Leigh News December 2019

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An Inverleigh Progress Association Publication ISSN 0313-8453

DECEMBER 2019

Volume 45 Number 11

Merry Christmas and a Safe and Prosperous New Year to all our readers. Enjoy the Festive Season-we'll be back in February

The 2020 Calendar is available at Sonny or from Liz McDonald 5265 1270, for Just $12

"PLAYGROUP FOR SENIORS" read about it on Page 3....

REMEMBRANCE DAY 2019. LEST WE FORGET

Pictured above are 4 "locals" at the Inverleigh Remembrance Day, following the service at the Monuments.

The white crosses that reatured on the front page of last months issue are shown above in use at this years memorial service. Thanks again to the men from Bannockburn Men's Shed for constructing these crosses.

INVERLEIGH CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE Monday 9th December @ Inverleigh Hall for more information contact: Des Guinane 0409 224 811

2 Leigh News WHAT’s ON 9th Dec-Inverleigh Carol Service 12th Dec-Seniors P19 15th Dec-Market P6 18th Dec-Teesdale Twilight Market P12 26th January-Australia Day Breakfast P3 23rd February-Shelford Duck Race P5

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

Thanks again to all local citizens of Inverleigh, Teesdale, Shelford, Murgheboluc, Wingeel and surrounding areas for your support to myself and the Leigh News. I am constantly receiving positive feedback about our newsletter and it only happens because so many of you keep feeding me contributions to include. Please all keep up the supply and the Leigh News continue on for years to come.

It is, of course, Christmas once again and I wish you all the compliments of the Season and health and properity in the New Year. For me personally, as a Christian, I hold dear to myself the meaning of Christmas, and the provision of Jesus Christ for the salvation of us all. During this time I trust you will reflect on the year just past and the future extending before us all. In out eyes we may not see much hope in the future with all that is happening around our world, but there is hope for the future, ands with the Lords help, we can all have faith and a hope for this life and the future eternity to come.

I'll be enjoying Christmas Day with family in Ocean Grove with my wife and our 3 children, their partners and our 5 grand children. Traditions are continue to develop, with Hayley (grand-daughter) preparing yet another "pass the parcel" which is a very lively 10 minutes of pandamonium, 2 little boys aged 3 and 1 who are beginning to understand more of giving and receiving gift.

Blessings to you all and I'll be back next year........

Leigh News 3 The Inverleigh Public Hall Committee and Inverleigh Progress Association

Invites Inverleigh & District Communities to

Australia Day 2020 Breakfast

At the Public Hall from 8am Sunday January 26th • Inverleigh Historical Society Display – Flags & Banners • “Aussie” games/activities for everyone to enjoy!

A gold coin donation to help cover costs appreciated

"PLAYGROUP FOR SENIORS"

At the invitation of the Inverleigh Playgroup and their President Suzy Coleman, Inverleigh Seniors Citizens group met on a recent Wednesday morning for play and morning tea with the mothers and children.

The day was a great success and members from both ends of the age spectrum agreed that this should become an annual event. It was so much fun playing and reading together!

Playgroup meet weekly on Wednesdays 9:30 to 11:30 during School Terms. Seniors meet twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays. Visitors are always welcome at these events.

4 Leigh News POLICE REPORT FOR OCTOBER 2019

Hello all, 16 drive over double lines I have three topics this edition.

11 Exceed Prescribed conc. of Bicycle helmets, whilst walking alcohol (no priors) the dogs recently I have noticed both 1 child not restrained children and disappointingly adults 21 Truck ex speed 10>15 km/h riding bicycles without helmets.

87 Truck ex speed 15>25 km/h Whether we like it or not it is the law 5 Truck ex speed 25>30 km/h and I expect that if you are riding a (1-3 mth lic susp) bicycle you wear a helmet. Adults are 6 Truck ex speed 30>35 km/h an example to children and if they are (1-3 mth lic susp) not wearing one some children may 1 Truck ex speed 40>45 km/h choose to not wear one either.

(6 mth lic susp) Roaming dogs: I have had reports 1232 Car ex speed 10>15 km/h of a dog mauling and killing sheep 2775 Car ex speed 15>25 km/h on the South side of the Barwon river 212 Car ex speed 25>30 km/h recently. This is reported to have (1-3 mth lic susp) happened on two different properties 162 Car ex speed 30>35 km/h on several occasions and a lot of (1-3 mth lic susp) sheep have been killed. I understand 97 Car ex speed 35>40 km/h one of the property owners is (6 mth lic susp) reporting the matter to the Surf Coast 34 Car ex speed 40>45 km/h ranger for investigation. I myself (6 mth lic susp) have noticed several dogs running 21 Car ex speed 45+ km/h out of their properties with no owner (12mth lic susp) in the vicinity. If you have a dog you 4 Fail to dip headlights need to have adequate fencing to keep 10 Fail to display L Plates it on your property.

13 Fail to display P plates

5 year anniversary: Wow how 4 Fail to drive sufficient distance time flies, I have been stationed at behind vehicle Inverleigh for 5 years now. I thought 34 Fail to have lights on at night the community might be interested in 3 Fail to keep left what I have detected around the area 2 Fail to obey police direction in that time.

6 Fail to wear seatbelt I have completed 147 briefs 7 Learner driver without of evidence against people which experienced driver required their attendance at court for 1 Unregistered truck various criminal and traffic matters 53 Unregistered trailers which included: 6 drink drivers, 2 52 Unregistered motor vehicles drug impaired drivers, 7 disqualified 1 Unsafe U turns drivers, 14 suspended drivers and 51 Unlicensed driving 13 careless drivers (injury collision 81 Number plate not fitted matters).

1 Use vehicle in breach of I have issued over 5000 unroadworthy notice infringement notices for traffic 6 Drive unroadworthy vehicle offences including: 5 Use mobile phone 16 for careless driving (non2 Fail to give way injury collision) 7 Stop sign 2 change lanes without giving way 1 Permit Learner drive at excessive speed

31 Probationary driver not carrying Licence.

The above is behavior that I have detected in and around the community; hopefully some road trauma has been prevented by this behavior being detected.

Some of the worst offences I can recall were: 156 km/h in 80 zone over rail crossing on Hamilton Hwy 159 in 100 zone on Rokewood Shelford Rd just outside of Rokewood (interstate driver in hire car) 161 in 100 zone on Mt Mercer Road Mt Mercer 154 in 100 zone Dog Rocks Road Batesford 120 in 60 zone Inverleigh coming over Bridge exiting town (overseas driver) 112 in 60 zone Inverleigh entering town just prior to bridge.

108 in 60 zone outside Teesdale store.

I hope everyone has a merry Christmas and a good holiday if you are lucky to get some time off work.

I will be on duty at various times over the holiday period.

Keep Safe, Chris 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

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SHELFORD DUCK RACE and Family Fun Day rd

Sun Feb 23

11am - 4pm

Recreation Reserve, The Parade, Shelford ( you can find us about 40km West of Geelong )

African Drumming Kid’s Amusements Show-n-Shine Coffee Van Ice Cream

5th $100

4th $150

Roving Entertainment Market Stalls Fun Competitions Licensed Bar Great Food Stalls

Duck Race starts at 2.30

6th $50

3rd $250

Duck Race Tickets $10 available online or on the day

2nd $500

1st $1,000 facebook.com/shelford.duck.race

6 Leigh News IT’S CHRISTMAS THYME!

DECEMBER MARKET Sunday the 15th - 9am to 1pm Lawsons Park Inverleigh Free Face Painting, Free Giant Slide, Animal Farm and a Very Special Visitor from the North Pole!

OUR BIGGEST MARKET OF THE SEASON! Fruit & Vegetable Boxes available to pre-order!

For all stallholder enquiries, please get in touch with us via one of the below!

Website - www.inverleighmarket.com or Email – inverleighmarket@outlook.com

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LATEST NEWS FROM INVERLEIGH GOLF CLUB

Over the next two months we will be continuing to hold our Social Evenings which are a great way to meet other locals in a relaxed and friendly setting. We will also have some discs available if any kids or adults would like to try their hand at disc golf. The Saturday dates are 14th December, 11th January, 8th February.

Hope to see you there.

Our mens summer competition continues, please call our captain to register your interest in playing (details on our website).

The committee wish everyone a very safe and happy Christmas!

GOLF RESULTS NOVEMBER 2019.

26th Oct. Men Mixed Stableford.

Men- B. Gibson 34pts c/b T. Lee 34pts, R. Lamb Ladies- S. Lamb 34pts, N.T.P. 8th I. Page, & G. Stevens Longest Drive A. Smith O/65yrs R. Lymer.

Ladies- S. Lamb.

9th Nov. Men-Stableford Ian Page 36pts, S. Wemyss 32pts, A. Smith 31pts Longest Drive- I. Page, O/65yrs T. Lee. 16th Nov. Men-Stableford T.Lee 37pts, S.Wemyss 35pts, I. Page 31 pts c/b N.T.P. 8th S. Wemyss.

Longest Drive- A. Smith.

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All the family are welcome

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Drinks available for purchase at the bar Delicious nibbles and finger food provided (Gold coin donation pp please) ........

Join us at the Golf Club to enjoy a chat, have a drink and socialize with others, golfers and non-golfers all welcome.

BBQ facilities available, BYO meat etc. .........

See our facebook page or for any queries contact Greg on 0408 651 744

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8 Leigh News DRIVERS ROSTER If you cannot make roster, please notify the Officer-in-Carge or ring the Station 5265 1597.

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 FIRE SEASON

Fire Restrictions will be in place in Golden Plains Shire from 1.00am December 9th 2019 During Fire Restrictions or the 'Fire Danger Period', residents are required to obtain a permit to burn in the open air. Permits available from the CFA will only be issued to landowners for agricultural purposes. No fires are permitted in the open air during the declared Fire Danger Period (fire restriction period) without a Permit to Burn issued by the CFA.

More information regarding burning off, using incinerators or having a camp fire can be found on the CFA's Can I or Can't I page available on the CFA website. ( https://www. cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can/ )

Please have a look at this because it clearly lists what can and can’t be done.

Being aware of this information can save you an uncomfortable conversation with a member of the Police force and a possible appearance before a magistrate.

Thanks must go to the locals who attended the Fire Awareness evening on November 29th I’m sure that everyone left a little better equipped for the summer period because as a community we all need to “prepare for the worst but hope for the best.”

Stay safe this summer and watch out for Santa again as he tours around Inverleigh sitting on his Big Red Truck.

Merry Christmas everyone.

Rainfall for Inverleigh 2018

2019

mm mm Jan

45.0

Jan

2.0

Feb

7.0

Feb

21.5

Mar

19.5

Mar

12.5

Apr

19.0

Apr

7.5

May 73.0 May 116.0 Jun

41.5

Jun

80.0

Jul

60.5

Jul

47.0

Aug

42.5

Aug

53.5

Sep

24.5

Sep

33.5

Oct

22.0

Oct

30.0

Nov 32.0 Nov Dec 51.5.5 Dec YTD

438.0

YTD

403.5

Rainfall for Shelford 2018 2019 mm mm Jan

47.2

Jan

2.0

Feb

9.2

Feb

44.4

Mar

20.0

Mar

6.0

Apr

12.2

Apr

May

57.0

May

Jun

24.8

Jun

75.2

Jul

38.2

Jul

39.8

Aug

43.6

Aug

44.3

8.8 106.8

Sep 23.8 Sep 34.6 Oct 26.5 Oct 23.6 Nov 42.0 Nov Dec 60.6 Dec YTD 405.1 YTD 385.5 Thanks to Ross Wilson of Shelford and also to Mora Leach of Inverleigh for supplying the monthly rainfall.

Leigh News 9 Transition and Orientation

It was great to see so many children attend our transition program.

Orientation Day for our new students coming to Teesdale PS in 2020 will be held on Tuesday 10th December. Students will have the opportunity to participate in classroom activities, view the school surroundings and make new friends.

Parents will meet with our staff for a short information session and tour of the school facilities. We are looking forward to welcoming our new students and their families and hope that they have a smooth transition into our school.

TEESDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL the year is an Icy Pole Day on Thursday 12th December combined with a Crayfish Raffle. We would like to thank our Parents’ Club team for their dedicated volunteer efforts throughout the year.

Volunteers Morning Tea

On Wednesday 18th December our staff will be hosting a special morning tea to show our appreciation to Year 6 Graduation all of our volunteers throughout the year. Whether it be

The end of the year celebrations conclude with volunteering as part of our Parents’ Club, helping in the our Year 6 Graduation to be held in the Teesdale Hall on classroom, attending a working bee or lending a hand in Tuesday 17th December. Students and staff have been the kitchen and garden, we’re extremely grateful for your very busy putting together a timeline and graduation support. book to celebrate their primary school years. We hope that our graduating students and their families have a night to remember and we wish the students all the best Important Dates Wednesday 4th -6th December for the future.

– Grade 3&4 Lady Northcote Camp Tuesday 10th December – Orientation Day Year 3 and 4 Camp – Lady Northcote – Year 6 Graduation

From Wednesday 4th to Friday 6th of December Tuesday 17th December Wednesday 18th December our year 3 and 4 students will be heading off to camp at

– Volunteers Morning Tea 11am Lady Northcote. The camp program will provide opportunities for building relationships, social skills and leadership skills and the development of interpersonal skills in a fun and relaxed environment.

Parents’ Club

The Parents’ Club have worked tirelessly this year and organised many fun events. Our final event for

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

THANK YOU! to all our Volunteers....from the Inverleigh Hall Committee

The Inverleigh Hall Committee would like to thank again the hard work of our volunteer cleaners and mowers who help keep the hall facilities “spick & span” and the grounds looking very sharp! Without your many hours of volunteer work it would be difficult to present the facility at the level we all enjoy today.

Our volunteers are: Janet & George Vickers, Keith Robson, David Walpole, Roger Kowalik, Chris Reynolds, Campbell Brumby, Simon Bell and the newest volunteer to the team Phil Morell.

We currently have eight mowers on the roster. It would be great to recruit another four so as each mower is required to do one month only of mowing in the calendar year.

If you are willing to join the band of volunteers and you have a mower please don’t hesitate to contact me on either: 0417512240 or email: amtarbett@bigpond.com Anne-Maree Tarbett

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DECEMBER 2019 CALENDAR

Berry Organic

Now starting its sixteenth season, Berry Organic is one of the hidden gems of Inverleigh. Some may speak of cherries or mangoes for their summer treat, but my grandchildren look for the fresh boysenberries and blackberries from this berry farm as their Christmas special.

Berry Organics is the family business of Suzanne & Tony Stocks. Where Suzanne originally nurtured her Rare Breed Poultry, Berry Organics is now a busy farm, packing shed, cool room and kitchen.

Starting as one of a group of mums who would pick berries at Deans Marsh, then make jams and chutneys for the primary school Koala Fair, Suzanne so enjoyed the process she planted a small plot of raspberries and blackberries. As her enthusiasm grew, Tony had to keep moving the fences for further plantings. To provide a point of difference for her produce, she undertook the three year process to become Certified Organic and still follows the onerous paperwork trail required.

Raspberries, blackberries and boysenberries are grown in a netted enclosure preserving their short harvest season and damage from birds, and strawberries are grown in the open. This is a seven day a week job because for certification everything is done by hand hence the higher cost of organic produce. Weeding, planting, picking, packing and distribution - only watering is on a drip system. Premium fresh fruit is sold to local Organic Retailers, then through the Wholesale Market at Epping.

Excess produce is frozen for sale; and then more is turned into jam.

Damaged or spoilt fruit is fed to the small flock of hens.

Helpful Hints: Blackberries all ripen at once after the first berry is picked, so no early tastings are allowed to maximise the crop. All berries should be kept in the punnet they are purchased in, and at the back of the fridge for all soft berries. You pay extra for all the love and care but they are a delicious treat and just perfect for the Festive Season.

Liz McDonald

January 2020

Colour Run

A fun end-of-term activity run by the Parents & Friends at the Inverleigh Primary School.

The first colour cover on the Inverleigh Historical Society calendar, shows a group of children in pristine white, before they start the figure eight obstacle course in 2019. Very clean but excited children dash off towards the water pumpers, then run the gauntlet of the colour throwers, over the obstacles and past cheering spectators, to more water pumpers and colour throwers, back to the start - and off for another round.

The colours are powdered chalk. The kids love it and the grade 6 ran with their Prep buddies which was lovely to watch. Some clever children had their

swimming goggles on but all were laughing as they ran, and the pristine white was nowhere to be seen.

The PFA are currently fundraising to upgrade the school playground equipment.

The 2020 Calendar is available at Sonny or from Liz McDonald 5265 1270, for Just $12 with images old and current to feature Inverleigh and its residents. Images are of Dr Hope’s Station, Straw Necked Ibis, RSL membership wall, Coach at Warrington’s Hotel, Tracking Dogs, Jackie the Hawker, Trees of High Street, M Cuthbertson sculptures, Bluestone Water Tank, Group of Stallhoilders, and the Sporting Complex

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"INVERLEIGH RIVER PARK" PLAYSPACE IS TAKING SHAPE

The new "Inverleigh River Park" is taking shape adjacent to the existing Scate Park, with its many different pieces of play equipment.

The photographs don't do justice to the works being done, so pop by and have a look as this great new facility takes shape.

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Mail at the Inverleigh Store

With Christmas fast approaching it is a timely reminder for all residents to ensure they have their correct postal address on their mail. In particular post office box holders.

Your physical address is not your postal address.

Some suppliers will not accept post office box addresses but this can be circumvented by adding it after your physical address (even in brackets). It makes it a lot easier for staff and expedites notification by Australia Post of mail awaiting collection which is usually parcels.

Please be prompt with collection of parcels as we are entering the high volume period.

Merry Christmas. David, Tracey and Staff.

Mr and Mrs S. Claus, 100 High Street, (P.O. Box 300), INVERLEIGH, Vic, 3321.

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WORDS OF WISDOM FROM REV. PHIL

If you’ve ever assumed that God gives no thought to the affairs of this world, you need look no further than the account of Christ’s birth in St. Luke’s Gospel to see otherwise.

You don’t automatically see the hand of God when you look at that first Christmas. But away from the stable, away in the fields where shepherds were watching their sheep, you hear God speak through his angel. There’s no glory revealed in the manger. Yet on the hay lay the timeless God. God has descended from his grandeur in heaven and now lies in a manger, in a stable, because there was no room for Him in the inn.

You see fear in the shepherds when they are confronted with God’s angel. But there is no fear in the stable where the Lord Himself lies on the hay where the cattle lately fed. He is born a baby. He has come to be the Saviour. God has joined his people here below. He has brought peace and goodwill to the whole world.

The theological term is the “incarnation”. This simply means that God became a human being.

Now we call the incarnation a mystery, but it isn’t a “whodunit” type of mystery. In fact, it is precisely the opposite. God reveals to us this holy mystery and in so doing he informs us. We can now see and understand everything even though we can’t understand the mystery itself. Who can figure out how the infinite God can become a 3.5 kg baby boy?

And how could it be that God could now be dependent upon a young woman to care for him, to be his mother? Yet we believe it. We rely upon it. We trust in it.

Before we knew God as the baby lying on the hay we tried to find him by speculating on his nature, by examining his universe, by trying to follow his law and so find our way to him. And all of this was futile and got us nowhere but caught up in confusion and ignorance.

We couldn’t find God. If we don’t know God as God lies helpless in the manger we can’t know him at all. Because in order for you and me to know God we must first know that he has peace and goodwill in his heart toward us and we can’t know that until we see God lying in the manger.

Ultimately it was all for us. “Unto you,” the angel said to the shepherds. That angel was God’s messenger also to us. What do you feel inside of yourself as you think about this?

Look at your God! See him for who he is! There is God’s goodwill toward you. There is God’s peaceful intention for you. Look at the Christ Child and see your God! Look inside God’s heart. It’s revealed to us in his incarnate Son. The God who once humbled himself still comes to us in humble means that won’t frighten us away.

How else could we receive him? How else could we trust in him? He means us no harm. . Next to the incarnation itself, the faith that God has gently planted in our hearts is the greatest miracle of Christmas!

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16 Leigh News SHELFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL

This term has been full of events and activities; Remembrance Day in Inverleigh, Junior Sports Day, camp, fundraising, collaborating with Meredith Primary School and planning the end of year celebrations for the school.

Playground Fundraising Success!

We are excited to reveal that we have been successful in obtaining another grant and will be able to build our new playground in 2020. We are yet to decide on a design, but the students have been helping to choose what they would like to see in the playground next year.

Our next fundraising project will be for a school bus so we can get the students out and about.

Remembrance Day

Two of our students represented Shelford Primary and laid a wreath in honour of our fallen soldiers at the Remembrance Day service in Inverleigh on 11th November.

Cooking Program

Our cooking program has been a great success with the kids relishing their roles in food preparation, cooking, serving, and cleaning up.

We welcome any parent help on these days to support the cooking program. For catering purposes Collaboration with Meredith Primary please advise teaching staff if your child(ren) are unable

We are developing a collaboration with Meredith Primary School and have had the opportunity to take part to participate in a certain week or inform the school if there are any additional allergies or intolerances we in their staff meetings and their Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings that look at teaching practice need to be aware of.

Thank You and student learning outcomes. We will be combining A big thank you to the staff, parents, commuschools in some excursions, athletics practice, and school nity, students and supporters of Shelford Primary for swimming. Meredith Principal Steven Trotter has invited a fantastic year. We really appreciate all your help and us to join them on their excursion to Werribee Zoo on look forward to seeing you all in 2020!!

6 December. It’s a great opportunity for our students to Important Dates form friendships and get to know students from another December local school.

6th – Werribee Zoo excursion with Meredith Primary Bake Sale 2020 Duck Race tickets on sale 14th – Bake Sale at Safeway Bannockburn

Our bake sale will be outside Bannockburn Safe18th – 5.30pm – School Break Up Celebration – way on Saturday 14 December, so why not come down held at the School and support our school and buy something delicious and 19th – Cinema excursion or a ticket for the 2020 Shelford Duck Race.

Junior Sports Mr Travis Faulkhead

The Junior Sports Day was held at Inverleigh Principal Primary School. I’m not sure what the students enjoyed more; the activities and meeting other students, or the hot Ph: 03 5281 3291 Email: faulkhead.travis.x@edumail.vic.gov.au dogs they had for lunch when they returned to school.

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BANNOCKBURN & DISTRICT COMBINED PROBUS CLUB

WHAT IS PROBUS:

Probus provides you with the opportunity to meet with fellow retirees on a regular basis, listen to interesting speakers and join together in activities, all in the company of friends.

Membership is open to any member of the community who is retired or semi-retired and is looking for Fun, Friendship and Fellowship.

Probus Bannockburn does not meet again until the first Monday in February 2020. If you are interested in joining us please contact either:

President: Shirley Wild on 0447 873 763 or Secretary: Sandra Bance on 0490 049 953.

Peter Biskup Physiotherapist

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Physio | Massage | Pilates Podiatry

9 High St, Bannockburn 5281 1016

Mackenzie Bourke Physiotherapist

Open Mon—Fri, including till 7pm Mon—Thurs www.coriobayhealth.com.au Www.facebook.com/bannockburnphysio

Virginia Cooper Remedial Massage

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

27-31 Willis Street Winchelsea Vic 3241

Appointments Available Monday to Friday and some Saturdays Bulk Bills patients on Pension, Health Care Card and Children Enquires and Bookings please phone

03 5267 1268

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Inverleigh Seniors Thursday Dec 12th Midday @ Inverleigh

Hall for our end of year Christmas Lunch.

Please bring along a Kris Kringle gift (Max$10)

Monthly Meeting Dates.

Meetings are held in the Inverleigh Public Hall.

9th December at 12 noon Xmas Lunch.

Inverleigh Secretary: Cathy Altmann 0904 024 578 Chairperson Barb Meek 5281 3245.

A warm welcome awaits you.

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

INVERLEIGH SING SESH

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

No commitment required as each sesh is a different song, so if you miss a couple it doesn’t matter. Sesh Songs are a mix of current chart toppers, Classics, Film themes, Musicals... all guaranteed to make you go home feeliong great.

When: 2nd & 4th Mondays of the Month Where: Inverleigh Golf Club

Time:7:30 till 9 pm Who: All Welcome Cost: $5 per Sesh

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

GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE Date: Tuesday 12 November 2019

TEESDALE RESIDENTS AT HEART OF NEW PLAN As part of Golden Plains Shire Council’s preparation for a new Structure Plan for Teesdale, residents were invited to have their say on Teesdale’s future growth and development.

Council ran two conversation posts, as well as an online and hard-copy community survey to understand community preferences that may affect the new Structure Plan. An information package containing a hard-copy of the survey was sent to all residents. During the consultation period from 29 August to 20 October, there was high engagement from the town’s residents, with 28 residents attending the conversation posts and 166 survey responses received, which is equivalent to 26.6% of households in Teesdale.

Residents were asked to comment on what type of community they want to live in; commercial facilities; reticulated sewerage; the provision of infrastructure such as lighting and parking; and their preference on a preferred small scale capital works project. Residents could choose from street trees, a town entrance feature, bird boxes or suggest an alternative as part of this final section.

Residents told Council they wanted Teesdale to be a rural community, and expressed interest in more street trees, more commercial facilities and a town entrance feature. The majority of residents did not support installing reticulated sewerage, while 42% of residents did not think Teesdale would benefit from additional street lighting, with only 34% supporting more street lighting.

Survey respondents were overwhelmingly residents (90%), with the remainder comprising of landowners, business owners/workers and developers.

Golden Plains Shire Council has complied this feedback in a Community Engagement Report, which is available at goldenplains.vic.gov.au/residents/my-home/planning/strategic-planning.

The feedback Council received will now be used to inform the development of the new Teesdale Structure Plan. This process will seek to: • • • •

Review the existing 1997 Teesdale Structure Plan; Guide long term development in Teesdale; Review commercial development opportunities; and Review the need for new community and development infrastructure, where not already considered in existing Council Strategies.

The new Teesdale Structure Plan is expected to be finalised in early 2020.

– ENDS – Released by: Eric Braslis, CEO, Golden Plains Shire Council Media contact: Susan Talpey, Senior Communications and Marketing Officer, 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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GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE Date: Monday 18 November 2019

AND THE SPRING IN THE SHIRE WINNERS ARE… The Soldiers Memorial Hall in Dereel was full of excited photographers on Saturday 16 November, as the audience awaited the announcement of the winners of Spring in the Shire 2019.

Spring in the Shire is a competition for amateur photographers, and this year 60 residents photographed what they love about Golden Plains. The competition ran from 28 August to 1 October, with entries judged on impact, subject matter and storytelling. Entries must have been taken in Golden Plains Shire.

All short-listed entries were on display at the hall for residents to view the creative talent of the Golden Plains Shire community.

This year’s winners and highly commended recipients were: Major Prize (18 years and older) Winner: Lyn Steele – ‘Living the Dream’ Highly Commended: • • • •

Pauline Naudie – ‘Blooming Rust’ Andrea Bolton – ‘Two’s Company. Three’s A Crowd’ Anne Langdon – ‘The Knitters’ Alison Altmann – ‘Canola Fun’

Young Adult Prize (13 to 17 years) Winner: Luca Dal Bosco – ‘Spring at the Station’ Highly Commended: Elizabeth Allen – ‘Firewood Collecting’ Junior Prize (Up to 12 years) Winner: Noah Stanley – ‘Meredith Wattle’ Highly Commended: Jai Bennion – ‘Yellow Melon’

Above: Lyne Steel and The winner of each category received a cash prize of $300, thanks to competition sponsors: Sonny Café in Inverleigh and Bannockburn Pharmacy. winning photograph

her

"Living the Dream"

Major Prize Winner Lyn Steel and her photograph ‘Living the Dream’.

Left: Junior Prize Winner Noah Stanley, Mayor Cr Owen Sharkey and Young Adult Prize Winner Luca Dal Bosco.

Noah's winning photo is titled "Meredith Wattle" and Luca's winning photo is titled "Spring at the Station".

Congratulations and well done to all winners.

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22 Leigh News APPLICATION CALL FOR HEAVY VEHICLE SAFETY FUNDING

If you have ideas to improve heavy vehicle safety in Victoria, the Australian Government invites you to apply for funding through the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR).

Liberal Senator for Victoria, Sarah Henderson, said the opening of Round 5 of the NHVR’s Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI) was an opportunity not to be missed.

“This initiative will make roads in our region much safer and I urge members of the community to consider the valuable projects and programs that could become a reality with the assistance of this program,” Senator Henderson said.

“If you have a project or program, education or awareness campaign, or materials that increase safety awareness and compliance that requires funding or support to make it happen, we want to hear from you,” Senator Henderson said.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development, Michael McCormack, said the Federal Government had provided $5.48 million for safety projects under this round of funding.

“This funding is focused towards groups and projects delivering real safety benefits for the heavy vehicle industry and all road users.

“Road safety is everyone’s responsibility, which is why we’re asking groups to harness their collective knowledge to develop implementable, value-for-money projects,” Mr McCormack said.

The HVSI program has provided $17.3 million for 62 grants over the past four years.

Assistant Minister for Road Safety and Freight Transport, Scott Buchholz, said this round’s record funding showed the Australian Government was serious about heavy vehicle safety.

“We’ve seen some great projects across the country benefit from the HVSI funding over the past four years,” Mr Buchholz said.

“I recently saw the benefits of a trial for a livestock unloading system at Kilcoy in Queensland.

“Elsewhere, the HVSI has delivered great projects such as a virtual reality program for learner drivers developed in Bendigo and information for caravan and RV drivers on how to share the road and rest areas with truck drivers.

“The most recent round of funding will support heavy vehicle driver physical and mental wellbeing,” Mr Buchholz said.

NHVR CEO, Sal Petroccitto, said the HVSI program received 42 applications for funding last year and he looked forward to even more in the next round.

“This continues to be a great opportunity for the NHVR to work with safety-focused groups towards delivering a tangible safety outcome,” he said.

“I’m always encouraged by the diversity of stakeholder groups that put forward their ideas and their willingness to create solutions to make our roads safer,” Mr Petroccitto said.

Applications for round five funding are open until 21 February 2020.

Projects must commence in the 2020–21 financial year and be completed by 30 June 2023.

For more information or to view the Submission Guidelines, visit www.nhvr.gov.au/hvsi

Golden Pens – Write Side Up

G’Day from the Golden Pens writing group. We are all kicking along just nicely at the moment, enjoying the sun when she decides to come out and play, but the evenings are still cool so a little fire is sometimes needed to warm your knees.

I, personally, had the great good fortune to go and visit with the artists during the Dereel art festival.

I caught up with some past members of our writing group, who are brilliant artists in their own right, and I spoke to other artists regarding their own particular form of art for possible future articles. I must say I had a very enjoyable day and I treated myself to a Devonshire Tea while I was there. Yum Yum. I am sure that I will be able to regale my experiences to my fellow group members and it will create some good conversations that could be turned into the written word.

Today's piece is from Brenda, it was written last year and I’m sure you will agree that it comes straight from the heart.

Great work Brenda! We are now on the down hill slide to the end of the year and you know what!

Where does the time go?

Storms and Gratitude

If it wasn’t for the storms we would not recognise and appreciate the days of calm. Easy to say, but from experience I can see it is true. I am grateful for each good thing - just now a flock of yellow tailed black cockatoos flew over squawking.

If not for my vision, I would not have seen them.

If not for my hearing, I would not have heard them.

If not for my brain, I would not have known what they were.

If not for science, I would not be able to share this moment with you.

If not for friends, where would I be?

Keep a close check on your ‘sails' and 'rudder’, to guide you.

Keep in touch with the Great Captain.

Keep in touch with your angels.

Keep in touch with your soul.

Keep strong.

All storms pass.

Don’t forget we are contactable via our email goldenpens4@gmail.com or by just popping into the Bannockburn library on any second Thursday.

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FROM THE MAYOR’S DESK – DECEMBER 2019 It was an honour and a privilege to be elected as Mayor of Golden Plains Shire for the final year of our Council term.

I am very pleased that Deputy Mayor Cr Joanne Gilbert was also re-elected for another year, and we thank our Councillor colleagues for their encouragement and support to continue in these roles.

Golden Plains is a wonderful place to call home and more people of all ages choose to live, work and visit here every year. In the past three years, Council has delivered on many key commitments and objectives, and yet, in our growing communities, there’s always more work to be done and more we can achieve for our residents.

The next year is sure to be a busy one with the completion of several great projects and significant commitments of the Council Plan, while we face the challenges and embrace the opportunities that come with living in a growing, rural Shire.

On behalf of all Councillors, I’d like to wish all residents and visitors a very Merry Christmas and a safe, happy New Year. As Mayor and a member of the Councillor team, I look forward to working hard for all residents to make 2020 a very productive and successful year for Golden Plains Shire.

Mayor Cr Owen Sharkey

LET’S RECYCLE RIGHT

THE HEART OF SUMMER

Golden Plains Shire Council is working towards getting kerbside recycling back on track with a new provider before the end of the year. And we need your help!

Council and ultimately ratepayers will face increased costs from the new contractor for contamination from materials that should not be in the recycling bin. Keep an eye out for the December Gazette, featuring a handy list of common recyclable materials. For more information on what can and can’t go in your yellow bin, follow Council on social media, visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au, and remember: • • • •

All containers must be empty with lids off No need to rinse, just scrape clean No hazardous chemical containers Keep recycling loose – no plastic bags

Construction of Stage One of the Bannockburn Heart Precinct at the corner of Milton and Byron Streets, is in the final stages. The Heart features the Shire’s first water play space with splash pads for toddlers and children; an impressive new adventure play space; active recreation equipment; an upgraded site for the Golden Plains Farmers’ Market; and community facilities including public toilets, seating, BBQs, shade, lighting and landscaped community space.

While the official opening date is still to be locked in, the Bannockburn Heart is sure to be a popular destination for free fun and enjoyment this summer. The Heart will also have accessible play elements and DDA compliant toilets, making it a regional destination for people with disabilities and their families.

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

THANK YOU, LORD, for the gift of Your love.

May I be a shining example of that love to others. Amen.

Wishing everyone a safe and Merry Christmas.

All donations can be left at the front door.

Shop closed from: 13th Dec Reopen: Saturday 11th Jan CHRISTMAS SPECIAL ALL CLOTHING ½ PRICE 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

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

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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

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.

LEIGH PRESBYTERIAN PARISH Inverleigh Shelford Teesdale

10 Railway Street, Inverleigh

COME JOIN US

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

(2 Corinthians 4.5)

@ Barefoot Bowls

New members WELCOME for Pennant on Tuesday & Saturday (school friendly hours) Season starts September thru to March

Every 2nd & 4th Bowls available for Social or New Players THURSDAY night 6pm NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY

ALL WELCOME Please call Helen on Bowls available 5265 1023 or 0411 046 528 for more info visit www.inverleighbowls.org email: inverleighbowls@yahoo.com.au

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

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ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC PARISH

ST. JOSEPHS PARISH MEREDITH PARISH PRIEST : Fr. Charles Balnaves ph: 5286 1230 mobile : 0417 319 556

parishofmeredith@bigpond.com

28 Lawler Street Meredith 3333 Available for Pastoral Care, Baptisms, Marriages, Funerals.

Christmas Mass Times Please join us for any of our Christmas Celebrations: Christmas Eve St. Mary MacKillop Church Bannockburn Family Mass 6 p.m.

St. Joseph’s Meredith 9 p.m. followed by Christmas festivity.

Christmas Day St. John the Baptist Winchelsea 8.30 a.m.

St. Mary MacKillop Bannockburn 10.30 a.m.

Christmas Carols Services: Bannockburn Community Carols St. Mary MacKillop Oval 5.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m.

Followed by a youth event 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. for Grade 6 to Year 12. The Great Frisbee Challenge Inverleigh : Monday 9 th December at the Inverleigh Hall Winchelsea : By the River Saturday December 14th 6 p.m. Interchurch at St. Thomas Anglican Church December 24th at 7 p.m.

Meredith : Sunday December 22nd at 6.30p.m. in Meredith Interpretive Centre Grounds.

SUNDAY SERVICE Inverleigh 10.00 AM VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME For further information: Rev. Andrew Bray 0409 154 270

INVERLEIGH CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE Monday 9th December @ Inverleigh Hall for more information contact: Des Guinane 0409 224 811

Anglican Church Inverleigh INVERLEIGH CWA BRANCH Welcomes existing and new members alike.

38 High Street, Inverleigh Sunday Services 9.00 AM Rev’d Phil Jacobson 0419 322 385 John Thornton 5265 1256 Bruce McDonald 5265 1270

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

Monthly Meetings: 7.30pm The last Wednesday of every month.

Inverleigh Presbyterian Hall (next to the School). inverleighcwa@gmail.com or Melissa Rutherford 0419256 014

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ATTENTION INVERLEIGH RESIDENTS

Edilan P/L, trading as Murnong Farming at 1440, Winchelsea – Inverleigh Road, Inverleigh, have applied (Ref 19/0110) to the Surf Coast Shire Council for the establishment of an “Intensive Animal Production and Dairy Facility” on their land, less than 2.5km from our township. This will eventually house a total of over 14,000 sheep permanently housed in three massive, 246x40metre intensive sheds and pens with no access to freely roam on pasture. This is not a normal sheep farm.

The land is actually in the Surf Coast Shire, as it is just south of the Barwon River and so until recently there has been minimal publicity or awareness of this proposal in the township. However, there are a number of serious issues that you should be aware of that could significantly impact on the community.

What does this mean for Inverleigh and why you should consider whether to object to this.

The potential infection of residents with Q Fever – What is this?

It is a potentially very serious disease caused by the bacterium Coxiella bumetii and it can commonly infect livestock such as cattle, goats and sheep. The highly resistant bacterial spores can be found in unpasteurised sheep milk, urine, faeces, discarded birth products, dead animals and contaminated bedding – particularly from high-animal-density situations such as that proposed above.

How can people be infected?

The spores can transfer to workers by contact with infected sheep or the above, but the community can be particularly at risk from the inhalation of airborne spores carried on dust in the wind.

How much at risk is the community?

The most likely path of infection in the community is by the inhalation of active spores that have attached to dust particles and been carried by the wind. As you will appreciate, south-easterly to south-westerly winds (which would blow directly from the farm) are very common in Inverleigh. Dust particles can be picked up by gusts of wind as low as 15-18kph from the straw bedding and waste material, from within the sheds, from the outer yards and walkways, from the waste containment ponds and from the open waste composting area. Cases in Europe have shown that those living less than 3 km away are most at risk from airborne infection, but several major cases have been recorded with infections up to more than 10km away. A 5km radius from the source is generally considered to be most at risk; this would embrace virtually all of Inverleigh, including most of the new lowdensity residential areas, such as the part of the Berthon Park currently being developed. The golf course entrance on Common Road directly to the north is approximately 5km away.

The map shows the segment of the town between the southwest and southeasterly wind directions from the facility lying between 2.5 and 5.0km from the proposed facility (the actual location is just off the bottom of this map). See the aerial photo above for comparison.

What are the symptoms?

Infected people may only show minor flu-like symptoms 2-3 weeks after being infected. Others may show longerterm high-fevers and chills, severe sweating and headaches, muscle and joint pains and extreme fatigue. More severely affected people may develop hepatitis or pneumonia, or longer-term chronic infections up to 2 years later, leading to heart problems – and occasionally death. Infections may be debilitating for years and force people to give up work.

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The above document was posted to residents of Inverleigh recently and if you are "concerned" or "support" this proposed agricultural venture, you may express your personal views to the Surf Coast Shire Council.

Contact the Shire Council at: Surf Coast Shire Council, 1 Merrijig Drive (PO Box 350), Torquay

Victoria Australia 3228 email : info@surfcoast.vic.gov.au Phone: 03 5261 0600.

You may also contact the individual Councillors as follows:

Mayor: Rose Hodge rhodge@surfcost.vic.gov.au

Deputy Mayor: Clive Goldsworthy cgoldsworthy@surfcoast.vic.gov.au

Councillors: David Bell dbell@surfcoast.vic.gov.au

Martin Duke mduke@surfcoast.vic.gov.au

James McIntyre jmacintyre@surfcoast.vic.gov.au

Brian McKiterick bmckiterick@surfcoat.vic.gov.au

Tony Revell trevell@surfcoast.vic.gov.au

Margaret Smith msmith@surfcoast.vic.gov.au Heather Wellington hwellington@surfcoast.vic.gov.au

28 Leigh News Take Off Weight Naturally BANNOCKBURN (Teesdale TOWN Club)

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30 Leigh News INVERLEIGH BOWLS CLUB

CLUB HAPPENINGS www.inverleighbowls.org

The bowls season has commenced. We have teams playing Midweek in Division 5 and two teams playing on Saturdays. One team in Division 3 and the other in Division 10. We have had a reasonable start with all teams having some wins, hopefully we can get our teams settled as we have had a few members unwell and have had to make several changes to teams.

Our youngest bowler at the club, Harry Coleman, was selected to play in the Geelong Secondary School event at Highton on 15th November. What a great achievement for a 9 year old in Grade 3. His team made it to the final but unfortunately were

Made to order to suit your garden conditions.

beaten. The game of bowls is a sport for all ages and gender that can play against each other on an equal footing.

We have been running barefoot bowls on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. We have had a few new families drop in and have a fun evening.

As mentioned above anyone can play so come along and give it a go, you might be the next champion.

Our club singles championship is well under way with some great games played. The Men’s and Ladies finals will be played on Saturday 21st December 2019. The bar will be open so please drop in and watch and support our finalists.

Members will be at the club each Friday night (5.30pm onwards) for practice, so please feel free to drop in and have a try of lawn bowls; we are always looking for new players.

The bar will be open on these nights as well.

I look forward to keeping you all up to date with what is happening around the club during the season.

Adrian Hurring President

Mike Patton 0408 784631 Beautifully designed Australian native gardens, drought tolerant, low maintenance

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Before and After School Care Long dare care Fully Funded Kindergarten Program Bright Minds Early Learning Centre at 17 Archer Way Bannockburn, is located between St Mary MacKillop Catholic Primary School and Bannockburn CollegeP-12.

We are a private, family owned, purpose built Early Learning Centre, with long day care, a fully funded Kindergarten program and a 45 place before and after school program.

Our Before and After School Program: runs from 7am until 9am and 3.30pm-7pm. Some of our features include: • • • • • •

Stand alone, purpose built room with its own bathroom facilities.

Breakfast and afternoon tea supplied.

Separate outdoor space with large grass area, sandpit, down ball court & equipment.

Government/rebate approved with Qualified staff.

Programs developed to each child’s needs and interests, in a safe and happy environment Children taken to school and picked up by qualified staff.

Our Long Day Care: Is open from 7am-7pm. We offer state of art facilities, individualised programs and highly qualified and experienced staff.

Kindergarten Program: Our fully funded kindergarten program runs within our long day care. Our kindergarten teacher is Bachelor trained and has ran successful programs in Melbourne before moving to bright minds.

Other features of Bright Minds: -Veggie gardens - fruit trees – café style dining area – open kitchen – animals – beautifully landscaped play areas – smaller, age appropriate rooms – take away coffee and home cooked meals coming in 2018 – incursions & excursions – music program – yoga – each room has its own art room

If you would like to enquire about Bright Minds programs, please call (03)52921931 or send an email to enquiries@brightmindsearlylearningcentre.com.au

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TABLE OF CONTENTS • Merry Christmas • Snake Season • Canine Leptospirosis IN OTHER NEWS

Welcome Natalie We would like to introduce our new vet nurse to everyone.

Natalie and her partner have shifted to the area from South Australia.

Natalie has worked as a vet nurse in the Uk and South Australia.

We are loving having her as part of our team.

Merry Christmas

The entire Bannockburn Veterinary Clinic Team wishes all our amazing clients and patients a safe and happy Christmas.

We look forward to keeping your pets healthy in 2019.

We know pets are an important part of the family.

We thank you once again for entrusting us with their wellbeing.

Over the Christmas and New Year period we offer 24/7 emergency care for all animals large and small.

The emergency phone number is 0407 811 222

Snake Season In the warmer summer months snakes become much more active.

Armed with curiosity and a natural hunting instinct it is not uncommon for our pets to cross paths with a snake.

Because of this, pet owners must be careful to protect their pets from snake bites, and to be aware of the signs.

What's in snake venom?

Myotoxin - causes muscle breakdwon Neurotoxin - causes paralysis Anticoagulant - causes internal bleeding

Clinic Christmas Hours

Emergency Vet Care will be available 24 hours a day during the holiday period.

Contact our vet on 0407 811 222

All three toxins can be the cause of death to a pet.

Symptoms of snake bite:

• Sudden weakness followed by collapse • Shaking or twitching of the muscles • Dilated pupils • Vomiting • Pale gums • Difficulty breathing • Paralysis • Red or brown urine

The symptoms of snake bite are variable: some pets show one sign, others another, some all of them.

Leigh News 33 We will be closed on all public holidays for routine consultations and will reopen at our normal times.

Monday - Friday 7.30 am -6.30 pm

Saturday

8.00 am -1.00 pm

10 Christmas Hazards for Pets

1. Decorations 2. Christmas Lillies 3. Christmas Cake 4. Mince Pies 5. Batteries 6. Macadamia Nuts 7. Alcohol 8. BBQ Skewers 9. Fatty Food 10. Candy Canes

Treatment for snake bite: If you suspect your pet has been bitten by a snake, contact the clinic immediately.

In the absence of obvious symptoms, we can do in house blood tests to aid in the determination that you pet has been bitten.

Once snake bite is diagnosed, our Vets will administer medications including antivenom.

Treatment will require intensive care in hospital.

Snake venom is hard on the kidneys, so intravenous fluids are important.

Canine Leptospirosis There has been a confirmed case of Leptospirosis in Melbourne.

The infection is zoonotic, meaning it can jump between animals and humans, and has the ability to cause organ failure and death.

Leptospirosis is spread by the urine of rats and is usually transmitted to dogs by contaminated food and water sources or by rat bites. It can also be spread by eating infected meat.

Dogs at higher risk of exposure include those that have proximity to outdoor water sources, like to swim and have proximity to areas with a higher concentration of wildlife.

Currently the risk of exposure or infection to dogs is low but we wanted to pass this information on the our clients.

The vaccination used for Leptospirosis can be combined with your dogs annual vaccination.

If you want more information on this vaccine please contact the clinic.

We are happy to answer any questions you may have.

Bannockburn Veterinary Clinic 24 Hour Care 7 Days a Week

Clinic Hours: Monday - Friday 7.30am – 6.30pm Saturday 8.00am – 1.00pm OUR SERVICES

Telephone: 03 52811 221 OUR VETS v v v v v v

Dr. Dr. Dr. Dr. Dr. Dr.

Peter Bond Kelly Bond Simon Mims Wendy Balmain Kylie Flanagan George Johnstone

After Hours: 0407 811 222 We recognise animals large and small are part of your family and our team is committed to providing the best health care available every hour of everyday

1759 Midland Highway, Bannockburn. www.bannockburnvet.com.au

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Annual Health Checks Full Surgical Facilities Digital X-Ray Ultrasound Equine Facility Large Animal Home Visits In Clinic Bloods Dentistry

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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

Leigh News 35 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

Part of Your Community.

Inverleigh resident and Funeral Director, Ebony Hovey can assist you with your enquiries and funeral care needs.

Ebony is available to guide you through funeral planning and arrangements as well as provide obligation free funeral advice and information.

5221 4788 www.tuckers.com.au

36 Leigh News CITY & COUNTRY RECYCLING HAVE EXPANDED FURTHER IN GOLDEN PLAINS Now including:

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”

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Meredith And District Motor Cycle Club 16 High Street, Bannockburn, 3331 Tel: (03) 5281 1481 Fax: (03) 5281 1978 www.bannockburnsurgery.com.au

Dr Cameron Profitt Dr John Henderson Dr Benjamin Fry

Dr Andrew Bell Dr Margaret Somerville Dr Samantha Buchholz

Bannockburn Surgery provides comprehensive GP services, has been practicing in the community for more than 30 years, is the largest practice in the shire, with 6 full time equivalent Doctors and has an excellent reputation.

Monday,Tuesday & Wednesday: 8.30am – 7.30pm Thursday & Friday: 8.30am – 5.30pm Saturday: Emergency Session 10.00am – 12:00pm (no appt required) Round the clock care is offered to our regular patients, call the Surgery afterhours for further information.

We are an accredited teaching practice, training GP’s of the future, our current Doctors are Dr Carolyn Grigg and Dr Rachelle Smith.

We also offer the following services: Jessica O’Shannassy- Diabetes education; Peter Angelucci & Stephanie Bennetts- Podiatry; Judith Emond- Mental Health Practitioner; Ceri Webb- Speech Pahologist; Q-Fever testing and vaccinations and Yellow Fever vaccinations; Mr Chatar Goyal- Orthopaedic Surgeon and Dr Saj RathnyakeGynaecologist will both be practicing at Bannockburn Surgery as visiting specialists. Please talk to your Doctor about a referral if you require either of these services.

Fees are payable at the time of consultation by cash or eftpos.

Bookings are available online (visit our website) or by phone and we are accepting new patients living in the Golden Plains Shire.

Every effort will be made to accommodate your preferred time and preferred doctor.

Looking for a safe and fun place to ride your dirt bike or somewhere to take the kids to ride?

Look no further than Meredith and District Motorcycle Club (or MADMCC).

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.

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MYSTERY OBJECT

Here is a Mystery Object to ponder over during the holiday break. Is more suited for the male of the species to answer and is an object used in the petroleum industry.

I'll let you know what is is in the next edition, in February 2020, to put your mind at ease. Thanks to Bruce McDonald for sharing this with us all.

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ARE YOU LOOKING TO MAXIMISE YOUR TAX RETURN? Struck Accounting is your local taxation and small business expert.

Not sure what to claim on your tax return?

Having trouble with your BAS or tax obligations?

Have rental income you need to account for?

Need Small Business advice?

Operating since 2011 Struck Accounting is here to guide you through your taxation obligations.

Located in the heart of Bannockburn at 33 High Street, appointments are available during and after hours.

Booking is super easy. You can book now online through our Facebook page or call 0439 712 890

If you want to maximise your tax return call Struck Accounting TODAY on 0439 712 890!

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Danny’s Firewood & Tree Services *Sugar Gum & Red Gum 4.5 mt trailer & 7 mt truck delivered *Tree Removal and Clean Up *Paddock Clean Up *Telehandler with Elevated Work Platform & Log Grab *Firewood Processor, Wood Splitter & Saw Bench

Contact: Danny Busbridge 0438 355 383

42 Leigh News OPENING TIMES

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First Rate Clotheslines Sales & Installations A Quality

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Free quotes, Repairs, Rewires, Sales & Installation Servicing Geelong and District Save Power – Install a clothesline

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44 Leigh News BAKERS BARWONLEIGHBOURKES BROCKS BUMPY CAMBRIDGE CEMETERY CHURCH COMMON COSTAIN DAWBER DAYS DOROQ DUNDAS DUNHILL EAST ELLINGERRIN FAULKNER FLEMINGS FULLER GALLAGHER GIBSON GNARWARREHAMILTONHOPESPLAINS JUBILEE LONGS MAHERSMANDERS McCALLUM McINTYRES MERCER MORGAN NAPIER NEWMAN PARK PEEL PEELS PHILLIPS RAILWAY RANKIN RIVER RIVERVIEW RYANS SALEYARD SAVAGE

DECEMBER WORD SEARCH-STREET NAMES AROUND INVERLEIGH

SHELFORD SPLATT TEESDALE TERRIER THOMAS WEATHERBOARD WEST WISHART YOUNG Words in this puzzle can be any direction= backwards, forwards, diagonal,up,down.

I hope you enjoy doing it. regards, PeterT.

Solution forNovember Crossword

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Leigh News 47 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 Bellarine Harness for Pleasure Club Pat, Phone 5264 5235 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

Leigh District Landcare Group Sec: Maxine Campbell 5265 1210

Teesdale TOWN Club (Take off Weight Naturally) Jan Pope Ph: 5281 5138

Leigh District Riding Club Leesa Phone 5265 1024

Working Sheepdog Club Glenn Agnew 0427 325 905

Victoria Park Reserve Bookings, Denise Cook ph. 0419 103 196

SES Emergency 000

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

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

EMERGENCY Police, Ambulance, Fire, SES

Ring 000

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

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

B’burn Vet 5281 1221 B’burn Taxi 5281 1777 Barwon Water 1300 656 007 Power Failure 13 24 12

Inverleigh Historical Society Katrina Robson 0400 527 352 Liz McDonald 5265 1270

Leighdale Equestrian Centre Robyn Grixti Ph 5281 5290 or Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012

Inverleigh Playgroup President: Suzy 0431 080 977 Secretary: Deb 0428 794 500

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

Inverleigh Progress Assoc.

President:Hilary Hamilton 5265 1384 Secretary: Luanne Thornton 5265 1256

Teesdale Branch Liberal Party Charlie Hartup 5281 5222

Golden Plains Medical Centre 5281 2320

Teesdale Cricket Club Alister Woods. 0439 395 456

Wildlife Rescue 0500 540 000

Inverleigh Riding Club Leighdale Equestrian Centre Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012

Teesdale Pre School Mandy Bartlett. 5281 5488

Women’s Domestic Violence Crisis Service 1800 015 188

Teesdale Sporting Complex Mrs Kay Hower. 5281 5389

Shire Ranger 5220 7111

Inverleigh RSL Sub-Branch Pres. Malcom Johns.

5281 5253 Inverleigh Tennis Club Shane Lubcke 0410 483 690

Teesdale Tennis Club Mrs Judy Evans. 5281 5328 Teesdale Community Hall Dale Smithyman 5281 5486

Geelong Hospital Accident & Emergency 5226 7564 Golden Plains Equine Vets 0437 467 097

If you would like your Club or Service included in this directory, or if you need to update any details above, please contact the Editor. leighnews@bigpond.com

Advertisers Index Accountant 39,40,41 Antennas 39 Banking 37 Builder 46 Building Design 13 Cartage 28 Cafe 42 CCTV & Alarms 46 CFA Roster 8 Child Care 31 Church Notices 25 Clotheslines 43 Compost 12 Concreting 41 Crossword 44 CWA 25 Dance 6 Data Cabling 46 Doctor & Health Serv.

14,17,37 Drafting 39 Driver Tuition 28 Earthmoving 43 Electrician 12 Equine 21 Firewood 41 Food Swaps 24 Funeral Director 21,35 Grain 35 Garden Supplies 42 Hall Hire 25 Home & Living 110 Hot Water 28 Justice of the Peace 24 Legal Services 7,29 Market 6,12 Motor Mechanic 38 Mowers 18 NBN Setup 46 OSHC 24 Painter & Decorator 40,43 Physiotherapy 17 Playgroup 17 Psychology 41 Plumbing Services 14,29,38,40 Probus 17 Recycling metal 36 Real Est. 15,34,35,48 Skip Bin Hire 36 Seniors 19 Septic Services 14 Taxi 39 Tax Returns 39 Tyres 41 Veterinary 32,33 Wicking Beds 22 Wool Buyers & Brokers 40

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STOCKDALE & LEGGO BANNOCKBURN SALES – PROPERTY MANAGEMENT – COMMERCIAL

DEAN WILSON

Sales Manager & Licensed Estate Agent P 0418 521 322

JULIE KAYE

Director & Licensed Estate Agent P 0411 059 001

Stockdale & Leggo Bannockburn Shop 14, 6-8 High Street, Bannockburn, VIC, 3331 P (03) 5281 4444 E bannockburn@stockdaleleggo.com.au

STEVE ROPER

Sales Consultant P 0411 381 243