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An Inverleigh Progress Association Publication ISSN 0313-8453
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FEBRUARY 2022
Volume 48 Number 1
GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL
NEWS
More "Awards" stories and details on Pages 3 and 52. "A Police Story from the past" Page 6 "Spring in the Shire" winners Pages 12 & 13 "Friends get help from Satellites" Page 15
2 Leigh News WHAT'S ON? 10th Feb 2022 12th Feb 16th Feb 19th Feb 22nd Feb 6th March 28th & 29th May
Seniors @ Inverleigh Hall-Midday Food Swap @ Sonny 9:30 IPA Meeting @ Inverleigh Hall 7:30 Engage with Councillors -Page 43 Historical Society @ Inverleigh Hall 7:30 Dachshund Derby @ Shelford -Page 5 Inverleigh Book Bazaar (More details next month).
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
meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall
0n the 4th Tuesday of each Month @ 2pm
(Except December & January) VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME
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.
Convenor - Bronwyn Price, Secretary - Christine Windle, 0403 267 286, inverleighhistsoc@gmail.com
Peter’s Editorial Happy New Year to you all and thanks to so many who have sent messages to me, re: Senior Citizen of the
Year award. Can I also direct you to page 20, where the Progress Association Volunteers are providing clarification on regulations with the use of social media platforms. I also would like to highlight, for the benefit of senior members of the community and for those that are not up to speed with technology, the need to be very careful when it comes to "door to door" sales people wanting to sign you up to something new, or for you to change your supplier. This will also include over the phone sales people as well. You will be well aware of sales groups wanting to upgrade your light globes and similar. Be very careful, as one resident found recently. Not only did they change her light globes, but also changed her electrical supplier, despite the "salesperson" insisting they would not do so. Your personal informationis very important to you and while these sales opportunists might know your name and your address, even your phone number, the one piece of information unique to only you is your "date of birth". If they insist on you providing your DOB, this is when you must be very careful. Do Not give them this information unless you are certain what they are offering is what you really need or want. Just send them away and lock your door.
Locals passionate about Youth Programs nominated for Young Citizen of the Year. Leigh News
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Local young women from our immediate district were recently nominated for Awarts in the Golden Plains Community Awards. Alisha Nurnaitis from Bannockburn received the Award as Young Citizen of the Year for Golden Plains. She is a passionate and valuable member of the Regional Youth Voice Program, which is made up of 12 young people from 4 local municipalities. The group meet monthly to discuss regional issues that impact young people, with isolation and loneliness key themes in 2021. Alisha has been central to the design of an online resource to support young people experiencing difficulties with transistion from secondarry school to further study.
Alisha Nurnaitis
Bridie Orr
Bridie Orr is from Inverleigh is an exceptional young person is also very passionate for youth in the area. Bridie is involved through the Youth Hub in Bannockburn as well as youth activities in Inverleigh and 3 years ago was selected to attend a school for student leadership, for potential Youth Leaders, held at Dinner Plain in the Victorian Alps. This camp was cut short due to the Pandemic outbreak but even so, Bridie and other leaders attended this Camp for a month, including some nights camping outdoors with the other trainees. While at Camp, participants were sharing a room with another trainee based on their home location. Bridie (Rural)has been a resident of Inverleigh all her life and shared with another girl (City) who was from metropolitan Melbourne. This has turned into a long time friendship. Each participant also had the opportunity to be the Leader for a Day. Georgia Kitchen is from Teesdale and is passionate regarding "everyone being equal and each deserves a chance". Georgia has been involved in Community Youth for many years and was selected to participate in a 6 week Youth leadership and training program at Utahloy International School, Guangzhou, in China. While in China, when out and about on tasks, Georgia and other trainee's stayed in large hotels with school tasks, like running sports groups and doing gardening for beautification, all included in their planned activities.
Georgia Kitchen
Rachel Kaiser of Maude and Tarni Crocker of Teesdale were also nominees for this award. With the future of Youth in our Shire led by these nominee's, the future is in safe hands. Well done to you all. Peter Trevaskis (Editor)
4 Leigh News INVERLEIGH DISC GOLF OFF TO A FLYING START The February photo in the 2022 Inverleigh Historical Society calendar shows Jarrath Sweetten competing in disc golf at the Inverleigh Golf Course and is courtesy of Andrew Ferguson. Sweetten emerged victorious against some of Australia’s best male disc golfers who converged on Inverleigh in April 2019 for the Vic Open tournament, a renowned annual event on the Australian Disc Golf Tour. Disc golf is played in a similar way to traditional golf, except the disc golfer throws specially designed discs with the aim of landing one in an elevated basket instead of using clubs to hit a ball into a hole. The sport’s popularity in Australia has grown steadily over recent years, with an associated increase in membership of the Inverleigh Disc Golf Club. The Inverleigh Golf Course has been home since 2018 to a permanent disc golf course, which has quickly become a favourite of disc golfers of all skill levels. The course winds its way through challenging but scenic woodland terrain and across several golf fairways. The 2019 Vic Open attracted 66 disc golfers from across the country, approximately a third of whom travelled from outside Victoria. Players competed in a range of divisions based on age and skill level across three rounds, with Sweetten and his wife Cassie winning the top-ranked Open divisions for males and females respectively. Inverleigh Golf Club members were integral to the smooth running of the event, assisting with preparation of the course and providing warm hospitality for the competitors over a chilly and windy autumn weekend. After almost two years of disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Inverleigh Disc Golf Club has only recently been able to recommence course maintenance activities ahead of hosting the Australian Disc Golf Championships from February 25-27.
Historical Society Calendar.
A delightful image of two Eastern Grey kangaroos with joeys, captured by Andrea Bolton. It is the cover and January image of the yearly calendar produced for the Inverleigh Historical Society. The kangaroos are an integral part of the Inverleigh Flora & Fauna Reserve (historically referred to as the Common) and are most regularly seen on the golf course, roadsides in the Common, and within the township environs when seeking food.. As more and more houses are being built adjacent to The Common, concerns are being raised about cars, dogs and closed off access routes for the kangaroos and wallabies to reach safety and water in times of stress. The 2022 Calendar is now available for $15 Copies can be purchased at Sonny Cafe & Store or by calling Liz McDonald 5265 1270.
This particular staging of the prestigious annual tournament has already been postponed twice due to COVID-19 – originally from November 2020 and then from November 2021 – and has a capacity field of 196 players from around the nation set to compete. The course they will play on features a full 18 permanent baskets and tee pads – having originated as a nine-basket course – thanks to funding from both the Inverleigh Disc Golf and Golf clubs as well as contributions from sponsors. The current Inverleigh course is regarded as possibly the most difficult in Australian disc golf. An ambition of the Inverleigh Disc Golf Club, however, is to find and establish further tee positions and baskets for a beginner and/or intermediate course in order to help increase disc golf ’s popularity in the region. Inverleigh will also play host to other lower-level disc golf tournaments during 2022 and successfully hosted the South West Classic Teams Disc Golf Event on 8 January this year. Ben Pollard
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6 Leigh News Victoria Park Committee of Management Cypress Mulch available for Collection By residents of Inverleigh Please help yourself If you would like to make a donation to Victoria Park To assist with costs of removing and mulching these trees please use electronic banking and make a deposit into: Victoria Park Bank Account BSB 633 000 Account 113 002 075
GOLF RESULT – Nov/Dec/Jan- 21-22 27th Nov. Mixed Stableford Men J.Nicolle 38pts, I. Page 37pts, T.Lee 34pts. Ladies- L. Richardson 32pts, S. Dyer 31pts c/b G. Stevens 31pts N.T.P. 3RD S. Dyer, 8th J. Nicolle, L. Richardson Longest Drive Ladies, L. Richardson, Men, I. Page. 4th Dec. Mixed DFP Stableford D. Brown & G. Stevens 77pts, R. Lymer & S. Dyer 75pts. Longest Drive D. Mather, O/65yrs D. Brown. Women- S. Dyer N.T.P. 8th Women- D. Nicholls. 11th Dec. Mixed Stableford 1st Men-D.Waterfall 39pts, Ladies- A. Waayers 40 pts 2nd Men-S. Wemyss 36 pts c/b, Ladies D. Nicholls 37 pts. 3rd Men- D.Brown 36pts, Women S. Dyer 36pts. Longest Drive M. Hedger, O/65yrs T. Lee, & D. Nicholls. N.T.P. 8th G. Stevens 8th Jan Men- Stableford T. Lee 38pts c/b D. Brown 38pts, G. Smith 37pts. Longest Drive G. Smith, O/65 T. Lee Ladies D. Nicholls N.T.P. 3rd G.Smith, Ladies 8th D. Nicholls. 15th Jan Stableford, R. Lymer 38pts, J. Nicolls 35pts c/b I. Page 35pts. Longest Drive D. Mather, O/65yrs R. Lymer. 22nd Jan No Play.
A Police Story from the past
Dad was community minded and went to a football club meeting in his first year at Inverleigh. He was appointed senior coach and the team won the Woolworth section premiership. After the match he told the players "The town is yours tonight, but I do not want to be called out". I remember a large procession of cars making all soughs of noises slowly coming up the main street, turning at the police station and finishing at Victoria Park which was the original football oval. As things were progressing at the oval with a BBQ and everyone was enjoying themselves, Dad was advised somebody had a gun on them. He immediately went into action to try and find the offender. Unbeknown to him, two of his players sprang into action, followed him and acted as his body guard , if things had got out of hand. The offender was eventually caught, but I don’t know what the outcome was. Whilst on the end of year football trip, Dad was at the front of the bus and one of the players started to get unruly. One of the "bodyguards" said "Don’t worry Harold, I have just put him to sleep for a little while for you". Harold was president and received life memberships from both the golf and tennis clubs. He had a motorized golf buggy and on one occasion when playing in a group of four, he could not start his buggy. It just happened they were playing on the farthest hole from the club house. One of the players said with a funny smile “your spark lead has come off “. Dad soon realized that he had been set up. How many people would be game to do that to the local policeman in fear of retribution? He knew his people and they let it be known they could be counted on at any time. (Shared by John Crowe, son of former Policeman Harold Crowe)
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Creative ideas came from the many diverse entries received in the Inverleigh Youth Precinct Vision Competition, which I was pleased to support last year. I know how hard the Inverleigh community has been working to gain support for a Youth Precinct in the town. And I especially know that young people in Inverleigh are passionate about having a place to connect, ride bikes, skateboard, play sport and come together. That’s why I was thrilled to back a competition for young people, seeking their concepts and ideas of what a youth precinct in their town should look like. I donated a mountain bike to the person with the most innovative ideas and best presented concepts. It was an impressive entry by Jack Stones which got the judges’ attention. Jack is now the proud owner of the bike which I was able to present to him at a Friday night film night in December. The many entries submitted included elements such as a bike track, skate park and social basketball facilities. The standard of entries was so high that I also presented ‘highly commended’ certificates to Manon Guijt, Harry Weiler and Jasper Willoughby. Well done to everyone who entered. Libby Coker MP Federal Member for Corangamite
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GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE Date: Tuesday 25 January, 2022
HAVE YOUR SAY ON COUNCIL CUSTOMER SERVICE Council is seeking feedback to shape the development of the Draft Customer Service Strategy 2022-2026. As part of the Council Plan 2021-2025, Council is dedicated to improving customer experiences with the development of its Customer Service Strategy 2022-2026. With a focus on commitment and accountability to service standards and improving timely responses, the Strategy will detail Council’s dedication to delivering exceptional customer service across the organisation. To help shape Council’s Draft Customer Service Strategy 2022-2026, community members are invited to complete one of two surveys. The Customer Service Strategy Community Survey is collecting feedback from customers on what you think Council is doing well, what can be improved, and how you want to engage with us in the future. Council is also seeking responses to the Customer Service Strategy Post-Interaction Survey, which focuses on feedback from specific customer experiences, as well as ideas on future improvement. The Customer Service Strategy Surveys are open from Thursday 20 January to 5pm, Monday 14 February, 2022. The survey can be completed at goldenplains.vic.gov.au/consultations or pick up a copy of the survey at Council’s Customer Service Centre, 2 Pope Street, Bannockburn. Completed paper surveys may be emailed to enquiries@gplains.vic.gov.au or mailed to: Golden Plains Shire Council, PO Box 111, Bannockburn, VIC, 3331, marked ‘Attention: Customer Service Strategy Survey’. Mayor Cr Gavin Gamble encouraged residents to complete a survey and share their ideas for the Draft Strategy. “In the Council Plan 2021-2025, Council made a commitment to develop and deliver a new Customer Service Strategy and these surveys are the exciting start of this important project. The survey responses are an important part of improving our care and commitment to serving the Golden Plains community. “With this consultation, we want to know about positive and negative experiences, what Council does well and what could be better. We’re also interested in new and different ways that customers may want to interact with Council such as web chat or in person at community locations and events. “On behalf of Council, we encourage customers to complete the Post-Interaction Survey and everyone is invited to complete the Community Survey. We look forward to hearing your thoughts and ideas to work together on a new Customer Service Strategy that best serves the Golden Plains Shire community.”
– ENDS – Released by: Eric Braslis, CEO, Golden Plains Shire Council Media contact: Susan Talpey, Coordinator Communications, Engagement and Advocacy, Golden Plains Shire Council P. 5220 7147 │M. 0421 923 399 │E. susan.talpey@gplains.vic.gov.au
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GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE Date: Thursday 16 December, 2021
AND THE SPRING IN THE SHIRE WINNERS ARE… The winners of the 2021 Spring in the Shire photography competition were announced on Thursday 16 December at the fifth annual Golden Plains Twilight Market. The Spring in the Shire photography competition is an opportunity for photographers from across the Shire to showcase their talents by capturing the beautiful surrounds and vibrant communities of Golden Plains. This year’s competition theme was ‘What we share’, and photographers of any skill level were encouraged to capture this theme through their lens. The competition ran from Monday 13 September to Sunday 31 October, with entries judged on impact, subject matter and storytelling. This year’s winners and highly commended recipients were: Major Prize (18 years and older) Winner: Lyn Steele, Bannockburn – ‘Wing Attack’ Highly Commended: • Barry Feldman, Geelong - ‘Solitary Sentinel’ • Lisa Carpenter, Scarsdale – ‘To get the rainbow you need a little rain’ Young Adult Prize (13 to 17 years) Winner: Holly Draffin, Linton – ‘Love’ Highly Commended: Amelie Strahan, Dereel – ‘Baby goats in the Spring sunshine’ Junior Prize (Up to 12 years) Winner: Lucy Blersch, Inverleigh – ‘Early morning fish on the Leigh River’ Highly Commended: Ruby Bennion, Bannockburn – ‘Bannockburn Heart’ The Major and Young Adult prize-winners received $300 and the Junior Prize winner was awarded $200. Council partnered with Stockdale & Leggo Bannockburn and Healthsave Pharmacy Bannockburn to offer these great prizes. From the more than 70 entries in this year’s competition, 30 images have been shortlisted and are now on display in a public exhibition at the Bannockburn Cultural Centre, 27 High Street, Bannockburn, until Monday 31 January, 2022. The exhibition is open to the public from 10am to 1pm on Mondays, 10am to 5pm on Tuesdays, 10am to 6pm on Wednesdays, 10am to 5pm on Thursdays and Fridays and 9am to 12pm on Saturdays. The exhibition will not be accessible on Saturday 25 December or 1 January, and will be closed for all public holidays during the exhibition period, including Wednesday 26 January. Mayor Cr Gavin Gamble congratulated the winners and entrants of the Spring in the Shire photography competition. “The spectacular entries in this year’s Spring in the Shire photography competition are a great showcase of the creative talent of residents of all ages and from locations across our Shire. “Congratulations to our three prize winners, Lyn, Holly and Lucy, whose photographs beautifully capture the competition theme of ‘What we share’. “With so many wonderful, shortlisted entries on display, we hope that many residents take the opportunity to visit the exhibition during January.”
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SPRING IN THE SHIRE WINNERS PHOTOGRAPH
Pictured left (l to r) Junior Prize Winner Lucy Blersch, Young Adult Prize Winner Holly Draffin, Golden Plains Shire Mayor Cr Gavin Gamble, Young Adult Highly Commended Amelie Strachan and Major Prize Winner Lyn Steele.
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G'day from the penners. First off, we would like to wish every reader a Happy NewYear. But it has been far from a perfect start to 2022, covid numbers are astounding and it is so sad to hear of so many loved ones dying. Our hearts go out to anyone who has had the experience of having a family member who has had this insidious virus. But enough of the virus, how has the weather been? Teesdale coped a massive storm on the 7th January and it was fierce! Hailstones the size of Tom Bowlers, or for those not familiar with the large marbles, lets try Gum Balls that you get out of the little vending machines. Most of Teesdale's properties turned into a river I think, I know ours did and we sustained some damage but nothing came into the house luckily. I know from the Teesdale face book page that many lost driveways and had a lot of damage. What with a snow storm 18 months ago and all the rain we have had and then the hailstorm, well it really does make you think about climate change seriously, very seriously. But the penners write on, not much stops the creative juices from flowing. We are back at full strength after a short break and raring to get pen to paper. This month’s poem comes from Peter and it a beauty so we hope you enjoy it. Remember our email address is goldenpens4@gmail. com and we can be contacted anytime if you would like to send us a message or perhaps to join us.
The Silent Storyteller I am the silent storyteller. I can tell you stories. Tales of places I have been, things that you have never seen. Tales that once were told to me, when I was a child so free. Tales of things that never were But should have been; you might concur. So many stories I could tell imagination’s great, but, well, Until I speak, or write it down, I remain The silent storyteller.
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.
Who is the silent storyteller? Who can tell you stories? Is he standing next to you? Is that her over in the queue? Your grandma, uncle, neighbour, friend, all have their tales, your ear to bend. Mundane, amusing, boring, not - unknown until you hear their lot. All must give voice, and tell their tale before they pass beyond the veil, Or remain, for all eternity A silent storyteller.
FRIENDS GET HELP FROM SATELLITES
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A grant of almost $1500 has been received by Friends of Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve for the purchase of two handheld GPS devices. The funds were given to the Friends group by Bannockburn & District Grants. Presenting the cheque to the group, Bannockburn & District Grants Director, Doug Gadd, said that the board favours supporting small community groups, that have no way of raising their own funds, to achieve their goals. Mr Gadd also said that he would like to see the many newcomers to the area learn more about their local bushland. Friends Group member, Neil Anderton, spoke about the value of the Inverleigh Reserve, being a rare remnant example of grassy woodlands. Mr Anderton reminded the audience that the Reserve is host to over 300 plant species, including three endangered species and five critically endangered species. Friends Group President, Keith Windle, said that the GPS devices will be used to map the locations of wildflowers in the Reserve. They will also be used to record the locations of the noxious weed, boneseed, which has the potential to severely damage biodiversity in the Reserve, as has happened extensively in the You Yangs. Seeds from the boneseed shrub can remain viable for over ten years, and, with the use of the GPS devices, Friends Group members will be able to visit each infestation site annually to remove any new seedlings. Mr Windle said that the Friends of Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve greatly appreciate the funding from Bannockburn & District Grants. Enquiries about the Friends Group: Contact Keith Windle, phone 0429 651 298.
Photo: Bannockburn & District Grants Director, Doug Gadd (right) with members of Friends of Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve for the formal handover of the grant on November 21st. Friends group members, Dianne Hughes and Keith Windle holding boneseed plants and David Bruce holds one of the new GPS devices.
RETURNING SOON INVERLEIGH FOOD SWAP
Saturday 12th February 9.30 till 10 am @ Sonny Cafe and Store Bring along your spare Fruit, Veges Seedlings, Eggs, Egg Cartons Honey etc. to share with others, Take what you can use for yourself and friends
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POLICE REPORT FOR FEBRUARY 2022 Hello All, I hope everyone had a good Christmas and New Year and if you were able to manage it to have a holiday after another COVID ravaged year. I came across a lot of holiday traffic mainly heading through down to the coast and continued to issue a lot of infringements to vehicles mainly speeding through the town and on other country roads around the response zone. I issued a couple of licence suspension infringements in December including 92 & 88/60 km/h zone Hamilton Hwy Inverleigh, 132/100 H Hwy B Plains and on New Years Eve I detected a local Bannockburn probationary driver doing 138/100 km/h zone in Murghebuloc. All have been issued with infringements that included a 3 or 6 month suspension depending on the speed. In the lead up to Christmas we had two serious collisions in the space of a week where cars ran off the Rokewood Shelford Road Shelford colliding with fences and gates. The single vehicle collisions resulted in the vehicles flipping and rolling one onto it’s roof and they were both extensively damaged and were written off. Inexperience and fatigue appear to be the causes in both. I also attended a serious collision on the Inverleigh Shelford Road Inverleigh in the early hours where a kangaroo hopped onto the road in front of a motorcycle causing a collision. The result was the motorcycle was then knocked right and collided into a trailer being towed by a car coming the other way. The rider unfortunately was very seriously injured and was transported to hospital. I was called to another collision between a vehicle and a kangaroo on the Hamilton Hwy Berrybank just the other week where the vehicle required towing due to the damage received in
the collision. Please be careful driving on the roads especially where wildlife are known to frequent especially during dawn/dusk periods. In relation to a road where wildlife is frequently encountered please note the speed limits on Common Road have been reduced between the golf club and the Teesdale Road. The speed limit on Harvey Road Bannockburn has also been reduced to 80 km/h for the majority of the section from the railway line to Bannockburn. Please be aware of these reduced limits. I have also received complaints about driver behaviour on some of the roads without lane markings like Cemetery Road where vehicles are driving down the centre of the road and not moving to the left. Please be considerate of other motorists and move to the left when approaching. Another holiday period and more issues coming to light with campers by the River in Inverleigh again. I have received calls re people damaging trees for firewood, fires and even campers jumping off the Winchelsea Road bridge into the river!!! I even came across one group of campers who had a fire going about 3 metres behind one of the council fire prohibition signs, I just couldn’t believe it and when I pointed it out they claimed they had to have it as they wanted to cook a steak, they obviously didn’t care about the sign and the dry country around their site they were just thinking about themselves and what they wanted. If people are damaging the trees/leaving rubbish please let the council know and the CFA and myself are regularly patrolling re fires being lit there. Keep safe Chris
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Leigh News social media update: Be Kind and Be Nice
The Leigh News Facebook page performs many functions that users tell us are important to our community. Finding lost dogs, highlighting important local and Council news, and advertising upcoming events. Facebook members may have noticed that the Leigh News Facebook Page has recently changed its terms of use rules. Particularly those relating to the posting of comments that may be defamatory, abusive, threatening or bullying of others.
The reasons:
The Inverleigh Progress Association (IPA) is the publisher of the Leigh News and administrator of its related Facebook page. The IPA has had to take this step for a number of reasons including: 1 Addressing the recent High Court of Australia decision Fairfax Media v Voller. https://eresources.hcourt. gov.au/downloadPdf/2021/HCA/27. 2 A threat of legal action against the Leigh News and the IPA. 3 The new On Line Safety Act 2021 that came into force on 24 January 2022. The High Court said that media organisations, even small ones like the Leigh News, are publishers of all third party comments posted on their Facebook pages and can be liable if those comments are defamatory. The new On Line Safety Act makes the IPA and the Leigh News a social media service provider. The legisla-
tion gives the new eSafety Commissioner wide powers to support on line safety and deal with complaints about cyber bullying of children, adults and sharing of intimate images without consent. The IPA, as publisher, had to make these changes to the terms of use to reduce the risk of being sued for defamation and to comply with the new On Line Safety legislation.
What has changed
Social media is a 24/7 medium. Doing the best we can, our moderation capacity is not 24/7. So, while our page is monitored closely, there may be some posts which will have commenting capabilities turned off or user contributions restricted. We will continue vetting posts before they appear on the group wall and would appreciate members reporting any inappropriate, insulting, racist, sexist, or defamatory comments so we can respond appropriately. Inverleigh is a caring and supportive community which enjoys its social media. We encourage that engagement and exchange of ideas to continue and thrive. Please use the Facebook page respectfully. It may be a cliché, but please: Be Kind and Be Nice. Thank you. John Bolitho Assistant Secretary Inverleigh Progress Association
Solar Power for Inverleigh Public Hall
The Inverleigh Public Hall Committee applied to DELWP for a grant for solar power for the Hall. We were selected to go to the second stage of the process, which was an extensive energy audit to determine power use, need and suitability for a solar system. As a result, we received a grant for a 6.6 kw system with 18 solar panels and 2 inverters. Blake Driden, Tyler Owens, Trav Owens and Justin Pillich of Western District Solar and Electrical installed the system on the roof of the main hall on Friday 21st January.
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Phone: 0407 850 041 2022 CFA Article for Leigh News. FEBRUARY
Weinare close and, thisbased case,inweInverleigh. had kids on bikes quite close as well as others who had no need to be there. It can be quite dangerous with the risk I hope that everybody is now aware that of things exploding such as at a recent shed fire fire restrictions are now in place and this means and then objects coming out to hit somebody. no burning of rubbish and the like until the Also the movement of trucks and firefighters, restrictions are lifted at the end of summer or we have enough to worry about without possibly the early autumn depending on the dodging people who don’t need to be there. rainfall over the next few months. So please if you want to watch then keep well So with this in mind there is each year a back and out of the way and defiantly out of the frenzy of burning and cleaning up just prior to smoke. the restrictions coming in and this year was no different. Unfortunately, the CFA gets the odd call There is probably one worse sort of onlooker to a burn off that has gotten away and this year was and that is the car driver who is too busy looking for the fire and just driving slowly no different. Most are well meaning people who down the road unaware of approaching trucks have something larger than they expected, some and when they find the fire decide they want are just careless and have not been supervised to turn around in the driveway of the of the and the odd one is a flare up from a fire that was incident. It sounds silly but it has happened thought to be extinguished some time before. This year one such event took us to a small many times over the years. Nothing more frustrating than trying to get the fire truck to a fire that had got into a small patch of bushland fire and onto the fire scene than to have some nearby. Nothing really too major and quite easily body block your way for no good reason. controlled. Like a lot of fires, they tend to draw Don’t let it be you. a crowd and while I can understand the interest Ewen Peel in observing the fire and the trucks and people Inverleigh fire brigade. trying to put it out there is no need to get to
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COMMUNITY BANK SUPPORTS LOCAL CFA
The Winchelsea Bendigo Community Bank has been delighted to support community groups in the Inverleigh area and again they have supported the immediate needs of the local Fire Brigade to assist with the purchase of some important equipment as we enter the height of the fire danger season. Brigade captain Andrew Collins was delighted to accept the funding, expressing the relief it gives to the general fundraising pressure on the group. Active member numbers have been reduced in recent times for a number of reasons, but the brigade still needs to be correctly equipped to deal with the wide variety of call outs that are received during the year. While many people would think that bushfires are the primary activity for the brigade members, Andrew was quick to point out the alarm
goes off for many reasons. “Traffic accidents are a common reason for our services, as well as house fires and we often get requests to support neighbouring brigades.” the hard working volunteer said. “We would really love to see new residents to the region come down to the station and make themselves known. They might just find that being a volunteer is just the thing to help out the community.” The Inverleigh Fire Brigade ran their usual pre Christmas Lolly Run around the town with the well known and much loved Mr Claus happily mounted on the tanker. If you are interested in learning more about the local Fire Brigade, please contact Andrew Collins on 0448 651 115 and learn more about how you may be able to assist and start a long term connection to this vital community group. Rob Cameron.
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NOTICEBOARD ST PAULS SURPRISE SHOP INVERLEIGH During February all GREEN clothing Tickets will be $1, so come on in and grab some awesome bargains.
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are held in INVERLEIGH on second Saturday of the month 9:30 to 10:00 @Sonny Cafe and in BANNOCKBURN @ St. Mary MacKillop School 4th Saturday each Month
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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 "Lions Club newspaper collection". Leigh Valley Lions Club collects newspapers & magazines for recycling.
Funds raised are used for both local & international Lions projects. Community members are asked to deposit their papers in "LIONS" marked wheely bins located at Inverleigh Hall & beside the Bannockburn Library in High St.
Pick up of large amounts can be arranged by text or phone to Secretary Keith Robson 0408 270 107.
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 Have a safe Christmas and New Year https://www.facebook.com/St.PaulsSurpriseShop The volunteers, who operate this Opportunity Shop thank you for your donations, which help many in our community by providing a large range of inexpensive clothes and other household items. We welcome items in good condition, not stained or broken. We are not able to sell electrical items. We receive a great deal of material and it is all gone through to select material which experience tells us will sell. Unfortunately a great deal of material ends up in rubbish bins or is taken to the Geelong Recycling Centre or to a bonfire somewhere. All this costs the Op Shop money and our volunteers time. If material does not sell at your garage sale, it will not sell from the Op Shop. Please sort through all your goods carefully before donating them and dispose of your own rubbish. Thank you all. 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
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meets for rally every 2nd Sunday @10.00am Victoria Park, Park Street, Inverleigh Vic 3321 New Members always welcome for enquiries please contact
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TEESDALE PS O.S.H.C. Phone: 5281 5218 BEFORE SCHOOL CARE
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Contact Details: Parish Priest Father Joseph mob. 0404 598 558 Office Phone: 5286 1230 Office open Wednesday & Friday 9.30am to 4.30 pm Mass Times: QR check-ins, proper sanitizing/hygiene mandatory. Masks required. Tue and Thurs 9 am St Mary MacKillop, Bannockburn. 9.30-10.30 am Fr Joseph available for enquiries Wed and Friday 11 am St. Joseph’s, Meredith First Friday of the month Exposition, Adoration, Benediction will be held and Reconciliation available, 10.15 Meredith, followed by Mass. First Sunday of the month Family Mass, 11 am, Bannockburn Youth group commencing 6/2, 12.15 followed by lunch, Bannockburn , contact Monique 0432 040 906 Sat. 6 pm Vigil, St. John the Baptist, Winchelsea Sun. 11 am St. Mary MacKillop, Bannockburn Sun. 13/2, 27/2, 9 am St. Joseph’s, Meredith Sun. 6/2, 20/2, 9 am St. Brigid’s Anakie Sun. 13/2 , 4 pm Sacred Heart, Inverleigh
Weekly Bus Service
provided for residents without transport to shop inGeelong! 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
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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 available from leaders listed below:
Secretary: 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
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INVERLEIGH CWA BRANCH Welcomes existing and new members alike.
We are so much more than just Tea and Scones ladies! Contact Eliza for details of meeting times once restrictions ease. inverleighcwa@gmail.com or Eliza Peel Ph 0438 351 483
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GROUNDS FOR HIRE TOILETS GRASS & SHADE OVERNIGHT CAMPING (NO POWER) CANTEEN & CLUBHOUSE ANIMAL FRIENDLY HORSE YARDS Reasonable Rates CONTACT: Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313
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NOTICEBOARD KNIT, KNATTER AND THAT GROUP-TEESDALE
Meredith And District Motor Cycle Club
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
CHECK WITH YOUR LEADERSHIP FOR PROGRAM UPDATE For more information please call: President: Ann Hancock 0410 453 958 Secretary: Shirley Wild 0447 873 763 "bannockburnprobus@gmail.com" All function dates are subject to Covid Lockdown rules in place at the time.
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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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Meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall @ Midday on 2nd Thursday each Month for a Meeting, guest speaker and afternoon tea and 4th Thursday each month for an outing. Our new year activities start again on: 10th Feb 2022 @ Inverleigh Hall. Meet at midday for light lunch ($5) and games. Plenty of time for Chit Chat too. 24th Feb 2022 we are off for Lunch. Meet at the hall at midday to carpool 12:30 at Beeac Hotel for Lunch, followed by a visit to the famous Lolly Shop. President. PeterT 0407 100 791 Secretary.Joy Gray 5265 1566 Treasurer. Val Robertson 5265 1492
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TABLE OF CONTENTS •Insect Bites •Dementia in Pets IN OTHER NEWS
Insect Bites Our pets are curious creatures and will often stick their nose where it doesn't belong. Insect stings are quite common in pets, especially in the warmer months, because they spend so much time outdoors running and playing on grass and in bushes. Bee stings, wasps, fleas, ticks and spider bites are the most common causes of insect bite reactions in pets.
Symptoms of a sting or bite: We would like to welcome and introduce our new Veterinarian Dr. Maddi Hammond. You may have already met Dr Maddi, she has been working at the clinic on Saturdays as a Vet nurse while completing her degree in Veterinary Medicine. Dr Maddi is looking forward to seeing and treating the wide range of animals that come to our clinic.
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Sudden onset of yelping, whining, limping Drooling Redness and swelling localised or all over the body Restlessness Licking, chewing, pawing or scratching at the bite site
A severe reaction includes: • • • • •
Severe swelling Difficulty breathing Vomiting/Diarrhoea Pale gums Collapse
Diagnosis is based on clinical signs and observation of the pet being stung/bitten.
Pet Facts
Dogs have an amazing sense of smell. A German Shepherd has 220 million smelling cells compared to a humans 5 million. Dogs have a visual range of 250 degrees compared to a humans range of 180 degrees.
If you suspect your pet has suffered from an insect bite or sting, keep them calm and still as possible. This will slow down the heart rate and in turn slow down the venom travelling around their body. Symptoms will start to appear around 20 minutes after the sting but may be delayed so close monitoring is critical. Try to stop them licking or scratching at the site. A cold wet towel placed over the site may help reduce some of the swelling and pain. Don't give them any medications, such as antihistamines as a wrong dosage can prove fatal.
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Dogs nose prints are as unique as a humans fingerprint. Overall cats have a better memory than dogs Cats can jump up to five to six times their height. Rabbits perform an athletic leap known as a "Binky" when they are happy performing kicks and twists in mid air. Goldfish can remember things that happened up to 3 months ago
If your pet is showing signs of an allergic reaction or anaphylaxis from a sting, bring them straight to the clinic. Treatment is based on the type of insect bite, the number of bites, and the severity of clinical signs.
Dementia in Pets
More and more of our dogs and cats are living into their senior years and just like elderly humans, pets can suffer from dementia also known as cognitive dysfunction syndrome, with effects similar to those of Alzheimers.
Dogs Die In Hot Cars
The early signs of dementia can be difficult to detect. They can often be misinterpreted as "just getting old"
Signs of Dementia in Pets: If you find a distressed pet left in a hot car please call the Victorian Police on 000. The police are equipped to dispatch officers quickly from the nearest police station which is critical under these circumstances. Well fitted fly masks can be used if your horses' eyes tend to get irritated by flies.been working for the past 2 years in a mixed practice in New South Wales. Dr Elliot has a keen interest in all aspects of mixed practice and is looking forward to getting to know our wonderful patients and clients.
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Disorientation - such as being confused or getting lost in familiar environments. Staring at walls. Inappropriate vocalisation - Meowing for no reason, howling, barking or whining. Lack of self grooming. House training and other learnt behaviours may deteriorate. Sleep-wake cycles may change such as waking at night and sleeping during the day. Failing to get out of the way when someone opens a door.
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Come along for a cuppa and chat at Inverleigh Playgroup! Inverleigh Playgroup is a weekly play session for children aged 0-4 years. We offer a range of activities and free play with a large collection of toys and equipment. Run by a volunteer committee of parents, Playgroup provides a great opportunity to meet other families from the community. New members are always welcome. When: Wednesdays during the school term Time: 9.30 – 11.15am Where: Inverleigh Public Hall (venue updates are posted on our Facebook page) Cost: $4 per family, BYO healthy snack Please check our Facebook page for important information regarding current COVID restrictions and other announcements Inverleigh Playgroup President: Anna Kichakov 0415 588 454
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BOWLS CLUB CELEBRATES AUSTRALIA DAY IN STYLE
The local Inverleigh Bowls Club celebrated Australia Day in a different way this year. With many celebrations on hold due to the Pandemic, some members got together for a fun day rolling a few down and enjoying good company to boot. Winners and runners up on the day were presented with "Australian Made" Hampers. Well done to Ken Hopkins and John Croft for being overall winners for the day, with Max Peel and Anne-Maree Tarbett the runners up. Thanks to Anne-Maree for coming up with the plan for the day. What a success and it just may be on again next year too.
Left: l-r John Croft, Ken Hopkins, Max Peel and Anne-Maree Tarbett. Above: I think I see vegemite there too! Right: Crofty and Ken, winners on the Day.
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A New Way To Receive Care
PERSONALISED IN-HOME CARE & COMPANIONSHIP IN THE GEELONG REGION Home Instead Geelong Established in 2018, Home Instead Geelong is the region’s trusted choice for in-home care and companionship. Giovanni and his wife Giselle started the business with CAREGivers keen to make a difference to the way care is provided to ageing adults in their local community. Giselle Siano, a Geelong local and registered pharmacist, has worked in hospital and community sectors for more than 10 years. Giovanni Siano discovered his passion for the industry while working as an aged care business consultant. In less than three years, Home Instead Geelong now employs more than 200 people and delivers over 12,000 hours of care each month. Their focus is on employing local people, providing quality training and development, and supporting the local economy.
based approach to care, coupled with a passion for supporting seniors in their local community Home Instead personally match their clients with like-minded CAREGivers, who will be their regular helper. Clients have complete control over when they receive assistance, whether it be once every few weeks or 24/7 in-home care. Their dedicated team is also available on the phone 24/7, meaning you can rest assured help is never far away. And best of all they have the flexibility to adapt to ever changing needs. Navigating Your In-home Care. There are two streams of in-home care; governmentsubsidised or self-funded.
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STAND PIPE – WATER PUMP KEY HOLDERS NOTICE Invoices have been sent to all key holders by post or email. The annual fee is still $44 for 2022 This should be paid before the 31st March 2022 this being the end of the IPA financial year 2021-2022 A late fee of $7.00 will be charged for late payment. When payment is made by direct debit please make sure the invoice number is quoted. Tony Waayers Treasurer IPA
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
St Pauls Anglican Church Inverleigh 38 High Street, Inverleigh services: please check Leigh News for current times facebook: St Pauls Anglican Church Inverleigh contact: Rev. Dr Tim Smith Ph: 5265 1284 / 0412 673 152 Inverleigh Bowls Club Pres. Adrian Hurring 0418 593 849 Sec. Suzy Coleman 0431 080 977 Inverleigh Cemetery Trust President: Sandy McCallum 0408 378 752 Secretary: Des Guinane. 0409 224 811 Inverleigh Cricket Club Pres: Marcus Warton ph. 0400 199 309 Inverleigh CWA Eliza Peel 0438 351 483 Inverleighcwa@gmail.com Inverleigh-Leigh Valley Lions Club Keith Robson 0408 270 107 inverleigh.lions@gmail.com Inverleigh Golf & Disc Golf Club President: Greg Erwin 0408 651 744 Email: golf3321@bigpond.com 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 Adult Riding Club President: Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313 Secretary: Claire Heazelwood 0438 449 048 Victoria Park Reserve Bookings, Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313
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Murgheboluc Recreation Reserve. Fiona Inglis. 0421 679 770
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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
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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
Geoff Wild (Sect) 0407 835 731 Bannockburn Probus Club Shirley Wild (Pres) 0447 873 763 Sandra Bance (Sect) 0490 049 953
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
Leighdale Pony Club Inc. Pres: Tom McCann 5265 1169 Sec: Sue Moran 0437 914 454
Geelong Hospital Accident & Emergency 5226 7564
Teesdale Branch Liberal Party Charlie Hartup 5281 5222
Golden Plains Equine Vets 0437 467 097
Teesdale Cricket Club Alister Woods. 0439 395 456 Teesdale Pre School Mandy Bartlett. 5281 5488
Golden Plains Medical Centre 5281 2320 Wildlife Rescue 0500 540 000
Teesdale Sporting Complex Mrs Kay Hower. 5281 5389
Women’s Domestic Violence Crisis Service 1800 015 188
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An independent agency Shire Ranger 7111 specialising in5220 quality residential Teesdale Community Hall Dale Smithyman 5281 5486and rural lifestyle property. Teesdale Tennis Club Mrs Judy Evans. 5281 5328
Working Sheepdog Club Glenn Agnew 0427 325 905
The team you can trust for your If you would like your Club BANNOCKBURN AREA real estate needs... or Service included in this directory, or Bannockburn & District Men's Shed Syd McConachy (Pres)
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