Leigh News-Inverleigh-February 2023 Edition

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Shelford Duck Race & Family Fun Day

Sunday 26th Feb 11am - 4pm

Recreation Reserve and the Leigh River, Shelford

The Shelford Duck Race is back and better than ever! After a two-year break, the beloved event is returning to the small, picturesque town of Shelford, just 30 minutes west of Geelong.

This year's event will feature a range of exciting activities for kids, including rides and entertainment. There will also be craft stalls, a show-n-shine, and delicious food and refreshments to enjoy.

But the highlight of the day will be the Duck Race down the lovely Leigh River, where you adopt a duck and have the chance to share in over $2000 in prizes.

In addition to the fun and excitement, there will also be live music featuring fabulous band Lash78, adding to the festive atmosphere. Don't miss out on this fun-filled event - come and join us at the Shelford Duck Race on Sun 26th Feb. See you there!

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DACHSHUND DERBY DAY

SUNDAY 5TH MARCH, 2023

INVERLEIGH SPORTING COMPLEX

10 RAILWAY STREET, INVERLEIGH

This family and small dog friendly event is open to all dogs up to 30cm at the shoulder.

Ribbons & prizes awarded for all events with trophies for the Dachshund Derby & All Breeds Race.

• Entries on the day from 8.30 am

• Events commence at 10 am

• The entry cost is $15.00 per dog for the day with a gold coin donation at the gate

• Ribbons & Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd placings

Full canteen & Food vendors available

BYO seating recommended

Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times No aggressive dogs permitted

EVENTS INCLUDE

Cutest Puppy

Child Handler

Egg & Spoon Race

Billy Can Race

Sack Race

Pooper Scooper

Fancy Dress

All Breeds Race

DACHSHUND DERBY

ENQUIRIES

Carol 0401 161 470

June Oliver was a well known resident of Inverleigh, especially when Red Door Cafe was operating in High Street Inverleigh. You would find her there most days, catching up with local friends. On one occasion June had taken herself to Red Door and met up with close friend Denise, and together they decided to go to Geelong to watch a movie. The cafe eventually came to closing time and Danny, proprietor of Red Door was concerned. Her car is here, but where was June? This developed into a full on town search to find the well know and loved local resident which carried on for some time. It all ended well, eventually, much to the relief of many of her friends and of course the Red Door staff.

June was one of 7 children (she was the middle child) and was born in 1927, and due to circumstances at the time, was brought up by her grandparents who live in Bonny Doon. She met her husband there and together they had 3 children, all boys, Andrew, Geoff and Ken. In January 1973 they moved with Geoff and Isabel to the farm property "Englewood Park" at Inverleigh. June loved sport, all sport, especially Golf and played pennant with a handicap of 9. She won many championships at Winchelsea, and much to the annoyance of other club players, in her significant tournament, they were beaten by a B***dy 80 year old.

Bowls was another love for June, and even when too old to play, was often found as a spectator at the local club, even watching the game from the comfort of her car. An active member of Red Cross and a local ladies craft group, she made Trauma Teddies for children, but always insisted that the group members not start chatting until she got there.

June loved going for a drive, recalls Joy Gray, and in true Mrs Bucket style, give orders to the driver to "go down there" just see what was at the end of the road? (Turning the car around was not her concern}.

Rest in peace June, you are very fondly remembered in Inverleigh as one able to cope, no matter the circimstance, even calmly shutting the snake that entered your house in the bathroom and returning to bed at 2am, leaving it to Geoff to deal with in the morning, Peter Trevaskis-Editor.

Well done Harry Coleman

Harry Coleman, aged 12, is a local resident of Inverleigh and this year will be beginning his Secondary Education at Geelong Baptist College. During his time at Inverleigh Primary, Harry has been playing Lawn Bowls at Inverleigh Bowls Club. It is no surprise that Harry has taken to this sport as Mum and Dad, Suzy and Mark Coleman have been long term players in the sport, in fact Mark has recently been appointed as Bowls Australia Regional Bowls Manager for the Geelong and Metro Melbourne areas of Victoria. He is also very strongly supported by sister Kelsey and little brother Dallas, who is also very keen on Bowls too.

A long list of achievements make-up Harry’s Bowling resume, and will continue to grow in the short and long term future as he progresses. He has is eyes firmly set on the Commonwealth Games and has already achieved placement in an event at State Level for the under 18's. The family has transferred membership to Geelong City Bowls Club where Harry is currently playing Premier Division to extend his experience. That being so, Harry’s answer to the question “Where do you come from?” is always the immediate reply…..I’m from Inverleigh, in Victoria.

Harry was rolling bowls on the green at a very young age and has been playing Pennant Bowls in Inverleigh since he was 7 years old. Here are some of his achievements so far: 2022-2023 Season:

• Geelong Bowling Region (GBR), under 18 Champion.

• Represented GBR in men’s Open Seniors.

• Winner of the Whykes Shield, representing Geelong @ the Belmont Bowling Club.

• Reached round of 16 with his Mum Suzy at the Victorian Pairs Open @ Shepparton in mixed pairs.

• Victoria U18 Team Member for School Sport Australia -National Championships.

• Received Citizen Recognition Award from Golden Plains Shire, recently presented by GPSC Mayor, Councillor Brett Cunningham.

2021-2022 Season:

• Runner Up for GBR under 18 Singles, played at Geelong.

• Qualified for final 16 in Victorian U18 State Championship in singles.

• Runner Up in Inverleigh Bowls Club Pairs, playing with Dad, Mark.

2020-2021 Season:

• Runner Up for GBR under 18 Singles.

• Qualified for final 16 in Victorian U18 State Championship in singles.

Inverleigh are proud to call you “one of us” Harry. Keep up your training and gather lots of experience as you continue in your career. We too are always going to call you “Harry Coleman from Inverleigh”, no matter if you continue at Geelong City, represent GBR, Victoria or when you move on to even bigger arena’s, representing Victoria at National Level and Australia on the world stage. We are all proud of you and your achievements and exceptionally proud to call you “Harry Coleman from Inverleigh”.

Bowls Singles Championships

What a fantastic day we had on Sunday 15th January for the 2023 Inverleigh Bowls Club Singles Championship finals. The weather was so much cooler than the day before and the breeze, though strong, was refreshing and enjoyable (though maybe proved a challenge for the players!).

The Men’s singles between Rob Meek and John (Hendo) Henderson was a great tussle with lots of tight bowling and serious concentration. John was even a little concerned it was too quiet and called for crowd participation at one stage. Max marked for the men and kept it all under control. The final result was Hendo as the winner—25 to 19. Well done John!

The ladies final was played between Joy Gray and Lesley Johns with Marj overseeing what was a very tight game from start to finish. The crowd were all on edge as the 2 ladies were neck-a-neck for the entire game. The final result was a win to Joy Gray 25 to 24. Can’t get much closer than that!

The games were followed by a club lunch (thanks to our Farm Foods sponsors for the meat yet again!) It was great to see June and Gary Belleville come for the day and to have Ken and Faye, Barb Meek and Maureen Iles also dropping in to view the game and join us for lunch. Well done to our two new Champions for 2023—John Henderson and Joy Gray!!!!

Mens Championship, L-R Max Peel (Marker) Robert Meek (Runner Up) and John Henderson (2023 Champion).

Ladies Championship, L-R Leslie Johns (Marker) Marj Peel (Runner Up) and Joy Gray (2023 Champion).

WHAT'S ON?

5th February Centenary of Bannockburn Memorials P9

10th February Chinaman’s Lagoon Committee of management AGM P10

11th February Inverleigh Food Swap @ Sonny 9:30

26th February Shelford Duck Race P3

5th March Dachshund Derby P5

Please Note: Inverleigh Book Bazaar has been postponed until 2024. Donations of Book NOT available at the moment.

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: James Manche

Treasurer: Tony Waayers

Leigh News Editor: Peter Trevaskis

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

Some of the projects completed by the Progress Association include:

The Federation Bridge which was built to commemorate the centenary of Federation in 2001. Walking Tracks were established with lots of support from the community, including fencing and tree planting. Public Toilets Progress Association members worked for many years with Council to have the old toilets removed and a new block built, which did not detract from the entrance to our town. They are used more than any other toilets in the Shire.

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

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

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

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

meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall

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

(Except December & January)

VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME

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.

Peter’s Editorial

2023 has started and the first month is gone already. I trust you all had a good breakand enjoyed the many events happening around the district.

The Great Victorian Bike ride saw Inverleigh cope with 2 to 3 thousand overnight visitors with the whole event running smoothly for all involved. Beyond the Valley Music Festival, despite all it's traffic issues, was a great success too.

I have had a great time compiling this issue too. Reading the Calendar article compiled by the Inverleigh Historical Society, with words by Luanne Thornton, gives the reader a great perspective on the history of our water supply.

I enjoy hearing from long term local residents on many issues. I would loved to have lived here in bygone years, when many locals had a house cow each, left to graze the streets of the village all day and find their way home for milking each evening.

Happy New Year to you all and if you ever have a story to submit to the Leigh News, I will be very happy to receive it for publication. Enjoy 2023 and remember how fortunate we are to live here.

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

GOLDEN

extend an invitation: GENERAL PUBLIC to attend

The Centenary of the Bannockburn War Memorial

it will be held at the Memorial 12 High Street, Bannockburn, Victoria on

Sunday 5th February 2023 at 2:30pm

Wreath Laying registration at 2:00pm

Dress: Business Dress or Service Uniform Medals and Decorations: Medals and Decorations can be worn

RSVP by 31st January 2023

Deema Johnston

e-Mail: deemajohnston@bigpond.com

Phone: 0430 211 916

Inverleigh Stand Pipes and Water Pumps.

Provided by the Inverleigh Progress Association (IPA), and located in Lawsons Park, these pumps are available for local residents to provide river water for farm stock and private gardens.

Over recent years, the stand pipe has been increased to 2 pipes and a second upgraded pump installed. Very recently, the Pump House itself has been rebuilt as well.

Murray McMillan is taking over responsibilities for distribution of Keys and new residents can contact Murray on 0408 036 783 if they would like to take part in this service.

Please call at 60 Napier Street, Inverleigh, after making phone contact with Murray. He will get new clients to complete a registration form with your contact details, including name, address, phone number and email address. A key will be provided for your personal use only. Payment can be made by Cash ($69 total) or an invoice can be forwarded to your email address. Payments for 2023 are now required.

Our Treasurer has just compiled Standpipe invoices, to be sent out late January, about the 29th. Please make your payment as per the details on the invoice as soon as possible. A late fee of $7 will be imposed on users not paying promply. Also, if anyone has a key but didn’t receive an invoice, please let us know by email to leighnews@bigpond.com.

A lot of work goes into providing this service for our community, like: removing the Pumps from the Pump Shed during the recent flood incident, to avoid damage to these expensive items as well as general maintenence.

Your co-operation with all of the above will ensure that this valuable service will continue well into 2023 and beyond.

PLAINS SHIRE MAYOR AND COUNCILLORS

Chinaman’s Lagoon Committee of management tri-annual general meeting.

A public meeting will be held at 7.30pm, on February 10, at the Teesdale Mechanics institute (hall) to elect committee members to manage the Chinaman’s lagoon reserve for the next 3 years.

The hall is located 1109 Bannockburn-Shelford Road, Teesdale, behind the CFA shed.

The committee will work with the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action to maintain the historical and environmental attributes of the reserve. If you have an interest in this reserve, please come along to have a say.

NEW ADVERTISER!

The land affected by the application is located at:

The applicant for the permit is: Mr Matthew Buckmaster The application reference number is: 22/0346

You may look at the application and any documents that support the application at the office of the responsible authority: Surf Coast Shire, 1 Merrijig Drive, Torquay VIC 3228 This can be done during office hours, 8:30am – 5:00pm Monday to Friday, free of charge. You can view the application online through Council’s eplanning portal: https://eplanning.surfcoast.vic.gov.au/Account/Login.aspx

Any person who may be affected by the granting of the permit may object or make other submissions to the responsible authority. An objection must be made to the responsible authority in writing, include the reasons for the objection and state how the objector would be affected. The responsible authority must make a copy of every objection available at its office for any person to inspect during office hours free of charge until the end of the period during which an application may be made for review of a decision on the application. A copy of all objections is provided to the Permit Applicant. If you object, the Responsible Authority will tell you its decision. The Responsible Authority will not decide on the application before: 3 February 2023 (or until a minimum of 14 days after the last notice is given)

Inverleigh Water

The two pump sheds shown in the Inverleigh Historical Society calendar for February tell some part of the history of Inverleigh’s water supply. The one on the left was a private shed housing a pump owned by the adjacent landowner from the Horseshoe Inn (“Lawson’s”) nearby for stock and domestic use. Residents owning blocks of land fronting the Leigh River were permitted to pump from the river, providing they supplied their own pump and infrastructure.

Prior to town water being supplied to residents in the original township of Inverleigh, they supplied their own tanks to collect rain water from the roof of their house or shed for all their water needs. Tanks were usually made of corrugated iron and were not huge, so the amount of water caught did not always allow enough for flower and produce gardens. Rainfall is fickle and as most people know a very wet year may be followed by a number of dry ones, when water is at a premium. As now there were water carters, who charged for their services.

In 1946 town councillors were considering a dam on the Moorabool River to supply the townships of Bannockburn and Meredith with town water. By 1951 Bannockburn Shire Council was making further efforts to supply water to Bannockburn and Inverleigh from a Moorabool supply and by 1952 the residents of Inverleigh had approved a plan to supply water to the 450 residents at a cost of £10,650. The population at the 1976 census was 252, so there was room for some expansion.

The Bannockburn and District Waterworks Trust was founded in 1969 to supply most of the Shire of Bannockburn as well as Teesdale and Shelford. A pumping station and service basin was built on the Moorabool River near Meredith and reticulated water was turned on in 1974, although ideas had been discussed as early as 1946. The original supply for Inverleigh came by pipe from Bannockburn along Harvey Road and into a water tower 85 metres above the town on the north bank of the Leigh River which enabled a fair water pressure. In 1976 Shelford was connected via a pipeline from Meredith. Another main from Sheoaks supplied Bannockburn. After a merger and later takeover by the Geelong and District Water Board, now Barwon Water, supplies to Teesdale and Inverleigh were improved. Bores sunk near Inverleigh had proved to

be too saline for potable water. The bore field in the Otways has been contentious and pumping from the ground water stopped.

Our current supply comes by pipe from Teesdale, travelling from a header tank on the corner of Bakers Lane and the Teesdale Shelford Road and along the road edge of the Common Road firebreak. Another line feeds from Bannockburn. Lal Lal and Stoney Creek reservoirs supply Inverleigh and there is a water treatment plant at Sheoaks. A 1998 Inverleigh Structure Plan for Inverleigh suggested a water supply beyond Mahers Road, which is higher than the town would require booster pumps to enable household supply. This is still on our wish list and still features on our current Structure plan. The second shed was erected and initially a diesel pump paid for and maintained by the by the Inverleigh Progress Association. This was a community service for local residents, who were unable to collect enough water to supply all their household needs. A key system was introduced and still applies. Residents can purchase a key to use the pump.

In September 2020 the original private shed was dismantled, and a new shed built on the footprint of the old Progress Association shed. This now houses two electric pumps with a more convenient arrangement of taps. The treasurer of the Progress Association, Tony Waayers, who has since moved into Geelong, designed the building and organised the work to be done. Painting was done by the Leigh District Lions Club. The building works cost $4,750 and was financed by the Association. Murray McMillan is now the contact who organises and maintains a list of keys. His details are in the Leigh News.

Luanne Thornton, Inverleigh Progress Association

Leigh News

Trading Hours:

Friday. 10am to 2pm, Sat. 10am to 1pm, Sun. 10am to 1pm Monday to Thursday appointments can be made to open, just contact Wendy, on 0407 350 437 or enquire within the store.

Locally owned and operated by Wendy De Francesco, this shop is located at Shop 1/29 High Street, Inverleigh (next to the CFA).

Local Creations specializes in upcycled furniture and home décor, they also offer a custom furniture painting service with various styles that can be enquired in the store.

Local Creations has a range of stock and also supports small local businesses with items ranging from handmade:

-Candles -Soaps -Skin Care Products - Tote Bags

-Local Artwork- Even something for your pooch

Inverleigh Public Hall Book Bazaar postponed to 2024

Thanks so much to everyone who has been saving books for our annual Book Bazar BUT we have to postpone our 2023 Book Bazaar.

We will be back in full strength in 2024, so if you can store your books for us, that would be wonderful.

In the meantime, we will be working towards proper storage at the hall for all those books people so kindly donate.

Christine Windle Secretary

Inverleigh Public Hall Committee 0403 267 286

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.

Golden Pens Write side up

G’Day from the penners for the first edition of 2023. We hope that everyone is fit and well.

This year we will be concentrating more on the writings of our members and less on me blabbing on, if you like any of the articles that you read here, please send us an email at goldenpens4@gmail.com and lets us know. Any feedback is greatly appreciated. The first poem for 2023 is from me, Wendy, and we hope you like it.

Spare Time

Who has enough! I hear them shout. While rushing there and here about, Not enough time to think, they yell, Oh, give me a break, I need a spell. Kids and work take all my time, There’s nothing left, none of mine. It’s just rush and rush all day, I’ve had enough! I hear them say. Oh, to have some time to spare, It’s not asking too much, let’s be fair, One minute or two is all I ask’ One less job, one less task.

I can’t think anymore, I’m all worn out. There are things I can’t do; I need to flout. When does it stop, this mad chase of time? When does the time become all mine? Stop and think, you don’t need to do all, Just have a thought, you don’t need to fall.

Spare time, like busyness is all your own making, You need to stop; you need to stop faking! Make yourself time, and make it spare, Throw away the jobs, and get some fresh air. You only have one life, so make it last, Slow down your life before it’s all past!

Contact Helen Collins on 0418 340 387 for all your Interior Design & Styling needs and she will work with you to create beautiful & functional spaces

Playgroup festive fun for little ones

Inverleigh Playgroup families celebrated the end of 2022 with a fantastic morning of face painting, bubbles, baby animals, festive food and a visit from Santa (none other than the editor of this publication!). After the challenges of running regular playgroup sessions due to COVID restrictions over the previous couple of years, it was great to see almost 20 families come together to enjoy this special event. All the best to families with children moving on to 4yo kinder, we really hope they’ve enjoyed their time at playgroup. Thank you to everyone who helped make the day a success by bringing delicious food and helping to set up and pack down. We look forward to another year of growth, fun and new connections at playgroup and hope to welcome many more families to our community. Come along if you can!

Join us for some fun in 2023

Inverleigh Playgroup welcomes all parents, grandparents and carers with children aged 0-4. Come along and try a session!

We run a weekly play session which brings families together to learn and develop through informal play activities and social interaction. Our aim is to provide a variety of expierences, toys and activities for children to enjoy, and create an inclusive atmosphere where care givers can have a hot drink, relax and build connections that last beyond playgroup. New members are always welcome, we hope to see you at a session soon!

Please join our Facebook page to keep up to date with weekly events and special announcements!

Inverleigh Playgroup Contact: Holly Windle 0432 632 130 (President)

When: Wednesdays during school terms

Time: 9.15 – 11.15am

Where: Inverleigh Public Hall

Cost: $5 per family

What to bring: Please bring a piece of fruit to be cut and shared, a drink bottle and a hat Tea & coffee provided

POLICE REPORT FOR FEBRUARY 2023

Hello all,

It’s early January when I am writing this and I know what a lot of you are thinking, wow, what was that!!!! Four to five days of high volumes of traffic through the township and on the highway, P Platers, Interstate plates everywhere, busy businesses in town, vehicles left in random locations about the area and lots of tired/emotional people and extreme traffic issues on New Years Day for Geelong bound traffic on the Hamilton Hwy. For those that do not know it was Beyond the Valley Music festival in Barunah Plains. Hopefully most of you avoided being on the roads during the time especially on New Years Day. Took me five minutes at one point just to get out of the station driveway.

I was really concerned about collisions as lots of inexperienced drivers with no knowledge of the roads would be attending the festival. Over the period of the festival I did attend two collisions involving people going to/leaving the festival including a roll over on New Years day and heard about two other collisions that Police were not called to but thankfully there appears to have been no one injured.

Put your experiences of the roads during the period in the memory bank for future years so you can hopefully avoid the roads as much as possible during the periods of high traffic volumes especially on New Years day. Detected a P Plater on election day 175 km/h in 100 km/h zone travelling East on the Hamilton Hwy Inverleigh and then was still at 153 km/h in the 80 km/h zone ap-

proaching the sporting grounds. The vehicle pulled over outside the primary school, the driver was interviewed and the vehicle was impounded the cost of which was over $1000 in itself. The driver will receive a summons to attend Geelong court at a later date.

Stop signs have been installed on Dundas Street on either side of the Hamilton Hwy so please be aware of them and adhere to the requirement to stop. There have been several serious collisions at the intersection over the years so hopefully these can be avoided in the future now with the signs.

We had a theft of a motor vehicle from a rural property off the Hamilton Hwy around Stonehaven. I subsequently came across the vehicle driving West through Inverleigh but it took off and was unable to be intercepted and ended up in South Australia. Please be aware of suspect loitering around rural properties and keep your vehicles, sheds and houses secure because you never know when an opportunistic offender might be around checking for unlocked properties and vehicles.

There are Cameras at the Inverleigh Primary school now which capture behaviours in the school grounds out of hours so please be aware and if children are attending there let them know (They should only be there with a parent anyway).

Keep safe

Leigh News Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve.

Friends of Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve

The tiny things are important! In the Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve all the flowers are tiny, the orchids, the fungi, the bugs are all easy to miss, but are an important part of the ecosystem that exists in this place.

We’d love to see your pictures and hear your stories of some of the tiny things you’ve seen in the Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve. The following photos of flowers were taken by Neil Anderton who led our Wildflower Walk last in Spring - Blue Squill, Parrot Pea, Rabbit Ears Orchid and Glycine Labtrobeana. All tiny and hard to spot.

open areas. Grows from a couple of mills across to about 15 mills.

Also a photo of some Yellow Navel or Lichenomphalia chromacea which grows in large patches and feeds on algae, it’s often seen alongside the gravel tracks and in

The Fiddler beetle or Eupoecila australasiae is given its name as the back looks a bit like a violin. It’s about 15- 20 mill in length and lives in Eastern and South Eastern Australia and is found in Eucalypt Woodland - which we’re lucky enough to have some of here. They have been spotted in the reserve mostly between January and March (prime time to go have a look to see if you can spot some in the next month or so).

If you have photos that you’d like to share, please email to becwil@gmail.com thanks!

Being Prepared

Welcome to the new year and a summer that is starting to warm up and dry the landscape out.

A lot of you would have welcomed the new year in to the sounds of the “Beyond the Valley” music festival, whether you were there or not. From all reports the festival went well and there were no incidents of any scale to worry the fire brigade. The Festival organisers gave the fire brigade a generous donation that was much appreciated.

There were a lot of people in the town and traffic on the roads, and I did hear reports the public toilets were overwhelmed, but overall, it went reasonably smoothly. They were quite lucky with the weather as while it was warm, it did not get too hot or windy for them. Apparently, there was a lot of sunburn. The traffic at the closing of the festival was steady and slow and was challenging for some of the patrons with the delays. So it was this last part of the event that caught the attention of some of the talk back radio in the days after the event. Without going into a lot of detail, the general complaints were, it was too hot, too long to get out, running out of fuel, cars overheating, and running out of water to drink.

Now these issues should not come as surprise as it was a large event held in the summertime. The real un-

derlying issue is that a lot of people where not prepared for something slightly unexpected.

As firefighters we have seen over the years many instances of people being placed in an unexpected situations with no preparation. A lot of these things are so basic, such as not driving around with your fuel light on when you are not near a service station, make sure you have enough fuel for a reasonable journey, Have a look at your oil and water in your engine, carry a few bottles of water in the car. These simple things could make a big difference to an emergency or evacuation outcome. Make sure on days of fire threat or extreme heat that you have a good amount of fuel and the vehicle is in good condition and leave some water in there as well. Often if you have to move quickly or you are stopped at a roadblock because of a fire, you just don’t have time to get these things.

Lastly I was disappointed to hear a lot of people complain about not being told they needed water and fuel and the like and blaming others for their problems. At the end of the day sometimes you just need to be proactive and take care of yourself and think about the environment you are in and what could possibly happen while your there.

Don’t wait to be told, think about it and just do it.

Ewen Peel

Bannockburn Library & Golden Plains

Join fellow book lovers for all things books every month at your Library! Check online for details and bookings.

Alison Stuart writes historical romances and short stories set in England and Australia and across different periods of history. Join us for a discussion of her latest novel, Homecoming

Book Group and Book Chat Bannockburn Library

Author Talk - Alison Stuart Thursday 2 March 1:30 – 2:30pm Bannockburn Library

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NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS

Making New Year’s resolutions is not my thing. I find I am making resolutions throughout the year in response to different situations that arise. The other reason I don’t make New Year’s resolutions is because so often I fail in keeping them. There are reasons why our resolutions may fail and here is a response to those reasons especially where they relate to your significant relationships.

Halt the comparison game.

We know we shouldn’t do it, but it can be just so easy to fall into the trap of comparing aspects of our life to others. Maybe it’s feeling like your house or car isn’t as nice as your friends’. Perhaps you feel “behind” all your peers when it comes to major life milestones. Or maybe it seems other couples have it all figured out. Here’s the thing: everyone has their own unique struggles and successes, so try not to invest energy in resolutions about whether or not we measure up to others. Be specific.

If you do make resolutions on New Year’s, being specific is going to help you be successful. Instead of simply resolving to achieve something big, create some specific goals of how to do that. You might plan a date night once a week with your partner, or train for another job that is more interesting, or eat less chocolate. Specific resolutions help toward the big goal rather than failing. Be mindful of expectations.

Expectations have a powerful influence. If we are consistently unhappy then it is good to examining our own expectations of life and relationships. Being aware of what we expect from life, and questioning those expectations, helps us to put in place resolutions that are

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realistic and inspiring to fulfil. Focus on yourself.

When we take time to focus on our self we become more aware of insecurities, needs, and desires. Understanding of who we are, our skills, and our resources equips us better to make resolutions that we are actually able to complete. Without knowing ourselves, failure to achieve the resolutions cause us to become a greater sense of failure. Focus on our self also helps us implement resolutions that provide selfcare that recharges us.

Whether you make resolutions for the New Year or not, hopefully these tips will also foster a positive influence in your significant relationships throughout the year.

Based on https://www.prepare-enrich.com/ blog/4-essential-marriage-tips-to-guide-your-year

Prepare/Enrich is a low-cost programme we offer to explore relationship strengths and growth areas in times of transition: preparing for a wedding, an addition to the family, change in career, approaching retirement, or just to strengthen your relationship. Please contact us for an appointment.

The Revd Dr Timothy Smith

Vicar

Inverleigh+Bannockburn+ Meredith Anglican Parish

ALL are welcome

Living the Gospel in our Community revdrtim@hotmail.com 0412 673 152

www.goldenplainsanglican.org

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We are delighted to once again be putting on our Family Fun Day to raise money for the Royal Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal. It will held on Good Friday, the 7th of April at Victoria Park in Inverleigh from 10am till 5pm.

On the day the Mik Maks will be performing and we will also have a native animal presentation on our main stage by Wildlife Xposure. If that’s not enough to keep the kids entertained we also have rides and jumping castles. Farm 2U will also have their petting zoo there all day.

Our committee made up of volunteers is looking for community/ sporting groups, businesses and individuals who would like to support us in anyway possible. This may be by sponsorship, donating or by volunteering. Follow us on Facebook: Inverleigh & Districts Good Friday Appeal or contact Jay Cook

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White Lotus Reiki and crystals is a small business based in the picturesque township of Inverleigh Vic.

White Lotus offers Traditional Usui/Tibetan Reiki, a practice that promotes relaxation, reduces stress and anxiety, and promotes a positive mental state through gentle touch.

Reiki (pronounced Ray-Key), is a Japanese word meaning “Universal Life Energy”, the vital, creative force that flows through everything. When used as a therapy, referred to as The Usui System of Natural Healing, it is an energy balancing technique for improving and maintaining health, based on the principle that a balanced energy system leads to a healthy mind and body.

White Lotus also offers the opportunity to purchase beautiful crystal jewellery, carved crystals and individual pieces of Mother Earth’s natural wonders, ethically sourced from around the world. There is also an array of books and homewares to choose from which can also be viewed on Facebook and Instagram.

GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE

Date: Friday 20 January, 2023

EXPAND YOUR IMPACT RETURNS TO GOLDEN PLAINS

Following a successful first series in 2022, Golden Plains Shire Council, in partnership with Make a Change will deliver the second round of the free Expand Your Impact online initiative from Tuesday 21 February, until Tuesday 28 March, 2023

Expand Your Impact is an online initiative supporting people to grow their success and develop new skills to di scover practical solutions, connect better and create new outcomes.

Delivered by Make a Change in collaboration with Golden Plains Shire Council and five other regional partners, series two of the free program will run from February to March, 2023, delivered as six interactive sessions over six consecutive weeks.

The workshops will cover topics including Vision: exploring what lights you up; Projects: and how to make them happen; Story: creating your compelling narrative; Team: and building networks, grow ing communities and enlisting support; People: and how to work together effectively; and Digital Tools: navigating the world online.

Series two will take place from Tuesday 21 February to Tuesday 28 March, with sessions to be held weekly on Tuesdays from 6 to 7.30pm.

Golden Plains Shire Council Mayor Cr Brett Cunningham is thrilled the initiative is returning for a second series.

“I am delighted to see the return of the Expand Your Impact workshops in February after a successful first round last year. These workshops are a great opportunity for anyone who wants to grow their success.

“Golden Plains Shire is home to many changemakers and community leaders who volunteer their time and efforts for their local communities. Expand Your Impact is a valuable initiative to support these residents in delivering their projects and dreams.”

Residents, businesses and organisations participating in the Expand Your Impact initiative will have access to resources to inspire, educate and encourage them to achieve their goals.

Participants can also join the Make a Change Facebook Group, which provides an online space to connect with likeminded people, support others and share knowledge, ideas and inspiration.

To find out more information, and to register, visit: goldenplains.vic.gov.au/ events

Released by: Eric Braslis, CEO, Golden Plains Shire Council

Media contact: Gabi Holdinghausen, Senior Communications Officer, Golden Plains Shire Council

MONTHLY FOOD SWAPS

NOTICEBOARD

ST PAULS SURPRISE SHOP INVERLEIGH

During FEBRUARY all GREEN clothing Tickets will be $1, so come on in and grab some awesome bargains. Closed School Holidays

Op Shop Bannockburn have relocating to St. Johns Anglican Church

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

CWA

NATIVE HUT NIGHT BRANCH

Est. 14th July 2014

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

All ages welcome. It is not an “oldies” group. If you are interested in attending please contact: Shirley 5281 5354

Lions Club of Inverleigh

Leigh Valley

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 Come follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ St.PaulsSurpriseShop

Our volunteers appreciate and thank you for your donations, which provide a valuable trove of inexpensive items for others to purchase. This is an OPPORTUNITY SHOP, not a TIP. DO NOT leave:- FURNITURE, CAR SEATS, ELECTRICAL GOODS THANK YOU.

INVERLEIGH CHAINSAW SHARPENING SERVICES

For only $10 each Chain you can get your chains looking brand new CALL 0447 516 857 TODAY TO GET YOUR CHAINS READY FOR THE WINTER. DROP OFF OR PICKUP IS AVAILABLE

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

11 Byron Street Bannockburn

Opening hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 to 4 Saturday 10 to 1

Justices of the Peace

Mr Keith Windle

77 Dundas Street INVERLEIGH Ph: 0429 651 298

Mrs E McDonald 47 High Street Inverleigh Ph: 5265 1270

Mr Peter Bufton 110 Savage Drive INVERLEIGH Ph: 0448 694 204

Mr Rod McKenzie

7 Ruxton Crt. Bannockburn Ph: 0408 527 704

Mr Stephen Gilligan SHELFORD

Ph: 0409 432 933

LEIGH

DISTRICT RIDING CLUB INC

A00041565N meets for rally every 2nd Sunday

@10.00am

Victoria Park, Park Street, Inverleigh Vic 3321

New Members always welcome for enquiries please contact

Pres. Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313

Sect. Claire Heazelwood 0438 449 048

P O BOX 87 INVERLEIGH VIC 3321

"Lions Club newspaper collection".

Anglican Church

St. Joseph’s Catholic Parish of Meredith

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 : FEBRUARY

St. John the Baptist, Winchelsea

Feb. 4,11,18,25 at 6pm

Feb 22 Ash Wed at 8am

St. Mary MacKillop, Bannockburn

Feb. 5,12,19,26 at 11am

Feb 22 Ash Wed at 9.30am

St. Brigids, Anakie

Feb. 5,19 at 9am

St. Josephs, Meredith

Feb. 12,26 at 9am

Feb 22 Ash Wed at 11.30am

Sacred Heart, Inverleigh

Feb 19 at 4pm

LEIGH PRESBYTERIAN PARISH

Inverleigh Shelford Teesdale

“Forwedonotpreachourselves, but ChristJesustheLord...”

(2 Corinthians 4.5)

Sunday Service at Inverleigh

10 am.

VISITORS ARE ALWAYSWELCOME

For further information: Rev.SurendraWesley 0428489222

WHO CAN I TALK TO?

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

Meet monthly in Inverleigh Public Hall at 1.30pm.

February 13th. April 11th. June 19th.

Annual Meeting August 14th, 12 noon Lunch.

October 9th.

December 11th (Xmas lunch to be decided).

Heather Bogie President 0408 521 090.

Cathy Altmann Secretary 0409 024 578.

Inverleigh Hall Hall Hire Contact

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

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

Anne-Maree Tarbett 0417 512 240

INVERLEIGH CWA BRANCH

Welcomes existing and new members alike.

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

Social Meetings 7.30pm every last Wednesday of the month (except Dec/Jan).

Meet in Presbyterian Church Hall. inverleighcwa@gmail.com or Eliza Peel Ph 0438 351 483

VICTORIA

PARK Park Street

INVERLEIGH GROUNDS FOR HIRE

TOILETS

GRASS & SHADE

OVERNIGHT CAMPING (NO POWER)

CANTEEN & CLUBHOUSE

ANIMAL FRIENDLY HORSE YARDS

Reasonable Rates

CONTACT:

Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313

Tai Chi @ Teesdale Community Hall

Thursday’s 9.30am

phone: 0414 944 926

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

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 0428 386 724

INVERLEIGH SENIORS

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.

Thursday 2nd FEBRUARY 2023.is the start for 2023 of Seniors Exercise Classes in the Presbyterian Church Hall

Thursday 9th FEBRUARY 2023.

Our first Meeting for the New YEAR and we are all looking forward to seeing each other again.We meet at Inverleigh Public Hall at midday for a light lunch together (Cost is $5 each).

Thursday 23rd FEBRUARY 2023. Our first Outing for 2023 is to....a “mystery destination”

President. Peter Trevaskis 0407 100 791

Secretary.Liz Platt 0423 301 519. Treasurer. Val Robertson 5265 1492

Meredith And District Motor Cycle Club

We meet the 3rd Sunday of every month for our ride day (NO RACING AND NO QUADS /4 WHEELERS)

We have 2 tracks: One that is set up as a motocross track that is marshalled and we also have a smaller flat track for kids/ beginners to learn to ride.

St Johns is in attendance as well as a canteen.

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

VICTORIA

PARK wish to advise the Scrap Bin is CLOSED until the end of January 2023.

INVERLEIGH SING SESH

LOVE TO SING?

LOVE TO SING BUT THINK YOUR TERRIBLE? INVERLEIGH SING SESH IS FOR YOU? Further info: call Robyn 0408 346 222 or follow us on facebook.

5/14 High Street Bannockburn.

Phone: 4217 3810

We are open:

Tuesday's 9am to 7:30pm

Wednesday 9am to 5pm

Friday's 9am to 4pm

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

Tuesday's 9am to 7:30pm

Friday's 9am to 4pm

Winter Sports are approaching too. Make an appointment now for Mouth Guards

Creating bright smiles for the whole family

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

David and Isabell are available to answer all your questions related to moving cars and machinery. Give them a call 0429 958 769

TABLE OF CONTENTS

•Heartworm Alert

•Snake Season

•Sayba's Trip To Italy

IN OTHER NEWS

Juvenile Dog Classes

New training classes for juvenile dogs are starting at the clinic.

These classes are for dogs who are a little too old for puppy class.

Newly rescued

Just need a little extra training

Classes run over 4 weeks

Cost $100.00

Contact the clinic for further information.

Revolution Discontinued

We want to let our clients know Revolution for dogs is being discontinued. We recommend changing to Simparica Trio. Simparica Trio aligns with the best practice guidelines in Australia for protecting against common parasites using the most effective and safe ingredients.

Rewards points will be carried over.

Revolution for Puppies and Kittens is still available.

We have had a heartworm positive case diagnosed at the clinic.

The dog has travelled down from Queensland and unfortunately was not on any heartworm prevention. Mosquitoes are the carriers of heartworm and given the influx due to the wet weather the parasite can quickly spread througout the region to our pets.

What you should do: Ensure your pet is on heartworm prevention.We recommend a Simparica Trio given as monthly chew or and annual injection of Proheart SR12.

To start your dog on heartworm prevention contact the clinic on 52811 221 Snake Season

Snakes are now active and there have been many sightings around the area. When snakes come out of hibernation there venom toxicity is at its highest. Dr. Kelly has put together this article to help you and your pet stay safe this summer.

How to reduce the risk of your pet being bitten by a snake.

Make your backyard less inviting to snakes - keep your grass cut short and clear any rubbish or garden piles (ie. rock, wood) that could offer a quiet, safe place for snakes to hide.

Keep pets inside on hot days, as this is when snakes are most active.

Walk dogs on a lead near bushland or water in hotter months. Always avoid tall grass and don't allow your pets to explore holes or dig under rocks. Always keep emergency veterinary details on hand.

Bannockburn Veterinary Clinic 52811 221

After Hours Geelong Animal Emergency 5222 2139

If you have any questions or require further information please do not hesitate to contact the clinic.

Snack Comparisons

Feeding the love, losing the weight.

Snack comparisons

Cat - 4.5kg

28gram of cheddar cheese is equal to 3 & 1/2 hamburgers for a person.

1 cup of milk is equal to 4 & 1/2 hamburgers for a person.

Dog - 9kg

28 gram of cheddar cheese is equal to 2& 1/2 hamburgers for a person.

1 tablespoon of peanut butter is equal to 2 &1/4 hamburgers for a person.

Hills metaboic helps pets achieve their healthy weight. It is clinically proven to help pets lose weight by activating their metabolism.

88% of pets lost weight at home in 2 months.

Healthy snacks - carrots, broccoli, apple slices, banana slices,cucumbers, boiled skinless chicken.

Treat your pet with Hills Metabolic treats. For more information or to order Metabolic treats contact the clinic.

What to do if you see a snake with your pet.

If you see a snake near your pet, try to safely remove your dog or cat from the situation. Do not approach the snake and be careful not to stand in their escape path. Most snakes will actively avoid you given the chance and will generally only strike if they feel threatened.

Don't try to capture or kill the snake, all Australian snakes are protected and you may put yourself in danger. If the snake is in your garden, contact your local snake catcher who can remove the snake and relocate it to a safe environment.

If you suspect your pet has been bitten. Keep them as still as possible and take them to the nearest vet immediately. Don't wait for the signs, as this can be too late.

If you can remember what the snake looked like this can be helpful to your vet.

How to tell if your pet has been bitten.

Pets are usually bitten around the head, neck or front legs, although bite marks are often difficult to find. Some pets will appear fine after a snake bite, then go down hill rapidly. Others may collapse, then get up again and appear fine. However, the longer you wait before getting your pet to the vet, the lower its chance of survival.

Sometimes owners don't spot their pet with a snake, however if your pet is showing any of the following signs take them to the vet immediately.

Sudden weakness, inability to stand

Collapse

Dialated pupils

Rapid, shallow breathing

Vomiting/Diarhoea

Shaking

Loss of bladder or bowel control

Blood in urine or vomit

Heartworm is a serious disease that can cause heart failure, lung disease, organ damage and death. Heartworm disease can be deadly, but we can easily and safely prevent heartworm in our pets.

There are many heartworm preventatives available. Prevention should begin at 6 -8 weeks of age. If your dog has not had heartworm medication for more than six months, a blood test is necessary before you commence preventative treatment.

The most convenient protection for dogs is a yearly injection that can be given at the same time as your dog's annual health check and vaccination. This is Proheart SR12.

There are also tablets and spot-on applications for dogs and cats that are given monthly. Some of the products we recommend are Revolution and Simparica Trio.

Mosquitoes are hard to keep out of both your yard and house, so even and indoor pet is at risk .

If you require any further information please contact the clinic to ensure your pet is protected from heartworm. Continued page 36.

Our Vets

Dr. Peter Bond

Dr. Kelly Bond

Dr. Kylie Flanagan

Dr. Niki Bricknell

Dr. Elliot Tan

Dr. Maddie Hammond

Dr. Rithvik Suresh

We recognise animals large and small are part of your family and our team is committed to providing the best health care available

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Surfcoast Taxis

inc Winchelsea & Bannockburn Taxis

Our fleet of vehicles are growing to all late models and we are now covering an extended area including: Winchelsea, Colac, Bannockburn, Inverleigh, Great Ocean Road and Geelong.

We have a fleet of 10 seater Maxi Vans, all with Capacity to carry wheelchairs.

Surfcoast Taxis Pty. Ltd.

All Bookings: 0408 325 992

Fax: 5267 2699

Email: bannotaxis@gmail.com

(Admin or Stan 0429 672 888)

66A Batson Street, Winchelsea, 3241.

NDIS provide number 4050001044

NDIS provide number 4050001048

Continued from page 35, Veterinary Page.........

Sayba's Trip To Italy

Our Doctors Kylie and Peter were recently warmly thanked by client Murray for helping getting his assistance dog "Sayba" (Cavoodle) ready to fly with him in the passenger cabin from Melbourne to Rome, Italy and back last year.

The veterinary preperations were complex, in order to comply with extensive Australian Agriculture Department's export (and import) conditions, and I received great support from both Peter and Kylie said Murray.

Sayba travelled comfortably in the aircraft with flight sectors of 8 hours and then 13 hours, each way. She slept almost all the way, and didn't need any sedation.

NORTH ALTONA ROCK BLASTING CO PTY LTD

Lot 2, Lower Plains Rd Lethbridge

OPENING HOURS

MONDAY – FRIDAY 7am – 4pm

(Saturday by appointment)

Phone: 5281 -7190 or Paul 0429 361 378 FOR

Email:lethbridgequarry@bigpond.com

paulgalea.narb@gmail.com

Note: No credit given and NO EFTPOS on premises

This is a typical crowd at Inverleigh's Good Friday Appeal.

It returns this year after a Covid break, so come along 7th April, 10am to 5pm and set a new attendance record. Lots for the family including live/silent auction, food/market stalls, displays and demonstrations.

Supporting your community

When you choose to bank with Bendigo Bank, good things happen in your community.

Like our sponsorship of Inverleigh Fire Brigade

And when you belong to one of Australia’s biggest banks, good things happen with your banking too.

Feel good about who you bank with.

Find out more. Call us on 5267 3189 or search Bendigo Bank Winchelsea & District.

Dr Cameron Profitt

Dr Andrew Bell

Dr John Henderson

Dr Benjamin Fry

Dr Margaret Somerville

Dr Samantha Buchholz

Dr Carolyn Grigg

Dr Rupali Jain

COVID 19

During these times our practice opening hours vary significantly. Please phone the clini c or book online for all available appointments.

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

We are an accredited teaching practice, training future GPs. Our current Registrar doctor is Dr Veronica Stubbs

We also offer the following services

Diabetes Education: Jessica O’Shannassy

Precise Podiatry: Peter Angelucci

Speech Pathology – Ceri Webb Q fever (Testing & Vaccines)

Yellow fever (Vaccine)

New patients welcome

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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

contact: Rev. Dr Tim Smith

Ph: 5265 1284 / 0412 673 152

Inverleigh Bowls Club

Pres. Adrian Hurring 0418 593 849

Sec. Jenny Peel 0418 301 939

Inverleigh Cemetery Trust

Chairman: Bruce McDonald 0408 567 979

Sextant: Alex (Sandy) McCallum 0408 378 752

Secretary: Tonya Allen. 0411 624 309 inverleighcemetery@gmail.com

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

Christine Windle 0403 267 286

Liz McDonald 0417 066 433

Inverleigh Playgroup

President: Anna K. 0415 588 454

Secretary: Holly W. 0432 632 130

Inverleigh Progress Assoc.

President:Hilary Hamilton 5265 1384

Secretary: James Manche 0419 319 230 james.manche@bigpond.com

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: Sharon MacDonald 0448 582 348 shazmullen@hotmail.com

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

MURGHEBOLUC AREA.

Murgheboluc Recreation Reserve. Fiona Inglis. 0421 679 770

SHELFORD AREA

Shelford Cricket Club

Robert Rice (Pres) 0459 491 698

Shelford Progress Association

Pres: Heather Stone 5281 3241

Sec: Glenn Jeffery 0413 317 779

TEESDALE AREA

CWA Native Hut Branch Shirley Wild Ph: 5281 5354

Leighdale Equestrian Centre

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

Leighdale Pony Club Inc.

Pres: Tom McCann 5265 1169

Sec: Sue Moran 0437 914 454

Teesdale Branch Liberal Party

Charlie Hartup 5281 5222

Teesdale Cricket Club

Alister Woods. 0439 395 456

Teesdale Pre School

Mandy Bartlett. 5281 5488

Teesdale Sporting Complex

Mrs Kay Hower. 5281 5389

Teesdale Tennis Club

Mrs Judy Evans. 5281 5328

Teesdale Community Hall

Dale Smithyman 5281 5486

Working Sheepdog Club

Glenn Agnew 0427 325 905

BANNOCKBURN AREA

Bannockburn & District Men's Shed

Syd McConachy (Pres) Geoff Wild (Sect) 0407 835 731

-S E S Emergency 000

Windstorm and Flood 132 500

Controller: Nathan Hansford Mob: 0409 811 138

EMERGENCY POLICE, AMBULANCE, FIRE, SES Ring 000 FOR POLICE-WITHOUT LIGHTS & SIRENS Ring: 131 444

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1800 015 188 Shire

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GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE

Date: Tuesday 24 January, 2023

CONGRATULATIONS TO COMMUNITY AWARD WINNERS

Council congratulat es the worthy winners of the Golden Plains Shire Council Community Awards 202 2.

The Golden Plains Shire Council (GPSC) Community Awards 2022 were presented this afternoon, Tuesday 24 January, at an event at the Dereel Community Hall where all award nominees were recognised and this year’s winners announced.

The Golden Plains Shire Council Citize n of the Year 2022 is Jaymee-Lin Ellis of Smythesdale

Jaymee-Lin Ellis volunteered her time and expertise to assist the Woady Yaloak Historical Society and the Smythesdale Progress Association to improve the Smythesdale Country Market. Jaymee -Lin has been instrumental in the growth of the market and with Jaymee -Lin’s support the event has become so popular that people travel to Smythesdale specifically for the market, stopping at the cafés and shops on the main streets, supporting local businesses. Jaymee-Lin also runs GenkiFit, a small community fitness program in Smythesdale and is also president of the Woady Yaloak Recreation Factility Committee of Management.

The GPSC Citizen of the Year 2022 nominees were Leah Phillips of Meredith, Shona Eland of Bannockburn, Melissa Gillett of Bannockburn and Stuart McCallum of Bannockburn.

The Golden Plains Shire Council Senior Citizen of the Year 2022 is Dr Jill Wheeler of Linton

Dr Jill Wheeler works tirelessly as the Linton and District Historical Society President. Dr Wheeler is passionate about the history of Linton and has been an advocate for Linton to be a key historical precinct in the north of the Shire. Dr Wheeler was the key instigator in the commissioning of the sculpture of Dr Vera Scantl ebury (WW1 Veteran surgeon) which is to be unveiled in 2023. Dr Wheeler has also been successful in securing local, state and federal government grants to restore the Linton library.

Council would also like to recognise Senior Citizen of the Year 2022 nominee Heather Butler of Rokewood.

The Golden Plains Shire Council Young Citizen of the Year 2022 is Jayden Scheier of Bannockburn.

Jayden Scheier of Bannockburn is an integral and valued member of the Youth Activation Committee, FReeZA Committee and a supporter of Youth Service programs more broadly. As a young person, Jayden has demonstrated an outstanding ability and commitment to seizing opportunities to empower and engage young people and is a profound example of how valuable young people are as leaders in the community. Jayden has made a significant contribution to the Golden Plains community, specifically in supporting and advocating for young people. Council would also like to recognise Young Citizen of the Year 2022 nominee Jemma Mizzi of Lethbridge.

The Golden Plains Shire Council Community Impact Award 2022 was presented to the Mannibadar Settlement Committee.

The Mannibadar Settlement Committee hosted a significant communi ty event on March 27, 2022, to mark the 100th anniversary celebrations of the 1921 Mannibadar Solider Settlement. In the lead up to the event the Mannibadar Settlement Committee worked tirelessly to search for relatives of soldiers from across Australia, w hich was evident by the number of people that attended the event. There was also an extensive display of historical photos and memorabilia, and a large brass plaque embedded into a granite boulder was unveiled. Guests of the event praised the Mannibadar Settlement Committee for hosting what was a memorable event for all.

Golden Plains Shire Community Award Winners for 2022

Pictured L-R:

Golden Plains Shire Mayor Cr Brett Cunningham, Graeme Ellis from the Mannibadar Settlement Committee (recipient of the Golden Plains Shire Council Community Impact Award 2022), Golden Plains Shire Council Citizen of the Year 2022 Jaymee-Lin Ellis, Golden Plains Shire Council Senior Citizen of the Year 2022 Dr Jill Wheeler and Golden Plains Shire Council Young Citizen of the Year 2022 Jayden Scheier.

WINCHELSEA OSTEOPATH

Introducing Nick Balic, Osteopath to the Winchelsea area.

As an Osteopath, Nick is highly trained to diagnose and treat all regions of the neuro-musculoskeletal body - that includes the bones, muscles, nerves, tendons and ligaments. He graduated with a Master of Osteopathy from Victoria University in Melbourne.

Nick gets his drive from seeing people overcome the hurdles of pain and physical dysfunction. He enjoys treating a wide range of conditions for all age groups.

He also has a special interest in sports injury diagnosis and rehabilitation which sees him working alongside Footballers aiding with injury management.

He provides a careful, firm, structural approach to treatment, including soft tissue, articulatory and manipulative techniques.

Nick is also qualified in dry needling which is very helpful for pain and impaired function.

Nick comes highly recommended and will be commencing work out of the Winchelsea Medical Clinic's Allied Health Facility (32-4 Main Street -The Old Post Office) on Tuesdays from the 24th of January 2023.

To celebrate, and to get to know you, Nick is offering $10 off initialconsultations, simply mention that you saw this article in the Leigh News.

For bookings:

Email: nick@newtownosteopathy.com.au

Website: newtownosteopathy.com.au (booking online available)

and Specialist Health Clinic" in Winchelsea

the Building will be painted in glorious heritage colours.

Services Include:

Dr Kathryn McLeod -Renal Physician. Call 5229 8550, (you need a referral from your GP)

BCYF - Mental Health Clinician

BCYF Mental Health Service is free and accessible with a referral from the Medical Clinic

Stacey Hall - Osteopathy. renewosteopathy.com or call 0493 443 066

"The Exchange" was the the old Winchelsea Post Office and Telephone Exchange, and is situated adjacent to the very modern Winchelsea Medical Clinic. The Post Office & Exchange was built in 1915 as part of an "economic program" throughout the nation. You can see quite a few of these iconic buildings still in many rural towns to this day.

We have refurbished the interior to meet the need for further Medical and Allied Health Services in the region. When the weather is better,

Tahlia Berg - Physiotherapy www.geelongsportsmedicinecentre.com.au or call 5292 1917

Joy Brennan - Hypnotherapy. make an appointment to See Joy on 0400 573 369

Brenton Rees -Exercise Physiolog. Please ring 0428 790 023 for your appointment.

Prosper Health Podiatry

Ben Featherston - Audiology. Call 5264 7451

Honey Hive - NDIS Activities & Support Program

honeyhive.com.au or ring Tania on 0414 247 399

"Allied

A Family Owned Agency

GOLDEN PLAINS SUPREME MEATS

*Fresh Fish now available

*Smallgoods- handmade on the premises.

Shop

Burns

Spit Roast Oven Hire Available

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

THE GREAT VICTORIAN BIKE RIDE VISITS INVERLEIGH

Riders were expected to arrive in Inverleigh about midday on the Saturday, having ridden from Anglesea to Inverleigh, but the enthusiastic riders started arriving about 9:30. Once they had "clocked in" their arrival at Inverleigh they had the remainder of the day to enjoy the Village and all it had to offer. A market was held adjacent to Children Park and Toilet Block with other retail outlets enjoying providing the riders with some retail therapy. The Inverleigh Golf Club provided a mini bus service to the Golf Club for the riders to enjoy good old country hospitality.

The Bike ride itself was a very well organised event and ran as smoothly as a swiss watch. There were teams of workers who, following dismantling the many tents etc. transported them from the previous stopover to Inverleigh and erected them again ready for the riders and their support staff. Everything was available: showers, with hot water, toilets, food outlets etc right down to rubbish bins, all neatly laid out on the football and cricket ovals.

I had the pleasure of meeting 4 of the leadership team at Inverleighs General Store, and complimented them on such a well organised event and I took the liberty of inviting them to return some day. In return, they shared with me that they found Inverleigh to be a most welcoming and friendly town and they thoughly enjoyed their visit here. A special mention to the CWA and others at the Inverleigh Public Hall for making the visitors so welcome.

Peter Trevaskis

Aerial view of Inverleigh looking West. Photo by James Patterson.

The Great Victorian Bike Ride 2022 had an overnight stop in Inverleigh on 3rd December 2022. The photo above shows the Inverleigh Sporting Complex hosting the 2,500 plus participants for their overnight stop before embarking on the last leg on the Sunday, from Inverleigh to Federation University at Mount Helen in Ballarat.