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LONG-AWAITED plans for the development of the former Bendigo Mining Exchange will connect Pall Mall and Hargreaves Mall and bring the site back to its former glory. Developers Pall Mall Nominees will soon submit to council plans for the 146-year-old building that will include reopening Allan’s Walk between Hargreaves Mall and Pall Mall, a large, open-plan area on the building’s ground floor and reinstating the
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picturesque void and glass ceiling inside the building. Specialist heritage architects Williams Boag were commissioned to design the plans to revitalise the grand Charles Webb-designed Beehive building. Mr Webb also designed Melbourne’s Royal Arcade. Concept plans show two shop fronts on the ground floor in front of
the open-plan dining area. The first floor will be used for functions and small events that will be linked to the ground floor to encourage people to utilise the space. “We’re approaching this to revitalise the mining exchange with a very sympathetic view to its historical nature,” Pall Mall Nominees director Graham McMahon said.
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“We’re looking at it to bring it back to its former glory, to reactivate that part of the city with access through from Pall Mall to Hargreaves Mall.” Mr McMahon said the group was already in discussion with an anchor tenant for the main dining area, to provide “an offering Bendigo hasn’t got at the moment”.
In order to get the best out of what they describe as “an old and complex site”, the development group says their plans will again attract people to the ground and first floor spaces while keeping the building’s vitally important heritage features. The ground floor arcade will have a dramatically different look, with the removal of 20th century partitioning which has obscured the original Victorian period detailing including columns.
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The Weekly look at the local real estate market
New agent opens up BENDIGO’S newest real estate agency opened its doors this week, promising to bring an innovative, yet traditional approach to real estate, backed by a humble vision to establish an honest brand the local community can trust. Heard & Co. Real Estate is a family-owned, independent boutique agency specialising in residential sales throughout the Bendigo region. Founded by the Heard and Corradi families, the agency operates from premises at 1 Wills Street in the heart of Bendigo. Principal Greg Heard said the firm has a passion for dealing with people and property. Mr Heard embarked on his real estate career in 2006 and 12 years later brings a wealth of specialised residential sales experience to the Bendigo real estate market. With outstanding sales results achieved for many Bendigo families throughout his career, Mr Heard said his reputation has been built around integrity, accountability, trust, dedication and honesty. Justine Corradi has more than 20 years’ experience, knowledge and dedication working within
the customer service fields of hospitality, retail and real estate. Knowing the value of providing quality support in running an efficient office, Justine prides herself on her strong communication skills, exceptional time management and planning, along with a solid work ethic. Mr Heard said both he and Ms Corradi were passionate about providing a very high level of service that both sellers and buyers of residential real estate can rely on and trust. Backed by the traditional motto of “treating people as you wish to be treated isn’t a big ask,” Mr Heard said the agency offered a refreshing approach to selling or buying real estate. “Bendigo is a fast-growing regional city with so much to offer with a very strong community spirit,” he said. “Heard & Co. Real Estate is thrilled to be a part of this great city and we look forward to working with our community and the diverse residential real estate market Bendigo has to offer.” The Heard & Co. Real Estate team can be contacted anytime on 5409 3100, by email at sales@ heardandco.com.au or visit the office at 1 Wills Street, Bendigo.
NEW ON THE BLOCK: Greg Heard and Justine Corradi. THE amount and value of Victorian housing approvals have continued to show the nation’s highest levels of growth in what the state government says is a strong sign for the market. Australian Bureau of Statistics data released last week shows a 28.5 per cent increase of the value of housing approvals to $4.6 billion in November 2017, up 67.2 per cent over the year. The figure represents the greatest monthly growth in the value of total building approvals in the nation, with Queensland (15.4 per cent) the only other state to record positive growth for the month. The value of Victorian residential building approvals rose 47.8 per cent in November and 92.7 per cent over the year. Both the monthly and annual
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Housing plan in focus fordable housing, the provision of more housing in accessible locations, and that there be greater diversity in housing stock, with a focus increasing the supply of smaller houses on smaller lots. About 900 dwellings are established in Bendigo each year, and the city’s constant growth is expected to continue to support a similar number of new housing developments for the next 20 years. While 55 per cent of all households in greater Bendigo are occupied by one or two people, approximately 90 per cent of new
homes built include at least three bedrooms. The draft Greater Bendigo Housing Strategy was released in
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COUNCILLORS will consider the Greater Bendigo Housing Strategy Implementation Plan at their first public meeting of the year on Wednesday, January 24. The future direction of the city’s two major forestry plantations at Huntly and Crosbie will also be discussed, as well as the Greater Bendigo Public Toilet Strategy and the Ironbark Gully Public Space Corridor. The Greater Bendigo Housing Strategy was adopted in August 2016, and its key strategic directions include the promotion of more af-
the City of Greater Bendigo’s forestry operation is also set to be discussed, with the 152 hectare site at Huntly and the 87 hectare site at Crosbie coming under the microscope.
More than $1.28 million has been spent establishing and maintaining the two plantations since 1996, but there has been no budget allocation for their management since 2014, and all active management has ceased. A report to be considered by councillors at next week’s meeting states that forestry operations cannot progress unless regrowth is treated to allow for essential works to be undertaken, and that a failure to commit to these works will continue to impact on the quality of timber produced.
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Taine set for fun times at the open FOR most teenagers, the January holidays is spent relaxing on the couch or camping in the bush. But, for year 10 student Taine Lang, the break will see him take to the courts of Melbourne Park as one of 350 ballkids for the Australian Open. It’s a dream come true for the 14-year-old aspiring tennis star, who is one of only two from Bendigo to be selected from more than 2500 applicants. This year is Lang’s debut donning the bright orange uniform. “It is very exciting, and a great opportunity – not everyone gets selected, so it is very special to be put
in,” he said. Lang said is was nerve-wracking jumping on court for the first time on Monday. “There was a great atmosphere, which made it even better,” he said. In the full throes of the first week of grand slam action, Lang has already “ballkidded” for the likes of Uzbekistan’s Denis Istomin and Frenchman Gilles Simon, as well as been given the chance to learn tips that he can apply to his own game. “It’s pretty cool to see how they focus, and how they go about their game,” he said. The two weeks of centre court glory didn’t just happen overnight,
with Lang and his fellow ballkids having to endure a 10-month tryout and training program to ensure they were up to scratch to respond to the serves of the pros. “They had volunteer hitters there and we had to ballkid them, like a semi-reenactment of what we had to do in a match,” he said. Lang is already planning ahead to 2019’s tournament, hoping to again secure a place in the prestigious squad. “The whole experience has been great. I’m having the chance to learn a few more things about tennis, and it is fun as well,” he said. – Sam Kane
A LIST of 18 infrastructure priorities which could have a major effect on the Bendigo region have been outlined in a new document by council. Plan Greater Bendigo has prioritised the projects into four categories and identified through community consultation which of the projects residents want to see most. Council says the plan is the first of its kind for a regional city. Projects were selected on the basis they are consistent with local or state government policy, support economic growth and development, are in addition to services already offered by council, provide community benefit and have the support of other agencies. Plan Greater Bendigo aims to support a projected population of 200,000 people by the middle of this century and a regional population of 300,000. Investment in renewable energy topped the list with residents who responded to surveys, with the GovHub proposal to relocate government jobs to regional Victoria also drawing strong support. The document will go before council on Wednesday night, with a recommendation in the council agenda that the plan be adopted. The projects are separated into short, medium and long term categories within the document. The aims of the projects were to create an adaptable and innovative economy,
build healthy and inclusive communities, a stronger and more vibrant city centre and a resourceful and sustainable region. Big ticket transport items include the council calling for the upgrade of the railway between Bendigo and Kyneton, most of which is single track which restricts train frequencies and speeds, and the continued roll out of Bendigo Metro Rail. The Marong Business Park, Bendigo airport and Bendigo Law Courts are all listed as priority sites for further development, while a focus will also be put on connectivity for small towns and neighbouring regional centres. The document proposes a coordinated program of new school development to meet growing demand for education in the region and continued work at Bendigo TAFE. And the environment does not miss out, with planning for a renewable energy future, reimagining the Bendigo Creek and better using existing water resources all to be considered in the plan. The report provided to councillors describes Plan Greater Bendigo as being about how the delivery of infrastructure will help in better connecting and creating healthier, more inclusive communities, and strengthening existing employment and attracting new jobs and investment. – Joel Peterson
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Nursing boost A NEW course offered at Bendigo Health offers nurses the opportunity to specialise in a growing area of the field. A development program to support and educate new anaesthetic and recovery room nurses will be introduced at the hospital next month, and has six nurses enrolled. The program gives nurses the chance to move into the field of peri-anaesthetic nursing and is the only course of
its kind within the LoddonMallee region. Bendigo Health’s CarolAnne Lever said a particular need was identified in anaesthetics. “The expansion of surgery and change to the service model in the operating theatres created an opportunity for workforce development,” she said. The program was trialled at Bendigo Health last year and it is hoped it will attract
nurses to regional hospitals, including Bendigo. “The program will enable nurses to develop specialist knowledge and skills and through accreditation with La Trobe University provide credit points towards post graduate studies,” nurse educator Catherine Barnes said. Ms Lever said the development of the course is testament to the passion of interventional nurses to be leaders in the specialty.
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Heat sparks health alert
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HEAT health alerts have been issued for the second time in as many weeks as Bendigo suffers through yet another scorching series of summer days. The mercury is tipped to reach 43 degrees today after soaring close to 40Âş yesterday throughout much of the state, including Bendigo. At the time of going to print, Bendigo had reached a maximum of 39.1Âş yesterday. Despite the high temperatures, fire danger is not forecast to exceed very high in the Northern Country forecast district due to low winds. The mercury will drop slightly
to 38º on Saturday and 36º on Sunday, but the sustained heat has prompted a second heat health warning this month. Relief is set to come later in the day in the way of a southwesterly cool change, but authorities are reminding residents to be mindful of not only potential for fire but the health of themselves, family members and neighbours. Heat health alerts have been issued for the Northern Country and North Central forecast districts as the state braced for two days of extreme heat. A high pressure system has been sitting in the Tasman Sea to Victoria’s east, directing hot, dry air from central Australia into
much of the south east of the country. “There isn’t much rain with this system, just a few showers in coastal areas and in parts of Tasmania,� the Bureau of Meteorology’s Jonathon How said. “In the first weekend of January we did see very intense heatwave conditions over a very large part of south-eastern Australia which did break records. “Fortunately we won’t be seeing the same temperatures and fire conditions that we did see over south-eastern parts of the country, so we aren’t expecting any significant records to be broken. “It will be hot, however not as hot as we saw earlier this month.�
Bendigo recorded a maximum temperature of 41.9º on January 6, the hottest day since January, 2016. While across the state temperatures are not expected to be as warm, Bendigo’s forecast maximum of 43º would exceed that of earlier this month. The difference on this occasion will be the wind, which is not expected to be as strong as the gusty northerlies that sparked several fires to start the summer. But emergency management commissioner Craig Lapsley this week reminded people not to be complacent about the heat or fire conditions. The last time the temperature reached 43º in Bendigo was in Jan-
uary, 2014, amid the city’s hottest summer on record. The heat will again place stress on power supplies, but the Australian Energy Market Operator is yet to issue a warning for power suppliers. For every one degree over 38º, AEMO estimates an additional 125 megawatts of demand on the system in each state. The state’s chief health officer has issued a heat health warning, with people encouraged to drink more water, never leave anyone in a car, stay somewhere cool, plan ahead and check in on others. Those most at risk are older people, young children and people with a medical condition.
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toration works. The arcade connecting Pall Mall and Hargreaves Mall has been blocked off as the new owners and Williams Boag finalised designs and undertook preliminary works. Not only will the walkway be reinstated, but large spaces on the first floor of the building will be repaired to allow them to be used, as will existing staircases. The developers have worked closely with the council through the design phase, but are yet to submit the plans to the planning department. “We have worked very closely with council and they have been very supportive,” he said. More than $100,000 has already been spent
seeking Heritage Victoria approval, developing fire services engineering, mechanical, structural and electrical engineering and a detailed plan for removal of non-heritage components. Mr McMahon said the group is hopeful to begin work by the middle of the year. “We’re preparing permits as we speak, they’ll be in front of council as soon as we can get them there,” he said. “I’d expect that we might be starting before mid-year, hopefully April or May. “Firstly demolition work and by the time we’ve finished that we’ll have a tenant signed and we’ll be doing the fitout with the tenant in mind of course.”
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BENDIGO’S Sacred Heart Cathedral precinct will serve as a crucial test case for a council review of the city’s parking when a trial of timed parking in the area begins on Monday. Council this week announced that timed parking would apply in residential streets near the cathedral and Girton Grammar School. Several two-hour restricted parking bays will be installed for four months as council responds to concerns of the area’s residents. Council’s Caroline Grylls said the area was chosen due to high traffic volumes and the amount of people that use it for all-day parking. She said it was not a response to the proposed Aspire precinct, which was approved by council without the need for on-site parking. “It helped us identify a site to run the timed trial in,” she said. “So that’s really the only link to that project.” Local residents recently signed a petition to improve parking in the area, including Alan Ellis.
He told the Weekly “you would have to be naive not to make the link between the trial and Aspire.” Mr Ellis said that he believed resident parking permits would be the best solution for the woes of those living in the area. Ms Grylls said the area has significant commercial and residential pressures, as well as increased traffic during school times due to the nearby Girton junior school campus. “This particular precinct is one of those areas that has all the pressures on it all at once,” she said. ‘It’s got a busy commercial area, busy education centre, close to the CBD, there’s a lot of residents in the area, so it was just that one spot that is just that perfect storm so it made sense to choose that. “I wouldn’t say that there’s any one particular issue has the greatest impact, it’s more a cumulative issue from those things that I mentioned.” Council’s current policy allows residents with no capacity to provide off-street parking to apply for a permit, exempting residents from
time limits on parking. People with valid disabled permits will be permitted twice the amount of time stated on parking signage in the area. Council will seek feedback from residents during and following the trial period to inform the revised parking policy, which will cover the entire municipality. “There’s a lot of components to the parking services review, it crosses over disabled parking, resident parking permits, how much we charge for parking, the difference between timed and paid parking,” Ms Grylls said. It’s a really broad services review and this is just one small aspect of that. “It’s a significant review and it reflects the parking arrangements we have across the whole municipality, it’s not just CBD focussed, it’s issues beyond that. “But we will review the CBD parking strategy to make sure it is current, appropriate and reflects contemporary expectations.” Council says it hopes to have the review complete by the end of the financial year.
Have a say on Marong Road RESIDENTS are being invited to provide input into future work along one of Bendigo’s busiest arterials – Marong Road. A planning study is being undertaken by VicRoads which will allow for a better understanding to be formed of drivers’ future needs along the stretch. Almost 12,000 vehicles travel on the road each day with 39 crashes resulting in 52 injuries, 17 of them being serious, being recorded between 2012 and 2017. The planning study is expected to take
up to three years to complete, with concept designs anticipated come mid-year. “We want locals to come on down and have their say on potential changes to a road that many use every day,” Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards said. The drop-in session for driver views will be held on Thursday, February 1 from 4pm6pm at Bendigo Stadium. Those who cannot attend are encouraged to give their opinion online before midnight on Sunday, February 4 at engage.vicroads.vic.gov.au.
piles of trouble: Lisa Chesters with some of the NBN postal survey responses.
Survey reveals NBN woes OVERWHELMED is how federal MP Lisa Chesters describes the result of her customer survey on the NBN, and she’s hitting out a government plan to limit a system upgrade. The online and postal questionnaire has drawn more than 4000 responses, and shown some clear trends, with most complaints focusing on slow speeds, installation problems, and persistent dropout of service. Customers have also had problems with loss of phone service as an added problem of lost NBN. “It’s my biggest response to a survey,” Ms Chesters said. “Distance to the node seems to be a big issue, people are OK if they are close
to it, otherwise there are problems.” On the back of this result, Ms Chesters has condemned the government’s decision on Tuesday to refuse the upgrade of the NBN rollout across the Bendigo region to the superior fibre to the premises or fibre to the curb technology. “This is terrible news for the majority of Bendigo and central Victorian households and businesses who only have access to fibre to the node technology,” Ms Chesters said. FTTN connection uses fibre to the nearest neighbourhood node and then uses copper wire for the rest of the journey to consumer premises. Consumers who have fibre to their premises, fibre
to their building or fibre running down their street to the kerb are expected to be able to utilise the top speed plans. “This week’s NBNCo admission that three in four FTTN customers won’t get top speeds is not a surprise to central Victorian households and businesses,” she said. “Thousands of Bendigo electorate constituents responded to my NBN and internet survey outlining their frustration with slow, unreliable internet. “Many constituents and business owners have complained that the further they are from the node the slower and more unreliable the internet speed. Many are also saying that the NBN is slower than their former ADSL service.”
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Promising year for La Trobe uni are jobs locally but that you’re going to have a world-class qualification I think is really also important for our students.” Courses are appealing to many beyond Bendigo, with La Trobe’s dentistry degree boasting one of Victoria’s highest entry rankings at 98.9 and attracting students from across the country. Graduate entry international students are also arriving in coming weeks to study occupational therapy, physiotherapy and speech pathology. In a first for the Bendigo campus, programs in criminology and biomedical science were on offer for students, with almost 70 taking up the chance. “We try and introduce programs that we know are going to have local demand from students and employment opportunities at the end of them as well,” Mr Stephenson said. “It’s certainly an area where the skills that people develop and the knowledge they develop will be useful in a range of future careers.” The university is also report-
ing “quite strong enrolments” in its teaching courses offered in Bendigo. That comes despite a state government change in the required ATAR score for education courses and the introduction of a new personal attributes test for hopeful teachers, known as CASPer. Mr Stephenson said the introduction of the test may have affected some students selecting teaching courses. He said there was still a chance for those interested in teaching to apply, with a CASPer test being held before classes start. Works on the redevelopment of the Bendigo campus are also progressing, with new buildings to be “certainly... up and ready and fully operational for 2019”. New facilities include a “very significant increase” in the area of the library and student union as well as an engineering building incorporating one of the state government’s science and technologyfocussed tech schools, expected to be ready in late 2018. – Sam Kane
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AUSTRALIA DAY 2018
Mark a special day AUSTRALIA Day is set to shine across greater Bendigo, with a number of celebrations planned to keep the whole family entertained. Lake Weeroona, Axedale, Eaglehawk, Huntly, Strathfieldsaye, Maiden Gully, Mia Mia, Heathcote, Elmore, Junortoun, Kangaroo Flat, Golden Square and Goornong will all host events, organised by community groups and volunteers. In addition, 41 people from Iraq, Brazil, South Korea, India, the Philippines, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Myanmar, Israel, United
States of America, France, Cyprus and Thailand will become Australian citizens at a citizenship ceremony at Bendigo Town Hall. Deputy mayor Jennifer Alden said Australia Day was an opportunity for all Australians to come together and celebrate what they value most about where they live. “Wherever you are, whatever you do and however you celebrate, I hope you take a moment to reflect on how fortunate we are to live in Australia and especially greater Bendigo,” Cr Alden said. “Our community is a safe, inclusive place where all cul-
tures can come together to share in the joy of living here. “There are so many ways you can mark the public holiday – attending a community event, having a barbecue with family or friends, or splashing about at one of the local pools.” Cr Alden said it was also important to remember that some Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other members of our community do not see Australia Day as a day of celebration, and to be respectful of this. “Thank you to the many community groups that are helping to stage events across the municipality, your time and energy is greatly appreciated to ensure that we have a way of celebrating together,” Cr Alden said.
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Pools the spot to cool THE team at the Golden Square pool are gearing up to host a range of free festivities for Australia Day, encouraging all to get out and celebrate what they love most about their country and community. Volunteers will serve a free breakfast from 8am until 10am, have a free slide from 2pm, live entertainment all afternoon, as well as much more. President Bernadette Wright said the event would again be a day where members of the community could come together as one in a safe and family-friendly environment. “Years ago we applied for a grant through the
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City of Greater Bendigo for Golden Square’s Australia Day event, and since then it has continued to grow so we kept applying,” she said. “The day provides community connectedness and inclusion for all people.” The day comes at the end of a busy school holiday period for the committee of management run pool, who have seen 8613 patrons pass through the gates since 18 November – a near-2000 person increase on figures at the same time last year. “Our belief right from the beginning was always that once people saw the wholesome and welcoming environment for fami-
lies that our pool offers, they would come back,” Ms Wright said. “We try to cater to people of all ages’ needs. “Days like Australia Day allow us to open our gates, bring the community in, and show them what our team of volunteers have worked hard to achieve.” All outdoor pools across the municipality will open their gates for free, giving residents the chance to cool off from the heat. They include Bendigo Aquatic Centre, Bendigo East, Brennan Park, Elmore, Golden Square, Goornong, Heathcote, Kangaroo Flat, Marong, Raywood and White Hills.
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COLIBAN Water is carrying out the next stage of a raw water pre-treatment process upgrade at its Bendigo water treatment plant. This will improve the plant’s ability to cope with changes in the quality of the raw water supply. Infrastructure manager Corey Bourne said the construction of a twokilometre sewer pipeline was part of a pre-treatment process that was needed to enable the plant to continue to supply high quality drinking water to customers. “We installed a pre-treatment dosing system in 2012 and carried out a process upgrade in 2014 to overcome issues in raw water quality,” he said. “The quality of the raw water entering our plant has changed since the plant was built in 2002. The plant can source supply from our catchment storages near Kyneton through the Coliban Main Channel and also from our capacity share in Lake Eppalock. “With the construction of the Goldfields Superpipe in 2007 we have the ability to source water from the Waranga Channel and this water needs to undergo the pre-treatment process to control odour and taste, remove manganese, iron and color from the water.” Mr Bourne said the pre-treatment process creates more wastewater and the sewer pipeline upgrade is needed to cope with the increased discharge from the plant and avoid impacts to the overall treatment process. Works on the sewer pipeline started in December and will be completed by April. There will be no interruption to
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Plan launch for Marong A renewed Marong and Districts Community Plan will be launched by deputy mayor Jennifer Alden at the Marong Family Fun Day tomorrow. After similar plans in Maiden Gully and Axedale were launched last year, the plan sets out priorities for development in Marong and needs of the local community. Cr Alden said the plan was prepared by the Marong Community Action Group and the fun day was the perfect event to launch the plan. “Marong is a fast-growing area of greater Bendigo and it is important to ensure it becomes a vibrant community where people of all
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community. Marong Community Action Group also provided other opportunities for community members to come together and have their say about what is important for the future development of Marong and nearby dis-
“Priorities for the community include valuing and protecting the natural environment and setting of Marong, maintaining and enhancing Marong’s liveability, building a connected and safe community, ensuring transport in-
frastructure meets the needs of the community and supporting the implementation of the rural communities strategy,” she said. “Marong’s goals are in line with those set for the whole municipality and will help to deliver on council’s vision for greater Bendigo to be the world’s most liveable community.” The fun day will feature a pool party at the Marong swimming pool from 4pm until 6pm, followed by a community barbecue from 6pm to 7pm, then there will be a Bendigo Summer in the Parks free outdoor cinema screening of Despicable Me 3 at Malone Park from 7pm to 9pm.
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BENDIGO’S new tech school will be one of 10 across the state to benefit from a partnership announced this week with the CSIRO. The delivery of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education will be at the forefront of the new relationship, with CSIRO also working with the tech school to make their existing education programs available as well as providing specialist expertise. From this partnership, the new tech school will be able to create further connections with other industries, which will in turn inform programs offered. Programs are expected to commence from the tech school by term three of this year, with the building predicted to be fully operational by term four. It is being hosted at La Trobe University.
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Be Persuaded by Jane Austen’s era To mark the 200th Anniversary of the death of Jane Austen, Dressing Australia designed a rare exhibition bringing Jane Austen to life in original fashion of the era, and it’s here in Bendigo. The exhibition follows Jane’s life – and the unforgettable char-
acters she created – from growing up in the 18th century into the era most associated with her – the Regency era. The Be Persuaded exhibition features rare fashion, accessories and ephemera from the 18th century when Jane was born through
to the 1840s when Jane’s beloved sister Cassandra died. There is a 18th century silk gown, diaphanous Empire line frocks, spencers, capes and shawls, boots, pumps and stockings, bonnets and parasols. Gowns of the 1820s and
1840s, and a rare set of 27 hand painted watercolours tracking fashion from the 1790s to 1830 are on show. This locally developed exhibition is at Dudley House in View Street from 10am to 5pm Adult $10, children over eight $5.
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Algae a dog threat Water quality monitoring has detected high levels of potentially toxic blue-green algae at Harcourt Park, the council’s offlead dog park in Crook Street. Blue-green algae occurs naturally and can be dangerous to animals. Characteristic signs of swallowing water containing high levels of algae include nausea, vomiting and disorientation, and can lead to more serious health problems. City of Greater Bendigo council’s Caroline Grylls said members of the public were advised to keep dogs away from the water. “Pet owners are encouraged to continue to exercise and socialise their dogs at the park but be vigilant in preventing them from entering or drinking the water,” Ms Grylls said. The council will continue to closely monitor the situation at the park. Warning signs have been
placed at various points around the area. Caution should be exercised when near the water and people and animals that come into contact should wash their skin immediately in clean water. If your dog displays signs or symptoms of illness, increase monitoring and seek professional veterinary advice immediately. Blue-green algae are very small and can be present in water where there are no obvious signs of a problem. Visual inspections of the water cannot be relied on to determine the presence of high algae levels. Most blue-green algae blooms often disappear after a few weeks but when conditions remain favourable blooms can last longer. It is therefore not known how long algae will remain at high levels.
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Car fans gear up for swap meet THE Centre State Swap meet is back this weekend. There will be 300 sites at Lords Raceway, Junortoun with vintage
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Sites are available from 6am Sunday. Food and drinks, and a show ‘n’ shine of classic vehicles on show also will be held on Sunday. dry day: Dogs need to steer clear of the Harcourt Park water.
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FTER dodging it for a while, I found myself in a dentist’s chair. Of course I was expecting a lot to be done, but in the end it wasn’t too bad. The great thing that has moved on since I last attended is a Netflix screen on the ceiling, this is probably so the dentist can’t see it and be distracted. The last thing you want is the dentist watching the action scenes and drilling into the wrong bit. Subtitles were on too, so I didn’t miss any of the dialogue when the action became too noisy in my mouth. Anyway, if you have been scared in the past by a dentist, things have moved on. In my younger years I was tortured and terrified by dentists, I can only guess, but some seemed to enjoy the power at my expense, both physically and literally. Gone are the injections that feel they are done with 20 centimetre needles, all I felt on my last visit was the gentlest of touches following some numbing cream. That really is progress. All of the work was done with care and concern, and what’s more was explained to me before, during and after the event. I have actually been twice in the past two weeks, it’s almost like I am enjoying it. How Rebecca and Chloe can remain happy while staring into my mouth amazes me, but
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it’s all done with the utmost skill. To you out there who are good patients and regular attendees, this is old news to you, but to me it’s a revelation. Progress of the best kind. The whole culture has changed, no dark and dreary surgeries, bright lights and very clean is the order of the day, so distant from my horror trips to the school dentist in the 1970s which mentally scarred me. They have a lot to answer for. Of course I have been since, but the improvement was limited. Ahead of my recent couple
of visits I had barely any apprehension of the upcoming visit, previously I would have been quaking in my boots at the mere thought of it. Maybe I knew things would have moved on, as surely they must have, and I was right to be calm. Now I can’t say it would be my choice of the way to spend an hour or two, but if you have to go, you have to go, and it’s the perfect chance to catch up on the latest episode of your favourite Netflix drama, minus the drama in your mouth. - Steve Kendall Twitter@stevekendall1
AX Pry, Private Eye is a one-act play written and produced by Bendigo playwright, Sarah-Jane Fawcett. Set in Chicago during the early 1940s, the story follows Max Pry, a detective who aspires to be the greatest Private Investigator (like his heroes, Same Spade and Phillip Marlowe). There’s only one problem... Max is a terrible detective. In fact, the only case he’s ever solved, discovering the hideout of notorious gangster, Frankie “The Cruncher” Pavlov, in a downtown laundromat, was purely by accident – even detectives need clean clothes once in a while. So when Max’s boss gives him an ultimatum that could see him demoted, Max teams up with some
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I fail to understand IN mid-July 2003 I became a member of the planned activity group (run by the Bendigo city council). This gave me a complete new outlook on life making new friends, going on trips, having lunch out at various places along with concerts and many other great activities. It was a great activity to look forward to each week, giving many of us a day out and gave relief in many ways to family members and carers. However, it all came to an end last May (2017) when the National Disability Insurance Scheme came to Bendigo and a small number of members were asked to leave due to the council not being an NDIS provider. This has been devastating for most of us along with family members, carers and not forgetting other organisations who have been very supportive over many years Some have found other interests and have moved on, but for others it has left a significant gap in their life not being among friends by having that day taken away from them, that has been included in their weekly routine over so many years. After so many months I still fail to understand why the council has not taken on the NDIS, especially after the launching of the Disability Inclusion Reference Committee in September 2016, which has done so much for the disabled in enhancing greater access and helping them to achieve their potential. Lyn Hartland, Bendigo
Salvos’ New Year message THE Salvation Army has been overwhelmed with the incredible outpouring of support and generosity from the Australian public with our Christmas Appeal
raising $15 million to help those in need. We have been heartened to see our community unite and give hope where it’s needed most. For many people in Australia and around the world, 2017 was a year that was filled with adversity and challenges. Sadly, The Salvation Army continues to see an increase in people facing hardship, distress and crisis. With all of life’s injustices, it can sometimes be hard to hold onto hope. So as we enter the New Year let us prioritise empathy, respect and compassion for one another, never underestimating the power these qualities can bring to those in need. Let us renew our commitment to persevere and help those who are suffering, empowering them with love and hope. And let us not underestimate the influence we all have to make a difference in the lives of others. Leigh Cleave, communications and fundraising director, Salvation Army
Show stealer WHY is City of Geater Bendigo mayor Margaret O’Rourke claiming “hosting Neil Diamond was a significant coup for Bendigo” when in fact Sutton Grange winery is in the Mount Alexander Shire and the appropriate permits needed to be granted from Mount Alexander Shire Council to host this event. I guess it actually cements Mount Alexander Shire’s position as a destination for the arts, culture and events. Stop stealing another councils’ glory Margaret. Shaye Mulhall, Kangaroo Flat
No surprise IT doesn’t surprise me that the O’Keefe Rail trail extension project (past Heath-
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cote) has jumped the queue to appear on the government investment “wish-list”. Despite 10 or 30 year plans for infrastructure funding, a rail trail will always trump a local project for local ratepayers. The poor usage of the trail is also no surprise, but the audacity of council does. That could also be said of the vote on the Aspire project. Such contempt for the residents near the cathedral by waiving the parking requirements is shameful. I hope the objectors take this to VCAT and win. Helen Leach, Bendigo
Grandmothers’ protest OVER the past two years, the Grandmothers Against Detention of Refugee Children Bendigo has had an information stall and a children’s activity at the Australia Day celebration at Lake Weeroona. But not this year we no longer feel we can fight for
the rights of one group of children, those seeking asylum from trauma and war, while ignoring the historic trauma and current discrimination experienced by another group, indigenous children. While we absolutely support the concept of a day of celebration of our wonderful country and all her peoples, we do not think it is appropriate celebrate on the anniversary of the British invasion, which, for many people, is a day of mourning rather than one of pride and joy. We don’t expect our small protest will make a big difference. We understand and accept that not everyone feels this way and we hope for an eventual resolution which works for all Australians. We also know and accept that many other proud Australians will have lots of fun and recreation on January 26 while celebrating our lucky country. Di O’Neil Convenor GADRC Bendigo
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UNDOUBTEDLY, it seemed like a good idea at the time, but as time passes by, most Australians hopes and dreams have been quashed by the NBN train wreck. When it comes to the National Broadband Network, there are the haves and have nots – the digital divide between those who have a decent NBN connection and those who don’t. Worse still, a lot of us do not have it at all. Many households report that their internet speeds and experiences have actually declined since they signed onto Australia’s largest infrastructure project. If this was a business run by ordinary Australians, it would be out of business. The NBN has meandered from one disaster to another in the past few years, and at each change in direction, the company looks for yet another silver lining, but it’s credibility is waning just as much as its promised speeds. This is a project that has suffered enormously from political interference and opportunism. The audacious goals originally set by the Labor party when it unveiled its plans for a brave new world where probably never going to eventuate, and certainly not for anywhere the cost proposed. Fibre To The Premises (FTTP) technology was to be employed to about 93 per cent of Australian households by 2021, for an expected price of about $43 billion. But late in 2013, a series of highly critical reports pointed to an almost $30 billion blowout in costs, a sign of things to come.
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IF Bendigo, and indeed the world, is to continue to develop and grow as one, full of diversity and togetherness, then we as a people must embrace and build the notion of community, and all the possibilities it entails. That feeling of community, and acceptance within one’s own, can either make or break a society, and is one of the paramount differences between turmoil or triumph, fear or friendliness. It can bring people in, help people to work together, and in turn mean better outcomes for all. It can also inspire others to kick into action, and believe that anything is That feeling of community ... can possible. Movements either make or break a society fuelled by happiness, rather than by hate, are much more successful ple should stand for, and should be in liberating towards a better out- working towards for our futures. come for all. I believe, though, that Bendigo, Within our local setting, there at the moment isn’t at that state. are countless examples of everySure, while we may have had day people working in response to negativity similar to this in the past, a concern, to make and build that we have grown above and beyond feeling of harmony for the wider any point of eternal reckoning, and population. have learnt how to be accepting, They do it – usually unpaid, for welcoming and loving, and to not a love of the place that they come give in or bow down to hate. from, and a want for everyone else The job we have now, though, – men, women and children, to is working hard to make sure we also feel safe and secure, and free never give up being who we are from feelings of uncertainty. as a city, and in fact condemn all Communities inspire, invoke the traits that oppose us moving passion, and provide hope for the forward. future. They connect people, and It is up to each and every one of bring those who may have been us to show who we are – good, genisolated and alone, out to meet new erous and giving people, commitpeople, and find their place in the ted to being the best that we can. world. If we can do this, then we’ll be However, it is when others try able to face and conquer anything, and stop individuals and groups and anyone, who tries to take us from working towards the com- the other way – just as we’ve done mon good, and instead pump out before.
Editorial Comment It’s largely forgotten now by the more recent failings of the project, but in April 2011, NBNco was forced to withdraw its tender for the project because although up to 14 companies had submitted a price to build the new network, their prices were deemed too expensive. And while comparisons in the media of internet speeds achieved around the world continue to highlight our nation as one that lingers well below the standards for internet service expected, Australia has its own set of challenges and parameters such as low population density that make the comparisons a bit unfair. But there is no denying Australia’s NBN experience has not been good enough. This week’s confirmation that Fibre To The Curb technology once proposed for parts of Bendigo yet to connect to the NBN is actually not going to eventuate is just another letdown to this community, and many others across our nation. Ever changing deadlines for promised delivery no longer shock or disappoint Bendigo residents, because they have become accustomed to this project’s pitfalls. Our government has made a mess of this project, but its reputation is not the only one to be sullied by the experiences of countless Australian businesses and households.
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hate and negativity, which in fact instils more uncertainty in the very notion of community that is trying to be created. They cancel out all the gains, and instead try to overwhelm. In that sense, we get a counterproductive effect. On the one hand we have inspiring, enthusiastic people, working towards social harmony, yet on the other, people who want to disturb the way forward. If these people gain traction, it is them which take control – inevitably sending our world backwards and creating a new normal. This is unhealthy, and goes against everything that we as a peo-
BAD CONNECTIONS: NBN fails to deliver. The organisation charged with delivering the project, NBNCo itself, is also complicit, but it has also had its hands tied by the rollout’s inadequate resourcing, the bickering and over promising nature of political leaders who have leapt at the many opportunities to score political points that have also chipped away at the public’s confidence. It’s no wonder Bendigo federal MP Lisa Chesters says she is overwhelmed by the response to a survey about the NBN initiated by her office, but it’s even more disappointing. The failure of the NBN project is perhaps the most expensive billboard for the shortfalls in our political system that have seen taxpayers hoodwinked by political parties that for one reason or another fail to comprehend the concept of true costs, project management and accountability.
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T would be quite fair to state that Frederick Wilhelm Kraemer was a mining company share speculator of the first order. He had never forgotten the area of German Gully on the south side of Diamond Hill where he had made his first pile in gold digging, then later selling supplies to the diggers. The local Deutscher Verein, which was officially inaugurated on September 5, 1869, had seen Kraemer’s active involvement from its very beginning; he was a good networker serving a term as president. When analysing the companies in which he invested and speculated, it is clear that most of them had some German connections in their make up. The southern extension of the New Chum Reef was referred to as the Belle Vue Reef, Kraemer had been involved having bought an 18th share in the Helvetia Company which in 1867 combined with a group of neighbouring companies to form a much larger enterprise. In the same area of the field was the Christmas Reef Tribute Company, unfortunately it did not sparkle as the name might suggest. Not far distant to the aforementioned was the Morning Star which had its operations on the Big Hill and Thistle reefs, it too was not financially successful, Kraemer held one 14th of these shares. Work on the Carshalton Reef by the Hero Quartz Mining Company was to prove to be short lived, however the shares were sought after at one stage, did Kraemer sell when they were high? Another also less than spectacular company was the Sondrio, the mine manager being Charles Gambetta, Kraemer was one of this company’s directors. He also held one third of the shares in the Lady of the Lake Company, this proved to be short lived affair as its directors had decided to amalgamate with the Walter Scott in May 1872.
BIG BUSINESS: Mining share traders gather at the old Shamrock Hotel.
Kraemer owned half of this company. Frederick’s son August was the manager of the Extended West Carshalton Company in which Kraemer held a one sixth interest; progress in shaft sinking was being recorded during 1872. In the Stewart’s Ellesmere Black Lead Tribute Company of which one sixth of the shares were Kraemer’s, he was also chairman of directors. Stewart’s was being mined through an agreement with mining entrepreneur Clarke Magee, it being adjacent to a well known, very successful German owned mine that of Phillip Bonati, this augured well for its prospects. Stewart’s Black Lead was within sight of Fortuna. Over the brow of the hill to the north, Frederick was also involved in the Hope Tribute located on the eastern side of Victoria Hill, this company’s legal manager was Ludwig Scholtz, he also served on the Board of the Lutheran Church. Largely because of Scholtz, Kraemer was induced to invest in the Beaconsfield Company at Reedy Creek. Charles Quin was the legal manager of 52 companies in 1872, including the Lady Louisa Company in
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S a community we celebrate the good things in life during the summer holiday season: family relationships; gifts; food and festivities; and the values of joy, goodwill and peace. We look for some relaxation and relief from the busyness of the year. But post Christmas can be a time when the expenses, pressures and high expectations can cause tensions in families to deteriorate into stress and conflict. Especially for parents who are separated or divorced, dealing with the emotions involved in sharing their children during the holiday can become very intense, and hostility can escalate. Competitiveness or conflict can show up by parents trying to outdo each other with the size or number of gifts, or making child-sharing arrangements as difficult or inconvenient as possible. When these conflicts are not resolved, the children are the ones who are harmed the most.
It’s important to remember that children need to hear that both parents love them, and that they need to be able to love both parents. So it’s essential that each parent avoids making the other parent ‘the bad guy’ and themselves ‘the good guy’. After separation or divorce, children still need exactly what they needed before – emotional security, consistency, protection, encouragement, and the support of trusted and loving parents. Adults often need a skilled person to help them deal with the tensions and emotions involved in separation or divorce, so that their children can be co-parented with minimal conflict. CCS Family and Relationship Services provides Family Dispute Resolution, as well as individual and group-based services for families dealing with separation and divorce, and individual and couple relationship counselling. For more details, phone 5438 1300.
EXERCISE: The key to a better life.
New year, new classes
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LTERNATIVE Fitness Bendigo’s Karin Herrmann has recently qualified to teach Dru yoga. Dru Yoga is based on flowing movements enhanced by direct breathing and visualisation. “It works on body, mind and spirit – improving strength, building a heightened feeling of positivity, and rejuvenating your whole being,” Karin said. “It is designed to be practised by people of all abilities, fitness levels.“ A 2006 Australian yoga survey showed that more than 86 per cent of people who practiced Dru Yoga were better able to handle stress, 84 per cent experienced a decrease in back pain while up to 90 per cent of participants noticed greater flexibility of the joints and spine. A class consists of activations to warm the body followed by flowing sequences, body preps, postures, breathing techniques, relaxation, and meditations. The other new class is Tube Training. “Resistance bands are a great addition to any strength training routine or rehabilitation program,” Karen said. “It looks after all the major muscle groups and improves your posture. It’s also lots of fun. Research indicates in order to have a long and active life, the biological indicator is to increase your lean muscle mass and the easiest way is via resistance training. Tube Training classes include a brief warm up, tube training learning exercises for each muscle group, with stretching in between each set, before ending with a relaxation session to unwind. Free come and try sessions will be held next Wednesday, January 24 at 5pm and Thursday, January 25 at 9.30 am. Please book as numbers are limited. Phone Karin on 0428 663 489 or email: kherrmannafb@gmail.com
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ENDIGO Tile and Carpet Court are the only local outlet selling the popular Agnews’ ceramic hearth tiles, ideal for recreating fireplace surrounds to perfectly complement various period settings with a selection of translucent glazes in heritage colours. Hearth tiles, a critical but often under-valued component of the fireplace aesthetics, fulfils a vital role in the overall visual presentation of your fireplace. Although usually associated with classic and period style fireplaces, a Hearth’s contribution to the modern form of fireplace can be equally as effective. Matching or contrasting Agnews’ hearth tiles can also be used in the side panels of
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fascias and inserts to carry on the decorative effect. Agnews also offer a selection of printed decorative feature tiles and hand finished tubeline motifs, which can now be odered right here in Bendigo. Bendigo Tile and Carpet Court open Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings, are home to one of the most extensive selection of tiles for all your tiling needs. All at prices that cannot be beaten including the complete range of Johnson floor and wall tiles and stunning Italian Ceramiche Piemme tiles. Bendigo Tile and Carpet Court, 32 Humme Place, just across from Hume & Iser Home Hardware. Phone 5443 1011.
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ENFIELD Blind and Curtain Cleaning and Denfield Cleaning Services have all of your cleaning needs wrapped up. They clean everything and are receiving rave reviews from many happy customers. “We not only clean and repair your curtains and blinds, but can clean your windows while we’re at it,” Sam Hamiliton said. “We have very experienced and qualified staff who love their jobs and making your home sparkle again. “We offer weekly, fortnightly, monthly, one off and exit cleans – ready for new owners or tenants. “One real estate agent sent us an email a
week ago after an exit clean, saying he was very happy with the standard of cleaning by our company and we find it hard to come across really good cleaners to recommend to tenants. “With any clean, we can clean anything you like - walls, ceiling fans, filters, vents, dishwashers, ovens, clean, strip and polish floors, clean carpets and with Rod having over 40 years experience as a qualified, award winning carpet and vinyl layer, you want to trust someone who knows textiles in your home.” For all of your cleaning needs, give Sam a call on 0448 531 056 or Rod for curtains and blinds on 0439 132 021.
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Mr Rental – for more than you think
T Mr Rental Bendigo customers are often surprised at the range available as they are always adding new products, such as the latest phones, computers and televisions. “We have just added some new furniture that is right on trend, so if you have just moved into a new house or want to freshen up for the new year you should check out our new furniture range online at http:// online.flipbuilder.com/dclz/xrze,” Mr Rental’s Daryl Glewis said. Why buy when you can rent with no up-front outlay with flexible payment options to suit your budget with free
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THE Castlemaine Ballet Academy is a friendly and inclusive environment where all students are welcomed and nurtured. It has passionate, qualified dance teachers with years of professional performing experience who enjoy building strong beautiful dancers. Small classes offer the chance for individual attention. Miss Kate said one of her favourite things about running the academy is watching students develop from shy beginners in to confident performers. She enjoys helping students to identify personal dance goals, and then guiding them to reach their goals. “Seeing the joy in students’ faces as they dance and helping anxious students to develop the confidence to do their first ballet exams, and seeing how proud they are afterwards is very special,” she said. “When I am watching the students as they perform onstage in the concert, they tease s me about looking over to the stage manager’s desk and seeing me with a huge grin on my face. et “It’s good to see how happy the senior ballet d girls are when they get their first pointe shoes, and stt then perform on pointe in the concert for the first time. Miss Kate is inspired by the students’ skills to
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Bendigo Jailhouse Rockers Club Inc. We meet Monday Nights from 7.30pm-10pm St Andrews Church Hall, Myers Street, Bendigo
Our current lesson range include: - Rock’n’Roll (7 week course) - Swing (7 week course) - Partner & line dancing every 2nd Thursday evening Non Members $50 per 7 week course includes lessons from 7.30pm to approx. 8.30pm A light supper is supplied, then social dancing until 10pm. Social Nights follow each course, a great opportunity to socialise and practice what you have learned. We conduct 5 major dances per year including a 3 day festival in October. All Ages Welcome. No Partner needed
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LM Dance School is about building confidence, keeping fit, learning new skills and making new friends. Our classes are a mix of Contemporary, Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop and Funk dance styles, conducted in a relaxed, non-competitive environment. Term Commences Monday, 29 January The first week of Term 1 is a free trial for all new dancers. Please contact us to book your free lesson today!
Our next dance course is Rock n Roll Commencing Monday 5th February Contact: Glenda 0467 664 820 or Liz 0448 016 787
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FROM THE BIBLE LUKE 3: 21,22 When all the people were being baptised, Jesus was being baptised too. And as he was praying, Heaven was opened and the Holy spirit came on Him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from Heaven, “You are my Son, whom I love, with you I am well pleased.”
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Victorian Art Silo’s, 6 towns & Cruise 3 Days – Feb 3rd, 4th & 5th 2018 $445 p/p t/share - single $120 extra 14th & 15th Feb. Echuca, Pokies Plus -$109 Cruise & Morning tea - Cheese, Wine, & Choc. Strawberry Farm- Afternoon tea 14th-18th Feb. Barooga Country Music Festival Bright, Beechworth, Milawa, Yackandanda March 19th - 4 Days - $495 - Book now! Echuca Markets, Cruise & Beer Shed includes BBQ Spit Roast Lunch - Jan 21, 22 Echuca Valentine’s - 2 days Feb 14th & 15th Warnambool - Feb 12th - 5 Days $795 July - Kangaroo Island - ENQUIRE NOW!
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Children’s check Please call David on 1300 675 893 to apply or send email to: HR@acares.com.au
EMPLOYMENT CHEF & RESTAURANT MANAGER A Japanese restaurant is looking for an experienced Chef and a Restaurant Manager to join its expanding business in the local area. Applicants with relevant experience and a can-do attitude are encouraged to apply. Annual salary from $55,000-$60,000 will be offered upon successful application. Please send your CV to: orientalhousedinner@gmail.com
TRAINING & EDUCATION
Across Australia there is an ongoing need for qualified and skilled carers in Aged Care and Disability. Do you have what it takes to support and care for others? Partners in Training can give you the skills to become a valued Carer. Partners in Training Australia would like to offer you an opportunity to enrol in a nationally recognised qualification.
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support Training is delivered one day per week in Bendigo CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support Training is delivered one day per week in Maryborough CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support Training is delivered one day per week in Bendigo (it will include medication competency) CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability Training is delivered one evening per week in Bendigo CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health Training is delivered one day per week in Bendigo. Completion of these courses may lead to employment as a Carer or Activity and Lifestyle Coordinator in Aged Care or Home and Community Care. These courses commence in February. A current national police check is required. Skills first funding available for eligible students. An Information Enrolment session will be held as follows: When: Wednesday 7th February Where: Royal Freemasons Address: 61 Alder St Kangaroo Flat, Bendigo For further information or to book your attendance please contact: Phone: 1300 664 601 Email: info@pta.edu.au RTO Code 21837
www.partnersintraining.edu.au
BRICKLAYING No job too big No job too small Ph 0417 127 131
CARPENTRY
Specialised Joinery, Cabinet work, and Furniture repairs. Prompt service. Ph David: 5447 0775 M 0421 919 149
CLEANING & CARPET
TRAVEL
DRIVER Experienced HC truck driver with F/Lift licence required for immediate start. Duties are varied with country and some metro. Warehouse picking & packing and some relief work for drivers on split shifts. Training provided. Vic Roads printout and police check req. Genuine applicants only need apply. allstatelogistics@ bigpond.com 5443 0300 0428 552 030
GEOFF THE BRICKIE with over 40 years experience, can assist you with all your bricklaying jobs, such as letterboxes, brick on edge, & repairs. Ph Geoff on 0438 509 890
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overnight shifts available
· Drivers licence and vehicle essential · Willing to undergo a Police and Working with
Services Offered
We are seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to work at our local Japanese Restaurant. Successful candidate must have relevant experience. An annual salary of $60,000 will be offered upon successful application. Please email your resume to: johnwright0218@gmail.com
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
EMPLOYMENT
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Cleaning, Steam clean or Dry clean $50 first room, $10 per room after that Ph 0439 374 389 Receipt & ABN supplied .
COMPUTER SUPPORT In Home Reasonable Rates 7 days Extended hours Ph Shaun 0400 811 880
FREE Pickup/Return Service from: Bendigo Railway Station, Eaglehawk, Golden Square, Kangaroo Flat & White Hills
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EXTENDED TOURS 7d Phillip Isl. & Bellarine Pen: Mar 3 ..………........………… $1950 5d Great Ocean Road: Mar 19 …....……………......……….. $1350 5d Opera On The Harbour: Mar 29 …………............……..… $1795 15d Tasmania Autumn Tour: Apr 9 ............................................ $4895 11d Tasmania: Apr 13................................................................ $3895 9d Sth.Aust Hidden Secrets: Apr 16 ……..………......…….. $1450 3d Batlow Cider Fest: May 18 …..............…..……………… $665 3d Jamala Lodge Safari: May 30 ……….................... Ask At Office 9d Coffs Harb./Port Macquarie: May 31 ....…..……………..$1895 13 Day Outback Experience: Jun 10…….....…….............…. $3495 6d Sparkling Sth East Coast: Jul 2 ……………….....……. $1495 9d Quintessential Coast (Syd-Bris): Jul 7 ……....………… $2895 10d The Great Brisbane U-Turn: Jul 15 ……………........… $2695 15d Northern Territory: (shorter options available): Jul 31 ... $5850 10d Red Centre: Jul 31 …………………………...……… $3950 19d NT & The Ghan: Jul 31 …….........………............……. $9895 10d Alice Springs – Darwin: Aug 5 ……………….………. $4740 22d West Coast Aug 13 ……….....................................….. $8950 12d Darwin - Broome Aug 13.................................................$6350 15d Broome – Perth: Aug 20 ……...........…………….…… $6500 20d Wonders of WA: Sep 6 ……….......................………… $6600 20d WA incl. the Indian Pacific: Sep 6 ……................……...$8785 7d Perth & WA: Sep 6 ……………….…….................…… $3300 9d Flinders Ranges: Sep 25 ……………................………. $2795
INTERNATIONAL TOURS Includes flights & most meals
*10d Norfolk Goes Country: May 17.............................................$4200 *14d Treasure of Sth Africa: Jul 2.............................................$6985 *15d Jewels of Alaska: (Rocky Mountaineer opt. avail.) Aug 26 .........$8995 *Prices based on Twin Share (other Options available)
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LAWN MOWING, WHIPPER SNIPPING
$35 per hr / $30 pen (inc. take away clippings). Delivery of Garden Products Spraying (Roundup) $35 per hr/ $30 pen Rubbish Removal $80 per load/$70 pen (incl tip fee $35) for 7x4 square box trailer. Mattresses $20
NO tyres or rock/clean fill. Cash only
Ph Mick 0407 448 249
PLASTERER EXPERIENCED LOCAL PLASTERER
Rates from $40p/h Pensioner 10% Disc. • Holes Patched • Renovations • Painting
PJ TAYLOR
5446 1422 0448 713 499
Local Classifieds $3.25 per line
CONCRETER
Paths, Driveways, Cross overs, Sheds, Small & big jobs, Reasonable rates. Seniors Discount Free quotes. Ph. 0422 424 348.
AXE CREEK CONCRETING
New & old shed floors, Excavation work, Paths & Driveways, big or sml
PH 0429 395 985
CONCRETING
Cameron Concrete Domestic & Commercial. For all your concrete requirements.. Call Rod 0400 611 016 Free Quotes & advice. 30 years experience
DD HANDYMAN & MAINTENANCE SERVICE All types of household jobs inc garden maint. Phone 0409 949 111
(5 LINE MINIMUM)
1300 558 385 Lic
PLUMBER 111684
Blocked drains Hot water units Bathrooms, Kitchens, Treatment plants Maintenance Ph 0403 962 817
RUBBISH REMOVAL
Scrap Metal, Green waste or just general clean up. Tip fees apply. Current police check. Ph Paul 0401 418 108. ABN 88484579761.
SPRUCE IT UP
Gardening mowing whipper snipping, odd jobs, great rates Phone 0456 654 532
WONDER WINDOW
WOMEN CLEANING
EXCELLENT service, great rates. Ph Simone 0430 349 332
ANTENNAS
TV Tuning from $40 • Servicing Bendigo & Surrounds • Aerials & additional aerial points • Satellite & Computer Setups ps • Digital/Smart TV’s • Home Theatre, Wall Mount • DVD, Recorders & Foxtel • Installed & explained
Phone Ron on
5447 7823 or 0431 609 423
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Services Offered AIR CONDITIONING
TempTech BENDIGO
BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING
DISPLAY ADS
AIR CONDITIONING Servicing all of Central Victoria I Pensioner discounts
A full service ensures your cooler is running at optimal performance, and saving you $$$
Make sure you stay COOL this summer! Reg Licence No. 47315
Ph Nathan 0407 972 717 bendigotemptech@hotmail.com I www. bendigotemptech.com.au
BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING
Bobcat & Tipper Hire
Local Classifieds
LITTLE RIPPER Digger Service 1.6 Tonne Excavator, Trenching, Rotary Hoeing, Post Holes, Levelling 4 in one bucket,Tipper Hire. Ph: Glenn
0418 510 074
$7.40 per cm/col Price includes colour, scanning of images and clip art etc.
1300 558 385 classifieds@ bendigopublishing .com
BOOKKEEPING
Backhoe Trenching Post Hole Borer
Books 2 Suit U
BOOKKEEPING SERVICES
200 - 600mm diameter
Site Clearing Driveways Excavation Laser Levelling Rubbish Removal
Call Ron 0438 569 385
Matt” A “ Excavations and Landscaping Excavator, Tipper & Bobcat
l Hole Boring l Trenching l Drive Ways l Rock Breaker l Retaining Walls l Concreting l Site Cleans l No Job too small
My services are customised to suit your needs: Small/Medium Business,Trade Persons, Casual or monthly Rates l Trained in Quicken/Reckon, MYOB, Cloud Services. l Accounts Payable/Receivable l BAS Preparation and lodgement (Bas Prep & Lodgement by a Qualified BAS Agent) l Payroll/Superannuation Bank and Credit Card Reconciliation l End of Year Processes l Online Services/Backups
Qualifications: Certificate IV in Bookkeeping, MICB Email: admin@onthebooks.com.au Mobile: 0438095889
BendigoWeekly PUBLISHING 38,200 COPIES EVERY FRIDAY BUILDERS
Very Reasonably Priced - Great Soil Rates Free Quotes and Honest Advice Matt: 0409 141 093 • Nicole: 0428 119 386 E: nicmat2001@hotmail.com
BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING
DBM-1122 DB-U-28169
SOUTHERN CROSS RESTUMPING
CARPET CLEANING
DON'S CARPET, TILE AND GROUT CLEANING
Ph 0429 171 697 BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING
GARDAM E X C AVA T I O N
SEPTIC TANK SEWER TREATMENT PLANTS Supplied and installed PIC LICENCED
0418 508 993
Licenced drainer 31741
MIDLAND CONCRETING SERVICES PTY LTD Paths l Driveways l Sheds l House Slabs Over 25 years experience l Free Quotes Family owned and run Business
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PHONE FRANK 0417 377 957
MOVING OUT? WE HAVE A SPECIAL PRICE ON VACANT HOMES & UNITS NO POWER NEEDED
Phone 0428 443 808
NDIS, Workcover & TAC Registered
DECKS / PERGOLAS
GARAGE DOORS
BENDIGO
PATIOS AND DECKS
The specialists in covering from top to bottom l Patios l Decks l Carports l Glassrooms l Granny Flats l Aluminium Screens PHONE STEVE
0407 227 939
TRADE QUALIFIED CARPENTER
MENTION THIS AD FOR 10% OFF YOUR NEXT GARAGE DOOR SERVICE
DOORS
HANDYMAN SERVICES
DOORS DOORS DOORS LOCKS LOCKS LOCKS Bendigo’s Specialist Door & Lock Fitting Service
Call Richard
0417 502 709 ELECTRICIANS
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Jeoff Milne 5447 2476 Mob 0425 728 336
HOME MAINTENANCE
Tired of Waiting for a Tradesman 0418 507 709 A/H 5448 3333 REC 7821
NO JOB TOO SMALL • Carpentry • Tiling • Painting • Plastering • Pergolas • Decks
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electrical PROMPT S SERVICE C • FREE Q QUOTES O S•C CALL TOM
0417 095 544
CALL PETER 0409 422 271 Email: bhmpeter@hotmail.com
LANDSCAPING
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GARDEN SERVICES
MOWING & GARDENING
• Qualified tradesmen • Landscaping • Commercial and residential property maintenance
Specialising in Landscape construction GARDEN SERVICES
Stuart Erwin 0407 667 900 Cameron Rogister 0411 956 937
LANDSCAPING
• Removal of hard rubbish and garden waste • Rental clean ups/clean outs • Weeding and weed spraying • Trimming and pruning • Fallen timber and chainsaw work • Delivery and spreading of mulch, stone etc. • Little Tipper/Drive - Hire
on call computer maintenance • Systems built • Repairs and upgrades • Network and internet connections • Virus and Spyware removal
Central Victoria 13 11 98
Suite B 175 Lyttleton Tce, Bendigo greyarmybendigo@bigpond.com
ELECTRICIAN
Tiling Retaining Walls General Handyman Fix Ups
COMPUTERS
• Handymen • Cleaning • Builder • Floors • • Carpenters • Glazier • Fencing • Plastering • • Painters • Bathroom & Kitchen Reno’s • • Granite Benchtops • Paving • Plumbers • • Decking • Electricians • Ramps • Tiling • Pruning • Tree Lopping • Sheds & Pergolas • • Lawns & Gardens • Small concreting jobs • • Dingo machinery work •
GREG SMITH
Jack Hando 0467 642 504 Carports Concreting Renovations Decks & Verandahs
• Roller Doors, Sectional Doors and Motors • Blinds and Awnings • Zip Track Blinds • Roller Shutters • Sales and Installation
for your free quote
CARPENTRY
C CARPENTRY & MAINTENANCE M
0419 238 485
• Mowing • Whipper Snipping • Large Area Mowing • Large Yard Tidy ups • Weeding • Rubbish Removal • Gutter Cleaning • Gardening
Email: midland.concreting@gmail.com
Any Door Any Lock Anywhere
Ph: 0400 319 094 A: PO Box 304, Eaglehawk 3556 E: townsmith@bigpond.com
718 Strathfieldsaye Road, Strathfieldsaye
GARDEN SERVICES
Domestic Schools Commercial Business Owner Builders Builders
Building Permits Arranged + 20 Years Experience
• 1.7 Tonne Mini Digger on Trailer • 900, 450, 300mm Buckets Plus Ripper • Post Hole Auger 300 & 450mm available • 5 Tonne Excavator Available for Hire with Rock Breaker • Dry & Wet Hire Available • 7 Days - Mon-Sun
CONCRETING
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PAVING & LANDSCAPING by Phil Carman Paving & concreting Pool landscaping Retaining walls & fencing Decking and Outdoor living areas Lawn installation & watering systems Kanga light digging
PH: 0418 822 911
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FOR SALE
Services Offered PAINTERS / DECORATORS
ARMCHAIR, large, fabric, as new $350 Ph 5444 3799
Grant’s Painting Service
BEDROOM suite. 3 pieces, Large wardrobe, gents wardrobe & dressing table . 1950's era. $150 Ph 5443 1995
Get an ad THIS SIZE (2col x 5cm) in
Services Offered for a 10 week package $470 advertising Contact Jacinta on 5440 2514 or email classifieds@bendigopublishing.com
MOBILE BATHROOMS
ARE YOU RENOVATING? MOBILE BATHROOM FOR HIRE (Shower, hand basin, toilet etc)
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For all your painting requirements Residential and Commercial Internal and External repaints Reliable and efficient service by professionals Quality work at affordable prices -- Call for an obligation free quote --
0423 745 034
Email: grants.paintingservice@yahoo.com
TRIPPA’S T RIPPA’S P PAINTING AINTING SERVICE S ERVICE No O No Obligation bllig b ga attio tio ion Fr F Free ree Quote Quote uote uo e 10% FOR SENIORS 10% DISCOUNT 10 DIISC D ISC S OUNT OUNT OU NT F OR S OR ENIIO EN OR ORS RS S
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Suitable for • Renovations • Parties/Weddings • Sporting events and many more
0438 083 139 www.bettabathroomhire.com.au
PLUMBERS
Greg Hicks st same day Plumbing Fajosebrvtoicoesmall No
0448 701 138 • Licensed Backflow Tester • Blocked Drains • Burst Pipes • Septics • Gas Leaks & Gas Fitting • Hot Water Services • Roof Leaks • Renovations • Gen Plumbing • Latest Drain Cleaning Equipment QUALITY WORK AT THE RIGHT PRICE!
Local Classifieds To advertise in this section please call 1300 558 385
SPOUT CLEANING
CV Industrial Vacuum Services Reduce Fire Risk Spouts Vacuumed Spotlessly Pensioner Discounts Water Tanks Cleaned
Ph Paul 5439 3835 or 0428 395 429 * Fully Insured
SUBDIVISION • CIVIL ENGINEERING • LAND SURVEYING
Your local on-time Plumber • Air Conditoning Service & Repairs • Gas fitting & General Plumbing • Hot water - Gas, Elec & solar • Drains installed/cleared/repaired • Roof, gutter, d.p. & gutter guard Don’t put up with drips! • Taps, toilets, showers, sinks & more Use a licensed plumber • Quality professional workmanship FREE QUOTES guaranteed Lic No 37932
Ph 5446 1535
www.dunstoneplumbing.com.au office@dunstonebros.com.au
• CIVIL CONSTRUCTION • PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Ph: 0435 147 045 INFO@CSIENGINEERS.COM.AU WWW.CSIENGINEERS.COM.AU
TREE SERVICES
Peter Carr Plumbing & Gasfitting License No. 32710
A friendly, reliable, local plumbing team fully qualified in all aspects of plumbing
544 33 999 4 Nolan Street, Bendigo
38, 200 copies published every Friday classifieds@ bendigopublishing .com
PH 5440 2514
BLANKET/ Toy box, lovely timber one only $30 Ph 0408 590 830 BOSCH front loader washing machine, 7KG, as new, $300 Ph 0409 950 866
CARAVAN/CAMPING Microwave, 240v, with manual $25 Ph 0418 126 748 CARAVAN/CAMPING Shower Tent, as new, $25. Ph 0418 126 748 CARAVAN/CAMPING TV, 47cm, 240v, w/manual, $50 Ph 0418 126 748 CAR ramps, H/D, EC $20 pair 0408 590 830
CHAFF
Steamed, cut from sheaf hay, Excellent Quality. $12 a bag Ph 0429 434 646 AH
Tree Maintenance • Stump Mulching Hire Travel Tower • Tree Pruning and Stump Grinding • Tip Truck & Woodchipper Hire • Free Quotes (no job too BIG or SMALL for the Smith Family team)
David Smith 0427 506 160 e: dsmith.trees@gmail.com
FRIDGE Fisher Paykel, Active Smart, 519L, bottom freezer, VGC $395 Ph 0421 738 869. GOLF Clubs, power bilt Hybrid clubs, suit beginner, inc bag. $200 Ph 0418 126 748 HAIR Dryer Holder, wall mounted, silver spiral $20 Ph 0437 567 073 HARROWS competition dart board never used $10 Ph 5446 1310
HAY & STRAW Rolls & Little Squares. Delivery available Maiden Gully Ph 0438 373 291
HAY
Oaten rolls, net wrapped. Excellent Quality from $55 Axedale. 0428 590 023
JUKI
LACE Curtain, white, single window, new $10 Ph 0476 077 570 LARGE garden umbrella GC $10 Ph 5439 3054 LIFT Chair, fabric, as new condition $600 Ph 0434 609 393 LOUNGE suite, 3 seater + 2 recliners, fabric, EC $100 Ph 0429 323 886 MICROWAVE, Breville, as new in box, $95 Ph 0428 353 921 MIRROR, large, round. bevel edge. GC $50 Ph 5443 1995
CHEFS Jacket, large, XL. White, $30 Ph 0466 269 948
MUSHROOM COMPOST
CHESCOLD 3-way fridge freezer, Excellent condition $350 ONO Ph 5439 3284
$50 per metre. Minimum 5 metres. Free delivery to Bendigo area. Phone 0400 855 626.
CLEARVIEW towing mirrors, remote adjustable, as new, $250 Ph Sue 5439 7335
OFFICE Chair, beige/fawn, VGC $20 Ph 5447 8847
COLONIAL dining chairs (2) Baltic colour, $100 pair. Ph Sue 5439 7335
PANASONIC bread maker, $20 Ph 0409 175 052
CORDLESS Telephone, EC $15 Ph 0409 431 383
OLD cedar hinged clother airer $10 Ph 5439 3054
PEA STRAW $8 bale. Min 10 bales del. Free del Bendigo. Ph 5436 9156
MULCH
DOG Kennel, suit smaller dog, western red cedar $40 Ph 0487 733579
Quality tree and Stump Removal
ROCKING chair, Colonial, as new $100 Ph Sue 5439 7335
Sewing Machines & Overlockers - Bendigo Sewing Machine Service, 11 Adams St 5442 9705
· Tree Removal & Pruning · Green Waste & Stump Removal · Tower/Chipper/Bobcat /Tipper · Over 15 Years Experience · We Travel Anywhere · Free Quotes · Fully Insured
SMITHS
FREE MULLOCK Suit drystone wall, driveway, or creek wash out. Bobcat, Exc & Tipper avail. Ph 0428 507 846
CANOPY or tradies tool box 1910x2100x790, aluminumum cladding, paid $4900 sell $2900 ono 0459 483 869
DINING Extension Table & 6 Chairs, Rose Wood Color, VGC $850 Ph 0497 794 856
TREE SERVICES
FOR SALE
HIGH Chair, VGC, $10 Ph 0439 116 585
0409 289 700 5428 9312
www.juddstreesolutions.com.au
FOR SALE
CANOE (Seak) 3.6m, with trolley, paddle & life jacket $300. Ph 0418 126 748
AAA TREE LOPPING For Best Price Phone Jack Direct
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BIKE, 26", Jamis Ranger & Helmet GC $80 Ph 5447 8089
• Pensioners (Disc) • Full Insurance • (Prompt) Same Day Service
PLUMBERS
Pty. Ltd.
BIKE rack (x3 bikes) $60 Ph 0466 269 948
CAMP beds 2 for $10 Ph 5446 1310
SPOUT CLEANING
Lic#100122
BEDSIDE chest, 3 drawers, timber, EC $10 Ph 0408 590 830.
BSE college asst girls uniforms, Size 10 from $10 Ph 0409 740 272
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Call David/Bronwyn
Master Plumber
-- Victoria --
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DRAPES, blockout, cream, 90cm x 240 d, x 2, $45 Ph 0437 852 649 DRAWERS, two draw, black laminex $20 Ph 5447 8847 ELECTRIC Beds, King Single, full operation from $495 Ph 0408 571 794 FISHING/Tool bag, new, $5 Ph 0466 269 948 FISHING Worms, $10 for plenty Ph 5447 9127 FISH Tank, bottom storage, misc fish play equip $90 Ph 0487 733579 FREE 2nd hand Gal. iron Ph 5448 8523
Lucerne hay $7 bale, Pea straw $8 bale, Straw $6 bale, Can deliver or pick up Bendigo Ph 0427 304 600
GARAGE SALES
RUGS
•Modern •Traditional •Shaggy •Kids Play Mats Bendigo Sewing Machine Service, 11 Adams St Ph 5442 9705 SHADE Shelter, 3mtx3mt, VGC $75 Ph 0439 116 585
HAVELOCK ST BENDIGO off Arnold St. Saturday 8am - 2pm. includes Homewares, & Clothes, All must go. Bargains!
SIEVED TOP SOIL With Manure $35 per/m delivered local 3m minimum. 6m & 10m avail. Bobcat & Excavator to hire. Ph 5446 7105 or 0428 507 846
SILVER cutlery set, $80 Ph 0409 175 052 SINGLE Bed and Mattress $55 Ph 0484 138 303
30 MAJELLAN CRESCENT KANGAROO FLAT Sat 8am-1pm Moving Sale, Furniture, camping equipment, house hold item and lots more
SOFA Bed, muted dark floral $50 Ph 5447 8847
SOIL
Compost with manures and straw mix. Can deliver Bendigo Ph 0427 304 600
67 CURTIN ST FLORA HILL 8am - 2.30pm Saturday Moving sale, large quantiuty of indoor & outdoor items.
TABLE + Chairs set. 6 aqua chairs, with smoky glass & chrome table. As New, $200 Phone 0491 234 534
WATER TANKS AND DRUMS
3300 lt $690. 5500 lt $890. 2000 lt $495 2500 lt Slimline $790. Drums 200lt $25.
www.ebsary.com.au 161 McIvor Rd Ph 5443 6740
6
ROBBINS STREET EAGLEHAWK Sat & Sun 8am Clearing Sale, Woodworking Machinery, clothing, bathroom materials and lots more
TOMATOES
(Sauce) Romas & round $10 box 0400 779 774
TOP SOIL Lawn soil $35 p/m Garden Soil $45 p/m, includes local delivery 4, 6 and 10m avail. Garden rocks also avail. Phone 0418 306 548 or 0428 100 770 TRAVEL bag, canvas, wheels , handle, new, $40 Ph 0437 852 649 VICTA push mower, 6 months old, used twice, $50 Ph 5446 3402
MORAN STREET BENDIGO Sat 8am-12noon 2 Door Fridge, Solid Timber 5 pce Dining Set, Shirley Temple & Betty Boop Stuff & lots more
10 MACKENZIE ST BENDIGO Off View St, Saturday 8am - Midday, Sewing items, Fabric, Frames, Collectables Etc.
WESTINGHOUSE bar fridge /freezer, hardly used $80 Ph 0487 733579
MACHINERY SCARIFIER 3PL Massey Ferguson, 9 tine, with new reversible chisel points. $1100 Phone 0438 461 797
58 DAY STREET EAST BENDIGO Saturday 8am-1pm Unique potted plants, and beaded gift items. Bulb offer special. Bric a brac, and asst other items
CLEARING SALES PIANO HAAKE Full iron frame, Under Damper Piano, width 1400cm, height 1300cm Good Cond. $800 ONO Ph 5447 7057
SAYE AUCTIONS AUCTION CLEARING SALE
PLY wood x4 - 9x3ft, 7 ply, x3 9x3ft $60 the lot Ph 5446 1310
Brougham St Bendigo (Vic) Near Mundy St
POTPLANT stand, circular steel, 8 hoooks $45 Ph 0428 353 921
Viewing from 8.00 am Auction Starts at 10.00 am
QUEEN Anne single beds (2) $40 for both Ph 0409 175 052 QUEEN Ann Chairs x 2 $20ech Ph 0484 138 303 RADIO/CD/TAPE player, Panasonic, EC $45 Ph 0437 852 649
Cat Enclosures A fun, safe way for your cat to enjoy the outdoors Free Quotes to suit your budget Call Jim 0429 866 630
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Tuesday 30th January 2018
Signs and Flags out on the day. Approx 400 lots from 2 vendors, house hold
items, lounge, bookcases, fridge, shed items, bandsaw, cut off saw, drop saw, hand tools, yard items, chairs & tables, pot plants, garden tools, mowers, chainsaws, box lots of sundries and a number of lengths of rail line Visit our website ‐ www.sayeauctions.com.au for photos and T & C’s Contact Paul on 0447 067 651 FIND US ON FACEBOOK
classifieds@bendigopublishing.com
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WANTED TO BUY
WANTED TO BUY
ABOVE ground swimming pool ladder. Outdoor canvas sun blind. Ph 0427 418 613
WANTED to buy old batteries, copper & brass mag wheels Ph 5446 1191 or 0447 744 043
OLD bottles with town names or company names, Soda Syphons, Ginger beers, Marble, Milk bottles Etc. Single items or boxed lots. Cash Paid. Ph 0452 264 661
WANTED RIDE-ON MOWERS Dead or Alive 2005' onward. Ph 0408 427 451 after 5pm
OLD woodworking carpenters tools, planes and books etc for collector/user Ph 0418 510 727.
LocalClassifieds
$3.25
TRACTORS & farm machinery wanted. Going or not, cash paid, Ph 0429 393 221
per line (5 LINE MINIMUM)
1300 558 385
WANTED TO BUY
Bendigo Coin Shop Buying + Selling all: Coins and Notes Gold and Silver GUARANTEED BEST PRICES
POULTRY
SILKIES
Young & healthy, some Point of Lay from $25, some suit kids for xmas, from $15 Ph 5436 1373
CAVOODLE Pups, 8wks old, 3F, $2500 neg. M/C, Needles, Wormed, 95600000 - 6558173, 6445514, 6568604. Phone 0491 234 534 FERRETS young, pets or workers. $20 each Ph 5435 2578.
MALE chocolate Pedegree Border Collie, to good home only. Approx 5mo, M/C & injections up to date, great pet or farm dog, $650 Ph 0427 471 248 M/C 956000009510188
CRUSADER Pop Top Caravan 17 Foot 6, s\beds all cooking facilites, r/out awning $12,900 0408 571 794
BOATS
Gandalf
Kelpie Mix
Male Desexed, 4 Years
Boof is just that, big and boofy. He is ruggedly handsome but don’t be deterred by his looks he is quiet and affectionate and also a little timid at times He will love having a chat to you as he is quite the talker. If you are looking for a gentle giant come and spend some time with our Boof.
Boof
DSH
LOST YOUR DOG OR CAT?
THE RSPCA IS THE POUND FOR THE BENDIGO CITY COUNCIL.
Make sure your pets vaccinations and worming are up to date.
5441 2209 PIPER LANE, EAST BENDIGO
MON-SAT 10AM-4PM, SUN & PUB HOLS 10AM-12PM WWW.RSPCAVIC.ORG.AU
CARAVANS WANTED We buy and consign Repairs & servicing Bendigo Caravan Centre 164 Midland Hwy EPSOM Ph 5448 4800
LIVESTOCK
Gandalf is a sociable boy with energy to burn. He would be best suited to an active home where he’ll be able to go for lots of walks. Gandalf is sociable with most dogs and may be happy living with a friendly desexed female dog with a similar energy level. He will need a home with high secure fencing to keep him safe. Gandalf would be best suited to a home with no cats, livestock, or other animals.
84 Mazda Camper No Rego as is, needs work, good project, duals annex, VIN No SRTOE1502709 $1250 ONO Ph 0417 059 609
FREE to good home, 11mo Desexed Female Cat, Tortoise shell colours, Kid friendly, Ph 0437 585 253
Classifieds 1300 558 385
Neutered Male, 1 Year
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The country’s best hit town BENDIGO has been abuzz with the sound of leather on willow this week as the annual Bendigo Country Week cricket tournament got into full swing. Teams from across the state converged on central Victoria for the five-day tournament, played across three divisions. The Emu Valley Cricket Association was featuring in division one, while the Bendigo District Cricket Association’s colts side was the early talking point of the week. The Miggy Podosky-captained BDCA outfit recorded a mammoth total in its opening game against the nearby Upper Loddon association, smashing 3/387 from 50 overs. Mitch Winter-Irving was the star, the White Hills captain blasting 200 not out including 100 runs worth of fours and five sixes. He followed it with another century on day two, carting 109 and Podosky adding 57 not out but Bendigo lost to Swan Hill. Winter-Irving wasn’t the only batsman to cash in, with day two
seeing seven players ton up. Colac’s David Treweek belted 182 against Northern United but twin tons to NUCA duo James Harney (125) and Luke Bell (102) saw Treweek’s effort in vain, Gisborne’s Ben Way made 175, Murray Valley’s Liam Evans made 119 not out and Wangaratta’s Matt Casey made an unbeaten 100 against Red Cliffs. One of the stranger results was recorded in division three, with a tie on day two between Upper Loddon and Grassmere. Upper Loddon made 118 batting first after losing 9/27 in a collapse of epic proportions. Grassmere got to 5/107 before losing the last five wickets for 11 runs to be all out for 118 and tie the match. The EVCA won one of its opening two games and the Northern United association won both of its opening matches to be in a strong position heading into day three. Finals will be held at the QEO, Tannery Lane and Bell Oval today.
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IT may not include the element of frenzy of last year’s campaign but there is plenty of excitement among players and fans ahead of the second AFL Women’s season. And that excitement is shared between rookies and established stars alike. Just ask Melbourne captain Daisy Pearce. After a rollercoaster 2017 that included being the figurehead of AFLW, duties on TV and radio and a VFL premiership with Darebin, Pearce is busy preparing for the second coming of AFLW. Like many players, she has learned a lot between season one to two, and part of that has been the importance of stepping away from the cut and thrust of football. “Last year was just so full on and I’m lucky to have the opportunities that I do, but you do need to find time for yourself and find that balance,” she said. “Last year I put everything I had into footy, and while I’m still giving it everything I have while I’m training and playing I think it’s important to not let it dominate every second of your life.” Part of Pearce’s “down time” has been running several sessions with Sandhurst’s youth girls program in recent months. The 29-year-old has a Sandhurst connection through partner Angus, a defender in the Dragons’ 2016 Bend-
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ALL SMILES: Daisy Pearce at a recent training session with Sandhurst’s youth girls team. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN igo Football League premiership, and says she has noticed a difference in the amount of girls attending clinics as well as their skills. “It’s incredible to see 40 or 50 girls showing up to these clinics, all in their Sandhurst gear with their boots on and ready to go,” she said. “I grew up in Bright and I honestly thought I must have been the only girl that played footy. It just didn’t happen. There were no girls teams at all. “So for there to be such a change and to be a small part of that change is an amazing feeling and something I don’t take for granted. “Now girls are coming through and they are part of pathway and development programs and their skills are getting better all the time, which is a really exciting part of watching the
PADDLERS SHINE AT TITLES BENDIGO paddlers have returned home from the Australian wildwater championships with 20 medals to sit as one of the most successful clubs at the titles. Paddlers competed in the sprints, 3.5-kilometre classic and teams events. Maddie Batters retained her open women’s title in the rapid sprints and also got a silver in the classic event, while Casey Haynes placed third in U23 rapid sprint and second in the open teams sprint alongside Al Anderson and James Humphry. Cara Humphry brought home a gold medal for the schools sprint and another in the teams along with Imogen Douglass and Ashlee Illot. James Humphry recorded a first and two seconds in the U18 events and the open teams sprint, Douglas won the classic and sprint events for the U18 women and was named the Junior Female National Champion. Illott won gold in two under-16 events as part of the open women’s teams event, and debutants Balaea Collins, Charlie Wardrop and Liam Jacobson all performed strongly.
next generation of players.” Pearce has also found time to head back to work as a midwife one day a week, a vocation she was qualified in before the wide world of footballing opportunities came her way.
To be a small part of that change is an amazing feeling “It’s an opportunity to just enjoy doing that. I love footy and wouldn’t give it up for anything, but having time to do something completely dif-
ferent has been really valuable,” she said. Pearce has been joined at Melbourne by two players with a local connection this season, in Eden Zanker and former Bendigo Spirit basketballer Anna Teague. Zanker played with the Bendigo Pioneers last season before being taken with pick four in the AFL National Draft, and is an exciting part of the Demons’ future according to Pearce. “It was pretty tough on her early, she’d just finished high school and she had to move to Melbourne, didn’t know her way around at all and in a week’s time she was at AAMI Park for training,” Pearce said. “We’re just starting to see her get to that level that she can reach this year. “We’re all excited to watch that
unfold, I really think she’s going to be a great player.” And while there are less unknowns than in the inaugural season, Pearce says there is still a lot of unpredictability about AFLW version 2.0. “It’s still really difficult to get a read on it, just with the rate that clubs and teams are developing, I don’t think anyone really knows where it will go to,” she said. “Even last year’s form isn’t a great guide. I think with the short, cutthroat season it didn’t leave a lot of margin for error and you need a lot of luck in any season, but especially in seven weeks. “In terms of our team, it’s like a different squad with where we’re at this year, but I’m sure a lot of people are feeling that way. “I think the positives about our year last year was we got better as the year went on, we probably played our best game in the second to-last round. “The program and coaches set us up really well and now we can start turning that into a game style that is really competitive.” The AFLW season kicks off with Carlton playing Collingwood on Friday, February 2. Melbourne’s campaign starts against GWS.
Spirit announces review plan CALLS for future planning for the Bendigo Spirit have been answered, with the administrative body that oversees the club to conduct a full review of its operations following a wooden spoon finish. Coach Simon Pritchard made it clear after the season he believed the review was needed to find a way forward for the club, and the Bendigo Stadium agrees. Stadium CEO Nathan O’Neill announced the review last week, which he says will encompass all of the Spirit’s operations, from marketing to coaching. A wide-ranging restructure has been undertaken at the stadium in the past 12 months, with widespread staff changes. Despite the changes, it was a poor season for the Spirit, both on and off the court.
Crowd numbers and game atmosphere waned to almost lifeless levels this season, but could hardly have been inspired by the level of play on the court. Not helping matters was the league’s compromised schedule to accommodate the wants and needs of broadcaster Fox Sports, meaning Bendigo copped three straight Thursday night matches after Christmas. While the tenure of Pritchard will be the main talking point for many fans, O’Neill said the issues within the club run deeper than the coaching staff and roster. He said no stone would be left unturned in the review, expected to take several months to run its course. “We want to identify and focus on what is required to return the Spirit to once again being a dominant WNBL club on and off the
court,” he said. “We will benchmark ourselves against the leading WNBL clubs, with the aim of rising to their level. “We need to identify what success means, set a deadline to achieve it, and work out what needs to be done between then and now to make it happen.” He admitted the Spirit had been treading water financially for several years. Pritchard has said that the worst thing the club could do was spend to get to the top, preferring a slow build to success. O’Neill agrees, saying the review would be a guide to return to the top over the next decade, and include how to contend with the “aggressive approach for success” of other clubs. “The review will be a guide to return to the top,” O’Neill said.
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Buchanan continues good form GUN long-distance runner Andy Buchanan has restated his aim of running in national colours after another impressive win. The 26-year-old took the honours in the Mountain to Surf event at Lorne on Friday in close to race record time. Buchanan finished just six seconds off the race record, set by Australian running legend Steve Moneghetti. The win over the eight-kilometre course continues a sensational year for the Bendigo product, including a national 10km cross country title. He finished clear of two-time Olympian Collis Birmingham and Nick Wightman “I didn’t know my time was that close to the record,” he said. “To be sub 23 minutes it means a fair bit, Monners (Steve Moneghetti) ran quick here and he’s such a legend of Australian running so to be close to him it’s really good.” He said he still harbours ambitions to run for his country, which are only being improved by his recent form. Birmingham said Buchanan was far too strong. “Andy ran really well, I was with him up the first hill but then on the downhill he sped away and that was about it, he’s running well and hopefully we see
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WINNING EFFORT: Andy Buchanan. that continue on into the track season for him,” he said. Buchanan’s goals are firmly set on green and gold. “I’d love to make an Australian team that’s my next big step,” Buchanan said. “It’s quite hard these days because we’ve got a really big strength of distance running... It’s really tough to make the team for the Commonwealth Games and Olympic Games so hopefully maybe like a World Cross Team but I’d love to wear the Australian colours. “You’ve got to dream big, if you don’t have those aspirations you just get stuck being a good runner in Victoria but I want to be a good runner in Australia and competing for Australia.”
HOW many cricketers can say they played with Bradman and Waugh? Given the generational gap between the greatest player of them all and brothers Mark and Steve, in most instances it would be impossible to believe. But now a group of local representative juniors can one day sit down and tell the story of how they played alongside those famous names and not tell a word of a lie. The Northern Rivers under-14 side that has competed at the state titles this week in Melbourne contains plenty of talented cricketers, but when you look at the team list two names jump off the page. Not necessarily because of their talent compared to their teammates, rather their striking similarity with two iconic cricketing names. Bendigo United’s Bradman Constable and Rochester’s Waugh George are two players who clearly come from cricket loving households. “I was pretty sure of where it came from at the outset. Both of my parents played cricket, and it’s definitely from that,” Bradman said. The names may not have been inspired by both sides of the family though. “Dad’s a pretty big fan of cricket. I dunno about mum, she doesn’t really like it, but she drives me to trainings and stuff which is really good,” Waugh said. While you’d think Bradman would be a top order batsman and Waugh stationed in the middle order with the ability to bowl part time, their strengths don’t quite line
PROMISING PAIR: Waugh George and Bradman Constable with their U14 teammates. up with their namesakes. Bradman is an all-rounder, who bats near the top of the order but also bowls rather handy seamers, or as he terms it, “a few right-arm mediums”. Waugh took up a completely different tack. “I bowl leg spin,” he said. “I didn’t decide to because of any player, I just did it a bit and I enjoy bowling it.” While there is only one Bradman, Waugh admits he has chosen which of the brothers he’d rather be inspired by. “Steve. Definitely Steve,” he said. The clear cricketing influence on their names could for some be a
lot to live up to. But for this pair of aspiring stars, they’re just two more members of the team. “It’s a really good team and it’s a lot of fun to be around a different group and learn and train with different people and coaches,” Waugh said. “It’s really good. The coaches are great and so are the team,” Bradman said. “We don’t even have nicknames really. We just get called Bradman and Waugh, and that’ll do.” And while they have lofty standards to live up to in terms of the name, there’s little doubt that Waugh, Bradman, and their teammates, all have bright futures in the game.
Golden night for White Hills From Page 32 Miggy Podosky and match top scorer Adrian Cronin (27) then combined for 23 runs before Podosky was dismissed for 14 off 14. Nick Williamson came out and made a handy run-a-ball cameo of eight, the innings ending with Cronin being bowled off the last ball with 108 on the board. It was always going to be a tough score to defend for Bendigo United, who turned to the off spin of Howgate to open proceedings. He and Podosky saw off the challenge of Demons marquee player Brayden Stepien early, the Carlton batsman struggling to get going on the slow QEO wicket. He attempted to ramp McDermott in the fourth over, almost to his demise, before Grundy smashed a six over deep midwicket to start
CLOSE CALL: BUCCs’ Tyson Templeton shows his frustration (left) and White Hills’ Gavin Bowles survives a run out chance (right). Photos: ANDREW PERRYMAN the runs ticking over. With Howgate operating unchanged, Josh Thurston took up the attack in the sixth over and Stepien put the foot down, taking him for 11 runs off the first three balls of the over. Grundy then took 13 off the last over of Howgate and the Demons looked comfortable at 0/42 after seven.
That was until McDermott ripped through Stepien for 19 with the first ball of the eighth over as part of a rare T20 wicket maiden. Grundy fell for 23 in the very next over at the hands of Podosky, and suddenly Bendigo United were back in the contest. Tyson Templeton then picked up the key wicket of a scratchy Gavin Bowles for just 11, leaving
just Winter-Irving as a recognised batsman to occupy the crease. That he did, hanging around until the second last over when he was caught by Daniels at long off. That over was bowled by Josh Thurston, a gamble by Redbacks captain Harry Donegan that paid off. Irwin came to the crease and immediately got busy, scoring a run off every ball he faced including the
last ball boundary that got his side home. Winter-Irving said he hoped the win can get his side going in the longer form of the game. “It’s been a pretty tough year but I’m proud of the boys on their efforts tonight,” he said. “Hopefully this can give us some confidence heading into the back half of the season.”
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IT was billed as a match up of two unlikely sides and the Bendigo District Cricket Association Twenty20 grand final has produced just as unlikely an ending as White Hills won their first short form title in thrilling fashion. Rhys Irwin was the hero for the Demons in front of a big QEO crowd on Wednesday night, taking four wickets and hitting the winning runs off the second last ball to get his side over the line. White Hills chased just 109 for victory after a top order collapse from Bendigo United saw them placed precariously at 4/19 in the fifth over having won the toss and electing to bat. Irwin struck twice in his second over to take the first two wickets of the game, knocking over opener Chris Howgate and Tyson Templeton in quick succession.
He then added the scalps of Miggy Podosky and Adrian Cronin at the end of his spell to finish with 4/22, before making 12 off six with the bat when the side needed it most. “I had full confidence in Rhys to come in and finish the job for us,” White Hills captain Mitch Winter-Irving said of the man who replaced him at the crease needing 13 to win. That confidence was not misplaced, as Irwin combined with Josh Julius – who spent most of the time at the nonstriker’s end – to pass the target with a ball to spare. “We knew we just had to keep trying to run hard and turn anything we could into two,” Irwin said. “Josh did a great job at the other end and I was just lucky enough to get onto a few.” Irwin’s winning shot came through a power-
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