Leigh News-NOVEMBER 2020

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An Inverleigh Progress Association Publication ISSN 0313-8453

inverleigh.org.au NOVEMBER 2020

Volume 46 Number 10

With the current weather conditions and plentiful rainfall, the above views of the Inverleigh Cemetery are quite breathtaking. The Shelford Cemetery is equally as fine a display of the same range of wildflowers.

Thanks to Damien Baker for holding off with the mowing, Andrea Bolton for her photography skills, enabling this wonderful collage of colour for our front page.

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WHAT's NOT ON!

Church Services Shelford Duck Race 2021.

Dachshund Derby 2021

WHAT IS ON?

It's hard to keep up now with what IS on. I have removed most of the "Cancelled" stickers in this edition. Please check with your group leaders to keep up to date as we move out of lockdown.

INVERLEIGH PROGRESS ASSOCIATION meet in the

Inverleigh Public Hall

on the 3rd Wednesday of each month @7 :30pm (Except January)

VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME President: Hilary Hamilton Secretary: Luanne Thornton Treasurer: Tony Waayers Leigh News Editor: Peter Trevaskis

The Progress Association has been actively working towards improving the amenity of Inverleigh for over 40 years. Of course all such organisations need volunteers and the Association is no exception. Without them nothing happens. If you have some ideas for the town you would like to achieve, you are welcome to join us and help achieve them.

Some of the projects completed by the Progress Association include: The Federation Bridge which was built to commemorate the centenary of Federation in 2001.

Walking Tracks were established with lots of support from the community, including fencing and tree planting.

Public Toilets Progress Association members worked for many years with Council to have the old toilets removed and a new block built, which did not detract from the entrance to our town. They are used more than any other toilets in the Shire.

The Clock a new clock was recently installed on the clock tower in our main street, clearly visable from the General Store across the road.

The Inverleigh Historical Society was formed in 2004. It operates under the auspices of the Inverleigh Mechanics Institute and Public Hall Committee.

Our Aims are to collect and preserve items of local historic interest and to promote research and interest in local history.

We welcome all donations to our collection or the opportunity to copy material.

We are most grateful to the many people who have kept meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall 0n the 4th Monday of each Month @ 8pm the Historical Society in mind as they sorted through their own collec(Except December & January) tions.

VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME We undertake many interesting projects and have enjoyable President: Katrina Robson meetings, which you are welcome to attend.

Peter’s Editorial

Welcome for another month and I trust you are all Safe. Schools are back, restrictions are being lifted and we are adjusting to a new kind or normal.

Our Public Hall has had a coat of paint and new signs for the Hall are being developed.

A completely different year when it comes to Remembrance Day. Please refer to the article from Mal Johns as to how you may appropriately remember those who served and especially those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. LEST WE FORGET. On page 20 you can read about more members of our community and the volunteer work that they do throughout the district. If you know of someone doing volunteer work in the community, please send me a short article and any relevant pictures to include in this series over the next year or so. To be honest, my present list may take several years to get through and I'm sure there will others that haven't come to mind yet or that I don't know of.

Until next month, I wish you all the best and remember, only 56 days till Christmas.

Heroes in Covid Times.

I don’t “DO” overwhelmed. Or at least I don’t do overwhelmed very well. It has been my role in life, up until recently, to assist other people to deal with overwhelming moments in their lives.

Some two months ago I went to St John of God Hospital for a minor elective surgery. Now every surgery has a horrid list of things that might happen but rarely do happen. I spent two short days in hospital then came home. I saw the surgeon for follow up 3 days later and told him I didn’t feel quite right.

He stated that I didn’t look well but the surgical site was good. He gave me his contact numbers and said to ring him if felt worse or if I had any concerns.

Our daughter moved in to look after me post surgery and on Saturday night said that I looked dead. I felt terrible with hot and cold chills, confusion and a raging temperature. So on Melissas insistence I rang the surgeon. He met me at the front desk , pushed my wheel chair up to the ward. by this time I was unable to walk. I had 2 IV lines set up and started fluids and buckets of antibiotics and was scheduled for surgery early next morning.

I woke up 24 hrs later feeling so unwell I wanted to go back to sleep and never wake up. I had multiple blood tests lots of pain killers, fluids and encouragement from the wonderful nursing staff, quite a few different doctors and of course my hand wringing, pacing surgeon. Because of these “Covid times” everyone had to wear masks and face shields which was so uncomfortable for them but still the staff were like angels of mercy whenever I was awake. Every time I did wake up I wished for death. Everything ached, I missed my family. No-one was allowed to visit. I always thought that having to deal with MS every day of my life for the last 30 plus years would have given me enough stamina to cope with anything. Wrong!

The next day I was asked to sign some forms for the use of blood products. I signed and fell asleep again. When I next woke there was a nurse putting a bag of blood into my IV machine. I looked up at the blood flowing into my veins and became so overwhelmed with gratitude for the wonderful, considerate, generous, amazing person and people, that even

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in these Covid times, were still selflessly donating blood. I spent two days having blood transfusions crying with gratitude for my newfound heroes. Blood donors saved my life, The blood and antibiotics prevented my organs breaking down from advanced Septicemia.

When I came home I put a small post on facebook about my stay in hospital and that I was so grateful for blood donors. Some CFA friends in Melbourne who usually give blood gave again as they hadn’t done so for a while to top up supplies, apparently my health scare and use of blood was a reminder for them.

My heroes as I said, are the selfless people who take time out of their lives, even in a Pandemic, and

Photo of a t ypical blood donor-It could be you.

continue to quietly donate a product they have made in their own body. They give their blood freely to save someone they will never meet or know.

So everyone out there who is healthy please consider donating your blood so that someone you don’t know can regain their health or their life. I would begrateful for your effort as I am sure any recipient of a few drops of the good stuff would be. So look them up.

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood 13 14 95 Susanne

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Inverleigh Public Hall Has a Fresh New Look

We are very happy to announce that, with timely help from our community, painting has been completed on the three sections of the Inverleigh Public Hall planned to be done in 2020. Soon a new sign will be erected to finish off the new fresh look.

Locals will know that the Inverleigh Hall Committee’s fundraising over the past few years has been directed towards painting the exterior of the hall. 2020’s Book Bazaar was expected to see us reach our goal so that work could commence. Then along came Covid-19, which reduced income from hirers and caused the Book Bazaar to be postponed, hopefully to be held in May 2020. At our August meeting, options included not proceeding at all, painting only a part, or seeking local support and a grant. We decided to turn to our community.

We are most grateful to the following for their support towards the painting project:

-the Bendigo Bank Bannockburn and Dis-

trict Connected Communities, which gave a grant of $5000;

-the Inverleigh Leigh Valley Lions, which donated $1000;

-the Inverleigh Hotel Sporting and Social Club Inc, which donated $1000; and

-the Inverleigh Historical Society, which donated $500.

Please support these groups in their endeavours, as they are public spirited and give not only money but volunteer effort to improve our communities. We sincerely thank them all for helping us to preserve and improve the Inverleigh Public Hall.

If anyone would like to become involved in helping on the Inverleigh Public Hall Committee, or to be on our email list for when we are looking for help with specific projects, please contact: Christine Windle, Secretary, Inverleigh Public Hall, windlechristine@gmail.com, 0403 267 286

Remembrance Day 2020

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Memorial Services in 2020 for our Service men and Service women who served in all areas of conflict and paid the ultimate sacrifice in many areas of Conflict, Peacekeeping, Disaster relief and Training situations have had many restrictions on these services over the year due to COVID-19 .

On 11th November at 11.00am we pause to remember all those who served. Almost a million Australians served during the Second World War and millions more contributed to the War effort at home in Australia , this year we the commemorated the 75th anniversary of the Second Word War which changed Australia and set about a whole new way of life compared to pre-war years, while there will be no public Memorial Service at Inverleigh or the Monuments at Bannockburn, Teesdale and Shelford the Inverleigh RSL Sub-Branch will lay Floral tributes at the Monuments in the four townships. members of the community are also invited to lay Floral tributes during the day, another way to show Remembrance would be the placing of a floral arrangement at your residence front gate or doorway and pause in a silent tribute at 11.00am. Selling of Remembrance Day Poppies will be difficult due to social distancing rules but hope fully we may be able to place point of sale boxes at various shop outlets if we see a relaxing of the COVID-19 guidelines.

Stay Safe, Mal Johns, President Inverleigh RSL Sub-Branch

Help the Historical Society Create a Record of the Covid-19 Times

Thanks to the people who responded to the Inverleigh Historical Society’s call for items for our collection for our project - Life in Inverleigh and District under Covid-19. We are still looking for photos, written pieces, poems, slide shows, short videos, raps, and interviews to help us create a record of our experiences this year.

Do you have any photos of: home schooling, signs re covid-19 around the town and district, people in masks, the sharing station set up in High St, social distancing, people using Zoom, covid-19 situations when shopping or eating?

Can you tell us how your groups coped? The CWA did zoom meetings with speakers – what did other groups do? What happened with the churches and with sports?

What about local businesses?

What new things did you and your family learn or do? The river track has become a highway for walkers – what else happened? How did you keep in touch?

Please send contributions to: inverleighhistsoc@gmail.com.

Christine Windle, 0403 267 286, Secretary, Inverleigh Historical Society

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NOVEMBER 2020 CALENDAR

C of E Ladies

Leigh News - Calendar November England Stallholders

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The handwritten caption in the shared photo album states “Stallholders, Me, Lottie, Ella, Mary”.

I suppose we should be grateful for this much information as most people fail to name and date their photographs, and these days they are hidden away in telephones, or the cloud, to be lost to anybody but the owner. Not a lot of information to try and write an article for the Leigh News, however it is conveys People, Time and Place.

Well “Me” is Isabella Berridge. Born 1904 in Inverleigh to William Samuel Berridge and Margaret Ann Haygarth. Isabel married Harold Victor Gready in 1930 and moved away, before returning in her later years, eventually celebrating her 100th birthday. This is an image from her photo album and the date on the previous photo is 1924 which gives an indication of which decade it was taken.

After “Me”, it is a bit of guesswork. Lottie resembles Charlotte “Lottie” Roworth (nee Collins) whom I remember from the 1970’s but Charlotte was a common name from 1896 when she was born.

“Ella” is another guess but it is likely to be Ella Morgan born 1904 and she had a sister “Mary” , again a common name, maybe some of the Morgan relatives could help in this identification. Mary is wearing glasses.

But it is the image itself that is so interesting. One of the ‘stallholders’ has made matching costumes to fit the event, and they were probably worn

Photo: IHS Collection for other such fundraisers and Flower Shows. The white stockings; skirts with stripes or plain; piping on the blouses; the dainty, decorative aprons; headbands; the small boy “photobombing” the snap; add a sense of occasion. It could have been early in the day as they are still so tidy.

The building in the background is the St Paul’s Sunday School and in a report in the Geelong Advertiser in January 1929, a queen carnival and fete was held to raise funds for necessary improvements to the church property. Thankfully such fundraisers were often reported in the newspaper and at this carnival Miss I Berridge was in charge of the sweet stall. Other stalls included produce, fancy, soft drink & ice cream, refreshment room, fish pond and a bran pie. Two local lasses were Queen of roses and Queen of Lilies and along with their Maids in Waiting raised funds at the fete.

That evening there was a crowning ceremony for the highest fundraiser, followed by dancing.

The Calendar for 2021 is now available from Liz McDonald (52651270) or Sonny Store priced at $12, and is another collection of district images suitable for articles next year. Covid19 allowing, the Historical Society hope to gather next year, to continue collating information about Inverleigh.

Please spend some time naming your own photo collections, and share any that depict current events. It will be much easier for others not to have to guess the story in ninety years time.

Liz McDonald

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Bowls Club News

Left to Right top-- David Giblet, Damien Ashby, Tony Schapese, John Henderson, David Seiffert, Vic Leach.

Bottom-- Mark Coleman, Joy Gray, Suzie Coleman, Kevin James, Denise James, Bill Oriander.

The photograph is of the First Saturday Pennant team that Inverleigh formed for the match against Bannockburn for season 2012. this was to be the commencement of many very successful pennant seasons in both midweek and Saturday competitions by Inverleigh with seven premierships and a variety of final appearances along the way to the current season of 2020.

Inverleigh has never had a large list of members to draw on, which is evident that when we look at the photo six are still playing with the club John Henderson, David Seiffert, Vic Leach, Mark Coleman ,Joy Gray and Suzie Coleman, there are others who were involved as well but not in the original photo and also are still playing at Inverleigh.

While Inverleigh is typical of many other small bowls clubs opposition teams are very impressed when playing at Inverleigh on what is achieved by such a hard working group, from

looking after the greens, providing afternoon tea , the cleaning and presentation of the complex and the garden surrounds ,refreshments at the bar all this is done voluntary and there many other areas where this is evident add to this our small band are friendly and hospitable to anyone who visits whether to play ,spectate or attending a social night or club event.

In wrapping up Inverleigh has over the years had new members join and they too are enjoying their time at the club. New members either playing or social are always welcome and we are very family friendly so bring the children along.

Bowls wise we are slowly getting back to playing bowls , practice on Saturday's as a pairs competition has commenced as well as club matches in 100 up, lists for club championship and club pairs are on the notice board . All bowls is conducted in accordance with State and Health Regulations regarding COVID19 guidelines.

Regards, Bias Bowler

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THANK YOU!

Inverleigh Public Hall Committee give thanks for the wonderful work our volunteer mowers/maintenance community members do at the hall grounds.

We continue to be grateful for the hours you all put in to keep the hall facilities looking so welcoming.

On a sad note we lost a valuable volunteer George Vickers in August this year suddenly after a short illness. George along with his wife Janet, volunteered his time in not only helping with the grounds but gave many hours in cleaning the hall facilities.

Our thoughts continue to be with Janet, Rhiannon and family.

We would like to recognise the hall maintenance volunteers: David Walpole, Roger and Jenny Kowalik, Campbell Brumby, Simon Bell, Phil Morell, David and Linda Farrimond and Keith Robson.

If you are willing to join the band of volunteers on a monthly roster system and you have a mower please don’t hesitate to contact me before the end of 2020 to enable a new roster to be sent out for 2021 on either: 0417512240 or email: amtarbett@bigpond.com Anne-Maree Tarbett

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FILM REVIEWS with Alex

GOLF RESULT SEPTEMBER/ OCTOBER 2020 19th Sept. Men-Stableford 2nd Rd Spring Cup J. Nicolle 38pts, S. Wemyss 36pts, T. Lee 32pts N.T.P. Ladies D. Nicholls.

Longest Drive D. Walker, O/65yrs T. Lee Spring Cup Winner S. Wemyss 38 & 36 pts.

26th Sept. Men Stroke J. Nicolle 73 nett, L. Richardson 74 nett, T. Lee 75 nett.

Longest Drive R. Sauni, - Ladies G. Stevens.

30th Sept. Ladies 1st Rd. Championships & Spring Cup. S. Lamb 105-34-71, D. Nicholls 92-16-76, S. Bruenjes 9518-77c/b A. Waayers 109-31-78 N.T.P. S.Bruenjes, Putting-D. Nicholls 21putts.

3rd October Men Stableford DFP D. Mather & S.Wemyss 64pts D.Walker & J. Nicolle 54pts Longest Drive D. Walker.

7th October Ladies, 2nd Rd Championships & Spring Cup L. Richardson 87-17-70, A. Waayers 107-31-76, S. Bruenjes 98-19-79 D.Morgan 104-21-83.

N.T.P. 8th D. Nicholls, Putting L. Richardson & D. Nicholls 23 putts.

10th Oct. Men-Mixed Stableford D. Waterfall 39pts, T. Lee 30pts, A. Waayers 29pts c/b Longest Drive S. Wemyss, O/65yrs B. Spencer, Ladies A. Waayers.

14th Oct.Ladies-3rd Rd. Championship & Spring Cup. L. Richardson 85-16-69, A. Waayers 105-31-74, S. Bruenjes 95-19-76 c/b G. Stevens 111-35-76. N.T.P L. Richardson.

3rd 8th 15th. Putting A. Waayers 21putts 17th Oct. Mixed Stableford J. Nicolle 34pts, T. Lee 25pts c/b S. Wemyss 25pts Longest Drive S. Wemyss.

21st Oct. Ladies-4th Rd. Championshiip- Spring Cup, P/E. MedalDay S. Bruenjes 92-19-73, L. Richardson 89-15-74, A. Waayers 107-31-76, R.Fatone 96-19-77.

N.T.P. 3rd S. Lamb, 8th L. Johns.

Medal Winner- S. Bruenjes 73.

Spring Cup Winner- L. Richardson 70-69-74=213 R/U S.Bruenjes 77-76-73=226 Club Champion Lesley Richardson 87-85-89=261 R/U S. Bruenjes 95-95-92=282 A Grade Nett Winner S. Bruenjes 77-77-74=228 R/U D. Nicholls 76-86-80=242 B. Grade Winner A. Waayers 76-74-76=226 R/U S. Lamb 71-81-79=231 24th Oct. Men-Stableford J. Nicolle 33pts, I. Page 30pts, S. Wemyss 26pts.

N.T.P. 15th A. Smith.

Longest Drive I. Page, O/65yrs R. Lymer.

The Incredibles Review

Pixar took a gamble when making The Incredibles. It was one of the first PG rated family/children’s films and the risk paid off. I think it is a great movie and i believe families of all ages will enjoy it just as much as I did.

The writing for The Incredibles is well done. Having superheroes outlawed is an interesting concept explored within this film and it is done effectively. Even though this movie can be serious at times, the jokes land well. Syndrome is also a compelling villain and his motivations make sense unlike other villains in both children’s and adult superhero films. The plot also makes sense, and it doesn’t have pacing issues like other superhero films.

The use of a family as the protagonists works effectively in this film. You see how the personalities and ages conflict and grow. Bob is eager to get back into the game which conflicts with Helen who wants to obey the law and look after Jack Jack while Violet and Dash struggle with school and come to terms with their powers. Frozone is also a great addition. However I felt he was sidelined and should have had more of a presence within the film.

Superhero films I feel, are only as good as their villains. This is evident in every superhero film and the Incredibles is no exception. Syndrome has perfect motive for what he aims to achieve. As a child he relied on his intellect, but because he had no powers, he was tossed aside which gives him his motivation. He is also an active threat and his actions have caused the demise of many superheroes. Syndrome is my favourite Pixar antagonist because of this.

The music is also well done. It has that distinct flavour of intrigue and espionage. It fits clearly with the tone of the film, as well as the setting being in 1960s America.

I enjoyed this movie, and you should too. It’s for all ages with some darker moments for the adults. I do wish that there was more of Frozone however since he is such a great character.

Today’s cool fact about The Incredibles is that it was the first Pixar film with entirely human characters!

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POLICE REPORT FOR NOVEMBER 2020

Hello all,

This month I had a report of some damage to the primary school play equipment where someone has burnt several offensive words and symbols and some other images into the treated pine posts. This is just another incident being added to a growing list of damages occurring in the school grounds which has led to the school prohibiting children from attending in the grounds after school hours.

I ask parents to be aware what their children are up to and where the say they are going and sometimes parents need to check up on them.

The school, I understand, is now considering cameras to cover the grounds.

I have had reports of some vehicles doing burnouts in Common Road up near the Teesdale-Inverleigh Road. I have mentioned this before but if someone is caught doing this their car will be impounded and they receive a summons for court not just a fine!! Offenders be warned.

I had some reports of some utes driving at excessive speeds and doing ‘fishtails’ on the River Track near Winchelsea Road.

Their registration numbers were obtained and they were from Winchelsea and the Winchelsea Police have attended and dealt with these drivers. It doesn’t take much effort these days to be photographed or filmed doing this and you can be prosecuted when we have video evidence.

Speaking of the River Track, beside the Barwon River it didn’t take long after the council removed their signs when some COVID travel restrictions eased for campers to flock to the area. Straight away I had the reports of the dangerous drivers in the area (above) and then the abandoned rubbish and tents left in several places. Council were notified and collected the abandoned possessions. If rubbish/possessions are left in the area please notify the council so it doesn’t all get blown about the bush.

Keep safe Chris

Inverleigh Seniors A warm welcome awaits you.

For Information & Bookings, please contact: Pres: Peter Trevaskis 0407 100 791 Secretary: Joy Gray 5265 1566

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DRIVERS ROSTER

If you cannot make roster, please notify the Officer-in-Carge or ring the Station 5265 1597.

CFA Roster not applicable during lockdown period.

CFA will still respond to all emergency calls.

On behalf of all local residents, our thanks to all CFA Volunteers.

We all appreciate you and all you do for the local community.

Inverleigh is a 100% volunteer brigade, drawn from the community for the community.

Community members: When you are going to burn please log your burn by ringing

Burn Notification on 1800 668 511

CFA MESSAGE FOR THIS MONTH

Everyone who lives in Inverleigh should now really be thinking about preparing their property for the upcoming fire season, and this means starting early!

If the radio and TV bulletins start to tell you that bad fire days are coming please, don’t leave things until the last minute, because that is the time to start getting your property ready: Here’s some suggested preparatory work:

Remove doormats from around the house Move combustible outdoor furniture and other items from, and under, decks, verandahs and up against, or under the house Move pot plants a few metres from the home Double check that gas bottles are anchored securely with the relief valves pointing away from any flammable materials Keep woodpiles away from the house, because stray fire embers can easily ignite the stacked up wood.

Mow your lawns and keep grass cut to less than 10cm. Don’t forget, fire can ignite and travel quickly through long grass.

Make sure trees on your property are healthy with no dead limbs and no vegetation underneath them Mature trees can help shield against radiant heat and embers, but they must be strategically located and well managed. Cut back any overhanging tree branches that are close to your property with no branches in 10m space.

On bigger properties, a clearing of about 10 metres of well-mown grass around your home is advisable Walk around your home and, again, remove piles of fine fuels such as leaves dry grass, twigs and loose bark, because you don’t want embers landing there. Also, check your gutters to make sure leaves haven’t built up

Make sure you remove any fuels from around your windows and doors. These are the most vulnerable parts of your home so they warrant some extra attention.

If you have flammable liquids, store them away from house, where possible, in flame proof containers.

It’s actually quite simple. Fire burns wherever there is fuel. If you reduce fuel around your home, you can reduce how hot and destructive a fire is as it passes through your property.

CFA have a range of material available, both written and in video form, to help you prepare more fully.

If you would like to access it, simply visit the CFA website or Google will take you to the right place by searching “How For Prepare Your Property For A Bushfire” and clicking on How to Prepare Your Property - Country Fire Authority.

Whether you’ve got a grassfire survival plan already or yet to get started, this workshop will help you put together a plan that ticks all the right boxes.

Work through your plan step -by-step with guidance of a CFA specialist and have the opportunity to ask questions along the way. So, come along (virtually) to the Inverleigh Grassfire Planning Workshop Webinar It’s free and no registration required.

Session 1: Topic - Fire Behaviour 7.00pm – 8.00pm, Monday 26th October,2020

Session 2: Topic - Personal Safety, Planning 7.00pm – 8.00pm, Wednesday 28th October, 2020

Join in via the Zoom Webinar Link: https://au01web.zoom.us/j/61222766171 Phil Jacobson

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GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL

Time to get fire ready With summer around the corner, Golden Plains Shire Council is encouraging residents to ensure their properties are prepared for the fire season, ahead of Council’s upcoming Fire Hazard Inspections Program.

Owners of land are required to keep their properties cut to a maximum height of 300 millimetres during the non-fire season and then to a maximum height of 100 millimetres during the fire danger period, or as directed under a Fire Prevention Notice.

Council will commence its annual property fire hazard inspection program on 2 November 2020. All properties deemed a fire hazard to the property owner or their neighbours

will then be issued with a Fire Prevention Notice. The Notice will specify what works are required to remove the fire hazard by Sunday 29 November, 2020.

Council will undertake a second inspection from 30 November 2020 to determine if required works have been undertaken in accordance with the Fire Prevention Notice. If works have not been conducted, Council will issue a $1,652 infringement and arrange a contractor to attend and slash the property. Property owners will incur a minimum fee of $267 for this work.

In mid-October, Council began its own fire prevention works, commencing the annual roadside slashing program of all sealed roads and strategic fire breaks to reduce fuel loads. Council also conducts burning of selected reserves to remove fire hazards. This program typically commences in the drier south of the Shire before moving north, with the program completed by Christmas.

For more information on Fire Hazard Inspections and Notices, including Frequently Asked Questions, visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au/fire

COUNCIL ELECTIONS 2020 Thank you to all residents who voted in the recent Local Government election.

Counting is underway, and the Victorian Electoral Commission will declare the results by Friday 13 November, 2020, naming the Golden Plains Shire Councillors for the 20202024 term.

The new Council will be sworn in on Saturday 14 November, 2020 at 10am, and the meeting to elect the Mayor and Deputy Mayor will be held

on Tuesday 17 November, 2020 at 6pm. The Oath/Affirmation of Office ceremony and the Mayoral meeting will both will be livestreamed for public viewing.

The first monthly Council Meeting of the 2020-2024 term will be held on Tuesday 24 November, 2020, with the final meeting of the year on Tuesday 15 December, 2020. Both meetings will commence at 6pm and will be livestreamed. For more information and links on the day of the meeting, visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au.

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NEWS

GPSC Community Awards 2020

Nominations are now open for the Golden Plains Shire Council Community Awards 2020.

The GPSC Community Awards 2020 formally acknowledge extraordinary individuals and community groups who make an outstanding contribution to Golden Plains Shire.

The GPSC Community Award 2020 categories: • Citizen of the Year • Senior Citizen of the Year • Young Citizen of the Year • Community Impact Award (community event, project, group or team) Nominations close 5pm, Monday 23 November, 2020.

Award nomination forms are available on Council’s website at goldenplains. vic.gov.au or at a Council Customer Service Centre at 2 Pope St, Bannockburn or The Well, 19 Heales St, Smythesdale; open from 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

To submit a nomination, send the completed nomination form by email to events@gplains.vic.gov.au or post to Events & Engagement Officer, Golden Plains Shire Council, 2 Pope St, Bannockburn VIC 3331.

For more information about the GPSC Community Awards 2020, email events@gplains.vic.gov.au or call 5220 7111.

5220 7111 enquiries@gplains.vic.gov.au goldenplains.vic.gov.au

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It was with great excitement and anticipation that we welcomed students back to school this term! We are looking forward to a great term and we are hopeful that we will be able to finish this school year strong. We have come this far with a tremendous amount of support from our parent community, and we are thankful for everything that they have done, for the sacrifices made and for the challenges endured and overcome throughout this very interesting year. It is a year that we will not forget easily. It is a year that has taught us so much, and forced us to learn new skills – all of us! Our teachers have done an outstanding job and have demonstrated their commitment to our students. I know that they are extremely happy being back in the classroom doing what they do best – supporting and encouraging every child to do their best and to strive for excellence. I thank them for their dedication and tireless efforts!

Students have settled back into routine are working very well in their classrooms and are enjoying playtime in the yard. It is wonderful to see so many smiling faces, and to hear their happy chatter! While it is a shame that we cannot have all students playing in the yard at the same time, there have been many positive outcomes that the staff have noticed. Firstly, everyone has more space to run and play.

The Prep- 2 students are making the most of being able to use the cricket pitch and oval. They are engaging in more organised play - it’s wonderful seeing the grade 2’s behaving like leaders in the yard and taking on the task of organising games. It is not unusual to have games of cricket, footy and basketball happening along with sand play and other creative play. The older students are also enjoying having extra space to run, play and socialise! We are fortunate to have such beautiful grounds at our school, and are even more fortunate to have students taking pride in our school and caring about each other! We also have a few keen gardeners in our midst and they are doing a great job keeping the weeds down and the plants tended to in our garden areas!

Last week the grade 6’s and their prep buddies were able to see each other and have a chat. We met outside in organised pairs spaced appropriately apart so that we maintained our ‘bubbles’ of space. This was enjoyed by all!

Our grade 3’s and 4’s will be off to camp at Anglesea in the first week of November. Exciting times ahead.

Sharon Baker Acting Principal

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GOLDEN PLAINS SUPREME MEATS

*Fresh Fish now available *Smallgoods- handmade on the premises.

Click & Collect

Shop 2, 11/9 Burns St, Bannockburn.

Phone: 5281 2283

Spit Roast Oven Hire Available

go to our website: goldenplainssuprememeats.com.au

Open: Mon - Fri 8am - 6pm Saturday 8am - 2:30pm

Local Towing Operator, DAVO's TOWING can handle all your towing needs, as you can see from the attached photos.

David and Isabell are available to answer all your questions related to moving cars and machinery.

Give them a call

0429 958 769

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NEW ADDRESS

36 Main Street, Winchelsea 5/14 High Street Bannockburn.

Phone: 4217 3810 •New Full and Partial Acrylic Dentures •Partial Cobalt Chrome Dentures •Denture Repairs and Relines •Dentures Cleaning and Identification •Custom Mouth guards

Extended Hours available from February 2020 Bulk Bills patients on Pension, Health Care Card and Children Enquires and Bookings please phone

03 52 928 028 (new phone number)

Fresh Picked Flowers from the Paddock

Custom made arrangements to order

Free contactless delivery to InverleighShelford Teesdale Bannockburn

Call or message 0408 346 222 Follow us on Facebook and Instagram #buy local #grownherenotflownhere

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Murray Ellis 0434 600 139

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The article below is the first in a series highlighting the work of Volunteers in the district.

If you have contributions regarding volunteers please forward your article to the Editor. leighnews@bigpond.com

INVERLEIGH COMMUNITY PUMP SHED

The concept of providing Leigh River water to the

There are approximately one hundred and fifty Inverleigh community was initiated in the late 1950 by a key holders that use the Leigh River water and as the group of community minded people (called volunteers). town grows and weather conditions change, we, the The old pump shed was constructed in 1960 according Inverleigh Progress Association hope to continue to to individuals that I have spoken with. A fee structure to provide this service. provide funds for continued maintenance was put in place Tony Waayers and is now run by volunteers within the Inverleigh Progress Association.

The old pump shed was put together by local Pictured Left volunteers with second hand materials donated and the new Pump scrounged from the local area. The four main vertical Shed located corner timbers were old railway sleepers that were well in Lawsons past their used by date. During demolition, I thought they Park, Inverwould be hard to move them out of the ground but not so. leigh.

A little push revealed that they were well rotted at ground level. Some of the nails that held the shed together looked like the old four sided hand made nails. Is this possible or were the nails already in the old donated timbers?

Over the past sixty years the pump shed has provided water to residents during droughts, water to families that are not on mains water for general use, water for stock, water for trees that have been planted on newly subdivided land and gardens in our local area.

The replacement of the old pump shed has been on the agenda as a major project of the Inverleigh Progress Association for a number of years. Its completion has provided a structure that hopefully will last for the next sixty years.

Above: The original Pump Shed and Standpipes.

Friends of Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve-Boneseed Attack

A campaign to rid the Inverleigh bush of the noxious invasive weed, boneseed, has resulted in several thousand plants being removed. The campaign, conducted over the past five weeks, has been carried out by the Friends of Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve, with the support from several other community members and by Parks Victoria.

Boneseed, a native of South Africa, is known to have been present in the reserve for over twenty years, but has been kept under control by the Friends Group. But boneseed presents a very serious threat and has the capacity to take over and dominate where it is not controlled. More than 50 percent of the You Yangs has been colonized by boneseed and in some areas it has taken over completely.

Boneseed is easily recognised in Spring by its very bright yellow flowers. Visitors to the reserve are encouraged to pull out any boneseed plants they may encounter. There are many photos on the Internet to help you learn how to recognise boneseed plants. Alternatively, the Friends Group would very much appreciate being notified of any areas in which visitors to the reserve have noticed boneseed plants.

Any readers who would like to help with next year’s boneseed removal campaign can contact the Friends Group.

Keith Windle Phone 0429 651 298 on behalf of Friends of Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve.

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SHELFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL

It has been a great start to term four and it is lovely to have the students back in the classroom. It’s unbelievable to see how the students have grown over the Remote Learning and school holiday period.

During Remote Learning we were able to set up our new furniture; which included couches, bean bags and bookcases. We’ve also received our new laptops which have been very popular with the students too.

MARC Van

We thank Mrs Lang for the creativity and enthusiasm she brings to our MARC Van days. Recently the students made magnetic slime and were able to take home a portion of slime and some small magnets to experiment with.

Cooking

We have eased back into our cooking program. The first Friday back at school the students made chocolate chip cookies; which were a big hit. This Friday we are cooking lasagna.

Kitchen Garden

During lockdown and the school holidays the garden has gone crazy! Our broad beans and fruit trees are flowering and our potatoes and herbs are flourishing. However the weeds have also gone crazy and we will be working with the students to tame the garden.

Hi I am a student at Shelford Primary and my name is Alex.

At Shelford we got 5 new computers.

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Students were warmly welcomed back to school to commence term 4. Our school gates were decorated in colourful bunting, and balloons, beautifully put together

by Mrs Belcher and her sewing volunteers. Students have settled well which has been pleasing to see. The first few days were set aside to re-establish routines of school and allow students time to connect with peers after a long absence. The busy routine of school will now set in as we prepare all students for 2021, be it in a higher year level or for their secondary schooling.

Village Project Our Junior and Senior students have been working hard to complete our ‘Community Village Project’.

It was all hands on deck to complete painting and landscaping around our three cubbies which include a Police

TEESDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Station, Hospital and Café. Students have shown great pride in this project which will provide much enjoyment for years to come.

Year 5 and 6 Camp

Our year 5 and 6 students are very excited to be going to Camp Kangaroobie this month. The three day, two night camp is an important part of our curriculum for outdoor education. Camp Kangaroobie is situated on the Great Ocean Road, the closest town being Princetown. During the camp, students visit the 12 Apostles, complete a beach walk and participate in canoeing, an obstacle course, ropes course and many other fun activities.

Important Dates - November Monday 9th – Foundation Transition Day Monday 9th – Wednesday 11th – Year 5/6 Camp Kangaroobie Tuesday 10th – Year 3/4 School Sleepover

If you would like to know more about our school, please phone us during school hours on 5281 5218 or head to our website at: www.teesdaleps.vic.edu.au or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeesdalePrimarySchool

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GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE Date: Tuesday 27 October, 2020

TIME TO GET FIRE READY IN GOLDEN PLAINS With summer around the corner, Golden Plains Shire Council is encouraging residents to ensure their properties are prepared for the fire season, ahead of Council’s upcoming Fire Hazard Inspections Program.

A well-prepared property is more likely to survive a fire. It is important to reduce fine fuels on private property, which are the primary driver of fire intensity and spread. To make a property fire ready, owners should: • • • • • • •

Cut grass to a maximum height of 300 millimetres during the non-fire season, and then to a maximum height of 100 millimetres during the Fire Danger Period, or as directed under a Fire Prevention Notice; On properties more than two hectares, ensure grass is maintained to no higher than 100mm up to a minimum of 20 metres from the house or outbuilding; Remove any flammable material around the home, including cleaning out gutters; Clear dead undergrowth and fallen branches; Ensure any firewood is stored well away from the house or outbuildings; Trim excess vegetation along driveways; and Clearly number the property so that it can be easily found by Emergency Services.

Council will commence its annual property fire hazard inspection program on 2 November 2020. All properties deemed a fire hazard to the property owner or their neighbours will then be issued with a Fire Prevention Notice.

The Notice will specify what works are required to remove the fire hazard by Sunday 29 November, 2020.

Council will undertake a second inspection from 30 November 2020 to determine if required works have been undertaken in accordance with the Fire Prevention Notice. If works have not been conducted, Council will issue a $1,652 infringement and arrange a contractor to attend and slash the property. Property owners will incur a minimum fee of $267 for this work.

Last week, Council made Emergency Preparedness Works Travel Permit application forms available on its website for Golden Plains Shire property owners living in Metropolitan Melbourne. While the border between regional Victoria and Melbourne remains in place, these permits will allow access to Golden Plains Shire for a 72-hour-period to complete emergency preparedness works. The application form and further information is available at goldenplains.vic.gov.au/fire. Completed forms must be sent to enquiries@gplains.vic.gov.au.

In mid-October, Council began its own fire prevention works, commencing the annual roadside slashing program of all sealed roads and strategic fire breaks to reduce fuel loads. Council also conducts burning of selected reserves to remove fire hazards. This program commences in the drier south of the Shire before moving north, with the program completed by Christmas.

For more information on Fire Hazard Inspections and Notices, including Frequently Asked Questions, visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au/fire.

– ENDS – Released by: Eric Braslis, CEO, Golden Plains Shire Council Media contact: Susan Talpey, Coordinator Communications, Engagement and Advocacy, Golden Plains Shire Council P. 5220 7147 │M. 0421 923 399 │E. susan.talpey@gplains.vic.gov.au Golden Plains Shire Council News Hub │ Have Your Say projects │ Community events calendar

24 Leigh News MONTHLY FOOD SWAPS

are held in INVERLEIGH on the 2nd Saturday of the month 9:30 to 10:00 @Sonny Cafe and in BANNOCKBURN on the 4th Saturday of the month 9:30 to 10:00 at Bannockburn Station Cafe

CWA

NATIVE HUT NIGHT BRANCH Est. 14th July 2014

This branch meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm at Teesdale Primary School, Mudbrick Building, cnr Main Road and Sutherland Street.

All ages welcome.

It is not an “oldies” group.

If you are interested in attending

please contact: Shirley 5281 5354

Lions Club of Inverleigh Leigh Valley

We are now collecting newspapers for recycling. Papers can be left at the Town Hall on Mondays or pick up can be arranged by calling David on 0429 958 769 during business hours or 5265 1102 after hours.

All proceeds from the paper collection go to local projects.

As this is a new initiative for our club, community help would be greatly appreciated.

Any further questions can be directed to David on 0429 958 769 or dave@ grantsautodismantlers.com.au

ST PAULS SURPRISE SHOP INVERLEIGH During NOVEMBER all YELLOW clothing Tickets will be $1, so come on in and grab some awesome bargains.

Closed School Holidays All donations can be left at the shop door or during opening hours.

OPENING HOURS: Monday 1-4pm , Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 9am – 1pm Come follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/St.PaulsSurpriseShop

TEESDALE MECHANICS INSTITUTE (Formerly Community Hall) Behind the CFA Building Main Road, Teesdale

FOR ALL YOUR HIRING NEEDS Hall, Meeting Room, Kitchen, Tables, Chairs & Crockery.

For bookings, phone Dale on 5281 5486 or 0428 386 724

WHO CAN I TALK TO? 24 Hour telephone counselling ANONYMOUS CONFIDENTIAL IMMEDIATE

Phone 13 11 14

LIFELINE

Justices of the Peace

Mr Keith Windle 77 Dundas Street INVERLEIGH Ph: 0429 651 298 Mrs E McDonald 47 High Street Inverleigh Ph: 5265 1270

Mr Peter Bufton 110 Savage Drive INVERLEIGH Ph: 0448 694 204 Mr Rod McKenzie 7 Ruxton Crt. Bannockburn Ph: 0408 527 704 Mr Stephen Gilligan SHELFORD Ph: 0409 432 933

LEIGH DISTRICT RIDING CLUB INC A00041565N

meets for rally every 2nd Sunday @10.00am Victoria Park, Park Street, Inverleigh Vic 3321 New Members always welcome for enquiries please contact

President: Nicole Rogers Mob: 0419 549 799 Secretary: Leanne Broad Mob: 0433 403 065 P O BOX 87 INVERLEIGH VIC 3321

TEESDALE PS O.S.H.C. Phone: 5281 5218 BEFORE SCHOOL CARE

7:30 AM – 8:45 AM Healthy Food plus a Fun Program! *Cooking Club *Art & Craft *Outdoor Activities *Computer Club AFTER SCHOOL CARE

3:15 PM - 6:00 PM

Leigh News ST. JOSEPHS CATHOLIC PARISH MEREDITH PARISH PRIEST : Fr. Charles Balnaves

ph: 5286 1230 mobile : 0417 319 556 28 Lawler Street Meredith 3333

parishofmeredith@bigpond.com

Mass Times November 2020

Tuesdays 9 a.m St. Mary MacKillop, Bannockburn Wed. & Fri. 11 a.m St. Joseph’s, Meredith Saturday’s 5 p.m St. John the Baptist, Winchelsea Sunday’s 9 a.m St. Mary MacKillop, Bannockburn (Booking required 11 a.m St. Bridge’s Anakie 1 p.m St. Joseph’s , Meredith

If you are new to the Parish or wanting to become part of our gatherings please book in with us so we can keep numbers to Covid restrictions.

Reconciliation, Anointing, Weddings, Baptisms, Funerals: by arrangement, please call 5286 1230.

Sacramental program 2021: Reconciliation Eucharist Confirmation Enrolment enquiries: Phone 5286 1230 Fr. Charles Stay tuned for details regarding Christmas Carols in the December newsletter.

Weekly Bus Service

provided for residents without transport to shop in Geelong!

The Bus leaves the Inverleigh Hall Every FRIDAY at 9:30 am and leaves Geelong at 2:15pm for the return trip.

Just use your MYKI Card.

Can You Help Here?

LEIGH PRESBYTERIAN PARISH Inverleigh Shelford Teesdale

“For we do not preach ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord...”

(2 Corinthians 4.5)

ES RVIC E S LIC PUB NCELLED TICE NO CA HER T R IL FU UNT

VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME For further information: Rev. Surendra Wesley 0428 489 222

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Anglican Church Inverleigh Church Services recommencing from Sunday 1st November

9am Inverleigh 11am Bannockburn 5pm Meredith 38 High Street, Inverleigh Rev’d Dr. Tim Smith 0412 673 152 Geoff Morgan 0408 106 559 John Bolitho 0418 319 695

Inverleigh and District Red Cross Contact Secretary for details of Meetings once Covid 19 restriction ease.

Secretary: Cathy Altmann 0409 024 578 Chairperson: Barb Meek 5281 3245

10 Railway Street, Inverleigh

COME JOIN US

Barefoot Bowls ON HOLD Bowls available for Social or New Players AWAITING FURTHER NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY COVID INFO Please call19 Helen on New members WELCOME for Pennant on Tuesday & Saturday (school friendly hours) Season starts September thru to March

5265 1023 or 0411 046 528 for more info visit www.inverleighbowls.org

email: inverleighbowls@yahoo.com.au

Inverleigh Hall Hall Hire Contact

Our Public Hall needs the lawns maintained.

Can you join the roster to mow the lawns once or twice a year?

If so, please contact

Anne-Maree Tarbett 0417 512 240

The Inverleigh Hall Committee promotes the use of the hall and develops and maintains our fabulous community asset.

If you would like to become involved by serving on the committee or by initiating activities at the hall, please contact

Anne-Maree Tarbett

0417 512 240

INVERLEIGH CWA BRANCH Welcomes existing and new members alike.

We are so much more than just Tea and Scones ladies!

Contact Melissa for details of meeting times once restrictions ease. inverleighcwa@gmail.com or Melissa Rutherford 0419 256 014

26 Leigh News VICTORIA PARK Park Street INVERLEIGH

GROUNDS FOR HIRE TOILETS GRASS & SHADE OVERNIGHT CAMPING (NO POWER) CANTEEN & CLUBHOUSE ANIMAL FRIENDLY HORSE YARDS Reasonable Rates CONTACT: Denise Cook 0419 103 196

St. John’s Anglican Church Bannockburn

INVERLEIGH TENNIS CLUB INC

To book your child in for coaching or for further information please contact the Club Coach Nicole Mullen: 0419 670 230

Please note that all regulations issued by Tennis Victoria are being adhered to, for the safety of all players and parents.

For further information regarding junior and senior tennis at the club please contact Club Tennis Coordinator Jo Mullen: 0414 957 432 Summer Season Commencing in October

Take Off Weight Naturally BANNOCKBURN (Teesdale TOWN Club)

TUESDAYS 5:30pm-7:30pm First Wednesday of each Month @ 12:30pm.

Come along, bring a friend...

Contact Gillian on 0408 408 403

St. John’s Anglican Church Hall 11 Byron Street, Bannockburn Jan: 5281 5138 / 0400 005 270 Patti: 5281 1290 / 0400 131 465

Tai Chi @

Teesdale Community Hall Thursday’s 9.30am phone: 0414 944 926

INVERLEIGH SING SESH

LOVE TO SING? LOVE TO SING BUT THINK YOUR TERRIBLE? INVERLEIGH SING SESH IS FOR YOU?

KNIT, KNATTER AND THAT GROUP-TEESDALE Bring a craft, learn a new craft or come for a walk, chat and cuppa.

Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday’s , 9.30am - 1.30pm At Teesdale Community Hall *BYO craft and lunch *Tea & Coffee provided.

Cost $5 Joining fee. $3 per session Contact Lesley 0400 547 157 or Pat 0417 339 161

Meredith And District Motor Cycle Club We meet the 3rd Sunday of every month for our ride day (NO RACING AND NO QUADS /4 WHEELERS)

We have 2 tracks:

One that is set up as a motocross track that is marshalled and we also have a smaller flat track for kids/ beginners to learn to ride.

St Johns is in attendance as well as a canteen.

For more information please: head over to our Facebook page MADMCC or call 0415 503 869.

VICTORIA PARK wish to advise

Check with Robyn or on Facebook for more details on of online sessions.

the Scrap Bin is CLOSED at present due to Covid 19.

We will advise when this service is to reopen.

Further info: call Robyn 0408 346 222 or follow us on facebook.

Committee of Management Victoria Park Inverleigh.

Inverleigh Playgroup The Inverleigh Playgroup is a weekly community play session for children 0 - 4 years. The group is run by volunteers and incorporates a range of activities and freeplay. The playgroup has a large selection of age appropriate toys for the children to play with each week.

When: Every wednesday of the school terms from Feb 5th 2019 Time: 9:30 am till 11:30am Where: Inverleigh Public Hall, Hamilton Highway.

INVERLEIGH PLAYGROUP

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• Digital antenna installation • 3G & 4G cellular antennas • Wi-Fi access points • Satellite installation • Audio/visual installation

Totally Antennas Everything you need connected in a modern home!

Justin Brearley 0412 076 672 BANNOCKBURN & DISTRICT COMBINED PROBUS CLUB

For more information please call: President: Shirley Wild 0447 873 763 Secretary: Sandra Bance 5210 7777 "bannockburnprobus@gmail.com"

GOLDEN PLAINS SKIP BIN HIRE P/L

ALL TYPES OF RUBBISH & RECYCLABLE METALS COLLECTED! including CARS & FARM CLEAN UPS Free Scrap Bins also available Call Simon on 0410 400 305 operating 7 days a week

2, 3, 4 & 6 Cubic Metre Bins available & can carry multiple bins.

BASED IN THE GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE @ INVERLEIGH AND “HAVING A RED HOT GO”

28 Leigh News HOT WATER $$$ BILLS $$$ TOO HIGH ?

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GET THE RIGHT ADVICE NOW ABOUT SUSTAINABLE ENERGY-EFFICIENT OPTIONS THAT COULD CUT YOUR HOT WATER BILL BY 75%

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TABLE OF CONTENTS • Mysterious Mork's Mishap • Mork in hospital IN OTHER NEWS COVID UPDATE

We are very pleased to have been able to open our doors to clients and would like to thank you very much for your cooperation with the COVID rules.

We are able to have 4 people in the waiting room at any one time.

We are now relaxing the telephone from the car park rule but would ask you check how many people are in the waiting room before entering.

Hand disinfectant is available at the front door.

M y s t e r i o u s Mork's Mishap

Mork became a clinic regular and favourite recently after he was rushed into the clinic unable to stand on his hind legs. He was found early one morning after escaping during the night and he had luckily dragged himself under cover. Having recently been in for his course of kitten vaccinations and his desexing operation only five days earlier, his cute little face had already won many hearts so we were all sad to see Mork injured.

Mork in hospital

Ever stoic, Mork was happy when he arrived and greeted everyone with his cute face and loud purrs.

However, his set of radiographs taken showed some shocking injuries - Mork had sustained bilateral (both sides) fractures of his femurs!

Femurs are the main thigh bone in your legs and he had sustained complete fracture of both femurs just above the stifle (Knee).

Luckily his pelvis, hip joints and lower limbs were completely fine and even more oddly, besides some brusing, there was no other external wounds on him.

There are many different options for fracture repair ranging from external fixation, pins and crosswire through to plating or a combination of these. The selection of which repair technique to choose depends on factors including where the fracture/s are in relation to a joint, the type of break in the bone, how reduceable (able to get the end back together) the fracture is, how long since the break occurred, the activity level of the patient, and the desired return of function for the patient. Being such a lovely cat, his owners did not hesitate to have Mork go to surgery and his broken legs pinned back together.

The femur is a bone referred to as a long bone.

It consists of the outer covering-the periosteum, the next layer is the hard compact bone, the following layer is cancellous (spongy) bone and finally the internal 'hollow' part is marrow, where new red blood cells and white blood cells are made and stored. The two ends of the bone are called

Leigh News 31 Cat Breeding Season

Cats are breeding machines.

Cats in the breeding season have continual breeding cycles throughout the summer months.

These cycles repeat every 3 weeks unless the queen is mated.

Desexing your cat will remove the problem of unwanted litters and overpopulation.

A desexed cat is less likely to roam, reducing the risk of becoming lost or hit by a car.

Desexed cats are better protected from certain illness and diseases.

There is no benefit in letting a female have one litter before being desexed.

Desexing is a day stay procedure. Our Vets operate every week day.

Contact the clinic if you require further information or to book your cat in for surgery.

the trochanter up near the hip and the condyles down towards the knee. For best healing of the bone, you want to try to get all the fragments of bone back together as close as possible to get the fastest repair.

So Dr. Peter and Dr Kelly set about the task of repairing not one, but two broken legs! His first surgery required each leg to have two pins inserted from up near the trochanter through the skin, down the shaft and marrow of the bone, collect broken and displaced sections and fix the end of the pin towards the condyl of the femur. Two pins were required for each leg to act a bit like a cross and anchor - only one pin might mean the broken end of the bone could spin around on the long axis and not hold firmly in place. So the second pin was needed to act as an anchor and hold all the fragments in place.

The following radiographs show the placement of the pins, bringing the sections of bone together nicely. After the radiographs were taken to confirm placement, the long end of the pins sticking out from his hips were cut flush with the skin.

His legs were then bandaged to help add support and allow his bones to heal.

Over the coming weeks,

and a few bandage changes, radiographs were taken again to assess his healing and fantastically, the two end of the bones had formed a callus and no gap could be seen !!

It was determined that healing was sufficient and his pins were removed and Mork was very happy to finally have his bandages off!! Safe to say he is now s t r i c t l y inside.

24 Hour Care 7 days a week Clinic Hours: Monday - Friday 7.30am – 6.30pm Saturday 8.00am – 1.00pm Telephone: 03 52811 221 After Hours: 0407 811 222

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ARE YOU LOOKING FOR SEKA POWELL?

SEKA POWELL Residential Sales

With over 18 years in real estate, Seka Powell’s experience, energy, and ethics are vital ingredients in a winning recipe that consistently achieves the best possible results for her clients.

Seka is passionate about looking after people and as such she has built a solid and loyal community of vendors and purchasers who seek her out whenever they need to buy or sell property, or indeed if they just need some genuine and friendly expert advice. Through her work and attitude, Seka has made many friends from all walks of life. Her clients consistently testify to the quality of Seka’s knowledge and her dedication to open, regular communication, both of which help her clients make informed decisions about what are often the largest investments they will ever make.

Her integrity and comprehensive service is a point of difference in the field and her ability to listen, understand and problem solve ultimately delivers outstanding results based on her clients’ wants and needs.

Seka over the years has been involved in many charity events, including raising tens of thousands of dollars for adolescent mental health.

To discuss the sale of your property, call Seka today! t. 03 5224 2204 m. 0409 235 245 e. seka@gartland.com.au www.gartland.com.au

33 Leigh News Ken McDonald Ken McDonald YOUR LOCAL AGENT Before you list your property with an agent, ask yourself: • How well does your agent know the area? • Does your agent live locally?

This agent does! A LOCAL, SELLING LOCALLY Ken has had an active eight years in the Real Estate industry, with many satisfied clients in and around this area. Ken has previously worked in roles within the grain and agricultural industry, for 20 years working locally and further afield.

Ken believes that the path to long term personal satisfaction, within the Real Estate industry, includes honesty and ethics, the ability to negotiate therefore getting the best possible outcome for vendors and purchasers alike. This has resulted in many loyal clients returning to Ken for the sale of their most valuable investment and enthusiastic testimonials from his numerous happy clients as well as referrals to their friends and family.

Contact: Ken McDonald 0418 524 150 | 03 5229 8017

Thanks to Ross & Caroline Wilson of Shelford and also to Mora Leach of Inverleigh for faithfully supplying the monthly rainfall figures.

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35 Leigh News OPENING TIMES

MON, WED, FRI

08:30am to 4:30pm

SATURDAY

09:00am to 1:30pm

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CLOSED ALL PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

Phone: 52811182 Mobile: 0407080909

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DES GUINANE FCPA

PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT & TAX CONSULTANT For appointment office phone

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or Gheringhap, Bannockburn 5281 1474 (A/H)

GO HARD CONCRETING specializing in all forms of concreting for free Quotes contact

Ray Sarcevic Mobile: 0418 524 661

Danny’s Firewood & Tree Ser vices *Sugar Gum Firewood.

4.5 mtr Trailer or 8 mtr Truck......... "delivered" *Tree Removal and Clean Up *Paddock Clean Up *Telehandler with Elevated Work Platform & Log Grab *13 tonne excavator, *small kubota tractor with grab *13 mtr cherry picker. *Firewood Processor, Wood Splitter & Saw Bench Contact: Danny Busbridge 0438 355 383

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16 High Street Bannockburn VIC 3331 Tel: 03 5281 1481 Fax: 03 5281 1978 www.bannockburnsurgery.com.au Dr Cameron Profitt Dr Margaret Somerville Dr Andrew Bell Dr Samantha Buchholz Dr John Henderson Dr Carolyn Grigg Dr Benjamin Fry Dr Rupali Jain COVID 19 During these times our practice opening hours vary significantly. Please phone the clinic or book online for all available appointments.

Bannockburn Surgery is a fully accredited medical practice that provides comprehensive GP services and has been practising in the community for more than 30 years. Bannockburn Surgery is the largest practice in the shire.

We are an accredited teaching practice, training future GPs. Our current Registrar doctor is Dr Veronica Stubbs We also offer the following services Diabetes Education: Jessica O’Shannassy Precise Podiatry: Peter Angelucci Speech Pathology – Ceri Webb Q fever (Testing & Vaccines) Yellow fever (Vaccine) New patients welcome

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So whether you’re buying your first or next home, refinancing or investing, the Complete Home Loan has you covered.

Chat to a home loan specialist today, phone Community Bank Winchelsea on 03 5267 3189 or search Bendigo Bank home loans.

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CHRISTMAS TREES INVERLEIGH

Fresh Christmas Trees cut to order Open by appointment from 28th November Small - XLarge sizes available

Bring the kids & choose your own or delivery is available Message us via our Facebook page or call/text 0408 346 222 Follow us on facebook: Christmas Trees Inverleigh

Nick Tarbett ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

0403 640 880 ndtelectricalservices@gmail.com Specialising in all aspects of electrical services

39 Leigh News Dispute Resolution & Litigation Debt Collection Property Law Wills & Estates Powers of Attorney Business Law Family Law By appointment only

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GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE Date: Monday 26 October, 2020

NOMINATIONS OPEN: GOLDEN PLAINS AWARDS 2020 Nominations are now open for the Golden Plains Shire Council Community Awards 2020.

The Golden Plains Shire Council Community Awards 2020 are an opportunity to formally acknowledge extraordinary individuals and community groups who make an outstanding contribution to Golden Plains Shire.

The 2020 Awards will be presented to three individuals: Citizen of the Year, Senior Citizen of the Year, and Young Citizen of the Year. In addition, the Community Impact Award recognises the valuable contribution of a community event, project, group or team.

Nominee achievements are welcome in fields including community service, arts and culture, environment, business, economic development and sport.

Golden Plains Shire Council CEO Eric Braslis encourages Shire residents to nominate their local leaders, neighbours and colleagues to recognise the valuable contribution they make to life in Golden Plains.

“This year has been unique and Council wants to recognise local people who have supported their neighbours and communities during this difficult time. The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic have highlighted the valuable contributions of those who, every day, help to make Golden Plains Shire a wonderful place to call home.

“In 2020, there are have been remarkable stories of service to the community and Council asks all residents to thank and honour these individuals and groups with a nomination for the Golden Plains Shire Council Community Awards.”

Nominations for the Golden Plains Shire Council Community Awards 2020 are open from Monday 26 October to 5pm, Monday 23 November, 2020.

For a copy of the easy award nomination form, visit Council’s website at goldenplains.vic.gov.au or pick up a copy at a Council Customer Service Centre at 2 Pope St, Bannockburn or The Well, 19 Heales St, Smythesdale; open from 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

To submit a nomination, send the completed nomination form by email to events@gplains.vic.gov.au or post to Events & Engagement Officer, Golden Plains Shire Council, 2 Pope St, Bannockburn VIC 3331.

For more information about the GPSC Community Awards 2020, email events@gplains.vic.gov.au or call 5220 7111.

– ENDS – Released by: Eric Braslis, CEO, Golden Plains Shire Council Media contact: Susan Talpey, Coordinator Communications, Engagement and Advocacy, Golden Plains Shire Council P. 5220 7147 │M. 0421 923 399 │E. susan.talpey@gplains.vic.gov.au Golden Plains Shire Council News Hub │ Have Your Say projects │ Community events calendar

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47 Leigh News Directory of Clubs, Services and Organisations Below is a directory for clubs, organisations and services operating in Inverleigh, Teedale, Shelford and surrounding areas. If you are interested in obtaining further information about an organisation, please feel free to ring and have a chat with them. Any club or organisation who wishes to be listed, please forward details to us and we will include your listing. We would also appreciate being kept up to date with contact details

INVERLEIGH AREA Geelong & District Carriage Drivers Christa Jones 0408 342 403 gdcd.secretary@gmail.com Inverleigh Bowls Club Pres. Adrian Hurring 0418 593 849 Sec. Suzy Coleman 0431 080 977 Inverleigh Cemetery Trust Des Guinane. 0409 224 811 Inverleigh Cricket Club Pres: Marcus Warton ph. 0400 199 309 Inverleigh CWA Melissa Rutherford 0419 256 014 Inverleighcwa@gmail.com Inverleigh-Leigh Valley Lions Club Bill Hughes 5281 5391 inverleigh.lions@gmail.com Inverleigh Golf Club President: Greg Erwin & Jeremy Richardson Secretary: Dianne Morgan Phone: 5265 1575 Inverleigh Historical Society Katrina Robson 0400 527 352 Liz McDonald 5265 1270 Inverleigh Playgroup President: Suzy 0431 080 977 Secretary: Deb 0428 794 500 Inverleigh Progress Assoc.

President:Hilary Hamilton 5265 1384 Secretary: Luanne Thornton 5265 1256 Inverleigh Riding Club Leighdale Equestrian Centre Mark Mummery - 0437 807 675 or Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012 Inverleigh RSL Sub-Branch Pres. Malcom Johns.

5281 5253 Inverleigh Tennis Club Shane Lubcke 0410 483 690

Leigh District Landcare Group Sec: Maxine Campbell 5265 1210 Leigh District Riding Club Leesa Phone 5265 1024

Teesdale TOWN Club (Take off Weight Naturally) Jan Pope Ph: 5281 5138 Working Sheepdog Club Glenn Agnew 0427 325 905

SES Emergency 000

Victoria Park Reserve Bookings, Denise Cook ph. 0419 103 196 MURGHEBOLUC AREA. Murgheboluc Recreation Reserve.

Fiona Inglis. 0421 679 770

Windstorm and Flood 132 500 Controller: Nathan Hansford Mob: 0409 811 138

SHELFORD AREA Shelford Cricket Club William Green (Pres) 0416 575 367 Andrew Clarke (VPres) 0439 634 891 Shelford Progress Association Pres: Heather Stone 5281 3241 Sec: Glenn Jeffery 0413 317 779

EMERGENCY Police, Ambulance, Fire, SES

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LifeLine 5222 2233 or 13 11 14 B’burn Surgery 5281 1481

TEESDALE AREA Before and After School Care from 7.30am to 8.45am. - 3.15pm to 6pm Teesdale Primary. 5281 5218

Power Failure 13 24 12

Leighdale Equestrian Centre Mark Mummery - 0437 807 675 or Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012

Teesdale Branch Liberal Party Charlie Hartup 5281 5222 Teesdale Cricket Club Alister Woods. 0439 395 456

B’burn Taxi 5281 1777 Barwon Water 1300 656 007

CWA Native Hut Branch Shirley Wild Ph: 5281 5354

Leighdale Pony Club Inc. Pres: Tom McCann 5265 1169 Sec: Sue Moran 0437 914 454

B’burn Vet 5281 1221

Geelong Hospital Accident & Emergency 5226 7564 Golden Plains Equine Vets 0437 467 097 Golden Plains Medical Centre 5281 2320 Wildlife Rescue 0500 540 000 Women’s Domestic Violence

Advertisers Index Accountant 18,36 Ag Spraying 8 Antennas 27 Banking 37 Beauty Salon 1` Builder 21 Butcher 17 Cartage 28 Cafe & Store 35 CCTV & Alarms 44 CFA Roster 14 Chemist 7,42 Christmas Trees 38 Church Notices 25 Clotheslines 34 Compost 9 Concreting 36 CWA 25 Data Cabling 44 Dental 18 Doctor & Health Serv.

18,37,41 Driver Tuition 28 Earthmoving 14 Electrician 11,38 Equine 41 Excavation 11 Firewood 36 Flowers 18 Food Swaps 24 Funeral Director 19 Grain 33 Garden Supplies 35 Hall Hire 25 Hot Water 28 Interior Design 11 Justice of the Peace 24 Legal Services 39 Motor Mechanic 39 Mowers 44 NBN Setup 44 OSHC 24 Painter & Decorator 34,43 Playgroup 27 Plumbing Services 13,19,39,43 Probus 27 Rainfall 33 Real Est. 7,32,33,48 Skip Bin Hire 27 Seniors 13 Septic Services 31 Smug Rugs 38 Taxi 9 Tax Returns 43 Towing 17 Tree Services 36 Tyres 43 Veterinary 30,31 Wool Buyers & Brokers 43

An independent Crisis Service 1800agency 015 188 specialising in quality residential Shire Ranger 5220 7111 Teesdale Sporting Complex and rural lifestyle property.

Mrs Kay Hower. 5281 5389 Teesdale Pre School Mandy Bartlett. 5281 5488

Teesdale Tennis Club Mrs Judy Evans. 5281 5328

The teamIf you can trust for your you would like your Club Service included in this directory, or real orifestate needs...

Teesdale Community Hall you need to update any details above, Dale Smithyman 5281 5486

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