March 16th TIME: 9 am - 4 pm FEES: $135.00 (bookings and payments must be made one week in advance as you are required to undertake some pre course work).

Introduction to Customer Service - NEW COURSE - designed to teach you the skills required to work and communicate with customers and increase sales potential; essential skills to assist you to get that job.

Ipad/Tablets - Are you thinking of buying a tablet/ipad? Then we help you “try” before you buy! Come and learn how to use them for more than just searching the Internet! Or have you got a new one of these great devices and not quite sure how to use it them to their full potential? This course will be great fun! Places limited. BOOK NOW!!!

“Grow Your Work and Life Skills” - Now three courses available, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons and Thursday evening for Blokes. This has been a very popular course so book early.

MS Office - this course is especially for those who need to kick start their career path or who need to upskill their computer prowess by becoming familiar with MS office Programs including Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint.

Know Your Computers 101 This course helps to provide basic and beyond assembly and repair skills for computer hardware & operating systems. Introduces basic electrical/electronic concepts. Learn the functionality of hardware & software components and best practice in maintenance and safety issues.

“Introduction to Beauty Services” - a great course. Students have had a great time learning about a variety of beauty services such as make-up, how to apply; product knowledge, hygienic preparation, contouring and framing the face. Course also includes manicures & pedicures and more. You can then undertake further studies in our certificate courses. setting.

“Introduction to Interior Design” - Next dates are available now. and are conducted over several weeks covering basic interior design principles in an informal way. Outside shop/site visits will also be a great fun feature to this course.

“Introduction to Hairdressing” - New dates available now. This course goes beyond the basics of hair care, including modern styling, ‘up-dos.’ You will learn skills in braiding, special occasion styles, blow waving, perming, how to apply foils and much more. It is a pathway to further studies in Certificate II in Hairdressing and/or Certificate II in Beauty Services that we have on offer at the Community House now.

NEW - “SOURDOUGH MAKING COURSE” Presented by professional bakers Oscar and Robyn Janczewski. We are very excited to offer you this fantastic new course! Learn to make your very own sourdough, from making and using a sourdough leaven, mixing, kneading, adding fruits and grains, hand shaping and baking.

To be held on Mon/Tuesday evenings(2 sessions or Saturday(1 session) on March 18th &19th or 23rd. Time 7 pm-10 pm or 10 am - 4 pm. Cost $150 per person. 10% discount for seniors or concession card holders COCKTAILS ANYONE? Learn to make some basic and not so basic cocktails. Great fun session of 3 hours. Participants must be over 18 years of age. Please do not plan to drive at the completion of this workshop but arrange alternative means of transport.

Day: Saturday; new date to be organized in March, time:7 pm - 10 pm Cost: $50.00 per person. Trainer: Oscar Janczewski.

“Mosaics for Beginners” Mosaic is the art of creating decorative designs constructed from small pieces of tile, ceramic, coloured glass, stone or other suitable material. Learn this expressive and useful technique which can be used to decorate many surfaces around the home.

Bring along lunch. All materials supplied. Cost $105 plus $35.00 for materials. Concession $90.00.

Little Woadys – sing, sway, laugh, play Little Woadys is a program for preschool aged children (0 – 6yrs) and their parent or carer, held at the Northern Community Centre Haddon. The program provides a great opportunity for parents to engage with their children through positive experiences that enhance the parent/child relationship.

Registrations are now open for Term 1 2013. Branch Into Music - Friday; 15th February, 22nd February, 1st March, 8th March, 15th March, 9:30am – 10:00am, Northern Community Centre, 396 Sago Hill Road, Haddon.

Bookings essential – places are strictly limited. Program Cost: $30 for 1 child; $55 for 2 children; $75 for 3 children. NB: Sufficient numbers are required for the program to run. Children under the age of six months are free when attending with a paying sibling. For more information, or to register for Branch Into Music please contact Kim Boyd, Community Wellbeing Officer, on 5342 7000.

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WHAT WILL MY GARDEN GROW? It is once again that time of year when the sun is beaming, warm winds are blowing and the garden is dying. It is a difficult time of year, especially with the warm summer we are currently experiencing, to feel enthusiastic about getting out into the garden.

It may be that your grass is dry and brown, your veggies are wilting faster than you can keep the water up to them and the dam is getting lower and lower, however it is not a time to throw it all away and head down to the supermarket to stock up on commercially grown fresh produce.

The hot conditions we are experiencing are great for growing a variety of vegetables and herbs Carrots As one of the oldest known root vegetables, carrots are well suited to survive the summer’s heat.

Carrot seeds are easy to sow and should be ready for the picking in 12-18 weeks.

Carrots do best when they are planted with onions, radish, celery, sage and rosemary to name a few however should not be planted with parsnips, beetroot, fennel or dill.

Lettuce There are many varieties, sizes and colours of lettuce which makes them great for those summer salads during the hot months.

During extreme heat, however, some varieties of lettuce will do better in the shade or under a shade cloth. If they do get too hot you will see them grow very tall quickly and begin to flower.

Lettuce will require daily watering due to their shallow roots and do best when grown with carrots, strawberries, onions, beetroot and radish. Lettuce should be ready for harvest in 8 -12 weeks.

Beetroot Beetroot is also a vegetable which comes in a variety of colours. Colours run from typical deep red, to pinks and even oranges. This vegetable is ideal for a visually delightful side dish.

It is best to keep beetroots well watered to give them a sweeter taste. And beetroots do best when grown with onions, lettuce, peas, dill and strawberries but avoid growing them too close to any plantings of carrots or silverbeet.

At about 5 – 7 weeks you should be able to see the beetroot bulging from the ground and anywhere between 7 – 10 weeks they will be ready for harvest, however they will keep in the ground for longer if you’re not ready for beetroot for breakfast, lunch and tea.

Cucumber Cucumbers should also be planted this time of year as they do well in full sun.

There are again many varieties of cucumbers such as Lebanese cucumbers which are a smaller variety, gherkins which have a prickly skin and apple cucumbers which are more or a rounded shape and white in colour.

Cucumbers can be grown in flat beds or you can train them to grow up a trellis or latticework.

If planted now cucumbers will be ready to be harvested in 8 – 10 weeks and do best when grown with sunflowers, beans, dill and lettuce but keep them away from tomatoes and potatoes.

Chives If you’re looking to plant herbs, then chives are ideal to plant for the summer months.

Chives have cylindrical grass like leaves which are usually eaten raw. They grow well with carrots, parsley and apples and are usually ready to harvest by just cutting off some of the leaves with a knife 7 – 11 weeks after planting.

They also like full sun but should be watered regularly as they do not like dry conditions.

Haddon has a new playgroup & are meeting on Tuesday mornings at the Haddon & District Community House From 10.30 am to 12 noon We need new members!

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To cool you down or for a party!

Raspberry, Kiwi Ice Pops/Blocks These treats are actually good for you and you can use chilled juice to lessen the freezing time.

Ingredients: 1 small kiwi fruit - peeled and sliced 13 cup small raspberries 1/1/4 - 1 1/2 cups of light cranberry juice Divide kiwi fruit and raspberries among six plastic ice pop moulds(50gms) or just use ice block trays for great addition to punch.

Pour in the cranberry juice and freeze until solid; about 1-2 hours.

Low GI Recipe

February/March 2013

Garlic Chilli Prawns Time: 10 min Serves: 4 Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 4 sliced garlic cloves 2 chopped red chillies 500g peeled green prawns 1/4 cup chopped parsley Method: Heat olive oil and butter in a frying pan. Add garlic cloves and red chillies; cook for 2-3 min or until aromatic.

Add prawns and cook for 4-5 min. Add wine and simmer for 1 -2 min. Stir through chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper. Serve with rice

Chinese Sticky BBQ Drumsticks

These delicious drumsticks are a popular at any BBQ! Cook: 55 min Serves: 16 Ingredients: 1/3 cup char sui sauce 1/4 cup honey 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 teaspoon finely grated ginger 16 chicken drumsticks, flesh scored Method: 1.

Combine char sui sauce, honey, garlic and grated ginger in a small bowl. Transfer to a large zip-lock bag and add chicken drumsticks, rubbing to coat in mixture. Refrigerate for 20 min, longer if time permits.

2.

Preheat oven to 180C (160C fan forced). Line a baking tray. Remove chicken from marinade and place onto tray. Bake for 50-55 min, turning occasionally or until cooked through. Remove and dip drumsticks in lightly toasted sesame seeds and garnish with coriander.

Smoked Salmon, Dill & Lemon Pâté Ingredients: 150g smoked salmon , trimmings are fine 200g tub soft cheese 1 tbsp crème fraîche , only if you have some juice half a lemon small bunch dill or chives , chopped breadsticks or granary toast, to serve You only need five minutes to whip up this creamy fish dish, great served as a dip or starter.

Serves: 4: as a starter or 8 as a dip.

If you aren't using smoked salmon trimmings then chop the salmon into small pieces. Tip the soft cheese, crème fraîche (if using) and lemon juice into a food processor, season generously with black pepper and blend to your liking.

Add the smoked salmon and pulse a few times if you want the paté chunky or blitz some more if you want the paté smooth and pink.

2. Stir the herbs into the paté and spoon into a large or four smaller bowls and serve with warm toast as a starter or with breadsticks as a dip.

Little Date Puddings Dates are fat-free and a great source of fibre and potassium.

Time: 10 min Serves:4 Ingredients 60g butter 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup dates, pitted and chopped 1 cup dark brown sugar 1 cup self-raising flour Method: Preheat oven to 180ºC (160ºC fan-forced). Lightly grease 4 x 1-cup ramekins or heatproof dishes. In a medium saucepan combine the butter, milk, chopped dates and 3/4 cup brown sugar. Place over a medium-low heat until butter melts. Remove from the heat and stir in flour.

Divide mixture into dishes, sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup brown sugar over the dishes. Pour 1/3 cup boiling water over each pudding. Bake for 20-25 min or until just booked. Set aside for 5 min. Serve warm with vanilla beat ice-cream.

Blueberry and Almond Toasted Muesli Muesli can be stored for up to a month.

Serves 4: Ingredients: Muesli: 300 g rolled oats 125 ml apple juice 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 80 g raw Almonds 125 g sunflower seeds 40 g pumpkin seeds 40 g sesame seeds 30 g flaked Coconut 125 g dried blueberries For Raspberry swirl yoghurt ½ cup raspberry & 1 cup plain Yoghurt Method: Preheat the oven to 160°C (315°F/Gas 2-3).

Place all the ingredients, except for the dried blueberries, in a large bowl and stir well to combine.

Spread the mixture evenly over a large baking tray and place in the oven for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until lightly browned. Remove from the oven, allow to cool then add the blueberries. (If you can't get dried blueberries, use currants or sultanas or a mixture of both). Serve with the raspberry swirl yoghurt, nectarines and milk.

Mash raspberries with a fork & lightly ripple through yoghurt.

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Kids Fun Corner Jokes: Why did the crocodile take the Stairs?

Answer - Because he missed the ele-gator A crocodile just bit off my toe!

Which one?

I don’t know, all crocodiles look the same to me.

What do you get if you cross a leopard and a bunch of flowers?

A beauty spot!

Playing With Words

Complete the word ladder by changing just one letter each time.

Example: CAT, COT, DOT, DOG. 1/ HOUR ____ a number ____ sometimes happens in sport ____ a young animal GOAL Look at the clues below and see if you can make new words by changing just one letter in each of theses words:.

1. Change DANCE into a kind of spear.

2. Change STORE into something near the sea.

3. Change SLEEP into an animal.

Put a different letter in front of each to make new words with the following meanings:

1. A female horse 2. Uncommon 3. Challenge Can you rearrange the jumbled letters into an eleven letter word for a small creature?

Parcel Trail Can you also use some of the letters to find three 5-letter words?

1. Month of the year 2. Danger 3. Jumped Can you find a fruit in the words below:?

ESCAPE ARTIST

Some letters of the alphabet are missing from the circle (right) Can you use the missing letters to find a bird?

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LOCAL COMMUNITY GROUPS DIRECTORY Community groups are asked to ensure that this information is accurate and up to date. Please notify the Editor of any required changes.

Justice of the Peace (JP) Michael Tubb, phone 5342 4395 Bunkers Hill Action Group MARES Inc. Contact Catherine Ross Contacts Sandy MacLaren 5342 0429 630 719 or current info at 4552 mares2008@live.com.au Haddon Badminton Club Melbourne Tramcar Preservation HRC, Beginners welcome. Sec/ Association.

Treas. Trudy Cutler 5342 4969 Sago Hill Road, Haddon.

President, Nathan Reid 5339 2939. Tony 5342 4642 Haddon Church of Christ Northern Community Centre Weekly service Sundays, 10 am, at Contact: Belinda Hynes 5342 7000 Haddon Rec Centre. Contact Pastor Woady Yaloak Athletic Club Peter Clegg and he can be Based at Haddon. Program details contacted on: 53427025 contact Peter Luke 5342 4995 No Limits’ Youth Group meets ROSS CREEK Sunday evenings-fortnightly at the Haddon Recreation Centre.

Ross Creek House Craft Group.  Elyse Wakefield: 0488 509 200 Meets Wednesdays 10-12am at for details.

Ross Creek Hall Contact: Lenny Haddon Concert Band 5342 0042 Practice at 7 pm Tues - HLC Ross Creek Playgroup Sec. Tim Scott 5336 3043 Second Friday 9.30 - 11.00 am at Haddon & District Community RCH . Contact Andrea 5342 House:  5342 7050 0045.

Fax 5342 7013 Email Ross Creek Public Hall coordinator@hchouse.org Info & booking: Stewart Cullen Haddon Cricket Club 0403 339 604 Paul Hodgetts 7 Harrow St Ross Creek Landcare Group Wendouree 3355 Vic meets bimonthly RCH Contact Phone: 5337 3855 Heidi Radovics 5342 0719 Haddon & Smythes Creek Ross Creek Scrapbooking Group Fire Brigade Meets 8 pm 1st Thur Day and evening groups meeting at fire shed Capt.Graeme Morris monthly. Contact Manya 5342 0076

HADDON

0409171115

Haddon & Smythes Creek Fire Brigade Auxiliary Meets 1.30 pm, last Wed each month at Haddon Fire shed, contact Simone Morris 5318 3231 Haddon Jnr Football, AusKick Andrew Dunn 5342 4024 Mob 0409 210 214 Haddon Kindergarten Tracey Stalker Director: 5342 4817 Haddon Landcare - info David Cutler 5342 4969 Haddon Lions Club meets 7.30 pm, 2nd Wed, meeting at LCH, & 4th Wed - dinner. Pres Ross Wiggins, Sec. Chris Rigg, 5342 4800.

Haddon Play Group Fridays.10.3012pm. Cost $3 per family at Haddon Community House. Contact: Christine 0431 451 836 Haddon Primary School. Principal Mary-Anne Moody tel 5342 4487 or 5342 4885 Haddon Recreation Centre Hall Ph 5342 4277 Enquires c/- Haddon School ph 5342 4885 Haddon Tennis Club. Contact Shaylee Young 0448806 359 Haddon Town Plan Group Sec: John Simpson (Sec) 5342 4514

Ross Creek Tennis Club President: Tanya Cullen 0418 586 528 Ross Creek Reserve Committee Chairperson-Stewart Cullen 0403 339 604

SMYTHESDALE/ SCARSDALE “The Well” Smythesdale Business, Health & Community Hub Phone: 5321 1500 Illabarook Football (at Smythesdale) Neale McKay 0417 138 075 Illabarook Junior Football (at Smythesdale) Chris Baker 5342 8600 Illabarook Netball (at Smythesdale), Seniors and Juniors Lee Prentice 0419 362 159 Newtown Cricket Leo Griffin 5342 8598 Scarsdale Community Co-ordinators Kath Bellette 5342 8763 Prince of Wales Masonic Lodge (Smythesdale) 2nd Sat at 7.30 pm (not Jan) Sec Phillip Perrin 5342 2238 Scarsdale Country Women's Assn (CWA) Sec: Maxine De Jong 5342 8619

River of Life Ministries Services Sun 10.00 am at Happy Valley Hall. Tel 5344 7413 or 53447477 Scarsdale Presbyterian Church Services every Sunday 8.45am Tel 5334 28509 Scarsdale Town Hall. Users/hirers please contact Belinda at the Scarsdale shop 5342 8500 Dales Landcare (Scarsdale and Smythesdale) Contact Dianne & Michael Moylan Tel 5342 8629 Smythesdale Catholic Church St Mary’s Mass Sat 7.30 pm weekly. Fr John Keane PP. Tel 5344 7360 Smythesdale Recreation Reserve Secretary Mick Ellis 5342 8523 Chair Brad Gray Bookings Alan Patton Ph: 53428134 Smythesdale Homecomer’s Assoc. (est. 1923) Secretary: Don McMaster  5335 8662. President: Reid Macgill  5342 8563 Smythesdale Rural Fire Brigade Secretary Greg Parker 0401 216 944 Ass Sec: Tammy Schultz 0407 472 688  Auxiliary: Veronica Perry 5342 8382 2nd Tuesday of the month.  All welcome.!

Smythesdale Cricket Club Mick Ellis 5342 8523 Smythesdale Adult Riders Club President: Jacquie Smith 5340 6521 Secretary: Ian Milne 5344 8440 Smythesdale & District Pony Club. Contact Shane Simpson (President) on 5342 4411 Smythesdale Cemetery Trust PO Box 21 Scarsdale 3351 Secretary Rosemary Angus 5342 8855 Smythesdale Playgroup Contact: Ruth 5342 8752 Smythesdale Public Gardens Committee: President Dennis Ross 5342 8676, Secretary Bill McNeill 5342 8752 Smythesdale Progress Assn.

Secretary Bill McNeill 5342 8752 President Dennis Ross 5342 8676 Smythesdale Sporting Club Mick Ellis 5342 8523 Smythesdale Tennis Club Barb Mittag 5336 0404 Woady Yaloak Equestrian Centre, Lords Road, Smythesdale.

President Liz Sayers ph 53 428 479 or mobile 0408 585 919.

Woady Yaloak Historical Soc. Smythesdale Meetings - Open Days:- each Wed 9.30am - 4.30 pm. except on the first Wednesday of the month when they will be open

from 1.00 p.m. till 4.30pm Email: wyhs@vic.chariot.net.au Visitors planning to visit the Society out of hours should contact the Society on 03 5342 8754.

Please note only open out of hours by appointment..

Woady Yaloak Kindergarten Inc. Pitfield Rd. Scarsdale Director Monica Wain Tel/fax 5342 8615 Woady Yaloak Rec. Facility - at Smythesdale, Secretary Mick Ellis Ph:5342 8523.

Bookings Officer Allan Patton Ph: 5342 8134

DISTRICT Diggers Retreat, Vietnam Veterans Information and Support Service.

Sebastopol  5336 0663 Enfield Forest Alliance Jim Brown 5342 0727 Heidi Radovics 5342 0719 Golden Woady Senior Citizens Inc (for over 55s) meet every Thursday at 2 pm, Linton Reserve.

President Doreen Ringin 5344 7474, Sec Lilian Hobson 5314 9559 Grenville Cricket Association Contact Col McKenzie 5342 2203 Linton & District Bowling Club President Craig Grenfell, 0409 956 326 Secretary Heather Lindsay 5344 7284 Pyrenees Shire Council Office in Beaufort tel 5349 2000 Snake Valley Community Newsletter, Alec Carson,  5344 9522. c/o Snake Valley General Store 3351, or alec.carson@snakevalley.com.au Woady Yaloak Primary School Principal Robert Dixon  Ross Creek Campus 5342 0478  Scarsdale Campus 5342 8514  Snake Valley Campus 5344 9274  Smythesdale Campus 5342 8565 JUSTICES OF THE PEACE Call Denny on 53424281 or 0419666860 or Michael on 5342 4395 Please check your groups listing and advise of any changes, promptly. The info rma tion provided s only accurate if groups regularly update their information.

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COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD Catholic Parish of Linton

SCARSDALE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Fr John Keane, Parish Priest 5344 7360

Operating since 1864

Mass Times St. Mary’s Smythesdale every Saturday at 7.30 pm

Service every Sunday starting 9.45 am Mrs. Joyce Daniel ~ 5342 8509

St. Peter’s Linton Every 2nd Sunday at 9:00 am St. Brigid’s Snake Valley Sunday’s once a fortnight

HADDON PLAYGROUP NEW MEMBERS WELCOME

St. John’s Skipton every Sunday - check local times.

You’re all welcome

Anglican Church

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Each Sunday, we gather to worship God and enjoy

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each other’s company in either Snake Valley or Linton.

The service goes for about an hour and finishes with morning tea.

At Snake Valley we have a Kids' Club (Sunday School) and we use a mixture of traditional hymns and modern songs.

The emphasis is on friendship and all are welcome!

Linton: 1st & 3rd Sundays: 9.00am Snake Valley: 2nd& 4th Sundays: 10.00am More details: Phone Alice Knight 5344 7332

Haddon Church of Christ Golden Plains Northern Community Centre 396 Sago Hill Road, Haddon

Haddon Playgroup meet at the Northern Community Centre on Tuesday mornings from 11.00 am till 12.30 pm. It is not just the children who have a great time and learn new things, parents and carers also enjoy playgroup. they make new friends and meet new people they share their problems and successes with others they learn more about child development and new activity ideas for home they are able to spend time playing with their children they have FUN!

Cost $3.00 per family, BYO snacks.

Contact  Joan or Donna on 5342 7050

LINTON PLAYGROUP Every Monday ~ 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm Linton Recreation Reserve, Phone Kristy: 0419 116 788 HADDON CHURCH OF CHRIST The Haddon Church of Christ weekly Sunday service is at 10am at the Haddon Recreation Centre.

Worship Service Sunday at 10 am at the Haddon Recreation Centre Contact for information Ph 5342 7025

No Limits’ Youth Group meets Sunday evenings-fortnightly at the Haddon Recreation Centre.

Great Youth nights Elyse Wakefield Ph 5342 4750

RIVER OF LIFE MINISTRIES Pastor Iris Etheridge

Phone Elyse Wakefield: 0488 509 200 for details.

Invites you to join them in worshipping the Living God

Where?

Old Happy Valley Hall, Happy Valley Crossing Rd, Happy Valley New time of 10.00 am Sundays Enquiries to Pastor Iris on 53447413 or 53447477

SMYTHESDALE SENIOR CITIZENS SOCIAL GROUP Meetings are held at 1.30pm at The Well, Smythesdale.

Upcoming Dates: For information ring Laurel or Jim on 5342 8857

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COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD Haddon & District Lions Club ...is seeking new members to be part of worthwhile community activities & friendly social occasions.

You are welcome to come along to one of our meetings to get to know us.

Membership Enquires Craig Garrett - 5342 4350

Smythesdale Seniors Social Group We meet at the new hall each second Tuesday at 1.30pm.

We play cards, go out for lunch and trips.

Come along and have fun.

For more information phone Laurel or Jim on 5342 8857

BALLARAT TOWN CLUB Ballarat TOWN Club is a weight loss support group for those wishing to make life long changes to attain and maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle.

We meet Tuesday night at the Uniting Church corner Grevillia Rd and Webbcona Pde Wendouree between 6:30pm and 8:00pm.

For further information Chris  5339 6147 or 0438 260 456 Chris  43080233 GOLDEN WOADY SENIOR CITIZENS INC.

Activities include lunches, indoor bowls, cards and outings New members made feel most welcome.

Come along and join us!

For more details or for bookings please contact:Lillian Hobson on 5314 9559 LINTON & DISTRICT BOWLS CLUB

All general enquires for the Linton & District Bowling Club should go to the Secretary Heather Lindsay ph. 5344 7284, email brba@tpg.com.au

Attend ‘No Limits’ Youth Church/Group Contact Elyse Wakefield for details on 0488 509 200 or look us up on Facebook Attend ‘No Limits’ Youth Church/Group

SCARSDALE TOWN HALL HIRE Main Hall, Supper Room / Meeting Room for hire.

For further information contact Belinda at the Scarsdale Shop on 5342 8500

WOADY YALAOK HISTORICAL SOCIETY is located at ‘The Well’, Smythesdale.

Pop in for a visit.

LINTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY Meetings are held at the Resource Centre on the 3rd Monday of the month at 7:30pm.

Open Days are on the 2nd Sunday of each month from 1-4pm. Work groups are every Monday from 2-5pm (except meeting days and public holidays).

Contact Elyse Wakefield for details on 0488 509 200, or look us up on Facebook

NEED HELP? Beyond Blue Phone 1300 22 4636 or check out their website: http://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Mensline 1300 789 978 Life Line 13 11 14 Relationships Australia 1300 364 277 Kids Help Line 1800 551 800 Nurse on Call 1300 60 60 24

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TRADES AND SERVICES

MG & BM FENCING for all your town and farm fencing  Horse

Yards & Cattle Yards  Post & Rail  Farm Fencing

 Gates  All

size jobs

  Michael 0409 579 414 or 53448203

D & G BAKER EARTHMOVING SMYTHESDALE 10 Mtr Tipper, Bobcat with Trencher 5 Tonne Excavator with Augers

Please phone Daryl on

0488 428008 or AH: 5342 8008

Installs floating floors

Locally owned and operated

53449401

Western Highland Removals Furniture Removalist Victoria & Interstate 20 yrs experience

Terry Smith 0439 859 230

ADVERTISING THIS SPACE COULD BE YOURS! CONTACT THE WOADY YALOAK HERALD ON 5342 7050 OR VIA EMAIL ON woadyherald@gmail.com

Ken Knowles Painting 10 Miners Hut Road, Haddon Workshop: Shed 4, 22 Ballarat-Carngham Road, Delacombe  

B/H Mobile .....0418 523 594 Ph/Fax ...............5342 5186 AH Ph .................5342 5186 Free Quotes - Domestic - Commercial

ADVERTISING THIS SPACE COULD BE YOURS! CONTACT THE WOADY YALOAK HERALD ON 5342 7050 OR VIA EMAIL ON woadyherald@gmail.com

No job too BIG or small

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TRADES AND SERVICES

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0437 431 332

Grass Slashing

Gorse Mulching Reasonable Rates Phone for a Free Quote

Murdock (Len) McDonald Phone: 0439 655 475 or 5344 7388 Email: gorsegrass@iprimus.com.au

ARGYLE WATER CARTAGE      

Domestic Road works Pools Spas Stock Garden water

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Soil

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Scoria Pine bark Crushed rock Gravel Sand

Phone: Cliff on

0408 508 096

IF YOU USE ANY OF THESE TRADES AND SERVICES PLEASE LET THEM KNOW THAT YOU FOUND THEM IN THE WOADY YALOAK HERALD

ADVERTISING THIS SPACE COULD BE YOURS! CONTACT THE WOADY YALOAK HERALD ON 5342 7050 OR VIA EMAIL ON woadyherald@gmail.com

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TRADES AND SERVICES BALLARAT VETERINARY PRACTICE 1410 Sturt St Ballarat Tel 5331 1533 1329 Howitt St Wendouree Tel 5339 2266 Equine Clinic Miners Rest Tel 5334 6756

Visits clients’ homes in Haddon and Ross Creek on 2nd & 4th Tuesday, monthly Large & small animal consultation.

Appointments 5334 6756

Agents for:

Digital full colour & b/w copiers, printers, faxes (03) 5331 2129

Fax 5331 2511

27 Peel Street North, Ballarat, 3350

Digital copiers and equipment

Saturday & Sunday 8.30am to 4.00pm

Open 8.30 am to 5.00pm

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 Large range of quality stock  Native tubes and shrubs  Roses & advanced trees

41 Kopkes Rd, Haddon Ph 5342 4519

FARM FENCING    

Renewal, Removal & Repairs Tractor with Front End Loader Munro Post Driver Slashing & Clean Ups

Contact: Chris Briody Mobile: 0409 011 755 AH: 5342 0850

P & M EARTHWORKS Bulldozer & Excavation Hire    

 New Dams  Clean Outs  House Sites  Drainage

  Clearing of Gorse & Blackberry bushes etc.

  All general earthmoving

Peter Chettleburgh 91 Finches Road, Smythes Creek 3351  5342 5335 or 0408 415 569 Fax 5342 5334 FREE QUOTES

Federal Member for Ballarat

Catherine King MP

Standing up for our community Phone Fax Email Web

1300 131 743 or 03 5338 8123 03 5333 7710 catherine.king.mp@aph.gov.au www.catherineking.com.au

Authorised by Catherine King MP, 5 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat VIC 3350.

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TRADES AND SERVICES

jameswires@hotmail.com

IF YOU USE ANY OF THESE TRADES AND SERVICES PLEASE LET THEM KNOW THAT YOU FOUND THEM IN THE WOADY YALOAK HERALD

*We Need Your Help Please help us improve your community newsletter.

We need to know your stories and achievements. Help us by letting us know what is happening in our area.

Information, photos, suggestions of content would be greatly appreciated.

We can only make this newsletter as good as the information we receive. Whenever you utilise the services of our valued advertisers, please mention that you heard about them in the Woady Yaloak Herald.

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WHAT, WHERE AND WHEN

February/March 2013

GOLDEN PLAINS REGIONAL MOBILE LIBRARY Location

Day/Time

February 14th 21st 23-24th March 3rd 8th 9-11th 14th 17th 18-24th 21st 24th 31st

Valentines Day Chat & Chew luncheon, Northern Community Centre, Haddon, 12.30 pm Ballarat Swap Meet, Ballarat Airport Clean Up Australia Day International Women's Day Ballarat Begonia Festival at Haddon Community House at 7pm - free evvent St Patrick’s Day Cultural Diversity WeekWER Chat & Chew luncheon, Northern Community Centre, Haddon, 12.30 pm Harmony Fest, Alfred Deakin Place, Ballarat Neighbour Day

Haddon, Northern Community Centre

Wednesdays 3.00 - 4.00 pm Feb & March 13th, 27th

Ross Creek* SebastopolSmythesdale Rd, outside

Wednesdays 1.00 - 1.45 pm Feb & March 13th, 27th

Scarsdale* Lismore/Scarsdale Rd, outside Primary school

Thursdays 11.15 am - 12.00 pm Feb & March 14th, 28th

Smythesdale outside Business, Health & Community Centre

Thursday 9.00 - 10.45 am Feb & March 14th, 28th

Linton outside Shire Offices

Thursdays 1 - 2.30 pm Feb & March 14th, 28th

Cape Clear Lismore/Scarsdale Rd., opposite P.O.

Thursday 3 - 3.45 pm Feb & March 14th, 28th

* not visited in school holidays. Note: no service on public holidays

Golden Connections Community Transport Updated Timetable

Shopping Trips to Ballarat: Every Wednesday Pickups at Linton, Scarsdale, Smythesdale, Haddon.

Linton to Ballarat GPS, Linton Office 9.30am Scarsdale Shop 9.40am Smythesdale P.O. 9.45 am Haddon Community Centre 9.55 am Stocklands Wendouree - Norman St entry 10.10 am Bridge Mall Ballarat - Beechworth Bakery 10.25am Ballarat to Linton Stocklands Wendouree - Norman St entry 12.30 pm Bridge Mall - Beechworth Bakery 12.45 pm GREAT VALUE AND SERVICE For further information or home pick up contact Golden Plains Shire 1300 36 30 36 A $7 contribution is requested

Geelong Regional Library Service provides this service Enquiries to (TEL) (03) 5272 6010 (FAX) (03) 5272 6036 E-mail: info@geelonglibraries.vic.gov.au Web: http://www.geelonglibraries.vic.gov.au

Shire Office Locations

1300 36 30 36

2 Pope Street BANNOCKBURN Sussex Street LINTON

(03) 5220 7111 (03) 5344 6444

Community transport - bus hire, bookings, information.

5220 7144

Email address: Shire: Web page for the Shire:

enquiries@gplains.vic.gov.au www.goldenplains.vic.gov.au

Roads & Works

5220 7111

Ranger/Animal Control

5220 7111

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