The Local Issue 199, September 28, 2020

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September 28, 2020 Issue 199 Mask mayhem

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September 28, 2020 Issue 199

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Front page: Some people just can't seem to get their heads around wearing a mask and it has Kyle ranting. Read his piece on page 21.

Mask mayhem

Cartoon: Glenn Robinson

The Local is a weekly community publication covering the Central Highlands. The next edition is out on Monday, October 5, 2020. Or online on Sunday, October 4 at www.tlnews.com.au Space bookings: Wednesday, September 30 Copy deadline: Thursday, October 1 Editorial deadline: Thursday, October 1 Managing editor | Donna Kelly General manager | Kyle Barnes Sub-editors | Nick Bunning and Lindsay Smith

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Local Lines Led Zep Beat

Da dah da dah dut dut The opening bars crank up and before long a whole lotta love comes squeezing through the crimped curtain pressed against the ten inch speaker of Grandma Beat’s floor-standing valve-driven AWA Radiola – The Fisk – This in the kitchen of her Bendigo home in Bakewell Street Grandma lets me twist the bakelite volume knob and I clockwise the tone knob too for a bass boost so the Page and Plant bulls can shake Grandma’s china till she shakes her head and smiles - Bill Wootton Bill still listens to Led Zeppelin at home in Hepburn Springs but Lez Zeppelin at the Palais last year was a bit too much for his old tinnitus-blasted ears. Poems for Local Lines come predominantly from a group of poets. However, other locals who would like a poem considered for publication can contact Bill Wootton - cottlesbreedge@gmail.com

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Harvest Cafe - Legends of Lockdown

ARVEST Cafe staff in Albert Street, Daylesford have been nominated as The Local's latest Legends of Lockdown.

"These lovely human beings have been nothing short of splendid in maintaining their happy and helpful service during these difficult months of restrictions and the impact on small business operators such as this. "Their decision to continue to provide takeaway hot drinks, meals and lovely salads as well as the tempting array in the sweets cabinet has been warmly appreciated by so many regular supporters who have found a welcome window of normality continuing quietly and sensitively during the pandemic. "To have been able, through it all, to continue to shop for fresh organic veges and fruit and other wholesome food items as well as beautiful organic teas and personal items has meant such a lot to so many. "Thank you, Harvest Cafe. Well done to you all. May post-pandemic smile upon you and may your mighty efforts be richly rewarded." Meanwhile, Legends of Lockdown nominations have officially ended, as the regions slowly come out of lockdown. But we will still be featuring a few more, as we get through all the nominations sent over the past months. And, if you really think we should be recognising someone, or an organisation, that has gone above and beyond, email anyway. This pandemic has shown, if nothing else, we all need to be flexible. Email: donna@tlnews.com.au

Council decision upheld at VCAT

“Ultimately in this case, I have found that the intensity of the proposal is such that it does not meet the mandatory neighbourhood character objectives at Clause 55.02-1 of the planning scheme. “Based on the hearing process and all the relevant associated documentation, I consider that the key issue CAT has upheld a decision by Hepburn relates to the intensity of the development in respect of Shire Council to go against its planning its impact on the neighbourhood character given the subject site’s existing physical and strategic contexts. officer’s recommendation and refuse a “The Tribunal must decide whether a permit should permit to build two double-storey dwellings at 2A Ruthven Street, Daylesford. The land is near Lake be granted and, if so, what conditions should be applied. Having considered all submissions, and the statements Daylesford and is about 1120m2. of grounds, together with the applicable policies and VCAT member Tracy Watson said she could provisions of the Hepburn Planning Scheme, I have understand permit applicant's “confusion and decided to affirm the decision of the Responsible disappointment” that the council did not adopt the Authority. planning officer’s recommendation. “The size of the subject site and its proximity to the “However, this is a de novo proceeding, which means that I must consider the planning merits of the proposal Daylesford town centre make it suitable for some form afresh, and it is open to the Tribunal to reach a different of appropriately designed and sited medium density housing. conclusion to that of the council planning officer.

“However, the intensity of any future built form outcome is significantly tempered by the special character of the lakeside environs as well as the topographical constraints of the subject site. The subject site has a particular sensitivity as it directly interfaces with the Lake Daylesford Reserve. “Overall, I do not consider that the proposal meets the neighbourhood character objectives at Clause 55.021 of the planning scheme, which are: To ensure that the design respects the existing neighbourhood character or contributes to a preferred neighbourhood character; and to ensure that development responds to the features of the site and the surrounding area.” The hearing was held on August 5 and the order, “that the decision of the responsible authority is affirmed, and in permit application PA 2222 no permit is granted”, was made on September 14.

EVERYTHING WE’RE DOING IS MAKING A DIFFERENCE Thank you Victoria. As hard as this is, every sacrifice we’re making is making a difference. But we can’t stop now, or lose everything we’ve worked for. We will get through this together.

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Swiss Italian Festa back on track for 2021

ORMER Australian House of Representatives speaker and Swiss Italian descendant, Anna Burke, has been appointed patron of Hepburn Swiss Italian Festa. The Festa, like most events, has been cancelled for this year but the committee is already busy working on its return in 2021.

President Robyn Rogers said the committee was also launching a refreshed website featuring Lliam Amor’s artwork with a whimsical alpine design on Monday, September 28. “As well as keeping people up to date with the Festa’s return in 2021, the site has information on the history and legacy of the Swiss Italians who settled in this region in the mid-1800s. “It will also feature stories about the great life enjoyed in the region today. swissitalianfesta.com” Anna is a descendant of the Adami and Rolleri families who arrived in Australia to find their fortune on the Victorian Goldfields. Striking gold, the Rolleris purchased Parma House and the nearby hotel, running a successful guesthouse for many years. The Adamis established vineyards, bringing a touch of their previous life to their new homeland. Anna’s maternal grandmother Nina Millman (née Rolleri, daughter of Ernest Rolleri and Kate Adami) entertained her grandchildren with tales of growing up in and around the guesthouse and vineyard. Ms Rogers said Anna spoke at a fundraising dinner last year, telling some fascinating stories about her family and memories of life in Hepburn Springs. “The Springs have been an important part of my life, since childhood visits with my grandmother, to recent visits with my own children. It has been a joy to see the area preserved, enhanced and thriving. The Festa has become a key part of the area’s history, a great opportunity for descendants to learn more of their heritage, for others to experience the rich culture, produce and beauty of the springs, and at the same time boosting the local economy. “I always love coming to the Festa, bringing my mum who has a deep connection to the place, catching up with relatives, experiencing a sense of belonging to a precious thing - that is what the Swiss Italian Festa means to me.” Ms Rogers said besides being a descendant of one of the first Swiss Italian families to settle in the area, Anna was a former MP and Speaker of the Australian House of Representatives, and continued to work in the government sector today as a Member of the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. “Anna has continuing ties to the area and a high public profile, both of which the committee felt were important in the selection of a Patron. “We are very grateful that Anna has accepted our request to be our patron and look forward to working with her throughout the coming year. Locals and visitors can expect a fantastic Festa in 2021 including traditional and artisanal food and wine, parades, performances, art shows, heritage tours, bocce tournaments and fireworks.”

Link: www.swissitalianfesta.com

VOTE 1 E: holcombe016@gmail.com M: 0418 322 578

JOHN COTTRELL

continuing to work for you in

Holcombe Ward

We’re extending the JobKeeper Payment until 28 March 2021. The Australian Government is extending the temporary JobKeeper Payment to the end of March 2021. From 28 September, businesses must meet the turnover test and submit their declarations by the 14th of each month. There will be two new payment rates – one for those who work more than 20 hours per week in the relevant period, and another for those who work less. The employee eligibility date has also changed to 1 July, meaning some businesses could claim for more staff. It’s part of our plan to keep business in business, and Australians in jobs.

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#Geesegate revealed: The wild goose chase

HE chase to remove the geese from Lake Daylesford started with an email query from Birch Ward councillor Fiona Robson on January 23, 2019, Freedom of Information documents show.

They also show a recommendation by Community Safety coordinator David George for “a front page newspaper article or similar for consultation” because “the removal of the geese will create a lot of public comment” was ignored. And in a query from council to Nigel’s Animal Rescue, which was paid $2750 to remove 29 geese and six ducks, about where the birds had gone, the contractor “did not provide any documents which contained the address of the property” and “advised that he does not know the actual address, only how to drive there”. In response to a query from The Local about the FOI documents, a council spokesperson said in its July 16 council meeting, Hepburn Shire Council resolved that it: acknowledges the community concerns and the impact of the domestic waterfowl on the ecological function of the lake; approves the removal and rehoming of the domestic geese and waterfowl from Lake Daylesford and the proposed community engagement plan; and approves the installation of signage at Lake Daylesford to reinforce the messages and encourage responsible animal ownership. Asked why the council had not followed Mr George's advice on a front page story or similar, the council spokesperson told The Local the council had undertaken engagement and communication activities. They included: direct contact with key stakeholders; social media following council determination; staff available to address community enquiries during relocation; post-relocation signage to be installed to reinforce the messages and encourage responsible animal ownership; customer service and other frontline staff having key messages; and consideration of the relocation and rehousing for posting on council social media to reassure community of a positive outcome. The Local has seen the FOI documents which were supplied by a number of people.The paper trail started with Cr Robson emailing Hepburn Shire Council CEO Evan King on January 23, 2019 saying: “I have had a number of people voice concern regarding the absence of swans at Lake Daylesford. Apparently there used to be many. There is a theory that the geese are scaring them away. Is this something that we are able to explore as part of our biodiversity plan?” On January 24, Mr King forwarded Cr Robson’s email to the council’s biodiversity officer Brian Bainbridge saying: “I’m not sure what the best way of responding to this is. I would be interested in your thoughts.” On March 6, Mr Bainbridge emailed Mr George saying: “After the positive response to removing geese at Daylesford lake (sic), I have been asked to supply a briefing for council on the issue for the April (sic) so will try to get this written up by the end of next week.” Two days later, Mr George replied: “Regarding any action for removal, I am unsure of the consultation that has been put forward already but I would recommend a front page newspaper article or similar for consultation. The removal of the geese will create a lot of public comment.” On March 12, Mr Bainbridge posted a question on the Local Government Biodiversity Network Special Interest Group website saying: “I am developing a brief to Council in response to requests from community to remove domestic geese from a public waterbody due to their environmental impact...there will be a significant community pushback and I would like any case to be well-founded. I have failed to find State or National information for domestic goose impact and it seems likely most experience with the species will be held by Local Government.” An April 2 briefing paper then went through the council’s internal processes. The paper's introduction said: "The purpose of this briefing is to identify issues and options for responding to community concerns on the impact on biodiversity of Domestic Geese present on Daylesford Lake (sic)”. The report stated that “the impact on visitor experience of geese threat displays to protect goslings during breeding season has also been relayed by community”. Under "What Happens Next" the paper said: "Pending councillor discussion and approval, a project for removal of the geese and associated communication plan will be developed for consideration." On June 28, Mr Bainbridge emailed Nigel Williamson from Nigel’s Animal Rescue saying "we are close to completing the process for approving the goose removal at Daylesford Lake (sic)”. Mr Bainbridge also provided a map of the geese removal area on the lake with the numbers and locations they tended to congregate. On July 15, the day before the council meeting to decide the fate of the geese, Mr Bainbridge had a conversation with native animal expert Tanya Loos following with an email saying he would be interested in bird data for Lake Daylesford including any on the diversity and abundance of native and domestic waterfowl and how this might have altered in the past few years in particular.

July 29, 2019 Issue 155 Ready, aim, fire...

The Local - The Heart of the Highlands The following day he emailed Roger Thomas, who writes for The Courier in Ballarat on environmental matters saying: “You may have noticed Hepburn Council is in the news regarding our proposal to remove a flock of Domestic Geese (and some domestic ducks) from Lake Daylesford. “I am interested in documentation or credible observations that support (or refute) community members’ anecdotal evidence of impact on native wildlife. In particular, interactions with Black Swans or other native waterfowl.” There is no record in the FOI documents of any reply from either Ms Loos or Mr Thomas. At the council meeting in Clunes on July 16, the decision to remove the geese was unanimous and on July 17, a purchase order for Nigel’s Animal Rescue was approved. On July 19, Mr Watson emailed infrastructure manager Bruce Lucas, Mr Bainbridge, Mr George and others, with an email marked “Confidential – Monday 22 July 2019” saying the geese rehoming would take place on July 22 and given the amount of interest to keep the information to themselves. On July 22 the geese were removed from the lake by Nigel’s Animal Rescue with the address of the property they were moved to “not provided to council”. Cr Robson said earlier in September that a number of people had raised their concerns regarding the geese at Lake Daylesford and when she received an official complaint she forwarded it Mr King and asked for a report to be brought to council. "I stand by the decision of council and still believe this was in the best interests of Lake Daylesford, the geese and the community as a whole."

Words: Donna Kelly | Image: The Local's July 29, 2019 front page

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Party on hold Hot spots check Be fire ready

RESWICK'S Park Lake has its 160th anniversary in October but celebrations are being held over until April 18 next year.

Friends of Creswick's Park Lake Botanical Reserve Association's Val Lawrence said the October 25 anniversary was when the land was given to the people of Creswick. Ms Lawrence said next year's celebrations would include a barbeque, birthday cake and plenty of native, flowering plants which were already on order. But the Friends, who spend every Wednesday morning at the reserve, are keeping even busier, selling anniversary calendars outside Creswick IGA and will be there this week from Wednesday to Saturday, from 9am to 4pm. There's also the chance to take part in a raffle. The calendars feature pictures from the park from over the past 160 years.

Acting CEO Bruce Lucas said the council was speaking with businesses and key agencies regularly to stay across all the impacts of the return of tourists to the shire and is ready to implement plans with businesses and community. “Council is actively monitoring tourism hot spots such as Vincent Street, Daylesford, High Street, Trentham as well as other popular locations around the shire. “With school holidays and the relaxation of travel restrictions for regional Victorians, our shire is already seeing tourists return. We are regularly talking to Victoria Police and other agencies about the options we have to ensure the Shire is COVID-safe when tourist levels increase. “We know there are people in our community who are concerned about any influx of visitors, particularly from Melbourne and that’s why we are continuing the planning work now to ensure we can safely build on the patronage of regional Victorians and be ready for when Melburnians return.” Businesses can contact the Economic Development team on business@hepburn.vic.gov.au or phone 5321 6122 for more information or to provide feedback to council.

Council’s Planning and Environment director Angela Hughes said everyone had a role to play in preventing fires and a well maintained property would help reduce the risk of fire to the community. “You can do this by cutting long grass and cleaning up fire fuels such as weeds, leaves and twigs around your property,” she said. You can reduce the risk to your home and property by: • removing any overhanging branches, and shrubs over one metre high next to or below windows; • keeping grass short, and clearing other combustible materials from around your home; • clearing roof gutters of any leaf litter; • maintaining any defendable space around your home; • ensuring rainwater tanks are accessible and full; and • ensuring you have a bushfire survival plan in place, that includes your pets, and practise it regularly. To help residents with the clean-up, council provides a free green waste drop-off service at transfer stations. Find out more at mrsc.vic.gov.au/green-waste Council, in consultation with local CFA brigades, will also lift the burning-off restrictions during October 2020 for land less than 4000 square metres (one acre).

LANNING is underway and tourism hot spots across Hepburn Shire Council are being monitored to ensure the shire remains COVID-safe. season.

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A soul journey Images: Brook McKeon & Jake Amy

OVID may have stalled fast-emerging, neo-soul artist Emma Volard’s plans to tour Victoria’s regional communities – including the Hepburn Shire – but it hasn’t stopped her from making music and launching her new single, Femininity, to rave reviews.

Inspired by artists Erykah Badu and Yazmin Lacey, Emma’s music fuses jazz harmonies with percussive vocals, creating a new expressive sound with a strong message on the female experience that she’s keen to share. Born in Melbourne, Emma spent her formative years on Phillip Island, joining a soul band at high school which sparked a passion for the genre. The open landscapes and natural beauty of Victoria’s southern region and trips to visit friends in Daylesford evoked her creativity and the imagery that infuses her lyrics and sounds. Returning to the city to study music at Monash University, Emma honed her craft. She began playing as many gigs as she could and, supported by a small cohort of talented friends, quickly gained a reputation for soulful lyricism and detailed instrumentation. Her music soon attracted invitations to play at major festivals including Brunswick Music Festival, Ocean Sounds, Isol-Aid Festival and Leaps and Bounds. “I’m still a small emerging artist but I’ve been very lucky,” Emma told The Local. Success also exposed her to the uglier side of Melbourne’s music scene. As a young woman she witnessed the exploitation and sexism which continues to besmirch the industry - and society in general – albeit in a more underhand way since the MeToo movement. “It’s less obvious now, but it is still very much there in microaggression and little undertones,” Emma said. “Often it’s stuff we don’t notice because we’re so used to it: being asked to smile more, to wear more feminine clothes and put on make-up.” A jibe by one particularly predatory photographer that he “usually takes photos of hot skinny girls, so this is out of my comfort zone” fuelled Emma’s latest single Femininity, a hauntingly powerful song that evinces the omnipotent force of the female gender. “We need to support women and all non-gender conforming people,” says Emma. “I want to show that we need men to be our allies not our gender’s undoing.” Locked up in her North Carlton home Emma, who hopes one day to perform at ChillOut, has used social isolation to continue writing, recording and performing online. “Having this technology has been amazing. It’s provided an opportunity for people with disabilities or who live in rural areas to watch live music. From a performer’s point of view, you get the chance to break the fourth wall a lot more and talk to the audience. “On the other hand, people’s attention is hard to hold, and the engagement is not quite the same. I can’t wait to get back to performing live and touring the regions as soon as I can.” Words: Jane Williams

The Hepburn Shire is a jewel in the crown of the Central Highlands. In these strange and difficult times we have so much to be thankful for. I wish to move forward after COVID with kindness and plans to care for our community, our businesses and our environment

Vote 1 Anne E Stewart Candidate for Birch Ward | Hepburn Shire Council A strong voice for Community and Country after COVID If you have any enquiries, I'd love to hear from you. Email anneestewart7@gmail.com or call 0408 550 945

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Candidates put their hands up for election

ORE than 2000 candidates have nominated for 622 council vacancies in 298 separate elections around Victoria next month.

As of the close of nominations, 26 of the 298 individual elections were uncontested, where the number of candidates is equal to the number of vacancies. Voters in these uncontested elections will not be required to vote. Meanwhile, in Hindmarsh Shire Council’s East Ward, an insufficient number of candidates nominated to fill the vacancies while no nominations were received to fill the single-councillor vacancy for South West Ward in Northern Grampians Shire Council. By-elections to fill the vacancies will be held at a later date. Local council elections will be held in Victoria by post in October 2020 with voters in each council receiving a ballot pack in early October. The roll closed for this election at 4pm on Friday, August 28 and candidate nominations closed at noon on Tuesday, September 22. Voting closes at 6pm on Friday, October 23.

Creswick Ward (2 vacancies)

Tim Drylie, Don Henderson and Stuart Jonas Holcombe Ward (1 vacancy) John Cottrell, Daniel McMillan, Bill McClenaghan and Juliet Simpson

Macedon Ranges Shire Council candidates are: East Ward (3 vacancies) Deborah Alford-Kerr, Geoff Neil, Bill West, Annette Death, Henry Bleeck and Natasha Gayfer South Ward (3 vacancies)

Hepburn Shire Council candidates, in ballot paper order, are:

Rob Guthrie, J. S. Amenta, Dominic Bonanno, Anne Moore, Adrian Gauci, Graham Hackett and Christine Walker

Birch Ward (2 vacancies) Fiona Robson, Celia Waldron, Lesley Hewitt, Jen Bray, Gary Carter and Anne E Stewart

West Ward (3 vacancies) Mark Ridgeway, Hayden Walsh, Jennifer Anderson, Janet Pearce, Wes Turner, Brian Wilson, Diana Abruzzi and Lenka Thompson

Cameron Ward (1 vacancy) Tessa Halliday, Dorothy Russell and Nicholas Ayres-Wearne Coliban Ward (1 vacancy) Brian Hood, Licia Kokocinski and Ethan Brown

Vote 1 Juliet Simpson - Holcombe Ward

Y name is Juliet Simpson. I am asking for your vote to represent you as your next Shire Councillor for Holcombe Ward. This will be an important election. It will be your opportunity to make a change for the better. In your interest and those of your local communities.

I am proud to call Hepburn Shire home. My family have lived here for five generations. I am a mother, with three adult children, who was involved in their school council and junior netball coaching. I have a cattle farming business in Holcombe Ward. I am a hard working country woman with experience as a former bank officer, who understands what counts in our community. As your Ward Councillor I will: * Listen to your concerns; * Work with local community organisations; * Stand up for Holcombe Ward in the allocation of funds and works; * Strive to keep rates as low as possible; * Ensure rates are spent effectively and efficiently; * Make sure the new planning laws are applied equitably and enforced honestly plus consistently; * Oppose inappropriate development in our townships and villages; * Work to protect the natural environment; * Preserve the rural character of the Shire; and * Enhance our community safety and amenities. The latest community satisfaction survey has shown Hepburn Shire Council’s performance as the worst in 21 years. The State Auditor General has drawn attention to potential risks in Council’s financial management. This is not good enough. It is time for a change. It is time to do better. No Shire Council can satisfy all of its residents all of the time. As your Councillor I will do my best to represent your common interests, reconcile any conflicts, ensure fair and reasonable outcomes and make our wonderful shire an even better place to live.

Working for our commmunity!

If you need help please don't hesitate to call me on 0411 086 770 or email juliet_smpsn@yahoo.com.au

Authorised by Juliet Simpson, 101 Porcupine Ridge Road, Porcupine Ridge 3461.

Hepburn Shire Election October 2020 - Coliban Ward

…your voice in Coliban ward for a resilient, thriving community and a great place to live and work.

Vote 1 BRIAN HOOD

Acting with integrity.

Working hard and advocating for all sectors of our diverse community.

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Listening to people and treating them with respect.

For a fairer share of council resources and better value from your rates – better roads, paths, drainage, parks, walking trails, child care, community centre, streetscape works and sports facilities.

Making sensible, sustainable & evidence-based decisions after engaging in genuine consultation with the community.

I am a Trentham resident; a director of CCCE Ltd., the company that operates Trentham & Districts Community Bank, chair the bank’s community investment committee; and chair the committee of management of the Trentham Neighbourhood Centre (TNC).

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p: 0411 139004 e: bhd1958@live.com fb: facebook.com/Brian-Hood-for-Trentham-Coliban-ward Authorised by Brian Hood, Wallaby Jack Road, Trentham 3458

Projects to strengthen our community spirit

WHAT’S PLANNED

WHAT WE HAVE After a long wait, the Trentham Recreation Reserve improvement project is back –Master Plans are now in place and funding can be secured from State / Federal sources to complement the renewed Council commitment. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the call for public comment. I’m keen to continue working to keep this project on track - our community deserves a modern multipurpose sporting facility which can be shared by everyone in our community and used for a range of events.

VOTE 1: LICIA KOKOCINSKI I hope you will support me to continue representing the Coliban Ward at the Hepburn Shire Council elections. I welcome speaking with you about what matters to you about living in Coliban Ward and our Shire. You can reach me on 0488 575 855, liciak254@gmail.com or on facebook @LiciaforColibanWard where I post regular updates. Authorised by Licia Kokocinski, 8 Wallaby Jack Rd, Trentham VIC 3458

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S THE days become warmer, snakes are starting to emerge from their winter hibernation to bask in the sun and search for food and a mate.

Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning Senior Wildlife Management officer Belinda Cant said sunny weather also meant it was more likely people would encounter a snake. “Snake species commonly found in the Grampians region include the Eastern brown, tiger and less often, copperhead and red-bellied black snakes. “These four species are venomous, but it is rare for them to bite people. Most snake bites occur when people try to capture or kill a snake. “Snakes can bite animals, such as dogs, if they feel threatened. If your dog or cat encounters a snake, the best course of action is to remove your pet from the area or tie it up while the snake passes and if you suspect your pet has been bitten, take it to a vet immediately. “Snakes are generally very shy and prefer to keep away from people and often when a snake is found in a backyard it’s because it’s moving through the area to other habitat. “Being aware that snakes may be around and being informed about how to react to them is very important at this time of year.” If people live in an area with snakes, they must remember: • When left alone, snakes present little or no danger to people: • If you see a snake, keep calm and move yourself and anyone with you (including pets) away from the area; • Don't attempt to capture or harm snakes. Instead call DELWP on 136 186 for further advice and local licenced snake catchers; • Maintain lawns and clean up around your house, as snakes are attracted to shelter such as piles of rocks and timber, sheets of metal, and building materials; and • Undertake first aid training and ensure your first aid kit contains several compression bandages, and if someone is bitten, call 000 immediately. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975 and it is illegal to capture, harm, or kill them. Reports of people wilfully destroying protected wildlife will be investigated accordingly.

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HEN I lived in Japan, back in my 20s, Mum used to send me the Women's Weekly's Handy Hints.

They were either quite helpful, or just a good laugh. I still get the magazine today and nothing has changed. The latest edition has a good idea to stop glasses fogging up when wearing a mask. Just wipe them with shaving foam and polish with a microfibre cloth. Not sure if it works or not. When I was a young swimmer we were taught to just spit in our goggles and give them a quick dip. Worked fine but I don't think in the time of corona that anyone should be spitting. But the handy hint that had me laughing was on how to remove a splinter. Simple. Just tape a piece of ripe banana, skin side up, over the offending area and leave overnight. Hmmm. Splinters generally end up in fingers but I can't imagine going to bed with a banana peel taped to my hand. Who knows where it would end up during the night? Away from handy hints and over to food, is the suggestion that "grazing tables, boards and platters are in fashion today" and they "allow guests to mingle". Not sure what planet they are living on but the last thing I want to do is share utensils or mingle. Maybe the writer is from WA or NT, but here in Victoria I think it will take a while before we are all comfortable bumping into each other as we sample the camembert from the grazing table. Another person who is from another planet is Gwyneth Paltrow, who has a company called Goop, and who has released a new candle with the catchy title of "This Smells Like My Vagina". She says the candle is a "funny, gorgeous, sexy, and beautifully unexpected scent" with "geranium, citrusy bergamot, and cedar absolutes juxtaposed with damask rose and ambrette seed". Now, I am not going into details here, but wouldn't you rather just a plain old "Vanilla Candle" or "Sandlewood Candle" or maybe go crazy and buy a "Vanilla Sandlewood Candle". I mean, who would you buy Gwyneth's candle for? I can't imagine your grandmother would appreciate opening the gift with everyone gathered around the Christmas tree. "Oh, thank you dear, oh my, well, I'll take your word for it..." WTF? Anyway, back to my reality and I am pleased to say we are getting lots of nominations for Legends of Lockdown. Nominations close at the end of this month, with lockdown starting to lift, but we will keep recognising those we have received. And if you have someone who is going above and beyond, let us know anyway. And feel free to call. I just talked to Nola who said she is not a typer these days but had a nomination. We had quite a nice chat, which is always lovely, and you will find out who she nominated in another week or so! These wonderful legends all make me think what a fantastic place we call home. Strange time but lucky us. Just sayin'...

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Kyle’s Rant

HEN making rules such as mask wearing, the various layers of government must have to apply a “slippage” rate. That is a rate for the 15 per cent of society who are colloquially known as “dipshits”.

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Travelling around the streets of the Central Highlands, with my windows wound up tight and the air conditioning on reticulation, for fear that someone will recognise me and want to have a chat, I have noticed a few folks miswearing a mask. And so I have come up with a list of them, which has also been the inspiration for GROB’s front page of this edition. Now the list is in no particular order of intelligence or one’s need to breathe fresh air, take on sustenance or cater to addictions...so here goes. The Flapper: This is the mask over one ear variety. These folks are ready to spring the other loop over their ear at a moment's notice or if the police show up. Your Doodle Is Showing: This is the tucked under the nose look, showing off all kind of proboscus. I mean, you wouldn’t get around in your Speedos at the local pool with your bits out exposed to the world, would you? Who Turned Out The Lights: This is the classic where the participant wears the device so high, they can no longer see but their bottom lip is getting plenty of air they generally look a little confused. The Ambler: That sometimes not so fast-moving creature who is claiming to jog but is actually moving quite slowly. Vigorous arm movements don’t always equate to speed. The Snood: This is where the player has a coffee cup in their hand, which may or may not still have fluid in it, but by the holding the perk trophy they are no longer bound by the law and their mask remains around their neck. The Smugster: Then there is a gang I have found myself in while treading the backroads with nobody around and that’s the "I have a mask in my hand therefore I am wearing one". Sort of like if a tree falls in the forest and no one sees it fall, did it really? The Chuffer: That is where the citizen chooses to light a ciggie and needs to keep their mask well away in case it catches fire. The Ding-a-ling: And the world wouldn’t be the same without the person on their mobile phone who believes either the people on the other end need to see their lips, or they don't want to talk with a muffle. WTF? Now, briefly, to the other end of the scale. The Safety Officer: This is my OTT but preferred person who wears both a mask and a shield - and are sitting in their car, alone. So for the flappers, doodle showers, amblers, lights-out brigade, ding-a-lings, snoods, smugsters and chuffers out there, please simply fit the mask over your nose and mouth, squeeze down the wire on your nose if applicable, and make sure you have a good seal around your nose and mouth. If you can’t live without your caffeine, don’t wander around the joint while drinking it, spitting your bugs around the place. Simply find a quiet spot out of the way, drink your coffee, replace your mask and continue your day. The same goes for the smokers, amblers, ding-a-lings and smugsters, simply do what you have to do by yourself in situ and while moving about among your fellow humans, put a mask on properly. As for the “lights out” mob, maybe we just keep you around for shits and giggles… How to wear a mask rant over…

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Daylesford Sunday Market – every Sunday Wesley Hill Market - every Saturday Daylesford Farmers Market – first Saturday Trentham Neighbourhood Centre Makers Market - first Saturday Golden Plains Farmers Market - first Saturday Woodend Farmers Market - first Saturday Castlemaine Artists’ Market – first Sunday Trentham Community Group Market - second Saturday Kyneton Farmers Market - second Saturday Ballan Farmers Market - second Saturday Kyneton Rotary Community Market – second Saturday Maldon Market – second Sunday Clunes Farmers Market - second Sunday Trentham Farmers Market and Makers Market - third Saturday Glenlyon Farmers Market – third Saturday Leonards Hill Market - third Saturday Creswick Market - third Saturday Talbot Farmers Market – third Sunday Woodend Lions Market - third Sunday Trentham Station Sunday Market - fourth Sunday Buninyong Village Market - fourth Sunday

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Hepburn Earthworks

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Christ Jules Services Julie Hanson 0459 619 701 julphil.hanson@gmail.com

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POOL AND SPA MAINTENANCE SERVICES DAYLESFORD AND SPA COUNTRY Over 25 years’ experience in the Pool and Spa industry. Cleaning and servicing of pools, hot tubs and jacuzzis. Water chemistry and water balance Commercial properties

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Email: c.mooney@bigpond.net.au Available to assist with all general accounting services and preparation/electronic lodgment of Tax Returns and BAS for Individuals, Sole Traders, Partnerships, Trusts and Companies.

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Certified Practising Accountant Registered Tax Agent B.Com, C.P.A., M.B.A.

Tel: 03 5424 1441 Mobile: 0412 584 555 Office: 19 Albert Street, Trentham 3458

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Domestic Commercial Industrial Mobile 0439 682 619 Servicing the local community for over 45 years

Phone: 5348 1291

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