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An Inverleigh Progress Association Publication ISSN 0313-8453

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AUGUST 2021

Volume 47 Number 7

2 Leigh News WHAT'S ON? 7th August 2nd August 12th August 29th August 5th September 7th September

Bunnings BBQ for Teesdale Primary School. P14 Probus P24 Seniors P21 Adult Golf Clinics P11 Junior Golf Clinics P11 Victoria Park Inverleigh AGM P16

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.

Town Entrance Signs. IPA worked for many years to procure the 2 Entrance Signs (Hamilton Highway East and West) welcoming travellers to our town.

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 the Historical Society in mind as they sorted through their own collections.

We undertake many interesting projects and have enjoyable meetings, which you are welcome to attend.

meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall

0n the 4th Tuesday of each Month @ 2pm

(Except December & January) VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME

Convenor - Bronwyn Price, Secretary - Christine Windle, 0403 267 286, inverleighhistsoc@gmail.com

Peter’s Editorial

It has been a very cold winter so far, or is it just that I'm getting older?

And the rainfall has been very steady too. I am starting to see canola crops showing a few flowers too. So, the circle of life continues, despite all the challenges we are facing.

I have added a photo of the Federation Bridge to the front cover, partly to keep a record of the work that has just been done (it was very recently repainted), but to acknowledge the important link this is for the Inverleigh Community, especially the children going to and from school. I have made the Council aware of some further maintenance required on some of the low level wires too, and will follow up this item next month to make sure it is progressing to the top of the "to do" list. Keep warm every body and stay safe. I was able to have my second vaccine for Covid 19 on Tuesday, with no side effects. Look out for each other, particularly the elderly, and don't be afraid to help when you can.

Lions Club Changeover

The Leigh Valley Lions Club held their change over dinner at the Inverleigh Bowls club on Wednesday 14 July.

Joining with club members & their partners were Past District Governor Phillip Johnson with wife Anne & guest speaker Akol Tut.

All office bearers continue in their current roles for the next 12 months:• President Stuart Platt • Vice President Kevin McDonald • Secretary Keith Robson • Treasurer Ralph Smith

Guest speaker Akol Tut held those present in awe as he told of his past life experiences which were unimaginable to most Australians.

Akol came here from South Sudan aged 21 about 13 years ago after spending several years in a refugee camp, surviving on one meal of corn a day.

He is currently working as a security guard but his ambition is to become a police officer working as a liaison presence between the police & the South Sudanese youth, some of whom are over represented in crime.

Akol explained that in South Sudan, mothers were responsible for the discipline of girls, fathers responsible for the boys & discipline is strict. Australia is a much

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Lions president Stuart Platt, Akol Tut & Past District Governor Phillip Jonson. freer society, many of the youth don’t have fathers, tend to follow bad influences & mothers have difficulty controlling their children– Akol can speak all South Sudanese languages. At about 190cm, slim & imposing, there is little doubt that he would have a beneficial effect.

Geoff Wild.

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Council’s Customer Service Centres, 2 Pope Street, Bannockburn and 19 Heales Street, Smythesdale

Town

Stop location

Bannockburn

Bannockburn Plaza, 6 High St

Teesdale Inverleigh

Linton Takeaway

Scarsdale General Store

Inverleigh General Store

Teesdale General Store and Post Office

Smythesdale Post Office

Ross Creek General Store

Bannockburn Post Office

Cape Clear Store

9.30am

12.25pm

3.05pm

Teesdale General Store, 1071 Bannockburn-Shelford Rd

9.42am

12.37pm

3.17pm

9.56am

12.51pm

3.31pm

Shelford

Inverleigh Public Hall, 71 High St Shelford Community Board, corner of Rokewood-Shelford Rd & The Parade Rd

10.10am

1.05pm

3.45pm

Teesdale

Teesdale General Store, 1071 Bannockburn-Shelford Rd

10.19am

1.14pm

3.54pm

Bannockburn

Bannockburn Plaza, 6 High St

ARR.

10.28am

1.23pm

4.03pm

Bannockburn

Bannockburn Plaza, 6 High St

DEP.

10.45am

1.40pm

Batesford

Corner of Midland Hwy & Bridge St

10.58am

1.53pm

Geelong

Geelong Waterfront Skate Park, Western Foreshore Rd

11.27am

2.22pm

Batesford

Corner of Midland Hwy & River St

11.44am

2.39pm

Bannockburn

Bannockburn Plaza, 6 High St

11.54am

2.49pm

Shelford

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Healthy Active Living Grants Linton and District Progress Association

Community Seating and Gardening Group Equipment

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Inverleigh Cemetery Trust

Seating for Rest and Reflection

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Lethbridge Public Hall

Replacement of Ovens

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Meredith History Interest Group

Connecting the Past while looking to the Future

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Smythesdale Community Planning Music at the Market Group

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Environment and Sustainability Grants Inverleigh Progress Association

Open Space Mower Replacement

Inverleigh Primary School Gardening Group

Raised Beds for Edible Garden Project

$10,000 $1,600

Community Safety Grants Linton and District Progress Association

Linton Community Safety Plan Connecting Community and Leaders

Smythesdale Progress Association Shower Ventilation Project

$6,000 $800

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G'day from the penners for this month. We hope you are all keeping warm during this cold spell. Unfortunately CoVid has reared it's ugly head again and it seems that NSW is copping it this time. Just as soon as we peep out from under the face mask the virus sees us and attacks. To everyone who has relatives and friends in the state, including me, all we can do is try to support them and stay in touch as best we can. Thankfully with our modern communication systems this is fairly easy.

This month we are profiling Peter, one of our original members and a writer who likes to keep us all guessing with his left of centre tangents. Just when you have his style all figured out he will throw a curve ball at group and send us into unknown territory. His unique thought patterns of our homework subjects and also in our class writings he keeps us all amused and always wondering where he will will lead us.

Peter has a passion for animal life and he shares his home with numerous chickens, ducks and geese, not to mention his lively little dog Banjo and his ginger cat Milo. He also loves gardening and his vege patch.

Peter is also a mad model car maker and has had lots featured on model face book pages. He once told me he had over 700 models. Wow is all I can say. Along with his busy day to day life, feeding animals, model building, gardening and writing, he also is an avid reader. His family home is filled with bookcases that are filled to the brim with books.

As a child he would frequent the second hand bookshops in his local area and spend his pocket money on books.

This poem by Peter was published in our 2nd book “Gathering Gum Leaves” which was released in 2016.

Do Not Take My Joy

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

Your efforts are very much appreciated.

Do not take my joy.

I find it in such simple things: The light on leaves, the rush of wings, The fresh cool feel of morning air, The rooster crow from who knows where.

The chatter from the aviary, The cocky calling from the tree.

The open space, the history, Life's a gentle mystery.

Do not take my joy.

Leave me to my peace.

Tell me not of wars or hate.

Leave those things outside my gate.

It is not that I do not care; I cannot cope with everywhere.

This world so vast, my self so small I must set limits to it all.

Maybe not where yours would be; We're not the same though, you and me.

Leave me to my peace.

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AUGUST 2021 CALENDAR

though there were probably several more in front any of the “…..three general stores, baker, butcher, two blacksmith shops, and a hotel also a Mechanics' Institute and library.

There are two motor garages, four churches, and a railway station…..”

(Aileen Phillips aged 12, ‘Advocate’ 11.6. 1931 - Trove)

HITCHING RAIL – HIGH STREET

The images in the calendar this month shows a scene of High Street looking west taken in approximately 1910 and another taken over 100 years later.

The older image shows an unsealed road along the front of the bluestone building on the left - H. Allen’s Western Stores and a little further along is the curved veranda of McDonald’s the butchers.

The later image shows the updated Western Stores that have become a pharmacy and a real estate agents office.

Several other “spot the differences” include the installation of the power lines (this was in c1956), the paving of the footpaths, driveways and roads, the growth of the trees and lack of tree guards and the amount of signage, including the CFA sign, now deemed ‘necessary’. The houses and Anglican Church on the right are still visible through the larger trees.

The lone wagon being pulled by the team of six horses is certainly different to the constant passing of today’s transport including cars, vans, farm machinery and trucks (a considerable number of them ‘B’ doubles).

The third image is of the hitching rail that is in front of the CFA station formerly the site of a councillor’s residence. This is the last surviving one in the town al-

Blacksmiths were in great demand when the main transport was either by riding horses or having a team of horses pulling various types of wagons or buggies. Smithies were able to create objects primarily from wrought iron or steel, but sometimes from other metals b forging the metal, using tools to hammer, bend and cut , producing objects such as horse shoes, gates, grilles, railings, light fixtures, furniture, sculpture, tools, agricultural implements, decorative and religious items, cooking utensils, and weapons.

Over the years there have been four different blacksmiths in the town: McNaughton’s, Haygarth’s, Costain’s (at Craigneish) and the last surviving one was Jack Allen’s. Jack Allen operated his forge and workshop from the house on the right (in the older image) with the smoke coming from the chimney. When he was using his hammer on the anvil the clang, clang, clanging could be heard at the school. Later, as cars became the preferred mode of travel, his blacksmithing was to supplemented by going to work at the cement works in Fyansford, with the shoeing of horses done at the weekend. Jack was able to turn his hand also to repairs to other horse equipment and repairs to farm machinery.

I have lived at this house for some years and whenever there is some digging required horse shoes have been found from a small Shetland size to the much bigger Clydesdale size, also various other pieces of metalwork, even a buggy frame under some blackberries.

Submitted by Bronwyn Price

Come and join the fun Have you seen groups of people exercising around Inverleigh at the football club, netball courts or the park?

Achieve Active is a local fitness business that has been running in Inverleigh for the past 5 years.

The local community has embraced the opportunity, with over 60 members ranging from 20 to 70 years old.

Exercise is not only needed to maintain health, fitness and muscle tone, but also our mental health. It is well established that staying active can give you more energy, improve your sleep, and help manage stress. With us all living though Covid 19, staying active is more important now than ever before.

The group is a very social group, with a social event every 10 weeks for everyone to get together and interact in a social setting as well. There have been numerous new friendships develop through the group, and it’s a great way to meet other locals, all while staying active. Sessions are fun, always different, and increase your fitness all while working alongside other likeminded individuals.

Fitness classes are open to all fitness levels and abilities, with a variety of sessions, day and night, from strength, high intensity interval training (HIIT), boxing, cardio, body weight sessions and also a low impact group.

If you are interested in finding out more you can find them on facebook at www.facebook.com/ groups/achieveactive or you can email Narelle at narelle@acheiveag.com.au or Ph 0401 873 166

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Article from Rev. Dr. Timothy Smith Anglican Church Inverleigh, Bannockburn & Meredith.

Law and Freedom

travel and to work. My free choice has denied another

There is that perennial question, “What came first, person their freedom. So I choose to obey the law and the chicken or the egg?” Anybody with an interest in ge- be fined if I am caught breaking it.

In the Christian tradition we speak of original netics and evolution would have to answer, “The egg.” But sin.

By this we mean the good individual human nawe have always thought of this question as rhetorical; it invites us to ask questions and lead us to change our minds. ture is corrupted by a desire to think the world rotates around our self; can be self-centred. Because of this This kind of question relates to law and freedom, that is, tendency of self-centredness we think only of our per“What comes first, law or freedom?” It is this question, I sonal freedoms and not the imposition our freedom has think, which is stirring in our minds as we witness those on others’ freedom. who gather to protest against lockdown displaying signs

Freedom comes first, it is a human right, but asking for their freedom and their rights while we stay at we need to put laws in place to protect us from making home. those self-centred choices that take away the freedom

I have heard those in authority in media reports of others. Freedom for all sometimes means surrenderstating the reason lockdown protesters should not gathing, even sacrificing, our individual freedom. This is er is because it is against the law to do so. But, why is it why we are instinctively disturbed by those who gather against the law? In a true democracy we are encouraged to protest against lockdown and risking why we are to voice our protestations. Perhaps it is because we see staying at home not just to protect ourselves, but also law and freedom as opposites. protect others within our community.

I think law and freedom go hand in hand. Laws are made to ensure we have freedom. I make this claim The Revd Dr Timothy Smith because I think that there is no freedom if another person’s freedom takes away my freedom. If I can extrapolate Priest in Charge Anglican Parish of Inverleigh+Bannockburn+Meredith this idea: I am free to disobey a red traffic light, but to www.goldenplainsanglican.org do so will cause an accident and another person may be injured, their car damaged, and they are no longer free to

GOLF RESULT – JULY 2021 26th June Men- Medal Day Stroke S. Wemyss 70nett, A. Smith 73nett c/b D. Brown 73nett.

Longest Drive G. Smith O/65yrs D. Brown Medal Winner S. Wemyss.

7th July Ladies Medal Day Stroke.

M. Peel 118-45-73, L. Richardson 91-16-75, G.Steven 109-33-76, D. Nicholls 93-16-77 N.T.P 3rd & 8th L. Richardson, Putting R. Fatone & D. Nicholls 22putts 14th July, Ladies Stableford L. Richardson 34pts, R. Fatone 27pts c/b G. Stevens 27, A. Waayers 25pts.

N.T.P. 8th L. Richardson.

DID YOU KNOW:

that if you have a Medical Appointment with a specialist in Melbourne, you are able to claim a: "Rural Travel reimbursement". Just ask your Medical Specialist for a form to make your claim.

Inverleigh Golf Club

CLINICS ARE COMING! Adult - beginner and refresher - Sun 29th August Juniors - Sun. 5th Sept Times and details soon on website and on signage and posters around town.

DID YOU KNOW:

That there is to be a trial for bus services in our area.

Please check out the details on page 4 of this edition.

It just might suit your circumstances.

DID YOU KNOW:

"Arachibutyrophobia" is the fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of your mouth.

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POLICE REPORT FOR JULY 2021

Hello all,

While I am writing this article we are currently undergoing another COVID lockdown which has just been extended. Obviously we have had several of these over recent times and we all should be aware that they may be an ongoing measure. Please keep aware of current COVID movement restrictions and requirements (masks etc) as we move forward best through the Victorian Government DHS website. There are obviously QR codes displayed at most businesses and venues which are required to be used or otherwise use the manual sign in methods if you do not have an appropriate phone application. Please wear the masks when required.

Common Road and speeding vehicles is still an ongoing issue and I will continue to actively patrol the road and the ever increasing traffic that uses the road. There has recently been some publicity in the Geelong advertiser over the traffic volumes, speed zone and deceased wildlife on the road especially in the 100 km/h zone and I understand the council may be reviewing the speed limit. In the mean time please take care on the road and be aware of wildlife that may appear in front of you on this road or on the nearby Inverleigh Teesdale Road running through the Common

I had leave during the recent school holidays but since returning I have already detected numerous speeding motorists including four excessive speeders doing 97, 96, 99 & 91 in the 60 km/h zone especially on a recent Friday night. Those four motorists had their licences suspended for between 3 and 6 months.

Be aware that the Police vehicle is fitted with a camera which records vehicles speeds from the radar and I also wear a camera which records interactions and is reviewed. The readings on the PBT are also recorded and regularly downloaded.

If a motorist is caught doing more than 25 km/h

over the speed limit the fine is currently $500 and the licence is suspended for a 3 month period!! Excess of 35 km/h is $682 and suspension of 6 months, 45 km/h plus is $909 and suspension of 12 months. Breath alcohol .05 and above is a cancellation of licence for 3 months. Between .07 and .10 is 6 months cancellation. Over .10 is basically an extra month for every .01. I have also been asked a few times recently, ‘Is there a licence that allows people to drive just for work, to pick up kids etc’. There is no such thing, if your licence is suspended/cancelled you cannot drive during the suspension/cancellation period otherwise it is court.

I have noted and had reports on the Hamilton Hwy Inverleigh of a 100 km/h sign at the rail crossing facing the wrong way giving motorists heading West the impression the crossing might be 100 km/h zone after just having gone past the two sets of 80 signs. I have notified Vic Roads. Please continue to obey the 80 zone as it has not changed.

I have also had requests from people suggesting the give way sign in Winchelsea Road (Dundas Street) at the Hamilton Hwy needs to be a stop sign after recent collisions at the intersection. I have passed on the concerns to the Golden Plains council who will liase with Vic Roads.

I have reports of unregistered cars and motorcycles driving around the Teesdale Turtle bend area and recently issued several fines to a youth thanks to video from a Teesdale resident.

If you have footage of offending motorists often I can prosecute so please let me know it could prevent a future collision.

Please continue to look out for each other during the lockdowns and keep communication up to those who might be feeling very isolated.

Keep safe, Chris

INTERIOR STYLIST Hello, My name is Alicia and I’m an interior stylist based in Inverleigh.

I help you achieve your vision for your new build or renovation through good design.

I’m passionate about helping you find your style so you can make confident choices for your home projects.

I spend time with you to understand your vision, listen to your requirements and guide you through the selection process.

Creating beautiful custom homes and spaces that tell your story is my mission Email me at info@aliciaflett.com.au and follow along on instagram: @aliciaflett_

Leigh News 13 ALICIA FLETT INTERIOR STYLIST NEW BUILDS RENOVATIONS INTERIOR & EXTERIOR SELECTIONS

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14 Leigh News Student Led Conferences Student Led Conferences will take place later in Term 3, with a date to be determined once we have greater certainty around our capacity to have families attend on site. The purpose of these conferences will be for students to share work samples from their term 3 learning pack, similar to the pack that went home in term 1.

Covered Outdoor Learning Area Over the school holidays, our new Covered Outdoor Learning Area (COLA) was installed. This will be a fantastic facility for us for many years to provide shade and shelter for recess times, outdoor curriculum activities and whole school events. Thank you to our School Council for their support in organising this build over the past 18 months.

Parents’ Club The response to this fundraiser has been phenomenal and thank you to everyone who has contributed! In the end over 1000 tubs were sold and there are certainly some very impressive cookie dough sellers out there who will be receiv-

TEESDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL

ing some fantastic prizes! The Parents’ Club has raised approximately $3000 from this event!

Congratulations and thank you to our dedicated parent volunteers.

Important Dates Saturday 7th August – Bunnings BBQ Monday 9th August – Cookie Dough Collection Day Friday 27th August – Curriculum Day 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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Victoria Park Inverleigh Est 1881

President: Steve Cook Ph: 0419 103158 – Secretary: Gail Hoiles Ph: 0417 361049

36 Main Street, Winchelsea Bulk Bills patients on Pension, Health Care Card and Children Enquires and Bookings please phone

03 52 928 028 or online www.winchmc.com.au

Office Cleaner Wanted

Southern Farming Systems is looking to hire a local cleaner for our office on High St Inverleigh and Trial Site Office on the corner of Brocks Rd & Hamilton Hwy, Inverleigh Flexible hours, every 2 weeks.

For more details please contact: Southern Farming Systems 03 5265 1666 or E:office@sfs.org.au

Victoria Park Inverleigh is a beautiful park in Park St. It is an asset and valuable green space in this town. We are asking that the local community take an interest in their community park upkeep and future. YOU as a local can do this by becoming a committee member and having a say. This Park has potential to accommodate more user groups, hold events and utilize this space more productively.

THE PARK NEEDS YOU. Notice is hereby given of a PUBLIC MEETING

To be held at Victoria Park on Tuesday 7th of September commencing at 1pm The purpose of the meeting is to nominate no less than three (3) or more than nine (9) persons as the Committee of Management for Victoria Park for a term of three years. The current committee’s term will expire 7th of September. All positions will be declared open, and nominations will be accepted prior or on the day.

Nominations from women, Aboriginal people, people with disabilities, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

Further information, nomination forms and nominee declaration forms may be obtained by contacting you’re your local Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning office or at the meeting.

For further inquiries please contact the Secretary, Gail Hoiles on 0417 361 049.

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More available in late September too.

Details next month.

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Men’s Shed benefits from grants

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The members of the Bannockburn & District Men’s Shed are very grateful for the support received over recent months from three sources providing valuable equipment for the shed: Major sponsor Stockdale & Leggo Bannockburn funded a $1500 Jointer/buzzer adding to the generous support given previously by Julie, Dean & staff.

Bannockburn Grants Committee provided $1688 for a metal bandsaw & pedestal drill – adding to previous valuable support from the committee funding much needed machinery.

Federal Government Stronger Communities program through local member Libby Coker provided $2670 for a laptop computer, hard drive & a printer/copier.

This great support gives members new tools & machines for learning new skills enabling the production of a greater scope of products & community projects. New members are always welcome.

Phone President Syd McConachy 0408 525 905

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INVERLEIGH SENIORS

Meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall @ Midday on 2nd Thursday each Month for a Meeting, guest speaker and afternoon tea.

4th Thursday each month for an outing.

Thursday 12th August @ Midday.

Light lunch provided for $5, Gardening Aust. segments re Kevin Hoffman Walk on big screen TV. Thursday 26th August we will have another outing for lunch.

Location to be advised later.

Meet at Hall midday to carpool, arriving 12:30 for more info: Pres. PeterT 0407 100 791 Sect.Joy Gray 5265 1566

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are held in INVERLEIGH on August 14th 9:30 to 10:00 @Sonny Cafe and in BANNOCKBURN @ St. Mary MacKillop School 4th Saturday each Month

CWA

NATIVE HUT NIGHT BRANCH Est. 14th July 2014

This branch meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm at Teesdale Hall, Main Road Teesdale.

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.

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 davostowing@gmail.com.

NOTICEBOARD ST PAULS SURPRISE SHOP INVERLEIGH During August all GREEN 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 The volunteers, who operate this shop welcome and thank you for your donations, which help many in the community by providing clothes and other goods at very reasonable prices.

It has been disappointing recently to receive some goods, particularly large plastic childrens’ toys with wheels and clothes, which are not in a condition to sell. They have to be disposed of by the volunteers, sometimes at considerable cost. A reminder that electrical goods cannot be donated as the shop cannot sell them.

So, please look carefully at your goods before donating them to us and if they are not in good condition dispose of them yourself.

Thank you.

Op Shop Volunteers

Golden Plains Baha’i Community

The Baha’i Faith upholds the oneness of God, the oneness of Religion and the oneness of mankind.

Religion should unite all hearts and bring spirituality and world peace.

The equality of men and women is essential to create peace.

Spiritual education for all.

We have no clergy as it is up to each person to investigate truth for himself.

“The earth is but one country and mankind its citizens” Baha’u’llah For more information: bahai.org or Bannockburn 52 812 102, Teesdale 52 815 143, or Ross Creek 53 420 286

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

Pres. Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313 Sect. Claire Heazelwood 0438 449 048 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

NOTICEBOARD

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: Best Guess assuming COVID-19 Restrictions allow gathering. Check with the office or Fr Charles to find out what is happening with Masses on any particular day.

Current COVID rules apply (density, hygiene, masks, distancing).

Congregation size may be restricted, possibly severely, so check ahead Masses at St. Joseph’s Live Streamed on Facebook: “Catholic Parish of Meredith St Josephs” Tue. 9am St. Mary MacKillop Church, Bannockburn Wed. 11am St. Joseph’s, Meredith Thu. 9am St. Mary MacKillop Church, Bannockburn with School Fri. 11am St. Joseph’s, Meredith Sat. 5 pm Vigil St. John the Baptist, Winchelsea Sun. 9 am St. Mary MacKillop, Bannockburn Sun. 1/8, 15/8, 29/8 11 am St. Joseph’s, Meredith Sun. 8/8. 22/8: 11 am St. Brigid's, Anakie Sun. 29/8, 4 pm Sacred Heart, Inverleigh 8/8 Dedication Mass at St.Mary MacKillop Church, Bannockburn, 11 am – If the Dedication Mass goes ahead.

This will be the only Mass in the Parish that weekend and all parishioners are encouraged to register and attend https://www.trybooking.com/BSMPO.

Other Sacraments: •Reconciliation, Anointing, Baptisms, Matrimony, Funerals call: 5286 1230 for details.

•Sacramental program (Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation) will be operating. Call the office for details/ timing/ enrolment for 2022.

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?

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

LEIGH PRESBYTERIAN PARISH Inverleigh Shelford Teesdale

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

(2 Corinthians 4.5)

Sunday Service at Inverleigh 10 am.

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

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

Phone 13 11 14

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Anglican Church Inverleigh Church Services each Sunday 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

Red Cross is able to begin meeting again in Inverleigh Public Hall at 1.30pm.

The dates for the year are as follows : August 9 at 12 noon for AGM, October 11. December 13.

(Xmas Lunch to be decided.)

Sec Cathy Altmann 0409 024 578 President &Chairperson: Barb Meek 0409 050 046

Inverleigh Hall Hall Hire Contact 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 Brooke for details of meeting times once restrictions ease. inverleighcwa@gmail.com or Brooke Wauchope Ph 0431 006 761

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

Tai Chi @

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

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

We meet the 3rd Sunday of every month for our ride day

Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday’s , 9.30am - 1.30pm At Teesdale Community Hall

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.

*BYO craft and lunch *Tea & Coffee provided.

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

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 BANNOCKBURN & DISTRICT COMBINED PROBUS CLUB

Meredith And District Motor Cycle Club

Probus update for

AUGUST 2021

(NO RACING AND NO QUADS /4 WHEELERS)

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

the Scrap Bin is OPEN at present.

INVERLEIGH SING SESH

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

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

WHO CAN I TALK TO?

Monday 2nd August. Lunch Meeting.

Thursday 19th August. Lunch at Meredith Hotel.

24 Hour telephone counselling

For more information please call: President: Ann Hancock 0410 453 958 Secretary: Sandra Bance 5210 7777 "bannockburnprobus@gmail.com"

Phone 13 11 14

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Matthew Carr Painter & Decorator

Interior, Exterior, Repaints and Wallpapering Fully qualified Quality workmanship

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Phone: 4217 3810 We are open: Tuesday's 9am till 7:30pm Friday's 9am to 4pm Saturdays: by appointment.

Appointments for ALL Childrens needs are available during the School Holidays.

Tuesday's 9am to 7:30pm Friday's 9am to 4pm Winter Sports are approaching too.

Make an appointment now for Mouth Guards

0438 559 635 8 McCallum Rd Inverleigh

General & Children's Dentistry Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry Dentures - new, repairs & relines

Creating bright smiles for the whole family

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Winchelsea: 22 Willis Street

Postal: P.O. Box 40, Winchelsea 3241 Tel: (03) 5267 2673 Fax: (03) 5267 2465 Email: winch@surftax.com.au Certified Practicing Accountants

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

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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

Paul Corcoran 0416 491 546 Paul O Grady 0414 932 018

57 Rankin Road, Inverleigh.

Instagram @paulsbricklayinggeelong Email: paulsbricklayinggeelong@gmail.com

MUSHROOM COMPOST is now available Contact Peter or Dianne 5265 1757 or 0418 514 926 to arrange for pick up from Inverleigh Shelford Road INVERLEIGH

PERSONALISED SERVICE 24 HOURS Phone 13 19 24

NOW AVAILABLE 8 Seater maxi-cab, plus wheelchair access

$4 per Bag or $50 per M3

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TABLE OF CONTENTS • Clyde's Close Call • Clyde's Radiographs IN OTHER NEWS

Dental Disease

Just as we look after our teeth to prevent plaque and dental disease, we also have to care for our pet's teeth. Just like us, dental disease in our pets occurs when plaque builds up on their teeth each day and isn't cleaned. Bacteria and saliva stick to our pet's teeth and form a layer of plaque which is responsible for that furry feeling that we get when we don't brush our teeth.

Over time, plaque hardens into tartar and together will grow into and under your pet's gums, causing gingivitis, halitosis (bad breath), leading to pain and tooth loss ,which left untreated, can contribute to certain kidney, liver and heart problems.

More than 85% of dogs and cats over four years of age have some form of peridontal disease. Some of the signs to look out for are listed below.

* Bad breath * Excessive drooling * Pawing at mouth * Reluctance to chew hard food * Pain when handled around head * Facial swelling

Clyde's Close Call

Clyde is a spectacular species of bird known as a Quaker Parrot. As pretty as his plumage is, he has a character and personality to match his looks. The breed of bird is known for their charming, comical personalities and their willingness to learn human speech. They also adapt well to becoming a part of their human flock. So Clyde's Mum was very distraught when she came home one day to find Clyde could not bear any weight on his left leg and he was not being his ususal chatty self.

Clyde was brought down to see Dr. Kylie and it was evident from the angle his leg was pointing that Clyde had a broken leg. A broken leg in a bird can be an emergency not only from blood loss from the broken bone but also the shock associated with pain. Radiographs were taken of Clyde's leg to assess the degree of damage/type of fracture and to then determine if there were treatment options for Clyde. Weighing in at only 960grams, handling Clyde had to be gentle and to ensure safe handling, Clyde was gaseously anaesthetised for any x-rays and procedures we did.

The evolution of birds and their bones shows many unique adaptions, mostly aiding in the ability to fly. Brids have a light skeletal system where bones are hollow (pneumatized) with criss-crossing struts or trusses to provide the structural strength, rather than dense bone with marrow like in us and other mammals. Because of these hollow bones, a brids skeleton account for only about 5% of its total body wieght! The leg bones of birds are the heaviest, contributing to a low centre of gravity, which aids in flight.

Clyde's Radiographs

The radiograph taken of Clyde's leg revealed a fracture to his tibiotarsus- birds have a fused tibia and fibula compared to mammalian species. This bone is also the most common area to break in trauma related incidents. The break was a full thickness, moderately displaced (the bones were apart) fracture that also involved some rotation of the bones -hence it pointing the wrong way. Using match sticks on either side of

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If you think your pet is showing the signs of peridontal disease it is important that treatment is started before any irreversible changes occur.

Treating peridontal disease involves thorough scaling and flushing to remove tartar, plaque and infection. Any loose or badly infected teeth are removed.

The teeth are then polished to help reduce future plaque build up.

Antibiotics and pain relief are administered at the time of the dental procedure and dispensed at discharge.

DENTAL MONTH!

During August we are offering 20% discount on all dental check ups and procedures.

Contact the clinic on 52811 221 to book an appointment to have a dental check.

Dental Products

There are lots of things you can do and products available to maintain your pets healthy teeth and gums. Listed below are a few of the products we recommend.

Hills Prescription Diet T/d is clinically proven, uniquely formulted dental diet for adult dogs to effectively reduce plaque and tartar development.

Greenies Dental Treats are a nutritionally balanced treat with demostated efficancy in controlling plaque and tartar build up.

Oravet Dental Chews are dual action. The chewing action removes plaque and then forms a protective barrier over the tooth to help prevent reattachment of plaque.

the leg, a stabilising bandage was placed on Clyde's leg for 1 week to allow swelling and bruising to settle. Clyde was comfortable and happy with his leg stabilised and was even able to ambulate around with his peg leg!

After a week a new, lighter and more manoeuvrable splint was applied to Clyde's leg. The original splint had helped to immobilise the leg but now we needed to release Clyde's foot so that his toes were able to move. Not only did this mean his toes were not locked in an unnatural position, but it also encouraged him to use his foot which would then promote bone healing over the fracture site. This new bandage used the match sticks again and some strong tape-casting this leg was certainly a different experience to when a dog or cats leg is cast as we use fibreglass to splint or cast mammals legs. Within the week, Clyde was walking well on the foot, even attempting to 'step up' onto Mums finger as best he could with the movement the match sticks would allow.

Over some subsequent revisits to ensure progress, Clyde went on to show us how he could use his leg completely normally to eat his food-grasping it in his foot. He would also happily 'step up' onto Mums finger leading with the previously broken leg!

Clyde was so happy he was also back to chatting away. His Mum and Dad put together a lovely video of his progress from the initial cast through to the splint and the video culminated in Clyde saying thank you for Dr. Kylie!

We will post this video to our facebook page so you can see all the progress he went through.

Dr Kylie and Clyde

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Ride on Mowing, Rubbish Removal, Weeding, General Handy Man Jobs.

ABN, Fully Insured and an Inverleigh Local!

The Inverleigh Playgroupis a weekly communitu play session for children 0-4 years. The group is run by voluntyerrs and incorporates a range of activities and free play. The playgroup has a larhe selection of age appropriate for the children to play with each week

When: Every Wednesday during the school term.

Time: 9:30 to 11:30am.

Where: Inverleigh Public Hall, or as updated on out facebook page Contact: Anna May Kichakov (President) 0415 588 454

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DES GUINANE FCPA

PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT & TAX CONSULTANT For appointment office phone

5222 4811

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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Our new Complete Home Loan… …takes care of you completely. Great rates and 100% offset make the Complete Home Loan one of our most exciting home loans yet!

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

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7 Days A Week Noah Azzopardi Septic Tank Pumping

Services Available Acute Hospital Urgent Care Residential Aged Care Dementia Specific Care Home Care Packages Physiotherapy Dietician District Nursing Diabetes Education Occupational Therapy Planned Activity Groups Community Health Groups Palliative & Continence Care Podiatry Maternal Child Health

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For further information or to book a tour please call (03) 5267 1200

*Home Care covering Winchelsea, Beeac, Bannockburn and extended rural areas

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Rural & Residential Property Experts

Ken McDonald Licensed Estate Agent 0418 524 150

5 Retreat Road, Newtown |

Matt Poustie Sales Manager | Auctioneer 0400 902 146

Tony Hyde Licensed Estate Agent 0401 736 136

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Invoices have been sent to all key holders by post or email.

The annual fee is $44 for 2021.

This should be paid before the 31st March 2021 this being the end of the IPA financial year 2020-2021.

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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 Keith Robson 0408 270 107 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 President: Deema Johnston 5281 1106 Inverleigh Tennis Club Shane Lubcke 0410 483 690 Leigh District Landcare Group Sec: Maxine Campbell 5265 1210 Leigh District Riding Club Claire Heazelwood 0438 449 048

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

Fiona Inglis. 0421 679 770 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

TEESDALE AREA Before and After School Care from 7.30am to 8.45am. - 3.15pm to 6pm Teesdale Primary. 5281 5218 CWA Native Hut Branch Shirley Wild Ph: 5281 5354 Leighdale Equestrian Centre Mark Mummery - 0437 807 675 or Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012 Leighdale Pony Club Inc. Pres: Tom McCann 5265 1169 Sec: Sue Moran 0437 914 454 Teesdale Branch Liberal Party Charlie Hartup 5281 5222 Teesdale Cricket Club Alister Woods. 0439 395 456

SES Emergency 000 Windstorm and Flood 132 500 Controller: Nathan Hansford Mob: 0409 811 138

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LifeLine 5222 2233 or 13 11 14 B’burn Surgery 5281 1481 B’burn Vet 5281 1221 B’burn Taxi 5281 1777 Barwon Water 1300 656 007 Power Failure 13 24 12 Geelong Hospital Accident & Emergency 5226 7564

Teesdale Pre School Mandy Bartlett. 5281 5488 Teesdale Sporting Complex Mrs Kay Hower. 5281 5389 Teesdale Tennis Club Mrs Judy Evans. 5281 5328 Teesdale Community Hall Dale Smithyman 5281 5486 Working Sheepdog Club Glenn Agnew 0427 325 905

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 33,41 Ag Spraying 30 Banking 34 Bricklaying 27 Builder 13 Butcher 5 Cartage 21 Cafe & Store 20 CCTV & Alarms 18 Chemist 7,44 Chooks 16 Church Notices 23 Compost 27 Concreting 33 CWA 23 Data Cabling 18 Dental 25 Doctor & Health Serv.

16,34,37 Dog Grooming 21 Driver Tuition 26 Earthmoving 32 Electrician 19,26 Equine 35 Excavation 15,19 Firewood 33 Food Swaps 22 Funeral Director 17 Grain 31 Garden Supplies 20 Gardening 31,35 Gymnasium 38 Hall Hire 23 Hot Water 26 Interior Design 13 Justice of the Peace 22 Legal Services 36 Motor Mechanic 36 Mowers 18 NBN Setup 18 OSHC 22 Painter & Decorator 25,32 Playgroup 31 Plumbing Services 17,21,25,36 Probus 24 Rainfall 8 Real Est. 5,38,40,44 Septic Services 37 Taxi 27 Tax Returns 25 Towing 27 Tree Services 36 Tyres 33 Veterinary 28,29 Wool Buyer 37

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Bannockburn Probus Club Shirley Wild (Pres) 0447 873 763 Sandra Bance (Sect) 0490 049 953

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