The Inverleigh Progress Association
What is the IPA?
A organisation that is made up of local residents that want to contribute to making Inverleigh a great place to live
What does the IPA actually do?
publishes the Leigh News monthly & local phone directory undertakes community projects ie Town Stone Entrances developed the 2023 Inverleigh Community Plan advocate for Inverleigh with government organisations meets with Council every quarter to discuss local issues maintains specific community assets ie Water Standpipe & Clock Tower
Who is on the current IPA committee?
President - Hilary Hamiliton
Vice President - Deb Morrison
Secretary - vacant
Treasurer - Luanne Thornton
Leigh News editor - Peter Trevaskis
Who should be a member of the IPA?
Any local residents that want to see the Inverleigh community continue to thrive into the future!
How much does it cost to join?
Annual membership is only $10
Website: https://www.inverleigh.org.au/ipa
Email: inverleighpa@yahoo.com.au
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Head down to ZINEverleigh
ZINEverleigh is taking place on Saturday 27th July from 10am - 2pm at the Inverleigh Town Hall and we look forward to seeing you all down there for this fun, free and family friendly event.
Hosting over 30 stall holders who will be swapping, selling and maybe even giving away their zines, art prints, badges and stickers.
There will be an opportunity to participate in a workshop with Commoners Press and their Vintage Letter Press machine. You'll see quirky bits and pieces, art works and stories,
possibly use the badge maker and you'll become obsessed with zines and want to take home more than you thought.
It's worth getting along to have a look, supporting local artists, makers, teenagers and young people.
Plus the Playgroup will provide some sweet treats and the CWA will be catering with soup, sausage rolls, and hot dogs.
What's not to love? See you there! More info at: instagram.com/zineverleigh facebook.com/zineverleigh
White Lotus Reiki and Crystals offers an extensive range of ethically sourced, genuine crystals, lamps, crystal and gem Jewellery, books, tarot and oracle cards, smudging products, homewares, warm winter shawls, scarves and so much more.
Jane is also a Reiki and Sound Healing practitioner, offering individual appointments, and beginning in July, group Sound Healings will be on offer at the Inverleigh Public Hall.
Both Reiki and Sound Healing (or Sound Bath), aim to promote positive health and wellbeing and may assist to reduce stress, anxiety, sleeplessness and improve the bodies natural healing.
Traditional Usui/Tibetan Reiki, works to unblock and realign the body's seven main energy centres, known as chakras and involves the gentle laying of hands on or above the body to facilitate the harmonious flow of energy throughout the body.
Sound Healing is delivered through sound vibration utilising crystal singing bowls, each of which is aligned and tuned to the frequency of the seven main chakras and like Reiki, facilitates the harmonious flow of energies throughout the body.
If you would like to know more or to book an appointment, you can drop into the shop for a chat or contact Jane;
Mob: 0417 143 669
Shop: 1/29 High St, Inverleigh E: Whitelotus_reiki@outlook.com
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Why would I head down to "ZINEverleigh" this year?
1. Curiosity. There's so many interesting, weird and wonderful zines (pronounced zeens) and art to see at a zine fair. Different small subcultures come together at a zine fair and the result is amazing.
2. Great food. Soup, Sausage rolls and hotdogs from the CWA along with cakes, biscuits and slices from Inverleigh Playgroup.
3. To add to your zine collection. A standout for me last year was a great photographic collection of backyards - called 'Backyard Peepers'. There were three editions last year and there's been a couple more added to that this year.
4. Art prints. Freddie Mercury, cats and potted plants are some features you could expect. (Yes please!)
5. Art Booklets. There are a range of one-ofa-kind handmade art booklets to be endlessly admired.
6. To find out more about zines.
What are they? 'Zeens' are handmade, independently produced, often photocopied booklets on a range of subject matter, generally not created for making a profit, but to share interests, art, photos, ideas, poetry, stories, protest, points of view. can be hand drawn, collaged, painted, typed, and are fascinating and fun.
7. Community. A great low-cost day out in this fabulous local town, supporting artists and young people. 27th July 10am to 2pm Contributions to an art
We would love your contributions to an art booklet we are creating to hand out at The ZINEverleigh Zine Fair on Saturday, July 27th. The Inverleigh Progress Association is supporting the creation of the art booklet and we are hoping that people in town might submit items to be included.
Items could be artworks, stories, collages, comics, observations or photographs and can be sent to zineverleigh@gmail.com by 12th July.
They will then be compiled into a fabulous 'zine' about Inverleigh. We welcome contributions from all ages and abilities.
Victoria Park Inverleigh Reserve. EST. 1881
Victoria Park Reserve is the town’s hidden treasure donated to the people of Inverleigh back in the late 1880’s for their use and pleasure.
Originally the towns sports ground, it is the current home of Leigh District Riding Club (over 20 years) and is also used by many diverse groups including the Geelong and District Harness Club, Victorian Dog Tracking, an overflow ground for the Barwon Horse Trials, Central Highland Caravanners, Inverleigh Kindergarten and the Good Friday Appeal to mention a few, as well as being enjoyed by the many locals that walk their dogs and work horses in a safe environment away from traffic.
It’s listed with the Golden Plains Shire as an Emergency Evacuation Site. So as you can see the Reserve is a very important asset for the Inverleigh community.
The grounds belong to DECCA and while a committee of management is in place and the grounds used and maintained (beautifully by volunteer Rob Debets) they will remain for future residents and user groups to enjoy.
Our AGM will be held on the 10th September, if you feel able to commit to being on the committee you will be most welcome.
Please consider this your opportunity to secure Victoria Park Inverleigh Reserves future going forward.
VICTORIA PARK INVERLEIGH RESERVE Notice is given of a PUBLIC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
To be held at the Victoria Park Reserve, Park Street, Inverleigh on the 10th September 2024 commencing at 6.30 pm
The purpose of the meeting is to nominate no less than three (3) or more than (9) persons as the Committee of Management for the Victoria Park Inverleigh Reserve for a term of three years.
The current committee’s term will expire on the 10th September 2024.
All positions will be declared open and nominations will be accepted prior to or on the night. Nominations from women, Aboriginal people, people with disabilities, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
Further information, nomination forms and nominee declaration forms may be obtained by contacting your local Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action office or at the meeting.
For further enquiries please contact: the Secretary Christa Jones on 0408 342 403
Inverleigh Progress Association Annual Report June 2024
The question is often asked. What does the Inverleigh Progress Association do?
Please find the answer below.
Once again, the Inverleigh Progress Association has achieved many things over the past twelve months. As a result of our Community Plan of 2023, our Key Priority list highlighted priority projects for the use of the Community seed funding that was received.
One of the Priority Projects being a free Community Event. The hope being that as many community members would come together to enjoy a social connection with others, whilst also enjoying music and other activities.
This event was held at the beginning of December, originally planned to take place at Yarrum Yaluk Bun Park, but later moved to the Inverleigh Hall due to the forecast of inclement weather. We were able to use that hall and fenced outdoor space, ensuring a safe place for the attending children. The IPA seed funding paid for the face painting, music and the sausage sizzle, kindly cooked by the Lions Club. The CFA Tanker that was on display proved a great attraction. Those that attended hailed it as a huge success. The event has been booked again for this year on Friday Dec 6th.
We were pleased, once more, to help at the Australia Day Breakfast. It is always a lovely start to Australia Day, to see so many locals taking the opportunity to catch up with each other.
This year, an added opportunity to pick up a bargain, with the left-over chairs, blow up mattresses and couches left behind by the Music Festival goers. This huge number of items were displayed in the Hall, every item was sold, enabling the funds raised (almost $1,000.0), to go to the Hall committee.
Another item on the Key Priority List was to enable the local Historical group to raise awareness and preserve the History of the Township. This included the updating of the historical walking brochure. Seed funding of about $4,000.0 has been allocated for this project. Although not yet completed, the project is very close to the publication of this new brochure.
Two members of the IPA, being Deb Morrison and myself, meet every three months with Phil Josipovic and Vicki Shelton.
Phil: Oversees Infrastructure and Environment.
Vicki: The Manager for Asset Services.
These meetings are proving to be a very effective way of communicating the community’s expectations and the understanding by council of those expectations. It was during a walk-through town in late 2022, that we had chance to discuss what issues were important. The drainage on the service road by the hotel was one of these issues. As you will all agree, the subsequent work carried out seems to have addressed the issue without the township streetscape losing its country town feel.
Whilst these works were carried out, the uneven surface around the Highway Gazebo was also leveled. We had flagged this as a safety issue with council.
Other issues that were raised at these meetings were the dangerous overgrown garden bed on the corner of the Hamilton Highway and the Inverleigh-Winchelsea roads. These beds were removed by the council, creating safer vision for traffic.
We look forward to the continuation of these meetings, enabling us to present issues as they arise, that are important to the Inverleigh Community.
As you will have all observed, the Youth Precinct has been taking shape quite rapidly. IPA is pleased to have been able to contribute a substantial amount of funds for the concrete pathway that will link the play spaces together and enable all ability access.
Once the Youth Precinct has been completed, bike racks will be added, including bike racks at other locations in town.
During the year IPA has also sent support letters for various local groups as part of the group’s applications for grants.
After the success of last year’s event, we have also committed up to $1,500.0 towards the next ZINEverleigh to be held in July 2024.
A very big thanks to Peter Trevaskis for his commitment as Editor of the Leigh News. This publication is always sought after at the beginning of each month, both online and hard copy. Yet another very successful year for the Leigh News and its readers.
Thank you to Murray McMillan, who has taken over the Keys for the Pump shed and to Ewan Peel for being there if the pump needs attention at any time.
I would like to give a very special thank you to Damian Baker on behalf of the IPA and residents of the Inverleigh community. As some of you will know, for many years, Damian has mowed and maintained the North side of the river, attending to any issues that need to be addressed. So many residents enjoy this area, some probably without realising that a volunteer has been responsible for its upkeep and in turn their enjoyment of this space. Sadley, Damian is leaving our community, he will be greatly missed by those of us that know him, so again thank you for giving so much of your time to the Community of Inverleigh, we wish you well with your new chapter of your life.
Many thanks also to Luanne Thornton who has once again stepped back into the shoes of Secretary, to Vice President Deb Morrison and to Tony Wayer. It makes a huge difference when surrounded by good people.
My thanks also to all IPA members, your support guarantees the ongoing work of the IPA.
Hilary Hamilton President IPA.
P.S.
To Community members, next time you see our banner out locally, come over and have a chat, we would love to tell you more.
I recently attended the Recovery to Resiliance Workshop conducted by Golden Plains Shire. It was a very good workshop challenging us all with how we would respond when confronted with a major event, such as the Flooding we experienced in October 2022. It also prompted us all to react when challenged with all sorts of emergencies.
A Family and Household Emergency Plan Brochure has been included in this months Leigh News and I encourage all families and households to pull out this document and complete it and keep it in a safe and accessible place, ready for you when an emergency comes along. Keep it with other important equipment and documents, ready for you when you need it.
Inverleigh
where's Maggie?
I'm completing this edition on the shortest day of the year, so from now on we will expect more sunlight each day, a bit more cold weather and hopefully some rain soon too. Stay safe and keep smiling!
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• Fruit Salad
• Spring Rolls
• Potatoe Cakes
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July 2024 Calendar - Berthon
Park Estate
The photos in the Inverleigh Historical Society’s 2024 calendar for July are of Berthon Park Estate. Berthon Park Estate is named after Major Henry Berthon, who purchased an outstation of the Golf Hill Run in Inverleigh in1856. He named his new home ‘Lullote’.
Henry Berthon was the second of the nine children of Benjamin de Crillon Berthon and Rebecca Salisbury. The others were Charles, Henry, Edward, Benjamin, Maria, Emma, William, Mary and John. Ben de Crillon Berthon was part of Berthon Brothers, East India Merchants. Financial downturns, thought in part to be due to ships lost at sea, led to Ben being declared bankrupt in 1831 and the family moving to Hobart, Van Diemen’s Land (Tasmania), in 1832. They joined colonial society. Ben died in 1854 and Rebecca in 1864.
Major Henry Berthon retired from the British Army in1853. He had served in India with the Bombay Engineers and as the Officer in Charge of Convicts at Port Arthur, Van Diemen’s Land. His brother William lived at the Weatherboard Station, number 2 run, Inverleigh, along with his wife Elizabeth (neé Kelly), from 1855. Meanwhile, Mary Moriarty, neé Berthon, had lost her husband, athlete and barrister in law, Sylverius Moriarty, to a football accident in 1848. Mary joined her brother Henry at Inverleigh and helped him plan his house. The stables were built in 1856 and the house shortly after. It was two storeys and made of local brick with walls nearly two feet (60 cm) thick. Henry was appointed a magistrate in the colony of Victoria in 1863. He farmed his 540 acres (216 hectares) until his death in 1884, aged 73.
Mary was left a life interest in Lullote and lived 58 years in the district. She created a riverside garden at Lullote and was a fine needlewoman. She was well respected and loved for her many contributions to the community. She was a benefactor to the St Pauls Anglican Church (donating 1,200 pounds to the Anglican Church as well as furnishings, the bell and an organ), and to the whole town with annual picnics where she supplied the food and prizes for events and invited everyone. Her grandniece, Miss Isobel Willis, helped her in her later years until her death in 1912, aged 93. A stained-glass chancel window was erected to her memory in St Paul’s Church.
James Phillips was the coach driver for Mrs Moriarty. When he married Johanna O’ Reilly in 1870 they moved from Lullote to Clonard, a cottage in Phillips Road, Inverleigh, built by James. Their sons, James and Joseph, purchased Lullote from the estate of H B Berthon in 1913, with the document of title recording the Phillips name in 1920. Joseph and Mary Ada (neé Grist) Phillips lived at Lullote between 1913 and 1920. They moved back to Clonard when James and his new bride, Ellen (neé Molloy) took over at Lullote. Lullote was sold in June 1927 to L. H. Pattinson, who held it until selling it to Andrew J. Keith in July 1934. He sold it to W. H. T. Thornton in 1951. Bill and Vivien Thornton lived on the property until 1986, when they sold it to their second son John, who had been leasing it for the previous few years.
A sub-division of part of the property created Berthon Park Estate, leaving the original Lullote homestead, stables and the remainder in the hands of the Thornton family. The first stage land sales commenced in 2021, with the second stage released in 2022. A third stage is currently being sold. To give an idea of the cost of land in Berthon Park Estate, a 4,500 m2 residential block sold for $565,000 in August 2023. Wooden sculptures are a feature of the estate.
Christine Windle
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.
BERTHON PARK SUBDIVISION
Photos: Louise Blersch, Bronwyn Price
Community Bank Cup Winchelsea vs Inverleigh
What a thrilling day of sportsmanship and community spirit at the Community Bank Cup! Winchelsea Blues and Inverleigh Hawks battled it out across netball and football, showcasing incredible talent in every grade.
Despite a tight contest, the Cup was won by Inverleigh Hawks based on the senior football match score, winning 119-103. Congratulations to the Hawks!
Special shout out to our own staff rivals:
- Ebony Berg of Winchelsea Blues, who led the A Grade netball to a victory of 45-42.
- Kealy Parke from Inverleigh Hawks, dominating D Grade with a score of 39-25.
We’re immensely proud of all the players. Best on ground accolades went to:
- Rhiannon Williams from Winch Blues A Grade Netball.
- Kadison Mckewan-Walsh from Inverleigh Hawks Seniors Football .
Each star player received a $100 reward for their outstanding performances.
A huge thank you to President Wayne McMeekin of Inverleigh and President Daniel Greskie of Winchelsea.
Daniel is already looking forward to a rematch—let the friendly rivalry continue! We were delighted to support each team
with $500, reinforcing our commitment to local sports and community development. Here’s to more exciting matches and community collaboration!
Thanks, Kelly.
Kelly Turner Community Engagement Advisor
Mobile 0459 997 102· kelly.turner@bendigoadelaide.com.au
Community Bank Surf Coast · Anglesea, Lorne and Winchelsea
INVERLEIGH BOOK BAZAAR: WRAP UP
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!
The amount of books donated for the 2024 Book Bazaar was amazing and we couldn’t have held it without all these generous donations from the community.
The enthusiastic community volunteers and committee members who responded to the calls of help needed to setup the event was very much appreciated. It made the intensive work load a lot easier for organisers leading up to Saturday May 25th along with packing up the next day!
And of course many thanks goes to everyone that supported the event in buying books on the day. We had sales of $5100 but with costs associated with running the event, a profit of $4000 was made. This will be put towards the construction of a shed in the backyard if we are successful in receiving a grant from the Victorian State Government “Tiny Towns” grants. Happy reading!
Anne-Maree Tarbett – 2024 Book Bazaar Co-Ordinator
RSL Article for July
OUR TREASURER Andy Tepper
Andy was born in 1956, he went to Corio Technical School until he was16, when he started training to be a Fitter and Turner at International Harvester. He then achieved a Diploma of OH&S and worked in various industries around Geelong. Andy joined Victorian Police in 1984 where he stayed for 28 years. Andy joined Inverleigh RSL in 2020 and became treasurer 12 months later. He has become a great achiever and motivator of many new improvements in our RSL building and has been the major contributor our new displays. He built the new bar that many of you would have seen recently during our Anzac Day celebrations.
Andy is also an active member of Bannockburn Men’s Shed. He loves reading, gardening and is also a member of Golden Oldies Mens Group. I for one, look forward to hearing Andy playing his banjo at one of our social events in the future.
Andy’s vision for our RSL is to “create a one off, unique RSL in Victoria to attract people to visit here”
LEST WE FORGET
Susanne
Mature Aged Citizens Information Page
Are you retired or semi-retired? Are you 60 or over?
If you are …
....then you may be interested in our group.
A social Men’s group
meeting in Bannockburn twice a month:
*Club meeting (Meal $25) in Cultural Centre
6 - 9pm Third Tuesday each Month.
*Bus Trip from Bannockburn Cultural Centre to various destinations! $10 p.p.
9am to 4:30pm
Contacts : Rod McKenzie: 0408 527 704
Murray McMillan: 0408 036 783
Keith Burton: 0409 439 831
INVERLEIGH SENIORS
BANNOCKBURN INCLUSIVE
This group has been created to bring members of the community together
Maybe you are a senior citizen looking to make some new friends? OR
You live with a disability and want more social opportunities that are close by?
Maybe you are simply living alone and wanting something different to do and a person to have a cuppa with
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.
Exercise Classes Each Thursday from 10am till 10:30.
At the Inverleigh Public Hall. Cost $5 each Seniors Meeting at Inverleigh Hall
Thursday 13th JULY @ Midday
We will have lunch together ($10 each) Cooked again by "Jenny"
SENIORS BUS OUTING
Thursday 25th JULY @ 9am.
we will be travelling to a local destination to enjoy our time together
(Not too far and hopefully cosy and warm)
Confirm your booking with Rhonda Goodman 0409 188 258 for more info contact-
President: Peter Trevaskis 0407 100 791
Secretary:Liz Platt 0423 301 519.
Treasurer: Val Robertson 5265 1492
BANNOCKBURN
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2 To increase
and isolation in our community
3 To reduce the risk of mental health issues developing by doing the above
What s on this month?
Thursday 13th of June, 10:30am - Wintergrational Storytime in the Library
Thursday 27th of June, 10:30am - BINGO in the Cultral Centre
If you would like to get involved or know someone who would benefit from this kind of interaction reach out for more information on 5281 4444 or email Kelly at kelly kenshole@stockdaleleggo com au Proudly Sponsored & Supported by
Hesse Rural Health - Inverleigh Exercise Group
Hesse Rural Health will shortly expand their weekly Exercise Group which meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall on Thursday's from 10am to 10:30.
This group targets the over 60's age group and provides a wide range of challenges including: *Balance * Strength *Co-ordination etc.
Led by Jaxon and his capable assistants, the routines are conducted in a lighthearted and friendly manner. Regular assessments are also conducted to gauge the strengths and weaknesses of each individual and adjustments to routines are made to suit each individuals need.
Fellowship together over a coffee at Sonny Cafe follows. Weekly cost is $5 pp and enrolment requires your "my aged care number" & "medicare number".
Come along on a Thursday morning and check out if this routine suits your needs. You will be made very welcome by all.
P.Trevaskis
Estia Health Bannockburn is a Residential Aged Care home and has availability for both respite and permanent care.
Call Kelly on 0419 030 510 if you would like to have a look at our wonderful home and find out more details on Aged Care.
71 McPhillips Road, Bannockburn 5281 1991.
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Inverleigh Art Group
Do you enjoy painting or sketching but lack motivation? Come along and be inspired in a friendly, encouraging environment. Bring your own materials or project along Basic supplies will be available to get you started
Tuesday 7th May 9.00am -12noon & ongoing fortnightly
For information contact: Faye Thomas 0407 761 102 or Peter Trevaskis 0407 100 791
Bannockburn Library has a range of activities this July.
This school holidays there is a huge lineup of fun and creative activities for children of all ages, with a theme of Old and New. School holiday events are now open for booking, sessions run from Monday 1st July to Friday 12th July.
At Garden Chat, share your gardening tips and learn new ideas about various garden topics. Come along on Monday 15 July, 10.30am- 11.30am.
Interested in exploring new books? Book Chat meets monthly on a Monday. Talk about the books you are reading and gain new recommendations. Join us next on Monday 29 July, 10.30am-11.30am.
Places are now available to join our Library Book Club. We read and explore a new title each month, available at the library. The next Book Club meeting is on Wednesday 17 July, from 2.30pm to 3.30pm.
Mega Lego Club is offered on Wednesdays during school terms from 3.45pm to 4.45pm. This session is for primary school students. Come along as we inspire their imaginations to build Lego creations.
To book & for more information, visit the Geelong Regional Libraries’ website.
Inverleigh CFA. 100% Volunteers
What makes a Resilient Community?
Earlier this month the Golden Plains Shire held a public meeting at the hall to discuss the process of recovery in the Inverleigh township after the floods 18 months ago. It covered mainly flood issues and some of the concerns that had come out of the flooding and how emergency events might be handled in the future.
One of the key words used was “ Resilience” So what does it mean and how does it apply to our situation?
My dictionary describes “ Resilience” as Elastic or Springing back. Within our community the word is used to describe how we have recovered and bounced back from an emergency event.
So does resilience just happen or is it a thing that can be managed, encouraged and measured?
In reality it is probably some of all of these things, and so the shire have set about trying to create a more resilient community for when a future event will occur as no doubt it will. Part of this program involves some forward planning on both personal and community levels and I will cover the personal planning in this article.
The shire have released a planning booklet and a checklist to help with planning, when threatened by an emergency. I believe they will be included with rate notices and also made available to local organisations and also upon request. The booklet is flood focused and good information about preparation and planning for floods.
Scouts, Venturers, Rovers and Adult Leaders from 1st Bannockburn are set to attend the 26th Australian Jamboree in Maryborough Queensland in January next year and are fundraising to help offset the fees.
A Jamboree is a once in a lifetime event for a Scout. Held every 4 years, Scouts spend 10 days doing awesome activities, experiencing new challenges and making friends for life.
Our fundraising activities to date include holding BBQ’s at community events, raffles, and selling Cadbury chocolate boxes, hot cross buns, socks, and donations via the Container Deposit Scheme. Other fundraising events which will begin soon are a battery and scrap metal drive.
The group is planning to hold a trivia night
The check list is more interactive and has areas to fill out and complete so the information you are likely to need is quickly and easily accessible. I have written in the past about fire plans and this is a variation of a fire plan. Everybody has different approaches to fire or emergency plans and it could be from just having a chat or a think about it, to a more detailed one, such as this check list. I would strongly encourage you all to complete this check list as it covers a lot of things you might not think of and when an emergency happens there is rarely time to gather and sort this type of information.
As fire fighters during summer events we constantly see people rushing around gathering prized possessions, getting flustered, making mistakes and getting stressed because the emergency happens quickly and they don’t have time to prepare properly. The check list will help make this easier.
Having this information prepared and ready to go will make any decisions made under the pressure of an emergency a lot easier and quicker therefore reducing the risk to you, your family, pets and property. Even share it with others who might be part of your plan so they know what you might be going to do when an emergency happens. You will find a copy of the Checklist in the centre pages of this edition of Leigh News, so there are no excuses for not doing it.
Ewen Peel Inverleigh Fire Brigade
in August and will be seeking donations of goods and services to include as part of a silent auction and game prizes.
Our group offers Cubs (8 to 11 year olds) in Lethbridge, Scouts (11 to 14 year olds) in Bannockburn, and Venturers (14 to 17 year olds) meet in Geelong with members of other Venturer units. We are also seeking suitable applicants to help start a Joey Unit(5 to 8 year olds) For fundraising and membership enquiries to gl.1stbannockburn@scoutsvictoria.com.au or send us a message via Facebook. Search for Bannockburn and Lethbridge Scout Group.
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
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 July. We hope you are all keeping warm and snug.
This month’s poetry comes from myself, written way back in 2016, only about 18 months after I had joined the writing group. I was full of optimism at that time about my ability to write and I wrote a lot of nonsensical poems. Honing my skills I expect. This one is about chillies and my distaste for them, I am one of only a few it seems who don’t like them, luckily, I don’t live in Asia!
As always, we would love to hear any feedback you have via our email goldenpens4@ gmail.com and we hope you enjoy this little ditty. Cheers, Wendy.
Ode to Non-Chilli Eaters
I hate chilli’s
I so hate chilli’s
I really hate chilli’s
They give me the willy’s
Why can’t food
Just be full of taste
Why does it have to
Burn off your face
Why can’t my dinner
Be flavourful and nice
Ban the bloody chilli
That’s my advice
Herbs and spices
Can taste, oh, so good
But No, we have to Burn off the roof
Of our mouths so tender
And our lips so sweet
Oh, please let me render
The chilli obsolete
I hate chilli’s
Red, green or black
I hate chilli’s
Send them all back
To where ever they came from, to whence they belong
A land without chilli
That’s where I want to come from I hate chilli’s
I so hate chilli’s
I really hate chilli’s
They give me the willy’s.
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POLICE REPORT FOR JULY 2024
Hello all,
Unfortunately my police chaplain and local resident Liz BUFTON passed away recently. Liz had served with the Police chaplaincy unit for the past 12 years and often visited the Police members stationed at Meredith, Bannockburn and Inverleigh. I personally had many conversations with her about police work, local issues and even topics like the station vegetable garden. Many people might not realise but Police attend a lot of jobs involving deceased persons. Sometimes it may be as a result of work incidents, crime, collisions, suicides, medical episodes, unexpected deaths or even natural causes and our role can either be a short one in the case where a doctor issues a natural causes certificate or a long one where death is unexpected or a workplace occurrence or as a result of a crime or collision where very detailed investigations and scene analysis is required. Having a Police chaplain to talk to on occasions can be very supportive. Sometimes Liz had trouble locating me as I am often out on the road but she always persisted and managed to eventually track me down for a catch up and often had a hamper at Christmas and Easter times. She will be missed. Rest in Peace Liz.
Unfortunately there has been a recent Burglary & theft at the Inverleigh football club and several businesses in Bannockburn which occurred on the same night and are believed to be linked. The cash register till was taken and subsequently dumped off Winchelsea Road. If anyone has any infor-
mation about the Burglary please contact the Police station or crime stoppers on 1800 333 000.
There have been some recent issues with fireworks being set off in Peel Road which can upset local horses. Fireworks are illegal and can cause injury and agitate horses, dogs and other animals and can cause them to run and flee properties. Please think of others and don’t use them.
I have had some recent issues with youths opening up sections of work fencing around the new skate park/pump course and using the area which is an active work site and still under construction. The workers have found youths using tools to remove mounting brackets to get in. Please tell your children who may be undertaking this behaviour to stay out. You wouldn’t permit your children into a multi-level building construction site and this should not be treated any differently. I had to tell off approximately 6 children and two adults in the site the other weekend and a while after I closed off the gaps someone had opened them again to access the area. The workers don’t want anyone in there so stay out!!!. Please note that Faulkner Road has recently been sign posted as a 50 km/h speed zone and there are signs at either end and another set in the middle. Please obey the speed limit especially around the school bus drop off/pick up times.
Keep Safe Chris
UNDERCOVER ARENA CELEBRATED AT LEIGHDALE EQUESTRIAN CENTRE OPENING
Golden Plains Shire Council Mayor Cr Brett Cunningham joined Member for Eureka Michaela Settle MP to officially open the new undercover arena at Leighdale Equestrian Centre in Teesdale on the 12th June.
The 70m x 30m undercover arena project has included an undercover shelter, full lighting, water tanks, storm water drainage, spectator seating and a high quality, self-irrigating arena surface. This facility will provide the Committee of Management and clubs at Leighdale Equestrian Centre with an all-weather equestrian training and competition standard arena.
Cr Cunningham said the project had been a collaborative effort between the State Government, Council and the Committee of Management and participating clubs.
“This first-class facility will provide competition and training opportunities for local horse riders now and for future generations,” Cr Cunningham said.
“Council is proud to have worked with the State Government to complete this important community project, and the
L-R, are Tom McCann (President, Leighdale Equestrian Centre), Michaela Settle (State Member for Eureka), and Cr Brett Cunningham (Mayor, GPSC) officially open the Leighdale Equestrian Centre in Teesdale.
Committee and clubs have provided tremendous support.”
This $674,000 project has included a contribution of $318,296 from Sport and Recreation Victoria’s 2021 Local Sports Infrastructure Fund’s (Female Friendly Facilities category), $325,704 from Golden Plains Shire Council and a further $30,000 sourced by the Committee of Management and clubs. The Committee of Management and clubs also provided a further $30,000 for the installation of additional arena fencing and gate works.
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.
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Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve
Possibly Australia’s cutest bird!
Writers of bird Field Guides are usually scrupulous about using non-emotive, factual language when describing birds. You certainly won’t find the word ‘cute’. But this is unfortunate, as we have in the Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve a bird that ticks all the ‘cuteness’ boxes - the Australian Owlet Nightjar.
Owlet Nightjars are not owls, nor are they nightjars, another nocturnal bird. They are tiny and weigh about the same as a slice of bread. There are ten species of Owlet Nightjar in the world, most in PNG, SE Asia and New Caledonia, with just the one, the Australian found here. Their ‘cuteness’ comes from the round face and forward facing eyes, making them look somewhat like a Sugar Glider. They spend the day in a tree hollow but if you are lucky enough to find an eastern-facing hollow on a sunny morning, you may see one warming itself and calmly surveying the world, including you!
Although not often seen, they are widely distributed throughout Australia and are possibly the most abundant night bird we have. They have a
very distinctive call. Once learned, you may find that there are Australian Owlet Nightjars in your garden. Turn off your music and other sounds and you may be rewarded with their call. There are a number of on-line resources which provide bird calls – xeno -canto is an excellent one.
Glen White
In acknowledging the joyful tradition of Christmas in July dinners, St Paul’s Anglican Inverleigh is holding a gathering on Friday 19th July, 6 pm at the Inverleigh Public Hall.
Commencing with mulled beverages, a fun night of good food and cracker jokes will follow.
Bookings essential for catering purposes with Vegetarian and Gluten Free offered. Please contact: Liz McDonald on 0417 066 433 for further details.
NOTICEBOARD
MONTHLY FOOD SWAPS
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 0447 873 763
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 John Crowe 0414 674 156.
SURPRISE SHOP
Inverleigh’s OP Shop
Open: Mondays: 1 – 4 PM Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays
9 AM – 1 PM Closed School Holidays
EFTPOS and Cash
Do not accept:
Electrical Goods, Car Seats, Furniture, Bikes
Contact the Editor to promote your community activity here
leighnews@bigpond.com
INVERLEIGH CHAINSAW SHARPENING SERVICES
For only $15 each Chain you can get your chains looking brand new 0447 516 857 or 0407 850 041 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
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
NOTICEBOARD
St. Joseph’s Catholic Parish of Meredith
Contact: Parish Priest Fr. Joseph Mob. 0404 598 558 Office: 5286 1230
Office open Wednesday & Friday 9.30am to 4.30 pm
CATHOLIC PARISH OF MEREDITH MASS TIMES - JULY 2024
Winchelsea - St. John the Baptist @ 5pm Sat. JULY 6, 13, 20, 27
Anakie – St. Brigid @ 9am Sun. JULY 7, 21
Meredith – St. Joseph @ 9am Sun. JULY 14, 28
Bannockburn – St. Mary MacKillop @ 11am Sun. JULY 7, 14 21,28
Inverleigh – Sacred Heart @ 4pm Sun. JULY 21
Weekly Bus Service provided for residents without transport to shop in Geelong! The Bus leaves the Inverleigh Hall
Every FRIDAY at 9:30 am and leaves Geelong at 2:15pm for the return trip.
LEIGH PRESBYTERIAN PARISH
Inverleigh “Forwedonotpreachourselves, but ChristJesustheLord...” (2 Corinthians 4.5)
Sunday Service at Inverleigh 10 am.
VISITORS ARE ALWAYSWELCOME
For further information: Rev.SurendraWesley 0428489222
If so, please contact: Anne-Maree Tarbett 0417 512 240
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
Anglican Church
Church Services each Sunday 8 am Inverleigh 10 am Bannockburn 5pm Meredith
38 High Street, Inverleigh
Rev’d Dr. Tim Smith 0412 673 152 Geoff Morgan 0408 106 559
Inverleigh and District Red Cross
Meet monthly in Inverleigh Public Hall at 1.30pm. April 8th
June 17th
August 12th AGM at 12noon October 14th December 2nd 12noon Xmas Lunch at Bowling Club
Heather Bogie President 0408 521 090.
Cathy Altmann Secretary 0409 024 578.
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 Brooke Wauchope. Ph 0431 006 761
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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 @
Bannockburn Men's Shed Wesnesday’s 9.30 - 10.30am and Winchelsea Community House on Friday morning from 9.am. phone: 0414 944
NOTICEBOARD
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 Shirley 0447 873 763
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
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.
Ballarat Chooks Pullets for Sale:
Hyline Brown Sexed and Vaccinated.
Delivering to: Winchelsea (Eastern Reserve), Inverleigh (Lawsons Park), & Bannockburn (B&S Stockfoods)
Text or Ring Kelvin 0400 559 559 for delivery dates and times
"Ballarat Chooks Information Page"
Please like my page!
VICTORIA PARK
wish to advise the Scrap Bin is CLOSED until further Notice.
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.
GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE
INDEPENDENT
MEMBER SOUGHT TO JOIN COUNCIL'S AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE
“Council’s Audit and Risk Committee
Golden Plains Shire Council, PO Box 111, Bannockburn, VIC, 3331 marked ‘ –.’
For any queries relating to the role, please contact Council’s Governance and Risk Specialist, Lauren Richardson on
Mike's snake removal
Licensed 0401 732 399
(Call out fee applies)
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IN OTHER NEWS
Next Month is Dental Month!
In preperation for Dental Month we are offering 10% discount on bookings for dental, scale and polish procedures during August.
Dental disease is one of the most common medical conditions seen by veterinarians.
At first dental disease may only inflame the gums, but left untreated will affect the bone around the tooth roots leading to severe oral pain, loss of teeth.
Severe dental disease can contribute to heart, liver and kidney problems.
What are the symptoms of dental disease?
• Discoloured teeth
• Bad breath
• Excessive drooling
• Redness or bleeding gums
• Pawing at the mouth
• Difficulty eating
• Loss of appetite
This is the perfect time to have a dental check up for your pet. If you would like to book a consult or a dental procedure during August please call the clinic on 03 5281 1221
National Desexing Month
July is National Desexing Month! Once again we are offering 20% off all desexing procedures.
Desexing your pet helps to reduce the number unwanted pets. Many cats and dogs are bred by accident because they haven't been desexed.
Other than unwanted pregnancies desexing also provides many benefits for you and your pet.
The benefits include:
Prevents reproductive cycle behaviours. Male dogs and cats are much more likely to roam. Female dogs and cats go on heat which involves a bloody discharge in dogs and poses problems such as calling and roaming in queens.
Desexing limits spraying and marking their territory.
Desexed animals are less likely to show aggressive behaviour than undesexed animals.
There are a number of health problems that can be prevented by desexing including mammary tumours, pyometra, prostate problems and tumours around the anus.
Desexing is a day stay surgery. Please contact the clinic on 03 5281 1221 if you have any questions about desexing your pet or would like to book your pet in for surgery.
Feliway Diffuser and Spray
Feliway products are scientifically proven to help reduce anxiety in cats.
Cats can get anxious for many reasons and can show their anxiety through very obvious signs but sometimes it can be more discreet.
Obvious signs may include scratching, urine marking or aggression towards other pets while discreet signs include lack of or over grooming, change in food intake, hiding or appearing withdrawn, not using the litter tray or decreased level of activity.
Interesting Animal Facts
1.Elephants can be right or left trunked. Just like we might be right or left handed, elephants prefer to use one side of their trunk. They start to develop this preference when they are 3 months old.
2. A Group Of Cats Is Called A ‘Clowder’
A group of two or more cats is known as a “clowder.” A group of cats can also be called a clutter or a glaring.
3. Killer Whales Are Dolphins.
Killer whales or Orcas are actually dolphins and part of the toothed whale suborder. All dolphins are whales, but not all whales are dolphins like killer whales are.
4. Cats Can Taste The Air.
That lip curl cats make after sniffing something is called the flehmen response. They use their tongue to trap the pheromones above the roof of their mouth to process them.
5. Dogs Have Three Eyelids
The third eyelid is back in the eye’s inner corner but covers its surface during sleep. This third eyelid is used for making tears and wiping away debris.
How Feliway Works
Cats naturally rub their faces on familar objects in their territory, depositing pheromones from their cheek gland. Feliway mimics this because it contains a synthetic version of feline facial pheromone. It offers a natural way to help prevent or control anxiety related behaviours because cats feel that they are in a safe and familar enviroment.
The diffuser is plugged into a socket in the room most used by the cats or in an area where the inappropriate behaviour is happening. It lasts 4 weeks and is left on continuously. To support the diffuser you can use the Feliway spray on objects around the house or the cat carrier before use.
We have the Feliway Diffuser, Refills and Feliway Spray available at the clinic.
If you would like to book a consultation for any concerns you may have please contact the clinic on 52811221.
Dr Charlie and Donkey
One of our new vets Dr Charlie was pleased to meet little donkey 'Donkey' recently. Donkey had a gelding procedure and he has since recovered well.
Dr Charlie is looking forward to meeting many more of our patients both large and small! If you have a horse or donkey that you would like to book in for gelding please call the clinic on 52811221 to arrange an appointment.
Clinic Hours: Monday - Friday 7.30am – 6.30pm Saturday 8.00am – 1.00pm
Telephone: 03 52811 221
OUR VETS
ü Dr. Peter Bond
ü Dr. Kylie Flanagan
ü Dr. Kelly Bond
ü Dr. Keeley Hunter
ü Dr. Hugh Gibson
ü Dr. Charlie Sinclair
We recognise animals large and small are part of your family and our team is committed to providing the best health care available
1759 Midland Highway, Bannockburn
info@bannockburnvet.com.au
www.bannockburnvet.com.au
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 provider number 4050001044
Come and join us for some fun!
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 experiences, 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!
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
SOMETHING TO SMILE ABOUT IN BANNOCKBURN!
Six monthly check-ups with your local dentist is a gauranteed way to ensure your smile stays brilliant and your teeth remain healthy with preventitive fluride treatments, dental sealants and early detection of of cavities and gum disease.
GOLDEN PLAINS DENTAL SERVICE
Book now online at: www.goldenplainsdentalservices.com or call us on (03)4217 381
Conveniently located in the centre of Banockburn: 5/14 High St, Bannockburn, Vic 3331
Opening hours Weekends 9am til 2pm Tuesday & Wednesday by appointment Weekdays 8am til 5pm
GOLDEN PLAINS
Danny’s Firewood & Tree Services
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
Anglican Church Inverleigh (St Pauls) 38 High Street, Inverleigh services: please check Leigh News for current times
contact: Rev. Dr Tim Smith Ph: 5265 1284 / 0412 673 152
Friends of Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve.
President: Keith Windle, 0429 651 298 windle.keith@gmail.com
Geelong & District
Carriage Drivers
Christa Jones 0408 342 403 gdcd.secretary@gmail.com
Inverleigh Bowls Club
Pres. Adrian Hurring 0418 593 849
Sec. Jenny Peel 0418 301 939
Inverleigh Cemetery Trust
Chairman: Bruce McDonald 0408 567 970
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
Brooke Wauchope 0431 006 761. Inverleighcwa@gmail.com
Inverleigh Football/Netball Club
President: David Haste 0425 810 983
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: Holly Windle. 0432 632 130
Inverleigh Progress Assoc.
President:Hilary Hamilton 5265 1384
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
Pres: Campbell Brumby 0419 889 757
Sec: Louise Blersch
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. 0459 042 910 - committee member booking site - spacetoco email - murgheboluc.hall@outlook.com
SHELFORD AREA
Shelford Cricket Club
Robert Rice (Pres) 0459 491 698
Shelford Progress Association Sec: Glenn Jeffery 0413 317 779
TEESDALE AREA
CWA Native Hut Branch
Shirley Wild Ph: 0447 873 763
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
EMERGENCY POLICE,
AMBULANCE, FIRE, SES Ring 000
FOR POLICE-WITHOUT LIGHTS & SIRENS Ring: 131 444
LifeLine 5222 2233 or 13 11 14
B’burn Surgery 5281 1481
B’burn Vet 5281 1221
Surfcoast Taxi 0408 325 992
Barwon Water 1300 656 007
Power Failure 13 24 12
Geelong Hospital Accident & Emergency 5226 7564
Golden Plains Equine Vets 0437 467 097
Golden Plains Medical Centre 5281 2320
Wildlife Rescue 0500 540 000
Women’s Domestic Violence Crisis Service 1800 015 188
Shire Ranger 5220 7111
If you would like your Club or Service included in this directory, or if you need to update any details above, please contact the Editor. leighnews@bigpond.com
28 High St, Inverleigh Vic 3321
Opening Hours: 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday 8am to 12pm Saturday. Phone: 5265 1648
MOULES
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Leigh
River Water
Pumps
and
Standpipes.
Murray McMillan is away for a period of time and during his absence Gwenda Smith will be the contact for Keys for the Stand Pipe pumps. Please phone Gwenda on 0400 296 354 after 5:30 weekdays or anytime weekends. Please call at 14 Peel Rd, Inverleigh, after making phone contact with Gwenda. She 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.
We put you first The team at First National Golden Plains working together to achieve for you.
Located in the New Bannockburn Shopping Centre.
Opening hours:
- Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 6:00pm
- Saturday: 9:00am - 1:00pm
- Sunday’s & Public holidays = CLOSED
Pharmacy Features
* Professional
- Vaccination Clinic (Flu, Covid, Shingles, Whooping Cough & Travel Vaccinations)
- Victorian Community Pharmacy Pilot allowing us to prescribe for: (i) treatment of shingles (ii) treatment of flare-up mild psoriasis (iii) resupply of select oral contraceptive pills without a prescription for women (iv) antibiotics for uncomplicated pills without a prescription for women
- Absence from work certificates
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Diabetes Australia (NDSS) Agency
- Home Medicine Reviews
- Webster-paks
- Free Prescription filing service
- Free Prescription reminder service (myTWC app & medAdvisor app)
- Extensive range of Vitamins & Supplements
- MooGoo products
- Natio
- Medela Breastpump Hire
- Hiring of crutches
- Weight Loss products
- Ear & Nose piercing
- Home Delivery Service to:
o Bannockburn
o Teesdale/Shelford
o Inverleigh
o Lethbridge
o Batesford
* Other Products & Services
- TerryWhite Chemmart Rewards PLUS Program
* FREE to join
* 20% Discount off gifts ALL YEAR
- Extensive GIFTS to choose from, including:
* Glasshouse
* Frank Green
* Handbags & Wallets
* Fragrances
* Aromatherapy & Wellbeing
- afterpay available
- Maybelline
- Designer Brands
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Sell with a local agency who supports their community.
Major Sponsors of:
Bannockburn Football & Netball Club
Bannockburn Men's Shed
Bannockburn Inclusive Group
Teesdale Cricket Club
Inverleigh & District Good Friday Appeal
Supporting healthcare in regional communities
I’m proud to be part of a government that is committed to improving the health outcomes of Australians living in regional, rural, and remote areas. We recognise that by strengthening Medicare, we can support more people across our regions to get the care they need and deserve. Our government's ongoing commitment to improving access to health care across Australia is reflected in our 2024-25 budget, which provides $2.8 billion to further strengthen Medicare. This is in addition to the historic $6.1 billion investment in Medicare in the 2023-24 budget.
The 2023-24 budget took the first steps in supporting our highly trained health workforce. This included several new incentives and additional payments to promote and secure more doctors in rural communities. We are already seeing the benefits of this investment, with a significant increase in junior doctors starting as GP trainees this year alone as well as an oversubscribed rural generalist training scheme to build our rural workforce. The extra GP tr Envelope completed: Trevaskis, P - AustralianSuper Fee Form 2025FY aining places will see more doctors living, working, and training outside our major cities while providing care to people in our regions. Our government will continue to build on this progress.
BANNOCKBURN SURGERY IS CELEBRATING 40 YEARS.
Dr Cameron Profitt
Dr John Henderson
Dr Benjamin Fry
Dr Rupali Jain
Dr Veronica Donahoe
Dr Edward Carson
Dr Rimas Liubinas
A History & plans of Bannockburn Surgery
Principal GPs, Dr Cameron Profitt commenced in 1991. With Dr John Henderson joining the practice in 2006 and Dr Ben Fry following suit in 2012. The practice has since grown from strength to strength and has a wonderfully dedicated team of Doctors, Nurses, Reception staff and Practice Manager. They also have access to high-quality Allied Health Practitioners with plans for more services to come.
Bannockburn Surgery has been fortunate to have additional GP Registrars join our team expanding our provision of service even further. This means they are lucky to be in the position to have capacity to offer more appointments including on the day appointments.
The surgery has big plans for a new development next door to the current practice which is currently awaiting the approval of council. They are incredibly excited for the future of not only Bannockburn Surgery but also continuing to support the growing community of Bannock-
Bannockburn Surgery is a fully accredited medical practice that provides comprehensive GP services and have been practising within the community for 40 years.
Bannockburn Surgery is the largest practice within the shire.
We are an accredited teaching practice –training medical students, nursing students and future GPs.
Dr Rebecca Tidd
Dr Bushra Akhund
Dr Abhirami Selvakumar
burn and its surrounds.
Bannockburn Surgery doctors will bulk-bill patients with healthcare cards and pension cards, as well as those under 16 years old.
Appointments are available and our doctors are welcoming new patients. Book online via the website or contact (03) 5281 1481.
www.bannockburnsurgery.com.au
Aerial view of Inverleigh looking West. Photo by James Patterson.